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Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz We urge you to read this Operator's Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instructions and warning notices in this manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the MercedesBenz Limited Warranty.
2 Contents Index ....................................................... 3 Introduction ......................................... 27 Digital Operator's Manual .................. 25 At a glance ........................................... 35 Safety ................................................... 44 Opening and closing ........................... 81 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 104 Lights and windshield wipers .......... 118 Climate control .................................
Index 1, 2, 3 ... 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System) 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel drive) .................................................. 12 V socket see Socket (12 V) 360° camera Cleaning ......................................... Display in the multimedia system .. Function/notes ............................. 198 339 212 210 A ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Display message ............................ 256 Function/notes ................................
4 Index AMG Adaptive sport suspension system ................................................ 197 Performance Seat .......................... 108 AMG menu (on-board computer) ..... 252 AMG sports exhaust system ............ 152 Anti-lock braking system see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Anti-Theft Alarm system see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) Armrest Stowage compartment .................. 309 Ashtray ............................................... 318 Assistance display (on-board computer) ...............
Index Battery (SmartKey) Checking .......................................... 84 Important safety notes .................... 84 Replacing ......................................... 84 Battery (vehicle) Charging ........................................ 350 Display message ............................ 269 Important safety notes .................. 347 Jump starting ................................. 352 Belt see Seat belts Blind Spot Assist Activating/deactivating (onboard computer) ............................
6 Index Steering wheel ............................... 340 Trim pieces .................................... 340 Washing by hand ........................... 336 Wheels ........................................... 338 Windows ........................................ 338 Wiper blades .................................. 338 Wooden trim .................................. 340 Cargo tie down rings ......................... 313 CD see also Digital Operator's Manual ..................................................
Index Problem with the rear window defroster ........................................ 137 Problems with cooling with air dehumidification ............................ 133 Rear control panel ......................... 131 Refrigerant ..................................... 393 Refrigerant filling capacity ............. 394 Setting the air distribution ............. 134 Setting the air vents ...................... 143 Setting the airflow ......................... 135 Setting the climate mode ...............
8 Index Switching on/off (on-board computer) ............................................. 250 Declarations of conformity ................. 31 Diagnostics connection ...................... 31 Digital Operator's Manual Help ................................................. 25 Introduction ..................................... 25 Digital speedometer ......................... 241 DIRECT SELECT lever Automatic transmission .................
Index Driving systems 360°camera .................................. Active Blind Spot Assist ................. Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ Active Parking Assist ..................... AIRMATIC ...................................... AMG adaptive sport suspension system ........................................... ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ Blind Spot Assist ............................ Cruise control ................................ Display message ............................
10 Index Starting problems .......................... 153 Starting the engine with the SmartKey ....................................... 148 Starting via smartphone ................ 149 Starting with the Start/Stop button ................................................. 148 Switching off .................................. 177 Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 357 Engine electronics Problem (malfunction) ................... 153 Engine oil Adding ...........................................
Index Problem (malfunction) ................... 168 Refueling ........................................ 164 Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 389 Fuel filler flap Opening ......................................... 165 Fuel level Calling up the range (on-board computer) ...................................... 240 Fuel tank Capacity ........................................ 389 Problem (malfunction) ................... 168 Fuses Allocation chart ..................... 357, 359 Before changing ...............
12 Index Problems with the charging process ................................................. 175 Terms of use .................................. 170 Vehicle fire ....................................... 45 Hill start assist .................................. 150 HOLD function Activating ....................................... 195 Activation conditions ..................... 194 Deactivating ................................... 195 Display message ............................ 277 Function/notes ..............
Index Lane Tracking package ..................... 216 Lap time (RACETIMER) ...................... 253 LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat anchors ................................................ 64 License plate lamp (display message) ................................................... 267 Light function, active Display message ............................ 267 Light sensor (display message) ....... 267 Lights Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............. 120 Automatic headlamp mode ............
14 Index DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 186 DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot ............... 192 General notes ................................ 185 Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 218 PARKTRONIC ................................. 199 PRE-SAFE® (anticipatory occupant protection) ............................... 60 PRE-SAFE® PLUS (anticipatory occupant protection PLUS) .............. 61 Rear view camera .......................... 206 Traffic Sign Assist .............
Index OCS Conditions ....................................... 54 Faults ............................................... 58 Operation ......................................... 54 System self-test ............................... 56 Odometer ........................................... 239 Oil see Engine oil On-board computer AMG menu ..................................... 252 Assistance graphic menu ............... 246 Assistance menu ........................... 247 Display messages ..........................
16 Index Parking lamps Switching on/off ........................... 119 PARKTRONIC Deactivating/activating ................. 201 Driving system ............................... 199 Function/notes ............................. 199 Important safety notes .................. 199 Problem (malfunction) ................... 202 Range of the sensors ..................... 199 Warning display ............................. 200 PASSENGER AIR BAG Display message ............................ 265 Indicator lamps ..........
Index Pre-entry climate control via SmartKey Activating/deactivating ................. 141 PRE-SAFE® (anticipatory occupant protection) Display message ............................ 262 Operation ......................................... 60 PRE-SAFE® Brake Activating/deactivating ................. 247 Display message ............................ 262 Function/notes ................................ 77 Important safety notes .................... 77 Warning lamp .................................
18 Index Refueling process (PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles) ........................... 165 see Fuel Remote control Garage door opener ....................... 326 Programming (garage door opener) .......................................... 327 Replacing bulbs Important safety notes .................. 122 Overview of bulb types .................. 123 Removing/replacing the cover (front wheel arch) .......................... 123 Reporting safety defects .................... 32 Rescue card ...........................
Index Storing settings (memory function) ............................................... 116 Switching seat heating on/off ....... 108 Switching seat ventilation on/ off .................................................. 109 Securing a load see Securing cargo Securing cargo .................................. 313 Selector lever Cleaning ......................................... 340 see Automatic transmission Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 339 Service menu (on-board computer) ........................
20 Index Speedometer Activating/deactivating the additional speedometer ........................ 251 Digital ............................................ 241 In the Instrument cluster ................. 36 Segments ...................................... 235 Selecting the display unit ............... 251 SPORT handling mode Deactivating/activating (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ................ 74 Warning lamp .................................
Index Display message ............................ Introduction ................................... Menu (on-board computer) ............ Number from the phone book ........ Redialing ........................................ Rejecting/ending a call ................. see also Digital Operator's Manual .................................................. Switching between mobile phones ........................................... Temperature Coolant (display in the instrument cluster) ...........................
