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Safety systems

Display messages

Possible causes/consequences and

Solutions

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Currently Unavaila‐

ble See Operator's

Manual

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System), ESP

(Electronic Stability Program),

BAS (Brake Assist), PRE

‑

SAFE

, the HOLD function, Hill Start Assist,

Crosswind Assist, STEER CONTROL, Active Lane Keeping Assist and

Active Blind Spot Assist are temporarily unavailable.
BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist, PRE

‑

SAFE

Brake, PRE

‑

SAFE

PLUS and COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS may also have

failed.

In addition, the

and

warning lamps light up in the instru-

ment cluster.

ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.

For example, the on-board voltage may be insufficient.

WARNING

The brake system continues to function normally, but without the

functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you brake

hard, for example.

The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affected.

The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase.
If ESP

is not operational, ESP

is unable to stabilize the vehicle.

There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.

Drive on carefully.

Carefully drive a suitable distance, making slight steering move-

ments at a speed above 12 mph (20 km/h).

If the display message disappears, the functions mentioned above

are available again.

If the multifunction display still shows the display message:

Drive on carefully.

Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.

!÷

Inoperative See

Operator's Manual

ABS, ESP

, BAS, PRE

‑

SAFE

, the HOLD function, Hill Start Assist,

Crosswind Assist, STEER CONTROL, Active Lane Keeping Assist and

Active Blind Spot are unavailable due to a malfunction.
BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist, PRE

‑

SAFE

Brake, PRE

‑

SAFE

PLUS and COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS may also have

failed.

The

(USA only) or

(Canada only),

and

warning

lamps in the instrument cluster may also light up.

ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.

WARNING

The brake system continues to function normally, but without the

functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you brake

hard, for example.

The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affected.

The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase.
If ESP

is not operational, ESP

is unable to stabilize the vehicle.

Display messages

225

On-board

computer

and

displays

Summary of Contents for S-Class Cabriolet

Page 1: ...S Class Coupe and Cabriolet Operator s Manual Order no 6515 4607 13 Part no 217 584 62 02 Edition B 2017 2175846202F 2175846202 S Class Coupe Operator s Manual...

Page 2: ...RSIRIUS is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc RHD Radio is a registered trademark of iBiq uity Digital Corporation RGracenote is a registered trademark of Gracenote Inc RZAGAT Survey and r...

Page 3: ...Country specification RAvailability Mercedes Benz therefore reserves the right to introduce changes in the following areas RDesign REquipment RTechnical features The equipment in your vehicle may ther...

Page 4: ...101 Correct driver s seat position 101 Seats 102 Steering wheel 109 Mirrors 111 Memory function 113 Lights and windshield wipers 115 Useful information 115 Exterior lighting 115 Interior lighting 119...

Page 5: ...ation 321 Important safety notes 321 Operation 321 Winter operation 323 Tire pressure 324 Loading the vehicle 330 All about wheels and tires 333 Changing a wheel 340 Wheel and tire combinations 344 Te...

Page 6: ...g a parking space 183 Function notes 181 Important safety notes 181 Parking 182 ADAPTIVE BRAKE 72 Adaptive Brake Assist Function notes 69 Adaptive Damping System ADS 177 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus...

Page 7: ...nction 141 Automatic engine switch off ECO start stop function 140 Automatic headlamp mode 115 Automatic transmission Accelerator pedal position 146 Automatic drive program 147 Changing gear 146 DIREC...

Page 8: ...ering wheel 206 C California Important notice for retail cus tomers and lessees 24 Calling up a malfunction see Display messages Camera see 360 camera see Rear view camera Car see Vehicle Care 360 cam...

Page 9: ...itching residual heat on off 130 Switching the rear window defroster on off 129 Switching the synchronization function on and off 128 Climate control system Climate control 125 Cockpit Overview 31 COL...

Page 10: ...RONIC PLUS Activating 165 Activation conditions 165 Cruise control lever 165 Deactivating 169 Display message 246 Displays in the instrument cluster 168 Driving tips 169 Driving with DISTRONIC PLUS 16...

Page 11: ...aning 160 Icy road surfaces 160 Limited braking efficiency on sal ted roads 159 Snow chains 323 Subjecting brakes to a load 158 The first 1000 miles 1500 km 135 Wet road surface 158 DVD video Operatin...

Page 12: ...unction notes 70 General notes 70 Important safety information 70 Warning lamp 259 ETS 4ETS Electronic Traction Sys tem 70 Exhaust see Exhaust pipe Exhaust check 157 Exhaust pipe Cleaning 301 Exterior...

Page 13: ...ANDS FREE ACCESS 87 Hazard warning lamps 117 Head bags Display message 233 Operation 51 Head level heating AIRSCARF 108 Head restraints Adjusting 104 Adjusting manually 104 Adjusting rear 105 Head up...

Page 14: ...unction active Display message 238 Light sensor display message 238 Lights Adaptive Highbeam Assist PLUS 118 Automatic headlamp mode 115 Cornering light function 117 Fogged up headlamps 119 General no...

Page 15: ...8 Active Lane Keeping Assist 201 Active Parking Assist 181 ATTENTION ASSIST 192 BAS Brake Assist 66 BAS PLUS Brake Assist PLUS with Cross Traffic Assist 66 Crosswind Assist vehicles with MAGIC BODY CO...

Page 16: ...SENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps 44 Pets in the vehicle 64 PRE SAFE anticipatory occu pant protection 59 PRE SAFE PLUS anticipatory occupant protection PLUS 59 Restraint system warning lamp 44 OCS Condi...

Page 17: ...sors 178 Warning display 179 PASSENGER AIR BAG Display message 234 Indicator lamps 44 Problem malfunction 234 Perfume atomizer Operating 131 Problem malfunction 132 Vial 131 Pets in the vehicle 64 Pla...

Page 18: ...straint system Display message 232 Introduction 43 Warning lamp 261 Warning lamp function 44 Reversing feature Roller sunblind 98 Side windows 91 Trunk lid 85 Reversing lamps display mes sage 237 ROAD...

Page 19: ...gine oil 359 Fuel 357 Important safety notes 357 Refrigerant air conditioning sys tem 362 Washer fluid 361 Settings Factory on board computer 222 On board computer 218 SETUP on board computer 223 Side...

Page 20: ...on overview 34 Buttons on board computer 206 Cleaning 303 EASY ENTRY EXIT feature 110 Important safety notes 109 Paddle shifters 147 Steering wheel heating 109 Storing settings memory func tion 114 St...

Page 21: ...ty notes 307 Storage location 305 Tire pressure not reached 308 Tire pressure reached 308 Using 307 Tires Aspect ratio definition 339 Average weight of the vehicle occupants definition 338 Bar definit...

Page 22: ...16 Notes for 4MATIC vehicles 317 Removing the towing eye 316 Transporting the vehicle 317 With both axles on the ground 316 Towing eye 305 Traffic Sign Assist Activating 194 Display message 246 Functi...

Page 23: ...84 Vehicle identification number see VIN Vehicle identification plate 356 Vehicle level Active Body Control ABC 174 AIRMATIC 176 Display message 242 Vehicle tool kit 305 Video Operating the DVD 215 V...

Page 24: ...d washer system Adding washer fluid 293 Important safety notes 361 Notes 361 Windshield wipers Problem malfunction 123 Replacing the wiper blades 121 Switching on off 120 Winter driving Important safe...

Page 25: ...e vehicle in front Ravoid frequent sudden acceleration and braking Rchange gear in good time and use each gear only up to of its maximum engine speed Rswitch off the engine in stationary traffic Rkeep...

Page 26: ...warranty for your vehicle applies in accordance with the warranty terms and condi tions in the Service and Warranty Information booklet Your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will replace and repair all...

Page 27: ...ess or change of own ership In the event of a change of address please send us the Notification of Address Change in the Service and Guarantee booklet or simply call the Mercedes Benz Customer Assista...

Page 28: ...arriage or parts of the chassis In situations like this the body the undercar riage chassis parts wheels or tires could be damaged without the damage being visible Components damaged in this way can u...

Page 29: ...ercedes Benz Center is a quali fied specialist workshop It has the necessary specialist knowledge tools and qualifications to correctly carry out the work required on your vehicle This is especially t...

Page 30: ...ickly find the appropriate res cue card for your vehicle The current rescue card contains the most important information about your vehicle in a compact form e g the routing of the electric cables You...

