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Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster

Operator's Manual

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Order no. P190 0414 13 Part no. 190 584 70 04 Edition A2019

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Summary of Contents for AMG GT C Roadster

Page 1: ... In addition to the vehicle s Operator s Manual you can obtain the complete multi media system Supplement from your authorized Mercedes Benz Center Digital form via the Internet You can find the Operator s Manual on the Mercedes Benz homepage Digital form as an App TheMercedes BenzGuidesAppisavailableforfreeontheApple AppstoreorGoogle Play Apple iOS Android Order no P190 0414 13 Part no 190 584 70...

Page 2: ...dio Inc RHD Radio is a registered trademark of iBiq uity Digital Corporation RGracenote is a registered trademark of Gracenote Inc RZAGAT Survey and related brands are regis tered trademarks of Zagat Survey LLC In this Operator s Manual you will find the fol lowing symbols G WARNING Warning notes make you aware of dangers which could pose a threat to your health or life or to the health and life o...

Page 3: ...ways pass all documents on to the new owner Your Operator s Manual Digital form inside the vehicle The Digital Operator s Manual provides comprehensive and specifically adapted information on your vehicle s equipment and multimedia system It contains infor mative animations individual language settings and an intuitive search function Booklet inside the vehicle In addition to this manual and the a...

Page 4: ...teering wheel and mirrors 84 Correct driver s seat position 84 Seats 84 Steering wheel 90 Mirrors 91 Memory function 94 Lights and windshield wipers 96 Exterior lighting 96 Interior lighting 99 Replacing bulbs 100 Windshield wipers 100 Climate control 103 Overview of climate control systems 103 Operating the climate control sys tems 104 Air vents 107 Driving and parking 109 Notes on breaking in a ...

Page 5: ...Fuses 261 Wheels and tires 263 Important safety notes 263 Operation 263 Winter operation 265 Tire pressure 266 Loading the vehicle 271 All about wheels and tires 274 Changing a wheel 281 Wheel and tire combinations 285 Technical data 287 Information regarding technical data 287 Vehicle electronics 287 Identification plates 287 Service products and filling capaci ties 289 Vehicle data 293 Contents ...

Page 6: ...Assist Display message 175 Adaptive Damping System Function notes 147 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Display message 186 Function notes 98 Switching on off 99 Additional speedometer 170 Additives engine oil 291 Address book see also Digital Operator s Man ual 209 Adjusting lumbar support 86 Adjusting the volume Multimedia system 210 After sales service center see ASSYST PLUS Air bags Deployment 52 Displ...

Page 7: ...ivating 168 Display message 189 Function notes 154 Authorized Mercedes Benz Center see Qualified specialist workshop Authorized workshop see Qualified specialist workshop AUTO lights Display message 186 see Lights Automatic car wash care 242 Automatic engine start ECO start stop function 114 Automatic engine switch off ECO start stop function 113 Automatic headlamp mode 96 Automatic transmission A...

Page 8: ...mance and ceramic brakes 133 BAS 59 Brake fluid notes 291 Braking assistance appropriate to the situation 61 Display message 175 EBD 64 Hill start assist 112 Important safety notes 132 Maintenance 133 Parking brake 129 Riding tips 132 Warning lamp 200 Braking assistance appropriate to the situation Function notes 61 Breakdown assistance Where will I find 249 see Flat tire see Towing away Buttons o...

Page 9: ...the windows 106 Defrosting the windshield 106 ECO start stop function 3 zone automatic climate control 104 General notes 103 Indicator lamp 105 Information about using auto matic climate control 104 Overview 213 Overview of systems 103 Problem with the rear window defroster 107 Problems with cooling with air dehumidification 105 Refrigerant 293 Refrigerant filling capacity 293 Setting the air dist...

Page 10: ...ime running lamps Daytime running lamps Display message 186 Function notes 96 Switching on off on board com puter 169 Declarations of conformity 27 Decorative film Cleaning instructions 244 Diagnostics connection 27 Digital Operator s Manual Help 23 Introduction 23 Digital speedometer 162 Display see Display messages see Warning and indicator lamps Display messages ASSYST PLUS 240 Calling up on bo...

Page 11: ...istance Assist DISTRONIC 143 AMG high performance and ceramic brakes 133 Automatic transmission 120 Brakes 132 Break in period 109 Downhill gradient 132 Drinking and driving 131 Driving in winter 134 Driving on flooded roads 134 Driving on wet roads 134 Exhaust check 131 Fuel 131 General 131 Hydroplaning 134 Icy road surfaces 134 Important safety notes 109 Limited braking efficiency on sal ted roa...

Page 12: ... grades 291 Notes on oil level consumption 236 Temperature on board com puter 170 Engine oil additives see Additives engine oil Entering an address see also Digital Operator s Man ual 209 ESC Electronic Stability Control see ESP Electronic Stability Program ESP Electronic Stability Pro gram AMG menu on board computer 171 Characteristics 62 Deactivating activating 62 Deactivating activating button ...

Page 13: ...ner Clearing the memory 234 General notes 231 Important safety notes 231 Opening closing the garage door 233 Problems when programming 233 Programming button in the rear view mirror 231 Synchronizing the rolling code 232 Gasoline 290 Gear indicator on board com puter 170 Genuine parts 24 Glove box 219 Google Local Search see also Digital Operator s Man ual 209 H Handling control system see ESP Ele...

Page 14: ...nction 67 Unlocking 67 KEYLESS GO start function Start Stop button 110 Kickdown Driving tips 120 Knee bag 46 L Lamps see Warning and indicator lamps Lane detection automatic see Lane Keeping Assist Lane Keeping Assist Activating deactivating on board computer 169 Display message 190 Function information 157 Lane Tracking package 155 Lap time RACETIMER 172 License plate lamp display mes sage 186 Li...

Page 15: ... 223 Speed alert 229 System 223 Triggering the vehicle alarm 229 Vehicle remote unlocking 227 Mechanical key Function notes 68 General notes 68 Inserting 68 Locking vehicle 73 Removing 68 Unlocking the driver s door 73 Media Interface see Digital Operator s Manual Memory card audio 165 Memory function Seats steering wheel exterior mirrors 94 Mercedes me connect Change of vehicle 32 Data protection...

Page 16: ... notes 40 Introduction to the restraint sys tem 40 Occupant Classification System OCS 48 PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps 41 Pets in the vehicle 58 PRE SAFE anticipatory occu pant protection 54 Restraint system warning lamp 41 Seat belt 41 Odometer 161 Oil see Engine oil On board computer Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC 142 AMG menu 170 Assistance graphic menu 167 Assistance menu 168 Display mes...

Page 17: ...e 129 Emergency braking 130 General notes 129 Releasing automatically 130 Warning lamp 203 Parking lamps Switching on off 97 PASSENGER AIR BAG Display message 184 Indicator lamps 41 Problems malfunction 184 Pets in the vehicle 58 Phone book see also Digital Operator s Man ual 209 Plastic trim cleaning instruc tions 247 Power washers 243 Power windows see Side windows Pre emptive safety see PRE SAF...

Page 18: ...ntrol Garage door opener 231 Replacing bulbs General notes 100 Reporting safety defects 28 Rescue card 29 Reserve fuel tank see Fuel Reserve fuel Display message 189 Warning lamp 204 Restraint system Display message 182 Introduction 40 Warning lamp 203 Warning lamp function 41 Reversing feature Side windows 77 Reversing lamps display mes sage 186 Roadside Assistance breakdown 26 Roll away protecti...

Page 19: ...her fluid 292 Setting the date time format see also Digital Operator s Man ual 209 Setting the language see also Digital Operator s Man ual 209 Setting the time see also Digital Operator s Man ual 209 Settings Factory on board computer 170 On board computer 168 SETUP on board computer Mercedes AMG vehicles 171 Side impact air bag 47 Side marker lamp display mes sage 186 Side windows Cleaning 245 C...

Page 20: ...ring Display message 197 Warning lamps 208 Steering wheel Adjusting electrically 90 Button overview 35 Buttons on board computer 160 Calling up a stored setting mem ory function 95 Cleaning 247 EASY ENTRY EXIT feature 90 Important safety notes 90 Paddle shifters 121 Storing settings memory func tion 94 Steering wheel paddle shifters 121 Stopwatch RACETIMER 172 Stowage areas 218 Stowage compartment...

Page 21: ...T kit Important safety notes 251 Storage location 250 Tire pressure not reached 253 Tire pressure reached 253 Using 251 Tires Aspect ratio definition 280 Average weight of the vehicle occupants definition 279 Bar definition 279 Changing a wheel 281 Characteristics 279 Checking 264 Curb weight definition 280 Definition of terms 279 Direction of rotation 281 Display message 192 Distribution of the v...

Page 22: ...re control 211 Handwriting recognition 211 Operating the touchpad 211 Overview 211 Quick access for Audio 212 Switching 211 Switching input line 211 Tow starting Emergency engine starting 261 Towing Permitted towing methods 259 Towing away Important safety guidelines 258 Installing the towing eye 259 Removing the towing eye 260 Transporting the vehicle 260 With both axles on the ground 260 Towing ...

Page 23: ...ncy 73 Unlocking SmartKey 66 Vehicle data 293 Vehicle battery see Battery vehicle Vehicle data Trunk load maximum 293 Vehicle dimensions 293 Vehicle emergency locking 73 Vehicle identification number see VIN Vehicle identification plate 287 Vehicle maintenance see ASSYST PLUS Vehicle tool kit 249 Ventilation see Climate control Video Operating the DVD 166 see also Digital Operator s Man ual 209 VI...

Page 24: ...183 Windows see Side windows Windshield Defrosting 106 Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid 240 Important safety notes 292 Windshield wipers Problem malfunction 102 Replacing the wiper blades 101 Switching on off 100 Winter driving Slippery road surfaces 134 Snow chains 265 Winter operation General notes 265 Summer tires 265 Winter tires...

Page 25: ...d RContents You can select individual sections in the con tents i The Digital Operator s Manual is deactiva ted for safety reasons while driving Operation Calling up the Digital Operator s Man ual X Show the main function bar by sliding 5 the controller up X Select the Vehicle Vehicle menu item by turning 3 and pressing 7 the controller The vehicle menu is displayed X Select the Operator s Operato...

Page 26: ...e use them Observe the relevant environmental rules and regulations when disposing of materials In this way you will help to protect the environ ment Genuine Mercedes Benz parts H Environmental note Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major assemblies and parts which are of the same quality as new parts They are covered by the same Limited Warranty entitlements as new parts Air bags and Emergen...

Page 27: ...nt Emission Control System War ranty RState warranty enforcement laws lemon laws Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes Benz Parts and Accessories warranties These are available at any author ized Mercedes Benz Center i Should you lose your Service and Warranty Information booklet have an authorized Mercedes Benz Center arrange for a replace ment The new Service and Warranty...

Page 28: ...mely manner should the need arise If you sell your Mercedes please leave all liter ature in the vehicle so that it is available to the next owner If you have purchased a used car please send us the Notification of Used Car Purchase in the Service and Warranty Booklet or simply call the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center USA at the hotline number 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 800 367 6372 or Customer ...

Page 29: ...e underbody paneling is damaged com bustible materials such as leaves grass or twigs can gather between the underbody and the underbody paneling If these materials come in contact with hot parts of the exhaust system they can catch fire In such situations have the vehicle checked and repaired immediately at a qualified spe cialist workshop If on continuing your jour ney you notice that driving saf...

Page 30: ...r work Ralterations installation work and modifica tions Rwork on electronic components Correct use If you remove any warning stickers you or oth ers could fail to recognize certain dangers Leave warning stickers in position Observe the following information when driving your vehicle Rthe safety notes in this manual Rthe vehicle technical data Rtraffic rules and regulations Rlaws and safety standa...

