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Off-road program

Slippery off-road program

You can select the Slippery off-road program

for snow or rain.
The Slippery off-road program has the following

characteristics:

The steering, drive, transmission and suspen-

sion are adapted for comfort.

Vehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL: the

vehicle is adjusted to normal level.

The ECO start/stop function is available

(

page 140).

ESP

and 4ETS programs especially adapted to

slippery surfaces are also activated for maxi-

mum stability.

For more information on driving with snow

chains, see (

page 351).

Off-road off-road program

You can select the Off-road off-road program

for driving on easily negotiable terrain, e.g. dirt

roads, gravel and sand.
The Off-road program has the following char-

acteristics:

The steering, drive and suspension are adap-

ted for comfort

The transmission is adapted for off-road driv-

ing

Vehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL: the

vehicle is raised by 0.6 in (15 mm) compared

with the normal level

The Off-road program assists you when driving

in easily negotiable off-road terrain. The

engine’s performance characteristics and the

gearshifting characteristics of the automatic

transmission are adapted for this purpose. ABS,

ESP

and 4ETS programs especially adapted to

off-road driving are also activated.

Rocking free off-road program

The Rocking free off-road program is available

only in vehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL.

You can select the Rocking free off-road pro-

gram to free the vehicle from especially difficult

off-road terrain at low speeds.

The Rocking free off-road program has the fol-

lowing characteristics:

The steering, drive and suspension are adap-

ted for comfort

The transmission is adapted for off-road driv-

ing

The vehicle is raised by 2.0 in (50 mm) com-

pared with the normal level

ABS, ESP

and 4ETS programs especially adap-

ted to off-road driving are also activated.

The Rocking free off-road program can be

selected up to a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h).

If you are driving in the Rocking free off-road

program at speeds above 12 mph (20 km/h):

the vehicle switches to the off-road program

Off-road

the vehicle is lowered by 1.4 in (35 mm)

Notes on driving off-road (

page 165).

Gradient off-road program

You can use the Gradient off-road program to

overcome steep terrain.
The Gradient off-road program has the follow-

ing characteristics:

The steering, drive and suspension are adap-

ted for comfort

The transmission is adapted for off-road driv-

ing

Manual gearshifting is activated

(

page 152)

Vehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL: the

vehicle is raised by 0.6 in (15 mm) compared

with the normal level

DSR is activated (

page 180)

ABS, ESP

and 4ETS programs especially adap-

ted to gradients are also activated.

Trailer off-road program

Select the Trailer off-road program when tow-

ing a trailer.
The Trailer off-road program has the following

characteristics:

The steering, drive and suspension are adap-

ted for comfort

The transmission is adapted for off-road driv-

ing

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Summary of Contents for GLC

Page 1: ...on to the vehicle s Operator s Manual you can obtain the complete multi media system Supplement from your authorized Mercedes Benz Center Digital form via the Internet You can find the Operator s Manual on the Mercedes Benz homepage Digital form as an App TheMercedes BenzGuidesAppisavailableforfreeontheApple AppstoreorGoogle Play Apple iOS Android Order no P253 0614 13 Part no 253 584 67 04 Editio...

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

Page 3: ...RModel ROrder RCountry specification RAvailability Mercedes Benz therefore reserves the right to introduce changes in the following areas RDesign REquipment RTechnical features The equipment in your vehicle may therefore differ from that shown in the descriptions and illustrations The following are integral components of the vehicle RDigital Operator s Manual RPrinted Operator s Manual RMaintenanc...

Page 4: ...ng wheel and mirrors 99 Correct driver s seat position 99 Seats 99 Steering wheel 105 Mirrors 107 Memory function 110 Lights and windshield wipers 112 Exterior lighting 112 Interior lighting 116 Replacing bulbs 116 Windshield wipers 120 Climate control 124 Overview of climate control systems 124 Operating the climate control sys tems 127 Air vents 133 Driving and parking 135 Notes on breaking in a...

Page 5: ...349 Important safety notes 349 Operation 349 Winter operation 351 Tire pressure 352 Loading the vehicle 359 All about wheels and tires 362 Changing a wheel 369 Wheel tire combination 373 Technical data 375 Information regarding technical data 375 Vehicle electronics 375 Identification plates 376 Service products and filling capaci ties 377 Vehicle data 382 Vehicle data for off road driving 383 Tra...

Page 6: ...es 74 Warning lamp 277 Active Lane Keeping Assist Activating deactivating on board computer 233 Display message 257 Function information 212 Active light function Display message 251 ADAPTIVE BRAKE 73 Adaptive Brake Assist Function notes 68 Adaptive Damping System Function notes 186 Adaptive Damping System with continuous damping adjustment ADS PLUS 184 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Display message 252...

Page 7: ...pecial service requirements 323 ATA Anti Theft Alarm system Activating deactivating 77 Function 77 Switching off the alarm 77 ATTENTION ASSIST Activating deactivating 233 Display message 256 Displaying level 204 Function notes 203 Authorized Mercedes Benz Center see Qualified specialist workshop Authorized workshop see Qualified specialist workshop AUTO lights Display message 251 see Lights Automa...

Page 8: ... see Climate control Bluetooth Searching for a mobile phone 288 see also Digital Operator s Man ual 280 Brake Active Brake Assist with cross traffic function 73 Brake Assist see BAS Brake Assist System Brake assistance see BAS Brake Assist System Brake fluid Display message 245 Notes 380 Brake force distribution see EBD electronic brake force distribution Brake linings Display message 245 Brakes A...

Page 9: ...300 Opening closing 300 Stowage well under 300 Cargo compartment plug in mod ule telescope bars 299 Cargo net Attaching 297 Important safety information 297 Cargo tie down rings 295 CD see also Digital Operator s Man ual 280 CD player on board computer 229 Center console Lower section Mercedes AMG vehicles 41 Upper section 39 Central locking Locking unlocking SmartKey 78 Change of address 30 Chang...

Page 10: ...perature 128 Switching air recirculation mode on off 131 Switching on off 127 Switching residual heat on off 131 Switching the rear window defroster on off 130 Switching the synchronization function on and off 130 Synchronization function multi media system 285 Climate control settings Multimedia system 284 Climate control system Climate control 127 Coat hooks 299 Cockpit Overview 36 Code for Apps...

Page 11: ...ehicle 264 Distance Pilot DISTRONIC Activating 172 Activation conditions 172 Cruise control lever 172 Display Message 259 Displays in the instrument cluster 175 Driving tips 176 Driving with Distance Pilot DISTRONIC 173 Function notes 170 Important safety notes 171 Setting a speed 174 Setting the specified minimum distance 174 Stopping 174 Switching off 176 with Steering Pilot 177 Distance recorde...

Page 12: ...TTENTION ASSIST 203 Blind Spot Assist 205 Cruise control 169 Display message 256 Driving Assistance Plus package 209 HOLD function 178 Lane Keeping Assist 207 Lane Tracking package 205 Rear view camera 194 Traffic Sign Assist 205 Driving tips Automatic transmission 149 Brakes 163 Break in period 135 Distance Pilot DISTRONIC 176 Downhill gradient 163 Drinking and driving 161 Driving in winter 165 D...

Page 13: ...ant safety notes 138 Starting problems 143 Starting the engine with the SmartKey 138 Starting via smartphone 139 Starting with the Start Stop but ton 138 Switching off 158 Tow starting vehicle 347 Engine electronics Problem malfunction 143 Engine oil Adding 320 Additives 380 Checking the oil level 319 Checking the oil level using the dipstick 320 Checking the oil level using the on board computer ...

Page 14: ... E10 378 Fuel gauge 37 Gasoline 378 Grade gasoline 378 Important safety notes 378 Problem malfunction 157 Refueling 155 Tank content reserve fuel 378 Fuel level Calling up the range on board computer 225 Fuel tank Capacity 378 Problem malfunction 157 Fuses Allocation chart 348 Before changing 347 Dashboard fuse box 347 Fuse box in the cargo compart ment 348 Fuse box in the engine compart ment 348 ...

Page 15: ...sage 251 Replacing bulbs 118 Switching on off 113 Hill start assist 140 HOLD function Activating 179 Activation conditions 179 Deactivating 179 Display message 259 Function notes 178 General notes 178 Home address see also Digital Operator s Man ual 280 Hood Closing 319 Display message 266 Important safety notes 318 Opening 318 Horn 36 HUD see Head up display Hydroplaning 164 I Ignition lock see K...

Page 16: ...azard warning lamps 114 High beam flasher 113 High beam headlamps 113 Light switch 112 Low beam headlamps 113 Parking lamps 113 Rear fog lamp 113 Setting exterior lighting 112 Standing lamps 113 Switching the daytime running lamps on off on board com puter 234 Turn signals 113 see Interior lighting Loading guidelines 290 Locking see Central locking Locking doors Automatic 85 Emergency locking 85 F...

Page 17: ...com puter 239 Messages see Display messages see Warning and indicator lamps Mirror turn signal Cleaning 327 Mirrors see Exterior mirrors see Vanity mirror in the sun visor Mobile phone Connecting device manager 287 Frequencies 375 Installation 375 Menu on board computer 230 Transmission output maximum 375 Modifying the programming SmartKey 80 MOExtended tires 334 Mounting wheels Lowering the vehic...

Page 18: ... notes 181 Overview of programs 182 Off road system DSR 180 Off road drive program 181 Off road 4ETS 70 Off road ESP 72 Oil see Engine oil On board computer AMG menu 235 Assistance graphic menu 231 Assistance menu 232 Display messages 239 Displaying a service message 323 Displays and operation 220 Distance Pilot DISTRONIC 175 Factory settings 235 G Meter 236 Head up display 223 Head up display men...

Page 19: ...Parking assistance see Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Parking brake Applying automatically 159 Applying or releasing manually 159 Display message 242 Electric parking brake 159 Emergency braking 160 General notes 159 Releasing automatically 160 Warning lamp 274 Parking lamps Switching on off 113 Parking Pilot Canceling 191 Detecting parking spaces 188 Exiting a parking space 190 Function notes 188 Impo...

Page 20: ...n off 113 Rear seat Adjusting the angle of the backr ests 295 Rear seat folding the backrest for wards back 293 Rear seat backrest Display message 266 Rear seats Display message 266 Rear view camera Reverse parking function 196 Cleaning instructions 328 Coupling up a trailer function 198 Display in the multimedia system 195 General notes 194 Object detection function notes 198 Switching on off 195...

Page 21: ...e Operating safety Safety system see Driving safety systems SD card Inserting removing 289 Selecting 229 SD memory card see also Digital Operator s Man ual 280 Search Send see also Digital Operator s Man ual 280 Seat Correct driver s seat position 99 Seat belts Adjusting the driver s and front passenger seat belt 48 Adjusting the height 48 center rear compartment seat 48 Cleaning 330 Correct usage...

Page 22: ...portant safety notes 94 Problem malfunction 97 see Panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel SmartKey Changing the battery 81 Changing the programming 80 Checking the battery 81 Convenience closing feature 93 Convenience opening feature 92 Display message 267 Door central locking unlocking 78 Important safety notes 78 KEYLESS GO start function 80 Loss 82 Mechanical key 80 Overview 78 Positions i...

Page 23: ...s 302 Door 292 Eyeglasses compartment 291 Glove box 291 Important safety information 290 Map pockets 292 Rear 292 Stowage net 292 see Stowage areas Stowage net 292 Summer tires In winter 351 Sun visor 303 Suspension settings AIR BODY CONTROL 184 Suspension tuning AMG sports suspension based on AIR BODY CONTROL 186 SETUP on board computer Mercedes AMG vehicles 236 SUV Sport Utility Vehicle 31 Switc...

Page 24: ...neral notes 356 Important safety notes 357 Radio type approval for the tire pressure monitor 359 Restarting 358 Warning lamp 278 Warning message 358 Tire pressure sensors Display message 263 Tire change tool kit 333 TIREFIT kit Important safety notes 335 Storage location 333 Tire pressure not reached 337 Tire pressure reached 337 Using 336 Tires Aspect ratio definition 368 Average weight of the ve...

Page 25: ...2 Touchpad Changing the station music track 283 Character suggestions 282 Deleting characters 282 Entering a space 282 Entering characters 282 Gesture control 282 Handwriting recognition 282 Operating the touchpad 282 Overview 282 Quick access for Audio 283 Switching 282 Switching input line 282 Tow starting Emergency engine starting 347 Important safety notes 343 Towing a trailer Axle load permis...

Page 26: ...smission output maximum 375 Type identification plate see Vehicle identification plate U Unlocking Emergency unlocking 85 From inside the vehicle central unlocking button 84 USB devices Connecting to the Media Inter face 289 V Vanity mirror in the sun visor 303 Vehicle Correct use 32 Data acquisition 33 Display message 264 Electronics 375 Equipment 29 Individual settings 231 Limited Warranty 33 Lo...

Page 27: ... notes 349 Information on driving 349 Interchanging changing 369 Mounting a new wheel 372 Mounting a wheel 370 Removing a wheel 372 Snow chains 351 Storing 370 Tightening torque 373 Wheel size tire size 373 Window curtain air bag Display message 248 Operation 51 Windows see Side windows Windshield Defrosting 130 Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system Adding w...

Page 28: ...Workshop see Qualified specialist workshop 26 Index ...

Page 29: ... deactiva ted for safety reasons while driving Operation Calling up the Digital Operator s Man ual X Press the Ø button on the center console The overview relating to the vehicle appears X Select the Operator s Manual menu item by turning 3 or pressing 7 the controller X Confirm 7 the message about the warning and safety notes The menu for the Digital Operator s Manual appears Operating the Digita...

Page 30: ...front Ravoid frequent sudden acceleration and braking Rchange gear in good time and use each gear only up to Ô of its maximum engine speed Rswitch off the engine in stationary traffic Rkeep an eye on the vehicle s fuel consump tion Environmental concerns and recom mendations Wherever the Operator s Manual requires you to dispose of materials first try to regenerate or re use them Observe the relev...

Page 31: ... in the vehicle Service and vehicle operation Warranty The Limited Warranty for your vehicle applies in accordance with the warranty terms and condi tions in the Service and Warranty Information booklet Your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will replace and repair all factory installed parts in accordance with the following warranty terms and conditions RNew Vehicle Limited Warranty REmission Syste...

Page 32: ...hange of address please send us the Notification of Address Change in the Service and Warranty Booklet or simply call the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center USA at the hotline number 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 800 367 6372 or Customer Service Center Canada at 1 800 387 0100 This will assist us in contact ing you in a timely manner should the need arise If you sell your Mercedes please leave all li...

Page 33: ...ell as wiring can impair their function and or the function of other net worked components In particular systems relevant to safety could also be affected As a result these may no longer function as inten ded and or jeopardize the operating safety of the vehicle There is an increased risk of an accident and injury Never tamper with the wiring as well as elec tronic components or their software You...

Page 34: ...dals Do not use loose floormats and do not place floormats on top of one another If the engine is switched off and equipment on the diagnostics connection is used the starter battery may discharge Connecting equipment to the diagnostics con nection can lead to emissions monitoring infor mation being reset for example This may lead to the vehicle failing to meet the requirements of the next emissio...

Page 35: ... of your vehi cle and possible damage to the vehicle Dam age to the vehicle which is caused by violation of these notes is not covered by the Mercedes Benz implied warranty or the new or used vehicle warranty QR code for rescue card The QR codes are secured in the fuel filler flap and on the opposite side on the B pillar In the event of an accident rescue services can use the QR code to quickly fi...

Page 36: ...corder EDR This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record in certain crash or near crash like situations such as an air bag deploy ment or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typic...

