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Mercedes-Benz S 65 AMG, Operator'S Manual

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All models except AMG vehicles

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Summary of Contents for S 65 AMG

Page 1: ...S Class Operator s Manual...

Page 2: ...g notices draw your attention to hazards that may endanger your health or life or the health or life of others Highlights hazards that may result in damage to your vehicle i Helpful hints or further i...

Page 3: ...asure and also the safety of you and your passengers we ask you to make a small investment of time RPlease read this manual carefully then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your ref...

Page 4: ...2 Index 3 Introduction 19 At a glance 25 Safety and security 43 Control systems 81 Controls in detail 295 Operation 439 Practical hints 491 Technical data 587 Contents...

Page 5: ...7 Parking 385 Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System Advanced TPMS 459 Messages in the multifunction display 510 545 Air bags 45 Children 45 Emergency call upon deployment 426 Front driver and passe...

Page 6: ...positions 348 AUX Audio 211 Socket 210 Video 211 Axle oils 604 B Backrest see Seats Backup lamps Messages in the multifunction display 543 Replacing bulbs 565 Bar air pressure unit 470 BAS Brake Assi...

Page 7: ...8 Front defroster 403 Maximum cooling MAX COOL 404 Residual engine heat REST 405 Temperature 400 Cockpit 28 Cold tire inflation pressure 470 Collapsible wheel chock 492 COMAND Address book 174 Audio C...

Page 8: ...sages in the multifunction display 504 Resume function 369 Sensor cover 486 Speed settings 368 Stopping 367 Warning and indicator lamps 362 DISTRONIC Plus lever 365 Doors Locking unlocking KEYLESS GO...

Page 9: ...1 Trunk lid emergency release 306 Trunk lid unlocking 561 Emergency Tensioning Device see ETD Emission control 480 Information label 590 System warranties 20 Engine Brake in recommendations 440 Cleani...

Page 10: ...onsumption statistics 241 Fuel filler flap and cap 441 Fuel tank reserve warning lamp 556 Premium unleaded gasoline 441 606 608 Refueling 441 Requirements 608 Fuel filler flap 441 Fuel gauge 356 Fuels...

Page 11: ...565 High performance brake system 478 Hill start assist system 359 Hood 443 Messages in the multifunction display 530 Horn 29 Hydroplaning 479 I Identification labels 589 Identification number vehicl...

Page 12: ...t 471 L Labels Certification 589 Emission control information 590 Lamps exterior Exterior lamp switch 325 Front 566 Messages in the multifunction display 540 Rear 566 Switching on off 325 Lamps indica...

Page 13: ...rear view mirrors 320 Interior rear view mirror 320 Memory function 323 MON Motor Octane Number 608 Motor Octane Number see MON MP3 199 Multifunction display 238 Text messages 496 Vehicle status messa...

Page 14: ...and air bags 45 Children in the vehicle 62 Child seat anchors LATCH type 66 Fastening the seat belts 57 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 51 559 Infant and child restraint systems 63 O...

Page 15: ...window Blocking operation 67 Synchronizing 336 Practical hints 492 PRE SAFE 59 Messages in the multifunction display 496 PRE SAFE Brake 76 Problems While driving 342 With vehicle 23 Product informatio...

Page 16: ...g 490 Fastening 57 Height adjustment 57 Proper use of 55 Safety guidelines 47 Safety notes 55 Telltale 31 552 Warning lamp 552 Seating capacity 453 Seats 309 Adjusting 310 Heating 317 Memory function...

Page 17: ...ring column see Multifunction steering wheel Adjusting Steering wheel see Multifunction steering wheel Steering wheel gearshift control 352 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 432 Storage compartments 32...

Page 18: ...illar 452 Tire labeling 462 Tire load rating 472 Tire ply composition and material used 472 Tires 450 594 Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System Advanced TPMS 459 Advanced TPMS low tire pressure tel...

Page 19: ...Tire Quality Grading Standards 468 472 Units Settings Speedometer 253 Unleaded gasoline premium 608 Unlocking the vehicle 297 298 Manually 561 Upholstery cleaning 490 Useful features 419 V Valet lock...

Page 20: ...448 Wiping 333 Washing the vehicle 483 Wear pattern tires 472 Wheel Changing 571 Removing 574 Spare 571 Tightening torque 575 Wheels sizes 594 Wheels Tires and 450 Window curtain air bags 50 Windows...

Page 21: ...follow the instructions and warnings contained in this Operator s Manual Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others Vehicle damage caused by failure to fo...

Page 22: ...er of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs 1 the same substantial defect or malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death...

Page 23: ...Mercedes please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator If you bought this vehicle used be sure to send in the Notice of Purchase of Used Car found in the Serv...

Page 24: ...vibration or ride disturbance or you suspect that damage to your vehicle has occurred you should turn on your hazard warning flashers carefully slow down and drive with caution to an area which is a s...

Page 25: ...itle 49 Code of U S Federal Regulations Part 575 pursuant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 Reporting safety defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which coul...

Page 26: ...collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety Daimler may access the information and share it with others Rfor safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes Rwith the consent of the vehicle own...

Page 27: ...Cockpit 28 Instrument cluster 30 Storage compartments 32 Control systems 34 Center console 37 Overhead control panel 38 Driver s door control panel 39 Rear door control panel 40 Rear passenger compart...

Page 28: ...Exterior view 26 Exterior view At a glance...

Page 29: ...1 Fuel requirements 608 5 Doors Locking and unlocking 297 Opening 300 Locking and unlocking manually 561 562 Function Page 6 Exterior rear view mirrors 320 Parking position 322 Power folding 321 7 Tow...

Page 30: ...Cockpit 28 Cockpit At a glance...

Page 31: ...itch 74 Parktronic Park Assist deactivation switch 379 383 Swivel COMAND display 85 COMAND display illumination 84 Instrument cluster display illumination 355 9 COMAND display 84 a Overhead control pa...

Page 32: ...Instrument cluster 30 Instrument cluster At a glance...

Page 33: ...49 Seat belt telltale 552 H Combination low tire pressure TPMS malfunction telltale USA only 558 H Low tire pressure telltale Canada only 558 L Left turn signal indicator lamp K Right turn signal indi...

Page 34: ...Storage compartments 32 Storage compartments At a glance...

Page 35: ...t c Document holder in sun visor 420 d Ashtray 422 Cigarette lighter e Eyeglasses compartment in overhead control panel 416 f Parcel net in front passenger footwell 415 g Front passenger seat storage...

Page 36: ...Control systems 34 Control systems At a glance...

Page 37: ...hold button or within Audio to select previous or next station in station list or wave band within Telephone menu to start the quick search in the phone book to confirm selection or messages 3 Multif...

Page 38: ...tic transmission shift program 350 AIRMATIC suspension tuning 373 ABC suspension tuning 374 f Shortcut button for CD DVD 206 Radio 189 g Back button 90 h Hazard warning flasher switch 328 j Seat menu...

Page 39: ...ide 403 6 Front defroster 403 7 Air recirculation 404 8 Climate control on off 398 9 Residual engine heat and ventilation REST 405 a Rear window defroster 406 b Manual fan speed adjustment passenger s...

Page 40: ...t sliding sunroof switch or panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel switch 406 409 6 Tele Aid emergency call system button 425 7 Interior lighting control 330 8 Opening closing rear roller sunblin...

Page 41: ...ction for storing seat exterior mirror and steering wheel settings 323 Selector button for front passenger seat 311 5 Seat heating 317 Seat ventilation 317 6 Exterior rear view mirror adjustment 320 P...

Page 42: ...Seat adjustment switch 310 4 Inside door handle 5 Switch for extending retracting rear window sunshade 421 6 Button for extending retracting panorama roof sunblind 409 7 Switches for opening closing...

Page 43: ...ent Function Page 1 Cupholder under the rear center storage compartment 420 2 Cupholder in the rear center armrest 420 3 Control panel for rear multicontour seats 317 4 Armrest with integrated storage...

Page 44: ...42...

Page 45: ...43 Vehicle equipment 44 Occupant safety 44 Panic alarm 68 Driving safety systems 69 Anti theft systems 79 Safety and security...

Page 46: ...reventive occupant safety PRE SAFE RAir bag system components with Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp Front passenger seat with Occupant Classification System OCS Although the systems ar...

Page 47: ...e SRS creates a risk of rendering the SRS inoperative or causing unintended air bag deployment Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians Contact an authorized Mercedes...

Page 48: ...m Placing hands and arms inside the rim can increase the risk and potential severity of hand arm injury when the driver front air bag inflates RAdjust the front passenger seat as far as possible rearw...

Page 49: ...ir bag deployment thresholds air bags will not deploy The driver and passengers will then be protected to the extent possible by a properly fastened seat belt A properly fastened seat belt is also nee...

Page 50: ...h them RNever place your feet on the instrument panel dashboard or on the seat Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat RIn addition improper repair work on the SRS creates a risk of re...

Page 51: ...ir bag 2 The air bags will not deploy in impacts which do not exceed the system s preset deployment thresholds You will then be protected by the fastened seat belts The front air bags will not deploy...

Page 52: ...ndow curtain air bag When deployed window curtain air bags 1 are designed to provide increased protection for the head but not the chest or arms of the occupants on the side of the vehicle on which th...

Page 53: ...he front passenger seat occupant as weighting as much as or less than a typical 12 month old child in a standard child restraint or if the front passenger seat is classified as being empty When the OC...

Page 54: ...ould always sit as upright as possible wear the seat belt properly and use an appropriately sized infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child Ch...

Page 55: ...12 month old child seated in a standard child restraint both instances where the system suppresses deployment of the front passenger front air bag even though the impact met the criteria and was of su...

Page 56: ...rtKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 or pressing the KEYLESS GO start stop button once or twice the 59 indicator lamp illuminates If an adult occupant is properly sitting on the front passen...

Page 57: ...Warning Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous You could slide under the seat belt in a collision If you slide under it the...

Page 58: ...this purpose you can adjust the height of the seat belt outlet depending on vehicle production date RPosition the lap belt as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen If the lap belt i...

Page 59: ...ous or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint 1 Seat belt outlet 2 La...

Page 60: ...sengers to fasten your seat belts If the driver s seat belt is not fastened when the engine is started an additional warning chime will also sound for a maximum of 6 seconds or until the driver s seat...

Page 61: ...e seat belts on occupants during a crash i The ETDs do not correct an incorrect seat position or incorrectly worn seat belts The ETDs do not pull occupants back toward the seat backrest G Warning Pyro...

Page 62: ...lightly Once the hazardous situation is over without an accident occurring PRE SAFE loosens the seat belt pre tension and decreases the air pressure in the air pockets of the multicontour and or drive...

Page 63: ...Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level This will reduce the potential for injury to th...

Page 64: ...bag in steering wheel 1 as possible while still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls RAdjust seat 3 to a comfortable seating position that still allows you to reach the accelerator brake pe...

Page 65: ...y positioned cargo increases a child s risk of injury in the event of Rstrong braking maneuvers Rsudden changes of direction Ran accident For more information on loading please refer to the Loading an...

Page 66: ...eat belt and top tether strap or lower anchors and top tether strap fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer s instructions Occupants especially children should always sit as upright as po...

Page 67: ...could be crushed between the occupant and seat belt A child s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and or the c...

Page 68: ...rear power seats Never adjust the rear seat position after installing the child restraint Adjusting the rear seat position after installing the child restraint could damage the child restraint and or...

Page 69: ...th rear power seats Never adjust the rear seat position after installing the child restraint Adjusting the rear seat position after installing the child restraint could damage the child restraint and...

Page 70: ...nterference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment i Canada only This...

Page 71: ...er can prevent accidents The capabilities of a vehicle equipped with the driving safety systems described in this section must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardi...

Page 72: ...t System BAS operates in emergency situations If you apply the brakes very quickly the BAS automatically provides full brake boost thereby potentially reducing the braking distance X Apply continuous...

Page 73: ...aking situation BAS Plus automatically regulates the brake power boost to a level that is suitable for the traffic situation If BAS Plus requires a particularly high brake power boost PRE SAFE is acti...

Page 74: ...vals while you are braking hard at a speed of more than 30 mph 50 km h or when you are braking with the aid of BAS or BAS Plus This helps to alert drivers behind you If you bring the car to a complete...

Page 75: ...the vehicle to skid The ESP cannot prevent accidents resulting from excessive speed Vehicles with 4MATIC Only conduct operational or performance tests on a two axle dynamometer If such tests are neces...

Page 76: ...be switched off during normal driving other than in the circumstances described below Disabling the system will reduce vehicle stability in driving maneuvers Do not switch off the ESP when a spare wh...

Page 77: ...g Rno restriction to engine torque Rloss of system supported traction control ESP OFF is designed for driving on closed tracks when the vehicle s natural oversteer and understeer characteristics are d...

Page 78: ...to assist the driver during vehicle operation The responsibility for the vehicle speed and the distance to the vehicle ahead including most importantly brake operation to assure safe stopping distanc...

Page 79: ...ed an object Detection can be impeded by Rdirty or covered sensors Rsnowfall or heavy rain Rdisturbance from other radar sources Rstrong radar reflection such as in parking garages PRE SAFE uses radar...