Page 31: ...r safety belts were buckled fastened RHow far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or brake pedal and RHow fast the vehicle was traveling These data can help provide a better under...

Page 32: ...13 13 states have enacted laws relating to EDRs Information on copyright General information Information on license for free and open source software used in your vehicle and its electronic components...

Page 33: ...e instrument lighting and the multimedia system dis play D Climate control systems 124 Function Page E Ignition lock 136 Start Stop button 136 F Adjusts the steering wheel 109 Steering wheel heating 1...

Page 34: ...temperature 206 Function Page A Fuel gauge Fuel filler flap location indi cator 8 the fuel filler cap is on the right hand side i Information on displaying the outside tem perature in the multifuncti...

Page 35: ...d instrument cluster lighting 116 C Turn signal right 116 D Distance warning sig nal 264 E Electric parking brake yellow 261 Function Page F Electric parking brake red 261 F USA only Canada only G Che...

Page 36: ...and buttons B Rejects or ends a call 215 Exits the telephone book redial memory 6 Makes or accepts a call Switches to the redial mem ory W X Adjusts the volume 8 Mute Switches on the Voice Con trol Sy...

Page 37: ...her information Ron the multimedia system in the Digital Operator s Manual Ron the DVD changer or single DVD drive in the Digital Operator s Manual Ron the Voice Control System in the sepa rate operat...

Page 38: ...ve pro gram program selector but ton Mercedes AMG vehi cles 146 Function Page D Back button see the sepa rate operating instructions E Seat adjustment button see the separate operating instructions F...

Page 39: ...Adjusts the suspension set tings 176 Function Page F Selects the drive pro gram program selector but ton 146 Selects the drive pro gram program selector but ton Mercedes AMG vehi cles 146 G Back butt...

Page 40: ...Function Page N Vehicle and system settings button see separate operat ing instructions O Multimedia system control ler see the separate operat ing instructions 38 Center console At a glance...

Page 41: ...off 119 C MB Info call button mbrace system 280 D Eyeglasses compartment 268 Function Page E Operates the roller sunblind for the panorama roof 98 F Operates MAGIC SKY CONTROL 100 Vehicles without MA...

Page 42: ...20 A Eyeglasses compartment 268 B Buttons for the garage door opener 285 C Microphone for mbrace emergency call system telephone and the Voice Control System see the sep arate operating instructions F...

Page 43: ...A Adjusts the seats electrically 103 B 7Z Adjusts and folds the exterior mirrors in out electrically 111 C W Opens closes the right side window 91 Function Page D W Opens closes the rear right side wi...

Page 44: ...age box in the seat backrest 269 Coupe coolbox 276 Cabriolet through loading facility 270 Stowage compartment in the rear seat armrest 269 Function Page Cup holder 272 Stowage compartment in the cente...

Page 45: ...tened their seat belts correctly Y page 46 Rhave adjusted their seat and head restraint properly Y page 102 As the driver you also have to make sure that the steering wheel is adjusted correctly Obser...

Page 46: ...in a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamp PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp and PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp are part of the Occupant Classifica...

Page 47: ...use of seat belts and child restraint systems is required by law in Rall 50 states Rthe U S territories Rthe District of Columbia Rall Canadian provinces Even where this is not required by law all ve...

Page 48: ...occupants must be wearing the seat belt correctly before beginning the journey Also make sure that all vehicle occupants are always wearing the seat belt correctly while the vehicle is in motion When...

Page 49: ...extender is retracted again if Rthe belt tongue is engaged in the seat belt buckle Rthe belt tongue is not engaged in the seat belt buckle within 60 seconds In this case you can extend seat belt exte...

Page 50: ...rdless of whether the driver s seat belt has already been fastened the 7 seat belt warn ing lamp lights up for six seconds each time the engine is started If after six seconds the driver or front pass...

Page 51: ...AG OFF indicator lamp is permanently lit the front passenger front air bag is deactivated Y page 44 RAlways observe the instructions and safety notes on the Occupant Classification System OCS Y page 5...

Page 52: ...t is occupied Y page 52 The PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp is lit Y page 52 Rthe restraint system control unit predicts a high accident severity Knee bags Driver s knee bag deploys under the stee...

Page 53: ...he event of a side impact the head bag is deployed on the side on which the impact occurs If the system determines that they can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt a head ba...

Page 54: ...r seat The child restraint system must not touch the roof or be subjected to a load by the head restraint Adjust the angle of the seat backrest and the head restraint position accordingly Only then ca...

Page 55: ...orward facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat and you position the front passenger seat too close to the dashboard in the event of an accident the child could Rcome into contact wit...

Page 56: ...at the front passenger front air bag will also deploy The Occupant Classification Sys tem OCS categorizes the occupant in the front passenger seat Depending on that result the front passenger front ai...

Page 57: ...t system The entire base of the child restraint system must always rest on the seat cushion of the front passenger seat The backrest of the forward facing child restraint system must as far as possibl...

Page 58: ...int system make sure that the seat belt is tight Do not pull the seat belt tight using the front passenger seat adjustment This could result in the seat belt and the child restraint system being pulle...

Page 59: ...ly are no longer opera tional and are unable to perform their inten ded protective function This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury Have pyrotechnically triggered Emergency Tension...

Page 60: ...ptive in nature Deployment should take place in good time at the start of the collision The rate of vehicle deceleration or acceleration and the direction of the force are essentially determined by Rt...

Page 61: ...e in front Drive carefully Function PRE SAFE intervenes Rin emergency braking situations e g when BAS is activated Rin critical driving situations e g when physi cal limits are exceeded and the vehicl...

Page 62: ...ent Immediately after an accident the following measures are implemented depending on the type and severity of the impact Rthe hazard warning lamps are activated Rthe emergency lighting is activated R...

Page 63: ...ial seat belt retrac tor is disabled and the inertia real draws in a portion of the seat belt The seat belt cannot be immediately refastened There is an increased risk of injury possibly even fatal St...

Page 64: ...of an accident heavy braking or sudden changes of direction There is an increased risk of injury possibly even fatal Replace child restraint systems which have been damaged or subjected to a load in...

Page 65: ...systems on the rear seats LATCH type ISOFIX securing rings for two LATCH type ISOFIX child restraint systems are installed on the left and right rear seats Non LATCH type ISOFIX child seats may also b...

Page 66: ...rve the child restraint system man ufacturer s installation and operating instruc tions Forward facing child restraint system If you secure a child in a forward facing child restraint system on the fr...

Page 67: ...way will the driving safety systems described in this section work as effectively as possible ABS Anti lock Braking System General information ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way that the whee...

Page 68: ...and the camera system must be operational With the help of a sensor system and a camera system BAS PLUS can detect obstacles Rthat are in the path of your vehicle for an extended period of time Rthat...

Page 69: ...wing damage to the windshield have the configuration and operation of the camera sys tem checked at a qualified specialist workshop Function To avoid a collision BAS PLUS calculates the brake force ne...

Page 70: ...COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is automatically active after switching on the igni tion You can activate or deactivate COLLISION PRE VENTION ASSIST PLUS in the on board com puter Y page 219 When de...

Page 71: ...e 65 With the help of adaptive Brake Assist the dis tance warning signal can detect obstacles that are in the path of your vehicle for an extended period of time If adaptive Brake Assist detects a ris...

Page 72: ...m i Observe the Important safety notes sec tion Y page 65 ETS traction control is part of ESP On vehicles with 4MATIC 4ETS is part of ESP Traction control brakes the drive wheels indi vidually if they...

Page 73: ...F warning lamp in the instru ment cluster goes out Characteristics when ESP is deactivated If ESP is deactivated and one or more wheels start to spin the ESP warning lamp in the instrument cluster fla...

Page 74: ...he radar sensor system and the camera system must be switched on and be operational With the help of the radar sensor system and the camera system PRE SAFE Brake can detect obstacles that are in front...

Page 75: ...move quickly e g into the path of the vehicle the camera system no longer recognizes a pedestrian as a person due to special cloth ing or other objects a pedestrian is concealed by other objects the t...

Page 76: ...otes sec tion Y page 65 No steering support is provided from STEER CONTROL if RESP is deactivated RESP is malfunctioning Rthe steering is faulty Power steering will however continue to func tion Prote...

Page 77: ...on on the dash board The SmartKey must be inside the vehi cle The alarm is switched off The alarm is not switched off even if you close the open door that triggered it for example i If the alarm conti...