Page 37: ...software Information on license for free and open source software used in your vehicle can be found on the data carrier in your vehicle document wallet and including updates on the following web site http www mercedes benz com opensource Registered trademarks Registered trademarks RBluetooth is a registered trademark of Blue tooth SIG Inc RDTS is a registered trademark of DTS Inc RDolby and MLP ar...

Page 38: ...F Adjusts the steering wheel 105 G Cruise control lever 169 H Electric parking brake 159 Function Page I Diagnostics connection 32 J Opens the hood 318 K Light switch 112 L Control panel for Y Activating Distance Pilot DISTRONIC with Steer ing Pilot 177 Ç Switching on Active Lane Keeping Assist 212 c Deactivating Parking Assist PARKTRONIC 193 Ô Switching on the 360 camera 199 Switching on the head...

Page 39: ...c parking brake yellow 274 Function Page ABS malfunctioning 271 Check Engine 274 This indicator lamp has no function Electric parking brake applied red 274 F USA only Canada only Brakes red 270 USA only J Canada only M SPORT handling mode Mercedes AMG vehicles 273 A Coolant temperature gage 221 Warning and indicator lamps Coolant too hot cold 275 B Fuel level indicator Warning and indicator lamps ...

Page 40: ...1 ñ Switches on voice operated control for naviga tion or the Voice Control Sys tem i Vehicles with Audio 20 multimedia sys tem you can find further information Ron the multimedia system in the Digital Operator s Manual Ron voice controlled navigation in the man ufacturer s operating instructions i Vehicles with COMAND multimedia sys tem you can find further information Ron the multimedia system i...

Page 41: ...or s Manual Telephone button see Digital Operator s Manual A PASSENGER AIRBAG indica tor lamps 45 ATA indicator lamp 77 Function Page B Õ Media button see Dig ital Operator s Manual C Radio button see Digi tal Operator s Manual D Ø Navigation button see Digital Operator s Manual E þ Inserts or ejects a CD or DVD see Digital Opera tor s Manual Center console 39 At a glance ...

Page 42: ...ivates ESP 70 A Touchpad 282 B Ã DSR Downhill Speed Regulation 180 C Opens stowage compart ment with Media Interface 290 Function Page D Activates deactivates the off road program 181 E è ECO start stop func tion 140 F p Manual gearshifting per manent setting 152 G É Adjusts the vehicle level AIR BODY CONTROL 185 c Deactivates Parking Assist PARKTRONIC 193 H DYNAMIC SELECT switch 144 I Back button...

Page 43: ...tem can be selected 142 Ü Switches the multime dia system on off 281 è ECO start stop func tion 140 A É Adjusts the vehicle level AIR BODY CONTROL 185 Function Page B Stowage compartment with Media Interface 290 C Touchpad 282 D å Activates deactivates ESP 71 M Activates deactivates SPORT handling mode 71 E AMG sports suspension based on AIR BODY CON TROL 186 F Manual gearshifting perma nent setti...

Page 44: ...ht hand reading lamp on off 116 C ï Info call button mbrace system 310 Function Page D Eyeglasses compartment 291 E 3 Operates the pano rama roof with power tilt sliding panel 95 Operates the roller sunblinds 96 F Rear view mirror Automatic anti glare 108 G Buttons for the garage door opener 315 H Microphone for mbrace sys tem telephone and the Voice Control System see the sep arate operating inst...

Page 45: ...s locks the vehicle 84 C W Opens closes the rear left side window 91 D W Opens closes the left side window 91 Function Page E 7Zª Adjusts and folds the exterior mirrors out in electrically 107 F W Opens closes the right side window 91 G W Opens closes the rear right side window 91 H n Override feature for the controls in the rear compart ment 65 I p Opens closes the tail gate 89 Door control panel...

Page 46: ...level of protection for vehicle occupants in the event of an accident For exam ple if in the event of an accident the protection offered by the seat belt is sufficient the air bags are not deployed When an accident occurs only the air bags that increase protection in that par ticular accident situation are deployed How ever seat belts and air bags generally do not protect against objects penetrati...

Page 47: ... accident RPASSENGER AIR BAG OFF lights up the front passenger front air bag is deactivated It will then not be deployed in the event of an acci dent If the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp is off only the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp shows the status of the front passenger front air bag The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp may be lit continuously or be off Depending on the person i...

Page 48: ...ten their seat belts before starting the journey G WARNING If the seat belt is not worn correctly it cannot perform its intended protective function An incorrectly fastened seat belt can also cause injuries for example in the event of an acci dent or when braking or changing direction abruptly This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury Always ensure that all vehicle occupants have...

Page 49: ...int system cannot provide the best level of protection G WARNING If you feed seat belts through the opening in the seat backrest the seat backrest may be damaged or may even break in the event of an accident This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury Only use the standard three point seat belt Never modify the seat belt system Proper use of the seat belts Observe the safety notes ...

Page 50: ...ld belt outlet release and slide the belt outlet down X Let go of belt outlet release in the desired position and make sure that the belt outlet engages All seat belts except the driver s seat belt are equipped with a special seat belt retractor to securely fasten child restraint systems in the vehicle Further information can be found under Special seat belt retractor Y page 60 Seat belt for the c...

Page 51: ...installation point of an air bag can be rec ognized by the AIRBAG marking An air bag complements the correctly fastened seat belt It is no substitute for the seat belt The air bag provides additional protection in appli cable accident situations Not all air bags are deployed in an accident The different air bag systems function independ ently from one another Y page 56 However no system available ...

Page 52: ...olders are attached to the vehicle within the deployment area of an air bag e g to doors side windows rear side trim or side walls Rno heavy sharp edged or fragile objects are in the pockets of your clothing Store such objects in a suitable place G WARNING If you modify the air bag cover or affix objects such as stickers to it the air bag can no longer function correctly There is an increased risk...

Page 53: ...poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by Mercedes Benz Front side impact air bags and rear side impact air bags deploy next to the outer bol ster of the seat backrest When deployed the side impact air bag offers additional thorax protection However it does not protect the RHead RNeck RArms If the restr...

Page 54: ...assenger seat be sure to observe the correct positioning of the child restraint system Never place objects under or behind the child restraint system e g a cushion Fully retract the seat cushion length The entire base of the child restraint system must always rest on the seat cushion of the front passenger seat The backrest of the forward facing child restraint system must lie as flat as possible ...

Page 55: ...the front passenger front air bag can deploy in the event of an accident The child could be struck by the air bag This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury Make sure that the front passenger front air bag has been deactivated The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp must be lit NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE FRONT AIR BAG in front of ...

Page 56: ... front passenger front air bag is deactivated in this case and does not deploy during an accident Have the Occupant Classification System OCS checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop Mercedes Benz recom mends that you use an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for this purpose If the front passenger seat the seat cover or the seat cushion are damaged have the necessary repai...

Page 57: ...r even fatal injury Do not place any objects between the seat surface and the child restraint system The entire base of the child restraint system must always rest on the seat cushion of the front passenger seat The backrest of the forward facing child restraint system must as far as possible be resting on the backrest of the front passenger seat Always comply with the child restraint system manuf...

Page 58: ...restraint system make sure that the seat belt is tight Do not pull the seat belt tight using the front passenger seat adjustment This could result in the seat belt and the child restraint system being pulled too tightly X Check for correct installation of the child restraint system Make sure that the head restraint does not apply a load to the child restraint system If necessary adjust the head re...

Page 59: ...if Rthe ignition is switched on Rthe components of the restraint system are operational You can find further information under Restraint system warning lamp Y page 45 Rthe seat belt buckle tongue has engaged in the belt buckle of the respective front seat The Emergency Tensioning Devices in the rear compartment are triggered independently of the lock status of the seat belts If the restraint syste...

Page 60: ...ices in cer tain situations if the vehicle rolls over RWindow curtain air bags on the driver s and front passenger side in certain situations when the vehicle rolls over if the system determines that deployment can offer addi tional protection to that provided by the seat belt i Not all air bags are deployed in an accident The different air bag systems work independ ently of each other How the air...

Page 61: ...he vehicle is backing up Rwhen the vehicle is towing a trailer and there is a risk of a rear end collision When driving or when parking or exiting a park ing space with assistance from Parking Pilot PRE SAFE PLUS will not apply the brakes Function PRE SAFE PLUS intervenes in certain situa tions if the radar sensor system detects an imminent head on or rear end collision PRE SAFE PLUS takes the fol...

Page 62: ...ected to direct sunlight parts may get very hot Chil dren may burn themselves on these parts particularly on the metal parts of the child restraint system There is a risk of injury If you leave the vehicle taking the child with you always ensure that the child restraint system is not exposed to direct sunlight Pro tect it with a blanket for example If the child restraint system has been exposed to...

Page 63: ...es on use Please ensure that the base of the child restraint system is always resting completely on the seat cush ion Never place objects e g cushions under or behind the child restraint system Only use child restraint systems with the original cover designed for them Only replace damaged covers with genuine covers G WARNING If the child restraint system is installed incor rectly or is not secured...

Page 64: ...3 lbs 33 kg use only a LATCH type ISOFIX child restraint sys tem in which the child is also secured with the vehicle seat belt Also secure the child restraint system with the Top Tether belt if available Regularly check that the permissible gross weight of the child together with the child restraint system is still maintained Always comply with the manufacturer s instal lation and operating instru...

Page 65: ...h Top Tether Always comply with the child restraint system manufacturer s installation instructions when doing so X Route Top Tether belt B under head restraint between the two head restraint bars X Guide Top Tether belt B down between cargo compartment cover and seat backrest X Hook Top Tether hook A into Top Tether anchorage on the back of seat back rest X Make sure that Top Tether belt B is not...

Page 66: ...y routed from the vehi cle belt outlet to the shoulder belt guide on the child restraint system The shoulder belt strap must be routed forward and down from the vehi cle belt outlet If necessary adjust the vehicle belt outlet and the front passenger seat accord ingly Always observe the child restraint system man ufacturer s installation and operating instruc tions Child proof locks Important safet...

Page 67: ...X Make sure that the child proof locks are work ing properly X To deactivate press the child proof lock lever down in the direction of arrow Child proof locks for the rear side win dows X To enable disable press button If indicator lamp is lit operation of the rear side windows is disabled Operation is only possible using the switches in the driver s door If indicator lamp is off operation is poss...

Page 68: ...fety systems described in this section work as effectively as possible ABS Anti lock Braking System General information ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way that the wheels do not lock when you brake This allows you to continue steering the vehicle when braking The ABS warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the ignition is switched on It goes out when the engine is running ABS...

Page 69: ...Important safety notes In particular the detection of obstacles can be impaired if Rthere is dirt on the sensors or anything else covering the sensors Rthere is snow or heavy rain Rthere is interference by other radar sources Rthere are strong radar reflections for exam ple in parking garages Ra narrow vehicle is traveling in front e g a motorbike Ra vehicle is traveling in front on a different li...

Page 70: ...top ped or parked vehicles Autonomous braking function If the driver does not react to the distance warn ing signal in a critical situation Active Brake Assist can assist the driver with the autonomous braking function Vehicles without Distance Pilot DISTRONIC the autonomous braking function is available in the following speed ranges R4 65 mph 7 105 km h for moving objects R4 31 mph 7 50 km h for ...

Page 71: ...risk of an accident Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit uation and be ready to brake Always adapt your speed to suit the prevailing road and traffic conditions Due to the nature of the system particularly complicated but non critical driving conditions may also cause Brake Assist to intervene If adaptive Brake Assist is not available due to a malfunction in the radar sensor system the ...

Page 72: ...ator pedal as far as necessary when pulling away X Adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions ECO start stop function The ECO start stop function switches the engine off automatically when the vehicle stops moving The engine starts automatically when the driver wants to pull away again ESP remains in its previously selected status e g if ESP was deactivated before ...

Page 73: ...ety notes sec tion Y page 66 You can select between the following states of ESP RESP is activated RSPORT handling mode is activated RESP is deactivated G WARNING When SPORT handling mode is activated there is a greater risk of skidding and acci dents Only activate SPORT handling mode in the sit uations described in the following G WARNING If you deactivate ESP ESP no longer sta bilizes the vehicle...

Page 74: ...ly Characteristics when ESP is deactivated If ESP is deactivated and one or more wheels start to spin the ESP warning lamp in the instrument cluster does not flash In such situa tions ESP will not stabilize the vehicle If you deactivate ESP RESP no longer improves driving stability REngine torque is no longer limited and the drive wheels are able to spin RTraction control is still activated RActiv...

Page 75: ...mportant safety notes sec tion Y page 66 G WARNING If EBD is malfunctioning the rear wheels can lock e g under full braking This increases the risk of skidding and an accident You should therefore adapt your driving style to the different handling characteristics Have the brake system checked at a qualified spe cialist workshop Observe information regarding indicator and warning lamps Y page 271 a...

Page 76: ...ication of the brakes the vehicle is braked with up to 50 of the full braking pressure G WARNING Active Brake Assist with cross traffic function cannot always clearly identify objects and complex traffic situations In such cases Active Brake Assist with cross traffic function might Rissue an unnecessary warning or engage Rneither give a warning nor intervene There is a risk of an accident Always p...

Page 77: ...nce warning lamp will light up in the instru ment cluster X Brake immediately to defuse the situation or X Take evasive action provided it is safe to do so Active Brake Assist with cross traffic function can also brake the vehicle automatically under the following conditions Rthe driver and front passenger have their seat belts fastened Rthe vehicle speed is between approximately 4 mph 7 km h and ...

Page 78: ...STEER CONTROL helps you by transmitting a noticeable steering force to the steering wheel in the direction required for vehicle stabilization This steering assistance is provided in particular if Rboth right wheels or both left wheels are on a wet or slippery road surface when you brake Rthe vehicle begins to skid Important safety notes i Observe the Important safety notes sec tion Y page 66 No st...

Page 79: ...137 X Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock The alarm is stopped X To stop the alarm using KEYLESS GO grasp the outside door handle The SmartKey must be outside the vehicle The alarm is stopped or X Press the Start Stop button on the dash board The SmartKey must be inside the vehi cle The alarm is stopped The alarm is not switched off even if you close the open door that triggered it for exam...

Page 80: ...eep the SmartKey Rwith electronic devices e g a mobile phone or another SmartKey Rwith metallic objects e g coins or metal foil Rinside metallic objects e g a metal case This can affect the functionality of the Smart Key Vehicles with KEYLESS GO start function do not keep the SmartKey in the cargo compart ment Otherwise the SmartKey may not be detected e g when starting the engine using the Start ...

Page 81: ...O the distance between the SmartKey and the corresponding door handle must not be greater than 3 ft 1 m A brief radio connection between the vehicle and the SmartKey determines whether a valid SmartKey is in or in the direct vicinity of the vehicle This occurs for example Rwhen starting the engine Rwhile driving Rwhen using HANDS FREE ACCESS Rwhen the external door handles are touched Rduring conv...

Page 82: ...he KEYLESS GO functions can be changed as follows 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 surface of the door handle on the front passenger door or the rear door X To lock centrally touch the outer sensor surface on one of the door handles Mechanical key General notes If the vehicle can no longer be locked ...

Page 83: ...nal guide lines must be observed during disposal In Cal ifornia see www dtsc ca gov HazardousWaste Perchlorate index cfm Mercedes Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work shop Checking the battery X Press the or button The battery is working properly if battery check lamp lights up briefly The battery is discharged if battery check lamp does not light up ...

Page 84: ... Y page 81 and replace it if necessary Y page 81 If this does not work X Lock or unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key Y page 85 There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves X Lock or unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key Y page 85 The SmartKey is faulty X Lock or unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key Y page 85 X Have the SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist ...

Page 85: ...ump start the vehicle Y page 341 or X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The engine cannot be started using the Start Stop button The Smart Key is in the vehicle The vehicle is locked X Unlock the vehicle and try to start the vehicle again The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged X Check the SmartKey battery Y page 81 and replace it if necessary Y page 81 If this does not work ...