22 Index Sidewall (definition) ....................... 379 Snow chains .................................. 363 Speed rating (definition) ................ 378 Storing ........................................... 380 Structure and characteristics (definition) ..................................... 377 Summer tires in winter .................. 362 Temperature .................................. 374 TIN (Tire Identification Number) (definition) ..................................... 379 Tire bead (definition) .....
Index Obstacle recognition ........................ 90 Opening dimensions ...................... 394 Opening/closing .............................. 89 Trunk load (maximum) ...................... 394 Turn signals Changing bulbs (front) ................... 124 Changing bulbs (rear) .................... 124 Display message ............................ 267 Switching on/off ........................... 119 Two-way radio Frequencies ................................... 386 Installation .............................
24 Index Seat belt ........................................ 287 SPORT handling mode ................... 292 Steering ......................................... 297 Tire pressure monitor .................... 296 Warranty .............................................. 28 Washer fluid Display message ............................ 285 Wheel and tire combinations Tires ............................................... 384 Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 384 Wheel chock .....................................
Digital Operator's Manual Introduction The printed Operator's Manual provides information about the safe operation of your vehicle. The Digital Operator's Manual additionally describes further functions and equipment installed in your vehicle. The functions of the vehicle and multimedia system are described in the Digital Operator's Manual. You can call up the Digital Operator's Manual via the multimedia system. i You will not incur any costs when calling up the Digital Operator's Manual.
Digital Operator's Manual 26 To call up the basic menu of the Digital Operator's Manual: select Þ symbol A. X To switch functions to the multimedia system using the buttons on the center console: press the $, %, Õ or Ø button. The selected menu appears. The Digital Operator's Manual remains open in the background.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts General notes H Environmental note Daimler's declared policy is one of comprehensive environmental protection. The objectives are for the natural resources that form the basis of our existence on this planet to be used sparingly and in a manner that takes the requirements of both nature and humanity into account. You too can help to protect the environment by operating your vehicle in an environmentally responsible manner.
Introduction 28 Service and vehicle operation Do not install accessories such as audio systems in these areas. Do not carry out repairs or welding. You could impair the operating efficiency of the restraint systems. Have aftermarket accessories installed at a qualified specialist workshop. You could jeopardize the operating safety of your vehicle if you use parts, tires and wheels as well as accessories relevant to safety which have not been approved by Mercedes-Benz.
During the period of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18,000 miles (approximately 29,000 km) on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs: (1) the same substantial defect or malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect or malfunction has been subject to repair
Introduction 30 Operating safety One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 In Canada Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9 Operating safety Important safety notes G WARNING If you do not have the prescribed service/ maintenance work or any required repairs carried out, this can result in malfunctions or system failures. There is a risk of an accident.
the vehicle's high-voltage electrical system checked by a qualified specialist workshop. The components of the vehicle's high-voltage electrical system are marked with yellow warning stickers. The cables of the vehicle's highvoltage electrical system are orange in color. Vehicles with an electric motor generate much less driving noise than vehicles with internal combustion engines. As a result, your vehicle may not be heard by other road users in certain situations.
32 Data stored in the vehicle Introduction Correct use If you remove any warning stickers, you or others could fail to recognize certain dangers. Leave warning stickers in position.
These data memories temporarily or permanently store technical information about: RVehicle's operating state RIncidents RMalfunctions In general, this technical information documents the state of a component, a module, a system or the surroundings. These include, for example: Roperating conditions of system components, e.g. fluid levels Rthe vehicle's status messages and those of its individual components, e.g.
Introduction 34 Information on copyright These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which accidents and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g. name, gender, age and accident location) are recorded.
Cockpit 35 At a glance Cockpit Function Page : Steering wheel paddle shifters 161 ; Combination switch 119 = Horn ? Instrument cluster A DIRECT SELECT lever 156 B Climate control systems 129 C Overhead control panel 42 D Control panel for multimedia system and vehicle functions 39 E Ignition lock Start/Stop button 146 146 F Adjusts the steering wheel 110 G Cruise control lever 185 36 Function Page H Electric parking brake I Diagnostics connection J Opens the hood
36 Instrument cluster At a glance Instrument cluster Function Page : Speedometer Speedometer segments 235 ; å ESP® OFF 290 = ÷ ESP® 290 ? · Distance warning 295 A Ð Power steering 297 B #! Turn signals 119 C Multifunction display 237 D ! Electric parking brake (yellow) E Function Page K ? Coolant 293 L Coolant temperature display 236 M é RBS (Recuperative Brake System) 288 N J This lamp has no function O 6 Restraint system P ü Seat belt 287 Q K High-beam hea
Instrument cluster 37 i You can find further information on the At a glance instrument cluster in PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles in the Digital Operator's Manual under "PLUG-IN HYBRID operation".
38 Multifunction steering wheel At a glance Multifunction steering wheel Function : Multifunction display ; Multimedia system display = ~ Rejects or ends a call 6 Makes or accepts a call Further telephone functions W X Adjusts volume 8 Mute ó Switches on voiceoperated control navigation or the Voice Control System Page 237 245 i In vehicles with multimedia system COMAND you can find further information: the multimedia system in the Digital Operator's Manual Ron the DVD changer or single DVD dri
Center console 39 Center console At a glance Center console, upper section Function Page : Climate control systems 129 ; £ Hazard warning lamps 120 = Ø Vehicle functions/ system settings button (see the separate operating instructions) ? % Telephone button (see the separate operating instructions) A PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamp ATA indicator lamp B Analog clock (not available on all equipment levels) 47 79 Function C Õ Media button (see the separate operating instructions) D $ R
40 Center console At a glance Center console, lower section Function : Stowage compartment Ashtray Cigarette lighter Socket Cup holder ; Adjusts the volume/mute (see the separate operating instructions) = Switches multimedia system on or off (see separate operating instructions) ? u Rear window roller sunblind A Touchpad (see the separate operating instructions) B Stowage compartment Page 308 318 319 319 316 318 308 Function C Page è ECO start/stop function (vehicles without PLUGIN HYBR
Center console 41 At a glance Center console, lower section (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Function : ; Page Ashtray Cigarette lighter Socket Cup holder 318 319 319 316 Adjusts or mutes the volume (see the separate operating instructions) = Adjusts the volume of the AMG sports exhaust system 152 ? è ECO start/stop function 150 A Touchpad (see the separate operating instructions) B Stowage compartment C Activates/deactivates Activates/deactivates SPORT handling mode ESP® 308 74 74 Function D
42 Overhead control panel At a glance Overhead control panel Function Page : p Switches the left-hand reading lamp on/off 121 ; | Switches the automatic interior lighting control on/off 122 = G SOS button (mbrace system) ? Function E Page 3 Opens/closes the panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel Opens/closes the roller sunblinds 100 F Rear-view mirror 113 320 G c Switches the front interior lighting on/off Buttons for the garage door opener 327 122 H A u Switches the rear
Door control panel 43 At a glance Door control panel Function : Page Function E r45= Stores settings for the seat, exterior mirrors and steering column 116 ; Adjusts the seats electrically 106 = c Seat heating 108 ? s Seat ventilation 109 A Opens the door 88 B % & Unlocks/locks the vehicle 88 C W Opens/closes the rear left side window 94 D W Opens/closes the left side window 94 Page 7Zª\ Adjusts and folds the exterior mirrors in/out electrically 113 F W Opens/closes the rig
44 Hybrid vehicles Hybrid vehicles General notes Safety Hybrid technology combines a fuel efficient internal combustion engine with a powerful electric motor. Important safety notes Danger of electric shock G DANGER The vehicle's high-voltage electrical system is under high voltage. If you modify components in the vehicle's high-voltage electrical system or touch damaged components, you may be electrocuted.
