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12 V socket

see Sockets

4ETS

see ETS/4ETS (Electronic

Traction System)

4MATIC (permanent four-wheel

drive) .................................................. 309

4MATIC off-road system ................... 309

ABC

see Active Body Control (ABC)

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

Display message ............................ 351

Function/notes ................................ 65

Important safety notes .................... 65

Warning lamp ................................. 388

Activating/deactivating cooling

with air dehumidification ................. 262

Activating/deactivating Night

View Assist Plus

Without spotlight function ............. 323

With spotlight function ................... 321

Active Blind Spot Assist

Activating/deactivating (on-

board computer) ............................ 346

Display message ............................ 376

Function/information .................... 325

Active Body Control (ABC)

Display message ............................ 374

Function/notes ............................. 308

Active Driving Assistance package . 325

Active Lane Keeping Assist

Activating/deactivating (on-

board computer) ............................ 347

Display message ............................ 375

Function/information .................... 328

Active multicontour seat ............ 99, 243

Active service system PLUS

see ASSYST PLUS service interval

display

ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 69

Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ..... 307

Adaptive Highbeam Assist

Display message ............................ 368

Function/notes ............................. 252

Switching on/off (on-board

computer) ...................................... 348

Additional speedometer ................... 348

Additives (engine oil) ........................ 487

Address

Entering (example) ......................... 139

see Address book

Address book

Calling up ....................................... 191

Connecting a call ........................... 194

Creating an entry ........................... 192

Deleting an entry ........................... 193

Entering characters ....................... 123

Entry as a home address ............... 164

Importing contacts ........................ 190

Introduction ................................... 189

Starting route guidance ................. 194

Voice tag ....................................... 195

Air bags

Display message ............................ 363

Front air bag (driver, front

passenger) ....................................... 48

Important safety notes .................... 46

Knee bag .......................................... 48

PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF

indicator lamp .................................. 50

Safety guidelines ............................. 45

Side impact air bag .......................... 49

Window curtain air bag .................... 50

Air-conditioning system

see Climate control

Air distribution

Setting ........................................... 263

Setting (COMAND) ......................... 238

Airflow

Setting ........................................... 263

Setting (COMAND) ......................... 239

AIRMATIC

Display message ............................ 373

Function/notes ............................. 307

Air pressure

see Tire pressure

Air vents

Glove box ....................................... 267

Important safety notes .................. 266

Index

Summary of Contents for 2013 CL

Page 1: ...CL Operator s Manual Order no 6515 2378 13 Part no 216 584 17 82 Edition A 2013 É2165841782 ËÍ 2165841782 CL Operator s Manual ...

Page 2: ...y Digital Corporation RGracenote is a registered trademark of Gracenote Inc RZAGATSurvey and related brands are registered trademarks of ZagatSurvey LLC In this Operator s Manual you will find the following symbols G WARNING Warning notes draw your attention to hazards that endanger your health or life or the health or life of others H Environmental note Environmental notes provide you with inform...

Page 3: ...f 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 ROperator s Manual RMaintenance Booklet REquipment dependent supplements Keep these documents in the vehic...

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Page 5: ...teering wheel and mirrors 93 COMAND 107 Lights and windshield wipers 247 Climate control 259 Driving and parking 269 On board computer and displays 333 Stowage and features 397 Maintenance and care 417 Breakdown assistance 433 Wheels and tires 451 Technical data 481 Contents 3 ...

Page 6: ... service system PLUS see ASSYST PLUS service interval display ADAPTIVE BRAKE 69 Adaptive Damping System ADS 307 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Display message 368 Function notes 252 Switching on off on board computer 348 Additional speedometer 348 Additives engine oil 487 Address Entering example 139 see Address book Address book Calling up 191 Connecting a call 194 Creating an entry 192 Deleting an ent...

Page 7: ...u on board computer 340 Authorized Mercedes Benz Center see Qualified specialist workshop Authorized workshop see Qualified specialist workshop AUTO lights Display message 368 see Lights Automatic engine start ECO start stop function 275 Automatic engine switch off ECO start stop function 274 Automatic headlamp mode 249 Automatic transmission Automatic drive program 281 Changing gear 280 DIRECT SE...

Page 8: ...83 General information 132 Introduction 179 Receiving vCards 190 Searching for devices 133 Settings 132 Telephone basic menu 184 Telephony 181 Telephony notes 179 Bluetooth interface Telephony 179 Brake Assist System see BAS Brake Assist System Brake fluid Display message 359 Notes 488 Brake fluid level 423 Brake lamps Display message 366 Brakes ABS 65 BAS 66 BAS PLUS 66 Brake fluid notes 488 Disp...

Page 9: ...ecting a track 211 Sound settings balance bass fader treble 126 Cell phone see Mobile phone Center console 39 Central locking Automatic locking feature COMAND 237 Locking unlocking SmartKey 74 Changing bulbs High beam headlamps 255 Important safety notes 254 Overview of bulb types 255 Changing direction Announcement phase 152 Change of direction phase 153 Preparation phase 152 Character bar 120 Ch...

Page 10: ...instructions 116 Folding in and swiveling 116 Setting 128 COMAND operating system 110 Combination switch 250 Compass function 174 Conference connection 187 Consumption statistics on board computer 338 Contrast setting TV video 226 Convenience closing feature 88 Convenience opening feature 88 Convenience telephone Importing contacts 190 Convenience telephony 179 Introduction 179 Coolant engine Chec...

Page 11: ...128 Display cleaning instructions 429 Displaying the arrival time 158 Displaying the distance to the destination 158 Display messages Calling up on board computer 350 Driving systems 372 Engine 368 General notes 350 Hiding on board computer 350 Lights 365 Safety systems 351 Service interval display 424 SmartKey 384 Tires 379 Vehicle 382 Distance see Navigation route overview Distance display on bo...

Page 12: ...n 280 Brakes 291 Break in period 270 DISTRONIC PLUS 304 Downhill gradient 291 Drinking and driving 290 Driving abroad 248 Driving in winter 294 Driving on flooded roads 293 Driving on wet roads 293 Exhaust check 291 Fuel 290 General 290 Hydroplaning 293 Icy road surfaces 294 Limited braking efficiency on salted roads 292 Pedals 290 Snow chains 455 Symmetrical low beam 248 Wet road surface 291 DVD ...

Page 13: ...vel using the on board computer 420 Display message 370 Filling capacity 487 Notes about oil grades 486 Notes on oil level consumption 419 Temperature on board computer 341 Viscosity 487 Entering the frequency 199 Entry Deleting 122 Saving 124 ESP Electronic Stability Program Deactivating activating 346 Deactivating activating notes 68 Display message 351 ETS 4ETS 68 Function notes 67 Important sa...

Page 14: ... box 448 Engine emergency stop 449 Fuse box in the engine compartment 448 Fuse box in the rear compartment 448 Important safety notes 447 G Garage door opener Clearing the memory 415 Important safety notes 412 Opening closing the garage door 415 Programming button in the rear view mirror 413 Gear indicator on board computer 341 Gear or selector lever cleaning guidelines 431 Genuine Mercedes Benz p...

Page 15: ...iew 253 Reading lamp 253 Intermediate stop Deleting 147 Entering 146 iPod Alphabetical track selection 224 Connecting to the Media Interface 220 Selecting a category playlist 223 Supported variants 220 J Jack Storage location 434 Using 436 Jump starting engine 443 K Key see SmartKey KEYLESS GO Convenience closing feature 89 Locking 75 Start Stop button 271 Starting the engine 273 Unlocking 75 Key ...

Page 16: ...witching on off 249 Lubricant additives see Additives Lumbar support Adjusting 99 Lumbar support COMAND 241 M M S tires 454 Maintenance see ASSYST PLUS service interval display Malfunction message see Display messages Map navigation Adjusting the scale 168 Arrival time distance to the destination 171 City model 172 Display 170 Geo coordinate display 172 Heading 170 Information in the display 171 M...

Page 17: ... rates 215 Copyright 216 Data medium 215 Fast forward fast rewind 212 File systems 215 Formats 215 Mode switching to 208 Notes 215 Operation 341 Pause function 209 Playback options 214 Safety notes 207 Selecting a media type 210 Selecting a track 211 Sound settings balance bass fader treble 126 Multicontour seat Front 241 Multifunction display Function notes 336 Lane recommendations 155 Multifunct...

Page 18: ...e short route fast route dynamic route or economic route 137 Showing hiding the menu 137 Starting route calculation 141 Switching announcements on off 156 Switching to 137 Traffic report 160 Troubleshooting 178 New aluminum style carrier bars see separate installation instructions Night View Assist Plus Cleaning 430 Display message 372 Function notes 320 Problem malfunction 325 North orientation n...

Page 19: ...0 Important safety notes 310 Problem malfunction 313 Range of the sensors 310 Warning display 311 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp 50 Pause function Audio mode CD DVD MP3 209 Video DVD 229 Pedals 290 Permanent four wheel drive see 4MATIC permanent four wheel drive Phone book Calling up 191 Creating an entry 192 Deleting an entry 193 Entering characters 123 Introduction 189 Picture settings TV ...

Page 20: ... Important safety notes 284 Refueling process 285 see Fuel Remote control Garage door opener 412 Programming garage door opener 413 Reporting safety defects 30 Reserve fuel tank see Fuel Reserve fuel Display message 371 Warning lamp 393 see Fuel Reset function 135 Resetting factory settings 135 Residual heat climate control 265 Restraint system see SRS Supplemental Restraint System Reversing lamps...

Page 21: ...usting the head restraint 97 Cleaning the cover 431 Correct driver s seat position 94 Folding the backrests forward back 98 Important safety notes 95 Multicontour seat 99 Seat backrest display message 384 Seat heating problem 100 Seat ventilation problem 100 Selecting COMAND 242 Storing settings memory function 104 Switching seat heating on off 99 Switching seat ventilation on off 100 Selecting st...

Page 22: ...und menu 126 Sounds see Sound settings Sound settings Balance and fader 126 Calling up the sound menu 126 Surround sound 127 Treble and bass 126 Spare wheel Notes data 478 Storage location 434 see Emergency spare wheel Specialist workshop 29 Speech control see Voice Control System Speed controlling see Cruise control Speedometer Activating deactivating the additional speedometer 348 Digital 338 In...

Page 23: ...ats TV video 227 Switching between summer time and standard time 130 Switching off the alarm ATA 71 Switching the hands free microphone on off 187 Switching wavebands radio 198 System settings Bluetooth 132 Date 129 Language 135 Programmable button COMAND 111 Text reader speed 130 Time 129 Time zone 130 Voice Control System 130 T TA Traffic Announcements see Traffic announcements Tachometer 335 Ta...

Page 24: ... board computer 341 Outside temperature 335 Setting climate control 263 Setting COMAND 238 Theft deterrent systems ATA Anti Theft Alarm system 71 Immobilizer 71 Tilt sliding sunroof see Sliding sunroof Time Setting 129 Setting summer standard time 130 Setting the format 129 Setting the time 129 Setting the time date format 129 Setting the time zone 130 Timing RACETIMER 342 Tiredness assistant see ...

Page 25: ...action 467 Traction definition 474 Tread wear 467 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 467 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards definition 472 Unladen weight definition 473 Wear indicator definition 474 Wheel rim definition 472 see Flat tire Tonal properties see Sound settings Top Tether 63 Towing Important safety guidelines 444 Installing the towing eye 445 Removing the towing eye 446 With th...

Page 26: ...Reporting problems 30 Towing away 444 Transporting 446 Unlocking in an emergency 82 Unlocking SmartKey 74 Vehicle data 489 Vehicle battery see Battery vehicle Vehicle data 489 Vehicle dimensions 489 Vehicle emergency locking 83 Vehicle identification number see VIN Vehicle identification plate 483 Vehicle level Active Body Control ABC 308 AIRMATIC 307 Display message 374 Vehicle level display mess...

Page 27: ...7 Important safety notes 452 Interchanging changing 475 Mounting a new wheel 438 Removing a wheel 438 Storing 475 Tightening torque 439 Wheel size tire size 475 Window curtain air bag Display message 361 Operation 50 Windows see Side windows Windshield Defrosting 263 Infrared reflective 416 Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system 423 Notes 489 Windshield wiper...

Page 28: ...warnings contained in this Operator s Manual Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Vehicle equipment This Operator s Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of going to print ...

Page 29: ... than 30 calendar days Please send your written notice to Mercedes Benz USA LLC Customer Assistance Center One Mercedes Drive Montvale NJ 07645 0350 Maintenance The Service and Warranty Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be done at regular intervals Always have the Service and Warranty Booklet with you when you bring the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes Benz Center ...

Page 30: ...t on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning Because the vehicle s electronic components are interconnected any modifications made may produce an undesired effect on other systems Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic compon...

Page 31: ...s could get between the pedals in the event of sudden braking or acceleration As a result the movement of the pedals may be impaired There is a risk of accident Do not attach any equipment or cables in the driver footwell If the engine is switched off and equipment on the diagnostics connection is used the starter battery may discharge The diagnostics connection is only intended for the connection...

Page 32: ...al Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Mercedes Benz USA LLC If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a ...

Page 33: ...submit it Rfor safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes Rwith the consent of the vehicle owner Ron the instruction of prosecuting authorities Rfor use in arbitration of disputes that involve Daimler AG its affiliates or its sales and service organizations Ras otherwise required or permitted by law Please observe the mbrace1 purchase agreement for further details on the recording and transfer ...

Page 34: ...32 ...

Page 35: ...Cockpit 34 Instrument cluster 35 On board computer and COMAND 37 Center console 39 Overhead control panel 40 Door control panel 41 33 At a glance ...

Page 36: ...RKTRONIC 310 Swiveling the COMAND display 116 COMAND display brightness 116 Instrument lighting 116 Function Page D Overhead control panel 40 E Automatic climate control 260 F Ignition lock 271 Start Stop button 271 G Adjusts the steering wheel 100 Steering wheel heating 101 H Electric parking brake 288 I Diagnostics connection 29 J Opens the hood 418 K Night View Assist Plus 320 L Light switch 24...

Page 37: ... position 278 B Tachometer 335 C Drive program 280 D Parking Guidance 313 Function Page E Unit of measurement for the speedometer 348 F Outside temperature 335 G Additional speedometer 348 H HOLD function 306 Ä PRE SAFE Brake 69 I Adaptive Highbeam Assist 252 Active Lane Keeping Assist 328 ATTENTION ASSIST 319 Instrument cluster 35 At a glance ...

Page 38: ...Electric parking brake yellow 387 F USA only Canada only Seat belt 386 A ESP 390 B Distance warning 394 Function Page C Brakes 387 USA only J Canada only D ESP OFF 390 E Tire pressure monitor 395 F Check engine 393 G ABS 388 H SRS 392 I High beam headlamps 251 J Reserve fuel 393 36 Instrument cluster At a glance ...

Page 39: ...tifunction display 336 Function Page 344 Rejects or ends a call 344 Exits phone book redial memory 6 Makes or accepts a call Switches to the redial memory WX Adjusts the volume or operates RACETIMER on AMG vehicles 342 8 Mute A Switches on the Voice Control System see the separate operating instructions B Swivels the COMAND display 116 Adjusts the brightness of the instrument lighting and the COMA...

Page 40: ...Function Page C COMAND display 113 Function Page D CD and DVD player changer 207 E COMAND controller and COMAND function buttons 110 111 38 On board computer and COMAND At a glance ...

Page 41: ...ur seat 241 A Function button for the telephone and navigation system 137 B Switches COMAND on off 124 Function Page C Adjusts the volume 125 D Programmable button 111 E Telephone keypad 112 F Rear window roller sunblind 403 G Retracts the rear seat head restraints 97 H Selects the drive program 280 I COMAND controller 110 Center console 39 At a glance ...

Page 42: ... closes the sliding sunroof 90 B G SOS button mbrace system 406 C Switches the automatic interior lighting control on off 254 Function Page D p Switches the right hand reading lamp on off 253 E Rear view mirror F Buttons for the garage door opener 413 G Microphone for mbrace emergency call system telephone and the Voice Control System2 2 Observe the additional operating instructions 40 Overhead co...

Page 43: ...enger seat from the driver s seat 96 A c Seat heating 99 s Seat ventilation 100 B 7Zª Adjusts and folds the exterior mirrors in out electrically 102 Function Page C W Opens closes the side windows 87 D n Activates deactivates the override feature for the side windows in the rear compartment 64 E p Opens closes the trunk lid 85 Door control panel 41 At a glance ...

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Page 45: ...Useful information 44 Occupant safety 44 Children in the vehicle 59 Panic alarm 64 Driving safety systems 65 Theft deterrent locking system 71 43 Safety ...

Page 46: ...s tampering with interconnected electronic systems can lead to the restraint systems no longer functioning as intended Air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices ETDs for example could deploy inadvertently or fail to deploy in accidents although the deceleration threshold for air bag deployment is exceeded Therefore never modify the restraint systems Do not tamper with electronic components or their...

Page 47: ...technic Emergency Tensioning Devices ETDs contain perchlorate material which may require special handling and regard for the environment Check your national disposal guidelines California residents see www dtsc ca gov HazardousWaste Perchlorate index cfm RAir bags and ETDs are designed to function on a one time only basis An air bag or ETD that has deployed must be replaced PRE SAFE has electrical...

Page 48: ...ealth hazard and does not indicate that there is a fire in the vehicle In order to prevent potential breathing difficulties you should leave the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so If you have any breathing difficulty but cannot get out of the vehicle after the air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door G WARNING In order to reduce the potential danger of injuries caused du...

Page 49: ...mpact air bag inflates This could result in serious injuries or death should the side impact air bag be deployed 2 Always sit as upright as possible wear the seat belt properly and use an appropriately sized infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child and for children 12 years old and under use an appropriately sized infant restraint toddler ...

