Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2010 Owner'S Manual Download

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level. When driving in mountainous areas,

note that the power output of the engine,

and consequently the vehicle's gradient-

climbing capability, decrease with increas-

ing altitude.

If the trailer swings from side to side:

Do not accelerate.

Do not counter-steer.

Brake if necessary.

Folding in the ball coupling

Fold the ball coupling back in if you are

not using the trailer tow hitch.

Risk of injury

Make sure that no persons or animals are in

the pivoting range of the ball coupling. Other-

wise, they could be injured.

Place the protective cap on the ball cou-

pling.

The release wheel is located behind the left-

hand side trim panel in the boot.

To open the cover: turn handle

anti-

clockwise and fold down cover

;

Pull out release wheel

;

Turn release wheel

;

anti-clockwise.

The ball coupling unlocks and lowers. Indi-

cator lamp

flashes.

Press the ball coupling in the direction of

the arrow until it engages behind the

bumper.

Indicator lamp

goes out and the mes-

sage in the multifunction display disap-

pears.

Trailer power supply

When it leaves the factory, your vehicle's

trailer socket is equipped with a permanent

power supply and a power supply that is

switched on via the ignition lock.
The permanent power supply is supplied via

trailer socket pin 9.
The power supply that is switched on via the

ignition lock is supplied via trailer socket pin

10.

Trailer towing

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Summary of Contents for E-Class 2010

Page 1: ... taken into account as Mercedes Benz constantly updates their vehicles to the state of the art and introduces changes in design and equipment Please therefore note that this PDF document in no way replaces the printed version which was delivered with your vehicle Internal use only Disclaimer The following version of the Owner s Manual describes all models series and special equipment of your vehic...

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Page 4: ...edes Benz therefore reserves the right to introduce changes in the following areas Rdesign Requipment Rtechnical features You cannot therefore base any claims on the data illustrations or descriptions contained in this manual The following are integral parts of the vehicle ROwner s Manual RBrief Instructions RService Booklet RSupplements relating to vehicle equipment Keep these documents in the ve...

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Page 6: ...ndscreen wipers 105 Climate control 119 Driving and parking 133 On board computer and displays 191 Loading stowing and features 243 Maintenance and care 257 Breakdown assistance 271 Tyres and wheels 297 Technical data 309 Contents 3 BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 3 ...

Page 7: ... 127 Rear control panel 123 Setting the air distribution 126 Setting the airflow 126 Setting the air vents 130 Setting the temperature 125 Setting the temperature rear compartment 125 Switching the residual heat func tion on off 129 THERMATIC 2 zone automatic cli mate control 121 Air conditioning system see Climate control Air dehumidification Activating deactivating with cool ing 124 Air distribu...

Page 8: ...easing the parking lock man ually 148 Selector lever 142 Starting 136 Trailer towing 144 Axle load permissible Rear trailer towing 324 B Backrest display message 232 Bag hook 248 Ball coupling Folding in 189 Folding out 186 BAS Brake Assist System 56 BAS PLUS Brake Assist System Plus 56 Battery Changing key 68 Charging 287 Checking key 68 Disconnecting 286 Display message 223 Important safety guid...

Page 9: ... Tail pipes 268 Trailer coupling 268 Trim strips 269 Wheels 264 Wind deflector 266 Windows 267 Wiper blades 267 Wooden trim 269 CD player CD changer on board computer 200 Central locking Automatic locking on board com puter 208 Key 66 Central unlocking Key 66 Centre console 27 Changing bulbs Headlamps 113 Changing gears 143 Child proof locks Child seat lock 45 Children In the vehicle 44 Restraint ...

Page 10: ...ng on off on board com puter 205 Delayed switch off Exterior lighting on board com puter 207 Interior lighting on board com puter 207 Diesel particle filter 154 Digital speedometer 197 Dipped beam headlamps Display message 217 Setting for driving on the right left on board computer 206 Symmetrical 157 Display cleaning instructions 268 Display messages ASSYST PLUS service interval dis play 262 Brak...

Page 11: ...er towing 187 Wet road surface 155 Winter 157 DVD audio on board computer 200 Dynamic handling package with sports mode 172 E EASY ENTRY feature 96 100 Activating deactivating on board computer 208 EASY EXIT feature 100 Activating deactivating on board computer 208 Crash responsive 100 EBD Electronic Brake force Distribution Function notes 58 EBV electronic brake force distribution Display message...

Page 12: ...TENTION ASSIST Fault message see Display message Fire extinguisher 274 First aid kit 274 Fitting removing the AIRCAP draught stop 85 Flat tyre Changing a wheel fitting the spare wheel 280 MOExtended run flat system 284 Preparing the vehicle 275 Raising the vehicle 281 TIREFIT kit 276 Floormat 254 Frequencies Mobile phone 311 Two way radio 311 Front foglamp display message 219 Fuel Notes 313 Notes ...

Page 13: ...r lighting Intelligent Light System Display message 221 Setting dipped beam headlamps for driving on the right left on board computer 206 Switching on off on board com puter 206 Interior lighting Automatic control system 112 Delayed switch off on board computer 207 Emergency lighting 112 Manual control 112 Reading lamp 112 Interior motion sensor 62 ISOFIX child seat securing system 47 J Jack Stora...

Page 14: ...ight sensor display message 221 LIM indicator lamp Cruise control 158 DISTRONIC PLUS 162 Variable SPEEDTRONIC 170 Loading guidelines 244 Locking Automatic 71 Emergency locking 71 From the inside central locking button 70 Locking verification signal on board computer 208 Luggage cover see Boot separator Luggage net 246 Lumbar support 4 way lumbar support 97 M Main beam headlamps display message 219...

Page 15: ... cluster submenu 204 Light submenu 205 Menu overview 196 Message memory 210 Navigation menu 198 Operating the TV 200 Operating video DVD 200 Operation 193 Service menu 204 Settings menu 204 Standard display submenu 197 Telephone menu 200 Time Date submenu 205 Trip menu 197 Vehicle submenu 207 Operating system see On board computer Outside temperature Display 193 Overhead control panel Overview 29 ...

Page 16: ...ure Panorama sliding sunroof 88 Range on board computer 197 Rear compartment Setting the air vents 131 Setting the temperature 125 Rear compartment seat belt sta tus indicator 43 Rear foglamp display message 219 Rear seat backrest Display message 232 Folding forwards back 246 Rear seat backrest display mes sage 232 Rear view mirror Anti dazzle mode automatic 102 Dipping manual 101 Rear window blin...

Page 17: ...ching AIRSCARF on off 98 Switching seat heating on off 97 Switching the seat ventilation on off 98 Seat ventilation Malfunction indicator lamp 98 Sensors cleaning instructions 267 Service indicator see ASSYST PLUS service interval display Service menu on board computer 204 Service products Brake fluid 316 Coolant engine 317 Engine oil 315 Fuel 313 Important safety notes 313 Notes 313 Settings Fact...

Page 18: ...ndicator on board com puter 194 Steering display message 233 Steering wheel Adjusting electrically 100 Adjusting manually 99 Buttons on board computer 193 Important safety instructions 99 Memory function storing set tings 100 Storing settings memory func tion 103 Steering wheel gearshift paddles 145 Stowage compartments Armrest under 245 Centre console 245 Cup holder 249 Glove compartment 244 Stow...

Page 19: ...cator for LED lamps 190 Coupling up 186 Decoupling 187 Display message 218 Power supply 189 Trailer coupling cleaning instruc tions 268 Trailer coupling display message 232 Trailer loads Technical data 323 Trailer tow hitch 186 Trailer towing 144 Blind Spot Assist 185 Driving tips 187 ESP 58 Mounting dimensions 322 Parking Guidance 180 Parktronic 176 Transmission position display 143 Transmission ...

Page 20: ...and indicator lamps LIM cruise control 158 LIM Distronic Plus 162 LIM variable Speedtronic 170 Warning triangle 273 Wheel bolt tightening torque 284 Wheel chock 281 Wheels Changing replacing 302 Changing a wheel 280 Checking 299 Cleaning 264 Fitting a wheel 283 Guidelines to be observed 298 Removing a wheel 283 Tightening torque 284 Wheel size tyre size 303 Wind deflector see AIRCAP Wind deflector...

Page 21: ...n acceleration Rchange gear in good time and use each gear only up to 2 3 of its maximum engine speed Rswitch off the engine in stationary traffic Returning used vehicles Mercedes Benz will take back your Mercedes Benz to dispose of it in an environ mentally responsible manner in accordance with the European Union EU End of Life Vehicles Directive The End of Life Vehicles Directive applies to vehi...

Page 22: ...rried out at a qualified specialist workshop G Risk of accident If you drive over obstacles at high speed or if the vehicle bottoms out in rough terrain it could cause heavy impacts to the vehicle underbody tyres or wheels This could cause your vehicle to be damaged which in turn might lead to an accident This also applies to vehicles which are equipped with underbody protection You should therefo...

Page 23: ...critical for vehicle operation are equipped with fault data memories as stand ard There are also memories dedicated to storing the technical reactions of vehicle components to driving situations e g the triggering of an airbag ESP intervention This data is used exclusively to Rassist in the rectification of faults and defects Rhelp Mercedes Benz optimise and develop vehicle functions The data cann...

Page 24: ...3 Instrument cluster 24 Multifunction steering wheel 26 Centre console 27 Overhead control panel 29 Door control panel 30 21 At a glance BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 21 ...

Page 25: ...the windscreen 127 Cleaning the windows 267 C Sliding sunroof Coupé 87 Function Page D Exterior mirrors 101 E Windscreen wipers 115 F Opening the bonnet 259 Engine oil 260 Coolant 261 G Towing 290 H Tyres and wheels 298 Flat tyre 275 22 Exterior view At a glance BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 22 ...

Page 26: ...NIC 120 D Ignition lock 135 Start Stop button 135 Function Page E Adjusts the steering wheel manually 99 F Adjusts the steering wheel electrically 99 G Combination switch 108 H Parking brake 153 I On board diagnostics con nection J Opens the bonnet 259 K Releases the parking brake 153 L Light switch 106 M Headlamp range adjust ment 110 Cockpit 23 At a glance BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa...

Page 27: ... display 194 A Coolant temperature gauge 192 Function Page B Rev counter 192 C Clock 205 D Instrument cluster lighting brightness control turn clockwise or anti clockwise 24 Instrument cluster At a glance BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 24 ...

Page 28: ...C Distance warning lamp 242 D Turn signal 108 E Seat belt 236 Function Page F SRS 240 G Engine diagnostics 240 H Brakes 236 I Coolant 241 J ABS 238 K Dipped beam headlamps 107 L Main beam headlamps 108 M Reserve fuel 241 Instrument cluster 25 At a glance BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 25 ...

Page 29: ... the volume 8 Mute Activates voice control see the separate operating instructions Function Page A Back or deactivates voice control B Selects a menu 196 9 Selects the submenu or scrolls through lists 196 a Confirms selections and hides display messages 26 Multifunction steering wheel At a glance BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 26 ...

Page 30: ...on1 138 E PARKTRONIC 174 Function Page F Rear window roller sunblind 251 G Dynamic driving package with sports mode 172 H Ashtray 252 Cigarette lighter 252 Power socket 253 I Gear lever 141 Selector lever 142 J Stowage compartment 244 Cup holder 249 K Stowage compartment 244 L Audio COMAND controller M Selects the drive program 144 1 Only vehicles with ECO start stop function Centre console 27 At ...

Page 31: ...at head restraints 95 Function Page H Dynamic driving package with sports mode 172 I Ashtray 252 Cigarette lighter 252 Power socket 253 J Gear lever 141 Selector lever 142 K Stowage compartment 244 Cup holder 249 L Stowage compartment 244 M AIRCAP 84 N Opens and closes the side windows 73 O Opens and closes the soft top 77 P Audio COMAND controller Q Selects the drive program 144 1 Only vehicles w...

Page 32: ...te tow away protection 61 A Rear view mirror 101 Function Page B 3 To open close the panorama sliding sunroof with roller sunblind Coupé only 88 C ê To deactivate the interior motion sensor 62 D p To switch the left hand reading lamp on off 112 E c To switch the front interior lighting on off 112 Overhead control panel 29 At a glance BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01...

Page 33: ...pens the door 70 A 7Zª Adjusts and folds the exte rior mirrors in out electri cally 101 B W Opens closes the side windows 74 C n Activates deacti vates the override feature for the side windows in the rear compartment 54 D o Opens the boot lid 73 30 Door control panel At a glance BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 30 ...

Page 34: ... equipment 32 Occupant safety 32 Children in the vehicle 44 Driving safety systems 55 Anti theft systems 60 31 Safety BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 31 ...

Page 35: ...rbag deployment only provides increased protection if the seat belt is worn correctly because Rthe seat belt helps to keep the vehicle occupant in the best position in relation to the airbag Rfor example in a head on collision the seat belt can more adequately prevent the occupant from being propelled towards the point of the impact and is thus better suited to prevent injury Therefore in accident...

Page 36: ...Centre for this purpose In particular work relevant to safety or on safety related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop Triggering of belt tensioners belt force limiters and airbags In the event of a collision the airbag control unit evaluates important physical data relat ing to the vehicle deceleration or acceleration during the first stage of the collision such as Rdur...