Page 86: ...he alarm Y page 77 X To unlock and open a front door pull door handle If the door is locked locking knob pops up The door is unlocked and opens X To unlock a rear door pull rear door handle The locking knob on the rear door pops up and the rear door unlocks X To open a rear door pull rear door handle again The rear door opens Centrally locking and unlocking the vehicle from the inside You can cent...

Page 87: ...g the driver s door with the mechanical key i If you want to centrally lock the vehicle using the mechanical key begin by pressing the locking button for the interior locking mech anism while the driver s door is open Then lock the driver s door using the mechanical key X Insert the mechanical key into opening in the protective cap X Pull and hold the door handle X Pull the protective cap on the m...

Page 88: ...sing The tailgate is equipped with automatic object detection with reversing function If a solid object blocks or restricts the tailgate when auto matically opening this procedure is stopped If a solid object blocks or restricts the tailgate when automatically closing the tailgate automatically opens again slightly Automatic object detection with reversing function is only an aid It is not a subst...

Page 89: ...wing options to stop the closing process Rpress the F button on the SmartKey Rpull or press the remote operating switch on the driver s door Rpress the closing or locking button on the tailgate Rpull the handle on the tailgate Vehicles with HANDS FREE ACCESS It is also possible to stop the closing process by performing a kicking movement under the rear bumper The tailgate swings upwards and to the...

Page 90: ...S FREE ACCESS General notes With KEYLESS GO and HANDS FREE ACCESS you can open or close the tailgate or stop the procedure without using your hands This is use ful if you have your hands full To do this make a kicking movement under the bumper with your foot Observe the following points RCarry your KEYLESS GO key about your per son The SmartKey must be at the rear of the vehicle in the detection r...

Page 91: ...d while the tailgate is opening or closing X If the tailgate does not open or close after several attempts wait at least ten seconds then kick under the bumper once again If you hold your foot under the bumper for too long the tailgate does not open or close Repeat the leg movement more quickly if this occurs To stop the opening or closing procedure you have the following options RKick with your f...

Page 92: ...side Limiting the opening angle of the tail gate General notes Make sure there is sufficient clearance to open the tailgate fully when setting the open ing angle The tailgate could otherwise be damaged Ideally set the opening angle out side You can limit the opening angle of the tailgate This is possible in the top half of its opening range up to approximately 8 in 20 cm before the stop To open th...

Page 93: ...they are left unsupervised There is a risk of injury Activate the override feature for the rear side windows When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehi cle Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle Side window reversing feature The side windows are equipped with an auto matic reversing feature If a solid object blocks or restricts a side window from traveli...

Page 94: ...y to the vehi cle the convenience opening function is availa ble Vehicles with KEYLESS GO or KEYLESS GO start function you can ventilate the vehicle before you start driving To do this the SmartKey is used to carry out the following functions simultaneously Runlock the vehicle Ropen the side windows Ropen the panorama roof with power tilt slid ing panel and the roller sunblind Rswitch on the seat ...

Page 95: ... corresponding door han dle should not be greater than 3 ft 1 m X Touch recessed sensor surface on the door handle until the side windows and the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel are fully closed Make sure you touch only recessed sensor surface X Make sure that all the side windows and the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel are closed X Touch recessed sensor surface on the door...

Page 96: ...ce If a side window is obstructed again during closing and reopens again slightly X Immediately after the window blocks pull the corresponding switch again until the side window has closed The side windows are closed without the automatic reversing fea ture Panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel Important safety notes In the following section the term sliding sun roof refers to the panorama r...

Page 97: ...g the closing process the sliding sunroof opens again auto matically The automatic reversing feature is only an aid and is no substitute for your attention when closing the sliding roof G WARNING The reversing feature does not react Rto soft light and thin objects e g small fin gers Rover the last 1 6 in 4 mm of the closing movement Rduring resetting Rwhen closing the sliding sunroof again man ual...

Page 98: ...or Rturn the SmartKey to another position in the ignition lock Y page 136 Operating the roller sunblinds for the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel Important safety notes G WARNING Parts of the body could become trapped between the roller sunblind and frame or slid ing sunroof during automatic opening or clos ing There is a risk of injury When opening or closing make sure that no body par...

Page 99: ... panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel and the roller sunblinds cannot be fully opened or closed after resetting contact a qualified specialist workshop Reset the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel or the roller sunblinds if the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel or the front roller sunblind does not move smoothly X Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ...

Page 100: ...ble causes consequences and M Solutions The panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel cannot be closed and you cannot see the cause If the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel is obstructed during closing and reopens again slightly X Immediately after it blocks pull the 3 switch down again to the point of resistance until the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel is closed The panor...

Page 101: ...ur hips in the pelvic area Further related subjects RAdjusting the seats electrically Y page 101 RAdjusting the steering wheel mechanically Y page 105 RAdjusting the steering wheel electrically Y page 105 RFastening the seat belt correctly Y page 48 RAdjusting the rear view mirror and exterior mirrors Y page 107 RStoring the seat steering wheel exterior mir ror and head up display settings with th...

Page 102: ...e seat adjustment sys tem G WARNING The seat belt does not offer the intended level of protection if you have not moved the back rest to an almost vertical position When brak ing or in the event of an accident you could slide underneath the seat belt and sustain abdomen or neck injuries for example This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury Adjust the seat properly before beginnin...

Page 103: ...ically adjustable seats without memory func tion Seat cushion length X Lift lever and slide the seat cushion forward or back X Release lever again The seat cushion engages Adjusting the head restraints Important safety notes G WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving Radjust the driver s seat head restraint steering wheel or mirrors Rfasten the seat belt...

Page 104: ...restraint forward in the direction of the arrow until it engages in the desired position X To move back press and hold the release catch X Push the head restraint back X Release the release button once the head restraint is in the desired position X Ensure that the head restraint has engaged properly Using the fore and aft adjustment adjust the head restraint so that it is as close as possible to ...

Page 105: ...an cause the seat cushion and backrest pads to become very hot The health of persons with limited temperature sensitivity or a limited ability to react to high temperatures may be affected or they may even suffer burn like injuries There is a risk of injury Therefore do not switch the seat heating on repeatedly Heat accumulation can occur if the seat heating is switched on and there are objects or...

Page 106: ...ut i If the battery voltage is too low the seat ventilation may switch off i You can open the side windows and the slid ing sunroof using the Convenience opening feature Y page 92 The seat ventilation of the driver s seat automatically switches to the highest level i When the vehicle is stationary the fan speed can be reduced automatically This reduces the noises of the seat ventilation Problems w...

Page 107: ...sted when there is no key in the igni tion lock Adjusting the steering wheel man ually Release lever Adjusts the steering wheel height Adjusts the steering wheel position fore and aft adjustment X Push release lever down completely The steering column is unlocked X Adjust the steering wheel to the desired posi tion X Push release lever up as far as it will go The steering column is locked X Check ...

Page 108: ...NG If children activate the EASY ENTRY EXIT fea ture they can become trapped particularly when unattended There is a risk of injury When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle G WARNING If you drive off while the EASY ENTRY EXIT feature is making adjustments you could lose control of the vehicle There is a risk of...

Page 109: ...easier to exit the vehicle and rescue the occupants The crash responsive EASY EXIT feature is operational only if the EASY EXIT ENTRY fea ture is activated in the multimedia system see Digital Operator s Manual Mirrors Exterior mirrors Important safety notes G WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving Radjust the driver s seat head restraint steering whee...

Page 110: ...artKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock Y page 136 X Briefly press Folding the exterior mirrors in or out automatically When the Automatic Mirror Folding func tion is activated in the multimedia system see Digital Operator s Manual Rthe exterior mirrors fold in automatically as soon as you lock the vehicle from the outside Rthe exterior mirrors fold out again automati cally as soon as you u...

Page 111: ...that side as soon as you engage reverse gear You can store this position Storing using reverse gear Memory button M Button for the exterior mirror setting Button for the front passenger side exterior mirror Button for the driver s side exterior mirror X Start the engine X Press button X Engage reverse gear The exterior mirror on the front passenger side moves to the preset parking position X Use b...

Page 112: ...ody becomes trapped imme diately release the memory function position button The adjustment process is stopped G WARNING Children could become trapped if they acti vate the memory function particularly when unattended There is a risk of injury When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle The memory function can be ...

Page 113: ...rors RHead up display i If you release the memory position switch the seat steering wheel and mirror setting functions stop immediately The head up dis play continues to be adjusted Memory function 111 Seats steering wheel and mirrors Z ...

Page 114: ...esponsible for the vehicle s light ing at all times Ã is the favored light switch setting The light setting is automatically selected according to the brightness of the ambient light but not in the event of poor visibility due to weather conditions such as fog snow or spray RWith the SmartKey in position 1 in the igni tion lock the parking lamps are switched on or off automatically depending on th...

Page 115: ... ment cluster lights up Rear fog lamp The rear fog lamp improves visibility of your vehicle for the traffic behind in the event of thick fog You must observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving when operating the rear fog lamp X To switch on the rear fog lamp turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the engine X Turn the light switch to th...

Page 116: ... hazard warning lamps switch on automati cally if an air bag is deployed The hazard warning lamps still operate if the ignition is switched off Cornering light function The cornering light function improves the illu mination of the road over a wide angle in the direction you are turning enabling better visi bility in tight bends for example It can only be activated when the low beam headlamps are ...

Page 117: ... on the sensors or anything else covering the sensors Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist on off X To switch on turn the light switch to the Ã position X Press the combination switch forwards beyond the pressure point Y page 113 The _ indicator lamp on the multifunction display lights up when it is dark and the light sensor switches on the low beam headlamps If you are driving at speeds above appro...

Page 118: ...ches on if you Runlock the vehicle Ropen a door Rremove the SmartKey from the ignition lock The interior lighting is switched on for a set time when the SmartKey is removed from the ignition lock This delayed switch off can be adjusted via the multimedia system see Digital Operator s Manual Replacing bulbs Important safety notes G WARNING Bulbs lamps and connectors can get very hot when operating ...

Page 119: ...bs Do not replace the bulbs your self Contact a qualified specialist workshop which has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required Overview of bulb types You can replace the following bulbs The bulb type can be found in the legend Halogen headlamps Low beam headlamp H7 55 W High beam headlamp H7 55 W Turn signal lamp PY 21 W Rear lamp cluster Backup lamp W 16 W Rep...

Page 120: ...bulb X Turn defective bulb counter clockwise and remove it from bulb holder X Insert new bulb into bulb holder X Insert bulb holder turn it clockwise and lock X Replace the cover in the front wheel housing Y page 118 Removing and installing the cover in the front wheel housing You must remove the cover of the front wheel housing before you can change the front turn signal lamp X To remove switch o...

Page 121: ...dle pry off and remove the upper section of handle with a flat smooth object e g a screwdriver X Pull the lower section of handle with a strong tug to remove it from the trim and then place it to one side X Reach under the right hand side of trim B and lightly tug along the entire length of the trim in order to unclip it X Pull out connector C of the surround lighting by releasing the latches X Ve...

Page 122: ...e when the windshield is dry If it is necessary to switch on the windshield wipers in dry weather conditions always use washer fluid when operating the windshield wipers If the windshield wipers leave smears on the windshield after the vehicle has been washed in an automatic car wash wax or other resi dues may be the reason for this Clean the windshield using washer fluid after washing the vehicle...

Page 123: ...alls onto the windshield rear window the wind shield rear window may be damaged by the force of the impact Mercedes Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe cialist workshop To avoid damaging the wiper blades make sure that you touch only the wiper arm of the wiper Changing the windshield wiper blades Moving the wiper arms to a vertical posi tion On vehicles withou...

Page 124: ... a noticeable click X Make sure that the wiper blade is seated cor rectly X Fold the wiper arm back onto the windshield X Remove the protective film from the ser vice indicator on the tip of the wiper blade If the color of the service indicator changes from black to yellow the wiper blades should be replaced i The duration of the color change varies depending on the usage conditions Changing the r...

Page 125: ...windshield wiper move ment The wiper motor has been deactivated X Switch off the engine X Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock or on vehicles with KEYLESS GO or KEYLESS GO start function X Open the driver s door The vehicle electronics are now in position u This means Key removed X Remove the cause of the obstruction X Switch the windshield wipers back on The windshield wipers fail completel...

Page 126: ...nd odors A clogged filter reduces the amount of air supplied to the vehicle interior For this reason you should always observe the interval for replacing the filter which is specified in the Maintenance Booklet As it depends on environmental condi tions e g heavy air pollution the interval may be shorter than stated in the Maintenance Book let i Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period during warm...

Page 127: ...ol panel for 3 zone automatic climate control Front control panel Sets the temperature left Y page 128 Sets the air distribution left Y page 129 Sets the airflow Y page 129 Switches off climate control Y page 127 Sets climate control to automatic Y page 128 A Defrosts the windshield Y page 130 B Calls up the climate control menu of the multimedia system Y page 284 Switches the residual heat on off...

Page 128: ...hes air recirculation mode manually on off Y page 131 F Sets the air distribution right Y page 129 G Sets the temperature right Y page 128 Rear control panel H Sets the temperature Y page 128 I Display J Sets the airflow Y page 129 Optimum use of automatic climate control Optimum use of automatic climate con trol The following contains notes and recommenda tions on how best to use dual zone automa...

Page 129: ...e 142 Operating the climate control sys tems Activates deactivates climate con trol General notes When the climate control is switched off the air supply and air circulation are also switched off The windows could fog up Therefore switch off climate control only briefly Switch on climate control primarily using the Ã rocker switch Y page 128 Activating deactivating X Turn the SmartKey to position ...

Page 130: ...it X To switch to manual operation press the H rocker switch up or down or X Press the _ rocker switch up or down The indicator lamp above the Ã rocker switch goes out In automatic mode if you adjust the airflow or air distribution manually the indicator lamp above the Ã rocker switch goes out The function which has not been changed manually however continues to be controlled automati cally When t...

Page 131: ...air distribution to automatic Setting 3 zone automatic climate control you can set the air distribution separately for the driver s and front passenger side X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 Y page 136 X Press the _ rocker switch up or down The various air distribution settings appear in the multimedia system Setting the airflow Setting the front compartment airflow X Turn the SmartKey to position...

Page 132: ...n mode off i If necessary the Cooling with air dehumid ification function is activated In this case the indicator lamp above the rocker switch remains switched off X To switch off press rocker switch up or down The indicator lamp above the rocker switch goes out The previously selected set tings are restored Air recirculation mode remains deactivated Defrosting the windows Windows fogged up on the...

Page 133: ... rocker switch is not lit when automatic air recirculation mode is activated Outside air is added after about 30 minutes X To deactivate press the g rocker switch up or down The indicator lamp above the g rocker switch goes out Air recirculation mode deactivates automati cally Rafter approximately five minutes at outside temperatures below approximately 41 5 Rafter approximately five minutes if co...

Page 134: ...Vial The perfume atomizer helps to improve driving comfort Via the multimedia system you can Rswitch the perfume atomizer on off Y page 285 Rregulate the perfume intensity Y page 285 The following conditions can affect your percep tion of the perfume intensity Roperating mode of automatic climate control Rinterior temperature Rtime of year or day Rair humidity Rphysiological condition of occupants...

Page 135: ...er is faulty X Have the perfume atomizer checked at a qualified specialist work shop Ionization Ionization is used to purify the air in the vehicle interior and attain an improved interior climate The ionization of the interior air is odorless and cannot be perceived directly in the vehicle inte rior You can switch ionization on off using the mul timedia system Y page 285 Ionization can only be op...

