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Vehicles with a 12-button multifunction steering wheel

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message memory.

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Summary of Contents for 2013 C-Class Coupe

Page 1: ...C Class Coupé Owner s Manual Nur für internen Gebrauch For internal use only ...

Page 2: ...hese symbols indicate useful instruc tions or further information that could be helpful to you X This symbol designates an instruc tion you must follow X Several consecutive symbols indi cate an instruction with several steps Y page This symbol tells you where you can find further information on a topic YY This symbol indicates a warning or an instruction that is continued on the next page Display...

Page 3: ...ntly updating its vehicles to the state of the art Mercedes Benz therefore reserves the right to introduce changes in the following areas RDesign REquipment RTechnical features The equipment in your vehicle may therefore differ from that shown in the descriptions and illustrations The following are integral components of the vehicle ROwner s Manual RService Booklet REquipment dependent supplements...

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Page 5: ...Seats steering wheel and mirrors 103 Lights and windscreen wipers 117 Climate control 133 Driving and parking 147 On board computer and displays 215 Stowing and features 293 Maintenance and care 311 Breakdown assistance 327 Wheels and tyres 345 Technical data 369 Contents 3 ...

Page 6: ...on steering wheel 230 Towing a trailer 203 209 Active light function 122 ADAPTIVE BRAKE 77 Adaptive brake lamps 73 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Display message 12 button mul tifunction steering wheel 258 Function notes 123 Switching on off 123 124 Adaptive Main beam Assist Switching on off on board com puter 232 Additional speedometer 231 Additives engine oil 377 Adjusting the headlamp range 120 Airba...

Page 7: ...Automatic headlamp mode 119 Automatic transmission Accelerator pedal position 160 Automatic drive program 161 Changing gear 159 Display message 4 button multi function steering wheel 273 Driving tips 160 Emergency running mode 165 Kickdown 160 Manual drive program 163 Overview 158 Problem fault 165 Program selector button 160 Pulling away 152 Releasing the parking lock man ually 165 Selector lever...

Page 8: ...ot Emergency release 94 Important safety notes 91 Locking separately 93 Opening automatically from inside 93 Opening automatically from out side 92 Boot lid Display message 12 button mul tifunction steering wheel 276 Display message 4 button multi function steering wheel 274 Opening closing 91 Opening dimensions 380 Boot load maximum 380 Brake Assist see BAS Brake Assist System Brake fluid Display...

Page 9: ...ps 129 Standing lamps 127 Children child seat lock 62 In the vehicle 59 Restraint systems 59 Child seat Automatic recognition 62 ISOFIX 63 On the front passenger seat 61 Problem malfunction 70 Recommendations 68 Suitable positions 66 Top Tether 64 Child seat lock 62 Cigarette lighter 301 Cleaning Mirror turn signal 322 Trailer tow hitch 323 Climate control Auxiliary heating ventilation 141 Control...

Page 10: ...ge 4 button multifunction steering wheel 216 Warning lamp 288 Cooling see Climate control Copyright 29 Cornering lamps Changing bulbs 128 Cornering light function Display message 12 button mul tifunction steering wheel 255 Display message 4 button multi function steering wheel 252 Function notes 122 Cover see Roller sunblind Crash responsive emergency light ing 125 Cruise control Cruise control le...

Page 11: ...ering wheel ASSYST PLUS 312 Calling up 240 Driving systems 263 Engine 258 General notes 240 Hiding 240 Key 278 KEYLESS GO 278 Lights 252 Safety systems 242 Tyres 270 Vehicle 273 Distance recorder 12 button multifunction steering wheel 222 Distance warning signal warning lamp 290 DISTRONIC PLUS Activation conditions 181 Deactivating 185 Display message 12 button mul tifunction steering wheel 267 Di...

Page 12: ...DTRONIC 177 Driving tips Aquaplaning 173 Automatic transmission 160 Brakes 172 DISTRONIC PLUS 186 Downhill gradient 172 Driving abroad 118 Driving in winter 174 Driving on flooded roads 173 Driving on wet roads 173 General 171 Icy road surfaces 174 Limited braking efficiency on sal ted roads 172 New brake pads linings 173 Running in tips 148 Snow chains 349 Symmetrical dipped beam 118 Towing a tra...

Page 13: ...he oil level using the dipstick 316 Display message 12 button mul tifunction steering wheel 262 Display message 4 button multi function steering wheel 260 Filling capacity 377 Notes about oil grades 376 Notes on oil level consumption 316 Temperature 12 button multi function steering wheel 236 Topping up 317 Viscosity 377 Environmental protection Returning an end of life vehicle 25 ESP Electronic S...

Page 14: ...wheel 223 Displaying the range 4 button multifunction steering wheel 218 E10 374 Grade petrol 374 Important safety notes 373 Notes for AMG vehicles 374 Problem malfunction 168 Quality diesel 375 Refuelling 165 Tank content reserve fuel 373 Tank content display 12 button multifunction steering wheel 37 Tank content display 4 button multifunction steering wheel 34 Fuel consumption Current 12 button ...

Page 15: ...s Coolant 288 DISTRONIC PLUS 290 Engine diagnostics 288 Overview 12 button multifunc tion steering wheel 39 Overview 4 button multifunction steering wheel 36 SPORT handling mode 285 Indicator lamps see Warning and indicator lamps Indicators see Turn signals Insect protection on the radiator 315 Instrument cluster 12 button mul tifunction steering wheel Indicator and warning lamps 39 Overview 37 Se...

Page 16: ...amps Lane detection automatic see Lane Keeping Assist Lane Keeping Assist Activating deactivating 230 Display message 12 button mul tifunction steering wheel 265 Function information 202 Lane package 200 Lap time RACETIMER 237 Lashing eyelets 297 Lights Activating deactivating the exte rior lighting delayed switch off 12 button multifunction steering wheel 232 Activating deactivating the inte rior...

Page 17: ...eam Display message 4 button multi function steering wheel 253 Main beam headlamps Changing bulbs 127 Display message 12 button mul tifunction steering wheel 256 Switching on off 121 Maintenance see ASSYST PLUS Manual transmission Engaging reverse gear 158 Gear lever 157 Pulling away 152 Shifting to neutral 158 Shift recommendation 158 Starting the engine 151 Matt finish cleaning instructions 321 ...

Page 18: ... wheel AMG menu 236 Assist menu 227 Audio menu 225 Convenience submenu 235 DISTRONIC PLUS 185 Important safety notes 216 Instrument cluster submenu 230 Lights submenu 231 Menu overview 222 Navigation menu 224 Operating 220 Operating the video DVD 226 Range 223 Service menu 230 Standard display submenu 222 Telephone menu 226 Trip menu 222 On board computer 12 button multifunction steering wheel Dis...

Page 19: ...ulti function steering wheel 243 Notes function 170 Parking Guidance Display message 12 button mul tifunction steering wheel 266 Important safety notes 194 Trailer towing 196 Parking lamp Display message 12 button mul tifunction steering wheel 257 Display message 4 button multi function steering wheel 254 Parking lamps Changing bulbs 127 Switching on off 120 PARKTRONIC Deactivating activating 193 ...

Page 20: ... backrest for wards back 296 Rear view mirror Anti dazzle mode automatic 114 Dipping manual 112 Rear window heating Problem fault 140 Switching on off 139 Refuelling Fuel gauge 34 Important safety notes 165 Notes for AMG vehicles 374 Refuelling process 166 see Fuel Releasing the parking lock man ually automatic transmission 165 Remote control Auxiliary heating ventilation 142 Changing the batterie...

Page 21: ...l tifunction steering wheel 250 Display message 4 button multi function steering wheel 245 Fastening 57 Important safety guidelines 56 Rear seat belt status indicator 58 Releasing 58 Warning lamp 281 Warning lamp function 58 Seats Adjusting electrically 106 Adjusting manually and electri cally 106 Adjusting the 4 way lumbar sup port 108 Adjusting the head restraint 106 Cleaning the cover 324 Corre...

Page 22: ...t ton multifunction steering wheel 34 Segments 220 Selecting the unit of measurement 230 see Instrument cluster SPEEDTRONIC Deactivating variable 178 Display message 12 button mul tifunction steering wheel 268 Display message 4 button multi function steering wheel 263 Function notes 177 Important safety notes 177 LIM indicator lamp 177 Permanent 179 Selecting 178 Storing the current speed 178 Vari...

Page 23: ...re wheel 367 Information 370 Trailer loads 382 Tyres wheels 361 Vehicle data 380 Telephone Accepting a call 226 Display message 12 button mul tifunction steering wheel 278 Menu on board computer 226 Number from the phone book 227 Redialling 227 Rejecting ending a call 227 Telephone compartment 295 Temperature Coolant 12 button multifunction steering wheel AMG 236 Coolant 12 button multifunction st...

Page 24: ...mission see Automatic transmission see Manual transmission Transporting the vehicle 342 Trim pieces cleaning instructions 324 Trip computer On board computer 12 button multifunction steering wheel 222 On board computer 4 button multifunction steering wheel 218 Trip meter Displaying resetting 4 button multifunction steering wheel 218 Displaying 12 button multifunc tion steering wheel 222 Resetting ...

Page 25: ...g 360 Pulling away 152 Raising 358 Registration 28 Securing from rolling away 357 Towing away 340 Tow starting 340 Transporting 342 Unlocking in an emergency 90 Unlocking key 83 Vehicle data 380 Vehicle data 380 Vehicle dimensions 380 Vehicle emergency locking 91 Vehicle identification number see VIN Vehicle identification plate 372 Vehicle tool kit 329 Video DVD 226 Video DVD 12 button multifunc ...

Page 26: ...indscreen Demisting 138 see Windscreen Windscreen washer fluid see Windscreen washer system Windscreen washer system 318 Notes 379 Windscreen wipers Problem malfunction 132 Replacing the wiper blades 130 Switching on off 129 Winter operation Important safety notes 348 Radiator cover 315 Slippery road surfaces 174 Snow chains 349 Winter tyres Limiting the speed on board com puter 233 M S tyres 348 ...

Page 27: ...the engine Rdo not warm up the engine when the vehicle is stationary Rdrive carefully and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front Ravoid frequent sudden acceleration and braking Rchange gear in good time and use each gear only up to Ô of its maximum engine speed Rswitch off the engine in stationary traffic Rmonitor the vehicle s fuel consumption Returning an end of life vehicle EU count...

Page 28: ... granted Rif other road users could be endangered Rif the emission or noise levels are adversely affected Always specify the vehicle identification num ber VIN Y page 372 when ordering genu ine Mercedes Benz parts Owner s Manual Vehicle equipment This Owner s Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment available for your vehicle at the time of pub lication of the Owner s Ma...

Page 29: ...hecked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist work shop If you become aware when continu ing the journey that driving safety has been effected stop as soon as possible in accordance with the traffic conditions In such cases consult a qualified specialist workshop Declarations of conformity Wireless vehicle components The following information applies to all com ponents of the vehicle a...

Page 30: ...arry out technical inspections on certain vehicles The quality or safety of the vehicle is improved as a result of the inspection Mercedes Benz can only inform you about vehicle checks if it has your registration data It is possible that your vehicle has not yet been registered in your name in the following cases Rif your vehicle was not purchased at an authorised specialist dealer Rif your vehicl...

Page 31: ...vehicle is serviced technical infor mation can be read from the event data mem ory and fault data memory Services include for example Rrepair services Rservice processes Rwarranties Rquality assurance It is read by employees of the service network including manufacturers using special diag nostic testers More detailed information is obtained from it if required After a fault has been rectified the...

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Page 33: ...32 Instrument cluster 4 button steer ing wheel 34 Instrument cluster 12 button steering wheel 37 Multifunction steering wheel 40 Centre console 42 Overhead control panel 44 Door control panel 45 31 At a glance ...

Page 34: ... PARKTRONIC warning dis play 191 B Overhead control panel 44 C Climate control systems 134 Function Page D Ignition lock 149 Start Stop button 149 E Adjusts the steering wheel manually 110 F Adjusts the steering wheel electrically 110 G Cruise control lever 175 H Parking brake 170 I Diagnostics connection 27 J Opens the bonnet 315 K Releases the parking brake 170 L Light switch 118 32 Cockpit At a...

Page 35: ...omatic transmission steering wheel gearshift paddles 161 C Light switch 118 Function Page D Releases the parking brake 170 E Opens the bonnet 315 F Diagnostics connection 27 G Ignition lock 149 Start Stop button 149 H Adjusts the steering wheel manually 110 I Adjusts the steering wheel electrically 110 J Cruise control lever 175 K Parking brake 170 L Climate control systems 134 Cockpit 33 At a gla...

Page 36: ...mission position and drive program 159 Manual transmission Gearshift recommendation 158 Outside temperature 217 HOLD function 188 Stored limit speed 177 Function Page B Multifunction display 217 C Time 219 Automatic transmission Outside temperature vehi cles for the United King dom speed in km h 217 HOLD function 188 Stored limit speed 177 D Instrument cluster lighting 216 34 Instrument cluster 4 ...

Page 37: ...m Manual transmission Gearshift recommendation 158 Outside temperature 217 HOLD function 188 Stored limit speed 177 Function Page B Multifunction display 217 C Time 219 Automatic transmission Outside temperature vehi cles for the United King dom speed in km h 217 HOLD function 188 Stored limit speed 177 D Instrument cluster lighting 216 Instrument cluster 4 button steering wheel 35 At a glance ...

Page 38: ...eat belt 281 B Turn signals 121 C 6 SRS 287 D Engine diagnostics 288 E N Front foglamps 120 Function Page F ESP 284 G R Rear foglamp 120 H T Side lamps 120 I L Dipped beam head lamps 119 J K Main beam headlamp 121 K Diesel engine pre glow 151 36 Instrument cluster 4 button steering wheel At a glance ...

Page 39: ...ls i Instrument cluster kilometres Function Page Fuel gauge Coolant temperature 219 Speedometer with seg ments 220 Function Page Multifunction display 221 A Rev counter 219 B Instrument cluster lighting 219 Instrument cluster 12 button steering wheel 37 At a glance ...

Page 40: ...unction Page Fuel gauge Coolant temperature 219 Speedometer with seg ments 220 Function Page Multifunction display 221 A Rev counter 219 B Instrument cluster lighting 219 38 Instrument cluster 12 button steering wheel At a glance ...

Page 41: ... C 6 SRS 287 D Engine diagnostics 288 E h Tyre pressure monitor 291 F ü Seat belt 281 Function Page G Diesel engine pre glow 151 ESP in AMG vehicles 285 H Coolant 288 I K Main beam head lamps 121 J L Dipped beam head lamps 119 K T Side lamps 120 L R Rear foglamp 120 M N Front foglamps 120 N 8 Reserve fuel 288 Instrument cluster 12 button steering wheel 39 At a glance ...

Page 42: ...217 Audio display see the sep arate operating instruc tions W Increases the volume X Decreases the volume A C Scrolls through lists Resets values Hides display messages Function Page B V Press briefly Selects a menu Press and hold Selects the standard dis play 40 Multifunction steering wheel At a glance ...

Page 43: ...ejects or ends a call 226 Exits telephone book redial memory 6 Makes or accepts a call Switches to the redial mem ory WX Adjusts the volume 8 Mute Function Page A Selects a menu 220 9 Selects a submenu or scrolls through lists 220 a Confirms the selection 220 Hides display messages 240 B Back 220 Switches off LINGUA TRONIC see the separate operating instructions Multifunction steering wheel 41 At ...