Page 78: ...tionally turned in the ignition lock This could cause the engine to be switched off There is a risk of an accident Do not attach any heavy or large objects to the SmartKey Remove any bulky key rings b...

Page 79: ...upants if there is a Smart Key in the vehicle Y page 138 Locking unlocking centrally You can start lock or unlock the vehicle using KEYLESS GO To do this you only need carry the SmartKey with you You...

Page 80: ...the signal range of the vehicle pressing the or button Rlocks or Runlocks the vehicle The SmartKey now functions as follows X To unlock press the button once X To unlock centrally press the button tw...

Page 81: ...ed spe cialist workshop or a special collection point for used bat teries The SmartKey batteries contain perchlorate material which may require special handling and regard for the environment National...

Page 82: ...charged X Check the SmartKey battery Y page 79 and replace it if necessary Y page 79 If this does not work X Unlock Y page 83 or lock Y page 84 the vehicle using the mechanical key There is interferen...

Page 83: ...X Jump start the vehicle Y page 312 or X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The engine cannot be started using the Start Stop button The Smart Key is in the vehicle The vehicle is locked X Unloc...

Page 84: ...tempt to force the door closed You could otherwise damage the door or the side window You can open a door from inside the vehicle even if it has been locked If the vehicle has been locked with the Sma...

Page 85: ...ing You could therefore be locked out if Rthe vehicle is being pushed Rthe vehicle is being towed Rthe vehicle is on a roller dynamometer You can also switch the automatic locking func tion on and of...

Page 86: ...on the front passenger door is still visible Press the lock ing knob down by hand if necessary X Close the driver s door X Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey Y page 78 X Insert the mechanical...

Page 87: ...es Y page 267 Obstruction detection with reversing feature for the trunk lid Vehicles with trunk lid remote closing fea ture the trunk lid is equipped with automatic obstacle recognition with reversin...

Page 88: ...monoxide Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the trunk lid is open when the engine is running especially if the vehicle is in motion There is a risk of poisoning Always switch off the engi...

Page 89: ...le General notes With KEYLESS GO and HANDS FREE ACCESS you can open or close the trunk lid or stop the procedure without using your hands This is use ful if you have your hands full To do this make a...

Page 90: ...ingers Rover the last 1 3 in 8 mm of the closing movement The reversing feature cannot prevent some one from becoming trapped in these situa tions in particular There is a risk of injury Make sure tha...

Page 91: ...the vehicle is unlocked centrally the trunk remains locked i You can also lock the glove box Y page 268 Deactivating the function to lock the trunk sep arately X Open the glove box X Push the switch t...

Page 92: ...ch in the door control panel Use the emergency release X Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey Y page 78 X Push in the top of star on the trunk lid The cover folds open X Insert the mechanical k...

Page 93: ...cle Side window reversing feature The front side windows are equipped with an automatic reversing feature If a solid object blocks or restricts the upward movement of one of the front side windows dur...

Page 94: ...njury When closing make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area If somebody becomes trapped release the switch or press the switch to open the side window again Use switch in the stowag...

Page 95: ...ck the vehicle you can close the windows at the same time You can then close the roller sunblinds i Notes on the automatic reversing feature for Rthe side window Y page 91 Rthe roller sunblind Y page...

Page 96: ...le causes consequences and M Solutions A side window cannot be closed because it is blocked by objects e g leaves in the window guide X Remove the objects X Close the side window A side window cannot...

Page 97: ...i tion is switched on Rafter about 20 seconds if the ignition is switched off Opening closing with the soft top switch Important safety notes G WARNING When opening or closing the soft top there is a...

Page 98: ...e 97 Otherwise only the side windows open X Hold the SmartKey near to the driver s door X To open press and hold the button in the SmartKey until the soft top is completely open The multifunction disp...

Page 99: ...ouch the AIRCAP wind deflector With AIRCAP four people can travel comfortably with the soft top open AIRCAP reduces the draft for the driver and passengers in both the front and the rear compartment i...

Page 100: ...several times in a row The soft top drive has been deactivated automatically for safety reasons You can open and close the soft top again after approximately ten minutes X Switch off the ignition and...

Page 101: ...in direction The roller sunblind closes If you press or pull the 3 switch beyond the point of resistance automatic operation is star ted in the corresponding direction You can stop automatic operation...

Page 102: ...f you touch these components you could get an electric shock There is a risk of fatal injury RNever remove the headliner behind the panorama roof RIf the headliner is damaged never touch the electrica...

Page 103: ...the backrest to an almost vertical position Ryou have set the seat cushion angle so that your thighs are gently supported Ryou can depress the pedals properly X Check whether the head restraint is adj...

Page 104: ...of your vehicle if you do the following while driving Radjust the driver s seat head restraint steering wheel or mirrors Rfasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident Adjust the driver s seat...

Page 105: ...head restraint height is adjusted auto matically when you adjust the seat height or the seat fore and aft position Adjusting the front passenger seat from the driver s seat Important safety notes G WA...

Page 106: ...ended There is an increased risk of injury in the head and neck area e g in the event of an accident or when braking Always drive with the head restraints instal led Before driving off make sure for e...

Page 107: ...the seat belt The head restraint is automatically lowered to its original position Folding the front seat backrests forward back Important safety notes G WARNING If the backrest is not engaged it cou...

Page 108: ...fastened Vehicles installed with the Seat Comfort package you can adjust the active multicon tour seat for the driver and front passenger via the multimedia system see the separate oper ating instruc...

Page 109: ...Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock Y page 136 X To switch on press button repeatedly until the desired heating level is set X To switch off press button repeatedly until all th...

Page 110: ...lation Problem Possible causes consequences and M Solutions The seat ventilation has switched off prematurely or cannot be switched on The on board voltage is too low because too many electrical consu...

Page 111: ...river s seat head restraint steer ing wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt before starting the engine G WARNING Children could injure themselves if they adjust the steering wheel There is a risk...

Page 112: ...e children unsupervised in the vehicle G WARNING If you drive off while the EASY ENTRY EXIT feature is making adjustments you could lose control of the vehicle There is a risk of an accident Always wa...

Page 113: ...hile driving Radjust the driver s seat head restraint steering wheel or mirrors Rfasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident Adjust the driver s seat head restraint steer ing wheel and mirror...

Page 114: ...ut of position If an exterior mirror has been pushed out of position proceed as follows X Press and hold button until you hear a click and the mirror engages audibly into position Y page 112 The mirro...

Page 115: ...ng memory button M The reverse gear must not be engaged during the process X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock Y page 136 X Press button X Use button to adjust the exterior mirror t...

Page 116: ...head restraint position and contour of the backrest in the lumbar region Ractive multicontour seat side bolsters of the backrest shoulder of the backrest contour of the backrest dynamic function leve...

Page 117: ...arking stand ing lamps switches off automatically if you Rremove the SmartKey from the ignition lock Ropen the driver s door with the SmartKey in position 0 in the ignition lock Automatic headlamp mod...

Page 118: ...low beam headlamps turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to posi tion 2 or start the engine X Turn the light switch to the L position The green L indicator lamp in the instru ment cluster lights up P...

Page 119: ...direction of arrow Hazard warning lamps X To switch on the hazard warning lamps press button All turn signals flash If you now switch on a turn signal using the combination switch only the turn signal...

Page 120: ...ded The system s optical sensor is located behind the windshield near the overhead control panel Important safety notes G WARNING Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus does not react to road users Rwho have n...

Page 121: ...e switched off automatically The K indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out The _ indicator lamp in the multifunction display remains lit X To switch off move the combination switch back to i...

Page 122: ...Crash responsive emergency lighting The interior lighting is activated automatically if the vehicle is involved in an accident X To switch off the crash responsive emer gency lighting press the hazar...

Page 123: ...e wiper blades Important safety notes G WARNING If the windshield wipers begin to move while you are changing the wiper blades you could be trapped by the wiper arm There is a risk of injury Always sw...

Page 124: ...y with one hand With the other hand turn the wiper blade in the direction of arrow beyond the point of resistance The wiper blade engages in the removal posi tion with an audible click X To remove a w...

Page 125: ...he cause of the obstruction X Switch the windshield wipers back on The windshield wipers fail completely The windshield wiper drive is malfunctioning X Select another wiper speed on the combination sw...

Page 126: ...ly achieved with the side windows and roof closed If you start the engine using your smartphone the last selected climate control setting is reac tivated Y page 138 The residual heat function can only...

