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Problem

Possible causes/consequences and 

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 Solutions

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The yellow ABS warning
lamp is lit while the
engine is running.

G

Risk of accident

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) is deactivated due to a malfunction.
BAS (Brake Assist), BAS PLUS, ESP

®

 (Electronic Stability

Program), PRE-SAFE

®

 Brake, the HOLD function and hill start

assist are therefore also deactivated, for example.
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you
brake hard, for example.
ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.

X

Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.

X

Drive on carefully.

X

Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

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.

!

The yellow ABS warning
lamp is lit while the
engine is running.

G

Risk of accident

ABS is temporarily unavailable. BAS, BAS PLUS, ESP

®

, EBD

(electronic brake force distribution), PRE-SAFE

®

 Brake, the HOLD

function, hill start assist are therefore also deactivated, for
example.
Self diagnosis is not yet complete or the on-board voltage may be
insufficient, for example.
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you
brake hard, for example.
ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.

X

Carefully drive a suitable distance making slight steering
movements at a speed above 12 mph (20 km/h).
The functions mentioned above are available again when the
warning lamp goes out.

If the warning lamp is still on:

X

Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.

X

Drive on carefully.

X

Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

242

Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster

On-board computer and displays

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Страница 1: ...C Class Operator s Manual I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 2: ...t Corporation in the USA and in other countries RGracenote is a registered trademark of Gracenote Inc RZagatSurvey and associated brands are registered trademarks of Zagat In this Operator s Manual yo...

Страница 3: ...des Benz therefore reserves the right to introduce changes in the following areas Rdesign Requipment Rtechnical features Therefore you cannot base any claims on the illustrations or text content in th...

Страница 4: ...I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 5: ...nd mirrors 91 Lights and windshield wipers 105 Climate control 121 Driving and parking 135 On board computer and displays 193 Stowing and features 253 Maintenance and care 277 Breakdown assistance 291...

Страница 6: ...essage 221 Front air bag driver front passenger 39 Important safety notes 38 Knee bag 40 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp 42 Pelvis air bag 41 Safety guidelines 37 Side impact air bag 40 Window cu...

Страница 7: ...gs BAS PLUS Brake Assist System PLUS 60 Battery SmartKey Checking 74 Important safety notes 74 Replacing 74 Battery vehicle Charging 300 Display message 227 Important safety notes 298 Jump starting 30...

Страница 8: ...In the vehicle 53 Restraint systems 53 Child seat LATCH type ISOFIX child seat anchors 55 Special seat belt retractor 55 Top Tether 56 Cigarette lighter 262 Climate control Automatic climate control...

Страница 9: ...compartment 260 Customer Assistance Center CAC 25 Customer Relations Department 25 D Dashboard see Cockpit Data see Technical data Daytime running lamps Display message 224 Switching on off on board c...

Страница 10: ...ety information 59 Overview 58 PRE SAFE Brake 65 Driving systems Active Blind Spot Assist 187 Active Driving Assistance package 187 Active Lane Keeping Assist 190 ATTENTION ASSIST 182 Blind Spot Assis...

Страница 11: ...139 Switching off 153 Engine electronics Problem malfunction 141 Engine oil Adding 279 Additives 349 Checking the oil level 279 Checking the oil level using the dipstick 279 Display message 227 Fillin...

Страница 12: ...Fuse allocation chart vehicle tool kit 292 Fuses Allocation chart 305 Before changing 305 Dashboard fuse box 305 Fuse box in the engine compartment 306 Fuse box in the trunk 306 Important safety notes...

Страница 13: ...Using 295 Jump starting engine 301 K Key see SmartKey KEYLESS GO Convenience closing feature 85 Display message 238 Locking 71 Start Stop button 137 Starting the engine 139 Unlocking 71 Key positions...

Страница 14: ...ad symmetrical 106 Switching on off 107 Lumbar support Adjusting 97 Adjusting the 4 way lumbar support 97 Luxury head restraints 96 M M S tires 312 Maintenance see ASSYST PLUS service interval display...

Страница 15: ...e 283 Display messages 213 DISTRONIC PLUS 168 Factory settings submenu 210 Important safety notes 194 Instrument cluster submenu 206 Lighting submenu 207 Menu overview 198 Message memory 213 Navigatio...

Страница 16: ...ant safety system Product information 21 Program selector button 144 Pulling away Automatic transmission 139 Q Qualified specialist workshop 24 R RACE START AMG vehicles 174 RACETIMER on board compute...

Страница 17: ...ency Tensioning Devices 52 Fastening 50 Important safety guidelines 48 Releasing 51 Safety guidelines 37 Special seat belt retractor 55 Warning lamp 239 Warning lamp function 51 Seats Adaptive seat ba...

Страница 18: ...nt 263 Spare wheel Notes data 337 Storage location 293 see Emergency spare wheel Specialist workshop 24 Speed controlling see Cruise control Speedometer Digital 199 In the Instrument cluster 29 Segmen...

Страница 19: ...k 203 Redialing 203 Rejecting ending a call 203 Temperature Coolant 194 Coolant on board computer 210 Engine oil on board computer 210 Outside temperature 195 Setting climate control 128 Theft deterre...

Страница 20: ...Tire tread definition 333 Total load limit definition 334 Traction 326 Traction definition 334 Tread wear 326 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 326 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards definiti...

Страница 21: ...343 W Warning and indicator lamps ABS 242 Brakes 241 Check Engine 246 Coolant 247 Cruise control 160 Distance warning 249 DISTRONIC PLUS 249 ESP 243 ESP OFF 244 Fuel tank 246 LIM DISTRONIC PLUS 164 Ov...

Страница 22: ...safety notes 312 Slippery road surfaces 159 Snow chains 313 Winter tires M S tires 312 Wiper blades Cleaning 286 Important safety notes 118 Replacing rear window 118 Replacing windshield 118 Wooden tr...

Страница 23: ...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 Limited Warranty Vehicle equipmen...

Страница 24: ...s 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 Booklet describes all the necessary...

Страница 25: ...ents and associated software could cause them to cease functioning Because the vehicle s electronic components are interconnected any modifications made may produce an undesired effect on other system...

Страница 26: ...necessary specialist knowledge tools and qualifications to correctly carry out the work required on your vehicle This is especially the case for work relevant to safety Observe the notes in the servi...

Страница 27: ...e to Administrator NHTSA Headquarters 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE West Building Washington DC 20590 You can obtain additional information about vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Limited Warranty...

Страница 28: ...bserve the mbrace1 purchase agreement for further details on the recording and transfer of data by this system 1 The system is called TELE AID in Canada 26 Introduction I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d...

Страница 29: ...Cockpit 28 Instrument cluster 29 Multifunction steering wheel 31 Center console 32 Overhead control panel 33 Door control panel 34 27 At a glance I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 30: ...Climate control systems 122 D Ignition lock 137 Start Stop button 137 Function Page E Adjusts the steering wheel manually 99 F Adjusts the steering wheel electrically 99 G Combination switch 109 H Par...

Страница 31: ...oolant temperature 194 Speedometer with segments 195 Multifunction display 196 Function Page A Tachometer 195 B Instrument cluster lighting brightness control turn clockwise or counter clockwise Instr...

Страница 32: ...anada only 241 B Turn signal 109 C ABS 242 D SRS 245 E Check engine 246 Function Page F Tire pressure monitor 250 G Seat belt 239 H ESP on AMG vehicles 243 I Coolant 247 J Rear fog lamp 108 K High bea...

