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  Operator’s Manual…
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  Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz Before you first drive off, read this Operator’s Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instructions and warning notices in this manual. Disregarding them may lead to damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

• Page 5: Table Of Contents

  Contents Index …………4 At a glance ……….. 27 Introduction ……… 21 Safety ……….. 37 Opening/closing ……… 73 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors ..95 Lights and windshield wipers ..109 Climate control ……… 123 Driving and parking ……137 On-board computer and displays ..

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  Index Air bags 1, 2, 3 … Display message ……235 12 V socket Front air bag (driver, front see Sockets passenger) ……..42 4ETS Important safety notes ….41 see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Knee bag ………. 43 Traction System) PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel indicator lamp ……..

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  Changing bulbs ……120 Authorized Centers Bag hook ……….275 see Qualified specialist workshop BAS (Brake Assist System) ….64 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System see Qualified specialist workshop PLUS) ………… 65 Authorized workshops Battery (SmartKey) see Qualified specialist workshop Checking ……….

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  Index Maintenance ……..162 Center console Parking brake …….. 158 Lower section ……..33 Warning lamp ……… 257 Lower section (AMG vehicles) ..34 Breakdown Upper section ……..32 Central locking see Flat tire see Towing away Automatic locking (on-board Bulbs computer) ……..
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  Index Setting the air distribution ….. 130 Cruise control Setting the airflow ……131 Activation conditions ….. 165 Setting the air vents …… 133 Cruise control lever ……. 165 Setting the climate mode (AIR Deactivating ……..167 FLOW) ……….129 Display message ……
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  Index Engine ……….239 Driving abroad General notes …….. 228 Mercedes-Benz Service ….303 Hiding (on-board computer) … 228 Symmetrical low beam ….110 KEYLESS-GO ……..254 Driving on flooded roads ….164 Lights ……….236 Driving safety systems Safety systems ……229 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ..
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  Index Driving in winter ……164 Emergency release Driving on flooded roads ….164 Driver’s door ……..82 Driving on wet roads …… 164 Fuel filler flap ……… 155 Exhaust check ……. 160 Trunk ……….86 Fuel ……….159 Vehicle ……….82 General ……….
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  ……..292 Gear indicator (on-board Filler cap computer) ………. 224 see Fuel filler flap Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..364 First-aid kit ……… 312 Glove box ……….. 271 Flat tire MOExtended tires ……313 Preparing the vehicle ….. 313 Floormat ……….
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  Index Head bags Delayed switch-off (on-board computer) ……..222 Display message ……233 Emergency lighting ……118 Headlamps Manual control ……. 118 Adding fluid to cleaning system ..301 Overview ……..117 Cleaning system (capacity) …. 371 Reading lamp ……… 117 Cleaning system (function) ….
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  Index Lane Keeping Assist Locking Activating/deactivating ….219 see Central locking Display message ……244 Locking (doors) Function/information ….197 Automatic ……..81 Lane Tracking package ….. 195 Emergency locking ……82 Lap time (RACETIMER) …… 225 From inside (central locking LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat button) ……….
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  Index Vehicle remote malfunction Night View Assist Plus diagnosis ……..289 Activating/deactivating ….193 Vehicle remote unlocking ….288 Cleaning ……… 308 Mechanical key Function/notes ……192 Function/notes …….. 76 Problem (malfunction) ….195 Notes on breaking-in a new Locking vehicle …….. 82 Unlocking the driver’s door ….
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  Index Vehicle submenu ……222 ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant Video DVD operation ….. 216 protection) Operating system Display message ……232 see On-board computer Operation ……… 52 Outside temperature display … 210 ® PRE-SAFE Brake Overhead control panel …… 35 Activating/deactivating ….
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  Index Rear window blind ……278 Belt force limiters ……57 Cleaning ……… 309 Rear window defroster Correct usage ……..54 Problem (malfunction) ….132 Emergency Tensioning Devices ..57 Switching on/off ……132 Fastening ……… 55 Refueling Important safety guidelines ….. 53 Fuel gauge …….
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  Index Side impact air bag ……43 Segments ……..210 Side marker lamp (display Selecting the unit of measurement …….. 220 message) ……….238 see Instrument cluster Side windows SPORT handling mode Cleaning ……… 306 Convenience closing feature …. 88 Activating/deactivating (AMG vehicles) ……….
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  Index Stowage space Triggering the vehicle alarm … 291 Vehicle remote malfunction Center console (rear) ….. 272 Stowage well beneath the trunk diagnosis ……..289 Vehicle remote unlocking ….288 floor ………… 275 Telephone Summer tires ……..328 Sun visor ……….278 Accepting a call ……
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  Index Definition of terms ……345 Tire pressures (recommended) ..346 Direction of rotation …… 348 Tire size (data) ……. 353 Display message ……248 Tire size designation, load-bearing Distribution of the vehicle capacity, speed rating ….342 occupants (definition) ….348 Tire tread ……..
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  Index Opening/closing (automatically Vehicle emergency locking ….82 from outside) ……..84 Vehicle identification number Opening/closing (manually from see VIN outside) ……….83 Vehicle identification plate ….365 Trunk lid Vehicle level Display message ……252 AIRMATIC ……..180 Opening/closing ……82 Vehicle level (display message) ..
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  Index Storing ……….. 348 Tightening torque ……352 Wheel size/tire size ……. 353 Window curtain air bag Operation ……… 45 Windows see Side windows Windshield Defrosting ……..131 Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid ……. 301 Filling capacity …….

• Page 23: Introduction

  Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion parts and accessories that have been Vehicle equipment approved for your vehicle. Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts as well as This Operator’s Manual describes all models conversion parts and accessories that have and all standard and optional equipment of…

• Page 24: Maintenance

  Service and Warranty Booklet. or leasing price if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or an authorized workshop or maintenance facility cannot, after several…

• Page 25: Diagnostics Connection

  Changes or vehicle. modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center the user’s authority to operate the for repairs or modifications to electronic equipment.» components.

• Page 26: Customer Relations Department

  This may your satisfaction, please discuss the problem affect the function of the pedals. There is a again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or risk of an accident. contact us at one of the following addresses. Do not attach any equipment or cables in the In the USA driver’s footwell.

• Page 27: Data Acquisition

  PRE-SAFE culpable contraventions against these registered trademarks of Daimler AG. instructions is not covered either by the ® HomeLink is a registered trademark of Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the Prince. New or Used-Vehicle Warranty. ® ® iPod and iTunes are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.

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  Introduction redistribution. Redistributions and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: 1. Redistribution of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer. 2.
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  Cockpit ……….28 Instrument cluster ……29 Multifunction steering wheel ….. 31 Center console ……..32 Overhead control panel …… 35 Door control panel ……36…
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  Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle Adjusting the steering shifters wheel Steering wheel heating Cruise control lever Combination switch Instrument cluster Parking brake Horn Diagnostics connection DIRECT SELECT lever Opening the hood PARKTRONIC warning display Releasing the parking brake Overhead control panel Light switch Climate control systems…
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  Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays Function Page Function Page Speedometer with Coolant temperature segments Fuel gauge Multifunction display Tachometer Adjust the instrument cluster lighting using the on-board computer page 220).
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  Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page ® ü Seat belt ÷ ESP M SPORT handling ® ÷ ESP in AMG vehicles mode in AMG vehicles ? Coolant · Distance warning K High-beam headlamp ® å ESP L Low-beam #! Turn signals headlamps…
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  Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu COMAND display; see the separate Operating Selects a submenu or Instructions scrolls through lists Switches on the Voice Confirms your selection Control System; see the Hides display messages separate operating instructions…

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  Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page COMAND; see the separate 45 Indicator lamp operating instructions £ Hazard warning c Seat heating lamps s Seat ventilation u Roller sunblind in the rear window c PARKTRONIC ¤…

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  Center console Center console, lower section Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment É Sets the vehicle level Ashtray Stowage compartment Cigarette lighter Ú Selects the drive Power socket program Cup holders COMAND controller; see Cup holders the separate operating e Sets the suspension instructions tuning…

• Page 36: Lower Section (Amg Vehicles)

  Center console Center console, lower section (AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Cup holders Stowage compartment Engages parking position P ß Calls up/saves the suspension tuning Selector lever à Sets the suspension Ashtray tuning Cigarette lighter ® å ESP Power socket Drive program selector COMAND controller;…

• Page 37: Overhead Control Panel

  Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page u Switches the rear Integrated electronic compass interior lighting on/off Microphone for mbrace | Switches the (emergency call system), automatic interior lighting telephone and Voice control on/off Control System; see the p Switches the right- separate operating hand reading lamp on/off…

• Page 38: Control Panel

  Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page W Opens/closes the r45= Stores settings for the seat, side windows exterior mirrors and n Activates/ steering wheel deactivates the override Adjusts the seats feature for the side electrically windows in the rear compartment %&…

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  Useful information ……38 Panic alarm ………. 38 Occupant safety ……..38 Children in the vehicle ……58 Driving safety systems ……. 63 Theft deterrent locking system ..71…

• Page 40: Important Safety Notes

  Occupant safety 1. This device may not cause interference, Useful information 2. this device must accept any interference This Operator’s Manual describes all received, including interference that may models and all standard and optional cause undesired operation. equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator’s Any unauthorized modification to this Manual.

• Page 41: Safety

  Additional protection is provided by: lights up after the engine is started or while SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) the vehicle is in motion NECK-PRO head restraints/NECK-PRO For your safety, Mercedes-Benz strongly luxury head restraints recommends that you have the system ® PRE-SAFE checked as soon as possible at a qualified specialist workshop.

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  SRS. injuries resulting from air bag deployment. Do not install additional trim material, seat If you sell your vehicle, Mercedes-Benz covers, badges, etc. to the: strongly recommends that you inform the padded steering wheel boss…

• Page 43: Important Safety Notes

  If you authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. have any breathing difficulty but cannot get out of the vehicle after the air bag inflates,…

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  Occupant safety needed to provide the best possible If you sell your vehicle, it is important that you protection in a rollover. make the buyer aware of this safety Air bags provide additional protection; they information. Be sure to give the buyer this Operator’s Manual.

• Page 45: Knee Bag

  Only use seat covers which have been tested The front air bags are not deployed in and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your situations where a low impact severity is vehicle model. Using seat covers or other seat predicted.

• Page 46: Pelvis Air Bag

  When deployed, the side impact air bags offer Only use seat covers which have been tested additional protection for the thorax of the and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle occupants on the side of the vehicle vehicle model. Using seat covers or other seat on which the impact occurs.

• Page 47: Indicator Lamp

  Occupant safety Pelvis air bags : deploy next to and below Window curtain air bags : enhance the level the outer seat cushions. They are deployed: of protection for the head, but not chest or arms, of the vehicle occupants on the side of on the side on which an impact occurs the vehicle on which the impact occurs.

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  Occupant safety bag deployment when the OCS has classified front-passenger knee bag are deactivated and the front-passenger seat occupant as will not be deployed. weighing as much as or less than a typical 12- If the 45 indicator lamp is not month-old child in a standard child restraint illuminated, the front-passenger front air bag or if the front-passenger seat is classified as…
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  If you install a rear-facing child restraint on Only have the seat repaired or replaced at an the front-passenger seat, make sure the authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 45 indicator lamp is illuminated, In order to ensure proper operation of the air…

• Page 50: System Self-Test

  You with their back against the seat backrest must contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz with their feet on the floor Center before seating any child on the front The OCS weight sensor reading is affected if passenger seat.