Page 37: ...nd restricts the movement of the vehicle occupant If the airbags are deployed you will hear a bang and a small amount of powder may also be released Only in rare cases will the bang affect your hearing The powder that is released generally does not constitute a health hazard The 6 SRS warning lamp lights up The SRS AIRBAG symbol indicates the instal lation location of the airbags G Risk of injury ...

Page 38: ...ere are no people ani mals or objects between the vehicle occu pants and the area of deployment of the airbag RDo not place any objects between the seat backrest and the door RDo not hang any hard objects for example coat hangers on the grab handles or coat hooks RDo not attach accessories such as drinks can holders to the doors rear sidewalls It is not possible to rule out a risk of injuries caus...

Page 39: ...ssenger seat or has been fitted incorrectly Do not place heavy objects on the front passenger seat This could cause the sys tem to identify the seat as being occupied In the event of an accident the restraint systems on the front passenger side are triggered Have restraint systems that have been triggered replaced Driver s kneebag i The driver s kneebag is only available in certain countries The d...

Page 40: ...he front of the vehicle on the side on which the impact occurs Headbags deploy in the area of the side windows at the front They are deployed Ron the side on which an impact occurs Rat the start of an accident with a high rate of lateral vehicle deceleration or accelera tion e g in a side impact Rindependently of seat belt use Rregardless of whether the front passenger seat is occupied Rindependen...

Page 41: ... deployed Ron the side on which an impact occurs Rat the start of an accident with a high rate of lateral vehicle deceleration or accelera tion e g in a side impact Rregardless of whether the front passenger seat is occupied Rindependently of seat belt use Rindependently of the front airbags Roll bar Cabriolet The roll bars are under the rear head restraints They are extended if systems detect tha...

Page 42: ... is reduced again All settings made by PRE SAFE can then be reversed If the seat belts are not released X Move the backrest or the seat back slightly until the belt pretensioning is reduced The locking mechanism releases G Warning Make sure that nobody can become trapped as you adjust the seat Make sure that there are no objects in the footwell or behind the seats when moving the seat back There i...

Page 43: ...vent of an accident Make sure that all occupants in particular pregnant women wear their seat belt cor rectly at all times RThe seat belt must fit snugly on your body and must not be twisted Therefore you should avoid wearing bulky clothing e g a winter coat The shoulder belt section must be routed across the centre of your shoulder on no account across your neck or under your arm and pulled tight...

Page 44: ...ot damaged or dirty Always have damaged seat belts or seat belts that have been subjected to a load in an acci dent replaced at a qualified specialist work shop Consult a qualified specialist workshop which has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required Mercedes Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes Benz Service Centre for this pur pose For safety reasons Mercede...

Page 45: ...he seat belt with release button see Releasing seat belts Y page 42 Seat belt adjustment The belt adjustment function adjusts the driv er s and front passenger seat belt to the upper body of the occupants The belt strap is tightened slightly when Ryou engage the belt tongue in the belt buckle and you then turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock Rthe key is in position 2 in the ignition loc...

Page 46: ... certain countries Belt tensioners belt force limiters The seat belts are fitted with belt tensioners If the front passenger seat is not occu pied do not engage the seat belt tongue in the buckle on the front passenger seat Otherwise the belt tensioner could be trig gered in the event of an accident The belt tensioners tighten the seat belts in an accident pulling them close against the body Belt ...

Page 47: ...n herself himself on them If a child opens a door the child or other per sons could be injured as a result They could get out and injure themselves or be injured by a passing vehicle G Risk of injury Unsecured or incorrectly positioned loads increase the risk of injury for children and all other occupants in the event of Ran accident Ra braking manoeuvre Ra sudden change of direction Do not carry ...

Page 48: ...traint systems should be fitted to the rear seats Children are generally better pro tected there The entire base of the child restraint system must always rest on the seat cushion There fore never place objects e g a cushion under the child restraint system Only use child restraint systems with the orig inal cover designed for them Only replace damaged covers with genuine Mercedes Benz covers We r...

Page 49: ...r seat if there is no child restraint system with auto matic child seat recognition fitted to the front passenger seat Ron vehicles with automatic child seat rec ognition on the front passenger seat if the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF warning lamp 4 is not lit To make you aware of this danger a corre sponding warning sticker has been affixed on the dashboard and on both sides of the sun visor on the front...

Page 50: ...ly fitted child restraint system cannot perform its intended protec tive function in the event of an accident and could lead to injuries i If the front passenger front airbag is dis abled by the automatic child seat recogni tion the following remain activated on the front passenger side Rthe sidebag RCabriolet the headbag RCoupé the windowbag Rthe belt tensioners G Risk of injury Do not place elec...

Page 51: ...child seat securing system on the rear seats We recommend the use of ISOFIX child restraint systems which have been approved for Mercedes Benz vehicles An incorrectly fitted child restraint system could come loose and seriously or even fatally injure the child or other vehicle occupants When fitting the child restraint system always make sure that it is engaged correctly in the securing rings on b...

Page 52: ...ion of the arrow Cover is raised slightly at the front X Fold up cover of Top Tether anchorage X Route Top Tether belt A on the left and right past head restraint X Hook Top Tether hook into Top Tether anchorage X Make sure that Top Tether belt A is not twisted X Fit the ISOFIX child restraint system with Top Tether Comply with the manufactur er s installation instructions when doing so Make sure ...

Page 53: ...ront passenger seat Automatic child seat recognition is malfunctioning It is also possible that the 6 SRS warning lamp lights up and or the 4 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF warning lamp does not light up briefly when you switch the ignition on X Remove electronic equipment from the front passenger seat e g Rlaptop Rmobile phone Rcards with transponders such as ski passes or access cards If the 4 PASSENGER A...

Page 54: ... table Recommended child restraint systems 7 Vehicles with automatic child seat recognition on the front passenger seat a child restraint system of the Universal category with automatic child seat recognition must be fitted The 4 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF warning lamp must be lit 8 U suitable for child restraint systems of the Universal category approved for use in this weight category 9 UF suitable fo...

Page 55: ...ize category D C B B1 A Equipment ISO R2 ISO R3 ISO F2 ISO F2X ISO F3 Rear seat left and right IL16 IL16 IUF17 IUF17 IUF17 14 X this position is unsuitable 15 IL as recommended see the following table of Recommended ISOFIX child seat securing systems 16 IL as recommended see the following table of Recommended ISOFIX child seat securing systems 17 IUF suitable for forward facing ISOFIX child seat s...

Page 56: ...7 00 No18 KIDFIX E1 04 301198 A 000 970 18 00 No18 A000 970 19 00 Yes Recommended ISOFIX child seat securing systems Weight categories Group 0 up to 10 kg Group 0 up to 10 kg Group 0 up to 10 kg Group 0 up to 13 kg Group 0 up to 13 kg Group 0 up to 13 kg Size cate gory E F G C D E Manufac turer Britax Römer Type BABY SAFE ISOFIX PLUS Type approval number E1 04 301146 Category Universal 18 For chil...

Page 57: ...pe DUO PLUS Type approval number E1 03 301133 E1 04 301133 Category Universal Order num ber A 000 970 11 00 Automatic child seat recognition Yes Child proof locks Override feature for the rear side win dows G Risk of accident and injury Activate the override switch for the rear side windows if children are travelling in the vehi cle Otherwise the children could open the side windows while the vehi...

Page 58: ...n ditions Maintain sufficient distance from other road users and objects on the road i In wintry driving conditions always use winter tyres M S tyres and if necessary snow chains Only in this way will the driv ing safety systems described in this section work as effectively as possible ABS Anti lock Braking System Important safety guidelines G Risk of accident Do not depress the brake pedal severa...

Page 59: ...he traffic conditions Otherwise you may recognise dangers too late cause an accident and injure yourself and others BAS PLUS can detect obstacles that are in the path of your vehicle for an extended period of time Should you approach a detected obsta cle quickly BAS PLUS calculates the braking force necessary to avoid a rear end collision Should you additionally apply the brakes BAS PLUS will auto...

Page 60: ...page 110 ESP Electronic Stability Program Important safety notes If ESP detects that the vehicle is deviating from the direction desired by the driver one or more wheels are braked to stabilise the vehicle If necessary the engine output is also modified to keep the vehicle on the desired course within physical limits ESP assists the driver when pulling away on wet or slip pery roads ESP can also s...

Page 61: ... is unavailable due to a malfunction The risk that your vehicle may start to skid then increases in certain situa tions Always adapt your driving style to the prevail ing road and weather conditions X To activate Y page 203 The å warning lamp in the instrument cluster goes out ESP trailer stabilisation If your trailer begins to lurch you can only stabilise the vehicle trailer combination by depres...

Page 62: ...er and passengers have fastened their seat belts PRE SAFE Brake can also can also perform the following at speeds of above approximately 30 km h Rbrake the vehicle automatically from a speed of up to approximately 200 km h Rtrigger preventative passenger protection measures PRE SAFE G Risk of accident PRE SAFE Brake is only an aid to assist you when driving You are responsible for main taining a s...

Page 63: ... 203 The Ä symbol appears in the lower mul tifunction display as long as the HOLD function is not activated Y page 172 On vehicles with parking guidance the P gear must be engaged for the icon to be displayed The radar sensor system is switched off auto matically in the vicinity of radio telescope facilities Y page 324 For PRE SAFE Brake to assist you when driv ing the radar sensor system must be ...

Page 64: ...e alarm using KEYLESS GO grasp the outside door handle The key must be outside the vehicle The alarm is switched off or X Press the Start Stop button on the dash board The key must be inside the vehicle The alarm is switched off Tow away protection An audible and visual alarm is triggered if your vehicle s angle of inclination is altered while tow away protection is primed This occurs if the vehic...

Page 65: ...YLESS GO you can also lock the vehicles by touching the door handle on the outside The interior motion sensor is primed after approximately 30 seconds i Cabriolet in some countries the interior motion sensor is primed even if the soft top is open The vehicle should only be parked with the soft top closed however to pre vent insects or falling leaves for example from causing false alarms Deactivati...

Page 66: ...icle is unlocked again Ra door is opened and closed again Rthe vehicle is locked again Anti theft systems 63 Safety BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 63 Z ...

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Page 68: ...uipment 66 Key 66 Doors 70 Boot 72 Side windows 73 Soft top Cabriolet 76 Sliding sunroof Coupé 87 65 Opening and closing BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 65 ...

Page 69: ...the boot lid To unlock the vehicle Battery charge indicator lamp When unlocking the turn signals flash once When locking they flash three times You can also set an audible signal to confirm that the vehicle has been locked or unlocked The audible signal can be activated and deac tivated using the on board computer Y page 208 X To unlock centrally press the but ton If you do not open a door or the ...

Page 70: ...lock centrally press the button The KEYLESS GO function is changed as fol lows X To unlock the driver s door touch the inner surface of the door handle on the driver s door X To unlock centrally touch the inner sur face of the front passenger door handle X To lock centrally touch sensor sur face on one of the door handles Restoring the factory settings X Press the and buttons simulta neously for a...

Page 71: ...to a special collection point for old batteries Checking the battery X Press the or button The battery is working properly if the bat tery check lamp lights up briefly Changing the battery You require a CR 2025 3 V cell battery X Take the emergency key element out of the key Y page 67 X Press the emergency key element into the opening in the key in the direction of arrow until cover of the battery...

Page 72: ...nlocked for an extended period X Pull the door handle and then turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock There is a fault with KEYLESS GO X Lock unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the key Point the tip of the key at the driver s door handle from close range and press the button X Have the key checked at a qualified specialist workshop There is interference from a powerfu...

Page 73: ... from inside the vehicle even if it has been locked 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 side window closes again The side windows will not open close if the battery is discharged or if the side win dows have iced up It will then not be pos...

Page 74: ...Take the emergency key element out of the key Y page 67 X Insert the emergency key element into the lock of the driver s door as far as it will go X Turn the emergency key element anti clockwise to position 1 The door is unlocked i On right hand drive vehicles turn the emergency key element clockwise X Turn the emergency key element back and remove it Locking the vehicle emergency key element Emer...

Page 75: ...running The boot lid swings upwards when opened Therefore make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the boot lid Do not leave the key in the boot You could otherwise lock yourself out The boot lid can be Ropened and closed manually Ropened automatically from outside Ropened automatically from inside Opening closing manually Opening X Press the button on the key X Pull handle Closing G Ris...

Page 76: ...t emergency release The boot lid swings upwards when opened Therefore make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the boot lid If the boot can no longer be unlocked with the key or KEYLESS GO X Take the emergency key element out of the key Y page 67 X Insert the emergency key element into the boot lid lock as far as the stop X Turn the emergency key element anti clockwise as far as it will ...

Page 77: ...erride feature if children are travelling in the vehicle They could otherwise open side windows while the vehicle is in motion and thereby injure themselves or oth ers Opening and closing the side win dows Front left Front right Rear right Rear left The switches for all side windows are located on the driver s door There is also a switch on the front passenger door as well as on the doors in the r...

Page 78: ...and the panorama sunroof are in the desired position If the roller sunblind of the panorama sliding sunroof is closed the roller sunblind is opened first X Press and hold the button again until the panorama sliding sunroof is in the desired position Convenience closing Coupé General notes When you lock the vehicle you can simulta neously Rclose the side windows Rclose the panorama sliding sunroof ...

Page 79: ...nnot be closed and you cannot see the cause G Risk of injury Closing the side windows with increased force or without the anti entrapment feature could lead to serious or even fatal injury Make sure that nobody can become trapped when clos ing the side windows If a side window is obstructed during closing and reopens again slightly X Immediately after the window blocks pull on the corresponding sw...