Страница 33: ...ejects or ends a call 202 Exits phone book redial memory 6 Makes or accepts a call Switches to the redial memory WX Adjusts the volume 8 Mute Function Page A Selects a menu 198 9 Selects the submenu o...

Страница 34: ...45 Indicator lamp 42 C u Rear window roller sunblind 261 Function Page D M Dynamic driving package with sports mode 171 E Stowage compartment 254 Ashtray 262 Cigarette lighter 262 Power socket 263 F S...

Страница 35: ...SOS button mbrace system 266 Function Page C Rear view mirror 101 D Integrated electronic compass 275 E Buttons for the garage door opener 273 F Microphone for mbrace emergency call system telephone a...

Страница 36: ...at exterior mirrors and steering wheel 103 A 7Z Adjusts and folds the exterior mirrors in out electrically 101 B W Opens closes the side windows 83 C n Activates deactivates the override feature for t...

Страница 37: ...Useful information 36 Occupant safety 36 Children in the vehicle 53 Panic alarm 58 Driving safety systems 58 Theft deterrent locking systems 66 35 Safety I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 38: ...g with 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 fai...

Страница 39: ...d for the environment Check your national disposal guidelines California residents see www dtsc ca gov HazardousWaste Perchlorate index cfm RAir bags and ETDs are designed to function on a one time on...

Страница 40: ...must always be seated correctly and have their seat belts fastened accordingly For maximum protection in the event of a collision you must always be in the normal seat position with your back against...

Страница 41: ...mental protection The driver and passenger should always wear their seat belts Otherwise it is not possible for the air bags to provide their supplemental protection In the event of other types of imp...

Страница 42: ...or readings detects that the front passenger seat is occupied Rthe 45 indicator lamp in the center console is not lit Y page 42 Rthe air bag control unit predicts a high impact severity Driver s knee...

Страница 43: ...the fastened seat belt If the OCS detects that the front passenger seat is not occupied and the front passenger seat belt is not fastened the belt tongue is not engaged in the seat belt buckle the si...

Страница 44: ...of seat belt use Rindependently of the front air bags Window curtain air bags will not deploy in impacts with deceleration rates which do not exceed the system s preset deployment thresholds for vehi...

Страница 45: ...ger or a small adult the 45 indicator lamp will illuminate for approximately 6 seconds when the engine is started Depending on occupant weight sensor readings from the seat it will then remain illumin...

Страница 46: ...5 indicator lamp is illuminated indicating that the front passenger front air bag is deactivated Should the 45 indicator lamp not illuminate or go out while the restraint is installed please check ins...

Страница 47: ...Ron vehicles with KEYLESS GO press the Start Stop button once or twice If an adult occupant is properly sitting on the passenger seat and the OCS classifies the occupant as an adult the 45 indicator l...

Страница 48: ...es not remain illuminated The front passenger seat is Runoccupied Roccupied with a weight up to or less than a typical 12 month old child in a standard child restraint system The OCS is malfunctioning...

Страница 49: ...he NECK PRO head restraints NECK PRO luxury head restraints on the driver s and front passenger seats Y page 47 Otherwise the additional protection will not be available in the event of another rear e...

Страница 50: ...aint X Put resetting tool back into the vehicle document wallet Seat belts Important safety notes The use of seat belts and infant and child restraint systems is required by law in all 50 states the D...

Страница 51: ...t use of the seat belts G WARNING USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY RSeat belts can only work when used properly Never wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this section as that could result in...

Страница 52: ...at manufacturer s instructions G WARNING Do not pass seat belts 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 dam...

Страница 53: ...in the door or in the seat mechanism This could damage the door the door trim panel and the seat belt Damaged seat belts can no longer fulfill their protective function and must be replaced Consult an...

Страница 54: ...e ETDs can only be activated when Rthe ignition is switched on Rthe restraint systems are operational see SRS warning lamp Y page 36 Rthe belt tongue is engaged in the buckle on each of the lap should...

Страница 55: ...perly secured with the vehicle s seat belt the seat belt and top tether strap or lower anchors and top tether strap fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer s instructions Occupants especi...

Страница 56: ...s properly without a booster When the child restraint is not in use remove it from the vehicle or secure it with the seat belt to prevent the child restraint from becoming a projectile in the event of...

Страница 57: ...child seat anchors in the rear G WARNING Children that are too large for a child restraint must travel in seats using normal seat belts Position shoulder belt across the chest and shoulder not face o...

Страница 58: ...backrests are secured properly by pushing and pulling on the seat backrests If the seat backrest is not locked properly the seat backrest could fold forward The child restraint system is no longer su...

Страница 59: ...eel adjustment 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...

Страница 60: ...s device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The product label with FCC ID and IC certification number can be found in the battery case of the SmartKey i Canada only This device c...

Страница 61: ...you only brake gently G WARNING If the ABS malfunctions other driving systems such as the BAS or the ESP are also switched off Observe indicator and warning lamps that may come on as well as messages...

Страница 62: ...tes the braking force necessary to avoid a rear end collision Should you apply the brakes forcefully BAS PLUS can automatically increase the braking force to a level suitable for the traffic condition...

Страница 63: ...eed to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions Failure to observe these guidelines could cause the vehicle to skid ESP cannot prevent accidents resulting from excessive speed Vehicles without...

Страница 64: ...trument cluster lights up G WARNING When the ESP OFF warning lamp is lit ESP is deactivated If the ESP warning lamp and the ESP OFF warning lamp remain lit ESP is not available due to a malfunction Wh...

Страница 65: ...handling mode warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up The SPORT handling mode message appears in the multifunction display X To deactivate briefly press button The M SPORT handling mode warn...

Страница 66: ...to the non operating status of the ESP Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an extended period with ESP deactivated You could otherwise damage the drivetrain X To activate briefly press button The ES...

Страница 67: ...er of a rear end collision Rthere is no longer an obstacle detected in front of your vehicle i USA only this device has been approved by the FCC as a Vehicular Radar System The radar sensor is intende...

Страница 68: ...ffic Rin curves As a result PRE SAFE Brake cannot intervene in critical situations There is a risk of an accident Always pay careful attention to the traffic situation and be ready to brake In order t...

Страница 69: ...y The emergency call system initiates the call provided that Ryou have subscribed to the mbrace TELE AID service Rthe mbrace TELE AID service has been activated properly Rthe required mobile phone pow...

Страница 70: ...68 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 71: ...Useful information 70 SmartKey 70 Doors 77 Trunk 80 Side windows 83 Sliding sunroof 86 69 Opening closing I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 72: ...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...

Страница 73: ...es on if it is activated in the on board computer Y page 207 If you activate the acoustic locking confirmation function you will hear the following depending on the date of production of the vehicle R...

Страница 74: ...is possible that the system may not recognize the SmartKey The vehicle can then not be locked or started using KEYLESS GO RIf the KEYLESS GO key has been removed from the vehicle e g if a passenger le...

Страница 75: ...rface of the door handle on the driver s door X To unlock centrally touch the inner surface of the door handle on the front passenger door or the rear door X To lock centrally touch the outer sensor s...

Страница 76: ...disposal guidelines California residents see www dtsc ca gov HazardousWaste Perchlorate index cfm Checking the battery X Press the or button The battery is working properly if battery check lamp ligh...

Страница 77: ...ive terminal facing upwards Use a lint free cloth to do so X Make sure that the surface of the battery is free from lint grease and all other forms of contamination X Insert the front tabs of battery...

Страница 78: ...radio waves X Lock unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the SmartKey Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver s door handle from close range and press the button There is a malfu...

Страница 79: ...gnition lock Always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unsupervised in the vehicle even if they are secured in a child restraint system and do not give them access t...