Page 50: ...e the front air bag is filled with enough propellant gas to reduce the risk of injuries The front air bag is fully deployed if a second deployment threshold is exceeded within a few milliseconds The deployment of the front passenger front air bag is also influenced by the weight category of the front passenger which is determined by the Occupant Classification System OCS Y page 50 The lighter the ...

Page 51: ... side of the vehicle on which the impact occurs However they do not protect the Rhead Rneck Rarms Front side impact air bags and rear side impact air bags deploy next to the outer seat cushions The side impact air bags are deployed Ron the side on which an impact occurs Rat the start of an accident with a high rate of lateral vehicle deceleration or acceleration e g in a side impact Rindependently...

Page 52: ...works The Occupant Classification System OCS categorizes the occupant on the front passenger seat by means of a weight sensor The front passenger front air bag is deactivated automatically for certain weight categories The 42 indicator lamp shows you the current status If the 42 indicator lamp is illuminated the front passenger front air bag is deactivated The system does not deactivate Rthe side ...

Page 53: ...assenger front air bag is activated When the OCS senses that the front passenger seat occupant is classified as an adult or someone larger than a small individual the 42 indicator lamp will illuminate for approximately 6 seconds when the engine is started and then go out indicating that the front passenger front air bag is activated If the 42 indicator lamp is illuminated the front passenger front...

Page 54: ...ed please check installation Periodically check the 42 indicator lamp while driving to make sure the 42 indicator lamp is illuminated If the 42 indicator lamp goes out or remains out do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired A child in a rear facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the front passen...

Page 55: ...n 1 or 2 in the ignition lock Rpress the KEYLESS GO Start Stop button once or twice If an adult occupant is sitting properly on the front passenger seat and the OCS classifies the occupant as an adult the 42 indicator lamp will illuminate and go out again after approximately six seconds If the seat is not occupied and the OCS classifies the front passenger seat as being unoccupied the 42 indicator...

Page 56: ...he 42 indicator lamp does not illuminate and or does not remain illuminated The front passenger seat is Runoccupied Roccupied with a weight up to that of a typical twelve month old child in a standard child restraint system The OCS is malfunctioning X Make sure there is nothing between the seat cushion and the child seat X Check the installation of the child restraint system X Make sure that no ob...

Page 57: ... reversed If the seat belts are not released X Move the backrest back slightly but only when the vehicle is stationary The belt pretensioning is reduced and the locking mechanism is released G WARNING Make sure that nobody can become trapped as you adjust the seat Make sure that there are no objects in the footwell or behind the seats when resetting the seats There is a risk that the seats and or ...

Page 58: ...uthorized Mercedes Benz Center Correct use of the seat belts G WARNING USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY RSeat belts can only work when used properly Never wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this section as that could result in serious injuries in the event of an accident REach occupant should wear their seat belt at all times because seat belts help reduce the likelihood of and potential...

Page 59: ...et on the instrument panel dashboard or on the seat Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat RWhen using a seat belt to secure infant restraints toddler restraints or children in booster seats always follow the child seat manufacturer s instructions G WARNING Do not pass seat belts over sharp edges They could tear Do not allow the seat belt to get caught in the door or in the seat a...

Page 60: ...h time the engine is started It then goes out if the driver and the front passenger have fastened their seat belts If the driver s seat belt is not fastened when the engine is started an additional warning tone will sound The warning tone goes out after approximately six seconds or once the driver s seat belt is fastened If after six seconds the driver s or front passenger seat belt is not fastene...

Page 61: ...ecelerates or accelerates rapidly in a lateral direction Rif in certain situations where the vehicle overturns the system determines that it can provide additional protection If the air bags 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 hazar...

Page 62: ... the size and weight of the child Children can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag Note the following important information when circumstances require you to place a child in the front passenger seat RYour vehicle is equipped with air bag technology designed to deactivate the front passenger front air bag in your vehicle when the system senses the weight of a typical 12 month ol...

Page 63: ... the child s age and weight X Make sure that the infant or child is properly secured at all times while the vehicle is in motion G WARNING When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock Always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle even if they are secured in a child restraint system or with access to an unlocked ...

Page 64: ...and shoulder not face or neck A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper seat belt positioning for children over 41 lb 18 kg until they reach a height where a lap shoulder belt fits properly without a booster Install the child restraint system in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Attach the child restraint system to both securing rings An incorrectly installed child restraint ...

Page 65: ...aint system with Top Tether Comply with the manufacturer s installation instructions when doing so Make sure that Top Tether belt is tight The child restraint system with Top Tether belt has been removed X Slide covering cap onto Top Tether anchorage Child proof locks Important safety notes G WARNING When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock Always take the SmartKe...

Page 66: ...s possible using the switches in the rear compartment Panic alarm X To activate press button for at least one second An alarm sounds and the exterior lighting flashes X To deactivate press button again or X Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock or X Press the KEYLESS GO Start Stop button The KEYLESS GO key must be in the vehicle i USA only This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Op...

Page 67: ...t between the tires and the road surface Pay particular attention to the information regarding tires recommended minimum tire tread depths etc in the Wheels and tires section Y page 452 In wintry driving conditions always use winter tires M S tires and if necessary snow chains Only in this way will the driving safety systems described in this section work as effectively as possible ABS Anti lock B...

Page 68: ...as a Vehicular Radar System The radar sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only Removing altering or tampering with the device will void any warranties and is not permitted by the FCC Do not tamper with alter or use the device in any non approved way Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment With the help of the radar ...

Page 69: ...o visible damage to the front of the vehicle If BAS PLUS is not available due to a malfunction in the radar sensor system the brake system remains available with full brake boosting effect and BAS ESP Electronic Stability Program Important safety notes i Observe the Important safety notes section Y page 65 G WARNING If ESP is malfunctioning ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle Additionally furth...

Page 70: ...age 346 The å ESP OFF warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up CL 63 AMG deactivate ESP when driving on designated roads when the vehicle s own oversteering and understeering characteristics are desired Driving without ESP requires an extremely qualified and experienced driver who is able to cope with these critical driving conditions X To activate Y page 346 The å ESP OFF warning lamp in ...

Page 71: ...tion warns you if you are very quickly approaching a vehicle in front An intermittent warning tone will then sound and the distance warning lamp will light up in the instrument cluster X Brake immediately in order to increase the distance from the vehicle in front or X Take evasive action provided it is safe to do so If the driver and front passenger have their seat belt fastened PRE SAFE Brake ca...

Page 72: ... covering the sensors Rsnow or heavy rain Rinterference by other radar sources Rthe possibility of strong radar reflections for example in parking garages Ra narrow vehicle traveling in front e g a motorbike Ra vehicle traveling in front on a different line relative to the center of your vehicle G WARNING PRE SAFE Brake does not react Rto people or animals Rto oncoming vehicles Rto crossing traffi...

Page 73: ... KEYLESS GO switch the ignition off and open the driver s door X To deactivate switch on the ignition i The immobilizer is always deactivated when you start the engine In the event that the engine cannot be started when the starter battery is fully charged the immobilizer may be faulty Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call 1 800 FOR MERCedes in USA or 1 800 387 0100 in Canada ATA anti...

Page 74: ... on the SmartKey The alarm is switched off X To stop the alarm using KEYLESS GO grasp the outside door handle The SmartKey must be outside the vehicle The alarm is switched off or X Press the Start Stop button on the dashboard The SmartKey must be inside the vehicle The alarm is switched off 72 Theft deterrent locking system Safety ...

Page 75: ...Useful information 74 SmartKey 74 Doors 80 Trunk 83 Side windows 87 Sliding sunroof 90 73 Opening closing ...

Page 76: ...open a door they could cause severe or even fatal injury to other persons if they get out of the vehicle they could injure themselves when doing so or be seriously or even fatally injured by any passing traffic Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight The child restraint system s metal parts for example could become very hot and a child could be burned on these parts G WARNING I...

Page 77: ... use of KEYLESS GO RDo not keep the KEYLESS GO key together with electronic devices e g a mobile phone or another key metallic objects e g coins or metal foil This can affect the functionality of KEYLESS GO RBear 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 vehicle...

Page 78: ...ks or unlocks the vehicle The SmartKey now functions as follows X To unlock the driver s door press the button once X To unlock centrally press the button twice X To lock centrally press the button The KEYLESS GO function is changed as follows X To unlock the driver s door pull the door handle on the driver s door X To unlock centrally pull the front passenger door handle X To lock centrally touch...

Page 79: ... Observe government disposal guidelines California residents see www dtsc ca gov HazardousWaste Perchlorate index cfm Checking the battery X Press the or button The battery is working properly if battery check lamp lights up briefly If battery check lamp does not light up briefly during the test the battery is discharged X Changing the battery Y page 77 i You can obtain the battery at a qualified ...

Page 80: ...battery with the positive terminal 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 tray cover and then press to close it X Insert the mechanical key into the SmartKey X Check the function of all SmartKey buttons on the vehicle 78 SmartKey Opening closing ...

Page 81: ...has not been unlocked for an extended period X Pull the door handle twice and then insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves X Lock unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the SmartKey Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver s door handle from close range and press the button There is a malfunction with KEYLESS GO X L...

Page 82: ...ant safety notes G WARNING When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock Always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unsupervised in the vehicle even if they are secured in a child restraint system and do not give them access to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious per...

Page 83: ...then not be possible to close the door Do not attempt to force the door closed You could otherwise damage the door or the side window Centrally locking and unlocking the vehicle from the inside You can centrally lock or unlock the vehicle from the inside The central locking unlocking button does not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap i You cannot unlock the vehicle centrally from the inside if th...

Page 84: ...motion putting you and or others at risk G WARNING Make sure the trunk lid is closed when the engine is running and while driving Among other dangers deadly carbon monoxide CO gases may enter the vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death X Power closing feature doors push the door past the first detent position of the lock The power closing feature will pull the door fully closed X P...

Page 85: ...ccident with vehicle equipment that may still be in operation even after the SmartKey has been removed from the ignition such as the seat adjustment steering wheel adjustment or memory function If children open a door they could cause severe or even fatal injury to other persons if they get out of the vehicle they could injure themselves when doing so or be seriously or even fatally injured by any...

Page 86: ...le with the button on the SmartKey Y page 74 or with KEYLESS GO Y page 75 i If a KEYLESS GO key is detected in the trunk the trunk lid cannot be locked and then opens again Opening closing automatically from outside Important safety notes G WARNING Make sure the trunk lid is closed when the engine is running and while driving Among other dangers deadly carbon monoxide CO gases may enter the vehicl...

Page 87: ...id X To close and lock simultaneously Press locking button in the trunk lid i If you leave a KEYLESS GO key in the trunk the trunk lid will not lock Opening closing automatically from inside G WARNING Maintain sight of the area around the rear of the vehicle while operating the trunk lid with the door mounted switch Monitor the closing procedure carefully to make sure no one is in danger of being ...

Page 88: ...nk mechanical key The trunk lid swings upwards when opened Therefore make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the trunk lid If the trunk cannot be unlocked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS GO use the mechanical key If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the trunk lid the anti theft alarm system will be triggered Y page 71 X Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey Y page 76 X In...

Page 89: ...lled See the Problems with door windows section for details The closing of the front door windows can be immediately halted by releasing the switch or if the switch was pulled past the resistance point and released by either pressing or pulling the respective switch The closing of the rear side windows can be immediately halted by releasing the switch Activate the override switch when children are...

Page 90: ...he SmartKey at the driver s door handle X Press and hold the button until the side windows and the sliding sunroof are in the desired position X To interrupt convenience opening release the button Convenience closing General notes When you lock the vehicle you can simultaneously Rclose the side windows Rclose the sliding sunroof G WARNING When closing the door windows and the sliding sunroof make ...

Page 91: ...e 87 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 w...

Page 92: ...pening in the roof In a vehicle rollover occupants not wearing their seat belts or not wearing them properly may be thrown out of the opening Such an opening also presents a potential for injury for occupants wearing their seat belts properly as entire body parts or portions of them may protrude from the passenger compartment Only open the sliding sunroof if it is free of snow and ice Otherwise ma...

Page 93: ...he sliding sunroof Problem the sunroof cannot be closed and you cannot see the cause G WARNING You could be severely or even fatally injured when closing the sliding sunroof with increased closing force or if the anti entrapment feature is deactivated Make sure that nobody can become trapped when closing the sliding sunroof If the sliding sunroof is obstructed during closing and reopens again slig...

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Page 95: ...Useful information 94 Correcting the driver s seat posi tion 94 Seats 95 Steering wheel 100 Mirrors 102 Memory function 104 93 Seats steering wheel and mirrors ...

Page 96: ...he head restraint is adjusted properly Y page 97 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 center of the head restraint Observe the safety guidelines on steering wheel adjustment Y page 100 X Make sure that steering wheel is adjusted properly Adjusting the steering wheel electrically Y page 101 When adjusting th...

Page 97: ...head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level Rnever place hands under the seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted Failure to do so could result in an accident and or serious personal injury G WARNING The electrically adjustable seats can be operated at any time Therefore do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle A child ...

Page 98: ...he seats There is a risk that the seats and or the objects could be damaged i The head restraints cannot be removed For more information contact a qualified specialist workshop Adjusting the seats Head restraint height Seat height Seat cushion angle Seat cushion length A Seat fore and aft adjustment B Backrest angle i If PRE SAFE has been activated the front passenger seat and the electrically adj...

Page 99: ...straints G WARNING For safety reasons always drive with the rear head restraints in the upright position when the rear seats are occupied Keep the area around head restraints clear of articles e g clothing to not obstruct the folding operation of the head restraints G WARNING For your protection drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust the head restraint in such a way that it is ...

Page 100: ...t backrest is not locked in the upright position If the Lock Seat Backrest Front Right or Lock Seat Backrest Front Left warning message is displayed in the multifunction display then the corresponding seat backrest is not locked Carefully slow down and drive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from the road Always ensure that there is sufficient space behind the seat backrest and fold...

Page 101: ...ir pressure in the air chambers of the multicontour seat or active multicontour seat is increased These air chambers are located in the side bolsters of the seat cushion and backrest Adjusting the lumbar support You can adjust the lumbar support using COMAND Y page 241 Switching the seat heating on off Switching on off G WARNING Repeatedly setting the seat heating to level 3 may result in excessiv...

Page 102: ...peatedly until the desired ventilation level is set i You can open the side windows and the sliding sunroof using the Convenience opening feature Y page 88 The seat ventilation of the driver 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 prematur...

Page 103: ...0 i The steering wheel heating is switched off automatically after about 24 minutes EASY ENTRY EXIT feature Important safety notes The EASY ENTRY EXIT feature makes getting in and out of your vehicle easier You can activate and deactivate the EASY ENTRY EXIT feature using COMAND Y page 234 G WARNING You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel and driver s s...

Page 104: ...witched off or Rthe setting is stored with the memory function Crash responsive EASY EXIT feature If the crash responsive EASY EXIT feature is triggered in an accident the steering column will move upwards when the driver s door is opened This occurs irrespective of the position of the SmartKey in the ignition lock This makes it easier to exit the vehicle and rescue the occupants The crash respons...

Page 105: ...e mirror engage in position The mirror housing is engaged again and you can adjust the exterior mirrors as usual Y page 102 Automatic anti glare mirrors G WARNING If incident light from headlamps is prevented from striking the sensor in the rear view mirror for instance by luggage piled too high in the vehicle the mirror s automatic anti glare function will not operate Incident light could then bl...

Page 106: ...ut of position repeat the steps Calling up a stored parking position setting X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock X Adjust the exterior mirror on the front passenger side with the corresponding button Y page 102 X Engage reverse gear The exterior mirror on the front passenger side moves to the stored parking position The exterior mirror on the front passenger side moves back to i...

Page 107: ...3 within three seconds until you hear an acknowledgment tone The settings are stored in the selected storage position Calling up a stored setting X Press and hold the relevant storage position button 1 2 or 3 until the seat steering wheel and exterior mirrors are in the stored position i If you release the storage position button the seat steering wheel and mirror setting functions stop immediatel...

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Page 109: ...Useful information 108 Introduction 108 At a glance 110 System settings 128 Navigation 136 Telephone 179 Audio 197 Video 226 Vehicle 233 107 COMAND ...

Page 110: ...ormation to help you select your route more easily and guide you conveniently and safely to your destination For safety reasons we encourage the driver to stop the vehicle in a safe place before answering or placing a call or consulting the COMAND screen to read navigational maps instructions or downloaded information G WARNING While the navigation system provides directional assistance the driver...

Page 111: ...o cease functioning Even systems that have not been modified could be affected because the electronic systems are connected Electronic malfunctions can seriously jeopardize the operational safety of your vehicle i Therefore have all work on or modifications to electronic components carried out at a qualified specialist workshop i Protection against theft this device is equipped with technical prov...

Page 112: ... use COMAND to operate the following main functions Rthe navigation system Rthe audio function with radio and satellite radio modes disk audio CD DVD and MP3 mode memory card MP3 mode MUSIC REGISTER Media Interface and audio AUX Rthe telephone and the address book Rthe video function with video DVD and video AUX modes Rthe system settings You can call up the main functions Rusing the corresponding...

Page 113: ...erating mode i You can also exit a menu by sliding XVY or ZVÆ the COMAND controller X To switch to the basic display press and hold back button COMAND changes to the basic display of the current operating mode Function buttons The COMAND function buttons allow you to select a main function directly Function button for roller sunblind Function button for the radio and the last audio source used Bac...

Page 114: ...u can arm or deactivate the interior motion sensor RTow away Alarm and Interior Motion Sensor you can arm or deactivate the tow away alarm and the interior motion sensor RRepeat Navigation Command you can have the most recent recommendation by the navigation system repeated X To assign the programmable button select Vehicle by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm...

Page 115: ...navigation audio telephone and video feature additional menus This is indicated by triangle The following table lists the available menu items Main function bar allows you to call up the desired main function In the example the Audio main function is set to radio mode and display selection window is active Radio menu bar A allows you to operate the radio functions The air conditioning functions ca...