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  Occupant safety backrest of the front-passenger seat backrest. If necessary, adjust the tilt of the passenger seat backrest. An incorrectly mounted child seat could cause injuries to the child in case of an accident, instead of increasing protection for the child. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation of child restraint systems.
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  Occupant safety Problems with the Occupant Classification System WARNING If the 45 indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated when the weight of a typical adult or someone larger than a small individual has been detected on the passenger seat, do not allow any occupant to use the passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
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  For reasons of safety, have the NECK-PRO head restraints/NECK-PRO luxury head restraints checked at an authorized NECK-PRO head restraints Mercedes-Benz Center after a rear-end collision. Tilt the top of the NECK-PRO head restraint cushion forwards in the direction of NECK-PRO head restraints/NECK-PRO luxury arrow :.
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  Occupant safety Firmly push the NECK-PRO head restraint ® PRE-SAFE system cushion back in the direction of arrow = WARNING until the cushion engages. ® The PRE-SAFE system reduces the impact of Repeat this procedure for the second an accident on vehicle occupants, as long as NECK-PRO head restraint.
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  WARNING Only use seat belts that have been approved Always fasten your seat belt before driving off. by Mercedes-Benz. Always make sure all of your passengers are properly restrained. You and your passengers Never tamper with seat belts. This can result should always wear seat belts.
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  Occupant safety The use of seat belts and infant and child In a frontal crash, your body would move restraint systems is required by law in: too far forward. That would increase the chance of head and neck injuries. The seat all 50 states belt would also apply too much force to the U.S.

• Page 57: Fastening

  Occupant safety Never place your feet on the instrument panel, dashboard, or on the seat. Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat. When using a seat belt to secure infant restraints, toddler restraints, or children in booster seats, always follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.

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  Occupant safety Seat belt adjustment Slide the belt sash guide downwards. Release belt sash guide release : and The seat-belt adjustment function adjusts the make sure that the belt sash guide has driver’s and front-passenger seat belt to the engaged. upper body of the occupants.

• Page 59: Belt Force Limiters

  Tensioning Devices, always observe the and the doors are closed, the 7 seat belt safety instructions. These are available from warning lamp lights up: any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. until the driver’s or front passenger’s seat ® The PRE-SAFE system has electrically…

• Page 60: In The Vehicle

  Children in the vehicle the belt tongue is engaged in the buckle on seat recommended for the size and weight of each of the lap-shoulder belts in the front. the child. the front-passenger seat is occupied and The infant or child restraint must be properly the belt tongue is engaged in the buckle on secured with the vehicle’s seat belt, the seat the front-passenger side.

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  Children in the vehicle so, make sure the 4 5 indicator belt to prevent the child restraint from becoming a projectile in the event of an lamp is illuminated, indicating that the front accident. passenger front air bag is deactivated. Should the 4 5 indicator lamp not WARNING illuminate or go out while the restraint is…

• Page 62: Special Seat Belt Retractor

  There is an increased risk of serious vehicle is in motion. injury or even fatal injury. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you always Always keep the seat belt of the activated properly secure all infants and children with special seat belt retractor engaged when a child or infant seat restraint system for the driving.

• Page 63: Anchors

  Children in the vehicle LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat anchors the rear seats. Securing rings for two ISOFIX in the rear child restraint systems are installed on the left and right of the rear seats. WARNING Secure child restraint systems without a Children that are too large for a child restraint LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat securing must travel in seats using normal seat belts.

• Page 64: Child-Proof Locks Important Safety Notes

  Children in the vehicle Make sure that you do not interfere with the correct routing of Top Tether belt A. Install the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint system with Top Tether. Comply with the manufacturer’s installation instructions when doing so. Make sure that Top Tether belt A is tight.

• Page 65: Rear Doors

  Driving safety systems Child-proof locks for the rear doors WARNING Children could open a rear door from inside the vehicle. This could result in serious injuries or an accident. Therefore, when children ride in the rear always secure the rear doors with the child-proof locks.

• Page 66: Bas (Brake Assist System)

  Driving safety systems responsible for the distance to the vehicle in ABS works from a speed of about 5 mph front, for vehicle speed and for braking in (8 km/h) upwards, regardless of road-surface good time. Always adapt your driving style to conditions.

• Page 67: Bas Plus

  Driving safety systems For BAS PLUS to assist you when driving, the BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System Plus) radar sensor system must be: Observe the «Important safety notes» switched on ( page 223) section ( page 63). operational ( page 243) BAS PLUS is only available in vehicles If the radar sensor system is malfunctioning, equipped with DISTRONIC PLUS.

• Page 68: Ets/4Ets

  Driving safety systems specialist workshop. This also applies to Observe the information on warning lamps collisions at low speeds where there is no page 260) and display messages which visible damage to the front of the vehicle. may be shown in the instrument cluster page 229).

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  Driving safety systems ® Deactivating/activating ESP (except ® still provides support when you AMG vehicles) brake. engine torque is not limited and the drive WARNING wheels are able to spin. The spinning ® ® If you deactivate ESP , ESP no longer wheels produce a cutting effect for better stabilizes the vehicle.
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  Driving safety systems ® is activated automatically when the engine is started. It may be best to activate SPORT handling mode in the following situations: when using snow chains in deep snow on sand or gravel If SPORT handling mode is activated and one ®…

• Page 71: Adaptive Brake

  Driving safety systems ® PRE-SAFE is no longer available, nor is it ADAPTIVE BRAKE ® activated if you brake firmly and ESP ADAPTIVE BRAKE enhances braking safety intervenes. and offers increased braking comfort. In ® PRE-SAFE Brake is no longer available, it addition to the braking function, ADAPTIVE is also not activated if you brake firmly and BRAKE also has the HOLD function…

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  Driving safety systems You can prevent the intervention of the PRE- Always apply the brakes yourself and try to ® SAFE Brake at any time by: take evasive action. depressing the accelerator pedal further WARNING activating kickdown ® PRE-SAFE Brake cannot always clearly releasing the brake pedal.

• Page 73: Function

  FCC as a «Vehicular Radar System». charged, the immobilizer may be faulty. The radar sensor is intended for use in an Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz automotive radar system only. Removing, Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the altering or tampering with the device will USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).

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  Theft deterrent locking system To arm: lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO. Indicator lamp : flashes. The alarm system is armed after approximately 15 seconds. To disarm: unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO. A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the alarm system is armed and you open: a door the vehicle with the mechanical key…
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  Useful information ……74 SmartKey ……….74 Doors ………… 80 Trunk ………… 82 Side windows ……..87 Sliding sunroof ……..90…

• Page 76: Useful Information

  SmartKey Useful information hot, and a child could be burned on these parts. This Operator’s Manual describes all WARNUNG models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the If a key ring is too heavy or too large, the time of publication of the Operator’s weight acting on the SmartKey could cause it Manual.

• Page 77: Locking

  SmartKey The Product label with FCC ID and IC When unlocking, the turn signals flash once. certification number can be found in the When locking, they flash three times. battery case of the SmartKey. You can also set an audible signal to confirm that the vehicle has been locked.

• Page 78: Convenience Closing Feature

  SmartKey The SmartKey now functions as follows: To unlock the driver’s door: press the % button once. To unlock centrally: press the % button twice. To lock centrally: press the & button. The KEYLESS-GO function is changed as follows: To unlock the driver’s door: touch the inner surface of the door handle on the To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner driver’s door.

• Page 79: Replacing

  Lock or unlock the vehicle using KEYLESS- index.cfm. GO. The SmartKey must be outside the vehicle. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have If you unlock the vehicle using the mechanical the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist key, the fuel filler flap will not be unlocked workshop.

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  SmartKey Insert the front tabs of battery compartment cover : into the housing first and then press to close it. Insert mechanical key ; into the SmartKey ( page 76). Check the function of all SmartKey buttons on the vehicle. Battery compartment cover Mechanical key Press mechanical key ;…

• Page 81: Loss

  SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You cannot lock or The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle Try again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control using the SmartKey. function of the SmartKey. Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver’s door handle from close range and press the % or &…

• Page 82: Important Safety Notes

  Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior SmartKey. lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary page 316).

• Page 83: Doors

  Doors The central locking/unlocking button does Unlocking and opening doors from not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap. the inside You can open a front door from inside the You can open a door from inside the vehicle vehicle even if it has been locked. even if it has been locked.

• Page 84: Vehicle

  Trunk Close the driver’s door. Unlocking the driver’s door (mechanical key) Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey ( page 76). If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with Insert the mechanical key into the lock of the SmartKey, use the mechanical key. the driver’s door as far as it will go.

• Page 85: Trunk

  Trunk Opening dimensions of the trunk lid WARNING page 371). When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take Do not leave the SmartKey in the trunk. You the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. could otherwise lock yourself out.

• Page 86: Opening Dimensions

  Trunk Closing Opening You can open the trunk lid automatically WARNING using the SmartKey or the handle in the trunk To prevent possible personal injury, always lid. keep hands and fingers away from the trunk Press and hold the F button on the key opening when closing the trunk lid.

• Page 87: Opening/Closing (Automatically From Inside)

  Trunk an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. WARNING Make sure the trunk 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.

• Page 88: Opening/Closing

  Trunk Opening/closing Neutral position. To unlock To open: pull remote operating switch for Turn the mechanical key counter-clockwise trunk lid : until the trunk lid opens. from position 1 as far as it will go to To close: press remote operating switch position 2.

• Page 89: Side Windows

  Side windows Trunk lid emergency release light: WARNING emergency release button : flashes for Do not keep any part of your body up against the window pane when opening a window. The 30 minutes after the trunk lid is opened downward motion of the pane may pull that emergency release button : flashes for part of your body down between the window…

• Page 90: Convenience Opening Feature

  Side windows remove the SmartKey. This function is If potential danger exists, proceed as follows: available for up to five minutes or until the Release the & button to stop the closing driver’s or front-passenger door is opened. procedure. To open, press and hold the When the override feature for the side % button.

• Page 91: Resetting

  Side windows Touch recessed sensor surface : on the door handle until the side windows and the sliding sunroof are fully closed. Make sure you only touch recessed sensor surface :. Make sure that all the side windows and the sliding sunroof are closed.

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  Sliding sunroof Problems with the side windows WARNING Closing the side windows with increased force or without the anti-entrapment feature could lead to serious or even fatal injury. Make sure that nobody can become trapped when closing the side windows. WARNING Pulling and holding the switch to close the door window immediately after it had been blocked two times will cause the door window to close without the anti-entrapment feature for as long…

• Page 93: Sliding Sunroof

  Sliding sunroof Operating the sliding sunroof WARNING The sliding sunroof is made out of glass. In the Opening and closing event of an accident, the glass may shatter. This may result in an opening in the roof. In a vehicle rollover, occupants not wearing their seat belts or not wearing them properly may be thrown out of the opening.