Страница 80: ...ck the fuel filler flap i You cannot unlock the vehicle centrally from the inside if the vehicle has been locked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS GO i It is only possible to lock the vehicle centrally if...

Страница 81: ...alarm system will be triggered Y page 67 X Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey Y page 73 X Insert the mechanical key into the lock of the driver s door as far as it will go X Turn the mechani...

Страница 82: ...nt or memory function If children open a door they could cause severe or even fatal injury to other persons if they get out of the vehicle they could injure themselves when doing so or be seriously or...

Страница 83: ...lid is closed when the engine is running and while driving Among other dangers deadly carbon monoxide CO gases may enter the vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death The trunk lid swing...

Страница 84: ...to the SmartKey Unlocking the trunk mechanical key The trunk lid swings upwards when opened Therefore make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the trunk lid If the trunk cannot be unlocked w...

Страница 85: ...ems with door windows section for details The closing of the door windows can be immediately halted by releasing the switch or if the switch was pulled past the resistance point and released by either...

Страница 86: ...driver s door handle X Press and hold the button until the side windows and the sliding sunroof or the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel are in the desired position If the roller sunblinds o...

Страница 87: ...ssed sensor surface X Make sure that all the side windows and the sliding sunroof or panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel are closed On vehicles with a panorama roof with power tilt sliding pan...

Страница 88: ...sliding sunroof make sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening closing procedure The sliding sunroof is equipped with automatic operation and the anti entrapment feature If t...

Страница 89: ...tarted in the corresponding direction You can stop automatic operation by operating the switch again When opening and raising the roof automatic operation is only available if the sliding sunroof is i...

Страница 90: ...feature stops the roller sunblinds and they open again slightly The opening and closing of the roller sunblinds can be terminated immediately by releasing the button In automatic operation press the b...

Страница 91: ...ld be severely or even fatally injured when closing the sliding sunroof with increased closing force or if the anti entrapment feature is deactivated Make sure that nobody can become trapped when clos...

Страница 92: ...90 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 93: ...Useful information 92 Correct driver s seat position 92 Seats 93 Steering wheel 99 Mirrors 101 Memory function 103 91 Seats steering wheel and mirrors I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 94: ...are gently supported Ryou can depress the pedals properly X Check whether the head restraint is adjusted properly Y page 95 When doing so make sure that you have adjusted the head restraint so that th...

Страница 95: ...roperly Radjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level Rnever place hands under the seat or n...

Страница 96: ...he seats and the objects i The head restraints in the front seats are equipped with the NECK PRO system Y page 47 For this reason it is not possible to remove the head restraints from the front seats...

Страница 97: ...aft adjustment Backrest angle i You can store the seat settings using the memory function Y page 103 i AMG vehicles are equipped with a seat featuring an integrated head restraint and the head restrai...

Страница 98: ...f the head restraints G WARNING For your protection drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust the head restraint in such a way that it is as close to the head as possible and the cent...

Страница 99: ...osition X Fold back the rear seat backrest until it engages Adjusting the lumbar support You can adjust the contour of the front seats so as to provide optimum support for your back X Move adjustment...

Страница 100: ...front passenger seat The system automatically switches down from level 3 to level 2 after approximately eight minutes The system automatically switches down from level 2 to level 1 after approximately...

Страница 101: ...ING Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Adjusting the steering wheel while driving or driving without the steering wheel adjustment feature locked could cause the driver to lose control of...

Страница 102: ...in motion All steering wheel adjustment must be completed before setting the vehicle in motion Driving off with the steering wheel still adjusting could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle...

Страница 103: ...irror are closer than they appear Check your interior rear view mirror and glance over your shoulder before changing lanes The exterior mirrors are automatically heated if the rear window defroster is...

Страница 104: ...t of position If an exterior mirror has been pushed out of position proceed as follows X Vehicles without electrically folding exterior mirrors move the exterior mirror into the correct position manua...

Страница 105: ...rror does not move If the mirror moves out of position repeat the steps Calling up a stored parking position setting X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock X Adjust the exterior mirror...

Страница 106: ...en completed Calling up a stored setting If you want to move the seat from the fully reclined position to a stored seat position first raise the backrest The seat could otherwise be damaged X Press an...

Страница 107: ...Useful information 106 Exterior lighting 106 Interior lighting 112 Replacing bulbs 113 Windshield wipers 116 105 Lights and windshield wipers I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 108: ...oncoming traffic Symmetrical lights do not illuminate as large an area of the edge of the road Have the headlamps converted at a qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center a...

Страница 109: ...ps in Canada The daytime running lamps function is required by law in Canada It cannot therefore be deactivated X Turn the light switch to c or With the engine running depending on the ambient light t...

Страница 110: ...G WARNING If the light switch is set to c or the low beam headlamps will not come on automatically if it is foggy This could endanger you and others Therefore turn the light switch to L in fog The aut...

Страница 111: ...in the direction of arrow or High beam headlamps X To switch on the high beam headlamps turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the engine X Turn the light switch to L or c or X...

Страница 112: ...ing light function The cornering light function improves the illumination of the road over a wide angle in the direction you are turning enabling better visibility in tight bends for example It can on...

Страница 113: ...icator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out The _ indicator lamp in the instrument cluster stays on X To deactivate move the combination switch back to its normal position The _ indicator lamp in t...

Страница 114: ...control panel p Switches the right hand reading lamp on off p Switches the left hand reading lamp on off Interior lighting control Important notes In order to prevent the vehicle s battery from discha...

Страница 115: ...t a qualified specialist workshop Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of vehicle safety You must therefore make sure that these function correctly at all times Have the headlamp setting checked re...

Страница 116: ...adlamp H7 55 W Low beam headlamp H7 55 W Bi Xenon headlamps Cornering lamp H7 55 W Tail lamp Backup lamp P 21 W Brake lamp P 21 W Brake lamp tail lamp P 21 W Changing the front bulbs Low beam headlamp...

Страница 117: ...sert the new bulb into bulb holder X Insert bulb holder X Align housing cover and turn it clockwise until it engages Cornering light function Bi Xenon headlamps X Switch off the lights X Open the hood...

Страница 118: ...the bulbs Backup lamp Brake lamp Parking lamp brake lamp X Press the respective bulb or back and turn it counter clockwise to remove it from the bulb holder X Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder...

Страница 119: ...s and the windshield becoming dirty in dry weather conditions the windshield wipers may be activated inadvertently This could then damage the windshield wiper blades or scratch the windshield For this...

Страница 120: ...ades replaced by a qualified specialist workshop e g at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Replacing the windshield wiper blades Removing the wiper blades X Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock...

Страница 121: ...deactivated X For safety reasons you should remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock or X Switch off the engine using the Start Stop button and open the driver s door X Remove the cause of the obst...

Страница 122: ...120 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 123: ...Useful information 122 Overview of climate control sys tems 122 Operating the climate control sys tem 126 Setting the air vents 131 121 Climate control I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 124: ...ters undesired substances from the air The automatic climate control is only operational when the engine is running 11 Optimum operation is only achieved if you drive with the side windows and sliding...

Страница 125: ...o switch the rear window defroster on off Y page 130 B To set the temperature right Y page 128 C To activate deactivate air recirculation mode Y page 130 D To set the air distribution Y page 128 E To...

Страница 126: ...ne automatic climate control The following contains notes and recommendations on optimum use of dual zone automatic climate control RActivate climate control using the and buttons The indicator lamps...