Page 116: ...ting delayed switch off O City view USB Ambient lighting O Freeway information AUX O Automatic mirror fold in function O Volume reduction Audio off O Locator lighting SIRIUS service O Automatic locking Map version O Interior motion sensor O Tow away alarm O Trunk lid opening height restriction SPLITVIEW SPLITVIEW allows you to simultaneously use different COMAND functions on the front passenger si...

Page 117: ...ng played by the DVD changer This means that on the front passenger side the DVD changer cannot be used to play a different disc type for instance a video DVD However other media can be used at the same time on the front passenger side including radio memory card MUSIC REGISTER Media Interface USB or AUX RIf you use the same medium on both sides settings for this medium can be carried out from eit...

Page 118: ...rightness of the COMAND display Brighter or dimmer X Turn control or clockwise or counter clockwise i If Night View Assist Plus is activated only the brightness of the multifunction display is adjusted with control Display design When the default settings are selected the display automatically switches between day design and night design You can change these settings using COMAND Y page 128 Cleani...

Page 119: ...d execute the functions by pressing the corresponding buttons i The remote control s function may be restricted depending on the angle at which it is pointed at the respective screen Selecting the screen for the remote control X Turn thumbwheel until the desired display is highlighted in the window Switching the button lighting on off X Press button on the remote control Depending on the previous ...

Page 120: ... mode Selects stations via the station presets Y page 198 Sets stations by entering the frequency manually Y page 199 Stores stations manually Y page 199 Selects a track Y page 211 Selects a data medium via the media list Y page 210 Telephone mode Telephone number entry Y page 186 Character entry Enters characters direct entry Y page 121 Operating COMAND Selecting a main function Initial situation...

Page 121: ... audio mode e g Radio by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Selecting a menu item The following example describes how to select a station from the station presets in radio mode X Press the R function button X Select Presets by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The station preset memory appears Selection bar X Select a station by turning c...

Page 122: ...dio menu appears Current audio operating mode Main function bar Audio menu X Press W the COMAND controller and confirm Radio The radio basic display appears with the waveband last selected X To set the station if the display selection window is activated in the radio display turn cVd or slide XVY COMAND controller Entering characters in navigation mode entering a city General information Character...

Page 123: ...town names beginning with N The list entry that is best suited to previous user entries is always highlighted in the first position NANTICOKE in the example All characters that have been entered are displayed in black the letter N in the example The letters that are added automatically by COMAND are displayed in gray ANTICOKE in the example Character bar E shows the letters still available for sel...

Page 124: ...t list entry press and hold W the COMAND controller until the address entry menu appears The accepted list entry is shown there Calling up the list as a selection list Select the desired city from the selection list If there are several entries for a city or if several cities of the same name are stored then is highlighted in the character bar X Press W the COMAND controller It is also possible to...

Page 125: ...and press W to confirm S is entered into the data field All characters are shown in black and can always be selected in the character bar The character bar offers characters corresponding to the respective data field letters or digits To switch the character bar to upper case lower case letters To switch the character bar from upper lower case letters to digits To change the language of the charac...

Page 126: ...acter set select p and press W to confirm The character set switches between upper lower case letters and digits X To change the language of the character bar select B and press W to confirm X Select the language by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X To reposition the cursor within the data field select 2 or 3 and press W to confirm Cursor repositioned 2 and 3 icon to repos...

Page 127: ... button until the display appears in the status bar A confirmation tone sounds X Navigation announcements select the y symbol in the navigation menu bar and press W to confirm i The navigation announcements are activated again if you switch COMAND off and on again or start a new route guidance Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume for the audio or video source X To adjust turn thumbwheel or X ...

Page 128: ...or radio mode Adjusting treble and bass X Select Treble or Bass in the sound menu by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm An adjustment scale appears Setting the treble Last setting selected Current setting X Select a setting by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The setting is stored and you exit the menu Adjusting balance and fader With the balance funct...

Page 129: ...enables optimum playback of music and films on CDs audio DVDs or video DVDs with multichannel audio formats such as MLP dts or Dolby Digital This results in sound characteristics like those intended by the sound engineer when the original was recorded i If you select Logic7 OFF the sound system plays all playable formats as stored on the medium Due to the design of the passenger compartment an opt...

Page 130: ...etween stereo and mono and cause temporary sound distortions On some stereo recordings the sound characteristics may differ from conventional stereo playback System settings Display settings Switching the display on off X Select Vehicle by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Display OFF by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X To switch on the dis...

Page 131: ...ime time zone and summer standard time to be set correctly in order to work properly Rroute guidance on routes with time dependent traffic guidance Rcalculation of expected time of arrival Setting the time X Select Vehicle in the main function bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select System by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Time by...

Page 132: ... press W to confirm The dot indicates the current setting Text reader settings Setting the text reader speed X Select Vehicle by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select System and press W to confirm X Select Text Reader and press W to confirm X Select Set text reader speed and press W to confirm A list appears The dot indicates the current setting X Select a setting by tu...

Page 133: ...nd press W to confirm X Select Voice Control and press W to confirm X Select Start New Individualization and press W to confirm You see and hear a prompt asking whether you would like further information X Select Yes or No and press W to confirm If you select No the first part of individualization begins You will be asked whether you would like to train digits or voice commands If you select Yes y...

Page 134: ...age to this effect Bluetooth settings General information about Bluetooth Bluetooth technology is the standard for short range wireless data transmission of up to approximately 10 meters Bluetooth allows for example the exchange of vCards Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth Special Interest Group SIG Inc Requirements for a Bluetooth connection You can connect mobile phones and noteboo...

Page 135: ...g for Bluetooth devices X Activate Bluetooth Y page 133 X Select Vehicle in the main function bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select System by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Bluetooth by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Search for Bluetooth Devices and press W to confirm X Select Update and press ...

Page 136: ...ter the same passcode into the Bluetooth device see the operating instructions for the respective device The device is authorized External authorization If COMAND does not detect your Bluetooth device this may be due to particular security settings on your Bluetooth device In this case you can test if your Bluetooth device can find COMAND The Bluetooth device name of COMAND is MB Bluetooth X Selec...

Page 137: ...e accordingly If the selected language is not supported by the Voice Control System English will be selected X Select Vehicle by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select System and press W to confirm X Select Language and press W to confirm The list of languages appears The dot indicates the current setting X Select the language by turning cVd the COMAND controller and pre...

Page 138: ...ving Please always use this feature instead of consulting the map display for directions Looking at the icons or map display can distract you from traffic conditions and driving and increase the risk of an accident General information Operational readiness of the navigation system The navigation system must determine the position of the vehicle before first use or whenever operational status is re...

Page 139: ...enu item is shown X Confirm the Full Screen menu item shown by pressing W The map can be seen in the full screen display X To show the menu press W the COMAND controller when the map is shown in full screen Basic settings Route mode Setting route type and route options You can select the following route types RFast Route COMAND calculates the route with the shortest minimized journey time RDynamic...

Page 140: ...ed COMAND will calculate a new route If you change the route type and or the route options while route guidance is inactive no destination has been entered yet COMAND uses the new setting for the next route guidance i The route calculated may for example include ferry connections even if the Minimize Ferries route option is switched on In some cases e g when calculating particularly long routes CO...

Page 141: ...e number desired and enter for example your home address My address Calling up the address entry menu X To activate navigation mode press the S function button once or twice X To show the menu press W the COMAND controller X Select Destination by turning cVd the COMAND controller and pressing W to confirm X Select Address Entry and press W to confirm The address entry menu appears If you have prev...

Page 142: ...ters can be found in the Entering characters in navigation mode entering a city section Y page 120 Option 2 city list as selection list City list X Select an entry by turning cVd the COMAND controller X Irrespective of the option press W to confirm your selection The address entry menu appears again The city has now been entered Entering a street name X Select Street in the address entry menu by t...

Page 143: ...gain The house number has now been entered Ambiguity of city names If several cities share the same name you can also directly input or select a street name COMAND then selects the city where the respective street is found X Enter a city as described above Y page 139 X Select ALL X Enter or select the street name X Select the appropriate city If you know the city well you can continue directly aft...

Page 144: ... destination for example COMAND calculates the route using the digital map data The calculated route may differ from the ideal route e g due to roadwork or incomplete map data Please also refer to the notes about the digital map Y page 174 Entering and saving your home address You can either enter your home address for the first time option 1 or edit a previously stored home address option 2 X Opt...

Page 145: ...cise location you can now enter for example the street a city a center or a POI X Start route calculation Y page 141 Entering a center Entering a center will for example delete a previously entered street X Select Center center in the address entry menu by turning cVd and sliding ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm You will see the center list either with the character bar option 1 or...

Page 146: ...ain The intersection selected has been entered X Start route calculation Y page 141 Selecting a destination from the destination memory e g My address Introduction The destination memory always contains an entry named My address You may wish to assign your home address to this entry for example Y page 142 and select it for route guidance This entry is always located at the top of the list in the d...

Page 147: ... last destinations X Select Change by turning cVd and sliding ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm All destination entry functions are available X Edit enter the destination as described for destination entry Y page 138 Entering a destination using the map Calling up the map X To activate navigation mode press the S function button once or twice X To show the menu press W the COMAND co...

Page 148: ...ct Start and press W to confirm Entering an intermediate stop Introduction When route guidance is active you can enter an intermediate stop Intermediate stops can be predefined destinations from the following categories that COMAND offers for selection RMercedes Benz Service Center RHospital RGas Station RParking Lot RRestaurant However you can also enter destinations other than the predefined one...

Page 149: ...r destination as an intermediate stop X To activate navigation mode press the S function button once or twice X To show the menu press W the COMAND controller X Select Destination in the navigation system menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and pressing W to confirm X Select Stopover and press W to confirm X Select Other and press W to confirm X Select Address Entry From Memory From Last...

Page 150: ...st category Y page 149 Entering a point of interest in the vicinity of a specific city Option 1 X Select Other City in the menu and press W to confirm X If desired select the state province Y page 138 X To enter a city select City and press W to confirm Proceed as described in the Entering a city section Y page 138 X After entering the city select the point of interest category Y page 149 Option 2...

Page 151: ...available The list sorts points of interest with the same name and in the same category according to distance starting with those nearest to you Selecting a category X Select a main category by turning cVd the COMAND controller X Confirm the entry with W If the selected main category does not contain any sub categories the point of interest list appears If the selected main category contains subca...

Page 152: ... start route calculation To store an address in the destination memory To display details A Phone call B To display a point of interest s position on the map X To start route calculation select Start and press W to confirm X To store an address in the destination memory select Save and press W to confirm You can now select storage options Y page 165 X To show the detailed view select Details and p...

Page 153: ...e menu press W the COMAND controller Highlighted point of interest X Slide ZV the COMAND controller forwards and thereby activate the display window The map with highlighted point of interest is shown X To highlight the next point of interest select Next in the menu bar by turning cVd and sliding YVX the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X To highlight the previous point of interest select ...

Page 154: ...witched to navigation mode If you do not follow the navigation announcements or if you leave the calculated route COMAND automatically calculates a new route to the destination If the digital map contains the corresponding information the following applies Rwhen selecting a route COMAND tries to avoid roads that only have limited access e g roads closed to through traffic and non residents Rroads ...

Page 155: ...al display for distance gets shorter the nearer you get to the announced change of direction Change of direction phase COMAND announces the imminent change of direction In the example the Now turn right announcement is made 100 ft before the change of direction The display is split into two halves as in the announcement phase Example display change of direction phase Current vehicle position the t...

Page 156: ...he distance to the next change of direction A Distance to the next change of direction B Possible lane light blue C Recommended lane dark blue D Lane not recommended gray E Current vehicle position the tip of the triangle indicates the vehicle s direction of travel i The multifunction display also shows lane recommendations Only the recommended lanes are displayed here Y page 339 154 Navigation CO...

Page 157: ... find further information in the On board computer section Y page 339 Using car pool lanes COMAND displays car pool lanes if you have selected this option in the route options Y page 137 If this is the case COMAND checks whether there are any car pool lanes on the route If there are they are taken into account during route calculation Route guidance will then include car pool lanes Car pool lanes ...

Page 158: ...e navigation announcements are muted during a telephone call If you have missed an announcement you can call up the current announcement at any time X To show the menu press W the COMAND controller X In the navigation menu bar confirm RPT with W Switching navigation announcements on off X To switch off during the announcement press the 8 button on the multifunction steering wheel You will briefly ...

Page 159: ...X To show the menu press W the COMAND controller X Select Route in the navigation system menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Alternative Route and press W to confirm You see the selected route The display now shows a split screen view On the left hand side one or more alternative routes are shown from start to destination The current route is highlighted d...

Page 160: ...e number using the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X To close the destination information slide XVY the COMAND controller or press the back button Route overview You can use the overview of the route to move along the route section by section and to see details of the route sections You have entered a destination Y page 138 or a point of interest Y page 148 and possibly an intermediate st...

Page 161: ... suitability of the route Off road routes may be of varying conditions and their appropriateness for use may be affected by various factors such as time of day time of year and immediate weather conditions that cannot be judged or taken into consideration by the COMAND system Route guidance to a destination that is not on a digitized road COMAND can guide you to destinations which are within the a...

Page 162: ...re not completely digitalized COMAND attempts to avoid roads that have not been completely digitalized If the vehicle s position or the destination is located in an area that has not been completely digitalized then no active route guidance is performed Instead the map shows a dashed route along the roads and the target direction is shown with an arrow You hear the announcement You will enter an a...

Page 163: ... Y page 168 12 Icon display for the section of route affected 3 Icon for incident on the route 4 Current position and direction of travel 5 Map scale i COMAND uses corresponding icons to highlight the entire section of the affected route regardless of how long the incident actually is The icons are placed on the side of the road affected by the incident Navigation 161 COMAND Z ...

Page 164: ...tion on the route Appears at the beginning of a blocked route section if route guidance is active and the route leads through the blocked section The XXXX icons may appear in conjunction with this icon Yellow line with arrows Incidents Possible traffic blocks e g roadwork Appears on the side of the road affected direction of travel Green line with arrows Unimpeded traffic flow No delays Only appea...

Page 165: ... list select Display All Messages by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The list shows all the roads areas or regions for which traffic reports are available 1 State or province recognition 2 Road affected i A traffic report may refer to an area or a region e g if visibility is impaired due to fog X To read a traffic report select a road an area or a region X To show a traffi...

Page 166: ...page 138 Then save the home address without starting route guidance Y page 142 Adopting an address book entry as a home address X To activate navigation mode press the S function button once or twice X To show the menu press W the COMAND controller X Select Destination in the navigation system menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select From Memory and press W to ...

Page 167: ...t Yes or No and press W to confirm If you select Yes COMAND overwrites the destination You will see a message and then the address menu with the selected address Start is highlighted automatically If you select No the list will reappear Selecting the home address for route guidance X Proceed as described in the Selecting a destination from the destination memory section Y page 144 Storing a destin...

Page 168: ...ears with data fields and the character bar Example display saving a destination with a name Selected data field with cursor Character bar X Proceed as described under Entering characters using the character bar in the Entering characters in navigation mode entering a city section Y page 138 X Then select and press W to confirm COMAND stores the destination under the name entered Assigning a desti...

Page 169: ...ion You will see a message to this effect If you select No the process is aborted i If the navigable address data for the destination being deleted is also assigned to an address book entry COMAND will also delete this data from there If the corresponding address book entry does not contain any further data such as telephone numbers COMAND deletes the entire address book entry Previous destination...

Page 170: ...W to confirm The list of last destinations appears X Select the desired destination and press W to confirm The destination address appears X Select Delete and press W to confirm A prompt appears asking whether the entry should be deleted X Select Yes or No and press W to confirm If you select Yes the entry is deleted If you select No the process is aborted Map operation and settings Note Company l...

Page 171: ...r destination position Centering the map on the vehicle position X To show the menu press W the COMAND controller X Select Position in the navigation system menu bar by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Vehicle Position Map and press W to confirm or if the crosshair is shown press the back button This hides the crosshair Centering on an intermediate s...

Page 172: ...on X To show the menu press W the COMAND controller X Select Navi in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Map Orientation and press W to confirm A dot indicates the current setting X Select North Up Heading Up Bird s eye View or 3 D Map by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X To exit the menu slide XVY the C...

Page 173: ... display Showing text information During route guidance you can have map information displayed at the bottom edge of the display X To show the menu press W the COMAND controller X Select Navi in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The main area is active X Select Navi again and press W to confirm The navigation menu opens X Select Text I...

Page 174: ...raphical map uses different colors to depict elevation The color key generally reflects the topography s dominant vegetation or the ground s perceived color when seen from the air for example Rgreen for lowland Ryellow or brown for hills Rgray or white for mountains X To show the menu press W the COMAND controller X Select Navi in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND cont...

Page 175: ...tion On Mapand press W to confirm X Select a category and press W to confirm Depending on the previous state switch the option on O or off ª RTraffic incidents Road sections are illustrated with a yellow line and arrows Warning messages or traffic incidents are represented on the map by appropriate symbols and or yellow red arrows Explanation of symbols Y page 161 RSpeed Flow Road sections are rep...

Page 176: ... activation process may take up to ten minutes If registration is not included when purchasing the system your credit card details will be required to activate your account Compass function You can display the current compass direction heading in which the front of the vehicle is facing Current compass heading Geo coordinates In the compass view you can see the current direction of travel the curr...

Page 177: ...g cloth to clean discs When cleaning CDs you should wipe in straight lines from the center outwards rather than in a circular motion RPlace DVDs back in their cases after use RProtect DVDs from heat and direct sunlight Map software copy protection Map software for COMAND is subject to a charge The map software has just one activation code which is usable in one vehicle only and is not transferable...

Page 178: ...e installation should be carried out X Select Yes or No If you select Yes the map data is installed If you select No COMAND automatically ejects the DVD and the installation of the map software is canceled X Take the DVD out of the slot If an activation code is required for the map software a prompt appears in the display requesting the code to be entered X Enter the activation code and confirm th...