Page 127: ...ate control using the rocker switch The indicator lamp in the rocker switch lights up RSet the temperature to 72 22 ROnly use the Windshield defrosting function briefly until the windshield is clear a...

Page 128: ...Cooling with air dehumid ification function the air inside the vehicle will not be cooled The air inside the vehicle will also not be dehumidified The windows can fog up more quickly Therefore deacti...

Page 129: ...w rocker switch or X Set the desired temperature using the multi media system see the separate operating instructions X To activate press the rocker switch up or down The indicator lamp in the rocker...

Page 130: ...W Sets the air distribution to automatic Setting the air distribution using the multimedia system The air distribution for the left and right sides of the driver and front passenger area can be adjust...

Page 131: ...ide X Activate the Cooling with air dehumidifica tion function with the rocker switch or X Activate the Cooling with air dehumidifica tion function via the multimedia system see the separate operating...

Page 132: ...igh levels of pollution Rin a tunnel The indicator lamp in the g rocker switch is not lit when automatic air recirculation mode is activated Outside air is added after about 30 minutes X To deactivate...

Page 133: ...timedia system you can Rswitch the perfume atomizer on off Rregulate the perfume intensity see the sepa rate operating instructions The following conditions can affect your percep tion of the perfume...

Page 134: ...l X Refillable vials fill the perfume vial with a maximum of 0 5 fl oz 15 ml of the same perfume The perfume atomizer is faulty X Have the perfume atomizer checked at a qualified specialist work shop...

Page 135: ...to the left or right Setting the side air vents Side window defroster vent Side air vent Control for left side air vent X To open close press control The control pops out X Turn control counter clockw...

Page 136: ...up or down or to the left or right Setting the blower output of the AIR SCARF vents Cabriolet G WARNING When AIRSCARF is switched on very hot air can flow from the vents in the head restraints This co...

Page 137: ...shift to a lower gear to brake the vehicle RTry to avoid depressing the accelerator pedal beyond the point of resistance kickdown RAll vehicles except Mercedes AMG vehi cles ideally for the first 1 0...

Page 138: ...tect the engine and maintain smooth engine operation avoid driv ing at full throttle when the engine is cold SmartKey positions SmartKey g To remove the SmartKey 1 Power supply for some consumers such...

Page 139: ...ither fails to go out after starting the engine or lights up while driving Y page 257 If Start Stop button has not yet been pressed this corresponds to the SmartKey being removed from the ignition X T...

Page 140: ...tic converter to reach its operating temperature The sound of the engine may change during this time Automatic transmission X Shift the transmission to position P Y page 143 The transmission position...

Page 141: ...event an engine start via your smartphone for example if you Rswitch on the hazard warning lamps Rdo not lock the doors Ropen the hood Pulling away General notes G WARNING If the engine speed is above...

Page 142: ...ifunction dis play The ECO start stop function is only available in drive program E drive program C on Mercedes AMG vehicles Automatic engine switch off If the vehicle is braked to a standstill in D o...

Page 143: ...lights up If indicator lamp is off the ECO start stop function has been deactivated manually or as the result of a malfunction The engine will then not be switched off automatically when the vehi cle...

Page 144: ...Y page 312 If the engine does not start despite attempts to jump start it X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The starter motor was exposed to a thermal load that was too high X Try to start the...

Page 145: ...n the multifunc tion display Engaging park position P If the engine speed is too high or the vehicle is moving do not shift the automatic trans mission directly from D to R from R to D or directly to...

Page 146: ...s to N automatically With the SmartKey if you then open the driv er s door or the front passenger door or remove the SmartKey from the ignition the automatic transmission shifts to P automatically Wit...

Page 147: ...rogram C or S Transmission positions B Park position Only shift the transmission into posi tion P when the vehicle is stationary Y page 153 The parking lock should not be used as a brake when parking...

Page 148: ...free a vehicle that has become stuck in mud or snow The vehicle s engine manage ment restricts switching between transmission positions D and R to speeds up to a maximum of 5 mph 9 km h To shift back...

Page 149: ...gram E drive program C on Mercedes AMG vehicles is characterized by the following Rcomfort oriented engine settings Roptimal fuel consumption resulting from the automatic transmission shifting up soon...

Page 150: ...when shown in the multifunction display of the instrument cluster Deactivating If you have activated manual drive program M it will remain active for a certain amount of time Under certain conditions...

Page 151: ...cator Before the engine speed reaches the red area an upshift indicator will be shown in the multi function display X When message appears in the multifunc tion display pull on the right hand steering...

Page 152: ...ted to both axles Performance tests may only be carried out on a 2 axle dynamometer The brake system or transfer case could otherwise be damaged Contact a qualified specialist workshop for a performan...

Page 153: ...l system Take care not to spill any fuel on painted surfaces You could otherwise damage the paintwork Use a filter when adding fuel from a fuel can The fuel lines and or the fuel injection system coul...

Page 154: ...up Y page 261 For further information on warning and indi cator lamps in the instrument cluster see Y page 261 Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes consequences and M Solution...

Page 155: ...dients Ra laden vehicle must also be secured at the rear axle with a wheel chock or similar for example on uphill or downhill gradients Switching off the engine Important safety notes G WARNING The au...

Page 156: ...vehi cle they could set it in motion by for example Rrelease the parking brake Rshift the automatic transmission out of the parking position P Rstart the engine In addition they may operate vehicle e...

Page 157: ...g Rthe transmission is in position D or R Rthe seat belt has been fastened Ryou depress the accelerator pedal If the automatic transmission is in position R the trunk lid must be closed If your seat b...

Page 158: ...risk of an accident Do not switch off the ignition while driving G WARNING If you operate mobile communication equip ment while driving you will be distracted from traffic conditions You could also lo...

Page 159: ...nz Center for this purpose In particular work relevant to safety or on safety related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop The engine settings must not be changed under any c...

Page 160: ...Downhill gradients On long and steep gradients you must reduce the load on the brakes by shifting to a lower gear in good time This allows you to take advantage of the engine s braking effect This he...

Page 161: ...be in position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock or the Start Stop button must be in position 0 or 1 if Rthe electric parking brake is tested using a brake dynamometer Rthe vehicle is towed with one axle ra...

Page 162: ...ing If water has accumulated to a certain depth on the road surface there is a danger of hydro planing occurring even if Ryou drive at low speeds Rthe tires have adequate tread depth For this reason i...

Page 163: ...ormation on driving safety systems Y page 65 Cruise control General notes Cruise control maintains a constant road speed for you It brakes automatically in order to avoid exceeding the set speed Chang...

Page 164: ...uld decelerate unexpectedly There is a risk of an accident Pay attention to the road and traffic condi tions before calling up the stored speed If you do not know the stored speed store the desired sp...

Page 165: ...and acoustically DISTRONIC PLUS cannot prevent a collision without your intervention An intermit tent warning tone will then sound and the dis tance warning lamp will light up in the instru ment clus...

Page 166: ...PLUS can neither reduce the risk of accident nor override the laws of physics DISTRONIC PLUS cannot take into account the road traffic and weather conditions DISTRONIC PLUS is only an aid You are resp...

Page 167: ...ol lever up to the pressure point for a higher speed or down for a lower speed Every time the cruise control lever is pressed up or down the last speed stored is increased or reduced or X To adjust th...

Page 168: ...automatically Be ready to brake at all times If there is no vehicle in front DISTRONIC PLUS operates in the same way as cruise control If DISTRONIC PLUS detects that the vehicle in front has slowed do...

Page 169: ...ing on the specified minimum distance your vehicle will come to a standstill at a suffi cient distance behind the vehicle in front The specified minimum distance is set using the control on the cruise...

Page 170: ...vehicle and the vehicle in front DISTRONIC PLUS displays in the instru ment cluster Displays in the speedometer When you switch on DISTRONIC PLUS trian gle shows the stored speed If DISTRONIC PLUS de...

Page 171: ...TRONIC PLUS is not deactivated if you depress the accelerator pedal DISTRONIC PLUS is automatically deactivated if Ryou engage the electric parking brake or if the vehicle is automatically secured wit...

Page 172: ...t The distance to this vehicle will be too short Narrow vehicles DISTRONIC PLUS has not yet detected the vehi cle in front on the edge of the road because of its narrow width The distance to the vehic...

Page 173: ...road your vehi cle could come into contact with the curb or other road boundaries Be particularly aware of other road users e g cyclists that are directly next to your vehicle Obstacles such as build...