Страница 127: ...ff Y page 129 D To switch climate control on off Y page 126 E To set the air distribution Y page 128 F To increase the airflow Y page 129 G To reduce the airflow Y page 129 H To adjust the climate con...

Страница 128: ...mate control system is deactivated the outside air supply and circulation are also deactivated Only choose this setting for a short time Otherwise the windows could fog up impairing visibility and end...

Страница 129: ...ribution Automatic mode will achieve optimal operation if cooling with air dehumidification is also activated If desired cooling with air dehumidification can be deactivated X Turn the SmartKey to pos...

Страница 130: ...he temperature setting in small increments Start at 72 22 X To increase reduce the temperature in the rear compartment using the rear control panel press the r or s button on the rear control panel On...

Страница 131: ...climate control the temperature setting for the driver s side is adopted for the front passenger side 3 zone automatic climate control the temperature setting for the driver s side is adopted for the...

Страница 132: ...on of snow and ice should be removed from the rear window before driving Visibility could otherwise be impaired endangering you and others The rear window defroster has a high current draw You should...

Страница 133: ...heat of the engine to continue heating the stationary vehicle for up to 30 minutes after the engine has been switched off The heating time depends on the temperature that has been set i The blower wil...

Страница 134: ...t thumbwheel left X To open close turn thumbwheels and up or down Setting the side air vents X To open close turn thumbwheel to the left or right i Side window defroster vent is never completely shut...

Страница 135: ...vents in the rear compartment Rear compartment air vent thumbwheel Rear compartment air vent right Rear control panel for automatic climate control15 Rear compartment air vent left X To open close tur...

Страница 136: ...134 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 137: ...l information 136 Breaking in notes 136 Driving 136 Automatic transmission 142 Refueling 150 Parking 153 Driving tips 155 Driving systems 159 135 Driving and parking I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e...

Страница 138: ...n increase the engine speed gradually and bring the vehicle up to full speed Additional breaking in notes for AMG vehicles Rdo not drive faster than 85 mph 140 km h in the first 1000 miles 1500 km Ron...

Страница 139: ...m engine speed is restricted in order to protect the engine To protect the engine and maintain smooth engine operation avoid driving at full throttle when the engine is cold SmartKey positions SmartKe...

Страница 140: ...re you can use Start Stop button 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 Po...

Страница 141: ...or with access to an unlocked vehicle 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 wit...

Страница 142: ...from the brake pedal This gives you enough time to move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal and depress it before the vehicle begins to roll G WARNING Never leave the vehicle when...

Страница 143: ...not start after several attempts X Consult a qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center The engine does not start You cannot hear the starter motor The on board voltage is to...

Страница 144: ...ortant safety notes G WARNING It is dangerous to shift the automatic transmission out of parking position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firm...

Страница 145: ...tationary The parking lock should not be used as a brake when parking In addition to engaging the parking lock you must always apply the parking brake to secure the vehicle The SmartKey can only be re...

Страница 146: ...is active regardless of the currently selected drive program The double clutch function reduces load change reactions and is conducive to a sporty driving style The sound generated by the double clutc...

Страница 147: ...ram see Y page 146 Only change from automatic drive program C S or S to manual drive program M when the vehicle is stationary X Turn drive program selector until the desired drive program appears in t...

Страница 148: ...hift range selected is shown in the multifunction display The automatic transmission shifts only as far as the selected gear Shift range You can use the engine s braking effect 5 To use the braking ef...

Страница 149: ...selector lever in manual drive program M if the transmission is in position D X Press the program selector button Y page 144 repeatedly until M appears in the multifunction display X AMG vehicles tur...

Страница 150: ...for the current speed Kickdown i Vehicles with an AMG engine it is not possible to use kickdown in manual drive program M You can also use kickdown for maximum acceleration in manual drive program M...

Страница 151: ...ng lock manually In the event of an electrical malfunction it is possible to release the selector lever lock manually to move it out of position P e g if you wish to tow the vehicle away Do not use an...

Страница 152: ...thanol vapors Avoid skin contact with ethanol Extinguish any naked flames before refueling Never allow sparks or smoking materials near ethanol Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a gasoline eng...

Страница 153: ...slightly X Open the fuel filler flap X Turn the fuel filler cap counter clockwise and remove it X Insert the fuel filler cap into the holder bracket on the inside of filler flap X Completely insert t...

Страница 154: ...viewed in the direction of travel X Open the trunk lid X Open the right hand side trim panel Y page 306 X Pull emergency release in the direction of the arrow The fuel filler flap is unlocked X Open...

Страница 155: ...ssland or harvested grain fields Combustible materials such as grass hay or leaves could be ignited by the hot exhaust system and cause a vehicle fire Unintended vehicle movement can cause serious per...

Страница 156: ...ged G WARNING When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch take it with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unl...

Страница 157: ...uent acceleration or braking X Have all maintenance work carried out as indicated by the service intervals in the Service Booklet or by the service interval display Fuel consumption also increases whe...

Страница 158: ...ot endanger other road users when you apply the brakes Downhill gradients On long and steep gradients you must reduce the load on the brakes by shifting early to a lower gear This allows you to take a...

Страница 159: ...op e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center G WARNING If brake pads or brake fluid other than those recommended are used the braking properties of the vehicle can be degraded to an extent that safe brak...

Страница 160: ...the individual driving style and operating conditions For this reason it is impossible to state a mileage that will be valid under all circumstances An aggressive driving style will lead to high wear...

Страница 161: ...y the brakes Driving systems Cruise control Important safety notes Cruise control maintains a constant road speed for you It brakes automatically in order to avoid exceeding the set speed On long and...

Страница 162: ...speed G WARNING The set speed stored in memory should only be set again if prevailing road conditions and legal speed limits permit Possible acceleration or deceleration differences arising from retur...

Страница 163: ...icle detected in front It brakes automatically in order to avoid exceeding the set speed On long and steep downhill gradients especially if the vehicle is laden you must select shift range 1 2 or 3 in...

Страница 164: ...rranties and is not permitted Do not tamper with alter or use in any non approved way Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment G WARNING Th...

Страница 165: ...anging to the right lane if the vehicles in the left lane are driving slower Rwhen driving into a filter lane or an expressway exit Rin complex driving situations for example in construction sites on...

Страница 166: ...d It may take up to two minutes after pulling away before DISTRONIC PLUS is operational Rthe parking brake must not be applied RESP must be activated but not intervening Rthe transmission must be in p...

Страница 167: ...desired speed you have stored G WARNING If you depress the brake DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated unless your vehicle is stationary DISTRONIC PLUS then no longer brakes your vehicle In such cases control...

Страница 168: ...er or from outside the vehicle DISTRONIC PLUS does not replace the parking brake and must not be used for parking The DISTRONIC PLUS braking effect is canceled and the vehicle can start moving if RDIS...

Страница 169: ...pected acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle could cause an accident and or serious injury to you and others X Press the cruise control lever up for a higher speed or down for a lower speed X Ke...

Страница 170: ...tween your vehicle and the vehicle in front i Make sure that you maintain a sufficient and safe distance from the vehicle in front Adjust the distance to the vehicle in front if necessary DISTRONIC PL...

Страница 171: ...rwards or X Brake unless the vehicle is stationary When you deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS the DISTRONIC PLUS Off message is shown in the multifunction display for approximately five seconds i The last spe...

Страница 172: ...ary DISTRONIC PLUS is then deactivated G WARNING The DISTRONIC PLUS works to maintain the speed selected by the driver unless a moving obstacle proceeding directly ahead of it in the same travel direc...

