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The transmission remains in N if:

the SmartKey is in the ignition lock and

you use the E-SELECT lever to shift the

transmission to N before switching the

engine off

This still applies if you open the driver's or

front-passenger door.
Further information on transmission

position N when operating with a SmartKey

is available in the "Car wash" section

(

page 219).

Electric parking brake

General notes

WARNING

If you leave children unsupervised in the

vehicle, they could set it in motion by, for

example:

releasing the parking brake

shifting the automatic transmission out of

the parking position P

starting the engine.

They could also operate the vehicle's

equipment. There is a risk of an accident and

injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the

SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never

leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.

Applying/releasing manually

To engage: push handle

When the electric parking brake is

engaged, the red

(USA only)

(Canada only) indicator lamp lights

up in the instrument cluster.

The electric parking brake can also be

applied when the SmartKey is in position

Pull handle

The red

(USA only) or

(Canada

only) indicator lamp in the instrument

cluster goes out.

The electric parking brake can only then

be released when the ignition is switched

on using the Start/Stop button.

Releasing the electric parking brake

automatically

The electric parking brake is released

automatically when the following conditions

are simultaneously fulfilled:

the engine is running.

the transmission is in position D or R.

the hood is closed.

your seat belt is fastened.

you accelerate.

If the transmission is in position R, the trunk

lid must be closed.
For the parking brake to be released

automatically if your seat belt is not fastened,

the following conditions must be fulfilled:

the driver's door is closed.

you have shifted out of P or you have

previously driven faster than 2 mph

(3 km/h).

Emergency braking

The vehicle can also be braked during an

emergency by using the electric parking

brake.

Parking

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Driving

and

parking

Summary of Contents for Coupe GT

Page 1: ...SLS AMG Coupe and Coupe GT Roadster and Roadster GT Operator s Manual Order no 6515 4878 13 Part no 197 584 13 81 Edition A 2013 É1975841381xËÍ 1975841381 SLS AMG Operator s Manual ...

Page 2: ...orporation RSIRIUS is a registered trademark of Sirius XM radio Inc RHD Radio is a registered trademark of iBiquity Digital Corporation RGracenote is a registered trademark of Gracenote Inc RZAGATSurvey and related brands are registered trademarks of ZagatSurvey LLC In this Operator s Manual you will find the following symbols G WARNING Warning notes draw your attention to hazards that endanger yo...

Page 3: ... on RModel ROrder RCountry specification RAvailability Mercedes Benz therefore reserves the right to introduce changes in the following areas Rdesign Requipment Rtechnical features The equipment in your vehicle may therefore differ from that shown in the descriptions and illustrations The following are integral components of the vehicle ROperator s Manual RMaintenance Booklet REquipment dependent ...

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Page 5: ... Seats steering wheel and mirrors 81 Lights and windshield wipers 91 Climate control 101 Driving and parking 111 On board computer and displays 145 Stowage and features 195 Maintenance and care 213 Breakdown assistance 227 Wheels and tires 247 Technical data 273 Contents 3 ...

Page 6: ...ve sport suspension system 136 Button for AMG menu 124 E SELECT lever 117 Menu on board computer 157 SETUP 124 SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7 gear sport transmission 117 Anti lock braking system see ABS Anti lock Braking System Anti theft alarm system see ATA Anti Theft Alarm system Ashtray 199 ASSYST PLUS service interval display Hiding service messages 218 Service messages 217 ATA Anti Theft Alarm system Acti...

Page 7: ...trim 225 Power washer 221 Rear view camera 224 Seat belt 226 Seat cover 226 Sensors 224 Soft top 222 Steering wheel 225 Trim pieces 225 Washing by hand 220 Wheels 221 Windows 223 Wiper blades 223 Wooden trim 225 Car wash care 219 CD player CD changer on board computer 151 Center console Lower section 31 Upper section 30 Central locking Automatic locking on board computer 155 Locking unlocking Smar...

Page 8: ...l lever 135 Deactivating 136 Display message 176 Driving system 134 Function notes 134 Important safety notes 134 LIM indicator lamp 135 Setting a speed 135 Storing and maintaining current speed 135 Cup holder Center console 198 Important safety notes 198 Cup holders see Cup holder Curb weight see Technical data Customer Assistance Center CAC 22 Customer Relations Department 22 D Dashboard see Coc...

Page 9: ...nformation 54 Overview 54 Driving systems AMG adaptive sport suspension system 136 Blind Spot Assist 141 Cruise control 134 Display message 176 PARKTRONIC 137 Rear view camera 140 Driving tips AMG ceramic high performance compound brake system 133 Brakes 131 Break in period 112 Downhill gradient 131 Drinking and driving 131 Driving abroad 92 Driving in winter 133 Driving on wet roads 133 Exhaust c...

Page 10: ...ion 56 Warning lamp 190 ETS Electronic Traction System 56 Exhaust check 131 Exhaust pipe cleaning instructions 224 Exterior lighting Setting options 92 see Lights Exterior mirrors Adjusting 87 Dipping automatic 88 Folding in out automatically 88 Folding in out electrically 88 Folding in when locking on board computer 156 Out of position troubleshooting 88 Setting 88 Storing settings memory functio...

Page 11: ...e Head level heating AIRSCARF 85 Heating see Climate control High beam headlamps Display message 171 Switching on off 94 Hill start assist 115 Hood Closing 215 Display message 180 Important safety notes 214 Opening 214 Hydroplaning 133 I Ignition lock 113 Immobilizer 58 Indicator lamps see Warning and indicator lamps Instrument cluster Overview 27 Settings 153 Warning and indicator lamps 28 Instru...

Page 12: ... 69 Emergency locking 70 From inside central locking button 68 Locking centrally see Central locking Locking verification signal on board computer 156 Low beam headlamps Display message 170 Setting for driving abroad symmetrical 92 Switching on off 93 M M S tires 251 Malfunction message see Display messages Manual drive program 123 Matte finish cleaning instructions 222 mbrace Call priority 205 Di...

Page 13: ... overview 148 Message memory 160 Navigation menu 149 Operation 147 RACETIMER 157 Service menu 153 Settings menu 153 Standard display 148 Telephone menu 152 Trip menu 148 Vehicle submenu 156 Video DVD operation 151 Opening and closing 67 Operating system see On board computer Outside temperature display 147 Overhead control panel 32 P Paint code number 275 Paintwork cleaning instructions 221 Panic ...

Page 14: ...safety defects 23 Reserve fuel tank see Fuel Reserve fuel Display message 175 Warning lamp 192 see Fuel Restraint system see SRS Supplemental Restraint System Roadside Assistance breakdown 20 Roof see Soft top Route see Route guidance navigation Route guidance navigation 149 S Safety Children in the vehicle 51 Child restraint systems 51 Occupant Classification System OCS 42 Overview of occupant sa...

Page 15: ...nging the battery 64 Changing the programming 63 Checking the battery 64 Convenience closing feature 75 Convenience opening feature 75 Display message 181 Door central locking unlocking 62 Loss 65 Mechanical key 63 Opening closing soft top 78 Positions ignition lock 113 Problem malfunction 65 Starting the engine 114 Unlocking locking vehicle 67 SmartKey positions KEYLESS GO start function 113 Snow...

Page 16: ...6 Tail lamps Display message 171 Tank content Fuel gauge 27 Technical data 282 Notes 274 Tires wheels 270 TELEAID Call priority 205 Display message 169 Downloading destinations COMAND 205 Emergency call 202 Important safety notes 201 Locating a stolen vehicle 206 MB info call button 204 Remote vehicle locking 205 Roadside Assistance button 203 Search Send 205 Self test 201 System 201 Telephone Acc...

Page 17: ...finition 269 PSI pounds per square inch definition 268 Replacing 269 Service life 250 Sidewall definition 268 Speed rating definition 267 Storing 270 Structure and characteristics definition 266 Technical data 272 Temperature 262 TIN Tire Identification Number definition 269 Tire bead definition 268 Tire pressure definition 268 Tire pressures recommended 267 Tire size data 270 Tire size designatio...

Page 18: ...Key 62 Lowering 236 Maintenance 20 Parking for a long period 130 Raising 233 Reporting problems 22 Towing away 242 Transporting 244 Unlocking in an emergency 69 Unlocking SmartKey 62 67 Vehicle data see Technical data Vehicle dimensions 283 see Technical data Vehicle emergency locking 70 Vehicle identification number see VIN Vehicle identification plate 275 Vehicle tool kit 228 Vehicle weights see...

Page 19: ...illing capacity 282 Notes 281 Windshield wipers Problem malfunction 99 Replacing the wiper blades 98 Switching on off 97 Winter driving Important safety notes 250 Slippery road surfaces 134 Snow chains 250 Winter tires M S tires 251 Wiper blades Cleaning 223 Important safety notes 98 Replacing 98 Wooden trim cleaning instructions 225 Workshops see Qualified specialist workshop Index 17 ...

Page 20: ...cle is stationary Rdrive carefully and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front Ravoid frequent sudden acceleration Rchange gear in good time and use each gear only up to Ô of its maximum engine speed Rswitch off the engine in stationary traffic Environmental concerns and recommendations Wherever the operating instructions require you to dispose of materials first try to regenerate or re...

Page 21: ...ties printed in the Service and Warranty Information booklet Your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will exchange or repair any defective parts originally installed in the vehicle in accordance with the terms of the following warranties RNew Vehicle Limited Warranty REmission Systems Warranty REmission Performance Warranty RCalifornia Connecticut Maine Massachusetts New York Pennsylvania Rhode Islan...

Page 22: ...Warranty booklet Canada You will find both in your vehicle literature portfolio Change of address or change of ownership In the event of a change of address please send us the Notification of Address Change in the Service and Guarantee booklet or simply call the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center USA at the hotline number 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 800 367 6372 or Customer Service Center Canada at...

Page 23: ...bance or you suspect that damage to your vehicle has occurred Rturn on your hazard warning flashers Rslow down carefully Rdrive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from the road Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires wheels for possible damage If the vehicle appears unsafe have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility f...

Page 24: ...s especially the case for work relevant to safety Observe the notes in the Maintenance Booklet Always have the following work carried out at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Rwork relevant to safety Rservice and maintenance work Rrepair work Ralterations installation work and modifications Rwork on electronic components Correct use G WARNING There are various warning stickers affixed to your veh...

Page 25: ...f your vehicle as well as about possible vehicle damage Damage to your vehicle that arises from culpable contraventions against these instructions is not covered either by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty or by the New or Used Vehicle Warranty Information on copyright General information You can find information on licenses for free and open source software used in your vehicle and its electroni...

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Page 27: ...Dashboard 26 Instrument cluster 27 Multifunction steering wheel 29 Center console 30 Overhead control panel 32 Door control panel 33 25 At a glance ...

Page 28: ...ent cluster 27 Overhead control panel 32 A PARKTRONIC display 138 B Adjusts the steering wheel electrically 86 Function Page C Combination switch 94 D Unlocks the trunk 72 E Diagnostics connection 21 F Opens the hood 214 G Electric parking brake 129 H Light switch 92 26 Dashboard At a glance ...