Page 174: ...eering Assist and Stop Go Pilot X Press button Indicator lamp lights up The DTR Steering Assist On message appears in the multifunction display Steering Assist and Stop Go Pilot are activated Informat...

Page 175: ...er s door is closed or your seat belt is fastened Rthe electric parking brake is released Rthe transmission is in position D R or N RDISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated Activating the HOLD function X Make s...

Page 176: ...ise be damaged Crosswind Assist The crosswind stabilization operates by chang ing wheel loads through distortion of the ABC spring struts It reduces impairments in handling when driving in a straight...

Page 177: ...spension tuning is selected All vehicles except AMG vehicles the Active Body Control SPORT message appears in the multifunction display AMG vehicles the AMG Suspension Sys tem SPORT message appears in...

Page 178: ...the camera Rthe road surface has no texture or is reflec tive e g in the case of newly laid asphalt concrete slabs or puddles Rthe distance to the vehicle in front is too short Rsections of the route...

Page 179: ...You can choose between the sporty and comfortable mode One of the two modes is always active Sports tuning The firmer setting of the suspension tuning in SPORT mode ensures the best possible contact w...

Page 180: ...an electronic parking aid with ultrasonic sensors It monitors the area around your vehicle using six sensors in the front bumper and six sensors in the rear bumper PARKTRONIC indicates visually and a...

Page 181: ...hown Warning displays Segments on the left hand side of the vehi cle Segments on the right hand side of the vehi cle Segments showing operational readiness The warning displays show the distance betwe...

Page 182: ...KTRONIC is automatically activated when you turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments in...

Page 183: ...e RParking spaces that are littered or overgrown might be identified or measured incorrectly RParking spaces that are partially occupied by trailer drawbars might not be identified as such or be measu...

Page 184: ...han your vehicle i Note that Active Parking Assist cannot measure the size of a parking space if it is at right angles to the direction of travel You will need to judge whether your vehicle will fit i...

Page 185: ...itched Off message appears and a warning tone sounds The vehicle is now parked The vehicle is kept stationary without the driver having to depress the brake pedal The braking effect is canceled when y...

Page 186: ...NIC warning displays several times if necessary Once you have exited the parking space com pletely the steering wheel is moved to the straight ahead position You hear a tone and the Park Assist Switch...

Page 187: ...rty or obstructed Rif the rear of your vehicle is damaged In this event have the camera position and setting checked at a qualified specialist workshop The field of vision and other functions of the r...

Page 188: ...mirrors static Yellow guide line for the vehicle width including the exterior mirrors for current steering wheel angle dynamic Yellow lane marking tires at current steering wheel angle dynamic A Yello...

Page 189: ...then at the end of the parking space The vehicle is almost parallel in the parking space Reverse perpendicular parking with the steering wheel at an angle Parking space marking Yellow guide line for t...

Page 190: ...appears in the multimedia system If the PARKTRONIC warning displays are active warning displays light up in the multimedia system in yellow or red accordingly Object detection The rear view camera ca...

Page 191: ...at all The 360 camera is not a substitute for attentive driving You are always responsible for safe maneuver ing and parking When maneuvering or parking make sure that there are no persons animals or...

Page 192: ...dia system X Press the button in the center console The vehicle menu is displayed X To select the 360 camera turn and press the controller Depending on whether position D or R is engaged the following...

Page 193: ...he vehicle Symbol for the split screen setting with top view and rear view camera image Guide line for the maximum steering angle Yellow lane marking tires at current steering wheel angle dynamic A Ye...

Page 194: ...setting for the rear facing view 180 view Symbol for the full screen setting with rear view camera image Own vehicle PARKTRONIC warning displays i 180 view can also be selected as front view Select th...

Page 195: ...Rthe attention level determined by ATTENTION ASSIST Attention Level displayed in a bar display in five levels from high to low Rif ATTENTION ASSIST is unable to calculate the attention level and canno...

Page 196: ...to determine whether the restriction applies If Traffic Sign Assist is unable to determine a maximum permitted speed from any of the avail able sources no speed limit is displayed in the instrument c...

Page 197: ...t is generally neither shown on the traffic sign nor on the instrument cluster but must be taken into account when observing the max imum permitted speed Night View Assist Plus General notes In additi...

Page 198: ...g parked vehi cles Rthe silhouette of the pedestrian or of the ani mal in the Night View Assist Plus display is incomplete or interrupted e g by powerful light reflections Rpedestrians or animals do n...

Page 199: ...ivation You can select the Night View Assist Auto matic Activation option via the Night View Assist menu The pedestrian and animal search function remains active even when the Night View image is not...

Page 200: ...s iced up X De ice the windshield Y page 129 The windshield wipers are smearing the windshield X Replace the wiper blades Y page 121 The windshield is smeared after the vehicle has been cleaned in a c...

Page 201: ...pproved way Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment i Canada only This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subjec...

Page 202: ...only occurs if the difference in speed is less than 7 mph 12 km h If you select the reverse gear Active Blind Spot Assist is not operational The brightness of the warning lamps is auto matically adap...

Page 203: ...t up red for approximately 1 5 seconds Gray radar waves propagating backwards appear next to the vehicle in the assistance display in the multifunction display Active Lane Keeping Assist General notes...

Page 204: ...made Warning vibration in the steering wheel A warning may be given if 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...

Page 205: ...tion D Ra loss of tire pressure or a defective tire has been detected and displayed Ran obstacle in the lane in which you are driving has been detected Active Lane Keeping Assist may not detect other...

Page 206: ...down Ryou brake hard Ryou steer actively e g swerve to avoid an obstacle or change lanes quickly Ryou cut the corner on a sharp bend In order that you are warned only when neces sary and in good time...

Page 207: ...ard computer only shows messages or warnings from certain systems in the multifunc tion display You should therefore make sure your vehicle is operating safely at all times For an overview see the ins...

Page 208: ...puter using the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel Left control panel ROpens the menu list 9 Press briefly RScrolls in lists RSelects a menu or function RIn the Radio or Media menu opens the...

Page 209: ...vigation system and the driver assistance system above the dashboard into the driver s field of vision The head up display allows the driver to see all of the information without hav ing to take their...

Page 210: ...sion Standard displays in the Head up Display Navigation messages Current speed Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS set speed Detected traffic signs AMG displays in the Head up Display AMG displays are o...

Page 211: ...AMG vehicles you can also choose between two AMG displays If you select an AMG display the Head up Display shows AMG specific contents If you select a display with traffic signs detec ted traffic sign...

Page 212: ...here is only a small amount of fuel left in the fuel tank a vehicle being refueled C appears instead of approximate range Recuperation display shows you if energy has been recuperated from the kinetic...

Page 213: ...d R9 999 miles have been exceeded When 9 999 hours or 99 999 miles have been exceeded the trip computer is automatically reset From Reset Digital speedometer X Press the button on the steering wheel t...

Page 214: ...steering wheel to select the Navi menu X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel Route guidance not active Direction of travel Current road Route guidance active No change of direction announced...

Page 215: ...direction with lane recommen dation Road into which the change of direction leads Distance to change of direction and visual distance display Change of direction symbol Lane recommendation Other stat...

Page 216: ...selection i SIRIUS XM satellite radio functions like a normal radio Further information on radio operation can be found in the multimedia system see the sep arate operating instructions Media menu Ch...

Page 217: ...on display may display the following Rtrack number Rtrack name Rartist Ralbum The track information is not available in audio AUX mode Auxiliary audio mode external audio source connected Video DVD op...

Page 218: ...on display You can accept a call at any time regardless of the menu selected X Press the 6 button on the steering wheel to accept an incoming call Rejecting or ending a call X Press the button on the...

Page 219: ...y in the assistance graphic The assistance graphic shows you the status of and or information from other driving sys tems or driving safety systems RDISTRONIC PLUS Y page 163 RSpotlight function of Ni...

Page 220: ...on X Press the or 9 button to select ESP X Press a to confirm The current selection appears X To activate deactivate press the a but ton again ESP is deactivated if the warning lamp in the instrument...

Page 221: ...ut COLLISION PRE VENTION ASSIST PLUS see Y page 68 Activating deactivating PRE SAFE Brake PRE SAFE Brake is only available for vehicles with the Driving Assistance Plus package X Press the button on t...

Page 222: ...setting press a again For further information about Active Lane Keep ing Assist see Y page 201 Head up Display submenu Selecting other displays Vehicle speed display Vehicle speed and navigation instr...

