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Summary of Contents for S-Class 2011

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

Page 2: ...igital Corporation RWindows Media is a registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation in the USA and in other countries RGracenote is a registered trademark of Gracenote Inc RZagatSurvey and relate...

Page 3: ...rcedes Benz therefore reserves the right to introduce changes in the following areas Rdesign Requipment Rtechnical features You cannot therefore base any claims on the data illustrations or descriptio...

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Page 5: ...ring wheel and mirrors 99 COMAND 113 Lights and windshield wipers 271 Climate control 285 Driving and parking 297 On board computer and displays 363 Loading stowing and features 421 Maintenance and ca...

Page 6: ...isplay message 397 Switching on off 275 Switching on off on board computer 377 Additional speedometer 377 Address book Calling up 201 Connecting a call 204 Creating an entry 203 Deleting an entry 204...

Page 7: ...stop function 303 Automatic transmission DIRECT SELECT lever 306 Display message 409 Driving tips 309 Emergency running mode 313 Kickdown 309 Malfunction 313 Program selector button 310 Pulling away 3...

Page 8: ...206 Call lists 205 Displaying details 201 Storing an entry which has not yet been stored 206 Call waiting 198 Capacities see Technical data Care Carpets 459 Car wash 453 Display 457 Gear or selector...

Page 9: ...limate control 287 COMAND 261 Controlling automatically 289 Controlling centrally COMAND 264 Cooling with air dehumidification 289 Cooling with air dehumidification COMAND 263 Defrosting the windshiel...

Page 10: ...VD 225 MP3 224 Date format Setting 142 Daytime running lamps Display message 396 Switching on off on board computer 377 Delayed switch off Exterior lighting COMAND 259 Interior lighting COMAND 259 Des...

Page 11: ...rake lamps 69 BAS Brake Assist System 67 Overview 66 PRE SAFE Brake 71 Driving system Driving Assistance package 352 Driving systems Active Blind Spot Assist 356 Active Body Control 338 Active Driving...

Page 12: ...mber 510 Engine oil Adding 449 Checking the oil level 447 Display message 399 Filling capacity 511 Lubricant additives 514 Notes about oil grades 513 Temperature on board computer 371 Viscosity 514 En...

Page 13: ...ling capacity 511 Function buttons COMAND 117 Function restrictions Video DVD mode 237 Fuse allocation chart vehicle tool kit 462 Fuses Dashboard fuse box 476 Engine emergency stop 477 Fuse allocation...

Page 14: ...iate stop Deleting 160 Intermediate top Entering 158 iPod Alphabetic track selection 233 Connecting to the Media Interface 229 Device version 229 Selecting a category playlist 232 iTunes 233 J Jack St...

Page 15: ...tance to destination 182 Calling up 157 City model 183 Map display 181 Moving 158 180 Showing geo coordinates 183 Showing road names 183 Topographic map 183 Map display also see navigation Traffic rep...

Page 16: ...display 366 Lane recommendations 167 Multifunction steering wheel Operating the on board computer 365 Overview 34 Multisession CDs 224 Music Register Copying music data 226 MUSIC REGISTER Deleting al...

Page 17: ...y 365 Overhead control panel Overview 36 Override feature Rear side windows 65 P Paint code number 509 Paintwork cleaning instructions 454 Panic alarm 66 Panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel Op...

Page 18: ...computer 378 Radiator cover 447 Radio Changing stations on board computer 370 HD Radio 212 see separate operating instructions Radio controlled equipment Assembly 442 Radio mode Switching to 208 Radi...

Page 19: ...idelines 459 Roof load maximum 516 Route Calculating 154 Estimated time of arrival 169 Route overview 170 see Route guidance on board computer Route calculation Starting 154 Route guidance 164 Cancel...

Page 20: ...a service message on board computer 452 Service menu on board computer 377 Service products Brake fluid 514 Capacities 511 Coolant engine 515 Engine oil 513 Fuel 512 Important safety notes 510 Notes...

Page 21: ...tion storing settings 108 Steering wheel heating 108 Storing settings memory function 111 Steering wheel paddle shifters 310 Storage options Selecting 177 Stowage compartments Armrest under 423 Door 4...

Page 22: ...Telephone number Entering 197 Temperature Coolant 365 Engine oil on board computer 371 Outside temperature 365 Setting 290 Setting COMAND 262 Theft deterrent locking system Immobilizer 73 Tilt sliding...

Page 23: ...Tire Quality Grading Standards 494 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards definition 500 Unladen weight definition 501 Wear indicator definition 502 Wheel rim definition 500 Tires and wheels importan...

Page 24: ...ard rewind 238 Operation 236 Pause function 239 Selecting 238 Selecting a film title 239 Selecting a scene chapter 239 Stop function 239 Video DVD on board computer 371 Video DVD mode Switching to 237...

Page 25: ...sage 410 Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid 450 Notes 515 Windshield wipers Replacing the wiper blades 281 282 Switching on off 281 Troubleshooting 282 Winter operation 323 482 Radiator cove...

Page 26: ...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 follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Li...

Page 27: ...e total of more than 30 calendar days Please send your written notice to Mercedes Benz USA LLC Customer Assistance Center One Mercedes Drive Montvale NJ 07645 0350 Maintenance The Service and Warranty...

Page 28: ...g safety Safety notes G Warning Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning Because the vehicle s electronic components are inter...

Page 29: ...er Assistance Center Mercedes Benz USA LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale NJ 07645 0350 In Canada Customer Relations Department Mercedes Benz Canada Inc 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto Ontario M4G 4C9 Repor...

Page 30: ...vehicle is equipped with mbrace2 data is transmitted in the event of an accident This information serves for example to test vehicle systems after an accident and to continually improve vehicle safety...

Page 31: ...Exterior view 30 Cockpit 31 Instrument cluster 32 On board computer and COMAND 34 Center console 35 Overhead control panel 36 Door control panel 37 Rear seats 39 29 At a glance...

Page 32: ...r 293 Fuel filler flap 313 A Exterior mirrors 109 B Sliding sunroof 93 C Defrosting the windshield 292 Cleaning the windows 455 Function Page D Windshield wipers 281 E Opens the hood 446 Engine oil 44...

Page 33: ...NIC 341 Swivelling the COMAND display 122 COMAND display brightness 122 Instrument lighting 122 Function Page D Overhead control panel 36 E Automatic climate control 286 F Ignition lock 299 Start Stop...

Page 34: ...Tachometer 365 C Drive program 310 D Parking Guidance display 342 Function Page E Display unit of the speedometer F Outside temperature display 365 G Additional speedometer 377 H HOLD function 335 PR...

Page 35: ...rking brake yellow 413 Electric parking brake yellow Canada only 413 Seat belt 414 A ESP 416 B Distance warning 419 Function Page C Brakes USA only 413 J Brakes Canada only 413 D ESP OFF 416 E Tire pr...

Page 36: ...r accepts a call Switches to the redial memory WX Adjusts the volume or operates RACETIMER on AMG vehicles 372 8 Mute Function Page A Switches on the Voice Control System see the separate operating in...

Page 37: ...at 266 A Function button for the telephone and navigation system 149 B Activates deactivates COMAND 131 Function Page C Adjusts the volume 132 D Programmable button 118 E Telephone keypad 118 F Rear w...

Page 38: ...with roller sunblinds 95 B G SOS button mbrace system 433 C Switches the automatic interior lighting control on off 278 Function Page D y Extends retracts the rear roller sunblind of the panorama roo...

Page 39: ...at heating 106 s Seat ventilation 107 B 7Z Adjusts and folds the exterior mirrors in out electrically 109 Function Page C W Opens closes the side windows 89 t Opens closes the roller sunblinds in the...

Page 40: ...r 83 A u Roller sunblind 429 B y Operates the rear roller sunblind of the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel from the rear 96 Function Page C W Opens closes the side windows 89 t Opens closes...

Page 41: ...he rear seat armrest 428 Cup holder in the rear seat armrest 428 Control panel for multicontour seat in the rear compartment 106 Stowage compartment in the rear seat armrest 424 A Stowage box in the s...

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Page 43: ...Vehicle equipment 42 Occupant safety 42 Children in the vehicle 60 Panic alarm 66 Driving safety systems 66 Anti theft systems 73 41 Safety...

Page 44: ...th interconnected electronic systems can lead to the restraint systems no longer functioning as intended Air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices ETDs for example could deploy inadvertently or fail to...

Page 45: ...ain perchlorate material which may require special handling and regard for the environment Check your national disposal guidelines California residents see www dtsc ca gov HazardousWaste Perchlorate i...

Page 46: ...hicle as soon as it is safe to do so If you have any breathing difficulty but cannot get out of the vehicle after the air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door G Warning To reduc...

Page 47: ...t or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child and for children 12 years old and under use an appropriately sized infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for...

Page 48: ...o influenced by the weight category of the front passenger which is determined by the Occupant Classification System OCS Y page 48 The lighter the passenger side occupant the higher the vehicle decele...

Page 49: ...the system detects high vehicle deceleration or acceleration in a lateral direction and determines that side impact air bag deployment can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt...

Page 50: ...o another object in the vehicle e g by leaning on armrests OCS may not be able to approximate the occupant s weight category If the front passenger seat the seat cover or the seat cushion are damaged...

Page 51: ...to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained on the rear seats than on the front passenger seat Thus we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever poss...

Page 52: ...g should also have deployed OCS may have determined Rthat the seat was unoccupied or occupied by a weight of up to or less than that of a typical 12 month old child seated in a standard child restrain...

Page 53: ...ator lamp does not illuminate the system is not functioning You must contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center before seating any child on the front passenger seat For more information see Problems w...

Page 54: ...he 42 indicator lamp does not illuminate and or does not remain illuminated The front passenger seat is Runoccupied Roccupied with the weight of a typical 12 month old child in a standard child restra...

Page 55: ...Ron vehicles with multicontour seats in the rear the air pressure in the backrest side bolsters of the outer seats in the rear is increased Rif the vehicle skids the sliding sunroof panorama sliding s...

Page 56: ...iver s and front passenger seats Y page 54 Otherwise the additional protection will not be available in the event of another rear end collision NECK PRO head restraints NECK PRO luxury head restraints...

Page 57: ...nt and child restraint systems is required by law in all 50 states the District of Columbia the U S territories and all Canadian provinces Even where this is not the case all vehicle occupants should...

Page 58: ...cupant should wear their seat belt at all times because seat belts help reduce the likelihood of and potential severity of injuries in accidents including rollovers The integrated restraint system inc...

Page 59: ...s over sharp edges They could tear Do not allow the seat belt to get caught in the door or in the seat adjustment mechanism This could damage the seat belt Never attempt to make modifications to seat...