Page 136: ...d Side air vent example Side window defroster vent Side air vent left Control for left side air vent X To open or close turn control to the counter clockwise or clockwise as far as it will go X To adjust the air direction hold side air vent by control and move it up or down or to the left or right Adjusting the rear air vents see the Digital Operator s Manual 134 Air vents Climate control ...

Page 137: ...peed of 4 500 rpm RChange gear in good time RIdeally for the first 1 000 miles 1 500 km drive in program C After 1 000 miles 1 500 km you can increase the engine speed gradually and accelerate the vehicle to full speed You should also observe these notes on break ing in if the engine or parts of the drive train on your vehicle have been replaced Always observe the maximum permissible speed Rear ax...

Page 138: ...the engine To protect the engine and maintain smooth engine operation avoid driv ing at full throttle when the engine is cold Hybrid vehicles be sure to observe the notes in the Supplement Otherwise you may not rec ognize dangers Key positions SmartKey g To remove the SmartKey 1 Power supply for some consumers such as the windshield wipers 2 Ignition power supply for all consumers and drive positi...

Page 139: ...arning and indicator lamps see Y page 268 If Start Stop button has not yet been pressed this corresponds to the SmartKey being removed from the ignition X To switch on the power supply press Start Stop button once The power supply is switched on You can now activate the windshield wipers for example The power supply is switched off again if Rthe driver s door is opened and Ryou press Start Stop bu...

Page 140: ...d of the engine may change during this time Automatic transmission X Shift the transmission to position j Y page 146 The transmission position indicator on the multifunction display shows j Y page 148 i You can start the engine in transmission position j and i Starting procedure with the SmartKey To start the engine using the SmartKey instead of the Start Stop button pull the Start Stop button out...

Page 141: ...larm is not activated Rthe hazard warning lamps are switched off Rthe hood is closed Rthe doors are closed and locked Rthe windows and sliding sunroof are closed Also make sure that Rthe fuel tank is sufficiently filled Rthe starter battery has been sufficiently charged G WARNING Limbs could be crushed or trapped if the engine is started unintentionally during ser vice or maintenance work There is...

Page 142: ...from the brake pedal This gives you enough time to move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal and to depress it before the vehicle begins to roll G WARNING After a short time hill start assist will no lon ger brake your vehicle and it could roll away There is a risk of an accident and injury Therefore quickly move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal Never leav...

Page 143: ...gine is stopped automatically The HOLD function can also be activated if the engine has been switched off automatically It is then not necessary to continue applying the brakes during the automatic stop phase When you depress the accelerator pedal the engine starts automatically and the braking effect of the HOLD function is deactivated Mercedes AMG GLC 63 4MATIC the number of consecutive automati...

Page 144: ...ually or as the result of a malfunction The engine will then not be switched off automatically when the vehi cle stops Selecting drive program S deactivates the ECO start stop function If you press ECO button the ECO start stop function is activated AMG Performance adjustable exhaust system Mercedes AMG vehicles The volume of the AMG Performance adjustable exhaust system changes depending on the p...

Page 145: ...o out X Try to start the engine again Y page 138 Avoid excessively long and frequent attempts to start the engine as these will drain the battery If the engine does not start after several attempts X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The engine does not start The starter motor can be heard The reserve fuel warning lamp is lit and the fuel gage display is at the reserve level The fuel tank is...

Page 146: ...cularly economical driving characteristics I Individual Individual settings Available drive programs for Mercedes AMG GLC 63 4MATIC GLC 63 S 4MATIC RACE S MODEL Driving characteristics suit able for a race circuit S Sport Plus Particularly sporty driving characteristics S Sport Sporty driving characteris tics C Comfort Comfortable and economi cal driving characteristics I Individual Individual set...

Page 147: ...ies the ECO start stop function is deactivated at the factory due to the quality of the available fuel In this case the ECO start stop function is not available in any drive pro gram regardless of the display in the multi media system display All other models Hybrid vehicles be sure to observe the notes in the supplement Otherwise you may not rec ognize dangers Use the DYNAMIC SELECT switch to cha...

Page 148: ...away suddenly There is a risk of an accident When engaging transmission position D or R always firmly depress the brake pedal and do not simultaneously accelerate G WARNING The automatic transmission switches to neu tral position N when you switch off the engine The vehicle may roll away There is a risk of an accident After switching off the engine always switch to parking position P Prevent the p...

Page 149: ...ou and lock the vehicle Never leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle Always keep the SmartKey out of reach of children X If the transmission is in position h or k push the DIRECT SELECT lever up or down to the first point of resistance X If the transmission is in position j depress the brake pedal and push the DIRECT SELECT lever up or down to the first point of resist ance If you swi...

Page 150: ...age 146 when the vehi cle is stationary The parking lock should not be used as a brake when parking Always apply the electronic parking brake in addition to the park ing lock in order to secure the vehi cle Park position j is automatically engaged if Ryou switch off the engine using the SmartKey and remove the Smart Key Ryou switch off the engine using the SmartKey or using the Start Stop button a...

Page 151: ...s of the currently selected drive program The double clutch function reduces load change reactions and is conducive to a sporty driving style The sound generated by the double clutch function depends on the drive program selected Kickdown Use kickdown for maximum acceleration X Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point The automatic transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on th...

Page 152: ...rmation about configuring drive program I with the multimedia system can be found under DYNAMIC SELECT in the vehicle s Digital Operator s Manual Drive program S Sport Plus Drive program S is characterized by the fol lowing Rthe vehicle exhibits particularly sporty driving characteristics Rthe vehicle pulls away in first gear Rthe automatic transmission shifts up later The fuel consumption possibl...

Page 153: ... using the steering wheel paddle shifters On the basis of the gearshift recommendation using the steering wheel paddle shifters you can optimize the drive train and engine operating mode at any time Rif you have selected a gear manually this will be maintained until the vehicle speed increa ses or decreases dramatically Rthe vehicle pulls away in first gear Rthe automatic transmission shifts up la...

Page 154: ...l Operator s Manual Manual gear shifting General notes You can change gear yourself using the steering wheel paddle shifters The transmission must be in position h for this Depending on which steering wheel paddle shifter is pulled the automatic transmission immediately shifts into the next gear down or up if permitted To use manual shifting you have two options Rtemporary setting Rpermanent setti...

Page 155: ... Operator s Manual Shifting gears X To shift up pull steering wheel paddle shifter The automatic transmission shifts up to the next gear If the maximum engine speed in the gear cur rently engaged is reached and you continue to accelerate the automatic transmission auto matically shifts up in order to prevent engine damage except Mercedes AMG vehicles Mercedes AMG vehicles if the temporary setting ...

Page 156: ...sure that the engine speed does not reach the red area of the tachometer There is otherwise a risk of engine damage Before the engine speed reaches the red area an upshift indicator will be shown in the multi function display X When message appears on the multifunc tion display pull the right hand steering wheel paddle shifter Kickdown X For maximum acceleration depress the accelerator pedal beyon...

Page 157: ...ialist workshop for a performance test Since ESP engages automatically the igni tion must be switched off the SmartKey or Start Stop button must be in position g or 1 if Rthe electrical parking brake is being tested using a dynamometer Rthe vehicle is being towed with only one axle raised not permitted for vehicles with 4MATIC Otherwise the brake system can be dam aged Vehicles with 4MATIC must no...

Page 158: ...and or the fuel injection system could otherwise be blocked by particles from the fuel can If you overfill the fuel tank fuel could spray out when the fuel pump nozzle is removed For further information on fuel and fuel quality Y page 377 Refueling General information Pay attention to the important safety notes Y page 155 All vehicles except PLUG IN HYBRID vehi cles if you unlock or lock the vehic...

Page 159: ...equences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the vehicle G WARNING The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty Risk of explosion or fire X Apply the electric parking brake X Switch off the engine X Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock or in vehicles with KEYLESS GO start function or KEYLESS GO X Open the driver s door The vehicle electronics are now in setting u This is the same as SmartKey re...

Page 160: ...ck or similar object Switching off the engine Important safety notes G WARNING The automatic transmission switches to neu tral position N when you switch off the engine The vehicle may roll away There is a risk of an accident After switching off the engine always switch to parking position P Prevent the parked vehi cle from rolling away by applying the parking brake Vehicles with automatic transmi...

Page 161: ... position j It may not be possible to release an applied parking brake if the on board voltage is low or there is a malfunction in the system Contact a qualified specialist workshop The electric parking brake performs a function test at regular intervals while the engine is switched off The sounds that can be heard while this is occurring are normal Applying or releasing manually X To apply push h...

Page 162: ...The vehicle can also be braked during an emer gency by using the electric parking brake X While driving push handle of the electric parking brake Y page 159 The vehicle is braked as long as you keep handle of the electric parking brake depressed The longer electric parking brake handle is depressed the greater the brak ing force During braking Ra warning tone sounds Rthe Please Release Parking Bra...

Page 163: ... or drugs can affect your reflexes perceptions and judg ment The possibility of a serious or even fatal acci dent is greatly increased when you drink or take drugs and drive Do not drink or take drugs and drive or allow anyone to drive who has been drinking or tak ing drugs Emission control G WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide Inhaling these exhaust gas...

Page 164: ...tor The vehicle can coast without use of the brakes Rthe outer area empties and the inner area is gray frequent heavy braking Constant continuous evaluation over the entire journey Rthe outer area fills up and the inner area lights up green constant speed and avoidance of unneces sary acceleration and deceleration Rthe outer area empties and the inner area is gray fluctuations in speed The three i...

Page 165: ...ssively When you take advantage of engine braking a drive wheel may not turn for some time e g on a slippery road surface This could cause damage to the drive train This type of damage is not covered by the Mercedes Benz war ranty Heavy and light loads G WARNING If you rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving the braking system can overheat This increases the stopping distance and can even ...

Page 166: ...intervals Information on BAS Brake Assist System Y page 67 and Active Brake Assist with cross traffic function Y page 73 For safety reasons Mercedes Benz recom mends only installing the following brake disks and brake pads linings Rbrake disks that have been approved by Mercedes Benz Rbrake pads linings that have been approved by Mercedes Benz or that are of an equivalent standard of quality Other...

Page 167: ...ur faces Avoid sudden acceleration steering and braking maneuvers Do not use cruise control or Distance Pilot DISTRONIC If the vehicle threatens to skid or cannot be stopped when moving at low speed X Shift the transmission to position i The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an ice warning device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose Changes in the outside temperatur...

Page 168: ...e Adapt your driving style to the different braking characteristics Driving off road increases the likelihood of dam age to the vehicle which in turn can lead to failure of the mechanical assembly or systems Adapt your driving style to suit the terrain con ditions Drive carefully Have damage to the vehicle rectified immediately at a qualified spe cialist workshop Do not shift into transmission pos...

Page 169: ...et check for any foreign objects and damage X Check whether twigs or other parts of plants have become trapped These increase the risk of fire and can damage fuel pipes brake hoses or the rubber bellows of the axle joints and propeller shafts X After the trip examine without fail the entire undercarriage wheels tires brakes body work structure steering chassis and exhaust system for damage X After...

Page 170: ...smission position i when driving off road You could lose control of the vehicle if you attempt to brake the vehicle using the service brake If the gradient is too steep for your vehicle drive back down in reverse gear Always observe the approach departure angle values Y page 384 Maximum gradient climbing capability Always observe the maximum gradient climbing ability values Y page 384 Hilltops Whe...

Page 171: ...er reduce the risk of an accident if you fail to adapt your driving style nor override the laws of physics Cruise control can not take into account the road traffic and weather conditions Cruise control is only an aid You are responsible for maintaining a safe distance to the vehicle in front for vehicle speed for braking in good time and for staying in lane Do not use cruise control Rin road and ...

Page 172: ...er up or down to the pressure point Every time the cruise control lever is pressed up or down the last speed stored is increased or reduced X To adjust the set speed in 5 mph incre ments 10 km h increments briefly press the cruise control lever up or down beyond the pressure point Every time the cruise control lever is pressed up or down the last speed stored is increased or reduced i Cruise contr...

Page 173: ... of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Removal tampering or altering of the device will void any warranties and is not permitted Do not tamper with alter or use in any non approved way Any unauthor...

Page 174: ... if you are driving in a turning lane or an exit lane Rbe so high in the right lane that you pass vehi cles driving on the left in countries where they drive on the right Rbe so high in the left lane that you pass vehi cles driving on the right in countries where they drive on the left If there is a change of drivers advise the new driver of the speed stored Cruise control lever Activates or incre...

Page 175: ...l away with Distance Pilot DISTRONIC remove your foot from the brake pedal X Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you or X Accelerate briefly The vehicle pulls away and adapts its speed to that of the vehicle in front If no vehicle is detected in front your vehicle accelerates to the stored speed The vehicle can also pull away when it is facing an unidentified obstacle or is driving on a ...

Page 176: ...r s seat belt is not fastened and the driver s door is open Rthe engine is switched off unless it is auto matically switched off by the ECO start stop function The electric parking brake secures the vehicle automatically if Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is activated when the vehicle is stationary and Ra system malfunction occurs Rthe power supply is insufficient If a malfunction occurs the transmission...

Page 177: ...ons the speed displayed in the speedometer may differ slightly from the speed set for Distance Pilot DISTRONIC Displays in the assistance graphic Display when Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is deactivated Vehicle in front if detected Distance indicator current distance to the vehicle in front Specified minimum distance to the vehicle in front adjustable Your vehicle Display when Distance Pilot DISTRONIC...

Page 178: ...the assistance display shows the DSR symbol Ã Y page 180 Tips for driving with Distance Pilot DISTRONIC Pay particular attention in the following traffic situations RCornering entering and exiting a bend the ability of Distance Pilot DISTRONIC to detect vehicles during cornering is limited Your vehi cle may brake unexpectedly or late RDriving on a different line Distance Pilot DISTRONIC may not de...

Page 179: ... Be par ticularly aware of other road users e g cyclists that are directly next to your vehicle Obstacles such as traffic markers on a con struction site that are on the lane or projecting out into the lane are not detected An inappropriate steering intervention e g after intentionally driving over a lane marking can be corrected at any time if you steer slightly in the opposite direction DISTRONI...

Page 180: ...ivating Steering Pilot X Press button Indicator lamp lights up The Steering Pilot On message appears on the multifunc tion display Steering Pilot is activated Information in the multifunction display If Steering Pilot is activated but not ready for a steering intervention steering wheel symbol appears in gray If the system provides you with support by means of steering interventions symbol is show...

Page 181: ...nction Rthe driver s door is closed or your seat belt is fastened Rthe electric parking brake is released Rthe transmission is in position h k or i RDISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated Activating the HOLD function X Make sure that the activation conditions are met X Depress the brake pedal X Quickly depress the brake pedal further until appears in the multifunction display The HOLD function is activated...

Page 182: ...ing style nor override the laws of physics DSR cannot take account of road weather and traffic conditions DSR is only an aid You are responsible for maintaining a safe distance to the vehicle in front for vehicle speed for braking in good time and for staying in lane You are always responsible for keeping control of the vehicle and for assessing whether the downhill gradient can be managed DSR may...

Page 183: ...n slippery or snow covered roads Use the off road program button to open the Off road menu in the multimedia system Depending on the off road program selected the following vehicle characteristicswill change Rthe drive engine and transmission manage ment Rvehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL the sus pension Rthe steering Rthe availability of the ECO start stop function You can choose between the pre con...

Page 184: ...select the Rocking free off road pro gram to free the vehicle from especially difficult off road terrain at low speeds The Rocking free off road program has the fol lowing characteristics RThe steering drive and suspension are adap ted for comfort RThe transmission is adapted for off road driv ing RThe vehicle is raised by 2 0 in 50 mm com pared with the normal level ABS ESP and 4ETS programs espe...