Page 223: ...ve the setting X Press or 9 to adjust the brightness to a level from Level 5 bright to Level 5 dark X Press the a or button to save the setting Light submenu Switching the spotlight function on off X...

Page 224: ...the multifunction display shows the speed digitally The unit in the additional speed ometer is always inverse to the speedometer unit X Press on the steering wheel to open the menu list X Press or 9...

Page 225: ...menu X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel X Press the or 9 button until the SETUP display appears Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction dis...

Page 226: ...o open the menu list X Press or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Service menu X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel X Press the or 9 button to select the message memory If there are no di...

Page 227: ...ding and an accident X Drive on carefully Carefully drive a suitable distance making slight steering move ments at a speed above 12 mph 20 km h If the display message disappears the functions mentione...

Page 228: ...oss Traffic Assist PRE SAFE Brake PRE SAFE PLUS and COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS may also have failed The warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated G WA...

Page 229: ...disappears the functions mentioned above are available again If the multifunction display still shows the display message X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately T In...

Page 230: ...hes and a warning tone sounds You are using the electric parking brake for emergency braking Y page 154 F USA only Canada only Parking Brake See Operator s Manual The yellow warning lamp lights up The...

Page 231: ...conds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released It then goes out or remains lit The electric parking brake is malfunctioning X Switch off the ignition and turn it back on X Apply t...

Page 232: ...nly or Canada only indicator lamp flashes It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually X Shift the transmission to position P X Visit a qualified specialist workshop USA only J Cana...

Page 233: ...era tive See Operator s Manual Important functions of PRE SAFE have failed All other occupant safety systems e g air bags remain available X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately PRE SAFE...

Page 234: ...appears All driving systems and driving safety systems are oper ative again If the display message does not disappear X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to ro...

Page 235: ...gered unintentionally or in the event of an accident may not be triggered There is an increased risk of injury X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately 6 Left Side Curtain Airbag Malfunctio...

Page 236: ...upied and ignition switched on Ra self diagnosis is carried out The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamps must light up simulta neously for approximately six seconds Rthe PASS...

Page 237: ...eat occupant s weight as greater than it actually is X Keep the seat unoccupied close the front passenger door and switch on the ignition X Observe the PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps in the center...

Page 238: ...ring Light The left or right hand cornering light is defective 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 defecti...

Page 239: ...ied specialist workshop b Check Left High Beam or Check Right High Beam The left or right hand high beam is defective X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b License Plate Lamp The left or right han...

Page 240: ...op b Switch Off Lights You leave the vehicle and the lights are switched on A warning tone also sounds X Turn the light switch to position b Switch On Headlamps You are driving with low beam headlamps...

Page 241: ...engine is overheated This can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire Steam from the overheated engine can also cause serious burns which can occur just by op...

Page 242: ...the engine pay ing attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 153 X Observe the instructions in the See Operator s Manual display message X Consult a qu...

Page 243: ...oo little engine oil The engine will oth erwise be damaged X Check the oil level when next refueling at the latest Y page 290 X If necessary add engine oil Y page 292 If the engine oil needs topping u...

Page 244: ...sounds X If necessary take a break During long journeys take regular breaks in good time so you get enough rest ATTENTION ASSIST Inoperative ATTENTION ASSIST is inoperative X Visit a qualified specia...

Page 245: ...as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions After a few seconds the vehicle level is adjusted and the display message disappears The multifunction display continuously shows t...

Page 246: ...ay Y page 153 X Clean the windshield Active Lane Keeping Assist Inoperative Active Lane Keeping Assist is defective X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Active Blind Spot Assist Currently Unavailab...

Page 247: ...in the multifunction display X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Park Assist Switched Off The vehicle is parked A warning tone also sounds The display message disappears automatically Night View...

Page 248: ...ic Sign Assist Currently Unavaila ble See Operator s Manual Traffic Sign Assist is temporarily inoperative Possible causes are Rthe windshield in the camera s field of vision is dirty Rvisibility is i...

Page 249: ...in If the display message does not disappear X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y pag...

Page 250: ...rolling away Y page 153 X Clean the windshield DTR Steering Assist Inoperative Steering Assist and Stop Go Pilot are faulty However the DISTRONIC PLUS functions are still available A warning tone als...

Page 251: ...thout making any sudden steering or braking maneuvers Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 153 X Check the tires and if necessary follo...

Page 252: ...r The tire pressure monitor is deactivated X Mount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors The tire pressure monitor is activated automatically after driving for a few minutes Tire Press Monitor In...

Page 253: ...on D is selected X Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the trans mission from position D If transmission position R N or P is selected X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y...

Page 254: ...nsmission to position P before you switch off the engine X Before leaving the vehicle apply the electric parking brake N The trunk lid is open X Close the trunk lid M The hood is open A warning tone a...

Page 255: ...and the load is preventing automatic closing of the trunk partition X Stow the load such that the trunk partition can close unhindered and is not pushed upwards X Close the trunk partition Y page 97 K...

Page 256: ...Key The SmartKey needs to be replaced X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Replace Key Battery The SmartKey battery is discharged X Change the battery Y page 79 Don t Forget Your Key The SmartKey i...

Page 257: ...on to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 153 X Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock and bring into key mode Remove Start But ton and Insert Key The Smar...

Page 258: ...t Y page 47 The warning lamp goes out There are objects on the front passenger seat X Remove the objects from the front passenger seat and stow them in a secure place The warning lamp goes out N The r...

Page 259: ...ng lamp is lit while the engine is running A warning tone also sounds There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir G WARNING The braking effect may be impaired There is a risk of an ac...

Page 260: ...st workshop immediately If the ABS control unit is faulty there is also a possibility that other systems such as the navigation system or the automatic transmission will not be available N The yellow...

Page 261: ...verely affected The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase If ESP is not operational ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle There is an increased risk of skidding and an accid...

Page 262: ...an accident X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately N The yellow ESP OFF warning lamp is lit wh...

Page 263: ...tem see Y page 43 Engine Warning indicator lamp N Signal type Possible causes consequences and M Solutions N The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running There may be a m...

Page 264: ...orkshop N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running The coolant temperature gauge is at the beginning of the cold range The temperature sensor for the coolant temperature gage...

Page 265: ...hop X Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so e g driving in mountainous terrain and stop start traffic N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running A warning tone also sou...

Page 266: ...ons N The red distance warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion A warning tone also sounds You are approaching a vehicle a pedestrian or a stationary obstacle in your line of travel at to...

Page 267: ...ing maneuvers Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 153 X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display X Check t...

Page 268: ...ARNING You will need to use more force to steer There is a risk of an accident X Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required If you are able to steer safely X Drive on carefully X Vis...

Page 269: ...aust tail pipe and the tail pipe trim Allow these components to cool down before touch ing them The handling characteristics of a laden vehicle are dependent on the distribution of the load within the...

Page 270: ...ing the mechanical key Y page 78 X To lock insert the mechanical key into the lock and turn it 90 clockwise to position 2 X To unlock insert the mechanical key into the lock and turn it 90 counter clo...

Page 271: ...in the doors In doors you can store bottles with a capacity of up to 34 fl oz 1 0 liter Stowage space in the rear Stowage compartment in the rear seat armrest X To open fold down the seat armrest X Pu...

Page 272: ...in the rear with the trunk partition lowered Oth erwise the soft top could be damaged X To open fold down the rear armrest X Pull handle and fold down cover X If necessary pull outer valance up and t...

Page 273: ...ds Handle folds upwards X Swing trunk floor upwards using handle until it rests against the trunk partition X Fold out hook on the underside of the trunk floor X Clip hook into groove X To close uncli...

Page 274: ...nks could otherwise spill Do not expose drinks bottles in the cup holder in the center console to continuous strong and direct sunlight The passenger compartment in the area of the center con sole can...

Page 275: ...WARNING If the mirror cover of the vanity mirror is folded up when the vehicle is in motion you could be blinded by incident light There is a risk of an accident Always keep the mirror cover folded d...

Page 276: ...roller sunblind stops briefly and moves back into the out of use position Ashtray Front ashtray X To open briefly press marking Stowage compartment opens X To remove the insert grip the sides of inse...

Page 277: ...chargers for mobile phones If you use the sockets for long periods when the engine is switched off the battery may dis charge An emergency cut out ensures that the on board voltage does not drop too...

Page 278: ...r X Fold the cover out to the front X To switch cooling level to low press but ton once An indicator lamp in the button lights up X To switch cooling level to high press but ton twice Both indicator l...

