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Technical data

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.

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Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.

Capacities

Vehicle components and their respective
lubricants must match. Therefore only use
products tested and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.

Please refer to the Factory Approved
Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at
your Mercedes-Benz Center.

Model

Capacity

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.

Engine with oil filter

C 240
C 240 4MATIC

7.9 US qt (7.5 l)
7.4 US qt (7.0 l)

Approved engine oils

Automatic transmission

8.5 US qt (8.0 l)

MB Automatic Transmission Fluid

Rear axle

1.2 US qt (1.1 l)

Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90

Front axle

C 240 4MATIC

0.5 US qt (0.46 l)

Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90

Transfer case

C 240 4MATIC

approx. 0.62 US qt (0.59 l) MB Transfer case fluid

Power steering

approx. 1.1 US qt (1.0 l)

MB Power Steering Fluid (Pentosin CHF 11S)

Front wheel hubs

approx. 2.1 oz (60 g) each High temperature roller bearing grease

Brake system

0.5 US qt (0.5 l)

MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+)

Cooling system

approx. 6.8 US qt (6.4 l)

MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze Agent

Summary of Contents for C 240

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual C Class Wagon ...

Page 2: ...Order No 6515 0143 13 Part No 203 584 21 71 USA Edition B 2005 Ê4Ct5g Ë 2035842171 Operator s Manual C Class Wagon ...

Page 3: ...C 240 C 240 4MATIC ...

Page 4: ... and also the safety of you and your passen gers we ask you to make a small invest ment of time 앫 Please read this manual carefully then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference 앫 Please follow the recommendations contained in this manual They are de signed to acquaint you with the opera tion of your Mercedes Benz 앫 Please pay attention to the warnings and cautions conta...

Page 5: ...ety Defects 18 Vehicle data recording 19 Information regarding electronic recording devices 19 At a glance 21 Cockpit 22 Instrument cluster 24 Multifunction steering wheel 26 Center console 27 Upper part 27 Lower Part 28 Overhead control panel 29 Door control panel 30 Getting started 31 Unlocking 32 Unlocking with the SmartKey 32 Starter switch positions 33 Adjusting 35 Seats 35 Steering wheel 39 ...

Page 6: ...ing and installing front seat head restraints 107 Rear seat head restraints 108 Multicontour seats 111 Seat heating 112 Memory function 113 Storing positions into memory 114 Recalling positions from memory 114 Storing exterior rear view mirror parking position 115 Lighting 116 Exterior lamp switch 116 Combination switch 120 Cornering fog lamps All models with Bi Xenon headlamps 121 Hazard warning ...

Page 7: ...mperature 189 Adjusting air distribution 190 Adjusting air volume 191 Defrosting 192 Maximum cooling MAXCOOL 192 Air recirculation mode 193 Charcoal filter 194 Air conditioning 196 Residual heat and ventilation available on automatic climate control panel design A only 197 Rear passenger compartment adjustable air vents 198 Audio system 199 Audio and telephone operation 199 Operating safety 199 Op...

Page 8: ...285 Parking 285 Tires 286 Hydroplaning 286 Tire traction 287 Tire speed rating 287 Winter driving instructions 288 Standing water 289 Passenger compartment 289 Driving abroad 290 Control and operation of radio transmitter 290 Catalytic converter 291 Emission control 291 Coolant temperature 292 At the gas station 293 Refueling 293 Check regularly and before a long trip 295 Engine compartment 296 Ho...

Page 9: ...e tool kit 377 Minispare wheel 380 Unlocking locking in an emergency 382 Unlocking the vehicle 382 Locking the vehicle 383 Fuel filler flap 384 Manually unlocking the transmission gear selector lever 384 Opening closing in an emergency 385 Power tilt sliding sunroof 385 Replacing SmartKey batteries 386 SmartKey 387 Replacing bulbs 388 Bulbs 388 Replacing bulbs for front lamps 391 Replacing bulbs f...

Page 10: ...3 Same size tires 424 Minispare wheel 425 Electrical system 426 Main Dimensions 427 Weights 428 Fuels coolants lubricants etc 429 Capacities 429 Engine oils 431 Engine oil additives 431 Air conditioning refrigerant 431 Brake fluid 431 Premium unleaded gasoline 432 Fuel requirements 432 Gasoline additives 433 Flexible Fuel Vehicles 433 Coolants 435 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system 437...

Page 11: ...t for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them even if in indi vidual cases an official approval or authori zation by governmental or other agencies should exist Use of such parts and acces sories could adversely affect the safety performance or reliability of your vehicle Please do not use them Genuine Mercedes Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approve...

Page 12: ...rve the right to make changes in design and equipment Therefore infor mation illustrations and descriptions in this Operator s Manual might differ from your vehicle Optional equipment is also described in this manual including operating instruc tions wherever necessary Since they are special order items the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your v...

Page 13: ...ed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following oc curs 1 the same substantial defect or mal function results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven that de fect or malfunction has been subject to repair two or more times and you have directly notified Mercedes Benz USA LLC in writing of the need for its repair 2 the same subs...

Page 14: ...For additional information refer to the Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in your vehicle literature portfolio Change of address or ownership If you change your address be sure to send in the Change of Address Notice found in the Service and Warranty Informa tion Booklet or simply call the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center in the USA at 1 800 FOR MERCedes or Customer Servic...

Page 15: ...of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts 앫 gasoline may have a considerably low er octane rating and improper fuel can cause engine damage Certain Mercedes Benz models are avail able for delivery in Europe under our Euro pean Delivery Program For details consult an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or write to In the USA Mercedes Benz USA LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale...

Page 16: ...vehi cle This section expands on the Getting started section and also describes techni cal innovations If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle this section will be of particular interest to you Operation Here you will find all the information you need for the proper operation of your vehi cle Practical hints This section provides fast assistance for dealing with proble...

Page 17: ...tep procedure 컄 Page This symbol tells you where to look for further information on a topic 컄컄 This continuation symbol marks an interrupted procedure which will be continued on the next page In the glossary of technical terms this symbol is used to indicate cross references to term definitions Display Words appearing in the multi function display are printed in the type shown here Warning G Warni...

Page 18: ...e never turn off the engine while driving Warning G Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires wheels for example when running over an obstacle road debris or a pothole may cause serious damage and impair the operating safety of your vehicle If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride distur bance or you suspect that damage to your vehicle has occurred you should turn on your hazard...

Page 19: ...Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction please discuss the problem with the Mercedes Benz Center management or if necessary contact us at one of the following addresses In the USA Customer Assistance Center Mercedes Benz USA LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale NJ 07645 0350 In Canada Customer Relations Department Mercedes Benz Ca...

Page 20: ...fety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Mercedes Benz USA LLC If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Mercedes Benz USA LLC To contact NHTSA you may either call the Au...

Page 21: ...r a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety DaimlerChrysler may access the information and share it with others 앫 for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes 앫 with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee 앫 in response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency 앫 for use in dispute resolution involving DaimlerChrysler its affiliates or sales service ...

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Page 23: ...21 At a glance Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Door control panel ...

Page 24: ...22 At a glance Cockpit ...

Page 25: ... Page 9 Starter switch 33 a Hood lock release 296 b Steering wheel adjustment handle manual 40 c Steering wheel adjustment stalk electrical 40 d Parking brake pedal 47 55 e Door control panel 30 f Parking brake release 47 Item Page g Combination switch 앫 Turn signals 50 앫 Windshield wipers 50 앫 Rear window wiper 53 앫 High beam 49 h Exterior lamp switch 49 116 j Exterior rear view mirror adjustment...

Page 26: ...24 At a glance Instrument cluster ...

Page 27: ...127 144 Digital clock 129 145 4 K Right turn signal indicator lamp 50 5 Tachometer with 127 Antilock Brake System ABS indicator lamp 85 344 ú Engine malfunction indicator lamp USA only 346 347 Engine malfunction indicator lamp Canada only 346 347 1 Supplemental restraint system indicator lamp 60 349 Item Page Seat belt telltale 66 349 A High beam head lamp indicator lamp 49 120 6 Fuel gauge with F...

Page 28: ...130 2 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume Press button æ up to increase ç down to decrease 3 Telephone Press button s to take a call t to end a call Item Page 4 Menu systems Press button è for next menu ÿ for previous menu 5 Moving within a menu Press button j for next display k for previous display ...

Page 29: ...2 4 Central locking switch 103 Central unlocking switch 103 5 Tow away alarm switch 93 Anti theft alarm system indicator lamp 92 6 Seat heating passenger side 112 Item Page 7 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 77 350 351 8 Audio system 199 or COMAND see separate operating instructions 9 Climate control 176 Automatic climate control 186 Rear window defroster 175 ...

Page 30: ...nter console Lower Part Item Page 1 Ashtray 262 Cigarette lighter 264 2 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission 46 166 3 Cup holders 260 4 Armrest 259 5 Program mode selector switch for automatic transmission 168 ...

Page 31: ...tilt sliding sunroof 243 3 Right reading lamp on off 124 4 Interior lighting control 123 5 Hands free microphone for Tele Aid emergency call system and telephone 158 224 266 Item Page 6 Interior rear view mirror 41 171 7 Garage door opener 274 8 Left reading lamp on off 124 9 Tele Aid emergency call system button 266 ...

Page 32: ...Memory function for storing seat exterior mirror and steering wheel settings 113 3 Switches for seat adjustment 35 105 4 Switches for opening closingfrontdoor windows 239 5 Switch for rear door window override 82 6 Switches for opening closing rear door windows 239 ...

Page 33: ...31 Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking ...

Page 34: ... Panic button 컄 page 83 왘 Press unlock button Œ on the SmartKey All turn signal lamps flash once The locking knobs in the doors move up The anti theft alarm system is disarmed 왘 Get in the vehicle and insert the SmartKey in the starter switch For more information see Locking and unlocking 컄 page 96 i Canada only Only vehicles equipped with an anti theft alarm system have SmartKeys with integrated ...

Page 35: ...amp and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated in the instru ment cluster come on If a lamp in the instrument cluster fails to come on when the ignition is switched on have it checked and replaced if necessary If a lamp in the instrument cluster re mains on after starting the engine or comes on while driving refer to Lamps in instrument cluster 컄 page 344 3 Starting position Warning G When l...

Page 36: ...ator lamp high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps if activated should go out when the engine is running i The SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the gear selector lever in position P If the SmartKey cannot be turned in the starter switch the battery may not be sufficiently charged 앫 Check the battery and charge it if necessary 컄 page 403 앫 Get a jum...

Page 37: ... or near any moving parts while a seat is being ad justed Warning G When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch take it with you and lock the vehicle Even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch the power seats can be operated when the respective door is open Therefore do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Un...

Page 38: ...he posi tion should be as far rearward as possible consistent with ability to properly operate controls Seat cushion tilt 왘 Turn handwheel 2 forward or back ward until your upper legs are lightly supported Seat backrest tilt 왘 Switch on ignition 컄 page 33 왘 Press switch 3 in direction of arrow until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel Seat height 왘 Switch on ignition 컄 pa...

Page 39: ... cushion For more information see Seats 컄 page 105 Warning G For your protection drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust head restraint so that the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level This will reduce the poten tial for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head r...

Page 40: ...e controls Seat cushion tilt 왘 Press switch up or down in direction of arrow 3 until your upper legs are lightly supported Seat backrest tilt 왘 Press switch forward or backward in direction of arrow 5 until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel Seat height 왘 Press switch up or down in direction of arrow 2 Head restraint height 왘 Press switch up or down in direction of arrow...

Page 41: ...out the seat head restraints Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident Warning G Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Adjusting the steering wheel while driving or driving without the adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch take it with you and lock th...

Page 42: ...lectrical The stalk for steering wheel adjustment is located on the steering column lower left 1 Adjusting steering column in or out 2 Adjusting steering column up or down 왘 Switch on ignition 컄 page 33 or 왘 Open the driver s door Warning G Only adjust the steering wheel with the vehicle at a standstill and make sure the steering wheel is securely locked in place before driving off Driving without...

Page 43: ... i The memory function 컄 page 113 lets you store the setting for the steering wheel together with the settings for the seat position and exterior rear view mirrors Warning G In the case of an accident liquid electrolyte may escape the mirror housing if the mirror glass breaks Electrolyte has an irritating effect Do not allow the liquid to come into contact with eyes skin clothing or respiratory sy...

Page 44: ...ording to the desired setting For more information see Rear view mir rors 컄 page 171 If an exterior rear view mirror was forcibly pushed forward hit from the rear or forcibly pushed rearward hit from the front reposition it by applying firm pressure until it snaps into place The mirror housing is now properly positioned and you can adjust the mirror normally i The memory function 컄 page 113 lets y...

Page 45: ...at belt buckled you are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash the possibility of injury or death is lessened if you are wearing your seat belt The air bags can only provide the protection they were designed to afford if the occupants are using their seat belts 컄 page 66 Warning G According to accident stat...

Page 46: ...vehicle is correctly restrained with a separate seat belt Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a time Warning G Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous You could slide under the seat belt in a collision If you slide under it the belt would apply force at the ab domen or neck That could cause serious or even fat...

Page 47: ...o that the shoulder portion is located as close as possible to the middle of the shoulder it should not touch the neck Never pass the shoulder portion of the belt under your arm For this purpose you can adjust the height of the belt outlet 앫 Position the lap belt as low as possible on your hips over hip joint and not across the abdomen 앫 Place the seat backrest in a nearly upright position 앫 Never...

Page 48: ...ever attempt to make modifications to seat belts This could impair the effective ness of the belts Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Warning G Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazar...

Page 49: ...at tempts can drain the battery 왘 Get a jump start 컄 page 406 If the engine does not start after several starting attempts there could be a mal function in the engine electronics or in the fuel supply system 왘 Notify an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Parking brake 1 Release handle 2 Parking brake i You can also use the touch start function Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 3 and...

Page 50: ...rom the inside Open door only when conditions are safe to do so You can deactivate the automatic locking using the control system 컄 page 153 Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brake reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear If you hear a warning signal when driv ing off you have forgotten to release the parking brake Release the parking...

Page 51: ...amp indicator lamp B in the instrument cluster comes on 컄 page 24 High beam The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column Combination switch 1 High beam 2 High beam flasher Warning G It is dangerous to shift the gear selector lever out of P or N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly fo...

Page 52: ...w 1 or 2 The corresponding turn signal indicator lamp L or K in the instrument cluster flashes 컄 page 24 The combination switch resets automati cally after major steering wheel move ments Windshield wipers The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column Combination switch 1 Single wipe 2 Switching on windshield wipers 왘 Switch on ignition 컄 page 33 i To signal minor directiona...

Page 53: ...indshield After the initial wipe pauses between wipes are automatically controlled by the rain sensor Vehicles with rain sensor Do not leave windshield wipers in intermittent setting when the vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning Wipers will operate in the presence of water sprayed on the windshield and wipers may be damaged as a result The switch should not be le...

Page 54: ...r see Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system 컄 page 303 i Intermittent wiping is interrupted when the vehicle is at a standstill and a front door is opened If anything blocks the windshield wipers leaves snow etc switch them off immediately 앫 For safety reasons withdraw SmartKey from starter switch before attempting to remove any blockage 앫 Remove blockage 앫 Turn the windshield wipe...

Page 55: ...rmittent wipe 왘 Turn switch 1 to position 3 Deactivating intermittent wipe 왘 Turn switch 1 to position 4 Wiping with washer fluid 왘 Turn switch 1 to position 2 or 5 The rear window wiper operates with washer fluid Hold switch 1 in position 2 or 5 until the rear window is clean For information on filling up the washer reservoir see Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system 컄 page 303 i ...

Page 56: ...48 F 120 C The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine 왘 Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and turn off the engine Allow engine and coolant to cool 왘 Check the coolant level and add coolant if necessary 컄 page 301 In case of accident If the vehicle is leaking gasoline 왘 Do not start the engine under any cir cumstances 왘 Notify local fire and or police authori ties If the extent o...

Page 57: ...t is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle Warning G Do not park this vehicle in areas where com bustible materials such as grass hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system as these materials could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire To reduce the risk of personal injury as a re sult of vehicle movement before turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle always 앫 Keep rig...

Page 58: ...s to an unlocked vehicle Children could release the parking brake and or move the gear selector lever from position P either of which could result in an accident and or serious injury Warning G Getting out of your vehicle with the gear se lector lever not fully engaged in position P is dangerous Also when parked on an incline position P alone may not prevent your vehi cle from moving possibly hitt...

Page 59: ...sition P On slopes turn the front wheels towards the road curb i The SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the gear selector lever in position P i With the SmartKey removed and the driver s door open a warning sounds if the vehicle s exterior lamps are not switched off Warning G To prevent possible personal injury always keep hands and fingers away from the door openings when c...

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Page 61: ...59 Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti theft systems ...

Page 62: ... The SRS system conducts a self test when the ignition is switched on and in regular intervals while the engine is running This facilitates early detection of malfunctions The 1 indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when the ignition is switched on and goes out no later than a few seconds after the engine has been started The SRS components are in operational readiness if the 1 indicat...

Page 63: ... system to accommodate a person with disabilities contact your local authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call our Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 800 367 6372 for details Warning G Air bags are designed to reduce the poten tial of injury and fatality in certain frontal impacts front air bags or side impacts side impact air bags and head protection window curtain air bags However ...

Page 64: ...air bag cover on the steering wheel must be at least 10 in 25 cm or more You should be able to accomplish this by a combina tion of adjustments to the seat and steering wheel If you have any prob lems please see an authorized Mercedes Benz Center 앫 Do not lean your head or chest close to the steering wheel or dashboard 앫 Keep hands on the outside of steering wheel rim Placing hands and arms in sid...

Page 65: ...or children 12 years old and under use an appropriately sized infant or toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child 3 Always wear seat belts properly If you believe that even with the use of these guidelines it would be safer for your rear seat occupants to have the rear mounted side impact air bags deactivated then deactivation can be accomplished upon your ...

Page 66: ... function on a one time only basis An air bag or ETD that is deployed must be replaced 앫 Do not pass belts over sharp edges They could tear 앫 Do not make any modification that could change the effectiveness of the belts 앫 Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection 앫 No modifications of any kind may be made to any ...

Page 67: ...hers when scrapping the air bag unit or emergency tensioning device our safety instructions must be fol lowed These instructions are available from your authorized Mercedes Benz Center 앫 Given the considerable deployment speed required inflation volume and the textile structure of the air bags there is the possibility of abrasions or other more significant injuries resulting from air bag deploymen...