Страница 173: ...or stationary vehicles If for example the detected vehicle turns a corner and reveals an obstacle or stationary vehicle DISTRONIC PLUS will not brake for these Crossing vehicles DISTRONIC PLUS may mis...

Страница 174: ...In Comfort mode the driving characteristics of your vehicle are more comfortable Select this mode if you prefer a more comfortable driving style but also when driving fast on straight roads e g highwa...

Страница 175: ...g effect of the HOLD function is canceled and the vehicle could roll away if Rthe HOLD function is deactivated by depressing the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal Rthere is a malfunction in the sys...

Страница 176: ...page 62 Rthe steering wheel is in the straight ahead position Rthe vehicle is stationary and the brake pedal is depressed left foot Rthe transmission is in position D Activating RACE START X Depress t...

Страница 177: ...e raised This may damage the transfer case Damage of this sort is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty All wheels must remain either on the ground or be fully raised Observe the instructi...

Страница 178: ...drawbars PARKTRONIC does not detect such objects when they are in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle You could damage the vehicle or the objects The sensors may not detect snow and other objects t...

Страница 179: ...n the engine is running Transmission position Warning display D Front area activated R N or the vehicle is rolling backwards Rear and front areas activated P No areas activated One or more segments li...

Страница 180: ...ant safety notes i Parking Guidance is only available in Canada Parking Guidance is an electronic parking aid with ultrasound Ultrasound is used to measure the road on both sides of the vehicle A suit...

Страница 181: ...parking space as close as possible Rparking spaces that are littered overgrown or partially occupied by trailer drawbars might be identified incorrectly or not at all Rsnowfall or heavy rain may lead...

Страница 182: ...You are always responsible for safety and must continue to pay attention to your immediate surroundings when parking and maneuvering Otherwise you could endanger yourself and others X Stop the vehicle...

Страница 183: ...ed immediately and PARKTRONIC is deactivated Parking Guidance is canceled automatically if it is no longer possible to guide you into the parking space or if a malfunction occurs The parking space sym...

Страница 184: ...s in position 2 in the ignition lock X Make sure that the rear view camera function is selected in COMAND see the separate operating instructions for COMAND X Engage reverse gear The area behind the v...

Страница 185: ...creasing lapses in concentration you will be warned again after 15 minutes at the earliest ATTENTION ASSIST is reset when you continue your journey and starts assessing your tiredness again if Ryou sw...

Страница 186: ...n vehicles in the next lane may not be detected especially if they are driving in a staggered formation This may be the case if vehicles are driving at that edge of their lane which is furthest away f...

Страница 187: ...ntion to traffic conditions and your surroundings Otherwise you may fail to recognize dangers in time cause an accident and injure yourself and others Collision warning If a vehicle is detected in the...

Страница 188: ...ng road and weather conditions Always pay attention to traffic conditions and your surroundings Otherwise you may fail to recognize dangers in time cause an accident and injure yourself and others A w...

Страница 189: ...rcycles or bicycles or may only detect them too late It cannot detect vehicles that are overtaken at a small distance and then enter the blind spot area Active Blind Spot Assist cannot detect road and...

Страница 190: ...tor grill Make sure that the sensor areas on the bumpers and the sensor cover in the radiator grill are free of dirt ice and slush The rear sensors must not be covered for example by cycle racks or ov...

Страница 191: ...llision in the area of crash barriers or similar lane borders and apply the brakes Active Blind Spot Assist does not detect all traffic situations and road users Always make sure that there is suffici...

Страница 192: ...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 unclea...

Страница 193: ...ur 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 and traffic conditions...

Страница 194: ...Ra driving safety system intervenes e g ESP PRE SAFE Brake or Active Blind Spot Assist Rlane markings can no longer be recognized Switching on Active Lane Keeping Assist X Switch on Active Lane Keepin...

Страница 195: ...ortant safety notes 194 Displays and operation 194 Menus and submenus 198 Display messages 213 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 239 193 On board computer and displays I n f o r ma...

Страница 196: ...Driving characteristics may be impaired If you must continue to drive do so with added caution Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible G WARNING Malfunction and warning message...

Страница 197: ...es Changes in the outside temperature are displayed after a short delay Speedometer with segments The segments in the speedometer indicate which speed range is available Cruise control Y page 159 acti...

Страница 198: ...the selected number RIn the Audio menu stops the station search function at the desired station Right control panel RRejects or ends a call RExits phone book redial memory 6 RMakes or accepts a call R...

Страница 199: ...XjY Parking Guidance Y page 178 _ Adaptive Highbeam Assist Y page 110 ATTENTION ASSIST Y page 182 Lane Keeping Assist Y page 185 or Active Lane Keeping Assist Y page 190 HOLD HOLD function Y page 172...

Страница 200: ...display messages Y page 213 Rtire pressure loss warning system Canada only Y page 317 Rtire pressure monitor Y page 319 RASSYST PLUS service interval display Y page 282 C Sett menu Y page 206 D AMG me...

Страница 201: ...than four hours R999 hours have been exceeded 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 Displaying the ran...

Страница 202: ...itch on COMAND see the separate operating instructions X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the Navi menu Route guidance inactive Direction of travel Current road Route guidance activ...

Страница 203: ...vehicle position is outside the area of the digital map off map position RNo Route no route could be calculated to the selected destination Audio menu Selecting a radio station i SIRIUS XM satellite r...

Страница 204: ...elect the Audio menu DVD changer display example Current scene X To select the next or previous scene briefly press the 9 or button X To select a scene from the scene list rapid scrolling press and ho...

Страница 205: ...s the 9 or a button to call up the phone book X Press the 9 or button to select the desired name To start scrolling rapidly press and hold the 9 or button for longer than one second After a short time...

Страница 206: ...ble Rwhile driving ease up on the accelerator pedal Radapt your speed to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions Failure to observe these guidelines could cause the vehicle to skid ESP cannot...

Страница 207: ...activated the symbol appears in the multifunction display when the ignition is on Activating deactivating Blind Spot Assist You can use the Blind Spot Asst function to activate or deactivate Blind Spo...

Страница 208: ...on instruction in the Navi menu RDISTRONIC PLUS RASSYST PLUS service interval display X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the Settings menu X Press the or 9 button to select the Inst...

Страница 209: ...n in red X Press the a button to save the setting Activating deactivating surround lighting and exterior lighting delayed switch off If you have activated the Surround Lighting function and the light...

Страница 210: ...urther information on the automatic locking feature see Y page 78 X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the Settings menu X Press the or 9 button to select the Vehicle submenu X Press...

Страница 211: ...Y page 100 G WARNING You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel when the easy entry exit feature is activated To stop steering wheel movement move steering w...

Страница 212: ...n to confirm the selection If you select Yes the multifunction display shows a confirmation message AMG menu in AMG vehicles AMG displays X Press or on the steering wheel to select the AMG menu Digita...

Страница 213: ...lock X To start press the a button to start the RACETIMER Displaying the intermediate time X Press or to select Interm Time X Press the a button to confirm The intermediate time is displayed for five...

Страница 214: ...teering wheel to select the AMG menu X Press the 9 button repeatedly until the overall evaluation is shown RACETIMER overall evaluation Total time driven Average speed Distance covered A Top speed Lap...

Страница 215: ...age 153 Hiding display messages You can hide some display messages with a low priority X Press the a or button on the steering wheel to hide the display message The display message is cleared Display...

Страница 216: ...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 workshop G Risk...

Страница 217: ...ble See Operator s Manual G Risk of accident ESP BAS the HOLD function and hill start assist are temporarily unavailable BAS PLUS and PRE SAFE Brake may also have failed In addition the and warning la...