Page 31: ...ncerning the vehi cle s condition component stress and mainte nance requirements as well as technical events and malfunctions This information generally documents the con dition of a component a module a system or the surroundings such as ROperating states of system components e g fill levels battery status tire pressure RStatus messages concerning the vehicle or its individual components e g whee...

Page 32: ... settings for it and if so which ones depends on the app and your smartphone s operating sys tem Online services Wireless network connection If your vehicle has a wireless network connec tion data can be exchanged between your vehi cle and other systems The wireless network connection is made possible by the vehicle s own transmitter and receiver or by mobile devi ces that you have brought into th...

Page 33: ...ition to the vehicle manufacturer other parties that have the special equipment such as law enforce ment can read the information by accessing the vehicle or the EDR EDR data may be used in civil and criminal mat ters as a tool in accident reconstruction acci dent claims and vehicle safety Since the Crash Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used to extract data from the EDR is commercially available M...

Page 34: ...rized access has taken place or that your access data has been compro mised In addition consult an authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately Any person who has access to your access data can use the Mercedes me connect services Change of vehicle If you sell your vehicle you are obliged to delete the vehicle from your personal area on the Mercedes me website If you have bought a used vehicle it i...

Page 35: ...anel 37 A Central control panel 38 B Climate control systems 104 C Horn D Adjusts the steering wheel electrically 90 Function Page E Cruise control lever 134 F Unlocks the trunk lid 75 G Electric parking brake 129 H Diagnostics connection 27 I Opens the hood 235 J Rear fog lamp 97 K Light switch 96 Cockpit 33 At a glance ...

Page 36: ...cator lamps Electric parking brake yellow 203 ABS 201 Check Engine 204 Electric parking brake red 203 F USA only Canada only Brakes red 200 USA only J Canada only M SPORT handling mode 203 A Coolant temperature gauge 159 Warning and indicator lamps Coolant 204 B Fuel level indicator Warning and indicator lamps 8 Reserve fuel level with fuel filler flap location indica tor right 204 i Information o...

Page 37: ...e Control System Function Page ò Opens the menu list 9 Selects a menu a Confirms the selection Back Operating the on board com puter 160 ñ Switches off the Voice Control System i In vehicles with multimedia system COMAND you can find further information Ron the multimedia system in the Digital Operator s Manual Ron the Voice Control System in the sepa rate operating instructions Multifunction stee...

Page 38: ...4 B Ignition lock in the stowage compartment 111 C Stowage compartment 219 D AMG E SELECT selector lever 117 Function Page E à Adjusts AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension 147 F j Parkposition with parking lock 117 G å Activates deactivates ESP 62 M Activates deactivates SPORT handling mode 62 H Touchpad see Digital Opera tor s Manual I Start Stop button 110 J Multimedia system control ler see Digit...

Page 39: ...button mbrace system 225 Inside rearview mirror 93 A Transmitter buttons for the garage door opener 231 Function Page B G SOS button mbrace system 223 C Opens the soft top 80 D F Breakdown assistance call button mbrace system 224 E p Switches the left hand reading lamp on off 99 F c Switches the interior lighting on off Overhead control panel 37 At a glance ...

Page 40: ...nel Function Page c Seat heating 87 s Seat ventilation 88 Ò AIRSCARF 89 Extends retracts the rear spoiler 229 Function Page A Hazard warning lamps 98 B c Parking Assist PARKTRONIC 148 38 Central control panel At a glance ...

Page 41: ...the vehicle 72 Z Selects the left exterior mirror 91 ª Folds the exterior mir rors in out electrically 92 Function Page A Selects the right exte rior mirror 91 B 7 Adjusts the exterior mirrors 92 C W Opens closes the side windows 77 Door control panel 39 At a glance ...

Page 42: ...s the level of protection for vehicle occupants in the event of an accident For exam ple if in the event of an accident the protection offered by the seat belt is sufficient the air bags are not deployed When an accident occurs only the air bags that increase protection in that par ticular accident situation are deployed How ever seat belts and air bags generally do not protect against objects pen...

Page 43: ... accident RPASSENGER AIR BAG OFF lights up the front passenger front air bag is deactivated It will then not be deployed in the event of an acci dent If the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp is off only the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp shows the status of the front passenger front air bag The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp may be lit continuously or be off Depending on the person i...

Page 44: ...m its intended protective function An incorrectly fastened seat belt can also cause injuries for example in the event of an acci dent or when braking or changing direction abruptly This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury Always ensure that all vehicle occupants have their seat belts fastened correctly and are sit ting properly The components of the restraint system work in conj...

Page 45: ...or racing seat belts the restraint system cannot provide the best level of protection G WARNING If you feed seat belts through the opening in the seat backrest the seat backrest may be damaged or may even break in the event of an accident This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury Only use the standard three point seat belt Never modify the seat belt system Proper use of the seat ...

Page 46: ...or trim panel and the seat belt Damaged seat belts can no longer fulfill their protective function and must be replaced Visit a qualified spe cialist workshop X Press the release button in the belt buckle hold the belt tongue firmly and guide the belt back Seat belt adjustment The belt adjustment is a convenience function integrated into PRE SAFE With this function the driver s and front passenger...

Page 47: ...rrectly including pregnant women Rare sitting correctly and maintain the great est possible distance to the air bags Rfollow the following instructions Always make sure that there are no objects between the air bag and the vehicle s occu pants RAdjust the seats properly before beginning your journey Always make sure that the seat is in an almost upright position The center of the head restraint mu...

Page 48: ...ly the air bags cannot protect vehicle occupants as they are designed to do There is an increased risk of injury Never modify the doors or parts of the doors Always have work on the doors or door pan eling carried out at a qualified specialist work shop Front air bags Do not place heavy objects on the front passenger seat This could cause the system to identify the seat as being occupied In the ev...

Page 49: ... occupied or Rthe seat belt buckle tongue is engaged in the belt buckle of the front passenger seat If the belt tongue is engaged in the belt buckle the side impact air bag on the front passenger side deploys if an appropriate accident situation occurs In this case deployment is independent of whether the front passenger seat is occupied or not Head air bags Head bags deploy in the area of the sid...

Page 50: ...lways rest on the seat cushion of the front passenger seat The backrest of the forward facing child restraint system must lie as flat as possible against the backrest of the front passenger seat The child restraint system must not touch the roof or be subjected to a load by the head restraint Adjust the angle of the seat backrest and the head restraint position accordingly Only then can OCS be gua...

Page 51: ...e a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE FRONT AIR BAG in front of it DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the child can occur If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp stays off do not install a rearward facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat You can find more information on OCS under Problems with the Occupant Classification Sys tem Y page 51 G WARNING If y...

Page 52: ... damaged have the necessary repair work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop Mercedes Benz recommends that you use an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for this purpose For safety reasons Mercedes Benz recom mends that you only use seat accessories that have been approved by Mercedes Benz If the driver s air bag deploys this does not mean that the front passenger front air bag will also de...

Page 53: ...ld restraint system must always rest on the seat cushion of the front passenger seat The backrest of the forward facing child restraint system must as far as possible be resting on the backrest of the front passenger seat Always comply with the child restraint system manufacturer s instal lation instructions After the self test the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF or the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp d...

Page 54: ...re that the seat belt is tight Do not pull the seat belt tight using the front passenger seat adjustment This could result in the seat belt and the child restraint system being pulled too tightly X Check for correct installation of the child restraint system Make sure that the head restraint does not apply a load to the child restraint system If necessary adjust the head restraint accord ingly X M...

Page 55: ...e Emer gency Tensioning Devices during a head on or rear end collision An Emergency Tensioning Device can only be triggered if Rthe ignition is switched on Rthe components of the restraint system are operational You can find further information under Restraint system warning lamp Y page 41 Rthe seat belt buckle tongue has engaged in the belt buckle of the respective seat If the restraint system co...

Page 56: ...by the seat belt i Not all air bags are deployed in an accident The different air bag systems work independ ently of each other How the air bag system works is determined by the severity of the accident detected especially the vehicle deceleration or accel eration and the apparent type of accident RHead on collision RSide impact RRollover PRE SAFE anticipatory occupant protection system Introducti...

Page 57: ...lassification system OCS Y page 48 G WARNING If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi cle they could set it in motion for example by Rreleasing the parking brake Rshifting the transmission to the neutral position Rstarting the engine In addition they may operate vehicle equip ment and become trapped There is a risk of an accident and injury When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey w...

Page 58: ...ckle and route the seat belt tongue towards the seat belt guide The special seat belt retractor is deactivated Child restraint system The use of seat belts and child restraint systems is required by law in Rall 50 states Rthe U S territories Rthe District of Columbia Rall Canadian provinces G WARNING If the child restraint system is installed incor rectly on a suitable seat it cannot protect as in...

Page 59: ...can thus avoid the risks that could arise as a result of Ran incorrectly categorized person in the front passenger seat Rdeactivating the front passenger front air bag unintentionally Rthe unsuitable positioning of the child restraint system e g too close to the dash board Rearward facing child restraint system If circumstances require you to secure a child in a rearward facing child restraint sys...

Page 60: ... prevailing road and weather conditions and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front Drive carefully The driving safety systems described only work as effectively as possible when there is ade quate contact between the tires and the road surface Please pay special attention to the notes on tires recommended minimum tire tread depths etc Y page 263 In wintry driving conditions always use ...

Page 61: ... autonomous braking func tion and a situation dependent brake boosting effect Active Brake Assist can help you to minimize the risk of a collision with the vehicle traveling in front or reduce the effects of such a collision If Active Brake Assist detects that there is a risk of collision you will be warned visually and acoustically If you do not react to the visual collision warning or the warnin...

Page 62: ...y careful attention to the traffic sit uation and do not rely solely on the distance warning function Function Starting at a speed of approximately 4 mph 7 km h the distance warning function warns you if you rapidly approach 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 ...

Page 63: ...ndent brake boosting effect reacts to stationary obstacles up to a speed of approximately 44 mph 70 km h If the situation dependent brake boosting effect demands particularly high brake pressure pre ventative passenger protection measures PRE SAFE are triggered simultaneously Y page 54 X Keep the brake pedal depressed until the emergency braking situation is over ABS prevents the wheels from locki...

Page 64: ...pecialist workshop ESP is only deactivated if the å warning lamp is lit continuously When SPORT handling mode is activated the M warning lamp lights up in the instrument panel When the å and h warning lamps light up continuously ESP is not available due to a mal function Observe the information on warning lamps Y page 201 and display messages which may be shown in the instrument cluster Y page 175...

Page 65: ...nction display X To deactivate SPORT handling mode briefly press button The M handling mode warning lamp in the instrument cluster goes out ESP is activa ted X To deactivate ESP press button The å ESP OFF warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up The OFF OFF message appears on the multifunction dis play X To activate ESP when SPORT handling mode is activated or ESP is deactivated press butt...

Page 66: ...braking comfort In addition to the braking function ADAPTIVE BRAKE also fea tures the hill start assist function Y page 112 Protection against theft Immobilizer The immobilizer prevents your vehicle from being started without the correct SmartKey X To activate with KEYLESS GO start func tion or KEYLESS GO switch the ignition off and open the driver s door X To activate with the SmartKey remove the...

Page 67: ...e the vehicle The alarm is stopped or X Press the Start Stop button The SmartKey must be inside the vehicle The alarm is stopped The alarm is not switched off even if you close the open door that triggered it for example i If the alarm continues for more than 30 seconds the mbrace emergency call sys tem automatically notifies the Customer Assistance Center This is done either by text message or da...

Page 68: ...r another SmartKey Rwith metallic objects e g coins or metal foil Rinside metallic objects e g a metal case This can affect the functionality of the Smart Key Vehicles with KEYLESS GO start function do not keep the SmartKey in the trunk Otherwise the SmartKey may not be detected e g when starting the engine using the Start Stop button A brief radio connection between the vehicle and the SmartKey d...