Page 68: ... preset deployment threshold 앫 independently of the front air bags The side impact air bags and window curtain air bags are not deployed in impacts which do not exceed the system s deployment threshold Seat belts When the engine is started the seat belt telltale illuminates to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts If the driver s seat belt is not fastened before the engine is st...

Page 69: ... the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash the possibility of injury or death is lessened if you are properly wearing your seat belt Air bags can only protect as they are designed if the occupants are properly wearing their seat belts Warning G Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be d...

Page 70: ... an accident 앫 Each occupant should wear their seat belt at all times because seat belts help reduce the likelihood of and potential severity of injuries in accidents includ ing rollovers The integrated restraint system includes SRS driver air bag passenger front air bag side impact air bags head protection window curtain air bags for side windows ETD seat belt emergency tensioning device and fron...

Page 71: ...belt for more than one person at a time Do not fasten a seat belt around a person and another person or other objects 앫 Belts should not be worn twisted In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to distribute impact forces The twisted belt against your body could cause injuries 앫 Pregnant women should also use a lap shoulder belt The lap belt portion should be positioned as low as po...

Page 72: ...ren be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion All lap shoulder belts except the driver s seat belt have special seat belt retractors for secure fastening of child restraints To fasten a child restraint follow child restraint instructions for mounting Then pull the shoulder belt out completely and let it retract During seat belt retraction a ratcheting sound can be heard to...

Page 73: ...of compliance with this stan dard can be found on the instruction label on the restraint and in the instruc tion manual provided with the restraint When using any infant or toddler re straint or booster seat be sure to care fully read and follow all manufacturer s instructions for installation and use Please read and observe warning labels affixed to the inside of the vehicle and to infant or chil...

Page 74: ...he back seat 앫 If you must install a rear facing child restraint on the front passenger seat because circumstances require you to do so make sure that the 56 indicator lamp is illuminated indicating that the front passenger air bag is deactivated Should the 56 indicator lamp not illuminate or go out while the restraint is installed please check installation Periodically check the 56 indicator lamp...

Page 75: ...gnificantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using regular seat belts Posi tion shoulder belt across chest and shoul der not face or neck A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning for children from 41 lbs until...

Page 76: ... 354 In the event of a collision the air bag control unit will not allow front passenger front air bag deployment when the OCS classified the front passenger seat occupant as being up to or less than the weight of a typical 12 month old child in a standard child restraint or if the front passenger seat is sensed as being empty When the OCS senses that the front passen ger seat occupant is classifi...

Page 77: ...bag is deactivated and will not be deployed If the 56 indicator lamp is not illuminated the front passenger front air bag is activated and will be deployed 앫 in the event of certain frontal impacts 앫 if impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold 앫 independently of the side impact air bags If the front passenger front air bag is deployed the rate of inflation will be influenced by 앫 the rate of r...

Page 78: ...e back seat 앫 If you must install a rear facing child restraint on the front passenger seat because circumstances require you to do so make sure that the 56 indicator lamp is illuminated indicating that the front passenger front air bag is deactivated Should the 56 indicator lamp not illuminate or go out while the restraint is installed please check installation Periodically check the 56 indicator...

Page 79: ...ight up to or less than that of a typical 12 month old child seated in a standard child restraint both instances where the system suppresses deployment of the front passenger front air bag even though the impact met the cri teria and was of sufficient severity to deploy the driver front air bag 앫 that the seat was occupied by a small individual such as a young teenager or a small adult or a child ...

Page 80: ...ed as soon as possible by qualified technicians Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center 앫 Sit properly belted in a nearly upright position with your back against the seat backrest 앫 Do not lean on the armrests or lift your self from the seat by using the handle over the door as this may cause the OCS to be unable to correctly approximate the occupant weight category 앫 Only have the seat repaire...

Page 81: ...freely between the head restraint and top of the seat back Make sure the tether strap is not twisted 왘 Fold the rear backrest back until it locks in place 컄 page 255 Anchorage rings 1 are located on the back side of the outer rear backrests and on the floor behind the rear center seat 1 Anchorage ring 2 Hook 왘 Fold up anchorage ring 1 Do not reinstall twin roller blind with a child seat and top te...

Page 82: ...e LATCH type anchors are located between the seat cushion and the backrest 1 Anchors 2 Button 왘 Grip inner side of anchors 1 and fold forward until they audibly lock in place 왘 Install child seat according to the manufacturer s instructions i For safety make sure the hook 2 has attached to the ring 1 beyond the safety catch as illustrated i If a child seat is not installed the LATCH type anchors c...

Page 83: ... to achieve proper belt positioning for children from 41 lbs until they reach a height where a lap shoulder belt fits properly without a booster Before installing the child seat make sure anchors 1 are folded out and locked in place Install child seat according to manufacturer s instructions The child seat must be firmly attached in the right and left side anchors 1 An incorrectly mounted child se...

Page 84: ...ch 3 to the left The rear door windows can be operated again using the respective switch located in the rear doors For more information see Power win dows 컄 page 239 i Operation of the rear door windows with the switches located on the door control panel of the driver s door is still possible Warning G Activate the override switch when children are riding in the back seats of the vehicle The child...

Page 85: ...ada only Only vehicles equipped with an anti theft alarm system have SmartKeys with integrated panic button 1 i USA only This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any inter ference received including interfer ence that may cause undesired operation Any unauth...

Page 86: ...s subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interfer ence and 2 this device must accept any inter ference received including interfer ence that may cause undesired operation of the device Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment ...

Page 87: ...light brake pressure The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster 컄 page 24 comes on when you switch on the ignition It goes out when the engine is running i In winter operation the maximum effectiveness of the ABS ESP and 4MATIC if so equipped is only achieved with winter tires M S tires or snow chains as required Warning G The following factors increase the risk of accidents 앫 Excessive speed es...

Page 88: ...ng distance Apply continuous full braking pressure until the emergency braking situation is over The ABS will prevent the wheels from locking When you release the brake pedal the brakes function again as normal The BAS is then deactivated Warning G The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded b...

Page 89: ...ing Warning G The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded The BAS cannot prevent accidents includ ing those resulting from excessive speed in turns following another vehicle too closely or hydroplaning Only a safe attentive and skil...

Page 90: ...le must never be exploited in a reckless or danger ous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others i The ESP will only function properly if you use wheels of the recommended tire size 컄 page 423 Vehicles without 4MATIC Because of the ESP s automatic operation the engine must be shut off SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 when 앫 the parking brake is being tested ...

Page 91: ... the ESP 왘 Press switch 1 again The ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer goes out You are now again in normal driving mode with the ESP switched on i When the ESP is switched off and one or more drive wheels are spinning the ESP warning lamp v in the speed ometer flashes However the ESP will then not stabilize the vehicle Warning G When the ESP warning lamp v is illuminated continuously the ESP i...

Page 92: ...nsfer case can be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Performance testing must only be con ducted on a two axle dynamometer Otherwise the transfer case can be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Because of the ESP s automatic operation the engine must be shut off SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 when the parking brake is being...

Page 93: ...e 93 앫 opening the vehicle with the mechanical key i Starting the engine will also deactivate the immobilizer In case the engine cannot be started yet the vehicle s battery is charged the system is not operational Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call 1 800 FOR MERCedes in the USA or 1 800 387 0100 in Canada i The alarm will stay on even if the activating element a door for example is...

Page 94: ...ming the alarm system 왘 Unlock your vehicle with the SmartKey The turn signal lamps flash once to indicate that the alarm system is deactivated Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm 왘 Press the Œ or button on the SmartKey or 왘 Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch i If the turn signal lamps do not flash three times one of the following elements may not be properly closed 앫 a door 앫 the tailg...

Page 95: ... train The switch is located on the center console 1 Tow away alarm off switch 2 Indicator lamp 왘 Switch off ignition i The tow away protection alarm is triggered for example if the vehicle is lifted on one side If the alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds a call to the Response Center is initiated automatically by the Tele Aid system 컄 page 266 provid ed Tele Aid service was subscribed to and p...

Page 96: ...2 in switch comes on briefly 왘 Exit and lock your vehicle with the SmartKey The tow away alarm remains disarmed until you lock your vehicle again Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm 왘 Press the Œ or button on the SmartKey or 왘 Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch 컄컄 ...

Page 97: ...ng Seats Memory function Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Automatic transmission Good visibility Climate control Automatic climate control Audio system Power windows Power tilt sliding sunroof Driving systems Loading Useful features ...

Page 98: ...age 32 and 컄 page 55 SmartKey Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys each with remote control and a removable mechanical key The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two SmartKeys are a different color to help distinguish each SmartKey unit The SmartKey provides an extended oper ating range To prevent theft however it is advisable to only unlock the vehicle when you are in cl...

Page 99: ...s 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any inter ference received including interfer ence that may cause undesired operation Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment i Canada only This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This devi...

Page 100: ...e times The locking knobs in the doors move down The anti theft alarm system is armed Selective setting If you frequently travel alone you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey so that pressing Œ only unlocks the driver s door and the fuel filler flap 왘 Press and hold buttons Œ and simultaneously for about five seconds until battery check lamp 4 flashes twice The SmartKey will then function as follow...

Page 101: ...ed the SmartKey is malfunction ing or the vehicle battery is drained 앫 Check the batteries in the SmartKey 컄 page 99 and replace them if necessary 컄 page 387 앫 Use the mechanical key to unlock the driver s door 컄 page 382 앫 Use the mechanical key to lock the driver s door 컄 page 383 앫 Have the vehicle battery and the battery connections checked 컄 page 403 If the SmartKey is malfunctioning contact ...

Page 102: ...echanical lock replaced Your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replace ment Opening the doors from the inside You can open a locked door from the inside Open door only when conditions are safe to do so 1 Locking knob 2 Inside door handle i If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside with the SmartKey opening a door from the inside will trigger the ant...

Page 103: ...dle 2 on the respective rear door to open door Opening the tailgate A minimum height clearance of 6 40 ft 1 95 m is required to open the tailgate The handle is located above the rear license plate recess 1 Handle The vehicle must be unlocked 왘 Pull on handle 1 왘 Lift the tailgate Closing the tailgate 1 Handle 왘 Lower tailgate by pulling firmly on handle 1 왘 Close tailgate with hands placed flat on...

Page 104: ... remove the SmartKey from the starter switch take it with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsuper vised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and or serious personal injury Warning G Only drive with the tailgate closed as exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior i Do not place the SmartKey in the open cargo...

Page 105: ... Depending on production date your vehicle is equipped with either switch design A or B The switches are located in the center console Switch design A 1 Central locking switch 2 Central unlocking switch Switch design B 1 Central locking switch 2 Central unlocking switch Warning G When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch take it with you and lock the vehicle Do no...

Page 106: ...oor only when conditions are safe to do so If the vehicle was previously centrally locked using the SmartKey it will not unlock using the central unlocking switch 2 If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch 1 앫 while in the selective remote con trol mode only the door opened from the inside is unlocked 앫 while in the global remote control mode the vehicle is unlocked com...

Page 107: ...move the SmartKey from the starter switch or 앫 open the driver s door with the SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 Warning G You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel and driver s seat when the easy entry exit feature is activated To cancel seat steering wheel movement do one of the following 앫 Press seat adjustment switch 컄 page 30 앫 Move steering...

Page 108: ...xit feature is activated If the current seat position falls into a factory set position range and the system recognizes the current seat position to be rearward enough for easy entry and exit the driver s seat will not move to the rear when the easy entry exit feature is activated i For safety reasons the driver s seat will not return to its last set position with the easy entry exit feature activ...

Page 109: ...desired position i Adjust the head restraint in such a way that it is as close to the head as possible Warning G For your protection drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust head restraint so that the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level This will reduce the poten tial for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situat...

Page 110: ... position 컄 page 38 Rear seat head restraints Head restraint height rear outer seats 1 Release button Raising 왘 Manually adjust the height of the head restraint by pulling it upward If the head restraint is fully retracted push release button 1 and pull the head restraint out Lowering 왘 To lower the head restraint push release button 1 and push down on the head restraint Warning G For safety reaso...

Page 111: ...the head as possible Warning G For your protection drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust head restraint so that the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level This will reduce the poten tial for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints Head restraints are ...

Page 112: ... and push it down until it engages 왘 Push button 1 and adjust head restraint to desired position i Adjust the head restraint in such a way that it is as close to the head as possible i The rear center seat head restraint cannot be removed Warning G For your protection drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust head restraint so that the center of the head restraint supports the bac...

Page 113: ...itches on the side of the seat after switching on ignition 1 Seat cushion depth 2 Backrest bottom 3 Backrest center 4 Backrest side bolster adjustment 왘 Switch on ignition 컄 page 33 Seat cushion depth 왘 Adjust the seat cushion depth to the length of your upper leg using switch 1 Backrest contour 왘 Adjust the contour of the backrest to the desired position using switches 2 and 3 Backrest side bolst...

Page 114: ...til all indicator lamps 2 go out Level 3 Three indicator lamps on Afterapproximately fiveminutes seat heating is automatically switched to level 2 2 Two indicator lamps on After approximately ten minutes seat heating is automatically switched to level 1 1 One indicator lamp on After approximately 20 minutes seat heating is automatically switched off off No indicator lamp on i If one or all of the ...

Page 115: ...he driver should check and adjust the seat height seat position fore and aft and seat backrest angle if necessary to ensure adequate control reach and comfort The head restraint should also be adjusted for proper height See also the section on air bags 컄 page 61 for proper seat positioning In addition adjust the steering wheel to ensure adequate control reach opera tion and comfort Both the interi...

Page 116: ...ress memory button 1 왘 Release memory button 1 and press memory position switch 2 within three seconds All settings are stored to the selected position Recalling positions from memory 왘 Turn memory position switch 2 to the selected memory position 왘 Press and hold memory position switch 2 until the seat steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors have completely moved to the stored positions Do ...

Page 117: ... side exterior rear view mirror button 왘 Stop the vehicle 왘 Switch on ignition 컄 page 33 왘 Press button 3 The passenger side exterior rear view mirror is selected 왘 Adjust the exterior rear view mirror with button 2 so that you see the rear wheel and the road curb 왘 Press memory button 1 왘 Within three seconds press bottom of adjustment button 2 The parking position is stored if the mirror does no...

Page 118: ...ing lamps also tail lamps license plate lamps side marker lamps instrument panel lamps B Low beam headlamps or high beam headlamps when the combination switch is pushed forward and parking lamps ˆ Standing lamps right turn left one stop Standing lamps left turn left two stops Indicator lamp for front fog lamps Indicator lamp for rear fog lamp i If you drive in countries where vehicles drive on the...

Page 119: ...a warning sounds if the parking lamps or low beam headlamps are switched on The message Switch off lights appears in the multifunction display Warning G If the exterior lamp switch is set to U 앫 the headlamps may switch off unexpect edly when the system senses bright ambient light for example light from oncoming traffic 앫 the headlamps will not be automatically switched on under foggy conditions T...

Page 120: ...elay When the engine is running and you 앫 turn the exterior lamp switch to position C the parking lamps switch on additionally 앫 turn the exterior lamp switch to position B the manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode The corresponding exterior lamps switch on 컄 page 116 USA only By default the daytime running lamp mode is deactivated Activate the daytime running lamp m...

Page 121: ...g lamps switch off The green indicator lamp in the exterior lamp switch goes out Warning G In low ambient lighting or foggy conditions only switch from position U to B with the vehicle at a standstill Switching from U to B will briefly switch off the headlamps Doing so while driving in low ambient lighting conditions may result in an accident i Fog lamps will operate with the parking lamps and or ...

Page 122: ...Combination switch The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column Combination switch 1 High beam 2 High beam flasher High beam 왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B or U 컄 page 116 왘 Push the combination switch in direction of arrow 1 to switch on the high beam The high beam headlamp indicator lamp A in the instrument cluster comes on 컄 page 24 왘 Pull the combination ...

Page 123: ... Switching off cornering fog lamps The combination switch for the turn signal resets automatically after major steering wheel movements This will switch off the cornering fog lamps if they were activated by switching on the left or right turn signal If the turn signal should stay on after mak ing the turn the turn signal and cornering fog lamp can be switched off by returning the combination switc...

Page 124: ...h The hazard warning flasher switches on automatically when an air bag deploys The hazard warning flasher switch is located on the upper part of the center console 1 Hazard warning flasher switch Switching on hazard warning flasher 왘 Press hazard warning flasher switch 1 All turn signals are flashing Switching off hazard warning flasher 왘 Press hazard warning flasher switch 1 again i With the haza...

Page 125: ...ing interior lighting delayed shut off 컄 page 153 Deactivating automatic control 왘 Press the symbol on rocker switch 3 The interior lighting remains switched off even when you 앫 unlock the vehicle 앫 open a door 앫 remove the SmartKey from the starter switch 앫 open the tailgate Manual control Switching all front interior lights on and off 왘 Press the W symbol on rocker switch 3 The front interior li...

Page 126: ...button X again The left reading lamp goes out Door entry lamps The appropriate door entry lamp switches on if a door is opened in darkness and if the interior lighting is switched to auto matic function The entry lamp switches off automatically when the door is closed i The setting selected for the interior lighting is used for the cargo compart ment lighting as well If you leave the tailgate open...

Page 127: ...control system 컄 page 143 Instrument cluster illumination Use reset button 1 to adjust the illumination brightness for the instrument cluster To brighten illumination 왘 Turn reset button 1 clockwise The instrument cluster illumination will brighten To dim illumination 왘 Turn reset button 1 counterclock wise The instrument cluster illumination will dim i The instrument cluster illumination is dimme...

Page 128: ...C Doing so may cause serious en gine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Warning G 앫 Driving when your engine is badly overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be seriously burned 앫 Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns and can occur just by opening the hood Stay away from the engine i...

Page 129: ...the tachometer 컄 page 24 denotes excessive engine speed To help protect the engine the fuel supply is interrupted if the engine is operated within the red marking Outside temperature indicator Avoid driving at excessive engine speeds as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Warning G The outside temperature indicator is not de signed to se...

Page 130: ...e affected by road or engine heat during idling or slow driving This means that the accuracy of the displayed temperature can only be verified by com parison to a thermometer placed next to the sensor not by comparison to external displays e g bank signs etc When moving the vehicle into colder ambi ent temperatures e g when leaving your garage you will notice a delay before the lower temperature i...

Page 131: ...eter 2 Main odometer 3 Current program mode 4 Current gear selector lever position gear range 5 Digital clock 6 Status indicator outside tempera ture digital speedometer i The displays for the audio systems radio CD player will appear in English regardless of the language selected Warning G A driver s attention to the road and traffic conditions must always be his her primary focus when driving Fo...