Page 44: ...g instructions c Seat heating 108 s Seat ventilation 110 c PARKTRONIC 191 A ECO start stop but ton 153 Function Page B Hazard warning lamps 121 C 4 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 62 D M Dynamic driving package with sports mode 187 å AMG vehicles ESP 75 E Auxiliary heating 141 42 Centre console At a glance ...

Page 45: ...arette lighter 301 Power socket 302 G Gear lever 157 Selector lever 159 H Stowage compartment 294 Cup holders 299 Function Page I Stowage compartment 294 J Audio COMAND control ler see the separate oper ating instructions K Ú Selects the drive pro gram 160 Centre console 43 At a glance ...

Page 46: ...ight hand reading lamp on off 125 ë Deactivates tow away protection 79 A 3 Opens closes the panorama sliding sunroof with roller sunblinds 99 Function Page B Rear view mirror 112 C ê Deactivates the inte rior motion sensor 80 D p Switches the left hand reading lamp on off 125 E c Switches the front interior lighting on off 125 44 Overhead control panel At a glance ...

Page 47: ...ts the seats electri cally 106 r45 Stores settings for the seat exterior mirrors and steer ing wheel 115 Function Page A 7Zö Adjusts and folds the exte rior mirrors in out electri cally 112 B W Opens closes the side windows 95 C o Opens the boot lid 93 Door control panel 45 At a glance ...

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Page 49: ...Useful information 48 Panic alarm 48 Occupant safety 48 Children in the vehicle 59 Driving safety systems 70 Anti theft systems 78 47 Safety ...

Page 50: ...for example There is an increased risk of injury Never modify parts of the restraint systems Do not attempt to modify the wiring as well as electronic components or their software The airbag system can be adapted for a per son with disabilities For further information consult a Mercedes Benz Service Centre The seat belts together with SRS Supple mental Restraint System are complemen tary co ordina...

Page 51: ...cident with a high rate of vehicle deceleration There is an increased risk of injury possibly even fatal Have SRS checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop SRS functions are checked regularly when you switch on the ignition and when the engine is running Therefore malfunctions can be detected in good time The 6 SRS warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the...

Page 52: ...they provide an indication of airbag deployment The vehicle may be deformed significantly e g the bonnet or the wing without an airbag being deployed This is the case if only parts which are relatively easily deformed are affec ted and the rate of deceleration is not high Conversely airbags may be deployed even though the vehicle suffers only minor defor mation This is the case if for example very...

Page 53: ...e that there are no people ani mals or objects between the vehicle occu pants and the area where the airbags are deployed Rdo not place any objects between the seat backrest and the door Rdo not hang any hard objects e g coat hangers on the grab handles or coat hooks Rdo not attach accessories e g cup holders to the doors It is not possible to rule out a risk of injury being caused by an airbag du...

Page 54: ...omatic child seat recog nition in the front passenger seat the front passenger front airbag is only activated if the system determines that the front passenger seat is occupied The PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp on the centre console does not light up Y page 62 If a child restraint system is fitted to the front passenger seat and the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp on the centre console i...

Page 55: ... deploy correctly and therefore cannot provide the intended protection in the event of an accident When deployed the sidebags offer additional protection for the thorax of the vehicle occu pants on the side of the vehicle on which the impact occurs However they do not protect the Rhead Rneck Rarms Front sidebags and rear sidebags deploy next to the outer seat cushions The sidebags are deployed Ron...

Page 56: ...er seat is occupied Rindependently of the use of the seat belt Rindependently of the front airbags PRE SAFE anticipatory occupant protection PRE SAFE takes pre emptive measures to protect occupants in certain hazardous sit uations PRE SAFE intervenes Rwhen BAS PLUS intervenes powerfully on vehicles with DISTRONIC PLUS Rif on vehicles with DISTRONIC PLUS the radar sensor system detects an imminent ...

Page 57: ...ended level of protection Consult a Mercedes Benz Service Centre regarding availability The NECK PRO head restraints reduce the likelihood of head and chest injuries The NECK PRO head restraints on the driver s and front passenger seats are moved forwards and upwards in the event of a rear end colli sion of a certain severity This provides better head support If the NECK PRO head restraints have b...

Page 58: ...occupant The child will not be secured in the event of an accident heavy braking or sudden change of direction This may result in the child or other occupants being seriously or fatally injured RPersons under 1 50 m tall cannot wear the seat belts correctly For this reason secure persons less than 1 50 m tall in specially designed suitable restraint systems RChildren under 1 50 m tall and younger ...

Page 59: ...to tighten the belt across your body The rear seat belts are equipped with a child seat lock Y page 62 If you pull out the seat belt fully and then allow the inertia reel to retract it the child seat lock is activated To deactivate the child seat lock unfasten the seat belt and guide the belt tongue back to the belt sash guide For more information about releasing the seat belt with release button ...

Page 60: ...nds after the engine is started It then goes out if the driver and the front passenger have fas tened their seat belts i For more information on the 7 seat belt warning lamp see Warning and indi cator lamps in the instrument cluster seat belt Y page 281 Rear seat belt status indicator The rear compartment seat belt status indi cator tells you if the rear passengers have their seat belts fastened T...

Page 61: ...act the vehicle deceler ates or accelerates rapidly in a lateral direc tion If the airbags are deployed you will hear a bang and a small amount of powder may also be released Only in rare cases will the bang affect your hearing The powder that is released generally does not constitute a health hazard and does not indicate that there is a fire in the vehicle The powder may cause short term breathin...

Page 62: ...ed covers with gen uine covers G WARNING If the child restraint system is fitted incor rectly or is not secured it can come loose in the event of an accident heavy braking or a sudden change in direction The child restraint system could be thrown about strik ing vehicle occupants There is an increased risk of injury possibly even fatal Always fit child restraint systems properly even if they are n...

Page 63: ...t the restraint system to a suitable rear seat Make sure that the child is secured for the trip Mercedes Benz recommends that you use the listed child restraint systems Y page 68 You can obtain further infor mation about the correct child restraint sys tem from any Mercedes Benz Service Centre i It is advisable to use Mercedes Benz care products to clean child restraint systems You can obtain info...

Page 64: ...s installation instructions X Pull the seat belt smoothly from the inertia reel X Engage the seat belt tongue in the belt buckle Activating the child seat lock X Pull the seat belt out fully and let the inertia reel retract it again While the seat belt is retracting you should hear a ratcheting sound The child seat lock function is enabled X Push down on the child restraint system to take up any s...

Page 65: ...ed at a qualified specialist workshop To ensure that the automatic child seat rec ognition on the front passenger seat func tions communicates correctly never place objects e g a cushion under the child restraint system The entire base of the child restraint system must always rest on the seat cushion An incorrectly fitted child restraint system cannot perform its intended protec tive function in ...

Page 66: ...ecially tes ted and approved for Mercedes Benz vehi cles An incorrectly fitted child restraint system could come loose and seriously or even fatally injure the child or other vehicle occupants When fitting the child restraint system always make sure that it is engaged correctly in the securing rings on both sides G WARNING Please note that if child restraint systems or their retaining systems are ...

Page 67: ...er belts A on the left and right past head restraint X Hook Top Tether hook into Top Tether anchorage X Make sure that Top Tether belt A is not twisted X Fit the ISOFIX child restraint system with Top Tether Comply with the manufactur er s installation instructions when doing so Make sure that Top Tether belt A is tight Children in the vehicle 65 Safety Z ...

Page 68: ... child restraint systems Y page 68 Seat positions Weight catego ries Front passenger seat Rear seat Front passenger front airbag is not disabled The front passenger air bag is disa bled1 Left right Category 0 up to 10 kg X U2 L2 U L Category 0 up to 13 kg X U2 L2 U L Category I 9 to 18 kg U2 L2 U2 L2 U L Category II 15 to 25 kg U2 L2 U2 L2 U L Category III 22 to 36 kg U2 L2 U2 L2 U L Universal cat...

Page 69: ...traint systems Key to the letters used in the table X ISOFIX position that is not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems in this weight cat egory and or size category IUF Suitable for forward facing ISOFIX child restraint systems that belong to the Universal category which are approved for use in this weight category IL Suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems as recommended see the follow...

Page 70: ...up to 10 kg up to approx imately 6 months Britax Römer BABY SAFE PLUS4 03 301146 04 301146 970 10 00 Yes Group 0 up to 13 kg up to approx imately 15 months Britax Römer BABY SAFE PLUS4 03 301146 04 301146 970 10 00 Yes Category I 9 to 18 kg between approximately 9 months and 4 years Britax Römer DUO PLUS4 03 301133 04 301133 970 11 00 Yes 970 16 00 No Group II III 15 to 36 kg between approximately...

Page 71: ...ype Approval number E1 Order number Auto matic child seat recogni tion Carry cot F G Group 0 up to 10 kg E Group 0 up to 13 kg E Britax Römer BABY SAFE ISOFIX PLUS 04 301146 B6 6 86 8224 No D C Group I 9to 18 kg D C B B1 Britax Römer DUO PLUS 03 301133 04 301133 A000 970 11 00 Yes A Children in the vehicle 69 Safety Z ...

Page 72: ... about the following driving safety systems RABS Anti lock Braking System RBAS Brake Assist System RBAS PLUS Brake Assist System Plus RAdaptive brake lamps RESP Electronic Stability Program REBD electronic brake force distribution RADAPTIVE BRAKE RPRE SAFE Brake Important safety notes If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you are inattentive the driving safety systems can neither reduce th...

Page 73: ...tinue to depress the brake pedal with force until the braking sit uation is over X To make a full brake application depress the brake pedal with full force If ABS intervenes when braking you will feel a pulsing in the brake pedal The pulsating brake pedal can be an indica tion of hazardous road conditions and func tions as a reminder to take extra care while driving BAS Brake Assist General notes ...

Page 74: ...vent of Rdirt on the sensors or the sensors are obscured Rinterference by other radar sources Rstrong radar reflections for example in multi storey car parks Ra narrow vehicle travelling in front e g a motorcycle Ra vehicle travelling in front on a different line Following damage to the front end of the vehi cle have the radar sensor settings and oper ation checked at a qualified specialist work s...

Page 75: ... keep the vehicle on the desired course within physical limits ESP assists the driver when pulling away on wet or slippery roads ESP can also stabilise the vehicle during braking ETS 4ETS Electronic Traction System i Observe the Important safety notes sec tion Y page 70 ETS 4ETS traction control is part of ESP Traction control brakes the drive wheels indi vidually if they spin This enables you to ...

Page 76: ...ted G WARNING If you deactivate ESP ESP no longer sta bilises the vehicle There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident Only deactivate ESP in the situations descri bed in the following It may be best to deactivate ESP in the fol lowing situations Rwhen using snow chains Rin deep snow Ron sand or gravel i Activate ESP as soon as the situations described above no longer apply ESP will othe...

Page 77: ...es an extremely qualified and experienced driver i Activate ESP as soon as the situations described above no longer apply ESP will otherwise not be able to stabilise the vehi cle if the vehicle starts to skid or a wheel starts to spin Deactivating activating ESP X To activate SPORT handling mode briefly press button The M handling mode warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up The SPORT han...

Page 78: ...d and weather conditions are poor trailer stabilisation will not be able to prevent the vehicle trailer combination from swerv ing Trailers with a high centre of gravity can tip over before ESP can detect this There is a risk of an accident Always adapt your driving style to the prevail ing road and weather conditions If your vehicle trailer combination begins to lurch you can only stabilise the v...

Page 79: ...ion of the brakes if a danger of collision is detected There may be a collision unless you also brake Automatic emergency braking cannot prevent a colli sion There is a risk of an accident Always apply the brakes yourself and try to take evasive action G WARNING PRE SAFE Brake cannot always clearly iden tify objects and complex traffic conditions In these cases PRE SAFE Brake may Rgive an unnecess...

Page 80: ... seat belts fastened and Rthe vehicle speed is between approx imately 7 km h and 200 km h At speeds of up to approximately 70 km h PRE SAFE Brake can also detect stationary objects Examples of stationary objects are stopped or parked vehicles i If there is an increased risk of collision preventive passenger protection measures PRE SAFE are activated If the risk of collision with the vehicle in fro...

Page 81: ... the Start Stop button on the dash board The key must be inside the vehicle The alarm is switched off Tow away protection An audible and visual alarm is triggered if your vehicle s angle of inclination is altered while tow away protection is primed This occurs if the vehicle is jacked up on one side for exam ple X To prime lock the vehicle with the key or KEYLESS GO Tow away protection is primed a...

Page 82: ...sor is switched off automatically To prevent a false alarm deactivate the inte rior motion sensor if you lock your vehicle and Rpeople or animals remain in the vehicle Rthe side windows remain open Rthe panorama sliding sunroof remains open To deactivate X Remove the key from the ignition lock X Press button Indicator lamp flashes briefly X Lock the vehicle with the key or KEYLESS GO The interior ...

Page 83: ...Useful information 82 Key 82 Doors 88 Boot 91 Side windows 94 Sliding sunroof 98 81 Opening and closing ...

Page 84: ...anti theft alarm system is trig gered if the door is opened from the inside Switch off the alarm Y page 79 All countries G WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle they could Ropen the doors thus endangering other people or road users Rget out and disrupt traffic Roperate the vehicle s equipment Additionally children could set the vehicle in motion if for example they Rrelease the ...

Page 85: ...on If you do not open the vehicle within approx imately 40 seconds of unlocking Rthe vehicle is locked again Rthe anti theft system is primed again X To lock centrally press the button KEYLESS GO General notes Bear in mind that the engine can be started by any of the vehicle occupants if there is a KEYLESS GO key in the vehicle Locking and unlocking centrally You can start lock or unlock the vehic...

Page 86: ...centrally press the but ton twice X To lock centrally press the button The KEYLESS GO function is changed as fol lows X To unlock the driver s door touch the inner surface of the door handle on the driver s door X To unlock centrally touch the inner sur face of the front passenger door handle X To lock centrally touch the outer sensor surface on one of the door handles Y page 83 X To restore the f...

Page 87: ...bbish They must be collected sep arately and disposed of in an environmentally responsible recycling system Dispose of batteries in an environmentally responsible manner Take discharged batteries to a qualified spe cialist workshop or to a col lection point for used batter ies Checking the battery X Press the or button The battery is working properly if battery check lamp lights up briefly If batt...

Page 88: ... palm until battery falls out X Insert the new battery with the positive ter minal facing upwards Use a lint free cloth to do so X Make sure that the surface of the battery is free from lint grease and all other forms of contamination X Insert the front tabs of battery compart ment cover into the housing and then press to close it X Insert emergency key element into the key X Check the function of...

Page 89: ... powerful source of radio waves X Lock unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the key Point the tip of the key at the driver s door handle from close range and press the button There is a fault with KEYLESS GO X Lock unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the key Point the tip of the key at the driver s door handle from close range and press the button X Have KEYL...

Page 90: ...ors can no longer be opened from the inside People in the vehicle can no longer get out e g in hazardous situations There is a risk of injury Therefore do not leave any people unsuper vised in the vehicle particularly children eld erly people or people in need of special assis tance Do not activate the double lock when people are in the vehicle If the vehicle has been locked from the out side the ...

Page 91: ...d It is then not possible to open the doors from inside the vehicle You can deac tivate the double lock function by deactivat ing the interior motion sensor Y page 80 The doors can then be opened from the inside after the vehicle has been locked from the outside The anti theft alarm system is trig gered if the door is opened from the inside Switch off the alarm Y page 79 X Pull door handle If the ...