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  Sliding sunroof Reset the sliding sunroof if it does not move smoothly. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock. Raise the sliding sunroof fully at the rear page 91). Keep the 3 switch pressed for another second. Make sure that the sliding sunroof can be fully opened and closed again ( page 91).
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  Sliding sunroof Problems with the sliding sunroof WARNING You could 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 closing the sliding sunroof. WARNING Pressing and holding the sliding sunroof switch to close the sliding sunroof immediately after it had been blocked two times will cause the sliding sunroof to close without the anti-entrapment…
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  Useful information ……96 Correcting the driver’s seat posi- tion …………96 Seats ………… 97 Steering wheel ……..103 Mirrors ……….105 Memory function ……107…

• Page 98: Useful Information

  Correcting the driver’s seat position you have moved the backrest to an almost Useful information vertical position. you have set the seat cushion angle so that This Operator’s Manual describes all your thighs are gently supported. models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the you can depress the pedals properly.

• Page 99: Seats

  Seats Seats Observe the following points: adjust the seat backrest until your arms are Important safety notes slightly angled when holding the steering WARNING wheel. The seats can still be adjusted when there is adjust the seat to a comfortable seating no key in the ignition lock.

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  Seats heating should also not be used to dry Further related subjects: the seats. Rear bench seat through-loading feature clean the seat covers as recommended; page 273) see the «Interior care» section. do not transport heavy loads on the seats. Do not place sharp objects on the Adjusting the seats electrically seat cushions, e.g.

• Page 101: Head Restraints Adjusting

  Seats Rear seat head restraints Adjusting the head restraints Adjusting the head restraints Important safety notes electrically WARNING For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Adjust the head restraints so that they are as close as possible to your head. This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation.

• Page 102: Active Multicontour Seat

  Seats Removing and installing the rear seat head restraints WARNING Occupants should only travel sitting on seats which have the head restraints installed. This reduces the risk of injury to occupants in the event of an accident. Make sure that the rear window roller sunblind has been retracted before the rear head restraints are removed.

• Page 103: Adjusting The 4-Way Lumbar Support

  Seats To switch on: press button ? once or To adjust the contour of the backrest to twice until the desired level is set. increase/decrease support One or two indicator lamps in button ? To adjust the height/depth of the light up.

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  Seats Switching the seat ventilation on/off Activating/deactivating Driver’s and front-passenger seat The three red indicator lamps in the button indicate the heating level you have selected. The system automatically switches down The three blue indicator lamps in the buttons from level 3 to level 2 after approximately indicate the ventilation level you have eight minutes.

• Page 105: Steering Wheel

  Steering wheel Steering wheel Steering wheel heating Important safety notes Activating/deactivating WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The electrical steering wheel adjustment feature can be operated at any time.

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  Steering wheel Problems with the steering wheel motion. All steering wheel adjustment must heating be completed before setting the vehicle in motion. Driving off with the steering wheel If steering wheel heating indicator lamp = is still adjusting could cause the driver to lose flashing, the steering wheel heating has control of the vehicle.

• Page 107: Mirrors

  Mirrors Crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature The indicator lamp goes out again after some time. You can adjust the selected If the crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature is mirror using adjustment button = as long triggered in an accident, the steering column as the indicator lamp is lit. will move upwards when the driver’s door is Press adjustment button = up, down, or opened.

• Page 108: Storing The Parking Position

  Mirrors If the battery has been disconnected or Automatic anti-glare mirrors completely discharged, the exterior mirrors WARNING must be reset. The exterior mirrors will otherwise not fold in when you select the Fold If incident light from headlamps is prevented in mirrors when locking function in the on- from striking the sensor in the rear-view board computer (…

• Page 109: Memory Function

  Memory function Calling up a stored parking position Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and setting that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the Press button ; for the exterior mirror on ignition lock.

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  Memory function Adjust the seat ( page 98). On the driver’s side, adjust the steering wheel ( page 103) and the exterior mirrors page 105). Press memory button M and one of the storage position buttons 1, 2 or 3 within three seconds.
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  Useful information ……110 Exterior lighting …….. 110 Interior lighting ……… 117 Replacing bulbs ……… 119 Windshield wipers ……120…

• Page 112: Useful Information

  Exterior lighting Light switch Important safety notes Operation For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. In some countries, operation of the headlamps varies due to legal requirements and self-imposed obligations.

• Page 113: Automatic Headlamp Mode

  Exterior lighting The exterior lighting (except the parking/ automatically depending on the brightness standing lamps) switches off automatically if of the ambient light. you: With the engine running: if you have activated the daytime running lamps remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock function via the on-board computer, the open the driver’s door with the SmartKey daytime running lamps or the low-beam…

• Page 114: Low-Beam Headlamps

  Exterior lighting Low-beam headlamps Parking lamps If the battery has been excessively WARNING discharged, the parking lamps or standing If the light switch is set to à and it is foggy, lamps are automatically switched off to snowing or there is poor visibility, the low- enable the next engine start.

• Page 115: Combination Switch

  Exterior lighting High-beam headlamps Parking lamps, license plate and instrument cluster lighting Automatic headlamp mode, 4Ã controlled by the light sensor Low-beam/high-beam headlamps Switching on the parking lamps ensures the corresponding side of the vehicle is illuminated. To switch on the standing lamps: the SmartKey is not in the ignition lock or it is in position 0.

• Page 116: Hazard Warning Lamps

  Exterior lighting High-beam flasher The hazard warning lamps automatically switch on if: an air bag is deployed. the vehicle is slowed down rapidly from a speed of over 45 mph (70 km/h) and comes to a halt. If the vehicle returns to a speed of over 6 mph (10 km/h) after a full application of the brakes, the hazard warning lamps are deactivated automatically.

• Page 117: Exterior Lighting

  Exterior lighting Active: vehicle lighting in accordance with the prevailing light, sight and traffic conditions. if you are driving at speeds below 25mph (40 km/h) and switch on the turn The system may be impaired or unavailable signal or turn the steering wheel. when if you are driving at speeds between visibility is poor, e.g.

• Page 118: Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist On/Off

  Exterior lighting Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist on/off High-beam headlamps Turn signal, right High-beam flasher Turn signal, left To activate: activate the Adaptive You can use this function to set the Highbeam Assist function using the on- headlamps to change between low beam and board computer ( page 221).

• Page 119: Interior Lighting

  Interior lighting the instrument cluster goes out. The _ c To switch the front interior lighting indicator lamp in the multifunction display on/off remains lit. p To switch the left-hand front reading To deactivate: move the combination lamp on/off switch back to its normal position. The _ indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.

• Page 120: Crash-Responsive Emergency Lighting

  Interior lighting Automatic interior lighting control Manual interior lighting control Front overhead control panel Front overhead control panel u To switch the rear interior lighting u To switch the rear interior lighting on/off on/off. | To switch the automatic interior | To switch the automatic interior lighting control on/off lighting control on/off…

• Page 121: Replacing Bulbs

  Replacing bulbs There are bulbs other than Xenon and LED Replacing bulbs bulbs that you cannot replace. Replace only Important safety notes the bulbs listed ( page 119). Have the bulbs that you cannot replace yourself changed at Xenon bulbs a qualified specialist workshop.

• Page 122
  Windshield wipers Changing the rear bulbs Windshield wipers Switching the windshield wipers on/ Backup lamp WARNING The windshield will not longer be wiped properly if the wiper blades are worn. This could prevent you from observing the traffic conditions, thereby causing an accident. Replace the wiper blades twice a year, ideally in spring and fall.

• Page 123: Windshield Wipers

  Combination switch Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have $ Windshield wipers off the wiper blades changed at a qualified Ä Intermittent wipe, low (rain sensor specialist workshop.

• Page 124
  Windshield wipers Installing the wiper blades Position the new wiper blade in the retainer on the wiper arm and slide it into place in the opposite direction to the arrow. The wiper blade audibly engages. Make sure that wiper blade is seated correctly.

• Page 125: Climate Control

  Useful information ……124 Overview of climate control sys- tems ……….. 124 Operating the climate control sys- tems ……….. 128 Setting the air vents ……133…

• Page 126: Useful Information

  Overview of climate control systems Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period Useful information during warm weather, e.g. using the convenience opening feature ( page 88). This Operator’s Manual describes all This will speed up the cooling process and models and all standard and optional the desired vehicle interior temperature equipment of your vehicle available at the will be reached more quickly.

• Page 127
  Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone climate control Canada only Sets the temperature, left ( page 130) Defrosts the windshield ( page 131) Switches the ZONE function on/off ( page 131) Activates/deactivates cooling with air dehumidification ( page 128) Switches the rear window defroster on/off( page 132)

• Page 128: Climate Control

  Overview of climate control systems USA only Sets the temperature, left ( page 130) Defrosts the windshield ( page 131) Switches maximum cooling MAX COOL on/off ( page 131) Activates/deactivates cooling with air dehumidification ( page 128) Switches the rear window defroster on/off( page 132) Sets the temperature, right ( page 130)

• Page 129: Rear Control Panel

  Overview of climate control systems Control panel for 3-zone automatic climate control Canada only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 130) Defrosts the windshield ( page 131) Activates/deactivates the residual heat function ( page 133) Activates/deactivates cooling with air dehumidification ( page 128) Switches the rear window defroster on/off( page 132)

• Page 130: Activating/Deactivating Cooling With Air Dehumidification

  Operating the climate control systems Information about using 3-zone windows could fog up, impairing visibility and automatic climate control endangering you and others. The following contains instructions and Switch on climate control primarily using recommendations to enable you to get the the Ã…

• Page 131: Operating The Climate Control Systems

  Operating the climate control systems Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the The cooling with air dehumidification ignition lock. function uses refrigerant R134a. This coolant does not contain Set the desired temperature. chlorofluorocarbons, and therefore does To activate: press the à button. not damage the ozone layer.

• Page 132: Setting The Air Distribution

  Operating the climate control systems Only change the temperature setting in Setting the temperature small increments. Start at 72 ‡ (22 † ). Climate control The temperature setting for the driver’s side is adopted for the rear compartment Different temperatures can be set for the and the front-passenger side.

• Page 133: Defrosting The Windshield

  Operating the climate control systems Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the Setting the airflow ignition lock. Adjusting To activate: press the ¬ button. The indicator lamp in the ¬ button lights Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.

• Page 134: Defrosting The Windows

  Operating the climate control systems To activate: press the Ù button. the rear window defroster switches off automatically after several minutes. The indicator lamp in the button lights up. If the battery voltage is too low, the rear To activate: press off-road button Ù window defroster may switch off.

• Page 135: Important Safety Notes

  Setting the air vents Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the To activate: press the Ì button. ignition lock. The indicator lamp in the Ì button lights To activate: press the g button. The indicator lamp in the g button lights The blower will run at a low speed regardless of the airflow setting.

• Page 136: Setting The Center Air Vents

  Setting the air vents temperature-sensitive items stored in the Setting the center air vents glove box could be damaged. : Center air vent, left Air vent thumbwheel ; Center air vent, right Air vent = Center vent thumbwheel, right When automatic climate control is activated, ? Center vent thumbwheel, left the glove box can be ventilated, for instance To open/close: turn thumbwheels =…

• Page 137: Rear

  Setting the air vents Setting the rear-compartment air vents Setting the center vents in the rear compartment Rear-compartment air vent thumbwheel Rear-compartment air vent, right Rear control panel, only with automatic climate control Rear-compartment air vent, left To open/close: turn thumbwheel : up or down.