Page 185: ... vehi cle has been run in Y page 135 RACE START enables optimal acceleration from a standing start For this a suitably high grip road surface is required and the vehicle and tires must be in good working order G WARNING If you use RACE START individual tires may start to spin and the vehicle could skid Depending on the selected ESP mode there is an increased risk of skidding and having an accident...

Page 186: ... possible suspension and constant ground clear ance even with a laden vehicle When you drive fast the vehicle is lowered automatically to improve driving safety and to reduce fuel con sumption There is also the option to manually adjust the vehicle level AIR BODY CONTROL consists of Rair suspension system with variable spring rate Rautomatic level control Rspeed dependent lowering to reduce fuel c...

Page 187: ...ossible to choose between the Normal and Raised vehicle levels below a speed of 30 mph 50 km h Select the Normal setting for nor mal road surfaces and Raised for driving with snow chains or on particularly poor road surfa ces Your selection remains stored even if you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock All other models it is possible to choose between the Normal and Raised vehicle lev els b...

Page 188: ...moving faster than 1 mph 2 km h The vehicle is automatically set to the level of the most recently selected drive program Y page 144 if you drive faster than 1 mph 2 km h Raising the rear of the vehicle except Mercedes AMG vehicles Raising using the button in the left hand side cargo compartment trim X Pull switch briefly Indicator lamp goes out The vehicle is raised The vehicle is automatically s...

Page 189: ...de if you favor a more comfortable driving style X Press button repeatedly until indicator lamps and go out You have selected Comfort mode The AMG Suspension System COMFORT mes sage appears in the multifunction display 4MATIC permanent four wheel drive 4MATIC ensures permanent drive for all four wheels Together with ESP it improves the traction of your vehicle whenever a drive wheel spins due to i...

Page 190: ...or stopping is prohibited Rin front of driveways or entrances and exits Ron unsuitable surfaces Parking tips ROn narrow roads drive as close to the parking space as possible RParking spaces that are littered or overgrown might be identified or measured incorrectly RParking spaces that are partially occupied by trailer drawbars might not be identified as such or be measured incorrectly RSnowfall or...

Page 191: ...our vehicle i Note that Parking Pilot cannot measure the length of parking spaces if they are at right angles to the direction of travel You will need to judge whether your vehicle will fit into the parking space When driving at speeds below 19 mph 30 km h you will see parking symbol as a status indicator on the instrument cluster When a parking space has been detected an arrow towards the right o...

Page 192: ...as the parking procedure is complete the Parking Pilot Finished message appears and a warning tone sounds The vehicle is now parked The vehicle is kept stationary without the driver having to depress the brake pedal The braking effect is canceled when you depress the accel erator pedal Parking Pilot no longer supports you with steer ing interventions and brake applications When Parking Pilot is fi...

Page 193: ... on your own Park ing Assist PARKTRONIC is still available You can take over the steering before the vehicle has exited the parking space completely This is useful if you recognize that it is already possible to pull out of the parking space Canceling Active Parking Pilot X Stop the movement of the multifunction steering wheel or steer yourself Parking Pilot is canceled immediately The Parking Pil...

Page 194: ...ng Assist PARKTRONIC is activated auto matically when you Rswitch on the ignition Rshift the transmission to position h k or i Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is deactivated at speeds above 11 mph 18 km h It is reactiva ted at lower speeds Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is deactivated for the rear area when you establish an electrical connection between your vehicle and a trailer Range of the sensors Parking...

Page 195: ...splay is active when the engine is running Transmission posi tion Warning display h Front area activated k i or the vehicle is rolling backwards Rear and front areas activated j No areas activated One or more segments light up as the vehicle approaches an obstacle depending on the vehi cle s distance from the obstacle In addition warning tones are issued When the distance to the obstacle is suffic...

Page 196: ... at a different location Rear view camera General notes Rear view camera is an optical parking and maneuvering aid It shows the area behind the vehicle with guide lines in the multimedia sys tem The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a mirror image as in the rear view mirror i The text shown in the multimedia system depends on the language setting The follow ing are examples of rear view came...

Page 197: ...m see the Digital Operator s Manual X Engage reverse gear The rear view camera flap opens The multi media system shows the area behind the vehi cle with guide lines The image from the rear view camera is avail able throughout the maneuvering process X To switch the function mode for vehicles with trailer tow hitch using the controller select symbol for the Reverse parking function or symbol for Co...

Page 198: ...e camera image The distance specifications only apply to objects that are at ground level E Front warning display F Rear warning display G Additional vehicle icon as Parking Assist PARKTRONIC measurement operational readiness indicator Vehicles with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC When Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is opera tional vehicle icon Y page 193 appears on the multimedia system display G If the Par...

Page 199: ... sure that the rear view camera is switched on Y page 195 The lane and the guide lines appear in the camera image X While the vehicle is stationary turn the steer ing wheel in the direction of the parking space until yellow guide lines reach parking space marking Yellow guide lines dynamically adapt to the current steering input X Maintain the steering input and reverse care fully X Stop the vehic...

Page 200: ...all coupling X Reverse carefully making sure that trailer drawbar locating aid points approximately in the direction of trailer drawbar X Reverse carefully until trailer drawbar rea ches red guide line B The distance between trailer drawbar and red guide line B is now approximately 12 in 0 30 m X Couple up the trailer Y page 216 Wide angle function Symbol for the wide angle view function Your vehi...

Page 201: ... view as red or yellow brackets around the vehicle icon in the top view or Rat the bottom right as red or yellow brackets around the vehicle symbol in full screen mode The line thickness and color of the brackets show how far the vehicle is from an object Ryellow brackets with thin lines Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is active Ryellow brackets with normal lines an object is present in close range of t...

Page 202: ...ra a warn ing message appears The warning message disappears if Ryou are again driving at a moderate speed The 360 camera is then activated Rthe message is confirmed with the but ton Switching the 360 camera on and off using the button X To switch on press button Depending on whether transmission position h or k is selected the following appears Ra split screen with top view and the image from the...

Page 203: ...e bottom most guideline Top view with picture from the rear view camera Yellow guide line at a distance of approx imately 13 ft 4 0 m from the rear of the vehicle Symbol for the split screen setting with top view and rear view camera image Guide lines for the maximum steering input Yellow lanes marking the course the tires will take at the current steering wheel angle dynamic A Yellow guide lines ...

Page 204: ... i This setting can also be selected as an enlarged front view Top view with image from the side cam eras Symbol for the top view and forward facing side camera setting Yellow guide line for the vehicle width including the exterior mirrors right side of vehicle Yellow guide line for the vehicle width including the exterior mirrors left side of vehicle i You can also select the side camera setting ...

Page 205: ...60 camera display mode X Shift the transmission to position j or X Drive forwards at a speed greater than 6 mph 10 km h The 360 camera display is stopped The view that was active before the 360 camera was displayed appears in the multi media system display You can stop the 360 camera from the split screen view by select ing the symbol on the display and con firming with the controller You cannot s...

Page 206: ...lected Selection Standard the sensitivity with which the system determines the attention level is set to normal Selection Sensitive the sensitivity is set higher The attention level detected by Attention Assist is adapted accordingly and the driver is warned earlier When ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated the é symbol appears in the multifunction dis play in the assistance graphic display When ATTENT...

Page 207: ...d limits Traffic signs always have priority over the Traffic Sign Assist display The system may be either functionally impaired or temporarily unavailable if the information in the digital street map of the navigation system is incorrect or out of date Instrument cluster display Displaying the assistance graphic X Call up the assistance graphic display func tion using the on board computer Y page ...

Page 208: ... The radar sensors for Blind Spot Assist are inte grated into the rear bumper Make sure that the bumpers are free from dirt ice or slush The sensors must not be covered for example by cycle racks or overhanging loads Following a severe impact or in the event of damage to the bumpers have the function of the radar sensors checked at a qualified specialist workshop Blind Spot Assist may no longer wo...

Page 209: ...Activating Blind Spot Assist X Make sure that Blind Spot Assist is activated in the on board computer Y page 232 X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni tion lock The red warning lamps on the exterior mirrors light up until the engine is started Display in the assistance graphic When Blind Spot Assist is activated gray radar waves propagating backwards appear next to the vehicle in the assis...

Page 210: ... g due to insufficient illumination of the road or due to snow rain fog or spray Rthere is glare e g from oncoming traffic the sun or reflection from other vehicles e g if the road surface is wet Rthe windshield is dirty fogged up damaged or covered for instance by a sticker in the vicin ity of the camera Rthere are no several or unclear lane markings for a lane e g in areas with road construction...

Page 211: ...tch on the corresponding turn signal to change lane you will also receive an optical and audible warning If a risk of lateral collision is detected corrective braking may help you avoid a collision Before a course cor recting brake application Active Blind Spot Assist evaluates the space in the direction of travel and at the sides of the vehicle For this Active Blind Spot Assist uses the forward f...

Page 212: ...les can be impaired in the case of Rthere is dirt on the sensors or anything else covering the sensors Rpoor visibility e g due to rain snow or spray Vehicles in the monitoring range are then not indicated Active Blind Spot Assist may not detect narrow vehicles such as motorcycles or bicycles or may only detect them too late If the lanes are narrow vehicles driving in the lane beyond the lane next...

Page 213: ...ance at the sides If a course correcting brake application occurs red warning lamp flashes in the exterior mir ror and a double warning tone sounds In addi tion a display underlining the danger of a side collision appears in the multifunction display In very rare cases the system may make an inappropriate brake application A course cor recting brake application may be interrupted at any time by co...

Page 214: ...pplication to the vehicle Rnot give a warning or intervene There is a risk of an accident Always pay particular attention to the traffic situation and keep within the lane especially if Active Lane Keeping Assist alerts you Ter minate the intervention in a non critical driv ing situation The system may be impaired or may not function if Rthere is poor visibility e g due to insufficient illuminatio...

Page 215: ...ng brake application occurs if Ryou clearly and actively steer brake or accel erate Ryou cut the corner on a sharp bend Ryou have switched on the turn signal Ra driving safety system intervenes e g ESP PRE SAFE Brake or Active Blind Spot Assist Ryou have adopted a sporty driving style with high cornering speeds or high rates of accel eration RESP is switched off Rthe transmission is not in positio...

Page 216: ...ing a trailer When you attach a trailer make sure you have correctly established the electrical connection This can be accomplished by checking the trailer lighting Towing a trailer Important safety notes G WARNING Installing an unsuitable ball coupling may result in overloading of the trailer tow hitch and the rear axle This applies especially if the ball coupling in question is longer or angled ...

Page 217: ...lability and on installation is available from any authorized Mercedes Benz Center RThe bumpers of your vehicle are not suitable for installing detachable trailer couplings RDo not install hired trailer couplings or other detachable trailer couplings on the bumpers of your vehicle RIf you no longer need the ball coupling remove it from the ball coupling recess This will reduce the risk of damage t...

Page 218: ...e ball coupling G WARNING If the ball coupling is not correctly installed and secured it could come loose while driving and endanger other road users There is a risk of an accident and injury Install and secure the ball coupling as descri bed in the ball coupling manufacturer s instal lation instructions Make sure that the ball coupling is correctly installed and secured before every journey G WAR...

Page 219: ...railers Check the specific legal requirements applicable to your state If the trailer becomes detached from the tow ing vehicle the safety feature applies the trailer brakes Towing a trailer There are several legal requirements for towing a trailer e g the maximum permissible speed Make sure that your car trailer combination complies with the local regulations Rin your place of residence Rat your ...

Page 220: ...railer with an engaged overrun brake Otherwise your vehicle could be damaged by the rebounding of the overrun brake X Apply the vehicle s parking brake manually X Shift the transmission to position j X Close all doors and the tailgate X Switch off the engine X Secure the vehicle and trailer against rolling away X Remove the trailer cable X Remove the safety chains if there are any X Uncouple the t...

Page 221: ...missible gross axle weight The permissible gross vehicle weight is indi cated on the identification plate on the B pil lar on the driver s side of the vehicle Mercedes Benz recommends a trailer load where the trailer drawbar noseweight accounts for 8 to 15 of the permissible gross trailer weight Additional accessories passengers and load reduce the permissible trailer load and nose weight that you...

Page 222: ...rating safely at all times For an overview see the instrument panel illus tration Y page 37 Hybrid vehicles make sure that you read the separate operating instructions Otherwise you may not recognize dangers Displays and operation Instrument cluster lighting The lighting in the instrument cluster in the dis plays and the controls in the vehicle interior can be adjusted using brightness control kno...

Page 223: ...re is too high a dis play message is shown If the coolant temperature display is in the area marked in red do not continue driving Otherwise the engine will be damaged The coolant temperature gauge is in the lower section of the tachometer Y page 37 Under normal operating conditions and at the correct coolant level the display may rise to the red mark Operating the on board computer Multifunction ...

Page 224: ...nel RRejects or ends a call RExits the phone book redial mem ory 6 RMakes or accepts a call RSwitches to the redial memory W X RAdjusts the volume 8 RMute ó RVehicles with multimedia system Audio 20 Switches on voice operated con trol for navigation see the manu facturer s operating instructions RVehicles with multimedia system COMAND Switches on the Voice Control Sys tem see the separate Operator...

Page 225: ...lways correctly displayed Traffic signs always have priority over the Traffic Sign Assist display The visibility of the head up display is influenced by the following conditions Rthe driver s seat position Rthe positioning of the display image Rthe general ambient light Rsunglasses with polarization filters Rwet roads Rblocking of sunlight by objects on the display cover In the event of extreme su...

Page 226: ... you can choose between further AMG displays in addition to the standard displays depending on your vehicle s equipment If you select a display with traffic signs detec ted traffic signs from Traffic Sign Assist appear in the head up display Menus and submenus Menu overview Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list Operating the on board computer Y page 221 Depending on the ve...

Page 227: ... button to select ECO display If the ignition remains switched off for longer than four hours the ECO display will be auto matically reset For further information on the ECO display see Y page 161 Trip computer From Start or From Reset Distance Driving time Average speed Average fuel consumption X Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list X Press or 9 on the steering wheel to ...

Page 228: ...are also reset If you reset the values in the From Start trip computer the values in the ECO display are also reset Navigation system menu Displaying navigation instructions In the Navi menu the multifunction display shows navigation instructions You can find fur ther information on navigation instructions in the multimedia system in the Digital Operator s Manual X Switch on the multimedia system ...

Page 229: ...ne Recommended lane in this lane you will be able to complete the next change of direction and the one after that Change of direction without lane recom mendation Road into which the change of direction leads Distance to change of direction and visual distance display Change of direction symbol When a change of direction is to be made you will see symbol for the change of direction and distance gr...

Page 230: ... steering wheel to open the menu list X Press or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Radio menu X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel Currently set station appears in the multi function display X To open the channel list press the or 9 button briefly X To select a station in the station list press the or 9 button briefly X To select a station in the station list using rapid scrolling pre...

Page 231: ... media press a briefly The list containing the media sources appears X Press or 9 to select the correspond ing audio player or media X Press a to confirm X To open the track list press the or 9 button briefly X To select the next or previous track from the track list press the or 9 button briefly X To select a track from the track list using rapid scrolling press and hold or 9 until the desired tr...

Page 232: ...o select the Telephone menu X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel You will see one of the following display mes sages in the multifunction display RPhone READY or the name of the network provider the mobile phone has found a net work and is ready to receive RPhone No Service there is no network available or the mobile phone is searching for a network Accepting a call If someone calls you w...

Page 233: ...nformation from the following driving systems or driving safety systems RDistance Pilot DISTRONIC distance display Y page 175 RTraffic Sign Assist Y page 205 RDistance warning function and autono mous brake function of Active Brake Assist Y page 67 RActive Brake Assist with cross traffic func tion Y page 73 RBlind Spot Assist Y page 205 or Active Blind Spot Assist Y page 209 RATTENTION ASSIST Y pa...