Page 80: ...interceded with your own braking inputs to avoid a potentially dangerous situation Do not wait for the operation of the warning signal to intercede with your own braking as that will result in potent...

Page 81: ...event that the engine cannot be started yet the vehicle s battery is charged the system is not operational Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call 1 800 FOR MERCedes in the USA or 1 800 387...

Page 82: ...the SmartKey or with KEYLESS GO The turn signal lamps flash once to indicate that the alarm system is disarmed i The vehicle will lock and the alarm system will rearm automatically again after approx...

Page 83: ...9 COMAND navigation system last destinations 154 COMAND telephone 155 COMAND FM AM radio 188 COMAND satellite radio 193 COMAND audio CD audio DVD MP3 199 COMAND AUX 210 COMAND video DVD 213 COMAND veh...

Page 84: ...rk on electronic components carried out by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center G Warning In order to avoid distraction which could lead to an accident the driver should enter system settings while the...

Page 85: ...ce During a telephone call you cannot switch off COMAND COMAND components In your vehicle COMAND can be used to operate Raudio functions Rthe navigation system Rthe telephone and communication functio...

Page 86: ...ve i The layout of the menus may vary depending on your vehicle s equipment This manual shows the menus for a fully equipped vehicle Instrument cluster multifunction display This section describes fea...

Page 87: ...ct accept connect and end calls Y page 155 RSelect preset radio stations and enter the frequency manually Y page 191 RSelect preset satellite radio stations and enter the channel number Y page 197 RSe...

Page 88: ...riefly RConfirming the selection of a menu item or list entry RExiting full screen image with Navi X Press and hold until the selected action has been carried out RSaving a station RAccepting a destin...

Page 89: ...ND Menu overview The table below shows the structure of the main functions and their main menus Each main function has a main menu Each menu item in the main menu in turn has several submenu items Com...

Page 90: ...Interior Ambient Light Y page 224 Commands menus RRear Window Sunshade Y page 225 RTrunk Opening height Restriction Y page 226 Calling up the main menu Example illustration Audio main menu You can cal...

Page 91: ...try as soon as it can be clearly identified In this case you do not need to switch to the list Deleting individual characters X Select and press repeatedly in the bottom line Deleting entire words or...

Page 92: ...X Switching to the main menu Press and hold back button L You will hear a signal and COMAND switches to the main menu of the currently active operating mode Example of how to use COMAND In the descri...

Page 93: ...in menu appears X Selecting FM AM Radio Slide qm or rotate ymz X Confirming selection Press n The FM AM Radio menu appears X Selecting Radio Slide mr and rotate ymz X Confirming selection Press n The...

Page 94: ...tton F during an announcement X Switching off navigation messages Press and hold F during an announcement until the announcement is switched off You will see the message The driving instructions have...

Page 95: ...lected 2 Current setting X Changing setting Slide qmr or rotate ymz until desired treble or bass setting is reached X Exiting menu Press n L or slide omp The setting is saved Adjusting balance or fade...

Page 96: ...channel stereo sound material into multi channel surround sound With the help of LOGIC7 surround information stored during the original recording are read out and distributed through the 13 channels...

Page 97: ...n temporary sound distortion RWith some stereo recordings the resulting sound may deviate from conventional stereo playback Switching off on the audio source i When you insert an audio CD or audio DVD...

Page 98: ...fic guidance RCalculation of estimated arrival time X Select Vehicle System Settings Time Time X Selecting hour or minute s Slide omp X Setting value Rotate ymz or slide qmr X Saving setting Press n i...

Page 99: ...Date X Selecting month day or year Slide omp X Setting value Rotate ymz or slide qmr X Saving setting Press n Setting the time date format X Select Vehicle System Settings Time Format The format list...

Page 100: ...saved automatically Canceling during the first or second part of individualization X Select Cancel A prompt appears asking whether you really do want to cancel X Select Yes or No If you select Yes ind...

Page 101: ...X Select Vehicle System Settings Reset A prompt appears asking whether you really want to reset X Select Yes or No If you select Yes another prompt will appear asking whether you really want to reset...

Page 102: ...edes Benz Center Updating the map software You can update the map software yourself using a DVD Notes about handling DVDs ROnly hold discs by the edge RHandle discs carefully to prevent read problems...

Page 103: ...the following when the vehicle is stationary RInserting a disc REjecting a disc There is a risk of accident by being distracted from road and traffic conditions if you load a CD DVD while the vehicle...

Page 104: ...lect Yes the map data is updated Map data is already installed You will see a message that the map data is already installed and a prompt will appear asking you whether you want to continue with the u...

Page 105: ...essage that the update is not possible X Confirming message Press n COMAND ejects the DVD X Take DVD out of slot X Load a DVD which is compatible with the vehicle s navigation system Map software is n...

Page 106: ...o another Route guidance may be restricted as follows during vehicle positioning RNavigation announcements route guidance displays and displayed street names are not consistent with the actual locatio...

Page 107: ...de are identical to those set in the instrument cluster Y page 253 Input restrictions The input restrictions are imposed starting at a particular vehicle speed The restrictions are canceled as soon as...

Page 108: ...map on the destination position Repeating the current navigation announcement Selecting Ra destination Rstopover Rsave destination Rcancel route guidance Calling up the map display and switching to na...

Page 109: ...p scale with the menu system hidden full screen map display X Rotate ymz until the desired map scale is set 1 Currently set map scale as number 2 Scale 3 Currently set map scale as a needle on the sca...

Page 110: ...list Y page 155 Hiding the cross hair X Press back button L in the center console Y page 90 The cross hair disappears and the map is centered on the vehicle position or X Set the map to the vehicle o...

Page 111: ...ending on the map scale on the map POI symbols may not be visible on the map although their display is activated In addition POI symbols may be covered by the map s labels The following settings are p...

Page 112: ...tion for displays 1 2 and 3 to be shown Height display 1 is an approximation because the navigation system uses the GPS signals for the calculation Display options with geocoordinate display switched...

Page 113: ...r off A checkmark indicates that the mode is switched on It is possible to switch on more than one mode X Exiting menu Slide omp or press back button L in the center console Y page 90 COMAND will veri...

Page 114: ...can enter either a house number or an intersection A zip code entry replaces the city entry Calling up the address input menu X Select Navi Destination Address Entry The address input menu appears It...

Page 115: ...ND automatically supplements characters 2 entered by the user with other likely input characters 3 X Selecting characters Slide omp or rotate ymz X Confirming character selection Press n X Deleting in...

Page 116: ...ng menu items are now available RMap Entering a destination from the map Y page 130 RState Prov Reenter state USA or province Canada RCity Entering a city Y page 116 RStreet Entering a street Y page 1...

Page 117: ...ctable numbers 8 List of zip codes i In the list of input characters 4 you can only select numbers which can be currently entered Which characters are included depends on the sequence in which you hav...

Page 118: ...and zip code i The street and if necessary the house number will then appear as soon as COMAND can attribute the zip code to an appropriate address Which of the following menu items are now available...

Page 119: ...aracters 6 Currently selectable character 7 List of cities 8 Currently selected character i In the list of input characters 4 you can only select currently selectable characters Which characters are i...

Page 120: ...ng selection Select Back and press n or X Press back button L in the center console Y page 90 X Confirming selection Press n Cities with symbol 1 mean that there is more than one in the selected state...

Page 121: ...hether or not the input characters appear depends on how many streets are available for the selected city Street list with input characters When this list appears the input characters 6 are automatica...

Page 122: ...n options X Selecting a street Slide qmr or rotate ymz or X Enter a street number with the telephone keypad using the R 9 buttons Y page 85 i Example Pressing button 2 jumps to the 2nd Avenue X Cancel...

Page 123: ...attribute to an address You can only enter those centers which are saved on the digital map Depending on the previous entry centers are available either for the city entered or the zip code area enter...

Page 124: ...he current entry or make another selection During character entry you can also manually switch to the list of centers without input characters at any time X Switching manually to the list of centers w...

Page 125: ...cted number X Selecting numbers Slide omp or rotate ymz X Confirming number selection Press n or X Entering a number with the telephone keypad using the R 9 buttons Y page 85 X Deleting individual num...

Page 126: ...the user 2 Numbers automatically added by the system 3 Top list entry based on the input data up to that point 4 Input characters 5 Currently non selectable numbers 6 Currently selected number 7 Curr...

Page 127: ...on L in the center console Y page 90 X Confirming selection Press n After the confirmation the address input menu appears again It shows the house number street city and state USA or province Canada W...

Page 128: ...s described below the top list entry 1 always shows the intersection which best corresponds to the input data as it has been entered up to that point At the same time COMAND automatically supplements...

Page 129: ...not available cannot be selected RMap Using the map to enter a destination Y page 130 i In this case using the map for destination entry is based on the city seen in the address input menu RPOI Enter...

Page 130: ...he digital map Y page 100 Entering a destination from the destination memory X Select Navi Destination From Memory The destination memory list appears either with or without the input characters Y pag...

Page 131: ...he entire entry is deleted X Canceling an entry Select Back in the bottom line and press n or X Press back button L in the center console Y page 90 As soon as COMAND can clearly attribute the characte...

Page 132: ...t menu or X Select Navi Destination Via Map You will see the map with a cross hair 1 Cross hair 2 Details of the cross hair position 3 Map scale i Display 2 may be the name of a road for example provi...

Page 133: ...le s route If there are no destinations available there COMAND searches for destinations in an area around the vehicle position If COMAND does not find any destinations you will see a message to this...

Page 134: ...er If a stopover has already been entered you can delete it X Select Navi Destination Stopover Delete Stopover COMAND deletes the stopover and calculates the route to the main destination COMAND navig...

Page 135: ...province Canada you will see a corresponding message Closing message Select OK You can again select a state province If there are POIs you will see the category list again X Proceed as described in th...

Page 136: ...lected as described below the top list entry 1 always shows the category which best corresponds to the input data as it has been entered up to that point At the same time COMAND automatically suppleme...

Page 137: ...TAURANT main category with available subcategories 4 1 Main category 2 To show all POIs for all subcategories under category 1 3 Symbol for available POIs 4 Subcategory X Selecting a subcategory Slide...

Page 138: ...Y page 90 X Starting route calculation Select Start see also Y page 127 Entering name of POI X Select Options Spell The POI list appears with input characters the input characters are automatically ac...

Page 139: ...ers Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection You can also manually switch to the POI list without input characters at any time X Switching manually to the POI list without inpu...

Page 140: ...on whether POIs are available and which map scale is set The scale at which the symbols are displayed on the map varies according to the symbol You can set which symbols COMAND should display Y page...

Page 141: ...information Examples of displays and announcements for a driving maneuver Driving maneuvers have three phases RPreparation phase RAnnouncement phase RManeuver phase Preparation phase COMAND prepares y...

Page 142: ...of travel shown in both the left and right displays 8 Street on which you are currently driving if included on the digital map 9 Destination i The filled in section of distance graphic 3 gets shorter...

Page 143: ...the map 2 Destination flag Partially digitized areas i The digital map may contain areas that are only partially digitized although they are within a digitized region G Warning Due to incomplete digit...

Page 144: ...urn by turn guidance cannot be provided During route guidance the display is divided On the right hand side you will see the direction arrow showing the compass heading to the destination On the left...

Page 145: ...s heading to the destination guide you You will also see the Direction to destination display Route guidance from an off road location to a destination If there is no road available on map at current...

Page 146: ...nts are in English You will find how to set the system language on Y page 98 Navigation announcements are muted during telephone calls You can however call up a current announcement at any time You ca...

Page 147: ...le position the triangle indicates the vehicle s direction of travel 3 Information about the highlighted route section i Information 3 about the marked route section shows the street name and the leng...

Page 148: ...9 REstimated remaining travel time 8 Displaying route information X Select Route Route Info in map view with the menu system displayed Y page 107 The route information appears 1 Highlighted portion of...

Page 149: ...he COMAND display Events displayed are those within receivable range of the vehicle s location i Actual road and traffic conditions may be different from the received messages Real time traffic notifi...

Page 150: ...are present you will see a display to this effect List for inactive route guidance When route guidance is inactive the list displays all streets for which messages are present 1 Affected street list...

Page 151: ...e following 1 Traffic jam symbol 2 Stop and go traffic symbol 3 Warning message symbol 4 Blocked section symbol X Scroll through the contents or to the next message Turn ymz or slide qmr COMAND naviga...

Page 152: ...eld with input mark cursor 2 Input characters X Entering data Proceed as described in the Changing the data field operating step in the Creating a new address book entry section Y page 175 Assigning a...

Page 153: ...sking whether you want to delete the destination X Select Yes or No If you select Yes COMAND deletes the destination i If the navigable address data of the destination to be deleted has also been assi...

Page 154: ...t of input characters Rotate ymz or slide qm repeatedly until the list entry My Address is highlighted X Press n Further operation depends on whether you want to enter the address manually or use an a...

Page 155: ...n the digital map you must now either Rselect a state USA or province Canada Ror enter a city Ror enter a street Ror enter a house number X Selecting a state USA or province Canada Select desired stat...

Page 156: ...input characters Rotate ymz or slide qm repeatedly until the list entry My Address is highlighted X Press n If your own address has already been assigned you will see the menu for starting route guida...