Page 132: ...each containing a number of functions or sub menus The individual functions are then found within the relevant menu radio or CD op erations under AUDIO for example These functions serve to call up relevant informa tion or to customize the settings for your vehicle 1 Multifunction display Operating the control system 2 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume Press button æ up to increase ç down...

Page 133: ...on k or j repeatedly you will pass through each function display one after the other in the current menu In the Settings menu instead of functions you will find a number of submenus for calling up and changing settings For instructions on using these submenus see Submenus in the Settings menu 컄 page 141 The number of menus available in the sys tem depends on which optional equipment is installed i...

Page 134: ...132 Controls in detail Control system Menus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus ...

Page 135: ...e tempera ture Select radio station Activate route guidance Call up vehicle mal function warning and system status messagesstoredin memory Reset to factory settings Fuelconsumption statistics after start Load phone book Call up maintenance service display Select satellite radio station USA only Instrument clus ter submenu Fuelconsumption statistics since the last reset Search for name in phone boo...

Page 136: ...ions in the standard display menu with button k or j The following functions are available i The headings used in the menus table are designed to facilitate navigation within the system and are not neces sarily identical to those shown in the control system displays The first function displayed in each menu will automatically show you which part of the system you are in Function Page Display digit...

Page 137: ...he AUDIO menu operate the audio equipment which you currently have turned on If no audio equipment is currently turned on the message AUDIO OFF appears in the multifunction display The following functions are available i You can have the outside temperature displayed instead of the digital speedometer You can select the setting in the submenu Instr Cl via the function Status line display 컄 page 14...

Page 138: ... 왘 Press button k or j repeatedly until the desired station is found Select satellite radio station The Sirius Satellite Radio is treated as a radio application 왘 Select satellite radio with the corresponding soft key SAT in the radio menu 1 SAT mode and preset number 2 Channel name or number i You can only store new stations using the corresponding feature on the radio 컄 page 210 Vehicles with CO...

Page 139: ...ettings for the CD currently being played appear in the multifunction display 1 Current CD for CD changer 2 Current track 왘 Press button k or j repeatedly until the desired track is selected i For more information on satellite radio operation see Introduction to satellite radio USA only 컄 page 212 Vehicles with COMAND Refer to separate operating instructions i To select a CD from the magazine pres...

Page 140: ...alfunction and warning messages that may be stored in the system Such messages appear in the mul tifunction display and are based on condi tions or system status the vehicle s system has recorded 왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the vehicle status message memory appears in the multifunction display Warning G Malfunction and warning messages are only indicated for certain systems and are inte...

Page 141: ...now be displayed in order in which they have occured For malfunction and warning messages see Vehicle status messag es in the multifunction display 컄 page 352 Should the vehicle s system record any conditions while driving the number of malfunctions will reappear in the multi function display when the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position 0 or removed from the starter switch i The v...

Page 142: ...ings 왘 Press the reset button in the instrument cluster 컄 page 125 for approximately three seconds The request to press the reset button once more to confirm appears in the multifunction display 왘 Press the reset button once more The functions of all the submenus will reset to factory settings i The settings you have changed will not be reset unless you confirm the action by pressing the reset but...

Page 143: ...tting the functions of a submenu For each submenu you can reset all the functions to the factory settings 왘 Move to a function in the submenu 왘 Press the reset button 컄 page 125 in the instrument cluster for approxi mately three seconds The request to press the reset button once more to confirm appears in the multifunction display 왘 Press the reset button once more All functions of the submenu wil...

Page 144: ...matic locking Activating easy entry exit feature Selecting speedometer display mode Setting the time hours Setting locator lighting Setting key dependency Selecting language Setting the time minutes Setting night security illumination Setting parking position for exterior rear view mirror Selecting display speed display or outside temperature for status indicator Selecting time display mode Settin...

Page 145: ...election marker is on the current setting 왘 Press button æ or ç to set tem perature unit to C degrees Celsius or F degrees Fahrenheit Selecting speedometer display mode 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Instr Cl submenu 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Disp Unit Speed odo appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting 왘 Pre...

Page 146: ...es 앫 German 앫 English 앫 French 앫 Italian 앫 Spanish Selecting display speed display or outside temperature for status indicator 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Instr Cl submenu 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Status line display appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting 왘 Press button æ or ç to select the desired set...

Page 147: ... on the current setting 왘 Press button æ or ç to select the desired setting Setting the time hours This function can only be seen with audio system 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Time Date submenu 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Time Hours appears in the multifunction display Function Page Time synchronization with head unit 145 Setting the time hours 145 ...

Page 148: ...dio system 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Time Date submenu 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Time Minutes appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the minute setting 왘 Press button æ or ç to set the minutes i Vehicles with COMAND For information on setting the time refer to the separate COMAND operating instructions 컄컄 ...

Page 149: ...tton æ or ç to the Time Date submenu 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Change over Summer Winter time appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting 왘 Press button æ or ç to select if the changeover between summer and winter time should be automatic or manual Setting the date month This function can only be seen with audio system 왘 Move the sel...

Page 150: ... audio system 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Time Date submenu 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Date Set day appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the day setting 왘 Press button æ or ç to set the day i Vehicles with COMAND For information on setting the date refer to the separate COMAND operating instructions 컄컄 ...

Page 151: ...etting 왘 Press button æ or ç to set the year Lighting submenu Access the Lighting submenu via the Settings menu Use the Lighting submenu to change the lamp and lighting settings on your vehicle The following functions are available i Vehicles with COMAND For information on setting the date refer to the separate COMAND operating instructions Function Page Setting daytime running lamp mode USA only ...

Page 152: ...he low beam headlamps are switched on when the engine is running In low ambient light conditions the following lamps will switch on additionally 앫 Parking lamps 앫 Tail lamps 앫 License plate lamps 앫 Side marker lamps For more information on the daytime running lamp mode see Lighting 컄 page 116 i This function is not available in countries where the daytime running lamp mode is mandatory and therefo...

Page 153: ...ay The selection marker is on the current setting 왘 Press button æ or ç to switch the locator lighting function On 왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position U when exiting the vehicle 컄 page 116 The locator lighting feature is activated Setting night security illumination Headlamps delayed shut off Use this function to set whether and how long you would like the exterior lamps to illuminate duri...

Page 154: ...5 sec 30 sec 45 sec or 60 sec select the desired lamp on period 왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position U before turning off the engine 컄 page 116 The headlamps delayed shut off feature is activated You can temporarily deactivate the delayed shut off feature 왘 Before exiting the vehicle turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 왘 Then turn it to position 2 and back to position 0 Th...

Page 155: ...ayed shut off feature is deactivated 앫 5 sec 10 sec 15 sec or 20 sec the interior lighting de layed shut off feature is activated with the desired lamp on period Vehicle submenu Access the Vehicle submenu via the Settings menu Use the Vehicle submenu to make general vehicle settings The following function is available Setting automatic locking Use this function to activate or deactivate the automa...

Page 156: ...xit feature Use this function to activate and deactivate the easy entry exit feature 컄 page 105 Function Page Activating easy entry exit feature 154 Setting key dependency 155 Setting parking position for exterior rear view mirror 156 Warning G You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel and driver s seat when the easy entry exit feature is activated To can...

Page 157: ...el and the mirrors should be stored separately for each SmartKey 컄 page 113 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Convenience submenu 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Key dependency appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting Do not leave children unattended in the ve hicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Children coul...

Page 158: ...mirror parking position 컄 page 173 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Convenience submenu 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Mirror set parking aid appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting 왘 Press button æ or ç to switch function On or Off Trip computer menu Use the trip computer menu to call up statistical data on your ...

Page 159: ...et 왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the first function of the Trip computer menu appears in the multifunction display 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message After resetappears in the multifunction display 1 Distance driven since last reset 2 Time elapsed since last reset 3 Average speed since last reset 4 Average fuel consumption since last reset i All statistics stored since the...

Page 160: ...til the message Distance appears in the multifunction display The calculated range based on the current fuel tank level appears in the multifunction display TEL menu Warning G A driver s attention to the road must always be his her primary focus when driving For your safety and the safety of others we recommend that you pull over to a safe location and stop before placing or taking a telephone cal...

Page 161: ...ulti function display is empty As soon as the telephone has found a network the message READY appears in the multifunction display This standby message indicates that your telephone is ready for use and you can operate it using the control system Answering a call When your telephone is ready to receive calls you can answer a call at any time In the multifunction display you will then see the messa...

Page 162: ...peatedly until the message TEL appears in the multifunction display 왘 Press button j or k The control system reads the phone book which is stored in the telephone This may take up to 30 seconds The message Please wait appears in the multifunction display When the message Please wait disappears the phone book has been loaded 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the desired name appears in the mul...

Page 163: ...his eliminates the need to search through your entire phone book 왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the message TEL appears in the multifunction display 왘 Press button s The first number in the redial memory appears in the multifunction display 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the desired name appears in the multifunction display 왘 Press button s The control system dials the selected pho...

Page 164: ...onditions If the operating conditions change the automatic transmission reacts by adjusting its shift program Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission The automatic transmission selects indi vidual gears automatically depending on 앫 the gear selector lever position D 컄 page 166 with gear ranges 4 3 2 1 컄 page 165 앫 the selected program mode C S 컄 page 168 앫 the position of the accelerator peda...

Page 165: ...ually Warning G It is dangerous to shift the gear selector lever out of P or N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pe...

Page 166: ...r range of the transmission Canceling gear range limit 왘 Press and hold the gear selector lever in the D direction until D reappears in the multifunction display The transmission will shift from the current gear range directly to gear range D Shifting into optimal gear range 왘 Press and hold the gear selector lever in the D direction The transmission will automatically select the gear range suited...

Page 167: ...engine has reached its rpm limit the transmission will upshift beyond any gear range limit selected Effect é The transmission shifts through fourth gear only è The transmission shifts through third gear only With this selection you can use the braking effect of the engine Effect ç The transmission shifts through second gear only Allows the use of engine s braking power when driving 앫 on steep down...

Page 168: ...er in position P With the SmartKey removed the gear selector lever is locked in position P If the vehicle s electrical system is malfunctioning the gear selector lever could remain locked in position P 컄 page 384 í Reverse gear Place gear selector lever in position R only when vehicle is stopped Effect ë Neutral No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle When the brakes are released...

Page 169: ...the parking brake in addition to shifting to position P 컄 page 55 When parked on an incline turn the front wheels towards the road curb Do not park this vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as grass hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system as these materials could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire Warning G When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey f...

Page 170: ...appears in the multifunction display Select C for comfort driving 앫 The vehicle starts out in second gear both forward and reverse for gentler starts This does not apply if full throttle is applied or gear range 1 is selected 앫 Traction and driving stability are improved on icy roads 앫 Upshifts occur earlier even when you give more gas The engine then operates at lower rpms and the wheels are less...

Page 171: ...n shifts up again Stopping When you stop briefly e g at traffic lights 왘 Leave the transmission in gear 왘 Hold the vehicle with the brake When you stop longer with the engine idling or on an uphill gradient 왘 Move the gear selector lever to position P 왘 Set the parking brake Maneuvering When you maneuver in tight areas e g when pulling into a parking space 왘 Control the vehicle speed by gradually ...

Page 172: ... in limp home emergency operation mode In this mode only second gear and reverse gear can be activated 왘 Stop the vehicle 왘 Move gear selector lever to P 왘 Turn off the engine 왘 Wait at least ten seconds before restarting 왘 Restart the engine 왘 Move gear selector lever to position D for second gear or R 왘 Have the transmission checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible ...

Page 173: ... Press switch 1 The headlamps are cleaned with a high pressure water jet For information on filling up the washer reservoir see Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system 컄 page 303 Rear view mirrors For more information on setting the rear view mirrors see Mirrors 컄 page 41 Interior rear view mirror antiglare position 1 Lever 왘 Tilt the mirror to the antiglare night position by moving ...

Page 174: ...example when transporting cargo which covers the rear window Glare can endanger you and others Warning G In the case of an accident liquid electrolyte may escape from the mirror housing if the mirror glass breaks Electrolyte has an irritating effect Do not allow the liquid to come into contact with eyes skin clothing or respiratory system In case it does immediately flush affected area with water ...

Page 175: ...ew mirror 컄 page 115 왘 Make sure the Mirror set parking aid function in the Convenience submenu of the control system is switched to On 컄 page 156 왘 Switch on ignition 컄 page 33 왘 Press button 2 for the passenger side exterior rear view mirror 왘 Place the gear selector lever in reverse gear R The passenger side exterior rear view mirror will be turned downward to the stored position The exterior r...

Page 176: ... cover 3 Mirror lamp 4 Sun visor 왘 To use illuminated mirror lift up cover 2 Warning G Do not use the vanity mirror while driving Keep the mirrors in the sun visors closed while vehicle is in motion Reflected glare can endanger you and others i If sunlight enters through a side window disengage sun visor from mounting 1 and pivot to the side The mirror lamp 3 will switch off ...

Page 177: ...tor lamp on the button comes on Deactivating 왘 Press button F or 1 again The indicator lamp on the button goes out Warning G Any accumulation of snow and ice should be removed from the rear window before driving Visibility could otherwise be impaired endangering you and others If the rear window defroster switches off too soon and the indicator lamp starts flashing this means that too many electri...

Page 178: ...176 Controls in detail Climate control ...

Page 179: ...t adjustable 6 Right center air vent adjustable 7 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent 8 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right side air vent 9 Right side air vent adjustable a Right side defroster vent fixed b Climate control panel i For draft free ventilation move the sliders for the air vents 2 5 6 and 9 to the middle position Item 1 Air volume control 2 Left side te...

Page 180: ... or very cold depending on the set temperature This may cause burns or frost bite on unprotected skin in the immediate area of the air vents Always keep sufficient distance between unprotected parts of the body and the footwell air vents If necessary change the air flow using the air distribution controls to direct the air away from the foot well air vents 컄 page 180 Warning G Follow the recommend...

Page 181: ...2 C Increasing 왘 Turn temperature control 2 or 3 컄 page 177 slightly to the right The climate control system will corre spondingly adjust the interior air tem perature Decreasing 왘 Turn temperature control 2 or 3 컄 page 177 slightly to the left The climate control system will corre spondingly adjust the interior air tem perature i When the air conditioning is switched off the outside air supply an...

Page 182: ...f the six air volume speeds and the air distribution Adjusting automatically 왘 Press button U 컄 page 177 The indicator lamp on the button comes on The temperature air distri bution and volume are adjusted auto matically Windshield fogged on the outside 왘 Switch the windshield wipers on 컄 page 50 왘 Switch to manual mode 왘 Turn the air distribution control 4 to a or Y 컄 page 177 Symbol Function Z Di...

Page 183: ...witches automatically to the following functions 앫 maximum blowing and heating power 앫 air flows onto the windshield and the front side windows 앫 the air recirculation mode is switched off Deactivating 왘 Press button P or 0 컄 page 177 The indicator lamp on the button goes out Defrosting is turned off i These settings should only be selected for a short time ...

Page 184: ...r visibility and endanger you and others i If you keep button pressed the side windows and tilt sliding sunroof will close Warning G Never operate the side windows and the tilt sliding sunroof if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the closing pro cedure In the event that the closing procedure causes potential danger the closing of the side windows can be immediately halted by press...

Page 185: ...ture set by the operator i The air recirculation mode is activated automatically at high outside tempera tures The indicator lamp on the button is not lit when the air recirculation mode is automatically switched on After approx 30 minutes outside air is added to the air inside the vehicle If you have turned off the air condi tioning 컄 page 183 or the outside temperature is below 41 F 5 C the air ...

Page 186: ...unction switches off after a short delay Activating Moist air can fog up the windows You can dehumidify the air with the air condition ing Climate control panel design A 왘 Press button 컄 page 177 The indicator lamp on the button goes out Climate control panel design B 왘 Press button 2 컄 page 177 The indicator lamp on the button comes on The air conditioning uses the refrigerant R134a This refriger...

Page 187: ... air volume control for center air vents 3 Right center air vent Adjusting air distribution 왘 Push the slide for the left center vent 1 or right center vent 3 to the left right up or down The air flow is directed in the corre sponding direction Adjusting air volume 왘 Turn thumbwheel 2 up or down The air volume is increased or decreased i The temperature at the center air vents for the rear passeng...

Page 188: ...186 Controls in detail Automatic climate control ...

Page 189: ...el for air volume control for right side air vent 9 Right side air vent adjustable a Right side defroster vent fixed b Automatic climate control panel i For draft free ventilation move the sliders for the air vents 2 5 6 and 9 to the middle position Item 1 Left side air distribution control 2 Defrosting 3 Temperature control left raising 4 Display 5 Air volume control raising 6 Temperature control...

Page 190: ...ol the air that enters the passenger compartment through the air vents in the footwell can be very hot or very cold depending on the set temperature This may cause burns or frostbite on unprotected skin in the immediate area of the air vents Always keep sufficient distance between unprotected parts of the body and the foot well air vents If necessary change the air flow using the air distribution ...

Page 191: ...ing the temperature Use temperature controls 3 and d for the left side or 6 and b for the right side 컄 page 187 to separately adjust the air temperature on each side of the passenger compartment You should raise or lower the temperature setting in small incre ments preferably starting at 72 F 22 C i When the air conditioning is switched off the outside air supply and circula tion are also switched...

Page 192: ...compartment The following symbols are found on the controls Adjusting manually 왘 Turn air distribution control 1 or 8 컄 page 187 to the desired symbol The indicator lamp on the button U goes out The automatic air distribution is switched off The air distribution is controlled according to the selected control setting Adjusting automatically 왘 Press button U 컄 page 187 The indicator lamp on the but...

Page 193: ...st air volume manually Adjusting manually Seven blower speeds are available 왘 Press air volume control or Q 컄 page 187 until the requested blower speed is attained The indicator lamp on the button U goes out The automatic air distribution remains switched on Adjusting automatically 왘 Press button U 컄 page 187 The indicator lamp on the button comes on The air volume is controlled automati cally for...

Page 194: ...itched off Deactivating 왘 Press button P or 0 컄 page 187 The indicator lamp on the button goes out Defrosting is turned off The previous settings are once again in effect Maximum cooling MAXCOOL If the left and right air distribution controls as well as the airflow volume control are set to U 컄 page 187 and there is a high need for cooling the display MAXCOOL appears This provides the fastest poss...