Page 80: ...load Rthere must not be any objects on the soft top compartment cover Rthe boot lid must be closed Rthe fabric must not be dirty wet or fro zen Opening and closing with the soft top switch Important safety notes G Risk of injury Make sure nobody can be trapped or injured by moving parts such as the soft top linkage or soft top compartment cover when opening or closing the soft top Release the soft...

Page 81: ...nt immediately release the or button on the key The soft top mechanism stops immediately Opening and closing i The key must be near the handle of the driver s door X Point the tip of the key at the driver s door handle X To open press and hold the button on the key until the soft top is fully opened The Top in operation message appears in the multifunction display The seat ven tilation is switched...

Page 82: ...ool kit Y page 274 X Take the hex socket wrench out of the Owner s Manual wallet and keep it with you X To open the cover on the left hand side in the boot turn rotary catch anti clockwise and fold down cover X Insert hex socket wrench into valve screw on the hydraulic pump X Turn valve screw of the hydraulic pump with hex socket wrench anti clockwise a full turn Left trim in the boot example X On...

Page 83: ...Pull the straps between the soft top com partment hinges and the soft top compart ment i Do not pull the straps as long as the boot is open X Place straps E on the cover of the soft top compartment X Take the hex socket wrench and the vehi cle key out of the boot if necessary X Close the boot lid i You can only access the boot again once you have fully closed the soft top manually The boot lid mus...

Page 84: ...strated X Use the other hand to support yourself on the edge of the boot lid as illustrated X Move soft top compartment cover F into an upright position as far as it will go Pull the cover to the rear applying constant force G Risk of injury Do not reach between the cover halves and the hinges You could otherwise become trap ped X Reach under the tip of soft top G in the soft top compartment from ...

Page 85: ...th the material tensioning frame during the following step X Lower soft top compartment cover L X With your hand flat press down the mate rial tensioning frame until it rests on soft top support M of the soft top compart ment cover G Risk of injury You could trap your hands Do not push the soft top compartment cover forwards in front of the soft top support with your hands X With your hand flat pr...

Page 86: ...top switch Boot separator General notes The boot separator can be used to cover lug gage and loads in the boot The soft top can only be opened when the boot separator is closed To avoid damaging the soft top or load when folding back the soft top observe the following Rwhen the boot separator is open do not place any objects in or behind the net on the side that are so long they could obstruct the...

Page 87: ...t ably with the soft top down AIRCAP reduces the draught for the driver and passengers in both the front and the rear compartment in a vehicle with the soft top down You can open or close AIRCAP either when the vehicle is stationary or when driving up to a speed of 160 km h AIRCAP has the following components Ra wind deflector between the windscreen and the soft top Ran AIRCAP draught stop between...

Page 88: ...dicator lamps on the AIRCAP but ton go out Wind deflector retracts The head restraints on the rear bench seats and AIRCAP draught stop move to the low est position simultaneously i If there are passengers wearing seat belts in the rear compartment the head restraints on the rear bench seats and the AIRCAP draught stop remain in the upper position Retracting the head restraints on the rear bench se...

Page 89: ...ards slightly when doing so Fitting X Keeping the AIRCAP draught stop horizon tal guide it into the slot between the head restraints in the direction of the arrow with both racks straight down X Push the AIRCAP draught stop down until the bolts are at the same height as the brackets on the head restraints X Insert the bolts into the brackets on both sides X Tighten the bolts with the 4 mm hex sock...

Page 90: ...een deactivated automatically for safety reasons You can open or close the soft top again after approximately ten minutes X Switch the ignition off and then on again X Repeat the opening or closing procedure Sliding sunroof Coupé Important safety notes G Risk of injury Make sure that nobody can become trapped when closing the sliding sunroof If there is a risk of entrapment release the switch and ...

Page 91: ...gain Rain closing feature When the key is in position 0 in the ignition lock or is removed the panorama sliding sun roof closes automatically Rif it starts to rain Rat extreme outside temperatures Rafter six hours Rif there is a malfunction in the power supply The panorama sliding sunroof remains raised at the rear in order to allow ventilation of the vehicle interior i If the panorama sliding sun...

Page 92: ...a sliding sun roof Y page 88 and the roller sunblind Y page 89 can be fully opened again X If this is not the case consult a qualified specialist workshop Problems with the sliding sunroof Problem the sunroof cannot be closed and you cannot see the cause G Risk of injury You could be severely or even fatally injured when closing the sliding sunroof with increased closing force or if the anti entra...

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Page 94: ... Correct driver s seat position 92 Seats 93 Steering wheel 99 Mirrors 101 Memory functions 103 91 Seats steering wheel and mirrors BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 91 ...

Page 95: ...so that the back of your head is supported at eye level by the centre of the head restraint Observe the safety guidelines on Y page 99 X Check whether steering wheel is adjus ted properly Adjust the steering wheel manually Y page 99 Adjust the steering wheel electrically Y page 100 When adjusting the steering wheel make sure Ryou can hold the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent Ryou can mo...

Page 96: ...ts If liquid is spilled on the seats dry them as soon as possible Rif the seat covers are damp or wet do not switch on the seat heating The seat heating should also not to be used to dry the seats Rclean the seat covers as recommended see the Interior care section Rdo not transport heavy loads on the seats Do not place sharp objects on the seat cushions e g knives nails or tools The seats should o...

Page 97: ...s with the through loading feature and memory function if you fold down a rear seat backrest the respective front seat is moved forwards slightly if neces sary i Vehicles with memory function when the seat is moved forwards or backwards the headrest is moved up or down automati cally Adjusting the head restraints Adjusting the head restraints manually Adjusting the head restraint height X To raise...

Page 98: ...t top cannot be closed fully If the head restraint electron ics are malfunctioning and the adjustment procedure of the soft top is interrupted leav ing the soft top compartment cover open you therefore have to lower the head restraints in the rear compartment manually Lower the head restraints in the rear com partment manually if Rthe head restraint electronics are malfunc tioning Rthe opening or ...

Page 99: ...he head restraint if necessary and push it down X Pull seat release handle forwards and fold the backrest forwards until the seat backrest engages X Push the seat as far forwards as it will go X Vehicles with memoryfunction pull seat release handle forwards and fold the backrest forwards as far as it will go The seat moves automatically to the fore most position Folding back the backrest X Vehicle...

Page 100: ...itching the seat heating on off Switching on off G Risk of injury Repeatedly setting the seat heating to level 3 may result in excessive seat temperatures The health of passengers that have limited temperature sensitivity or a limited ability to react to excessively high temperatures may be affected or they may even suffer burn like injuries Therefore do not use seat heating level 3 repeatedly The...

Page 101: ...The seat ventilation of the driver s seat automatically switches to the highest level Cabriolet you can open the soft top and the rear side windows with the key Y page 78 The seat ventilation of the driver s seat automatically switches to the highest level X To switch off press button repeatedly until all the indicator lamps go out Problems with the seat ventilation The seat ventilation has switch...

Page 102: ...uld become trapped if the steering wheel is adjus ted G Risk of accident Only adjust the steering wheel when the vehi cle is stationary and do not pull away until the steering wheel adjustment mechanism is locked in position You might otherwise drive without the steering wheel adjustment mech anism being locked in position As a result you could be distracted from road and traffic conditions by an ...

Page 103: ... the ignition lock Ropen the driver s door and the key is in position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock i The steering wheel only moves upwards if it has not already reached the upper end stop If you insert the key into the ignition lock with the driver s door closed the steering wheel is automatically moved to the previously set position The last position of the steering wheel is stored after each manu...

Page 104: ...ature is low X Make sure that the key is in position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock X Press button for the left hand exterior mirror or button for the right hand exte rior mirror The indicator lamp in the corresponding button lights up in red The indicator lamp goes out again after some time You can adjust the selected mirror using adjustment button as long as the indicator lamp is lit X Press adjust...

Page 105: ...or mirrors press the mirror folding but ton Y page 101 repeatedly until you hear the mirror engage in position The mirror housing is engaged again and you can adjust the exterior mirrors as usual Y page 101 Automatic anti dazzle mirrors G Risk of accident If the incident light from headlamps cannot strike the sensor in the rear view mirror for instance when the rear window roller sun blind is exte...

Page 106: ...e activated 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 10 km h Rabout ten seconds after you have disen gaged reverse gear Rif you press button for the exterior mir ror on the driver s side Memory functions Storing settin...

Page 107: ...set position A tone sounds when the set tings have been completed Calling up a stored setting X Press the corresponding storage position button 1 2 or 3 The seat steering wheel and exterior mirror are set in the stored position i The setting procedure is interrupted as soon as you release the storage position button 104 Memory functions Seats steering wheel and mirrors BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en...

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Page 109: ... 206 Converting to asymmetrical dipped beam after returning convert the headlamps back to asymmetrical dipped beam as soon as pos sible after crossing the border when returning Y page 206 Vehicles with Intelligent Light System if the headlamps are converted to symmetrical dipped beam not all light functions are avail able Motorway mode and the extended range foglamps are deactivated Light switch O...

Page 110: ... ically depending on the brightness of the ambient light With the engine running depending on the brightness of the ambient light the daytime driving lights20 or the dipped beam head lamps are switched on or off automatically When the dipped beam headlamps are switched on the L indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up Foglamps and rear foglamps Front foglamps Only vehicles with front fog...

Page 111: ...n the light switch to L or c X Press the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow In the c position the main beam head lamps are only switched on when it is dark and the engine is running The K indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the main beam head lamps are switched on X To switch off the main beam head lamps move the combination switch back to it...

Page 112: ...s the main beam headlamps The system s optical sensor is located behind the windscreen near the overhead control panel X To activate activate the Adaptive High beam Assist function using the on board computer Y page 206 X Turn the light switch to c X Press the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow Y page 108 When the dipped beam headlamps are switched on the _ indi...

Page 113: ...fter full brake applica tion i The hazard warning lamps still operate if the ignition is switched off Adjusting the headlamp range halo gen headlamps The headlamp range control allows you to adjust the cone of light from the headlamps to suit the vehicle load g Driver s seat and front passenger seat occupied 1 Driver s seat front passenger seat and rear seats occupied 2 Driver s seat front passeng...

Page 114: ... turn the steering wheel Not active if you are driving at speeds above 40 km h or switch off the turn signal or turn the steering wheel to the straight ahead posi tion The cornering light function may remain lit for a short time but is automatically switched off after no more than three minutes Motorway mode Motorway mode increases the range of the beam Active Rif you are driving at speeds above 1...

Page 115: ...the delayed switch off using the on board computer i The interior lighting switches off automat ically after five minutes in certain condi tions This is the case when a door stays open and the key in the ignition lock is in position 0 or is removed Manual interior lighting control If the interior lighting has been switched on manually it will not be switched off automatically This can cause the ba...

Page 116: ... them for example and injure themselves Never use a bulb which has been dropped Such a bulb may explode and injure you Halogen bulbs are pressurised and could explode when you change them especially if they are very hot You should therefore wear eye protection and gloves when you are changing them There are bulbs other than the xenon bulbs that you cannot replace Replace only the bulbs listed Y pa...

Page 117: ...ghts X Open the bonnet X Turn housing cover anti clockwise and pull it out X Turn bulb holder anti clockwise and pull it out X Take the bulb out of bulb holder X Insert the new bulb into bulb holder X Insert bulb holder into the lamp and turn it clockwise X Align housing cover and turn it clock wise until it engages 21 Due to their location have the bulbs in the left hand headlamp changed at a qua...

Page 118: ...and turn it clock wise until it engages Turn signal lamp halogen headlamps Due to their location have the bulbs in the left hand headlamp changed at a qualified specialist workshop e g a Mercedes Benz Service Centre X Switch off the lights X Open the bonnet X Turn bulb holder anti clockwise and pull it out X Turn the bulb anti clockwise applying slight pressure and remove it from bulb holder X Ins...

Page 119: ...e intensity of the rain In the Å position the rain sensor is more sensitive than in the Ä position causing the wind screen wiper to wipe more frequently Replacing the wiper blades Important safety notes G Risk of accident The wiper arms could start moving and cause an injury if you leave the windscreen wipers switched on Remove the key from the ignition lock before replacing the wiper blades To av...

Page 120: ...tion lock X Remove the cause of the obstruction X Switch the windscreen wipers back on The windscreen wipers are inoperative The windscreen wiper drive is malfunctioning X Select another wiper speed on the combi nation switch X Have the windscreen wipers checked at a qualified specialist workshop The spray nozzles are misaligned The windscreen washer fluid from the spray nozzles no longer hits the...

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Page 122: ...e equipment 120 Overview of climate control sys tems 120 Operating climate control systems 124 119 Climate control BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 119 ...

Page 123: ... for a brief period during warm weather e g using the con venience opening feature Y page 75 This will speed up the cooling process and the desired vehicle interior temperature will be reached more quickly i The integrated filter can filter out most particles of dust and completely filters out pollen A clogged filter reduces the amount of air supplied to the vehicle interior For this reason you sh...

Page 124: ...nt passenger side as well The indicator lamp above the á but ton goes out Display A Sets climate control to auto matic Activate climate control using the Ã and buttons The indicator lamps above the Ã and buttons light up B Switches cooling with air dehu midification on off Activate climate control using the Ã and buttons The indicator lamps above the Ã and buttons light up C Switches the rear wind...