Page 60: ...d between the occupant and the seat belt Do not hold on to the seat belt tightly while it is adjusting You can switch the seat belt adjustment on and off in the on board computer Y page 378 Seat belt...

Page 61: ...nger have fastened their seat belts or Rthe vehicle is stationary and a door is open i For more information on the 7 seat belt warning lamp see Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster se...

Page 62: ...re The automatic comfort install feature reduces the retraction force of the seat belts This results in increased seat belt comfort Children in the vehicle Important safety notes G Warning When leavin...

Page 63: ...f the vehicle or to the infant restraint or child restraint system G Warning According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained on the rear seats than on the front passenger...

Page 64: ...nt During an accident they 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 i...

Page 65: ...causing the child to be severely or fatally injured Child restraint systems child restraint retaining brackets that are damaged or have suffered damage due to an impact must be replaced ISOFIX is a s...

Page 66: ...Tether anchorage X Place protective cap in a suitable place e g in the glove box X Slide the head restraint upwards X Route Top Tether belt under the head restraint between both head restraint bars X...

Page 67: ...roof locks are working properly X To deactivate press the child proof lock lever down in the direction of arrow Override feature for the rear side windows G Warning Observe Important safety notes Y pa...

Page 68: ...he device Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Driving safety systems Driving safety systems overview In this section you will find inf...

Page 69: ...en you brake This allows you to continue steering the vehicle when braking ABS works from a speed of about 5 mph 8 km h upwards regardless of road surface conditions ABS works on slippery surfaces eve...

Page 70: ...es and is not permitted by the FCC Do not tamper with the device in any way Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment BAS PLUS can detect ob...

Page 71: ...amps light up continuously The hazard warning lamps switch off automatically if you drive faster than 6 mph 10 km h again You can also switch off the hazard warning lamps using the hazard warning lamp...

Page 72: ...ed traction control ESP OFF is designed for driving on closed tracks when the vehicle s own oversteering and understeering characteristics are desired and requires an extremely qualified and experienc...

Page 73: ...DAPTIVE BRAKE also has the HOLD function Y page 335 and hill start assist Y page 302 For further information see Driving tips Y page 320 PRE SAFE Brake vehicles with DISTRONIC PLUS PRE SAFE Brake can...

Page 74: ...Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must withstand any interference received including interference that ma...

Page 75: ...Ryou maneuver to avoid the obstacle Ryour speed drops below approximately 9 mph 15 km h Rthere is no longer an obstacle detected in front of your vehicle Rthere is no longer any danger of a collision...

Page 76: ...icle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS GO Indicator lamp flashes The alarm system is armed after approximately 30 seconds X To deactivate unlock the vehicle using the SmartKey or KEYLESS GO X To stop the a...

Page 77: ...Vehicle equipment 76 SmartKey 76 Doors 82 Trunk 85 Side windows 89 Sliding sunroof 93 75 Opening and closing...

Page 78: ...ure themselves or be injured by following traffic Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight The child restraint system s metal parts for example could become very hot and the child c...

Page 79: ...d deactivated using the on board computer Y page 378 X To unlock centrally press the button If you do not open a door or the trunk lid within approximately 40 seconds of unlocking the vehicle Rthe veh...

Page 80: ...when the engine is running the red Key Not Detected message appears in the multifunction display as you pull away Look for the KEYLESS GO key and place it somewhere else in the vehicle Place the KEYL...

Page 81: ...handle on the front passenger door or on the rear doors X To lock centrally touch sensor surface on one of the door handles Restoring the factory settings X Press the and buttons simultaneously for a...

Page 82: ...Y page 80 i You can obtain a SmartKey battery at any authorized Mercedes Benz Center i If the SmartKey battery is checked within signal range of the vehicle pressing the or button results in the vehic...

Page 83: ...been unlocked for an extended period X Pull the door handle twice and then insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock There is a malfunction with KEYLESS GO X Lock unlock the vehicle using the remote...

Page 84: ...ed in the vehicle even if they are secured in a child restraint system or with access to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious perso...

Page 85: ...itself when the front passenger door is closed X To unlock press button You can open a front door from inside the vehicle even if it has been locked Open the door only when the traffic conditions per...

Page 86: ...sed X Power closing feature trunk lid lightly push the trunk lid closed The power closing feature will pull the trunk lid fully closed Unlocking the driver s door mechanical key If the vehicle can no...

Page 87: ...g so or be seriously or even fatally injured by any passing traffic Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight The child restraint system s metal parts for example could become very h...

Page 88: ...efore make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the trunk lid For the trunk lid to be opened fully there must be a minimum clearance from floor to ceiling of 5 90 ft 1 80 m Opening You can op...

Page 89: ...SmartKey with KEYLESS GO removed from the vehicle the remote trunk opening closing switch can be operated Therefore do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehic...

Page 90: ...chanical key counter clockwise as far as possible The trunk is unlocked X Turn the mechanical key back and remove it Trunk emergency release You can open the trunk lid from inside the vehicle with the...

Page 91: ...t unless they are firmly secured in place Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo increases a child s risk of injury in the event of Rstrong braking maneuvers Rsudden changes of direction Ran acciden...

Page 92: ...The roller sunblinds on the rear door windows are always closed fully X To open fully press the corresponding switch i You can use the switches on the rear doors to close the roller sunblind on the re...

Page 93: ...ne being harmed by the closing procedure press and hold the button Vehicles with KEYLESS GO RRelease the sensor surface on the outside door handle to stop the closing procedure RImmediately pull on th...

Page 94: ...nding side window remains closed after the button has been released the side window has been reset correctly If this is not the case repeat the steps above again Problems with the side windows Problem...

Page 95: ...ects in the passenger compartment unless they are firmly secured in place Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo increases a child s risk of injury in the event of Rstrong braking maneuvers Rsudden...

Page 96: ...the SmartKey from the ignition This function remains active for five minutes or until one of the front doors is opened Overhead control panel To raise To open To close X Turn the SmartKey to position...

Page 97: ...sing again Operating the roller sunblinds of the panorama sliding sunroof General notes The roller sunblinds provide protection from the sun The front roller sunblind can only be opened and closed whe...

Page 98: ...es fully X To stop press button again i You must first open or close the rear roller sunblind fully before you can move it in the other direction Operating from the rear compartment G Warning When ope...

Page 99: ...e front roller sunblind can be opened fully again Y page 95 X If this is not the case repeat the steps above again X Make sure that the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel can be opened fully...

Page 100: ...sing and reopens again slightly X Immediately after the sliding sunroof blocks pull the 3 switch in the overhead control panel down to the point of resistance and hold it until the sliding sunroof is...

Page 101: ...Vehicle equipment 100 Correct driver s seat position 100 Seats 101 Steering wheel 107 Mirrors 109 Memory functions 111 99 Seats steering wheel and mirrors...

Page 102: ...e 104 When doing so make sure that you have adjusted the head restraint so that the back of your head is supported at eye level by the center of the head restraint Observe the safety guidelines on Y p...

Page 103: ...raint supports the back of the head at eye level Rnever place hands under the seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted Failure to do so could result in an accident and or serious p...

Page 104: ...behind the seats Otherwise you could damage the seats and the objects i The head restraints in the front seats are installed with the NECK PRO system For this reason it is not possible to remove the h...

Page 105: ...ou can use the seat switches on the driver s side to adjust the front passenger seat X To activate deactivate press button If the indicator lamp in button is lit you can access the following functions...

Page 106: ...Adjusting the head restraint height electrically X To adjust the head restraint height slide the switch for head restraint adjustment Y page 102 up or down in the direction of the arrow Adjusting the...

Page 107: ...ead will not be supported in the event of a collision That could cause serious or even fatal injuries Rear seat occupants can be seriously injured or killed Folding back the rear seat head restraints...

Page 108: ...witch B forwards or backwards X To adjust the backrest contour push or pull rocker switch A forwards or backwards X To adjust the position of the backrest contour push or pull rocker switch forwards o...

Page 109: ...hree blue indicator lamps in the buttons indicate the ventilation level you have selected i If the battery voltage is too low the seat ventilation may switch off X Make sure that the SmartKey is in po...

Page 110: ...e lever in the direction of arrow or Indicator lamp comes on or goes out Vehicles without KEYLESS GO the steering wheel heating is deactivated if you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock Vehicle...

Page 111: ...already reached the upper end stop The driver s seat only moves backwards if it is not already in the rearmost position Position of the steering wheel and the driver s seat for driving If you insert t...

Page 112: ...s you unlock the vehicle and then open the driver s or front passenger door i The mirrors do not fold out if they have been folded in manually Exterior mirror out of position If an exterior mirror has...

Page 113: ...the SmartKey in position 2 in the ignition lock and with the exterior mirror on the front passenger side activated use adjustment button to set the exterior mirror such that the rear wheel and curb ar...

Page 114: ...ntrol of the vehicle X Adjust the seat Y page 102 X On the driver s side adjust the steering wheel Y page 108 and the exterior mirrors Y page 109 X Press memory button M and press storage position but...

Page 115: ...Vehicle equipment 114 Introduction 114 At a glance 116 System settings 141 Navigation 148 Telephone 191 Audio 208 Video 235 Rear Seat Entertainment System 242 Vehicle 257 113 COMAND...

Page 116: ...ately 14m every second COMAND supplies you with information to help you select your route more easily and guide you conveniently and safely to your destination For safety reasons we encourage the driv...

Page 117: ...the work required Daimler recommends that you use an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for this purpose In particular work relevant to safety or on safety related systems must be carried out at a qualif...

Page 118: ...eat Entertainment System Raudio video connections on the screen Rear Seat Entertainment System Raudio video connections on the drive Rear Seat Entertainment System You can use COMAND to operate the fo...

Page 119: ...igher menu level in the current operating mode i You can also exit a menu by sliding the COMAND controller XVY or ZV X To switch to the basic display press and hold back button COMAND changes to the b...

Page 120: ...ection RInterior motion sensor you can arm or deactivate the interior motion sensor RTow away protection interior motion sensor you can arm or deactivate tow away protection and the interior motion se...

Page 121: ...avigation audio telephone and video feature additional menus This is indicated by triangle The following table lists the available menu items Main function bar allows you to call up the desired main f...

Page 122: ...USB Ambient lighting O City view Rear O Automatic mirror fold in function O Freeway information AUX O Locator lighting O Audio fadeout Audio off O Automatic locking SIRIUS service O Interior motion s...

Page 123: ...on the front passenger side including radio memory card MUSIC REGISTER Media Interface USB or AUX RIf you use the same medium on both sides you can both carry out the respective settings RThere must b...

Page 124: ...ghtness Do not place any objects in front of or behind the COMAND display and or do not secure any objects to the COMAND display Movement could otherwise be prevented when folding the display in out Y...