Page 69: ...urs for example Rwhen starting the engine Rwhile driving Rwhen using the remote trunk lid opening sen sor Rwhen the external door handles are touched Rduring convenience closing X To unlock the vehicle touch the inner sur face of the door handle X To lock the vehicle touch sensor surface or Make sure that you do not touch the inner surface of the door handle X Convenience closing feature touch rec...

Page 70: ...e ously for approximately six seconds until the indicator lamp flashes twice Y page 69 Mechanical key General notes If the vehicle can no longer be locked or unlocked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS GO use the mechanical key If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the driver s door the anti theft alarm sys tem will be triggered Switch off the alarm Y page 64 If you unlock the vehicle using t...

Page 71: ...g properly if battery check lamp lights up briefly The battery is discharged if battery check lamp does not light up briefly X Change the battery Y page 69 If the SmartKey battery is checked within the signal reception range of the vehicle pressing the or button Rlocks or Runlocks the vehicle i You can get a battery at any qualified spe cialist workshop Replacing the battery You require a CR 2025 ...

Page 72: ...nterference from a powerful source of radio waves X Unlock Y page 73 or lock Y page 73 the vehicle using the mechanical key The SmartKey is faulty X Unlock Y page 73 or lock Y page 73 the vehicle using the mechanical key X Have the SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop You can no longer lock or unlock the vehicle using KEYLESS GO KEYLESS GO was deactivated X Reactivate KEYLESS GO Y p...

Page 73: ...or X Jump start the vehicle Y page 256 or X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The engine cannot be started using the Start Stop button The Smart Key is in the vehicle The vehicle is locked X Unlock the vehicle and try to start the vehicle again The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged X Check the SmartKey battery Y page 69 and replace it if necessary Y page 69 If this does not...

Page 74: ...oor closed You could otherwise damage the door or the side window Unlocking and opening doors from the inside You can open a door from inside the vehicle even if it has been locked If the vehicle has been locked with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS GO opening a door from the inside will trigger the anti theft alarm system Switch off the alarm Y page 64 X Pull door handle If the door is locked locking...

Page 75: ...g towed Rthe vehicle is on a roller dynamometer i You can activate and deactivate the auto matic locking mechanism via the multimedia system see the Digital Operator s Manual Unlocking locking the driver s door using the mechanical key To completely lock the vehicle using the mechanical key Rbegin by pressing the button for locking the vehicle from the inside while the driver s door is open Rthen ...

Page 76: ...ance above the trunk lid The opening dimensions of the trunk lid can be found in the Vehicle data section Y page 293 If the rear spoiler has been extended manually the height when opened is higher by this amount If in doubt retract the rear spoiler again manually before opening the trunk lid Y page 229 Do not leave the SmartKey in the trunk You could otherwise lock yourself out You should preferab...

Page 77: ...nsor does not function while the engine is being started RDirt caused by road salt or snow around sen sors may restrict functionality Using the trunk unlocking function via the sensor with a prosthetic leg may restrict func tionality RIf a KEYLESS GO SmartKey is within the rear detection range of KEYLESS GO the sensors could be triggered As a result the trunk lid could be opened unintentionally un...

Page 78: ...sition 2 If the vehicle is unlocked centrally the trunk lid will also be unlocked Trunk emergency release You can unlock the trunk lid from the inside with emergency release button X Press emergency release button briefly The trunk lid unlocks and opens X Push the trunk lid upwards to open it com pletely The trunk lid can be unlocked with emergency release button when the vehicle is stationary or ...

Page 79: ...t Rto soft light and thin objects e g small fin gers Rwhile adjusting This means that the reversing feature cannot prevent someone being trapped in these sit uations There is a risk of injury Make sure that no body parts are in close proximity during the closing procedure If someone becomes trapped press the W button to open the side window again Opening and closing the side win dows The switches ...

Page 80: ...ring the closing procedure When you lock the vehicle you can close the windows at the same time Using the SmartKey X Press and hold the button until the side windows are fully closed X Make sure that all the side windows are closed X To interrupt convenience closing release the button Using KEYLESS GO The driver s door and the door at which the han dle is used must both be closed The SmartKey must...

Page 81: ... Possible causes consequences and M M Solutions 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 window A side window cannot be closed and you cannot see the cause If a side window is obstructed during closing and reopens again slightly X Immediately after the window blocks pull the corresponding switch again until...

Page 82: ...ose the soft top fully In order to close the soft top fully reduce your speed or stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic condi tions For safety reasons Mercedes Benz recom mends that you only open or close the soft top when the vehicle is stationary If the soft top does not open or close fully the soft top hydraulics are depressurized and the soft top is lowered Rafter approximately 7 minu...

Page 83: ... you pull and hold soft top switch the side windows close Opening closing using the SmartKey Important safety notes G WARNING When opening or closing the soft top there is a risk that parts of the body could become trapped by moving parts such as the roof mechanism the trunk lid or the side win dows There is a risk of injury When opening or closing the roof make sure that no parts of the body are ...

Page 84: ...which have been tested and approved for Mercedes Benz vehicles This helps to prevent damage to the vehicle Installing removing The wind screen protects against wind when driving with the soft top open It is secured between the roll bars The wind screen is in wind screen bag on the tank partition wall in the trunk X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road ...

Page 85: ...stationary X Depress the brake pedal The soft top mechanism or control system is defective X Visit a qualified specialist workshop The soft top has been opened and closed several times in a row The soft top drive has been deactivated automatically for safety reasons You can open and close the soft top again after approximately ten minutes X Switch off the ignition and turn it back on X Open or clo...

Page 86: ...ic conditions Rthe seat belt is pulled snugly against your body and is routed across the center of your shoulder and across your hips in the pelvic area Further related subjects RManual seat adjustment Y page 85 RElectrical seat adjustment Y page 86 RFastening the seat belt correctly Y page 44 RAdjusting the rear view mirror and exterior mirrors Y page 92 RStoring seat settings steering wheel and ...

Page 87: ... to your head G WARNING The seat belt does not offer the intended level of protection if you have not moved the back rest to an almost vertical position When brak ing or in the event of an accident you could slide underneath the seat belt and sustain abdomen or neck injuries for example This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury Adjust the seat properly before beginning your journ...

Page 88: ...ent can then no longer be set i If after starting the journey no correct seat fore and aft adjustment has been made there is a risk of accident and injury Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possi ble and readjust the seat position i Further related subjects RYou can store the seat settings using the memory function Y page 94 RIf PRE SAFE is triggered the front passenger seat will be ...

Page 89: ... X To broaden press button Front passenger seat Side bolsters of the seat backrest X To narrow press button X To broaden press button i The side bolsters of the front passenger seat cushion cannot be adjusted Seat heating and seat ventilation Switching the seat heating on off G WARNING Repeatedly switching on the seat heating can cause the seat cushion and backrest pads to become very hot The heal...

Page 90: ...go out i If the battery voltage is too low the seat heating may switch off Activating deactivating seat ventila tion The three blue indicator lamps in buttons indicate the blower setting you have selected X Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock Y page 111 X To switch on press button repeatedly until the desired blower setting is set X To switch off press button repeatedly until...

Page 91: ...e is a risk of injury Reduce the heater output before it becomes too hot The AIRSCARF function warms the head and neck area of vehicle occupants with warm air The warm air flows out of the holes in the head restraints The three red indicator lamps in the button indi cate the heating level you have selected X Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock X To switch on pres...

Page 92: ...wheel is locked Never unlock the steering wheel while the vehicle is in motion G WARNING Children could injure themselves if they adjust the steering wheel There is a risk of injury When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle The electrically adjustable steering wheel can still be adjusted when there is no SmartKe...

Page 93: ...t has not already reached the upper stop Position of the steering wheel for driv ing The steering wheel is moved to the previously set position if you Rclose the driver s door and Rpress the Start Stop button once When you close the driver s door with the igni tion switched on the steering wheel is also automatically moved to the previously set posi tion The last position of the steering wheel col...

Page 94: ... automatically heated if the rear win dow defroster is switched on and the outside temperature is low Folding the exterior mirrors in or out electrically X Select key position 1 or 2 with the Start Stop button X Briefly press button Both exterior mirrors fold in or out i Make sure that the exterior mirrors are always folded out fully while driving They could otherwise vibrate i If you are driving ...

Page 95: ...atically go into anti glare mode if the following conditions are met simul taneously Rthe ignition is switched on Rincident light from headlamps strikes the sen sor in the rear view mirror The mirrors do not go into anti glare mode if reverse gear is engaged or if the interior lighting is switched on Parking position for the exterior mir ror on the front passenger side Storing the parking position...

Page 96: ... There is a risk of an accident Only use the memory function on the driver s side when the vehicle is stationary G WARNING When the memory function adjusts the seat or steering wheel you and other vehicle occu pants particularly children could become trapped There is a risk of injury While the memory function is making adjust ments make sure that no one has any body parts in the sweep of the seat ...

Page 97: ...position A tone sounds when the settings have been completed Calling up a stored setting X Press and hold the corresponding storage position button 1 2 or 3 until RSeat RSteering wheel RExterior mirrors are in the stored position i The steering wheel and seat adjustment procedure is interrupted as soon as you release the storage position button Exterior mirror adjustment continues Memory function ...

Page 98: ...esponsible for the vehicle s light ing at all times à is the preferred light switch position The light setting is automatically selected according to the brightness of the ambient light but not in the event of poor visibility due to weather conditions such as fog snow or spray RIf the Start Stop button is pressed once depending on the brightness of the ambient light the parking lamps will switch o...

Page 99: ...st observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving when operating the rear fog lamp X To switch on the rear fog lamp select key position 2 with the Start Stop button or start the engine X Turn the light switch to the L or à position X Press the R button The yellow R indicator lamp in the instru ment cluster lights up X To switch off the rear fog lamp press the R b...

Page 100: ...e combination switch only the turn signal lamp on the corresponding side of the vehicle will flash X To switch off the hazard warning lamps press button The hazard warning lamps automatically switch on if Ran air bag is deployed or Rthe vehicle decelerates rapidly from a speed of above 45 mph 70 km h and comes to a standstill The hazard warning lamps switch off automati cally if the vehicle reache...

Page 101: ...on the distance between the vehi cle and other road users If you are driving at speeds above approx imately 19 mph 30 km h and no other road users have been detected The high beam headlamps are switched on automatically The K indicator lamp in the instrument cluster also lights up If you are driving at speeds below approx imately 16 mph 25 km h or other road users have been detected or the roads a...

Page 102: ...shield after the vehicle has been washed in an automatic car wash wax or other resi dues may be the reason for this Clean the windshield using washer fluid after washing the vehicle in an automatic car wash Intermittent wiping with rain sensor due to optical influences and the windshield becom ing dirty in dry weather conditions the wind shield wipers may be activated inadvertently This could then...

Page 103: ... spe cialist workshop To avoid damaging the wiper blades make sure that you touch only the wiper arm of the wiper Replacing the wiper blades Adjusting the wiper blades so that they are vertical X Switch off the engine X Remove your foot from the brake pedal X Set the windshield wiper to the position X Press the Start Stop button repeatedly until the windshield wiper starts X When the wiper arms ar...

Page 104: ...il completely The windshield wiper drive is malfunctioning X Select another wiper speed on the combination switch X Have the windshield wipers checked at a qualified specialist work shop The windshield washer fluid from the spray noz zles no longer hits the center of the windshield The spray nozzles are misaligned X Have the spray nozzles adjusted at a qualified specialist workshop The wiper arms ...