Page 29: ...ment cluster Overview Function Page Speedometer Upshift indicator 124 Tachometer 146 Engine oil temperature display 146 Function Page A Multifunction display 147 B Fuel gauge Instrument cluster 27 At a glance ...

Page 30: ... headlamps 94 A Low beam headlamps 93 B Turn signal 94 C SRS 190 D Check Engine E ABS 189 Function Page F Engine oil temperature 146 G Tire pressure 193 H Electric parking brake USA only Electric parking brake Canada only I Reserve fuel 192 J SPORT handling mode 56 K ESP OFF 56 28 Instrument cluster At a glance ...

Page 31: ...ects ends a call 152 WX Increases reduces volume 8 Mute Switches on the Voice Control System see the separate operating instructions Function Page A Back or deactivates the Voice Control System B Selects a menu 147 9 Selects a submenu or scrolls through lists a Confirms selections and hides display messages Multifunction steering wheel 29 At a glance ...

Page 32: ...s extends rear spoiler vehicles with AMG adaptive sport suspension system 206 Hazard warning lamps 94 A PARKTRONIC 139 Function Page B Adjusts AIRSCARF right Roadster only 109 C Seat heating right 84 D 4 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp 42 E Operates dual zone automatic climate control 103 F Seat heating left 84 30 Center console At a glance ...

Page 33: ...77 B Ignition lock behind stowage space 113 C Calls up stores AMG menu SETUP 124 Function Page D Adjusts AMG adaptive sport suspension system 136 Retracts extends rear spoiler vehicles without AMG adaptive sport suspension system 206 E Activates deactivates ESP 56 Activates deactivates SPORT handling mode 56 F Start Stop button 113 G Selecting the drive program 120 H Parking lock button P 117 Cent...

Page 34: ...p Switches the right hand reading lamp on off 95 A ï MB Info call button mbrace system 204 B G SOS button mbrace system 202 Function Page C Rear view mirror 87 D Transmitter buttons for the garage door opener 208 E Microphone for mbrace emergency call system telephone and the Voice Control System F F Roadside Assistance call button mbrace system 203 32 Overhead control panel At a glance ...

Page 35: ... the vehicle 68 Z Selects the left exterior mirror 87 ª Folds the exterior mirrors in out electrically 88 Function Page A Selects the right exterior mirror 87 B 7 Adjusts the exterior mirrors 87 C W Opens closes the side windows 74 Door control panel 33 At a glance ...

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Page 37: ...Useful information 36 Occupant safety 36 Children in the vehicle 51 Panic alarm 54 Driving safety systems 54 Theft deterrent locking system 58 35 Safety ...

Page 38: ...ng as well as tampering with interconnected electronic systems can lead to the restraint systems no longer functioning as intended Air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices ETDs for example could deploy inadvertently or fail to deploy in accidents although the deceleration threshold for air bag deployment is exceeded Therefore never modify the restraint systems Do not tamper with electronic compone...

Page 39: ...which may require special handling and regard for the environment Check your national disposal guidelines California residents see www dtsc ca gov HazardousWaste Perchlorate index cfm RAir bags and ETDs are designed to function on a one time only basis An air bag or ETD that has deployed must be replaced RDo not pass seat belts over sharp edges They could tear RDo not make any modification that co...

Page 40: ...in the normal seat position with your back against the backrest Fasten your seat belt and make sure that it is correctly positioned on your body As the air bag inflates with considerable speed and force a proper seating position and correct positioning of the hands on the steering wheel will help to keep you at a safe distance from the air bag Occupants who are not wearing their seat belt are not ...

Page 41: ...ead bag or side impact air bag deactivated then deactivation can be carried out upon your written request at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center at an additional cost Please contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call the Customer Assistance Center in the USA at 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 800 367 6372 or Customer Service in Canada at 1 800 387 0100 for details The air bags are only deployed if the...

Page 42: ...the front passenger which is determined by the Occupant Classification System OCS Y page 42 The front air bags are not deployed in situations where a low impact severity is predicted You will then be protected by the fastened seat belt The front passenger front air bag will only be deployed if Rthe Occupant Classification System OCS has detected that the front passenger seat is occupied Rthe 45 in...

Page 43: ...deceleration or acceleration e g in a side impact Rindependently of the use of the seat belt Rindependently of the front air bags Rindependently of the ETDs If the vehicle rolls over the side impact air bags are generally not deployed They are deployed if the system detects high vehicle deceleration or acceleration in a lateral direction and determines that side impact air bag deployment can offer...

Page 44: ... the Occupant Classification System works The Occupant Classification System OCS categorizes the occupant on the front passenger seat using a weight sensor The front passenger front air bag and the front passenger knee bag are deactivated automatically for certain weight categories The 45 indicator lamp shows you the current status When the 45 indicator lamp is illuminated the front passenger fron...

Page 45: ...ated the front passenger front air bag is deactivated With the 45 indicator lamp out the front passenger front air bag and front passenger knee bag are deactivated If OCS has determined that the front passenger is an adult or medium sized person the 45 indicator lamp lights up for approximately 6 seconds when the engine is started and then goes out This shows that the front passenger front air bag...

Page 46: ...ed A child in a rear facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates RIf you place a child in a forward facing child restraint on the front passenger seat move the seat as far back as possible use the proper child restraint recommended for the age size and weight of the child secure child restraint with the v...

Page 47: ...ition lock Rpress the Start Stop button once or twice If an adult occupant is properly sitting on the passenger seat and the OCS classifies the occupant as an adult the 45 indicator lamp illuminates and goes out again after approximately 6 seconds If the seat is not occupied and the OCS classifies the front passenger seat as being unoccupied the 45 indicator lamp will illuminate and not go out G W...

Page 48: ...ot illuminate and or does not remain illuminated The front passenger seat is Runoccupied Roccupied with a weight up to or less than a typical 12 month old child in a standard child restraint system The OCS is malfunctioning X Make sure there is nothing between the seat cushion and the child seat X Check the installation of the child restraint system X Make sure that no objects are applying additio...

Page 49: ...fastened your seat belt correctly If you do not fasten your seat belt you are much more likely to collide with parts of the vehicle interior or be ejected from it This may result in serious or fatal injury In the same crash the possibility of serious or fatal injury is considerably reduced if you wear your seat belt properly The air bags can only offer the intended protection if the occupants are ...

Page 50: ...belt as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen If the lap belt is positioned across your abdomen it could cause serious injuries in a crash RNever wear seat belts over rigid or breakable objects in or on your clothing such as eyeglasses pens keys etc as these might cause injuries RMake sure the seat belt is always fitted snugly Take special care of this when wearing loose clothing...

Page 51: ...stems properly on the front passenger seat For further information on special seat belt retractors see Y page 53 For more information about releasing the seat belt with release button see Releasing seat belts Y page 49 Releasing seat belts X Press release button Y page 49 and guide belt tongue Y page 49 back towards belt sash guide Y page 49 Make sure that the seat belt is fully rolled up Otherwis...

Page 52: ... the buckle on the front passenger seat Otherwise the Emergency Tensioning Device could be triggered in the event of an accident The ETDs tighten the seat belts in an accident pulling them close against the body The ETDs do not correct incorrect seat positions or incorrectly fastened seat belts The ETDs do not pull vehicle occupants back towards the backrest When triggered the seat belt force limi...

Page 53: ... for example could become very hot and the child could be burned on these parts G WARNING Do not carry heavy or hard objects in the passenger compartment unless they are firmly secured in place Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo increases a child s risk of injury in the event of Rstrong braking maneuvers Rsudden changes of direction Ran accident If an infant or child is traveling in the vehi...

Page 54: ... rearward facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat make sure the 45 indicator lamp is illuminated indicating that the front passenger front air bag is disabled If the 45 indicator lamp does not light up or goes out when the child restraint system is installed check the anchorages of the restraint system Check the 45 indicator lamp regularly while driving to ensure that the 45 indi...

Page 55: ...actor is activated X Push down on the child restraint system to take up any slack Removing a child restraint system deactivating the special seat belt retractor X Always comply with the manufacturer s installation instructions X Press the seat belt release button and guide the belt tongue to the belt outlet The special seat belt retractor is deactivated G WARNING Never release the seat belt buckle...

Page 56: ...Product label with FCC ID and IC certification number can be found in the battery case of the key i Canada only This device complies with RSS Gen of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following 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 of the device Any u...

Page 57: ...n you brake This allows you to continue steering the vehicle when braking ABS works from a speed of about 5 mph 8 km h upwards regardless of road surface conditions ABS works on slippery surfaces even if you only brake gently The warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the ignition is switched on It goes out when the engine is running Braking If ABS intervenes when braking you will f...

Page 58: ...G WARNING If ESP is malfunctioning ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle Additionally further driving safety systems are deactivated This increases the risk of skidding and an accident Drive on carefully Have ESP checked at a qualified specialist workshop Switch the ignition off when Rthe electric parking brake is being tested using a brake dynamometer Rthe vehicle is being towed with the rear ax...

Page 59: ...driven wheels for an extended period with ESP deactivated You could otherwise damage the drivetrain Deactivating activating ESP X To activate SPORT handling mode briefly press button The M warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up The SPORT handling SPORT handling mode mode message appears in the multifunction display X To deactivate SPORT handling mode briefly press button The M warning la...

Page 60: ...during emergency braking situations for example You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident Adapt your driving style to the changed driving characteristics ADAPTIVE BRAKE Observe the Important safety notes section Y page 54 ADAPTIVE BRAKE enhances braking safety and offers increased braking comfort In addition to the braking function ADAPTIVE BRAKE also features the hill start assi...

Page 61: ...runk lid X To disarm unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey The turn signal lamps flash once and a warning tone sounds once indicating that the alarm system is disarmed i Unless you open a door or the trunk within approximately 40 seconds after unlocking Rthe vehicle will be locked again Rthe alarm system will be rearmed X To stop the alarm press the Start Stop button in the center console The Smart...

Page 62: ...transported Ris being loaded onto a ferry or car transporter for example Ris parked on a movable surface e g in a split level garage X To deactivate use the Start Stop button to set SmartKey position 0 or X Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock X Press button Indicator lamp lights up briefly X Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey The tow away alarm is deactivated The tow away alarm remains deac...

Page 63: ...Useful information 62 SmartKey 62 Doors 67 Trunk 71 Side windows 73 Soft top Roadster 76 61 Opening and closing ...

Page 64: ...try Canada Operation is subject to the following 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 of the device Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The Product label with FCC ID and IC certification number...

Page 65: ... as follows X To unlock the driver s door press the button once X To unlock centrally press the button twice X To lock centrally press the button Restoring the factory settings X Press the and buttons simultaneously for approximately six seconds until the battery check lamp flashes twice Mechanical key General notes If the vehicle can no longer be locked or unlocked with the SmartKey use the mecha...