Hybrid vehicles Press release clip : in the direction of the arrow and pull it out. X Pull the high voltage switch-off device ; apart until it engages in the stop position. If the hybrid drive system has been deactivated due to reasons mentioned above, have it checked at a qualified specialist workshop before reactivation. X High-voltage battery G WARNING In the event of a vehicle fire, the internal pressure of the high-voltage battery can exceed a critical value.
Occupant safety 46 Safety Panic alarm To activate: press ! button : for at least one second. A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the alarm system is armed. X To deactivate: press ! button : again. or X Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. or, in vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start-function or KEYLESS‑GO X Press the Start/Stop button. The SmartKey must be in the vehicle.
Occupant safety G WARNING If restraint system is malfunctioning, restraint system components may be triggered unintentionally or might not be triggered at all in the event of an accident with a high rate of vehicle deceleration. This can affect the Emergency Tensioning Device or air bag, for example. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. Have the restraint system checked and repaired in a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible.
48 Occupant safety Safety seat, the front-passenger front air bag is enabled or deactivated (Y page 54). Be sure to observe the notes on "Seat belts“ (Y page 48) and "Air bags" (Y page 51). There you can also find information on the correct seat position. Seat belts Introduction A correctly fastened seat belt is the most effective means of restraining the movement of vehicle occupants in the event of an accident or the vehicle rolling over.
Occupant safety If a child younger than twelve years old and under 5 ft (1.50 m) in height is traveling in the vehicle: Ralways secure the child in a child restraint system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehicle.
Safety 50 Occupant safety If these items are on or in your clothing, e.g. eyeglasses, pens, keys, etc., stow these items in a more suitable location. ROnly one person should use each seat belt at any one time. On no account should babies or children travel sitting on the lap of another vehicle occupant. During an accident, they could be crushed between the occupant and seat belt. RObjects are not secured with a seat belt if the seat belt is being used by one of the vehicle’s occupants.
Occupant safety Press the release button in the belt buckle, hold the belt tongue firmly and guide the belt back. Seat belt adjustment The seat-belt adjustment is an integral part of the PRE-SAFE® convenience function. This function adjusts the driver's and front-passenger seat belt to the upper body of the occupants.
52 Occupant safety Safety RAdjust the seats properly before beginning your journey. Always make sure that the seat is in an almost upright position. The center of the head restraint must support the head at about eye level. RMove the driver's and front-passenger seats as far back as possible. The driver's seat position must allow the vehicle to be driven safely. ROnly hold the steering wheel on the outside. This allows the air bag to be fully deployed. RAlways lean against the backrest while driving.
Occupant safety Driver's knee bag Driver's knee bag : deploys under the steering column. The driver's knee bag is always deployed along with the driver's front air bag. The driver's knee bag offers additional thigh, knee and lower leg protection for the occupant in the driver's seat. Side impact air bags G WARNING Unsuitable seat covers could restrict or even prevent the deployment of the air bags integrated into the seats.
54 Occupant safety Safety Window curtain air bags Window curtain air bags : are integrated into the side of the roof frame and deployed in the area from the A-pillar to the C-pillar. When deployed, the window curtain air bag enhances the level of protection for the head. However, it does not protect the chest or arms. In the event of a side impact, the window curtain air bag is deployed on the side on which the impact occurs.
The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamps must light up simultaneously for approximately six seconds. The indicator lamps display the status of the front-passenger front air bag. RPASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up: the frontpassenger front air bag is enabled. If, in the event of an accident, all deployment criteria are met, the front-passenger front air bag is deployed. RPASSENGER AIR BAG OFF lights up: the frontpassenger front air bag is deactivated.
56 Occupant safety If OCS determines that: front-passenger seat is unoccupied, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp lights up after the system self-test and remains lit. This indicates that the frontpassenger front air bag is deactivated. Rthe front-passenger seat is occupied by a child of up to twelve months old, in a standard child restraint system, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp lights up after the system self-test and remains lit.
Occupant safety That person could, for example, come into contact with the vehicle's interior, especially if the person is sitting too close to the dashboard. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. When the front-passenger seat is occupied, always ensure that: 57 For more information about the OCS, see "Problems with the Occupant Classification System" (Y page 58).
58 Occupant safety Problems with the Occupant Classification System (OCS) Be sure to observe the notes on "System self-test" (Y page 56). Safety Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR The classification of the person on the front-passenger seat is incorBAG OFF indicator lamp rect. lights up and remains lit, X Make sure the conditions for a correct classification of the person even though the fronton the front-passenger seat are met (Y page 54).
Occupant safety It is important for your safety and that of any passengers to have deployed air bags replaced and to have any malfunctioning air bags repaired. This will help to make sure the air bags continue to perform their protective function for the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash. G WARNING Pyrotechnic Emergency Tensioning Devices that have been deployed are no longer operational and are unable to perform their intended protective function.
Safety 60 Occupant safety air bag must be deployed on time, at the start of the collision.
Occupant safety PRE-SAFE® PLUS (anticipatory occupant protection system PLUS) Function PRE-SAFE® PLUS intervenes in certain situations if the radar sensor system detects an imminent head-on or rear-end collision. PRE-SAFE® PLUS takes the following measures depending on the hazardous situation detected: Rif the radar sensor system detects that a head-on collision is imminent, the seat belts are pre-tensioned.
62 Children in the vehicle Children in the vehicle Safety Important safety notes Accident statistics show that children secured in the rear seats are safer than children secured in the front-passenger seat. For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install a child restraint system on a rear seat. Children are generally better protected there. If a child younger than twelve years old and under 5 ft (1.