Page 105: ...l be reached more quickly i The integrated filter filters out most parti cles of dust and soot and completely filters out pollen It also reduces gaseous pollutants and odors A clogged filter reduces the amount of air supplied to the vehicle interior Depending on the operating conditions and environmental influences the interval for replacing the filter may be shorter than speci fied i It is possib...

Page 106: ...ing the ECO button Y page 114 Operating the climate control sys tems Setting climate control General notes When the climate control is switched off the air supply and air circulation are also switched off The windows could fog up Therefore switch off climate control only briefly Switch on climate control primarily using the à rocker switch Y page 105 Activating deactivating X Select key position 2...

Page 107: ... above the à rocker switch goes out In automatic mode if you adjust the airflow or air distribution manually the indicator lamp above the à rocker switch goes out The function which has not been changed manually however continues to be controlled automati cally When the manually set function switches back to automatic mode the indicator lamp above the à rocker switch lights up again Setting the te...

Page 108: ...he windshield and front side windows Rair recirculation mode off i If necessary the Cooling with air dehumid ification function is activated In this case the indicator lamp above the rocker switch remains switched off X To switch off press the rocker switch up or down The indicator lamp above the rocker switch goes out The previously selected set tings are restored Air recirculation mode remains d...

Page 109: ...e Start Stop button Y page 111 X To activate press the g rocker switch up or down The indicator lamp above the g rocker switch lights up Air recirculation mode switches on automati cally Rat high outside temperatures Rin a tunnel vehicles with a navigation system only The indicator lamp above the g rocker switch is not lit when automatic air recirculation mode is activated Outside air is added aft...

Page 110: ...ide air vent X To open or close turn thumbwheel to the left or right as far as it will go X To adjust the air direction hold side air vent in the center and move it up or down or to the left or right Adjusting the blower setting of the AIRSCARF vents G WARNING When AIRSCARF is switched on very hot air can flow from the vents in the head restraints This could result in burns in the immediate vicini...

Page 111: ... the engine speed gradually and accelerate the vehicle to full speed You should also observe these notes on break ing in if the engine or parts of the drive train on your vehicle have been replaced Always observe the respective maximum per missible speed Driving Important safety notes G WARNING Objects in the driver s footwell can restrict the pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal The operati...

Page 112: ... To start the vehicle without actively using the SmartKey Rthe SmartKey must be in the vehicle Rthe vehicle must not be locked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS GO Y page 67 Do not keep the SmartKey Rwith electronic devices e g a mobile phone or another SmartKey Rwith metallic objects e g coins or metal foil Rinside metallic objects e g a metal case This can affect the functionality of the Smart Key If...

Page 113: ... or road users Rget out and disrupt traffic Roperate the vehicle s equipment Additionally children could set the vehicle in motion if for example they Rrelease the parking brake Rshifting the automatic transmission out of park position P RStart the engine There is a risk of an accident and injury When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Never leave children o...

Page 114: ...aiting period X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni tion lock Y page 111 The indicator lamps in the instrument cluster light up Y page 199 X Turn the SmartKey to position 3 in the igni tion lock Y page 111 and release it as soon as the engine is running Pulling away General notes G WARNING If the engine speed is above the idling speed and you engage transmission position 7 or C the vehicle...

Page 115: ... wants to pull away again The ECO start stop function thereby helps you to reduce the fuel consumption and emissions of your vehicle Important safety notes G WARNING If the engine is switched off automatically and you exit the vehicle the engine is restarted automatically The vehicle may begin moving There is a risk of accident and injury If you wish to exit the vehicle always turn off the ignitio...

Page 116: ...not active Ryou depress the accelerator pedal Ryou engage reverse gear k Ryou move the transmission out of position j Ryou unfasten your seat belt or open the driv er s door Rthe vehicle starts to roll Rthe brake system requires this Rthe temperature in the vehicle interior devi ates from the set range Rthe system detects moisture on the wind shield when the air conditioning system is switched on ...

Page 117: ...gain X Press the Start Stop button repeatedly until all indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out or X Turn the SmartKey back to SmartKey position u in the ignition lock X Try to start the engine again Y page 111 Avoid excessively long and frequent attempts to start the engine as these will drain the battery If the engine does not start after several attempts X Consult a qualified specialis...

Page 118: ...engine and transmission settings RACE AMG GT C Roadster Maximum sportiness and engine and transmission settings suitable for the racetrack I Individual Individual settings In urban traffic and stop start traffic drive pro gram C is recommended Depending on the drive program selected the following vehicle characteristics will change Rthe drive engine management Rthe transmission management RESP Y p...

Page 119: ...g speed and you engage transmission position 7 or C the vehicle could pull away sud denly There is a risk of an accident When engaging transmission position 7 or C always firmly depress the brake pedal and do not simultaneously accelerate G WARNING The automatic transmission switches to neu tral position N when you switch off the engine The vehicle may roll away There is a risk of an accident Afte...

Page 120: ...mation on the HOLD function Y page 144 and on Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Y page 140 Engaging reverse gear R X Make sure that the vehicle is stationary X Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed X Push the E SELECT lever forwards past the first point of resistance The transmission position k is engaged If you engage reverse gear the engine starts automatically Y page 114 Shifting to neut...

Page 121: ...k Y page 111 The displays go out if you Rswitch off the power supply with the Start Stop button Y page 110 or Rremove the SmartKey from the ignition lock Y page 111 If the transmission position display in the mul tifunction display is not working check on the display next to the E SELECT lever whether the desired transmission position is engaged Transmission positions B Park position This prevents...

Page 122: ...th high longitudinal and lateral acceleration delays the shift points to higher engine speeds Double clutch function When shifting down the double clutch function is active regardless of the currently selected drive program The double clutch function reduces load change reactions and is conducive to a sporty driving style The sound generated by the double clutch function depends on the drive progr...

Page 123: ...ode M Y page 121 Ryou leave the suitable speed range i If you have selected the Comfort setting for the drive engine management in drive program I you can also activate gliding mode You can find information about this in the Dig ital Operator s Manual M button X Press M button Indicator lamp lights up The letter M appears in the multifunction display Manual mode M is activated M Manual Permanent m...

Page 124: ...ater The fuel consumption possibly being higher as a result of the later automatic transmission shift points Rthe suspension exhibits particularly hard springing and damping settings Rgliding mode is not available Rthe ECO start stop function is not available Rif a period of dynamic driving is followed by an extended phase with a constant accelerator pedal position the vehicle shifts up to a highe...

Page 125: ... acceleration during overrun mode or when driving on steep terrain When temporary manual drive program is deac tivated the automatic transmission shifts into the automatic drive program that was last selec ted You can also deactivate temporary manual drive program yourself X Pull on the right hand steering wheel paddle shifter and hold it in place Y page 121 or X Use the DYNAMIC SELECT controller ...

Page 126: ...rogram is characterized by the following Rthe vehicle exhibits driving characteristics suitable for the racetrack Rall vehicle systems are set for maximum sportiness Rfor optimum performance the transmission shifts up later and shifts down sooner Rthe multifunction display shows the manual gearshift program without upshift indicator Y page 122 Rthe gearshift recommendation gives you information fo...

Page 127: ...tely rinse them thoroughly with clean water Seek medical assistance with out delay RIf fuel is swallowed seek medical assis tance without delay Do not induce vomit ing RImmediately change out of clothing which has come into contact with fuel G WARNING Electrostatic charge can cause sparks and thereby ignite fuel vapors There is a risk of fire and explosion Before you open the fuel filler cap or ta...

Page 128: ...been removed or if the SmartKey is inserted in the ignition lock X Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock X Press the fuel filler flap in the direction of arrow The fuel filler flap swings up X Turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise and remove it X Insert the fuel filler cap into the holder on the inside of fuel filler flap X Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel pump nozzle into th...

Page 129: ...ing Important safety notes G WARNING Flammable material such as leaves grass or twigs may ignite if they come into contact with hot parts of the exhaust system or exhaust gas flow There is a risk of fire Park the vehicle so that no flammable mate rials come into contact with parts of the vehi cle which are hot Take particular care not to park on dry grassland or harvested grain fields G WARNING If...

Page 130: ...Shift the transmission to j using the button on the center console Using the Start Stop button X Press the Start Stop button Y page 110 The engine stops and all the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out If the driver s door is closed this is the same as key position 1 If the driver s door is open this is the same as key position u i e the SmartKey having been removed If you switch the e...

Page 131: ...rforms a function test at regular intervals while the engine is switched off The sounds that can be heard while this is occurring are normal Applying or releasing manually X To apply push handle When the electric parking brake is applied the red F USA only or Canada only indicator lamp lights up in the instru ment cluster The electric parking brake can also be applied when the SmartKey is in posit...

Page 132: ... instrument cluster Emergency braking The vehicle can also be braked during an emer gency by using the electric parking brake X While driving push handle of the electric parking brake Y page 129 The vehicle is braked as long as you keep handle of the electric parking brake pressed The longer electric parking brake handle is depressed the greater the brak ing force During braking Ra warning tone so...

Page 133: ...nts for the country in which you are driving Some jurisdictions pro hibit the driver from using a mobile phone while driving a vehicle If you make a call while driving always use hands free mode Only operate the telephone when the traffic situation permits If you are unsure pull over to a safe location and stop before operating the telephone Bear in mind that at a speed of only 30 mph approximatel...

Page 134: ...is helps you to avoid overheating the brakes and wearing them out excessively When you take advantage of engine braking a drive wheel may not turn for some time e g on a slippery road surface This could cause damage to the drive train This type of damage is not covered by the Mercedes Benz war ranty Heavy and light loads G WARNING If you rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving the braking ...

Page 135: ...of brake disks other than those approved by Mercedes Benz can change the track width and is subject to approval if appli cable Shock type loads when handling the brake discs such as when changing wheels can lead to a reduction in comfort when driving with light weight brake discs Avoid shock type loads on the lightweight brake disks particularly on the brake plate Mercedes Benz recommends that you...

Page 136: ...y of fresh air open a window on the side of the vehicle that is not facing into the wind Have your vehicle winter proofed at a qualified specialist workshop at the onset of winter Drive particularly carefully on slippery road sur faces Avoid sudden acceleration steering and braking maneuvers Do not use cruise control If the vehicle threatens to skid or cannot be stopped when moving at low speed X ...

Page 137: ...ol lever up or down X Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Cruise control is activated The vehicle auto matically 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 auto matically applying the brakes Storing mainta...

Page 138: ...t the transmission to position i while driving If cruise control is deactivated a warning tone sounds You will see the Cruise Control Off Cruise Control Off message in the multifunction display for approx imately five seconds i When you switch off the engine the last speed stored is cleared Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC General notes Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC regulates the speed and auto...

Page 139: ...ncoming vehicles and crossing traffic As a result Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC may neither give warnings nor intervene in such situations There is a risk of an accident Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit uation and be ready to brake G WARNING Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC cannot always clearly identify other road users and complex traffic situations In such cases Active Distanc...

Page 140: ... if you are driving in a turning lane or an exit lane Rbe so high in the right lane that you pass vehi cles driving on the left in countries where they drive on the right Rbe so high in the left lane that you pass vehi cles driving on the right right hand drive countries If there is a change of drivers advise the new driver of the speed stored Cruise control lever Activates or increases speed Acti...

Page 141: ...he multifunction display The set distance to a slower moving vehicle in front will then not be maintained You will be driving at the speed you determine by the position of the accelerator pedal You can also activate Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC when stationary The lowest speed that can be set is 20 mph 30 km h X Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you or press it up or down Active Di...

Page 142: ...mmended in stop and start traffic Additional information on selecting the drive program Y page 116 Changing lanes If you change to the overtaking lane Active Dis tance Assist DISTRONIC helps you if Ryou are driving at a speed greater than 45 mph 70 km h Ryou switch on the appropriate turn signal RActive Distance Assist DISTRONIC does not currently detect a danger of collision If these conditions a...