Page 66: ...ed from any authorized Mercedes Benz Center i If the SmartKey battery is checked within the signal range of the vehicle pressing the or button locks or unlocks the vehicle Replacing the battery X Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey Y page 63 You require a CR 2025 3 V cell battery X Press mechanical key into the opening in the SmartKey in the direction of the arrow until battery tray cover ...

Page 67: ...ge 63 X Have the SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop You have lost a SmartKey X Have the SmartKey canceled at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers X If necessary have the locks changed as well You have lost the mechanical key X Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers X If necessary have the locks changed as well The en...

Page 68: ...page 236 or X Jump start the vehicle Y page 240 or X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The SmartKey cannot be turned in the ignition lock The SmartKey has been in position 0 for a considerable time X Remove the SmartKey and reinsert it into the ignition lock X Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary Y page 236 X Start the engine The on board voltage is too low X Switch off nones...

Page 69: ...traint system to direct sunlight The child restraint system s metal parts for example could become very hot and a child could be burned on these parts G WARNING Do not carry heavy or hard objects in the passenger compartment or trunk unless they are firmly secured in place Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo increases a child s risk of injury in the event of Rstrong braking maneuvers Rsudden ...

Page 70: ...y open the door when the traffic situation permits X Pull door handle If the door is locked locking knob pops up The door is unlocked and can be opened i When a door is opened the side window on that side opens slightly When the door is closed the triangular window closes again The side windows will not open close if the battery is discharged or if the side windows have iced up It will then not be...

Page 71: ...en the ignition is switched on and the wheels of the vehicle are moving at a speed of more than 9 mph 15 km h There is therefore a risk of being locked out when the vehicle is being pushed towed or tested on a dynamometer X To deactivate press and hold button for about five seconds until a tone sounds X To activate press and hold button for about five seconds until a tone sounds i If you press one...

Page 72: ...the mechanical key Coupe Button for extending the handle X To lock lock the front passenger door manually from the inside Y page 68 X Leave the vehicle and close the driver s door X Insert the mechanical key into the lock of the driver s door as far as it will go X Turn the mechanical key counter clockwise to position 3 The door is locked X Turn the mechanical key back and remove it X Check that b...

Page 73: ... serious personal injury They could Rinjure themselves on vehicle parts Rbe seriously or fatally injured by extreme heat or cold Rinjure themselves or have an accident with vehicle equipment that may still be in operation even after the SmartKey has been removed from the ignition such as the seat adjustment steering wheel adjustment or memory function If children open a door they could cause sever...

Page 74: ... into the gap and pull up the trunk lid Closing G WARNING To prevent possible personal injury always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk opening when closing the trunk lid Be especially careful when small children are around X Push the trunk lid down until it engages Use handle to pull down the trunk lid if necessary X If necessary lock the vehicle with the button on the SmartKey Opening th...

Page 75: ...ss emergency release button The trunk lid unlocks and opens slightly X Push the trunk lid upwards to open it completely The trunk lid can be unlocked with the trunk lid emergency release when the vehicle is stationary or while driving Trunk lid emergency release light Remergency release button flashes for 30 minutes after the trunk lid is opened Remergency release button flashes for 60 minutes aft...

Page 76: ...r body down between the window pane and the door frame and trap it there If there is a risk of entrapment release the switch and pull it to close the window Observe the important safety notes in the Children in the vehicle section Y page 51 Opening and closing the side windows Left side window Right side window The switches for both side windows are located on the driver s door There is also a swi...

Page 77: ...harmed by the closing procedure Proceed as follows in a potentially dangerous situation RRelease the button to interrupt the closing procedure RPress and hold the button to open To continue the closing procedure after ensuring that nobody can be injured by the closing procedure press and hold the button When you lock the vehicle you can simultaneously close both side windows from outside i The Sma...

Page 78: ...eature Soft top Roadster Important safety notes G WARNING Only drive with the soft top fully open or closed If the soft top does not open or close fully the soft top hydraulics are depressurized and the soft top is lowered Rafter about seven minutes if the ignition is switched on Rimmediately if the ignition is switched off A warning tone sounds shortly beforehand The Top lowering Top lowering mes...

Page 79: ...ordance with traffic conditions Press the soft top switch again in order to open or close the soft top fully Opening and closing X When the vehicle is stationary depress the brake pedal X Select key position 1 using the Start Stop button Y page 113 X To open pull soft top switch until the soft top is fully opened The Convertible Top in Operation Convertible Top in Operation message appears in the ...

Page 80: ...soft top is not locked if Rthe Convertible Top in Operation Convertible Top in Operation message appears in the multifunction display Ryou hear a warning tone for up to ten seconds when pulling away or while driving You can lock the soft top again if it is not locked fully X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Select key posit...

Page 81: ...to the tank partition wall again X To install fold both fastening levers inwards in the direction of the arrow X Push wind screen into the recess between the roll bars up to the locking point X Fold both fastening levers outwards X To remove fold both fastening levers inwards in the direction of the arrow X Pull wind screen upward X Detach the wind screen bag remove it from the trunk and put the w...

Page 82: ...onary X Depress the brake pedal The soft top mechanism or control system is defective X Visit a qualified specialist workshop The soft top has been opened and closed several times in a row The soft top drive has been deactivated automatically for safety reasons You can open and close the soft top again after approximately ten minutes X Switch off the ignition and turn it back on X Repeat the openi...

Page 83: ...Useful information 82 Correct driver s seat position 82 Seats 83 Steering wheel 86 Mirrors 87 Memory function 89 81 Seats steering wheel and mirrors ...

Page 84: ...seat cushion angle so that your thighs are gently supported Ryou can depress the pedals properly Observe the safety guidelines on steering wheel adjustment Y page 86 X Make sure that steering wheel is adjusted properly Adjusting the steering wheel electrically Y page 86 When adjusting the steering wheel make sure that Ryou can hold the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent Ryou can move your...

Page 85: ...o reach the accelerator brake pedal safely The position should be as far back as possible with the driver still able to operate the controls properly Radjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level Rnever place hands under the seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted Failur...

Page 86: ...contour of the seat so as to provide optimum support for your back To adjust the upper back support To adjust the contour of the backrest in the lumbar region To adjust the lateral structure and support of the seat X Select key position 2 with the Start Stop button i If after a certain amount of time the seat no longer has the desired contour repeat the adjustment Switching the seat heating on off...

Page 87: ...ow out of the AIRSCARF vents in the head restraints when AIRSCARF is in operation This can cause burns on unprotected skin near the AIRSCARF vents Make sure that you reduce the heater output in time The AIRSCARF function warms the head and neck area of vehicle occupants with warm air The warm air flows out of the holes in the head restraints The three red indicator lamps in the button indicate the...

Page 88: ...come trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel when the easy entry exit feature is activated To stop steering wheel movement move steering wheel adjustment stalk or press the memory position switch Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Children could open the driver s door and unintentionally activate the easy entry exit feature which could res...

Page 89: ...forwards or back Exterior mirrors Adjusting the exterior mirrors G WARNING Exercise care when using the passenger side exterior rear view mirror The mirror surface is convex outwardly curved surface for a wider field of view Objects in mirror are closer than they appear Check your interior rear view mirror and glance over your shoulder before changing lanes The convex exterior mirrors provide a la...

Page 90: ...cally as soon as you unlock the vehicle and then open the driver s or front passenger door i The mirrors do not fold out if they have been folded in manually Exterior mirror pushed out of position If an exterior mirror has been pushed out of position proceed as follows X Vehicles without electrically folding exterior mirrors move the exterior mirror into the correct position manually X Vehicles wi...

Page 91: ...ng position setting X Select SmartKey position 2 with the Start Stop button X Adjust the exterior mirror on the front passenger side with the corresponding button Y page 87 X Engage reverse gear The exterior mirror on the front passenger side moves to the stored parking position The exterior mirror on the front passenger side moves back to its original position Ras soon as you exceed a speed of 6 ...

Page 92: ...2 or 3 within three seconds The settings are stored in the selected preset position A tone sounds when the settings have been completed Calling up a stored setting X Press and hold the relevant storage position button 1 2 or 3 until the seat steering wheel and exterior mirrors are in the stored position i The setting procedure is interrupted as soon as you release the storage position button 90 Me...

Page 93: ...Useful information 92 Exterior lighting 92 Interior lighting 95 Replacing bulbs 96 Windshield wipers 97 91 Lights and windshield wipers ...

Page 94: ...qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as close to the border as possible before driving in these countries Converting to asymmetrical low beam after returning have the headlamps converted back to asymmetrical low beam at a qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible after crossing the border again Setting the exterior ligh...

Page 95: ... running and you turn the light switch to L the manual settings take precedence over the daytime running lamps USA only The daytime running lamps improve the visibility of your vehicle during the day To do this the daytime running lamps function must be switched on using the on board computer Y page 154 If the engine is running and you turn the light switch to T or L the manual settings take prece...

Page 96: ...press the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow or High beam headlamps X To switch on the high beam headlamps turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the engine X Turn the light switch to L or Ã X Press the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow In the Ã position the high beam headlamps are only switched on when...

Page 97: ...mps may fog up on the inside if there is high atmospheric humidity X Drive with the headlamps switched on The level of moisture diminishes depending on the length of the journey and the weather conditions humidity and temperature If the level of moisture does not diminish X Have the headlamps checked at a qualified specialist workshop Interior lighting Overview of interior lighting Overhead contro...

Page 98: ...ps are an important aspect of vehicle safety You must therefore make sure that these function correctly at all times Have the headlamp setting checked regularly Other bulbs G WARNING Bulbs lamps and connectors can get very hot when operating If you change a bulb you could burn yourself on these components There is a risk of injury Allow these components to cool down before changing a bulb There ar...

Page 99: ...e the wiper blades Moreover dust that has collected on the windshield can scratch the glass if wiping takes place when the windshield is dry If the windshield wipers leave smears on the windshield after the vehicle has been washed in an automatic car wash wax or other residues may be the reason for this Clean the windshield using washer fluid after washing the vehicle in an automatic car wash Comb...

Page 100: ...rm without a wiper blade and it falls onto the windshield the windshield may be damaged by the force of the impact Mercedes Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades replaced by a qualified specialist workshop e g at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Replacing the wiper blades Removing the wiper blades Moving the wiper arm to a vertical position X Switch off the engine X Remove your foot fro...

Page 101: ...lfunctioning X Select another wiper speed on the combination switch X Have the windshield wipers checked at a qualified specialist workshop The spray nozzles are misaligned The windshield washer fluid from the spray nozzles no longer hits the center of the windshield The spray nozzles are misaligned X Have the spray nozzles adjusted at a qualified specialist workshop The wiper arms are on the wind...

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Page 103: ...Useful information 102 Overview of climate control sys tems 102 Operating the climate control sys tems 104 Setting the air vents 108 101 Climate control ...

Page 104: ...mperature and the humidity in the vehicle interior and filters undesirable substances out of the air Coupe the automatic climate control is only operational if the engine is running Optimum operation is achieved only when you drive with the side windows closed Roadster the automatic climate control is only operational if the engine is running The system only works optimally when the side windows a...