Page 125: ...lay surface when cleaning it as this could cause irreversible damage Remote control Overview You can use the remote control to operate the COMAND display SPLITVIEW and either one of the rear compartme...

Page 126: ...battery X Point the remote control at the rear compartment screen which has been selected for remote operation X Press button on the remote control The respective rear screen switches on or off i You...

Page 127: ...e Selecting channels via the channel presets Y page 209 Setting stations by entering the frequency manually Y page 209 Storing channels manually Y page 210 Selecting a track Y page 221 Selecting a dat...

Page 128: ...r audio mode e g Radio by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Selecting a menu item The following example describes how to select a station from the station presets in radio mode...

Page 129: ...pears Radio is highlighted Current audio operating mode Main function bar Audio menu X Press W the COMAND controller and confirm Radio The radio basic display appears with the waveband last selected X...

Page 130: ...ity names beginning with N The list entry most closely resembling the user s current entry is always highlighted at the top of the list NANTICOKE in the example All characters currently entered by the...

Page 131: ...ist entry press and hold the COMAND controller W until the address entry menu appears The accepted list entry is shown there Calling up the list as a selection list Select the desired city from the se...

Page 132: ...MAND controller and press W to confirm S is entered into the data field All characters are shown in black and can always be selected in the character bar The character bar offers characters correspond...

Page 133: ...set select p and press W to confirm The character set switches between upper lower case letters and digits X To change the language of the character bar select B and press W to confirm X Select the l...

Page 134: ...hold down the 8 button until the display in the status bar appears A confirmation tone sounds X Navigation announcements press the 8 button again i The navigation announcements are activated again if...

Page 135: ...r radio mode Adjusting treble and bass X Select Treble or Bass in the sound menu by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm An adjustment scale appears Adjusting the treble Last setti...

Page 136: ...ck of e g stereo recordings with a surround sound experience for every passenger It enables optimum playback of music and films on CD audio DVD or video DVD with multichannel audio formats such as MLP...

Page 137: ...may otherwise switch between stereo and mono and cause temporary sound distortions On some stereo recordings the sound characteristics may differ from conventional stereo playback Bang Olufsen sound s...

Page 138: ...ts on your Bang Olufsen sound system by playing high quality audio DVDs and CDs MP3 tracks should have a bit rate of at least 224 kbit s When playing using an iPod the bit rate should also be at least...

Page 139: ...or audio signal left R jack for audio signal right A Rear compartment screen You can connect an additional set of corded headphones to each rear compartment screen The connection socket is for headpho...

Page 140: ...the window Switching the screen on off If the key in the ignition lock is in position 0 or 1 or if the key is not in the ignition lock the rear screens will switch off after 30 minutes Before the scre...

Page 141: ...DVD drive is located in the center behind the front seats CD DVD slot AUX right hand R jack for audio signal AUX left hand L jack for audio signal AUX jack for video signal V A CD DVD eject button The...

Page 142: ...the battery the headphones are switched off automatically if they do not receive a signal within three minutes Adjusting the volume of the headphones X Turn volume control until you have reached the d...

Page 143: ...lay off by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X To switch on the display press W or cVd turn the COMAND controller Display design Your COMAND display features optimized designs f...

Page 144: ...confirm X Select Time and press W to confirm To set the time Current date set automatically by COMAND X Set the time by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Setting the time date f...

Page 145: ...ion and voice control operation X Select Vehicle in the main function bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select System by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W t...

Page 146: ...will appear asking whether you wish to begin the second part X Select Yes or No and press W to confirm If you select No individualization will be canceled The data from the first part is stored autom...

Page 147: ...COMAND to find and display it For the setting procedures please see the operating instructions for the Bluetooth device i Once a mobile phone has been connected reception and transmission volume may c...

Page 148: ...ready full you will be requested to de authorize a device Y page 147 If COMAND does not detect your Bluetooth device external authorization may be necessary Y page 147 i When subsequently called up ag...

Page 149: ...ter the passcode on the Bluetooth device and then on COMAND Displaying the details of a Bluetooth device X In the Bluetooth device list select the desired device by turning cVd the COMAND controller X...

Page 150: ...on memory and in the list of previous destinations in the navigation system Resetting is recommended before selling or transferring ownership of your vehicle for example X Select Vehicle in the main f...

Page 151: ...icle before first use or whenever operational status is restored Therefore you may have to drive for a while before precise route guidance is possible GPS reception Among other things correct function...

Page 152: ...orts into consideration RDynamic Route same route type as Fast Route In addition COMAND takes any traffic reports received regarding the route into account during route guidance The navigation system...

Page 153: ...stination memory Rentering a destination from the list of last destinations Rentering a destination using the map Rentering an intermediate stop Rentering a point of interest Entering a destination by...

Page 154: ...rning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm A menu with the available lists appears RLast States Provinces RStates U S RProvinces Canada X To select a list turn cVd the COMAND controller an...

Page 155: ...g characters in navigation mode entering a city section Y page 127 Option 2 street list as selection list List of street names X Select a street by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to con...

Page 156: ...n message In this case the display will be grayed out Option 2 route guidance is already active if route guidance is already active a prompt will appear asking whether you wish to terminate the curren...

Page 157: ...haracter bar F To cancel an entry G List X Confirm the entry with W If COMAND is able to assign the ZIP code unambiguously to a specific address the address entry menu appears again The ZIP code appea...

Page 158: ...aracters using city input as an example can be found in the Entering characters in navigation mode entering a city section Y page 127 List entry most closely resembling the characters entered so far L...

Page 159: ...n system menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select From Last Destinations and press W to confirm Last destinations list Last destination X Select the desired destin...

Page 160: ...ique address a selection list X Select a destination by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm If the destination is within the limits of the digital map COMAND attempts to assign th...

Page 161: ...form of a name and their position in relation to the route and your direction of travel i For intermediate stops that are not located along the calculated route the linear distance is shown If COMAND...

Page 162: ...erest in the vicinity of the destination Entering a point of interest in the vicinity of the destination is only possible when route guidance is active X Select Destination Area from the menu and pres...

Page 163: ...nformation than the state province and the city alphabetically sorted categories and points of interest sorted by distance within the vicinity of the address entered are available Rpoint of interest u...

Page 164: ...t of interest from the destination entered Selecting a point of interest X Select the point of interest by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The full address of the point of int...

Page 165: ...ble in the selected visible map section X To switch on navigation mode press the S function button once or twice X To show the menu press W the COMAND controller X Select Destination in the navigation...

Page 166: ...tion mode If you do not follow the navigation announcements or if you leave the calculated route COMAND automatically calculates a new route to the destination If the digital map contains the correspo...

Page 167: ...shorter the nearer you get to the announced change of direction Change of direction phase COMAND announces the imminent change of direction In the example the Now turn right announcement is made 90 f...

Page 168: ...al representation of the distance to the next change of direction A Distance to the next change of direction B Possible lane light blue C Recommended lane dark blue D Lane not recommended gray E Curre...

Page 169: ...the relevant legal requirements Example display car pool lane Roadway marking Marking in COMAND Information in the multifunction display The lane recommendations are also shown in the multifunction di...

Page 170: ...tton during an announcement You will briefly see the message The driving instructions have been muted X To switch on press W the COMAND controller X Confirm in the navigation menu by pressing W i COMA...

Page 171: ...route The display now shows a split screen view On the left hand side one or more alternative routes are shown from start to destination The current route is highlighted dark blue other alternative ro...

Page 172: ...tion button once or twice X To show the menu press the COMAND controller W X Select Route in the navigation menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Route Browser...

Page 173: ...n announcements and displays on roads known to the system Example display route guidance to an off road destination Off road destination Off road route section blue dashes Current vehicle position the...

Page 174: ...ill temporarily be unable to locate the vehicle position on the digital map and thus considers the vehicle to be in an off road position In the display you will see the Street unknown message an arrow...

Page 175: ...on if route guidance is active and the route passes through the blocked area The XXXX icons can appear in conjunction with this icon Yellow line with arrows Incidents Possible traffic blocks e g roadw...

Page 176: ...ning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The list shows all the roads areas or regions for which traffic reports are available 1 Country code 2 Road concerned i A traffic report may refer...

Page 177: ...the route X To end the read aloud function select Cancel Read aloud Function and press W to confirm or X Press the 8 button briefly The read aloud function automatically interrupts COMAND as it recal...

Page 178: ...l see a message and then the address menu with the selected address Start is highlighted automatically If a home address has already been stored you will see a prompt asking you whether the My Address...

Page 179: ...lect Save with Name and press W to confirm X Select a category e g Home and press W to confirm The input menu appears with data fields and the character bar Example display saving a destination with a...

Page 180: ...tination You see a message to this effect If you select No the process will be canceled i If the navigable address data for the destination being deleted is also assigned to an address book entry COMA...

Page 181: ...ious destinations X To switch on navigation mode press the S function button once or twice X To show the menu press the COMAND controller W X Select Destination in the navigation menu bar by turning c...

Page 182: ...tched on Y page 183 Hiding the crosshair and centering the map on the vehicle position or destination X Press the button The crosshair disappears and the map is set to the vehicle position or X Set th...

Page 183: ...s up the map projection reproduces the curvature of the earth and the orange point of the icon points north R 3D map the map is displayed so that the heading is always up and with elevation or terrain...

Page 184: ...ll countries As a result certain point of interest icons may not be displayed on the map even if the icon display is switched on X To exit the menu press the back button Map information in the display...

Page 185: ...the Move map function you can see additional data depending on the position of the crosshair such as a road name if the digital map supports this data Activating deactivating the topographical map Th...

Page 186: ...ed from an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Traffic information on the map Traffic information can be shown on the map if you have a subscription to the SIRIUS XM Satellite Radio Traffic Message Servic...

Page 187: ...enu press the COMAND controller W X Select Navi in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select SIRIUS Service and press W to confirm Regis...

Page 188: ...r battery is not sufficiently charged COMAND may end the process automatically in order to preserve the battery Therefore keep the engine running during the installation process G Warning Never leave...

Page 189: ...data has already been installed A message appears informing you that the map data has already been installed and a prompt asks you whether the map software should be installed anyway X Select Yes or...

Page 190: ...sage appears asking you to insert the second DVD Follow the instructions on the display X To leave the installation process running to the end without canceling do not carry out any further operations...

Page 191: ...restricted during the determination of the vehicle s position When positioning is complete route guidance is resumed with navigation announcements and route guidance displays Problem Possible causes...

Page 192: ...e hard disk once more The message will then reappear X Consult an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Problem Possible causes consequences and M Solutions You will see a message informing you that the DVD...

Page 193: ...ver from using a cellular mobile phone while driving a vehicle 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 every...

Page 194: ...sit http www mbusa mobile com or call the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 800 367 6372 US or Customer Relations at 1 800 387 0100 Canada The battery of the mobile phon...