Page 234: ... Assistance Graphic menu of the multifunction display Further information on Active Brake Assist Y page 67 Activating deactivating Active Brake Assist with cross traffic function Active Brake Assist with cross traffic function is available only in vehicles with the Driving Assis tance package X Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list X Press the or 9 button on the steering w...

Page 235: ...ee Y page 207 For further information about Active Lane Keep ing Assist see Y page 212 Head up display submenu Selecting other displays Vehicle speed display Vehicle speed and navigation instruction display Vehicle speed display and Traffic Sign Assist Using the Display Content function you can choose from up to four display options depend ing on the vehicle s equipment The selected contents appea...

Page 236: ...a on the steering wheel X Use or 9 to select the Head up Display submenu X Press a to confirm X Press or 9 to select the Brightness function X Press the a button to save the setting X Press the or 9 button to adjust the brightness to a level from Level 5 bright to Level 5 dark X Press the a or button to save the setting Light submenu Switching the daytime running lamps on off This function is not ...

Page 237: ...ngs X Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list X Press the or 9 button on the steering wheel to select the Settings menu X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel X Use or 9 to select the Factory Settings submenu X Press a to confirm The Reset All Settings function appears X Press or 9 to select No or Yes X Press a to confirm the selection If you have selected Yes the mul...

Page 238: ...X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel X Press the 9 button repeatedly until the G Meter appears The maximum values of the G Meter are saved X To reset the G Meter press a again X Using or 9 select Yes on the steer ing wheel X Press a to confirm The maximum values of the G Meter are deleted If the ignition remains switched off for longer than four hours the G Meter will be automati cally re...

Page 239: ... wheel to select the AMG menu X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel X Press 9 repeatedly until SETUP appears RACE TIMER Displaying and starting RACETIMER Lap RACETIMER The RACETIMER is only intended for use on a closed race circuit Do not use the function on public roads You can start the RACETIMERwhen the engine is running or the ignition is switched on X Use ò on the steering wheel to ca...

Page 240: ...eted Lap statistics Lap Lap time Average lap speed Lap length This function is only available if you have stored at least two laps and have stopped the RACE TIMER X Use ò on the steering wheel to call up the list of menus X Press the or 9 button on the steering wheel to select the AMG menu X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel X Press the or 9 button to select Lap List X Press a to confirm...

Page 241: ...heel The multifunction display hides the display message High priority display messages are shown in red in the multifunction display Some high priority display messages cannot be hidden The multifunction display shows these messages continuously until the causes for the messages have been remedied Message memory The on board computer saves certain display messages in the message memory You can ca...

Page 242: ...suitable distance making slight steering move ments at a speed above 12 mph 20 km h If the display message disappears the functions mentioned above are available again If the multifunction display still shows the display message X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately Inoperative See Operator s Manual ABS and ESP are malfunctioning Other driving systems and driving...

Page 243: ...ystems and driving safety systems may also malfunc tion The warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster The self diagnosis function might not be complete for example G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally but without the functions listed above The wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard for example The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can thus i...

Page 244: ...the Igni tion to Release the Parking Brake The red F USA only or Canada only indicator lamp lights up You attempted to release the electric parking brake while the ignition was switched off X Switch on the ignition F USA only Canada only Please Release Park ing Brake The red F USA only or Canada only indicator lamp flashes and a warning tone sounds A condition for automatic release of the electric...

Page 245: ...workshop The red F USA only or Canada only indicator lamp flashes and the yellow warning lamp lights up The electric parking brake is malfunctioning To release X Switch off the ignition and turn it back on X Release the electric parking brake manually To apply X Switch off the ignition and turn it back on X Apply the electric parking brake manually If the red F USA only or Canada only indicator la...

Page 246: ...parking brake manually X Shift the transmission to position j as the electric parking brake is not applied automatically X Visit a qualified specialist workshop If it is not possible to release the electric parking brake manually X Release the electric parking brake automatically Y page 160 F USA only Canada only Parking Brake Inop erative The yellow warning lamp lights up The red F USA only or Ca...

Page 247: ...tion Check Brake Pad Wear The brake pads linings have reached their wear limit USA only the red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running X Visit a qualified specialist workshop G Inoperative One or more main features of the mbrace system are malfunctioning X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Active Brake Assist Functions Currently Limited See Opera tor s Manual Active Brake...

Page 248: ...noperative e g due to elec tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation Rthe system is outside the operating temperature range Rthe on board voltage is too low RMercedes AMG vehicles ESP is deactivated When the causes stated above no longer apply the display message disappears Active Brake Assist with cross traffic function is operation...

Page 249: ... attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 158 X Switch off the engine X Clean all sensors Y page 328 X Restart the engine The display message disappears 6 SRS Malfunction Ser vice Required The restraint system is malfunctioning The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster G WARNING The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may eith...

Page 250: ...rning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster G WARNING The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered unintentionally or in the event of an accident may not be triggered There is an increased risk of injury X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately 6 Left Side Curtain Airbag Malfunction Service Required or Right Side Curtain Airbag Malfunction Service Require...

Page 251: ...ion switched on Ra self diagnosis is carried out The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamps must light up simulta neously for approximately six seconds Rthe PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp must then light up and remain lit after the self diagnosis If the indicator lamp is on OCS Occupant Classification System has disabled the front passenger front air bag Y page 52 Rth...

Page 252: ... passenger door and switch on the ignition X Observe the PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps in the center console and the multifunction display and check the following Seat unoccupied and ignition switched on Ra self diagnosis is carried out The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamps must light up simulta neously for approximately six seconds Rthe PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indic...

Page 253: ...r lighting is malfunctioning X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Vehicles with trailer tow hitch a fuse may have blown X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 158 X Check the fuses Y page 347 X If necessary replace the blown fuse Observe the warning notes If the display message ...

Page 254: ...sit a qualified specialist workshop Engine Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Check Coolant Level See Operator s Man ual The coolant level is too low Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine cooling system The engine will otherwise be damaged X Add coolant observing the warning notes before doing so Y page 322 If you have to add coolant frequently...

Page 255: ... X Do not start the engine again until the display message goes out and the coolant temperature gage is below the red marking Otherwise the engine could be damaged X Pay attention to the coolant temperature gage If the temperature increases again X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately Under normal operating conditions and with the specified coolant level the coolant temperature displa...

Page 256: ...lay message disappears before pulling away Start Engine See Operator s Manual The engine is switched off and the condition of charge is too low X Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need such as the rear window defroster and interior lighting X Leave the engine running for a few minutes or drive a long distance The battery is being charged 4 Check Engine Oil At Next Refueling The engin...

Page 257: ... is a risk of engine damage X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine pay ing attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 158 X Check the engine oil level Y page 320 X If necessary add engine oil Y page 320 4 Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Measured Mercedes AMG GLC 63 vehicles the measuring system is malfunc tioning X Visit a qualif...

Page 258: ...the selected level after a short period Mercedes AMG vehicles the AMG sports suspension based on AIR BODY CONTROL sets the vehicle to the selected level after a short period X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 158 X Wait until the display message disappears before pulling away A...

Page 259: ...on based on AIR BODY CONTROL is malfunctioning The vehicle s handling character istics may be affected X Drive as appropriate for the current vehicle level but do not exceed 50 mph 80 km h X Make sure that there is sufficient ground clearance X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Lane Keeping Assist Currently Unavaila ble See Operator s Manual or Active Lane Keeping Assist Currently Unavaila ble...

Page 260: ...d stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 158 X Restart the engine Blind Spot Assist Inoperative or Active Blind Spot Assist Inoperative Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is malfunctioning X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Parking Pilot Can celed The driver s door is open X Repeat...

Page 261: ...ow or fog X Clean the windshield If the system detects that the camera is fully operational the display message disappears Traffic Sign Assist is operational again Traffic Sign Assist Inoperative Traffic Sign Assist is malfunctioning X Visit a qualified specialist workshop ë Off The HOLD function is deactivated The vehicle is skidding A warning tone also sounds X Reactivate the HOLD function later...

Page 262: ...he display message does not disappear X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 158 X Restart the engine Distance Pilot Inop erative Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is malfunctioning The following may have also failed RActive Brake Assist with cross traffic function RSteering Pilot A warning...

Page 263: ...shield Steering Pilot Inop erative Steering Pilot is malfunctioning However the Distance Pilot DISTRONIC functions are still available A warning tone also sounds X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Cruise Control Inop erative Cruise control is malfunctioning A warning tone also sounds X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Cruise Control mph RA condition for activating cruise control has not ...

Page 264: ...ure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 158 X Check the tires and if necessary follow the instructions for a flat tire Y page 334 X Check the tire pressures and if necessary correct the tire pressure X Restart the tire pressure loss warning system when the tire pres sure is correct Y page 356 Check Tire Pressure Then Restart Run Flat Indicator Canada only The tire pressure loss warning system ...

Page 265: ... multifunction display G WARNING Driving with a flat tire poses a risk of the following hazards Ra flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle Ryou could lose control of the vehicle Rcontinued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build up and possibly a fire There is a risk of an accident X Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking maneuvers Pay a...

Page 266: ...n all vehi cles At least one tire has overheated G WARNING Overheated tires can burst particularly at high speeds X Drive more slowly so that the tires cool down Vehicle Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Shift to P or N to Start Engine You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in posi tion k or h X Shift the transmission to position j or i Apply Brake...

Page 267: ...sion position h is selected X Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the trans mission from position h If transmission position k i or j is selected X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 158 X Notify a qualified specialist workshop or breakdown service Reversing Not Possi ble Service Required You cannot shift into transmission position k due to a malfunction The trans...

Page 268: ...g tone also sounds G WARNING The open hood may block your view when the vehicle is in motion There is a risk of an accident X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 158 X Close the hood C At least one door is open A warning tone also sounds X Close all the doors _ Rear Left Backrest ...

Page 269: ... transmitter receiver range X Wait until the mobile phone operational readiness symbol appears in the multifunction display Check Washer Fluid The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum X Add washer fluid Y page 322 SmartKey Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Â Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle You have put the wrong SmartKey in the i...

Page 270: ... the steering wheel to confirm the display message Because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves the SmartKey is not detected whilst the engine is running A warning tone also sounds X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 158 X Insert the SmartKey into the igniti...

Page 271: ...t belt Y page 48 The warning lamp goes out There are objects on the front passenger seat X Remove the objects from the front passenger seat and stow them in a secure place The warning lamp goes out ü N The red seat belt warning lamp flashes and an intermittent audible warning sounds The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt The vehicle is being driven faster than 15 mph 25 km ...

Page 272: ... lamp lights up while the engine is running A warning tone also sounds There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir G WARNING The braking effect may be impaired There is a risk of an accident X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions Do not continue driving under any circumstances X Secure the vehicle against rolling...

Page 273: ...ualified specialist workshop immediately If the ABS control unit is faulty there is also a possibility that other systems such as the navigation system or the automatic transmission will not be available J N USA only J Canada only the red brake warning lamp and the yellow ESP and ABS warning lamps are lit while the engine is running ABS and ESP are malfunctioning Other driving systems and driving ...

Page 274: ... chains Rin deep snow Ron sand or gravel Rwhen driving off road vehicles without off road program Observe the important safety notes on ESP Y page 70 N The yellow ESP warning lamp is lit while the engine is running ESP is malfunctioning Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunction G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally but without the functions listed ab...

Page 275: ...d or gravel Rwhen driving off road vehicles without off road program Observe the important safety notes on ESP Y page 70 X Adapt your driving style to suit the road and weather conditions If ESP cannot be activated X Drive on carefully X Contact a qualified specialist workshop and have ESP checked M N Mercedes AMG vehicles The yellow SPORT handling mode warning lamp is lit while the engine is runn...

Page 276: ...olutions N The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running There may be a malfunction for example Rin the engine management Rin the fuel injection system Rin the exhaust system Rin the ignition system for vehicles with gasoline engines Rin the fuel system The emission limit values may be exceeded and the engine may be in emergency mode X Visit a qualified specialist work...

Page 277: ...orkshop N The red coolant warning lamp lights up while the engine is running and the coolant temperature gage is at the start of the scale The temperature sensor for the coolant temperature gage is malfunctioning The coolant temperature is no longer being monitored There is a risk of engine damage if the coolant temperature is too high X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the eng...

Page 278: ...op X Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so e g driving in mountainous terrain and stop and go traffic N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running A warning tone also sounds The coolant temperature gage has reached the red marking The airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the coolant level may be too low G WARNING The engine is not being cooled sufficiently...

Page 279: ...he red distance warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion A warning tone also sounds You are approaching a vehicle a pedestrian or a stationary obstacle in your line of travel at too high a speed X Be prepared to brake immediately X Pay careful attention to the traffic situation You may have to brake or take evasive action Further information about Active Brake Assist with cross traffi...

Page 280: ...g maneuvers Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 158 X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display X Check the tires and if necessary follow the instructions for a flat tire Y page 334 X Check the tire pressure Y page 358 X If necessary correct the tire pressure h N The yellow tire pressure monitor warning la...

Page 281: ...WARNING You will need to use more force to steer There is a risk of an accident X Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required If you are able to steer safely X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately If you are unable to steer safely X Do not drive on X Consult a qualified specialist workshop Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 279 ...

Page 282: ...igation announcements are intended to direct you while driving without diverting your attention from the road and driving Please always use this feature instead of con sulting the map display for directions Looking at the icons or map display can distract you from traffic conditions and driving and increase the risk of an accident This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set fort...

Page 283: ...humbwheel to the right of the con troller or X Press the 8 button on the multifunction steering wheel If the audio output is switched off the status line will show the 8 symbol If you switch the media source or change the volume the sound is automatically switched on i Navigation announcements will be heard even if the sound is muted Functions The multimedia system has the following func tions RRa...

Page 284: ...rn two fingers to the right or left X To zoom in and out of the map move two fingers together or apart Character entry with handwriting rec ognition Entering characters X Use one finger to write characters on the sur face The character is entered in the input line If the character that you have entered can be interpreted in different ways these character suggestions are displayed X If character su...

Page 285: ...s played Switching the character entry between touchpad and controller Requirement an input line for text numbers or characters has been selected X To switch to the controller press the con troller Character entry using the controller is active X To switch to the touchpad press the touch pad with your finger Handwriting recognition on the touchpad is active Favorites Calling up and exiting favorit...

Page 286: ...ble in most dis plays You can find all available climate control func tions in the climate control menu You can use the climate control bar to switch to the climate control menu Overview Climate control bar COMAND Adjusts temperature air distribution on the left and airflow displays the current settings Calls up the climate control menu displays the current cooling and climate mode set tings Adjus...

Page 287: ...ion is available for plug in hybrid vehi cles Before getting in the driver s seat area or the whole vehicle interior is briefly warmed or ven tilated The air from the vents is pre cooled X Call up the climate control menu Y page 284 X To select Pre entry Climate Control via Key turn and press the controller X To activate or deactivate turn the control ler X To exit the menu press the button Activa...

Page 288: ...F file The SD card box contains a quick guide The following descriptions apply to navigation with COMAND Further information can be found in the Digital Operator s Manual Selecting a route type and route options Multimedia system X Select NaviQNavigation X Select ZQRoute Settings i If route guidance is active first slide 6 the controller and show the menu X Select a route type Notes for route type...

Page 289: ...tion Set as Intermediate Destination adds the new destination in addition to the existing destination and opens the intermediate des tinations list Connecting a mobile phone Requirements For telephony via the Bluetooth interface you require at least one Bluetooth capable mobile phone depending on use of one telephone mode or two telephone mode The mobile phone must support Hands Free Profile 1 0 o...