Page 105: ...ivate air recirculation mode Y page 107 D To set the temperature right Y page 105 E To switch the rear window defroster on off Y page 107 F To increase the airflow Y page 106 G To reduce the airflow Y page 106 H Display I To set the air distribution Y page 105 USA only To set the temperature left To set climate control to automatic Y page 105 To switch climate control on off Y page 104 To switch m...

Page 106: ...rating the climate control systems Switching climate control on off G WARNING When the climate control system is deactivated the outside air supply and circulation are also deactivated Only choose this setting for a short time Otherwise the windows could fog up impairing visibility and endangering you and others i Switch on climate control primarily using the Ã button Y page 105 X Select key posit...

Page 107: ...midification is also activated If necessary cooling with air dehumidification can be deactivated X Select key position 2 with the Start Stop button X Set the desired temperature X To activate press the Ã button The indicator lamp in the Ã button lights up Automatic air distribution and airflow are activated X To select manually press the Ã button The indicator lamp in the Ã button goes out Automat...

Page 108: ...tomatically switches to the following functions Rhigh airflow Rhigh temperature Rair distribution to the windshield and front side windows Rair recirculation mode off X To deactivate press the button The indicator lamp in the button goes out The previously selected settings are restored Air recirculation mode remains deactivated or X Press the Ã button The indicator lamp in the button goes out Air...

Page 109: ...froster The rear window defroster has deactivated prematurely or cannot be activated The on board voltage is too low because too many electrical consumers are switched on X Switch off any consumers that are not required e g seat heating or interior lighting When the battery is sufficiently charged the rear window defroster is activated again automatically Activating deactivating air recirculation ...

Page 110: ...air distribution adjustment to direct the air to air vents in the vehicle interior that are not in the immediate area of unprotected skin In order to ensure the direct flow of fresh air through the air vents into the vehicle interior please observe the following notes Rkeep the air inlet on the right hand side of the hood free of blockages such as ice snow or leaves Rnever cover the air vents or a...

Page 111: ...h the air vents can be very hot or very cold depending on the set temperature This could cause burns or frostbite to unprotected skin in the immediate area of the air vents Always keep sufficient distance between unprotected parts of the body and the air vents If necessary use the air distribution adjustment to direct the air to air vents in the vehicle interior that are not in the immediate area ...

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Page 113: ...ion 112 Notes on breaking in a new vehicle 112 Driving 112 AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7 speed sports transmission 117 AMG button SETUP 124 Refueling 124 Parking 127 Driving tips 130 Driving systems 134 111 Driving and parking ...

Page 114: ...lect the manual drive program M in good time RDo not carry out a RACE START RDo not manually shift to a lower gear to brake the vehicle RIf possible do not depress the accelerator pedal past the point of resistance kickdown ROnly select the shift range limits 3 2 or 1 when driving slowly e g in mountainous terrain After 1 000 miles 1 500km you can increase the engine speed gradually and bring the ...

Page 115: ...rt Stop button several times in succession corresponds to the different key positions in the ignition lock This is only the case if you are not depressing the brake pedal If you depress the brake pedal and press the Start Stop button the engine starts immediately If there is a SmartKey in the ignition lock this takes precedence over the KEYLESS GO start function X Position 0 if Start Stop button h...

Page 116: ...herefore never leave the engine running in enclosed spaces without sufficient ventilation i Do not depress the accelerator pedal when starting the engine Starting procedure with the Start Stop button i The Start Stop button can be used to start the vehicle without inserting the SmartKey into the ignition lock You merely need to carry the SmartKey on your person X Depress the brake pedal and keep i...

Page 117: ...njury Therefore quickly move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal Never leave the vehicle when it is held by hill start assist Hill start assist will aid you when pulling away on a hill It holds the vehicle for a short time after you have removed your foot from the brake pedal This gives you enough time to move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal and depress ...

Page 118: ...tor The on board voltage is too low because the battery is too weak or discharged X Jump start the vehicle Y page 240 If the engine does not start despite attempts to jump start it X Consult a qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center The starter motor was exposed to a thermal load that was too high X Allow the starter motor to cool down for approximately two minutes X T...

Page 119: ...ain and start stop traffic AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7 speed sports transmission Important safety notes G WARNING If the engine speed is above the idling speed and you engage transmission position D or R the vehicle could pull away suddenly There is a risk of an accident When engaging transmission position D or R always firmly depress the brake pedal and do not simultaneously accelerate Observe the Impor...

Page 120: ...r s or front passenger door Rif you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock Rif you open the door while traveling at low speed in transmission position D or R Shifting to neutral N X When the vehicle is stationary depress the brake pedal X Push the E SELECT lever forwards or back to the first point of resistance i If you use the E SELECT lever to shift the transmission to N before switching off...

Page 121: ...D3 are shown at position Display when in transmission position D and drive program M Gear Drive program Transmission positions B Park position Do not shift the transmission into position P unless the vehicle is stationary The parking lock should not be used as a brake when parking Always apply the electronic parking brake in addition to the parking lock in order to secure the vehicle In the event ...

Page 122: ... delays the shift points to higher engine speeds Driving tips Double clutch function When shifting down the double clutch function is active regardless of the currently selected drive program The double clutch function reduces the load change reaction on the drive axle The sound generated by the double clutch function and its characteristics depend on the drive program selected Kickdown i Kickdown...

Page 123: ... activation on dedicated race circuits Conditions for activation You can activate RACE START if Rthe doors are closed Rthe engine is running and the engine and transmission are at operating temperature Y page 157 RSPORT handling mode is switched on Y page 56 Rthe steering wheel is in the straight ahead position Rthe vehicle is stationary and the brake pedal is depressed left foot Rthe transmission...

Page 124: ... oriented engine and transmission settings Roptimal fuel consumption resulting from the transmission shifting up sooner Rthe vehicle pulling away more gently in forward and reverse gears unless the accelerator pedal is depressed fully Rincreased sensitivity This improves driving stability on slippery road surfaces for example Rthe transmission shifting up sooner This results in the vehicle being d...

Page 125: ...t range X Pull the left hand steering wheel paddle shifter repeatedly until the function is activated Depending on the selected drive program the transmission shifts to a gear which allows ideal acceleration and deceleration To do this the transmission shifts down one or more gears Manual drive program i GT model in manual drive program M the transmission shift and response times are significantly...

Page 126: ...ton SETUP With the AMG button you can call up and store a default drive program setting and the default suspension tuning X To store press and hold AMG button until you hear a tone X To call up press AMG button The stored drive program is selected X To display briefly press AMG button The multifunction display shows the SETUP in the AMG menu Y page 157 Refueling Important safety notes G WARNING Fu...

Page 127: ...uel lines and or injection system could be blocked by particles from the fuel can If you overfill the fuel tank fuel could spray out when the fuel pump nozzle is removed Further information on fuel and on fuel grades can be found in the Fuel section Y page 277 Refueling Fuel filler flap When you open or close the vehicle with the SmartKey the fuel filler flap is automatically unlocked or locked Th...

Page 128: ...X Completely insert the fuel pump nozzle into the filler neck and refuel X Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle switches off Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the fuel system Closing X Replace the fuel filler cap and turn it clockwise The fuel filler cap audibly engages X Close the fuel filler flap 126 Refueling Driving and parking ...

Page 129: ...icle so that no flammable materials come into contact with parts of the vehicle which are hot Take particular care not to park on dry grassland or harvested grain fields G WARNING If you leave children unsupervised in the vehicle they could set it in motion by for example Rreleasing the parking brake Rshifting the automatic transmission out of the parking position P Rstarting the engine They could...

Page 130: ...smission X Shift the transmission to P with the button in the center console Using the Start Stop button X Press the Start Stop button Y page 113 The engine stops and all the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out X Apply the electric parking brake i If you switch the engine off with the transmission in position R or D the transmission automatically shifts to N If you move the E SELECT l...

Page 131: ...engaged the red F USA only or Canada only indicator lamp lights up in the instrument cluster i The electric parking brake can also be applied when the SmartKey is in position 0 X Pull handle The red F USA only or Canada only indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out i The electric parking brake can only then be released when the ignition is switched on using the Start Stop button Releasing...

Page 132: ...and brake There is a risk of an accident Do not switch off the ignition while driving G WARNING Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle A driver s attention to the road must always be his her primary focus when driving For 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 call ...

Page 133: ...Mercedes Benz service requirements Details can be found in the Maintenance Booklet Braking Important safety notes G WARNING If you shift down on a slippery road surface in an attempt to increase the engine s braking effect the drive wheels could lose their grip There is an increased danger of skidding and accidents Do not shift down for additional engine braking on a slippery road surface Downhill...

Page 134: ...matically the engine and the ignition must be switched off the SmartKey must be in position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock or the Start Stop button must be in position 0 or 1 if Rthe electric parking brake is tested using a brake dynamometer Rthe vehicle is towed with one axle raised Braking triggered automatically by ESP may seriously damage the brake system All checks and maintenance work on the br...

Page 135: ...function display Especially for high performance driving it is important to maintain and have the brake system checked regularly Driving on wet roads Hydroplaning If water has accumulated to a certain depth on the road surface there is a danger of hydroplaning occurring even if Ryou drive at low speeds Rthe tires have adequate tread depth For this reason in the event of heavy rain or in conditions...

Page 136: ...emperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice The road may still be icy especially in wooded areas or on bridges You should pay special attention to road conditions when temperatures are around freezing point i For more information on driving with snow chains see Y page 250 Driving systems Cruise control Important safety notes Cruise control mainta...

Page 137: ...tomatically applying the brakes Storing the current speed or calling up the last stored speed G WARNING If you call up the stored speed and it differs from the current speed the vehicle accelerates or decelerates If you do not know the stored speed the vehicle could accelerate or brake unexpectedly There is a risk of an accident Pay attention to the road and traffic conditions before calling up th...

Page 138: ...yed in the multifunction display for approximately five seconds i The last speed stored is cleared when you switch off the engine AMG adaptive sport suspension system General notes The electronically controlled damping system works continuously This improves driving safety and ride comfort The damping is tuned individually to each wheel and depends on Ryour driving style e g sporty Rthe road surfa...

Page 139: ... until you hear a tone X To call up press AMG button The stored suspension tuning and drive program are selected X To display briefly press AMG button Your selection appears in the multifunction display PARKTRONIC Important safety notes PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with ultrasonic sensors It indicates visually and audibly the distance between your vehicle and an object PARKTRONIC is onl...

Page 140: ...ng care not to scratch or damage them Y page 224 Example side view Coupe Example top view Coupe Front sensors Center approx 40in approx 100cm Corners approx 24in approx 60cm Rear sensors Center approx 48in approx 120cm Corners approx 32in approx 80cm Minimum distance Center approx 12in approx 30cm Corners approx 12in approx 30cm If there is an obstacle within this range the relevant warning displa...