Page 92: ...s being towed Rthe vehicle is being tested on a dynamom eter X To deactivate press and hold button for about five seconds until a tone sounds X To activate press and hold button for about five seconds until a tone sounds i If you press one of the two buttons and do not hear a tone the relevant setting has already been selected On vehicles with a luxury multifunction steer ing wheel you can also ac...

Page 93: ...are exposed to heat or cold for a prolonged period there is a risk of serious or even fatal injuries Never leave persons particularly children unatten ded in the vehicle G WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the boot lid is open when the engine is running espe cially if the vehicle is in motion There is a r...

Page 94: ...with the button on the key Y page 83 or with KEYLESS GO Y page 83 i If a KEYLESS GO key is detected in the boot the boot lid cannot be locked It then opens again Opening automatically from outside Important safety notes United Kingdom only G WARNING When the double locks are activated the doors can no longer be opened from the inside People in the vehicle can no longer get out e g in hazardous sit...

Page 95: ...il the boot lid opens or X If the boot is unlocked pull the boot lid handle and release it again immediately Opening automatically from inside G WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the boot lid is open when the engine is running espe cially if the vehicle is in motion There is a risk of poisoning Always swi...

Page 96: ...m position 1 as far as it will go to position 2 The boot is unlocked X Turn the emergency key element back to position 1 and remove it X Insert the emergency key element into the key i When you lock the vehicle Y page 91 the boot is also locked Side windows Important safety notes G WARNING While opening the side windows body parts could become trapped between the side win dow and the door frame as...

Page 97: ...ts e g small fin gers Rover the last 4 mm of the closing movement Rduring resetting Rwhen closing the side window again man ually immediately after automatic reversing This means that the reversing function cannot prevent someone being trapped in these sit uations There is a risk of injury When closing make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area If someone becomes trapped press the...

Page 98: ... feature is oper ating parts of the body could become trapped in the closing area of the side window and the sliding sunroof There is a risk of injury Observe the complete closing procedure when the convenience closing feature is oper ating When closing make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area Proceed as follows if someone is trapped With the key Rrelease the button Rpress and h...

Page 99: ... X Hold the switch for an additional second X If the corresponding side window remains closed after the button has been released the side window has been reset correctly If this is not the case repeat the steps above again Problems with the side windows Problem a side window cannot be closed because it is blocked by objects e g leaves in the window guide X Remove the objects X Close the side windo...

Page 100: ...ow anything to protrude from the sliding sunroof Otherwise the seals could be damaged i Resonance noises can occur in addition to the usual airflow noises when the sliding sunroof is open They are caused by minor pressure fluctuations in the vehicle interior Change the position of the sliding sunroof or open a side window slightly to reduce or eliminate these noises Sliding sunroof reversing featu...

Page 101: ...no rain is falling on the area of the wind screen being monitored by the rain sensor e g because the vehicle is under a bridge Operating the roller sunblind for the sliding sunroof General notes The roller sunblind shields the vehicle interior from sunlight The roller sunblind can only be opened and closed when the sliding sunroof is closed G WARNING When opening or closing the roller sunblind par...

Page 102: ...r the roller sun blind does not move smoothly X Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock X Pull the 3 switch repeatedly to the point of resistance in the direction of arrow until the sliding sunroof is fully closed X Keep the 3 switch pulled for an addi tional second X Pull the 3 switch repeatedly to the point of resistance in the direction of arrow until the roller sunblind is fully c...

Page 103: ...r head control panel down to the point of resistance and hold it until the sliding sun roof is closed The sliding sunroof is closed with increased force If the sliding sunroof is obstructed again dur ing closing and reopens again slightly X Immediately after the sliding sunroof blocks pull the 3 switch in the over head control panel down to the point of resistance and hold it until the sliding sun...

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Page 105: ...Useful information 104 Correct driver s seat position 104 Seats 105 Steering wheel 110 Mirrors 112 Memory function 115 103 Seats steering wheel and mirrors ...

Page 106: ...e head restraint is adjus ted correctly When doing so make sure that you have adjusted the head restraint so that the back of your head is supported at eye level by the centre of the head restraint X Observe the safety guidelines on steering wheel adjustment Y page 110 X Make sure that steering wheel is adjus ted correctly Adjusting the steering wheel manually Y page 111 Adjusting the steering whe...

Page 107: ...annot provide the inten ded protection unless they are fitted and adjusted correctly There is an increased risk of injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or sudden braking for example Always drive with the head restraints fitted Ensure that the centre of the head restraints support the back of each vehicle occupant s head at eye level before driving off G WARNING The seat belt doe...

Page 108: ...e and slide the seat forwards or rearwards X Release lever again Make sure that you hear the seat engage in position Seat cushion angle X Turn handwheel in the desired direction Adjusting the seats electrically Head restraint height Seat cushion angle Seat height Seat fore and aft adjustment A Backrest angle i Vehicles with memory function if PRE SAFE has been triggered the front passenger seat wi...

Page 109: ...WARNING If the backrest is not engaged it could fold forwards during a braking manoeuvre or in the event of an accident for example The seat backrest will then push the vehicle occupant against the seat belt The seat belt cannot protect as intended and could result in addi tional injury This poses an increased risk of injury Before each journey make sure that the back rest engages fully as describ...

Page 110: ...sition of the head restraint and set it to the correct position X Vehicles with memory function swing back the seat backrest The seat moves automatically to the stored position Adjusting the 4 way lumbar support You can adjust the contour of the front seat backrests individually to provide optimum support for your back To raise the backrest contour To soften the backrest contour To lower the backr...

Page 111: ... 1 after approximately ten minutes The system automatically switches off approximately 20 minutes after it is set to level 1 X Make sure that the key is in position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock X To switch on press button repeatedly until the desired heating level is set X To switch off press button repeatedly until all the indicator lamps go out Seats 109 Seats steering wheel and mirrors Z ...

Page 112: ...er s seat automatically switches to the highest level X To switch off press button repeatedly until all the indicator lamps go out Problems with the seat ventilation The seat ventilation has switched off prema turely or cannot be switched on The vehicle s electrical system voltage is too low because too many electrical consumers are switched on X Switch off electrical consumers that you do not nee...

Page 113: ...direction Adjusting the steering wheel electri cally To adjust the steering wheel height To adjust the steering wheel position fore and aft adjustment The steering wheel can also be adjusted when the key is removed from the ignition lock i Further related subjects REASY ENTRY EXIT feature Y page 111 RStoring settings Y page 115 EASY ENTRY EXIT feature Important safety notes G WARNING When the EASY...

Page 114: ...th the key inserted into the ignition lock the steering wheel is automatically moved to the previ ously set position The last position of the steering wheel is stored when you switch off the ignition or when you store the setting with the memory function Y page 115 Crash responsive EASY EXIT feature If the crash responsive EASY EXIT feature is triggered in an accident the steering column will move...

Page 115: ...traffic conditions Folding the exterior mirrors in out elec trically X Make sure that the key is in position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock X Briefly press button Both exterior mirrors fold in or out i Make sure that the exterior mirrors are always folded out fully while driving They could otherwise vibrate Setting the exterior mirrors If the battery has been disconnected or com pletely discharged th...

Page 116: ...n Using reverse gear You can set the front passenger side exterior mirror so that you can see the rear wheel on that side as soon as you engage reverse gear You can store this position X Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and that the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock X Press button for the exterior mirror on the front passenger side X Engage reverse gear The exterior mirror on the f...

Page 117: ...ld become trapped There is a risk of injury While the memory function is making adjust ments make sure that no one has any body parts in the sweep of the seat or steering wheel If somebody becomes trapped imme diately release the memory function position button The adjustment process is stopped G WARNING If children activate the memory function they could become trapped especially if they are unat...

Page 118: ...e backrest The seat could oth erwise be damaged X Press and hold the relevant storage posi tion button 1 2 or 3 until the seat steering wheel and exterior mirrors are in the stored position i The setting procedure is interrupted as soon as you release the storage position button 116 Memory function Seats steering wheel and mirrors ...

Page 119: ...Useful information 118 Exterior lighting 118 Interior lighting 125 Replacing bulbs 125 Windscreen wipers 129 117 Lights and windscreen wipers ...

Page 120: ...t illuminate as large an area of the edge of the carriageway Vehicles with halogen headlamps It is not necessary to switch your headlamps to symmetrical dipped beam when driving in countries where vehicles are driven on the opposite side of the road to the country in which the vehicle is registered Legal require ments are fulfilled without switching the headlamps to symmetrical dipped beam Vehicle...

Page 121: ... on the daytime driving lights func tion in the on board computer the daytime driving lights or the side lamps and dipped beam headlamps are switched on or off automatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light X To switch on automatic headlamp mode turn the light switch to Ã The daytime driving lights improve the detect ability of your vehicle during the day The daytime driving lights...

Page 122: ... R button The yellow R indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up X To switch off the rear foglamp press the R button The yellow R indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out Side lamps If the battery has been excessively dis charged the side lamps or parking lamps are automatically switched off to enable the next engine start Always park your vehicle safely and sufficiently lit acco...

Page 123: ...ght switch to L or Ã X Press the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow In the Ã position the main beam head lamps are only switched on when it is dark and the engine is running The K indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the main beam head lamps are switched on X To switch off the main beam head lamps move the combination switch back to its normal...

Page 124: ...eather conditions The system includes the active light function cornering light function motorway mode and extended range foglamps The system is only active when it is dark You can activate or deactivate the Intelligent Light System function using the on board computer Y page 232 Active light function The active light function is a system that moves the headlamps according to the steer ing movemen...

Page 125: ...rtant safety notes G WARNING Adaptive Highbeam Assist does not recognise road users Rwho have no lights e g pedestrians Rwho have poor lighting e g cyclists Rwhose lighting is blocked e g by a barrier In very rare cases Adaptive Highbeam Assist recognises road users too late or not at all In this or in similar situations the automatic main beam headlamps will not be deactivated or activated regard...

Page 126: ...adlamp range is set automatically depending on the distance between the vehicle and other road users If you are driving at speeds above approx imately 55 km h and no other road users are detected The main beam headlamps are switched on automatically The K indicator lamp in the instrument cluster also lights up If you are driving at speeds below 45 km h or other road users are detected or the roads...

Page 127: ... You can activate this delayed switch off using the on board computer Y page 233 Manual interior lighting control X To switch the interior lighting on off press the c button X To switch the reading lamps on off press the p button Crash responsive emergency lighting The interior lighting is activated automatically if the vehicle is involved in an accident X To switch off the crash responsive emerge...

Page 128: ...essary clean the glass tube when cold with alcohol or spirit and rub it off with a lint free cloth Protect bulbs from moisture during opera tion Do not allow bulbs to come into contact with liquids There are bulbs other than the xenon bulbs that you cannot replace yourself Replace only the bulbs listed Y page 126 Have the bulbs that you cannot replace yourself replaced at a qualified specialist wo...

Page 129: ...ng cover and turn it clock wise until it engages Main beam headlamps halogen head lamps X Switch off the lights X Open the bonnet X Turn housing cover anti clockwise and pull it out X Turn bulb holder anti clockwise and pull it out X Take the bulb out of bulb holder X Insert the new bulb into bulb holder X Insert bulb holder into the lamp and turn it clockwise X Align housing cover and turn it clo...

Page 130: ...nto the lamp and turn it clockwise X Align housing cover and turn it clock wise until it engages Replacing the rear bulbs Opening and closing the side trim pan els You must open the side trim panel in the boot and remove the first aid kit before you can replace the bulbs in the tail lamps Right hand side trim panel Left hand side trim panel vehicles without a sound system or trailer tow hitch X To...

Page 131: ... new bulb into the bulb holder and turn it clockwise X Reinsert the connector for LED light func tions in the bulb holder X Insert the bulb holder again and lock it in place X Insert the tail lamp connector X Close the side trim panel Y page 128 Windscreen wipers Switching the windscreen wipers on off Do not operate the windscreen wipers when the windscreen is dry as this could damage the wiper bl...

Page 132: ...s Important safety notes G WARNING If the windscreen wipers begin to move while you are changing the wiper blades you can be trapped by the wiper arm There is a risk of injury Always switch off the windscreen wipers and ignition before changing the wiper blades Never open the bonnet if a windscreen wiper arm has been folded away from the windscreen Never fold a windscreen wiper arm without a wiper...

Page 133: ...ainer on the wiper arm and slide it into place in the opposite direction to the arrow The wiper blade audibly engages X Make sure that wiper blade is seated cor rectly X Fold the wiper arm back onto the wind screen Windscreen wipers 131 Lights and windscreen wipers Z ...

Page 134: ...nd open the driver s door X Remove the cause of the obstruction X Switch the windscreen wipers back on The windscreen wipers fail completely The windscreen wiper drive is malfunctioning X Select another wiper speed on the combination switch X Have the windscreen wipers checked at a qualified specialist workshop The windscreen washer fluid from the spray nozzles no longer hits the centre of the win...

Page 135: ...Useful information 134 Overview of climate control sys tems 134 Operating the climate control sys tem 136 Adjusting the air vents 145 133 Climate control ...

Page 136: ...l regulates the temperature and the humidity in the vehicle interior and filters undesirable substances out of the air Climate control is only operational when the engine is running Optimum operation is only achieved when the side windows and the roof are closed i Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period during warm weather e g using the con venience opening feature Y page 96 This will speed up th...

Page 137: ...tes on using THERMATIC automatic climate control Automatic climate control The following contains notes and recommen dations on optimum use of THERMATIC auto matic climate control RActivate climate control using the Ã and buttons The indicator lamps in the Ã and buttons light up RSet the temperature to 22 ROnly use the windscreen demisting func tion briefly until the windscreen is clear again ROnl...

Page 138: ...on The indicator lamp in the button lights up Activating deactivating the cooling with air dehumidification function General notes If you deactivate the Cooling with air dehu midification function the air inside the vehi cle will not be cooled The air inside the vehi cle will also not be dehumidified The win dows can mist up more quickly Therefore only switch off cooling with air dehumidifica tion...

Page 139: ... win dows can mist up more quickly Therefore only switch off cooling with air dehumidifica tion for a short period Activating switching X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock Y page 149 X Set the desired temperature X To activate press the Ã button The indicator lamp in the Ã button lights up Automatic air distribution and airflow are activated X To switch to manual mode press the _ but...

Page 140: ...The indicator lamp in the á button lights up The temperature setting for the driver s side is not adopted for the front passenger side When the buttons for temperature airflow or air distribution are pressed the temperature setting on the driver s side is not adopted for the other climate control zones X To switch off press the á button The indicator lamp in the á button goes out The temperature s...

Page 141: ...ld only select this setting until the windscreen is clear again Windows misted up on the outside X Activate the windscreen wipers X Press the _ button repeatedly until the O or P symbol appears in the dis play X Adjust the side air vents so that no air is directed towards the side windows Rear window heating General notes The rear window heating has a high current draw You should therefore switch ...

Page 142: ...tside temperatures When air recirculation mode is activated automatically the indicator lamp in the g button is not lit Outside air is added after about 30 minutes X To deactivate press the g button The indicator lamp in the g button goes out Convenience opening closing using the air recirculation button G WARNING When the convenience closing feature is oper ating parts of the body could become tr...

Page 143: ...ossible toxic exhaust fumes can enter the vehicle especially car bon monoxide This is the case e g in enclosed spaces or if the vehicle is stuck in snow There is a risk of fatal injuries You should switch off the auxiliary heating in enclosed spaces which do not have an extrac tion system e g a garage If the vehicle is stuck in snow and you must leave the auxiliary heating running keep the exhaust...