Page 179: ...cess is successfully completed you will see a message to this effect X To confirm the message press W COMAND ejects the DVD X Take the DVD out of the slot The installation is complete When the installation process is not successfully completed you will see a message to this effect X To confirm the message press W COMAND ejects the DVD X Take the DVD out of the slot Navigation 177 COMAND Z ...

Page 180: ...fter towing X Start the vehicle and pull away COMAND determines the vehicle s position Depending on the driving situation this may take some time Route guidance may be restricted during the determination of the vehicle s location When positioning is complete route guidance is resumed with navigation announcements and route guidance displays The Navigation function unavailable message appears COMAN...

Page 181: ...erface and a suitable mobile phone you can use the hands free system import contacts from the mobile phone and receive vCards More detailed information on suitable mobile phones and on connecting Bluetooth capable mobile phones to COMAND can be found on the Internet at http www mbusa mobile com Or call the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center on 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 800 367 6372 for the USA or...

Page 182: ...one or you may have to wait before using it in the following situations Rwhen the mobile phone is switched off Rwhen the Bluetooth function is switched off in COMAND Rwhen the Bluetooth function is switched off on the mobile phone Rif the mobile phone is not logged into a mobile phone network i The telephone automatically tries to log on to a network If no network is available you will not be able...

Page 183: ...ficiently charged in order to prevent malfunctions In preparation for telephoning via the Bluetooth interface you should check the following items on your mobile phone see the mobile phone operating instructions X Hands Free Profile The mobile phone must support Hands Free Profile 1 0 or above i Certain displays and functions e g signal strength display conference connection are available dependin...

Page 184: ...wly detected mobile phone in range not yet authorized Ï The Bluetooth telephones list shows all mobile phones within range and all previously authorized mobile phones whether or not they are in range i If the Bluetooth telephones list is already full you will be requested to de authorize a mobile phone Y page 184 If COMAND does not find your mobile phone external authorization Y page 183 may be ne...

Page 185: ... to particular security settings on your mobile phone In this case you can test if your mobile phone can find COMAND The Bluetooth device name of COMAND is MB Bluetooth Observe the following some mobile phones require that you reconnect to COMAND after you have entered the passcode see the mobile phone operating instructions The mobile phone cannot otherwise be authorized X Press the S function bu...

Page 186: ...stering de authorizing a mobile phone Mercedes Benz USA LLC recommends de authorizating in both COMAND and the mobile phone Subsequent authorization may otherwise fail X To call up the telephone menu press the S function button once or twice X Select Data Connections in the telephone basic menu by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Bluetooth Telephones...

Page 187: ...n on the optimal setting for your mobile phone on the Internet at http www mbusa mobile com Or call the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center on 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 800 367 6372 for the USA or Customer Relations on 1 800 387 0100 for Canada i Incorrect settings may have a significant impact on the quality of calls X Press the S function button X Select Data Connections in the telephone basic m...

Page 188: ...all is finished you see the display of the previous main application again Making a call Entering a telephone number using the telephone keypad X Call up the telephone basic menu Y page 184 X Enter all the digits of the phone number using the telephone keypad X To make a call press the 6 button on the telephone keypad or on the multifunction steering wheel Entering a telephone number using the tel...

Page 189: ...e hands free microphone on off This function is also available during an active phone call X To call up the telephone basic menu Y page 184 X To switch off select Mike OFF and press W to confirm or X Press the 8 button on the multifunction steering wheel If the microphone is switched off the display shows the Q symbol and the The microphone is turned OFF message appears for a short period X To swi...

Page 190: ...e does not support HFP 1 5 or above then the call which was active is canceled as soon as the second call is accepted Calling additional parties You can call a second person while on the phone with someone else This action puts the previous call on hold X Select NEW from the telephone basic menu and press W to confirm or X Select SEND on the telephone keypad X Enter the phone number manually Y pag...

Page 191: ... transmit a phone book entry as a character string X To transmit individual characters once a connection has been established to the answer phone select the desired characters in the character bar and press W to confirm or X To send a phone book entry as a DTMF sequence select Name by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select the desired phone book entry and press W to conf...

Page 192: ...ontacts created in COMAND can also be viewed without a mobile phone For this reason delete the phone book before selling or transferring ownership of your vehicle Existing contact data can be imported from the memory card manually X To import data load the memory card X Select Data Connections in the telephone basic menu by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X ...

Page 193: ...data transfer on the external Bluetooth device N operating instructions of the device The data on the vCards is automatically transferred to the address book The number of vCards received is displayed X To cancel reception press W or X Press the back button on the center console Calling up contacts details You can call up contacts with the list or by using the character bar Phone book address book...

Page 194: ... W to confirm Repeat this procedure until COMAND automatically switches over to the list You determine the first letter of the entry you are looking for with the first character you enter If there are similar entries the next character which is different will be displayed and offered for selection i You can also use the telephone number keypad to enter characters Creating new contacts changing con...

Page 195: ...ncel data entry select the symbol in character bar and press W to confirm If one of the data fields contains data a prompt will appear asking whether you wish to store the entry X To save data entry select the symbol in character bar and press W to confirm The entry is created in the phone book and in the address book Deleting contacts X To delete a group of contacts select Data Connections in the...

Page 196: ...Data Connections in the telephone basic menu by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Address Book and press W to confirm X Call contact Y page 191 and press W to confirm X Select the telephone number by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Starting route guidance to an entry i This function is available as soon as you have stored a de...

Page 197: ...h for an address book entry with a voice tag X Select Options by sliding VY and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Voice Name and press W to confirm X Select Listen and press W to confirm You will hear the voice tag Using call lists Introduction COMAND displays lists of calls received including missed calls and made during phone operation The respective menu item can...

Page 198: ... Select Options by sliding VY the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Save Number and press W to confirm X Select New Entry and press W to confirm X Select a category for the number e g Home and press W to confirm X Select a category for the phone e g Cellular Phone Number and press W to confirm Number category Display phone book and address book Unclassified No symbol Home 6 Work Te...

Page 199: ... stores the data if there are fewer than five numbers assigned to the entry you are searching for You will see a message to this effect If five numbers are stored for the entry you are searching for a prompt will appear asking whether you wish to overwrite one of the existing numbers X Select Yes or No and press W to confirm If you select Yes a selection list with the five existing numbers appears...

Page 200: ...unctions Switching wavebands X Select FM AM or WB in the radio display by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Waveband submenu is opened 1 The waveband submenu the dot shows the waveband currently set X Select a waveband and press W to confirm You will hear the last station played on the selected waveband Selecting a station Selecting a station using the station...

Page 201: ...F 87 7 107 9 MHz WB Weather Band Weather report channels i You can only enter currently permitted numbers i If you enter a frequency in the FM or AM wavebands which is outside the frequency range COMAND tunes in to the next lower frequency Storing stations Storing stations manually There are twenty presets available for the FM and AM wavebands X Quick save press and hold a number key e g l until y...

Page 202: ...ions are automatically stored in the preset positions X To cancel storing select Cancel and press W to confirm Weather Band Switching on X Select the currently set waveband FM or AM by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select WB from the menu and press W to confirm Display window with the channel setting Currently received channel Channel list Weather Band s...

Page 203: ...Important notes The HD Radio section provides detailed information on the following Rspecial functions available exclusively for HD Radio when compared with analog AM and FM radio Rselecting an HD Radio station Rdisplaying program information i Optional HD Radio equipment is required to make use of the HD Radio functions described here Registration is not required i HD Radio functions offer Rdigit...

Page 204: ...ou hear the analog program of this frequency As soon as you change to another HD Radio frequency the HD Radio is reactivated HD Radio display 1 Display selection window with frequency display 2 Preset number 3 Name of the selected station with HD icon and program number 4 Station frequency 5 Sound settings 6 FM AM or WB radio 7 Program information 8 Station presets 9 Radio functions Switching wave...

Page 205: ...tegories offered by the provider Satellite radio mode may be temporarily unavailable or interrupted for a variety of reasons These reasons include environmental or topographical conditions as well as other issues beyond the control of Mercedes Benz USA LLC Operation may also be impaired in certain locations e g tunnels multi storey car parks or within as well as close to buildings i SIRIUS XM Radi...

Page 206: ...er audio mode is switched on you can now switch to satellite radio mode in the audio menu X Select Audio by sliding ZV the COMAND controller and pressing W to confirm The audio menu appears X Select Sat Radio and press W to confirm The No Service message appears when starting up or if no signal is being received If the satellite receiver is not installed or is not installed correctly the Device no...

Page 207: ... SatRadio menu appears Entering channel numbers directly Option 1 X Press the Ä button An input menu appears Option 2 X Select Sat Radio in the submenu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Enter Channel and press W to confirm An input menu appears X To enter a channel irrespective of the option press the corresponding number keys on the control panel one after t...

Page 208: ...set a channel select a preset by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm or X Press a number key e g 4 Using the multifunction steering wheel X Press or to select the Audio menu X Press 9 or briefly Displaying information X Select Info in the submenu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Information on the currently received program is displayed X To retu...

Page 209: ... DVD which may be in slot X Wait until the indicator lamp for button which has been pressed flashes quickly X Insert the CD DVD to be loaded into slot If the CD DVD has been inserted properly and it is a permissible type the last CD DVD loaded will be played X To load all six magazine trays press button The DVD changer checks the load status of all magazine trays and switches to the first empty tr...

Page 210: ...page 207 or an SD card Y page 208 or connect a USB device Y page 220 COMAND loads the medium inserted and starts to play it Option 2 X Press the R function button once or twice X Select an audio medium from the media list Y page 210 Option 3 X Select Audio in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The last active audio source is now activat...

Page 211: ... F Music search G Stop function H Pause function I Audio DVD mode Example display MP3 mode Disc type Disc number File or track name ID3 tags Disc or directory name A Current playback option B Track time C Graphic time and track display D Sound settings E Media selection F Music search G Artist ID3 tags H MP3 functions Pause function In audio CD DVD and MP3 mode X To pause playback briefly press th...

Page 212: ... X Select É and confirm by pressing W twice in rapid succession Ì is highlighted X To restart playback select Ì and press W to confirm Playback starts at the beginning of the DVD Selecting CD audio DVD MP3 discs Selecting via the media list X In CD audio DVD and MP3 mode select Media by sliding VÆ or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The media list appears The dot indicates ...

Page 213: ... multifunction steering wheel Selecting by track list X In audio mode select Search by sliding VÆ or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Current Track List or X Press W the COMAND controller in audio mode when the display selection window is active X Select Current Track List by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select the track by turning cVd...

Page 214: ...ity The search can be carried out after the scanning process is finished Selecting a folder This function is only available in MP3 mode X Switch on MP3 mode Y page 208 X Select Search by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Folder by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm You will see the tracks in the folder X Select a t...

Page 215: ...e Media Database Introduction This function is only available in audio CD mode There is a version of the music recognition software from Gracenote Emeryville California USA on the hard disk You will recognize this by the logo which can be seen in the bottom right hand corner of certain audio displays Many audio CDs contain CD text COMAND uses the information contained therein to display the artist...

Page 216: ... 208 X Select DVD A by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Group by turning cVd and press W to confirm The list of available groups appears The dot indicates the group currently selected X To exit the menu slide XVY the COMAND controller or press the button Playback options The following options are available to you RNormal Track Sequence The tracks are...

Page 217: ... names accordingly for the display Folders which contain data other than MP3 or WMA tracks are not displayed by COMAND If MP3 or WMA files are stored in the root directory itself the root directory will also be treated as a folder COMAND will then show the name of the root directory as the folder name You must observe the following when assigning track names Rtrack names must have at least 1 chara...

Page 218: ...ntain any music and COMAND then switches to the next disc This is normal system behavior and does not mean that there is a malfunction Do not affix stickers or labels to the discs They could peel off and damage the drive The drive is designed to hold discs which comply with the EN 60908 standard Therefore you can only use discs with a maximum thickness of 1 3 mm If you insert thicker discs e g tho...

Page 219: ... case you will see a message to this effect 1 Selecting a data medium X Select Audio by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The audio menu appears X Select Music Register and press W to confirm X Select Copy Music Files and press W to confirm Data medium selected X To select a disc slide ZVÆ or turn cVd and press W to confirm The data medium is loaded 2 Selectin...

Page 220: ...e is not enough memory space you will see a message to this effect X To cancel copying select Cancel Music files are stored in the MUSIC REGISTER up until the point of cancellation Deleting all music files This function deletes all music files from the MUSIC REGISTER The deletion procedure may take several minutes In order to prevent malfunctions do not use COMAND during this period X Select Music...

Page 221: ...Select Rename Delete Files by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select the folder track by turning cVd X Select Options by sliding VY and press W to confirm X Select Delete and press W to confirm A query appears No is highlighted If you select Yes the folders tracks are deleted You see the Please wait message Then you see the Deletion Successful message If y...

Page 222: ... USB devices are supported RUSB sticks flash memory RUSB hard drives requiring a startup permanent current of a maximum of 800 mA it may be necessary to connect a separate power supply Rcertain MP3 players i The Media Interface supports USB storage media of USB Device Subclass 6 Information concerning USB Device Subclass 6 is available from the equipment manufacturer For details and a list of supp...

Page 223: ...ke up to several minutes this depends on the external device and its content e g video podcasts Only use the original software to save files on iPods or MP3 players Otherwise some or all functions may not be available Option 1 X Connect an external device Y page 220 COMAND activates the device Following this the basic display appears if there are any playable files on the data carrier or X Select ...

Page 224: ...ng to a track X To skip forwards or back to a track turn cVd the COMAND controller when the display selection window is active The skip forward function skips to the next track The skip back function skips to the beginning of the current track if the track has been playing for more than eight seconds If the track has been playing for less than eight seconds it skips to the start of the previous tr...

Page 225: ...storage devices you can choose to display the metadata contained in the tags of the encoded music data or to display the file and directory names during playback X To display the album and artist name select Media Interface in the basic display by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Display Metadata and press W to confirm Selecting a category and openin...

Page 226: ...ction is available for alphabetically sorted directories This function is not available for albums or playlists for example X In a directory press the corresponding number key once or several times to select the first letter of the artist s name e g for an artist beginning with the letter C press number key l three times The available letters are listed at the lower edge of the display If the dire...

Page 227: ...ess W to confirm Notes on USB devices Data formats The following data formats are supported RMP3 CBR VBR up to 320 kbit s RWMA CBR VBR up to 320 kbit s Notes on USB devices RIn order to keep the initialization time to a minimum store only music data on a USB device RApproximately 10 000 tracks are supported Multiple partitions should be used for larger numbers of tracks RDo not use USB extension l...

Page 228: ...ossible volume cannot be reached On some devices it is possible to adjust the volume separately In this case start at a medium volume and increase it gradually This enables you to determine whether the system is able to play tones at high volume without distorting them Video General information Automatic picture shutoff If the vehicle is traveling faster than approximately 3 mph 5 km h and video D...

Page 229: ... discs There are a large variety of discs DVD authoring software writing software and writers available This variety means that there is no guarantee that the system will be able to play discs that you have copied yourself Do not affix stickers or labels to the discs as they could peel off and damage COMAND Stickers can cause the disc to bend which can result in read errors and disc recognition pr...

Page 230: ... Select Video in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Video DVD mode is switched on Hiding showing the navigation menu X To show turn cVd or slide ZVÆ the COMAND controller i This function is not available while the DVD s own menu Y page 230 is being displayed X To hide slide ZVÆ the COMAND controller or X Wait for approximately eight sec...

Page 231: ...ow the menu X To interrupt playback select É by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The Ë display changes to Ì The video image is hidden X To continue playback select Ì and press W to confirm Playback continues from the point where it was interrupted X To stop playback while playback is interrupted select É again and press W to confirm or X During playback confirm É by pressin...

Page 232: ...V by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select DVD Functions and press W to confirm A menu appears X Select Title Selection by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select a film title and press W to confirm DVD menu Calling up the DVD menu The DVD menu is the menu stored on the DVD itself It is structured in various ways according to the individual DVD...

Page 233: ... item from the DVD menu X Select the Back to the movie menu item in the menu and press W to confirm Setting the language and audio format This function is not available on all DVDs If it is available you can set the DVD menu language the audio language or the audio format The number of settings is determined by the DVD content It is possible that the settings may also be accessed in the DVD menu Y...

Page 234: ...troller and press W to confirm If video AUX mode was the last mode selected it will now be active If another video source is switched on you can now switch to video AUX mode in the video menu X Select Video and press W to confirm X Select AUX and press W to confirm The video AUX menu appears You will hear and see the content of the external video source if it is connected and switched to playback ...

Page 235: ...dividual vehicle functions by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Opening from the Vehicle menu X Select Vehicle in the main function bar by sliding XVY and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The Vehicle submenu opens X Select the individual vehicle functions in the menu by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to con...

Page 236: ...ess W to confirm The main area is active X Select the Rear Window Sunshade function by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Activating deactivating the automatic folding mirror function In the Automatic Mirror Folding menu you can set the exterior mirrors so that they automatically fold in when the vehicle is locked X To activate deactivate automatic mirror foldi...

Page 237: ...X Select the Easy Entry Exit Feature menu by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller The EASY ENTRY EXIT feature menu appears The current setting is indicated by a dot X Select Setting by sliding ZVÆ or turning cVd the COMAND controller The selected setting is indicated by a dot Setting the interior exterior lighting delayed switch off time Interior lighting you can set whether and for ho...

Page 238: ...g on a scale of 0 off to 5 bright X To set the ambient lighting select Vehicle in the main function bar by sliding XVY and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The main area is active X Select the Ambient Lighting menu by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller The ambient lighting menu appears The current setting is indicated by a dot X Select Setting by sliding ZVÆ o...