Page 125: ...misting function briefly until the windscreen is clear again Switches the ZONE function on off Use the ZONE function to adopt the temperature set tings on the driver s side for the front passenger side and the rear compartment as well The indicator lamp above the á button goes out Display A Activates deactivates air recirculation mode Only use air recirculation mode briefly e g if there are unplea...

Page 126: ...t up You can also set the airflow and air distribution of the automatic climate control to one of three levels FOCUS MEDIUM DIFFUSE You can set the desired level using button G The MEDIUM level is recommended F Sets the temperature right Set the temperature to 22 G Sets climate control to auto matic FOCUS MEDIUM DIF FUSE Activate climate control using the Ã and buttons The indicator lamps above th...

Page 127: ...ing an accident Condensation may drip from the underside of the vehicle when THERMOTRONIC is in cool ing mode This is normal and not a sign that there is a malfunction i The cooling with air dehumidification function uses refrigerant R134a This cool ant does not contain chlorofluorocarbons and therefore does not damage the ozone layer Switching on off X To switch on press the button The indicator ...

Page 128: ...one automatic climate control press button H Y page 122 The indicator lamp above the Ã button goes out Setting the temperature THERMATIC 2 zone automatic climate control Different temperatures can be set for the driver s and front passenger sides X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock X To increase reduce press button E or H up or down Y page 121 Only change the temperature setting in s...

Page 129: ... the desired symbol appears in the display Y page 121 THERMOTRONIC luxury 3 zone auto matic climate control X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock X Press switch I up or down repeatedly until the desired symbol appears in the display Y page 122 Setting the airflow THERMATIC 2 zone automatic climate control X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock X To increase reduce press swit...

Page 130: ...he button goes out The previously selected settings come into effect again The cooling with air dehumidification function remains on Air recirculation mode remains deactivated or X Press the Ã button The indicator lamp above the button goes out Airflow and air distribution are set to automatic mode or X THERMATIC 2 zone automatic climate control press switch E or H up or down Y page 121 THERMOTRON...

Page 131: ...om outside The air already inside the vehi cle will then be recirculated The operation of the air recirculation mode is the same for all control panels G Risk of accident Only switch over to air recirculation mode briefly at low outside temperatures Other wise the windows could mist up thus impair ing visibility and endangering yourself and others This may prevent you from observing the traffic co...

Page 132: ...ce closing fea ture they will remain in this position when opened using the convenience opening fea ture Switching the residual heat on off The residual heat function is only available with THERMOTRONIC luxury 3 zone auto matic climate control It is possible to make use of the residual heat of the engine to continue heating the station ary vehicle for up to 30 minutes after the engine has been swi...

Page 133: ... vents Centre air vent left Centre air vent right Centre vent thumbwheel right Centre vent thumbwheel left X To open close turn thumbwheels and up or down Setting the side air vents X To open close turn thumbwheel up or down i Side window demister vent is never completely shut even if side air vent is shut Setting the air vents in the glove com partment When automatic climate control is activated ...

Page 134: ... close turn thumbwheel up or down Setting the AIRSCARF vents G Risk of injury Very hot air can flow out of the AIRSCARF vents in the head restraints when AIRSCARF is in operation This can cause burns on unpro tected skin near the AIRSCARF vents Lower the heating output in good time when neces sary You can adjust the blower output of AIR SCARF vents using the AIRSCARF button Y page 98 Operating cli...

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Page 136: ...34 Manual transmission 141 Automatic transmission 142 Refuelling 148 Parking 153 Driving tips 154 Driving systems 158 Trailer towing 186 133 Driving and parking BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 133 ...

Page 137: ...ain After 1500 km you may gradually bring the vehicle up to full road and engine speeds i Also observe these running in notes when the vehicle s engine front axle transmis sion or differential have been replaced Driving Important safety notes G Risk of accident Do not place any objects in the driver s foot well If you use a floormat or carpet in the driver s footwell make sure that it is correctly...

Page 138: ...from the ignition X Position 1 press Start Stop button You can now activate the windscreen wip ers for example i If you then open the driver s door when in this position the power supply is deactiva ted X Position 2 ignition press Start Stop but ton twice i If you press Start Stop button once when in this position and the driver s door is open the power supply is deactivated again Removing the Sta...

Page 139: ...es with automatic transmis sion you can also use the touch start func tion To do this turn the key to position 3 Y page 135 and release it immediately The engine then starts automatically Starting the engine using KEYLESS GO G Risk of injury Your vehicle can be started using a valid KEY LESS GO key For this reason children should never be left unsupervised in the vehicle Always take the key with y...

Page 140: ...Never leave the vehicle when it is held by hill start assist After approximately one second hill start assist will no longer brake your vehi cle and it could roll away Hill start assist helps you when pulling away forwards or in reverse on an uphill gradient 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...

Page 141: ...n The ECO start stop function switches the engine off automatically in certain situations The engine starts automatically when you pull away again The ECO start stop function thereby helps you to reduce the fuel consumption and emis sions of your vehicle The ECO start stop function is activated each time the engine is switched on The system is operational when ECO symbol is shown in the multifunct...

Page 142: ...his Rthe system detects moisture on the wind screen when the air conditioning system is switched on Rthe battery s charge status is too low Rthe driver s seat belt is removed or the driv er s door is opened Ryou steer the vehicle Only engage gear when the clutch pedal is depressed Deactivating activating the ECO start stop function To activate deactivate the ECO start stop function Indicator lamp ...

Page 143: ...s to start the engine as these will drain the battery If the engine does not start after several attempts X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The engine does not start The starter motor can be heard The reserve fuel warning lamp is lit and the fuel gauge display shows 0 The fuel tank is empty X Refuel the vehicle The engine does not start You cannot hear the starter motor The on board voltag...

Page 144: ... the coolant temperature is less than 120 you can continue driving to the nearest qualified specialist workshop X Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so e g driving on mountain roads and stop start driving Manual transmission Gear lever Gear lever When shifting between 5th and 6th gear you should always push the gear lever all the way to the right Otherwise you could shift unintentionally in...

Page 145: ... instrument cluster Automatic transmission Important safety notes G Risk of accident The movement of the pedals must not be impaired in any way Do not keep any objects in the driver s footwell Make sure that floor mats or carpets are correctly secured and that there is sufficient clearance for the ped als Do not place several floormats on top of one another G Risk of accident Do not change down fo...

Page 146: ...hift the transmission to posi tion N if the vehicle is in danger of skidding e g on icy roads 7 Drive The automatic transmission changes gear automatically All forward gears are available Gearshifting The automatic transmission shifts to the indi vidual gears automatically when it is in trans mission position D This automatic gearshift ing behaviour is determined by Ra shift range restriction if s...

Page 147: ...C is acti vated Program selector button The program selector button allows you to choose between different driving character istics Program selector button Program selector button on vehicles without the dynamic handling package with sports mode Program selector button on vehicles with the dynamic handling package with sports mode E Economy Comfortable economical driving S Sport Sporty driving sty...

Page 148: ...being less likely to spin Drive program S is characterised by the fol lowing Rsporty engine and suspension configura tion Rthe vehicle pulling away in first gear Rthe automatic transmission shifting up later Rthe fuel consumption possibly being higher as a result of the later automatic transmis sion shift points Shift ranges Introduction When the automatic transmission is in posi tion D it is poss...

Page 149: ...ich allows ideal acceleration and deceleration To do this the automatic transmission shifts down one or more gears Manual drive program Switching on the manual drive program Manual drive program M can be selected using the program selector button You can change gears using the steering wheel gear shift paddles or the selector lever in manual drive program M if the transmission is in posi tion D Th...

Page 150: ...es without the dynamic handling package with sports mode press the program selector button Y page 144 repeatedly until E or S appears in the mul tifunction display X Vehicles with the dynamic handling package with sports mode press the program selector button Y page 144 M is no longer shown in the multifunction dis play Automatic transmission 147 Driving and parking BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB...

Page 151: ...ifts into reverse gear X Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work shop immediately Releasing the parking lock manually In the event of an electrical fault it is possible to release the selector lever lock manually to move it out of position P e g if you wish to tow the vehicle away X Depress the parking brake firmly X Prise out selector lever gaiter with a flat blunt object e g...

Page 152: ... i If the recommended fuel is not available but only as a temporary measure you may also use regular unleaded petrol 91 RON 82 5 MON This may reduce engine performance and increase fuel con sumption Avoid driving at full throttle In some countries the fuel grade available may not be adequate and could cause res idue to build up around the inlet valve In such cases and in consultation with a Merced...

Page 153: ...at filling stations Flow improver Flow improvers can be added to improve the cold resistance of diesel fuel The effective ness of a flow improver is not guaranteed with every fuel Correct dosage and thorough mixing are deci sive factors in ensuring improvement in low temperature resistance Under certain cir cumstances an excessive dosage may actually decrease low temperature resist ance and should...

Page 154: ... cap into the holder bracket on the inside of filler flap X Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel pump nozzle into the tank 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 to the right The fuel filler cap audibly engages X Close the fuel filler flap Refuelling 151 Dri...

Page 155: ...pletely dry and the engine will not start There is air in the fuel system X Refuel the vehicle with at least 5 litres of diesel X Turn the ignition on for at least 10 seconds Turn the key to position 2 Y page 135 in the ignition lock X Start the engine continuously for up to 10 seconds until it runs smoothly or X Start the engine via the touch start function To do this turn the key to position 3 Y...

Page 156: ...d set the vehicle on fire To ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away unintentionally Rthe parking brake must be applied Ron vehicles with manual transmission engage first gear or reverse gear Ron vehicles with automatic transmission the transmission must be in position P and the key must be removed from the ignition lock Ron steep uphill or downhill gradients turn the front wheels ...

Page 157: ... that malfunctions may occur during the automatic cleaning of the diesel particle filter This can lead to engine damage Therefore if you frequently drive short distances make sure to drive on motorways or country roads for 20 minutes at least every 500 km Applying the brakes Important safety notes G Risk of accident Do not change down for additional engine braking on a slippery road surface This c...

Page 158: ...o avoid this danger you should Roccasionally brake carefully without put ting other road users at risk when you are driving on salted roads This helps to remove any salt that may have started to build up on the brake discs and the brake pads linings Rmaintain a greater distance to the vehicle ahead and drive with particular care Rcarefully apply the brakes at the end of a trip and immediately afte...

Page 159: ...le grip in wintry road conditions Only these tyres will allow the ABS and ESP driv ing systems to function optimally in winter as these tyres have been designed specifically for driving on snow Use winter tyres of the same make and tread on all wheels to maintain safe handling char acteristics G Risk of accident Winter tyres with a tread depth of less than 4 mm must be replaced immediately They ar...

Page 160: ... down for additional engine brak ing on a slippery road surface This could cause the drive wheels to lose their grip and the vehicle could skid You should drive particularly carefully on slip pery road surfaces Avoid sudden accelera tion steering and braking manoeuvres If the vehicle threatens to skid or cannot be stopped when moving at low speed X Vehicles with manual transmission engage neutral ...

Page 161: ... road surface This could cause the drive wheels to lose their grip and the vehicle could skid Use cruise control only if road and traffic con ditions make it appropriate to maintain a steady speed for a prolonged period You can store any road speed above 30 km h G Risk of accident Cruise control cannot take account of road and traffic conditions Always pay attention to traffic conditions even when...

Page 162: ...elerator pedal Cruise control is activated The vehicle automatically maintains the stored speed i Cruise control may be unable to maintain the stored speed on uphill gradients The stored speed is resumed when the gradient evens out Cruise control maintains the stored speed on downhill gradients by automatically applying the brakes i Vehicles with manual transmission RAlways drive at adequate but n...

Page 163: ...ruise control is automatically deactivated if Ryou depress the parking brake Ryou are driving at less than 30 km h RESP intervenes or you deactivate ESP Ryou change into neutral in a vehicle with manual transmission while driving or if the clutch is depressed for longer than 6 sec onds Ron vehicles with manual transmission you shift to a gear that is too high and as a result the engine speed is to...

Page 164: ...oving traffic Rin complex driving situations or where lanes are diverted e g at roadworks on a motor way DISTRONIC PLUS otherwise maintains the current speed set by you or accelerates up to the set speed DISTRONIC PLUS cannot take account of weather conditions Deactivate or do not activate DISTRONIC PLUS Rif the roads are slippery snow covered or icy The wheels could lose their grip when braking o...

Page 165: ...on of arrow B LIM indicator lamp in the cruise control lever goes out DISTRONIC PLUS is selec ted Switching on DISTRONIC PLUS storing and maintaining the current speed G Risk of accident The vehicle can be braked when DISTRONIC PLUS is activated For this reason deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS if the vehicle is to be set in motion by other means e g in a car wash or by towing You can activate DISTRONIC P...

Page 166: ... the vehicle in front pulls away remove your foot from the brake pedal X Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you or X Accelerate briefly Your vehicle pulls away and adapts its speed to that of the vehicle in front Driving If there is no vehicle in front DISTRONIC PLUS operates in the same way as cruise control If a slower moving vehicle is detected in front DISTRONIC PLUS causes your veh...

Page 167: ...nt leaves the detec tion range DISTRONIC PLUS temporarily maintains the current driving speed and does not accelerate This is based on the current map data in the navigation system Roundabout example The current speed is maintained Rapproximately 10 seconds before reaching the roundabout T junction and approx imately 1 5 seconds in the roundabout after the T junction Rapproximately 12 seconds befo...