Page 157: ...destination The address of the destination appears X Select Delete X Select Yes or No COMAND telephone Safety notes G Warning Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a cellular telephone wh...

Page 158: ...perate the equipment Calls disconnected while the vehicle is in motion A call may be disconnected if Rthere is insufficient network coverage Ryou move from one transmitter receiver area cell into anot...

Page 159: ...s not yet logged into the network The telephone automatically tries to log into a network If no network is available you will also not be able to make a 911 emergency call If you attempt to make an ou...

Page 160: ...d clear numbers and special characters RReject accept connect and end calls X Entering characters Select Telephone X Fold up cover 2 X Enter characters using the A buttons i You can enter the characte...

Page 161: ...tering the number using the telephone keypad X Enter digits 9 1 1 Y page 158 X Press s Confirming the emergency call After the digits have been entered you will see the question Do you want to dial th...

Page 162: ...ter the PUK PUK2 to unlock it The PUK and or PUK2 are provided by your telephone service provider X Enter PUK PUK2 digits into mobile phone Entering the unlock code Many mobile phones can be protected...

Page 163: ...ct Telephone or X Press s on the telephone keypad Y page 158 i If you press s when the main telephone menu has already been called up the Calls Dialed list will appear Y page 162 1 Numbers characters...

Page 164: ...alls received RCalls dialed Calling up a list X Select Call Lists from main telephone menu X Select Calls Received or Calls Dialed The corresponding list appears i The Calls Received and Calls Dialed...

Page 165: ...omp and select Options Details The detailed view appears X Closing detailed view Slide qmr or omp or press n Saving a list entry in the address book i List entries that show a telephone number are nei...

Page 166: ...try section Y page 176 X Press n when you have finished searching COMAND saves the data if there are fewer than four numbers assigned to the entry you are searching for in the selected number category...

Page 167: ...ovider and the mobile phone support this function see mobile phone operating instructions While the call is connecting you can also send character strings Y page 167 Entering the telephone number usin...

Page 168: ...161 X Entering number of a speed dial preset Select all the digits in sequence Deleting individual digits Select and briefly press n Deleting entire number Select and press n until the number is dele...

Page 169: ...ching the hands free microphone on or off X Switching screen to telephone mode Call up main telephone menu Y page 161 X Switching off microphone Select Mic OFF and press n or X Press F shortcut button...

Page 170: ...luetooth headset to be authorized Y page 184 The call transfer is controlled by pressing the PTT button on the Bluetooth headset see headset operating instructions Normally it is sufficient to press t...

Page 171: ...phone Name The COMAND phone book appears Example illustration Phone book with name display and smart speller activated 1 Category symbol 2 Upper entry from address book without category symbol 3 Symbo...

Page 172: ...w entry in the address book Y page 171 RDeleting an entry Y page 172 RSaving a phone book entry from mobile phone in the address book Y page 173 RAdding a telephone number to an address book entry Y p...

Page 173: ...ntil the desired subentry is highlighted Displaying details of an entry COMAND can also show a shortened entry in its entirety For entries featuring subentries the detailed view is only available for...

Page 174: ...urning input characters to normal characters Select the desired language X Moving cursor in the data field Select Y or Z X Deleting individual characters Select and briefly press n The character to th...

Page 175: ...Land Line X Confirming selection Select Save The input menu appears with the data fields The data field for the telephone number is filled in automatically The data field for the last name is also fi...

Page 176: ...her one of the existing numbers should be overwritten Select Yes or No If you select Yes a selection list will appear containing the four existing numbers Select number to be overwritten The input men...

Page 177: ...Telephone Data Connections Address Book The main address book display appears i For phone book entries in the mobile phone that contain a name and a telephone number you will see the name and the numb...

Page 178: ...cters one by one from the input characters X Toggling upper and lower case for the input characters Select or X Changing language for the input characters Select X Select desired language X Changing c...

Page 179: ...ain a voice entry Y page 182 Entries with the symbol contain complete navigable address data from the navigation system that correspond to digital map data It is possible to quickly start route guidan...

Page 180: ...ew for private data 1 To go back to the previous menu 2 To switch between work and home data symbol or 3 Selected data field 4 Display of set data type in example display home data is set symbol and H...

Page 181: ...as more than one telephone number you will see all telephone numbers with the respective category symbol 2 in the detailed view i The options available under Options menu item 4 depend on which data f...

Page 182: ...and highlight the telephone number data field Y page 178 X Select Options Add Number X Select a number category e g Home X Select a telephone category e g Land Line X Select Save COMAND adds the data...

Page 183: ...is incomplete or does not match digital map i For the route calculation the navigation system requires the correct spellings of the state province the city or zip code the street and under some circum...

Page 184: ...hrough the dialogs Deleting a voice entry X Search for the address book entry with a voice entry Y page 176 X Select Options Voice Name Delete A deletion prompt appears X Select Yes or No COMAND delet...

Page 185: ...ry Otherwise you will see a prompt asking whether one of the existing numbers should be overwritten X Select Yes or No If you select Yes a selection list will appear containing the four existing numbe...

Page 186: ...e Bluetooth device It is possible to establish a Bluetooth connection between COMAND and the following types of device RMobile phone only for transferring business cards RHeadset RLaptop PDA You can c...

Page 187: ...page 184 X Select unauthorized device X Select Authorize The input menu for the passkey appears i The passkey is any one to sixteen digit number which you can set yourself You must enter the same numb...

Page 188: ...X Select Telephone The main telephone menu appears 1 Symbol for unread messages in the SMS inbox i The symbol only appears for those messages which are received while the mobile phone is inserted in t...

Page 189: ...Select Save The input menu appears with the data fields The data field for the telephone number is filled in automatically 1 Data field 2 Input mark cursor 3 Input characters X Proceed as described in...

Page 190: ...ed as described in the Selecting a number category paragraph in the Saving SMS sender as new COMAND address book entry section Y page 187 Adding an SMS sender s telephone number to an existing address...

Page 191: ...adio mode You will hear the station channel last tuned in in the previously selected wave band provided that the station channel can be received i The number of times you have to press the M shortcut...

Page 192: ...et position in the station preset memory X Select a station by rotating ymz or sliding qmr and press n Selecting stations channels using the search function X Slide omp or rotate ymz when the main are...

Page 193: ...requency entered Selecting channels using the channel list i This function is only available for Weather Band X Select Audio Audio FM AM Radio WB Channel or X Press n when the main area is selected Th...

Page 194: ...example 9 then the stations saved in preset positions 1 9 will be over written Option 1 X Press n when the main area is selected X Select Autostore Option 2 X Select Audio Audio FM AM Radio FM or AM X...

Page 195: ...he COMAND when road and traffic conditions permit you to do so Otherwise you could be involved in an accident in which you or others could be injured Submenu overview i The components and operating pr...

Page 196: ...situations the satellite radio s main menu shows the Acquiring signal screen At this point the radio s functions are restricted Switching to satellite radio X Select Audio Audio Sat Radio or X Press...

Page 197: ...tegory 7 Artist and song title 8 Other channel information 9 Preset options a Satellite radio options i Main area 1 can show all channels included in your subscription Which channels are shown depends...

Page 198: ...s selected Depending on the direction in which the controller is being pressed or rotated the system searches upward or downward and stops at the next receivable channel i Which channels are found by...

Page 199: ...ds on whether the selected channel number is valid or if the channel is included in your subscription Channel number is valid and channel is included in subscription COMAND tunes in the channel entere...

Page 200: ...cannot be selected You will see a screen that may contain the following information RSelected program category RSelected channel RArtist of the track currently being played RName of current track i Th...

Page 201: ...ionary RInserting a disc REjecting a disc There is a risk of accident by being distracted from road and traffic conditions if you load a CD DVD while the vehicle is in motion Bear in mind that at a sp...

Page 202: ...ppermost directory on storage medium the root directory will also be treated as a folder COMAND will then show the name of the root directory as the folder name You must observe the following when ass...

Page 203: ...n playback commercially available prerecorded audio DVDs that bear the following label You will usually find the label on the DVD booklet the inlay or the DVD itself i Audio DVDs differ from recordabl...

Page 204: ...ime to time with a commercially available cleaning cloth Do not wipe them with a circular motion but only in straight lines from the center outwards ROnly use a pen designed for such a purpose to labe...

Page 205: ...s until all trays are loaded The DVD changer will play the last disc you have loaded if Rit has been loaded correctly Rit is a permissible type of disc Ejecting CDs and DVDs G Observe Safety notes see...

Page 206: ...en not in use since extreme temperatures could damage these devices 1 Eject button 2 Slot for PCMCIA card X Inserting Insert PCMCIA card into slot 2 The side with the contact must point towards the sl...

Page 207: ...l Track Sequence Pausing playback Showing track list audio CD mode and audio DVD mode Selecting folder Selecting medium Treble Random Tracks Stopping playback Displaying alphabetical track listing MP3...

Page 208: ...in audio CD mode 1 Current playback option 2 Track number 3 Disc number 4 Disc name only if saved on the disc 5 Track name only if saved on the disc 6 Track time 7 Graphic time and track display 8 Sou...

Page 209: ...o CD audio DVD and MP3 mode X Pausing playback Press F briefly X Continuing playback Press F again briefly Only in audio DVD mode X Pausing playback Select Audio Audio DVD Audio Pause The Pause screen...

Page 210: ...o X Select CD DVD Audio or MP3 Selecting a track using the COMAND controller X Select Tracks Tracks A Z or Track list or X Only in MP3 mode Press n when the main area is selected The track list of the...

Page 211: ...and the corresponding folder is now the active folder Setting the audio format This function lets you choose the audio format that you would like COMAND to play and is only available in DVD Audio mode...

Page 212: ...DVD Audio or MP3 The option list appears A dot R indicates which option is switched on X Select an option and press n The option is switched on For all options except Normal Track Sequence you will s...

Page 213: ...at a device connected as an external audio source will sound quieter or louder in the vehicle or that the usual maximum volume cannot be achieved On certain devices the volume can be set separately In...

Page 214: ...ow the menu system if necessary Y page 215 X Select Video AUX AUX The menu appears X Select a setting Slide qmr or turn ymz X Press n X Changing settings Slide qmr or turn ymz until you reach the desi...

Page 215: ...ty means that there is no guarantee that the system will be able to play discs that you have written copied yourself Some DVDs may not comply with the NTSC or PAL TV playback standards Sound picture a...

Page 216: ...is possible that certain functions or actions may be temporarily or permanently unavailable If you try to utilize such functions or carry out such actions you will see the 7 symbol in the display Ins...

Page 217: ...deo DVD The number of times you have to press the shortcut button depends on the previously set mode Hiding showing the DVD control menu X Hiding the menu Slide qmr X Showing the menu Slide qmr or X W...

Page 218: ...Continue playback Select Play Play is continued from the point at which it was stopped X Stop playback Select Stop again while playback is stopped or X Select Stop twice in quick succession during pla...

Page 219: ...r or turn ymz until you reach the desired setting X Saving settings Press n Changing the picture format X Select Video Video Video DVD X Show the menu system if necessary Y page 215 X Select DVD V The...

Page 220: ...g to the beginning of a scene Select G i Depending on the DVD it is possible the menu items H and G either have no function or have no function in certain parts of the DVD menu Switching to the next h...

Page 221: ...he desired setting X Saving a setting Press n X Exiting the menu Slide omp Subtitles and camera angles i This function is not available for all DVDs The number of settings you can make is determined b...

Page 222: ...ction to set whether and how long you would like the exterior lighting to illuminate during darkness after exiting the vehicle and all doors closed The exterior lighting automatically goes out after t...

Page 223: ...ness when the vehicle is unlocked from the outside RParking lamps RTail lamps RLicense plate lamps RFront fog lamps RDoor entry lamps in the mirror RSide marker lamps The locator lighting switches off...

Page 224: ...omp or rotate ymz X Confirming selection Press n X Selecting Fold in automatically when locking or Lower mirror when reversing Rotate ymz X Confirming selection Press n X Slide omp to exit or X Selec...

Page 225: ...steering column and the driver s seat are moved G Warning You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel and driver s seat when the easy entry exit feature is act...

Page 226: ...f to 5 bright X Select Vehicle The main area is active X Selecting Interior Ambient Light menu Slide omp or rotate ymz X Confirming selection Press n X Adjusting brightness Slide omp or rotate ymz X C...

Page 227: ...current setting is indicated by a dot R X Selecting length of time Slide qmr or rotate ymz X Confirming selection Press n Extending or retracting rear window sunshade i The components and operating p...

Page 228: ...triction on off i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on Y page 82 Vehicles with trunk opening closing system You can select whether the trunk lid should open fully or only...

Page 229: ...ion Y page 228 RAir volume Y page 228 RSwitching off cooling Y page 229 RCentral climate control Mono Y page 230 RFootwell temperature Y page 230 RAir flow from air vents Y page 230 RRear climate cont...

Page 230: ...he symbol for air distribution changes The direction and size of the arrows represent the air distribution or X Switching back to automatic mode Rotate ymz and select AUTO X Exiting menu Press n back...