Page 195: ...cs Example of display Bluetooth telephones list Currently connected and authorized mobile phone Mobile phone not within range but previously authorized symbol appears in gray Newly detected mobile pho...

Page 196: ...y also need to enter a confirmation in your mobile phone to connect calls Please check your mobile phone display If the Error during authorization process message appears on the COMAND display you may...

Page 197: ...list X Select Options by sliding VY and press W to confirm X Select Details and press W to confirm The following information concerning the selected mobile phone is shown RBluetooth name RBluetooth a...

Page 198: ...cted or not Reception and transmission volume Once the mobile phone has been authorized you can optimize the transmission and reception volume settings Find out more information regarding the optimal...

Page 199: ...main application The display switches to the telephone display after you accept the call After the call is finished you see the display of the previous main application again Making a call Entering a...

Page 200: ...enu Y page 196 X To switch off select Mike off and press W to confirm If the microphone is switched off the display shows the Q icon and the The microphone has been switched off message appears for a...

Page 201: ...f you continue to operate functions on the mobile phone the COMAND display may differ from that of the mobile phone Calling additional parties You can call a second person while on the phone with some...

Page 202: ...lected will be transmitted immediately X To send a phone book entry as a DTMF sequence select Name by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select the desired phone book entry and...

Page 203: ...ons in the telephone basic menu by sliding V and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Download contacts and press W to confirm X Select From memory card or Via Bluetooth a...

Page 204: ...lect X To call a contact select by sliding ZV or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm i The phone book is also available via the on board computer Y page 374 Calling up contacts us...

Page 205: ...an address book entry which includes the complete navigable address data i Automatically imported contacts cannot be edited They have to be saved first to be copied to the COMAND address book X Call...

Page 206: ...ontacts cannot be deleted Y page 200 Calling a number stored in an entry Using the phone book X Select Name in the telephone basic menu by sliding V and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W t...

Page 207: ...book entry with or without a voice tag symbol X Select Options by sliding V and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Voice tag and press W to confirm X Select Add or Edit...

Page 208: ...k COMAND displays the phone number in the call list You can store this entry The entry will then appear in the call list either as the phone number not used yet or as the name already used Storing as...

Page 209: ...wn in gray if the selected list entry has already been saved X Select Add and press W to confirm X Select a category for the number e g Home and press W to confirm X Select a category for the phone e...

Page 210: ...2 X Select Audio in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm If radio mode was the last mode selected it will now be active If another audio mo...

Page 211: ...controller and press W to confirm or X Press W the COMAND controller when the display selection window is active The station preset menu appears The dot indicates under which preset the currently sele...

Page 212: ...found COMAND stores them starting at memory slot 1 Storing is complete when the highest frequency has been reached or when 10 stations have been found Stations stored manually in the preset memory wil...

Page 213: ...ction is only available for analog FM programs and digital AM FM programs HD Radio Information relevant to the current station is shown below the main function bar X Select Radio in the radio display...

Page 214: ...wn in the illustrations are dependent on the program broadcast by the respective radio station The program contents may vary The sub programs and programs shown in the illustrations in this manual may...

Page 215: ...oller and press W to confirm The audio menu appears X Select HD Radio by sliding ZV the COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Info in the HD Radio display by sliding ZV the COMAND controll...

Page 216: ...da com Canada Once the connection has been established X Follow the instructions of the service staff The activation process may take up to ten minutes If the activation is completed successfully the...

Page 217: ...tegory list appears X To select a category select a category by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The category selected is shown in the display You hear the station last selecte...

Page 218: ...er this preset X Select a preset by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press and hold W until you hear a tone or X Press and hold a number button e g 4 until you hear a tone The channel is stored u...

Page 219: ...t available during the update process When the update has been completed the satellite radio main menu appears The station last selected is played Sound settings You will find details on the sound set...

Page 220: ...X To remove a disc press respective button X Remove the CD DVD from slot If the CD DVD is not removed from slot it will be automatically drawn in again after a short while X To remove all discs press...

Page 221: ...ory card and press W to confirm The desired disc mode is activated X Select an audio medium from the media list Y page 221 Example display audio CD mode Date medium type Track number Disc number Disc...

Page 222: ...press W to confirm The display changes to X To continue playback select and press W to confirm Playback continues from the point where it was interrupted The display changes to Stop function This func...

Page 223: ...data medium by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm i If you select a video DVD the system switches to video DVD mode Y page 236 Selecting a track using the number keypad X Press...

Page 224: ...y field appears The number of positions offered corresponds to the number of tracks on the CD DVD Only numbers that correspond to a track number on the CD DVD can be entered X Enter the desired track...

Page 225: ...note Media Database by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Switch the function on O or off Updating Gracenote music recognition technology and the Gracenote Media Database The dig...

Page 226: ...display in the display selection window See the example of the display in audio CD mode Y page 219 i The Normal track sequence option is automatically selected when you change the medium you are curre...

Page 227: ...play back are generally subject to copyright protection in accordance with the applicable international and national regulations In many countries reproductions even for private use are not permitted...

Page 228: ...C REGISTER was the last mode selected it is now switched on If another audio source is switched on you can now switch on the MUSIC REGISTER in the audio menu X Select Music Register and press W to con...

Page 229: ...tion in the media list X Select Start and press W to confirm Copying begins The progress bar indicates the status of the copying procedure X To exit without copying files select Back and press W to co...

Page 230: ...ee the contents of the current folder X To switch to the superordinate folder select the U icon and press W to confirm The display changes to the next folder up Changing the folder track name Folder s...

Page 231: ...f delivery are required to connect external devices to the Media Interface i Store individual parts in a safe place Use only genuine Mercedes Benz connecting cables You can connect the following data...

Page 232: ...e is being activated if RCOMAND does not support the device connected Rtwo devices are connected Rthe connected device consumes too much power Rthe Media Interface connection is faulty i Where necessa...

Page 233: ...e D Sound settings E Media list F Album name if available G Categories playlists and or folders H Artist if available I Playback options Type of device connected is indicated by the corresponding icon...

Page 234: ...Artists RAlbums RTrack RPodcasts RGenres RComposers RAudiobooks i Some playback categories contain the entry All If this entry has been selected the entire content of the category selected will be pla...

Page 235: ...turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The available artists are displayed X Press the corresponding number key once or several times to select the first letter of the artist s name...

Page 236: ...s the option selected X Select an option and press W to confirm Separate USB connection In addition to the USB connection on the Media Interface there is another USB connection in the glove box This c...

Page 237: ...ts are much louder If necessary please deactivate the system messages or adjust their volume manually Increasing the volume In some cases the volume of the external audio device may be quieter or loud...

Page 238: ...those of others COMAND does not contain any parts that can be serviced by the user For safety reasons all maintenance work must be carried out by qualified aftersales technicians G Warning Only when...

Page 239: ...times Function restrictions Depending on the DVD it is possible that certain functions or actions will be temporarily blocked or may not function at all As soon as you try to activate these functions...

Page 240: ...until the desired position is reached You see the navigation menu Selecting a video DVD X Press W the COMAND controller to show the menu X Select Media by sliding V and turning cVd the COMAND control...

Page 241: ...the film is running or skip forwards step by step Some DVDs do not permit this at certain points e g during the opening credits It may also be possible to select the scene chapter from within the menu...

Page 242: ...ND executes the action Make a selection from the further options if necessary COMAND then switches back to the DVD menu i Depending on the DVD it is possible that the Back to the movie Play Stop or Go...

Page 243: ...possible that the settings may also be accessed in the DVD menu Y page 240 X Press W the COMAND controller to show the menu X Select DVD V in the menu by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W...

Page 244: ...lume cannot be reached On some devices it is possible to adjust the volume separately In this case start at a medium volume and increase it gradually This enables you to determine whether the system i...

Page 245: ...or immediately if a child should swallow a battery Do not dismantle short circuit or burn a battery H Environmental note Dispose of discharged batteries in an environmentally responsible manner In the...

Page 246: ...upwards Right hand battery the positive pole must face downwards X To close the battery compartment press the battery compartment lid downwards until it clips into place If the batteries have been ins...

Page 247: ...Rselecting a track from a track list or folder Rusing the play pause and stop functions Rfast forwarding rewinding or scrolling Rcalling up the DVD menu and navigating within it Rsetting the language...

Page 248: ...splay language X Select System using the 9 button on the remote control and press 9 to confirm You see the system menu on the selected rear screen X Select Settings using the button and press the 9 bu...

Page 249: ...an be serviced by the user For safety reasons have any necessary service work performed by qualified personnel General notes You will find information on the following topics in the Audio section Rnot...

Page 250: ...is random Selecting by track list In audio CD mode the track list contains all tracks on the disc currently playing In audio DVD mode the track list contains all tracks in the currently active group...

Page 251: ...nd press the 9 button to confirm The display shows the next folder level up Folder selection symbol Folder icon X Select a folder using the 9 buttons and press the 9 button to confirm You will see the...

Page 252: ...ck options is available in the Audio section Y page 224 X Select CD DVD A or MP3 using the buttons on the remote control and press the 9 button to confirm The options list appears The dot indicates th...

Page 253: ...mode X Insert a video DVD The Rear Seat Entertainment System loads the disc If disc mode was the last mode selected it will now be active If it was not switch on video DVD mode as described in the fo...

Page 254: ...errupt playback select and press the 9 button to confirm The display changes to M The video image is hidden X To continue playback select M and press the 9 button to confirm Playback continues from th...

Page 255: ...n the remote control to confirm X Select DVD functions and press the 9 button to confirm X Select Title selection and press the 9 button to confirm X To call up the selection list press the 9 button X...

Page 256: ...or select the corresponding menu item in the DVD menu X Option 2 select any menu item in the DVD menu and press the 9 button to confirm X Select the Back to the movie menu item in the menu and press t...

Page 257: ...or further details about external video sources please consult an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Connecting AUX equipment AUX drive The AUX drive jacks are located on the CD DVD drive on the right ne...

Page 258: ...COMAND controller and press W to confirm X Select Active source for rear and press W to confirm In the status bar at the top you will see the headphones icon and the _ icon for the source that has bee...

Page 259: ...liding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Opening from the Vehicle menu X Select Vehicle in the main function bar by sliding XVY and turning cVd the COMAND controller and...

Page 260: ...rm The main area is active X Select the Rear window blind function by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Activating deactivating the automatic folding mirror In th...

Page 261: ...xit feature menu by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller The EASY ENTRY EXIT feature menu appears The current setting is indicated by a dot X Select Setting by sliding ZV or turning cVd th...

Page 262: ...ting on a scale of 0 off to 5 bright X To set the ambient lighting select Vehicle in the main function bar by sliding XVY and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The main area is...