Page 143: ...pressed up or down the last speed stored is increased or reduced X To adjust the set speed in 5 mph incre ments 10 km h increments briefly press the cruise control lever up or down beyond the pressure point Every time the cruise control lever is pressed up or down the last speed stored is increased or reduced i If you accelerate to overtake Active Dis tance Assist DISTRONIC adjusts the vehicle s s...

Page 144: ...ull away and the front passenger door or one of the rear doors is open Rthe vehicle is skidding If Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deacti vated you will hear a warning tone You will see the Active Distance Assist Off Active Distance Assist Off message on the multifunction display for approximately five seconds Displays in the instrument cluster Displays in the speedometer If Active Distance As...

Page 145: ...g out of a bend RVehicles traveling on a different line ROther vehicles changing lanes RNarrow vehicles RObstructions and stationary vehicles RCrossing vehicles In such situations brake if necessary Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC will then be deacti vated Cornering going into and coming out of a bend The ability of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC to detect vehicles when cornering is limited You...

Page 146: ...ally on steep slopes Rwhen maneuvering on steep slopes Rwhen waiting in traffic The vehicle is kept stationary without the driver having to depress the brake pedal The braking effect is canceled and the HOLD function deactivated when you depress the accelerator pedal to pull away Important safety notes G WARNING If the vehicle is only braked using the HOLD function the vehicle may roll away in the...

Page 147: ...Ryou secure the vehicle using the electric park ing brake i After a time the electric parking brake secures the vehicle and relieves the service brake The electric parking brake secures the vehicle automatically if the HOLD function is activated when the vehicle is stationary and Rthe driver s seat belt is not fastened and the driver s door is open Rthe engine is switched off unless it is auto mat...

Page 148: ...ing through an accelerating process once from a stationary position this function is automatically deactivated X Depress the brake pedal with your left foot and keep it depressed X Pull and hold both steering wheel paddle shift ers The RACE START Confirm Paddle UP RACE START Confirm Paddle UP Cancel Paddle DOWN Cancel Paddle DOWN message appears in the multifunction display X Release both steering...

Page 149: ... RACE START will be canceled The RACE START Canceled RACE START Canceled message appears in the multifunction display X Take your foot off the brake but keep the accelerator pedal depressed The vehicle pulls away at maximum acceler ation The RACE START Active RACE START Active message appears on the multifunction display RACE START is deactivated when the vehicle reaches a speed of approximately 3...

Page 150: ...ur vehicle using six sensors in the front bumper and four sensors in the rear bumper Parking Assist PARKTRONIC shows you the distance between your vehicle and a detec ted obstacle visually and audibly Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is only an aid It is not a replacement for your attention to your immediate surroundings You are always responsible for safe maneuvering parking and exiting a parking space ...

Page 151: ...and the obstacle The warning display for the front area is in the instru ment cluster The warning display for the rear area is located on the cover behind the seats in the rear compartment The warning display for each side of the vehicle is divided into five yellow and two red segments Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is operational if operational readiness indicator lights up The selected transmission p...

Page 152: ...oximately two sec onds Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is then deactivated and the indi cator lamp on the PARKTRONIC button lights up Parking Assist PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has been deacti vated X If problems persist have Parking Assist PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified specialist workshop Only the red segments in the Parking Assist PARKTRONIC warning displays are lit Parking Assist PARKTRONIC ...

Page 153: ...ed In this case have the camera position and setting checked at a qualified specialist workshop The field of vision and other functions of the reversing camera may be restricted due to addi tional accessories on the rear of the vehicle e g license plate holder The guide lines in the multimedia system display show the distances to your vehicle The distan ces only apply to road level Activating deac...

Page 154: ...wn when the transmis sion is in position k The distance specifications only apply to objects that are at ground level Front warning display Additional measurement operational readi ness indicator for Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Rear warning display Vehicles with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC when Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is opera tional Y page 149 additional measurement operational readiness indicator ...

Page 155: ...ng space and bring the vehicle to a standstill X Make sure that the rear view camera is switched on Y page 151 The lane and the guide lines are shown X While the vehicle is at a standstill turn the steering wheel in the direction of the parking space until yellow guide line reaches park ing space marking X Maintain the steering input and reverse care fully Yellow guide line for the vehicle width i...

Page 156: ...igue or increasing inattentiveness in time or fail to recognize them at all The system is not a substitute for a well rested and attentive driver The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is restricted and warnings may be delayed or not occur at all Rif the length of the journey is less than approx imately 30 minutes Rif the road condition is poor e g if the surface is uneven or if there are potholes ...

Page 157: ...ng the a button on the steering wheel On long journeys take regular breaks in good time to allow yourself to rest If you do not take a break and ATTENTION ASSIST still detects increasing lapses in concentration you will be warned again after 15 minutes at the earliest This will only happen if ATTENTION ASSIST still detects typical indicators of fatigue or increas ing lapses in concentration If a w...

Page 158: ... can be impaired if Rthere is dirt on the sensors or anything else covering the sensors Rthere is poor visibility e g due to fog heavy rain snow or spray Rthere are narrow vehicles e g motorcycles or bicycles Rthe road has very wide lanes Rthe road has narrow lanes Ryou are not driving in the middle of the lane Rthere are barriers or other road boundaries Vehicles in the monitoring range are then ...

Page 159: ...ther warning tone sounds Activating Blind Spot Assist X Make sure that Blind Spot Assist is activated in the on board computer Y page 168 X Select SmartKey position 2 with the Start Stop button Warning lamps in the exterior mirrors light up red for approximately 1 5 seconds and then turn yellow Lane Keeping Assist General notes Lane Keeping Assist monitors the area in front of your vehicle by mean...

Page 160: ... Switching on Lane Keeping Assist X Activate Lane Keeping Assist using the on board computer to do so select Standard Standard or Adaptive Adaptive Y page 169 If you drive at speeds above 40 mph 60 km h and lane markings are detected the lines in the Assistance display are shown in green Y page 167 Lane Keeping Assist is ready for use Standard When Standard Standard is selected no warning vibra ti...

Page 161: ...nts The segments in the speedometer indicate which speed range is available RCruise control activated Y page 134 The segments light up from the stored speed to the type tested maximum speed RActive Distance Assist DISTRONIC activated Y page 136 One or two segments in the set speed range light up RActive Distance Assist DISTRONIC detects a vehicle in front moving more slowly than the stored speed T...

Page 162: ...e track or station list and selects a station an audio track or a video scene RIn the Telephone Telephone menu switches to the phone book and selects a name or a telephone number 9 Press and hold RScrolls quickly through all lists RIn the Radio Radio or Media Media menu selects a station audio track or video scene using rapid scrolling RIn the Telephone Telephone menu starts rapid scrolling if the...

Page 163: ...display R Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Y page 148 R Cruise control Y page 134 R_ Adaptive Highbeam Assist Y page 98 Rè ECO start stop function Y page 113 Rë HOLD function Y page 144 Menus and submenus Menu overview Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list Operating the on board computer Y page 160 Depending on the vehicle equipment you can select the following menu RTrip Trip me...

Page 164: ... lated from the last time the submenu was reset Y page 162 In the following cases the trip computer is auto matically reset From Start From Start Rthe ignition has been switched off for more than four hours R999 hours have been exceeded R9999 miles have been exceeded The From Reset From Reset trip computer is automatically reset if the value exceeds 9999 hours or 99 999 miles Digital speedometer X...

Page 165: ...e of direction Current road Change of direction announced with a lane recommendation Target of the change of direction Distance to the change of direction Change of direction symbol Recommended lane and new lane during a change of direction white A Possible lane B Lane not recommended dark gray On multilane roads new lane recommendations can be displayed for the next change of direction if the dig...

Page 166: ...visual distance display Change of direction symbol Lane recommendation Other status indicators of the naviga tion system Additional information Other possible additional information RNew Route New Route or Calculating Route Calculating Route A new route is calculated RRoad Not Mapped Road Not Mapped The vehicle position is inside the area of the digital map but the road is not recognized e g newly...

Page 167: ... on the multimedia system X Press ò on the steering wheel to open the menu list X Press or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Media Media menu X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel X To open close the media sources list press a briefly The list shows the following media sources for example RDisc CD DVD DVD COMAND only RSD card COMAND RMedia Register COMAND RUSB storage device RBluetooth...

Page 168: ...confirm your selection Telephone menu Introduction G WARNING If you operate information systems and com munication equipment integrated in the vehi cle when driving you may be distracted from the traffic situation You could also lose con trol of the vehicle There is a risk of an acci dent Only operate this equipment when the traffic situation permits If you are not sure that this is possible park ...

Page 169: ... of the list X If only one telephone number is stored for a name press the 6 or 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 or 9 button to select the number you want to dial X Press the 6 or a button to start dialing or X To exit the phone book press the or button Redialing The on board computer sa...

Page 170: ... or to select Brake Brake Assist Assist X Press a to confirm The current selection appears X To activate deactivate press the a but ton again When Active Brake Assist is deactivated the æ symbol appears in the Assistance Assistance Graphic Graphic menu of the multifunction display Further information on Active Brake Assist Y page 59 Activating deactivating Blind Spot Assist X Press ò on the steeri...

Page 171: ...Further information about Daytime Running Daytime Running Lights Lights Y page 96 Instrument cluster submenu Setting the brightness for the display and switches You can use the Brightness Brightness function to set the brightness of the multifunction display and the switches in the vehicle in increments X Press ò on the steering wheel to open the menu list X Press or 9 on the steering wheel to sel...

Page 172: ...ess or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Settings Settings menu X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel X Press or 9 to select the Factory Factory Settings Settings submenu X Press a to confirm The Reset All Settings Reset All Settings function appears X Press or 9 to select No No or Yes Yes X Press a to confirm the selection If you have selected Yes Yes the multifunction display shows a...

Page 173: ... than four hours the G Meter will be automati cally reset SETUP Drive Comfort Comfort Sport Sport Sport Sport Race Race Suspension Comfort Comfort Sport Sport Sport Sport Transmission D D M M Exhaust system Comfort Comfort Sport Sport A ESP On On Off Off or SPORT handling mode Sport Sport SETUP displays the following information and functions Rthe gear indicator Rthe digital speedometer Rthe drive...

Page 174: ...ly until the RACETIMER is shown X To start press the a button to start the RACETIMER Starting a new lap Lap RACETIMER Quickest lap time X Press the or 9 button to select New New Lap Lap X Press a to confirm A maximum of 32 laps may be stored Stopping the RACETIMER X Press the or 9 button to select Stop Stop X Press a to confirm If you stop the vehicle and select key position 1 the RACETIMER interr...

Page 175: ...rm The lap statistics are displayed X Press the 9 or button to select a dif ferent lap evaluation The fastest lap is indicated by flashing sym bol Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Operator s Manual and may therefore differ from the multifunction display Plea...

Page 176: ...died Message memory The on board computer saves certain display messages in the message memory You can call up the display messages X Use ò on the steering wheel to call up the list of menus X Press or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Service Service menu X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel X Press the or 9 button to select the message memory If there are no display messages the No ...

Page 177: ...n 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 multifunction display still shows the display message X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately Inoperative See Inoperative See Operator s Manual Operator s Manual ABS and ESP are malf...

Page 178: ...mporarily unavailable Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc tion The warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster The self diagnosis function might not be complete for example 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 example The braking distance in an e...

Page 179: ...NIC was activated A tone may also sound at regular intervals If you attempt to lock the vehicle the tone becomes louder You cannot start the engine X Paying attention to the traffic situation immediately depress the brake pedal firmly and hold until the display message disappears X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 127 F USA only Canada only Turn On the Igni Turn On the Igni tion tion...