Page 239: ...ning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The main area is active X Select the Automatic Locking function by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Activating deactivating the trunk lid opening height restriction X To activate deactivate the trunk lid opening height restriction select Vehicle in the main function bar by sliding XVY and turning cVd the C...

Page 240: ...ntroller X To confirm the selection press W the COMAND controller Setting the air distribution You can set the air distribution separately for the driver s and front passenger side X Select left air distribution or right air distribution B by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Directs air through the defroster vents P Directs air through the center and side air vents O Direct...

Page 241: ...ol main menu You can Rswitch cooling with dehumidification on or off Æ Rcontrol climate control centrally Mono Radjust the Footwell Temperature Rset the Airflow for the air vents Switching cooling with air dehumidification on off Cooling is operational when the engine is running and cools according to the selected interior temperature for the vehicle Cooling also dehumidifies the air inside the ve...

Page 242: ...sing COMAND Rpress one of the rocker switches to operate automatic climate control on the front passenger side Adjusting the footwell temperature You can use the Footwell Temperature function to set the temperature difference between the footwell and the rest of the vehicle interior i This setting is quite effective in automatic mode especially at low outside temperatures The greater the value you...

Page 243: ...play is active A scale appears X To move to the lower menu bar select by sliding ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm i When you press the T function button the previously adjusted seat is active X To adjust the lumbar support select by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Multicontour seat i Information about the components and operating principles o...

Page 244: ...djust the multicontour seat Rred this is the desired value which you specify when making the setting Rwhite this is the current value It is changed gradually until it reaches the desired value Adjusting the seat side bolsters This function allows you to adjust the air cushions in the seat side bolsters X Select the seat Y page 242 X Select Seat Sides by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND contro...

Page 245: ...the backrest X Select the seat Y page 242 X Select Shoulders by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm A scale appears X Select Setting by sliding ZVÆ or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Resetting adjustments You can reset the seat settings to the factory settings X Select the seat Y page 242 X Select Reset All by sliding XVY or turning cVd ...

Page 246: ...imately 6 to 20 minutes depending on the setting Uploading downloading data With this function you can transfer COMAND data from one system vehicle to another system vehicle You can use either a USB stick or an SD card as temporary storage You can only transfer the complete transferable data record The following data is included in the complete transferable data record Rnavigation destination memo...

Page 247: ...e the storage medium Transferring data to another system vehicle X Insert connect the storage medium SD card or USB stick with the saved data into to the relevant interface X Select Vehicle in the main function bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The Vehicle menu appears X Select System and press W to confirm X Select Upload Download Data and press W to confirm X Select...

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Page 249: ...Useful information 248 Exterior lighting 248 Interior lighting 253 Replacing bulbs 254 Windshield wipers 255 247 Lights and windshield wipers ...

Page 250: ...workshop as close to the border as possible before driving in these countries To convert to asymmetrical low beam after returning have the headlamps converted back to asymmetrical low beam at a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible after crossing the border and returning to the original country Light switch Operation Depending on the date of manufacture of your vehicle the c or Ã symbo...

Page 251: ...dence over the daytime running lamps Daytime running lamps in the USA In the USA the daytime running lamps are deactivated upon delivery from the factory X To activate the daytime running lamps activate the daytime running lamps function in the on board computer Y page 347 X Turn the light switch to or c With the engine running depending on the ambient light the daytime running lamps or the low be...

Page 252: ... out to the first detent The green N indicator lamp on the light switch lights up X To switch off the front fog lamps press the light switch in as far as it will go The green N indicator lamp on the light switch goes out Rear fog lamp X To switch on the rear fog lamp turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the engine X Turn the light switch to L or T If the light switch is se...

Page 253: ...ument cluster goes out High beam flasher X To switch on turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 1 or 2 or start the engine X Pull the combination switch in the direction of arrow Hazard warning lamps The hazard warning lamps automatically switch on if Ran air bag is deployed Rthe vehicle is slowed down rapidly from a speed of over 45 mph 70 km h and comes to a halt X To switch on the ha...

Page 254: ...cles with their lights on either approaching from the opposite direction or traveling in front of your vehicle and consequently switches the headlamps from high beam to low beam The system automatically adapts the low beam headlamp range depending on the distance to the other vehicle Once the system no longer detects any other vehicles it reactivates the high beam headlamps The system s optical se...

Page 255: ...destrians RRoad users with dim lighting of their own e g cyclists RRoad users whose lighting is obstructed e g road users behind a guardrail RIn some seldom cases even road users with a lighting system of their own may be recognized too late or not at all The automatic high beam headlamps will then not be deactivated or it will be activated in spite of preceding or oncoming road users This could e...

Page 256: ...at a qualified workshop If your vehicle is equipped with Xenon bulbs you can recognize this by the following the cone of light from the Xenon bulbs moves from the top to the bottom and back again when you start the engine For this to be observed the lights must be switched on before starting the engine Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of vehicle safety You must therefore make sure that thes...

Page 257: ...s X Switch off the lights X Open the hood X Turn housing cover counter clockwise and pull it out X Turn bulb holder counter 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 X Turn bulb holder clockwise X Align housing cover and turn it clockwise until it engages Windshield wipers Switching the windshield wipers on off G WARNIN...

Page 258: ...or is more sensitive than in the Ä position causing the windshield wipers to wipe more frequently Replacing the wiper blades Important safety notes G WARNING For safety reasons switch off the windshield wipers and remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock before changing the wiper blades vehicles with KEYLESS GO make sure that the on board electronics are in state 0 Otherwise the wiper motor coul...

Page 259: ...the wiper arm in the opposite direction to the arrow Make sure that the wiper blade slides fully onto the retaining pin on the wiper arm X Turn the wiper blade parallel to the wiper arm X Fold the wiper arm back onto the windshield Problems with the windshield wipers The windshield wipers are obstructed Leaves or snow for example may be obstructing the windshield wiper movement The wiper motor has...

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Page 261: ...Useful information 260 Overview of climate control sys tems 260 Operating the climate control sys tems 261 Setting the air vents 266 259 Climate control ...

Page 262: ...le interior and filters undesirable substances from the air Automatic climate control is only operational when the engine is running13 Optimum operation is only achieved if you drive with the side windows and sliding sunroof closed You can also set some automatic climate control functions via COMAND Y page 237 i Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period during warm weather e g using the convenience...

Page 263: ...ker switch lights up RSet the temperature to 72 22 ROnly use the defrosting function briefly until the windshield is clear again ROnly use air recirculation mode briefly e g if there are unpleasant outside odors or when in a tunnel The windows could otherwise fog up as in air recirculation mode no fresh air is drawn into the vehicle RUse the residual heat function if you want to heat or ventilate ...

Page 264: ...not contain chlorofluorocarbons and therefore does not damage the ozone layer Problems with the cooling with air dehumidification function If you can no longer switch on the cooling with air dehumidification function via COMAND the cooling with air dehumidification function is switched off due to a malfunction X Consult a qualified specialist workshop Setting climate control to automatic G WARNING...

Page 265: ...nts b Directs air through the defroster center and side air vents W Sets the air distribution to automatic The air distribution can be set using COMAND Y page 238 Setting the airflow You can select different airflow settings for the driver s and front passenger sides X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock X To increase reduce press the K rocker switch up or down You can also use CO...

Page 266: ... this setting until the windshield is clear again Windows fogged up on the outside X Switch on the windshield wipers X Activate automatic climate control i You should only select this setting until the windshield is clear again Rear window defroster Activating deactivating G WARNING Any accumulation of snow and ice should be removed from the rear window before driving Visibility could otherwise be...

Page 267: ...ally Rafter approximately five minutes at outside temperatures below approximately 41 5 Rafter approximately five minutes if cooling with air dehumidification is deactivated Rafter approximately 30 minutes at outside temperatures above approximately 41 5 Activating deactivating the residual heat function It is possible to make use of the residual heat of the engine to continue heating the stationa...

Page 268: ...draft free ventilation adjust the sliders of the air vents to the center position Setting the center air vents Fixed center air vent Center air vent right Center vent thumbwheel right Center vent thumbwheel left A Center air vent left X To open close turn thumbwheels and up or down Setting the side air vents X To open close turn thumbwheel up or down i Side window defroster vent is never completel...

Page 269: ...red in the glove box could be damaged X To open turn thumbwheel counter clockwise from position 3 to position 2 X To close turn thumbwheel clockwise from position 2 to position 3 Setting the rear compartment air vents Setting the center vents in the rear compartment Rear compartment air vent left Rear compartment air vent right Rear compartment air vent thumbwheel right Rear compartment air vent t...

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Page 271: ...Useful information 270 Breaking in notes 270 Driving 270 Automatic transmission 277 Refueling 284 Parking 287 Driving tips 290 Driving systems 294 269 Driving and parking ...

Page 272: ...n increase the engine speed gradually and bring the vehicle up to full speed Additional breaking in notes for AMG vehicles Rdo not drive faster than 85 mph 140 km h for the first 1 000 miles 1 500 km Ronly allow the engine to reach a maximum engine speed of 4 500 rpm briefly Rchange gear in good time i You should also observe these breaking in notes if the engine or parts of the drive train on you...

Page 273: ...the ignition lock even if it is not the correct SmartKey for the vehicle The ignition is not switched on The engine cannot be started KEYLESS GO General information Vehicles with KEYLESS GO are equipped with a SmartKey featuring an integrated KEYLESS GO function and a detachable Start Stop button The Start Stop button must be inserted into the ignition lock and the SmartKey must be in the vehicle ...

Page 274: ...es G WARNING Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide CO and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and possible death Do not run the engine in confined areas such as a garage which are not properly ventilated If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving have the cause determined and corrected immediately If you mus...

Page 275: ...mally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal 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 parking lock released If you do not depress the brake pedal you can move the DIRECT SELECT lever but the parking lock remains engaged X Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed X Shift the transmissi...

Page 276: ...ll of the vehicle s systems remain active If you open the door unfasten your seat belt or remove your foot from the brake pedal the engine will automatically start The vehicle may begin moving You could suffer serious or even fatal injury or cause an accident resulting in injury or death Never leave the vehicle while the ECO symbol in the multifunction display is shown in green or yellow Always se...

Page 277: ...activating the ECO start stop function General notes You can deactivate and activate the ECO start stop function using COMAND Y page 233 i You can also use the programmable button Y page 111 to activate and deactivate the ECO start stop function if you have assigned this function to the button Deactivating X Deactivate the ECO start stop function using COMAND Y page 233 The symbol goes out and the...

Page 278: ...art despite attempts to jump start it X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The starter motor was exposed to a thermal load that was too high X Allow the starter motor to cool down for approximately two minutes X Try to start the engine again If the engine still does not start X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The engine is not running smoothly and is misfiring There is a malfunction i...

Page 279: ...erse gear N Neutral D Drive i The DIRECT SELECT lever always returns to its original position The current transmission position P R N or D appears in the transmission position display Y page 278 in the multifunction display Engaging park position P X Push the DIRECT SELECT lever in the direction of arrow P i The automatic transmission shifts into park position P automatically Rif you open the driv...

Page 280: ...the brake pedal and keep it depressed Rshift to neutral N Rrelease the brake pedal Rif the electric parking brake is engaged release it Rswitch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey in the ignition lock Using KEYLESS GO Rmake sure that the ignition is switched on Rwhen the vehicle is stationary depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed Rengage park position P Rrelease the brake pedal Rremove...

Page 281: ... you must always apply the electric parking brake to secure the vehicle If the vehicle electronics are malfunctioning the transmission may be locked in position P Have the vehicle electronics checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop 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 The transmissio...

Page 282: ...the vehicle limits shifting back and forth between transmission positions D and R to a maximum speed of 5 mph 9 km h To shift back and forth between transmission positions D and R move the selector lever up and down beyond the pressure point Working on the vehicle G WARNING When working on the vehicle engage the electronic parking brake and shift the automatic transmission into park position P Oth...

Page 283: ...is characterized by the following Rthe vehicle pulling away more gently in forward and reverse gears unless the accelerator pedal is depressed fully Rincreased sensitivity This improves driving stability on slippery road surfaces for example Rthe automatic transmission shifting up sooner This results in the vehicle being driven at lower engine speeds and the wheels being less likely to spin Drive ...

Page 284: ...ering wheel paddle shifter and hold it in position The automatic transmission shifts to the gear which allows optimum acceleration and deceleration To do this the automatic transmission shifts down one or more gears Manual drive program Switching on the manual drive program The manual drive program is only available for AMG vehicles Manual drive program M is different from drive program S with reg...

Page 285: ...own the automatic transmission will shift down to a gear that will allow the vehicle to accelerate or pull away again i For maximum acceleration pull the left hand steering wheel paddle shifter until the transmission selects the optimum gear for the current speed Kickdown i Kickdown is not possible in manual drive program M Switching off the manual drive program X Press the program selector button...

Page 286: ... could otherwise be damaged Contact a qualified specialist workshop for a performance test To prevent ESP from intervening the ignition must be switched off SmartKey or the Start Stop button in position 0 or 1 if Rthe electric parking brake is being tested on a brake dynamometer Rthe vehicle is being towed with only one axle raised not permitted for vehicles with 4MATIC The brake system could othe...

Page 287: ...strument cluster The arrow next to the filling pump indicates the side of the vehicle Opening X Switch off the engine X Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock X KEYLESS GO open the driver s door This corresponds to SmartKey position 0 SmartKey removed The driver s door can be closed again X Press the fuel filler flap in the direction of arrow The fuel filler flap opens slightly X Open the fuel...

Page 288: ...i Close the fuel filler flap before locking the vehicle Otherwise the locking pin of the central locking prevents the fuel filler flap from closing 286 Refueling Driving and parking ...

Page 289: ...and cause a vehicle fire Do not park the vehicle on dry grassland or harvested grain fields Unintended vehicle movement can cause serious personal injury or damage to the vehicle or the vehicle drivetrain To reduce such risks always do the following before turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle Rkeep your right foot on the brake pedal Rengage the electric parking brake Rshift the automatic...

Page 290: ...Key removed i If you use the Start Stop button to switch off the engine the automatic transmission shifts to N automatically If you then open the driver s or front passenger door the automatic transmission shifts to P i In an emergency the engine can be turned off while the vehicle is in motion by pressing and holding the Start Stop button for 3 seconds This function operates independently from th...

Page 291: ...lerate If the automatic transmission is in position R the trunk lid must be closed If your seat belt is not fastened the following conditions must be fulfilled to automatically release the electric parking brake Rthe driver s door is closed Ryou have shifted out of P or you have previously driven faster than 3 km h Ryou have shifted out of P or you have previously driven faster than 2 mph 3 km h E...

Page 292: ...res should always be inflated to the recommended tire pressure X Remove unnecessary loads X Remove roof racks when they are not needed X Warm up the engine at low engine speeds X Avoid frequent acceleration or braking X Have all maintenance work carried out as indicated by the service intervals in the Maintenance Booklet or by the service interval display Fuel consumption also increases when drivi...

Page 293: ...ety notes G WARNING On slippery road surfaces never downshift in order to obtain braking action This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control Your vehicle s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control G WARNING Make sure that you do not endanger other road users when you apply the brakes Downhill gradients On long and steep gradients you must reduce the load on the brakes...

Page 294: ...fied specialist workshop All checks and maintenance work on the brake system must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop Consult a qualified specialist workshop to arrange this Have brake pads installed and brake fluid replaced at a qualified specialist workshop G WARNING If brake pads or brake fluid other than those recommended are used the braking properties of the vehicle can be degr...

Page 295: ...erformance brake system is designed for heavy loads This may lead to noise when braking This will depend on Rspeed Rbraking force Renvironmental conditions such as temperature and humidity The wear of individual components of the brake system such as the brake pads linings or brake discs depends on the individual driving style and operating conditions For this reason it is impossible to state a mi...

Page 296: ... Avoid sudden acceleration steering and braking maneuvers Do not use the cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS If the vehicle threatens to skid or cannot be stopped when moving at low speed X Shift the transmission to position N i For more information on driving with snow chains see Y page 455 G WARNING Make sure that you do not endanger other road users when you apply the brakes Driving systems cruise...

Page 297: ...or pedal Cruise control is activated The vehicle automatically maintains the stored speed i Cruise control may be unable to maintain the stored speed on uphill gradients The stored speed is resumed when the gradient evens out Cruise control maintains the stored speed on downhill gradients by automatically applying the brakes Storing the current speed or calling up the last stored speed G WARNING T...

Page 298: ...ear a warning tone You will see the Cruise Control Off message in the multifunction display for approximately five seconds i When you switch off the engine the last speed stored is cleared DISTRONIC PLUS Important safety notes DISTRONIC PLUS regulates the speed and automatically helps you maintain the distance to the vehicle detected in front DISTRONIC PLUS brakes automatically so that the set spe...

Page 299: ...e radar system only Removal tampering or altering of the device will void any warranties and is not permitted by the FCC Do not tamper with alter or use in any non approved way Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment i Canada only This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1...

Page 300: ...d traffic conditions is necessary at all times whether DISTRONIC PLUS is active or not The use of DISTRONIC PLUS can be dangerous on winding roads or in heavy traffic because conditions do not allow safe driving at a constant speed DISTRONIC PLUS does not react to stationary objects on the road for example a vehicle stopped in traffic or an abandoned vehicle DISTRONIC PLUS likewise does not react ...

Page 301: ...IC PLUS Storing the current speed or calling up the last stored speed A Setting the specified minimum distance Switching on DISTRONIC PLUS storing and maintaining the current speed Important safety notes G WARNING The vehicle can be braked when DISTRONIC PLUS is activated For this reason deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS if the vehicle is to be set in motion by other means e g in a car wash or by towing I...

Page 302: ... the cruise control lever to set the specified minimum distance Y page 302 Pulling away X If the vehicle in front pulls away remove your foot from the brake pedal X Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you or X Accelerate briefly Your vehicle pulls away and adapts its speed to that of the vehicle in front Driving If there is no vehicle in front DISTRONIC PLUS operates in the same way as c...