Installing a child restraint system: Make sure you observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions. X Pull the seat belt smoothly from the belt outlet. X Engage seat belt tongue in belt buckle. always resting completely on the seat cushion. Never place objects, e.g. cushions, under or behind the child restraint system. Only use child restraint systems with the original cover designed for them. Only replace damaged covers with genuine covers.
Safety 64 Children in the vehicle information on the "Occupant Classification System (OCS)" (Y page 54). There you will also find information on deactivating the frontpassenger front air bag. All child restraint systems must meet the following standards: RU.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 RCanadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210.2 Confirmation that the child restraint system corresponds to the standards can be found on an instruction label on the child restraint system.
Children in the vehicle If the rear seat backrest is not engaged and locked, this will be shown in the multifunction display in the instrument cluster. A warning tone also sounds. Top Tether anchorages Route Top Tether belt A under head restraint : between the two head restraint bars. X Hook Top Tether hook ? of Top Tether belt A into Top Tether anchorage =. Make sure that Top Tether belt A is not twisted. X Tension Top Tether belt A.
66 Children in the vehicle Safety Always observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation and operating instructions. Override feature for: Rthe Rthe rear doors (Y page 67) rear side windows (Y page 67) Forward-facing child restraint system G WARNING If it is absolutely necessary to install a forwardfacing child restraint system on the frontpassenger seat, always move the frontpassenger seat as far back as possible. Fully retract the seat cushion length.
Driving safety systems Pets in the vehicle G WARNING If you leave animals unattended or unsecured in the vehicle, they could press buttons or switches, for example. As a result, they could: Ractivate You secure each door individually with the childproof locks on the rear doors. A door secured with a child-proof lock cannot be opened from inside the vehicle. When the vehicle is unlocked, the door can be opened from the outside. X To activate: press the child-proof lock lever up in the direction of arrow :.
68 Driving safety systems Safety Important safety notes If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you are inattentive, the driving safety systems can neither reduce the risk of an accident nor override the laws of physics. Driving safety systems are merely aids designed to assist driving. You are responsible for maintaining the distance to the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed, for braking in good time, and for staying in lane.
Driving safety systems Braking Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed until the emergency braking situation is over. ABS prevents the wheels from locking. The brakes will function as usual once you release the brake pedal. BAS is deactivated. X 69 Important safety notes G WARNING BAS PLUS cannot always clearly identify objects and complex traffic situations.
70 Driving safety systems Ra vehicle is traveling in front on a different line Safety Rvehicles quickly move into the radar sensor system detection range Recognition by the camera system is also impaired in the event of: Rdirt on the camera or if the camera is covered Rglare on the camera system, e.g. from the sun being low in the sky Rdarkness Ror if: - pedestrians move quickly, e.g.
Driving safety systems Important safety notes Important safety notes In particular, the detection of obstacles can be impaired if: Rthere is dirt on the sensors or anything else covering the sensors Rthere is snow or heavy rain Rthere is interference by other radar sources Rthere are strong radar reflections, for example in parking garages Ra narrow vehicle is traveling in front, e.g.
72 Driving safety systems that are in the path of your vehicle for an extended period of time. Up to a speed of approximately 44 mph (70 km/h), the distance warning function can also react to stationary obstacles, such as stopped or parked vehicles. Safety Autonomous braking function If the driver does not react to the distance warning signal in a critical situation, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS can assist with the autonomous braking function.
Driving safety systems Adaptive Brake Assist does not react: Rto people or animals oncoming vehicles Rto crossing traffic Rwhen cornering As a result, the Adaptive Brake Assist may not intervene in all critical conditions. There is a risk of an accident. Always pay careful attention to the traffic situation and be ready to brake. Rto Due to the nature of the system, particularly complicated but non-critical driving conditions may also cause Brake Assist to intervene.
74 Driving safety systems Safety ECO start/stop function The ECO start/stop function switches the engine off automatically when the vehicle stops moving. The engine starts automatically when the driver wants to pull away again. ESP® remains in its previously selected status. Example: if ESP® was deactivated before the engine was switched off, ESP® remains deactivated when the engine is switched on again.
Driving safety systems If you deactivate ESP®, ESP® no longer stabilizes the vehicle. There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident. Only deactivate ESP® in the situations described in the following. SPORT handling mode message appears in the multifunction display. X To deactivate SPORT handling mode: briefly press button :. The M SPORT handling mode warning lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.
76 Driving safety systems Safety RPRE-SAFE® is no longer available, nor is it activated if you brake firmly and ESP® intervenes. RPRE-SAFE® Brake is no longer available, it is also not activated if you brake firmly and ESP® intervenes. RESP® still provides support when you brake firmly. ESP® trailer stabilization General information ESP® trailer stabilization is not available in Mercedes-AMG vehicles. If your vehicle/trailer combination begins to swerve, ESP® assists you in this situation.
Driving safety systems General information PRE-SAFE® Brake can help you to minimize the risk of a collision with a vehicle ahead or a pedestrian, and reduce the effects of such a collision. If PRE-SAFE® Brake has detected a risk of collision, you will be warned visually and acoustically as well as by automatic braking. i Pay attention to the important safety notes in the "Driving safety systems" section (Y page 68). PRE‑SAFE® Brake is only available in vehicles with the Driving Assistance Plus package.
Driving safety systems Safety 78 Recognition by the radar sensor system is also impaired if: Rthere is dirt on the sensors or anything else covering the sensors Rthere is interference by other radar sources Rthere are strong radar reflections, for example in parking garages Ra narrow vehicle is traveling in front, e.g.
Protection against theft This steering assistance is provided in particular if: Rboth right wheels or both left wheels are on a wet or slippery road surface when you brake. Rthe vehicle starts to skid. 79 ATA (anti-theft alarm system) Important safety notes Safety i Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion (Y page 68). No steering support is provided from STEER CONTROL, if: RESP® is deactivated is malfunctioning. Rthe lighting is faulty.
80 Protection against theft Safety i If the alarm continues for more than 30 seconds, the mbrace emergency call system automatically notifies the Customer Assistance Center. This is done either by text message or data connection. The emergency call system sends a message or establishes a data connection provided that: Ryou have subscribed to the mbrace service. Rthe mbrace service has been activated properly. Rthe necessary mobile phone network is available.
SmartKey Important safety notes G WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: Ropen the doors, thus endangering other people or road users. Rget out and disrupt traffic. Roperate the vehicle's equipment. Additionally, children could set the vehicle in motion if, for example, they: Rrelease the parking brake. the automatic transmission out of park position P RStart the engine. There is a risk of an accident and injury.