Page 168: ...PLUS is still activated The sound becomes louder if you attempt to lock the vehicle The vehicle is not locked until DIS TRONIC PLUS is deactivated i If the ignition has been switched off the engine cannot be started again until DIS TRONIC PLUS has been deactivated If DISTRONIC PLUS is activated and a fault occurs in the system or there is a disruption in the power supply while the vehicle is sta t...

Page 169: ...age 166 X To increase turn thumbwheel towards DISTRONIC PLUS then maintains a greater distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front X To decrease turn thumbwheel towards DISTRONIC PLUS then maintains a shorter distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front i Make sure that you maintain the mini mum distance to the vehicle in front as required by law Adjust the distance to the vehi...

Page 170: ...n you activate DISTRONIC PLUS After this time you will see the following in the multifunction display while DISTRONIC PLUS is activated DISTRONIC PLUS activated Own vehicle Specified minimum distance to the vehi cle in front adjustable Vehicle in front if detected Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS There are several ways to deactivate DIS TRONIC PLUS X Briefly press the cruise control lever for wards or ...

Page 171: ... for approximately five seconds If the vehicle has been stopped by DISTRONIC PLUS and a fault occurs in the system the Brake immediately message appears in the multifunction display Depress the brake pedal immediately so that the vehicle does not roll away DISTRONIC PLUS is then deac tivated and the message disappears Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUS The following contains descriptions of cert...

Page 172: ...at you do not exceed the set speed On long and steep downhill gradients especially if the vehicle is laden or towing a trailer you must shift to a lower gear in good time or select shift range 1 2 or 3 on vehicles with auto matic transmission By doing so you will make use of the braking effect of the engine which relieves the load on the brake system and prevents the brakes from overheating and we...

Page 173: ...peed or a higher speed LIM indicator lamp To store the current speed or call up the last stored speed To store the current speed or a lower speed A To switch between cruise control or DIS TRONIC PLUS and variable SPEEDTRONIC B To deactivate variable SPEEDTRONIC Selecting variable SPEEDTRONIC X Check whether LIM indicator lamp is on If it is on variable SPEEDTRONIC is already selected If it is not ...

Page 174: ...until the desired speed is set Press the cruise control lever up for a higher speed or down for a lower speed Deactivating variable SPEEDTRONIC There are several ways to deactivate variable SPEEDTRONIC X Briefly press the cruise control lever for wards B or X Briefly press the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow A LIM indicator lamp in the cruise control lever goes out Variable SPEEDTRO...

Page 175: ...inding country roads Your selection remains stored until you switch off the engine X Press button Indicator lamp lights up Sports suspen sion tuning is selected Depending on the engine output the accelerator pedal is more responsive On vehicles with auto matic transmission drive program S is selected Comfort tuning In comfort mode the driving characteristics of your vehicle are more comfortable Se...

Page 176: ...activated automati cally if Ryou accelerate On vehicles with automatic transmission only when the selector lever is in position D or R Rwhen the selector lever is in position P on vehicles with automatic transmission Ryou activate DISTRONIC PLUS Ryou release the brakes and apply them again with a certain amount of pressure until the HOLD message in the multifunction display goes out G Risk of acci...

Page 177: ...has been deactivated If there is a fault in the system or power supply while the HOLD function is activated the Brake immediately message is shown in the multifunction display Immediately depress the brake firmly until the warning message in the multifunction display goes out On vehicles with automatic transmission you can also shift into position P This deactivates the HOLD function PARKTRONIC Im...

Page 178: ...r the objects Ultrasonic sources such as an automatic car wash a lorry s compressed air brakes or a pneumatic drill could cause PARK TRONIC to malfunction Minimum distance Centre approximately 20 cm Corners approximately 15 cm If there is an obstacle within this range all warning displays light up and a warning tone sounds If the distance falls below the mini mum the distance may no longer be show...

Page 179: ...the vehicle s distance from the obstacle From the Rsixth segment onwards you will hear an intermittent warning tone for approx imately two seconds Rseventh segment onwards you will hear a warning tone for approximately two sec onds This indicates that you have now reached the minimum distance Deactivating activating PARKTRONIC Indicator lamp To deactivate activate PARKTRONIC If indicator lamp ligh...

Page 180: ...ng You may also use PARK TRONIC Y page 174 G Risk of accident Parking Guidance is merely an aid and may recommend parking spaces that are not suit able for parking For example these might be spaces where parking is prohibited drive ways unsuitable surfaces etc Parking Guidance measures the parking space as you drive past it Any later changes to the parking space are not taken into account For inst...

Page 181: ...ace In some cases it may also lead you across or onto the kerb If neces sary cancel the parking procedure with Parking Guidance If unavoidable you should drive over obstacles such as kerbs slowly and not at a sharp angle Otherwise you may damage the wheels or tyres Detecting parking spaces Example vehicles with automatic transmission Detected parking space on the left Parking symbol Detected parki...

Page 182: ...er to the left message appears in the multifunction display Example vehicles with automatic transmission X While the vehicle is stationary turn the steering wheel in the specified direction until the arrow is white and a warning tone sounds X To reverse into the parking space main tain the steering wheel angle and reverse carefully X Stop as soon as you hear an acoustic sig nal The vehicle has rea...

Page 183: ...ould be injured The reversing camera is located in the handle strip of the boot lid Coupé example Reversing camera View through the camera The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a mirror image as in the rear view mirror G Risk of accident The reversing camera is only an aid and may display obstacles in a distorted or incorrect manner or may not even display them at all The reversing camera do...

Page 184: ...e lines are only guides not accurate meas urements of the distance to an obstacle Therefore you should never pass the red line when approaching an obstacle You could oth erwise cause an accident and injure yourself and others Guide lines and show the approximate distance from the rear of the vehicle Yellow guide line approximately 1 0 m and red guide line approximately 0 25 m Blue line depicts the...

Page 185: ...ast 20 minutes after your jour ney has begun You then hear an intermittent warning tone twice and the Attention Assist Time for a break message appears in the multifunction display X If necessary take a break X Press a to confirm the message On long journeys take regular breaks in good time to allow yourself to rest properly If you do not take a break and ATTENTION ASSIST still detects fatigue or ...

Page 186: ...cles with automatic transmission Traffic sign symbol showing the speed limit or traffic sign symbol indicating the end of the speed limit zone Speed Limit Assist is available and the warning function is switched on in the on board computer Units used in the traffic sign displayed X Activate the Speed Limit Assist warning function using the on board computer Y page 202 Symbol appears As soon as spe...

Page 187: ...nsor system is automatically deactivated near radio telescope facilities Y page 324 For Blind Spot Assist to assist you when driv ing the radar sensor system must be activa ted Y page 208 and operational Monitoring range of the sensors Blind Spot Assist monitors the area up to three metres behind your vehicle and directly next to your vehicle as shown in the diagram Side view Coupé example G Risk ...

Page 188: ... after reverse gear is engaged In this event Blind Spot Assist is no longer active The brightness of the indicator warning lamps is adjusted automatically according to the ambient light G Risk of accident Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below 30 km h and the indicator lamps in the exte rior mirrors are yellow Vehicles in the moni toring range are then not indicated Always pay attention t...

Page 189: ...of the arrow until it engages in a vertical position Indicator lamp goes out The power socket folds down automatically The multifunction display shows the Trailer hitch Check lock mech mes sage until the ball coupling is engaged X Remove the protective cap from the ball coupling and store it in a safe place X Make sure that the ball of the ball coupling is clean and that depending on the trailer s...

Page 190: ...ure that the following values are not exceeded Rthe permissible trailer drawbar noseweight Rthe permissible trailer load Rthe permissible rear axle load of the towing vehicle Rthe maximum permissible gross vehicle weight of both the towing vehicle and the trailer You will find the applicable permissible val ues which must not be exceeded in the vehi cle documents You will find the values approved ...

Page 191: ...hnical data section to find out whether this applies to your vehicle If you utilise any of the added maximum rear axle load when towing a trailer the vehicle trailer combination may not exceed a maximum speed of 100 km h for reasons concerning the operating permit This also applies in countries in which the permissible maximum speed for vehicle trailer combinations is above 100 km h When towing a ...

Page 192: ...boot X To open the cover turn handle anti clockwise and fold down cover X Pull out release wheel X Turn release wheel anti clockwise The ball coupling unlocks and lowers Indi cator lamp flashes X Press the ball coupling in the direction of the arrow until it engages behind the bumper Indicator lamp goes out and the mes sage in the multifunction display disap pears Trailer power supply When it leav...

Page 193: ...ain s current draw drops below 50 milliamperes mA To ensure reliable operation of the bulb failure indicator a minimum current of 50 mA must be guaranteed by the manufacturer of each LED chain in the trailer lighting Trailer with 7 pin connector General information If your trailer has a 7 pin connector you can connect it to the 13 pin socket on the ball coupling using an adapter or if necessary an...

Page 194: ...plays and operation 192 Menus and submenus 196 Display messages 210 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 236 191 On board computer and displays BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 191 ...

Page 195: ... this reason you should always make sure that your vehicle is safe to use You could otherwise cause an accident by driving an unsafe vehicle G Risk of accident and injury The operating safety of your vehicle could be jeopardised if maintenance work is carried out incorrectly As a result you could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident In addition the safety systems may no longer be able...

Page 196: ...ents light up from the start of the scale to the selected limit speed DISTRONIC PLUS mode One or two segments around the stored speed light up Operating the on board computer The on board computer is activated as soon as you turn the key to position 1 in the ignition lock You can control the multifunction display and the settings in the on board computer using the buttons on the multifunction stee...

Page 197: ...ion display Rswitch on the ignition Rswitch on the lights Ropen the driver s door Values and settings as well as display mes sages are shown in the multifunction display Description field Menu bar Status indicator X To show menu bar press the or button on the steering wheel Status indicator The status indicator in the multifunction dis play shows you values as well as information about assistance ...

Page 198: ... dations Y page 142 Vehicles with the ECO start stop func tion Outside temperature Digital speedometer ECO display example Further information on the ECO start stop function Y page 138 Displays and operation 195 On board computer and displays BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 195 Z ...

Page 199: ...p display messages Y page 210 Rtyre pressure loss warning Y page 301 RASSYST PLUS service interval display Y page 263 C Settings menu Y page 204 The Audio Navi and Tel menus are displayed slightly differently in vehicles with an audio system and vehicles with COMAND APS The examples given in this Owner s Manual apply to vehicles equipped with COMAND APS 196 Menus and submenus On board computer and...

Page 200: ...d The From reset trip computer is reset if the trip exceeds 9999 hours or 99 999 kilome tres You can select km or miles as the unit of measurement for distance Y page 204 Displaying the range and current fuel consumption X Press or on the steering wheel to select the Trip menu X Press the 9 or button to select current fuel consumption and approximate range Current fuel consumption Approximate rang...

Page 201: ...ons X Switch on the audio system or COMAND APS see the separate operating instruc tions X Press the or button on the steer ing wheel to select the Navi menu Route guidance inactive Direction of travel Current road Route guidance active No change of direction announced Distance to destination Distance to next change of direction Current road Symbol for follow the road s course Change of direction a...

Page 202: ...off map position RNo route no route could be calculated to the selected destination Audio menu Selecting a radio station You can only change the waveband and store new stations using the audio system or COMAND APS X Switch on the audio system or COMAND APS and select Radio see the separate operating instructions X Press the or button on the steer ing wheel to select the Audio menu Waveband31 Stati...

Page 203: ... digital TV broadcaster radio stations can also be received The multifunction display shows TV Radio Select a radio station Y page 199 X Switch on COMAND APS and select TV see the separate operating instructions X Press the or button on the steer ing wheel to select the Audio menu Current channel X To select a stored channel briefly press the 9 or button X To select a channel from the channel list...

Page 204: ...vider the mobile phone has found a network and is ready to receive RNo Service No network is available Accepting a call If someone calls you when you are in the Tel menu a display message appears in the multifunction display for example X Press 6 on the steering wheel to accept an incoming call You can accept a call even if you are not in the Tel menu Rejecting or ending a call X Press the button ...

Page 205: ...length of time X Press the or buttonon the steer ing wheel to select the Assist menu X Press the 9 or button to select Speed Lim Asst X Press a The multifunction display shows Speed Limit Assist When a limit speed is detected this is shown in the multifunction display until Rthe speed limit ceases to apply Ryou pass city limits Rthe type of road changes e g motorway or country road Rthe speed limi...

Page 206: ...unction The risk that your vehicle may start to skid then increases in certain situa tions Always adapt your driving style to the prevail ing road and weather conditions X To activate press a again The å warning lamp in the instrument cluster goes out Activating deactivating the PRE SAFE Brake This function is only available with DIS TRONIC PLUS X Press the or buttonon the steer ing wheel to selec...

Page 207: ... dis tance applies to Rthe digital speedometer in the Trip menu Rthe total distance recorder and the trip meter Rthe trip computer Rthe navigation instructions in the Navi menu Rcruise control RSPEEDTRONIC RDISTRONIC PLUS X Press the or button on the steer ing wheel to select the Settings menu X Press the or 9 button to select the Inst cluster submenu X Press the a button to confirm X Press the or...

Page 208: ... COMAND APS X Refer to the separate operating instruc tions to find out which audio system is fit ted in your vehicle Depending on the audio system the time and date are received from GPS satellites and cannot be set using the on board computer see the following table A B C Setting using the on board com puter X Automatic GPS satellite recep tion X X Set the time zone once see the separate operati...