Page 195: ...s potential danger the closing of the side windows can be immediately halted by pressing or pulling the respective window switch The closing of the tilt sliding sunroof can be immediately halted by moving the tilt sliding sunroof switch in the overhead control panel in any direction The closing of the side windows and tilt sliding sunroof can be reversed by again pressing and holding the button i ...

Page 196: ...ximately 30 minutes Charcoal filter An activated charcoal filter markedly reduces bad odors and removes pollutants from air entering the passenger compart ment The charcoal filter can be activated or deactivated The system switches automatically to the air recirculation mode if the 앫 carbon monoxide CO or 앫 nitrogen oxide NOX concentration of the outside air increases beyond a predetermined level ...

Page 197: ...ate the side windows and the tilt sliding sunroof if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the closing pro cedure In the event that the closing procedure causes potential danger the closing of the side windows can be immediately halted by pressing or pulling the respective window switch The closing of the tilt sliding sunroof can be immediately halted by moving the tilt sliding sunroo...

Page 198: ...The indicator lamp on the button goes out The cooling function switches off after a short delay Activating Moist air can fog up the windows You can dehumidify the air with the air condi tioning Automatic climate control panel design A 왘 Press button 컄 page 187 again The indicator lamp on the button goes out The cooling function is switched on Automatic climate control panel design B 왘 Press button...

Page 199: ...87 The indicator lamp on the button comes on Deactivating 왘 Press button 컄 page 187 The indicator lamp on the button goes out The residual heat is automatically turned off 앫 when the ignition is switched on 앫 after about 30 minutes 앫 if the battery voltage drops If the air conditioning cannot be turned on again this indicates that the air conditioning is losing refrigerant The compressor has turne...

Page 200: ...mbwheel for air volume control for center air vents 3 Right center air vent Adjusting air distribution 왘 Push the slide for the left center vent 1 or right center vent 3 to the left right up or down The air flow is directed in the corresponding direction Adjusting air volume 왘 Turn thumbwheel 2 up or down The air volume is increased or decreased i The temperature at the center air vents for the re...

Page 201: ...n to traffic conditions first before operating system controls while driving Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your car is covering a distance of 44 feet approximately 14 m every second Warning G Any alterations made to electronic components can cause malfunctions The radio amplifier CD changer satellite radio and telephone are interconnected When one of the compone...

Page 202: ...200 Controls in detail Audio system Operating and display elements ...

Page 203: ...umeric keypad Item Page 9 Speed dialing memory telephone in descending order a Accepting a call telephone 229 b Telephone mode selector 224 c Speed dialing memory telephone in ascending order 225 d Terminating a call telephone 229 e CD slot f CD ejection 219 Item Page g Soft keys 202 h Volume 203 j Switching on off 202 k Manual tuning seek tuning radio 209 Track search reverse CD 222 l Manual tuni...

Page 204: ...er switch to position 1 or 2 왘 If the audio system was on as you removed the SmartKey from the starter switch the audio system will automatically come back on as you turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 or 왘 Press M button Do not press directly in the display face Otherwise the display will be damaged i If the radio is switched on without the key in the starter switch it will automatically switch ...

Page 205: ...rs in the display 왘 Press or soft key to increase or decrease tone level accordingly or 왘 Press RES soft key briefly to reset bass tones to their center level The radio switches back to the standard radio menu eight seconds after the last soft key is pressed i Should excessively high temperatures occur while the audio system is being operated the display will dim If tem peratures continue to rise ...

Page 206: ...ics You can select from among the following settings 앫 STANDARD conventional stereo sound 앫 SURROUND the sound is set for better three dimensional acoustic character istics 앫 SPEECH the sound is optimized for the spoken word 왘 Press O button repeatedly until STANDARD SURROUND or SPEECHappears in the display 왘 Press X or Y soft key repeatedly until the desired sound setting has been reached The sou...

Page 207: ...etting is reset depending on the sound source activated 앫 Radio mode STANDARD 앫 CD AUX mode SURROUND 앫 Telephone SPEECH The radio switches back to the standard radio menu four seconds after the last soft key is pressed Adjusting volume distribution Call up fader and balance functions by pressing the P button Fader 왘 Press P button repeatedly until FADER appears in the display 왘 Press V or W soft k...

Page 208: ...actory settings 왘 Press P button to call up settings menu in the display 왘 Press RES soft key briefly the respective volume distribution is reset to its center flat level or 왘 Press and hold RES soft key until RESET appears in the display The volume distribution settings for fader and balance are set to their center level The radio switches back to the standard radio menu four seconds after the la...

Page 209: ...e 205 for the AUX input Calling up AUX mode 왘 Press and hold Q button until AUX appears in the display Canceling AUX mode 왘 Press any audio source button Radio operation Selecting radio mode 왘 Press b button Calling up wavebands You can choose from among the FM AM and WB wavebands Weather band 컄 page 211 Calling up wavebands for radios without SAT 왘 Press FM or AM soft key to switch between FM and...

Page 210: ...ay Selecting a station The following options are available for selecting a station 앫 Direct frequency input 컄 page 208 앫 Manual tuning 컄 page 209 앫 Automatic seek tuning 컄 page 209 앫 Scan search 컄 page 209 앫 Station memory 컄 page 210 앫 Automatic station memory Autostore 컄 page 210 The station search proceeds in the following frequency increments 앫 200 kHz in FM range 앫 10 kHz in AM range Direct fr...

Page 211: ...ed waveband 왘 Press S or T button briefly The radio will tune to the next highest or next lowest receivable frequency Scan search 앫 Starting scan search 왘 Select desired waveband 왘 Press SC soft key SC will appear in the display The radio briefly tunes in all receivable stations on the waveband selected i You can only enter frequencies within the respective waveband If a button is not pressed with...

Page 212: ... on the selected station button 앫 Calling up stations 왘 Press desired station button 1 to R briefly Autostore automatic station memory The Autostore memory function provides an additional memory level The station memory for manually stored stations is not overwritten 앫 Calling up Autostore memory level and storing stations 왘 Press AS soft key briefly The radio switches to the Autostore memory leve...

Page 213: ...mode is again active Weather band 왘 Press WB soft key The weather band station last received is tuned in Selecting a weather band station directly 왘 Select desired weather band station with buttons 1 to 7 If a station cannot be tuned in a search is automatically started Search 왘 Press S or T button to tune in the next receivable weather band station i If no weather band station is received after t...

Page 214: ...e contiguous U S This diverse satellite delivered program ming is available for a monthly subscrip tion fee For more information and service availability call the SIRIUS Service Center 컄 page 217 or contact www siriusradio com i Additional satellite radio equipment and a subscription to a satellite radio service provider are required for the satellite radio operation described here Contact an auth...

Page 215: ...T tuner installed in your vehicle is displayed This information is required to call the SIRIUS Service Center for an activation request After activation of the satellite radio service The satellite radio main menu appears The radio station selected last is audible provided it can be received i Satellite radio service may be unavail able or interrupted from time to time for a variety of reasons suc...

Page 216: ...5 앫 Tuning via station presets 컄 page 214 앫 Tuning via scan search 컄 page 216 앫 Tuning via manual channel input 컄 page 214 앫 Tuning via the program category list 컄 page 215 Tuning via station presets Ten satellite radio station presets are available You can access the presets via number keys Accessing via number keys 왘 Enter number of preset you wish to select e g 1 The radio plays the station sto...

Page 217: ...es between the individual categories When changing the category the channel selected last in the new category becomes audible The system will automatically switch to a station of the selected category if the currently selected station is not of the selected category Otherwise the currently selected station remains tuned 앫 Tuning a station within the selected category The channels identified for th...

Page 218: ...be displayed 왘 Press INF soft key The title being played is displayed 왘 Press INF soft key again The name of the artist performing the title being played is displayed Storing stations 왘 Tune in desired station 왘 Press and hold desired station button 1 to R until a brief signal tone is heard The frequency is stored on the selected station button The radio saves the current station at the memory pre...

Page 219: ... 1 laser products There is a danger of invisible laser radiation if the housing is opened or damaged Do not open the housing The single CD player and the CD changer do not contain any parts that can be serviced by the user For safety reasons have any service work which may be necessary performed only by qualified personnel Warning G In order to avoid distraction which could lead to an accident the...

Page 220: ...terial to them 앫 Clean CDs from time to time with a commercially available cleaning cloth Never wipe the CD in a circular motion instead wipe it in a straight line start ing in the center and moving outward Do not use solvents anti static sprays etc for cleaning 앫 Replace the CD in its case after use 앫 Protect CDs from heat and direct sunlight If you affix stickers to the CDs they can become warpe...

Page 221: ... can be operated from the front control panel of the audio system A loaded magazine must be installed to play CDs The CD changer is located in the glove box Loading unloading the CD magazine 왘 Slide changer door to the right and press g button 왘 Magazine will be ejected If a CD is already loaded it must be ejected before inserting a new CD Inserting a second CD in the slot with another CD still lo...

Page 222: ...0 will appear in the upper left hand corner of the display The CD will resume playback at the point where it was switched off CD changer 왘 Press Q button CD and the selected magazine slot number appear in the upper left hand corner of the display If you have not removed a CD since the last time the CD audio source was activated the last CD listened to will begin to play at the point where it was s...

Page 223: ...rom among the inserted CDs with buttons R to 6 R CD player in the audio unit 1 to 6 CDs in the CD changer The magazine slot number of the selected CD appears next to CD in the display and the number of the currently played track appears next to TRACK Direct track entry You can make a direct selection from among the tracks on a CD 왘 Press button 왘 Enter track number using buttons 1 to R i If there ...

Page 224: ...ious track Pressing the T or S button repeatedly will result in multiple tracks being skipped Fast forward reverse 앫 Fast forward 왘 Press and hold S button until desired point has been reached 앫 Reverse 왘 Press and hold T button until desired point has been reached Scan 앫 Starting scan 왘 Press SC soft key SC will appear in the display Each track on the current CD will be played for approx eight se...

Page 225: ...g on repeat 왘 Press RPT soft key RPT appears in the display 앫 Switching off repeat 왘 Press RPT soft key again Pause function The CD changer mode is interrupted by an incoming call on the telephone 컄 page 229 앫 Switching on pause function 왘 Press U button The CD changer mode is interrupted and PAUSE appears in the display 앫 Switching off pause function 왘 Press U button The CD changer mode is active...

Page 226: ...eel and the cellular telephone If your audio system is set up for telephone operation the t symbol will appear in the display When you insert your Mercedes Benz specified mobile telephone into the telephone cradle you will be prompted to enter your PIN for 30 seconds 컄 page 225 This display disappears when you press any button When your mobile telephone is inserted into the telephone cradle you wi...

Page 227: ...ume will increase or decrease depending on the direction turned Adjusting sound 왘 Adjust sound during a telephone call Sound adjustment 컄 page 203 Placing a call Entering a telephone number and starting the dialing process 왘 Enter desired telephone number using buttons 1 to R The number can have up to 32 digits but only twelve of these are visible in the display i If the PIN is entered incorrectly...

Page 228: ...he main entries and the sub entries of your phone book 왘 Press MEM soft key or press button or ƒ 왘 Press desired numerical key 2 to 9 The stored entries are selected according to the alphabetical order of the initial letters e g for S Schneider press button 7 four times or 왘 Press and hold button or ƒ The system jumps from one initial letter to the next in ascending or descending order 왘 Press and...

Page 229: ...ss RCV soft key received calls The number of received calls and then the call last received appear briefly in the display 왘 Select desired telephone number with button or ƒ The letter R and the number of the memory position appear in the upper left hand corner of the display The numbers are stored in the order of the calls received 왘 When you have selected a number press s button The call will be ...

Page 230: ...y you can again place calls to the last ten telephone numbers dialed using the redial function 앫 Manual redial 왘 Press s button The telephone number last dialed will appear in the display 왘 Select desired telephone number with button or ƒ The letter L and the number of the memory position appears in the left hand corner of the display The numbers are stored in the order of the calls received 왘 Whe...

Page 231: ...hen no longer able to hear you 앫 Mute on 왘 Press MUT soft key 왘 MIC MUTE will appear in the display 앫 Mute off 왘 Press MUT soft key again Terminating a call 왘 Press t button The current call is terminated and the muted audio source becomes active again Talking with two callers at the same time If you wish to receive or place another call during an already active call you can accept or place the se...

Page 232: ...enz specified mobile telephone a number of functions and operating steps can be performed and displayed in the audio system display Further operating instructions not covered here can be found in the operating instruc tions for the multifunction steering wheel and the mobile telephone If your audio system is set up for telephone operation the t symbol will appear in the display When you insert you...

Page 233: ...er the correct code Switching off the telephone 왘 Press h button for approx three seconds PROCESSING appears in the display until the telephone is off Afterward PHONE OFF appears in the display Adjusting the volume 왘 Turn rotary control of N button during a telephone call The volume will increase or decrease depending on the direction turned Adjusting sound 왘 Adjust sound during a telephone call S...

Page 234: ...h the main entries and the sub entries of your phone book 왘 Press MEM soft key or press button or ƒ 왘 Press desired numerical key 2 to 9 The stored entries are selected according to the alphabetical order of the initial letters e g for S Schneider press button 7 four times or 왘 Press and hold button or ƒ The system jumps from one initial letter to the next in ascending or descending order 왘 Press ...

Page 235: ... RCV soft key received calls The number of received calls and then the call last received appear briefly in the display 왘 Select desired telephone number with button or ƒ The letter R and the number of the memory position appear in the upper left hand corner of the display The numbers are stored in the order of the calls received 왘 When you have selected a number press s button The call will be ma...

Page 236: ... again place calls to the last ten telephone numbers dialed using the redial function 앫 Manual redial 왘 Press s button The telephone number last dialed will appear in the display 왘 Select desired telephone number with button or ƒ The letter L and the number of the memory position appears in the left hand corner of the display The numbers are stored in the order of the calls received 왘 When you hav...

Page 237: ...all It is possible to mute a call the caller is then no longer able to hear you 앫 Mute on 왘 Press MUT soft key 왘 MIC MUTE will appear in the display 앫 Mute off 왘 Press MUT soft key again Terminating a call 왘 Press t button The current call is terminated and the muted audio source becomes active again Accepting a second incoming call If you receive another call during an already active call you can...

Page 238: ...tween the callers or combine them into one call Note that this feature is depending on availability from your mobile phone service provider 앫 Placing a second call 왘 Place a new call by entering telephone number manually 왘 Press s button You are connected to the second caller the first caller is kept on hold 앫 Terminating a call 왘 Press t button The current call is terminated The connection to the...

Page 239: ...ble If you cannot make an emergency call you will have to initiate rescue measures yourself GSM network phones Placing a 911 emergency call using audio head unit with the phone locked 왘 Press h button to switch to telephone operation PIN appears in the audio display 왘 Enter 911 using the number keypad on the audio head unit 왘 Press OK soft key or s button for dialing to begin DIALING appears in th...

Page 240: ...e number keypad on the audio head unit 왘 Press OK soft key or s button for dialing to begin DIALING appears in the audio display while the telephone establishes the connection 왘 Wait until the emergency call center answers then describe the emergency Placing a 911 emergency call using audio head unit with the phone unlocked 왘 Press h button to switch to telephone operation 왘 Enter 911 using the nu...

Page 241: ...point and released by either pressing or pulling the respective switch If the window encounters an obstruction that blocks its path in a circumstance where you pulled the switch past the resistance point and released it to close the window the automatic reversal function will stop the window and open it slightly If the window encounters an obstruction that blocks its path in a circumstance where y...

Page 242: ...se 왘 Pull switch 1 to 4 past the resistance point and release The corresponding window closes completely i You can also open or close the windows using the SmartKey summer opening convenience closing feature 컄 page 241 You can close and reopen the windows using the air recirculation button in the climate control panel 컄 page 177 or automatic climate control panel 컄 page 187 You can close and reope...

Page 243: ...ill does not close when there is no obstruction then pull and hold the switch again The side window will then close without the obstruction sensor function Warning G Driver s door only If within five seconds you again pull the switch past the resistance point and release the automatic reversal will not function Warning G Never operate the windows or tilt sliding sunroof if there is the possibility...

Page 244: ...ilt sliding sunroof begin to close after approximately one second 왘 Release the button to stop procedure Make sure all side windows and the tilt sliding sunroof are properly closed before leaving the vehicle Synchronizing power windows The power windows must be resynchronized each time 앫 after the battery has been disconnected 앫 if the power windows cannot be fully opened Express open or closed Ex...

Page 245: ... Screen Warning G When closing the tilt sliding sunroof make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure The opening closing procedure of the tilt sliding sunroof can be immediately halted by releasing the switch or if the switch was moved past the resistance point and released by moving the switch in any direction The tilt sliding sunroof is made out of glass In the ev...

Page 246: ...ehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsuper vised use of vehicle equipment can cause an accident and or serious personal injury To avoid damaging the seals do not transport any objects with sharp edges which can stick out of the tilt sliding sunroof Do not open the tilt sliding sunroof if there is snow or ice on the roof as this could result...

Page 247: ...nlocking the vehicle The windows and the tilt sliding sunroof begin to open after approximately one second 왘 Release the Œ button to stop procedure i If the movement of the tilt sliding sunroof is blocked during the closing procedure the tilt sliding sunroof will stop and reopen slightly Warning G Never operate the windows or tilt sliding sunroof if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed ...

Page 248: ...iding sunroof must be synchronized 앫 after the battery has been disconnected or discharged 앫 after the tilt sliding sunroof has been closed manually 컄 page 385 앫 after a malfunction 앫 if the tilt sliding sunroof does not open smoothly 왘 Switch on ignition 컄 page 33 왘 Move and hold the sunroof switch in the direction of arrow 1 컄 page 243 until the tilt sliding sunroof is fully raised at the rear H...

Page 249: ...er on the left hand side of the steering column 컄 page 22 Warning G Cruise control is a convenience system de signed to assist the driver during vehicle op eration The driver is and must remain at all times responsible for the vehicle speed and for safe brake operation Only use cruise control if the road traffic and weather conditions make it advisable to travel at a steady speed 앫 The use of crui...

Page 250: ...n the brake pedal Cruise control is canceled The last speed set is stored for later use or 왘 Briefly push the cruise control lever to position 3 Cruise control is canceled The last speed set is stored for later use i On uphill or downhill grades cruise control may not be able to maintain the set speed Once the grade eases the set speed will be resumed Moving the gear selector lever to position N w...