Page 144: ...e to 22 The auxiliary heating ventilation can be acti vated or deactivated using the remote control or the button on the centre console The on board computer can be used to spec ify up to three departure times one of which may be preselected Y page 234 Switching the auxiliary heating venti lation on off using the centre console button The colours of the indicator lamps on the but ton have the foll...

Page 145: ...depar ture time X To switch on press the u button ON is shown in the remote control display X To deactivate press the button OFF is shown in the remote control display Checking the status of the auxiliary heat ing ventilation X Press the or button The following messages may appear in the display Display Meaning The auxiliary heating ventilation is switched off The auxiliary ventilation is switched...

Page 146: ...trol battery G WARNING Batteries contain toxic and corrosive substan ces If batteries are swallowed it can result in severe health problems There is a risk of fatal injury Keep batteries out of the reach of children If a battery is swallowed seek medical attention immediately H Environmental note Batteries contain pollutants It is illegal to dispose of them with the household rubbish They must be ...

Page 147: ...earest filling station X Make another attempt to switch on the auxiliary heating using the remote control The auxiliary heating is faulty X Have the auxiliary heating checked at a qualified specialist workshop Adjusting the air vents Important safety notes G WARNING Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air vents This could result in burns or frostbite in the immediate vicinity of the air ve...

Page 148: ...tance to cool its contents The level of air flow depends on the airflow and air distribu tion settings Close the air vent when heating the vehi cle At high outside temperatures open the air vent and activate the cooling with air dehu midification function Otherwise temper ature sensitive items stored in the glove compartment could be damaged Air vent thumbwheel Air vent X To open close turn thumbw...

Page 149: ...information 148 Running in notes 148 Driving 148 Manual transmission 157 Automatic transmission 158 Refuelling 165 Parking 169 Driving tips 171 Driving systems 174 Towing a trailer 209 147 Driving and parking ...

Page 150: ...celerator pedal beyond the point of resistance kick down RThe shift ranges 3 2 or 1 should only be engaged when driving slowly e g when driving in mountainous terrain After 1500 km you may gradually accelerate the vehicle to full road and engine speeds Additional running in notes for AMG vehicles RDo not drive at speeds above 140 km h for the first 1 500 km ROnly allow the engine to reach a maximu...

Page 151: ...ature Only set the automatic transmission to the respective drive positions when the vehicle is stationary Where possible avoid spinning the drive wheels when pulling away on slippery roads Otherwise you could damage the drive train AMG vehicles at low engine oil temper atures below 20 the maximum engine speed is restricted in order to pro tect the engine To protect the engine and maintain smooth ...

Page 152: ...on press Start Stop but ton twice i The power supply is switched off again if Rthe driver s door is opened and Ryou press Start Stop button once when in this position Removing the Start Stop button You can remove the Start Stop button from the ignition lock and start the vehicle as nor mal using the key i You do not have to remove the Start Stop button from the ignition lock when you leave the veh...

Page 153: ...utch pedal is fully depressed Automatic transmission X Shift the transmission to position P The transmission position display in the multifunction display shows P i You can also start the engine when the transmission is in position N Starting procedure with the key i To start the engine using the key instead of KEYLESS GO pull the Start Stop button out of the ignition lock X To start a petrol engi...

Page 154: ... pedal and do not simultaneously accelerate i It is only possible to shift the transmission from position P to the desired position if you depress the brake pedal Only then is the selector lever lock released X Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed X Shift the transmission to position D or R X Release the parking brake Y page 170 X Release the brake pedal X Carefully depress the accelerato...

Page 155: ...ction has been man ually deactivated Y page 154 or a malfunc tion has caused the system to be deactivated the symbol is not displayed Automatic engine switch off General notes The ECO start stop function is operational and the symbol is displayed in green in the multifunction display if Rthe indicator lamp in the ECO button is lit green Rthe outside temperature is within the range that is suitable...

Page 156: ...le interior devi ates from the set range Rthe system detects moisture on the wind screen when the air conditioning system is switched on Rthe battery s charge status is too low Rthe driver s seat belt is released or the driv er s door is opened Vehicles with manual transmission Only engage gear when the clutch pedal is depressed The engine is started automatically if you Rdepress the clutch pedal ...

Page 157: ...r automatic engine switch off Y page 153 are fulfilled the symbol is shown in yellow in the mul tifunction display If this is the case the ECO start stop function is not available i If indicator lamp is off the ECO start stop function has been deactivated man ually or as the result of a malfunction The engine will then not be switched off auto matically when the vehicle stops Driving 155 Driving a...

Page 158: ...ent attempts to start the engine as this will drain the battery If the engine does not start after several attempts X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The engine does not start The starter motor can be heard The reserve fuel warning lamp is lit and the fuel gauge display shows 0 The fuel tank is empty X Refuel the vehicle The engine does not start You cannot hear the starter motor The on bo...

Page 159: ...engine is no longer being cooled sufficiently X If the coolant temperature is below 120 you can continue driving to the nearest qualified specialist workshop X Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so e g driving in mountainous terrain and stop start traffic Manual transmission Gear lever Gear lever k Reverse gear 1 to 6 Forward gears Only engage gear when the clutch pedal is depressed When sh...

Page 160: ...ortant safety notes G WARNING If the engine speed is above the idling speed and you engage transmission position D or R the vehicle could pull away suddenly There is a risk of an accident When engaging transmission position D or R always firmly depress the brake pedal and do not simultaneously accelerate G WARNING The automatic transmission switches to neu tral position N when you switch off the e...

Page 161: ...ocked C Reverse gear Only shift the transmission to R when the vehicle is stationary A Neutral Do not shift the transmission to N while driving Otherwise the auto matic transmission could be dam aged Releasing the brakes will allow you to move the vehicle freely e g to push it or tow it If ESP is deactivated or faulty only shift the transmission to posi tion N if the vehicle is in danger of skiddi...

Page 162: ...the accelerator pedal once the desired speed is reached The automatic transmission shifts back up Towing a trailer X Drive in the middle of the engine speed range on uphill gradients X Shift down to shift range 3 or 2 Y page 162 depending on the uphill or downhill gradient even if cruise control or SPEEDTRONIC is activated Program selector button General notes The program selector button allows yo...

Page 163: ...dle In the automatic drive program you can restrict or derestrict the shift range by using the steering wheel gearshift paddles or the selector lever Y page 162 In the manual drive program you can change gear using the steering wheel gearshift pad dles or the selector lever Y page 163 i You can only change gear with the steer ing wheel gearshift paddles when the trans mission is in position D Auto...

Page 164: ... automatic transmission shifts down one gear and restricts the shift range to the relevant gear i If the engine exceeds the maximum engine speed when shifting down the auto matic transmission protects against engine damage by not shifting down i If the maximum engine speed for the shift range is reached and you continue to accel erate the automatic transmission shifts up even if the shift range is...

Page 165: ...speed is reached the fuel supply is cut to prevent the engine from overrevving You must make sure that the engine speed does not reach the red area of the rev counter Otherwise there is a risk of engine damage X If the colour in the speedometer multifunc tion display changes to red and the UP dis play message is shown shift up a gear Gearshift recommendation The gearshift recommendations assist yo...

Page 166: ... manual drive program X Vehicles without the dynamic handling package with sports mode press the program selector button Y page 160 repeatedly until E or S appears in the mul tifunction display X Vehicles with the dynamic handling package with sports mode press the program selector button Y page 160 M is no longer shown in the multifunction dis play X AMG vehicles turn the drive program selector Y...

Page 167: ...ault occurs you can release the selector lever lock manually to move it out of position P You may need to do this for example if you wish to tow the vehicle Do not use any sharp edged objects to remove the selector lever gaiter from the centre console This could damage the selector lever gaiter X Apply the parking brake X Prise out selector lever gaiter with a flat blunt object e g a screwdriver w...

Page 168: ...e diesel to refuel vehicles with a petrol engine Do not switch on the ignition if you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel Otherwise the fuel will enter the fuel system Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could result in damage to the fuel system and the engine The repair costs are high Notify a qualified specialist workshop and have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained completely Overfilling ...

Page 169: ...nd remove it X Insert the fuel filler cap into the holder bracket on the inside of filler flap X Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel pump nozzle into the tank hook in place and refuel X Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle switches off i Do not add any more fuel after the pump stops filling for the first time Otherwise fuel may leak out Closing X Replace the cap on the filler neck an...

Page 170: ...sel X Turn the ignition on for approximately ten seconds Y page 149 X Start the engine continuously for a maximum of ten seconds until it runs smoothly If the engine does not start X Turn the ignition on again a maximum of ten seconds Y page 149 X Start the engine again continuously for a maximum of ten sec onds until it runs smoothly If the engine does not start after three attempts X Consult a q...

Page 171: ...ded in the vehicle Always secure the vehicle correctly against rolling away Otherwise the vehicle or its drivetrain could be damaged To ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away unintentionally Rthe parking brake must be applied Ron vehicles with manual transmission engage first gear or reverse gear Ron vehicles with automatic transmission the transmission must be in position P and t...

Page 172: ...on by for example Rreleasing the parking brake Rshifting an automatic transmission out of parking position P Rshifting a manual transmission into neutral Rstarting the engine They could also operate vehicle equipment There is a risk of an accident and injury When leaving the vehicle always take the key with you and lock the vehicle Never leave children unattended in the vehicle The brake lights do...

Page 173: ...nsumption is affected by many other factors such as Rload Rtyre pressure Rcold start Rchoice of route Rthe use of electrical consumers These factors are not included in the ECO dis play The evaluation of your driving style takes the following three categories into consideration RAcceleration evaluation of all accelera tion processes The bar fills up moderate acceleration especially at higher speed...

Page 174: ...king distance and could even cause the braking system to fail There is a risk of an accident Never use the brake pedal as a footrest Do not simultaneously depress both the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal while driving Depressing the brake pedal constantly results in excessive and premature wear to the brake pads If heavy demands are made on the brakes do not park the vehicle immediately Driv...

Page 175: ...er all circumstances An aggressive driving style will lead to high wear You can obtain further information about this from your Mercedes Benz Service Centre New brake pads linings and discs that have been replaced only achieve optimum braking effect after several hundred kilometres of driving Compensate for the reduced braking effect by applying greater force to the brake pedal Always be aware of ...

Page 176: ...risk of skidding and having an accident Do not shift down for additional engine brak ing on a slippery road surface You should drive particularly carefully on slip pery road surfaces Avoid sudden accelera tion steering and braking manoeuvres If the vehicle threatens to skid or cannot be stopped when moving at low speed X Vehicles with manual transmission shift to neutral X Vehicles with automatic ...

Page 177: ...ange of drivers advise the new driver of the speed stored Cruise control lever You can operate cruise control and variable SPEEDTRONIC with the cruise control lever The LIM indicator lamp on the cruise control lever indicates which system you have selec ted RLIM indicator lamp off cruise control is selected RLIM indicator lamp on variable SPEED TRONIC is selected To activate or increase speed LIM ...

Page 178: ... control is activated it stores the current speed or regulates the speed of the vehicle to the previously stored speed Setting a speed Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has accelerated or braked to the set speed X Press the cruise control lever up for a higher speed or down for a lower speed X Keep the cruise control lever pressed until the desired speed is reached X R...

Page 179: ... quickly If you need additional braking depress the brake pedal repeatedly rather than continuously If you fail to adapt your driving style SPEED TRONIC can neither reduce the risk of an accident nor override the laws of physics SPEEDTRONIC cannot take into account road weather or traffic conditions SPEED TRONIC is only an aid You are responsible for the distance to the vehicle in front for vehicl...

Page 180: ... the current speed the vehicle deceler ates If you do not know the stored speed the vehicle could decelerate unexpectedly There is a risk of an accident Pay attention to the road and traffic condi tions before calling up the stored speed If you do not know the stored speed store the desired speed again X Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you Making adjustments in 1 km h incre ments X B...

Page 181: ...en or towing a trailer On vehicles with automatic transmission select shift range 1 2 or 3 By doing so you will make use of the braking effect of the engine This relieves the load on the brake system and prevents the brakes from overheating and wearing too quickly If DISTRONIC PLUS detects a slower moving vehicle in front your vehicle is braked in order to maintain the preset distance to the vehic...

Page 182: ...of obstacles can be impaired in the case of Rdirt on the sensors or obscured sensors Rsnow or heavy rain Rinterference by other radar sources Rthe possibility of strong radar reflections for example in multi storey car parks If DISTRONIC PLUS no longer detects a vehi cle in front it may unexpectedly accelerate to the speed stored This speed can Rbe too high for a filter lane or a slip road Rbe so ...

Page 183: ...ected and displayed DISTRONIC PLUS switches off and you will hear a tone X Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you or press it up or down A DISTRONIC PLUS is activated X Keep the cruise control lever pressed up or down A until the desired speed is set X Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Your vehicle adapts its speed to that of the vehicle in front but only up to the desired sto...

Page 184: ...too long or if the dis tance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front becomes too small i When you change lanes DISTRONIC PLUS monitors the left lane for left hand drive vehicles and the right lane for right hand drive vehicles Vehicles with COMAND Online i The following function is not operational in all countries DISTRONIC PLUS uses additional information from your navigation system so that...

Page 185: ...t stop function Rthe bonnet is opened Select Park P X Shift the transmission to position P to pre vent the vehicle from rolling away DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated The warn ing message in the multifunction display disappears The horn will also sound at regular intervals if DISTRONIC PLUS is activated and you Rswitch the engine off open the driver s door and take off your seat belt Ropen the bonnet ...

Page 186: ...me span between one and two seconds With this func tion you can set the minimum distance that DISTRONIC PLUS keeps to the vehicle in front dependent on vehicle speed You can see this distance in the multifunction display Y page 185 i Make sure that you maintain a sufficient distance to the vehicle in front and comply with the minimum distance as required by law Adjust the distance to the vehicle i...

Page 187: ...sing the on board computer Y page 228 You will see the stored speed for approx imately five seconds when you activate DIS TRONIC PLUS After this time you will see the following in the multifunction display while DISTRONIC PLUS is activated Example vehicles with automatic transmission Vehicle in front if detected Specified minimum distance to the vehi cle in front adjustable Own vehicle DISTRONIC P...

Page 188: ...ed by DISTRONIC PLUS and a fault occurs in the system the Brake immediately message appears in the multifunction display Depress the brake pedal immediately so that the vehicle does not roll away DISTRONIC PLUS is then deac tivated and the message disappears Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUS General notes The following contains descriptions of certain road and traffic conditions in which you mu...

Page 189: ...at are crossing your lane Activat ing DISTRONIC PLUS at traffic lights with crossing traffic for example could cause your vehicle to pull away unintentionally Dynamic handling package with sports mode General notes The most important part of the dynamic han dling package with sports mode is the adjust able damping system This automatically con trols and adapts the suspension to the respective driv...

Page 190: ...the driver in the following situations Rwhen pulling away especially on steep slopes Rwhen manoeuvring on steep slopes Rwhen waiting in traffic The vehicle is kept stationary without the driver having to depress the brake pedal The braking effect is cancelled and the HOLD function is deactivated when you depress the accelerator pedal to pull away Important safety notes G WARNING When leaving the v...

Page 191: ...d the driver s seat belt is unfastened Rthe engine is switched off unless it is auto matically switched off by the ECO start stop function Rthe bonnet is opened Vehicles with manual transmission Brake immediately X Immediately depress the brake pedal firmly until the warning message in the multifunc tion display goes out This deactivates the HOLD function In vehicles with automatic transmission Se...