Page 303: ...n the engine compartment the battery or the fuses are tampered with Rthe battery is disconnected If you wish to leave the vehicle or park it deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS and secure the vehicle against rolling away If DISTRONIC PLUS detects that the vehicle in front is stopping it brakes your vehicle until it is stationary Once your vehicle is stationary it remains stationary and you do not need to de...

Page 304: ...lue Setting the specified minimum distance You can set the specified minimum distance for DISTRONIC PLUS by varying the time span between one and two seconds With this function 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 303 G WARNING It is up to the driver to exercise di...

Page 305: ...vated PRE SAFE Brake Vehicle in front if detected Distance indicator current distance to the vehicle in front Specified minimum distance to the vehicle in front adjustable A Own vehicle Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is activated X Select the Distance display function using the on board computer Y page 345 You will see the stored speed for about five seconds when you activate DISTRONIC PLUS After thi...

Page 306: ... brakes in order to slow down further and bring the vehicle to a standstill Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUS Important safety notes The following contains descriptions of certain road and traffic conditions in which you must be particularly attentive In such situations brake if necessary DISTRONIC PLUS is then deactivated G WARNING The DISTRONIC PLUS works to maintain the speed selected by the...

Page 307: ... not yet detected the vehicle in front on the edge of the road because of its narrow width The distance to the vehicle in front will be too short Obstructions and stationary vehicles DISTRONIC PLUS does not brake for obstacles or stationary vehicles If for example the detected vehicle turns a corner and reveals an obstacle or stationary vehicle DISTRONIC PLUS will not brake for these Crossing vehi...

Page 308: ...ctivate the HOLD function if the vehicle is to be set in motion by other means e g in a car wash or by towing Deactivating the HOLD function The HOLD function is deactivated automatically if Ryou accelerate and the transmission is in position D or R Ryou shift the transmission to position P Ryou apply the brakes again with a certain amount of pressure until ë disappears from the instrument cluster...

Page 309: ...arly poor road surfaces Your selection remains stored even if you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock G WARNING To help avoid personal injury keep hands and feet away from wheel housing area and stay away from under the vehicle when lowering the vehicle chassis Setting raised level X Start the engine If indicator lamp is not lit X Press button Indicator lamp lights up The vehicle height is ...

Page 310: ... adjusts its ride height to improve driving safety and reduce fuel consumption Depending on the vehicle height that has been set the vehicle automatically adjusts its height dependent on the current speed As speed increases the vehicle is lowered by up to 0 4 in 10 mm As the speed is reduced the vehicle is raised up to the set vehicle height G WARNING The vehicle is lowered when the engine is swit...

Page 311: ...he firmer suspension tuning in Sport mode ensures even better contact with the road Select this mode when employing a sporty driving style e g on winding country roads X If indicator lamp is not lit press button Indicator lamp lights up You have selected the suspension for a sporty driving style The ABC Active Body Control SPORT message appears in the multifunction display Comfort tuning In Comfor...

Page 312: ...he PARKTRONIC is a supplemental system It is not intended to nor does it replace the need for extreme care The responsibility during parking and other critical maneuvers always remains with the driver G WARNING Make sure no persons or animals are in or near the area in which you are parking maneuvering Otherwise they could be injured PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with ultrasonic sensors ...

Page 313: ... may not function correctly on uneven terrain Minimum distance Center approximately 8in approximately 20cm Corners approximately 8in approximately 20cm If there is an obstacle within this range the relevant warning displays light up and a warning tone sounds If the distance falls below the minimum the distance may no longer be shown Warning displays The warning displays show the distance between t...

Page 314: ...ed One or more segments light up as the vehicle approaches an obstacle depending on the vehicle s distance from the obstacle When the first red segment lights up you hear an intermittent warning for about two seconds From the second red segment you hear a continuous warning This indicates that you have now reached the minimum distance Deactivating activating PARKTRONIC To deactivate activate PARKT...

Page 315: ...ng aid with ultrasound Ultrasound is used to measure the road on both sides of the vehicle A suitable parking space is indicated by the parking symbol You receive steering instructions when parking You may also use PARKTRONIC Y page 310 G WARNING Parking Guidance is merely an aid and may display parking spaces that are not suitable for parking for example Rno parking areas Rparking spaces with uns...

Page 316: ...r heavy rain may lead to a parking space being measured inaccurately Rpay attention to the PARKTRONIC Y page 311 warning messages during the parking procedure Rwhen transporting a load which protrudes from your vehicle you must not use Parking Guidance Rnever use Parking Guidance with snow chains or an emergency spare wheel mounted Rmake sure that the tire pressures are always correct This has a d...

Page 317: ...river s side mirror the instructions G WARNING The Parking Guidance is only an aid and may not detect all obstacles The Parking Guidance does not relieve you of the responsibility to pay attention You are always responsible for safety and must continue to pay attention to your immediate surroundings when parking and maneuvering Otherwise you could endanger yourself and others X Stop the vehicle wh...

Page 318: ... as soon as you hear a tone The vehicle has reached the position in which you need to countersteer Countersteering Red lane indicating the route the vehicle will take with the steering wheel in its current position Yellow lane indicating the route the vehicle will take when you have turned the steering wheel in the required direction X Turn the steering wheel while the vehicle is stationary until ...

Page 319: ... in the COMAND display G WARNING Make sure that no persons or animals are in the maneuvering range Otherwise they could be injured The rear view camera is located in the handle strip of the trunk lid Rear view camera View through the camera The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a mirror image as in the rear view mirror G WARNING The rear view camera is only an aid and may display obstacles R...

Page 320: ... the COMAND display G WARNING Use of rear view camera can be dangerous if you are color blind or have impaired color vision Only use rear view camera if you can see and distinguish all colored guidelines shown by rear view camera on the COMAND system display G WARNING Please note that objects that do not touch the ground may appear to be further away than they actually are for example Rthe bumper ...

Page 321: ...is restricted and warnings may be delayed or not occur at all Rif the road condition is poor e g if the surface is uneven or if there are potholes Rif there is a strong side wind Rif you have adopted a sporty driving style with high cornering speeds or high rates of acceleration Rif you are predominantly driving slower than 50 mph 80 km h or faster than 112 mph 180 km h Rif you are currently using...

Page 322: ...nly an aid designed to assist driving It is not a substitute for attentive driving Do not rely solely on the Night View Assist Plus display Continue to look through the windshield You are responsible for safety and must drive in accordance with traffic conditions You could otherwise put yourself and others in danger The system may be impaired or unavailable if Rthere is poor visibility e g due to ...

Page 323: ...stance to objects and pedestrians cant be gauged accurately by looking at a screen It may be the case that objects are highlighted as well as pedestrians Spotlight function Pedestrian recognition with spotlight function is activated automatically if RNight View Assist Plus with spotlight function is activated Ryou are driving faster than 28 mph 45 km h Rthe surroundings are dark e g when driving o...

Page 324: ...ifunction display in the COMAND section Y page 116 i The spotlight function only switches on when you are driving at speeds of at least 28 mph 45 km h Therefore when the vehicle is stationary or moving slowly you cant check whether Night View Assist Plus with spotlight function is operating When you activate Night View Assist Plus with spotlight function speed display A in the multifunction displa...

Page 325: ... spotlight function appears instead Night View Assist Plus display Pedestrian recognized Framing Symbol for active pedestrian recognition without spotlight function A Speed display You can find out more about adjusting the brightness of the multifunction display in the COMAND section Y page 116 i The infrared lamps switch on automatically from a speed of about 6 mph 10 km h This means that you do ...

Page 326: ...f others stop the vehicle before attempting to clean fogged up windows or the windshield area in front of the Night View Assist Plus camera Please remember that when your vehicle is traveling at a speed of only 30 mph approximately 50 km h it covers a distance of 44 ft approximately 14 m per second X To defrost check the automatic air conditioning settings Y page 264 and fold down the camera cover...

Page 327: ...of your vehicle which are in back of the driver A warning display in the exterior mirrors draws your attention to vehicles detected in the monitored area If you then switch on the corresponding turn signal to change lane you will also receive an optical and audible collision warning If a risk of lateral collision is detected corrective braking may help you avoid a collision To support the course c...

Page 328: ...xt to your vehicle as shown in the diagram For this purpose Active Blind Spot Assist uses radar sensors in the rear bumper G WARNING Active Blind Spot Assist monitors certain areas in the immediate vicinity of your vehicle Vehicles that approach and drive past at high speeds are not detected No visual nor audible warnings are emitted and the system does not brake the vehicle to correct your course...

Page 329: ...the warning only occurs if the difference in speed is less than 7 mph 12km h The yellow indicator lamp goes out if reverse gear is engaged In this event Active Blind Spot Assist is no longer active The brightness of the indicator warning lamps is adjusted automatically according to the ambient light G WARNING Active Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below 20 mph 30km h The indicator lamps ...

Page 330: ...es e g crash barriers located on both sides of your vehicle Ra vehicle approaches you too closely at the side Ryou have adopted a sporty driving style with high cornering speeds Ryou clearly brake or accelerate Ra driving safety system intervenes e g ESP or PRE SAFE Brake RESP is switched off Ra loss of tire pressure or a defective tire is detected Switching on Active Blind Spot Assist X Make sure...

Page 331: ... time cause an accident and injure yourself and others Warning vibration in the steering wheel A warning may be given if a front wheel passes over a lane marking It will warn you by means of intermittent vibration in the steering wheel for up to 1 5 seconds In order that you are warned only when necessary and in good time if you cross the lane marking the system recognizes certain conditions and w...

Page 332: ...count You are responsible for the driving at appropriate speeds braking in good time and steering correctly Always adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions Always pay attention to traffic conditions and your surroundings Otherwise you may fail to recognize dangers in time cause an accident and injure yourself and others No lane correcting brake application occurs...

Page 333: ... board computer Y page 347 Symbol appears in the instrument cluster If your speed exceeds 40 mph 60 km h and lane markings are detected symbol is highlighted in green Active Lane Keeping Assist is ready for use Driving systems 331 Driving and parking Z ...

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Page 335: ... information 334 Important safety notes 334 Displays and operation 334 Menus and submenus 337 Display messages 350 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 386 333 On board computer and displays ...

Page 336: ...ms Driving characteristics may be impaired If you must continue to drive do so with added caution Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible G WARNING Malfunction and warning messages are only indicated for certain systems and are intentionally not very detailed The malfunction and warning messages are simply a reminder with respect to the operation of certain systems They do n...

Page 337: ...may still be icy especially in wooded areas or on bridges Changes in the outside temperature are displayed after a short delay Operating the on board computer The on board computer is activated as soon as you turn the SmartKey to position 2 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 ...

Page 338: ...tions starts station search or starts rapid scrolling through an audio video disc In the Telephone menu starts rapid scrolling through the phone book a Confirms selections and display messages In the Telephone menu switches to the phone book and starts dialing In the Audio menu stops the station search function at the desired station Multifunction display Values and settings as well as display mes...

Page 339: ...dio menu Y page 340 AMG menu in AMG vehicles Y page 341 A Telephone menu Y page 344 B DriveAssist menu Y page 345 C Service menu Y page 347 Rcalling up display messages Y page 350 Rchecking the tire pressure electronically Y page 459 Rcalling up a service due date Y page 424 Roil level check Y page 419 D Settings menu Y page 347 Menus and submenus 337 On board computer and displays Z ...

Page 340: ...itched off for more than four hours R999 hours have been exceeded R9999 miles have been exceeded When 9 999 hours or 99 999 miles have been exceeded the trip computer is automatically reset From Reset Displaying the range and current fuel consumption X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the Trip menu X Press the 9 or button to select Range You can see the current fuel consumption ...

Page 341: ...nstructions Further information Y page 136 X Activate COMAND Y page 124 X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the Navi menu Route guidance not active Direction of travel Current street Route guidance active No change of direction announced Distance to the destination Symbol follow the road s course Distance to the next change of direction Current street Change of direction announce...

Page 342: ...on Lane recommended for the change of direction Other status indicators of the navigation system RO you have reached the destination or an intermediate destination RNew route COMAND is calculating the new route RDirection of Dest Off map or Direction of Dest Off mapped road the vehicle position is outside the area of the digital map off map position RDirection of Dest No Route no route could be ca...

Page 343: ... button until the desired track has been reached If you press and hold the 9 or button the rapid scrolling speed is increased Not all audio drives or data carriers support this function If track information is stored on the audio device or medium the multifunction display will show the number and name of the track The current track does not appear in audio AUX mode Auxiliary audio mode external au...

Page 344: ...Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the AMG menu X Press the 9 button repeatedly until the RACETIMER is shown Gear indicator Seconds indicator RACETIMER Lap You can start the RACETIMER when the engine is running or if the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock X To start press the W button to start the RACETIMER X To display the intermediate time press the X button to show ...

Page 345: ...er appears in the multifunction display X Press the button to select Yes and press the a button to confirm All laps are deleted Overall statistics This function is shown if you have stored at least one lap and stopped the RACETIMER X Press or on the steering wheel to select the AMG menu X Press the 9 button repeatedly until the overall evaluation is shown RACETIMER overall evaluation Total time dr...

Page 346: ...select the Telephone menu You will see one of the following display messages in the multifunction display RTelephone ready or the name of the network provider the mobile phone has found a network and is ready to receive RNo Service no network is available or the mobile phone is searching for a network Accepting a call If someone calls you when you are in the Telephone menu a display message appear...

Page 347: ...r a button to start dialing or X If there is more than one number for a particular name press the 6 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 dialing or X If you do not want to make a call press the or button Redialing The on board computer saves the last names or numbers dialed in the redial memory Calls Dia...

Page 348: ...ed Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and to the non operating status of the ESP X To activate press a again The å warning lamp in the instrument cluster goes out activating deactivating PRE SAFE Brake PRE SAFE Brake is only available in vehicles with DISTRONIC PLUS X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the DriveAssist menu X Press 9 or to select PRE SAF...

Page 349: ...ngs menu Introduction The Settings menu can be used for RSwitching the daytime running lamps on off Rswitching Adaptive Highbeam Assist on off Rshowing or hiding the additional speedometer Rselecting the units for speed and distance Ractivating deactivating the radar sensor system Switching the daytime running lamps on off This function is not available in Canada If you have activated the Daytime ...

Page 350: ...computer Rnavigation instructions in the Navi menu RDISTRONIC PLUS RASSYST PLUS service interval display The digital speedometer shows alternative speed units Y page 348 X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the Settings menu X Press 9 or to select Units X Press a to confirm X Press the a button to save the setting The unit switches km h and mph Activating deactivating the acoustic...

Page 351: ...X Press a to confirm X To activate deactivate press the a button again Menus and submenus 349 On board computer and displays Z ...

Page 352: ...some display messages with a low priority X Press the a or button on the steering wheel to hide the display message The display message is cleared Display messages with a low priority are shown in either yellow or white Display messages with a high priority are shown in red You cannot hide display messages of the highest priority The multifunction display shows these messages continuously until th...

Page 353: ...n can increase If ESP is not operational ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident X Carefully drive a short distance on a suitable stretch of road making slight steering movements at a speed above 12 mph 20 km h If the display message disappears the functions mentioned above are available again If the display message continues to be displayed X ...

Page 354: ...FE the HOLD function and hill start assist are unavailable due to a malfunction BAS PLUS and PRE SAFE Brake may also have failed The USA only J Canada only å and warning lamps in the instrument cluster also light up 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 e...

Page 355: ...SP is unable to stabilize the vehicle There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident X Carefully drive a short distance on a suitable stretch of road making slight steering movements at a speed above 12 mph 20 km h If the display message disappears the functions mentioned above are available again If the display message continues to be displayed X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified spe...

Page 356: ...ut the functions listed above The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can thus increase If ESP is not operational ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop å System Inoperative G WARNING ESP BAS PRE SAFE the HOLD function and hill start assist are unavailable due to a mal...

Page 357: ...n an emergency braking situation can increase If ESP is not operational ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately Check brake wear The brake pads linings have reached their wear limit X Visit a qualified specialist workshop F USA only Canada only Release Parking Brake The re...

Page 358: ...icle against rolling away X Consult a qualified specialist workshop F USA only Canada only Parking Brake See Operator s Manual The yellow F USA only Canada only warning lamp lights up Additionally the red F USA only Canada only indicator lamp may light up The electric parking brake is malfunctioning To release X Pull the electric parking brake handle or X Pull away carefully X Visit a qualified sp...

Page 359: ... qualified specialist workshop The yellow F USA only Canada only warning lamp lights up The red F USA only Canada only indicator lamp flashes for approximately ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released It then goes out or remains lit The electric parking brake is malfunctioning e g because of overvoltage or undervoltage X Pull away carefully X Visit a qualified spec...

Page 360: ... Canada only warning lamp lights up The red F USA only Canada only indicator lamp flashes for approximately ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released It then goes out or remains lit The electric parking brake is malfunctioning X Switch the ignition off and on and then engage the electric parking brake If it is not possible to engage the electric parking brake X Shif...

Page 361: ...o not continue driving under any circumstances X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 287 X Consult a qualified specialist workshop X Do not add brake fluid This does not correct the malfunction Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions G Tele Aid Inoperative USA only one or more of the main functions in the mbrace system are malfunctioning Canada only one or more of ...

Page 362: ...ditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 287 X Clean the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator trim Y page 429 X Clean the bumpers Y page 429 X Restart the engine If the system detects that the sensors are fully operational the display message disappears PRE SAFE Brake is operational again PRE SAFE Function limited See Operator s Manual PRE SAFE Brake is defective BAS PLUS or the di...

Page 363: ... rear on the left or right The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster G WARNING The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered unintentionally or in the event of an accident may not be triggered There is an increased risk of injury X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 6 Left window curtain air bag malfunction Consult workshop or Right window curtain air ba...