Page 290: ...ring X The code on the multimedia system and mobile phone are the same if applicable select Yes on the multimedia system X Confirm code on the mobile phone Depend ing on the mobile phone used confirm the connection to the multimedia system and for the PBAP and MAP Bluetooth profiles The prompt to confirm may take up to two minutes to be displayed see the manufactur er s operating instructions X If...

Page 291: ...es can damage the card Inserting an SD card The SD card slot is located in the stowage com partment under the armrest X Insert the SD card into the SD card slot until the SD card engages The side with the con tacts must face down X Select the media source Y page 288 Removing an SD card X Press the SD card The SD card is ejected X Remove the memory card Connecting USB devices USB ports e g when equ...

Page 292: ...mass or the gross axle weight rating for the vehicle including occupants The values are specified on the vehicle iden tification plate on the B pillar of the driver s door RThe cargo compartment is the preferred place to carry objects RPosition heavy loads as far forwards as pos sible and as low down in the cargo compart ment as possible RThe load must not protrude above the upper edge of the seat...

Page 293: ... lock insert the mechanical key into the lock and turn it 90 clockwise to position 2 X To unlock insert the mechanical key into the lock and turn it 90 counter clockwise to position 1 Eyeglasses compartment X To open press marking The eyeglasses compartment opens down Make sure that the eyeglasses compartment is always closed while the vehicle is in motion Stowage compartment in the front center c...

Page 294: ...space Depending on the equipment the following additional stowage areas are available in the vehicle Rcard and coin holder in the dashboard above the light switch not suitable for holding thin objects such as shopping tokens Rthe open stowage compartment in the center console Rstowage net in the front passenger footwell Rthe map pockets on the back of the driver s and front passenger seat Rparcel ...

Page 295: ...est There is an increased risk of injury Before every trip make sure that the seat backrests and the rear bench seat rear seat are engaged When folding the rear seat backrest for wards ensure that there are no items lying on the seat cushions These items could other wise be damaged or could themselves dam age the rear seats Observe the loading guidelines Y page 290 The outside and the middle rear ...

Page 296: ...orward X Move the driver s or front passenger seat back if necessary Middle rear seat backrest X Pull release lever forward Rear seat backrest is released X Fold rear seat backrest forward X Move the driver s or front passenger seat back if necessary Folding the rear seat backrest back Make sure that the seat belt does not become trapped when folding the rear seat backrest back Otherwise it could ...

Page 297: ...ed together X Slide catch upwards The release mechanism of the center seat backrest is locked X To unlock fold the left and center seat backr ests forward X Slide catch downwards Adjusting the angle of the rear seat backrests cargo position Vehicles with the stowage space package to enlarge the cargo compartment you can adjust the rear seat backrests to a 10 degrees steeper angle cargo position X ...

Page 298: ...y notes G WARNING On its own the cargo compartment cover cannot secure or restrain heavy objects items of luggage and heavy loads You could be hit by an unsecured load during sudden changes in direction braking or in the event of an accident There is an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around Secure objects luggage or loads against sli...

Page 299: ...rage from above Cargo net Important safety notes G WARNING On its own the cargo net cannot secure or restrain heavy objects items of luggage and heavy loads You could be hit by an unsecured load during sudden changes in direction braking or in the event of an accident There is an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around Secure objects l...

Page 300: ... X Fold the cargo net and roll it up X Close the two Velcro fasteners on the cargo net holder X Put the cargo net in the stowage space under the cargo compartment floor Parcel net Important safety notes G WARNING If you transport objects in the vehicle interior and these are not adequately secured they could slip or be flung around and thereby strike vehicle occupants In addition cup holders open ...

Page 301: ...sp B The rubber band must not block the clasp Rrubber band is below base D X Fold cargo compartment floor down and press down until it engages Coat hooks on the tailgate Coat hook Cargo compartment plug in module telescope bars General notes The cargo compartment plug in module allows you to use your cargo compartment for a variety of purposes The following accessory parts are located under the ca...

Page 302: ...en the cargo compartment floor is open objects could be flung around thus striking vehicle occupants There is a risk of injury particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction Always close the cargo compartment floor before a journey The following items are located beneath the cargo compartment floor Rthe folding box Rtire change tool kit RTIREFIT kit Rthe EASY PACK load...

Page 303: ... have been tested and approved for Mercedes Benz vehicles This helps to avoid damage to the vehicle Position the load on the roof carrier in such a way that the vehicle will not sustain damage even when it is in motion Depending on the vehicle equipment ensure that when the roof carrier is installed you can Rfully raise the sliding sunroof panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel Ropen the tail...

Page 304: ...ould otherwise spill Do not expose drinks bottles in the cup holder in the center console to continuous strong and direct sunlight The passenger compartment in the area of the center con sole can otherwise be damaged by the con centrated and reflected sunlight Observe the loading guidelines Y page 290 Cup holder in the front center console X To open open the stowage compartment Y page 291 X To rem...

Page 305: ...d mirror cover A has been folded up Glare from the side X Fold down the sun visor X Pull sun visor out of retainer X Swing sun visor to the side X Slide sun visor horizontally as required Rear side window roller sunblinds Always guide the roller sunblind by hand Do not let it snap back suddenly as this would damage the automatic roller mechanism Do not drive the vehicle with the roller sun blind h...

Page 306: ...insert from above into the holder and press down into the holder until it engages Cigarette lighter G WARNING You can burn yourself if you touch the hot heating element or the socket of the cigarette lighter In addition flammable materials can ignite if Rthe hot cigarette lighter falls Ra child holds the hot cigarette lighter to objects for example There is a risk of fire and injury Always hold th...

Page 307: ...nts the cover from being blocked Socket in the front center console 12 V socket example X To open open the stowage compartment Y page 291 X Lift up the cover of socket X To close push cover of the stowage com partment closed Socket in the rear compartment center console X Pull cover out by its top edge X Lift up the cover of socket Socket in the cargo compartment X Lift up the cover of socket 115 ...

Page 308: ...nnected These devices such as games consoles chargers and laptops must not consume more than a maximum of 150 watts altogether Requirements for operation of these devices Rthe electronic device that you connect has a suitable connector and conforms to stand ards specific to the country you are in Rthe plug of the electronic device is plugged correctly into 115 V power socket Rthe maximum wattage o...

Page 309: ...reement to activate the mbrace service Make sure that your system is activated and operational To register press the ï Info call button If any of the steps mentioned are not carried out the system may not be activated If you have questions about the activation con tact one of the following telephone hotlines Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 800 367 6372 or 1 866 990...

Page 310: ...notes G WARNING It can be dangerous to remain in the vehicle even if you have pressed the SOS button in an emergency if Ryou see smoke inside or outside of the vehi cle e g if there is a fire after an accident Rthe vehicle is on a dangerous section of road Rthe vehicle is not visible or cannot easily be seen by other road users particularly when dark or in poor visibility conditions There is a ris...

Page 311: ...ly made the emergency call In this case always summon assistance by other means Roadside Assistance button X To call press roadside assistance button This initiates a call to the Mercedes Benz Cus tomer Assistance Center The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button flashes while the call is active The Connecting Call message appears in the multifunction display The audio output is muted If a c...

Page 312: ...onnection is established between the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center and the vehicle occupants You receive information about operating your vehicle about the nearest Mercedes Benz Ser vice Center and about other products and serv ices from Mercedes Benz You can find further information on the mbrace system under Owners Online at http www mbusa com The system has not been able to initiate ...

Page 313: ...ing on your vehicle s cur rent position and the desired destination You will then be guided live through the current route section Search and Send General notes To use Search Send your vehicle must be equipped with mbrace and a navigation system Additionally an mbrace service subscription must be completed Search Send is a destination entry service A destination address which is found on Google Ma...

Page 314: ...earby The vehicle can then be locked by the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center The vehicle can be immediately remotely locked within four days of the ignition being turned off After this time remote closing may be delayed by 15 to 60 minutes After 30 days the vehicle can no longer be locked remotely The vehicle remote closing feature is available if the relevant mobile phone network is avail...

Page 315: ... the customer service rep resentative agreed with you the voice connec tion is re established after the transfer is com plete If necessary you will be contacted at a later time by another means e g by e mail or phone Another function of the Vehicle Health Check is the transfer of service data to the Customer Assistance Center If a service is due the display shows a message to this effect together ...

Page 316: ...everse features and Rmeet current U S federal safety standards Once programed the integrated garage door opener in the rear view mirror will assume the function of the garage door system s remote control Please also read the operating instruc tions for the garage door system When programming a garage door opener park the vehicle outside the garage Do not run the engine while programming Certain ga...

Page 317: ...r drive system Several attempts might be necessary You should test every position for at least 25 seconds before trying another position Synchronizing the rolling code Pay attention to the Important safety notes Y page 314 If the garage door system uses a rolling code you will also have to synchronize the garage door system with the integrated garage door opener in the rear view mirror To do this ...

Page 318: ...on the back of remote control A for the garage door drive The garage door opener is compatible with devices which operate in the frequency range of 280 to 433 MHz RReplace the batteries in garage door remote control A This increases the likelihood that garage door remote control A will transmit a strong and precise signal to the integrated garage door opener RWhen programming hold remote control A...

Page 319: ...trict the pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal The operating and road safety of the vehicle is jeopardized There is a risk of an accident Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are stowed correctly and that they cannot enter the driver s footwell Install the floormats securely and as specified in order to ensure sufficient clearance for the pedals Do not use loose floormats and do not pla...

Page 320: ...f injury If you need to do any work inside the engine compartment Rswitch off the ignition Rnever reach into the area where there is a risk of danger from moving components such as the fan rotation area Rremove jewelry and watches Rkeep items of clothing and hair for exam ple away from moving parts Hybrid vehicles be sure to observe the notes in the supplementary instructions Otherwise you may not...

Page 321: ...f There is a risk of injury If you need to do any work inside the engine compartment Rswitch off the ignition Rnever reach into the area where there is a risk of danger from moving components such as the fan rotation area Rremove jewelry and watches Rkeep items of clothing and hair for exam ple away from moving parts G WARNING If engine oil comes into contact with hot com ponents in the engine com...

Page 322: ...cessary If the engine is at normal operating temperature and the Reduce Engine Oil Level message appears too much oil has been added X Have excess oil siphoned off If the For Engine Oil Level Ignition Must Be On message appears X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock Y page 136 If the Need More Time to Check Engine Oil Level message appears X If the engine is at normal operating tem...

Page 323: ...y hot Working in the engine compartment poses a risk of injury Where possible let the engine cool down and touch only the components described in the following G WARNING The engine compartment contains moving components Certain components such as the radiator fan may continue to run or start again suddenly when the ignition is off There is a risk of injury If you need to do any work inside the eng...

Page 324: ...ary add coolant that has been tested and approved by Mercedes Benz X Replace cap and turn it clockwise as far as it will go For further information on coolant see Y page 380 Adding washer fluid to the windshield washer system G WARNING Windshield washer concentrate could ignite if it comes into contact with hot engine compo nents or the exhaust system There is a risk of fire and injury Make sure t...

Page 325: ...n the multi function display Information about Service Resetting the ASSYST PLUS service interval display If the ASSYST PLUS service interval display has been inadvertently reset this setting can be corrected at a qualified specialist work shop Have service work carried out as described in the Maintenance Booklet This may otherwise lead to increased wear and damage to the major assemblies or the v...

Page 326: ...hicle deactivate these systems in the following or similar sit uations Rwhen towing the vehicle Rin the car wash Never clean your vehicle in a Touchless Automatic Car Wash as these use special cleaning agents These cleaning agents can damage the paintwork or plastic parts Make sure that Rthe side windows and sliding sunroof are closed completely Rthe blower is switched off Rthe windshield wiper sw...

Page 327: ...ements in each country X Do not use hot water and do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight X Use a soft sponge to clean X Use a mild cleaning agent such as a car shampoo approved by Mercedes Benz X Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen tle jet of water X Do not point the water jet directly towards the air inlet X Use plenty of water and rinse out the sponge frequently X Rinse the vehicle w...

Page 328: ... the climate conditions and the care product used The cleaning product Paint Cleaner which has been recommended and approved by Mercedes Benz should be used when dirt has penetrated the paint surface Also use Paint Cleaner on paint that has become dull Do not use these care products in the sun or on the hood while the hood is hot X Use a suitable touch up stick e g MB Touch Up Stick to repair slig...

Page 329: ... the inside and outside of the windows with a damp cloth and a cleaning product that is recommended and approved by Mercedes Benz Cleaning wiper blades G WARNING You could become trapped by the windshield wipers if they start moving while cleaning the windshield or wiper blades There is a risk of injury Always switch off the windshield wipers and the ignition before cleaning the windshield or wipe...

Page 330: ...he Start Stop button once or twice on vehicles with KEYLESS GO or the KEYLESS GO start function Y page 137 X Open the camera cover for cleaning via the multimedia system see Digital Operator s Manual X To clean the camera use clean water and a soft cloth to clean camera lens When you switch off the ignition the camera cover closes automatically Cleaning the exhaust pipes G WARNING The exhaust tail...

Page 331: ...leaning agents Rcommercially available household cleaning agents These may damage the display surface Do not put pressure on the display surface when cleaning This could lead to irreparable dam age to the display X Before cleaning the display make sure that it is switched off and has cooled down X Clean the display surface using a commer cially available microfiber cloth and TFT LCD display cleane...

Page 332: ...h a dry cloth RMake sure that the leather does not become soaked It may otherwise become rough and cracked ROnly use leather care agents that have been tested and approved by Mercedes Benz You can obtain these from a qualified specialist workshop Leather is a natural product It exhibits natural surface characteristics for example Rdifferences in the texture Rmarks caused by growth and injury Rslig...

Page 333: ... headliner and carpets X Headliner if it is very dirty use a soft brush or dry shampoo X Carpets use the carpet and textile cleaning agents recommended and approved by Mercedes Benz Care 331 Maintenance and care Z ...

Page 334: ...ve safety jackets Maximum number of washes Maximum wash temperature Do not bleach Do not iron A Do not use a laundry dryer B Do not dry clean C This is a class 2 jacket RThe safety jackets only meet the require ments defined by the legal standard if the correct size is used if the reflective safety jackets are correctly fastened RBefore use ensure that the reflective safety jackets are clean and i...

Page 335: ...ange tool kit General notes Apart from certain country specific variations the vehicles are not equipped with a tire change tool kit Some tools for changing a wheel are specific to the vehicle For more information on which tire changing tools are required and approved to perform a wheel change on your vehicle consult a qualified specialist workshop Necessary tire changing tools can include for exa...

Page 336: ...ed Anyone who is not directly assisting in the wheel change should for example stand behind the barrier X Get out of the vehicle Pay attention to traffic conditions when doing so X Close the driver s door Vehicles with MOExtended tires tires with run flat characteristics General notes With MOExtended tires tires with run flat char acteristics you can continue to drive your vehi cle even if there i...

Page 337: ...e tire must be replaced in every case TIREFIT kit Important safety notes TIREFIT is a tire sealant You can use TIREFIT to seal punctures of up to 0 16 in 4 mm particularly those in the tire tread You can use TIREFIT at outside tempera tures down to Ò4 Ò20 G WARNING In the following situations the tire sealant is unable to provide sufficient breakdown assis tance as it is unable to seal the tire pr...

Page 338: ...luster within the driver s field of vision X Affix part of the TIREFIT sticker near the valve on the wheel with the defective tire X Pull connector with cable and hose A out of the tire inflation compressor housing X Push connector on hose A into flange B on tire sealant bottle until the connector engages X Place tire sealant bottle head down into recess of the tire inflation compressor X Remove t...

Page 339: ...You should therefore adapt your driving style accordingly and drive carefully Do not exceed the specified maximum speed with a tire that has been repaired using tire sealant The maximum permissible speed for a tire sealed with tire sealant is 50 mph 80 km h The upper part of the TIREFIT sticker must be affixed to the instrument cluster in the driver s field of vision If a tire pressure of 200 kPa ...