Page 209: ...he dipped beam headlamp for driving on the right left This function is only available on vehicles with the Intelligent Light System You can use this function to switch between symmetrical and asymmetrical dipped beam headlamps Y page 157 If you set the dipped beam headlamps for driving on the right left motorway mode and the extended range foglamps are not availa ble You can only set the dipped be...

Page 210: ...key to position 0 in the ignition lock X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock and back to position 0 The delayed switch off is deactivated Delayed switch off is reactivated the next time you start the engine Activating deactivating the interior light ing delayed switch off When you activate the Interior lighting delay sw off function and remove the key from the ignition lock the interio...

Page 211: ... confirm X Press the or 9 button to select the Acoustic Lock feedback function You will see the selected setting Activa ted or Deactivated X Press the a button to save the setting Activating deactivating the radar sensor system i You must deactivate the radar sensor sys tem in certain countries and near radio telescope facilities Further information Y page 324 Vehicles with a navigation system the...

Page 212: ...n a door the exterior mirrors fold out again If you have switched the function on and you fold the exterior mirrors in using the button on the door Y page 101 they will not fold out automatically The exterior mirrors can then only be folded out using the button on the door X Press the or button on the steer ing wheel to select the Settings menu X Press the or 9 button to select the Convenience sub...

Page 213: ...vehicle please observe the notes on HOLD Y page 172 and parking Y page 153 Message memory The on board computer saves certain display messages You can call up the display messages in the message memory X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the Service menu If there are display messages the multifunction display shows for example 2 messages X Press the 9 or button to select the entr...

Page 214: ...al G Risk of accident ESP BAS PRE SAFE the HOLD function hill start assist and ESP trailer stabilisation are not available due to a mal function BAS PLUS and PRE SAFE Brake may also have failed In addition the ä and å warning lamps light up in the instrument cluster ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated The brake system continues to function normally but without the functions listed above X Drive on car...

Page 215: ...en Rthe dirt e g slush drops away while the vehicle is in motion Rthe system detects that the sensors are fully available again Rthe system is within the operating temperature range RE 63 AMG you reactivate ESP If the display message continues to be displayed X Clean the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator grille Y page 267 X Clean the bumpers Y page 267 X Restart the engine X Wait until the batt...

Page 216: ... specialist workshop 6 Restraint sys mal function Consult workshop G Risk of injury There is a malfunction in the SRS Supplemental Restraint System The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instru ment cluster X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 6 Front left mal function Consult workshop or Front right mal function Consult workshop G Risk of injury SRS has malfunctioned at the front on the left...

Page 217: ...luster X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 6 Left windowbag malfunc tion Con sult work shop or Right windowbag malfunc tion Con sult work shop G Risk of injury There is a malfunction in the left hand and or right hand windowbag The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 214 Display messages On board computer and displays BA 207 ECE ÄJ 20...

Page 218: ...mple X Drive on carefully If the display message disappears the functions listed above are available again If the display message continues to be displayed X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop J ABS and ESP inop erative See Own er s Man ual G Risk of accident ABS ESP BAS PRE SAFE the HOLD function hill start assist and ESP trailer stabilisation are not available due to a ma...

Page 219: ...ving with the parking brake engaged A warning tone also sounds X Release the parking brake J Brake immedi ately A malfunction has occurred while the HOLD function or DIS TRONIC PLUS is active or Vehicles with manual transmission with the HOLD function activated you have either Ropened the driver s door and released the seat belt or Rswitched off the engine or Ropened the bonnet A tone may also sou...

Page 220: ...ave reached their wear limit X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Lights i Display messages about LEDs This display message will only appear if all LEDs have failed Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions b Left cor nering light or Right cor nering light The left or right hand cornering light is faulty X Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb your self Y page 1...

Page 221: ...op b Rear left indicator or Rear right indicator The rear left hand or rear right hand turn signal is faulty X Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb your self Y page 113 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Front left indi cator or Front right indicator The front left hand or front right hand turn signal is faulty X Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb your self ...

Page 222: ... X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Left licence plate lamp or Right licence plate lamp The left or right hand licence plate lamp is faulty X Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb your self Y page 113 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Left fog lamp or Right fog lamp The left hand or right hand front foglamp is faulty X Check whether you are permitted to change the bu...

Page 223: ...ied specialist workshop Adaptive Main beam Assist inopera tive Adaptive Highbeam Assist is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Adaptive Main beam Assist currently unavaila ble See Owner s Manual Adaptive Highbeam Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative if Rthe windscreen is dirty in the camera s field of vision Rvisibility is impaired due to heavy rain snow or fog X Clean the ...

Page 224: ... fuse Observe the warning notes If the display message continues to be displayed X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b AUTO lights inopera tive The light sensor is faulty Dipped beam headlamps are switched on X Switch off the daytime driving lights in the on board com puter Y page 205 X Switch the lights on and off using the light switch X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Switch off lig...

Page 225: ... engine Otherwise there is a risk of engine damage X Pay attention to the coolant temperature display X If the temperature increases again visit a qualified special ist workshop immediately The poly V belt may have torn X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Open the bonnet X Check whether the poly V belt is torn If the p...

Page 226: ...could otherwise over heat X Consult a qualified specialist workshop If the poly V belt is OK X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 4 Check eng oil lev when next refu elling The engine oil level has dropped to a critical level A warning tone also sounds X Check the oil level Y page 260 X If necessary top up the engine oil Y page 261 X Have the engine checked for leaks if the engine oil needs topp...

Page 227: ... get enough rest À Attention Assist inopera tive ATTENTION ASSIST is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 120 km h Maximum speed exceeded The maximum speed has been exceeded38 X Drive slower Speed Limit Assist currently unavaila ble See Owner s Manual Speed Limit Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative if Rthe windscreen is dirty in the camera s field of vision Rvisibility is i...

Page 228: ... Check whether or not the radar sensor system may be acti vated Y page 324 X Switch on the radar sensor system Y page 208 Radar sen sor deactiva ted autom See Own er s Man ual Vehicles with a navigation system the vehicle is close to a radio telescope facility and may therefore not transmit any radar signals The radar sensor system has switched off auto matically When Blind Spot Assist is activate...

Page 229: ...g a trailer confirm the display message with a When driving without a trailer Blind Spot Assist is operational again and the display message disappears when 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 tem perature range If the display message continues to be displa...

Page 230: ...y at speeds below 30 km h X Clean the sensors Y page 267 X Restart the engine or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Parking Guidance is deactivated because you have left the lane X Park again and while doing so observe the display mes sages in the multifunction display Parking Guidance finished The vehicle is parked A warning tone also sounds The display message disappears automatically Displ...

Page 231: ...ure range If the display message continues to be displayed X Clean the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator grille Y page 267 X Clean the bumpers Y page 267 X Restart the engine DISTRONIC PLUS deactiva ted autom See Own er s Man ual Vehicles with a navigation system the vehicle is close to a radio telescope facility and may therefore not transmit any radar signals The radar sensor system has switc...

Page 232: ...alified specialist workshop Cruise control and SPEED TRONIC inopera tive Cruise control and SPEEDTRONIC are faulty A warning tone also sounds X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Cruise control km h A condition for activating cruise control has not been met You have tried to store a speed below 30 km h for example X If conditions permit drive faster than 30 km h and store the speed X Check the ...

Page 233: ...the tyre pressure loss warning system was shown X Set the correct tyre pressure in all four tyres X Restart the tyre pressure loss warning system Y page 301 Run Flat Indicator inopera tive The tyre pressure loss warning system is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Vehicle Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions To start engine shift to either P or N You have attem...

Page 234: ...cialist workshop N The boot lid is open X Close the boot lid M G Risk of accident The bonnet is open A warning tone also sounds X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Engage the parking brake X Close the bonnet If the active bonnet pedestrian protection has been trig gered X Reset the bonnet Y page 258 X Close the bonnet Active...

Page 235: ... also sounds X Push the backrest back until it engages j Check trailer hitch lock G Risk of accident The trailer tow hitch is not correctly engaged 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 Engage the parking brake X Allow the trailer tow hitch ball coupling to engage in the end position Y page 186...

Page 236: ...hone operational readiness symbol appears in the multifunction display K Converti ble Top Operation possible to 40 km h If you drive at speeds of more than 40 km h you cannot open or close the roof X Fully open or close the soft top Y page 77 K Top lower ing The soft top is not fully opened or closed The hydraulics are depressurised X Fully open or close the soft top Y page 77 K Open close top com...

Page 237: ... washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has drop ped below the minimum X Top up the washer fluid Y page 262 Key Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Key does not belong to vehicle You have put the wrong key in the ignition lock X Use the correct key Remove key The key is in the ignition lock X Remove the key Replace key The key needs to be replaced X Visit a qual...

Page 238: ...ected white dis play mes sage The KEYLESS GO key cannot be detected at present X Change the location of the key with the KEYLESS GO func tions in the vehicle If the KEYLESS GO key is still not detected X Change the location of the key with the KEYLESS GO func tions in the vehicle X Operate the vehicle with the key in the ignition lock if nec essary Key still in vehicle The KEYLESS GO key has been ...

Page 239: ...X Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display Do not top up the brake fluid This will not rectify the problem Seat belt Problem Possible causes consequences and M Solutions 7 The red seat belt warn ing lamp lights up for six seconds after the engine starts39 The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passen...

Page 240: ...nds G Risk of injury The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt At the same time you are driving faster than 25 km hor have briefly driven faster than 25 km h X Fasten your seat belt Y page 40 The warning lamp goes out and the intermittent audible warning ceases G Risk of injury There are objects on the front passenger seat At the same time you are driving faster than 25 km h o...

Page 241: ... in the multifunction display X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop äå The yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamps and the yellow ABS warning lamp are lit while the engine is running A warning tone also sounds G Risk of accident EBD is faulty Other systems e g ABS BAS BAS PLUS ESP PRE SAFE PRE SAFE Brake the HOLD function hill start assist the adaptive brake lights and ESP trai...

Page 242: ... or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated X Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as necessary when pulling away X Release the accelerator pedal while the vehicle is in motion X Adapt your driving style to suit the road and weather conditions X Do not deactivate ESP Exception...

Page 243: ...red unintentionally or in the event of an accident not be triggered at all X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately Engine Problem Possible causes consequences and M Solutions The yellow engine diag nostics warning lamp lights up while the engine is running There may be a fault for example Rin the engine management Rin the fuel injection system Rin the exhaust syste...

Page 244: ...nt is too hot and the engine is no longer being cooled sufficiently X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Allow the engine and coolant to cool X Check the coolant level and top up the coolant Y page 261 Observe the warning notes X If the coolant needs topping up more often than usual have the engine coolant system checke...

Page 245: ... warning tone also sounds G Risk of accident A warning is issued if Ryou are approaching a vehicle in front at too great a speed RDISTRONIC PLUS or PRE SAFE Brake has detected a stationary obstacle in your line of travel X Be prepared to brake immediately X Pay careful attention to the traffic situation You may have to brake or take evasive action 242 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument ...

Page 246: ...nt 244 Loading guidelines Coupé 244 Stowage compartments 244 Stowage areas 246 Features 249 243 Loading stowing and features BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 243 ...

Page 247: ...e boot as pos sible RThe load must not protrude above the upper edge of the seat backrests Ralways place the load against the rear or front seat backrests Make sure that the seat backrests are securely locked into place RAlways place the load behind unoccupied seats if possible RSecure the load with sufficiently strong and wear resistant lashing material Pad sharp edges for protection i Load restr...

Page 248: ... it 90 anti clockwise to position 1 Stowage compartment in the centre console Example Coupé X To open slide cover back Stowage compartment telephone compartment under the armrest i A small and a large stowage compartment are located under the armrest The small stowage compartment can be removed for emptying The mobile phone bracket is located in the large stowage compartment Example Coupé X To ope...

Page 249: ...g thrown around the vehicle in the event of sharp brak ing a sudden change in direction or an acci dent G Risk of poisoning Always drive with the boot lid closed Exhaust fumes could otherwise enter the vehicle inte rior The left hand and right hand rear seat backr ests can be folded down separately to increase the boot capacity Folding the rear seat backrest forward i Vehicles with memory function...

Page 250: ...oot from the vehicle interior X Move the driver s or front passenger seat back if necessary Securing a load Lashing eyelets G Risk of injury Distribute the load on the lashing eyelets evenly Otherwise vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around if you Rbrake sharply Rchange direction suddenly Rare involved in an accident Please observe the loading guidelines Observe the follo...

Page 251: ...revent the handle flap from protruding Otherwise you could damage the handle Roof carrier Coupé Important safety notes G Risk of accident and injury An incorrectly secured roof carrier ski rack or load could become detached from the vehi cle These objects might then be thrown around and could injure you or others or cause an accident Follow the roof carrier ski rack manufacturer s installation ins...

Page 252: ...n covers carefully in the direction of the arrow X Fold covers upwards X Only secure the roof carrier to the anchor age points under covers X Observe the manufacturer s installation instructions Features Cup holder Points to observe before use G Risk of injury Keep the cup holder closed while the vehicle is in motion Otherwise vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around if yo...