Page 192: ...X To cancel pull the left steering wheel shift paddle Y page 161 or X To confirm pull the right steering wheel shift paddle Y page 161 The RACE START available Depress accelerator message appears in the mul tifunction display i If you do not depress the accelerator pedal fully within two seconds RACE START is cancelled The RACE START not possible See Owner s Manual message appears in the multifunc...

Page 193: ...rs may not detect snow and objects which absorb ultrasonic sources Ultrasonic sources such as an automatic car wash a lorry s compressed air brakes or a pneumatic drill could cause PARK TRONIC to malfunction PARKTRONIC may not function correctly on uneven terrain PARKTRONIC is activated automatically if you Rswitch on the ignition Rshift to position D R or N on vehicles with automatic transmission...

Page 194: ...of lining in the rear compart ment Warning display for the front area Segments on the left hand side of the vehicle Segments on the right hand side of the vehicle Segments showing operational readiness The warning display for each side of the vehi cle is divided into five yellow and two red seg ments PARKTRONIC is operational if yellow segments showing operational readiness light up The gear lever...

Page 195: ...ds This indicates that you have now reached the minimum distance Deactivating activating PARKTRONIC Indicator lamp To deactivate activate PARKTRONIC If indicator lamp lights up PARKTRONIC is deactivated Parking Guidance is also deacti vated i PARKTRONIC is automatically activated when you turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock Towing a trailer Fold in the ball coupling if the trailer tow ...

Page 196: ... space is indicated by the parking symbol You receive steering instruc tions when parking You may also use PARK TRONIC Y page 191 Parking Guidance is only an aid It is not a substitute for your attention to the immediate surroundings The responsibility for safe manoeuvring and parking remains with you Make sure that there are no persons animals or objects in range while manoeuvring and parking G W...

Page 197: ...ile in operation the system inde pendently locates and measures parking spaces on both sides of the vehicle When driving at speeds below 30 km h you will see parking symbol as a status indicator in the instrument cluster When a parking space has been detected an arrow towards the right or the left also appears Parking Guidance only displays parking spaces on the front passenger side as standard Pa...

Page 198: ...oon as you hear a warning tone at the latest when PARKTRONIC sounds the continuous warning tone The Parking Guidance finished mes sage appears in the multifunction display and a tone sounds You may be asked to steer in a different direction and then change gear In this case further displays in the multifunction display will direct you to the final position X Manoeuvre if necessary X Always observe...

Page 199: ...ed at a qualified specialist workshop The field of vision and other functions of the reversing camera may be restricted due to additional accessories on the rear of the vehi cle e g licence plate holder bicycle rack View through the camera The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a mirror image as in the rear view mirror The reversing camera may show a distorted view of obstacles or show them i...

Page 200: ...r change your speed Warning and display messages in the multifunction display X Activate ATTENTION ASSIST using the on board computer Y page 229 If ATTENTION ASSIST is active you will be warned no sooner than 20 minutes after your journey has begun You then hear an inter mittent warning tone twice and the Atten tion Assist Drowsiness detected mes sage appears in the multifunction display X If nece...

Page 201: ...aximum permitted speed example Maximum permitted speed for vehicles for which the restriction in the additional sign is relevant example Additional character in fog Briefly showing detected traffic signs in the multifunction display X Activate the Speed Limit Assist warning function using the on board computer Y page 228 A traffic sign indicating a speed limit or the end of a speed limit appears i...

Page 202: ...to assist you when driv ing the radar sensor system must be opera tional Important safety notes Blind Spot Assist is only an aid It may fail to detect some vehicles and is no substitute for attentive driving Always ensure that there is sufficient distance to the side for other road users and obstacles G WARNING Blind Spot Assist does not react to vehicles Rovertaken too closely on the side placing...

Page 203: ... At speeds above 30 km h the indicator lamp goes out and Blind Spot Assist is operational If a vehicle is detected within the monitoring range of Blind Spot Assist at speeds above 30 km h warning lamp on the corre sponding side lights up red This warning always occurs when a vehicle enters the blind spot monitoring range from behind or from the side When you overtake a vehicle the warning only occ...

Page 204: ...unt road weather or traffic conditions Lane Keeping Assist is only an aid You are respon sible for the distance to the vehicle in front for vehicle speed for braking in good time and for staying in the lane G WARNING Lane Keeping Assist cannot always clearly identify lane markings In these cases Lane Keeping Assist may Rgive an unnecessary warning Rnot give a warning There is a risk of an accident...

Page 205: ...recognises certain con ditions and warns you accordingly The warning vibration occurs earlier if Ryou approach the outer lane marking on a bend Rthe road has very wide lanes e g a motor way Rthe system recognises solid lane markings The warning vibration occurs later if Rthe road has narrow lanes Ryou cut the corner on a bend Towing a trailer If you attach a trailer make sure that you have correct...

Page 206: ... or the sensors are obscured Rpoor visibility e g due to rain snow or spray Vehicles in the monitoring range are then not indicated Active Blind Spot Assist may not detect nar row vehicles such as motorcycles or bicy cles or may only detect them too late Active Blind Spot Assist monitors the area up to three metres behind your vehicle and directly next to your vehicle as shown in the diagram For t...

Page 207: ...n signals to change lanes and a vehicle is detected in the side monitoring range you receive a visual and acoustic collision warning You then hear a double warning tone and red warning lamp flashes If the turn signal remains on detected vehicles are indicated by the flash ing of red warning lamp There are no fur ther warning tones Course correcting brake application G WARNING A course correcting b...

Page 208: ...unted at the top of the windscreen Active Lane Keeping Assist detects lane markings on the road and warns you before you leave your lane unintentionally If you do not react to the warning a lane correcting application of the brakes can bring the vehicle back into the original lane Active Lane Keeping Assist camera If you select km in the Display unit Speed odometer function on the on board compute...

Page 209: ...y The warning vibration occurs earlier if Ryou approach the outer lane marking on a bend Rthe road has very wide lanes e g a motor way Rthe system recognises solid lane markings The warning vibration occurs later if Rthe road has narrow lanes Ryou cut the corner on a bend Lane correcting brake application G WARNING A lane correcting brake application cannot always bring the vehicle back into the o...

Page 210: ...e if Ryou steer slightly in the opposite direction Ryou use a turn signal Ryou clearly brake or accelerate A lane correcting brake application is inter rupted automatically if Ra driving safety system intervenes such as ESP PRE SAFE Brake or Active Blind Spot Assist Rlane markings are no longer be detected Activating Active Lane Keeping Assist X Activate Active Lane Keeping Assist using the on boa...

Page 211: ...t when using a carrier Depressing the brake pedal constantly results in excessive and premature wear to the brake pads If you exceed the maximum permissible nose weight of the trailer drawbar on the ball cou pling the following may become damaged Ryour vehicle Rthe trailer Rthe ball coupling Rthe trailer tow hitch The vehicle trailer combination could become unstable If the noseweight used is lowe...

Page 212: ...ith the load of the vehicle If necessary use a trailer with a height adjustable draw bar You will find fitting dimensions and loads under Technical data Y page 381 Driving tips i Observe the notes on ESP trailer stabi lisation Y page 76 The maximum permissible speed for vehicle trailer combinations depends on the type of trailer Before beginning the journey check the trailer s documents to see wha...

Page 213: ...e release wheel is located behind the left hand side trim panel in the boot G WARNING If the ball coupling is not correctly engaged the trailer can detach There is a risk of an accident Always engage the ball coupling as described G WARNING If you release the ball coupling or it does not engage correctly when folding in it will swing out Within pivoting range of the ball coupling there is an incre...

Page 214: ... Uncoupling a trailer G WARNING Vehicles with level control If you disconnect the trailer cable the vehicle is lowered This can cause you or others to become trapped between the vehicle body and tyres or underneath the vehicle This poses a risk of injury Make sure that no one is in the immediate vicinity of the wheel arch or underneath the vehicle when disconnecting the trailer cable Do not discon...

Page 215: ...erma nent power supply and with a power rating of up to 180 W to the power supply that is switched on via the ignition lock The trailer battery may not be charged from the power supply The trailer s permanent power supply is switched off in the event of low vehicle supply voltage and after six hours at the latest You can find more information about fitting the trailer electrics at a qualified spec...

Page 216: ...ecialist workshop Fitting the adapter Make sure that there is sufficient cable play so that the cable cannot become detached when cornering X Open the socket cover X Insert the plug connector with lug into groove on the socket Turn bayonet con nection clockwise to the stop X Let the cover engage X If you are using an adapter cable secure the cable to the trailer with cable ties 214 Towing a traile...

Page 217: ...216 Displays and operation 4 button multifunction steering wheel 216 Displays and operation 12 button multifunction steering wheel 219 Display messages 240 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 281 215 On board computer and displays ...

Page 218: ...nly shows messages or warnings from certain systems in the mul tifunction display You should therefore make sure your vehicle is operating safely at all times Otherwise a vehicle that is not oper ating safely may cause an accident For an overview see the instrument cluster illustration for vehicles with R4 button multifunction steering wheel Y page 34 R12 button multifunction steering wheel Y page...

Page 219: ...certain functions set at a qualified specialist workshop e g a Mercedes Benz Service Centre Examples Rautomatic door locking Rspeed limit for winter tyres You can obtain information about this at any Mercedes Benz Service Centre You can control the multifunction display and the settings in the on board computer using the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel Multifunction display W Increases...

Page 220: ...C button until the value has been reset Trip computer X Press the V button on the steering wheel repeatedly until the trip computer appears Distance Average speed Time Average fuel consumption X To reset the trip computer press and hold the C button on the steering wheel until the values have been reset Calling up the range X Press the V button on the steering wheel repeatedly until the approximat...

Page 221: ...nob is located on the bottom left of the instrument cluster Y page 37 X Turn the brightness control knob clockwise or anti clockwise If the light switch is set to Ã T or L the brightness is dependant upon the brightness of the ambient light i The light sensor in the instrument cluster automatically controls the brightness of the multifunction display In daylight the displays in the instrument clus...

Page 222: ... a vehicle in front The segments between the speed of the vehicle in front and the stored speed light up Operating the on board computer Overview The on board computer is activated as soon as you turn the key to position 1 in the ignition lock You can control the multifunction display and the settings in the on board computer using the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel Multifunction disp...

Page 223: ...ts the volume 8 RMute Back button Press briefly RBack RSwitches off LINGUATRONIC see the separate operating instructions RHides display messages calls up the last Trip menu function used RExits the telephone book redial memory Press and hold RCalls up the standard display in the Trip menu Multifunction display Values and settings as well as display mes sages are shown in the multifunction display ...

Page 224: ...avigation instructions Y page 224 RAudio menu Y page 225 RTel menu telephone Y page 226 RAssist menu assistance RService menu Y page 230 RSettings menu settings Y page 230 RAMG menu in AMG vehicles Y page 236 The Audio Navi and Tel menus differ slightly in vehicles with an audio system and in vehi cles with COMAND Online The examples given in this Owner s Manual apply to vehicles equipped with COM...

Page 225: ...on on the steer ing wheel to select the Trip menu X Press the 9 or button to select ECO DISPLAY If the ignition remains switched off for longer than four hours the ECO display will be auto matically reset For further information on the ECO display see Y page 171 Digital speedometer Gearshift recommendation manual trans mission Y page 158 or automatic trans mission Y page 163 Digital speedometer X ...

Page 226: ...he next change of direction Current road Symbol indicating follow the road s course Change of direction announced without a lane recommendation Road to which the change of direction leads Distance to change of direction and visual distance display Change of direction symbol When a change of direction is announced you will see symbol for the change of direction and distance graphic This shortens to...

Page 227: ...the 9 or button X To select a station from the station list press and briefly hold the 9 or button If no station list is received X To select a station using the station search press and briefly hold the 9 or button i For information on switching wavebands and storing stations see the separate oper ating instructions i DAB radio mode Digital Audio Broadcast ing see the separate operating instruc t...

Page 228: ... legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving X Switch on your mobile phone and audio system or COMAND Online see the sepa rate operating instructions X Place a mobile phone in the mobile phone bracket Y page 302 or establish a Blue tooth connection with the audio system or COMAND Online see the separate oper ating instructions X Press the or button on the steer ing wheel ...

Page 229: ... or a button to display the numbers X Press the 9 or button to select the number you want to dial X Press the 6 or a button to start dial ling or X To exit the telephone book press the or button Redialling The on board computer saves the last names or numbers dialled in the redial memory X Press the or button on the steer ing wheel to select the Tel menu X Press the 6 button to switch to the redia...

Page 230: ...ton Under certain conditions detected speed limits are shown in the multifunction dis play Y page 198 Activating deactivating the Speed Limit Assist message function X Press the or button on the steer ing wheel to select the Assist menu X Press the 9 or button to select Speed Lim Asst X Press the a button The multifunction display shows Speed Limit Assist X Press the button The current selection i...

Page 231: ...deacti vated message appears the radar sensor system is deactivated X Switch on the radar sensor system Y page 234 For more information on PRE SAFE Brake see Y page 77 Activating deactivating ATTENTION ASSIST X Press the or button on the steer ing wheel to select the Assist menu X Press the 9 or button to select Attention Assist X Press the a button The current selection is displayed X To activate...

Page 232: ...ing the tyre pressure electronically Y page 353 RCalling up the service due date Y page 312 Settings menu Introduction In the Settings menu you have the following options RChanging the instrument cluster settings Y page 230 RChanging the light settings Y page 231 RChanging the vehicle settings Y page 233 RChanging the auxiliary heating settings Y page 234 RChanging the convenience settings Y page ...

Page 233: ...will see the selected setting on or off X Press the a button to save the setting Selecting the permanent display function Vehicles for the United Kingdom this func tion is unavailable You can determine whether the multifunction display permanently shows your speed or the outside temperature X Press the or button on the steer ing wheel to select the Settings menu X Press the or 9 button to select t...

Page 234: ...s Setting for function You will see the selected setting Right side traffic or Left side traffic X Press the a button to save the setting If you change the setting conversion does not take place until the next time the vehi cle is stationary This function is only available on vehicles with the Intelligent Light System You can use this function to switch between symmetrical and asymmetrical dipped ...

Page 235: ...ting and delayed switch off exterior lighting are on the fol lowing light up Rside lamps Rfoglamps Rdipped beam headlamps Rdaytime driving lights Rsurround lighting in the exterior mirrors Activating deactivating the interior light ing delayed switch off If you activate the Lighting delayed sw off function the interior lighting remains on for 20 seconds after you remove the key from the ignition l...

Page 236: ...See Owner s Man You will see the selected setting on or off X Press the a button to save the setting The following systems are switched off when the radar sensor system is deactivated RDISTRONIC PLUS Y page 179 RBAS PLUS Y page 71 RPRE SAFE Brake Y page 77 RBlind Spot Assist Y page 200 RActive Blind Spot Assist Y page 203 Heating Auxiliary heating departure time Only vehicles with auxiliary heatin...

Page 237: ... active X Press a to confirm If a departure time is selected the yellow indicator lamp lights up on the auxiliary heating button Changing the departure time X Press the or button on the steer ing wheel to select the Settings menu X Press the or 9 button to select the Heating submenu X Press a to confirm You will see the selected setting X Press a to confirm X Press the or 9 button to select A B or...

Page 238: ... on the steer ing wheel to select the Settings menu X Press the or 9 button to select the Convenience submenu X Press a to confirm X Press the or 9 button to select the Auto fold in function If the Auto fold in function is activated the vehicle s exterior mirror is displayed in orange in the multifunction display X Press the a button to save the setting If you have switched the Auto fold in functi...