Page 231: ...the selected temperature The cooling function also dehumidifies the air in the vehicle interior thus preventing the windows from fogging up i Condensation may drip out from underneath the vehicle This...

Page 232: ...ront passenger side Roperate one of the buttons for the rear climate control system Adjusting footwell temperature i In automatic mode this setting optimizes the footwell temperature when outside temp...

Page 233: ...and the rocker switches on the control panel from the front Y page 395 Switching on rear climate control operation from the front X Select climate control settings Central climate control menu X Selec...

Page 234: ...ction Press n The climate control settings shows the climate control settings for the driver and front passenger Switching off rear climate control X Select climate control settings Central climate co...

Page 235: ...to make adjustments 1 Seat menu button X Press button O The main area is active X Switching to the bottom menu line Slide qmr Example illustration Drive dynamic multicontour seat X Selecting seat Sli...

Page 236: ...o support the spine you can individually adjust the seat backrest contour of the front seats by regulating the air pressure in the air chambers of the multicontour seat You can adjust the following ai...

Page 237: ...onfirming selection Press n Crosshair appears You can use them to make two settings Rvertical shift the point of greatest curvature upward or downward Rhorizontal adjust the degree of curvature X Slid...

Page 238: ...seat backrest side bolsters This function improves driving comfort and pleasure X Select seat Y page 233 X Selecting Driv Dyn Seat Slide omp or rotate ymz X Confirming selection Press n A scale appear...

Page 239: ...river when traffic and road conditions permit it to be done safely Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet approximately 14 m e...

Page 240: ...formation available in the multifunction display is arranged in menus and accompanying functions For example in the Settings menu you will find functions for making settings to your vehicle There are...

Page 241: ...t cluster control system 239 Settings functions as well as any malfunctions appear in the text field For more information on menus displayed in the multifunction display see Menus Y page 240 Control s...

Page 242: ...Instrument cluster control system 240 Menus Control systems...

Page 243: ...tance to empty Y page 242 RDigital Speedometer Y page 242 Standard display In the standard display the trip odometer and the main odometer appear in the multifunction display X Press or to select the...

Page 244: ...Press or to select the function you wish to reset X Press Example illustration Reset trip odometer X Press to select Yes X Press to confirm i The fuel consumption statistics reset automatically to 0 a...

Page 245: ...mple illustration 1 Distance to destination 2 Symbol for follow the course of the road 3 Distance to next driving maneuver 4 Street you are currently driving on Notification of driving maneuver Exampl...

Page 246: ...Audio menu operate the audio equipment which you have currently switched on The following functions are available RSelecting radio station Y page 244 ROperating DVD changer audio CD audio DVD MP3 Y pa...

Page 247: ...D with text the multifunction display shows the name and number of the track For MP3s only the track is shown Operating video DVD X Switch on the COMAND system and select Video Video Video DVD Y page...

Page 248: ...st the audio volume using buttons or X Starting Press button X Displaying intermediate time Press button while the timer is running The intermediate time is shown for 5 seconds X Stopping Press button...

Page 249: ...es and confirm with The saved laps are deleted Overall analysis This function is only available if you have saved at least one lap and have stopped the RACETIMER X Press button repeatedly until the ov...

Page 250: ...ttached antenna i e without being connected to an external antenna from inside the vehicle while the engine is running Doing so could lead to a malfunction of the vehicle s electronic system possibly...

Page 251: ...ng a call or rejecting an incoming call X Press button t Dialing a number from the phone book When your telephone is ready to receive calls you may select and dial a number from the phone book at any...

Page 252: ...s button s X Press button or to select the desired number and or name X Press button s or The control system dials the selected phone number Assistance menu In the Assistance menu you can change the s...

Page 253: ...function X Press X Press again if you would like to change the current status Service menu In the Service menu the following functions are available RCalling up messages Y page 251 RChecking tire inf...

Page 254: ...the messages If you turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 and then back to position 2 all messages will be deleted from the message memory Settings menu In the Settings menu the follow...

Page 255: ...s or km The additional speedometer Y page 253 will be shown in the other unit Switching the radar sensors on or off If your vehicle is equipped with DISTRONIC Plus BAS Plus or Park Assist it is equipp...

Page 256: ...d The following message appears in the multifunction display if the radar sensors are switched off and you attempt to activate DISTRONIC Plus Park Assist or PRE SAFE Brake Radar Sensors See Oper Manua...

Page 257: ...y manner This could distract you in an emergency situation and cause you to be involved in an accident General information The Voice Control System gives you the capability to control the following sy...

Page 258: ...y similar d or e Command types The Voice Control System commands can be categorized as RGeneral Commands These are commands always available to you as soon as the Voice Control System is activated for...

Page 259: ...command Cancel except for speaking voice entries entering a city or carrying out individualization or X Press any COMAND button Setting volume level X Activate the Voice Control System X Speak a comm...

Page 260: ...s for voice output by the Voice Control System u This symbol indicates that information is available on the COMAND display Voice Control navigation Important notes Safety notes for using the Voice Con...

Page 261: ...an option list of available functions and commands that can be used in conjunction with the navigation system Enter state Enter province Use the command Enter state or Enter province to select a diff...

Page 262: ...he navigation DVD i The selection appearing on the COMAND display is sorted based on your recognized voice input and a matching algorithm You can use the commands Continue or Back to scroll up or down...

Page 263: ...to save the current destination in the address book i The Voice Control System may recognize names even if not saved in your voice For best possible call up performance however you should speak and s...

Page 264: ...this command will deactivate the muting of the voice output Guidance instructions off Use the command Guidance instructions off to mute the system s guidance voice output Cancel route guidance Use th...

Page 265: ...og s Enter town t Please spell the name of the town s E A S T O N u The system displays a numbered list of available city names t Please select a line number s Number one t Number one town accepted Th...

Page 266: ...ers as a continuous string five to seven characters The system then displays a list of available street names on the COMAND display Select the desired street name from that list Sample dialog s Street...

Page 267: ...g a telephone unlock code RDialing a phone number by speaking the telephone number RStoring names and numbers in the COMAND address book RDialing a phone number by speaking the name of an COMAND addre...

Page 268: ...nd pause the Voice Control System repeats the recognized digits and waits until you continue speaking Sample dialog s Enter PIN t Please say the PIN s Zero zero one one t Zero zero one one s OK Dial n...

Page 269: ...five six seven t Five five six seven s Correction t One two three please continue s Four five six seven t Four five six seven s OK t Dialing Delete Using the command Delete will erase all digits ente...

Page 270: ...ix seven s OK t Please say the name s John Smith t Please repeat the name s John Smith t Do you want to save the number in a category s No t Name and number saved Dial name COMAND address book Use the...

Page 271: ...e book with a phone number stored and select an entry and dial that number Sample dialog s List phone book The system reads out the complete phone book entry by entry Selecting an entry and dialing th...

Page 272: ...ess book Available commands are dependent on the status of the address book The address book can be in one of the following status RAddress book not open RAddress book open Operation with address book...

Page 273: ...n Smith s Yes t The voice name is deleted Navigate to voice entry address book For information to Navigate to voice entry see Y page 261 List address book Use the command List address book to have the...

Page 274: ...ook Sample dialog s Select entry t Please say the name s John Smith u The entry John Smith appears on the COMAND display Spell entry Use the command Spell entry to open an address book entry by spelli...

Page 275: ...System the Voice Control System must be activated Y page 257 Selecting radio mode X Press X Speak the command Radio X Press X Speak one of the radio commands The system switches to the last tuned sta...

Page 276: ...elect station AM and FM only to select a saved station name from your station list Sample dialog s Select station t Please say the station name s Smooth Jazz The Voice Control System tunes to the corr...

Page 277: ...tion is read out once more t Do you want to delete Smooth Jazz s Yes t Station deleted The station is erased and the remaining station entries are read out or t No The system continues reading the sta...

Page 278: ...the CD DVD or MP3 CD DVD Medium 1 to CD DVD Medium 6 Use commands CD DVD Medium 1 to CD DVD Medium 6 to select one of up to six mediums in your DVD changer Next CD DVD Medium Use the command Next CD...

Page 279: ...ystem Which commands are available for use depends on the equipment level in your vehicle i Some functions can be operated using several different commands In the following list these commands are gro...

Page 280: ...ard Rnext page Rback Rgo back Rprevious page Rhelp radio Rhelp tuner Rradio help Rtuner help Rhelp telephone Rhelp phone Rhelp address book Rhelp CD Rhelp disc Rhelp CD player Rhelp CD changer Rhelp a...

Page 281: ...rd Rdial unlock code Rconfirm Rconfirm PIN Rconfirm number Rconfirm PIN number Rconfirm PIN code Rconfirm phone number Rconfirm telephone number Rconfirm password Rconfirm unlock code Rrepeat PIN Rrep...

Page 282: ...guidance Rguidance instructions on Rswitch guidance instruction on Rswitch guidance instructions on Rswitch route guidance instruction on Rswitch route guidance instructions on Rswitch on guidance in...

Page 283: ...name of town Rspell name of city Renter town Renter city Renter name of town Renter name of city Rdistrict Rcenter Rspell district Rspell center Renter district Renter center Rpoints of interest Rente...

Page 284: ...route guidance Rexit navigation Rexit nav Rexit routing Rexit destination guidance Rterminate route guidance Rterminate navigation Rterminate nav Rterminate routing Rterminate destination guidance Rn...

Page 285: ...ame Ropen voice name Rdelete name Rdelete Rlist destination memory Rread out destination memory Rplay destination memory Rget destination memory Rrecall destination memory R voice name R voice name ca...

Page 286: ...home Rcar phone home Rhome land line Rhome land line phone Rland line home Rland line phone home Rhome cell phone Rhome mobile Rcell home Rcell phone home Rmobile home Rmobile phone home Rcellular hom...

Page 287: ...Rradio on RAM RMW RFM Rweatherband Rnext station Rstation search Rgoing up Rother station Rradio seek Rstation voice entry Rgo to voice entry R voice entry Rdelete station Rsave station Rstore station...

Page 288: ...tz Rfrequency five hundred forty Rfrequency five hundred forty kilohertz Satellite radio Rsat radio Rsatellite radio CD RCD on RCD player on RCD changer on Rnext CD Rother CD Rnext medium Rother mediu...

Page 289: ...y Rprevious folder Rlast directory Rlast folder Rrepeat directory Rrepeat folder Rnext track Rother track Rprevious track Rlast track Rrepeat track Rreplay track Rtrack 1 39 Rload track 1 39 Rload tra...

Page 290: ...D Rreplay medium Rrepeat medium Rlast medium Rprevious medium Rnext directory Rother directory Rnext folder Rother folder Rprevious directory Rprevious folder Rlast directory Rlast folder Rrepeat dire...

Page 291: ...Voice Control System Help In a main menu help can be accessed at any time by saying the command Help The Voice Control System will then read out the available functions and commands of all systems In...

Page 292: ...7 letters at a time RSpeak each individual letter clearly What to do if Problem Possible cause consequence Suggested solution Voice Control System does not recognize a station list entry The voice en...

Page 293: ...voice entries both times in the same manner Voice Control System does not recognize commands You have not operated the system from the driver s seat X Operate the Voice Control System only by the driv...

Page 294: ...reate your address book entries select names with the greatest possible acoustic differences If for example you have the names Smith and Schmidt choose for example Smith work or Schmidt John X Speak t...

Page 295: ...recognition of other users Individualization consists of two stages RDigits RCommands You can activate individualization in the COMAND system settings Y page 97 A dialog and screen displays will guide...

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Page 297: ...function 323 Lighting 325 Wipers 331 Power windows 334 Driving and parking 338 Automatic transmission 345 Instrument cluster 355 Driving systems 356 Climate control system 395 Rear window defroster 40...

Page 298: ...er When unlocking the vehicle all turn signal lamps flash once an acoustic signal sounds once if equipped and feature activated the locking knobs in the doors move up and the anti theft alarm system i...

Page 299: ...vice may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Any unauthorized modification to this de...

Page 300: ...Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Important notes on using KEYLESS GO RYou can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO like a normal...

Page 301: ...ossibility 1 One SmartKey in the vehicle one SmartKey outside the vehicle If you leave the SmartKey behind when exiting and locking the vehicle no message appears in the multifunction display Possibil...

Page 302: ...range of the vehicle pressing button j or k will lock or unlock the vehicle accordingly Loss of the SmartKey If you lose your SmartKey or mechanical key you should do the following X Have the SmartKey...

Page 303: ...COMAND system Y page 222 Locking and unlocking from the inside G Observe Safety notes see page 62 You can lock or unlock the vehicle from inside using the central locking switches This can be useful f...

Page 304: ...Always make sure there is sufficient overhead clearance Opening the trunk from the outside 1 Handle X Press and hold button i on the SmartKey until the trunk unlocks and begins to open or X Pull on ha...

Page 305: ...revent possible personal injury always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk opening when closing the trunk lid Be especially careful when small children are around G Observe Safety notes see pag...

Page 306: ...ntact with an object while closing e g luggage that has been piled too high in the upper motion sequence the closing procedure is stopped and the trunk reopens slightly 1 Remote trunk opening closing...

Page 307: ...locking vehicle from outside In vehicles with trunk opening closing system and KEYLESS GO you can close the trunk and lock the vehicle simultaneously from the outside using the KEYLESS GO locking clo...