• Page 139
  Useful information ……138 Breaking-in notes ……138 Driving ……….138 Automatic transmission ….146 Refueling ……….154 Parking ……….157 Driving tips ……..159 Driving systems …….. 165…

• Page 140: Useful Information

  Driving After 1,000 miles (1,500 km), you can Useful information increase the engine speed gradually and accelerate the vehicle to full speed. This Operator’s Manual describes all Additional breaking-in notes for AMG models and all standard and optional vehicles: equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator’s Do not drive faster than 85 mph Manual.

• Page 141: Start/Stop Button

  Driving operation, avoid driving at full throttle when WARNING the engine is cold. Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct usage of the pedals, e.g.: shoes with thick soles SmartKey positions shoes with high heels SmartKey slippers There is a risk of an accident. Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct usage of the pedals.

• Page 142
  Driving The Start/Stop button must be inserted into Insert Start/Stop button : into ignition the ignition lock and the SmartKey must be in lock ;. the vehicle. When you insert Start/Stop button : Pressing the Start/Stop button several times into ignition lock ;, the system needs in succession corresponds to the different approximately 2 seconds’ recognition time.

• Page 143: Starting The Engine

  Driving Starting the engine not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A Important safety notes child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious personal WARNING injury. Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide.

• Page 144: Eco Start/Stop Function

  Driving the parking brake is applied. It is only possible to shift the transmission from position P to the desired position if ® is malfunctioning. you depress the brake pedal. Only then is the parking lock released. If you do not depress the brake pedal, you can move the ECO start/stop function DIRECT SELECT lever but the parking lock…

• Page 145
  Driving malfunction has caused the system to be To switch off (AMG vehicles): press deactivated, the ¤ symbol is not button : in drive program C. displayed. AMG vehicles: in the AMG menu on the Switch to drive program S, S+ or M Stop/Start multifunction display, the page 150).
• Page 146
  Driving The ECO start/stop function is operational function can be deactivated by pressing the and the ¤ symbol is displayed in green in ECO button ( page 143). the multifunction display, if: Automatic engine start the indicator lamp in the ECO button is lit green.
• Page 147
  Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start. The starter motor There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. can be heard. Before attempting to start the engine again, turn the SmartKey in the ignition back to position 0 or press the Start/Stop button repeatedly until all indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out.

• Page 148: Direct Select Lever

  Automatic transmission Transmission position and drive Automatic transmission program display Important safety notes If the transmission position display in the WARNING multifunction display is not working, you should pull away carefully to check whether If the engine speed is above the idling speed the desired transmission position is and you engage transmission position D or engaged.

• Page 149: Automatic Transmission

  Automatic transmission The DIRECT SELECT lever is on the right of the The automatic transmission shifts into steering column. park position P automatically: if you open the driver’s door while the The DIRECT SELECT lever always returns vehicle is stationary in transmission to its original position.

• Page 150: Engaging Drive Position

  Automatic transmission Shifting to neutral N shift to neutral N. release the brake pedal. WARNING if the parking brake is engaged, release it. When leaving the SmartKey in the starter switch off the ignition and leave the switch, do not leave children unattended in SmartKey in the ignition lock.

• Page 151: Changing Gear

  Automatic transmission Kickdown Neutral Use kickdown for maximum acceleration. Do not shift the transmission to N while driving. The transmission Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the could otherwise be damaged. pressure point. No power is transmitted from the The transmission shifts to a lower gear engine to the drive wheels.

• Page 152: Automatic Drive Program

  Automatic transmission The program selector button allows you to For further information on the automatic choose between different driving drive program, see ( page 150). characteristics. Only change from automatic drive program C, S or S+ to manual drive program M when the E Economy Comfortable, economical vehicle is stationary.

• Page 153: Shift Ranges

  Automatic transmission the vehicle pulling away more gently in Shift range: forward and reverse gears, unless the = You can use the engine’s braking accelerator pedal is depressed fully effect. increased sensitivity. This improves driving stability on slippery road surfaces, for 5 To use the braking effect of the example engine on downhill gradients and…

• Page 154: Manual Drive Program

  Automatic transmission Clearing the shift range restriction reached, the fuel supply is cut to prevent the engine from overrevving. Always make Pull and hold the right-hand steering wheel sure that the engine speed does not reach paddle shifter until D is shown again in the the red area of the tachometer.

• Page 155
  Automatic transmission Switching off the manual drive program Turn the drive program selector page 150) until C, S or S+ appears in the multifunction display.

• Page 156: Emergency Mode

  Refueling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.

• Page 157: Refueling

  Refueling insert the fuel filler cap into the holder on Refueling the inside of fuel filler flap ; Opening/closing the fuel filler flap Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel pump nozzle into the tank and refuel. Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle switches off.

• Page 158
  Refueling Remove the first-aid kit ( page 312). Detach the emergency release from retainer :. Pull the emergency release in the direction of arrow ;. The fuel filler flap is unlocked. Open the fuel filler flap.

• Page 159: Parking

  Parking Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the Risk of explosion or fire vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove it immediately ( page 139).

• Page 160: Parking Brake

  Parking Using KEYLESS-GO A moving vehicle can lead to damage to the vehicle or damage to the drive train. Press the Start/Stop button ( page 139). The engine stops and all the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out. Switching off the engine When the driver’s door is closed, this corresponds to SmartKey position 1.

• Page 161: Fuel

  Driving tips Driving tips They could also operate the vehicle’s equipment. There is a risk of an accident and General notes injury. When leaving the vehicle, always take the Important safety notes SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never WARNING leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.

• Page 162: Drinking And Driving

  Only have WARNING work on the engine carried out by qualified Make sure absolutely no objects are and authorized Mercedes-Benz technicians. obstructing the pedals’ range of movement. The engine settings must not be changed Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all under any circumstances.

• Page 163
  Driving tips significantly influence the vehicle’s Constant (evaluation of driving style at consumption. any time) The ECO display consists of three bars: The bar fills up: The bar empties: Acceleration Constant speed and Speed variations Constant avoidance of Coasting unnecessary The percent value is the average value of the acceleration and three bars.

• Page 164: Driving Tips

  Brake occasionally to remove any possible drive train. This type of damage is not salt residue. Make sure that you do not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty. endanger other road users when doing so. Carefully depress the brake pedal and the Heavy and light loads beginning and end of a journey.

• Page 165: High-Performance Brake System

  Mercedes-Benz Center to obtain further The high-performance brake system is information first. Otherwise, you could installed only on the CLS 63 AMG. damage the drive train or the brake system. The AMG brake systems are designed for heavy loads. This may lead to noise when ®…

• Page 166: Driving On Flooded Roads

  Driving tips high-performance driving in particular, it is DANGER important to maintain and have the brake If the exhaust pipe is blocked or adequate system checked regularly. ventilation is not possible, poisonous gases such as carbon monoxide (CO) may enter the vehicle.

• Page 167: Driving Systems

  Driving systems Drive particularly carefully on slippery road which relieves the load on the brake system surfaces. Avoid sudden acceleration, steering and prevents the brakes from overheating and braking maneuvers. Do not use the cruise and wearing too quickly. control or DISTRONIC PLUS. Use cruise control only if road and traffic conditions make it appropriate to maintain a For more information on driving with…

• Page 168: Setting A Speed

  Driving systems Storing and maintaining the current speed Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you :. Remove your foot from the accelerator You can adopt the current speed if you are pedal. driving faster than 20 mph (30 km/h). The first time cruise control is activated, it Accelerate the vehicle to the desired stores the current speed or regulates the…

• Page 169: Deactivating

  Driving systems Press the cruise control lever up : for a Cruise control is automatically deactivated if: higher speed or down ; for a lower speed. you depress the parking brake. To adjust the set speed in 1 mph you are driving at less than 20 mph increments (1 km/h increments): briefly (30 km/h).

• Page 170
  Driving systems WARNING could result in wrong or missing distance warnings. The DISTRONIC PLUS cannot take weather conditions into account. Switch off the WARNING DISTRONIC PLUS or do not switch it on if: DISTRONIC PLUS distance is not a substitute roads are slippery or covered with snow or for the active intervention of the driver.
• Page 171
  Driving systems Deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS: just enough to restore the preset speed or the preset distance to the vehicle in front. when changing to the right lane, if the vehicles in the left lane are driving slower WARNING when driving into a filter lane or an If you do not receive visual or acoustic expressway exit warning signals during a critical traffic…
• Page 172
  Driving systems Activating DISTRONIC PLUS sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only. Removal, tampering, or Important safety notes altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the WARNING FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in The vehicle can be braked when DISTRONIC any non-approved way.
• Page 173
  Driving systems Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards You can use the cruise control lever to set you ?, or press it up : or down ;. the stored speed and the control on the cruise control lever to set the specified DISTRONIC PLUS is selected.
• Page 174
  Driving systems Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dangers in time, cause an accident and injure yourself and others. If you change to the passing lane, DISTRONIC PLUS supports you when: you are driving faster than 40mph (60 km/h). DISTRONIC PLUS is maintaining the distance to a vehicle in front.
• Page 175
  Driving systems If you wish to leave the vehicle or park it, deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS and secure the vehicle against rolling away. If DISTRONIC PLUS detects that the vehicle in front is stopping, it brakes your vehicle until it is stationary. Once your vehicle is stationary, it remains stationary and you do not need to depress the brake.

• Page 176: Setting The Specified Minimum Distance

  Driving systems Storing the current speed or calling up a stored speed 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 returning to the preset speed could cause an accident and/or serious injury to you and others.

• Page 177: Displays In The Multifunction Display

  Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS displays in the Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is speedometer deactivated ® Symbol for activated PRE-SAFE Brake When DISTRONIC PLUS is activated, one or Vehicle in front, if detected two segments ; in the set speed range light Distance indicator, current distance to the vehicle in front For design reasons, the speed displayed…

• Page 178: Distronic Plus Deactivating

  Driving systems Distance Display DISTRONIC PLUS is automatically Select the function deactivated if: using the on-board computer page 217). you engage the parking brake. you are driving slower than 15 mph You will see the stored speed for about (25 km/h) and there is no vehicle in front, five seconds when you activate DISTRONIC or if the vehicle in front is no longer PLUS.

• Page 179
  Driving systems Vehicles traveling on a different line The DISTRONIC PLUS regulates only the distance between your vehicle and those directly ahead of it. It may not register stationary objects in the road, e.g.: a stopped vehicle in a traffic jam a disabled vehicle an oncoming vehicle The driver must always be alert, observe all…

• Page 180: Hold Function

  Driving systems because of its narrow width. The distance to HOLD function the vehicle in front will be too short. General notes Obstructions and stationary vehicles The HOLD function can assist the driver in the following situations: when pulling away, especially on steep slopes when maneuvering on steep slopes when waiting in traffic…

• Page 181
  Driving systems When the HOLD function is activated, the If depressing the brake pedal the first transmission is shifted automatically to time does not activate the HOLD function, position P if: wait briefly and then try again. the driver’s door is open and the driver’s Deactivating the HOLD function seat belt is unfastened.