Page 279: ...le if Rit has been activated and is operational Rthe corresponding mobile phone network is available for transmitting data to the Cus tomer Center Ra service subscription is available Determining the...

Page 280: ...ve the notes on system activation Y page 277 An emergency call is dialed automatically if an air bag or Emergency Tensioning Device is trig gered You cannot end an automatically trig gered emergency c...

Page 281: ...iolet X To call Roadside Assistance press Road side Assistance button This initiates a call to the Mercedes Benz Cus tomer Assistance Center The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button flashes wh...

Page 282: ...button for ending a phone call MB Info call button Coupe Cabriolet X To call MB Info press MB Info call button This initiates a call to the Mercedes Benz Cus tomer Assistance Center The indicator lam...

Page 283: ...gation system in your vehicle If you know the destination the address can be downloaded Alternatively you can obtain the location of Points of Interest POIs important destinations in the vicinity Fur...

Page 284: ...s Vehicle remote opening You can use the vehicle remote opening if you have unintentionally locked your vehicle and a replacement SmartKey is not available The vehicle can be opened by the Mercedes Be...

Page 285: ...he Customer Assistance Center The Roadside Assistance Connected mes sage appears in the display If the Vehicle Health Check can be started the Request for Vehi cle Diagnostics Received Start vehi cle...

Page 286: ...You will be informed if the vehicle crosses the boundaries of the selected areas You can select the way in which you receive this information beforehand Possible options include text message e mail or...

Page 287: ...garage door opener X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock Y page 136 X Select one of buttons to to use to con trol the garage door drive X To start programming mode press and hold one...

Page 288: ...ized during programming Comparable with Canadian law some U S garage door open ers also feature a break Proceed as follows Rif you live in Canada Rif you have difficulties programming the garage door...

Page 289: ...which you have programmed to operate the garage door Garage door system with a fixed code indi cator lamp lights up green Garage door system with a rolling code indi cator lamp flashes green The tran...

Page 290: ...radio waves from penetrating the windshield up into the gigahertz range In order to operate radio controlled equipment e g toll recording systems areas on the windshield are permeable to radio waves...

Page 291: ...ment keep the hood closed and contact the fire department G WARNING The engine compartment contains moving components Certain components such as the radiator fan may continue to run or start again sud...

Page 292: ...0 9 US qt 0 8 l of oil per 600 miles 1000 km The oil consumption may be higher than this when the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at high engine speeds Depending on the engine the oil dipsti...

Page 293: ...consequences and M Solutions Engine Oil Level OK The oil level is correct Check Engine Oil Level Add 1 Liter The oil level is too low X Add 1 1 US qt 1 0 liter of engine oil Reduce Engine Oil Level Th...

Page 294: ...or the service system Rreplacing engine oil and oil filters after the interval for replacement specified by the service system has been exceeded Rusing engine oil additives Do not add too much oil add...

Page 295: ...ap and turn it clockwise as far as it will go For further information on coolant see Y page 360 Adding washer fluid to the windshield washer system G WARNING Certain components in the engine compart m...

Page 296: ...ss the a or button on the steering wheel Displaying service messages X Switch the ignition on X Use on the steering wheel to call up the list of menus X Press 9 or on the steering wheel to select the...

Page 297: ...ed and approved by Mercedes Benz Washing the vehicle and cleaning the paintwork Automatic car wash G WARNING Braking efficiency is reduced after washing the vehicle There is a risk of an accident Afte...

Page 298: ...ary X Depress and hold the brake pedal X Engage park position P X Release the brake pedal X Remove Start Stop button from ignition lock Y page 136 X Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock X Switch...

Page 299: ...Rusing a car wash Rusing a power washer Make sure that the SmartKey is at least 10 ft 3 m away from the vehicle Cleaning the paintwork Do not affix Rstickers Rfilms Rmagnetic plates or similar items...

Page 300: ...olvents Remove bird droppings immediately as they are corrosive and therefore can make the soft top fabric leak Do not use high pressure cleaning equipment to clean the vehicle Do not use sharp edged...

Page 301: ...et from a circular jet nozzle dirt blasters can cause invisible exterior damage to the tires or chassis components Compo nents damaged in this way may fail unexpect edly There is a risk of an accident...

Page 302: ...Otherwise the graph ite coating could be damaged This could cause wiper noise Hold the wiper arm securely when folding back The windshield could be damaged if the wiper arm smacks against it suddenly...

Page 303: ...dia system see the separate operat ing instructions X To clean the rear view camera use clear water and a soft cloth to clean camera lens If you drive at speeds above 20 mph 30 km h or with the SmartK...

Page 304: ...Never clean the camera lens When cleaning the field of vision of the driving systems make sure that you do not spray glass cleaner on the camera lens If the camera lens is dirty visit a qualified spe...

Page 305: ...ather or DINAMICA If used often these can damage the cover Note that regular care is essential to ensure that the appearance and comfort of the covers is retained over time Genuine leather seat covers...

Page 306: ...s Do not dry the seat belts by heating at temperatures above 176 80 or in direct sunlight X Use clean lukewarm water and soap solution Cleaning the headliner and carpets X Headliner if it is very dirt...

Page 307: ...RJack RWheel chock RLug wrench RRatchet wrench RAlignment bolt Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit Tire inflation compressor Towing eye Tire sealant filler bottle X Open the trunk lid X Lift the trunk floor u...

Page 308: ...ely 50 miles 80 km when the vehi cle is partially laden When the vehicle is fully laden it is approximately 19 miles 30 km In addition to the vehicle load the driving dis tance possible depends upon R...

Page 309: ...ou come into contact with the tire sealant observe the following RRinse off the tire sealant from your skin immediately with water RIf the tire sealant comes into contact with your eyes immediately ri...

Page 310: ...escaped clean it off affected areas as quickly as possible Use plain water if possible If your clothes are soiled with tire sealant have them cleaned with perchloroethylene at a dry cleaner as soon a...

Page 311: ...fied specialist workshop i In cases such as the one mentioned above contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Cen ter Or call 1 800 FOR MERCedes in the USA or 1 800 387 0100 in Canada X Correct the tire pre...

Page 312: ...attery across the car pet or other synthetic materials Rif you wipe the battery with a cloth G WARNING During the charging process a battery produ ces hydrogen gas If a short circuit occurs or sparks...

Page 313: ...ch have been tested and approved for your vehicle by Mercedes Benz These batteries provide increased impact protection to prevent vehicle occupants from suffering acid burns should the battery be dama...

Page 314: ...ized Mercedes Benz Center for further information and availability Read the battery charger s operating instructions before charging the battery All vehicles except Cabriolets or Mercedes AMG vehicles...

Page 315: ...ighly likely that the discharged battery has frozen In this case you may neither charge the battery nor jump start the vehicle The service life of a thawed out battery may be shorter The starting char...

Page 316: ...mission to position P X Make sure that the ignition is switched off All indicator lamps in the instrument cluster must be off When using the SmartKey turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lo...

Page 317: ...icted or no longer available if Rthe engine is not running Rthe brake system or the power steering is malfunctioning Rthere is a malfunction in the voltage supply or the vehicle s electrical system If...

Page 318: ...y to position 2 in the ignition lock Rcannot release the electric parking brake Rcannot shift the automatic transmission to position N Disarm the automatic locking feature before the vehicle is towed...

Page 319: ...s not by parts of the vehicle such as axle or steering components Otherwise the vehicle could be damaged The towing eye can be used to pull the vehicle onto a trailer or transporter for transporting p...

Page 320: ...mpo nents on the circuit and their functions stop operating Before changing a fuse X Switch off the engine X Switch off all electrical consumers X Make sure that the ignition is switched off Y page 13...

Page 321: ...the cover is open When closing the cover make sure that it is lying correctly on the fuse box Moisture seep ing in or dirt could otherwise impair the oper ation of the fuses X Open the hood Y page 289...

Page 322: ...the arrow i The fuse allocation chart is located in a recess at the side of the fuse box You can find the corresponding fuse rating and fuse type on the fuse allocation chart S Class Cabriolet The fu...

Page 323: ...cessories that are not approved for your vehi cle by Mercedes Benz or are not being used cor rectly can impair the operating safety Before purchasing and using non approved accessories visit a qualifi...

Page 324: ...he following factors Rdriving style Rtire pressure Rdistance covered Notes on tire tread G WARNING Insufficient tire tread will reduce tire traction The tire is no longer able to dissipate water This...