Page 308: ...minutes after closing the trunk The emergency release button does not open the trunk if the vehicle battery is discharged or disconnected Valet locking To deny any unauthorized person access to the tr...

Page 309: ...sist mechanism by tampering with the door or trunk lid latch G Warning Only drive with the doors closed Otherwise one or more of the doors could open while the vehicle is in motion putting you and or...

Page 310: ...button Rwithout the brake pedal depressed corresponds to the various starter switch positions Y page 307 Rwith the brake pedal firmly depressed will start the engine Y page 338 If you wish or should...

Page 311: ...d replaced if necessary If a lamp in the instrument cluster remains on after starting the engine or comes on while driving refer to Lamps in instrument cluster Y page 548 i If you now press the KEYLES...

Page 312: ...ition Thus we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible Regardless of seating position children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an ap...

Page 313: ...upported X Seat cushion depth Press the switch forward or backward in direction of arrow 4 until your legs are supported comfortably X Seat fore and aft Press the switch forward or backward in directi...

Page 314: ...djusting front passenger seat from driver s seat You can adjust the front passenger seat using the seat switches on the driver s side 1 Selector button for front passenger seat X Press button 1 When t...

Page 315: ...ws for easier entry into and exit from the vehicle When entering and exiting the vehicle the driver s seat is in its maximum rearward position and the steering wheel is in its uppermost position The e...

Page 316: ...es to the rear when you Rremove the SmartKey from the starter switch or Ropen the driver s door with the SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or the KEYLESS GO start stop button in position 1 i...

Page 317: ...their protective function cannot be ensured The back of the head will not be supported in the event of a collision That could cause serious or even fatal injuries Rear seat occupants can be seriously...

Page 318: ...ill move to an upright position X Press switch down in direction of arrow 3 The head restraint will fold down X Press the switch forward or backward in direction of arrow 2 or 4 The head restraint wil...

Page 319: ...n button 1 come on to show which heating level you have selected The seat heating switches from level 3 high to level 2 after approximately 5 minutes The seat heating switches from level 2 to level 1...

Page 320: ...Switching on Press rocker switch 2 forward X Switching off Pull rocker switch 2 backward Vigorous massage X Switching on Press rocker switch 3 forward X Switching off Pull rocker switch 3 backward Pos...

Page 321: ...ible Steering wheel adjustment 1 Adjusting steering wheel in or out 2 Adjusting steering wheel up or down X Adjusting steering wheel in or out Move stalk in direction of arrows 1 X Adjusting steering...

Page 322: ...ear view mirror X Adjust the interior rear view mirror manually Exterior rear view mirrors G Warning Exercise care when using the passenger side exterior rear view mirror The mirror surface is convex...

Page 323: ...The auto dimming function does not react if incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the interior rear view mirror The interior rear view mirror and the exterior rear view mirror on the driv...

Page 324: ...parking position so that the passenger side exterior rear view mirror will be turned downward to the stored position 1 Driver s side exterior rear view mirror button 2 Passenger side exterior rear vie...

Page 325: ...ver s side can store all of the following settings RSeat position RMulticontour seat previously saved setting RDrive dynamic multicontour seat activation deactivation RSteering wheel position RExterio...

Page 326: ...lumbar support will continue to be adjusted Storing exterior rear view mirror parking position For easier parking you can adjust the passenger side exterior rear view mirror so that you can see the ri...

Page 327: ...amps and instrument panel lamps B Low beam headlamps or high beam headlamps Front fog lamps Rear fog lamp i The exterior lamps go out automatically when you remove the SmartKey from the starter switch...

Page 328: ...s X Switching on Turn the exterior lamp switch to position With the SmartKey in starter switch position 1 or the KEYLESS GO start stop button pressed once the tail and parking lamps the license plate...

Page 329: ...d on with the exterior lamp switch in position To switch on the fog lamps turn the exterior lamp switch to position B first G Warning In low ambient lighting or foggy conditions only switch from posit...

Page 330: ...ding turn signal indicator lamp L or K in the instrument cluster flashes The combination switch resets automatically after major steering wheel movements i To signal minor directional changes such as...

Page 331: ...g on X Make sure the engine is running X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B or Y page 325 or X Activate the daytime running lamp mode Y page 326 X Switch on the left or right turn signal depe...

Page 332: ...ated in the overhead control panel 1 X Left front reading lamp on off 2 _ Rear interior lighting on off 3 Front interior lighting on off 4 Automatic control on off 5 X Right front reading lamp on off...

Page 333: ...ching on off rear reading lamps Press reading lamp switch X You can switch the lamps on off in succession as follows Rrear reading lamp 3 and rear interior lamp 1 on Ronly rear reading lamp 3 on Rrear...

Page 334: ...a suitable wiping interval depending on the wetness of the sensor surface automatically Do not leave windshield wipers on an intermittent setting when the vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash or...

Page 335: ...headlamp cleaning system Y page 448 For information on cleaning the headlamps with washer fluid see Headlamp cleaning system Y page 329 Problems with wipers If anything blocks the windshield wipers le...

Page 336: ...section in this chapter for details The closing of the door windows can be immediately halted by releasing the switch or if the switch was pulled past the resistance point and released by either pres...

Page 337: ...rcise caution X Immediately after the door window has stopped because it was blocked pull the respective switch upwards until the door window is fully closed If the door window is blocked again and op...

Page 338: ...y The SmartKey must be in close proximity to the driver s outside door handle X Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKey at the driver s outside door handle When roller sunblinds and or rear door window su...

Page 339: ...tside door handle and hold firmly The door windows and the tilt sliding sunroof or panorama roof will open for as long as the door handle is held but the door not opened With SmartKey The SmartKey mus...

Page 340: ...arpets in the footwell make sure the pedals still have sufficient clearance During sudden driving or braking maneuvers the objects could get caught between the pedals You could then no longer brake or...

Page 341: ...ehicle as they could otherwise accidentally start the engine When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with acc...

Page 342: ...does not start You cannot hear the starter The battery may not be sufficiently charged X Get a jump start Y page 578 If the engine will not start despite a jump start X Contact an authorized Mercedes...

Page 343: ...could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is f...

Page 344: ...ire and or police authorities If the extent of the damage cannot be determined X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance If no damage on major assemblies fuel system and...

Page 345: ...ent cluster goes out Releasing electronic parking brake automatically Your vehicle s electronic parking brake releases automatically when RThe engine is running RThe automatic transmission is in drive...

Page 346: ...eep the handle for the electronic parking brake pressed the more strongly your vehicle will be braked This method occurs on all four wheels not just the rear wheels During the braking procedure Ran ac...

Page 347: ...before turning off the engine Otherwise the vehicle could roll away which could result in an accident and or serious personal injury i In an emergency you can turn off the engine while driving by pre...

Page 348: ...must be stopped when you shift the automatic transmission Rdirectly between drive position D and reverse gear R Rdirectly between reverse gear R and drive position D Rdirectly into park position P Oth...

Page 349: ...l and move the gear selector lever up or down to the resistance point to select neutral position N When you turn off the engine the automatic transmission will shift into neutral position N automatica...

Page 350: ...he vehicle at a standstill depress the brake pedal and move the gear selector lever down past the resistance point to select drive position D Shifting procedure The automatic transmission selects indi...

Page 351: ...riving Exception If the ESP is deactivated or malfunctioning shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N if the vehicle is in danger of skidding Coasting the vehicle or driving for any ot...

Page 352: ...ive position D and driving in automatic program mode C or S you can limit or extend the gear range see One touch gearshifting Y page 351 The current gear range appears in the multifunction display 1 G...

Page 353: ...the desired program mode appears in the multifunction display Selecting program mode C means RThe vehicle starts out more gentle both forward and reverse except when driving off with full throttle RT...

Page 354: ...ion will shift into the next higher gear as permitted by the shift program This action simultaneously extends the gear range of the automatic transmission i If you press on the accelerator pedal when...

Page 355: ...engine is turned off with manual program mode M selected the automatic transmission will go to automatic program mode C or S when the engine is restarted Upshifting In manual program mode M the automa...

Page 356: ...ickdown Using the kickdown when driving in manual program mode M is not possible Deactivating manual shift program X Press the program mode selector switch repeatedly until C or S appears in the multi...

Page 357: ...ument cluster illumination is dimmed or brightened automatically to suit ambient light conditions The instrument cluster illumination will also be adjusted automatically when you switch on the vehicle...

Page 358: ...The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an ice warning device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee...

Page 359: ...tant speed RThe use of the cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads Rapid changes in tire traction can result in wheel spin and loss of control RDeactivate the cruise control when driving in...

Page 360: ...case the speedometer segments in the multifunction display will go out The cruise control also switches off automatically when Rthe vehicle speed falls below 20 mph 30 km h Rthe ESP is in operation R...

Page 361: ...hould only be set again if prevailing road conditions and legal speed limits permit Possible acceleration or deceleration differences arising from returning to the preset speed could cause an accident...

Page 362: ...stopping distance always remains with the driver The DISTRONIC Plus cannot take street and traffic conditions into account Complex driving situations are not always fully recognized by the DISTRONIC P...

Page 363: ...ns is imperative at all times regardless of whether or not the DISTRONIC Plus is activated Use of the DISTRONIC Plus can be dangerous on winding roads or in heavy traffic because conditions do not all...

Page 364: ...with RSS 210 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 interfe...

Page 365: ...es your vehicle with a maximum deceleration of 13 ft s2 4 m s2 This corresponds to approximately 40 of the maximum deceleration of your vehicle You must also apply the brakes yourself to avoid a colli...

Page 366: ...tifunction display for approximately 5 seconds The following display appears in the multifunction display 1 DISTRONIC Plus activated 2 Your vehicle 3 Preset distance threshold to the preceding vehicle...

Page 367: ...te the DISTRONIC Plus when the vehicle speed is above 20 mph 30 km h It is also possible to activate the DISTRONIC Plus when the vehicle speed is below 20 mph 30 km h and the DISTRONIC Plus has detect...

Page 368: ...tionary vehicle If the preceding vehicle is stationary you can only switch on the DISTRONIC Plus if your vehicle is also at a standstill X Tap the DISTRONIC Plus lever up 1 or down 2 until desired spe...

Page 369: ...parking brake and may not be used for parking When you get out of the vehicle or switch off the engine deactivate the DISTRONIC Plus and secure the vehicle from rolling away by engaging the electronic...

Page 370: ...ehicle set speed increases in increments of 5 mph Canada 10 km h each time you lift the DISTRONIC Plus lever up past the resistance point The new speed is set and the vehicle will accelerate Keep in m...

Page 371: ...peed is stored for later use The last stored speed is deleted from memory when the engine is turned off The DISTRONIC Plus switches off automatically when Rthe vehicle is secured with the electronic p...

Page 372: ...sing distance Turn distance setting switch 1 in direction of arrow 2 Increasing the distance setting tells the DISTRONIC Plus to maintain a greater following distance to the preceding vehicle X Decrea...

Page 373: ...ee Oper Manual appears in the multifunction display For cleaning and care of the sensors see Y page 486 i If the message DISTRONIC PLUS Currently Unavailable See Oper Manual disappears during driving...

Page 374: ...preceding vehicles Obstacles and stationary vehicles The DISTRONIC Plus does not brake for obstacles or stationary vehicles If for example the vehicle detected in front of you changes lanes to bypass...

Page 375: ...ehicle chassis Your vehicle automatically adjusts its ride height to increase vehicle safety and to reduce fuel consumption You can choose between raised or normal level The vehicle chassis ride heigh...

Page 376: ...ehicle G Warning When you turn off the engine the entire vehicle is lowered You should therefore make sure that no one is near the wheel housing or under the vehicle when you turn off the engine Other...

Page 377: ...ator lamp X Start the engine Selecting a higher level If indicator lamp 2 is off X Press switch 1 Indicator lamp 2 comes on The vehicle is raised to a higher level Selecting a normal level If indicato...

Page 378: ...uthorized Mercedes Benz Center You could otherwise seriously damage the brake system and or the transfer case which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty i In winter operation the maxim...

Page 379: ...maneuvering Otherwise they could be injured Special attention must be paid to objects with smooth surfaces or low silhouettes e g trailer couplings painted posts elevated crossbars or road curbs Such...

Page 380: ...ther side of the vehicle The Parktronic system is ready to measure when the yellow readiness indicators 3 are illuminated The current transmission position determines which warning indicator will be a...

Page 381: ...nic system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible If only the red distance segments illuminate and no acoustic warning sounds the Parktronic system sensors are dirty e g dir...

Page 382: ...llowing functions are deactivated RPark Assist RBAS Plus Y page 70 RPRE SAFE Brake Y page 76 RDISTRONIC Plus Y page 360 RAdvanced Parking Guidance Y page 383 RBlind Spot Assist Y page 392 The operatio...

Page 383: ...pward quickly e g rolling garage doors Front sensors Center approx 40 in 100 cm Corners approx 24 in 60 cm Rear sensors Center approx 50 in 125 cm Corners approx 24 in 60 cm While parking pay particul...