Страница 218: ...nction and hill start assist are unavailable due to a malfunction BAS PLUS and PRE SAFE Brake may also have failed In addition the and warning lamps light up in the instrument cluster and a warning to...

Страница 219: ...reservoir Additionally the red USA only J Canada only warning lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone sounds X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying att...

Страница 220: ...radio stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation Ryou switch off ESP AMG vehicles only Rthe system is outside the operating temperature range Rthe on board voltage is too low PRE SAFE Bra...

Страница 221: ...ion Service Required G Risk of injury SRS has malfunctioned at the rear center The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 6 Left Side Curtain A...

Страница 222: ...et the seat occupant s weight as greater than it actually is X Keep the seat unoccupied close the front passenger door and switch on the ignition Observe the 45 Y page 42 indicator lamp and the multif...

Страница 223: ...ut of the vehicle X Keep the seat unoccupied close the front passenger door and switch on the ignition Observe the 45 Y page 42 indicator lamp and the multifunction display and check the following Sea...

Страница 224: ...cialist workshop b Check Left Low Beam or Check Right Low Beam The left or right hand low beam headlamp is defective X Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Y page 113 or X Visit...

Страница 225: ...is defective X Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Y page 113 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Left High Beam or Check Right High Beam The left or right hand...

Страница 226: ...self Y page 113 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Rear Left Sidemarker Lamp or Check Rear Right Sidemarker Lamp The rear left or right side marker lamp is defective X Check whether yo...

Страница 227: ...Adaptive Highbeam Assist Now Available display message is shown Adaptive Highbeam Assist is operational again Engine Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Check Coolant Level S...

Страница 228: ...sit a qualified specialist workshop immediately G WARNING Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be seri...

Страница 229: ...ified specialist workshop If the poly V belt is not damaged X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 4 Check Engine Oil At Next Refueling The oil level has dropped to the minimum level A warning tone a...

Страница 230: ...ossible causes consequences and M Solutions Attention Assist Pause Based on specific criteria ATTENTION ASSIST has determined that the driver is tired or paying less attention A warning tone also soun...

Страница 231: ...rain snow or fog Rthere are no lane markings for a longer period Rthe lane markings are worn dark or covered for example by dirt or snow Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist is operation...

Страница 232: ...lind Spot Assist is operational again and the display message disappears if Rthe dirt e g slush drops away while the vehicle is in motion Rthe system detects that the sensors are fully available again...

Страница 233: ...ving at a speed of less than 19 mph 30 km h X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Parking Guidance has been deactivated because you are no longer following the recommended path X Park again and whil...

Страница 234: ...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 message continues to be displaye...

Страница 235: ...ility to steer or brake the vehicle You may lose control of the vehicle Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build up and possibly a fire G WARNING Follow recommended tire infl...

Страница 236: ...orrect tire pressure in all four tires X Restart the tire pressure loss warning system Y page 317 Run Flat Indicator Inoperative The tire pressure loss warning system is defective X Visit a qualified...

Страница 237: ...too great X Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity If necessary correct the tire pressure Y page 319 X Restart the tire pressure monitor Y page 321 Tire Press Sensor s Missing There is no s...

Страница 238: ...play messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Shift to P or N to Start Engine You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in position R or D X Shift the transmission to p...

Страница 239: ...ent The power steering is malfunctioning You will need to use more force to steer A warning tone also sounds X Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required X If you are able to steer s...

Страница 240: ...Remember to take the KEYLESS GO key with you when you leave 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 switc...

Страница 241: ...tion X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Close Doors to Lock Vehicle At least one door is open A warning tone also sounds X Close all doors and lock the vehicle again Warning and indicator lamps i...

Страница 242: ...ble warning sounds G Risk of injury The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt In addition you are driving faster than 15 mph 25 km h or you have briefly driven faster than 15 mph...

Страница 243: ...ied specialist workshop immediately X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display Do not add brake fluid This will not rectify the malfunction G WARNING Driving with the brake...

Страница 244: ...available The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running G Risk of accident ABS is temporarily unavailable BAS BAS PLUS ESP EBD electronic brake force distribution PRE SAFE Brake the H...

Страница 245: ...SAFE Brake the HOLD function and hill start assist for example are unavailable due to a malfunction The brake system continues to function normally but without the functions listed above The wheels co...

Страница 246: ...rovide sufficient assistance in such situations and the vehicle may start to skid X Reactivate ESP Exceptions Y page 61 If ESP cannot be activated X Have ESP checked at a qualified specialist workshop...

Страница 247: ...the warning lamp is still on X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop USA only J Canada only The red brake s...

Страница 248: ...to immediately visit a qualified specialist workshop as soon as the yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up If in doubt check whether such legal regulations apply in the state province in which you...

Страница 249: ...erature is no longer being monitored There is a risk of engine damage if the coolant temperature is too high X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine paying attention to road...

Страница 250: ...to heavy loads e g driving in mountainous terrain and stop and go traffic The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running A warning tone also sounds The coolant temperature has exce...

Страница 251: ...mperature exceeds 248 120 do not continue driving The engine will otherwise be damaged Driving systems Problem Possible causes consequences and M Solutions The red distance warning lamp lights up whil...

Страница 252: ...e indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard or the tire pressure label you should determine the proper tire pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipp...

Страница 253: ...f incompatible replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or w...

Страница 254: ...252 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 255: ...Useful information 254 Loading guidelines 254 Stowage areas 254 Features 259 253 Stowing and features I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 256: ...ent on the distribution of the load within the vehicle For this reason you should observe the following notes when transporting a load Rwhen transporting a load never exceed the maximum permissible gr...

Страница 257: ...to stow eyeglasses in the headliner on the driver s side X To open pull down eyeglasses compartment by the handle Stowage compartment under the armrest i Depending on the vehicle s equipment a USB co...

Страница 258: ...er s and front passenger seat backrests 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...

Страница 259: ...g the rear seat backrest back Otherwise it could be damaged X Fold rear seat backrest back until it engages G WARNING Always lock the seat backrest in its upright position when the rear seat bench is...

Страница 260: ...There are four cargo tie down rings in the trunk Vehicle with through loading feature in the rear bench seat Cargo tie down rings Bag hooks The bag hook can bear a maximum load of 11 lbs 5 kg Do not...

Страница 261: ...avoid damaging or scratching the covers do not use metallic or hard objects to open them Attaching the roof carrier X Open covers carefully in the direction of the arrow X Fold covers upwards X Only s...

Страница 262: ...forwards X Swing the rear seat armrest cover back down if necessary X To close raise the rear seat armrest cover Swing cup holder back until it engages Sun visors Overview of sun visors G WARNING Do n...

Страница 263: ...ccess to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious personal injury The children could Rinjure themselves on parts of the vehicle Rbe seriously or fatally injured through excessive exposure...

Страница 264: ...the rear compartment center console X To open pull cover out by its top edge X To remove the insert press release button and lift the insert up and out X To install the insert put insert from above in...

Страница 265: ...t X To close press cover briefly at the front The cover moves back 12 V sockets Points to observe before use The sockets can be used for accessories e g lamps or mobile phone chargers with a maximum c...

Страница 266: ...maximum wattage of the device to be connected must not exceed 150 W Rthe on board power supply is within a permissible volt range Rthe 12 V socket in the rear is operational Y page 263 X Open flap X...

Страница 267: ...ystem You can find further information and a description of all available features under Owners Online at http www mbusa com20 System self test After you have switched on the ignition the system carri...