Page 141: ...ront areas activated P No areas activated One or more segments light up as the vehicle approaches an obstacle depending on the vehicle s distance from the obstacle From the Rsixth segment onwards you will hear an intermittent warning tone for approximately two seconds Rseventh segment onwards you will hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds This indicates that you have now reached the mi...

Page 142: ...nt safety notes The rear view camera is only an aid It is not a replacement for your attention to your immediate surroundings You are always responsible for safe maneuvering and parking When maneuvering or parking make sure that there are no persons animals or objects in the area in which you are maneuvering Under the following circumstances the rear view camera will not function or will function ...

Page 143: ...he COMAND display Blind Spot Assist Important safety notes Blind Spot Assist uses a radar sensor system to monitor the areas on both sides of your vehicle It supports you from speeds of approximately 20 mph 30 km h A warning display in the exterior mirrors draws your attention to vehicles detected in the monitored area If you then switch on the corresponding turn signal to change lanes you will al...

Page 144: ...e driving on the inner side of their lane Due to the nature of the system Rwarnings may be issued in error when driving close to crash barriers or similar solid lane borders Rwarnings may be interrupted when driving alongside particularly long vehicles e g trucks for a prolonged time The two sensors for Blind Spot Assist are integrated into the sides of the rear bumper Make sure that the bumper is...

Page 145: ...cle is detected in the monitoring range of Blind Spot Assist and you switch on the corresponding turn signal a double warning tone sounds Red warning lamp flashes If the turn signal remains on vehicles detected are indicated by the flashing of red warning lamp There are no further warning tones Switching on Blind Spot Assist X Make sure that Blind Spot Assist Y page 153 is activated in the on boar...

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Page 147: ...Useful information 146 Important safety notes 146 Displays and operation 146 145 On board computer and displays ...

Page 148: ...conditions such as Rspeed Routside temperature Rwarning indicator lamps Rmalfunction warning messages Rfailure of any systems Driving characteristics may be impaired If you must continue to drive do so with added caution Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible G WARNING Malfunction and warning messages are only indicated for certain systems and are intentionally not very det...

Page 149: ...call WX Increases reduces volume Switches on the Voice Control System see the separate operating instructions Press briefly back deactivates the Voice Control System and fades out display messages Press and hold selects the standard display A Selects the menu bar and selects menus 9 Press briefly selects a submenu or scrolls through lists In the Audio Audio menu selects a stored station an audio t...

Page 150: ...3 RAMG menu AMG menu Y page 157 Trip menu Standard display X Press and hold the button on the steering wheel until the Trip Trip menu with trip odometer and odometer is shown Trip computer From Start or From Reset The values in the From Start From Start submenu are calculated from the start of a journey whilst the values in the From Reset From Reset submenu are calculated from the last time the su...

Page 151: ...eedometer Resetting values You can reset the values of the following functions Rtrip odometer Rtrip computer From start Rtrip computer From reset X Press the or button to select the Trip Trip menu X Press the 9 or button to select the function that you wish to reset X Press a Resetting the trip computer From start example X Press the button to select Yes Yes and press the a button to confirm Navig...

Page 152: ...e of direction leads Distance to change of direction and visual distance display Lane recommendation Symbol for change of direction On multi lane roads lane recommendation may be shown for the next change of direction Lanes may be added during a change of direction Lane recommendation display example Uninterrupted lane New lane during a change of direction Lane recommended for the change of direct...

Page 153: ...on the equipment installed in the vehicle X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the Audio Audio menu CD player display example Current track X To select the next previous track briefly press the 9 or button X To select a track from the track list rapid scrolling press and hold the 9 or button until the desired track has been reached If track information is stored on the audio devic...

Page 154: ...e will search for a network In the meantime the Phone No Service Phone No Service display message appears in the multifunction display RPhone Ready Phone Ready or the name of the network provider the mobile phone has found a network and is ready to receive RPhone No Service Phone No Service there is no network available or the mobile phone is searching for a network Accepting a call If someone cal...

Page 155: ...1 X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the DriveAssist DriveAssist menu X Press a The current selection is displayed X To activate deactivate press a again Maintenance menu In the Serv Serv menu you can Rcall up display messages Y page 160 Rcheck the tire pressure electronically Y page 255 Rcall up the service due date Y page 218 Settings menu Introduction In the Settings Settings...

Page 156: ...witching the daytime running lamps on off This function is not available in Canada If you have activated the Daytime Daytime Running Running Lights Lights function and the light switch is in the Ã or c position the daytime running lamps are switched on automatically when the engine is running If it is dark the low beam headlamps switch on automatically In the dark the following also light up Rthe ...

Page 157: ...ff temporarily X Select key position 0 with the Start Stop button before leaving the vehicle X Select key position 2 and then key position 0 again with the Start Stop button The delayed switch off is deactivated Delayed switch off is reactivated the next time you start the engine Activating deactivating the interior lighting delayed switch off If you select key position 0 with the Start Stop butto...

Page 158: ...ry Exit function to activate or deactivate the EASY ENTRY EXIT feature Y page 86 X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the Settings Settings menu X Press the or 9 button to select the Convenience Convenience submenu X Press a to confirm X Press the or 9 button to select the Easy Entry Exit Easy Entry Exit function You will see the selected setting Activated Activated or Deactivated...

Page 159: ...ive program the AMG adaptive sport suspension system setting and the selected traction assist X Press or on the steering wheel to select the AMG AMG menu X Press the 9 button repeatedly until SETUP is displayed or X Press the AMG button on the center console Drive program C S S M ESP mode ON ON Sport Sport Handling Handling Mode Mode OFF OFF AMG adaptive sport suspension system setting COMFORT COM...

Page 160: ...Yes Yes If you stop the vehicle and select key position 1 with the Start Stop button the RACETIMER interrupts timing If you select key position 2 or 3 with the Start Stop button and then press a to select START START timing is continued Resetting the current lap X Stop the RACETIMER X Press the or button to select Reset Lap Reset Lap X Press a to reset the lap time to 0 Deleting all laps If you sw...

Page 161: ...driven Average speed Distance covered A Maximum speed Lap statistics This function is only available if you have stored at least two laps and have stopped the RACETIMER X Press or on the steering wheel to select the AMG AMG menu X Press the 9 button repeatedly until the lap evaluation is shown Each lap is shown in a separate submenu The fastest lap is indicated by flashing symbol Lap Lap time Aver...

Page 162: ...he messages have been remedied Certain display messages are accompanied by an audible warning tone or a continuous tone Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator s Manual Message memory The on board computer saves certain display messages You can call up the display messages in the message memory X Press or on the steering wheel to sele...

Page 163: ...due to a malfunction BAS and ESP are also deactivated There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop USA only J Canada only ABS and ESC ABS and ESC Inoperative See Inoperative See Operator s Manual Operator s Manual ABS ESP BAS and hill start assist are unavailable due to a malfunction In addition the h å and warning lamps light ...

Page 164: ...ake Parking Brake The indicator lamp red flashes and a warning tone sounds You are driving with the electric parking brake applied X Release the electric parking brake or X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The indicator lamp red flashes the warning lamp yellow lights up and a warning tone sounds The electric parking brake is malfunctioning and the braking effect is restricted While the vehi...

Page 165: ... to be displayed X Shift the transmission to P with the button in the center console X Prevent the vehicle from rolling away before you leave it X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The indicator lamp red flashes The power supply for the electric parking brake was interrupted X Pull the electric parking brake handle or X Pull away carefully or X Pull the electric parking brake handle until th...

Page 166: ...arking brake has been engaged or released It then goes out or remains lit The electric parking brake has overheated X Allow the vehicle to cool down Do not engage or release the electric parking brake during this time X Prevent the vehicle from rolling away before you leave it X When the vehicle has cooled down switch the ignition off and on again then engage or release the electric parking brake ...

Page 167: ... can result in an accident X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions Do not continue driving under any circumstances X Consult a qualified specialist workshop Do not add brake fluid This does not correct the malfunction Check Brake Pad Check Brake Pad Wear Wear The brake pads linings have reached their wear limit X Visit a qualified...

Page 168: ... cluster G WARNING If ESP and BAS are deactivated the danger of skidding and having an accident increases X Carefully drive a short distance making slight steering movements at a speed above 12 mph 20 km h until the display message disappears Front Passenger Front Passenger Airbag Enabled Airbag Enabled See Operator s See Operator s Manual Manual The front passenger air bag and front passenger kne...

Page 169: ...bag Disabled See Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator s Manual Operator s Manual display messages must not be shown in the multifunction display Wait for a period of at least 60 seconds until the necessary system checks have been completed This is necessary to make sure that the display messages do not appear in the multifunction display If these conditions are fulfilled the front passenge...

Page 170: ...the indicator lamp is on OCS has disabled the front passenger air bag Y page 42 Rthe Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator s Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator s Manual Manual or Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator s Manual Operator s Manual display messages must not be shown in the multifunction display Wait for a period of at least 60 s...

Page 171: ...unction Malfunction Service Required Service Required SRS has malfunctioned at the front on the left or right The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster G WARNING If SRS is malfunctioning individual systems may be triggered unintentionally or might not be triggered in the event of an accident with a high rate of vehicle deceleration In this condition the restraint system provides ...

Page 172: ... Rear Right Turn Signal Turn Signal The LEDs in the rear left or right hand indicator lamp do not light up X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Left Mirror Check Left Mirror Turn Signal Turn Signal or Check Check Right Right Mirror Mirror Turn Signal Turn Signal None of the LEDs in the left or right hand exterior mirrors light up X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Front Lef...

Page 173: ...eadlamp does not light up X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Check Left Left License License Plate Lamp Plate Lamp or Check Right Check Right License Plate Lamp License Plate Lamp The left or right hand license plate lamp does not light up X Replace the bulb Y page 97 b Backup Light Backup Light None of the LEDs in the backup lamp light up X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Che...

Page 174: ...hts are still switched on when you leave the vehicle A warning tone also sounds X Turn the light switch to Ã b Malfunction See Malfunction See Operator s Manual Operator s Manual The exterior lighting is defective X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Engine G WARNING Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You ...

Page 175: ...in visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately If the coolant temperature is over 248 120 do not continue driving The engine will otherwise be damaged The poly V belt may have torn A warning tone also sounds X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Check the poly V belt X If the poly V belt is not damaged do not start...

Page 176: ... The coolant level is too low X Add coolant observing the warning notes before doing so Y page 216 X If coolant needs to be added more often than usual have the engine coolant system checked at a qualified specialist workshop The coolant level is too low Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the cooling system The engine will otherwise be damaged The display messages and the corres...

Page 177: ...e legal requirements 4 Engine Oil Level Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Measured Cannot Be Measured The measuring system is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 4 Engine Oil Engine Oil Pressure Control Pressure Control See Operator s See Operator s Manual Manual The oil pressure sensor has reported a malfunction The oil pressure control is in emergency mode The engine lubrication is guarantee...