Page 180: ...manually or X Release the electric parking brake automatically Y page 130 If the electric parking brake still cannot be released X Do not drive on X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The red F USA only or Canada only indicator lamp flashes and the yellow warning lamp lights up The electric parking brake is malfunctioning To release X Switch off the ignition and turn it back on X Release the ...

Page 181: ... manually X Shift the transmission to position j as the electric parking brake is not applied automatically X Visit a qualified specialist workshop If it is not possible to release the electric parking brake manually X Release the electric parking brake automatically Y page 130 F USA only Canada only Parking Brake Inop Parking Brake Inop erative erative The yellow warning lamp lights up The red F ...

Page 182: ...nue driving under any circumstances X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 127 X Consult a qualified specialist workshop X Do not add brake fluid This does not correct the malfunction Check Check Brake Brake Pad Pad Wear Wear The brake pads linings have reached their wear limit USA only the red brake system warning lamp also lights up while the engine is running X Visit a qualified speci...

Page 183: ...erational again If the display message does not disappear X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 127 X Restart the engine Active Active Brake Brake Assist Assist Functions Limited Functions Limited See Operator s Man See Operator s Man ual ual Active Brake Assist is unavailable due...

Page 184: ...arly in the center of the rear bumper X Restart the engine The display message disappears 6 SRS SRS Malfunction Malfunction Ser Ser vice Required vice Required The restraint system is malfunctioning 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 trig...

Page 185: ...on Service Required Service Required The left hand or right hand window curtain air bag is malfunctioning The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster G WARNING The left or right window curtain air bag may either be triggered unin tentionally or in the event of an accident may not be triggered There is an increased risk of injury X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately D...

Page 186: ...agnosis is carried out The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamps must light up simulta neously for approximately six seconds Rthe PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp must then light up and remain lit after the self diagnosis If the indicator lamp is on OCS Occupant Classification System has disabled the front passenger front air bag Y page 48 Rthe display messages Front P...

Page 187: ...lly is X Keep the seat unoccupied close the front passenger door and switch on the ignition X Observe the PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps in the center console and the multifunction display and check the following Seat unoccupied and ignition switched on Ra self diagnosis is carried out The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamps must light up simulta neously for approxima...

Page 188: ...ht sensor is defective X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Switch Off Lights Switch Off Lights The lights are still switched on when you leave the vehicle A warning tone also sounds X Turn the light switch to the à or L position Adaptive Highbeam Adaptive Highbeam Assist Inoperative Assist Inoperative Adaptive Highbeam Assist is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Adaptive Highbea...

Page 189: ...g tone also sounds G WARNING Do not drive when your engine is overheated This can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire Steam from the overheated engine can also cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the hood There is a risk of injury X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine pay ing attention to road and traffic con...

Page 190: ...d the battery condition of charge is too low X Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need such as the rear window defroster and interior lighting X Leave the engine running for a few minutes or drive a long distance The battery is being charged 4 Check Engine Oil Check Engine Oil Level Add 1 quart Level Add 1 quart The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level Avoid longer journe...

Page 191: ...system is leaking X Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed If the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed X Close the fuel filler cap If the fuel filler cap is correctly closed X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Driving systems Display messages Possible causes consequences and M M Solutions À ATTENTION ASSIST ATTENTION ASSIST Take a Break Take a Break Based on certain criteria ATT...

Page 192: ...urrently Unavaila ble See Operator s ble See Operator s Manual Manual Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative Possible causes are Rthe radar sensor system is outside the operating temperature range Rthe radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative e g due to elec tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation When the causes stated...

Page 193: ... the causes stated above no longer apply the display message disappears Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is operational again If the display message does not disappear X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 127 X Restart the engine Active Distance Active Distance Assist Inoperative...

Page 194: ...els is too great X Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity Y page 269 X If necessary correct the tire pressure X Restart the tire pressure monitor Y page 271 Check Tires Check Tires The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display A warning tone also sounds G WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the follo...

Page 195: ... is interference from a strong source of radio waves no signals from the tire pressure sensors are detected The tire pressure monitor is temporarily malfunctioning X Drive on The tire pressure monitor restarts automatically as soon as the problem has been resolved TirePress Sen TirePress Sen sor s Missing sor s Missing There is no signal from the tire pressure sensor of one or several tires The pr...

Page 196: ...or Open Transmission Not Transmission Not in P Risk of Vehi in P Risk of Vehi cle Rolling Away cle Rolling Away The driver s door is open or not fully closed and the transmission is in position k i or h A warning tone also sounds G WARNING The vehicle may roll away There is a risk of an accident X Shift the transmission to position j X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 127 X Close the...

Page 197: ...icle is moving X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Shift the transmission to position j j Parking Lock Mal Parking Lock Mal funct Apply Park funct Apply Park ing Brake ing Brake The transmission position j cannot be selected X Make sure that the electric parking brake is applied X Prevent the vehicle from rolling away before...

Page 198: ...n A warning tone also sounds G WARNING The open hood may block your view when the vehicle is in motion There is a risk of an accident X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 127 X Close the hood C At least one door is open A warning tone also sounds X Close all the doors Rear Spoile...

Page 199: ...e force to steer There is a risk of an accident X Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required X If you are able to steer safely carefully drive on to a qualified specialist workshop X If you are unable to steer safely do not drive on Contact the nearest qualified specialist workshop Phone No Service Phone No Service Your vehicle is outside the network provider s transmitter receiv...

Page 200: ...Key is not in the vehicle A warning tone also sounds If the engine is switched off you can no longer lock the vehicle cen trally or start the engine X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 127 X Locate the SmartKey X Press a on the steering wheel to confirm the display message Becau...

Page 201: ... warning lamp lights up after the engine starts as soon as the driver s or the front passenger door is closed The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt X Fasten your seat belt Y page 44 The warning lamp goes out There are objects on the front passenger seat X Remove the objects from the front passenger seat and stow them in a secure place The warning lamp goes out ü N The red ...

Page 202: ... warning lamp is lit while the engine is running A warning tone also sounds There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir G WARNING The braking effect may be impaired There is a risk of an accident X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions Do not continue driving under any circumstances X Secure the vehicle against ro...

Page 203: ...alified specialist workshop immediately If the ABS control unit is defective there is also a possibility that other systems such as the navigation system or the automatic transmission will not be available J å N USA only J Canada only the red brake warning lamp and the yellow ESP and ABS warning lamps are lit while the engine is running ABS and ESP are malfunctioning Other driving systems and driv...

Page 204: ...ystem continues to function normally but without the functions listed above The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can thus increase If ESP is not operational ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop...

Page 205: ... lit and or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake is lit X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display 6 N The red restraint system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running The restraint system is malfunctioning G WARNING The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered uninten tionally or in the event of an accident may not be t...

Page 206: ...ange X Refuel at the nearest gas station 8 N 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 filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking X Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed X If the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed close the fuel filler cap X If the fuel filler c...

Page 207: ...d X Drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop X Avoid subjecting the engine to heavy loads e g driving in mountainous terrain and stop and go traffic N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running A warning tone also sounds The coolant temperature has exceeded 248 120 The airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the coolant level may be too low G WARNING The e...

Page 208: ...ms Warning indicator lamp N N Signal type Possible causes consequences and M M Solutions N The red distance warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion A warning tone also sounds You are approaching 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...

Page 209: ...raking maneuvers Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 127 X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display X Check the tires and if necessary follow the instructions for a flat tire Y page 250 X Check the tire pressure Y page 269 X If necessary correct the tire pressure h N The yellow tire pressure monitor warni...

Page 210: ...unds G WARNING You will need to use more force to steer There is a risk of an accident X Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required X If you are able to steer safely carefully drive on to a qualified specialist work shop X If you are unable to steer safely do not drive on Contact the nearest qualified specialist workshop 208 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster O...

Page 211: ...gation announcements are intended to direct you while driving without diverting your attention from the road and driving Please always use this feature instead of con sulting 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 This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth...

Page 212: ...uncements Rin hands free mode during a phone call Switching the sound on or off X Press the 8 button on the multifunction steering wheel If the audio output is switched off the status line will show the 8 symbol If you switch the media source or change the volume the sound is automatically switched on i You will hear navigation messages even when the sound is muted COMAND Functions The multimedia ...

Page 213: ... and sound settings turn two fingers to the right or left X To zoom in and out of the map COMAND move two fingers together or apart Character entry with handwriting rec ognition Entering characters X Use one finger to write characters on the sur face The character is entered in the input line If the character that you have entered can be interpreted in different ways these character suggestions ar...

Page 214: ...tion music track is played Switching the character entry between touchpad and controller Requirement an input line for text numbers or characters has been selected X To switch to the controller press the con troller Character entry using the controller is active X To switch to the touchpad press the touch pad with your finger Handwriting recognition on the touchpad is active Favorites Calling up a...

Page 215: ...ct Vehicle Vehicle The vehicle menu is displayed X Slide 6 the controller repeatedly until the climate control bar is activated Calling up the climate control menu Multimedia system X Select Vehicle Vehicle The vehicle menu is displayed X Slide 6 the controller repeatedly until the climate control bar is activated X To select from climate control bar turn and press the controller The menu for sele...

Page 216: ...ystem General notes Among other things correct functioning of the navigation system depends on GPS reception In certain situations GPS reception may be impaired there may be interference or there may be no reception at all e g in tunnels or parking garages The following descriptions apply to navigation with COMAND Further information can be found in the Digital Operator s Manual Selecting a route ...

Page 217: ...e menu X Select Start Start or Continue Continue The route is calculated with the selected route type and the selected route options If route guidance has already been activated a prompt will appear asking whether you wish to end the current route guidance X Select Yes Yes or Set as Intermediate Des Set as Intermediate Des tination tination Yes Yes cancels the current route guidance and starts rou...

Page 218: ...e select Main Phone Main Phone X Two telephone mode select Additional Additional Phone Incoming Calls Only Phone Incoming Calls Only when a mobile phone is already connected X Select Start Search Start Search X Select mobile phone Connecting a mobile phone Authorization via Secure Simple Pairing X The code on the multimedia system and mobile phone are the same if applicable select Yes Yes on the m...

Page 219: ...ely If the SD card is no longer in use you should take it out and remove it from the vehicle High temperatures can damage the card Inserting an SD card The SD card slot is located in the stowage com partment under the armrest X Insert the SD card into the SD card slot until the SD card engages The side with the con tacts must face down X Select the media source Y page 217 Removing an SD card X Pre...

Page 220: ...ndling characteristics of a laden vehicle are dependent on the distribution of the load within the vehicle For this reason you should observe the following notes when transporting a load RNever exceed the maximum permissible gross vehicle mass or the gross axle weight rating for the vehicle including occupants The values are specified on the vehicle iden tification plate on the B pillar of the dri...

Page 221: ... the stowage space Ra multimedia connector unit with an SD card slot and two USB ports for example for use with an iPod iPhone or MP3 player see the Digital Operator s Manual The ignition lock for starting the engine with the SmartKey is in the stowage compartment Y page 111 Additional stowage space Depending on the equipment the following additional stowage areas are available in the vehicle Rope...

Page 222: ... objects in the trunk Only use the cup holders for containers of the right size and which have lids The drinks could otherwise spill Cup holder in the center console X To open slide cover forward until it engages The divider in the cup holder can be removed e g for inserting smaller drinks cans X To remove pull the divider up and remove it X To install re insert the divider and push it down until ...

Page 223: ...lide sun visor horizontally as required Ashtray The stowage space under the ashtray is not heat resistant Before placing lit cigarettes in the ashtray make sure that the ashtray is properly engaged Otherwise the stowage space could be damaged You can place insert into the cup holder on the left hand or right hand side X Slide cover forwards until it engages X To open lift up lid X To close press l...