Page 384: ...will hear an intermittent warning tone for approximately 2 seconds Once the second red distance segment illuminates you will hear a continuous warning tone You have reached the minimum distance The s...

Page 385: ...or vehicles driving past The Advanced Parking Guidance does not relieve you of the responsibility to pay attention If you only rely on the Advanced Parking Guidance you may cause an accident and injur...

Page 386: ...dar sensor system for vehicles from outside of Canada When you switch off the radar sensor system the following functions are deactivated RAdvanced Parking Guidance RBAS Plus Y page 70 RPRE SAFE Brake...

Page 387: ...n signal must remain on until the reverse gear is engaged Parking The following describes how you can park on the front passenger side Parking on the driver s side is performed reversed left to right...

Page 388: ...ou hear an audible warning then stop The stopping position has been reached indicated by a white bracket 2 3 Red lane indicates the current steering wheel position 4 Yellow lane indicates the required...

Page 389: ...ng Guidance Finished appears in the multifunction display and you will hear an audible warning If the distance to the rear is too short you will also be audibly warned by the Park Assist system Y page...

Page 390: ...further away than they actually are In this case you should not use the guide lines to judge distance The use of the guide lines to judge distance increases the risk of impacting the objects G Warning...

Page 391: ...camera if the roads are icy slippery or covered with snow The vehicle could slip causing the actual vehicle position to deviate from the one shown on the COMAND system display This may cause injury to...

Page 392: ...instead continue to look through the windshield You are always responsible for safety and must drive in accordance with traffic conditions Otherwise you could endanger yourself and others If it is fo...

Page 393: ...9 mph 15 km h Therefore when you are at a standstill you do not have a complete view and cannot check the function of the Night View Assist Image on multifunction display When you switch on the Night...

Page 394: ...necessary Y page 395 X Swing the camera cover downward Y page 487 X Cleaning inside of windshield Use a soft non scratching cloth Y page 487 Blind Spot Assist The Blind Spot Assist uses radar sensors...

Page 395: ...f the device will void any warranties and is not permitted by the FCC Do not tamper with alter or use in any non approved way Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authori...

Page 396: ...mirrors come on X Start the engine Yellow indicator lamps 1 in the exterior rear view mirrors come on up to a speed of 20 mph 30 km h Above a speed of 20 mph 30 km h yellow indicator lamps 1 go out a...

Page 397: ...ident and seroius injury to yourself and others X Remain on the lane that you are currently on until traffic conditions permit to change If the turn signal remains on red warning lamp 1 will flash to...

Page 398: ...windows can fog up due to lack of fresh air Y page 404 6 Climate control on off i Switches on the climate control system The indicator lamp in button goes out Y page 398 7 T Residual heat ventilation...

Page 399: ...g sunroof or tilt sliding panel closed Nearly all dust particles pollutants and odors are filtered out before outside air enters the passenger compartment through the air distribution system G Warning...

Page 400: ...display X Reactivating Press rocker switch up or down The indicator lamp in the rocker switch goes out You will see the previous settings in the COMAND display Deactivating the rear climate control Op...

Page 401: ...djusted automatically In automatic mode cooling with dehumidification is switched on This function can be switched off if necessary G Warning If you switch off the cooling function the vehicle will no...

Page 402: ...isplay Setting temperature You can adjust the air temperature for each of the 5 zones separately You should raise or lower the temperature setting in small increments preferably starting at 72 22 Fron...

Page 403: ...es in the passenger compartment free from obstruction i For draft free ventilation move the adjustable center and side air vents to the middle position Center air vents 1 Cockpit air vent fixed 2 Righ...

Page 404: ...dashboard The air temperature is about the same as that of the dashboard air vents It cannot be regulated separately Rear center console air vents 1 Left rear center air vent adjustable 2 Right rear c...

Page 405: ...Decrease increase Press rocker switch 3 Y page 397 up or down Front defroster You can use this setting to defrost the windshield for example if it is iced up You can also defog the windshield and the...

Page 406: ...demand for cooling the display MAXCOOL appears in the COMAND display This provides the fastest possible cooling of the vehicle interior when windows and tilt sliding sunroof or tilt sliding panel are...

Page 407: ...minutes This feature makes use of the residual heat produced by the engine i If you switch on the residual heat function when outside temperatures are high only the ventilation will be switched on i R...

Page 408: ...e battery The system responds automatically by switching the rear window defroster off As soon as the battery has sufficient voltage the rear window defroster switches back on automatically Power tilt...

Page 409: ...at weather conditions can sometimes change rapidly Make sure to close the tilt sliding sunroof when leaving the vehicle If water enters the vehicle interior vehicle electronics could be damaged which...

Page 410: ...position is reached X Express operation To close the tilt sliding sunroof completely pull the sunroof switch past the resistance point in direction of arrow 3 and release X Stopping during express op...

Page 411: ...on Operating front roller sunblind G Warning When extending the front roller sunblind make sure no one is in danger of being injured by the extending procedure The front roller sunblind is equipped wi...

Page 412: ...ing rear roller sunblind from rear G Warning When extending the rear roller sunblind make sure no one is in danger of being injured by the extending procedure The rear roller sunblind is equipped with...

Page 413: ...may result in an opening in the roof In a vehicle rollover occupants not wearing their seat belts or not wearing them properly may be thrown out of the opening Such an opening also presents a potenti...

Page 414: ...ve the roof panel switch in any direction i Express raising is not available when the tilt sliding panel is open The tilt sliding panel must be closed first Closing X Closing manually Pull and hold th...

Page 415: ...panel is fully closed X Keep holding the roof panel switch in direction of arrow 3 for approximately 1 second X Pull and hold the roof panel switch several times in direction of arrow 3 until the fro...

Page 416: ...Y page 453 The handling characteristics of a fully loaded vehicle depend greatly on the load distribution It is therefore recommended to load the vehicle accordingly with the heaviest items being pla...

Page 417: ...injury to vehicle occupants The parcel net cannot protect transported goods in the event of an accident Parcel nets are located in the front passenger footwell and on each side of the left and right t...

Page 418: ...locked with the mechanical key Unlocking glove box Locking glove box Eyeglasses compartment 1 Eyeglasses compartment mark X Opening Press eyeglasses compartment mark 1 X Closing Swing eyeglasses compa...

Page 419: ...be transported in the storage bag In an accident during hard braking or sudden maneuvers they could be thrown around inside the vehicle and cause injury to vehicle occupants The storage bag cannot pro...

Page 420: ...ht against the armrest when it is folded down as you could otherwise damage it i When the rear seats are in their basic position you can open the cover more easily 1 Handle 2 Cover X Fold down rear ar...

Page 421: ...imited Warranty When not in use keep the cup holder closed An open cup holder may cause injury to you or others when contacted during braking vehicle maneuvers or in an accident Keep in mind that obje...

Page 422: ...irror while driving Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visors closed while vehicle is in motion Reflected glare can endanger you and others 1 Vanity mirror lamp 2 Mounting 3 Holder e g for gas cards 4...

Page 423: ...de switch To reverse direction of movement press rear window sunshade switch again G Observe Safety notes see page 62 1 Rear window sunshade switch You can also operate the rear window sunshade via CO...

Page 424: ...er outwards beyond the stop Ashtray insert 1 pops out of the holder X Remove insert by pulling it upwards X Reinstalling ashtray insert Push ashtray insert 1 back into frame until it engages X Closing...

Page 425: ...al accessories up to a maximum of 85 W designed for use with the standard cigarette lighter plug type Keep in mind however that connecting accessories to the lighter socket for example extensive conne...

Page 426: ...the radio transmitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna i The roof cargo container may impair mobile phone reception In an emergency remove the mobile phone from the mobile...

Page 427: ...GPS satellite network and pass the information on to the Response Center The Tele Aid system Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response RAutomati...

Page 428: ...the multifunction display Emergency Call Activated appears in the COMAND display All information relevant to the emergency such as the location of the vehicle determined by the GPS satellite location...

Page 429: ...and hold Roadside Assistance button p for longer than 2 seconds A call to a Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will be initiated The indicator lamp in the Roadside Assistance button p will f...

Page 430: ...storage compartment Y page 416 1 Information button X Press and hold Information button for longer than 2 seconds A call to the Customer Assistance Center will be initiated The indicator lamp in the I...

Page 431: ...n be terminated by pressing button t on the multifunction steering wheel or the respective button for ending a telephone call on the telephone keypad i When a Tele Aid call has been initiated the audi...

Page 432: ...X Go to www maps google com or www maps yahoo com and enter a destination address in the address entry field X Depending on which website you are using click on the appropriate button to send the des...

Page 433: ...r unlocking feature i The remote door unlock feature is available if the relevant cellular phone network is available The SOS button will flash and the message Connecting Call will appear in the multi...

Page 434: ...30 seconds a call to the Response Center is initiated automatically by the Tele Aid system provided Tele Aid service was subscribed to and properly activated and that necessary cellular service and GP...

Page 435: ...mitter button 2 3 or 4 to be programmed while keeping indicator lamp 1 in view X Step 4 Using both hands simultaneously press hand held remote control button 6 and the desired signal transmitter butto...

Page 436: ...o signal transmitter buttons repeat the steps above starting with step 3 Gate operator Canadian programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several...

Page 437: ...RCheck the frequency of hand held remote control 5 typically located on the reverse side of the remote The integrated remote control is compatible with radio frequency devices operating between 280 3...

Page 438: ...operation of the device Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Floormats G Warning Whenever you are using floormats make sure there is e...

Page 439: ...these devices in the vehicle infrared transparent areas 1 and 3 are placed in the windshield You can see them from certain angles when ambient light condition permit Vehicles without Night View Assis...

Page 440: ...438...

Page 441: ...hicle equipment 440 The first 1000 miles 1500 km 440 At the gas station 441 Engine compartment 443 Tires and wheels 450 Winter driving 473 Driving instructions 475 Maintenance 481 Vehicle care 483 Ope...

Page 442: ...each gear RSelect C as the preferred shift program Y page 350 for the first 1000 miles 1500 km RAvoid accelerating by kickdown RDo not attempt to slow the vehicle down by shifting to a lower gear usi...

Page 443: ...rwise the incorrect or non approved fuel will get into the fuel lines The fuel system must be drained completely Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center to have the fuel system drained completely T...

Page 444: ...2 X Place fuel filler cap 2 in direction of arrow into holder 3 X Fully insert filler nozzle unit and refuel X Only fill your tank until the filler nozzle unit cuts out do not top off or overfill X C...

Page 445: ...pletely before touching any components on the vehicle Comply with all relevant safety precautions G Warning To help prevent personal injury stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the eng...

Page 446: ...oil your engine needs will depend on a number of factors including driving style Increased oil consumption can occur when the vehicle is new or the vehicle is driven frequently at higher engine speed...

Page 447: ...illing quantity between the upper and lower marks on the oil dipstick is approximately 2 1 US qt 2 0 l i S 63 AMG only The filling quantity between the upper and lower marks on the oil dipstick is app...

Page 448: ...ngine Oil Level X If the engine is at operating temperature wait 5 minutes before repeating check procedure X If the engine is not at operating temperature yet you must wait 30 minutes before checking...

Page 449: ...l with oil Be careful not to spill any oil when adding Avoid environmental damage caused by oil entering the ground or water Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off It could cause damage to the eng...

Page 450: ...on hot engine parts Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may burn if it comes into contact with hot engine parts S 550 example illustration 1 Cap 2 Coolant expansion tank 3 Marking bar in the ex...

Page 451: ...d the headlamp cleaning system is supplied from the washer fluid reservoir During all seasons add MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit to water Premix the washer fluid in a suitable container...

Page 452: ...or ride disturbance or you suspect that possible damage to your vehicle has occurred you should turn on the hazard warning flashers carefully slow down and drive with caution to an area which is a sa...

Page 453: ...ire G Warning Tires and spare tire should be replaced after 6 years regardless of the remaining tread The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to RDriving...

Page 454: ...low applicable temporary use restrictions and speed limitations indicated on the spare wheel Loading the vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry 1 The Tire and Lo...

Page 455: ...information on the Tire and Loading Information placard The Tire and Loading Information placard showing the load limit information is located on the driver s door B pillar Y page 453 X Locate the st...

Page 456: ...f the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lbs passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs X Step 5 Determin...

Page 457: ...capacity is available For more information see Trailer tongue load Y page 456 Certification label Even after careful determination of the combined weight of all occupants cargo and the trailer tongue...

Page 458: ...ied load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly causing a blowout Overloading the tires can also...

Page 459: ...the inside of the fuel filler flap contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for proper tire inflation pressure i Driving comfort may be reduced when the tire inflation pressure is adjusted to the v...

Page 460: ...o not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly c...

Page 461: ...rning due to a sudden dramatic loss of pressure e g tire blowout caused by a foreign object In this case bring the vehicle to a halt by carefully applying the brakes and avoiding abrupt steering maneu...

Page 462: ...the malfunction has been corrected Tire pressure inquiries are made using the multifunction display The current tire inflation pressure for each tire appears in the multifunction display after a few...

Page 463: ...tire and the corresponding tire inflation pressure are indicated in yellow Restarting Advanced TPMS G Warning It is the driver s responsibility to set the tire inflation pressure to the recommended c...