• Page 182: Airmatic

  Driving systems the vehicle is stationary and the brake message appears in the multifunction pedal is depressed (left foot). display. the transmission is in position D. Take your foot off the brake, but keep the accelerator pedal depressed. Activating RACE START The vehicle pulls away at maximum acceleration.

• Page 183
  Driving systems The «Raised level» setting is canceled if you: These changes in level are so slight that you are hardly aware of them. drive at speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) The «Normal» and «Raised» vehicle levels can drive for about three minutes at speeds be set manually.

• Page 184: Amg Adaptive Sport Suspension System

  Sport + mode indicator lamp AMG adaptive sport suspension system is Sport mode indicator lamp available for the CLS 63 AMG model. The firmer suspension tuning in Sport mode Rear axle level control ensures even better contact with the road.

• Page 185: Parktronic

  In Comfort mode, the driving characteristics Damage of this sort is not covered by the of your vehicle are more comfortable. Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All Therefore, select this mode if you favor a wheels must remain either on the ground more comfortable driving style.

• Page 186: Range Of The Sensors

  Driving systems WARNING Make sure no persons or animals are in or near the area in which you are parking/ maneuvering. Otherwise, they could be injured. PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with ultrasonic sensors. It indicates visually and audibly the distance between your vehicle and an object.

• Page 187: Deactivating/Activating

  Driving systems Front sensors Transmission Warning display position Center Approx. 40in (approx. 100cm) Front area activated Corners Approx. 24in (approx. R, N or the vehicle Rear and front areas 60cm) activated is rolling backwards Rear sensors No areas activated Center Approx.

• Page 188: Active Parking Assist

  Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. in the PARKTRONIC If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified warning displays are lit. specialist workshop. You also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds.

• Page 189
  Driving systems pay attention to the PARKTRONIC WARNING page 185) warning messages during the The front of the vehicle will veer out in the parking procedure. direction of the oncoming traffic during the you can intervene in the steering procedure parking operation.
• Page 190
  Driving systems Detecting a parking space Parking WARNING PARKTRONIC and Active Parking Assist are merely parking aids and may not detect all obstacles. They do not relieve you of the responsibility of paying attention. You are always responsible for safety and must continue to pay attention to your Example: detected parking space immediate surroundings when parking and…

• Page 191: Rear View Camera

  Driving systems Canceling Active Parking Assist when backing up. Otherwise, Active Parking Assist will be deactivated. You can cancel Active Parking Assist at any In tight parking spaces, you will achieve time. the best parking results by backing up as Stop the movement of the multifunction far as possible.

• Page 192
  Rear view camera : is located in the handle In this case, have the position and the strip of the tailgate. setting of the camera checked at a specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz View through the camera recommends that you consult a Mercedes- WARNING Benz Center for this purpose.

• Page 193: Attention Assist

  Driving systems Guide lines in the COMAND display ground level. Blue guide lines : depict the width required for the vehicle. They are used WARNING to align the vehicle with the edge of the road, Use of rear view camera can be dangerous if e.g.

• Page 194: Night View Assist Plus

  Driving systems The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is after 15 minutes at the earliest. The restricted and warnings may be delayed or precondition for this is that not occur at all: ATTENTION ASSIST still detects typical indicators of fatigue or increasing lapses in if the road condition is poor, e.g.

• Page 195
  Driving systems the light switch is in the à or L position. reverse gear has not been engaged. Switching on Night View Assist Plus In addition to the illumination provided by the normal headlamps, Night View Assist Plus uses infrared light to illuminate the road. Night View Assist Plus camera : picks up the infrared light and displays a monochrome image in COMAND.
• Page 196
  Driving systems Fogged up or dirty windshield pedestrians do not contrast with the surroundings. WARNING pedestrians are not standing upright, for Always remember that you must concentrate example, if they are sitting, crouching or primarily on driving the vehicle. A driver’s lying down.

• Page 197: Blind Spot Assist

  Driving systems Problems with Night View Assist Plus Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The picture quality of The windshield wipers are smearing the windshield. Night View Assist Plus Replace the wiper blades ( page 121). has deteriorated. The windshield is smeared after the vehicle has been cleaned in a car wash.

• Page 198
  Driving systems General notes Blind Spot Assist uses a radar sensor system to monitor the areas on both sides of your vehicle. It supports you from speeds of approximately 20 mph (30 km/h). A warning display in the exterior mirrors draws your attention to vehicles detected in the monitored area.

• Page 199: Lane Keeping Assist

  Driving systems Indicator and warning display Collision warning If a vehicle is detected in the monitoring range WARNING of Blind Spot Assist and you switch on the Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below corresponding turn signal, a double warning approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).

• Page 200
  Driving systems by means of intermittent vibration in the the lane markings on the road are unclear, steering wheel for up to 1.5 seconds. e.g. near roadworks. the lane markings change quickly, e.g. Switching on Lane Keeping Assist lanes branch off, cross one another or merge.

• Page 201: Active Driving Assistance Package

  Driving systems lane marking, the system recognizes certain style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions and warns you accordingly. conditions. Always pay attention to traffic The warning vibration occurs earlier if: conditions and your surroundings. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dangers in time, you approach the outer lane marking on a cause an accident and injure yourself and bend.

• Page 202
  Driving systems avoid a collision. To support the course- correcting brake application, Active Blind Spot Assist uses the forward-facing radar sensor system. The free space in the direction of travel is then evaluated. Active Blind Spot Assist supports you from a speed of approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).
• Page 203
  Driving systems Indicator and warning display Visual and audible collision warnings If you switch on the turn signals to change WARNING lanes and a vehicle is detected in the side Active Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds monitoring range, you receive a visual and below 20 mph (30km/h).

• Page 204: Active Lane Keeping Assist

  Driving systems ® is switched off. a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire is detected. Switching on Active Blind Spot Assist Make sure that the radar sensor system page 223) and Active Blind Spot Assist page 219) are activated in the on-board computer.

• Page 205
  Driving systems Warning vibration in the steering wheel the lane markings change quickly, e.g. A warning may be given if a front wheel branch off, cross or merge. passes over a lane marking. It will warn you the road is narrow and winding. by means of intermittent vibration in the Active Lane Keeping Assist cannot detect steering wheel for up to 1.5 seconds.
• Page 206
  Driving systems the transmission is not in position D. style to suit the prevailing road and weather a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire has conditions. Always pay attention to traffic been detected and displayed. conditions and your surroundings. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dangers in time, Active Lane Keeping Assist does not detect cause an accident and injure yourself and…
• Page 207
  Driving systems you have switched on the turn signals. In this event, the warnings are suppressed for a certain period of time. a driving safety system intervenes, e.g. ® ABS, BAS or ESP you accelerate hard, e.g. kickdown. you brake hard. you steer actively, e.g.
• Page 209
  Useful information ……208 Important safety notes ….208 Displays and controls ……. 209 Menus and submenus …… 212 Display messages ……228 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ……255…

• Page 210: Useful Information

  24). operating safety. Have all required maintenance services and safety checks performed on the vehicle. Bring the vehicle to Important safety notes an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction and warning WARNING messages. The driver’s concentration must always be directed primarily at road traffic.

• Page 211: Displays And Controls

  Displays and controls Displays and controls Instrument cluster Speedometer with segments ( page 210) Multifunction display ( page 211) Tachometer ( page 209) Coolant temperature ( page 209) Fuel gauge If the coolant temperature is over Coolant temperature display 248 ‡(120 †), do not continue driving. The WARNING engine will otherwise be damaged.

• Page 212: Operating The On-Board Computer

  Displays and controls Outside temperature display Operating the on-board computer Overview WARNING The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an ice-warning device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose. Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice.

• Page 213: Trip Menu

  Displays and controls Left control panel Adjusts the volume Calls up the menu and menu bar Mute Press briefly: Back button Scrolls in lists Press briefly: Selects a submenu or function Audio In the menu: selects a Back stored station, an audio track or Switches off the Voice Control a video scene System;…

• Page 214: Menu Overview

  Menus and submenus Text field : shows the selected menu or Trip menu submenu as well as display messages. Standard display The following messages may appear in the multifunction display: Active Parking Assist ( page 186) CRUISE Cruise control ( page 165) Adaptive Highbeam Assist page 116)

• Page 215: Menus And Submenus

  Menus and submenus Digital speedometer From Reset trip computer is automatically reset if the value exceeds 9,999 hours or 99,999 miles. ECO display Digital speedometer Press the = or ; button on the Trip steering wheel to select the menu. Press the 9 or : button to select the Example: ECO display digital speedometer.

• Page 216
  Menus and submenus Change of direction announced without a Navigation system menu lane recommendation Displaying navigation instructions Navi In the menu, the multifunction display shows navigation instructions. For more information on navigation, see the separate operating instructions. Switch on COMAND (see the separate operating instructions).

• Page 217: Operation

  Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the For information on switching waveband navigation system and storing stations; see the separate operating instructions. O: you have reached the destination or an SIRIUS XM satellite radio functions like a intermediate destination. normal radio.

• Page 218: Telephone Menu

  Menus and submenus Video DVD operation Switch on the mobile phone (see the separate operating instructions). Switch on COMAND (see the separate operating instructions). ® Establish a Bluetooth connection to COMAND; see the separate operating instructions. Press the = or ; button on the Display CD/DVD changer (example) steering wheel to select the menu.

• Page 219: Assistance Menu

  Menus and submenus Dialing a number from the phone book Assistance menu Press the = or ; button on the Introduction steering wheel to select the menu. Press the 9, : or a button to switch to the phone book. Press the 9 or : button to select the desired name.

• Page 220: Activating/Deactivating

  Menus and submenus ® ® Deactivating/activating ESP Activating/deactivating PRE-SAFE Brake WARNING ® PRE-SAFE Brake is only available in vehicles ® ® If you deactivate ESP , ESP no longer with DISTRONIC PLUS. stabilizes the vehicle. There is an increased Press = or ; on the steering wheel risk of skidding and an accident.

• Page 221: Service Menu

  Menus and submenus For further information about ATTENTION Service menu ASSIST, see ( page 191). Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist Press = or ; on the steering wheel to select the DriveAssist menu. Press the 9 or : button to select Serv.

• Page 222: Permanent Display

  Menus and submenus Instrument cluster Press the : or 9 button to select the Permanent Display: function. Selecting the unit of measurement for Outside You will see the selected setting distance Temperature Speedometer [km/h] Display Unit Speed-/Odometer: (USA)/Speedometer [mph] (Canada). function allows you to choose whether Press the a button to save the setting.

• Page 223: Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist On/Off

  Menus and submenus Switching the daytime running lamps on/ Press the : or 9 button to select the Amb. Light +/-. function. You will see the selected setting. This function is not available in Canada. Press a to confirm. Press the = or ; button on the Press the : or 9 button to adjust the Sett.

• Page 224: Activating/Deactivating The Interior Lighting Delayed Switch-Off

  Menus and submenus Deactivating delayed switch-off of the Press the = or ; button on the exterior lighting temporarily: steering wheel to select the Sett. menu. Press the : or 9 button to select the Before leaving the vehicle, turn the Lights SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock.