Page 253: ...Insert the cup holder so that the wedge of the upper section of cup holder faces forwards X Press the cup holder downwards until it engages on the front passenger side Cup holder in the rear stowage box Coupé double cup holder side by side Cabriolet double cup holder in line X To open Coupé slide cover forwards X To open Cabriolet slide front cup holder cover and rear cup holder cover in the direc...

Page 254: ...ident and or serious injury They could Rbe seriously or even fatally injured on parts of the vehicle Rbe seriously or even fatally injured by pro longed exposure to extremely high or extremely low temperatures Rcause an accident by operating functions such as seat adjustment steering wheel adjustment or memory functions which can be operated even when the key has been removed from the starter swit...

Page 255: ... the insert press insert into the holder until it engages X To close press cover briefly at the front The cover moves back Ashtray in the rear compartment X To open pull cover out by its top edge X To remove the insert press release but ton and lift the insert up and out X To refit the insert replace insert from above X Press insert into the holder until it engages Cigarette lighter G Risk of inju...

Page 256: ...or long periods when the engine is switched off the battery may discharge Dashboard socket X Open the glove compartment Y page 244 X Lift up the cover of socket An additional socket is fitted in the centre console on vehicles without an ashtray with cigarette lighter X To open slide cover forwards until it engages X Lift up the cover of socket X To close press cover briefly at the front The cover ...

Page 257: ...country specific You can obtain these mobile phone brackets from a qualified specialist workshop e g a Mercedes Benz Service Centre The functions and services available when you use the phone depend on your mobile phone model and service provider Inserting the mobile phone X Open the telephone compartment Y page 245 X Place the mobile phone bracket into the pre installed bracket see the separate m...

Page 258: ...fitted anti glare film on the inside of the windows can interfere with radio mobile telephone reception This is particularly the case for conductive or metallic coated films Information about anti glare film can be obtained from any Mercedes Benz Service Centre Features 255 Loading stowing and features BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 255 Z ...

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Page 260: ...Vehicle equipment 258 Engine compartment 258 Service 262 Care 263 257 Maintenance and care BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 257 ...

Page 261: ...li fied specialist workshop If you pull the bon net release lever you must reset the bonnet before driving on G Risk of accident If you pull the bonnet release lever and then neglect to reset the bonnet it will not lock at the front when closed The bonnet can then open when the vehicle is in motion and obscure your field of vision If you pull the bonnet release lever you must reset the bon net bef...

Page 262: ...the engine can start automatically even if the key has been removed from the ignition lock For this reason you must not reach into the fan rotation area You could otherwise be injured Vehicles with a petrol engine The elec tronic ignition system uses high voltage For this reason you must never touch ignition system components ignition coil ignition cables spark plug connectors or test socket while...

Page 263: ...an this when the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at high engine speeds When checking the oil level Rpark the vehicle on a level surface Rthe engine should be switched off for at least five minutes if the engine is at normal operating temperature Rthe engine should be switched off for at least thirty minutes if the engine is not at normal operating temperature e g if the engine was only s...

Page 264: ...coolant level Only check the coolant level when the vehicle is on a level surface and the engine has cooled down X Turn the key to position 2 Y page 135 in the ignition lock On vehicles with KEYLESS GO press the Start Stop button twice Y page 135 X Check the coolant temperature display in the instrument cluster G Risk of injury The cooling system is pressurised Therefore only unscrew the cap once ...

Page 265: ...the washer fluid reservoir with a mix of water antifreeze additive and windscreen washer concentrate e g MB WinterFit Adapt the mixing ratio to the outside temperatures X To open pull cap upwards by the tab X Top up with the premixed washer fluid X To close press cap onto the filler neck until it engages Service ASSYST PLUS service interval display Service messages Information on the type of servi...

Page 266: ... work carried out as descri bed in the Service Booklet There may oth erwise be increased wear resulting in dam age to the vehicle or to the major assem blies Care Notes on care Regular care of your vehicle is a condition for retaining the quality in the long term Use care products and cleaning agents rec ommended and approved by Mercedes Benz For cleaning your vehicle do not use any of the followi...

Page 267: ...utomatic car wash wipe off wax from the windscreen and the wiper blades This will prevent smears and reduce wiping noises caused by residue on the wind screen High pressure cleaners G Risk of accident Do not use high pressure cleaners with circu lar jet nozzles dirt grinders to clean your vehicle in particular the tyres You could oth erwise damage the tyres and cause an acci dent Always maintain a...

Page 268: ...use severe damage to the surface shiny mottled patches Always have paintwork repairs performed at a qualified specialist workshop e g a Mercedes Benz Service Centre Do not use wash programs with a hot wax treatment under any circumstances i Use only insect remover and car shampoo from the range of recommended and approved Mercedes Benz care products Cleaning the cabriolet soft top X Light soiling ...

Page 269: ... cloth For heavier soil ing clean it with the care and cleaning agents recommended and approved by Mercedes Benz and rinse it with clean water Do not use high pressure cleaning equip ment to clean the net Cleaning the AIRCAP draught stop Clean the AIRCAP draught stop with the soft top open X Vehicles with key turn the key to position 2 Y page 135 in the ignition lock X Vehicles with KEYLESS GO pre...

Page 270: ...p button until all indicator lamps in the instru ment cluster go out The windscreen wipers could otherwise move and injure you Do not pull on the wiper blade Otherwise the wiper blade could be damaged Do not clean wiper blades too often and do not rub them too hard Otherwise the graphite coating could be damaged This could cause wiper noise X Fold the wiper arms away from the wind screen X Careful...

Page 271: ...it becomes dirty or corroded X Remove any rust using a wire brush X Remove dirt with a clean lint free cloth or a brush Do not clean the ball coupling with a high pressure cleaner Do not use solvents X After cleaning lightly oil or grease the ball coupling X Check that the vehicle s trailer tow hitch is working properly Observe the note on care provided by the trailer manufacturer i Maintenance of...

Page 272: ...t free cloth e g a microfibre cloth X Heavy soiling use car care and cleaning products recommended and approved by Mercedes Benz Do not use solvent based cleaning agents such as tar remover wheel cleaners pol ishes or waxes There is otherwise a risk of damaging the surface Cleaning the seat covers Do not use microfibre cloths to clean gen uine leather artificial leather or Alcantara covers If used...

Page 273: ...e seat belts X Use clean lukewarm water and soap solu tion Do not clean the seat belts using chemical cleaning agents Do not dry the seatbelts at temperatures above 80 or by exposing them to direct sunlight 270 Care Maintenance and care BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 270 ...

Page 274: ...ccident 273 Where will I find 273 Flat tyre 275 Battery 285 Jump starting 289 Towing and tow starting 290 Fuses 293 271 Breakdown assistance BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 271 ...

Page 275: ... which was available at the time of pur chase Country specific differences are possible Bear in mind that your vehicle may not feature all functions described here 272 Vehicle equipment Breakdown assistance BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 272 ...

Page 276: ...rmal The active bonnet func tion pedestrian protec tion has been trig gered Your vehicle has been involved in a frontal collision X Reset the triggered active bonnet pedestrian protection Y page 258 The NECK PRO head restraints on the driv er s and front passenger seats have been triggered Your vehicle has been involved in a rear end collision X Reset the triggered NECK PRO head restraints Y page ...

Page 277: ...illed after each use and checked every one or two years It may otherwise fail in an emer gency Observe the legal requirements in all coun tries concerned Vehicle tool kit The vehicle tool kit can be found in the stow age well under the boot floor i Vehicles without a spare wheel are not equipped with the tools needed to change a wheel when they leave the factory e g jack or wheel wrench Some tools...

Page 278: ...stowage well under the boot floor X Lift the boot floor upwards Y page 248 X Remove tool kit stowage well X Turn stowage well anti clockwise and remove it X Remove Minispare emergency spare wheel For further information on changing a wheel and fitting the spare wheel see Y page 280 Flat tyre Preparing the vehicle Your vehicle may be equipped with Ra TIREFIT kit Ran emergency spare wheel Rthe MOExt...

Page 279: ...er X Get out of the vehicle Pay attention to traf fic conditions when doing so X Close the driver s door X Place the warning triangle Y page 273 a suitable distance away Observe legal requirements TIREFIT kit Using the TIREFIT kit You can use the TIREFIT kit to seal small punctures particularly those in the tyre tread You can use TIREFIT at outside temperatures down to 20 G Risk of accident In the...

Page 280: ...llow it to dry It can then be removed like a layer of film If you get TIREFIT on your clothing have it cleaned as soon as possible with perchloro ethylene G Risk of injury Comply with the manufacturer s safety instructions shown on the sticker on the elec tric air pump Your vehicle is provided with one of two dif ferent electric air pumps RVersion 1 the hose with the pressure gauge and the cable a...

Page 281: ...ise overheat The air pump can be operated again once it has cooled down If after five minutes a pressure of 180 kPa 1 8 bar 26 psi has been achieved see Y page 279 If after five minutes a pressure of 180 kPa 1 8 bar 26 psi has not been achieved see Y page 279 TIREFIT kit version 2 X Pull connector with the cable and hose A out of the housing X Screw hose A onto flange B of TIREFIT sealant filler b...

Page 282: ...ice Centre for this purpose In particular work relevant to safety or on safety related sys tems must be carried out at a qualified spe cialist workshop Tyre pressure of 180 kPa 1 8 bar 26 psi is reached X Press the on off switch on the electric air pump to 0 The electric air pump is switched off X Remove the TIREFIT kit from the wheel G Warning The air hose may still be hot Exercise proper caution...

Page 283: ...sk of accident The wheel and tyre size of the emergency spare wheel spare wheel may differ to that of the damaged wheel When using an emer gency spare wheel spare wheel the handling characteristics of the vehicle may change Adapt your style of driving accordingly Never operate the vehicle with more than one emergency spare wheel spare wheel that dif fers in size Only use an emergency spare wheel s...

Page 284: ...pwards X Fold out lower plate X Guide the lugs on the lower plate fully into openings in base plate Securing the vehicle on level ground example Coupé X On level ground place chocks or other suitable items under the front and rear of the wheel that is diagonally opposite the wheel you wish to change Securing the vehicle on slight downhill gradients example Coupé X On downhill gradients place chock...

Page 285: ...in the jacking points Please note that you must position the jack in the opening of the jacking point X Using wheel wrench loosen the bolts on the wheel you wish to change by about one full turn Do not unscrew the bolts com pletely The jacking points for the jack are located behind the wheel housings of the front wheels and in front of the wheel housings of the rear wheels arrows Jacking points fo...

Page 286: ... the vehicle any further Consult a qualified specialist workshop which has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required Mercedes Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes Benz Service Centre or Service 24h for this pur pose In particular work relevant to safety or on safety related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop G Risk of accident Only u...

Page 287: ...ing the vehicle even when one or more tyres lose all air pressure The MOExtended run flat system may only be used in conjunction with the activated tyre pressure loss warning system or with the acti vated tyre pressure monitor The maximum permissible distance which can be driven in run flat mode depends on the load in the vehicle It is 80 km if the vehicle is partially laden and 30 km if fully lad...

Page 288: ...notes In order for the battery to achieve the maxi mum possible service life it must always be sufficiently charged Have the battery charge checked more fre quently if you use the vehicle mainly for short trips or if you leave it standing idle for a lengthy period To prevent damage from corrosion only replace the battery with one that has a central ventilation cover Only replace a battery with a b...

Page 289: ...is switched off Check that all the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster are off Otherwise you may destroy electronic components such as the alternator i Remove the key if you park the vehicle and do not require any electrical consum ers The vehicle will then use very little energy thus conserving battery power Mercedes Benz recommends that you do not carry out work on batteries yourself e g r...

Page 290: ...being charged gases can escape and generate minor explosions This could injure you and other persons or cause damage to the paintwork or acid cor rosion on the vehicle You can obtain information about battery chargers which allow the battery to be charged while still installed from a qualified specialist workshop e g a Mercedes Benz Service Centre G Risk of injury There is a risk of acid burns dur...

Page 291: ...secure the cover X Connect the negative terminal clamp X Put the filter box back in place then clip in and close the retaining clamps X Close the bonnet i If the power supply has been interrupted e g if the battery has been reconnected you must carry out the following tasks Rset the clock Y page 205 Rreset the function for folding the exterior mirrors in out automatically by folding the mirrors ou...

Page 292: ...cond battery or a jump starting device X Only jump start the vehicle when the engine is cold and the catalytic converter system has cooled down42 X Do not start the engine if the battery is frozen Let the battery thaw first X Jump starting may only be performed from batteries with a nominal voltage of 12 V X Only use jump leads which have a sufficient cross section and insulated terminal clamps X ...

Page 293: ...necting from the battery on your own vehicle first X Have the battery checked at a qualified specialist workshop e g a Mercedes Benz Service Centre Towing and tow starting Important safety notes When towing observe the legal requirements in all countries concerned G Risk of accident If you tow the vehicle you must use a rigid towing bar if Rthe engine is not running Rthere is a brake system malfun...

Page 294: ...ver a longer distance this must be done with the rear axle raised Rthe ignition must be switched off if you are towing the vehicle with the rear axle raised Intervention by ESP could otherwise dam age the brake system Rif the vehicle has suffered transmission damage only tow it with the propeller shaft disconnected Rif the engine does not start try jump start ing it Y page 289 Rif it is not possib...

Page 295: ...ld other wise damage the brake system X Vehicles with manual transmission turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock X Fully depress the clutch pedal X Shift to neutral X Vehicles with automatic transmission turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock X Shift the transmission to position N Transporting the vehicle The towing eyes or trailer tow hitch can be used to pull the vehicle onto a...