Page 364: ... are no objects on the seat adding to the weight The system may otherwise detect the additional weight and interpret the seat occupant s weight as greater than it actually is X Keep the seat unoccupied close the front passenger door and switch on the ignition Observe the 42 Y page 50 indicator lamp and the multifunction display and check the following Seat unoccupied and ignition switched on Rthe ...

Page 365: ...mmediately G WARNING If the 42 indicator lamp remains off even after performing the above corrective steps do not have any children twelve years old and under and other small individuals use the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired Display messages 363 On board computer and displays Z ...

Page 366: ...multifunction display and check the following Seat unoccupied and ignition switched on Rthe 42 indicator lamp must light up and remain lit When the indicator lamp is on OCS Y page 50 has disabled the front passenger air bag Rthe following display messages must not appear in the multifunction display Front Passenger air bag Enabled See Oper Manual or Front Passenger air bag Disabled See Oper Manual...

Page 367: ...sit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Left Low Beam or Check Right Low Beam The left or right hand low beam headlamp is defective X Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Y page 254 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Rear Left Turn Signal or Check Rear Right Turn Signal The rear left hand or rear right hand turn signal is defective X Check whether you are...

Page 368: ...heck whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Y page 254 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Left High Beam or Check Right High Beam The left or right hand high beam is defective X Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Y page 254 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Left License Plate Lamp or Check Right License Plate Lamp The left or...

Page 369: ...it a qualified specialist workshop b Check Front Left Sidemarker Lamp or Check Front Right Sidemarker Lamp The left or right front side marker lamp is defective X Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Y page 254 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Rear Left Sidemarker Lamp or Check Rear Right Sidemarker Lamp The rear left or right side marker lamp is defective ...

Page 370: ... X Turn the light switch to or c or X If the rear fog lamp is switched on press the light switch in to the stop Adaptive High beam Assist Inoperative Adaptive Highbeam Assist is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Engine Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Check Coolant Level See Oper Manual The coolant level is too low Avoid making long journeys with too littl...

Page 371: ... risk of injury X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 287 X Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has cooled down X Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked e g by snow slush or ice X Do not start the engine a...

Page 372: ...ve the engine checked at a qualified specialist workshop if engine oil needs to be added more often than usual Avoid long journeys with too little engine oil The engine will otherwise be damaged Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http www mbusa com USA only 4 Check Engine Oil Level Add 1 quart USA only Check Engine Oil L...

Page 373: ...ified specialist workshop Observe the legal requirements 4 Engine Oil Level Cannot measure eng oil level Vehicles without an oil dipstick the measuring system is defective X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 8 Reserve fuel level The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range X Refuel at the nearest gas station C There is only a very small amount of fuel in the fuel tank X Refuel at the near...

Page 374: ...able The temperature of the camera is too high X Wait until you see the Night View Assist Available Again display message You can also X Fold the camera cover down Y page 430 X Adjust the air distribution of the automatic air conditioning upwards Á Night View Assist Lights Must Be Set to AUTO or ON A condition for activating Night View Assist Plus has not been fulfilled X Turn the light switch to ...

Page 375: ...as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 287 X Wait until the display message disappears before pulling away AIRMATIC is defective A warning tone also sounds X Do not drive faster than 50 mph 80km h X Make only slight steering movements Otherwise the front fender or the tires could be damaged if the steering movement is too large ...

Page 376: ... steering movements Otherwise the front fender or the tires could be damaged if the steering movement is too large X Listen for scraping sounds X Visit a qualified specialist workshop ABC Vehicle Rising Please Wait Briefly The ABC vehicle level is too low when the vehicle is stationary X Do not pull away The vehicle level is set when the display message disappears ABC Malfunction The ABC function ...

Page 377: ... 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 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 287 X Clean the windshield If the system detects that the camera is fully operati...

Page 378: ...sappear 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 287 X Clean the sensors Y page 429 X Restart the engine If the system detects that the sensors are fully operational the display message disappears Active Blind Spot Assist is operational again...

Page 379: ...ds below 19 mph 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 Canceled The vehicle is parked A warning tone also sounds The display message disappears automatically DISTRONIC PLUS Off DISTRONIC PL...

Page 380: ...s possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 287 X Clean the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator trim Y page 429 X Clean the bumpers Y page 429 X Restart the engine If the system detects that the sensors are fully operational the display message disappears DISTRONIC is operational again DISTRONIC PLUS Inoperative DISTRONIC PLUS is def...

Page 381: ...causes consequences and M Solutions tire pressures displayed after driving a few minutes The tire pressure monitor is measuring the tire pressure X Drive on The tire pressures appear in the multifunction display after you have been driving for a few minutes tire press monitor inoperative The tire pressure monitor is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop tire press monitor inoperative No w...

Page 382: ...essary correct the tire pressure Caution tire defect The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly The wheel position is shown in the multifunction display G WARNING If you drive with a flat tire there is a risk of the following hazards RA flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle RYou could lose control of the vehicle RContinued driving with a flat tire will cause ...

Page 383: ...cally as soon as the problem has been solved h tire pressure Caution tire defect The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly A warning tone also sounds G WARNING If you drive with a flat tire there is a risk of the following hazards RA flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle RYou could lose control of the vehicle RContinued driving with a flat tire will cause ex...

Page 384: ...st rolling away Y page 287 X If there is a flat tire inspect the tires Y page 435 X Check the tire pressure Y page 459 X If necessary correct the tire pressure h Please correct tire pressure s The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires or the tire pressure difference between the wheels is too great X Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity If necessary correct the tire pres...

Page 385: ...he vehicle against rolling away Y page 287 Service Required Do Not Shift Gears You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction A warning tone also sounds If transmission position D is selected X Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the transmission from position D If transmission position R N or P is selected X Notify a qualified specialist workshop or breakdo...

Page 386: ...ve on to a qualified specialist workshop X If you are unable to steer safely do not drive on Contact the nearest qualified specialist workshop Check Washer Fluid The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum X Add washer fluid Y page 423 SmartKey Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Â Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle You have put the wron...

Page 387: ... waves A warning tone also sounds 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 287 X Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock Â Key Not Detected white display message The KEYLESS GO key cannot be detected at present X Change the location of the SmartKey with the KEYLESS...

Page 388: ...our seat belt Y page 55 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 7 The red seat belt warning lamp flashes and an intermittent audible warning sounds The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt In addition you are driving faster than 15 mph 2...

Page 389: ...here 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 any circumstances X Apply the electric parking brake X Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display Do not add brake fluid This does not correct the malfu...

Page 390: ... workshop The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running ABS is temporarily unavailable BAS BAS PLUS ESP EBD electronic brake force distribution PRE SAFE PRE SAFE Brake the HOLD function hill start assist are therefore also deactivated for example Self diagnosis is not yet complete or the on board voltage may be insufficient for example ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated G WARNING The...

Page 391: ...ST is deactivated 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 affected The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase If ESP is not operational ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle There...

Page 392: ...ltifunction display X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion ESP or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated X When pulling away only depress the accelerator pedal as far as necessary X Ease off t...

Page 393: ...ine is running ESP BAS PRE SAFE the HOLD function and hill start assist are temporarily unavailable BAS PLUS and PRE SAFE Brake may also have failed ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated Self diagnosis is not yet complete 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 ...

Page 394: ...n display 6 The red SRS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running There is a malfunction in the SRS Supplemental Restraint System G WARNING The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered unintentionally or in the event of an accident may not be triggered There is an increased risk of injury X Drive on carefully X Have SRS checked at a qualified specialist workshop immed...

Page 395: ... If in doubt check whether such legal regulations apply in the state in which you are currently driving The yellow reserve fuel warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion In addition the Check Engine warning lamp may light up The fuel system pressure is too low The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking X Observe the additional display messages in the multif...

Page 396: ...oaching a vehicle or a stationary obstacle in your line of travel at too high a speed X Be prepared to brake immediately X Pay careful attention to the traffic situation You may have to brake or take evasive action More information about DISTRONIC PLUS Y page 296 and PRE SAFE Brake Y page 69 394 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster On board computer and displays ...

Page 397: ...here is a risk of an accident X Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking maneuvers Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display X Check the tire pressure If necessary correct the tire pressure Y page 459 X If necessary change the wheel Y page 475 h USA only The yellow tire pressure monitor warning ...

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Page 399: ...Useful information 398 Loading guidelines 398 Stowage areas 398 Features 401 397 Stowage and features ...

Page 400: ...e For this reason you should observe the following notes when transporting a load Rwhen transporting a load never exceed the maximum permissible gross vehicle weight or the gross axle weight rating of the vehicle including occupants The values are specified on the vehicle identification plate on the driver s door frame Rposition heavy loads as far forwards as possible and as low down in the trunk ...

Page 401: ...e 407 and the E MB Info call button Y page 408 are located in the stowage compartment under the armrest X To open the stowage compartment press button and fold the armrest in the direction of arrow to the left or right X To open the stowage compartment press button and fold up the armrest in the direction of arrow Stowage space in the rear Stowage compartment in the rear seat armrest Do not sit or...

Page 402: ... in the rear compartment on the driver s and front passenger seat backrests Parcel nets G WARNING Parcel nets are intended for storing light weight items only such as road maps mail etc Heavy objects objects with sharp edges or fragile objects may not be transported in the parcel nets In an accident during hard braking or sudden maneuvers they could be thrown around inside the vehicle and cause in...

Page 403: ...ehicle maneuvers or in an accident Liquids spilled on vehicle occupants may cause serious personal injury Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty When not in use keep the cup holder closed An open cup holder may cause injury to you or others when contacted during braking vehicle maneuvers or in an accident Keep in mind that objects pl...

Page 404: ...n press the front of cup holder Cup holder extends automatically X To close slide the cup holder back until it engages Sun visors Overview of sun visors G WARNING Do not use the vanity mirror while driving Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visors closed while the vehicle is in motion Reflected glare can endanger you and others Mirror light Bracket Retaining clip e g for a car park ticket Vanity m...

Page 405: ...he child restraint system to direct sunlight The child restraint system s metal parts for example could become very hot and the child could be burned on these parts G WARNING When adjusting a roller sunblind the roller blind moves up or down You might become trapped in the process In the event of danger briefly press the button for the roller sunblind to change the roller blind s direction of move...

Page 406: ... expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight The child restraint system s metal parts for example could become very hot and the child could be burned on these parts G WARNING Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter they are extremely hot Hold the knob only Make sure any children traveling with you do not injure themselves or start a fire with the hot cigarette lighter X Tu...

Page 407: ...8 923 8367 Shortly after successfully registering with the mbrace service a user ID and password will be sent to you by mail You can use this password to log in to the mbrace section under Owners Online at http www mbusa com16 The mbrace system is available if Rit has been activated and is operational Rthe corresponding mobile phone network is available for transmitting data to the Customer Center...

Page 408: ... expected In the event of an emergency assistance must be summoned by other means Have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center or contact the following service hotlines RUSA Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 800 367 6372 or 1 888 990 9007 RCanada Customer Service at 1 888 923 8367 Emergency call Important safety notes You must have a license...

Page 409: ...l e g the relevant cellular phone network is not available The message Call Failed appears in the multifunction display for approximately 10 seconds Should this occur assistance must be summoned by other means i During an emergency call the Bluetooth connection on the phone is canceled automatically After making the emergency call the connection is automatically re established Making an emergency ...

Page 410: ...ance needed The Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center either sends a qualified Mercedes Benz technician or organizes for your vehicle to be transported to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center You may be charged for services such as repair work and or towing Further details are available in your mbrace manual i The mbrace system failed to initiate a Roadside Assistance call if Rthe indica...

Page 411: ...Benz Customer Assistance Center was established This may be because the corresponding mobile phone network is not available The Call Failed message appears in the multifunction display The COMAND display shows the Call could not be connected message Press W to confirm the message X To end a call press the button on the multifunction steering wheel or X Press the corresponding button for ending a p...

Page 412: ...on entry service A destination address which is found on Google Maps can be transferred via mbrace directly to your vehicle s navigation system Specifying and sending the destination address X Go to the website http www maps google com and enter a destination address into the entry field X To send the destination address to the E Mail address of your mbrace account click on the corresponding butto...

Page 413: ...ng Call message appears in the multifunction display to confirm that the command for vehicle remote unlocking has been received If the trunk lid handle is pulled for longer than 20 seconds before authorization has been received you must wait for 15 minutes Only then can you pull the trunk lid handle once again Vehicle remote closing The remote closing feature can be used when you have forgotten to...

Page 414: ...r or gate operator make sure people and objects are out of the way of the device to prevent potential harm or damage When programming a garage door opener the door moves up or down When programming a gate operator the gate opens or closes Do not use the integrated remote control with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U S federal safety standards this...

Page 415: ...on the integrated garage door opener if there are no persons or objects present within the sweep of the garage door Persons could otherwise be injured as the door moves Integrated garage door opener on the rear view mirror Garage door remote control A is not part of the integrated garage door opener X Before programming for the first time clear the memory of the integrated garage door opener Y pag...

Page 416: ...gate drive operating instructions e g under Programming of additional remote controls i Usually you now have 30seconds to initiate the next step X Press previously programmed button or of the integrated garage door opener until the door closes The rolling code synchronization is then complete Notes on programming the remote control Canadian radio frequency laws require a break or interruption of t...

Page 417: ...age door opener unit This can improve signal reception transmission Opening closing the garage door After it has been programmed the integrated garage door opener performs the function of the garage door system remote control Please also read the operating instructions for the garage door system X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock X Press button or which you have programmed to o...

Page 418: ...es without Night View Assist Areas permeable to radio waves to the left and right of the rain sensor cover Rain sensor cover Areas permeable to radio waves Vehicles with Night View Assist Areas permeable to radio waves to the left of the rain sensor cover Rain sensor cover Areas permeable to radio waves In order to operate radio controlled equipment e g toll recording systems areas and on the wind...

Page 419: ...Useful information 418 Engine compartment 418 Maintenance 424 Care 425 417 Maintenance and care ...

Page 420: ...ven if the engine is not running Some engine components can become very hot To avoid the risk of burns only touch those components described in the Operator s Manual and observe the relevant safety notes G WARNING To avoid injury stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running The radiator fan may continue to run for approximately 30seconds or may even restart after the ...

Page 421: ...can be raised slightly it is not properly engaged Open it again and close it with a little more force Engine oil Notes on the oil level Depending on the driving style the vehicle consumes up to 0 9 US qts 0 8 l of oil over a distance of 600 miles 1 000 km The oil consumption may be higher than this when the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at high engine speeds On vehicles with a 12 cylin...

Page 422: ...he on board computer Measurement X Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock X Press the or button to select the Service menu X Press the or 9 button to select Engine Oil Level X Press the a button The multifunction display shows the following message Measuring Engine Oil Level Accurate Only When Vehicle Is Level i If you wish to cancel the measurement press the button on t...

Page 423: ...re Time to Check Engine Oil Level The required waiting period was not observed X If the engine is at normal operating temperature repeat the measurement after about five minutes If the engine is not at normal operating temperature e g if the engine was only started briefly repeat the measurement after about 30 minutes Engine Oil Level Not When Engine On The engine is running oil level measurement ...

Page 424: ...ter when doing so Vehicles with an oil dipstick if the oil level is at or below the MIN mark on the dipstick add 1 1 US qt 1 0 liters of engine oil X Replace cap on the filler neck and turn clockwise Ensure that the cap locks into place securely X Check the oil level again with the oil dipstick Y page 419 or the on board computer Y page 420 Further information on engine oil Y page 486 Checking and...

Page 425: ...y Mercedes Benz X Replace cap and turn it clockwise as far as it will go For further information on coolant see Y page 488 Adding washer fluid to the windshield washer system headlamp cleaning system G WARNING Washer solvent antifreeze is highly flammable Do not spill washer solvent antifreeze on hot engine parts because it may ignite and burn You could be seriously burned X To open pull cap upwar...

Page 426: ...for a long service duration The service interval display does not take into account any periods of time during which the battery is disconnected Maintaining the time dependent service schedule X Note down the service due date displayed in the multifunction display before disconnecting the battery or X Subtract the battery disconnection periods from the service date shown on the display after recon...

Page 427: ...ng 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 cleaning Braking heats the brake discs and the brake pads linings thus drying them The vehicle can then be parked Exterior care Automatic car wash G WARNING Braking efficiency is reduced after washing the vehicle ...

Page 428: ...ars and reduce wiping noises caused by residue on the windshield Washing by hand In some countries washing by hand is only allowed at specially equipped washing bays Observe the legal requirements in all countries concerned X Do not use hot water and do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight X Use a soft sponge to clean X Use a mild cleaning agent such as a car shampoo approved by Mercedes Benz X...

Page 429: ...agnetic plates or similar items to painted surfaces You could otherwise damage the paintwork If water no longer forms beads on the paint surface use the paint care products recommended and approved by Mercedes Benz This is the case approximately every three to five months depending on the climate conditions and the care product used If the dirt has penetrated the paint surface or if the paintwork ...

Page 430: ...s and pollen may under certain circumstances prevent water from draining away This can lead to corrosion damage and damage to electronic components Cleaning the wiper blades G WARNING Before cleaning the windshield or wiper blades switch off the windshield wipers and remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock On vehicles with KEYLESS GO press the Start Stop button repeatedly until all indicator la...

Page 431: ...he rear view camera X Use clear water and a soft cloth to clean camera lens Do not clean the camera lens and the area around the rear view camera with a power washer Cleaning the exhaust pipes Impurities combined with the effects of road grit and corrosive environmental factors may cause flash rust to form on the surface You can restore the original shine of the exhaust tail pipe by cleaning it re...

Page 432: ...50 km h the vehicle covers a distance of 44 feet approximately 14 m per second X Fold down the camera cover by recess X Use a soft cloth to clean the windshield in front of camera Cleaning the plastic trim G WARNING When cleaning the steering wheel boss and dashboard do not use cockpit sprays or cleaning agents containing solvents Cleaning agents containing solvents cause the surface to become por...