Page 263: ...he main function bar by sliding XVY and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm The main area is active X Select the Automatic locking function by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAN...

Page 264: ...slide ZV or turn cVd the COMAND controller X To confirm the selection press W the COMAND controller Setting the air distribution You can set the air distribution separately for the driver s side and f...

Page 265: ...ehumidification on off Rcontrol climate control centrally Mono Radjust the Footwell temperature Rset the Airflow for the air vents Roperate the Rear air conditioning from the front Rset the Auxiliary...

Page 266: ...f if you Rchange settings for automatic climate control on the front passenger side using COMAND Rpress one of the rocker switches to operate automatic climate control on the front passenger side Rpre...

Page 267: ...system from the front The rear compartment air conditioning system is operated in the same way as climate control for the driver and front passenger Switching on operation of the rear compartment air...

Page 268: ...When you press the T function button the previously adjusted seat is active X To adjust the lumbar support select by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Multiconto...

Page 269: ...lows you to adjust the air cushions in the seat side bolsters X Select the seat Y page 266 X Select Seat sides by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm A scale appear...

Page 270: ...XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm A scale appears X Select Setting by sliding ZV or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm Resetting adjustments You ca...

Page 271: ...tely 6 to 20 minutes depending on the setting Uploading downloading data With this function you can transfer COMAND data from one system vehicle to another system vehicle You can use either a USB stic...

Page 272: ...e the storage medium Transferring data to another system vehicle X Insert connect the storage medium SD card or USB stick with the saved data into to the relevant interface X Select Vehicle in the mai...

Page 273: ...Vehicle equipment 272 Exterior lighting 272 Interior lighting 277 Changing bulbs 278 Windshield wipers 281 271 Lights and windshield wipers...

Page 274: ...ries Convert to asymmetrical low beam after returning have the headlamps converted back to asymmetrical low beam at a qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as po...

Page 275: ...te activate the daytime running lamps function in the on board computer Y page 377 X Turn the light switch to or c When the engine is on depending on the ambient light the daytime running lamps or the...

Page 276: ...as it will go The green N indicator lamp on the light switch goes out Rear fog lamps X To switch on the rear fog lamp turn the key in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the engine X Turn the li...

Page 277: ...yclists RRoad users whose lighting is obstructed e g road users behind a guardrail RIn some seldom cases even road users with a lighting system of their own may be recognized too late or not at all Th...

Page 278: ...oes out High beam flasher X To switch on turn the key in the ignition lock to position 1 or 2 or start the engine X Pull the combination switch briefly in the direction of arrow Hazard warning lamps T...

Page 279: ...more than three minutes Headlamps fogged up on the inside The headlamps may fog up on the inside if there is high atmospheric humidity X Drive with the headlamps switched on The headlamps clear up aft...

Page 280: ...is by the following the cone of light from the Xenon bulbs moves from the top to the bottom and back again when you start the engine For this to be observed the lights must be switched on before start...

Page 281: ...bare hands Even minor contamination can burn into the glass surface and reduce the service life of the bulbs Always use a lint free cloth or only touch the base of the bulb when installing Only use b...

Page 282: ...p vehicles with LED daytime running lamps infrared light Night View Assist Plus Due to their location have the bulbs in the left hand headlamp changed at a qualified specialist workshop e g an authori...

Page 283: ...ombination switch to the corresponding position Intermittent wiping with rain sensor due to optical influences and the windshield becoming dirty in dry weather conditions the windshield wipers may be...

Page 284: ...Set the windshield wipers to position on the combination switch X Press the Start Stop button repeatedly until the windshield wipers start X When the wiper arms have reached a vertical position press...

Page 285: ...rative The windshield wiper drive is malfunctioning X Select another wiper speed on the combination switch X Have the windshield wipers checked at a qualified specialist workshop Windshield wipers 283...

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Page 287: ...Vehicle equipment 286 Overview of climate control sys tems 286 Operating the climate control sys tems 288 Setting the air vents 294 285 Climate control...

Page 288: ...mate control is only operational when the engine is running19 Optimum operation is only achieved when you drive with the side windows and tilt sliding sunroof panorama roof with power tilt sliding pan...

Page 289: ...Activates deactivates air recirculation mode Only use air recirculation mode briefly e g if there are unpleasant outside odors or when in a tunnel The windows could otherwise fog up as in air recircul...

Page 290: ...ure to 72 22 Operating the climate control systems Switching climate control on off Important information G Warning When the climate control system is deactivated the outside air supply and circulatio...

Page 291: ...switch off the cooling function the vehicle will not be cooled when weather conditions are warm The windows can fog up more quickly Window fogging may impair visibility and endanger you and others Co...

Page 292: ...panel using the Y rear compartment function X Set the desired temperature X To switch on press the rocker switch up or down The indicator lamp in the rocker switch lights up X To switch off press the...

Page 293: ...tion lock X To increase reduce press rocker switch H or M up or down Y page 287 Only change the temperature setting in small increments Start at 72 22 Setting the footwell temperature The footwell tem...

Page 294: ...inside of the windshield and the side windows i You should only select the defrosting function until the windshield is clear again X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock X To switch o...

Page 295: ...ch up or down The indicator lamp in the rocker switch lights up or goes out Problems with the rear window heating The rear window heating has deactivated itself prematurely or cannot be activated X Sw...

Page 296: ...ss the rocker switch up or down The indicator lamp in the rocker switch goes out i Residual heat is deactivated automatically Rafter about 30 minutes Rwhen the ignition is switched on Rif the battery...

Page 297: ...contents The level of airflow depends on the airflow and air distribution settings Close the air vent when heating the vehicle At high outside temperatures open the air vent and activate the cooling...

Page 298: ...t rear compartment air conditioning system close the rear compartment air vents when heating mode is activated as no warm air flows through the rear vents in the basic heating setting Setting the rear...

Page 299: ...Vehicle equipment 298 Notes on breaking in a new vehicle 298 Driving 298 Automatic transmission 306 Refueling 313 Parking 316 Driving tips 319 Driving systems 323 297 Driving and parking...

Page 300: ...road and engine speeds Additional breaking in notes for AMG vehicles RFor the first 1000 miles 1500 km do not exceed a speed of 85 mph 140 km h ROnly allow the engine to briefly reach a maximum engin...

Page 301: ...tion is switched on all the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster light up The indicator lamps of the high beam headlamps or the turn signal lamps only light up if the high beam headlamps or the t...

Page 302: ...e pedal Start Stop button USA only Canada only X Position 0 if Start Stop button has not yet been pressed this corresponds to the SmartKey being removed from the ignition X Position 1 press Start Stop...

Page 303: ...cle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious personal injury i The Start Stop button can be used to start the vehicle without inserting the SmartKey in the...

Page 304: ...vehicle is held for around one second X Pull away Hill start assist will not function if Ryou are pulling away on a level road or a downhill gradient Rthe transmission is in position N Rthe electric p...

Page 305: ...erior has been reached Rthe battery is sufficiently charged Rthe system detects that the windshield is not fogged up when the air conditioning system is switched on Rthe hood is closed Rno engine rele...

Page 306: ...57 The ECO symbol and the Stop Start active display message is shown in the multifunction display If not all conditions for automatic engine switch off Y page 303 are fulfilled the Stop Start inactive...

Page 307: ...o signals cause KEYLESS GO to malfunction Avoid excessively long and frequent attempts to start the engine as these will drain the battery If the engine does not start after several attempts X Consult...

Page 308: ...if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit so...

Page 309: ...ry if the vehicle is braked to a standstill with neutral N engaged and the brake depressed For further information on the ECO start stop function Y page 302 Shifting to neutral N X When the vehicle is...

Page 310: ...CO start stop function Y page 302 Shifting to transmission position D X When the vehicle is stationary depress the brake pedal X Push the DIRECT SELECT lever down past the first point of resistance Tr...

Page 311: ...atically All forward gears are available Gearshifting The automatic transmission shifts to the individual gears automatically when it is in transmission position D This automatic gearshifting behavior...

Page 312: ...ng i For further information on Automatic drive program Y page 311 AMG vehicles only change from automatic drive program C or S to manual drive program M when the vehicle is stationary X Press program...

Page 313: ...hill gradients and on long downhill stretches Restricting the shift range X Pull the left hand steering wheel paddle shifter The shift range is restricted i In order to prevent the engine from overrev...

Page 314: ...ed area of the tachometer There is otherwise a risk of engine damage X Pull the right hand steering wheel paddle shifter Y page 310 The automatic transmission shifts up to the next gear Before the eng...

Page 315: ...enter for a performance test Mercedes Benz recommends that you use an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for this purpose To prevent ESP from intervening the ignition must be switched off SmartKey or the...

Page 316: ...ll find information about the fuel grade on the pump If you cannot find the label on the gasoline pump ask the gas station staff You can find further information under Fuel Y page 512 by consulting an...

Page 317: ...pletely insert the filler neck of the fuel pump nozzle into the tank and refuel X Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle switches off Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the fuel system Closing X...

Page 318: ...be ignited and cause a vehicle fire Unintended vehicle movement could cause serious personal injury or damage to the vehicle or the vehicle drivetrain To reduce such risks always do the following bef...

Page 319: ...ts to N If you then open the driver s or front passenger door the automatic transmission shifts to P automatically i In an emergency you can turn off the engine while the vehicle is in motion by press...

Page 320: ...illed Rthe engine is switched off Rthe driver s door is open and the seat belt is not fastened Rthe hood is released Rthe trunk lid is opened while the automatic transmission is in position R Rthe veh...

Page 321: ...tance of 44 feet approximately 14 m every second Drive sensibly save fuel To save fuel observe the following notes X Keep tires at the recommended inflation pressures X Remove unnecessary cargo X Remo...

Page 322: ...d authorized Mercedes Benz technicians The engine settings must not be changed in any circumstances Furthermore all specific service work must be carried out at regular intervals and in accordance wit...

Page 323: ...mp lights up in the instrument cluster and you hear a warning tone while the engine is running the brake fluid level may be too low Observe additional warning messages in the multifunction display The...

Page 324: ...od Excessive high demand braking will cause correspondingly high brake wear Please be attentive to the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster and brake condition messages in the multifunction di...

Page 325: ...en acceleration steering and braking maneuvers Do not use cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS If the vehicle threatens to skid or cannot be stopped when moving at low speed X Shift the transmission to po...

Page 326: ...between the set speed and the maximum speed Storing and maintaining the current speed You can store the current speed if you are driving faster than 20 mph 30 km h X Accelerate the vehicle to the des...

Page 327: ...tored is increased or reduced Deactivating cruise control There are several ways to deactivate cruise control X Briefly press the cruise control lever forwards or X Brake Cruise control is automatical...