Page 251: ...ting to last stored speed Resume function 왘 Briefly push cruise control lever to position 4 The cruise control resumes the last set speed 왘 Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal i Depressing the accelerator pedal does not deactivate cruise control After brief acceleration e g for passing cruise control will resume the last speed set i When you use the cruise control lever to decelerate the t...

Page 252: ...e roof racks approved by Mercedes Benz for your vehicle model to avoid damage to the vehicle Follow manu facturer s installation instructions Load the roof rack in such a way that the vehicle cannot be damaged while driving Make sure 앫 you can fully raise the tilt sliding sunroof 앫 you can fully open the tailgate Warning G The parcel net is designed only to carry light loads Do not place heavy or ...

Page 253: ...argo compartment floor 왘 Press handle 1 on the recess 왘 Lift compartment cover To close cargo compartment floor 왘 Lower the cover and lock by applying light pressure to handle 1 i The compartment can be used to store small light or flat objects Warning G If items are stored in the compartment make sure compartment is securely closed In an accident during hard braking or sud den maneuvers they coul...

Page 254: ...ts folded up 1 Tab 2 Eyelets on roof 왘 Pull out upper blind partition net by tab 1 왘 Engage it into eyelets on the roof 2 Partition net with rear seats folded down 1 Tab 2 Eyelets on roof 왘 Pull out upper blind partition net by tab 1 until it engages 왘 Fold the backrest forward 컄 page 254 왘 Pull out upper blind fully 왘 Engage it into eyelets on the roof 2 Warning G To help avoid personal injury du...

Page 255: ... reel roller blind 1 Twin reel roller blind 2 Guide rail 왘 Retract the partition net and luggage cover Removing 왘 Fold the backrest forward 컄 page 254 왘 Slide twin reel roller blind 1 to left and remove Installing 왘 Fold the backrest forward 컄 page 254 왘 Place twin reel roller blind 1 into right and left guide rails 2 왘 Slide towards right to the end stop i With the luggage cover rolled up fold th...

Page 256: ...retract and fold rearward head restraints 컄 page 109 Warning G When expanding the luggage compartment always fold the seat cushions fully forward and always use the partition net when trans porting cargo Unless you are transporting cargo the back rests must remain properly locked in the up right position In an accident during hard braking or sud den maneuvers loose items will be thrown around insi...

Page 257: ...until it locks into position If the backrest is not locked into position a red indicator 3 will be visible 왘 Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the backrest i With the twin reel roller blind installed 앫 When folding the backrest forward fold the right section first and then the left section 앫 If only the left section is to be folded first remove the twin reel roller blind 컄 page 25...

Page 258: ...sten them as securely as possible The heaviest portion of the cargo should al ways be kept as low as possible since it in fluences the handling characteristics of the vehicle Warning G If a red indicator is visible with the backrest up then the backrest is not properly locked into position Always lock backrest in its upright position when rear seat bench is occupied or the extended cargo compartme...

Page 259: ... G Always fasten items being carried as secure ly as possible In an accident during hard braking or sud den maneuvers loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle and can cause in jury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle To help avoid personal injury during a colli sion or sudden maneuver exercise care when transporting cargo Never drive vehicle with ...

Page 260: ...n mechanical key in the glove box lock to position 1 Warning G To help avoid personal injury during a colli sion or sudden maneuver exercise care when stowing objects in the vehicle Put lug gage or cargo in the cargo compartment if possible Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs Always use partition net when transporting cargo Partition net cannot secure hard or heavy objects Parc...

Page 261: ...est Closing storage compartment 왘 Press armrest down until it engages into place Opening telephone compartment 왘 Press button 3 on driver s side or button 2 on passenger side and lift armrest Closing telephone compartment 왘 Press armrest down until it engages into place Changing inclination of armrest 1 Handle 왘 Pull up on armrest Lowering armrest 왘 Pull handle 1 to lower armrest ...

Page 262: ...ds on vehicle occupants only use containers that fit into the cup holder Use lids on open containers and do not fill containers to a height where the contents especially hot liquids could spill during braking vehicle maneuvers or in an accident When not in use keep the cup holder closed An open cup holder may cause injury to you or others when contacted during braking vehicle maneuvers or in an ac...

Page 263: ...eling cup holder is turned inward and pushed in Otherwise the swiveling cup holder or the objects could be damaged Warning G In order to help prevent spilling liquids on vehicle occupants only use containers that fit into the cup holder Use lids on open containers and do not fill containers to a height where the contents especially hot liquids could spill during braking vehicle maneuvers or in an ...

Page 264: ...parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell It is for small and light items such as road maps mail etc Ashtrays Center console ashtray 1 Cover plate 2 Sliding button 3 Ashtray insert 왘 Briefly press the bottom of cover plate 1 The cover plate opens automatically Warning G Do not place heavy or fragile objects or ob jects having sharp edges in the parcel net In an accident during hard bra...

Page 265: ...er until it engages 왘 Push down cover plate 1 to close ashtray The cover plate engages Rear seat ashtray 1 Button 2 Ashtray insert 3 Cover 왘 Pull at top of cover 3 Removing ashtray insert 왘 Push button 1 to disengage ashtray insert 2 and remove it Reinstalling ashtray insert 왘 Push the ashtray insert 2 down into the retainer until it engages 왘 Push at top of cover 3 to close ashtray Warning G Remo...

Page 266: ...ical outlet 2 Cover Warning G Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter they are extremely hot Hold the knob only When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch take it with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsuper vised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and or seri...

Page 267: ...t being connected to an external antenna from inside the vehicle while the engine is running Doing so could lead to a malfunc tion of the vehicle s electronic system pos sibly resulting in an accident and or serious personal injury Warning G Please do not forget that your primary re sponsibility is to drive the vehicle A driver s attention to the road must always be his her primary focus when driv...

Page 268: ...GPS coverage is available The speaker volume of a Tele Aid call can be adjusted when using the volume control on the multifunction steering wheel To raise press button æ and to lower press button ç The volume can also be adjusted using the volume knob on your audio system or COMAND head unit 왘 To activate press the SOS button the Roadside Assistance button or the Information button depend ing on t...

Page 269: ...adside Assistance button and the Information button are located below the center armrest cover i The Tele Aid system utilizes the cellular network for communication and the GPS Global Positioning System satel lites for vehicle location If either of these signals are unavailable the Tele Aid system may not function and if this occurs assistance must be sum moned by other means Warning G If the indi...

Page 270: ...onse Center and the occupants of the vehicle will be established automatically soon af ter the emergency call has been initiated The Response Center will attempt to determine more precisely the nature of the emergency provided they can speak to an occupant of the vehicle The Tele Aid system is available if 앫 it has been activated and is operational Activation requires a subscription for monitoring...

Page 271: ...io system is muted When the connection is established the message Call connected appears in the multifunction display The Tele Aid system will transmit data generating the vehicle identification number model color and location subject to availability of cellular and GPS signals A voice connection between the Roadside Assistance dispatcher and the occupants of the vehicle will be established 왘 Desc...

Page 272: ...The message Connecting call will appear in the multifunction display and the audio system is muted i The indicator lamp on the Roadside Assistance button remains illumi nated in red for approximately ten seconds during the system self check after switching on ignition together with the SOS button and the Informa tion button See system self check 컄 page 267 when the indicator lamp does not come on ...

Page 273: ...ith the SOS button and the Roadside Assistance button See system self check 컄 page 267 when the indicator lamp does not come on in red or stays on longer than approximately ten seconds If the indicator lamp on the Information button is flashing continuously and there was no voice connection to the Response Center established then the Tele Aid system could not initiate an Information call e g the r...

Page 274: ...ssistance and Information calls which can also be terminated by pressing button t on the multifunction steering wheel or the respective button for ending a telephone call on the audio system or COMAND head unit i When a Tele Aid call has been initiated the audio system or the COMAND system audio is muted and the selected mode radio or CD pauses The optional cellular phone if installed switches off...

Page 275: ...port 왘 Pass this number on to the Mercedes BenzResponseCenter along with your password issued to you when you subscribed to the service The Response Center will then attempt to covertly contact the vehicle s Tele Aid system Once the vehicle is located the Response Center will contact the local law enforcement and you The vehicle s location will only be provided to law enforcement i The remote door...

Page 276: ... vehicle equipment Warning G Before programming the integrated remote control to a garage door opener or gate operator make sure people and objects are out of the way of the device to prevent po tential harm or damage When programming a garage door opener the door moves up or down When programming a gate operator the gate opens or closes Do not use the integrated remote control with any garage doo...

Page 277: ...two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment i Canada only This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions ...

Page 278: ...f the device you wish to train approximately 2 to 5 in 5 to12 cm away from the surface of the integrated remote control located on the interior rear view mirror keeping the indicator lamp 1 in view Step 4 왘 Using both hands simultaneously press the hand held transmitter button 5 and the desired integrated signal transmitter button 2 3 or 4 Do not release the buttons until completing step 5 The ind...

Page 279: ... button If there is difficulty locating the transmitting button refer to the garage door opener operator s manual Step 9 왘 Press training button on the garage door opener motor head unit The training light is activated You have 30 seconds to initiate the following step Step 10 왘 Firmly press hold for two seconds and release the programmed integrated signal transmitter button 2 3 or 4 Step 11 왘 Pre...

Page 280: ...during programming Similar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are designed to time out in the same manner If you live in Canada or if you are having difficulties programming a gate operator regardless of where you live by using the programming procedures replace step 4 with the following Step 4 왘 Continue to press and hold the integrated signal transmitter button 2 3 or 4 while you press...

Page 281: ... signal transmitter buttons 2 and 4 for approximately 20 seconds until the indicator lamp 1 flashes rapidly Do not hold for longer than 30 seconds The codes of all three channels are erased Reprogramming a single integrated signal transmitter button To program a device using a signal trans mitter button previously trained follow these steps 왘 Press and hold the desired signal transmitter button 2 ...

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Page 283: ...281 Operation The first 1000 miles 1500 km Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care ...

Page 284: ...e than 2 3 of maximum rpm in each gear 앫 Shift gears in a timely manner 앫 Avoid accelerating by kick down 앫 Do not attempt to slow the vehicle down by shifting to a lower gear using the gear selector lever 앫 Select positions 3 2 or 1 only when driving at moderate speeds for hill driving 앫 Select C as the preferred shift program 컄 page 168 for the first 1000 miles 1500 km After 1000 miles 1500 km y...

Page 285: ...ather in stop and go traffic on short trips and in hilly area Drinking and driving Pedals Power assistance Warning G Drinking and driving and or taking drugs and driving are very dangerous combina tions Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes perceptions and judgement The possibility of a serious or even fatal accident are greatly increased when you drink or take drugs and...

Page 286: ...technicians only Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Only install brake pads and brake fluid rec ommended by Mercedes Benz Warning G After driving in heavy rain for some time without applying the brakes or through wa ter deep enough to wet brake components the first braking action may be somewhat reduced and increased pedal pressure may be necessary to obtain expected braking ef fect Mainta...

Page 287: ...es brake pad wear Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brake reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear Set the parking brake whenever park ing or leaving the vehicle In addition move gear selector lever to position P When parking on hills always turn front wheels towards the road curb Warning G Do not park this vehicle in areas where comb...

Page 288: ...mage to your vehicle has occurred you should turn on the hazard warning flash ers carefully slow down and drive with cau tion to an area which is a safe distance from the road Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody for possible damage If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe have it towed to the nearest Mercedes Benz Center or tire dealer for repairs Warning G Although the applicable federal mot...

Page 289: ...th snow or ice Exercise appropriate caution Tire speed rating Regardless of the tire speed rating local speed limits should be obeyed Use prudent driving speeds appropriate to prevailing conditions Warning G If ice has formed on the road tire traction will be substantially reduced Under such weather conditions drive steer and brake with extreme caution Avoid spinning of a drive wheel This may caus...

Page 290: ...roduce the normal braking effect Depressing the brake pedal periodically when traveling at length on salt strewn roads can bring road salt impaired braking efficiency back to normal If the vehicle is parked after being driven on salt treated roads the braking efficiency should be tested as soon as possible after driving is resumed i For information on speed rating for winter tires see Winter tires...

Page 291: ...ough water determine its depth Never accelerate before driving into water The bow wave could force water into the engine and auxiliary equip ment thus damaging them If you must drive through standing wa ter drive slowly to prevent water from entering the passenger compartment or the engine compartment Water in these areas could cause damage to electrical components or wiring of the engine or trans...

Page 292: ...efer to the radio transmitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna Warning G Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle safely Only operate the COMAND Cockpit Management and Data System radio or telephone1 if road weather and traffic conditions permit Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your vehicle is covering...

Page 293: ...stments on the engine should therefore be carried out only by qualified Mercedes Benz Center authorized techni cians Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way Moreover the specified service jobs must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes Benz servicing requirements For details refer to the Maintenance Booklet To prevent damage to the catalytic converters only use premiumunleaded...

Page 294: ...engine in confined areas such as a garage which are not properly ventilated If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving have the cause determined and corrected immediately If you must drive under these conditions drive only with at least one window fully open at all times Warning G 앫 Driving when your engine is badly overheated can cause some fluids which may have le...

Page 295: ... and poisonous It burns violently and can cause serious injury Whenever you are around gasoline avoid inhaling fumes and skin contact extinguish all smoking materials Never allow sparks flame or smoking materials near gasoline Warning G Flexible Fuel Vehicles only identified by a label reading Premium gasoline or E85 only on fuel filler flap Ethanol fuel E85 and its vapors are highly flammable poi...

Page 296: ...te pressure in the system which could cause a gas discharge This could cause the gas to spray back out when removing the fuel pump nozzle which could cause personal injury i Only use premium unleaded gasoline with a minimum Posted Octane Rating of 91 average of 96 RON 86 MON Information on gasoline quality can normally be found on the fuel pump More information on gasoline can be found in the Fact...

Page 297: ...p cleaning system 컄 page 303 Engine oil level For more information on engine oil level see Engine oil 컄 page 298 Vehicle lighting Check function and cleanliness For more information on replacing light bulbs see Replacing bulbs 컄 page 388 Exterior lamp switch 컄 page 116 Tire inflation pressure More information on tire inflation pressure 컄 page 315 i Opening the hood see 컄 page 296 If you find that ...

Page 298: ...eight by gas filled struts Warning G Do not pull the release lever while the vehicle is in motion Otherwise the hood could be forced open by passing air flow To avoid damage to the windshield wipers or hood never open the hood if the wiper arms are folded forward away from the windshield Warning G To help prevent personal injury stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is ru...

Page 299: ...r if the coolant tem perature display indicates that the engine is overheated do not open the hood Move away from vehicle and do not open the hood until the engine has cooled If necessary call the fire department Warning G The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components ignition coils spark plug sockets diagnos tic so...

Page 300: ...ry for at least 30 minutes with the engine turned off To check the engine oil level via the multifunction display do the following 왘 Switch on ignition 컄 page 33 The standard display 컄 page 129 should appear in the multifunction display 왘 Press button k or j on the steering wheel until the following message is seen in the multifunction display One of the following messages will subsequently appear...

Page 301: ...ne oil level Not when engine on 왘 Turn off the engine 왘 If the engine is at operating tempera ture wait five minutes before checking oil 왘 If the engine is not at operating temper ature yet you must wait 30 minutes before checking oil If there is excess engine oil with the engine at normal operating temperature the following message will appear Engine oil level Reduce oil level 왘 Have excess oil s...

Page 302: ... use approved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicles with Maintenance System U S vehicles or FSS Canada vehicles For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet in your vehicle literature portfolio or contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Using engine oils and oil filters of specification other than those expressly requi...

Page 303: ...as required 왘 Replace and tighten cap For more information on coolant see Coolants 컄 page 435 Warning G In order to avoid any possibly serious burns 앫 Use extreme caution when opening the hood if there are any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system or if the coolant temperature gauge indi cates that the coolant is overheated 앫 Do not remove pressure cap on coolant reservoir if c...

Page 304: ...od of time consult an authorized Mercedes Benz Center about steps you need to observe Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of improperly Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal Many states require sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling G Observe all safety instructions and precautions when handling automotive batteries A Risk ...

Page 305: ...d in a suitable container 왘 Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate and water or commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze depending on ambient temperatures Always use washer solvent antifreeze where temperatures may fall below the freezing point Failure to do so could result in damage to the washer system reservoir For more information see Windshield ...

Page 306: ...loaded check tire inflation pressure and correct as required 앫 Do not allow your tires to wear down too far Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread depths under 1 8 in 3 mm 앫 When replacing individual tires you should mount new tires on the front wheels first on vehicles with same sized wheels all around Warning G Replace rims or tires with the same designa tion manufacturer ...

Page 307: ...bove conditions Make sure you also inspect the spare tire periodically for condition and tire inflation pressure Spare tires will age and become worn over time even if never used and thus should be inspected and replaced when necessary Life of tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to 앫 Driving style 앫 Tire inflation pressure 앫 Distance driven W...

Page 308: ...ppears as a solid band across the tread Storing tires Cleaning tires Warning G Although the applicable federal motor safety laws consider a tire to be worn when the treadwear indicators TWI become visible at approximately 1 16 in 1 6 mm we recommend that you do not allow your tires to wear down to that level As tread depth approaches 1 8 in 3 mm the adhesion properties on a wet road are sharply re...

Page 309: ...he proper size and recommended tire inflation pres sures for the original equipment tires on your vehicle 앫 The Certification label also found on the driver s door B pillar tells you about the gross weight capacity of your vehi cle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo The Certification label also tells you about the fr...

Page 310: ...e the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kilograms or XXX lbs on this placard The combined weight of all occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue load if applicable should never exceed the weight referenced in that statement Warning G Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit or vehicle capacity weight as indicated on the placard on...

Page 311: ... the weight listed next to vehicle capacity weight Seating capacity The seating capacity gives you important information on the number of occupants that can be in the vehicle Observe front and rear seating capacity Your vehicle is equipped with either placard Example A or placard Example B located on the driver s door B pillar 컄 page 308 Placard Example A 1 Seating capacity Placard Example B 1 Sea...

Page 312: ...mount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lbs passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x150 650 lbs Step 5 왘 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capac...

Page 313: ...t Combined weight of all occupants Available cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight total load limit or vehicle capacity weight from plac ard minus combined weight of all occupants 1 1500 lbs 5 front 2 rear 3 Occupant 1 150 lbs Occupant 2 180 lbs Occupant 3 160 lbs Occupant 4 140 lbs Occupant 5 120 lbs 750 lbs 1500 lbs 750 lbs 750 lbs 2 1500 lbs 3 front 1 rear 2 Occupant 1 200 lbs Occupant 2 190 ...