Page 239: ... ESP mode ON OFF or SPORT handling mode SPORT RACETIMER Displaying and starting the RACETIMER The RACETIMER is only intended for use on a closed race circuit Do not use the function on public roads You can use the RACETIMER to store lap times X Press or on the steering wheel to select the AMG menu X Press the 9 button repeatedly until the RACETIMER is shown i If the RACETIMER is selected the and b...

Page 240: ...aps If you switch off the engine the RACETIMER is reset to 0 after 30 seconds All laps are deleted You cannot delete individual stored laps If you have stopped 16 laps the current lap does not have to be reset X Reset the current lap X Press a to confirm Reset Reset Race Timer appears in the multi function display X Press the button to select Yes and press the a button to confirm All laps are dele...

Page 241: ...ress the 9 button repeatedly until the lap evaluation is shown Each lap is shown in a separate submenu The fastest lap is indicated by flashing sym bol Lap Lap time Average lap speed Lap length A Top speed during lap X Press the 9 or button to select a different lap evaluation Displays and operation 12 button multifunction steering wheel 239 On board computer and displays Z ...

Page 242: ...ge The display message is cleared X Vehicles with a 12 button multifunction steering wheel press a or on the steering wheel to clear the display message The display message is cleared The multifunction display shows high priority display messages in red Some high priority dis play messages cannot be hidden The multifunction display shows these messages continuously until the causes for the mes sag...

Page 243: ... memory X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the Service menu If there are display messages the multifunction display shows 2 messages for example X Press the 9 or button to select the entry e g 2 messages X Press a to confirm X Press the 9 or button to scroll through the display messages Display messages 241 On board computer and displays Z ...

Page 244: ...The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase If ESP is not operational ESP is unable to stabilise the vehicle The danger of skidding and having an accident increases X Carefully drive on a suitable stretch of road making slight steer ing movements at a speed above 20 km h If the display message disappears the functions mentioned above are available again If the display messa...

Page 245: ...ve failed In addition the å and warning lamps light up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone sounds G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally but without the functions listed above The front and rear wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard for example The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec ted The braking distance in an emergency braking sit...

Page 246: ...Check brake fluid level There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir In addition the red J warning lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone sounds G WARNING The braking efficiency may be impaired There is a risk of an accident X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions Do not continue driving unde...

Page 247: ...r for the rear seat belts Y page 58 6 Malfunction Work shop There is a malfunction in the SRS Supplemental Restraint Sys tem The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument clus ter G WARNING The airbags or belt tensioners may either be triggered uninten tionally or in the event of an accident may not be triggered This poses an increased risk of injury X Visit a qualified specialist workshop F...

Page 248: ...ng lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Left windowbag mal function wkshp or Right windowbag malfunction wkshp There is a malfunction in the left hand and or right hand window bag The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster G WARNING The left or right windowbag may either be triggered unintentionally or in the event of an accident ma...

Page 249: ...ing characteristics may be severely affec ted The braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situation If ESP is not operational ESP is unable to stabilise the vehicle There is an increased danger of skidding and risk of an accident X Carefully drive on a suitable stretch of road making slight steer ing movements at a speed above 20 km h If the display message disappears the functions m...

Page 250: ...unction hill start assist and ESP trailer stabi lisation are unavailable due to a malfunction The adaptive brake lights BAS PLUS and PRE SAFE Brake may also have failed In addition the å and warning lamps light up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone sounds G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally but without the functions listed above The front and rear wheels could there...

Page 251: ...heck brake fluid level There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir In addition the red J warning lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone sounds G WARNING The braking efficiency may be impaired There is a risk of an accident X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions Do not continue driving under...

Page 252: ... display message goes out PRE SAFE Brake is operational again If the display message does not disappear X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 169 X Clean the sensors in the radiator grille and the bumper Y page 322 X Restart the engine X AMG vehicles reactivate ESP Y page 75 PRE S...

Page 253: ...Restraint Sys tem The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument clus ter G WARNING The airbags or belt tensioners may either be triggered uninten tionally or in the event of an accident may not be triggered This poses an increased risk of injury X Visit a qualified specialist workshop For further information about the Supplemental Restraint System see Y page 49 6 Front left malfunc tion Cons...

Page 254: ... event of an accident may not be triggered This poses an increased risk of injury X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Lights 4 button multifunction steering wheel i Display messages about LEDs This display message will only appear if all the LEDs have failed Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions b Left cornering light or Right cor nering light The left or right hand cor...

Page 255: ...list workshop b Left mirror indica tor or Right mir ror indicator The turn signal in the left hand or right hand exterior mirror is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Third brake lamp The third brake lamp is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Tail brake lamp left or Tail brake lamp right The left or right hand tail lamp brake lamp is faulty X Check whether you are permi...

Page 256: ...left marker lamp or Rear right marker lamp The rear left or right side marker lamp is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Left daytime driv ing lamporRight daytime driving lamp The left hand or right hand daytime driving lamp is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Malfunction The exterior lighting is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Vehicles with trailer tow...

Page 257: ... yourself Y page 125 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Left dipped beam or Right dipped beam The left or right hand dipped beam headlamp is faulty X Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Y page 125 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Trailer left tail lamp or Trailer right tail lamp The left or right hand trailer tail lamp is faulty X Observe the separate...

Page 258: ...d brake lamp is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Left hand tail lamp brake lamp or Right hand tail lamp brake lamp The left or right hand tail lamp brake lamp is faulty X Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Y page 125 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Left main beamorRight main beam The left or right hand main beam headlamp is faulty X Check whet...

Page 259: ...op b Left daytime driv ing lamporRight daytime driving lamp The left hand or right hand daytime driving lamp is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Intell Light Sys tem inoperative The Intelligent Light System is faulty The lights remain available without the Intelligent Light System X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Malfunction See Owner s Manual The exterior lighting is faul...

Page 260: ...cts that the camera is fully operational again the Adaptive Highbeam Assist available again message is displayed Adaptive Highbeam Assist is operational again Engine 4 button multifunction steering wheel Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Coolant washer fluid The coolant level is too low X Top up the coolant observing the warning notes before doing so Y page 318 X If the...

Page 261: ...t the engine again until the display message goes out and the coolant temperature is below 120 The engine may otherwise be damaged X Pay attention to the coolant temperature display X If the temperature increases again visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately Under normal operating conditions and with the specified coolant level the coolant temperature may rise to 120 The battery is not b...

Page 262: ...pped into the reserve range Operation of the auxiliary heating is deactivated if the fuel level drops into the reserve range X Refuel at the nearest filling station C There is very little fuel in the fuel tank The auxiliary heating cannot be operated X Refuel at the nearest filling station without fail Replace air cleaner Vehicles with a diesel engine the engine air filter is dirty and must be rep...

Page 263: ...ARNING Never drive with an overheated engine Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the bonnet There is a risk of injury X Stop the vehicle immediately paying attention to road and traf fic conditions and switch off the engine...

Page 264: ...warning tone also sounds X Check the oil level when next refuelling at the latest Y page 316 X If necessary top up the engine oil Y page 317 X Have the engine checked at a qualified specialist workshop if the engine oil needs topping up more often than usual Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http bevo mercedes benz com ...

Page 265: ...water must be drained off X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Driving systems 4 button multifunction steering wheel Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions ë Off The HOLD function is deactivated The vehicle is skidding A warning tone also sounds X Reactivate the HOLD function later Y page 188 The HOLD function is deactivated When the brake pedal is firmly depressed an act...

Page 266: ... break During long journeys take regular breaks in good time so that you get enough rest À Attention Assist inoperative ATTENTION ASSIST is inoperative X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Speed Limit Assist currently unavail able See Owner s Manual Speed Limit Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative Possible causes Rthe windscreen is dirty in the camera s field of vision Rvisibility ...

Page 267: ...ve Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative Possible causes Rthe windscreen is dirty in the camera s field of vision Rvisibility is impaired due to heavy rain snow or fog Rthere are no lane markings for a longer period Rthe lane markings are worn dark or covered e g by dirt or snow Once the causes listed above no longer apply the display message goes out Lane Keeping Assist o...

Page 268: ...emitted by nearby TV or radio sta tions or other sources of electromagnetic radiation The yellow 9 indicator lamps also light up in the exterior mir rors Once the causes listed above no longer apply the display message goes out Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is operational again If the display message does not disappear X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible pay...

Page 269: ...lay at speeds below 30 km h X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Parking Guidance has been deactivated because you are no longer following the recommended path X Park again and while doing so observe the display messages in the multifunction display Parking Guidance finished The vehicle is parked A warning tone also sounds The display message disappears automatically DISTRONIC PLUS off DISTRONI...

Page 270: ...road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 169 X Clean the sensors in the radiator grille and the bumper Y page 322 X Restart the engine DISTRONIC PLUS inoperative DISTRONIC PLUS is faulty BAS PLUS and PRE SAFE Brake may also have failed A warning tone also sounds X Visit a qualified specialist workshop DISTRONIC PLUS inactive You have depressed the accelerator pe...

Page 271: ...ntrol has not been met You have tried to store a speed below 30 km h for example X If conditions permit drive faster than 30 km h and store the speed X Check the activation conditions for cruise control Y page 174 120 km h Maximum speed exceeded Only for certain countries the maximum speed has been excee ded In addition the multifunction display shows 120 km h X Drive more slowly Display messages ...

Page 272: ...hout making any sudden steering or braking manoeuvres Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 169 X Check the tyres and if necessary follow the instructions for a flat tyre Y page 330 X Check the tyre pressures and if necessary correct the tyre pressure X Restart the tyre pressure loss warning system when the tyre pressure is correct Y ...

Page 273: ...ge 169 X Check the tyres and if necessary follow the instructions for a flat tyre Y page 330 X Check the tyre pressures and if necessary correct the tyre pressure X Restart the tyre pressure loss warning system when the tyre pressure is correct Y page 351 Run Flat Indicator then restart Run Flat Indicator The tyre pressure loss warning system generated a display mes sage and has not been restarted...

Page 274: ...olling away Y page 169 X Check the tyres and if necessary follow the instructions for a flat tyre Y page 330 X Check the tyre pressure Y page 353 X If necessary correct the tyre pressure Warning tyre defect The tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped suddenly The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display G WARNING If you drive with a flat tyre there is a risk of the following...

Page 275: ...re pressure monitor is deactivated X Fit wheels with suitable tyre pressure sensors The tyre pressure monitor is activated automatically after driv ing for a few minutes Tyre pressure mon itor inoperative The tyre pressure monitor is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Vehicle 4 button multifunction steering wheel Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions To start en...

Page 276: ...eft alarm system the bonnet is open A warning tone also sounds G WARNING The open bonnet may then block your view when the vehicle is in motion There is a risk of an accident X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 169 X Close the bonnet C At least one door is open A warning tone al...

Page 277: ...ualified specialist workshop X If you are unable to steer safely do not drive on Contact the nearest qualified specialist workshop Top up washer fluid The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum X Top up the washer fluid Y page 318 Vehicle 12 button multifunction steering wheel Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions To start engine shif...

Page 278: ...a risk of an accident X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 169 X Close the bonnet If the active bonnet pedestrian protection has been triggered X Reset the bonnet Y page 314 X Close the bonnet Active bonnet mal function See Own er s Manual The active bonnet pedestrian protection ...

Page 279: ...nk The auxiliary heating cannot be switched on Y page 141 X Refuel at the nearest filling station inoperative See Owner s Manual The auxiliary heating has a temporary malfunction or is faulty X When the vehicle is on a level surface and the engine has cooled down make up to four attempts to switch on the auxiliary heat ing waiting several minutes between each attempt Y page 141 X If the auxiliary ...

Page 280: ...batteries of the KEYLESS GO key are discharged X Change the batteries Y page 85 Key not detected Red display message The KEYLESS GO key is not in the vehicle A warning tone also sounds If the engine is switched off you can no longer lock the vehicle centrally or start the engine X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the...

Page 281: ...YLESS GO is temporarily malfunctioning or is defective A warn ing tone also sounds X Insert the key into the ignition lock and turn it to the desired position X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Close doors to lock veh At least one door is open A warning tone also sounds X Close all doors and lock the vehicle again Key 12 button multifunction steering wheel Display messages Possible causes con...

Page 282: ... Y page 169 X Operate the vehicle with the key in the ignition lock if necessary Â Key not detected white display mes sage The KEYLESS GO key cannot be detected at present X Change the location of the key with the KEYLESS GO functions in the vehicle If the KEYLESS GO key is still not detected X Operate the vehicle with the key in the ignition lock if necessary Â Key still in vehi cle The KEYLESS G...

Page 283: ...their seat belt X Fasten your seat belt Y page 57 The warning lamp goes out There are objects on the front passenger seat X Remove the objects from the front passenger seat and stow them in a secure place The warning lamp goes out ü The red seat belt warn ing lamp flashes and an intermittent audible warning sounds The driver or passenger has not fastened their seat belt At the same time the car is...

Page 284: ...n BAS Brake Assist BAS PLUS ESP Electronic Stability Program PRE SAFE PRE SAFE Brake the HOLD func tion hill start assist the adaptive brake lights and ESP trailer stabilisation are also deactivated for example ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally but without the functions listed above The wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard for exampl...

Page 285: ...ons listed above The front and rear wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard for example The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec ted The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase If ESP is not operational ESP is unable to stabilise the vehicle There is a risk of an accident X Carefully drive on a suitable stretch of road making slight steer ing...

Page 286: ...Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop J å The red brake warning lamp the yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamps and the yellow ABS warning lamp are lit while the engine is running ABS and ESP are not available due to a fault Therefore BAS BAS PLUS EBD PRE SAFE PRE SAFE Brake the HOLD function hill start assist the adaptive brake lights and ESP trailer stabilisa tion for example ...

Page 287: ... is switched off ESP is unable to stabilise the vehicle The danger of skidding and having an accident increases X Reactivate ESP Exceptions Y page 73 X Adapt your driving style to suit the road and weather conditions If ESP cannot be activated X Drive on carefully X Have ESP checked at a qualified specialist workshop M AMG vehicles only The yellow SPORT han dling mode warning lamp is lit while the...

Page 288: ...s deactivated G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally but without the functions listed above The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can thus increase If ESP is not operational ESP is unable to stabilise the vehicle The danger of skidding and having an accident increases X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display X Drive on carefully X V...

Page 289: ...ve on a suitable stretch of road making slight steer ing movements at a speed above 20 km h The functions mentioned above are available again when the warning lamp goes out If the warning lamp is still on X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 6 The red SRS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running T...

Page 290: ...not be checked 8 The yellow reserve fuel warning lamp lights up while the engine is run ning The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range Operation of the auxiliary heating is deactivated if the fuel level drops into the reserve range X Refuel at the nearest filling station The red coolant warn ing lamp lights up while the engine is running and the coolant tem perature gauge is at the start o...

Page 291: ...ature is below 120 you can continue driving to the nearest qualified specialist workshop X Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so e g driving in mountainous terrain and stop start traffic The red coolant warn ing lamp comes on while the engine is run ning A warning tone also sounds The coolant temperature has exceeded 120 The airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the coolant level...

Page 292: ...causes consequences and M Solutions The red distance warn ing lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion G WARNING The distance to the vehicle in front is too small for the speed selected There is a risk of an accident X Increase the distance The red distance warn ing lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion A warning tone also sounds G WARNING You are approaching a vehicle or a stationary...