Page 328: ...wrong or missing distance warnings If you want DISTRONIC PLUS to assist you the radar sensor system must be activated Y page 378 and operational If there is no vehicle in front DISTRONIC PLUS operates...

Page 329: ...erwise you may not be able to recognize dangerous situations until it is too late This could cause an accident in which you and or others could be injured G Warning The Resume function should only be...

Page 330: ...C PLUS has either not recognized the collision risk has been deactivated or is malfunctioning Remember whether or not DISTRONIC PLUS is operating it is ultimately always the drivers responsibility to...

Page 331: ...l X Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you DISTRONIC PLUS is selected i DISTRONIC PLUS can only be activated at under 20 mph 30 km h if a vehicle in front has been detected Therefore the DI...

Page 332: ...e and must not be used for parking The DISTRONIC PLUS braking effect is canceled and the vehicle can start moving if RDISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated using the cruise control lever Ryou accelerate Rther...

Page 333: ...y pull the cruise control lever towards you X Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal DISTRONIC PLUS is activated and adopts either the current speed or adjusts to the last speed stored when it is...

Page 334: ...display function using the on board computer Y page 375 When DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated you will see the following in the multifunction display Symbol for activated PRE SAFE Brake Vehicle in front...

Page 335: ...tone You will see the DISTRONIC PLUS off message in the multifunction display for approximately five seconds Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUS Important safety guidelines The following contains des...

Page 336: ...different line The distance to the vehicle in front will be too short Other vehicles changing lanes DISTRONIC PLUS has not detected the vehicle cutting in yet The distance to this vehicle will be too...

Page 337: ...literature portfolio You may otherwise not receive all necessary safety information and warning for the operation of your vehicle Activation conditions You can activate the HOLD function if Rthe vehi...

Page 338: ...Your vehicle regulates its height automatically All round self leveling ensures the best possible suspension and constant ground clearance even with a laden vehicle When you drive fast the vehicle is...

Page 339: ...ve Damping System ADS automatically controls the calibration of the dampers and springs The damping is tuned individually to each wheel and depends on Ryour driving style e g sporty Rthe road surface...

Page 340: ...curb as the vehicle is lowered Your vehicle could otherwise be damaged i AMG vehicles the vehicle is lowered by about 0 4 in 10 mm when the engine is switched off Setting the vehicle level Select the...

Page 341: ...ves the traction of your vehicle whenever a drive wheel spins due to insufficient grip G Warning If a drive wheel is spinning due to insufficient traction RWhile driving off apply as little throttle a...

Page 342: ...bumper Sensors in the front bumper left hand side example Range of the sensors The sensors must be free of dirt ice and slush otherwise they may not function correctly Clean the sensors regularly tak...

Page 343: ...PARKTRONIC is operational if yellow segments showing operational readiness light up The selected transmission position determines which warning display is active when the engine is running Transmissi...

Page 344: ...ng aid with ultrasound Ultrasound is used to measure the road on both sides of the vehicle A suitable parking space is indicated by the parking symbol You receive steering instructions when parking Yo...

Page 345: ...ring the parking procedure Y page 341 RWhen transporting a load which protrudes from your vehicle you must not use Parking Guidance RNever use Parking Guidance with snow chains or an emergency spare w...

Page 346: ...ings when parking and maneuvering Otherwise you could endanger yourself and others X Stop the vehicle when the blue parking space symbol shows the desired parking space in the instrument cluster X Eng...

Page 347: ...ed lane and yellow lane overlap Lane is then marked in green and you hear a tone A white arrow and white bracket are shown to indicate the target position Driving to the final position Lane turns gree...

Page 348: ...of the responsibility to be cautious Take care and pay careful attention The rear view camera may not show objects which are Rvery close to the rear bumper Runder the rear bumper Rabove the trunk hand...

Page 349: ...e ground do not approach the object any closer than the red guide line Guide lines and show the approximate distance to the rear area Yellow guide line indicates a distance of approximately 3 ft 1 m a...

Page 350: ...rs in the multifunction display X If necessary take a break X Press a to confirm the message On long journeys take regular breaks in good time to allow yourself to rest properly If you do not take a b...

Page 351: ...Make sure no persons or animals are in the area in which you are maneuvering You could otherwise injure them i Infrared light is not visible to the human eye and therefore does not glare Night View As...

Page 352: ...are highlighted as well as pedestrians G Warning The pedestrian detection may be impaired or unavailable when Rpedestrians are obstructed fully or in part by other objects such as parking vehicles Rth...

Page 353: ...r conditioning settings Y page 293 and fold down the camera cover Y page 457 X To defrost the inside of the windshield fold down the camera cover Y page 457 and clean the windshield Y page 455 Driving...

Page 354: ...lines Blind Spot Assist uses a radar sensor system to monitor the areas on both sides of your vehicle Blind Spot Assist provides assistance at speeds higher than 20 mph 30 km h A warning display in th...

Page 355: ...e driving at that edge of their lane which is furthest away from your vehicle Always pay attention to traffic conditions and your surroundings Otherwise you may fail to recognize dangers in time cause...

Page 356: ...re yourself and others Collision warning If a vehicle is detected in the monitoring range of Blind Spot Assist and you switch on the turn signal a double warning tone sounds Red warning lamp flashes I...

Page 357: ...be given when a front wheel passes over a lane marking It will warn you by means of intermittent vibration in the steering wheel for up to 1 5 seconds In order that you are warned only when necessary...

Page 358: ...is not a substitute for attentive driving You are responsible for the vehicle s speed braking in good time and steering correctly Always adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weath...

Page 359: ...a severe impact or in the event of damage to the bumpers have the function of the radar sensors checked at a qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Active Blind Spot Assi...

Page 360: ...ders and apply the brakes Active Blind Spot Assist does not detect all traffic situations and road users Always make sure that there is sufficient distance to the side for other traffic or obstacles A...

Page 361: ...ne markings are worn away dark or covered up e g by dirt or snow Rthe distance to the vehicle in front is too small and the lane markings thus cannot be detected Rthe lane markings on the road are unc...

Page 362: ...t sufficient to bring your vehicle back to the original lane In such cases you must steer the vehicle yourself to ensure that it does not leave the lane Active Lane Keeping Assist does not detect road...

Page 363: ...tically if Ra driving safety system intervenes such as ESP PRE SAFE Brake or Active Blind Spot Assist Rlane markings can no longer be recognized Activating Active Lane Keeping Assist X Activate Active...

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Page 365: ...e equipment 364 Important safety notes 364 Displays and operation 364 Menus and submenus 367 Display messages 380 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 413 363 On board computer and di...

Page 366: ...do so with added caution Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible G Warning HYBRID vehicles It is imperative that you read the HYBRID Supplemental Operating Instructions include...

Page 367: ...nd is therefore unsuitable for that purpose Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice The road may still be icy especially in wooded ar...

Page 368: ...starts rapid scrolling through an audio video disc In the Telephone menu starts rapid scrolling through the phone book a Confirms selections and hides display messages In the Telephone menu switches...

Page 369: ...o menu Y page 370 AMG menu in AMG vehicles Y page 371 A Telephone menu Y page 374 B DriveAssist menu Y page 375 C Service menu Y page 377 RCalls up display messages Y page 380 RChecks the tire pressur...

Page 370: ...or more than four hours R999 hours have been exceeded R9999 miles have been exceeded When 9999 hours or 99999 miles have been exceeded the trip computer From Reset is automatically reset Displaying th...

Page 371: ...ons Further information Y page 164 X Activate COMAND Y page 131 X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the Navi menu Route guidance inactive Direction of travel Current road Route guida...

Page 372: ...ndicators of the navigation system RO you have reached the destination RNew Route COMAND is calculating the new route RDirection of Dest Off map or Direction of Dest Off mapped road the vehicle positi...

Page 373: ...pport this function If track information is stored on the audio device or medium the multifunction display will show the number and name of the track The current track does not appear in audio AUX mod...

Page 374: ...or Seconds indicator RACETIMER Lap You can start the RACETIMER when the engine is running or if the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock X To start press the W button to start the RACETIMER X To...

Page 375: ...his function is shown if you have stored at least one lap and stopped the RACETIMER X Press or on the steering wheel to select the AMG menu X Press the 9 button repeatedly until the overall evaluation...

Page 376: ...e calls you when you are in the Telephonemenu a display message appears in the multifunction display for example X Press 6 on the steering wheel to accept an incoming call If you are not in the Teleph...

Page 377: ...elect the desired name or number To scroll rapidly press and hold the or 9 button for longer than one second X Press the 6 or a button to start dialing Assistance menu Showing the distance display Thi...

Page 378: ...lect the DriveAssist menu X Press 9 or to select the Attention Assist menu X Press a The current selection is displayed X To activate deactivate press a again When ATTENTION ASSIST Y page 347 is activ...

Page 379: ...itch off the daytime running lamps at night make sure that the light switch is set to L or c The factory setting is Enabled X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the Settings menu X Pr...

Page 380: ...e steering wheel to select the Settings menu X Press 9 or to select Acoustic Lock Feedb X Press the a button to confirm X To activate deactivate press a again Activating deactivating the radar sensor...

Page 381: ...ton on the steering wheel to select the Settings menu X Press 9 or to select Radar Sensors X Press the a button to confirm X To activate deactivate press a again Menus and submenus 379 On board comput...

Page 382: ...ages have been remedied Certain display messages are accompanied by an audible warning tone or a continuous tone Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes...

Page 383: ...er Manual G Risk of accident ESP BAS PRE SAFE HOLD and hill start assist are temporarily unavailable BAS PLUS and PRE SAFE Brake may also have failed In addition the and warning lamps light up in the...

Page 384: ...e displayed X Visit a qualified specialist workshop G Risk of accident If the display message is shown and the warning lamp flashes at the same time ETS Electronic Traction System is deactivated The b...

Page 385: ...f Rthe DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator grill is dirty Rthe sensors in the bumpers are dirty Rits function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow Rthe radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative...

Page 386: ...t cluster X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 6 Rear Left SRS Malfunction Service Required or Rear Right SRS Malfunction Service Required G Risk of injury SRS has malfunctioned at the rear on the...

Page 387: ...end that you contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately to have the system checked Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident which could result in serious or fatal...

Page 388: ...to the seat The system may otherwise detect the additional weight and interpret the seat occupant s weight as greater than it actually is X Make sure that the seat is unoccupied and has no objects pl...

Page 389: ...mp and the multifunction display and check the following Seat unoccupied and ignition switched on Rthe 42 indicator lamp must light up and remain lit When the indicator lamp is on OCS Y page 48 has di...

Page 390: ...ove 20 km h If the display message disappears the functions mentioned above are available again If the display message continues to be displayed X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist wor...

Page 391: ...art assist are unavailable due to a malfunction BAS PLUS and PRE SAFE Brake may also have failed In addition the and warning lamps in the instrument cluster light up and a warning tone sounds ATTENTIO...