Page 314: ...VWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The to tal allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle front or rear To assure that your vehicle does not ex ceed the maximum permissible weight limits GVWR and GAWR for front and rear axle have the loaded vehicle including driver passengers and all cargo and if ap plicable trailer fully loaded weighed on a suitable commercial scale Trailer tongue load T...

Page 315: ... also consult the fuel filler flap for any additional information pertaining to special driving situations For more information see Important notes on tire inflation pressure 컄 page 314 Warning G Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being...

Page 316: ...nal equipment Important notes on tire inflation pressure Tire temperature and tire inflation pressure are also increased while driving depending on the driving speed and the tire load If you will be driving your vehicle at high speeds of 100 mph 160 km h or higher where it is legal and conditions allow consult the placard on the inside of the fuel filler flap on how to adjust the cold tire inflati...

Page 317: ...east once a month Check and adjust the tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold The tires can be considered cold if the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or driven less than one mile 1 6 km If you check the tire inflation pressure when the tires are warm the vehicle has been driven for several miles or sitting less than three hours the reading will be approximately 4 psi 0 3 ...

Page 318: ...B pillar The tire inflation pressures are not listed in the owner s manual Warning G Follow recommended tire inflation pres sures Do not overinflate tires Overinflating tires can result in sudden deflation blowout be cause they are more likely to become punc tured or damaged by road debris potholes etc Do not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel e...

Page 319: ...TIN 컄 page 322 3 Maximum tire load 컄 page 323 4 Maximum tire inflation pressure 컄 page 324 5 Manufacturer 6 Tire ply material 컄 page 327 7 Tire size designation load and speed rating 컄 page 318 8 Load identification 컄 page 321 9 Tire name Warning G Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Do not overinflate tires Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort wear unevenly in...

Page 320: ...compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tire width The tire width 1 컄 page 318 indicates the nominal tire width in mm Aspect ratio The aspect ratio 2 컄 page 318 is the dimensional relationship between tire section height and section width and is expressed in percentage The aspect ratio is arrived at by dividing section height by section width Tire code The tire code 3 컄 page 318 i...

Page 321: ...ee Load identification 컄 page 321 Warning G The tire load rating must always be at least half of the GAWR 컄 page 328 of your vehi cle Otherwise tire failure may be the result which may cause an accident and or seri ous personal injury to you or others Always replace rims and tires with the same designation manufacturer and type as shown on the original part Warning G Do not overload the tires by e...

Page 322: ... page 318 is given the tire manufacturer must be consulted for the maximum speed capability Warning G Even when permitted by law never operate a vehicle at speeds greater than the maximum speed rating of the tires Exceeding the maximum speed for which tires are rated can lead to sudden tire failure causing loss of vehicle control and possibly resulting in an accident and or personal injury and pos...

Page 323: ...laced in parenthesis Example 275 40 ZR 18 99Y The Y speed rating in paren thesis designates the maximum speed capability of the tire as being above 186 mph 300 km h Consult the tire manufacturer for the actual maximum permissible speed of the tire All season and winter tires Load identification 1 Load identification Index Speed rating Q M S up to 100 mph 160 km h T M S up to 118 mph 190 km h H M S...

Page 324: ... U S tire regulations require each new tire manufacturer or tire retreader to mold a TIN into or onto a sidewall of each tire produced The TIN is a unique identifier which facili tates efforts by tire manufactures to notify purchasers in recall situations or other safety matters concerning tires and gives purchasers the means to easily identify such tires The TIN is comprised of Manufacturer s ide...

Page 325: ...ode The code 4 컄 page 322 may at the option of the manufacturer be used as a descriptive code for identifying significant characteristics of the tire Date of manufacture The date of manufacture 5 컄 page 322 identifies the week and year of manufac ture The first two figures identify the week starting with 01 to represent the first full week of the calendar year The second two figures represent the ...

Page 326: ...rheat them possibly causing a blowout Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems or brake failure i For illustration purposes only Actual data on tires is specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration Warning G Never exceed the max tire inflation pressure Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated ti...

Page 327: ...The treadwear grade is a comparative rat ing based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For ex ample a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantl...

Page 328: ...e tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and ex cessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Mo tor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning G The traction grade assigned...

Page 329: ...ire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascal kPa or bars Aspect ratio Dimensional relationship between tire section height and section width expressed in percentage Bar Another metric unit for air pressure There are 14 5038 pounds per square inch psi to 1 bar there are 100 kilopascals kPa to 1 bar Bead The tire bead cont...

Page 330: ...d cargo and if applicable trailer tongue load The GWV must never exceed the GWVR indicated on the certification label located on the driver s door B pillar GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating This is the maximum permissible vehicle weight of the fully loaded vehicle weight of the vehicle including all options passen gers fuel and cargo and if applicable trailer tongue load It is indicated on certific...

Page 331: ...r s door B pillar for normal driving conditions Provides best handling tread life and riding comfort Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead TIN Tire Identification Number Unique identifier which facilitates efforts by tire manufacturers to notify purchasers in recall situations or...

Page 332: ...mm of tread remains Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire Vehicle capacity weight Rated cargo and luggage load plus 68 kilograms 150 lbs times the vehicle...

Page 333: ...6000 miles 5000 to 10000 km or sooner if neces sary according to the degree of tire wear The same rotation spinning direction must be maintained 컄 page 307 Rotate tires before the characteristic tire wear pattern becomes visible shoulder wear on front tires and tread center wear on rear tires Thoroughly clean the mounting face of wheels and brake disks i e the inner side of the wheels tires during...

Page 334: ...ditions prevail Use of winter tires is the only way to achieve the maximum effectiveness of the ABS ESP and 4MATIC in winter operation For safe handling make sure that all mounted winter tires are of the same make and have the same tread design Always observe the speed rating of the winter tires installed on your vehicle If the maximum speed for which your tires are rated is below the speed rating...

Page 335: ...mbinations 앫 Snow chains should only be used on the rear wheels Follow the manufac turer s mounting instructions 앫 Only use snow chains that are approved by Mercedes Benz Your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject 앫 Use of snow chains may be prohibited depending on location Always check local and state laws before installing snow chains i When driving with snow...

Page 336: ... your next maintenance service is due Starting approximately one month before your next maintenance service is due one of the following messages will appear in the multifunction display while you are driving or when you switch on the ignition example service A Service A in XX Days Service A in XX Miles Km A Service due now The type of maintenance service due is indicated in the multifunction displ...

Page 337: ...ignal sounds when the message appears Any authorized Mercedes Benz Center will reset the maintenance service indicator following a completed maintenance service Calling up the maintenance service indicator 왘 Switch on ignition 컄 page 33 The standard display of the control system appears 컄 page 129 왘 Press button k or j on the multifunction steering wheel until the maintenance service indicator wit...

Page 338: ...ce indicator in the maintenance relevant information for your vehicle Such information is available from either your authorized Mercedes Benz Center or directly from Mercedes Benz i If the maintenance service indicator was inadvertently reset have an authorized Mercedes Benz Center correct it Only reset if the proper maintenance service has been performed Resetting the system without performing th...

Page 339: ...ing winter operation You should check your vehicle from time to time for stone chipping or other damage Any damage should be repaired as soon as possible to prevent corrosion In doing so do not neglect the underbody of the vehicle A prerequisite for a thor ough check is a washing of the underbody followed by a thorough inspection Dam aged areas need to be re undercoated Your vehicle has been treat...

Page 340: ...g instructions Tar stains Quickly remove tar stains before they dry and become more difficult to remove A tar remover is recommended Paintwork painted body components Mercedes Benz approved Paint Care should be applied when water drops on the paint surface do not bead up normally every three to five months depending on climate and washing detergent used Mercedes Benz approved Paint Cleaner should ...

Page 341: ...ion intake Use plenty of water and rinse the sponge and chamois frequently Rinse with clear water and thoroughly dry with a chamois Do not allow cleaning agents to dry on the finish Due to the width of the vehicle fold in exterior rear view mirrors prior to running the vehicle through an automatic car wash to prevent damage to the mirrors In the winter thoroughly remove all traces of road salt as ...

Page 342: ...arning G For safety reasons switch off wipers and remove SmartKey from starter switch before cleaning the wiper blades Other wise the wiper motor could suddenly turn on and cause injury Fold the windshield wiper arms back onto the windshield before turning the SmartKey in the starter switch Hold on to the wiper when folding the wiper arm back If released the force of the impact from the tensioning...

Page 343: ... must not be treated with chemical cleaning agents Only use clear lukewarm water and soap Do not dry the webbing at temperatures above 176 F 80 C or in direct sunlight Upholstery Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the tendency to give off coloring e g when wet etc may cause the upholstery to become permanently dis colored By lining the seats with a proper intermediate cove...

Page 344: ...our Mercedes Benz approved Interior Care onto soft lint free cloth and apply with light pressure Plastic and rubber parts Do not use oil or wax on these parts Wood trims Dampen cloth using water and use damp cloth to clean wood trims in your vehicle Do not use solvents like tar remover or wheel cleaner nor polishes or waxes as these may be abrasive ...

Page 345: ...What to do if Where will I find Unlocking locking in an emergency Opening closing in an emergency Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Battery Jump starting Towing the vehicle Fuses ...

Page 346: ... ABS control unit is malfunctioning other systems such as the navigation system or the automatic transmission may also be malfunctioning 왘 Continue driving with added caution Wheels may lock during hard braking reducing steering capability 왘 Read and observe messages in the display 컄 page 352 왘 Have the system checked at an autho rized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow the...

Page 347: ...thorized Mercedes Benz Center Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem Warning G Driving with the brake warning lamp illumi nated can result in an accident Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on Don t add brake fluid before checking the brake system Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and ...

Page 348: ...alfunctions may result in excessive emissions values and may switch the engine to its limp home emergency operation mode 왘 Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center An on board diagnostic connector is used by the service station to link the vehicle to the shop diagnostics system It allows the accurate identifi cation of system malfunctions through the reado...

Page 349: ...l cap may not be closed properly or the fuel system may be leaky 왘 Check the fuel cap 컄 page 293 If it is not closed properly 왘 Close the fuel cap If it is closed properly 왘 Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Your fuel tank is empty 왘 After refuelling start turn off and restart the engine three or four times in succession The limp home mode is canceled You do not ne...

Page 350: ... the system checked at an autho rized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while driving The ESP or traction control has come into operation because of detected traction loss in at least one tire 왘 When driving off apply as little throttle as possible 왘 While driving ease up on the accelerator 왘 Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road and weather...

Page 351: ...e engine is started 왘 Fasten the driver s seat belt The telltale goes out 1 The red SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving There is a malfunction in the restraint systems The air bags or emergency tensioning devices ETDs could deploy unexpectedly or fail to deploy in an accident 왘 Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center Warning G In the event a malfunction of the...

Page 352: ...ssenger seat The system is malfunctioning 왘 Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center 왘 Also note any messages in the multifunction display and follow corrective steps 컄 page 354 Warning G If the 56 indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with the weight of a typical adult or someone larger than a small individual on the front passenger seat do no...

Page 353: ...jects applying supplemental weight onto the seat are present 왘 If the front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp remains out have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired 왘 Also note any messages in the multifunction display and follow corrective steps 컄 page 354 Warnin...

Page 354: ...er messages of high priority and messages of less immediate priority can be cleared from the multifunction display using the reset button 컄 page 125 or button j k ÿ or è on the steering wheel They are then stored in the vehicle status message memory 컄 page 138 Remember that clearing a message will only make the message dis appear Clearing a message will not cor rect the condition that caused the m...

Page 355: ...es are divided into two sections 앫 Text messages 컄 page 354 앫 Symbol messages 컄 page 362 i Switching on the ignition causes all instrument cluster lamps except low beam headlamp indicator lamp high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated as well as the multifunction display to come on Make sure the lamps and multifunction display are in working order before st...

Page 356: ...cts on the seat or forces acting on the seat may make the system sense supplemental weight Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as possible and check the following 왘 Make sure that there is nothing between seat cushion and child seat and check installation of the child seat 왘 Make sure that no objects applying supple mental weight onto the seat are present The system may recognize such supp...

Page 357: ...tivated See Operator s Manual to appear If the message Front pass airbag activated See Operator s Manual remains on in the multifunction display and or the 56 indicator lamp remains out even after performing the above corrective steps have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Warning G If the message Front pass airbag activated See Operator s Manual remains ...

Page 358: ... as soon as possible and check the following 왘 Do not lean on armrests or lift yourself up using handle over the door This may make the system sense that an occupant of a lesser weight than actually present is on the front passenger seat 왘 Re position yourself 왘 Sit properly belted in a nearly upright position with your back against the seat backrest If performing any of the above corrective steps...

Page 359: ...unction display and or the 56 indicator lamp remains on even after performing the above corrective steps have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Do not have any passenger use the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired Warning G If the message Front pass airbag deactivated See Operator s Manual remains on in the multifunction display and or...

Page 360: ... during hard braking reducing steering capability 왘 Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident Display malfunction Visit workshop The ABS or the ABS display is malfunctioning 왘 Continue driving with added caution Wheels may lock during hard braking reducing steering capability 왘 Have the s...

Page 361: ...n the voltage is above this value again the BAS is operational again malfunction Visit workshop The BAS has detected a malfunction and switched off 왘 Continue driving with added caution 왘 Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident Display malfunction Visit workshop The BAS or the BAS displ...

Page 362: ...ashes while driving and this message appears the electronic traction system has switched off to prevent overheating of the drive wheel brakes As soon as the brakes have cooled off the electronic traction system switches on again The self diagnosis has not been completed yet The brake system is still functioning normally but without the ESP available The display will clear after driving a short dis...

Page 363: ...tion 왘 Visit an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident SRS Restraint system malfunction Drive to workshop The system is malfunctioning 왘 Drive with added caution to the near est authorized Mercedes Benz Center Warning G In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above the SRS may not be operatio...

Page 364: ...belt If it is broken 왘 Do not continue to drive Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage to the engine Notify an authorized Mercedes Benz Center If it is intact 왘 Drive immediately to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center Low voltage Charge battery The battery has insufficient voltage 왘 Start the engine 컄 page 46 Low voltage Switch off co...

Page 365: ... authorized Mercedes Benz Center Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem Warning G Driving with this message displayed can result in an accident Have your brake system checked immediately Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire You can be ser...

Page 366: ...ning G Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may burn if it comes into contact with hot engine parts You can be seriously burned Do not ignore the low engine coolant level warning Extended driving with the message and symbol displayed may cause serious engine damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Do not drive without sufficient amo...

Page 367: ... Driving when your engine is badly over heated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be seriously burned Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns and can occur just by opening the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Turn off the engine get out of the vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle...

Page 368: ... an authorized Mercedes Benz Center If it is intact 왘 Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty 왘 Observe the coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster 컄 page 24 왘 Drive immediately to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center Coolant Visit workshop The coolin...

Page 369: ...on as possible The displays for several systems have malfunctioned Some systems them selves may also have malfunctioned 왘 Have the electronic systems checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Display malfunction Visit workshop Certain electronic systems are unable to relay information to the control system The following systems may have failed 앫 Coolant temperature display 앫 Tachometer 앫 Cruis...

Page 370: ...no oil in the engine There is a danger of engine damage 왘 Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt as soon as possible 왘 Turn off the engine 왘 Add engine oil 컄 page 300 and check the engine oil level 컄 page 298 Engine oil level Reduce oil level You have added too much engine oil There is a risk of damaging the engine or the catalytic converter 왘 Have oil siphoned or drained off Observe all legal requ...

Page 371: ...n approved oil specified in the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet Display symbol Display message Possible cause Suggested solution Engine oil level Visit workshop The engine oil has dropped to a critical level 왘 Check the engine oil level 컄 page 298 and add oil as required 컄 page 300 왘 If you must add engine oil frequently have the engine checked for possible leaks Oil sensor malfunction ...

Page 372: ... be leaky 왘 Check the fuel cap 컄 page 293 If it is not closed properly 왘 Close the fuel cap If it is closed properly 왘 Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Y Hood open You are driving with the hood open 왘 Close the hood 컄 page 296 I Remove key You have forgotten to remove the SmartKey 왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch Replace key Drive to workshop No addit...

Page 373: ... possible Brake lamp left The left brake lamp is malfunctioning 왘 Replace the bulb as soon as possible Brake lamp right The right brake lamp is malfunctioning 왘 Replace the bulb as soon as possible Display malfunction Visit workshop The display for the lamps or the system is malfunctioning 왘 Visit an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Front foglamp left The left front fog lamp is ...

Page 374: ... License plate lamp right The right license plate lamp is malfunctioning 왘 Replace the bulb as soon as possible Light sensor Drive to workshop The lamp sensor is malfunctioning The headlamps switch on automatically 왘 In the control system set lamp operation to manual 컄 page 150 왘 Switch on the headlamps using the exterior lamp switch 컄 page 116 왘 Visit an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as...

Page 375: ...rking lamp is malfunctioning 왘 Replace the bulb as soon as possible Rear fog lamp Substitute bulb on The rear fog lamp is malfunctioning A substitute bulb is being used 왘 Replace the bulb as soon as possible Switch off lights Headlamps have been turned on with the driver s door opened and the SmartKey removed from the starter switch 왘 Switch off the headlamps Taillamp left Substitute bulb on The l...

Page 376: ...emitting diodes have stopped working 왘 Visit an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Turn signal right mirror The right turn signal in the side mirror is malfunctioning This message will only appear if all light emitting diodes have stopped working 왘 Visit an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Turn signal left rear Substitute bulb on The left rear turn signal lamp i...

Page 377: ...gear oil level is too low There is a danger of steering gear damage 왘 Have the system checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Warning G If the level of steering gear oil in reservoir is too low the steering power assistance could fail Much greater effort will then be needed to turn the steering wheel Do not add steering oil without checking the steering system Do not drive the vehicle Have t...

Page 378: ...ding sunroof open 왘 Close the tilt sliding sunroof 컄 page 243 L Tele Aid malfunction Drive to workshop One or more main functions of the Tele Aid system are malfunctioning 왘 Have the Tele Aid system checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center t Function unavailable This display appears if button t or s on the multifunction steering wheel is pressed and the vehicle is not equipped with a telephon...

Page 379: ...nd the left trim panel 왘 Press button 1 왘 Fold down panel 2 왘 Remove first aid kit 3 Vehicle tool kit The vehicle tool kit is located in the storage compartment behind the left trim panel 왘 Press button 1 왘 Fold down panel 2 i Check expiration dates and contents for completeness at least once a year and replace missing expired items ...