Page 325: ...s at very cold temperatures could cause cracks to form thereby damaging the tires permanently Mercedes Benz cannot accept responsibility for this type of damage G WARNING Damaged tires can cause tire...

Page 326: ...lling away with snow chains mounted You can thereby allow the wheels to spin in a controlled manner achieving an increased driv ing force cutting action Tire pressure Tire pressure specifications Impo...

Page 327: ...lid for that tire size see illustration example The load conditions partially laden and fully laden are defined in the table for different num bers of occupants and amounts of luggage The actual numbe...

Page 328: ...e the vehicle speed and the tire load If the tire temperature changes by 18 10 the tire pressure changes by approximately 10 kPa 0 1 bar 1 5 psi Take this into account when checking the pressure of wa...

Page 329: ...checked X Press the tire pressure gage securely onto the valve X Read the tire pressure and compare it to the recommended value on the Tire and Loading Information placard or the tire pressure table...

Page 330: ...is sequence will be repeated every time the vehi cle is started as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illu minated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire...

Page 331: ...re mon itor automatically detects new wheels or new sensors As long as a clear allocation of the tire pressure value to the individual wheels is not possible the Tire Pressure Monitor Active message i...

Page 332: ...ure monitor Country Radio type approval number USA FCC ID MRXMW2433A FCC ID MRXGG4 FCC ID MRXMC34MA4 Canada IC 2546A MW2433A IC 2546A GG4 IC 2546A MC34MA4 Loading the vehicle Instruction labels for ti...

Page 333: ...n on the Tire and Loading Information placard in the illustration are examples The number of seats is vehicle specific and can differ from the details shown The number of seats in your vehicle can be...

Page 334: ...upants and load data from the Tire and Loading Information placard 1500 lbs 680 kg Step 2 RNumber of people in the vehicle driver and occupants 5 RDistribution of the occupants Front 2 Rear 3 RWeight...

Page 335: ...the driver s side of the vehicle Y page 330 Permissible Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR the gross weight of the vehicle all pas sengers load and trailer load noseweight if applicable must not exceed...

Page 336: ...con crete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance The safe speed on a wet snow covered or icy road is always lower than on dry road surfaces You should pay special attention to road condi t...

Page 337: ...e size description If there is no letter preceding the size descrip tion as shown above these are passenger vehicle tires according to European manufac turing standards If P precedes the size descript...

Page 338: ...vice specifications ask the tire manufacturer in order to find out the maximum speed If a service specification is available the max imum speed is limited according to the speed rating in the service...

Page 339: ...d may deviate from the values in the illustration DOT Tire Identification Number TIN US tire regulations stipulate that every tire man ufacturer or retreader must imprint a TIN in or on the sidewall o...

Page 340: ...t The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire Recommended tire pressures The recommended tire pressure applies to the tires mounted at the factory The Tire and Loading Information placard con...

Page 341: ...g the maximum axle load of one axle by two PSI pounds per square inch A standard unit of measure for tire pressure Aspect ratio Relationship between tire height and tire width in percent Tire pressure...

Page 342: ...ould not be used near the valve This could damage the electronic components Only have tires changed at a qualified spe cialist workshop Always observe the instructions and safety notes in the Mounting...

Page 343: ...both plates upwards X Fold out lower plate X Guide the lugs on the lower plate fully into the openings in base plate Securing the vehicle example Coupe X Place chocks or other suitable items under th...

Page 344: ...and plastic hub caps X To remove turn the center cover of hub cap counter clockwise and remove X To install before installing ensure that hub cap is in the open position To do this turn the center co...

Page 345: ...n assist to you Alternatively you can use a second alignment bolt Do not place wheel bolts in sand or on a dirty surface The bolt and wheel hub threads could otherwise be damaged when you screw them i...

Page 346: ...hey are finger tight X Unscrew the alignment bolt X Tighten the last wheel bolt until it is finger tight Lowering the vehicle G WARNING The wheels could work loose if the wheel nuts and bolts are not...

Page 347: ...ding Information placard on the B pillar on the driver s side Rin the tire pressure table in the fuel filler flap Observe the notes on recommended tire pres sures under various operating conditions Y...

Page 348: ...set 1 50 in 38 mm 4 R20 Tires Wheels FA 245 40 R20 99 Y XL2 RA 275 35 R20 102 Y XL3 2 FA 8 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 42 in 36 mm RA 9 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 71 in 43 5 mm FA 245 40 R20 99 Y XL2 R...

Page 349: ...offset 1 50 in 38 mm RA 9 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 50 in 38 mm Winter tires R18 Tires Wheels FA 245 50 R18 104 V XL M Si2 RA 245 50 R18 104 V XL M S i2 FA 8 0 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1 61 in 41 mm RA...

Page 350: ...et 1 50 in 38 mm FA 255 40 ZR20 101 Y XL RA 285 35 ZR20 104 Y XL3 FA 8 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 54 in 39 mm RA 9 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 54 in 39 mm Winter tires R19 Tires Wheels RA 255 45 R19 10...

Page 351: ...RA 285 35 ZR20 104 Y XL3 FA 8 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 54 in 39 mm RA 9 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 54 in 39 mm Winter tires R20 Tires Wheels BA 255 40 R20 101 V XL M S i BA 8 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offs...

Page 352: ...1 50 in 38 mm 4 R20 Tires Wheels FA 245 40 R20 99 Y XL2 RA 275 35 R20 102 Y XL2 3 FA 8 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 42 in 36 mm RA 9 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 71 in 43 5 mm FA 245 40 R20 99 Y XL2 RA 27...

Page 353: ...offset 1 50 in 38 mm RA 9 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 50 in 38 mm Winter tires R18 Tires Wheels FA 245 50 R18 104 V XL M Si2 RA 245 50 R18 104 V XL M S i2 FA 8 0 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1 61 in 41 mm RA...

Page 354: ...et 1 50 in 38 mm FA 255 40 ZR20 101 Y XL RA 285 35 ZR20 104 Y XL3 FA 8 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 54 in 39 mm RA 9 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 54 in 39 mm Winter tires R19 Tires Wheels RA 255 45 R19 10...

Page 355: ...RA 285 35 ZR20 104 Y XL3 FA 8 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 54 in 39 mm RA 9 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 54 in 39 mm Winter tires R20 Tires Wheels RA 255 40 R20 101 V XL M S i BA 8 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offs...

Page 356: ...G The electromagnetic radiation from incor rectly operated RF transmitters can interfere with the vehicle electronics for example Rif the RF transmitter is not connected with an exterior antenna Rthe...

Page 357: ...maximum transmission output PEAK at the base of the antenna must not exceed the following values Frequency band Maximum transmission output Short wave 3 54 MHz 100 W 4 m waveband 74 78 MHz 30 W 2 m wa...

Page 358: ...USA only VIN Vehicle model Example vehicle identification plate Canada only VIN Paint code i The data shown on the vehicle identification plate is used only as an example This data is different for ev...

Page 359: ...and approved by Mercedes Benz Information on tested and approved products can be obtained at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or on the Internet at http bevo mercedes benz com You can identify serv...

Page 360: ...em and the engine Notify a qualified specialist workshop and have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained completely Only refuel using unleaded premium grade gasoline with at least 91 AKI 95 RON i E10 fu...

Page 361: ...tem as a result In such cases and in consultation with an authorized Mercedes Benz Center the fuel may be mixed with the cleaning additive recommended by Mercedes Benz You must observe the notes and m...

Page 362: ...The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture from the air This lowers the boiling point of the brake fluid If the boiling point of the brake fluid is too low vapor pockets may form in the brake system...

Page 363: ...itor concentrate in accordance with MB Specifications for Service Products 310 1 i When the vehicle is first delivered it is filled with a coolant mixture that ensures adequate antifreeze and anti cor...

Page 364: ...s have work on the climate control system carried out at a qualified specialist workshop Refrigerant instruction label Example refrigerant instruction label Warning symbol Refrigerant filling capacity...

Page 365: ...ls Vehicle length 197 9 in 5027 mm Vehicle width including exterior mirrors 83 0 in 2108 mm All other models Vehicle height 55 7 in 55 9 in 1416 mm 1419 mm Wheelbase 115 9 in 2945 mm Turning radius 38...

Page 366: ...ding exterior mirrors Vehicle height Wheelbase Turning radius Maximum trunk load All other models Vehicle length 197 9 in 5027 mm Vehicle width including exterior mirrors 83 0 in 2108 mm Vehicle heigh...

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