Page 293: ...or braking manoeuvres Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 169 X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display X Check the tyres and if necessary follow the instructions for a flat tyre Y page 330 X Check the tyre pressure Y page 353 X If necessary correct the tyre pressure h The yellow tyre pres sure monitor w...

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Page 295: ...Useful information 294 Loading guidelines 294 Stowage areas 294 Features 299 293 Stowing and features ...

Page 296: ...e following notes when transporting a load Rwhen transporting a load never exceed the maximum permissible gross vehicle weight or the permissible axle loads for the vehicle including occupants Rthe boot is the preferred place to carry objects Rposition heavy loads as far forwards as pos sible and as low down in the boot as pos sible Rthe load must not protrude above the upper edge of the seat back...

Page 297: ... and turn it 90 anti clockwise to position 1 i The glove compartment can be cooled Y page 146 Stowage compartment in the centre con sole X To open slide cover in the direction of the arrow Stowage compartment telephone com partment under the armrest X To open press left hand button or right hand button The stowage compartment opens i Depending on the vehicle s equipment a USB port and an AUX IN ja...

Page 298: ...restrained by the seat backrest This poses an increased risk of injury Before every trip make sure that the seat backrests and the rear bench seat rear seat are engaged before every trip Observe the loading guidelines Y page 294 The left hand and right hand rear seat backr ests can be folded down separately to increase the boot capacity Folding the seat backrest forwards i Vehicles with memory fun...

Page 299: ...ads RObserve the loading guidelines Y page 294 RSecure the load using the lashing eyelets RDistribute the load on the lashing eyelets evenly RDo not use elastic straps or nets to secure a load as these are only intended as an anti slip protection for light loads RDo not route lashing materials across sharp edges or corners RPad sharp edges for protection There are four lashing eyelets in the boot ...

Page 300: ...bserve the maximum roof load and adapt your driving style Mercedes Benz recommends that you only use roof carriers that have been tested and approved for Mercedes Benz vehicles This helps to prevent damage to the vehi cle Position the load on the roof carrier in such a way that the vehicle will not sustain dam age even when it is in motion Depending on the vehicle equipment ensure that when the ro...

Page 301: ...drinks could otherwise spill Cup holder in the front centre console Cup holders Cover X To open slide cover back Removing and fitting the cup holder Removing X Pry groove away carefully on the front passenger side using a suitable tool until lug becomes visible X Pull the cup holder upwards slightly to the stop X Pry groove away carefully on the driver s side using a suitable tool At the same time...

Page 302: ... mirror A Mirror cover Vanity mirror in the sun visor Mirror light only functions if the sun visor is clipped into retainer and mirror cover A has been folded up Glare from the side X Fold down the sun visor X Pull the sun visor out of retainer X Swing the sun visor to the side Ashtray Front ashtray The stowage space under the ashtray is not heat resistant Before placing lit ciga rettes in the ash...

Page 303: ...the cigarette lighter In addition flammable materials can ignite if Rthe hot cigarette lighter falls Ra child holds the hot cigarette lighter to objects for example There is a risk of fire and injury Always hold the cigarette lighter by the knob Always make sure that the cigarette lighter is out of reach of children Never leave children unattended in the vehicle Your attention must always be focus...

Page 304: ...rette lighter X Pull cover out by its top edge X Lift up the cover of socket Mobile phone Important safety notes G WARNING Operating mobile communications equip ment while driving distracts you from paying attention to traffic conditions This could also cause you to lose control of the vehicle There is a risk of an accident Use this device only when the vehicle is sta tionary i You must observe th...

Page 305: ...ilable when you use the phone depend on your mobile phone model and service provider Using a mobile phone If the mobile phone is inserted in the mobile phone bracket the mobile phone will be charged and connected with the exterior aer ial X Open the telephone compartment Y page 295 X Place the mobile phone bracket into the pre installed fitting see the separate installation instructions for the mo...

Page 306: ...re information on HomeLink and or compatible products is available Rat a qualified specialised workshop Rvia the HomeLink Hotline 0 08000 466 354 65 or alternatively 49 0 6838 907 277 Ron the Internet at http www homelink com Programming Programming buttons Observe the Important safety notes Y page 304 Integrated garage door opener in the rear view mir ror Garage door remote control A is not part ...

Page 307: ... door opener until the door closes The rolling code synchronisation is then complete Problems when programming If you have problems when programming the integrated garage door opener please note the following RCheck the transmitter frequency of garage door drive remote control A This can usu ally be found on the back of the remote control RReplace the batteries in garage door remote control A This...

Page 308: ... num ber Frequency range MHz AD Andorra 20 July 2005 MHz 27 30 40 433 868 AT Austria Article 6 of Directive 1999 5 EC R TTE 18 May 05 MHz 27 40 433 868 BE Belgium Article 6 of Directive 1999 5 EC R TTE 18 May 05 MHz 27 40 433 868 Country Radio type approval num ber Frequency range MHz BG Bulga ria Article 6 of Directive 1999 5 EC R TTE 12 April 07 MHz 27 40 433 868 CH Switzer land Article 6 of Dir...

Page 309: ...icle 6 of Directive 1999 5 EC R TTE 18 May 05 MHz 27 40 433 868 Country Radio type approval num ber Frequency range MHz IS Iceland Article 6 of Directive 1999 5 EC R TTE 18 May 05 MHz 27 40 433 868 IT Italy DGPGSR II 347487 FOR 15347 DGPGSR II 347487 FOR 15348 DGPGSR II 347487 FOR 15350 DGPGSR II 347487 FOR 15357 DGPGSR II 347487 FOR 15358 DGPGSR II 347487 FOR 15359 MHz 27 40 433 868 LI Liechten s...

Page 310: ...Hz 27 40 433 868 SI Slovenia Article 6 of Directive 1999 5 EC R TTE 500 1 2005 437 9 May 05 MHz 27 40 433 868 Country Radio type approval num ber Frequency range MHz SK Slova kia Article 6 of Directive 1999 5 EC R TTE Slovak 206 11 2005 4 May 05 MHz 27 40 433 868 UK United Kingdom Article 6 of Directive 1999 5 EC R TTE 18 May 05 MHz 27 40 418 433 868 Africa Country Radio type approval num ber Freq...

Page 311: ...ia Country Radio type approval num ber Frequency range MHz AU Aus tralia 28 June 2005 MHz 27 30 40 433 868 NZ New Zealand 20 March 06 MHz 27 30 40 433 Floormat on the driver s side G WARNING Objects in the driver s footwell may restrict the clearance around the pedals or block a depressed pedal This jeopardises the oper ating and road safety of the vehicle There is a risk of an accident Stow all o...

Page 312: ... inside of the windows can interfere with radio mobile telephone reception This is particularly the case for conductive or metallic coated films You can obtain information about anti glare film from a qualified specialist workshop 310 Features Stowing and features ...

Page 313: ...Useful information 312 ASSYST PLUS 312 Engine compartment 313 Care 319 311 Maintenance and care ...

Page 314: ...tands for a minor service and B for a major service A number or another letter may be displayed after the letter This figure indicates any necessary additional maintenance work to be performed If you notify a qualified specialist workshop of this display you will receive a statement on the associated costs The ASSYST PLUS service interval display does not take into account any periods of time duri...

Page 315: ...icle is operated under increased loads Further information can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop e g a Mercedes Benz Service Centre Driving abroad An extensive Mercedes Benz Service network is also available in other countries The Service Hotline s current telephone numbers for use when you are abroad are to be found in the Mercedes Benz Service24h section of the Service Booklet Engin...

Page 316: ...eases the clear ance to hard components such as the engine If active bonnet has been triggered it will be raised at the back by about 50 mm Lids will then no longer rest on housings You can reset a triggered active bonnet your self Even if the active bonnet has been triggered you can still continue driving and have it reset at a qualified specialist workshop If you pull the bonnet release lever yo...

Page 317: ...nd only touch the following compo nents G WARNING When the bonnet is open and the windscreen wipers are set in motion you can be injured by the wiper linkage There is a risk of injury Always switch off the windscreen wipers and the ignition before opening the bonnet Make sure that the windscreen wipers are not folded away from the windscreen Oth erwise you could damage the windscreen wipers or the...

Page 318: ...erature Rif the engine is not at normal operating temperature e g if the engine was only started briefly wait about 30 minutes before carrying out the measurement Checking the oil level using the oil dip stick G WARNING Certain components in the engine compart ment could be very hot e g the engine the radiator and parts of the exhaust system There is a risk of injury when accessing the engine comp...

Page 319: ...y use engine oils and oil filters that have been approved for vehicles with a service system You can obtain a list of the engine oils and oil filters tested and approved in accordance with the Mercedes Benz Specifications for Service Products at any Mercedes Benz Service Centre Damage to the engine or exhaust system is caused by the following Rusing engine oils and oil filters that have not been s...

Page 320: ...y turn cap half a turn anti clock wise and allow excess pressure to escape X Turn cap further anti clockwise and remove it If the coolant is at the level of marker bar in the filler neck when cold there is enough coolant in coolant expansion tank If the coolant level is approximately 1 5 cm above marker bar in the filler neck when warm there is enough coolant in coolant expansion tank X If necessa...

Page 321: ...ed period straight after cleaning it particularly after having cleaned the wheels with wheel cleaner Wheel cleaners could cause increased corrosion of the brake discs and brake pads linings For this reason you should drive for a few minutes after clean ing Braking heats the brake discs and the brake pads linings thus drying them The vehicle can then be parked up Regular care of your vehicle is a c...

Page 322: ...remove all traces of road salt deposits carefully and as soon as possible High pressure cleaning equipment G WARNING The water jet of circular jet nozzles dirt grind ers can cause damage not visible from the outside to tyres or chassis components Com ponents damaged in this way can unexpect edly fail There is a risk of an accident Do not use high pressure cleaners with circu lar jet nozzles to cle...

Page 323: ...k shiny The following may cause the paint to become shiny and thus reduce the matt effect RVigorous rubbing with unsuitable mate rials RFrequent use of car washes RWashing the vehicle in direct sunlight Never use paint cleaner buffing or pol ishing products or gloss preserver e g wax These products are only suitable for high gloss surfaces Their use on vehicles with matt finish leads to considerab...

Page 324: ...uld be damaged if the wiper arm hits against it suddenly X Fold the wiper arms away from the wind screen X Clean the wiper blades carefully using a damp cloth X Fold the windscreen wipers back again before switching on the ignition Cleaning the exterior lighting Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths that are suitable for plastic lenses Unsuitable cleaning agents or cleaning cloths could scra...

Page 325: ... winter and after washing X Clean the exhaust tail pipes with a chrome care product tested and approved by Mercedes Benz Cleaning the trailer tow hitch H Environmental note Dispose of oily and greasy cloths in an envi ronmentally responsible manner Do not clean the ball coupling with a high pressure cleaner Do not use solvents Observe the note on care provided by the trailer manufacturer The ball ...

Page 326: ... This maintains the high quality look of the surfaces X Wipe the plastic trim with a damp lint free cloth e g a microfibre cloth X Heavy soiling use car care and cleaning products recommended and approved by Mercedes Benz The surface may change colour tempora rily Wait until the surface is dry again Cleaning the steering wheel and gear or selector lever X Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use l...

Page 327: ...nd always wipe entire seat sections to avoid leaving visible lines Leave the seat to dry afterwards Cleaning results depend on the type of dirt and how long it has been there RClean Alcantara covers with a damp cloth Make sure that you wipe entire seat sections to avoid leaving visible lines Cleaning the seat belts G WARNING Seat belts may be severely weakened if bleached or coloured This may lead...

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Page 329: ...Useful information 328 Where will I find 328 Flat tyre 330 Battery vehicle 334 Jump starting 338 Towing and tow starting 340 Electrical fuses 343 327 Breakdown assistance ...

Page 330: ...ecured on the inside of the boot lid X Open the boot lid X Press warning triangle holder up in the direction of the arrow open it and remove the warning triangle Setting up the warning triangle X Fold feet down and out to the side X Fold side reflectors upwards to form a triangle and lock them at the top using press stud First aid kit Depending on the vehicle s equipment the first aid kit is locat...

Page 331: ...under the boot floor i Apart from some country specific var iants vehicles are not equipped with tyre changing tools Some tools for changing a wheel are specific to the vehicle For more information on which tools are required to perform a wheel change on your vehicle consult a qualified specialist workshop Necessary tyre changing tools can include for example RJack RWheel chock RWheel wrench RRatc...

Page 332: ...pen the driver s do or The on board electronics have status 0 which is the same as the key having been removed X Vehicles with KEYLESS GO remove the Start Stop button from the ignition lock Y page 149 X All occupants must get out of the vehicle Make sure that they are not endangered as they do so X Make sure that no one is near the danger area while a wheel is being changed Any one who is not dire...

Page 333: ...tyre a standard tyre may be used as a temporary measure Make sure that you use the proper size and type summer or winter tyre i Vehicles with MOExtended tyres are not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory It is therefore recommended that you addi tionally equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you fit tyres that do not feature run flat characteristics e g winter tyres A TIREFIT kit can be o...

Page 334: ...mouth out thoroughly and drink plenty of water Do not induce vomiting and seek medical attention immediately RImmediately change out of clothing which has come into contact with tyre sealant RIf an allergic reaction occurs seek medical attention immediately Do not operate the tyre inflation com pressor for longer than eight minutes at a time without a break It may otherwise overheat The tyre infla...

Page 335: ...after five minutes X Switch off the tyre inflation compressor X Unscrew the filler hose from the valve of the faulty tyre X Very slowly drive forwards or reverse approximately 10 m X Pump up the tyre again After a maximum of five minutes the tyre pressure must be at least180 kPa 1 8 bar 26 psi G WARNING If the required tyre pressure is not reached after the specified time the tyre is too badly dam...

Page 336: ... To reduce the tyre pressure depress pressure release button E next to pres sure gauge F X Stow the tyre sealant bottle the tyre infla tion compressor and the warning triangle X Drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop and have the tyre changed there X Have the tyre sealant bottle replaced as soon as possible at a qualified specialist workshop H Environmental note Have the used tyre seal...

Page 337: ...ttery produ ces hydrogen gas If a short circuit occurs or sparks are created the hydrogen gas can ignite There is a risk of an explosion RMake sure that the positive terminal of a connected battery does not come into con tact with vehicle parts RNever place metal objects or tools on a bat tery RIt is important that you observe the descri bed order of the battery terminals when connecting and disco...

Page 338: ...lothing Wear suitable protective clothing in particular gloves an apron and a face mask Immediately rinse acid splashes off with clean water Consult a doc tor if necessary Wear eye protection Keep children away Observe this Owner s Manual In order for the battery to achieve the maxi mum possible service life it must always be sufficiently charged Have the battery charge checked more fre quently if...

Page 339: ...cle or charging the battery gases can escape from the battery There is a risk of an explosion Allow the frozen battery to thaw out before charging it or jump starting Only charge the installed battery with a battery charger which has been tested and approved by Mercedes Benz These battery chargers allow the battery to be charged while still installed in the vehicle Only use battery chargers with a...

Page 340: ... battery terminals when connecting and disconnecting a battery RWhen jump starting make sure that the battery poles with identical polarity are connected RIt is particularly important to observe the described order when connecting and disconnecting the jump leads RNever connect or disconnect the battery terminals while the engine is running G WARNING Non combusted fuel can collect in the exhaust s...