Страница 268: ...ant information on the emergency is transmitted for example Rcurrent location of the vehicle as determined by the GPS system Rvehicle identification number Rinformation on the type of emergency Shortl...

Страница 269: ...des Benz Customer Assistance Center for example Rcurrent location of the vehicle Rvehicle identification number i The display of the audio system or COMAND shows that an mbrace call is active During t...

Страница 270: ...er details on the mbrace system can be found under http www mbusa com21 Log in under Owners Online i The mbrace system failed to initiate an MB Info call if Rthe indicator lamp in MB Info call button...

Страница 271: ...gation support without having to leave your vehicle The customer service representative determines a suitable driving route based on your current vehicle position and the desired destination and guide...

Страница 272: ...s available and data connection is possible Service for recovering a stolen vehicle If your vehicle has been stolen X Notify the police The police will issue a numbered incident report X This number w...

Страница 273: ...ccept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment FCC ID C...

Страница 274: ...amming the garage door system is operating on a rolling code After programming you must synchronize the garage door opener integrated in the rear view mirror with the receiver of the garage door syste...

Страница 275: ...you are programming Try different angles at a distance between 2 and 12 inches 5 to 30 cm or the same angle at varying distances Rif another remote control for the same garage door drive is available...

Страница 276: ...on lock X Press transmitter buttons and The indicator lamp lights up yellow X Press and hold transmitter buttons and until the indicator lamp turns green i Make sure that you clear the memory of the i...

Страница 277: ...rated and the magnetic field zone must be set Setting the compass X Determine your position using the following zone maps North America zone map South America zone map X Press a round pin into opening...

Страница 278: ...mph 5 km h to 6 mph 10 km h Once the calibration has been successfully completed the current direction appears in compass display Y page 275 Floormat on the driver s side G WARNING Whenever you are u...

Страница 279: ...Useful information 278 Engine compartment 278 Maintenance 282 Care 283 277 Maintenance and care I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 280: ...engine is not 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 WARN...

Страница 281: ...od can be raised slightly it is not properly engaged Open it again and close it with a little more force Engine oil Notes on the oil level Depending on the driving style the vehicle consumes up to 0 9...

Страница 282: ...off Example engine oil cap X Turn cap counterclockwise and remove it X Add engine oil If the oil level is at or below the MIN mark on the oil dipstick add 0 55 to 1 1 US qt 0 5 to 1 0 l engine oil X...

Страница 283: ...oir is used for both the windshield washer system and the headlamp cleaning system i Vehicle components and their service products must match You should therefore only use products that have been test...

Страница 284: ...vehicle is stationary and on a level surface The brake fluid level is correct if it is between MIN marking and MAX marking on the brake fluid reservoir Maintenance Service interval display Service me...

Страница 285: ...have the setting corrected at a Mercedes Benz Center Have service work carried out as described in the Service Booklet This may otherwise lead to increased wear and damage to the major assemblies or t...

Страница 286: ...ther position Make sure that Rthe side windows and the sliding sunroof are fully closed Rthe ventilation heating is switched off the OFF button has been pressed Rthe windshield wiper switch is in posi...

Страница 287: ...er X Remove impurities immediately where possible whilst avoiding rubbing too hard X Soak insect remains with insect remover and rinse off the treated areas afterwards X Soak bird droppings with water...

Страница 288: ...ield wipers away from the windshield when vertical Otherwise you will damage the hood X Clean the inside and outside of the windows with a damp cloth and a cleaning agent that is recommended and appro...

Страница 289: ...When cleaning the sensors with a power washer maintain a distance between the vehicle and the nozzle of the power washer of at least 11 8 in 30 cm Information about the correct distance is available f...

Страница 290: ...Wipe the plastic trim with a damp lint free cloth e g a microfiber cloth X Heavy soiling use car care and cleaning products recommended and approved by Mercedes Benz The surface may change color temp...

Страница 291: ...results depend on the type of dirt and how long it has been there Rclean Alcantara covers with a damp cloth Make sure you wipe entire seat sections to avoid leaving visible lines i Note that regular...

Страница 292: ...290 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 293: ...Useful information 292 Where will I find 292 Flat tire 293 Battery 298 Jump starting 301 Towing and tow starting 302 Fuses 305 291 Breakdown assistance I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 294: ...e left side X Open the trunk lid Example first aid kit behind the side trim panel X To open the cover turn rotary knob in the direction of the arrow and fold down cover X Remove the first aid kit Exam...

Страница 295: ...ssion move the selector lever to P X Switch off the engine X Vehicles without KEYLESS GO remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock X Vehicles with KEYLESS GO open the driver s door The on board elect...

Страница 296: ...wheel chock lug wrench or alignment bolt consult an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X Prepare the vehicle as described Y page 293 X Remove the following items depending on the vehicle s equipment fro...

Страница 297: ...the lifted vehicle Always lower the vehicle onto sufficient capacity jackstands before working under the vehicle Always firmly engage the parking brake and block the wheels with wheel chocks or other...

Страница 298: ...erwise be damaged when you screw them in X Remove the wheel Mounting a new wheel G WARNING Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or rusted Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts Damaged wheel...

Страница 299: ...argo compartment i USA only when you are driving with the emergency spare wheel mounted the tire pressure monitoring system cannot function reliably Only restart the tire pressure monitoring system wh...

Страница 300: ...nt to safety or on safety related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop i When replacing one or all tires make sure that you only use tires marked MOExtended and of the specif...

Страница 301: ...ring synthetic clothing or rubbing against textiles For this reason you also should not pull or push the battery over carpets or other synthetic materials Never touch the battery first First touch the...

Страница 302: ...Mercedes Benz Center for further information and availability Charge the battery in accordance with the separate instructions for the battery charger G WARNING There is a risk of acid burns during th...

Страница 303: ...ond battery using jumper cables Observe the following points X The battery is not accessible in all vehicles If the other vehicle s battery is not accessible jump start the vehicle using a second batt...

Страница 304: ...the jumper cable X First remove the jumper cable from earth point A and negative terminal then from positive terminal and positive terminal each time disconnecting from the contacts on your own vehicl...

Страница 305: ...d Do not tow with sling type equipment This could damage the vehicle On vehicles with KEYLESS GO use the SmartKey instead of the Start Stop button Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock...

Страница 306: ...e effort to brake and steer the vehicle Adapt your style of driving accordingly X Switch on the hazard warning lamps Y page 109 i When towing with the hazard warning lamps switched on use the combinat...

Страница 307: ...tems Have the cause determined and remedied by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Blown fuses must be replaced with fuses of the same rating which you can recognize by the color and value The fuse rat...

Страница 308: ...could be set in motion This could lead to you or others being injured by the wiper rods X Open the hood Y page 278 X Remove any existing moisture from the fuse box using a dry cloth X Take lines from...

Страница 309: ...X To open turn rotary catch clockwise X Open cover downwards in the direction of the arrow Fuses 307 Breakdown assistance Z I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 310: ...308 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 311: ...Tire pressure 313 Loading the vehicle 322 Maximum load rating 325 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 326 Tire labeling 327 Definition of terms for tires and loading 331 Changing a wheel 334 Wheel...

Страница 312: ...possibly an accident Retreaded tires are not tested or recommended by Mercedes Benz since previous damage cannot always be recognized on retreads The operating safety of the vehicle cannot be assured...

Страница 313: ...ips and correct the pressure as necessary Y page 313 Tire tread G WARNING Although the applicable federal motor vehicle safety laws consider a tire to be worn when the tread wear indicators TWI become...