Page 392: ...minates and a warning tone sounds The electric parking brake is malfunctioning and the braking effect is restricted While the vehicle is in motion X Release the electric parking brake lever While the...

Page 393: ...e transmission to P X Use the folding wheel chock Y page 464 from the vehicle tool kit to secure the vehicle against rolling away X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The yellow F USA only Canada...

Page 394: ...n apply or release the electric parking brake If this does not release the electric parking brake X Do not drive on X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The yellow F USA only Canada only warning...

Page 395: ...only indicator lamp lights up You have attempted to release the electric parking brake with the ignition switched off X Key turn the key to position 1 in the ignition lock X KEYLESS GO switch on the...

Page 396: ...re permitted to change the bulb yourself Y page 278 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Left Low Beam or Check Right Low Beam The left or right hand low beam headlamp is faulty X Check...

Page 397: ...Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Y page 278 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Left High Beam or Check Right High Beam The left or right hand high beam is f...

Page 398: ...to change the bulb yourself Y page 278 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Front Left Sidemarker Lamp or Check Front Right Sidemarker Lamp The left or right front side marker lamp is f...

Page 399: ...ng tone also sounds X Turn the light switch to or c or X If the rear fog lamp is switched on press the light switch in to the stop Adaptive High beam Assist Inoperative Adaptive Highbeam Assist is fau...

Page 400: ...aying attention to road and traffic conditions X Open the hood X Check whether the poly V belt is torn If the poly V belt is torn Do not continue driving The engine could otherwise overheat X Consult...

Page 401: ...X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 4 Check Engine Oil at Next Refueling Vehicles with oil dipstick the oil level has dropped to a critical level X Check the oil level Y page 447 X If necessary a...

Page 402: ...the engine or to the catalytic converter X Have the excess oil siphoned off at a qualified specialist workshop Observe the legal requirements 4 Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Measured Vehicles without an...

Page 403: ...ly Unavailable The temperature of the camera is too high X Wait until you see the Night View Assist Available Again display message You can also X Fold the camera cover down Y page 457 X Adjust the ai...

Page 404: ...soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Engage the parking brake X Wait until the display message disappears before pulling away G Risk of accident AIRMATIC is faulty A warn...

Page 405: ...der or the tires could be damaged if the steering movement is too large X Listen for scraping sounds X Visit a qualified specialist workshop ABC Vehicle Rising Please Wait Briefly The ABC vehicle leve...

Page 406: ...Active Lane Keeping Assist is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Blind Spot Assist Currently Unavailable See Oper Manual Active Blind Spot Assist Currently Unavailable See Oper Manual Bli...

Page 407: ...y when you are driving at a speed of less than 19 mph 30 km h X Clean the sensors Y page 456 X Restart the engine If the parking space symbol is still not displayed in the multifunction display when y...

Page 408: ...rs if Rthe dirt e g slush drops away while the vehicle is in motion Rthe system detects that the sensors are fully available again Rthe system is within the operating temperature range If the display...

Page 409: ...g 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 unevenly increase stopping distance...

Page 410: ...e difference between the wheels is too great X Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity If necessary correct the tire pressure Y page 487 X Restart the tire pressure monitor Y page 489 Wheel S...

Page 411: ...position R or D X Shift the transmission to position P or N Auxiliary Battery Malfunction white display message The auxiliary battery for the automatic transmission is no longer being charged X Visit...

Page 412: ...lid is open X Close the trunk lid M G Risk of accident The hood is open X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Engage the parkin...

Page 413: ...e ignition lock X Take the KEYLESS GO key with you when leaving the vehicle Key Not Detected red display message The KEYLESS GO key is not in the vehicle A warning tone also sounds If the engine is sw...

Page 414: ...KEYLESS GO key in the ignition lock if necessary Key Detected In Vehicle The KEYLESS GO key has been detected inside the vehicle during locking X Remove the KEYLESS GO key from the vehicle Remove Sta...

Page 415: ...r and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions Do not continue driving under any circumstances X Engage the parking brake X Consult a qualified speci...

Page 416: ...goes out G Risk of injury There are objects on the front passenger seat X Remove the objects from the front passenger seat and stow them in a secure place The warning lamp goes out 7 The red seat belt...

Page 417: ...rkshop The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running G Risk of accident ABS is temporarily unavailable Therefore ABS BAS BAS PLUS ESP EBD PRE SAFE PRE SAFE Brake the HOLD function and...

Page 418: ...E SAFE Brake the HOLD function and hill start assist are not available either due to a malfunction The brake system continues to function normally but without the functions listed above The wheels cou...

Page 419: ...ASSIST26 is deactivated X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 6 The red SRS warning lamp is lit while the...

Page 420: ...n as the Check Engine warning lamp lights up If necessary check whether this is the case in the state province you are in The yellow reserve fuel warning lamp flashes while the engine is running The f...

Page 421: ...st one of the tires X Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking maneuvers Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so X Observe the additional display messages in the mul...

Page 422: ...ty to maintain correct tire pressure even if underinflation has not reached the level at which the low tire pressure indicator lamp of the TPMS lights up USA only Your vehicle has also been equipped w...

Page 423: ...Vehicle equipment 422 Loading guidelines 422 Stowage compartments 422 Stowage areas 425 Features 427 421 Loading stowing and features...

Page 424: ...ad never exceed the maximum permissible gross vehicle weight or the permissible axle loads for the vehicle including occupants The values are specified on the vehicle identification plate on the B pil...

Page 425: ...stance call button Y page 435 and MB Info call button E Y page 436 are in the stowage compartment under the armrest i In the stowage compartment there is a partition which can be used to divide up the...

Page 426: ...or lean your bodyweight on the armrests when they are folded out as you could damage them Close the cover of the stowage compartment before folding the rear seat armrest back into the seat backrest Ve...

Page 427: ...ackrests Stowage areas Parcel nets G Warning Parcel nets are intended for storing light weight items only such as road maps mail etc Heavy objects objects with sharp edges or fragile objects may not b...

Page 428: ...floor Stowage well for suitcases Rear stowage compartment In the S 600 model you can fold the rear part of the trunk floor forwards Stowage well Stowage compartment Roof carrier Important safety note...

Page 429: ...s to observe before use G Warning In order to help prevent spilling liquids on vehicle occupants and or vehicle equipment only use containers that fit into the cup holder Use lids on open containers a...

Page 430: ...ithout Rear Seat Entertainment System Vehicles with Rear Seat Entertainment System X To open fold down the rear armrest X Press the marking on the front of cup holder X To close slide the cup holder b...

Page 431: ...t or the memory function If children open a door they could injure other persons or get out of the vehicle and injure themselves or be injured by following traffic Do not expose the child restraint sy...

Page 432: ...e cover forwards until it engages X To remove insert hold insert by the ribbing at the sides and lift it up and out X To reinstall the insert press insert into the holder until it engages X To close p...

Page 433: ...injured by following traffic Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight The child restraint system s metal parts for example could become very hot and the child could be burned on th...

Page 434: ...annot carry out any of the steps mentioned the system may not be activated If you have any questions concerning activation please contact one of the following service hotlines RUSA Response Center und...

Page 435: ...button does not come on during the system self test RThe indicator lamp in Information button E does not come on during the system self test RThe indicator lamp in the SOS button Roadside Assistance b...

Page 436: ...n after the emergency call has been initiated If the vehicle occupants are able to respond the Response Center will attempt to obtain more detailed information on the emergency i If no vehicle occupan...

Page 437: ...ommands are not available A voice connection is established between the Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance Representative and the vehicle occupants X Describe the type of assistance needed The Mercedes...

Page 438: ...e nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center and on further products and services offered by Mercedes Benz USA Further details on the mbrace system can be found under http www mbusa com31 Log in under Ow...

Page 439: ...EAID Specifying and sending the destination address i Information about specific commands such as address entry or sending an address can be found on either of the website s Each website works differe...

Page 440: ...no longer in the vicinity of the vehicle it can be locked for you by the Response Center The vehicle can be locked remotely up to four days after the ignition was last switched off X Contact the foll...

Page 441: ...age When programming a garage door opener the door moves up or down When programming a gate operator the gate opens or closes Do not use the integrated remote control with any garage door opener that...

Page 442: ...once per second after 20 seconds have elapsed X Keep the transmitter button depressed X Point transmitter button B of garage door remote control A towards the transmitter buttons on the rear view mir...

Page 443: ...g If you have problems when programming the integrated remote control please note the following RCheck the transmitter frequency of garage door remote control A which can usually be found on the rear...

Page 444: ...ke sure there is enough clearance and that the floormat is securely fastened The floormat should always be securely fastened using the fastening equipment Before driving off check that the floormat is...

Page 445: ...radio waves In order to operate radio controlled equipment e g toll systems areas and on the windshield are permeable to radio waves In these areas you can install radio controlled systems These area...

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Page 447: ...Vehicle equipment 446 Engine compartment 446 Maintenance 451 Care 452 445 Maintenance and care...

Page 448: ...running Some engine components can become very hot To avoid the risk of burns only touch those components described in the Operator s Manual and observe the relevant safety notes G Warning To help pr...

Page 449: ...ot properly engaged Open it again and close it with a little more force Radiator i Vehicles with a diesel engine do not cover the radiator for example with a winter front or bug cover Otherwise the re...

Page 450: ...ss the or 9 button to select Engine Oil Level X Press a The Measuring Engine Oil Level Accurate Only When Vehicle is Level message appears in the multifunction display The measurement takes a few seco...

Page 451: ...net at http www mbusa com USA only Further information on tested and approved engine oils and oil filters can be obtained from any authorized Mercedes Benz Center The following causes engine failure o...

Page 452: ...158 70 Allow the engine to cool down before removing the cap The coolant reservoir contains hot fluid and is under pressure Rusing a rag slowly turn the cap approximately 1 2 turn to relieve excess pr...

Page 453: ...rate e g MB SummerFit X At temperatures below freezing fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mix of water and MB SummerFit windshield washer concentrate For information on the mixing ratio see Y page...

Page 454: ...u and press a to confirm The service due date appears in the multifunction display Points to remember A qualified specialist workshop e g a Mercedes Benz Service Center will reset the service interval...

Page 455: ...leaning agents can damage the paintwork or plastic parts If the vehicle is very dirty pre wash it before cleaning it in an automatic car wash In car washes with a towing mechanism make sure that AUTOT...

Page 456: ...pment manufacturer Move the power washer nozzle around when cleaning your vehicle Do not aim directly at any of the following Rtires Rdoor joint Relectrical components Rbattery Rconnectors Rlights Rse...

Page 457: ...surface shiny mottled patches Always have paintwork repairs performed at a qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Do not use wash programs with a hot wax treatment under...