SmartKey 82 You will receive visual and acoustic locking confirmation if all components were able to be locked. When the locator lighting is activated via the multimedia system, it lights up when it is dark after the vehicle is unlocked with the SmartKey (see the Digital Operator's Manual). To open the trunk lid automatically from outside the vehicle: press and hold the F button until the trunk lid opens.
SmartKey Mechanical key General notes General notes Bear in mind that the engine can be started by any of the vehicle occupants if there is a SmartKey in the vehicle. If the vehicle can no longer be locked or unlocked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO, use the mechanical key. If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the driver's door, the anti-theft alarm system will be triggered. Switch off the alarm (Y page 79).
84 SmartKey SmartKey battery Checking the battery Opening and closing Important safety notes G WARNING Batteries contain toxic and corrosive substances. If batteries are swallowed, it can result in severe health problems. There is a risk of fatal injury. Keep batteries out of the reach of children. If a battery is swallowed, seek medical attention immediately. H Environmental note Batteries contain dangerous substances. It is against the law to dispose of them with the household rubbish.
Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your palm until battery = falls out. X Insert the new battery with the positive terminal facing upwards. Use a lint-free cloth to do so. X Make sure that the surface of the battery is free of lint, grease and other contaminants. X X 85 Opening and closing 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 (Y page 83).
86 SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Opening and closing You can no longer lock or The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle using X Check the SmartKey battery (Y page 84) and replace it if necessary the SmartKey. (Y page 84). If this does not work: X Unlock (Y page 89) or lock (Y page 89) the vehicle using the mechanical key. There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
Doors Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the Smart- X Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior Key. lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: X Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary (Y page 350). or X Jump-start the vehicle (Y page 352). or X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. The engine cannot be started using the Start/ Stop button.
Doors 88 Unlocking and opening doors from the inside Opening and closing You can open a door from inside the vehicle even if it has been locked. You can only open the rear doors from inside the vehicle if they are not secured by the child-proof locks (Y page 67). If the vehicle has been locked with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, opening a door from the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm system. Switch off the alarm (Y page 79). To unlock: press button :. To lock: press button ;.
Trunk 89 Insert the mechanical key into opening : in the protective cap. X Pull and hold the door handle. X Pull the protective cap on the mechanical key as straight as possible away from the vehicle until it releases. X Release the door handle. X To deactivate: press and hold button : for approximately five seconds until a tone sounds. X To activate: press and hold button ; for approximately five seconds until a tone sounds.
90 Trunk Opening and closing especially if the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of poisoning. Always switch off the engine before opening the trunk lid. Never drive with the trunk lid open. G WARNING If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip over or be flung around and thereby hit vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction.
Trunk trunk lid is open when the engine is running, especially if the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of poisoning. Always switch off the engine before opening the trunk lid. Never drive with the trunk lid open. Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: It is also possible to stop the closing process by performing a kicking movement under the rear bumper. Pull the trunk lid down using recess : and push it closed. X Lock the vehicle if necessary with the & button on the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO (Y page 82).
Opening and closing 92 Trunk Vehicles with trunk lid remote closing feature and KEYLESS-GO: when the driver's door is closed you can simultaneously close the trunk lid and lock the vehicle. The KEYLESS-GO key must be in the rear detection range of the vehicle. X Press locking button ; in the trunk lid. If KEYLESS-GO detects a SmartKey outside the vehicle, the trunk lid closes. The vehicle is locked. If KEYLESS-GO detects a SmartKey in the trunk, the trunk lid opens again after it is closed.
Trunk Operation 93 Opening/closing automatically from inside X To open/close: kick into sensor detection range : under the bumper with your foot. A warning tone will sound while the trunk lid is opening or closing. If the trunk lid does not open/close after several attempts: wait at least ten seconds and then using your foot kick under the bumper again. If you hold your foot under the bumper for too long, the trunk lid does not open or close. Repeat the leg movement more quickly if this occurs.
Side windows 94 Opening and closing Deactivating the function to lock the trunk separately: X Open the glove box. X Push the switch to position ;. If the vehicle is unlocked centrally, the trunk will also be unlocked. Opening and closing Trunk emergency release You can unlock the trunk lid from the inside with the emergency release button. To open: pull remote operating switch : for the trunk lid until the trunk lid opens.
Side windows G WARNING While closing the side windows, body parts in the closing area could become trapped. There is a risk of injury. When closing make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area. If somebody becomes trapped, release the switch or press the switch to open the side window again. someone becomes trapped, press the switch to open the side window again. Opening and closing the side windows The switches for all side windows are located on the driver's door.
Side windows 96 The side windows cannot be operated from the rear when the override feature for the side windows is activated (Y page 67). Information on opening and closing the roller sunblinds on the rear side windows (Y page 317). Convenience opening Opening and closing General notes If the SmartKey is in close proximity to the vehicle, the convenience opening function is available. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO start function: you can ventilate the vehicle before you start driving.
Side windows The driver's door and the door at which the handle is used, must both be closed. The SmartKey must be outside the vehicle. The gap between the SmartKey and the corresponding door handle should not be greater than 3 ft (1 m). If the side window opens again slightly: X Immediately pull the corresponding switch on the door control panel until the side window is completely closed (Y page 95). X Hold the switch for an additional second.
98 Sliding sunroof Problems with the side windows G WARNING Opening and closing If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. Make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area.
Sliding sunroof snow and ice. Otherwise, malfunctions may occur. Do not allow anything to protrude from the sliding sunroof. Otherwise, the seals could be damaged. ! The weather can change abruptly. It could start to rain or snow. Make sure that the sliding sunroof is closed when you leave the vehicle. The vehicle electronics can be damaged if water enters the vehicle interior. Resonance noises can occur in addition to the usual airflow noises when the sliding sunroof is open.
Opening and closing 100 Sliding sunroof automatic operation by pressing or pulling again. When opening and raising the roof, automatic operation is only available if the sliding sunroof is in the closed position. The sun protection cover automatically opens along with the sliding sunroof. You can open or close the sun protection cover manually when the sliding sunroof is raised or closed.
Sliding sunroof Rain-closing feature The raised panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel automatically lowers when driving if it starts to rain. The sliding sunroof is lowered depending on: Rthe road speed and Rthe intensity of the rain You can manually cancel the automatic closing procedure. Press or pull the 3 switch in any direction. To raise the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel again, press the 3 switch in direction :.
Sliding sunroof 102 Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock. X Press the 3 switch in direction :. Both roller sunblinds open, then the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel is raised. X Pull the 3 switch in direction ;. The sunblinds open. X Pull the 3 switch in direction =. The roller sunblinds close when the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel is closed.