Page 341: ...e X Manual transmission depress the clutch pedal fully and shift to neutral X Automatic transmission move the selector lever to P X Switch off all electrical consumers e g rear window heating lighting etc X Open the bonnet Position number B identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump starting device X Slide cover of positive terminal in the direction of the arrow X Co...

Page 342: ...ot be greater than the per missible gross weight of your vehicle Information on your vehicle s gross vehicle weight rating can be found on the vehicle identification plate Y page 372 If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD function is activated the vehicle brakes automati cally in certain situations To prevent dam age to the vehicle deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD function in the follow ing or other ...

Page 343: ...the ball coupling Y page 211 and secure the towbar to it X Remove the towing eye from the vehicle tool kit Y page 329 The brackets for the screw in towing eyes are located in the bumpers They are under the covers at the front and at the rear on vehicles without a trailer coupling On vehicles with a trailer coupling the bracket is at the front under the cover X Remove cover from the opening X Screw...

Page 344: ... 2 in the ignition lock X Move the selector lever to N As soon as the vehicle is loaded X Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by applying the parking brake X Vehicles with manual transmission depress the clutch pedal fully and engage first or reverse gear X Vehicles with automatic transmission move the selector lever to P X Turn the key in the ignition lock to position 0 and remove the key from ...

Page 345: ... the colour and fuse rating The fuse ratings are listed in the fuse allocation chart If the newly inserted fuse also blows have the cause traced and rectified at a qualified spe cialist workshop e g a Mercedes Benz Service Centre Before replacing a fuse X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 169 X Switch off all electrical consumers X Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition lock and r...

Page 346: ...t the rear of the fuse box into the retainer X Fold down cover and close clamps X Secure lines in the guides X Close the bonnet Fuse box in the boot Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open When closing the cover make sure that it is lying correctly on the fuse box Moisture seeping in or dirt could otherwise impair the operation of the fuses X Open the boot lid X To...

Page 347: ...ormation 346 Important safety notes 346 Operation 347 Winter operation 348 Tyre pressure 350 Changing a wheel 356 Fitting a wheel 357 Wheel and tyre combinations 361 Emergency spare wheel 365 345 Wheels and tyres ...

Page 348: ...wheel or consult a qualified specialist workshop Tyres with run flat characteristics Rpay attention to the information and warn ing notices on MOExtended tyres tyres with run flat characteristics Accessories that are not approved for your vehicle by Mercedes Benz or that are not being used correctly can impair operating safety Before purchasing and using non approved accessories visit a qualified ...

Page 349: ...mage at least once a month as well as after driving off road or on rough roads Damaged wheels can cause a loss of tyre pressure Pay particular attention to damage such as cuts in the tyres punctures tears in the tyres bulges on tyres deformation or severe corrosion on wheels RRegularly check the tyre tread depth and the condition of the tread across the whole width of the tyre Y page 347 If neces ...

Page 350: ...With MOExtended tyres tyres with run flat characteristics you can continue to drive your vehicle even if there is a total loss of pressure in one or more tyres Only use MOExtended tyres in conjunction with an activated tyre pressure loss warning system or tyre pressure monitoring system and only on tyres specifically inspected by Mercedes Benz i Vehicles with MOExtended tyres are not equipped with...

Page 351: ...are wheel see Y page 365 Snow chains G WARNING If you have fitted snow chains to the front wheels they may scrape against the vehicle body or chassis components This could cause damage to the vehicle or the tyres There is a risk of an accident To avoid hazardous situations Rnever fit snow chains on the front wheels Rfit snow chains to the rear wheels in pairs Vehicles with steel wheels if you wish...

Page 352: ...tion please refer to the vehi cle s registration documents The tyre pressures specified on the fuel filler flap apply to all tyres approved for this vehi cle if not stated otherwise If a tyre size precedes a tyre pressure the following tyre pressure information is only valid for that tyre size To test tyre pressure use a suitable pressure gauge The outer appearance of a tyre does not permit any re...

Page 353: ... not apply to vehicles towing a trailer This improves the ride comfort of your vehi cle however the fuel consumption may increase slightly H Environmental note Check the tyre pressure regularly at least every 14 days Tyre pressure loss warning system General notes While the vehicle is in motion the tyre pres sure loss warning system monitors the set tyre pressure using the rotational speed of the ...

Page 354: ...el X Make sure that the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock X Press the V button to select Tyre pressure Menu R X Press the C button The RFI active Restart R message appears in the multifunction display X Press the C button The Tyre press OK message appears in the multifunction display If you wish to confirm the restart X Press the W button The Run Flat Indicator restarted message appears in...

Page 355: ...g situation must first be taught in to the tyre pressure monitor If there is a substantial loss of pressure the warning threshold for the warning message is aligned to the reference values taught in Restart the tyre pressure monitor after adjusting to the cold tyre pressure Y page 355 The current pressures are saved as new reference values This will ensure that a warning message will only appear i...

Page 356: ...ed after a few minutes of driving message appears After a teach in period the tyre pressure monitor automatically recognises new wheels or new sensors As long as a clear allocation of the tyre pressure values to the individual wheels is not possible the Tyre pressure monitor active display mes sage is shown instead of the tyre pressure display The tyre pressures are already being monitored i If a ...

Page 357: ...on The multifunction display shows the cur rent tyre pressure for the individual tyres or the Tyre pressures will be dis played after a few minutes of driv ing message X Press the button The Use current pressures as new reference values message appears in the multifunction display If you wish to confirm the restart X Press the a button The Tyre press monitor restarted message appears in the multif...

Page 358: ...er the general operating permit invalid Observe the instructions and safety notes in the Fitting a wheel section Y page 357 The wear patterns on the front and rear tyres differ depending on the operating conditions Interchange the wheels before a clear wear pattern has formed on the tyres Front tyres typically wear more on the shoulders and the rear tyres in the centre On vehicles that have the sa...

Page 359: ...n from the ignition lock Y page 149 X If a trailer is coupled to the vehicle uncou ple it X If included in the vehicle equipment remove the tyre change tool kit from the vehicle X Secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling away i Apart from some country specific var iants vehicles are not equipped with tyre changing tools Some tools for changing a wheel are specific to the vehicle For more info...

Page 360: ...gned only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed It is not suited for per forming maintenance work under the vehi cle Ravoid changing the wheel on uphill and downhill slopes Rbefore raising the vehicle secure it from rolling away by applying the parking brake and positioning wheel chocks Never release the parking brake while the vehicle is raised Rthe jack mu...

Page 361: ...tyre is raised a max imum of 3 cm off the ground Removing a wheel Do not place wheel bolts in sand or dirt The threads of the wheel bolts and wheel hubs could otherwise be damaged when the bolts are tightened X Unscrew the wheel bolts X Remove the wheel Fitting a new wheel G WARNING Oiled or greased wheel bolts or damaged wheel bolts hub threads can cause the wheel bolts to come loose As a result ...

Page 362: ...specified tightening torque There is a risk of accident Have the tightening torque immediately checked at a qualified specialist workshop after a wheel is changed X Turn the crank of the jack anti clockwise until the vehicle is once again standing firmly on the ground X Place the jack to one side X Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a cross wise pattern in the sequence indicated to A The tightening...

Page 363: ...ded tyres As a result Mercedes Benz cannot guarantee vehicle safety if retreaded tyres are fitted Do not fit used tyres if you have no information about their previous usage Large wheels the lower the section width for a certain wheel size the lower the ride comfort is on poor road surfaces Roll com fort and suspension comfort are reduced and the risk of damage to the wheels and tyres as a result ...

Page 364: ...V6 C 250 Sport C 250 CDI Sport V7 C 63 AMG i Not all wheel tyre combinations can be fitted at the factory in all countries 362 Wheel and tyre combinations Wheels and tyres ...

Page 365: ... RA 225 40 R18 92 Y XL10 245 35 R18 92 Y XL9 10 7 5 J x 18 H2 ET 47 8 5 J x 18 H2 ET 58 FA RA 225 40 R18 92 Y XL10 255 35 R18 94 Y XL9 10 11 7 5 J x 18 H2 ET 47 8 5 J x 18 H2 ET 54 FA RA 225 40 R18 92 Y XL10 255 35 R18 94 Y XL9 10 11 8 0 J x 18 H2 ET 50 8 5 J x 18 H2 ET 54 7 Not in combination with sports suspension code 486 or dynamic handling package code 483 8 MOExtended tyres tyres with run fl...

Page 366: ...7 H2 ET 46 5 BA 225 45 R17 91 H M Si 7 5 J x 17 H2 ET 47 BA 225 45 R17 91 H M Si MOExtended8 7 5 J x 17 H2 ET 47 BA 225 40 R18 92 H XL M Si10 7 5 J x 18 H2 ET 47 BA 225 40 R18 92 V XL M Si10 8 0 J x 18 H2 ET 45 BA 225 40 R18 92 H XL M Si10 8 0 J x 18 H2 ET 50 9 Use of snow chains is not permitted Observe the notes in the Snow chains section 10 Observe notes on Large wheels in the Wheel tyre combin...

Page 367: ...ted to emergency spare wheels General notes You should regularly check the pressure of all your tyres including the emergency spare wheel particularly prior to long trips and cor rect the pressure as necessary Y page 350 The applicable value is found on the wheel or under Technical data Y page 361 i If you are driving with the collapsible emergency spare wheel fitted the tyre pressure loss warning...

Page 368: ...e boot floor upwards Y page 298 X To remove the spare wheel or Minispare emergency spare wheel remove vehicle tool kit tray X Turn stowage tray anti clockwise and remove it X Remove the spare wheel or Minispare emergency spare wheel Observe the instructions and safety notes in the Fitting a wheel section Y page 356 366 Emergency spare wheel Wheels and tyres ...

Page 369: ...kPa 4 2 bar 61 psi 3 5 B x 18 H2 ET 20 Your vehicle may be equipped with TIREFIT or a Minispare emergency spare wheel depend ing on the country the engine and the wheels fitted i The specified tyre pressure is printed in yellow on the emergency spare wheel 12 Use of snow chains not permitted Observe the notes in the Snow chains section 13 No spare tyre possible Observe the notes on TIREFIT in the ...

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Page 371: ...Useful information 370 Information on technical data 370 Vehicle electronics 370 Identification plates 372 Service products and capacities 372 Vehicle data 380 Trailer tow hitch 381 369 Technical data ...

Page 372: ...pered with or not properly retrofitted the electromagnetic radi ation they emit can interfere with the vehicle electronics This may jeopardise the opera tional safety of the vehicle There is a risk of an accident You should have all work on electrical and electronic components carried out at a quali fied specialist workshop G WARNING If you use the RF transmitter in the vehicle in an improper way ...

Page 373: ...o equipment use the power supply or aerial connections intended for use with the basic wiring Be sure to observe the manufacturer s additional instructions when installing Deviations with respect to wavebands maxi mum transmission outputs or aerial positions must be approved by Mercedes Benz The maximum transmission output PEAK at the base of the aerial must not exceed the following values Waveban...

Page 374: ...here You can find the data applica ble to your vehicle on the vehicle s identi fication plate VIN X Slide the right hand front seat to its rear most position X Fold floor covering upwards You will see VIN The VIN can also be found on the vehicle identification plate Y page 372 Engine number The engine number is stamped onto the crankcase You can obtain further informa tion from any qualified speci...

Page 375: ...net at http bevo mercedes benz com Fuel Important safety notes G WARNING Fuel is highly flammable If you handle fuel incorrectly there is a risk of fire and explo sion You must avoid fire naked flames creating sparks and smoking Switch off the engine and if applicable the auxiliary heating before refuelling G WARNING Fuels are poisonous and hazardous to health There is a danger of injury Do not sw...

Page 376: ...ou can obtain fur ther information from any Mercedes Benz Service Centre Usually you will find information about the fuel grade on the pump If you cannot find the label on the petrol pump ask the filling sta tion staff i E10 fuel contains up to 10 bioethanol Your vehicle is suitable for use with E10 fuel You can refuel your vehicle using E10 fuel i C 180 BlueEFFICIENCY as a temporary measure if th...

Page 377: ...d with additives recommended by Mercedes Benz Observe the instruc tions for use in the product description More information about recommended additives can be obtained from any Mercedes Benz Service Centre Mercedes Benz recommends that you use fuel brands that have additives The quality of the fuel available in some coun tries may not be sufficient Residue could build up as a result In such cases ...

Page 378: ...on H Environmental note CO2 carbon dioxide is the gas which scien tists believe to be principally responsible for global warming the greenhouse effect Your vehicle s CO2 emissions are directly related to fuel consumption and therefore depend on Refficient use of the fuel by the engine Rdriving style Rother non technical factors such as envi ronmental influences road conditions or traffic flow You ...

Page 379: ...act a qualified spe cialist workshop Petrol engines MB Approval All models 229 5 Diesel engines with diesel particle filter MB Approval C 220 CDI C 220 CDI BlueEFFI CIENCY Edition C 250 CDI C 250 CDI Sport 228 51 229 31 229 51 Use only SAE 0W 40 or SAE 5W 40 engine oils for AMG vehicles i If the engine oils listed in the table are not available you may add the following engine oils until the next ...

Page 380: ... at a qualified specialist workshop and the replacement confirmed in the Service Booklet Coolant Important safety notes G WARNING If antifreeze comes into contact with hot com ponents in the engine compartment it may ignite There is a risk of fire and injury Let the engine cool down before you top up the antifreeze Make sure that antifreeze is not spilled next to the filler neck Thoroughly clean t...

Page 381: ... risk of fire and injury Make sure that no windscreen washer con centrate is spilled next to the filler neck Only use washer fluid that is suitable for plastic lamp lenses e g MB SummerFit or MB WinterFit Unsuitable washer fluid could damage the plastic lenses of the headlamps Do not use distilled or de ionised water in the washer fluid reservoir Otherwise the level sensor may be damaged Only the ...

Page 382: ...weights Missing values were not available at the time of going to print Model Opening height C 180 1668 mm C 220 CDI C 220 CDI BlueEF FICIENCY Edition 1665 mm Model Opening height C 63 AMG All other models 1669 mm Missing values were not available at the time of going to print All models except AMG vehicles Vehicle length 4590 mm Vehicle width including exterior mirrors 1997 mm Vehicle width exclu...

Page 383: ...ave a trailer tow hitch retrofitted observe the anchorage points on the chas sis frame Example anchorage points for the trailer tow hitch Anchorage points Overhang dimension Rear axle centre line Vehicles without the AMG sports pack age for trailer tow hitches fitted at the fac tory the overhang dimension including pro tective covering is 1 154 mm Vehicles with the AMG sports package for trailer t...

Page 384: ...n The value can be found on the trailer tow hitch or trailer identification plates The lowest weight applies You can attach carrier systems e g bicycle racks or load bearing implements on the ball coupling The maximum noseweight of 75 kg applies when using carrier systems on the ball coupling Permissible rear axle load when towing a trailer The C 63 AMG model cannot be used to tow a trailer Manual...

Page 385: ...Manual transmission Automatic transmis sion C 250 CDI 1180 kg 1185 kg C 250 CDI Sport 1185 kg Trailer tow hitch 383 Technical data Z ...

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Page 387: ...o forward any queries or suggestions you may have regarding this Owner s Manual to the technical documenta tion team at the following address Daimler AG HPC CAC Customer Service 70546 Stuttgart Germany Daimler AG not to be reprinted translated or otherwise reproduced in whole or in part without written permission from Daimler AG Vehicle manufacturer Daimler AG Mercedesstraße 137 70327 Stuttgart Ge...

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