Page 178: ...k Fuel Filter Vehicles with a diesel engine there is water in the fuel filter The water must be drained off X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Driving systems Display messages Possible causes consequences and M M Solutions Cruise Control Cruise Control Inoperative Inoperative Cruise control is defective A warning tone also sounds X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Cruise Control Cruise C...

Page 179: ...e display message disappears if Rthe dirt e g slush drops away while the vehicle is in motion Rthe system detects that the sensors are fully available again Rthe radar sensor system is back within the operating temperature range If the display message continues to be displayed X Clean the sensors Y page 224 X Restart the engine Tires G WARNING Tires with tire pressures that are too low or too high...

Page 180: ... Y page 255 X If necessary change the wheel Y page 269 Tire Tire Press Press Warning Warning Caution Tire Caution Tire Malfunction Malfunction The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly The wheel position is shown in the multifunction display A warning tone also sounds G WARNING Insufficient tire pressure can cause the tires to burst the driving characteristics as well as steering...

Page 181: ... steering and braking may be greatly impaired There is a risk of an accident X Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking maneuvers Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so X Repair the faulty tire or change the wheel Y page 269 h Check Check Tire Tire Pressure Pressure The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly A warning tone also sounds G WAR...

Page 182: ...oft top X Fully open or close the soft top Y page 77 K Convertible Top Convertible Top Opening Closing Opening Closing Not Finished Not Finished The soft top is not fully opened or closed The hydraulics are depressurized X Fully open or close the soft top Y page 77 K Open Close Open Close Convertible Top Convertible Top Completely Completely The roof is not locked If you drive at speeds of more th...

Page 183: ...m X Add washer fluid Y page 217 SmartKey Display messages Possible causes consequences and M M Solutions Replace Replace Key Key Battery Battery The SmartKey batteries are discharged X Change the batteries Y page 64 Key Not Detected Key Not Detected red display message The SmartKey is not in the vehicle A warning tone also sounds When you switch off the engine you will be unable to restart it X Pu...

Page 184: ...e KEYLESS GO start function is temporarily malfunctioning or is defective A warning tone also sounds X Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock and turn it to the desired position Y page 113 Take Take Your Your Key Key From From Ignition Ignition The SmartKey is in the ignition lock X Remove the SmartKey Transmission Display messages Possible causes consequences and M M Solutions Apply Brake App...

Page 185: ...s selected X Make sure that the electric parking brake is applied X Prevent the vehicle from rolling away before you leave it Y page 232 X Notify a qualified specialist workshop or breakdown service If no transmission position and no drive program is displayed X Make sure that the electric parking brake is applied X Prevent the vehicle from rolling away before you leave it Y page 232 X Notify a qu...

Page 186: ...e from rolling away before you leave it Y page 232 X Consult a qualified specialist workshop d Transmission Oil Transmission Oil Cooling Cooling Malfunction Malfunction The transmission coolant pump is faulty The transmission may overheat X In the on board computer select the AMG AMG menu and check the transmission oil temperature X Avoid excessive loading e g due to dynamic driving X If the trans...

Page 187: ... the cause cannot be identified X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Ñ Rear Spoiler Rear Spoiler Inoperative Limit Inoperative Limit 200 km h 200 km h The rear spoiler cannot be fully extended and extends as far as possible The speed of the vehicle is limited to 125 mph 200 km h If the extension retraction of the rear spoiler is blocked e g by ice X Make sure that the cause of the block is elim...

Page 188: ...dd brake fluid This does not correct the malfunction F USA only Canada only The indicator lamp for the electric parking brake flashes and or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake lights up The electric parking brake is temporarily malfunctioning or defective G WARNING In this condition the vehicle is only of limited roadworthiness This can lead to an accident X Observe the additio...

Page 189: ... belt warning lamp lights up after the engine starts as soon as the driver s door or the front passenger door is closed The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt G WARNING If you do not wear the seat belt correctly it no longer offers the intended level of protection in the event of an accident Under certain circumstances this could cause severe or even fatal injuries in the e...

Page 190: ... injuries in the event of an accident X Fasten your seat belt Y page 49 The warning lamp goes out and the intermittent audible warning ceases There are objects on the front passenger seat The vehicle is being driven faster than 15 mph 25 km h or has briefly been driven faster than 15 mph 25 km h G WARNING If you place objects on the front passenger seat the system could identify the seat as being ...

Page 191: ...unction display Y page 166 X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop h å The yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamps and the yellow ABS warning lamp are lit while the engine is running ABS and ESP are malfunctioning Other systems e g BAS and hill start assist are unavailable due to a malfunction The brake system continues to function normally but without the functions listed above ...

Page 192: ...ns see Y page 56 h å The yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamps are lit while the engine is running ESP is not available due to a malfunction ESP will not stabilize the vehicle if it starts to skid or if a wheel starts to spin The brake system continues to function normally but without ESP G WARNING If ESP is unavailable due to a malfunction the danger of skidding and having an accident increases X ...

Page 193: ...ou must visit a qualified specialist workshop as soon as the yellow check engine warning lamp lights up This is due to the legal requirements in effect in these states If in doubt check whether such legal regulations apply in the state in which you are currently driving The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running The smoothness of the gear change is restricted The su...

Page 194: ...l filler cap is correctly closed X If the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed close the fuel filler cap X If the fuel filler cap is closed visit a qualified specialist workshop G WARNING Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be seriously burned Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burn...

Page 195: ...every two weeks when cold and inflated to the pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar or if available the tire pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard or the tire pressure label you should d...

Page 196: ...e malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of incompatible replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replaci...

Page 197: ...Useful information 196 Stowage areas 196 Features 198 195 Stowage and features ...

Page 198: ...ions RAlways make sure that objects do not protrude from stowage compartments parcel nets or stowage nets RClose lockable stowage compartments while driving RStow and secure objects that are heavy hard pointy sharp edged fragile or too large in the trunk Glove box X To open pull handle and open glove box flap X To close fold glove box flap upwards until it engages The glove box can be locked and u...

Page 199: ...ton on the left or right and slide the armrest in the direction of the arrow The armrest engages in two different detents i Roadster the stowage compartment can be locked and unlocked centrally using the SmartKey Y page 62 Stowage compartment in the rear center console X Press button The stowage compartment opens i In the stowage compartment you will find the ignition lock Y page 113 and the trunk...

Page 200: ...t Keep in mind that objects placed in the cup holder may come loose during braking vehicle maneuvers or in an accident and be thrown around in the vehicle interior Objects thrown around in the vehicle interior may cause an accident and or serious personal injury Cup holder in the center console Example Coupe X Open the armrest Y page 197 Cup holders are under the armrest Sun visors Overview of sun...

Page 201: ...icle even if they are secured in a child restraint system or with access to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious personal injury The children could Rinjure themselves on parts of the vehicle Rbe seriously or fatally injured through excessive exposure to extreme heat or cold Rinjure themselves or cause an accident with vehicle equ...

Page 202: ... engine is switched off the battery may discharge i You can also use the sockets when the ignition is switched off An emergency cut out ensures that the on board voltage does not drop too low If the on board voltage is too low the power to the sockets is automatically cut This ensures that there is sufficient power to start the engine Socket in the glove box X Open the glove box Y page 196 Lift up...

Page 203: ...ter The mbrace system The mbrace system provides various services e g Rautomatic and manual emergency call RRoadside Assistance call RMB Info call To adjust the volume during an mbrace call proceed as follows X Press the W or X button on the multifunction steering wheel or X Use the volume controller of COMAND You can find further information and a description of all available features under Owner...

Page 204: ...anually As soon as the emergency call has been initiated the indicator lamp in the SOS button flashes The Connecting Call Connecting Call message appears in the multifunction display The audio output is muted Once the connection has been made the Call Connected Call Connected message appears in the multifunction display All important information on the emergency is transmitted for example RCurrent...

Page 205: ...ercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button flashes while the call is active The Connecting Connecting Call Call message appears in the multifunction display The audio output is muted If a connection can be made the Call Call Connected Connected message appears in the multifunction display If a cellular phone network is available and there is sufficient...

Page 206: ...ble and there is sufficient GPS reception the mbrace system transmits data to the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center for example Rcurrent location of the vehicle Rvehicle identification number i The COMAND display shows that an mbrace call is active During the call you can change to the navigation menu by pressing the NAVI button on COMAND for example Voice output is not available A voice co...

Page 207: ...s or obtain the location of points of interest POIs important destinations in the surrounding area You are prompted to confirm route guidance to the address entered The system calculates the route and subsequently starts the route guidance with the address entered i If you select No No the address can be stored in the address book i The Destination Download function is available if the correspondi...

Page 208: ...ft alarm system is active for longer than 30 seconds mbrace automatically informs the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center Rear spoiler The rear spoiler improves the handling of the vehicle It adapts the vehicle s aerodynamics to the operating conditions dependent on the speed of the vehicle Example Coupe i If the vehicle is equipped with AMG adaptive sport suspension system the button is in t...

Page 209: ...ain when you have finished cleaning it X Close the trunk lid X Select key position 2 with the Start Stop button X To extend press button The rear spoiler is extended Button flashes until the rear spoiler has extended and then lights up in red X To retract press and hold button until the rear spoiler is completely retracted Button flashes until the rear spoiler has retracted and then goes out Rear ...

Page 210: ...allows you to operate up to three different door and gate systems i Certain garage door drives are incompatible with the integrated garage door opener If you have difficulty programming the integrated garage door opener contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Alternatively you can call the following telephone assistance services RUSA Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 FOR MERCede...

Page 211: ...ellow as soon as button or is programmed for the first time If the selected button has already been programmed indicator lamp will only light up yellow after ten seconds have elapsed X Release button or Indicator lamp flashes yellow X Point garage door remote control A towards buttons to on the rear view mirror at a distance of 2 to 8 inches 5 to 20 cm i The required distance between remote contro...

Page 212: ...d hold one of buttons to on the integrated garage door opener After a short time indicator lamp lights up yellow X Release the button Indicator lamp flashes yellow X Press button B of garage door remote control A for two seconds then release it for two seconds X Press button B again for two seconds X Repeat this sequence on button B of remote control A until indicator lamp lights up green If indic...

Page 213: ...in if necessary Clearing the memory of the integrated garage door opener on the rear view mirror X Select key position 2 with the Start Stop button X Press buttons and The indicator lamp lights up yellow X Press and hold buttons and until the indicator lamp turns green i Make sure that you clear the memory of the integrated garage door opener before selling the vehicle Charge maintenance socket Th...

Page 214: ...riving off check that the floormat is securely in place and adjust it if necessary A loose floormat could slip and hinder proper functioning of the pedals Do not place several floormats on top of each other as this may impair pedal movement X Slide the seat backwards X To install place the floormat in position X Press studs onto retainers X To remove pull the floormat off retainers X Remove the fl...

Page 215: ...Useful information 214 Engine compartment 214 Maintenance 217 Care 219 213 Maintenance and care ...

Page 216: ...partment such as the engine radiator and parts of the exhaust system can become very hot Working in the engine compartment poses a risk of injury Where possible let the engine cool down and touch only the components described in the following G WARNING Opening the hood when the engine is overheated or when there is a fire in the engine compartment could expose you to hot gases or other service pro...