Page 464: ...in the multifunction display Tire Pressure Monitor Reactivated After driving a few minutes the system verifies that the current tire inflation pressures are within the system s specified range Afterwa...

Page 465: ...e load rating 6 Tire speed rating i For illustration purposes only Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration General Depending on the design...

Page 466: ...n the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly causing a blowout Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steerin...

Page 467: ...must include a ZR in the size designation AND the service description must be placed in parenthesis Example 275 40 ZR 18 99Y The Y speed rating in parenthesis designates the maximum speed capability o...

Page 468: ...load or reinforced tire RLight Load designates a light load tire RC D E designates load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure DOT Tire Identification Number T...

Page 469: ...oor B pillar Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly causing a blowout Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems or brake failure 1 Maximum tire load rating i For...

Page 470: ...rica have these grades branded on the sidewall 1 Treadwear 2 Traction 3 Temperature resistance i For illustration purposes only Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data...

Page 471: ...acked snow they can reduce your stopping distance compared to summer tires Stopping distance however is still considerably greater than when the road is not covered with snow or ice Exercise appropria...

Page 472: ...e onto the rim Cold tire inflation pressure Tire inflation pressure when your vehicle has been sitting for at least 3 hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km Curb weight The weight of a motor vehic...

Page 473: ...s which they replace not previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight including heavy duty brakes ride levelers roof rack heavy duty battery and special trim PSI Pounds per square inch A s...

Page 474: ...and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using U S government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire Vehicle maximum load on the tire Load on an indi...

Page 475: ...very well impair turning stability and that overall driving stability may be reduced Adapt your driving style accordingly Have the spare wheel replaced by regular road wheel with a winter tire at the...

Page 476: ...edes Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject RUse of snow chains may be prohibited depending on location Always check local and state laws before installing snow chains RDo not use snow...

Page 477: ...en traveling at length on salt strewn roads can bring road salt impaired braking efficiency back to normal If the vehicle is parked after being driven on salt treated roads the braking efficiency shou...

Page 478: ...trol of the vehicle and cause an accident as a result Do not turn off the engine while the vehicle is in motion Brakes Downhill grades When driving down long and steep grades relieve the load on the b...

Page 479: ...or a leak in the system may be the reason for low brake fluid in the reservoir Have the brake system inspected immediately Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center All checks and service work on th...

Page 480: ...and braking accordingly during this break in period Excessive high demand braking will cause correspondingly high brake wear Please be attentive to the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster and...

Page 481: ...g ingested by the engine through the air intake causing severe internal engine damage Any such damage is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Driving abroad If you plan to drive the vehic...

Page 482: ...of an external antenna Emission control Certain systems of the engine serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases within permissible limits required by law These systems will function prop...

Page 483: ...ges will appear in the multifunction display while you are driving or when you switch on the ignition example service A Next Service A in XXX miles km Next Service A in XXX days Service A Due The main...

Page 484: ...s disconnected the days of disconnection will not be included in the count shown by the maintenance service indicator To arrive at the true maintenance service deadline you will need to subtract these...

Page 485: ...washing reduces and or eliminates the aggressiveness and potency of the above adverse influences More frequent washings are necessary to deal with unfavorable conditions Rnear the ocean Rin industrial...

Page 486: ...edes Benz approved Paint Care should be applied when water drops on the paint surface do not bead up This should normally be done every 3 to 5 months depending on the climate and washing detergent use...

Page 487: ...terior rear view mirrors prior to running the vehicle through an automatic car wash to prevent damage to the mirrors X When taking the vehicle through an automatic conveyor type car wash Make sure the...

Page 488: ...sor cover 1 and sensors 2 Cleaning the Parktronic system sensors Parktronic system sensors are located in the front and rear bumper 1 Parktronic system sensors in front bumper Only visible without DIS...

Page 489: ...Assist camera G Warning Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle A driver s attention to the road must always be his her primary focus when driving For your safet...

Page 490: ...mild detergent solution X Use a soft clean cloth and a mild window cleaning solution on all outside and inside glass surfaces An automotive glass cleaner is recommended Fold the windshield wiper arms...

Page 491: ...cate fabrics as a washing solution X Wipe with a cloth moistened in a lukewarm solution The surface may temporarily change color If this is the case wait for it to dry G Warning Do not use cleaners or...

Page 492: ...te that leather upholstery is a natural product and is therefore subject to a natural aging process Leather upholstery may also react to certain ambient influences such as high humidity or high temper...

Page 493: ...ifunction display 495 What to do if 548 Unlocking locking manually 561 Resetting activated head restraints 562 Replacing SmartKey batteries 564 Replacing bulbs 565 Replacing wiper blades 570 Flat tire...

Page 494: ...n the right side storage pocket secured by a tensioning strap 1 Tensioning strap 2 First aid kit X Loosen tensioning strap 1 First aid kit 2 can be removed Vehicle tool kit The vehicle tool kit is loc...

Page 495: ...he lower plate all the way into the openings of base plate 3 For information on where to place wheel chocks when changing a wheel see Lifting the vehicle Y page 572 Jack G Warning Only use the jack su...

Page 496: ...the trunk floor before closing the trunk 1 Spare wheel 2 Vehicle tool kit box 3 Spare wheel mounting X Remove spare wheel mounting 3 by turning it counterclockwise i Vehicle tool kit box 2 can only be...

Page 497: ...orrect the condition that caused the message to appear G Warning All categories of messages contain important information which should be taken note of and where a malfunction is indicated addressed a...

Page 498: ...sult of heavy precipitation Rthe radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative due to electromagnetic interference near television and radio transmitter stations toll stations speed measuring systems...

Page 499: ...sages Possible cause consequence Possible solution PRE SAFE Function Limited See Oper Manual The PRE SAFE Brake is unavailable due to a malfunction The BAS Plus may also be unavailable X Contact an au...

Page 500: ...door X Remove child and child restraint from front passenger seat and properly secure the child in rear seat employing the child restraint if necessary X Remove any other items from on and around the...

Page 501: ...nt Passenger Airbag Enabled See Oper Manual or the message Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Oper Manual should not appear in the multifunction display at any time the seat is unoccupied Wait at lea...

Page 502: ...ution soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center G Warning If the 59 indicator lamp remains out even after performing the above corrective steps do not have any children 12 years old and u...

Page 503: ...vehicle X Adjust the seat height to a higher position Y page 310 X Make sure no objects which apply forces to the seat are present e g objects such as books briefcases etc lodged underneath behind or...

Page 504: ...make sure neither message appears in the multifunction display If above conditions are met you can occupy the front passenger seat again Depending on the front passenger classification sensed by the...

Page 505: ...se control has not been fulfilled For example you have attempted to set a speed below 20 mph 30 km h X Drive faster than 20 mph 30 km h if the situation allows and set the speed X Check the activation...

Page 506: ...ing temperature range Rthe battery voltage is insufficient X If necessary clean the DISTRONIC Plus cover in the radiator grille Y page 486 X Restart the vehicle X Try activating the DISTRONIC Plus aga...

Page 507: ...ted because the area around the sensors in the front or the rear bumper is dirty X Clean the front and rear bumper Y page 486 The Park Assist is deactivated because the battery voltage is insufficient...

Page 508: ...ed because the battery voltage is insufficient X Have the battery checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center The Blind Spot Assist is switched off because the radar sensor system is temporarily ino...

Page 509: ...is temporarily inoperative due to electromagnetic interference near television and radio transmitter stations toll stations speed measuring systems etc X Wait to see if the interference is temporary...

Page 510: ...ble solution Apply Brake to Shift from P You have attempted to shift the automatic transmission into drive position D reverse gear R or neutral position N without depressing the brake pedal X Depress...

Page 511: ...cle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so X Engage the electronic parking brake X Do not drive any further X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance Servi...

Page 512: ...e designated times mileage will result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Tires Display messages Possible cause consequence Possible solution Tire Pressures Displayed...

Page 513: ...ith a flat tire A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle You may lose control of the vehicle Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build up and possibly a f...

Page 514: ...enz Center or call Roadside Assistance Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem G Warning Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident Have your b...

Page 515: ...e getting out of it Y page 343 USA only Canada only EBR ABS and ESP Inoperative See Oper Manual The brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction the ABS the BAS the BAS Plus the...

Page 516: ...only Canada only Service See Oper Manual S 600 and S 65 AMG only The brake system sensors are malfunctioning The brake system continues to function normally with full brake force boost X Continue driv...

Page 517: ...ull handle of electronic parking brake or X Drive off carefully X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible To engage X Switch off ignition and press handle for electronic parking...

Page 518: ...electronic parking brake or X Drive off carefully or X Press handle for electronic parking brake until the warning message in the multifunction display disappears USA only Canada only Parking Brake S...

Page 519: ...example due to overvoltage or undervoltage X Drive off carefully X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible In the event of overvoltage or undervoltage X Remove the cause of the...

Page 520: ...the electronic parking brake cannot be engaged X Shift the automatic transmission to park position P Y page 346 X Protect vehicle from rolling away while parked by using a chock from the vehicle tool...

Page 521: ...rake is malfunctioning braking action is restricted While driving X Release the handle for electronic parking brake While at a standstill X Switch off ignition and press handle for electronic parking...

Page 522: ...mp for the electronic parking brake comes on You have tried to release the electronic parking brake but the ignition was not switched on X Switch on the ignition Check Brake Pad Wear The brake pads ha...

Page 523: ...brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction the ABS the BAS the BAS Plus the ESP the PRE SAFE system and the PRE SAFE Brake are unavailable The self diagnosis may not be comple...

Page 524: ...addition the yellow ESP warning lamp v comes on The ABS may not be operational and the following systems are not available RBAS and BAS Plus RPRE SAFE Brake RDISTRONIC Plus RCruise control RHill start...

Page 525: ...brake pedal while braking The BAS Plus and the PRE SAFE Brake are also not available X Continue driving with added caution X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as p...

Page 526: ...hile driving and this message appears the Electronic Traction System ETS 4 ETS has switched off to prevent overheating of the drive wheel brakes The BAS Plus and the PRE SAFE Brake are also not availa...

Page 527: ...f the left rear passenger s supplemental restraint system may not work properly X Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center Rear Center SRS Malfunction Service Required C...

Page 528: ...ized Mercedes Benz Center G Warning In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above the SRS may not be operational For your safety we strongly recommend that you contact an author...

Page 529: ...sing oil The ABC message is continuously shown X Stop your vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so X Engage the electronic parking brake X Call Roadside Assistance or X Contact an...

Page 530: ...ait until the message disappears from the multifunction display You may then drive off STOP Car Too Low The AIRMATIC is malfunctioning X Stop and press the vehicle level control switch to select a hig...

Page 531: ...Y page 390 X Wait until the message Night View Assist Available Again appears In addition you can X Swing the camera cover down Y page 487 X Adjust the air distribution of the climate control so that...

Page 532: ...hift the automatic transmission to park position P neutral position N or drive position D Y page 345 Night View Assist Only When It Is Dark You have tried to switch on Night View Assist by daylight Yo...

Page 533: ...ronic parking brake X Search for the SmartKey Otherwise the vehicle cannot be locked centrally nor can the engine be started again after the engine is stopped Key Not Detected The SmartKey with KEYLES...

Page 534: ...f and no SmartKey in the starter switch This message is only a reminder X Take the SmartKey with you when leaving the vehicle Take Your Key From Ignition You have forgotten to remove the SmartKey from...

Page 535: ...th KEYLESS GO is being initialized in the vehicle X Wait until the message disappears from the multifunction display Remove Start Button and Insert Key The KEYLESS GO system is malfunctioning X Remove...

Page 536: ...d coolant frequently have the cooling system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center G Warning Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may burn if i...

Page 537: ...the coolant temperature may rise close to 248 120 G Warning Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be s...

Page 538: ...due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage to the engine Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X If it is intact Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed...

Page 539: ...system X Stop immediately in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so and check the poly V belt X If it is broken Do not continue to drive Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inoper...

Page 540: ...for possible leaks When the message Check Engine Oil at Next Refueling All models except S 600 and S 65 AMG or Check Engine Oil Level Add 1 quart Canada 1 Liter S 600 and S 65 AMG only appears while t...

Page 541: ...a risk of damaging the engine or the catalytic converter X Have oil siphoned or drained off Observe all legal requirements with respect to its disposal Reserve Fuel The fuel level has dropped below t...

Page 542: ...enz Center as soon as possible Check Left Cornering Light or Check Right Cornering Light The left or right corner illuminating lamp is malfunctioning X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 565...

Page 543: ...r control system Y page 252 X Switch off the headlamps using the exterior lamp switch Y page 325 Check Rear Left Turn Signal or Check Rear Right Turn Signal The left or right rear turn signal lamp is...

Page 544: ...igh Beam The left or right high beam lamp is malfunctioning X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 565 Check Left License Plate Lamp or Check Right License Plate Lamp The left or right license...

Page 545: ...amp is malfunctioning A substitute bulb is being used X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Check Front Left Parking Lamp or Check Front Right Parking Lamp The left or right...

Page 546: ...le Check Rear Left Sidemarker Lamp or Check Rear Right Sidemarker Lamp The rear left or right side marker lamp is malfunctioning X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Check...