Sliding sunroof 103 Problems with the sliding sunroof Your vehicle may be equipped with a sliding sunroof or a panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel. In the following section, the term "sliding sunroof" refers to both sliding sunroof variants. If you close the sliding sunroof again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the sliding sunroof closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.
104 Seats G WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving: should have a good overview of traffic conditions. Rthe seat belt is pulled snugly against the body and is routed across the center of your shoulder and across your hips in the pelvic area. Further related subjects: Radjust R Seats, steering wheel and mirrors Correct driver's seat position the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel or mirrors Rfasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident.
Seats G WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving: Radjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel or mirrors Rfasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident. Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt before starting the engine. G WARNING If you adjust the seat height carelessly, you or other vehicle occupants could be trapped and thereby injured.
106 Seats Adjusting the seats electrically Adjusting the head restraints Important safety notes G WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving: Seats, steering wheel and mirrors Radjust : ; = ? A B Electrically adjustable seats with memory function Head restraint height Backrest angle Seat height Seat cushion length Seat cushion angle Seat fore-and-aft adjustment i Further related subjects: RYou can store the seat settings using the memory function (Y page 116
Seats Adjusting the head restraint height manually 107 Adjusting the height of the head restraints electrically To adjust the head restraint height: slide the switch for head restraint adjustment (Y page 106) up or down in the direction of the arrow. Vehicles with AMG Performance Seat: the height of the head restraints cannot be adjusted. X To raise: pull the head restraint up to the desired position.
Seats 108 Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support Seat heating and seat ventilation Seats, steering wheel and mirrors Switching the seat heating on/off : ; = ? Raises the backrest contour Softens the backrest contour Lowers the backrest contour Hardens the backrest contour G WARNING Repeatedly switching on the seat heating can cause the seat cushion and backrest pads to become very hot.
Seats 109 Switching the seat ventilation on/off Seats, steering wheel and mirrors The three blue indicator lamps in the buttons indicate the ventilation level you have selected. X Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock (Y page 146). X To switch on: press button : repeatedly until the desired ventilation level is set. X To switch off: press button : repeatedly until all the indicator lamps go out. i If the battery voltage is too low, the seat ventilation may switch off.
110 Steering wheel Problems with the seat heating or seat ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Seat heating or seat ven- The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consumtilation has been ers are switched on. switched off prematurely X Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the or cannot be switched rear window defroster or interior lighting. on.
Steering wheel 111 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors Adjusting the steering wheel electrically : To adjust the steering wheel position (fore- and-aft adjustment) ; To adjust the steering wheel height i Further related subjects: REASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature (Y page 112) settings (Y page 116) ROperating the on-board computer (Y page 236). RStoring Steering wheel heating Switching on/off Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock (Y page 146).
112 Steering wheel Problems with the steering wheel heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The steering wheel heat- The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consuming has switched off pre- ers are switched on. maturely or cannot be X Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the switched on. rear window defroster or interior lighting.
Mirrors The steering wheel is moved to the last selected position when: Rthe driver's door is closed and you insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock Ryou close the driver's door when the ignition is switched on Ryou press the Start/Stop button once on vehicles with KEYLESS-GO i The steering wheel only returns to the last set position if the driving position is stored after the seat or steering column has been adjusted (Y page 116).
Mirrors 114 Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock (Y page 146). X Press button ; for the right-hand exterior mirror or button = for the left-hand exterior mirror. The indicator lamp lights up in the button that has been pressed. The indicator lamp goes out again after some time. You can adjust the selected mirror using adjustment button : as long as the indicator lamp is lit.
Mirrors If you come into contact with the electrolyte, observe the following: Using reverse gear RRinse The rear-view mirror and the exterior mirror on the driver's side automatically go into anti-glare mode if the following conditions are met simultaneously: Rthe ignition is switched on Rincident light from headlamps strikes the sensor in the rear-view mirror The mirrors do not go into anti-glare mode if reverse gear is engaged or if the interior lighting is switched on.
Memory function 116 If the mirror moves out of position, repeat the steps. X After successfully storing, reset the driving position of the exterior mirror. X Calling up a stored parking position setting Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock (Y page 146). X Adjust the exterior mirror on the frontpassenger side using button =. X Engage reverse gear. The exterior mirror on the front-passenger side moves to the stored parking position.
Memory function 117 Calling up a stored setting Press and hold the corresponding storage position button 1, 2 or 3 until: Rseat Rsteering wheel Rexterior mirrors Rhead-up display are in the stored position. i If you release the storage position button, the seat, steering wheel and mirror setting functions stop immediately. The adjustment of the head-up display is still carried out.
118 Exterior lighting Exterior lighting General notes If you wish to drive during the daytime without lights, switch off the daytime running lamps function in the on-board computer (Y page 250).
Exterior lighting light switch to the T position, the daytime running lamps and parking lamps switch on. If the engine is running and you turn the light switch to the L position, the manual settings take precedence over the daytime running lamps. USA only: The daytime running lamps improve the visibility of your vehicle during the day. To do this, the daytime running lamps function must be switched on using the on-board computer (Y page 250).
Exterior lighting 120 To indicate briefly: press the combination switch briefly to the pressure point in the direction of arrow ; or ?. The corresponding turn signal flashes three times. X To indicate: press the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow ; or ?. X To switch on the high-beam headlamps: turn the light switch to L or Ã. X Press the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow :.
Interior lighting Adaptive Highbeam Assist cannot take into account road, weather or traffic conditions. Adaptive Highbeam Assist is only an aid. You are responsible for adjusting the vehicle's lighting to the prevailing light, visibility and traffic conditions. In particular, the detection of obstacles can be restricted if there is: Rpoor visibility, e.g.
Replacing bulbs 122 Control panel in the grab handle (rear compartment) Replacing bulbs Important safety notes G WARNING Bulbs, lamps and connectors can get very hot when operating. If you change a bulb, you could burn yourself on these components. There is a risk of injury. Allow these components to cool down before changing a bulb. Lights and windshield wipers : Reading lamp ; p To switch the reading lamp on/off Do not use a bulb that has been dropped or if its glass tube has been scratched.
Replacing bulbs You can replace the following bulbs. The bulb type can be found in the legend.
Replacing bulbs 124 Turn bulb holder ; counter-clockwise and pull out. X Pull the bulb out of bulb holder ;. X Insert the new bulb into bulb holder ;. X Insert bulb holder ; and turn it clockwise. X Press on housing cover : and turn it to the right. X Lights and windshield wipers High-beam headlamps Remove the cover in the front wheel housing (Y page 123). X Turn housing cover : counter-clockwise and remove it. X Turn bulb holder ; counter-clockwise, unlock it and pull out.