Page 296: ...t workshop e g a Mercedes Benz Service Centre Blown fuses must be replaced with fuses of the same rating which you can recognise by the colour and value The fuse ratings are lis ted in the fuse allocation chart A Mercedes Benz Service Centre will be happy to advise you If the newly inserted fuse also blows have the cause traced and rectified at a qualified spe cialist workshop e g a Mercedes Benz ...

Page 297: ...er rods X Open the bonnet Y page 259 X Remove any existing moisture from the fuse box using a dry cloth X Take lines from the guides X Move aside lines Route the lines behind connection to do this X To open open clamps X Remove the fuse box cover forwards X To close check whether the rubber seal is lying correctly in the cover X Insert the cover at the rear of the fuse box into the retainer X Fold...

Page 298: ...n raise boot floor Y page 248 X Using tabs push back floor covering with slits and lift it up Fuses 295 Breakdown assistance BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 295 Z ...

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Page 300: ...ved 298 Maintenance and care of wheels and tyres 299 Tyre pressures 299 Direction of rotation 302 Interchanging the wheels 302 Wheel and tyre combinations 303 297 Tyres and wheels BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 297 ...

Page 301: ...ntre Retreaded tyres are neither tested nor recommended by Mercedes Benz since previous damage cannot always be detec ted on retreaded tyres As a result Mercedes Benz cannot guarantee vehicle safety if retreaded tyres are fitted Do not fit used tyres if you have no information about their previous usage Modification work on the brake system and wheels is not permitted nor is the use of spacer plat...

Page 302: ...g trips and correct the pressure as necessary Y page 299 Tyre tread G Risk of accident Bear in mind that Rtyre grip decreases rapidly on wet roads when the tread depth is less than 3 mm Thus you should replace tyres that have insufficient tread Rwinter tyres should be replaced when the tread depth is 4 mm or less as they will no longer provide adequate grip Rthe tread on a tyre may not wear evenly...

Page 303: ...er too high or too low has a negative effect on the vehicle s driving safety which could lead you to cause an acci dent Therefore you should regularly check the pressure of all the tyres particularly prior to long trips and correct the pressure as nec essary To test tyre pressure use a suitable pressure gauge The outer appearance of a tyre does not permit any reliable conclusion about the tyre pre...

Page 304: ... message will appear in the multifunction dis play G Risk of accident The tyre pressure loss warning system does not warn you of an incorrectly set tyre pres sure The table on the inside of the fuel filler flap will help you decide whether the tyre pressures should be corrected The tyre pressure loss warning system does not replace the need to regularly check your vehicle s tyre pressures since an...

Page 305: ...he Tyre press now OK message appears use 9 or to select Can cel X Press the a button The tyre pressure values stored at the last restart will continue to be monitored Direction of rotation Tyres with a specified direction of rotation have additional benefits e g if there is a risk of aquaplaning You will only gain these ben efits if the correct direction of rotation is observed An arrow on the sid...

Page 306: ...nz If you use other tyres wheels and acces sories Mercedes Benz cannot accept any responsibility for damage that may result from this Further information about tyres wheels and approved combinations can be obtained from any Mercedes Benz Service Centre If you fit tyres other than those tested and recommended by Mercedes Benz charac teristics such as handling noise levels and fuel consumption etc m...

Page 307: ... x 16 H2 ET 38 R16 BA Summer tyres45 215 55 R16 93 V 215 55 R16 93 W Winter tyres 215 55 R16 93 H M Si 215 55 R16 93 H M Si Wheels 7 5J x 16 H2 ET 45 7 5J x 16 H2 ET 45 43 BlueEFFICIENCY 44 Coupé only 45 Not in combination with Sports package code 950 952 sports suspension code 486 or dynamic handling package code 483 304 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres and wheels BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB...

Page 308: ... 40 R18 95 H XL M Si Light alloy wheels 8 0J x 18 H2 ET 45 8 0J x 18 H2 ET 45 Mixed tyres i FA front axle RA rear axle 43 BlueEFFICIENCY 46 Cabriolet not in combination with Sports package code 950 952 sports suspension code 486 or dynamic handling package code 483 47 Tyres with run flat characteristics and only in combination with an activated tyre pressure loss warning system or tyre pressure mo...

Page 309: ...wheels 8 0 J x 18 H2 ET 45 8 0 J x 18 H2 ET 45 RA Summer tyres51 255 35 R18 94 Y XL 255 35 R18 94 Y XL Light alloy wheels 8 5 J x 18 H2 ET 49 8 5J x 18 H2 ET 49 Spare wheel Depending on the country the engine and the wheels fitted your vehicle may be equipped with a TIREFIT kit or a Minispare emergency spare wheel 49 BlueEFFICIENCY 50 Tyres with run flat characteristics and only in combination wit...

Page 310: ...ist workshop e g a Mercedes Benz Service Centre i The specified tyre pressure is printed in yellow on the emergency spare wheel Minispare emergency spare wheel53 E 200 CGI54 E 220 CDI54 E 250 CGI54 E 250 CDI54 E 350 E 350 CGI54 E 350 CDI54 E 500 R16 Tyres T 135 90 R16 102 M Tyre pressure 420 kPa 4 2 bar 61 psi Wheels 3 5 B x 16 H2 ET 20 R17 Tyres T 135 80 R17 103 M Tyre pressure 420 kPa 4 2 bar 61...

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Page 312: ... 310 Vehicle identification plates 312 Service products and capacities 313 Vehicle data 317 Boot lid opening dimensions 322 Trailer tow hitch 322 24 GHz radar sensor system coun try overview 324 309 Technical data BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03 22 01 00 Seite 309 ...

Page 313: ... type from that for which the vehicle s general operating permit was granted Rother road users could be endangered Rthe emission or noise levels are adversely affected The use of non approved parts could affect your vehicle s operating safety Therefore Mercedes Benz recommends genuine Mercedes Benz parts and conversion parts and accessories that have been approved for your vehicle H Environmental ...

Page 314: ...AK Short wave f 54 MHz 100 W 4 m waveband 30 W 2 m waveband 50 W Trunked radio Tetra 35 W 70 cm waveband 35 W GSM 900 AMPS 10 W GSM 1800 10 W UMTS 10 W The following aerial positions may be used if RF transmitters have been properly installed Aerial positions Coupé Front roof area56 Rear roof area56 Rear wing57 Boot lid Aerial positions Cabriolet Rear wing57 G Risk of accident Incorrect retrofitti...

Page 315: ... mW PEAK may be used in the vehicle without restrictions The operating permit may be invalidated if the instructions for installation and use of RF transmitters are not observed e g approved wavebands maximum output and aerial positions on the vehicle Vehicle identification plates Vehicle identification plate with vehi cle identification number VIN and paint code number X Open the right hand door ...

Page 316: ...nise service products approved by Mercedes Benz by the following inscrip tion on the containers RMB Freigabe e g MB Freigabe 229 51 RMB Approval e g MB Approval 229 51 Other designations or recommendations that relate to a level of quality or a specification in accordance with an MB Sheet number such as MB 229 5 have not necessarily been approved by Mercedes Benz You can obtain further information...

Page 317: ...ed when the vehicle is delivered The consumption figures for vehicles up to the EURO4 standard have been determined in accordance with EU Directive 80 1268 EEC while figures for vehicles complying with the EURO5 standard or higher have been determined in accordance with Reg ulation EC No 715 2007 in each case based on the currently applicable version Deviations from these values may occur under no...

Page 318: ...Petrol engines MB Approval E 35058 E 350 CGI59 E 500 229 3 229 5 E 200 CGI59 E 250 CGI59 229 3 229 5 229 51 Diesel engines MB Approval Vehicles with a diesel particle filter E 220 CDI59 E 250 CDI59 E 350 CDI59 228 51 229 31 229 51 You can call up an overview of approved engine oils on the Internet at http bevo mercedes benz com by enter ing the designation e g 229 5 i If the engine oils listed in ...

Page 319: ...e used depending on the average air temperature Brake fluid G Risk of accident The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture from the air this lowers its boiling point If the boiling point of the brake fluid is too low vapour pockets may form in the brake system when the brakes are applied hard e g when driving downhill This would impair braking efficiency You should have the brake fluid renewed at ...

Page 320: ...r concentra tion in the cooling system should Rbe at least 50 This will protect the cooling system against freezing down to around 37 Rnot exceed 55 antifreeze protection down to 45 otherwise heat will not be dissipated as effectively If the vehicle has lost coolant top it up with equal amounts of water and antifreeze cor rosion inhibitor Mercedes Benz recom mends an antifreeze corrosion inhibitor...

Page 321: ...riolet 2760 mm Vehicle weights Unladen weight in accordance with EC directive Coupé 1575 kg Cabriolet 1695 kg The unladen weight includes the driver 68 kg luggage 7 kg and all fluids fuel tank 90 full Items of optional equipment increase the unladen weight and reduce the maximum payload Maximum roof load Coupé only 100 kg Maximum boot load 100 kg Vehicle specific weight information can be found on...

Page 322: ...briolet 4698 mm Vehicle width including exterior mirrors Coupé 2028 mm Cabriolet 2015 mm Vehicle height65 Coupé 1397 mm Cabriolet 1402 mm Wheelbase Coupé 2760 mm Cabriolet 2760 mm Vehicle weights Unladen weight in accordance with EC directive Coupé 1670 kg Cabriolet 1790 kg The unladen weight includes the driver 68 kg luggage 7 kg and all fluids fuel tank 90 full Items of optional equipment increa...

Page 323: ...ight and reduce the maximum payload Maximum roof load Coupé only 100 kg Maximum boot load 100 kg Vehicle specific weight information can be found on the vehicle identification plate Y page 312 Vehicle data E 220 CDI BlueEFFI CIENCY Vehicle dimensions Vehicle length ECE Coupé 4698 mm Cabriolet 4698 mm Vehicle width including exterior mirrors Coupé 2028 mm Cabriolet 2015 mm Vehicle height67 Coupé 13...

Page 324: ...5 mm Vehicle dimensions Vehicle height68 Coupé 1397 mm Cabriolet 1402 mm Wheelbase Coupé 2760 mm Cabriolet 2760 mm Vehicle weights Unladen weight in accordance with EC Directive manual transmission Coupé 1695 kg Cabriolet 1815 kg Unladen weight in accordance with EC Directive automatic transmission Coupé 1690 kg Cabriolet 1810 kg The unladen weight includes the driver 68 kg luggage 7 kg and all fl...

Page 325: ...specific weight information can be found on the vehicle identification plate Y page 312 Boot lid opening dimensions Tailgate opening height Coupé 1678 1683 mm Cabriolet 1550 mm i The values specified may differ from the actual values depending on the tyres load optional equipment and the state of the suspension Trailer tow hitch Installation dimensions G Risk of accident Only have a trailer tow hi...

Page 326: ...s sis frame Anchorage points for the trailer tow hitch Anchorage points Overhang dimension Rear axle centre line For trailer tow hitches fitted at the factory the overhang dimension is 1151 3 mm Trailer loads All models Permissible trailer load unbraked 750 kg Permissible trailer load braked70 1800 kg Maximum drawbar noseweight71 75 kg 70 At a minimum gradient climbing capability of 12 from a stan...

Page 327: ...ate the system using the on board computer Y page 208 The current country overview can be obtained from a Mercedes Benz Service Centre The radar sensor system is automatically deactivated near radio telescope facilities If DIS TRONIC PLUS Blind Spot Assist or PRE SAFE Brake are activated at this point a corre sponding message appears in the multifunction display to tell you that the radar sensor s...

Page 328: ... E 7 km Tuorla 60 24 56 N 22 26 31 E 5 km France Plateau de Bure 44 38 01 N 05 54 26 E 35 km Floirac 44 50 10 N 00 31 37 W 35 km Gibraltar Greece United Kingdom Cambridge 52 09 59 N 00 02 20 E 9 km Darnhall 53 09 22 N 02 32 03 W 5 km Jodrell Bank 53 14 10 N 02 18 26 W 9 km Knockin 52 47 24 N 02 59 45 W 5 km Pickmere 53 17 18 N 02 26 38 W 5 km Ireland Iceland Italy Medicina 44 31 14 N 11 38 49 E 20...

Page 329: ...Mexico Mongolia New Zealand The Netherlands Norway Oman Austria Pakistan Poland Cracow Fort Skala 50 03 18 N 19 49 36 E 1 km Torún Piwnice 52 54 48 N 18 33 30 E 1 km Portugal Romania Russia Dimitrov 56 26 00 N 37 27 00 E 35 km Kalyazin 57 13 22 N 37 54 01 E 35 km Pushchino 54 49 00 N 37 40 00 E 35 km 326 24 GHz radar sensor system country overview Technical data BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mka...

Page 330: ...land Bleien 47 20 26 N 08 06 44 E 3 km Singapore Slovakia Slovenia Spain Yebes 40 31 27 N 03 05 22 W 15 km Robledo 40 25 38 N 04 14 57 W 7 km South Africa Syria Czech Republic Turkey Ukraine Hungary Penc 47 47 22 N 19 16 53 E 2 km USA United Arab Emi rates Cyprus 24 GHz radar sensor system country overview 327 Technical data BA 207 ECE ÄJ 2010 1a 1 2 en GB mkalafa Version 3 0 2 11 2010 01 26T13 03...

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