Page 224: ...mum draw of 180 W 15 A Accessories include such items as chargers for mobile phones If you use the sockets for long periods when the engine is switched off the battery may dis charge An emergency cut out ensures that the on board voltage does not drop too low If the on board voltage is too low the power to the sock ets is automatically cut This ensures that there is sufficient power to start the e...

Page 225: ...er the system self diagnosis SOS button F Roadside Assistance call button ï Info call button RThe Inoperative Inoperative or the Service Not Service Not Activated Activated message appears in the multi function display after the system self diagno sis If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above the system may not operate as expected In the event of an emergency help will have to be summoned by...

Page 226: ...phone network is not available no emergency call can be initiated The indicator lamp in the SOS button flashes continuously No voice connection can be established to the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center The Call Call Failed Failed message appears on the mul tifunction display and must be confirmed In this case summon assistance by other means Making an emergency call X To initiate an emerg...

Page 227: ...sistance Center was estab lished This can occur if the relevant mobile phone net work is not available for example The Call Failed Call Failed message appears in the mul tifunction display X To end a call press the button on the multifunction steering wheel or X Press the corresponding multimedia system button for ending a phone call Info call button X To call press Info call button This initiates...

Page 228: ...tem in your vehicle If you know the destination the address can be downloaded Alternatively you can obtain the location of Points of Interest POIs important destinations in the vicinity Furthermore you can download routes with up to four way points You are prompted to confirm route guidance to the address entered X SelectYes Yes by turning 3 or sliding 1 the controller and confirm with 7 The syste...

Page 229: ...Vehicle remote opening You can use the vehicle remote unlocking if you have unintentionally locked your vehicle and a replacement SmartKey is not available The vehicle can then be unlocked by the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center The vehicle can be immediately unlocked remotely within four days of the ignition being turned off After this time the remote unlocking may be delayed by 15 to 60 ...

Page 230: ...hi Vehi cle Diagnostics Received Start vehi cle Diagnostics Received Start vehi cle diagnostics cle diagnostics message appears in the display X Press the Yes Yes button to confirm the message X If the Vehicle Diagnostics Please Vehicle Diagnostics Please Start Ignition Start Ignition message appears turn the SmartKey to key position 2 in the ignition lock Y page 111 X If the Please follow the ins...

Page 231: ... receive contains the following information Rthe location where the speed limit was excee ded Rthe time at which the speed limit was excee ded Rthe selected speed limit which was exceeded Geo fencing Geo fencing allows you to select areas which the vehicle should not enter or leave You will be informed if the vehicle crosses the boundaries of the selected areas You can select the way in which you ...

Page 232: ... spoiler in order to clean it by hand Retract it again when you have fin ished cleaning it You can extend and retract the rear spoiler man ually for cleaning X Close the trunk lid X Select key position 2 with the Start Stop button Y page 111 X To extend press button The rear spoiler is extended Button flashes until the rear spoiler has extended and then lights up in red X To retract press and hold...

Page 233: ...e with the integrated garage door opener If you have difficulty programing the integrated garage door opener contact a Mercedes Benz Service Center Alternatively you can call the following tele phone assistance services RUSA Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 FOR MERCedes RCanada Customer Service at 1 800 387 0100 RHomeLink hotline 1 800 355 3515 free of charge More information on H...

Page 234: ...y You should test every position for at least 25 seconds before trying another position Synchronizing the rolling code Pay attention to the Important safety notes Y page 231 If the garage door system uses a rolling code you will also have to synchronize the garage door system with the integrated garage door opener in the rear view mirror To do this you will need to use the programming button on th...

Page 235: ...The integrated garage door opener is com patible with devices that have units which operate in the frequency range of 280 to 433 MHz RReplace the batteries in garage door remote control A This increases the likelihood that garage door remote control A will transmit a strong and precise signal to the integrated garage door opener RWhen programming hold remote control A at varying distances and angl...

Page 236: ...t the pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal The operating and road safety of the vehicle is jeopardized There is a risk of an accident Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are stowed correctly and that they cannot enter the driver s footwell Install the floormats securely and as specified in order to ensure sufficient clearance for the pedals Do not use loose floormats and do not place f...

Page 237: ... inside the engine compartment Rswitch off the ignition Rnever reach into the area where there is a risk of danger from moving components such as the fan rotation area Rremove jewelry and watches Rkeep items of clothing and hair for exam ple away from moving parts G WARNING The ignition system and the fuel injection sys tem work under high voltage If you touch components which are under voltage yo...

Page 238: ...0 km The oil consumption may be higher than this when the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at high engine speeds Depending on the engine the oil dipstick may be in a different location It is only possible to correctly measure the oil level when Rthe engine is at normal operating temperature Rthe vehicle is parked on a level surface Rthe engine is left running in neutral for at least 30 se...

Page 239: ...sages are explained in the following chapter Engine oil level display messages Display messages Possible causes consequences and M M Solutions Engine Oil Level OK Engine Oil Level OK The engine oil level is correct Check Engine Oil Check Engine Oil Level Add 1 Liter Level Add 1 Liter The engine oil level is too low X Add 1 1 US qt 1 0 liter of engine oil Reduce Engine Oil Reduce Engine Oil Level L...

Page 240: ...dding oil take care not to spill any If oil enters the soil or waterways it is harmful to the environment Use only engine oils and oil filters that are approved for vehicles with a service system A list of the engine oils and oil filters that have been tested and approved in accordance with Mercedes Benz Specifications for Service Products is available at any authorized Mercedes Benz Center The fo...

Page 241: ...ctive eyewear when opening Open the cap slowly to release pressure Before starting your journey make sure that all engine covers are installed Otherwise the engine can be damaged e g through over heating Example X Park the vehicle on a level surface Only check the coolant level when the vehicle is on a level surface and the engine has cooled down X Select key position 2 with the Start Stop button ...

Page 242: ...obtain up to date information concern ing the servicing of your vehicle from a qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Service Center or at http www mbusa com USA only The ASSYST PLUS service interval display informs you of the next service due date i The ASSYST PLUS service interval display does not show any information on the engine oil level Observe the notes on the engine...

Page 243: ... to travel short distances RUse in mountainous terrain or on poor road surfaces RIf the engine is often left idling for long periods RIn racetrack mode Under these or similar conditions have for example the air filter engine oil and oil filter replaced or changed more frequently Under arduous operating conditions the tires must be checked more often Further information can be obtained at a qualifi...

Page 244: ...ple could lead to the uninten tional opening of the trunk lid Rwhen using an automatic car wash Rwhen using a power washer Make sure that the SmartKey is at least 10 ft 3 m away from the vehicle Make sure that Rthe side windows are fully closed Rthe blower of the ventilation heating sys tem is switched off Rthe windshield wiper switch is at position Rthe rear view camera is deactivated The vehicle...

Page 245: ...ft top Rwind deflector net Relectrical components Rbattery Rplug type couplings Rlights Rseals Rtrim Rventilation slots Damaged seals or electrical components can lead to leaks or failures Vehicles with decorative film parts of your vehicle are covered with decorative film Maintain a distance of at least 27 5 in 70 cm between the film covered parts of the vehicle and the nozzle of the power washer...

Page 246: ... with a clear matte finish i Use only insect remover and car shampoo from the range of approved Mercedes Benz care products Cleaning the decorative film The following may have an effect on the ser vice life and color of decorative film Rsunlight Rtemperature e g hot air fan Rweather conditions Rstone impacts and dirt Rchemical cleaning agents Rgreasy substances Do not use any types of polish on ma...

Page 247: ...n ice scraper or ring There is otherwise a risk of damaging the windows Clean the water drainage channels of the windshield and the rear window at regular intervals Deposits such as leaves petals and pollen may under certain circumstances pre vent water from draining away This can lead to corrosion damage and damage to elec tronic components X Clean the inside and outside of the windows with a dam...

Page 248: ...ng cloths could scratch or damage the plastic light len ses X Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior light ing using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning agent e g Mercedes Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths Cleaning the mirror turn signals Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths that are suitable for plastic lenses Unsuitable cleaning agents or cleaning cloths could scratch or damage the plast...

Page 249: ...s These may damage the display surface Do not put pressure on the display surface when cleaning This could lead to irreparable dam age to the display X Before cleaning the display make sure that it is switched off and has cooled down X Clean the display surface using a commer cially available microfiber cloth and TFT LCD display cleaner X Dry the display surface using a dry microfiber cloth Cleani...

Page 250: ...obtain these from a qualified specialist workshop Leather is a natural product It exhibits natural surface characteristics for example Rdifferences in the texture Rmarks caused by growth and injury Rslight nuances of color These are characteristics of leather and not material defects Seat covers of other materials Observe the following when cleaning Rclean artificial leather covers with a cloth mo...

Page 251: ...ive safety jackets are clean and intact The special prop erties may otherwise be compromised RThe reflective safety jackets should be stored in their original packaging in a dry place away from sources of heat and light RThe maximum number of washes specified is not the only factor influencing the life span of the reflective safety jackets Their life span also depends on use care storage etc RThe ...

Page 252: ...cific deviations for vehicles with a tire change tool kit Depending on the equipment tools required for a wheel change such as a jack or a lug wrench are not available in all vehicles Tools approved for your vehicle are available at a qualified spe cialist workshop Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit Example Tire inflation compressor Tire sealant filler bottle The TIREFIT kit is located on the left side o...

Page 253: ...t very low tire pressures or on a flat tire There is a risk of an accident Do not drive the vehicle Contact a qualified specialist workshop G WARNING The tire sealant is harmful and causes irrita tion It must not come into contact with your skin eyes or clothing or be swallowed Do not inhale TIREFIT fumes Keep tire sealant away from children There is a risk of injury If you come into contact with ...

Page 254: ...ion 1 in the igni tion lock Y page 111 X Press on off switch on the tire inflation compressor The tire inflation compressor is switched on The tire is inflated First tire sealant is pumped into the tire The pressure may briefly rise to approximately 500 kPa 5 bar 73 psi Do not switch off the tire inflation com pressor during this phase X Let the tire inflation compressor run for a maximum of ten m...

Page 255: ...the filler hose after use This could cause stains Therefore place the filler hose in the plastic bag which contained the TIREFIT kit H Environmental note Have the used tire sealant bottle disposed of professionally e g at a qualified specialist workshop If a tire pressure of 180 kPa 1 8 bar 26 psi has been attained after five minutes X Switch off the tire inflation compressor X Unscrew the filler ...

Page 256: ...ons applying to safety relevant systems e g the lighting sys tem the ABS anti lock braking system or the ESP Electronic Stability Program The oper ating safety of your vehicle may be restricted You could lose control of the vehicle for example Rwhen braking Rin the event of abrupt steering maneuvers and or when the vehicle s speed is not adapted to the road conditions There is a risk of an acciden...

Page 257: ...can also charge the battery with a special charger rec ommended by Mercedes Benz Contact a quali fied specialist workshop for further information Have the battery condition of charge checked more frequently if you use the vehicle mainly for short trips or if you leave it standing idle for a lengthy period Consult a qualified specialist workshop if you wish to leave your vehicle parked for a long p...

Page 258: ...e that the detachable parts are con nected again in the same way Jump starting X For the jump starting procedure use only the jump starting connection point in the engine com partment consisting of a positive terminal and a ground point Avoid repeated and lengthy starting attempts Otherwise the catalytic converter could be damaged by the non combusted fuel X Do not start the vehicle using a rapid ...

Page 259: ... on the other side of the vehicle Vehicles with a carbon fiber engine cover X To remove the cover turn fasteners a Õ turn and remove All vehicles X Slide cover A of positive terminal in the direction of the arrow X Connect positive terminal on your vehicle to positive terminal of donor battery B using the jumper cable Always begin with positive terminal on your own vehicle first X Start the engine...