Windshield wipers 125 if wiping takes place when the windshield is dry. If it is necessary to switch on the windshield wipers in dry weather conditions, always use washer fluid when operating the windshield wipers. ! If the windshield wipers leave smears on the Pull out the plug. Turn fender nut : 90° counter-clockwise and remove the bulb holder.
Windshield wipers 126 If the wiper blades are worn, the windshield will no longer be wiped properly. This could prevent you from observing the traffic conditions. Replacing the wiper blades Important safety notes G WARNING Lights and windshield wipers If the windshield wipers begin to move while you are changing the wiper blades, you could be trapped by the wiper arm. There is a risk of injury. Always switch off the windshield wipers and ignition before changing the wiper blades.
Windshield wipers Installing the wiper blades i The duration of the color change varies depending on the terms of use. Insert the new wiper blade into the wiper arm in the direction of arrow :. Lights and windshield wipers X 127 Slide catch ; in the direction of arrow = until it engages in the locking position with a noticeable click. X Make sure that the wiper blade is seated correctly. X Fold the wiper arm back onto the windshield.
128 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The windshield wipers are jammed. Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. X For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. or X Switch off the engine using the Start/Stop button and open the driver's door. X Remove the cause of the obstruction. X Switch the windshield wipers back on.
Overview of climate control systems 129 Overview of climate control systems Observe the settings recommended on the following pages. The windows could otherwise fog up. To prevent the windows from fogging up: Rswitch off climate control only briefly Rswitch on air-recirculation mode only briefly Rswitch on the cooling with air dehumidification function Rswitch on the defrost windshield function briefly, if required Climate control regulates the temperature and air humidity in the vehicle interior.
130 Overview of climate control systems Climate control Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control Example : Sets the temperature, left (Y page 134) ; Sets the air distribution (Y page 134) = Sets the airflow (Y page 135) Switches off climate control (Y page 132) ? Sets climate control to automatic (Y page 133) A Defrosts the windshield (Y page 135) B Calls up the climate control menu of the multimedia system (Y page 302) PLUG-IN HYBRID: switch ! residual heat on/off (Y page 137) C Switch
Overview of climate control systems 131 Climate control Control panel for 3-zone automatic climate control Example Front control panel : Sets the temperature, left (Y page 134) ; Sets the air distribution, left (Y page 134) = Sets the airflow (Y page 135) Switches off climate control (Y page 132) ? Sets climate control to automatic (Y page 133) A Defrosts the windshield (Y page 135) B Calls up the climate control menu of the multimedia system (Y page 302) Switches the residual heat on or off (Y pag
132 Operating the climate control systems Notes on using automatic climate control Climate control Optimum use of the automatic climate control The following contains notes and recommendations on optimum use of the dual-zone or 3-zone automatic climate control. RActivate climate control using the à rocker switch. The indicator lamp above the à rocker switch lights up. The "Cooling with air dehumidification" function is not activated automatically in automatic mode.
Operating the climate control systems 133 Switching cooling with air dehumidification on/off If you deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehumidification" function, the air inside the vehicle will not be cooled. The air inside the vehicle will also not be dehumidified. The windows can fog up more quickly. Therefore, deactivate the cooling with air-dehumidification function only briefly.
Operating the climate control systems 134 Climate control above the à rocker switch goes out. The function which has not been changed manually, however, continues to be controlled automatically. When the manually set function switches back to automatic mode, the indicator lamp above the à rocker switch lights up again. Adjusting the climate mode settings This function is only available with dual-zone automatic climate control on vehicles for Canada.
Operating the climate control systems Adjusting the front-compartment airflow Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock (Y page 146). X To increase or reduce: press the H rocker switch up or down. X Setting the rear compartment airflow using the rear control panel It is only possible to set the airflow using the rear control panel on vehicles with 3-zone automatic climate control. You can set the airflow separately for the front and rear compartment.
Operating the climate control systems 136 Defrosting the windows Windows fogged up on the inside X Activate the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function with the ¿ rocker switch. Switch on automatic mode using the à rocker switch. X If the windows continue to fog up, activate the "Windshield defrosting" function using the ¬ rocker switch. i You should only select this setting until the windshield is clear again. Climate control X Windows fogged up on the outside Activate the windshield wipers.
Operating the climate control systems 137 Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear window defroster has deactivated prematurely or cannot be activated. X The battery has not been sufficiently charged. Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading lamps, interior lighting or the seat heating. When the battery is sufficiently charged, the rear window defroster can be activated again.
Operating the climate control systems 138 To switch off: press the ! rocker switch up or down. The indicator lamp above the ! rocker switch goes out. Residual heat is deactivated automatically: Rafter approximately 30 minutes Rwhen the ignition is switched on Rif the battery voltage drops Climate control X Perfume atomizer Operating the perfume atomizer G WARNING If children open the vial, they could drink the perfume or it could come into contact with their eyes. There is a risk of injury.
Operating the climate control systems 139 To refill the perfume vial: unscrew the lid of the empty perfume vial to refill it yourself. X Refill the vial with a maximum of 0.5 fl. oz. (15 ml) of the desired liquid perfume. X Screw the lid back on to the vial. X ! Only refill the vial when you are outside the Climate control vehicle. Otherwise, liquid perfume could drip into the interior and contaminate it. Always refill the empty refillable vial with the same perfume.
140 Operating the climate control systems Problems with the perfume atomizer Climate control Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The vehicle interior is not The perfume vial has not been pushed into the holder as far as it will perfumed although the go. perfume atomizer is acti- X Slide the perfume vial into the holder as far as it will go. vated. The perfume vial is not filled sufficiently. X Pre-filled vials: dispose of the empty vial. X Use a new pre-filled vial.
Operating the climate control systems 141 Pre-entry climate control via SmartKey The "Pre-entry climate control via SmartKey" function is only available in PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles. Before getting in, the driver's seat area or the whole interior can be briefly warmed or ventilated in advance with the air from the air vents being pre-cooled. The high-voltage battery must be sufficiently charged before "Pre-entry climate control via SmartKey" can be activated.
142 Operating the climate control systems Problems with "Pre-entry climate control via SmartKey" Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions "Pre-entry climate control via SmartKey" cannot be switched on or has switched itself off. The condition of charge of the high-voltage battery is under the specified minimum condition of charge. X Start the engine when the vehicle is at a standstill. The engine powers the electric motor. The electric motor operates as a generator.