Page 458: ...g on the ignition Hold the wiper arm securely when folding back The windshield could be damaged if the wiper arm smacks against it suddenly Cleaning the headlamps X Clean the plastic lamp lenses on th...

Page 459: ...available household cleaning agents These may damage the display surface Do not put pressure on the display surface when cleaning This could lead to irreparable damage to the display Cleaning Night Vi...

Page 460: ...aning agents such as tar remover wheel cleaners polishes or waxes There is otherwise a risk of damaging the surface Do not use chrome polish for trim strips The trim strips have a chrome look but are...

Page 461: ...ater and soap solution Do not clean the seat belts using chemical cleaning agents Do not dry the seat belts by warming them above 176 80 or placing them in direct sunlight G Warning Do not bleach or d...

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Page 463: ...Vehicle equipment 462 Where will I find 462 Flat tire 463 Battery 468 Jump starting 471 Towing and tow starting 473 Fuses 475 461 Roadside assistance...

Page 464: ...e a year Replace the contents if necessary and replace missing contents Vehicle tool kit The vehicle tool kit can be found in the stowage well under the trunk floor X Lift the trunk floor upwards Y pa...

Page 465: ...r s door Changing a wheel and mounting the spare wheel Preparing the vehicle G Warning The wheel and tire size of the emergency spare wheel spare wheel may differ to that of the damaged wheel When usi...

Page 466: ...nings in base plate Securing the vehicle on level ground X On level ground place chocks or other suitable items under the front and rear of the wheel that is diagonally opposite the wheel you wish to...

Page 467: ...Do not use wooden blocks or similar objects as a jack underlay Otherwise the jack may not be able to achieve its load bearing capacity if it is not at its full height Never start the engine when the v...

Page 468: ...amaged or rusted Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately Do not continue to drive under these circumstances Contact an authorized Mercedes Ben...

Page 469: ...ck to one side X Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a crosswise pattern in the sequence indicated to A The tightening torque must be 110 lb ft 150 Nm G Warning Have the tightening torque checked immedi...

Page 470: ...damage at a qualified specialist workshop which has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required The faulty tire must be replaced in every case Mercedes Benz recommends...

Page 471: ...g etc G Warning Do not place any metal objects on the battery as this could result in a short circuit Use leak proof batteries only to avoid the risk of acid burns in the event of an accident Take car...

Page 472: ...its installed position Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for information and availability Charge the battery in accordance with the separate instructions for the accessory battery charger G...

Page 473: ...nnected to the battery If your vehicle s battery is discharged the engine can be jump started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jumper cables Observe the following points X The batte...

Page 474: ...to positive terminal of donor battery A using the jumper cable beginning with your own battery X Start the engine of the donor vehicle and run it at idling speed X Connect negative terminal of donor b...

Page 475: ...ased If the electric parking brake is faulty visit a qualified specialist workshop Mercedes Benz recommends that you use an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for this purpose Only secure the tow rope or...

Page 476: ...vehicle with the rear axle raised Intervention by ESP could otherwise damage the brake system X Switch on the hazard warning flashers Y page 276 X Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock...

Page 477: ...ing components Otherwise the vehicle could be damaged Fuses Important safety notes The fuses in your vehicle serve to close down faulty circuits If a fuse blows all the components on the circuit and t...

Page 478: ...shboard You could damage the dashboard or the cover Driver s side illustrated X To open pull cover outwards in the direction of the arrow and remove it X To close clip in cover on the front of the das...

Page 479: ...Open the hood Y page 446 X Remove any existing moisture from the fuse box using a dry cloth X To open open clamps X Remove cover upwards X To close check whether the rubber seal is lying correctly in...

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Page 481: ...Winter operation 482 Tire pressure 483 Loading the vehicle 490 Maximum tire load 494 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 494 Tire labeling 495 Term definition for tires and load ing 500 Changing a...

Page 482: ...age cannot always be recognized on retreads The operating safety of the vehicle cannot be assured when such tires are used G Warning If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance or y...

Page 483: ...r vehicle safety laws consider a tire to be worn when the tread wear indicators TWI become visible at approximately 1 16 in 1 6 mm we recommend that you do not allow your tires to wear down to that le...

Page 484: ...ese tires will allow the ABS and ESP driving systems to function optimally in winter as these tires have been designed specifically for driving on snow Use M S tires of the same make and tread on all...

Page 485: ...lled manner achieving an increased driving force cutting action Tire pressure Tire pressure specifications G Warning Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated...

Page 486: ...given on the following Tire and Loading Information placard are examples Tire pressure specifications are vehicle specific and may deviate from the data shown here The tire pressure specifications fo...

Page 487: ...id for all approved tires installed at the factory unless stated otherwise Tire pressure table for all approved tires installed at the factory example If the tire pressure precedes a tire size the tir...

Page 488: ...lowout because they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris potholes etc Maximum permitted tire pressure example i The actual values for tires are specific to each vehicle and ma...

Page 489: ...tire pressure monitor is displayed Rif the warning lamp is lit continuously the tire pressure on one or more tires is significantly too low The tire pressure monitor is not malfunctioning RUSA only i...

Page 490: ...y After a few minutes of driving the current tire pressure of each tire is shown in the multifunction display i The tire pressure values indicated by the on board computer may differ from those measur...

Page 491: ...erchanged the tire pressures may be displayed for the wrong positions for a short time This is rectified after a few minutes of driving and the tire pressures are displayed for the correct positions R...

Page 492: ...struction labels on your vehicle show the maximum possible load 1 The Tire and Loading Information placard is on the B pillar on the driver s side The Tire and Loading Information placard shows the ma...

Page 493: ...the specified value Number of seats i The details on the Tire and Loading Information placard illustration are only an example The number of seats is vehicle specific and can differ from the details s...

Page 494: ...vehicle For reasons of safety that weight must not exceed the available cargo and luggage cargo capacity calculated in step 4 X Step 6 if applicable If you intend to tow a trailer behind your vehicle...

Page 495: ...luggage load Further information can be found under Towing a trailer Y page 494 Vehicle identification plate Even if you have calculated the total cargo carefully you should still make sure that the g...

Page 496: ...ire load is the maximum permitted weight for which the tire is approved Further information on tire loads Y page 495 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards Overview of tire quality standards The Unifo...

Page 497: ...ezing point Mercedes Benz recommends a minimum tire tread depth of 1 6 in 4 mm for all four winter tires Y page 482 to maintain normal driving characteristics in winter Winter tires can reduce the bra...

Page 498: ...the size imprinted in the tire wall may not contain any letters or may contain one letter that precedes the size description If there is no letter preceding the size description as shown above these...

Page 499: ...es can also result in handling or steering problems or brake failure Example The load bearing index 91 is equivalent to a maximum load of 1356 lbs 615 kg that the tire can carry For further informatio...

Page 500: ...ave the M S identification offer the driving characteristics of winter tires Winter tires have in addition to the M S identification the i snow flake symbol on the tire sidewall Tires with this identi...

Page 501: ...le specific and may deviate from the data in the example DOT Department of Transportation tire symbol marks that the tire complies with the requirements of the U S Department of Transportation Manufac...

Page 502: ...he B pillar on the driver s side of your vehicle The recommended tire pressure provides the best balance between handling characteristics ride comfort and wear Additional information on particular dri...

Page 503: ...th standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant It also includes the air conditioning system and optional equipment if these are installed on the vehicle but does not incl...

Page 504: ...between the tires and the road surface Wear indicator This is indicated by narrow bars tread wear bars that are distributed over the tire tread If the tire tread is level with the bars the wear limit...

Page 505: ...of the tire indicates its correct direction of rotation You may install an emergency spare wheel spare wheel against the direction of rotation Observe the time restriction on use as well as the speed...

Page 506: ...ures for specific driving situations see Y page 483 i Notes on the vehicle equipment always equip the vehicle Rwith tires of the same size on a given axle left right Rwith the same type of tires at a...

Page 507: ...XL38 9 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm All weather tires Alloy wheels V1 V2 V3 V4 BA 255 45 R18 99 H M S 8 5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm BA 255 40 R19 100 V XL M S 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel...

Page 508: ...5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm Minispare emergency wheel38 Tires Wheels V1 V2 V3 V4 T 155 70 R19 113 M Tire pressure 420 kPa 4 2 bar 61 psi 4 5 B x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 38 in 35 mm i The speci...

Page 509: ...Vehicle equipment 508 Genuine Mercedes Benz parts 508 Warranty 508 Vehicle identification plates 509 Service products and capacities 510 Vehicle data 516 507 Technical data...

Page 510: ...l H Environmental note Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major assemblies and parts which are of the same quality as new parts They are covered by the same Limited Warranty entitlements as new pa...

Page 511: ...re The data that applies to your vehicle can be found on your vehicle s type plate Vehicle Identification Number VIN The vehicle identification number VIN can be found in the following locations Ron t...

Page 512: ...should therefore only use products that have been tested and approved by Mercedes Benz Information on tested and approved products can be obtained at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or on the Inter...

Page 513: ...US qt 13 7 l MB 326 0 Anticorrosion Antifreeze S 600 Approximately 17 4 US qt 16 5 l S 63 AMG Approximately 12 2 US qt 11 5 l S 65 AMG Approximately 14 7 US qt 13 9 l Tank capacity S 55041 S 550 4MAT...

Page 514: ...egular gasoline is used observe the following precautions Ronly fill the fuel tank to half full with regular unleaded gasoline and add the rest as soon as possible with premium grade unleaded gasoline...

Page 515: ...e instructions for use on the product label Do not mix other fuel additives with fuel This causes unnecessary costs and could damage the engine Do not refuel with low grade fuel and do not use fuel ad...

Page 516: ...recommended that you carry out oil changes regularly using an approved engine oil with the appropriate SAE classification Refrigerant of the air conditioning system The air conditioning system is fil...

Page 517: ...ed throughout the year in order to maintain the necessary corrosion protection and provide protection from overheating In the Service Booklet you can find information on the intervals for renewal The...

Page 518: ...d Maximum 220 lb 100 kg Vehicle data S 550 CGI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY The data quoted here refers specifically to a vehicle with standard equipment Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for the da...

Page 519: ...in 3165 mm Front track 63 0 in 1600 mm Rear track 63 3 in 1606 mm Ground clearance 5 4 in 136 mm Turning circle 40 1 ft 12 22 m Vehicle weight S 63 AMG Maximum roof load Maximum 220 lb 100 kg Maximum...

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Page 523: ...nd about Daimler AG can be found on the following websites http www mbusa com USA only http www mercedes benz ca Canada only Editorial office Not to be reprinted translated or otherwise reproduced in...

Page 524: ...Order no 6515 2341 13 Part no 221 584 23 83 Edition A 2011 2215842383t 2215842383...

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