• Page 225: Convenience Submenu

  Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to select the feature, which could result in an accident Acoustic Lock function. and/or serious personal injury. Acoustic Lock If the function is activated, Press the = or ; button on the the &…

• Page 226
  Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the Press the : or 9 button to select steering wheel to select the Sett. menu. or Yes. Press the : or 9 button to select the Press a to confirm the selection. Convenience If you have selected Yes, the multifunction submenu.

• Page 227: Racetimer

  Menus and submenus SETUP You can start the RACETIMER when the engine is running or if the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock. Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the menu. Press the 9 button repeatedly until the RACETIMER is shown.

• Page 228
  Menus and submenus Overall statistics Stopping the RACETIMER RACETIMER overall evaluation Press the % button on the steering wheel. Total time driven Press a to confirm Yes. Average speed Distance covered The RACETIMER interrupts timing when you stop the vehicle and turn the SmartKey to Maximum speed position 1 in the ignition lock.
• Page 229
  Menus and submenus This function is only available if you have stored at least two laps and have stopped the RACETIMER. Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the menu. Press the 9 button repeatedly until the lap evaluation is shown.

• Page 230: General Notes

  Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Operator’s Manual and may differ from the messages shown in the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator’s Manual.

• Page 231: Display Message

  Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® !÷ ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability ® Program), BAS (Brake Assist), PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function and Currently hill start assist are temporarily unavailable. Unavailable See ®…

• Page 232
  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 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.

• Page 233: Display Message

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS, ESP , BAS, PRE- ® SAFE , the HOLD function and hill start assist are unavailable due ÷ to a malfunction. Inoperative See ® BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE Brake may also have failed.

• Page 234: Display Message

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The brake pads/linings have reached their wear limit. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Brake Pad Wear One or more main features of the mbrace system are malfunctioning. mbrace Inoperative Have the mbrace system checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.

• Page 235: Display Message

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is a malfunction in the SRS (Supplemental Restraint System). The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument SRS Malfunction cluster. Service Required WARNING The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.

• Page 236
  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag and front-passenger knee bag are Airbag Enabled enabled during the journey, even though: See Operator’s a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the Manual system’s weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat.

• Page 237: Display Message

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Wait for a period of at least 60 seconds until the necessary system checks have been completed. Make sure that the display messages do not appear in the multifunction display. If these conditions are fulfilled, the front-passenger seat can be occupied again.

• Page 238: Lights

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Operator’s Manual display messages must not be shown in the multifunction display. Wait for a period of at least 60 seconds until the necessary system checks have been completed. Make sure that the display messages do not appear in the multifunction display.

• Page 239
  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The front left-hand or front right-hand turn signal is defective. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Check Front Left page 119). Turn Signal or  Check Front Right Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Turn Signal The turn signal in the left-hand or right-hand exterior mirror is defective.
• Page 240
  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left or right-hand backup lamp is defective. Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Check Left Reverse page 119). Lamp or Check Right Reverse Lamp Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The left or right front side marker lamp is defective.

• Page 241: Engine

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Adaptive Highbeam Adaptive Highbeam Assist is faulty. Assist Inoperative Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Adaptive Highbeam Adaptive Highbeam Assist is deactivated and temporarily Assist Currently inoperative. Possible causes are: Unavailable See the windshield in the camera’s field of vision is dirty.

• Page 242
  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Coolant Too Hot WARNING Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.

• Page 243: Display Message

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The battery is not being charged. A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes are: a defective alternator a torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.

• Page 244: Driving Systems

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions AMG vehicles: the engine oil level is too low. Check the oil level when next refueling, at the latest Check Eng.Oil Level page 299). If necessary, add engine oil ( page 300). Have the engine checked at a qualified specialist workshop if engine oil needs to be added more often than usual.

• Page 245: Display Message

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Your vehicle is adjusting to the level you have selected. ¨ Vehicle Rising The vehicle level is too low when the vehicle is stationary. A ¨ warning tone also sounds. Vehicle Rising Do not pull away.

• Page 246: Display Message

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Lane Keeping Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated Assist Currently and temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Unavailable See the windshield in the camera’s field of vision is dirty. Operator’s Manual …

• Page 247: Display Message

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily Currently inoperative. Possible causes are: Unavailable See the sensors are dirty. Operator’s Manual  function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. or Active Blind the radar sensor system is outside the operating temperature Spot Assist…

• Page 248: Display Message

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Park Assist You have just carried out a large number of turning or parking Inoperative maneuvers. Active Parking Assist will become available again after approximately ten minutes ( page 186). Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.

• Page 249: Display Message

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC PLUS is defective. Inoperative ® BAS PLUS (Brake Assist PLUS) and PRE-SAFE Brake may be inoperative as well. A warning tone also sounds. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. DISTRONIC PLUS You have depressed the accelerator pedal.

• Page 250: Tires

  Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss in pressure. Tire Pressure A warning tone also sounds. WARNING With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.

• Page 251
  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Pressure The wheels mounted do not have a suitable tire pressure sensor. Monitor The tire pressure monitor is deactivated. Inoperative No Mount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors. Wheel Sensors The tire pressure monitor is activated automatically after driving for a few minutes.
• Page 252
  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Correct The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tire pressure difference between the wheels is too great. Tire Pressure Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity ( page 334).

• Page 253: Display Message

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. WARNING Tire Press. Check Tire Pressure With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.

• Page 254: Display Message

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of Rolling The driver’s door is open and the transmission is in position R, N Away or D. Vehicle Not in P A warning tone also sounds. Shift the transmission to position P. Secure the vehicle against rolling away ( page 157).

• Page 255: Smartkey

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The driver’s or front passenger’s seat backrest is not engaged. A warning tone also sounds. Lock Seat Backrest Push the backrest back until it engages. Front Left or Lock Seat Backrest Front Right The power steering is malfunctioning.

• Page 256: Keyless-Go

  Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The batteries of the KEYLESS-GO key are discharged.  Change the batteries ( page 77). Replace Key Battery The display message is shown for a maximum of 60 seconds and  is only a reminder.

• Page 257: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster

  Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The KEYLESS-GO key can continuously not be detected. Â KEYLESS-GO is temporarily malfunctioning or is defective. A Remove ‘Start’ warning tone also sounds. Button and Insert Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock and turn it to the desired position.

• Page 258: Warning Lamp

  Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety Seat belts Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger ü to fasten their seat belts. After starting the engine, the red seat Fasten your seat belt ( page 55).

• Page 259: Brakes

  Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) WARNING J (Canada only) The brake boosting effect is malfunctioning and the braking The red brake system characteristics may be affected. warning lamp comes on There is a risk of an accident.

• Page 260: Warning Lamp

  Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) is deactivated due to a malfunction. ® BAS (Brake Assist), BAS PLUS, ESP (Electronic Stability The yellow ABS warning ® ® Program), PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD function and lamp is lit while the…

• Page 261
  Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® ABS is temporarily unavailable. BAS, BAS PLUS, ESP , EBD ® (electronic brake force distribution), PRE-SAFE The yellow ABS warning ® lamp is lit while the PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD function, hill start assist are therefore engine is running.

• Page 262: Warning Lamp

  Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions EBD is not available due to a malfunction. Therefore, ABS, BAS, ® ® ® BAS PLUS, ESP , PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD The yellow ABS warning function and hill start assist are also unavailable, for example.

• Page 263: Sport Handling Mode

  Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin. ® The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.

• Page 264
  Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷å ® ® ® , BAS, BAS PLUS, PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD function and hill start assist are not available due to a malfunction. ®…

• Page 265: Warning Lamp

  Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) You are driving with the parking brake applied. J (Canada only) Release the parking brake. The warning lamp goes out and the warning tone ceases. The red brake system warning lamp comes on while the vehicle is…

• Page 266: Check Engine Warning Lamp

  Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There may be a malfunction, for example: The yellow Check in the engine management Engine warning lamp in the fuel injection system lights up while the in the exhaust system engine is running.

• Page 267
  Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. The red coolant If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator warning lamp comes on may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be while the engine is malfunctioning.

• Page 268: Distance Warning

  Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has cooled down. Check the coolant level and add coolant, observing the warning notes ( page 300).

• Page 269: Tire Pressure Monitor

  Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. USA only: The yellow tire pressure WARNING monitor warning lamp With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the (pressure loss/ following hazards:…

• Page 271
  Useful information ……270 Stowage areas ……..270 Features ……….276…

• Page 272: Loading Guidelines

  Stowage areas or the gross axle weight rating of the Useful information vehicle (including occupants). The values are specified on the vehicle identification This Operator’s Manual describes all plate on the B-pillar of the driver’s door. models and all standard and optional the load must not protrude above the upper equipment of your vehicle available at the edge of the seat backrests.

• Page 273: Eyeglasses Compartment

  Stowage areas Glove box Eyeglasses compartment To open: pull handle : and open glove box There is a compartment to stow eyeglasses in the headliner on the driver’s side. flap ;. To open: pull down eyeglasses To close: fold glove box flap ; upwards compartment : by the handle.

• Page 274: Rear

  Stowage areas Stowage compartment under the front seats AMG vehicles Briefly press trim :. The stowage tray can be removed. To open: pull handle : up and fold cover ; forwards. Stowage compartment under the On vehicles with a fire extinguisher, the armrest fire extinguisher is located in the stowage compartment under the driver’s seat.

• Page 275: Stowage Net

  Stowage areas Close the cover of the stowage thrown around inside the vehicle and cause compartment before folding the rear seat injury to vehicle occupants. armrest back into the seat backrest. Parcel nets cannot protect transported goods in the event of an accident. Parcel nets are located in the front-passenger footwell and on the left and right-hand sides of the trunk.

• Page 276: Cargo Tie Down Rings

  Stowage areas seat moves forward slightly, when backrest back. Otherwise, it could be necessary, in order to avoid contact. damaged. Vehicles without memory function: if necessary, move the driver’s or front- passenger seat forwards. Open the trunk. Pull right-hand or left-hand rear seat backrest release handle :.

• Page 277: Bag Hook

  Stowage areas Trunk The TIREFIT kit, the vehicle tool kit, etc. are located in the stowage compartment. Cargo tie-down rings To open: pull handle : up. There are six cargo tie down rings in the trunk. Bag hook The bag hook can bear a maximum load of 6.6lbs (3kg) and should not be used to secure a load.

• Page 278: Cup Holders

  Liquids position. spilled on vehicle equipment may cause You can remove the cup holder’s rubber mat damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz for cleaning. Clean with clear, lukewarm Limited Warranty. water only. When not in use, keep the cup holder closed.

• Page 279: Bottle Holder

  Features arrow to clean it. Clean with clear, lukewarm water only. Cup holder in the rear-compartment center console Fold down the rear seat armrest. To open: raise the rear seat armrest cover. Press release catch :. Cup holder ; folds out forwards. Swing the rear seat armrest cover back To open: slide cover : forwards.

• Page 280: Sun Visor

  Features Glare from the side Press the outer edge of button : and slide in the direction of the arrow until the bottle fits into the opening. Insert the bottle into the bottle holder. The bottle holder is designed for bottles with a capacity of 25 fl.