Page 217: ...nsumes up to 0 9 US qt 0 8 l of oil over a distance of 600 miles 1000 km The oil consumption may be higher than this when the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at high engine speeds Depending on the engine the oil dipstick may be in a different location When checking the oil level Rpark the vehicle on a level surface Rthe engine should be switched off for approximately five minutes if the ...

Page 218: ... service system Rreplacing engine oil and oil filters after the interval for replacement specified by the service system has been exceeded Rusing engine oil additives Do not add too much oil adding too much engine oil can result in damage to the engine or to the catalytic converter Have excess engine oil siphoned off X Unscrew and remove oil filler cap with the integrated dipstick X Add engine oil...

Page 219: ...freeze comes into contact with hot components in the engine compartment it may ignite There is a risk of fire and injury Let the engine cool down before you add antifreeze Make sure that antifreeze is not spilled next to the filler neck Thoroughly clean the antifreeze from components before starting the engine G WARNING Windshield washer concentrate is highly flammable If it comes into contact wit...

Page 220: ...otes on the engine oil level Y page 215 Hiding a service message X Press the or a button on the steering wheel Displaying service messages X Switch on the ignition X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the Serv Serv menu X Press the 9 or button to select the ASSYST PLUS ASSYST PLUS submenu and confirm with a The service due date appears in the multifunction display Points to rememb...

Page 221: ... ice scraper You could otherwise scratch or damage the surfaces and protective film H Environmental note Dispose of empty packaging and cleaning cloths in an environmentally responsible manner Do not park the vehicle for an extended period right after cleaning it particularly after having cleaned the wheels with wheel cleaner Wheel cleaners could cause increased corrosion of the brake discs and br...

Page 222: ... mirrors could otherwise be damaged Make sure that Rthe side windows are fully closed Rthe ventilation heating is switched off the OFF button has been pressed the airflow control is set to position 0 Rthat the windshield wiper switch is in position 0 Otherwise the vehicle might be damaged In portal car washes the windshield wipers may be moved up the windshield by the cleaning brushes when the ign...

Page 223: ...This could damage wheel bolts and brake components Do not park the vehicle for an extended period right after cleaning it particularly after having cleaned the wheels with wheel cleaner Wheel cleaners could cause increased corrosion of the brake discs and brake pads linings For this reason you should drive for a few minutes after cleaning Braking heats the brake discs and brake pads thus drying th...

Page 224: ...ure to the painted surface Ensure that no resinous greasy or oily substances come into contact with the paint as these can leave a residue If such substances do come into contact with the painted surface accidentally remove these immediately with commercially available petroleum ether Do so carefully and do not apply too much pressure to the painted surface Tar stains or marks on the painted surfa...

Page 225: ...ows e g an ice scraper or ring There is otherwise a risk of damaging the windows Clean the water drainage channels of the windshield and the rear window at regular intervals Deposits such as leaves petals and pollen may under certain circumstances prevent water from draining away This can lead to corrosion damage and damage to electronic components Cleaning wiper blades G WARNING You could become ...

Page 226: ...plastic lenses of the mirror turn signals in the exterior mirror housing using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning agent e g Mercedes Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths Cleaning the sensors When cleaning the sensors with a power washer maintain a distance between the vehicle and the nozzle of the power washer of at least 11 8 in 30 cm Information about the correct distance is available from the equi...

Page 227: ...milar items You can otherwise damage the plastic Do not allow cosmetics insect repellent or sunscreen to come into contact with the plastic trim This maintains the high quality look of the surfaces X Wipe the plastic trim with a damp lint free cloth e g a microfiber cloth X Heavy soiling use car care and cleaning products recommended and approved by Mercedes Benz The surface may change color tempo...

Page 228: ...from a qualified specialist workshop Seat covers of other materials Observe the following when cleaning RClean artificial leather covers with a cloth moistened with a solution containing 1 detergent e g dish washing liquid RClean cloth covers with a microfiber cloth moistened with a solution containing 1 detergent e g dish washing liquid Rub carefully and always wipe entire seat sections to avoid ...

Page 229: ...Useful information 228 Where will I find 228 Flat tire 229 Battery 236 Jump starting 240 Towing and tow starting 242 Fuses 244 227 Breakdown assistance ...

Page 230: ...rtment X Open the Velcro fastener and remove the first aid kit i Check the expiration date on the first aid kit at least once a year Replace the contents if necessary and replace missing contents Vehicle tool kit Wheel change tool kit and jack11 The wheel change tool kit and the jack are located in the left hand stowage space in the trunk Left hand stowage space in trunk floor Lug wrench Towing ey...

Page 231: ...er s door TIREFIT kit Using the TIREFIT kit G WARNING TIREFIT is a limited repair device TIREFIT cannot be used for cuts or punctures larger than approximately 0 16 in 4 mm and tire damage caused by driving with extremely low tire inflation pressure or on a flat tire or a damaged wheel Do not drive the vehicle under such circumstances Contact the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center for assista...

Page 232: ...TIREFIT kit X Pull the cable and filler hose E out of the housing X Unscrew flanged cap A X Unscrew the cap from tire sealant bottle Make sure that the aluminum film is not damaged when doing so X Screw tire sealant bottle clockwise tightly onto flange seal F This pierces the aluminum film X Remove the cap from the valve on the faulty tire X Make sure that pressure release screw C is closed X Remo...

Page 233: ...sing TIREFIT In this case TIREFIT cannot seal the tire properly Do not drive any further Contact the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center for assistance or call Roadside Assistance If after five minutes a pressure of 180 kPa 1 8 bar 26 psi has not been achieved X Switch off the tire inflation compressor remove it and drive the vehicle approximately 30 ft 10 m forward or back This distributes th...

Page 234: ...facturer does not guarantee that all tire damage can be repaired using the TIREFIT kit particularly in the case of cuts and punctures with a diameter of more than four millimeters or on the sidewall The manufacturer is not responsible for damage caused by inappropriate use of the TIREFIT kit X Drive to the nearest workshop and have the tire changed there X Have the tire sealant bottle replaced as ...

Page 235: ...y approved by Mercedes Benz for your vehicle The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jacking points built into both sides of the vehicle The jack saddle must be placed centrally under the jacking point The jack must always be vertical when in use especially on inclines or declines The jack is intended only for lifting the vehicle briefly for wheel changes It is not suite...

Page 236: ...nting for the jack is centered between the front and rear wheel housings arrow G WARNING The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jacking points The jack saddle must be placed centrally under the jacking point If you do not position the jack correctly in the jacking point the vehicle can fall off the jack and seriously or fatally injure you or others The jack is designed ...

Page 237: ...y oil or grease to wheel bolts Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately Do not continue to drive under these circumstances Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tightened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to come off This could cause an accident Make sure to use the correct wheel bolts G WARNING Only use genuine Mer...

Page 238: ...edge are required when working on the battery e g removal and installing You should therefore have all work involving the battery carried out at a qualified specialist workshop G WARNING Work carried out incorrectly on the battery can for example lead to a short circuit and damage your vehicle s electronic system This can disrupt driving safety systems such as ABS anti lock braking system or ESP E...

Page 239: ...ay from batteries Wash battery acid immediately with water and seek medical attention H Environmental note Batteries contain dangerous substances It is against the law to dispose of them with the household rubbish They must be collected separately and recycled to protect the environment Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly manner Take discharged batteries to a qualified specialist w...

Page 240: ...ery condition of charge checked more frequently if you use the vehicle mainly for short trips or if you leave it standing idle for a lengthy period Consult a qualified specialist workshop if you wish to leave your vehicle parked for a long period of time i Remove the SmartKey if you park the vehicle and do not require any electrical consumers The vehicle will then use very little energy thus conse...

Page 241: ...ly adapted for Mercedes Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes Benz is available as an accessory It permits the charging of the battery in its installed position Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for further information and availability Charge the battery in accordance with the separate instructions for the accessory battery charger Read the battery charger s operating instruct...

Page 242: ...with identical polarity are connected RIt is particularly important to observe the described order when connecting and disconnecting the jumper cables RNever connect or disconnect the battery terminals while the engine is running G WARNING A discharged battery can freeze at temperatures below freezing point When jump starting the vehicle or charging the battery gases can escape from the battery Th...

Page 243: ...tal sections Rthe jumper cables cannot come into contact with parts such as the V belt pulley or the fan These parts move when the engine is started and while it is running X Press the electric parking brake handle X Shift the transmission to P with the button in the center console X Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock X Switch off all electrical consumers e g radio blower etc X Open the ho...

Page 244: ... rope or tow bar Observe the following notes G WARNING The rear axle locks when Rthe engine is not running Rthe engine stalls while the vehicle is being towed Rthere is a malfunction in the power supply or the vehicle s electrical system There is a risk of an accident In the event of a breakdown you should always have the vehicle transported G WARNING If the brake system or power steering is malfu...

Page 245: ... towing eye X Take the towing eye and the wheel wrench12 out of the wheel change tool kit Y page 228 The bracket for the removable towing eye is in the bumper at the front It is located under the cover X Pull out cover forwards X Take cover off the opening Removing the towing eye X Take the lug wrench12 from the wheel change tool kit Y page 228 X Insert the lug wrench handle into the towing eye an...

Page 246: ...le could be damaged X Start the engine X Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition and that the engine is running during the entire loading operation X Move the transmission to N with the E SELECT lever Check the transmission position in the instrument cluster As soon as the vehicle is loaded X Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by applying the electric parking brake X Shift ...

Page 247: ...lay and fuse information sheet is located with the wheel change toolkit in the trunk Fuse box in the footwell X To open remove the carpet over the footrest X Loosen screws on the floor panel using a suitable tool X Remove the floor panel X To close install the floor panel again X Screw in and tighten screws X Put in the carpet and press to secure The floor panel must be installed properly otherwis...

Page 248: ... the roll bars in the direction of the arrow X To close shut cover in the opposite direction to the arrow and press to secure The cover must be installed properly otherwise moisture or dirt could impair the function of the fuses 246 Fuses Breakdown assistance ...

Page 249: ...inter operation 250 Tire pressure 251 Loading the vehicle 258 Maximum load rating 261 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 261 Tire labeling 263 Definition of terms for tires and loading 266 Changing a wheel 269 Wheel and tire combinations 270 247 Wheels and tires ...

Page 250: ... bolts loosening and possibly an accident Retreaded tires are not tested or recommended by Mercedes Benz since previous damage cannot always be recognized on retreads The operating safety of the vehicle cannot be assured when such tires are used G WARNING If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance or you suspect that possible damage to your vehicle has occurred you should turn ...

Page 251: ...n the front wheels to full lock in order to inspect the inner side of the tire surface RAll wheels must have a valve cap to protect the valve against dirt and moisture Do not install anything on the valve such as tire pressure monitoring systems other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes Benz for your vehicle RRegularly check the pressure of all the tires including ...