Page 380: ... take up brackets built into both sides of the vehicle To help avoid personal injury use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack Keep hands and feet away from the area under the lifted vehicle Always firmly set parking brake and block wheels before raising vehicle with jack Do not disengage parking brake while the vehi...

Page 381: ...d 앫 The handle must be folded in storage position Setting up the collapsible wheel chock The collapsible wheel chock serves to additionally secure the vehicle e g while changing the wheel 1 Tilt the plates upward 2 Fold the lower plate outward 3 Insert the plate 왘 Tilt both plates upward 1 왘 Fold the lower plate outward 2 왘 Guide the tabs of the lower plate all the way into the openings of the bas...

Page 382: ...ckwise 왘 Remove Minispare wheel 3 Storing the Minispare wheel 왘 Store Minispare wheel 3 in the storage compartment underneath the cargo compartment floor 왘 Fasten retaining screw 2 by turning it clockwise 왘 Reinstall storage box 1 Warning G The dimensions of the Minispare wheel are different from those of the road wheels As a result the vehicle handling characteristics change when driving with a M...

Page 383: ...nispare wheel mounted For more information see Rims and Tires 컄 page 423 Minispare wheel bolts 1 Wheel bolt for light alloy rims 2 Wheel bolt for Minispare wheel or other steel rims located in vehicle tool kit Wheel bolts 2 must be used when mounting the Minispare wheel or other steel rims The use of any wheel bolts other than wheel bolts 2 for the Minispare wheel or other steel rims will physical...

Page 384: ...driver s door 1 Unlocking 왘 Insert the mechanical key into the driver s door lock until it stops 왘 Turn the mechanical key counterclock wise to position 1 The driver s door is unlocked Unlocking and opening the tailgate A minimum height clearance of 6 40 ft 1 95 m is required to open the tailgate The emergency release is located on the inside of the tailgate 1 Release lever 2 Cover i Unlocking the...

Page 385: ...ssenger doors have moved down 왘 If necessary push them down manually Except for the driver s door the vehicle should now be locked 1 Locking 왘 Insert the mechanical key into the driver s door lock until it stops 왘 Turn the mechanical key clockwise to position 1 The driver s door is locked Always make sure there is sufficient overhead clearance i If the vehicle has previously been locked from the o...

Page 386: ...lector lever In the case of power failure the transmis sion gear selector lever can be manually unlocked e g to tow the vehicle 왘 Slide out the swiveling cup holder 컄 page 260 1 Tool 왘 Insert a tool 1 e g flat blade screwdriver into the opening 왘 Perform the following two steps simultaneously 왘 Press tool 1 forward in the direction of arrow 왘 Move gear selector lever from position P 왘 Remove tool ...

Page 387: ... flat blade screwdriver 왘 Slide both locking tabs 2 in direction of the arrows 왘 Lower the rear of the cover and remove 왘 Remove the cover 왘 Take the crank 3 out of the Operator s Manual pouch 왘 Insert crank 3 through hole on the left side 왘 Turn crank 3 clockwise to 앫 slide sunroof closed 앫 raise sunroof at the rear 왘 Turn crank 3 counterclockwise to 앫 slide sunroof open 앫 lower sunroof at the re...

Page 388: ...nment if disposed of improperly Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal Many states require sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling Warning G Keep the batteries out of reach of children If a battery is swallowed seek medical help immediately i When inserting the batteries make sure they are clean and free of lint i When replacing batteries always replace both ...

Page 389: ...ng and push grey slide Battery compartment 2 is unlatched 왘 Pull battery compartment 2 out of the housing in direction of arrow 왘 Remove the batteries 3 Battery 4 Contact spring 왘 Using a lint free cloth insert new batteries 3 under contact spring 4 with the plus side facing up 왘 Return battery compartment 2 into housing until it locks into place 왘 Slide mechanical key 1 back into the SmartKey 왘 C...

Page 390: ...Have headlamps checked and readjusted at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced See an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for headlamp adjustment Bulbs i If the headlamps or front fog lamps are fogged up on the inside as a result of high humidity driving the vehicle a distance with the lights on should clear up the fogging i Substitute bulbs will be brought into use when lamps malfunctio...

Page 391: ...place the Xenon bulbs yourself See an authorized Mercedes Benz Center H7 55 W D2S 35 W Lamp Type 4 Halogen headlamp High beam high beam flasher Bi Xenon headlamp High beam flasher H7 55 W H7 55 W Parking and standing lamp W 5 W 5 Front fog lamp HB4 51 W Front fog lamp with cornering fog lamp H7 55 W 6 Side marker lamp W 5 W Lamp Type 7 High mounted brake lamp LED 8 Brake lamp P 21 W 9 Turn signal ...

Page 392: ...authorized Mercedes Benz Center 앫 Additional turn signals in the exterior rear view mirrors 앫 High mounted brake lamp 앫 Xenon lamps 앫 Front fog lamps Warning G Bulbs and bulb sockets can be very hot Allow the lamp to cool down before changing a bulb Keep bulbs out of reach of children Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas A bulb can explode if you 앫 touch or move it when hot 앫 drop the bulb 앫 scra...

Page 393: ...and standing lamp 3 Bulb socket for turn signal lamp bulb 4 Bulb socket for low beam bulb 5 Bulb socket for high beam bulb 6 Bulb socket for parking and standing lamp bulb Low beam bulb 왘 Press the clamp on housing cover 1 and remove it 왘 Pull the electrical connector off 왘 Turn bulb socket 4 counterclockwise and take out the bulb 왘 Insert the new bulb so that its socket locates in the recess of t...

Page 394: ... it engages Front turn signal lamp bulb 왘 Turn bulb socket 3 with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it 왘 Press gently onto the bulb and turn it counterclockwise out of bulb socket 3 왘 Press new bulb gently into bulb socket 3 and turn clockwise until it engages 왘 Place bulb socket 3 back into the lamp and turn it clockwise Parking and standing lamp bulb 왘 Press the clamp on housing cover 2 and r...

Page 395: ...ll the electrical connector off 왘 Turn bulb socket 4 counterclockwise and take out the bulb 왘 Insert the new bulb so that its socket locates in the recess of the lamp housing 왘 Turn bulb socket 4 clockwise until it engages 왘 Plug the electrical connector onto the bulb 왘 Align housing cover 2 and press until it engages Warning G Do not remove the cover 1 for the Bi Xenon headlamp Because of high vo...

Page 396: ...move it 왘 Pull out bulb socket 5 with the bulb 왘 Pull the bulb out of bulb socket 5 왘 Press the new bulb into bulb socket 5 왘 Press bulb socket 5 back into the lamp 왘 Align housing cover 2 and press until it engages Side marker lamp 왘 Carefully slide the lamp towards the rear in direction of arrows 왘 Remove the front end first 왘 Turn the bulb socket with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it 왘 P...

Page 397: ... a rear lamp do the following first 왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M 컄 page 116 왘 Open the tailgate 컄 page 101 Tail lamp unit 1 Latch 2 Trim panel 왘 Press latch 1 on the corresponding side 왘 Fold down trim panel 2 3 Tab 왘 Press tabs 3 together in direction of arrows and remove the bulb carrier ...

Page 398: ...y onto the respective bulb and turn counterclockwise out of its bulb socket 왘 Press the new bulb gently into its bulb socket and turn clockwise until it engages 왘 Reinstall the bulb carrier Let tabs 3 engage 왘 Reinstall trim panel 2 Let latch 1 engage License plate lamp 1 Screw 왘 Loosen both screws 1 왘 Remove the license plate lamp 왘 Replace the bulb 왘 Reinstall the license plate lamp 왘 Retighten ...

Page 399: ...m back Warning G For safety reasons switch off wipers and remove SmartKey from starter switch before replacing a wiper blade Otherwise the wiper motor could suddenly turn on and cause injury Never open the hood when the wiper arms are folded forward Hold on to the wiper when folding the wiper arm back If released the force of the impact from the tensioning spring could crack the windshield Do not ...

Page 400: ... jack out of the storage compartment behind the left trim panel 컄 page 377 왘 Take the Minispare wheel out of the storage compartment underneath the cargo compartment floor 컄 page 380 Warning G The dimensions of the Minispare wheel are different from those of the road wheels As a result the vehicle handling characteristics change when driving with a Minispare wheel mounted Adapt your driving style ...

Page 401: ...y one full turn with wrench Warning G The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take up brackets built into both sides of the vehicle To help avoid personal injury use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack Keep hands and feet away from the area under the lifted vehicle Always firmly set ...

Page 402: ... 3 cm from the ground Never start engine while vehicle is raised Removing the wheel 1 Alignment bolt 왘 Unscrew upper most wheel bolt and remove 왘 Replace this wheel bolt with alignment bolt 1 supplied in the tool kit 왘 Remove the remaining bolts 왘 Remove the wheel Warning G The jack is intended only for lifting the vehicle briefly for wheel changes It is not suited for performing maintenance work ...

Page 403: ...wheel bolts 2 for the Minispare wheel or other steel rims will physically damage the vehicle s brakes To avoid paint damage place wheel flat against hub and hold it there while installing first wheel bolt Warning G Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or rusted Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately Do not continue to drive under th...

Page 404: ...g torque of 80 lb ft 110 Nm Before storing the jack it should be fully collapsed with handle folded in storage position 컄 page 378 왘 Store the jack and the other vehicle tools in the storage compartment be hind the left trim panel 컄 page 378 Warning G Only use genuine equipment Mercedes Benz wheel bolts Other wheel bolts may come loose Do not tighten the wheel bolts when the vehicle is raised Othe...

Page 405: ...mediately flush affected area with water and seek medical help if necessary A battery will also produce hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive Keep flames or sparks away from battery avoid improper connection of jumper cables smoking etc Never loosen or detach battery termi nal clamps while the engine is running or the SmartKey is in the starter switch Otherwise the alternator and other ele...

Page 406: ...crew nuts securing the battery 왘 Remove the battery bracket 왘 Take out the battery Charging and reinstalling the battery 왘 Charge battery in accordance with the instructions of the battery charger manufacturer 왘 Reinstall the charged battery Follow the previously described steps in reverse order Warning G With a disconnected battery 앫 you will no longer be able to turn the SmartKey in the starter ...

Page 407: ...contain lead Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal Many states require sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling NEVER invert the terminal connections The battery its filler caps and the vent tube must always be securely installed when the vehicle is in operation i The following procedures must be carried out following any interruption of battery power e g due...

Page 408: ...n over batteries while connecting or jump starting you might get injured Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes skin or clothing In case it does immediately flush affected area with water and seek medical help if necessary A battery will also produce hydrogen gas which is flammable and very explosive Keep flames or sparks away from battery avoid i...

Page 409: ...per cables Clamp cable to charged battery 1 first 왘 Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery and run at idle speed 왘 Connect negative terminal 4 of the charged battery with negative under hood terminal 3 in front of the discharged battery with the jumper cables Clamp cable to charged battery 4 first 왘 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle You can now again turn on the electrical con...

Page 410: ...y its chassis or suspension parts Switch off the tow away alarm 컄 page 93 and deactivate the auto matic central locking 컄 page 153 Do not tow start the vehicle Vehicles with 4MATIC Do not tow with one axle raised Doing so could damage the transfer case which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty All wheels must be on or off the ground Observe instructions for towing the vehicle with...

Page 411: ... electrical system as that will be necessary to adequately control the towed vehicle Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground make sure the SmartKey is in starter switch position 2 If the SmartKey is left in starter switch position 0 for an extended period of time it can no longer be turned in the switch In this case the steering is locked To unlock remove SmartKey from starter sw...

Page 412: ... as well as the right rear wheel are turning at vehicle speeds of approx 9 mph 15 km h or more Switch off the tow away alarm 컄 page 93 To prevent the vehicle doors from locking deactivate the automatic central locking 컄 page 153 Towing of the vehicle should only be done using the properly installed towing eye bolt Never attach tow cable tow rope or tow rod to vehicle chassis frame or suspension pa...

Page 413: ...over 왘 Press mark on cover 1 or 2 in direction of arrows 왘 Lift cover off to reveal threaded hole for towing eye bolt The towing eye bolt is supplied with the tool kit located behind the left hand trim panel in cargo compartment 왘 Screw towing eye bolt in to its stop and tighten with lug wrench Reinstalling cover 왘 Fit cover 1 or 2 and snap into place ...

Page 414: ...box in passenger compartment 컄 page 413 앫 Fuse box in engine compartment 컄 page 414 앫 Fuse box in cargo compartment 컄 page 415 Warning G Only use fuses approved for Mercedes Benz with the specified amperage for the system in question Otherwise a short circuit could result and cause a fire Only install fuses that have been tested and approved by Mercedes Benz and that have the specified amperage ra...

Page 415: ...ctor The fuse extractor is found in the vehicle tool kit in the cargo compartment 컄 page 415 Main fuse box in passenger compartment The main fuse box is located in the passen ger compartment on the driver s side of the cockpit 1 Main fuse box cover Opening fuse box 왘 Open the driver s door 왘 Pull fuse box cover 1 open with a screw driver or similar tool see arrow 왘 Remove fuse box cover 1 rearward...

Page 416: ... 1 왘 Slide out retainer 3 and remove cover 1 by pulling towards front Opening fuse box 4 Fuse box cover 5 Clamps 왘 With a dry cloth remove any moisture from the fuse box 왘 Release clamps 5 왘 Remove fuse box cover 4 Closing fuse box 왘 Make sure that the sealing rubber is properly positioned 왘 Press fuse box cover 4 down and secure with clamps 5 Installing cover 왘 Insert cover 1 sideways into retain...

Page 417: ...e box is located in the cargo compartment behind the left hand trim panel 1 Button for unlocking trim panel 2 Trim panel Opening trim panel 왘 Press button 1 왘 Fold down trim panel 2 3 Fuse extractor 4 Fuse box 5 Spare fuses Closing trim panel 왘 Fold up trim panel 2 ...

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Page 419: ...417 Technical data Parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly V belt drive Engine Rims and Tires Electrical system Main Dimensions Weights Fuels coolants lubricants etc ...

Page 420: ... More than 300000 different parts for Mercedes Benz models are available Genuine Mercedes Benz parts are subjected to stringent quality inspections Each part has been specifically developed manufactured or selected for and adapted to Mercedes Benz vehicles Therefore genuine Mercedes Benz parts should be installed The use of non genuine Mercedes Benz parts and accessories not authorized by Mercedes...

Page 421: ...arranties 앫 New Vehicle Limited Warranty 앫 Emission System Warranty 앫 Emission Performance Warranty 앫 California Maine Massachusetts and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes Benz Parts and Accessories warranties copies of which are available at any Mercedes Benz Center Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet Should you los...

Page 422: ...Number VIN 3 Emission control information label includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission standards 4 Engine number engraved on engine 5 VIN visible lower edge of windshield 6 Vacuum line routing diagram label i When ordering parts please specify vehicle identification and engine numbers ...

Page 423: ... Layout of poly V belt drive 왔 Layout of poly V belt drive C 240 all models 1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Power steering pump 3 Air conditioning compressor 4 Crankshaft 5 Coolant pump 6 Generator alternator 7 Idler pulley ...

Page 424: ...f operation 4 stroke engine gasoline injection No of cylinders 6 Bore 3 54 in 89 90 mm Stroke 2 68 in 68 20 mm Total piston displacement 158 5 cu in 2597 cm3 Compression ratio 10 5 1 Output acc to SAE J 1349 168 hp 5500 rpm2 125 kW 5500 rpm 2 Premium fuel required Performance may vary with fuel octane rating Maximum torque acc to SAE J 1349 177 lb ft 4500 rpm 240 Nm 4500 rpm Maximum engine speed 6...

Page 425: ...dy or axle parts Damage to the tires or the vehicle may be the result i Further information on tires and rims is available at any authorized Mercedes Benz Center A placard with the recommended tire inflation pressures is located on the driver s door B pillar Some vehicles may have supplemental tire inflation pressure information for driving at high speeds 컄 page 314 or for vehicle loads less than ...

Page 426: ...ires Same size tires Model C 240 all models Rims light alloy 7 J x16 H2 Wheel offset 1 22 in 31 mm All season tires radial ply tires 205 55 R16 91H M S Summer tires radial ply tires Winter tires radial ply tires 205 55 R16 91H M S ...

Page 427: ...425 Technical data Rims and Tires Minispare wheel Model C 240 all models Rim steel 3 5 B x16 H2 Wheel offset 0 67 in 17 mm Tire T 125 90 R16 98M1 1 Must not be used with snow chains ...

Page 428: ...ical system Model C 240 all models Generator alternator 14 V 120 A Starter motor 12 V 1 7 kW Battery 12 V 100 Ah Spark plugs Bosch F 8 DPP 332 NGK PFR 5 R 11 Electrode gap 0 039 in 1 0 mm Tightening torque 15 22 lb ft 20 30 Nm ...

Page 429: ... Main Dimensions Model C 240 all models Overall vehicle length 179 0 in 4546 mm Overall vehicle width 68 0 in 1728 mm Overall vehicle height 57 8 in 1467 mm Wheelbase 106 9 in 2715 mm Track front 59 3 in 1505 mm Track rear 58 1 in 1476 mm ...

Page 430: ...428 Technical data Weights Roof load max 220 lb 100 kg ...

Page 431: ... 7 9 US qt 7 5 l 7 4 US qt 7 0 l Approved engine oils Automatic transmission 8 5 US qt 8 0 l MB Automatic Transmission Fluid Rear axle 1 2 US qt 1 1 l Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90 Front axle C 240 4MATIC 0 5 US qt 0 46 l Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90 Transfer case C 240 4MATIC approx 0 62 US qt 0 59 l MB Transfer case fluid Power steering approx 1 1 US qt 1 0 l MB Power Steering Fluid Pentosin CHF 11...

Page 432: ...flap Alternative fuel Ethanol fuel E85 Air conditioning system R 134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant oil never R 12 Windshield washer 3 2 US qt 3 0 l MB Windshield Washer Concentrate1 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system 6 4 US qt 6 0 l 1 Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and water for temperatures above freezing point or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and commercially av...

Page 433: ...ehicles recommendations for scheduled oil changes Failure to do so will result in engine damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Engine oil additives Do not blend oil additives with engine oil They may damage the engine Damage or malfunctions resulting from blending oil additives are not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Air conditioning refrigerant R 134a HFC refriger...

Page 434: ...l requirements such as resistance to spark knock boiling range vapor pressure etc To maintain the engine s durability and performance premium unleaded gaso line must be used If premium unleaded is not available and low octane fuel is used follow these precautions 앫 Have the fuel tank only partially filled with unleaded regular and fill up with premium unleaded as soon as possible 앫 Avoid full thro...