Page 547: ...ng the vehicle to a halt avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers X Engage the electronic parking brake X Check and correct tire inflation pressure as required Y page 458 X If necessary change t...

Page 548: ...abrupt steering and braking maneuvers X Engage the electronic parking brake X If necessary change the wheel Y page 571 Check Tire Pressure The tire pressure is too low in one or more tires X Carefull...

Page 549: ...unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Do not overinflate tires Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort wear u...

Page 550: ...the ignition have the respective bulb checked and replaced if necessary When you switch on the ignition all lamps except high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps unless activ...

Page 551: ...unctioning X Continue driving with added caution Wheels may lock during hard braking reducing steering capability X Read and observe messages that may appear in the multifunction display Y page 495 X...

Page 552: ...llow ESP warning lamp come on and an acoustic warning sounds The Electronic Brake Proportioning EBP switched off due to a malfunction The ABS the BAS the ESP and PRE SAFE are also switched off The bra...

Page 553: ...page 495 X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem G Warning Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident Have yo...

Page 554: ...warning chime for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine You have forgotten to fasten your seat belt X Fasten your seat belt The warning chime stops sounding The red seat belt telltale comes...

Page 555: ...he seat belt telltale goes out and the warning chime stops sounding i After 60 seconds with an unfastened seat belt the warning chime stops sounding and the seat belt telltale illuminates continuously...

Page 556: ...eel is spinning The cruise control is deactivated and cannot be switched on X Switch the ESP back on Exceptions Y page 74 X If leaving the ESP switched off adapt your speed and driving to the prevaili...

Page 557: ...instructions increases the risk of an accident Driving systems Problem Possible cause consequence Suggested solutions l PRE SAFE Brake The red distance warning lamp comes on while driving You are too...

Page 558: ...lem Possible cause consequence Suggested solutions The yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp in the fuel gauge comes on while driving The fuel level has gone below the reserve mark X Refuel at the nex...

Page 559: ...Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center i Some states may by law require you to visit a workshop as soon as the engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on Ch...

Page 560: ...stays illuminated There is a malfunction in the Advanced TPMS X Read and observe messages in the multifunction display Y page 495 X Have the Advanced TPMS checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center...

Page 561: ...r approximately 1 minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illu...

Page 562: ...applying supplemental weight onto the seat are present X Make sure no objects which apply forces to the seat are present e g objects such as books briefcases etc lodged behind or around the seat head...

Page 563: ...ide mechanical key 2 out of the housing Unlocking the driver s door Unlocking 2 Mechanical key X Insert mechanical key 2 into the driver s door lock until it stops X Turn mechanical key 2 counterclock...

Page 564: ...ld now be locked X Close the driver s door X Enter the vehicle through the rear left door X Press down the locking knob of the driver s door To prevent inadvertent lockout make sure to have the SmartK...

Page 565: ...reset tool 1 out of the Mercedes Benz literature pouch X Guide reset tool 1 into rectangular opening 2 between active head restraint cushion and head restraint cover X Press reset tool 1 downward in d...

Page 566: ...f improperly Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal Many states provinces require sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling When inserting the batteries make sure...

Page 567: ...e if you Rtouch or move it when hot Rdrop the bulb Rscratch the bulb Wear eye and hand protection Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps it is dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp and its...

Page 568: ...n signal lamp HiP b Brake lamp tail lamp parking and standing lamp LED c License plate lamps W 5 W d Backup lamp HiP e Side marker lamp LED f Rear fog lamp driver s side only HiP Notes on bulb replace...

Page 569: ...ou can change the halogen bulbs for the following lamps RHigh beam flasher lamp RCorner illuminating lamp RIR emitter lamp G Warning Do not remove the cover for the Bi Xenon headlamp Because of high v...

Page 570: ...r 1 counterclockwise until it disengages X Take out bulb holder 1 X Take bulb out of holder 1 X Insert new bulb into bulb holder 1 and press it all the way down X Insert bulb holder 1 into guide in he...

Page 571: ...engage to close IR emitter lamp bulb 1 Bulb 2 Wire position X Turn cover 1 Y page 567 counterclockwise and remove it X Turn bulb 1 counterclockwise until it disengages X Take out bulb 1 X Press both c...

Page 572: ...he wiper when folding a wiper arm back If released the force of the impact from the tensioning spring could crack the windshield Do not allow a wiper arm to contact the windshield glass without a wipe...

Page 573: ...re the wiper blades are properly installed Improperly installed wiper blades may cause windshield damage Flat tire Safety notes G Warning The dimensions of the spare wheel are different from those of...

Page 574: ...the vehicle only use the jack which has been specifically approved by Mercedes Benz for your vehicle The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take up brackets built int...

Page 575: ...blocking both wheels of the axle not being worked on G Warning Only jack up the vehicle on level ground or on slight inclines declines Otherwise the vehicle could fall off the jack and injure you or...

Page 576: ...hub threads X Remove the wheel Attaching the spare wheel G Warning Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or rusted Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts Damaged wheel hub threads should be re...

Page 577: ...ts when remounting the original wheel after it has been repaired X Clean contact surfaces of wheel and wheel hub To avoid paint damage place wheel flat against hub and hold it there while installing f...

Page 578: ...ttery approved by Mercedes Benz If you do not intend to operate your vehicle for an extended period of time contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center about steps you need to observe G Warning Observe...

Page 579: ...the battery cover is non removable Do not attempt to open the battery as otherwise the battery will be damaged Even though VRLA batteries do not require topping up of the electrolyte level and cannot...

Page 580: ...ng instructions for your charging device Only use a battery charge unit with a maximum charging voltage of 14 8 V X Charge battery in accordance with the instructions of the battery charger manufactur...

Page 581: ...Let the battery thaw out first ROnly jump start from batteries with the same voltage rating 12 V Jump starting with a more powerful battery could damage the vehicle s electrical system which will not...

Page 582: ...referable to other types of towing To prevent damage during transport do not tie down vehicle by its chassis or suspension parts If circumstances do not permit the recommended towing methods the vehic...

Page 583: ...l the threaded hole for the towing eye bolt Removing cover in rear bumper G Warning In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury use extreme caution when removing the rear cover because the rear...

Page 584: ...still depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed X Shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N X Release the brake pedal X If engaged release the electronic parking brake X Switch on the...

Page 585: ...rk position P The vehicle may be towed only for distances up to 30 miles 50 km and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph 50 km h Fuses Introduction The electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to switch off m...

Page 586: ...on indicator in the multifunction display should be on P X Switch off all electrical consumers X Turn off the engine Fuse box in passenger compartment Do not use sharp objects such as a screwdriver to...

Page 587: ...ver 3 Bracket X S 63 AMG Remove the control box above the fuse box X Removing cover Take the crank from the Operator s Manual pouch X Loosen screws 1 with crank X Remove bracket 3 X Remove fuse box co...

Page 588: ...or replacing fuses Emergency engine shutdown If the engine cannot be turned off as described Y page 344 you may use the following emergency procedure X Take the fuse chart from the vehicle tool kit Y...

Page 589: ...equipment 588 Parts service 588 Warranty coverage 588 Identification labels 589 Engine 591 Rims and tires 594 Electrical system 600 Main dimensions 601 Weights 602 Fuels coolants lubricants etc 603 Te...

Page 590: ...should be installed Do not use non genuine Mercedes Benz parts and accessories not authorized by Mercedes Benz Doing so could damage the vehicle which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warr...

Page 591: ...ication labels 1 Certification label on driver s door B pillar The Vehicle Identification Number VIN can be found in the following locations Ron the certification label Rembossed underneath a cover be...

Page 592: ...ind the rear center armrest X Open the cover VIN 4 is now visible All models except AMG vehicles 5 Engine number engraved on engine 6 VIN on lower edge of windshield 7 Emission control information lab...

Page 593: ...ession ratio 10 5 1 10 7 1 10 5 1 Output acc to SAE J 1349 335 hp 6000 rpm 250 kW 6000 rpm 14 382 hp 6000 rpm 285 kW 6000 rpm 14 382 hp 6000 rpm 285 kW 6000 rpm 14 Maximum torque acc to SAE J 1349 339...

Page 594: ...Engine 592 Model S 450 4MATIC 221 084 11 12 S 550 221 171 11 13 S 550 4MATIC 221 186 11 Firing order 1 5 4 2 6 3 7 8 1 5 4 2 6 3 7 8 1 5 4 2 6 3 7 8 Poly V belt 2404 mm 2404 mm 2404 mm Technical data...

Page 595: ...p 5000 rpm 380 kW 5000 rpm 16 518 hp 6800 rpm 386 kW 6800 rpm 16 603 hp 4800 5100 rpm 450 kW 4800 5100 rpm 16 Maximum torque acc to SAE J 1349 612 lb ft 1800 rpm 3500 rpm 830 Nm 1800 rpm 3500 rpm 465...

Page 596: ...enter A placard with the recommended tire inflation pressures is located on the driver s door B pillar Some vehicles may have supplemental tire inflation pressure information for driving at high speed...

Page 597: ...8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm 1 69 in 43 mm 1 69 in 43 mm All season tires19 255 45 R18 99H M S 255 40 R19 100Y XL Extra Load M S 255 40 R19 100V XL Extra Load M S Winter tires19 20 21 255...

Page 598: ...8 5 J x 19 H2 8 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm 1 69 in 43 mm 1 69 in 43 mm Summer tires22 23 255 35 ZR20 XL Extra Load Winter tires22 24 25 255 45 R18 99V M S 255 40 R19 100V XL Extra Load M...

Page 599: ...2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm 1 69 in 43 mm All season tires27 255 45 R18 99H M S 255 40 R19 100V XL Extra Load M S Rear axle Rims light alloy 9 5 J x 18 H2 9 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm 1 6...

Page 600: ...0 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm 1 69 in 43 mm Summer tires29 255 40 R19 100Y XL Extra Load 255 35 ZR20 XL Extra Load Rear axle AMG rims light alloy 9 5 J x 19 H2 9 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43...

Page 601: ...re inflation pressure given on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim i Please note that the tire inflation pressure of the spare wheel differs from the tire inflation pressure of the road tires Mode...

Page 602: ...V 35 Ah 12 V 35 Ah 12 V 35 Ah Battery for electrical consumers 12 V 95 Ah 12 V 95 Ah 12 V 95 Ah 12 V 95 Ah Spark plugs Type NGK PLKR 6A Bosch Y 7 MPP33 NGK IFR 6Q G NGK ILZKAR 7A10 NGK IFR 6Q G Elect...

Page 603: ...rrors folded out 83 2 in 2113 mm 83 2 in 2113 mm 83 2 in 2113 mm Overall vehicle height 58 9 in 1495 mm 58 5 in 1485 mm 58 0 in 1473 mm Wheelbase 124 6 in 3165 mm 124 6 in 3165 mm 124 6 in 3165 mm Tra...

Page 604: ...Weights 602 Weights Model All models Roof load max 220 lb 100 kg Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg Technical data...

Page 605: ...e you could endanger persons or the environment Keep service fluids out of the reach of children For health reasons you should prevent service fluids from coming into direct contact with your skin or...

Page 606: ...ear axle S 450 4MATIC36 S 550 4MATIC 1 9 US qt 1 8 l Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90 S 55037 1 3 US qt 1 2 l S 600 2 1 US qt 2 0 l S 63 AMG 1 3 US qt 1 2 l Fuchs Titan EG 5010 D S 65 AMG 1 7 US qt 1 6 l H...

Page 607: ...l S 450 4MATIC36 approx 15 6 US qt 14 8 l MB 325 0 Anticorrosion Antifreeze S 55037 S 550 4MATIC approx 12 2 US qt 11 5 l Cooling system vehicles with rear climate control S 450 4MATIC36 approx 17 1 U...

Page 608: ...ved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicles with Maintenance System For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or visit www mbusa com US...

Page 609: ...the lowest air temperature expected before the next oil change Engine oil additives Do not blend oil additives with engine oil They may damage the engine Damage or malfunctions resulting from blendin...

Page 610: ...ty and performance premium unleaded gasoline must be used If premium unleaded gasoline is not available and low octane gasoline is used follow these precautions RHave the fuel tank only partially fill...

Page 611: ...by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty or by any pre owned or Extended Limited warranties Coolants The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion antifreeze which provides RCorrosion protec...

Page 612: ...are usually satisfied by normal drinking water If you are not sure about the water quality contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Anticorrosion antifreeze Your vehicle contains a number of aluminu...

Page 613: ...3 l Cooling system vehicles with rear passenger compartment climate control S 450 4MATIC44 8 6 US qt 8 1 l 9 4 US qt 8 9 l S 55045 S 550 4MATIC 6 9 US qt 6 55 l 7 6 US qt 7 2 l S 600 7 3 US qt 6 95 l...

Page 614: ...entrate MB SummerFit X Mix with water for temperatures above freezing point X Mix with commercially available premixed washer solvent antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point Washer fluid mixi...

Page 615: ...z ca Canada only G Warning To help avoid personal injury be extremely careful when performing any service work or repairs Improper or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts...

Page 616: ...Order no 6515 2278 13 Part no 221 584 25 82 Edition A 2009 2215842582z 2215842582...

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