Page 433: ...does not become soaked It may otherwise become rough and cracked Only use leather care agents that have been tested and approved by Mercedes Benz You can obtain these from a qualified specialist workshop Rclean artificial leather covers with a cloth moistened with a solution containing 1 detergent e g dish washing liquid Rclean cloth covers with a microfiber cloth moistened with a solution contain...

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Page 435: ...Useful information 434 Where will I find 434 Flat tire 435 Battery 440 Jump starting 443 Towing and tow starting 444 Fuses 447 433 Breakdown assistance ...

Page 436: ...et i Check the expiration date on the first aid kit at least once a year Replace the contents if necessary and replace missing items Vehicle tool kit The vehicle tool kit can be found in the stowage well under the trunk floor X Lift the trunk floor upwards Y page 401 Folding wheel chock Vehicle tool kit tray cover Vehicle tool kit Jack Minispare emergency spare wheel The Minispare emergency spare ...

Page 437: ...using a different size spare wheel or emergency spare wheel do not exceed the maximum road speed of 50 mph 80 km h G WARNING The wheel or tire size as well as the tire type of the spare wheel or emergency spare wheel and the wheel to be replaced may differ Mounting an emergency spare wheel may severely impair the driving characteristics There is a risk of an accident To avoid hazardous situations ...

Page 438: ...front of the wheels of the front and rear axle Raising the vehicle G WARNING If you do not position the jack correctly at the appropriate jacking point of the vehicle the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised There is a risk of injury Only position the jack at the appropriate jacking point of the vehicle The base of the jack must be positioned vertically directly under the jacking point of t...

Page 439: ...never open or close a door or the trunk lid when the vehicle is raised Rmake sure that no persons are present in the vehicle when the vehicle is raised X Using lug wrench loosen the bolts on the wheel you wish to change by about one full turn Do not unscrew the bolts completely The jacking points are located just behind the wheel housings of the front wheels and just in front of the wheel housings...

Page 440: ...e vehicle is raised the jack could tip over There is a risk of injury Only tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts when the vehicle is on the ground Always pay attention to the instructions and safety notices in Changing a wheel Y page 475 Only use wheel bolts that have been designed for the wheel and the vehicle For safety reasons Mercedes Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have be...

Page 441: ...ening torque There is a risk of accident Have the tightening torque immediately checked at a qualified specialist workshop after a wheel is changed X Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a crosswise pattern in the sequence indicated to A The tightening torque must be 110 lb ft 150 Nm X Turn the jack back to its initial position and store it together with the rest of the tire change tool kit in the st...

Page 442: ...s in the sidewalls of the tire After driving in emergency mode have the wheel rims checked at a qualified specialist workshop with regard to their further use The defective tire must be replaced in every case i When replacing one or all tires make sure that you only use tires marked MOExtended Also ensure that they are of the specified size for the vehicle Battery Important safety notes Special to...

Page 443: ...thetic materials Never touch the battery first First touch the outside body of the vehicle in order to release any possible electrostatic charges Do not rub the battery with rags or cloths The battery could explode if touched due to electrostatic charge or due to spark formation H Environmental note Batteries contain dangerous substances It is against the law to dispose of them with the household ...

Page 444: ...rger unit approved by Mercedes Benz is being used Gases may escape during charging and cause explosions that may result in paint damage corrosion or personal injury A battery charger unit specially adapted for Mercedes Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes Benz is available as an accessory It permits the charging of the battery in its installed position Contact an authorized Mercedes B...

Page 445: ...om a second battery using jumper cables Observe the following points RThe battery is not accessible in all vehicles If the other vehicle s battery is not accessible jump start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump starting device RYou may only jump start the vehicle when the engine and catalytic converter are cold RDo not start the engine if the battery is frozen Let the battery thaw first ...

Page 446: ...move the jumper cables from ground point and negative terminal then from positive terminal and positive terminal each time disconnecting from the battery on your own vehicle first X Have the battery checked at a qualified specialist workshop i Jump starting is not considered to be a normal operating condition i Jumper cables and further information regarding jump starting can be obtained at any qu...

Page 447: ... If the tractive power is too high the vehicles could be damaged Do not tow with sling type equipment This could damage the vehicle When towing vehicles with KEYLESS GO use the key instead of the Start Stop button Otherwise the automatic transmission may shift to position P when the driver s or front passenger door are opened which could lead to damage to the transmission The automatic transmissio...

Page 448: ...eer the vehicle Adapt your style of driving accordingly The automatic transmission automatically shifts to position P when you open the driver s or front passenger door or when you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock In order to ensure that the automatic transmission stays in position N when towing the vehicle you must observe the following points X Make sure that the vehicle is stationary ...

Page 449: ...formation on Jump starting see Y page 443 Fuses Important safety notes G WARNING Only use fuses that have been approved for Mercedes Benz vehicles and that have the correct fuse rating for the systems concerned Do not attempt to repair or bridge faulty fuses Using fuses that have not been approved or attempting to repair or bridge faulty fuses could cause the fuse to be overloaded and result in a ...

Page 450: ... s side illustrated X To open pull cover outwards in the direction of the arrow and remove it X To close clip in cover on the front of the dashboard X Fold cover inwards until it engages Fuse box in the rear The fuse box is behind the armrest in the rear X To open fold down the armrest X Pull handle on the trim behind the rear seat armrest up in the direction of the arrow X Fold down trim X Loosen...

Page 451: ... Open the hood Y page 418 X Remove any existing moisture from the fuse box using a dry cloth X To open open clamps X Remove cover upwards X To close check whether the rubber seal is lying correctly in cover X Put cover back in position X Fold down cover and close clamps The cover must be seated properly otherwise moisture or dirt could impair the function of the fuses X Close the hood Y page 419 E...

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Page 453: ...inter operation 454 Tire pressure 455 Loading the vehicle 462 Maximum load rating 466 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 467 Tire labeling 468 Definition of terms for tires and loading 472 Changing a wheel 475 Wheel and tire combinations 475 451 Wheels and tires ...

Page 454: ...y can impair the operating safety Before purchasing and using non approved accessories visit a qualified specialist workshop and inquire about Rsuitability Rlegal stipulations Rfactory recommendations Information on the dimensions and types of wheels and tires for your vehicle can be found in the Wheel tire combinations section Y page 475 Information on air pressure for the tires on your vehicle c...

Page 455: ...he pressure as necessary Y page 455 Tire tread G WARNING Insufficient tire tread will reduce tire traction The tire is no longer able to dissipate water This means that on wet road surfaces the risk of hydroplaning increases in particular where speed is not adapted to suit the driving conditions There is a risk of accident If the tire pressure is too high or too low tires may exhibit different lev...

Page 456: ...ires on your vehicle Using summer tires at very cold temperatures could cause cracks to form thereby damaging the tires permanently Mercedes Benz cannot accept responsibility for this type of damage M S tires At temperatures below 45 7 use winter tires or all season tires Both types of tire are identified by the M S marking Only winter tires bearing the i snowflake symbol in addition to the M S ma...

Page 457: ... the rear wheels Observe the manufacturer s mounting instructions ROnly use snow chains when driving on roads completely covered by snow Remove the snow chains as soon as possible when you come to a road that is not snow covered RLocal regulations may restrict the use of snow chains Observe the appropriate regulations if you wish to mount snow chains RDo not exceed the maximum permissible speed of...

Page 458: ... placard on your vehicle Recommended tire pressures Option 2 Tire pressure table on the inside of the fuel filler flap The tire pressure table contains the recommended pressures for cold tires for various operating conditions i e differing load and speed conditions i Specifications shown in the examples of tire pressure tables are for illustration purposes only Tire pressure specifications are veh...

Page 459: ...oreign objects RCheck whether the wheel is losing air or the valve is leaking If you are unable to rectify the damage contact a qualified specialist workshop G WARNING If you fit unsuitable accessories onto tire valves the tire valves may be overloaded and malfunction which can cause tire pressure loss Due to their design retrofitted tire pressure monitors keep the tire valve open This can also re...

Page 460: ...aracteristics There is a risk of an accident Avoid tire pressures that are too low in all the tires including the spare wheel Underinflated tires may Rwear quickly and unevenly Rhave an adverse effect on fuel consumption Roverheat leading to tire defects Rhave an adverse effect on handling characteristics Overinflation G WARNING Tires with excessively high pressure can burst because they are damag...

Page 461: ...ce values taught in Restart the tire pressure monitor after adjusting the pressure of the cold tires Y page 461 The current pressures are saved as new reference values As a result a warning message will appear if the tire pressure drops significantly The tire pressure monitor does not warn you of an incorrectly set tire pressure Observe the notes on the recommended tire pressure Y page 455 The tir...

Page 462: ...malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of incompatible replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing...

Page 463: ...ency spare wheel is mounted the system may continue to show the tire pressure of the wheel that has been removed for a few minutes If this occurs note that the value displayed for the position where the spare tire is mounted is not the same as the spare wheel emergency spare wheel s current tire pressure Tire pressure monitor warning messages If the tire pressure monitor detects a significant pres...

Page 464: ...epted as reference values and monitored If you wish to cancel the restart X Press the button The tire pressure values stored at the last restart will continue to be monitored Loading the vehicle Instruction labels for tires and loads G WARNING Overloaded tires can overheat causing a blowout Overloaded tires can also impair the steering and driving characteristics and lead to brake failure There is...

Page 465: ...ber of seats is vehicle specific and can differ from the details shown The number of seats in your vehicle can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard Maximum number of seats determines the maximum number of occupants allowed to travel in the vehicle This information can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard Determining the correct load limit Step by step instructions T...

Page 466: ...650 lbs X Step 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4 X Step 6 if applicable If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggag...

Page 467: ...imum weight of occupants and cargo data from the Tire and Loading Information placard 1500 lbs 680 kg 1500 lbs 680 kg 1500 lbs 680 kg Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Step 2 Number of people in the vehicle driver and occupants 5 3 1 Distribution of the occupants Front 2 Rear 3 Front 1 Rear 2 Front 1 Weight of the occupants Occupant 1 150 lbs 68 kg Occupant 2 180 lbs 82 kg Occupant 3 160 lbs 73 kg Occ...

Page 468: ...ceed the permissible gross vehicle weight Gross axle weight rating the maximum permissible weight that can be carried by one axle front or rear axle To ensure that your vehicle does not exceed the maximum permissible values gross vehicle weight and maximum gross axle weight rating have your loaded vehicle including driver occupants cargo and full trailer load if applicable weighed on a suitable ve...

Page 469: ...imum tire width For example Tread wear Traction Temperature 200 AA A All passenger car tires must conform to the statutory safety requirements in addition to these grades Tread wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified U S government course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half tim...

Page 470: ... failure The temperature grades are A the highest B and C These represent the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The g...

Page 471: ...resents diagonal tires B represents diagonal radial tires Optionally tires with a maximum speed of over 149mph 240km h may have ZR in the size description depending on the manufacturer e g 245 40 ZR 18 Rim diameter rim diameter is the diameter of the bead seat not the diameter of the rim flange The rim diameter is specified in inches in Load bearing index load bearing index A is a numerical code t...

Page 472: ...over 186mph 300km h must include ZR and the service specification must be given in brackets Example 275 40 ZR 18 99 Y The speed rating Y indicates that the maximum speed of the tire is over 186mph 300km h Ask the tire manufacturer about the maximum speed All weather tires and winter tires Index Speed rating Q M S20 up to 100mph 160 km h T M S20 up to 118mph 190 km h H M S20 up to 130mph 210 km h V...

Page 473: ...nform purchasers of recalls and other safety relevant matters It makes it possible for the purchaser to easily identify the affected tires The TIN is made up of manufacturer identification code tire size tire type code and manufacturing date A i Tire data is vehicle specific and may deviate from the data in the example DOT Department of Transportation tire symbol indicates that the tire complies w...

Page 474: ...ding Standards A uniform standard to grade the quality of tires with regards to tread quality tire traction and temperature characteristics Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using U S government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire Recommended tire pressure The recommended tire pressure applies to the tires mounted at the factory The Tire and Loading I...

Page 475: ...ar on the driver s side Maximum loaded vehicle weight The maximum weight is the sum of the curb weight of the vehicle the weight of the accessories the total load limit and the weight of the optional equipment installed at the factory Kilopascal kPa Metric unit for tire pressure 6 9 kPa corresponds to 1 psi Another unit for tire pressure is bar There are 100 kilopascals kPa to 1 bar Load index In ...

Page 476: ...han 2 3 kg 5 lb These optional extras such as high performance brakes level control a roof rack or a high performance battery are not included in the curb weight and the weight of the accessories TIN Tire Identification Number This is a unique identifier which can be used by a tire manufacturer to identify tires for example for a product recall and thus identify the purchasers The TIN is made up o...

Page 477: ...n Clean the contact surfaces of the wheel and the brake disc thoroughly every time a wheel is interchanged Check the tire pressures For information on changing tires and mounting the spare wheel see Y page 435 On vehicles equipped with a tire pressure monitor electronic components are located in the wheel Tire mounting tools should not be used near the valve This could damage the electronic compon...

Page 478: ... pressure table on the inside of the fuel filler flap Observe the notes on recommended tire pressures under various operating conditions Y page 455 Check tire pressures regularly and only when the tires are cold Comply with the maintenance recommendations of the tire manufacturer in the vehicle document wallet i Notes on the vehicle equipment always equip the vehicle with Rtires of the same size o...

Page 479: ...i Not all wheel and tire combinations are available at the factory for all countries Wheel and tire combinations 477 Wheels and tires Z ...

Page 480: ... 1 69 in 43 mm 9 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm BA 255 35 ZR 20 XL23 8 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm FA RA 255 35 ZR 20 XL 275 35 ZR 20 XL23 8 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm 9 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm All weather tires Alloy wheels V1 V2 V3 V4 BA 255 45 R18 99 H M S 8 5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm FA RA 255 45 R18 99 H M S 275 45 R18 103 H M S23 8 5 ...

Page 481: ...100 V XL M Si 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm FA RA 255 40 R19 100 V XL M Si 275 40 R19 105 V XL M Si23 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm 9 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm Minispare emergency spare wheel23 Tires Wheels V1 V2 V3 V4 T 155 70 R19 113 M Tire pressure 420 kPa 4 2 bar 61 psi 4 5 B x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 38 in 35 mm i The specified tire pressure is printed in yello...

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Page 483: ...Useful information 482 Notes on technical data 482 Genuine Mercedes Benz parts 482 Warranty 483 Identification plates 483 Service products and filling capaci ties 484 Vehicle data 489 481 Technical data ...

Page 484: ... safety may be impaired if non approved parts tires and wheels or safety relevant accessories are used This could lead to malfunctions in safety relevant systems e g the brake system This could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident For this reason Mercedes Benz recommends that you use genuine Mercedes Benz parts or parts of equal quality Only use tires wheels and accessor...

Page 485: ... Should you lose your Service and Warranty Information booklet have an authorized Mercedes Benz Center arrange for a replacement It will be mailed to you Identification plates Vehicle identification plate with vehicle identification number VIN and paint code number X Open the driver s door You will see vehicle identification plate Example vehicle identification plate USA only VIN Paint code Exampl...

Page 486: ...information plate including the certification of both federal and Californian emissions standards Service products and filling capacities Important safety notes G WARNING Comply with all valid regulations with respect to handling storing and disposing of service fluids Otherwise you could endanger persons or the environment Keep service fluids out of the reach of children For health reasons you sh...

Page 487: ...nd the inhalation of fuel vapors are damaging to your health Tank capacity Total capacity CL 550 4MATIC24 21 9 US gal 83 0 l CL 600 AMG vehicles 23 8 US gal 90 0 l Of which reserve Approx 2 9 US gal 11 0 l Of which reserve fuel in AMG vehicles Approx 3 7 US gal 14 0 l Gasoline Fuel grade Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a gasoline engine Even small amounts of the wrong fuel result in dama...

Page 488: ...grade fuel and do not use fuel additives that are not tested and approved for Mercedes Benz vehicles Damage to or malfunctions of the fuel system may otherwise occur One of the main problems of poor fuel quality is the forming of deposits that are created during the gasoline combustion process Mercedes Benz recommends that you use branded fuels that have additives If you use fuels without these ad...

Page 489: ... following values refer to an oil change including the oil filter Model Capacity CL 550 4MATIC27 9 0 US qt 8 5 l CL 63 AMG 10 0 US qt 9 5 l 28 CL 600 CL 65 AMG 9 5 US qt 9 0 l Additives Do not use any additives in the engine oil This could damage the engine Engine oil viscosity Viscosity describes the flow characteristics of a fluid If an engine oil has a high viscosity this means that it is thick...

Page 490: ...n the Internet at http bevo mercedes benz com Or contact a qualified specialist workshop Always use a suitable coolant mixture even in countries where high temperatures prevail Otherwise the engine cooling system is not sufficiently protected from corrosion and overheating The coolant is a mixture of water and antifreeze corrosion inhibitor It performs the following tasks Rcorrosion protection Ran...

Page 491: ...erwise become blocked At temperatures above freezing X Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of water and windshield washer fluid e g MB SummerFit X Add 1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts water At temperatures below freezing X Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of water and windshield washer fluid e g MB WinterFit Adapt the mixing ratio to the outside temperature X Down to 14 Ò1...

Page 492: ...ngth 201 2 in 5111 mm Vehicle width including exterior mirrors 83 9 in 2130 mm Vehicle height 56 1 in 1425 mm Wheelbase 116 3 in 2955 mm Turning radius 38 1 ft 11 60 m Maximum trunk load 220 lb 100 kg CL 65 AMG Vehicle length 201 2 in 5111 mm Vehicle width including exterior mirrors 83 9 in 2130 mm Vehicle height 56 2 in 1428 mm Wheelbase 116 3 in 2955 mm CL 65 AMG Turning radius 38 1 ft 11 60 m M...

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