• Page 281: Ashtray

  Features the ashtray is properly engaged. Otherwise, Do not expose the child restraint system to the stowage space could be damaged. direct sunlight. The child restraint system’s metal parts, for example, could become very hot, and the child could be burned on these parts.

• Page 282: Cigarette Lighter

  Features To re-install the insert: place the insert Cigarette lighter into the holder and press it in the opposite WARNING direction of the arrow until it engages. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the To close: fold down cover :. SmartKey from the ignition lock.

• Page 283: Under The Armrest

  Features 12 V sockets General notes Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition lock ( page 139). The sockets can be used for accessories with a maximum draw of 180 W (15 A). Accessories include such items as lamps or chargers for mobile phones.

• Page 284: Center Console

  Features Socket in the front-compartment center Socket in the rear-compartment center console console All vehicles (except AMG) To open: slide cover : forwards until it Slide cover ; forwards. engages. Lift up the cover of socket :. Lift up the cover of socket ;. To close: briefly press cover : at the Socket in the trunk front.

• Page 285: Self-Test

  Press the W or X button on the Have the system checked at the nearest multifunction steering wheel. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the following service hotlines: Use the volume controller of the audio USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance system/COMAND.

• Page 286: Emergency Call

  Call Failed message is displayed in the established between the Mercedes-Benz multifunction display and must be confirmed. Customer Assistance Center and the vehicle Should this occur, assistance must be occupants. If the vehicle occupants respond, summoned by other means.

• Page 287: Roadside Assistance Button

  Assistance call button : is flashing continuously Press Roadside Assistance button :. no voice connection to the Mercedes- This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Benz Customer Assistance Center was Customer Assistance Center. The indicator established lamp in Roadside Assistance button : This may be because the corresponding flashes while the call is active.

• Page 288: Call Priority

  Press MB Info call button :. Call Failed message appears in the This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz multifunction display. Customer Assistance Center. The indicator lamp in MB Info call button : flashes while To end a call: press the ~ button on the the connection is being made.

• Page 289: Search & Send

  Example: transfer is possible. If you select ‘Send to vehicle’ and then You can only use the Destination ‘Mercedes-Benz’, the destination address Download function if the vehicle is will be sent to your vehicle. equipped with a navigation system. When the «Send» dialog window appears:…

• Page 290
  The vehicle can be immediately remotely a replacement SmartKey is not available. The locked within four days of the ignition being vehicle can be opened by the Mercedes-Benz turned off. After this time, the remote closing Customer Assistance center. may be delayed by 15 to 60 minutes. After…

• Page 291: Diagnosis

  Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance position. message appears: follow the Center together with your PIN. instructions of the customer service The Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance representative. Center then attempts to locate the mbrace The message in the display disappears. system. The Mercedes-Benz Customer…

• Page 292: Downloading Routes

  Features Depending on what the customer service To start route guidance: select Yes. representative agreed with you, the voice An overview of the route is shown in the connection is re-established after the transfer display. is complete. If necessary, you will be If you select No, the saved route can be contacted at a later time by another means, called up later in the navigation menu.

• Page 293: Triggering The Vehicle Alarm

  Afterwards, the Benz Center. alarm switches off. Alternatively, you can call the following telephone assistance services: Garage door opener USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at Important safety notes 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Canada: Customer Service at WARNING 1-800-387-0100 Before programming the integrated remote ®…

• Page 294
  Features Press and hold one of buttons ; to ? on Canada only: the integrated garage door opener. This device complies with the RSS-210 After a short time, indicator lamp : lights Rules of Industry Canada. Operation is up yellow. subject to the following two conditions: 1.
• Page 295
  Features Synchronizing the rolling code Press and hold one of buttons ; to ? on the integrated garage door opener. Your vehicle must be within reach of the After a short time, indicator lamp : lights garage door or exterior gate drive. Make sure that neither your vehicle nor any persons/ up yellow.

• Page 296: Calling Up

  Features same programming steps with this remote Make sure that you clear the memory of control. Before performing these steps, the integrated garage door opener before make sure that new batteries have been selling the vehicle. installed in garage door drive remote control A.

• Page 297: Floormat

  Features Setting the compass Calibrating the compass Make sure that there is sufficient space for you to drive in a circle without impeding traffic. In order to calibrate the compass correctly, do the following: calibrate the compass in the open and not in the vicinity of steel structures or high- voltage transmission lines.

• Page 298
  Features Slide the seat backwards. To install: place the floormat in the footwell. Press studs : onto retainers ;. To remove: pull the floormat off retainers ;. Remove the floormat.
• Page 299
  Useful information ……298 Engine compartment ……298 Maintenance ……..302 Care ………… 303…

• Page 300: Useful Information

  Engine compartment Useful information WARNING To avoid injury, stay clear of moving parts This Operator’s Manual describes all when the hood is open and the engine is models and all standard and optional running. equipment of your vehicle available at the The radiator fan may continue to run for time of publication of the Operator’s approximately 30seconds or may even restart…

• Page 301: Engine Compartment

  Engine compartment Lower the hood and let it fall from a height of approximately 8 inches (20cm). Check that the hood has engaged properly. If the hood can be raised slightly, it is not properly engaged. Open it again and close it with a little more force.

• Page 302: Engine Oil Adding

  Further information on engine oil approved in accordance with the page 368). Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service center. Additional service products Damage to the engine or exhaust system is Checking the coolant level…

• Page 303
  If necessary, add coolant that has been pressure. If opened immediately, scalding tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. hot fluid and steam will be blown out under pressure. Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as it will go.

• Page 304: Maintenance

  You can obtain further information from an Press the 9 or : button to select the authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at ASSYST PLUS submenu and confirm with http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). The ASSYST PLUS service interval display…

• Page 305: Care

  For this reason, you Driving abroad should drive for a few minutes after An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network cleaning. Braking heats the brake discs and is also available in other countries. You can the brake pads/linings, thus drying them.

• Page 306: Power Washer

  Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car automatic transmission selects park position P automatically and locks the shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. wheels. You can prevent this by shifting Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a the automatic transmission to N gentle jet of water.

• Page 307: Matte Finish

  Soak insect remains with insect remover at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an and rinse off the treated areas afterwards. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Soak bird droppings with water and rinse off the treated areas afterwards. Do not use wash programs with a hot wax treatment under any circumstances.

• Page 308: Exterior Lights

  Use only insect remover and car shampoo and damage to electronic components. from the range of recommended and Clean the inside and outside of the approved Mercedes-Benz care products. windows with a damp cloth and a cleaning agent that is recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.

• Page 309: Display

  Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior lighting using a wet sponge and a mild Do not clean the camera lens and the area cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car around the rear view camera with a power shampoo or cleaning cloths.

• Page 310: Plastic Trim

  Wipe the plastic trim with a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth. Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning products recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. The surface may change color temporarily. Fold down the camera cover by recess :. Wait until the surface is dry again.

• Page 311: Carpets

  Only use leather care Headliner: if it is very dirty, use a soft brush agents that have been tested and or dry shampoo. approved by Mercedes-Benz. You can Carpets: use the carpet and textile cleaning agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.

• Page 313
  Useful information ……312 Where will I find…? ……312 Flat tire ……….313 Battery (vehicle) …….. 314 Jump-starting ……..317 Towing and tow-starting ….318 Fuses ……….322…

• Page 314: Useful Information

  Where will I find…? Vehicles with a «Minispare» emergency Useful information spare wheel This Operator’s Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator’s Manual. Country-specific differences are possible.

• Page 315: Flat Tire

  Flat tire All occupants must get out of the vehicle. Alignment bolt Make sure that they are not endangered as Sheet for faulty wheel they do so. Tire inflation compressor Make sure that no one is near the danger Lug wrench area while a wheel is being changed.

• Page 316: Important Safety Notes

  Battery (vehicle) The maximum driving distance is distance may increase. There is a risk of approximately 50 miles (80 km) when the accident. vehicle is partially laden, and approximately ® If ESP malfunctions, the vehicle will not be 18 miles (30 km) when the vehicle is fully stabilised if it starts to skid or a wheel starts laden.

• Page 317: Battery (Vehicle)

  Battery (vehicle) Have the battery checked regularly at a Never lean over batteries while connecting. qualified specialist workshop. You might get injured. Observe the service intervals in the Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not Maintenance Booklet or contact a qualified allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes, specialist workshop for more information.

• Page 318: Charging The Battery

  Charging the battery WARNING Never charge a battery still installed in the vehicle unless a battery charger unit approved by Mercedes-Benz is being used. Gases may escape during charging and cause explosions that may result in paint damage, corrosion or personal injury.

• Page 319: Jump-Starting

  Jump-starting Jump-starting WARNING Failure to follow these directions will cause damage to the electronic components, and can lead to a battery explosion and severe injury or death. Never lean over batteries while connecting or jump starting. You might get injured. Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid.

• Page 320: Important Safety Notes

  Towing and tow-starting Position number B identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump- starting device. Slide cover : of positive terminal ; in the direction of the arrow. Connect positive terminal ; on your vehicle to positive terminal = of donor battery B using the jumper cable, always begin with positive terminal ;…

• Page 321: Towing And Tow-Starting

  Towing and tow-starting Information on your vehicle’s gross vehicle force to steer and brake, you may have to weight rating can be found on the vehicle depress the brake pedal with maximum force. identification plate ( page 365). Before towing away, make sure that the It is better to have the vehicle transported steering can be moved and is not locked.

• Page 322: Removing The Towing Eye

  Towing and tow-starting Take cover ; off the opening. Screw the towing eye in clockwise to the stop and tighten it. Removing the towing eye Loosen the towing eye and unscrew it. Position the top of cover : in the bumper and press it in at the bottom until it engages.

• Page 323: Transporting The Vehicle

  Towing and tow-starting It is important that you observe the safety Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the instructions when towing away your vehicle ignition lock. page 318). Shift the automatic transmission to position N. The automatic transmission automatically shifts to position P when you open the driver’s As soon as the vehicle is loaded: or front-passenger door or when you remove…

• Page 324: Fuses

  Only use fuses that have been approved for when viewed in the direction of travel Mercedes-Benz vehicles and that have the correct fuse rating for the systems the fuse allocation chart is located in the concerned.

• Page 325: Fuse Box In The Trunk

  Fuses Remove any existing moisture from the fuse box using a dry cloth. To open: remove lines ; from the guides. Move lines ; aside. Route the lines behind connection = to do this. Open clamp :. Remove the fuse box cover forwards. To close: check whether the rubber seal is lying correctly in the cover.

• Page 327: Wheels And Tires

  Useful information ……326 Important safety notes ….326 Operation ……….. 326 Winter operation ……. 328 Tire pressure ……..329 Loading the vehicle ……337 All about wheels and tires ….340 Changing a wheel ……348 Wheel and tire combinations … 353 Emergency spare wheel ….

• Page 328: Useful Information

  Accessories that are not approved for your other obstacles. If it is necessary to drive over vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being curbs, speed humps or similar elevations, try used correctly can impair the operating to do so slowly and at an obtuse angle.

• Page 329: Wet Road Surface

  Do not mount anything onto the valve other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure monitoring systems.