Page 260: ...unction in the power supply or the vehicle s electrical system There is a risk of an accident In the event of a breakdown you should always have the vehicle transported G WARNING If the brake system or power steering is mal functioning and your vehicle is then towed away significantly more effort may be required to steer and brake than is normally required There is a risk of an accident In such ca...

Page 261: ...otes RIf the engine does not start try jump starting it Y page 256 Tow starting the vehicle is not permitted RIf it is not possible to jump start the vehicle have it transported to the nearest qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Service Center If the vehicle can no longer be driven because of an accident or breakdown you have the follow ing options RTransporting the vehic...

Page 262: ...a change of direction when towing the vehicle with the hazard warning lamps switched on use the combination switch as usual In this case only the indicator lamps for the direction of travel flash After resetting the combination switch the hazard warning lamp starts flashing again Transporting the vehicle When the vehicle is loaded for transport the front and rear axles must be stationary and on th...

Page 263: ...ng for the system concerned Otherwise components or systems could be damaged Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open When closing the cover make sure that it is lying correctly on the fuse box Moisture seep ing in or dirt could otherwise impair the oper ation of the fuses The fuses in your vehicle serve to close down faulty circuits If a fuse blows all the compo ne...

Page 264: ...e direction of the arrow X To close shut cover in the opposite direc tion to the arrow and press to secure i The fuse allocation chart is located in the trunk behind the service flap You can find the corresponding fuse rating and fuse type on the fuse allocation chart 262 Fuses Breakdown assistance ...

Page 265: ...formation can be found Ron the Tire and Loading Information placard on the B pillar on the driver s side Y page 271 Rin the tire pressure table in the fuel filler flap Y page 126 Rin the Tire pressure section Operation Information on driving Check the tire pressure when the vehicle is heavily laden and adjust prior to a trip While driving pay attention to vibrations noises and unusual handling cha...

Page 266: ...egularly check the pressure of all the tires par ticularly prior to long trips Adjust the tire pres sure as necessary Y page 266 The service life of tires depends among other things on the following factors RDriving style RTire pressure RDistance covered Notes on tire tread G WARNING Insufficient tire tread will reduce tire traction The tire is no longer able to dissipate water This means that on ...

Page 267: ...r tires bearing the i snowflake symbol in addition to the M S marking provide the best possible grip in wintry road conditions Only these tires will allow driving safety systems such as ABS and ESP to function optimally in winter These tires have been developed specif ically for driving in snow Use M S tires of the same make and tread on all wheels to maintain safe handling characteris tics Always...

Page 268: ...The data on the Tire and Loading Information placard and tire pressure table shown here are examples Tire pressure specifications are vehi cle specific and may deviate from the data shown here The tire pressure specifications that are valid for your vehicle can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard and tire pressure table on the vehicle General notes The recommended tire pressures f...

Page 269: ...s Benz for your vehicle onto the tire valve Use a suitable pressure gauge to check the tire pressure The outer appearance of a tire does not permit any reliable conclusion about the tire pressure On vehicles equipped with the elec tronic tire pressure monitor the tire pressure can be checked in the on board computer The tire temperature and pressure increase when the vehicle is in motion This is d...

Page 270: ...tance Radversely affect handling Rwear excessively and or unevenly Rhave an adverse effect on ride comfort Rbe more susceptible to damage Maximum tire pressures Example maximum permissible tire pres sure Never exceed the maximum permissible tire inflation pressure Always observe the recom mended tire pressure for your vehicle when adjusting the tire pressure Y page 266 i The actual values for tire...

Page 271: ... pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pres sure telltale when one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale lights up you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving...

Page 272: ...indicated by the tire pres sure warning lamp flashing for approximately one minute and then remaining lit When the malfunction has been rectified the tire pressure warning lamp goes out after a few minutes of driving The tire pressure values indicated by the on board computer may differ from those meas ured at a gas station with a pressure gage The tire pressures shown by the on board computer ref...

Page 273: ...witch on the ignition Y page 111 X Press ò on the steering wheel to call up the list of menus X Press 9 or on the steering wheel to select the Service Service menu X Press a X Press 9 or to select Tire Pres Tire Pres sure sure X Press a The current tire pressure for each wheel or the Tire pressure will be displayed Tire pressure will be displayed after driving a few minutes after driving a few min...

Page 274: ...ecifications shown on the Tire and Loading Information placard in the illustration are examples The maximum permissible load is vehicle specific and may deviate from the data shown here The maximum permissible load that applies for your vehicle can be found on your vehicle s Tire and Loading Informa tion placard Number of seats Maximum number of seats indicates the maximum number of occupants allo...

Page 275: ...l culated in step 4 Example steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples of how to calculate total and cargo load capacities with varying seating configurations and different numbers and weights of vehicle occupants The following examples use a load limit of 1500 lbs 680 kg This is for illustration purposes only Make sure you are using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on your vehic...

Page 276: ...e not exceeded Details can be found on the vehicle identification plate on the B pillar on the driver s side of the vehicle Y page 271 Gross vehicle weight the gross weight of the vehicle all vehicle occupants load and trailer load noseweight if applicable must not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR the maxi mum permissible load that can be carried by one axle fro...

Page 277: ...ed under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and con crete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance The safe speed on a wet snow covered or icy road is always lower than on dry road surfaces You should pay special attention to road condi tions when temperatures are around freezing point Mercedes Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in 4 mm on all ...

Page 278: ...depending on the manufacturer s standards the size imprinted in the tire wall may not contain any letters or may contain one letter that precedes the size description If there is no letter preceding the size descrip tion as shown above these are passenger vehicle tires according to European manufac turing standards If P precedes the size description these are passenger vehicle tires according to U...

Page 279: ...depending on the manufacturer e g 245 40 ZR18 The service specification is made up of load bearing index A and speed rating B RIf the size description of your tire includes ZR and there are no service specifications ask the tire manufacturer in order to find out the maximum design speed If a service specification is available the max imum speed is limited according to the speed rating in the servi...

Page 280: ...specific and may deviate from the data in the example Maximum load rating Maximum tire load is the maximum permis sible weight for which the tire is approved Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit The maximum permissible load can be found on the vehicle s Tire and Loading Information placard on the B pillar on the driver s side Y page 271 i The actual values for tires are ...

Page 281: ... 100 kilopascals kPa are the equivalent of 1 bar DOT Department of Transportation DOT marked tires fulfill the requirements of the U S Department of Transportation Normal occupant weight The number of occupants for which the vehicle is designed multiplied by 68 kilograms 150 lbs Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A uniform standard to grade the quality of tires with regards to tread quality ti...

Page 282: ... more precisely Curb weight The weight of a vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant It also includes the air conditioning sys tem and optional equipment if these are instal led in the vehicle but does not include passen gers or luggage Maximum load rating The maximum tire load is the maximum permis sible weight in kilograms or lbs for which a tire is ...

Page 283: ...cteristics if the wheels or tires have different dimensions The wheel brakes or suspension components may also be damaged There is a risk of acci dent Rotate front and rear wheels only if the wheels and tires are of the same dimensions 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 da...

Page 284: ...e vehicle from rolling away for example when changing a wheel X Fold both plates up X Fold out lower plate X Guide the lugs on the lower plate fully into the openings in base plate X Place chocks or other suitable items under the front and rear of the wheel that is diago nally opposite the wheel you wish to change Raising the vehicle G WARNING If you do not position the jack correctly at the appro...

Page 285: ... present in the vehicle when the vehicle is raised Vehicles with hub caps the hub cap covers the wheel bolts Before you can unscrew the wheel bolts you must remove the hub cap X To remove take socket and lug wrench from the vehicle tool kit Y page 249 X Position socket on hub cap X Position lug wrench on socket X Using lug wrench turn hub cap coun ter clockwise and remove it X To install before in...

Page 286: ...sed wheel bolts or damaged wheel bolts hub threads can cause the wheel bolts to come loose As a result you could lose a wheel while driving There is a risk of accident Never oil or grease wheel bolts In the event of damage to the threads contact a qualified specialist workshop immediately Have the damaged wheel bolts or hub threads replaced renewed Do not continue driving G WARNING If you tighten ...

Page 287: ...e the jack to one side X Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a crosswise pattern in the sequence indicated to A The specified tightening torque is 133 lb ft 180 Nm X Turn the jack back to its initial position X Stow the jack and the rest of the vehicle tools in the trunk again X Check the tire pressure of the newly mounted wheel and adjust it if necessary Observe the recommended tire pressure Y page...

Page 288: ...ther than those tested and approved Information on tires wheels and approved combinations can be obtained from any quali fied specialist workshop Retreaded tires are neither tested nor rec ommended by Mercedes Benz since previ ous damage cannot always be detected on retreaded tires As a result Mercedes Benz cannot guarantee vehicle safety if retreaded tires are mounted Do not mount used tires if y...

Page 289: ...radio is not connected to an exterior antenna Rthe exterior antenna is not correctly moun ted or is not low reflection This could jeopardize the operating safety of the vehicle There is a risk of an accident Have the low reflection exterior antenna installed at a qualified specialist workshop Always connect two way radios to the low reflection exterior antenna when operating in the vehicle The ope...

Page 290: ...le identification plate Vehicle identification number VIN X Slide the right hand front seat to its rearmost position X Fold floor covering upwards You will see VIN The VIN can also be found in the following loca tions Ron the lower edge of windshield Ron the vehicle identification plate Y page 287 Engine number Emission control information plate includ ing the certification of both federal and Cal...

Page 291: ...ng inscription on the containers RMB Freigabe e g MB Freigabe 229 51 RMB Approval e g MB Approval 229 51 Other designations or recommendations indi cate a level of quality or a specification in accordance with an MB Sheet Number e g MB 229 5 They have not necessarily been approved by Mercedes Benz Other identifications for example R0 W 30 R5 W 30 R5 W 40 Fuel Important safety notes G WARNING Fuel ...

Page 292: ...ded gasoline RDo not drive at the maximum design speed RAvoid sudden acceleration and engine speeds over 3000 rpm Reformulated Gasoline RFG and or unleaded gasoline with additives can be used The con centration of additives in the fuel however must not exceed 10 for example REthanol RTAME RETBE RIPA RTBA For MTBE the concentration should not exceed 15 The concentration of methanol in gasoline incl...

Page 293: ...oval All models 229 5 229 51 i MB approval is indicated on the oil contain ers Filling capacities The following values refer to an oil change including the oil filter Capacity All models 7 4 US qt 7 0 l Additives Do not use any additives in the engine oil This could damage the engine Brake fluid G WARNING The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture from the air This lowers the boiling point of the...

Page 294: ...eeze protection down to 35 37 the boiling point of the coolant during operation is approximately 266 130 The antifreeze concentrate corrosion inhibitor concentration in the engine cooling system should Rbe at least 50 This will protect the engine cooling system against freezing down to approximately 35 37 Rnot exceed 55 antifreeze protection down to 49 45 Otherwise heat will not be dissipated as e...

Page 295: ...adiator cross member Further information can be found in the currently valid service information Service work such as refilling with refrigerant or replacing component parts may only be carried out by a qualified specialist workshop All appli cable regulations must be adhered to SAE standard J639 included Always have work on the climate control system carried out at a qualified specialist workshop...

Page 296: ...ster 66 8 in 1697 mm All models Vehicle length 179 4 in 4558 mm Vehicle length Mercedes AMG GT C Roadster 179 7 in 4565 mm Vehicle width including outside mirrors 81 7 in 2075 mm Vehicle width without exterior mirrors 76 3 in 1939 mm Vehicle width excluding exterior mirrors Mercedes AMG GT C Roadster 78 5 in 1996 mm All models Vehicle height 49 5 in 1259 mm Vehicle height Mercedes AMG GT C Roadste...

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