Страница 314: ...ing with summer tires At temperatures below 45 7 the elasticity of summer tires and therefore also traction and braking capability are reduced considerably equip your vehicle with M S tires Using summ...

Страница 315: ...e the manufacturer s installation instructions If snow chains are mounted on the front wheels the snow chains could grind against the bodywork or components of the chassis This could result in damage...

Страница 316: ...ng load and speed conditions i Specifications shown in the examples of tire pressure tables are for illustration purposes only Tire pressure specifications are vehicle specific and may deviate from th...

Страница 317: ...e too low have a negative effect on vehicle safety which could lead you to cause an accident To test tire pressure use a suitable tire pressure gauge The outer appearance of a tire does not permit any...

Страница 318: ...on blowout because they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris potholes etc Overinflated tires can Radversely affect handling Rwear excessively and or unevenly Rbe more likely t...

Страница 319: ...pressure is too high release air by pressing down the metal pin in the valve using the tip of a pen for example Then check the tire pressure again using the tire pressure gauge X Screw the valve cap o...

Страница 320: ...res Rmount new wheels or tires X Before restarting consult the Tire and Loading Information placard on the B pillar on the driver s side or the tire pressure table on the inside of the fuel filler fla...

Страница 321: ...re monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you s...

Страница 322: ...the equipment i Canada only This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 this device must a...

Страница 323: ...es automatically However you can also define reference values manually as described here X Set the tire pressure Y page 313 to the value recommended for the corresponding driving situation on the Tire...

Страница 324: ...ts the fuel and the cargo You can also find information about the maximum gross axle weight rating on the front and rear axle The maximum gross axle weight rating is the maximum weight that can be car...

Страница 325: ...le s Tire and Loading Information placard X Step 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle X Step 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver an...

Страница 326: ...and cargo data from the Tire and Loading Information placard 1500 lbs 680 kg 1500 lbs 680 kg 1500 lbs 680 kg Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Step 2 Number of people in the vehicle driver and occupants 5...

Страница 327: ...sible load that can be carried by one axle front or rear axle To ensure that your vehicle does not exceed the maximum permissible values gross vehicle weight and maximum gross axle weight rating have...

Страница 328: ...ll between the tread shoulder and maximum tire width For example Tread wear Traction Temperature 200 AA A All passenger car tires must conform to the statutory safety requirements in addition to these...

Страница 329: ...d and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause excessive heat build up and possible tire failure The temperature grades are A th...

Страница 330: ...idth and is shown in percent The aspect ratio is calculated by dividing the tire width by the tire height Tire code tire code specifies the tire type R represents radial tires D represents diagonal ti...

Страница 331: ...186 mph 300 km h ZR Above 149 mph 240 km h ROptionally tires with a maximum speed of over 149 mph 240 km h may have ZR in the size description depending on the manufacturer e g 245 40 ZR 18 The servi...

Страница 332: ...rized Mercedes Benz Center Load index i Tire data is vehicle specific and may deviate from the data in the example In addition to the load bearing index load index may be imprinted after the letters t...

Страница 333: ...layers in sidewall and under the tread Definition of terms for tires and loading Tire ply composition and material used Describes the number of plies or the number of layers of rubber coated fabric in...

Страница 334: ...vehicle weight rating GVWR as specified on the vehicle identification plate on the B pillar on the driver s side GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The GVWR is the maximum permissible gross weight of a...

Страница 335: ...km Tread The part of the tire that comes into contact with the road Bead The tire bead ensures that the tire sits securely on the wheel There are several steel wires in the bead to prevent the tire f...

Страница 336: ...r depending on the operating conditions Rotate the wheels before a clear wear pattern has formed on the tires Front tires typically wear more on the shoulders and the rear tires in the center If your...

Страница 337: ...ving with a load tire dimension variations could cause the tires to come into contact with the bodywork and axle components This could result in damage to the tires or the vehicle Mercedes Benz accept...

Страница 338: ...rkshop e g at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center i Overview of abbreviations used in the following tire tables RBA both axles RFA front axle RRA rear axle In the following table the wheel tire combina...

Страница 339: ...0 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1 97 in 50 mm 8 5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 2 13 in 54 mm FA RA 235 40 ZR18 95 Y XL 255 35 ZR18 94 Y XL29 8 0 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1 77 in 45 mm 9 0 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 2 13...

Страница 340: ...92 V XL M Si 8 0 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1 77 in 45 mm BA 235 40 R18 95 V XL M Si29 8 0 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1 77 in 45 mm FA RA 235 40 R18 95 V XL M Si 255 35 R18 94 V XL M Si29 8 0 J x 18 H2 Wheel...

Страница 341: ...psi 3 5 B x 17 H2 Wheel offset 0 79 in 20 mm T 125 70 R18 99 M Tire pressure 420 kPa 4 2 bar 61 psi 3 5 B x 18 H2 Wheel offset 0 79 in 20 mm i The specified tire pressure is printed in yellow on the e...

Страница 342: ...340 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 343: ...on 342 Notes on technical data 342 Genuine Mercedes Benz parts 342 Warranty 343 Identification plates 343 Service products and capacities 344 Vehicle data 351 341 Technical data I n f o r ma t i o nP...

Страница 344: ...WARNING Driving safety may be impaired if non approved parts tires and wheels or safety relevant accessories are used This could lead to malfunctions in safety relevant systems e g the brake system Th...

Страница 345: ...anty RState Warranty Enforcement Laws Lemon Laws Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes Benz Parts and Accessories warranties You can obtain information about this from any auth...

Страница 346: ...ssion control information plate including the certification of both federal and Californian emissions standards Engine number stamped into the crankcase VIN on the lower edge of the windshield Service...

Страница 347: ...ent service fluids from coming into direct contact with your skin or clothing If a service fluid is swallowed contact a physician immediately Service products and capacities 345 Technical data Z I n f...

Страница 348: ...pacity C 250 15 6 US gal 59 0 l Premium grade unleaded gasoline at least 91 octane average value between 96 RON 86 MON All models except C 250 17 4 US gal 66 0 l Reserve All models except AMG vehicles...

Страница 349: ...ehicles can be operated with premium grade unleaded gasoline and ethanol E85 or a mixture of both Ethanol fuel E85 is a mixture of approximately 85 ethanol and 15 unleaded gasoline G WARNING Ethanol f...

Страница 350: ...esearch Octane Number RON and the Motor Octane Number MON RON MON 2 also known as knock resistance Reformulated gasoline RFG and or unleaded gasoline with additives can be used However the concentrati...

Страница 351: ...damage to the exhaust gas aftertreatment Follow the instructions in the service interval display regarding the oil change Otherwise you may damage the engine and the exhaust gas aftertreatment The ta...

Страница 352: ...lled at the factory with coolant that contains an antifreeze corrosion inhibitor that ensures protection down to approximately 35 37 Only add coolant that has been premixed with the desired antifreeze...

Страница 353: ...on antifreeze should be added Have the engine cooling system checked for possible leaks Windshield headlamp cleaning system G WARNING Washer solvent antifreeze is highly flammable Do not spill washer...

Страница 354: ...G Vehicle length 185 5 in 4712 mm Vehicle width including exterior mirrors 79 1 in 2008 mm Vehicle height 56 4 in 1433 mm Wheelbase 108 9 in 2765 mm Front track 61 8 in 1569 mm Rear track 60 0 in 1525...

Страница 355: ...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 whole or in part wi...

Страница 356: ...Order no 6515 0749 13 Part no 204 584 35 82 Edition A 2012 2045843582 2045843582 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

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