• Page 330: Winter Operation

  Observe the notes on the emergency spare temperatures could cause cracks to form, wheel ( page 357). thereby damaging the tires permanently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for this type of damage. MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat properties) M+S tires With MOExtended tires (tires with run flat…

• Page 331: Tire Pressure

  Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding standard of quality. the driving, steering and braking characteristics may be severely impaired.

• Page 332
  Tire pressure The Tire and Loading Information placard Follow recommended tire inflation pressures contains the recommended tire pressures for and check the pressure of all the tires cold tires. The recommended tire pressures including the spare wheel: are valid for the maximum permissible load monthly, at least and up to the maximum permissible vehicle if the load changes…

• Page 333: On-Board Computer

  Some tire pressure tables show only the rim Only screw the standard valve cap or other diameters instead of the full tire size, e.g. valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for R18. The rim diameter is part of the tire size your vehicle onto the tire valve.

• Page 334: Maximum

  Tire pressure tires. The tire pressure would otherwise be Overinflated tires may: too low. increase the braking distance Observe the recommended tire pressures for have an adverse effect on handling cold tires: characteristics on the Tire and Loading Information placard wear quickly and unevenly on the B-pillar on the driver’s side have an adverse effect on ride comfort…

• Page 335: Restarting

  Tire pressure in the «Tire pressure» section cannot be detected by the tire pressure loss warning system. under «Tire pressure» ( page 329) The tire pressure monitor is not able to warn you of a sudden loss of pressure, e.g. if the Checking tire pressures manually tire is penetrated by a foreign object.

• Page 336: Tire Pressure

  Tire pressure Press = or ; on the steering wheel flap. If your vehicle has tires of a different size to select the Serv. menu. than the size indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard or the tire pressure label, Press the 9 or : button to select you should determine the proper tire pressure Tire…

• Page 337
  Tire pressure significantly too low. The tire pressure replacing one or more tires or wheels on your monitor is not malfunctioning. vehicle to ensure that the replacement or USA only: if the warning lamp flashes for alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.

• Page 338: Warning Message

  Tire pressure Tire pressure monitor warning Canada only: messages This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to If the tire pressure monitor detects a the following two conditions: significant pressure loss on one or more tires, 1.

• Page 339: Loading The Vehicle

  Loading the vehicle table on the inside of the fuel filler flap steering and driving characteristics and lead page 329). to brake failure. There is a risk of accident. Make sure that the tire pressure is correct Observe the load rating of the tires. The load on all four wheels.

• Page 340
  Loading the vehicle travel in the vehicle. This information can be Maximum permissible gross vehicle found on the Tire and Loading Information weight rating placard. The specifications shown 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.
• Page 341
  Loading the vehicle Step 2 Example: steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples on how Exampl Exampl Exampl to calculate total and cargo load capacities with varying seating configurations and Number number and size of occupants. The following examples use a load limit of 1500 lbs people (680 kg).

• Page 342: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards

  All about wheels and tires Step 3 To ensure that your vehicle does not exceed the maximum permissible values (gross Exampl Exampl Exampl vehicle weight and maximum gross axle weight rating), have your loaded vehicle (including driver, occupants, cargo, and full Permiss 1500 lbs 1500 lbs…

• Page 343: All About Wheels And Tires

  All about wheels and tires All passenger car tires must conform to the Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum statutory safety requirements in addition to tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter these grades. tires. Observe the legally required minimum tire tread depth ( page 327).

• Page 344: Labeling (Overview)

  All about wheels and tires Tire labeling Therefore, only use tire types and sizes approved for your vehicle model. Observe the Overview tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standard Rim diameter page 346)

• Page 345
  All about wheels and tires ratio is calculated by dividing the tire width by Index Speed rating the tire height. up to 112 mph (180 km/h) Tire code: tire code = specifies the tire type. «R» represents radial tires; «D» represents up to 118mph (190 km/h) diagonal tires;…

• Page 346: Load Index

  All about wheels and tires Load index All-weather tires and winter tires Index Speed rating up to 100 mph (160 km/h) Q M+S up to 118mph (190 km/h) T M+S up to 130mph (210 km/h) H M+S up to 149 mph (240 km/h) V M+S Not all tires with the M+S marking provide the driving characteristics of winter tires.

• Page 347: Characteristics

  All about wheels and tires Do not overload the tires by exceeding the Tire size: identifier = describes the tire size. specified load limit. The maximum Tire type code: tire type code ? can be used permissible load can be found on the by the manufacturer as a code to describe vehicle’s Tire and Loading Information specific characteristics of the tire.

• Page 348
  All about wheels and tires 100 kilopascals (kPa) are the equivalent of vehicle identification plate on the B-pillar on 1 bar. the driver’s side. DOT (Department of Transportation) Speed rating DOT marked tires fulfill the requirements of The speed rating is part of the tire the United States Department of identification.
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  All about wheels and tires Curb weight Tread The weight of a vehicle with standard The part of the tire that comes into contact equipment including the maximum capacity with the road. of fuel, oil and coolant. It also includes the air- Bead conditioning system and optional equipment The tire bead ensures that the tire sits…

• Page 350: Breakdown Assistance

  Changing a wheel Occupant distribution Always observe the instructions and safety notes in the «Mounting a wheel» section The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at page 349). their designated seating positions. The wear patterns on the front and rear tires Total load limit differ, depending on the operating conditions.

• Page 351: Changing A Wheel

  Changing a wheel Securing the vehicle to prevent it from to the tires or chassis components. rolling away Components damaged in this way may fail unexpectedly. There is a risk of an accident. Do not use power washers with circular jet nozzles to clean the vehicle.

• Page 352: Using

  Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. the jack is designed only to raise and hold…

• Page 353: Mounting A New Wheel

  Changing a wheel Removing a wheel AMG vehicles: during removal and repositioning of the wheel, the wheel rim can strike the ceramic-brake disc and damage it. Therefore, take precautions and get a second person to assist you. Alternatively, you can use a second alignment bolt.

• Page 354: Lowering The Vehicle

  There is a risk of accident. approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the Have the tightening torque immediately respective wheel. checked at a qualified specialist workshop after a wheel is changed.

• Page 355: Wheel And Tire Combinations

  MO = Mercedes-Benz Original Notes on the vehicle equipment – always MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended equip the vehicle with: (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) tires of the same size on a given axle (left/…

• Page 356
  Wheel and tire combinations at the factory as standard equipment or optional extras. If you would like to equip your vehicle with approved winter tires, you may also, in certain circumstances, require rims of the appropriate size. The sizes of the approved winter tires may deviate from that of the standard tires.
• Page 357
  Wheel and tire combinations Tires CLS 550 BlueEFFICIENCY Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 FA: 255/40 R18 99 Y XL MOExtended Wheel offset: 1.36 in (34.5 mm) 4, 5 RA: 285/35 R18 97 Y MOExtended RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2…
• Page 358
  Wheel and tire combinations CLS 550 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 FA: 255/40 R18 99 Y XL MOExtended Wheel offset: 1.36 in (34.5 mm) 4, 5 RA: 285/35 R18 97 Y MOExtended RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2…

• Page 359: Emergency Spare Wheel

  Emergency spare wheel CLS 63 AMG Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels VA: 255/35 ZR19 (96 Y) XL FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset: 1.46 in (37 mm) RA: 285/30 ZR19 (98 Y) XL RA: 10.0 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm)

• Page 360: Removing

  Emergency spare wheel General notes «Minispare» emergency spare wheel/ collapsible spare wheel You should regularly check the pressure of the emergency spare wheel, particularly prior Removing the «Minispare» emergency to long trips, and correct the pressure as spare wheel necessary ( page 329).

• Page 361: Stowing

  The collapsible spare wheel must be performed at a qualified specialist workshop, mounted before it is inflated. e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Pull connector ? and the air hose out of Unscrew the valve cap from the valve. the housing.

• Page 362
  Emergency spare wheel Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock. If the tire pressure is higher than the specified pressure, press pressure release button ; until the correct tire pressure has been reached. Unscrew union nut : on the air hose from the valve.

• Page 363: Technical Data

  Emergency spare wheel Technical data All vehicles (except AMG vehicles) «Minispare» emergency spare wheel Tires Alloy wheels T 155/60 R18 107 M 4.5 B x 18 H2 Tire pressure: 420 kPa (4.2 bar/61 psi) Wheel offset: 1.42 in (36 mm) AMG vehicles Collapsible spare wheel Tires…

• Page 365: Technical Data

  Useful information ……364 Information regarding technical data ………… 364 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..364 Warranty ……….364 Identification plates ……365 Service products and filling capaci- ties …………. 366 Vehicle data ……..371…

• Page 366: Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts

  For this reason, Mercedes-Benz recommends service. that you use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or Always specify the vehicle identification parts of equal quality. Only use tires, wheels number (VIN) ( page 365) and the engine…

• Page 367: Vehicle Identification Plate

  Control System Warranty State warranty enforcement laws (Lemon Laws) Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories warranties. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you lose the Service and Warranty Information booklet, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to arrange a replacement.

• Page 368: Engine Number

  Emission control information plate, http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. including the certification of both federal You can recognize service products approved and Californian emissions standards by Mercedes-Benz by the following Engine number (stamped into the inscription on the containers: crankcase) MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51) VIN (on the lower edge of the windshield) MB Approval (e.g.

• Page 369: Grade (Gasoline)

  Ô of the pedal travel. All models (except Approx. Only refuel using premium-grade unleaded CLS 63 AMG) 2.4 US gal gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 91. (9.0 l) Reformulated Gasoline (RFG) and/or unleaded gasoline with additives can be used.

• Page 370: Additives

  Carbon deposits may form if the availability BlueEFFICIENCY of gasoline with relevant additives is insufficient (in certain regions). In this case, CLS 550 4MATIC Mercedes-Benz recommends additives BlueEFFICIENCY approved for use in Mercedes-Benz vehicles; CLS 63 AMG 229.5 see http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.

• Page 371: Notes

  If the boiling point of the brake fluid is too low, All models (except 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) vapor pockets may form in the brake system CLS 63 AMG) when the brakes are applied hard (e.g. when CLS 63 AMG With external oil driving downhill).

• Page 372: Washer Fluid

  Service products and filling capacities Further information on coolants can be adequate antifreeze and corrosion found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications protection. for Service Products, MB Specifications for Service Products 310.1, e.g. on the Filling capacities Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Or Model Capacity contact a qualified specialist workshop.

• Page 373: Roof Load (Maximum)

  Add windshield washer fluid, e.g. MB All models (except 69.8 in SummerFit or MB WinterFit, to the washer AMG vehicles) (1772 mm) fluid all year round. CLS 63 AMG 70.0 in Filling capacities (1779 mm) Model Capacity All models All models 6.3 US qt (6.0 l)

• Page 374
  Vehicle data CLS 63 AMG Turning radius 37.1 ft (11.30 m) Maximum roof load 220 lb (100 kg) Maximum trunk 220 lb (100 kg) load…
• Page 375
  Publication details Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehicles and about Daimler AG can be found on the following websites: http://www.mbusa.com (USA only) http://www.mercedes-benz.ca (Canada only) Editorial office Not to be reprinted, translated or otherwise reproduced, in whole or in part, without the written permission of Daimler AG.
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