Page 435: ... not blend any specific fuel additives with fuel This only results in unnecessary cost and may be harmful to engine operation Damage or malfunction resulting from poor fuel quality or from blending additional fuel additives other than those tested and approved by us for use on Mercedes Benz vehicles listed in the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet are not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limit...

Page 436: ...y improve the engine behavior Cold weather performance It is possible that starting times will signif icantly increase at temperatures below 32 F 0 C At low temperatures the use of a block heater Canada only is recommended see an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for further information Rough idling may also be experienced at such temperatures before the engine is fully warmed up Hot weather perform...

Page 437: ...osion antifreeze solution or other Mercedes Benz approved products of equal specification see Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet are used to renew the coolant concentration or bring it back up to the proper level To provide important corrosion protection the solution must be at least 45 anticorrosion antifreeze equivalent to freeze protection to approx 22 F 30 C If you use a solution that ...

Page 438: ...lt in a significantly shortened service life Therefore the following product is strongly recommended for use in your vehicle Mercedes Benz 325 0 Anticorrosion Antifreeze Agent Before the start of the winter season or once a year in hot southern regions you should have the anticorrosion antifreeze concentration checked The coolant is also regularly checked each time you bring your vehicle to an aut...

Page 439: ...lly available premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze depending on ambient temperatures Washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing point use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and water 앫 1 part S to 100 parts water 1 34 fl oz 40 ml S to 1 gallon 4 0 l water For temperatures below freezing point use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and commercially available premixed windshi...

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Page 441: ... more intense light than filament headlamps Bi Xenon headlamps produce low beam and high beam CAC Customer Assistance Center Mercedes Benz customer service center which can help you with any questions about your vehicle and provide assistance in the event of a breakdown CAN system Controller Area Network Data bus network serving to control vehicle functions such as door locking or windshield wipin...

Page 442: ...e inner friction viscosity of the oil at different temper atures The higher the temperature an oil can tolerate without becoming thin or the lower the temperature it can tolerate without becoming viscous the better the viscosity ESP Electronic Stability Program Improves vehicle handling and directional stability ETD Emergency Tensioning Device Device which deploys in certain frontal and rear colli...

Page 443: ...or past the point of resistance shifts the transmis sion down to the lowest possible gear This very quickly accelerates the vehicle and should not be used for normal acceleration needs Kilopascal kPa 컄 page 328 Lock button Button on the door which indicates whether the door is locked or unlocked Pushing the lock button down on an individual door from inside will lock that door Maintenance System U...

Page 444: ...ssenger front air bag on or off based on the classified occupant size category determined by weight sensor readings from the seat Occupant distribution 컄 page 329 Overspeed range Engine speeds within the red marking of the tachometer dial Avoid this engine speed range as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Poly V belt drive Drives engine...

Page 445: ...the vehicle is parked this lock prevents the transmission gear selector lever from being moved out of position P without SmartKey turned and brake pedal depressed Sidewall 컄 page 329 SRS Supplemental Restraint System Air bags air bag control unit with crash sensor emergency tensioning device Though independent systems they are closely interfaced to provide effective occupant protection Tele Aid Sy...

Page 446: ... page 329 Tire load rating 컄 page 329 Tire ply composition and material used 컄 page 329 Tire speed rating 컄 page 330 Traction 컄 page 330 Tread 컄 page 330 Treadwear indicators 컄 page 330 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 컄 page 330 Vehicle capacity weight 컄 page 330 Vehicle maximum load on the tire 컄 page 330 VIN Vehicle Identification Number The number set by the manufacturer and placed on th...

Page 447: ...High beam headlamps 49 High beams 120 Ignition 33 Immobilizer 57 91 Low beam headlamps 49 Rear window defroster 175 Residual heat 197 Seat heating 112 Tow away alarm 93 Windshield wipers 51 Adding Coolant 301 Engine oil 300 Additional turn signals 389 Adjustable air vents rear passenger compartment 185 198 Adjusting 35 Air distribution 180 190 Air volume 180 191 Backrest contour 111 Backrest side ...

Page 448: ...usting sound functions 203 Adjusting the volume 203 Aids for changing fuses 413 Air bags 61 Children 62 Front 65 Passenger 65 Safety guidelines 64 Side impact 66 Window curtain 66 Air conditioning cooling 183 Turning off 184 196 Turning on 184 196 Air conditioning refrigerant 431 Air distribution Adjusting 180 190 Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure Air recirculation mode 182 193 Activating 1...

Page 449: ...tivating deactivating control system 153 Automatic climate control 186 Activating 187 Adjusting air distribution 190 Air recirculation mode 193 Deactivating 187 Defrosting 192 Setting the temperature 189 Automatic headlamp mode 117 Automatic lighting control Activating 123 Deactivating 123 Automatic locking when driving 102 Automatic shift program Automatic transmission 168 Automatic time change s...

Page 450: ... Bi Xenon headlamps 439 Bi Xenon type Front lamp bulbs 393 Block heater Canada only 333 Blocking Rear door window operation 82 Bolts For Minispare wheel 381 Brake Assist System see BAS Brake fluid 431 Checking 295 Message in display 363 Brake lamp bulbs 389 Brake lamp high mounted 389 Brake lamps Messages in display 371 Brake pads Message in display 363 Brakes 284 Warning lamp 25 345 Break in peri...

Page 451: ...nt Cargo compartment Fuse box in 415 Lighting 124 Parcel net 250 Storage compartment inside 251 Tailgate 101 Tie down rings 257 Cargo tie down rings 257 Catalytic converter 291 CD changer 217 CD changer operation 219 CD player Operating 137 CD operation 217 Center console 27 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 27 66 Lamp in 350 351 Lower part 28 Upper part 27 Center console ashtray 26...

Page 452: ...341 Gear selector lever 341 Hard plastic trim items 341 Headlamps 171 Headliner and shelf below rear window 341 Instrument cluster 340 Leather upholstery 341 Light alloy wheels 340 MB Tex upholstery 342 Plastic and rubber parts 342 Rear window 53 Seat belts 341 Steering wheel 341 Upholstery 341 Windows 340 Windshield 52 Wiper blades 340 Wood trims 342 Cleaning tires 306 Climate control 176 Clock 2...

Page 453: ... submenu 153 Controller Area Network see CAN system Convenience submenu 154 Activating easy entry exit feature 154 Setting key dependency 155 Setting parking position for exterior rear view mirror 156 Coolant 301 Adding 301 Anticorrosion antifreeze quantity 435 Capacities 429 Checking level 301 Messages in display 364 366 Temperature 292 Temperature gauge 126 Coolant level Checking 295 301 Coolant...

Page 454: ...ar window defroster 175 Residual heat 197 Seat heating 112 Tow away alarm 93 Deep water see Standing water Defogging Windshield 180 191 Defrosting 181 192 Delayed shut off Exterior lamps 151 Interior lighting 153 Department of Transportation see DOT Dialing A number telephone 160 Difficulties While driving see Problems while driving With starting 47 Digital clock 129 Digital speedometer 135 Direct...

Page 455: ...54 Safety systems 85 Through standing water 289 Driving abroad 290 Driving instructions 283 Driving off 285 Driving safety systems 4MATIC 90 ABS 85 BAS 86 ESP 87 Driving systems 247 Cruise control 247 Driving safety systems 85 E Easy entry exit feature 105 Activating 154 Electrical fuses 412 Electrical outlet 264 Electrical outlet in cargo compartment 265 Electrical outlet in rear passenger compar...

Page 456: ...t 296 Fuse box in 414 Hood 296 Engine malfunction indicator lamp 25 346 Engine number 420 440 Engine oil 298 Adding 300 Additives 431 Checking level 295 298 Consumption 298 Display messages 299 368 369 Filler neck 300 Messages in display 299 368 369 Viscosity 440 Engine oil level Checking 295 298 Engine oils 431 ESP 87 440 Four wheel electronic traction system with ESP 90 Messages in display 360 3...

Page 457: ...4MATIC 90 Front air bags 65 Front fog lamps Indicator lamp 116 Switching on 119 Front lamps Bi Xenon type 393 Halogen type 391 Messages in display 371 374 Replacing bulbs 389 391 Switching on 116 Front passenger front air bag Messages in display 354 357 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 27 66 350 351 Front seat head restraints Installing manual seat 107 Installing power seat 108 Man...

Page 458: ...tem 130 133 Resetting 141 Fuse box In cargo compartment 415 In engine compartment 414 Fuse chart 413 Fuse extractor 413 Fuses 412 Aids for changing fuses 413 Fuse box in cargo compartment 415 Fuse box in engine compartment 414 Fuse chart 413 Fuse extractor 413 Main fuse box in passenger compartment 413 Spare fuses 413 G Garage door opener 274 Gasoline additives 433 Gasoline see Fuel GAWR 328 Gear ...

Page 459: ...ng flasher 122 Switching off 122 Switching on 122 Head restraints 107 Front seats manual seat 107 Front seats power seat 108 Manual seat 37 Power seat 38 Rear seats 108 Head unit Time synchronization with 145 Headlamp cleaning system 303 Headlamp shut off delay see Delayed shut off exterior lamps Headlamps Automatic control 117 Bi Xenon 439 Bi Xenon type Replacing bulbs 393 Cleaning 339 Cleaning s...

Page 460: ...on control information label 420 Vacuum line routing diagram label 420 Vehicle Identification Number 420 Ignition 33 Immobilizer 91 Activating 91 Deactivating 91 Indicator lamps see Lamps indicator and warning Infant and child restraint systems 70 Installing 79 LATCH type child seat anchors 80 Information About service and warranty 10 Inside door handle 100 Installing Infant and child restraint sy...

Page 461: ...g Rear window wiper 53 Windshield wipers 52 J Jack 377 378 Jump starting 406 K Key dependency memory Settings 155 Key positions in starter switch 33 Key mechanical 382 Key SmartKey Battery check lamp 98 Checking the batteries 99 Factory setting 98 Global locking 98 Global unlocking 98 Loss of 100 Messages in display 370 Positions in starter switch 33 Remote control 96 Restoring to factory setting ...

Page 462: ...nction display 144 Setting 144 LATCH type child seat anchors 80 Folding back 81 Folding out 80 Layout of poly V belt drive 421 Leather upholstery Cleaning 341 License plate lamps Messages in display 372 Replacing bulbs 389 Light alloy wheels Cleaning 340 Technical data 424 Light sensor 372 Lighter see Cigarette lighter Lighting 116 Automatic headlamp mode 117 Cargo compartment 124 Combination swit...

Page 463: ... 419 Low beam headlamps Indicator lamp 25 Messages in display 372 373 Replacing bulbs 389 391 Switching on 49 Lowering Vehicle 402 Lubricants Technical data 429 Luggage cover 253 Retractable 253 M Main dimensions 427 Main fuse box In passenger compartment 413 Mainodometer 129 Maintenance 12 334 Vehicles with E85 fuel 434 Maintenance service Calling up the maintenance service indicator 335 Major se...

Page 464: ...lstery Cleaning 342 Mechanical key 382 Memory function 113 441 Recalling positions from memory 114 Storing exterior rear view mirror parking position 115 Storing key dependent settings 114 Menus 130 AUDIO 135 In control system 132 133 NAV 138 Settings menu 140 Standard display 134 Submenus 131 TEL 158 Trip computer 156 Vehicle status message memory 138 Microphone Hands free microphone 29 Miles kil...

Page 465: ...play 367 Doors 367 Engine oil 368 369 ESP 360 361 Front passenger front air bag 354 357 Fuel cap 347 370 Hood 370 Key SmartKey 370 Lamps exterior 371 374 Oil 368 369 Parking brake 363 Restraint system 361 Seat belt system 375 SRS 361 Steering gear oil level 375 Tailgate 376 Tele Aid 376 Telephone 376 Tilt sliding sunroof 376 Windshield washer fluid 376 Multifunction steering wheel 26 130 442 Butto...

Page 466: ...Doors from the inside 100 Fuel filler flap 294 Fuel filler flap manually 384 Glove box 258 Hood 296 Power tilt sliding sunroof in an emergency 385 Side windows 239 Tailgate 101 Tilt sliding sunroof 243 385 Tilt sliding sunroof with SmartKey 245 Windows 239 Windows with SmartKey 241 Operating Audio system 199 CD player 137 COMAND see separate operating instructions Navigation system 138 Radio 136 R...

Page 467: ...Passenger safety see Occupant safety Pedals 283 Performance In cold weather 434 In hot weather 434 Phone book Loading 160 Quick search 161 Phone number Dialing 160 Redialing 161 Plastic and rubber parts Cleaning 342 Playing CDs 220 Poly V belt drive 442 Layout 421 Positions memory function Recalling from memory 114 Storing into memory 114 Potential problems associated with underinflated and overin...

Page 468: ...cle 17 Product information 9 Production options weight 329 Program mode 129 Program mode selector switch 442 Automatic shift program automatic transmission 168 PSI 329 Q Quick search Phone book 161 R Radio Selecting stations 136 Radio operation 207 Radio see Radio operation Radio transmitter control and operation 290 Range distance to empty Calling up 158 Reading lamp 123 Rear bench seat Foldable ...

Page 469: ... Refueling 293 Regular checks 295 Reinstalling vehicle battery 404 Remote control SmartKey 96 Remote door unlock With Tele Aid 273 Removing Parcel net in cargo compartment 251 Twin reel roller blind 253 Vehicle battery 404 Wheel 400 Wiper blades 397 Replacing Backup lamp bulbs 396 Brake lamp bulbs 396 Bulbs 388 Fog lamp bulb rear 396 Front lamp bulbs 389 391 Fuses 413 High beam bulbs 392 High beam...

Page 470: ...42 S Safety Occupant 60 Safety belts see Seat belts Safety defects Reporting 18 Safety systems Driving 85 Satellite radio Additional text information 216 general information 212 Manual channel input 214 Storing station 216 Seat belt force limiter 69 Seat belt system Message in display 375 Seat belt telltale 25 Seat belts 66 Cleaning 341 Fastening 43 Height adjustment 45 Proper use of 45 68 Safety ...

Page 471: ...irror parking position 115 Higher speed in cruise control 249 Hours clock 145 Individual vehicle settings 140 Instrument lighting 125 Interior lighting delayed shut off 153 Key dependent memory 155 Lamps and lighting control system 149 Language multifunction display 144 Locator lighting 151 Lower speed in cruise control 249 Miles kilometers in speedometer 143 Minutes clock 146 Night security illum...

Page 472: ...timal gear range automatic transmission 164 Side impact air bags 66 Side marker lamps front Messages in display 371 Replacing bulbs 389 Side marker lamps rear Replacing bulbs 389 Side markers Cleaning 339 Side windows Automatic opening 240 Cleaning 340 Closing 239 240 241 Closing fully 240 Closing with SmartKey 241 Opening 239 240 241 Opening fully 240 Opening with SmartKey 241 Stopping 241 Synchr...

Page 473: ... Standing lamps rear Replacing bulbs 389 Standing water Driving instructions 289 Starter switch 23 33 Positions 33 Starting difficulties 47 Starting position 33 Starting the engine 46 Station satellite radio Selecting 214 Steering column Height adjustment electrical 41 Height adjustment manual 40 Length adjustment electrical 41 Length adjustment manual 40 Steering gear oil Message in display 375 S...

Page 474: ...dio system 203 Automatic central locking control system 153 Cornering fog lamps 121 122 Delayed exterior lamps 151 Engine 57 ESP 88 Hazard warning flasher 122 Headlamps 56 Seat heating 112 Switching on Audio system 202 Automatic central locking control system 153 Cornering fog lamps 121 122 ESP 89 Front fog lamps 119 Hazard warning flasher 122 Headlamps 49 High beam headlamps 49 High beams 120 Low...

Page 475: ...nsions 427 Premium unleaded gasoline 432 Rims and tires 423 Weights 428 Windshield washer 430 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system 430 437 Tele Aid 266 Emergency calls 268 Hands free microphone 29 Information 270 Initiating an emergency call manually 269 Message in display 376 Remote door unlock 273 Roadside Assistance 269 SOS button 269 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 273 System self c...

Page 476: ...ad on 330 Tire and Loading Information 308 Tire and loading terminology 327 Tire care and maintenance 305 Tire Identification Number see TIN Tire inflation pressure Air pressure 327 Checking 295 313 315 Tire inspection 305 Tire load rating 329 Tire ply composition and material used 329 Tire speed rating 287 320 330 Tire terminology 327 Tire traction 287 Tires 304 423 Direction of rotation 307 Driv...

Page 477: ...l in mirrors 389 Cleaning lenses 339 Front bulbs 389 Indicator lamps 25 Rear bulbs 389 Turning inward Swiveling cup holder in front of seat armrest 261 Turning off Engine 57 Turning outward Swiveling cup holder in front of seat armrest 261 Twin reel roller blind Installing 253 Luggage cover and partition net 252 Removing 253 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 330 Units Setting speedometer un...

Page 478: ...vice battery 403 Towing 408 Unlocking 103 Unlocking in an emergency 382 With flexible fuel 433 Vehicle battery 403 Vehicle capacity weight 330 Vehicle care 337 Cloth upholstery 342 Cup holders 341 Engine cleaning 339 Gear selector lever 341 Hard plastic trim items 341 Headlamps 339 Instrument cluster 340 Leather upholstery 341 Light alloy wheels 340 MB Tex upholstery 342 Ornamental moldings 339 Pa...

Page 479: ...rs seat belts 66 Parking brake 48 Warranty coverage 419 Washer fluid Wiping rear window with 53 Wiping windshield with 52 Washer fluid see Windshield washer fluid Washer reservoir level Checking 295 Washing the vehicle 337 Wear pattern tires 331 Weights 428 Wheel change Tightening torque 402 Wheels Tires and wheels 304 Window curtain air bags 66 Windows see Side windows Windshield Defogging 180 19...

Page 480: ...chains 333 Tires 332 Winter driving instructions 288 Winter tires 332 Wiper blades Cleaning 340 Installing 397 Removing 397 Replacing 397 Wiping Rear window with washer fluid 53 Windshield with washer fluid 52 Wood trims Cleaning 342 X Xenon headlamps Bi Xenon 439 ...

Page 481: ...enz ca We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this Operator s Manual Reprinting translation and copying even of excerpts is not permitted without our prior authorization in writing Title illustration no P00 01 2914 31 Press time May 18 2004 GSP TIP Printed in Germany Warning G To help avoid personal injury be extremely careful ...

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