Page 252: ...therefore traction and braking power Change the tires on your vehicle to M S tires Using summer tires at very cold temperatures could cause cracks to form thereby damaging the tires permanently Mercedes Benz cannot accept responsibility for this type of damage Snow chains G WARNING If snow chains are installed to the front wheels they may drag against the vehicle body or chassis components This co...

Page 253: ...ptimally in winter This is because these tires were specifically developed for driving in snow Use M S tires of the same make and tread on all wheels to maintain safe handling characteristics Always observe the maximum permissible speed specified for the M S tires you have mounted When you have mounted the M S tires X Check the tire pressures Y page 251 X Restart the tire pressure monitor Y page 2...

Page 254: ...s The tire pressure would otherwise be too low Observe the recommended tire pressure specifications for cold tires on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the B pillar on the driver s side i The specifications given on the following Tire and Loading Information placard are examples Tire pressure specifications are vehicle specific and may deviate from the data shown here The tire pressures ...

Page 255: ...des a tire pressure the tire pressure information following is only valid for that tire size The load conditions partially laden and fully laden are defined in the table for different numbers of passengers and amounts of luggage The actual number of seats may differ Example tire pressure table with tire dimensions Some tire pressure tables show only the rim diameters instead of the full tire size ...

Page 256: ... they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris potholes etc Example maximum permissible tire pressure i The actual values for tires are vehicle specific and may deviate from the values in the illustration Always observe the recommended tire pressure for your vehicle when adjusting the tire pressure Y page 251 Checking the tire pressures Important safety notes G WARNING Follow ...

Page 257: ... the tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning Rif the warning lamp is lit continuously the tire pressure on one or more tires is significantly too low The tire pressure monitor is not malfunctioning RUSA only if the warning lamp flashes for 60 seconds and then remains lit constantly the tire pressure monitor is malfunctioning G WARNING Each tire including the spare if provided should be c...

Page 258: ...nt tire pressure of each tire is shown in the multifunction display i The tire pressure values indicated by the on board computer may differ from those measured at a gas station with a pressure gauge The tire pressures shown by the on board computer refer to those measured at sea level At high altitudes the tire pressure values indicated by a pressure gauge are higher than those shown by the on bo...

Page 259: ...e displayed for the correct positions Restarting the tire pressure monitor When you restart the tire pressure monitor all existing warning messages are deleted and the warning lamps go out The monitor uses the currently set tire pressures as the specified values for monitoring In most cases the tire pressure monitor will automatically detect the new reference values e g if you have Rchanged the ti...

Page 260: ...ght all vehicle occupants the fuel and the cargo You can also find information about the maximum gross axle weight rating on the front and rear axle The maximum gross axle weight rating is the maximum weight that can be carried by one axle front or rear axle Never exceed the maximum load or the maximum gross axle weight rating for the front or rear axle B pillar driver s side Maximum permissible g...

Page 261: ...XXX lbs on your vehicle s Tire and Loading Information placard X Step 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle X Step 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX lbs X Step 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 l...

Page 262: ...ccupant 1 175 lbs 80 kg Occupant 2 195 lbs 88 kg Gross weight of all occupants 175 lbs 80 kg 370 lbs 168 kg Example 1 Example 2 Step 3 Permissible cargo and trailer load noseweight maximum gross vehicle weight rating from the Tire and Loading Information placard minus the gross weight of all occupants 1500 lbs 680 kg 175 lbs 80 kg 1325 lbs 600 kg 1500 lbs 680 kg 370 lbs 168 kg 1130 lbs 512 kg The ...

Page 263: ...Benz does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle Maximum load rating G WARNING Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly causing a blowout Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems or brake failure i The...

Page 264: ...p on a wet surface as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance G WARNING If ice has formed on the road tire traction will be substantially reduced Under such weather conditions drive steer and brake with extreme caution The safe speed on a wet snow covered or icy road is always lower than o...

Page 265: ...nd speed rating Y page 263 D Load index Y page 265 E Tire name i Tire data is vehicle specific and may deviate from the data in the example Tire size designation load bearing capacity and speed rating Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in Tire code Rim diameter A Load bearing index B Speed rating i Tire data is vehicle specific and may deviate from the data in the example General depending on the man...

Page 266: ...he specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly causing a blowout Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems or brake failure Example The load bearing index 91 is equivalent to a maximum load of 1356 lbs 615 kg that the tire can carry For further information o...

Page 267: ... h i Not all tires that have the M S identification offer the driving characteristics of winter tires In addition to the M S marking winter tires also have the i snowflake symbol on the tire wall Tires with this identification fulfill the requirements of the Rubber Manufacturers Association RMA and the Rubber Association of Canada RAC regarding the tire traction on snow and have been especially de...

Page 268: ...nufacturer as a code to describe specific characteristics of the tire Date of manufacture date of manufacture A provides information about the age of a tire The first and second positions represent the week of manufacture starting with 01 for the first calendar week Positions three and four represent the year of manufacture For example a tire that is marked with 3208 was manufactured in week 32 in...

Page 269: ...el on which the tire is mounted GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating The GAWR is the maximum gross axle weight rating The actual load on an axle must never exceed the gross axle weight rating The gross axle weight rating can be found on the vehicle identification plate on the B pillar on the driver s side Speed rating The speed rating is part of the tire identification It specifies the speed range for wh...

Page 270: ...two PSI pounds per square inch A standard unit of measure for tire pressure Aspect ratio Relationship between tire height and tire width in percent Tire pressure This is pressure inside the tire applying an outward force to each square inch of the tire s surface The tire pressure is specified in pounds per square inch psi in kilopascal kPa or in bar The tire pressure should only be corrected when ...

Page 271: ...us 68 kilograms 150 lbs times the vehicle s designated seating capacity Changing a wheel Flat tire The Breakdown assistance section Y page 229 contains information and notes on how to deal with a flat tire It also provides instructions on changing a wheel or mounting the spare wheel emergency spare wheel Rotating the wheels G WARNING Interchanging the front and rear wheels may severely impair the ...

Page 272: ...nly use Tires and wheels which have been approved by Mercedes Benz specifically for your vehicle These tires have been specially adapted for use with the control systems such as ABS or ESP and are marked as follows RMO Mercedes Benz Original RMOE Mercedes Benz Original Extended tires featuring run flat characteristics RMO1 Mercedes Benz Original only certain AMG tires Mercedes Benz Original Extend...

Page 273: ...s winter tires i The following pages contain information on approved wheel rims and tire sizes for equipping your vehicle with winter tires Winter tires are not available at the factory as standard equipment or optional extras If you wish to equip your vehicle with approved winter tires you will also require in certain circumstances wheel rims of an appropriate size as the sizes of approved winter...

Page 274: ...Winter tires variant 1 Front axle Winter tires 265 35 R19 98W XL M S Light alloy rim 9 5J x 19 H2 ET 60 or 9 5J x 19 H2 ET 59 Rear axle Winter tires14 295 30 R20 101W XL M S Light alloy rim 11J x 20 H2 ET 68 Winter tires variant 2 Front and rear axles Winter tires 255 35 R19 96V XL M S Light alloy rim 9 5J x 19 H2 ET 59 14 Snow chains not permitted 272 Wheel and tire combinations Wheels and tires ...

Page 275: ...information 274 Information regarding technical data 274 Genuine Mercedes Benz parts 274 Warranty 275 Identification plates 275 Service products and filling capaci ties 276 Vehicle data 282 273 Technical data ...

Page 276: ...reconditioned major assemblies and parts which are of the same quality as new parts They are covered by the same Limited Warranty entitlements as new parts Air bags and Emergency Tensioning Devices as well as control units and sensors for these restraint systems may be installed in the following areas of your vehicle Rdoors Rdoor pillars Rdoor sills Rseats Rdashboard Rinstrument cluster Rcenter co...

Page 277: ...d Accessories warranties You can obtain information about this from any authorized Mercedes Benz Center i Should you lose your Service and Warranty Information booklet have an authorized Mercedes Benz Center arrange for a replacement It will be mailed to you Identification plates Vehicle identification plate with vehicle identification number VIN and paint code number X Open the driver s door You ...

Page 278: ...vice fluids from coming into direct contact with your skin or clothing If a service fluid is swallowed contact a physician immediately Service products include the following RFuels RLubricants e g engine oil transmission oil RCoolant RBrake fluid RWindshield washer fluid RClimate control system refrigerant Components and service products must be matched You should therefore only use products that ...

Page 279: ...eeze agent Tank capacity 22 5 US gal 85 0 l Premium grade unleaded gasoline at least 91 octane average value between 96 RON 86 MON Reserve Approximately 3 7 US gal 14 0 l Automatic climate control Refrigerant R134a and special PAG lubricant never R 12 Windshield headlamp cleaning system 6 3 US qt 6 0 l MB windshield washer concentrate15 Y page 281 Mixing ratio for washer fluid Y page 281 Fuel Impo...

Page 280: ...checked immediately and repaired Excess unburned fuel can otherwise enter the catalytic converter leading to overheating and possibly causing a fire To ensure the longevity and full performance of the engine only premium grade unleaded gasoline may be used If there is no premium grade unleaded gasoline available and regular unleaded gasoline must be used please observe the following precautions Ro...

Page 281: ...uneven idle Rengine noise Rmisfiring Rloss of power Carbon deposits may form if the availability of gasoline with relevant additives is insufficient in certain regions In this case Mercedes Benz recommends additives approved for use in Mercedes Benz vehicles see http bevo mercedes benz com For a list of approved products consult an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Comply with the instructions for u...

Page 282: ...control is filled with R134a refrigerant and a special PAG lubricant Never use refrigerant R 12 CFC or mineral lubricants Otherwise you could damage the air conditioning system Brake fluid G WARNING Over a period of time the brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air this lowers its boiling point If the boiling point of the brake fluid is too low vapor pockets may form in the brake system when the ...

Page 283: ...l not be dissipated as effectively If the vehicle has lost coolant add equal amounts of water and antifreeze corrosion inhibitor Mercedes Benz recommends an antifreeze corrosion inhibitor concentrate in accordance with MB Specifications for Service Products 310 1 The coolant is checked with every maintenance interval at a qualified specialist workshop i When the vehicle is first delivered it is fi...

Page 284: ...ted here specifically refers to a vehicle with standard equipment Consult an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for the data for all vehicle variants and trim levels Vehicle dimensions Vehicle length 182 7 in 4640 mm Vehicle width including exterior mirrors 81 7 in 2075 mm Vehicle height 49 7 in 1262 mm Wheelbase 105 5 in 2680 mm Front track 66 2 in 1682 mm Rear track 65 0 in 1651 mm Ground clearance...

Page 285: ...d i The values specified may differ from the actual values depending on the tires load optional equipment and condition of the suspension Opening dimensions gullwing doors Range of movement exceeding vehicle width 14 3 in 362 mm Opening height 73 7 in 1 873 mm exterior mirrors folded in Opening height 76 6 in 1 946 mm exterior mirrors folded in i The values specified may differ from the actual val...

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