Page 340: ...m the ABS anti lock braking system or the ESP Electronic Stability Program The oper ating safety of your vehicle may be restricted You could lose control of the vehicle for example Rwhen braking Rin the event of abrupt steering maneuvers and or when the vehicle s speed is not adapted to the road conditions There is a risk of an accident In the event of a short circuit or a similar inci dent contac...

Page 341: ...discharged batteries to a qualified spe cialist workshop or a special collection point for used bat teries Have the battery regularly checked at a qualified specialist workshop Comply with the service intervals in the Main tenance Booklet or contact a qualified spe cialist workshop for more information Always have work on batteries carried out at a qualified specialist workshop Should it in except...

Page 342: ...y Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Do not inhale any battery gases Do not lean over the battery Keep children away from batter ies Wash away battery acid immediately with plenty of clean water and seek medical atten tion G WARNING A discharged battery can freeze at tempera tures below freezing point When jump start ing the vehicle or charging the battery gases can escape from the battery T...

Page 343: ...nd jump starting Do not lean over a battery G WARNING During the charging process a battery produces hydrogen gas If a short circuit occurs or sparks are created the hydrogen gas can ignite There is a risk of an explosion RMake sure that the positive terminal of a connected battery does not come into contact with vehicle parts RNever place metal objects or tools on a battery RIt is important that ...

Page 344: ...e jumper cables which have a sufficient cross section and insulated terminal clamps RIf the battery is fully discharged leave the battery that is being used to jump start connected for a few minutes before attempting to start This charges the battery slightly RMake sure that the two vehicles do not touch Make sure that RThe jumper cables are not damaged RBare parts of the terminal clamp do not com...

Page 345: ...l Begin each time at the contacts on your own vehicle first X Close cover A of positive terminal after removing jumper cables X Have the battery checked at a qualified specialist workshop Jump starting is not considered to be a normal operating condition i Jumper cables and further information regarding jump starting can be obtained at any qualified specialist workshop Towing and tow starting Impo...

Page 346: ...bt have the vehicle recovered using a crane When towing pull away slowly and smoothly If the tractive power is too high the vehicles could be damaged Shift the automatic transmission to position i and do not open the driver s or front pas senger s door during towing The automatic transmission may otherwise shift to position j which could damage the transmission Do not tow with sling type equipment...

Page 347: ...es Towing a vehicle with both axles on the ground The automatic transmission automatically shifts to position j when you open the driver s or front passenger door or when you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock It is essential to observe the following steps to ensure that the automatic transmission remains in position i during towing X Make sure that the vehicle is stationary X Turn the Sma...

Page 348: ...the vehicle by the wheels not by parts of the vehicle such as axle or steering components Otherwise the vehicle could be damaged The towing eye or trailer tow hitch can be used to pull the vehicle onto a trailer or transporter if you wish to transport it X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni tion lock X Shift the automatic transmission to position i As soon as the vehicle has been loaded X...

Page 349: ... box when the cover is open When closing the cover make sure that it is lying correctly on the fuse box Moisture seep ing in or dirt could otherwise impair the oper ation of the fuses The fuses in your vehicle serve to close down faulty circuits If a fuse blows all the compo nents on the circuit and their functions stop operating Before changing a fuse Observe the important safety notes Y page 347...

Page 350: ...ioned correctly in lid X Insert lid into the bracket at the rear of the fuse box X Fold down lid of the fuse box and tighten screws X Insert cover and turn fasteners clock wise as far as they will go X Close the hood Fuse box in the cargo compartment Opening X Open the tailgate X Lift the cargo compartment floor upwards Y page 300 X Release the Velcro fastener and lift up cover in the cavity trim ...

Page 351: ...itted wheel tire combinations at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Information on tire pressure can be found Ron the Tire and Loading Information placard on the B pillar on the driver s side Y page 359 Rin the tire pressure table in the fuel filler flap Y page 352 Runder Tire pressure Y page 352 Operation Information on driving Check the tire pressure when the vehicle is heavily laden and adjust ...

Page 352: ...re is a risk of accident If the tire pressure is too high or too low tires may exhibit different levels of wear at differ ent locations on the tire tread Thus you should regularly check the tread depth and the condition of the tread across the entire width of all tires Minimum tire tread depth for RSummer tires â in 3 mm RM S tires ã in 4 mm For safety reasons replace the tires before the legally ...

Page 353: ...lose control of your vehicle There is a risk of accident Check the tires regularly for signs of damage and replace any damaged tires immediately M S tires G WARNING M S tires with a tire tread depth of less than ã in 4 mm are not suitable for use in winter and do not provide sufficient traction There is a risk of an accident M S tires with a tread depth of less than ã in 4 mm must be replaced imme...

Page 354: ...sed driv ing force cutting action Tire pressure Tire pressure specifications Important safety notes G WARNING Underinflated or overinflated tires pose the following risks Rthe tires may burst especially as the load and vehicle speed increase Rthe tires may wear excessively and or unevenly which may greatly impair tire traction Rthe driving characteristics as well as steer ing and braking may be gr...

Page 355: ...cupants and amounts of luggage The actual number of seats may differ Some tire pressure tables show only the rim diameters instead of the full tire size e g R18 Rim diameter is part of the tire size and can be found on the tire sidewall Y page 364 If the tire pressures have been set to the lower values for lighter loads and or lower road speeds the pressures should be reset to the higher values Ri...

Page 356: ...itions If you check the tire pressure when the tires are warm the resulting value will be higher than if the tires were cold This is normal Do not reduce the tire pressure to the value specified for cold tires The tire pressure would otherwise be too low Observe the recommended tire pressures for cold tires Ron the Tire and Loading Information placard on the B pillar on the driver s side Rin the t...

Page 357: ... steps for the other tires Tire pressure loss warning system General notes While the vehicle is in motion the tire pressure loss warning system monitors the set tire pres sure using the rotational speed of the wheels This enables the system to detect significant pressure loss in a tire If the speed of rotation of a wheel changes as a result of a loss of pressure a corresponding warning message wil...

Page 358: ... Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel X Press 9 or to select Tire Pres sure X Press a to confirm The Run Flat Indicator Active Press OK to Restart message is shown in the multifunction display If you wish to confirm the restart X Press the a button The Tire Pressure Now OK message is shown on the multifunction display X Press 9 or to select Yes X Press a to confirm The Run Flat Indicator Re...

Page 359: ...his sequence will be repeated every time the vehi cle is started as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illu minated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of incom patible replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS fr...

Page 360: ...e pressure mon itor automatically detects new wheels or new sensors As long as a clear allocation of the tire pressure value to the individual wheels is not possible the Tire Pressure Monitor Active message is shown instead of the tire pressure display The tire pressures are already being monitored Tire pressure monitor warning mes sages If the tire pressure monitor detects a pressure loss in one ...

Page 361: ... to be monitored Radio type approval for the tire pres sure monitor Country Radio type approval number USA FCC ID MRXGG4 FCC ID MRXMC34MA4 Canada IC 2546A GG4 Loading the vehicle Instruction labels for tires and loads G WARNING Overloaded tires can overheat causing a blowout Overloaded tires can also impair the steering and driving characteristics and lead to brake failure There is a risk of accid...

Page 362: ... Tire and Loading Information placard in the illustration are examples The number of seats is vehicle specific and can differ from the details shown The number of seats in your vehicle can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard Determining the correct load limit Step by step instructions The following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Title 49 Code of U...

Page 363: ... Loading Information placard Y page 359 The greater the combined weight of the occupants the lower the maximum luggage load Step 1 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Combined maximum weight of occupants and load data from the Tire and Loading Infor mation placard 1500 lbs 680 kg 1500 lbs 680 kg 1500 lbs 680 kg Step 2 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Number of people in the vehicle driver and occupants 5 3...

Page 364: ...vehicle does not exceed the maximum permissible values gross vehicle weight and maximum gross axle weight rating have your loaded vehicle including driver occu pants cargo and full trailer load if applicable weighed on a suitable vehicle weighbridge All about wheels and tires Uniform Tire Quality Grading Stand ards Overview of Tire Quality Grading Stand ards Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards ...

Page 365: ...ention to road condi tions when temperatures are around freezing point Mercedes Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in 4 mm on all four winter tires Observe the legally required minimum tire tread depth Y page 350 Winter tires can reduce the braking distance on snow covered surfaces in comparison with summer tires The braking dis tance is still much further than on surfaces that are not icy...

Page 366: ... depending on the manufacturer s standards the size imprinted in the tire wall may not contain any letters or may contain one letter that precedes the size description If there is no letter preceding the size descrip tion as shown above these are passenger vehicle tires according to European manufac turing standards If P precedes the size description these are passenger vehicle tires according to ...

Page 367: ...e manufacturer e g 245 40 ZR18 The service specification is made up of load bearing index A and speed rating B RIf the size description of your tire includes ZR and there are no service specifications ask the tire manufacturer in order to find out the maximum permissible speed If a service specification is available the max imum permissible speed is limited according to the speed rating in the ser...

Page 368: ...may deviate from the data in the example Maximum load rating Maximum tire load is the maximum permis sible weight for which the tire is approved Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit The maximum permissible load can be found on the vehicle s Tire and Loading Information placard on the B pillar on the driver s side Y page 359 i The actual values for tires are vehicle spe c...

Page 369: ... 100 kilopascals kPa are the equivalent of 1 bar DOT Department of Transportation DOT marked tires fulfill the requirements of the U S Department of Transportation Normal occupant weight The number of occupants for which the vehicle is designed multiplied by 68 kilograms 150 lbs Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A uniform standard to grade the quality of tires with regards to tread quality ti...

Page 370: ...cisely Curb weight The weight of a vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant It also includes the air conditioning sys tem and optional equipment if these are instal led in the vehicle but does not include passen gers or luggage Maximum load rating The maximum tire load is the maximum permis sible weight in kilograms or lbs for which a tire is approved ...

Page 371: ...ARNING Interchanging the front and rear wheels may severely impair the driving characteristics if the wheels or tires have different dimensions The wheel brakes or suspension components may also be damaged There is a risk of acci dent Rotate front and rear wheels only if the wheels and tires are of the same dimensions On vehicles equipped with a tire pressure monitor electronic components are loca...

Page 372: ...EYLESS GO remove the Start Stop but ton from the ignition lock Y page 137 X Make sure that the engine cannot be started via your smartphone Y page 139 X If included in the vehicle equipment remove the tire change tool kit from the vehicle X Safeguard the vehicle against rolling away Securing the vehicle to prevent it from rolling away If your vehicle is equipped with a wheel chock it can be found ...

Page 373: ...aring underlay must be used On a slippery surface a non slip underlay must be used e g rubber mats RDo not use wooden blocks or similar objects as a jack underlay Otherwise the jack will not be able to achieve its load bearing capacity due to the restricted height RMake sure that the distance between the underside of the tires and the ground does not exceed 1 2 in 3 cm RDo not place your hands or ...

Page 374: ...tact a qualified specialist workshop immediately Have the damaged wheel bolts or hub threads replaced renewed Do not continue driving G WARNING If you tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts when the vehicle is raised the jack could tip over There is a risk of injury Only tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts when the vehicle is on the ground Always pay attention to the instructions and safety notes...

Page 375: ...tires and wheels which have been approved by Mercedes Benz specifically for your vehicle These tires have been specially adapted for use with the control systems such as ABS or ESP and are marked as follows RMO Mercedes Benz Original RMOE Mercedes Benz Original Extended tires featuring run flat characteristics RMO1 Mercedes Benz Original only cer tain AMG tires Mercedes Benz Original Extended tire...

Page 376: ...s at a given time summer tires winter tires MOExtended tires Exception it is permissible to install a differ ent type or make in the event of a flat tire Observe the MOExtended tires tires with run flat characteristics section Y page 334 Vehicles equipped with MOExtended tires are not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory It is therefore recommended that you additionally equip your vehicle wi...

Page 377: ...le The operating permit may be invalidated if the instructions for installation and use of two way radios are not observed In particular the following conditions must be complied with Ronly approved wavebands may be used Robserve the maximum permissible output in these wavebands Ronly approved antenna positions may be used Excessive levels of electromagnetic radiation may cause damage to your heal...

Page 378: ... mW RTwo way radios with transmitter frequencies in the 380 410 MHz waveband and a maxi mum transmission output of up to 2 W trunked radio Tetra RMobile phones 2G 3G 4G There is no restriction for antenna positions on the outside of the vehicle for the following fre quency bands RTrunked radio system Tetra R70 cm waveband R2G 3G 4G Identification plates Vehicle identification plate with vehi cle i...

Page 379: ...ormation plate includ ing the certification of both federal and Cali fornian emissions standards Service products and filling capaci ties Important safety notes G WARNING Service products may be poisonous and haz ardous to health There is a risk of injury Comply with instructions on the use storage and disposal of service products on the labels of the respective original containers Always store se...

Page 380: ...ot come into contact with your skin eyes or clothing and that it is not swallowed Do not inhale fuel vapors Keep fuel away from children If you or others come into contact with fuel observe the following RWash away fuel from skin immediately using soap and water RIf fuel comes into contact with your eyes immediately rinse them thoroughly with clean water Seek medical assistance with out delay RIf ...

Page 381: ...ives added later can lead to engine failure Do not mix fuel additives with fuel This does not include additives for the removal and preven tion of residue buildup gasoline must only be mixed with additives recommended by Mercedes Benz Comply with the instructions for use on the product label More information about recommended additives can be obtained from any authorized Mercedes Benz Center Merce...

Page 382: ...e brake fluid approved by Mercedes Benz in accordance with MB Freigabe or MB Approval 331 0 Information about approved brake fluid can be obtained at any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http bevo mercedes benz com i Have the brake fluid regularly replaced at a qualified specialist workshop in accordance with the replacement intervals and the replacement confirmed in the Mainten...

Page 383: ...otes G WARNING Windshield washer concentrate could ignite if it comes into contact with hot engine compo nents or the exhaust system There is a risk of fire and injury Make sure that no windshield washer con centrate is spilled next to the filler neck Only use washer fluid that is suitable for plastic lamp lenses e g MB SummerFit or MB WinterFit Unsuitable washer fluid could dam age the plastic le...

Page 384: ...s PAG oil part number A Type of refrigerant Warning symbol advises you about RPossible dangers RHaving service work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop Filling capacities All models Refrigerant 22 2 0 4 oz 630 10 g PAG oil 2 8 oz 80 g Vehicle data General notes Please note that for the specified vehicle data Rthe heights specified may vary as a result of tires load condition of the susp...

Page 385: ...Vehicle height 64 0 in 1625 mm Wheelbase 113 1 in 2873 mm Turning radius 39 7 ft 12 10 m Maximum roof load 165 lb 75 kg All other models Vehicle length 183 3 in 4656 mm Vehicle width including exterior mirrors 82 5 in 2096 mm Vehicle height 65 5 in 1664 mm Wheelbase 113 1 in 2873 mm Turning radius 38 7 ft 11 80 m Maximum roof load 165 lb 75 kg Vehicle data for off road driving Maximum water depth ...

Page 386: ... weight Do not use a noseweight of less than 50 kg otherwise the trailer may come loose Note that the payload and the rear axle load are reduced by the actual payload The drawbar load reduces the permissible over all load and rear axle load The drawbar load acts from above onto the ball head on the trailer tow hitch The drawbar noseweight is not included in the trailer load Model Permissible nose ...

Page 387: ...Ball position of the ball coupling When the ball coupling is selected the following dimensions must not be exceeded 7 0 in 0 625 in 1 25 in Trailer tow hitch 385 Technical data Z ...

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