Air vents Setting the departure time You can set the departure time using the onboard computer or via the online access to the vehicle. The activation of the "Pre-entry climate control at departure time" function can be linked to this departure time. Your vehicle will then be cooled or heated until the desired temperature is reached in time for the set departure time. "Pre-entry climate control at departure time" will be activated a maximum of 55 minutes before departure.
Air vents 144 Climate control Setting the air vents Example : Side window defroster vent ; Side air vent, left = Control for left side air vent To open or close: turn thumbwheel = to the left or right as far as it will go. X To adjust the air direction: hold side air vent ; by thumbwheel = and move it up or down or to the left or right.
Driving Important safety notes The sensor system of some driving and driving safety systems adjusts automatically while a certain distance is being driven after the vehicle has been delivered or after repairs. Full system effectiveness is not reached until the end of this teach-in procedure. New and replaced brake pads and discs only reach their optimum braking effect after several hundred kilometers of driving. Compensate for this by applying greater force to the brake pedal.
Driving and parking 146 Driving G WARNING If you switch off the ignition while driving, safety-relevant functions are only available with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect. You will require considerably more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk of an accident. Do not switch off the ignition while driving.
To start the vehicle without actively using the SmartKey: Rthe Start/Stop button must be inserted in the ignition lock. Rthe SmartKey must be in the vehicle. Rthe vehicle must not be locked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO (Y page 82). Do not keep the SmartKey: Rwith electronic devices, e.g. a mobile phone or another SmartKey. Rwith metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal foil. Rinside metallic objects, e.g. a metal case. This can affect the functionality of the SmartKey.
148 Driving Starting the engine Important safety notes Driving and parking G WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: Ropen the doors, thus endangering other people or road users. Rget out and disrupt traffic. Roperate the vehicle's equipment. Additionally, children could set the vehicle in motion if, for example, they: Rrelease the parking brake. Rshifting the automatic transmission out of park position P RStart the engine. There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Driving Starting procedure via smartphone Observe the important safety notes on starting the engine (Y page 148). You can also start your engine via your smartphone from outside the vehicle. In this case, the previously selected climate control setting is activated. In this way you can cool or heat the interior of the vehicle before starting the journey. Only start the engine via your smartphone if it is safe to start and run the engine where your vehicle is parked.
150 Driving Driving and parking Hill start assist Hill start assist helps you when pulling away forwards or in reverse on an uphill gradient. It holds the vehicle for a short time after you have removed your foot from the brake pedal. This gives you enough time to move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal and to depress it before the vehicle begins to roll. G WARNING After a short time, hill start assist will no longer brake your vehicle and it could roll away.
Driving Deactivating or activating the ECO start/stop function All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Driving and parking The HOLD function can also be activated if the engine has been switched off automatically. It is then not necessary to continue applying the brakes during the automatic stop phase. When you depress the accelerator pedal, the engine starts automatically and the braking effect of the HOLD function is deactivated.
Driving and parking 152 Driving not be switched off automatically when the vehicle stops. The ECO start/stop function is deactivated, if: Ryou switch to drive program RACE (S‑MODEL), S+ or S (Y page 154) Ryou permanently activate manual gearshifting (Y page 161) If you have permanently activated manual gearshifting and then press ECO button :, the ECO start/stop function is activated.
Driving 153 Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not start. The starter motor can be heard. RThere is a malfunction in the engine electronics. is a malfunction in the fuel supply. Before attempting to start the engine again: X Turn the SmartKey back to position 0 in the ignition lock. or X Press the Start/Stop button repeatedly until all indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out. X Try to start the engine again (Y page 148).
DYNAMIC SELECT switch 154 DYNAMIC SELECT switch Driving and parking All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehicles and PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles) Use the DYNAMIC SELECT switch to change the drive program.
Automatic transmission Rthe suspension Rthe position of the exhaust flap Rthe steering Rthe availability of the ECO start/stop function Rthe driver assistance systems Rthe availability of gliding mode Further information for automatic drive program characteristics (Y page 159). Additionally, in drive program I you can configure the respective vehicle characteristics using the multimedia system. You can find information about this in the Digital Operator's Manual.
156 Automatic transmission After switching off the engine, always switch to parking position P. Prevent the parked vehicle from rolling away by applying the parking brake. Driving and parking Observe the important safety notes for PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles (Y page 44).
Automatic transmission If the transmission is in position D or R: push the DIRECT SELECT lever up or down to the first point of resistance. X If the transmission is in position P: depress the brake pedal and push the DIRECT SELECT lever up or down to the first point of resistance. If you switch the engine off with the transmission in position R or D, the automatic transmission shifts to N automatically.
158 Automatic transmission Transmission positions Driving and parking B C Park position This prevents the vehicle from rolling away when stopped. Only shift the transmission into position P when the vehicle is stationary (Y page 156). The parking lock should not be used as a brake when parking. Always apply the electronic parking brake in addition to the parking lock in order to secure the vehicle.
reduces load change reactions and is conducive to a sporty driving style. The sound generated by the double-clutch function depends on the drive program selected. Kickdown Use kickdown for maximum acceleration. X Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point. The automatic transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed. X Ease off the accelerator pedal once the desired speed is reached. The automatic transmission shifts back up.
Driving and parking 160 Automatic transmission Drive program S+ (Sport Plus) Drive program E (Economy) Drive program S+ is characterized by the following: Drive program E is characterized by the following: Rthe vehicle exhibits particularly sporty driving Rthe characteristics. Rthe vehicle pulling away in first gear. Rthe automatic transmission shifting up later. the fuel consumption possibly being higher as a result of the later automatic transmission shift points.
Automatic transmission suspension exhibits particularly stiff springing and damping settings (vehicles with AIRMATIC). Rgliding mode is not available. Rthe ECO start/stop function is not available. The vehicle is driven in the low engine speed range and the wheels are less likely to spin. Rgliding mode is available. Rthe ECO start/stop function is available.
Automatic transmission 162 Temporary setting To activate: shift the DIRECT SELECT lever to position D. X Press button :. Indicator lamp ; lights up. X X or Driving and parking X To activate: shift the DIRECT SELECT lever to position D. X Pull steering wheel paddle shifter : or ;. X If position D (automatic transmission) is selected for the transmission in drive program I: shift to drive program I with the DYNAMIC SELECT switch. Indicator lamp ; goes out.
Automatic transmission Shift recommendation The gearshift recommendations assist you in adopting an economical driving style. The recommended gear is shown in the multifunction display. X Shift to recommended gear ; according to gearshift recommendation : when shown in the multifunction display of the instrument cluster. Kickdown For maximum acceleration, depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point. The automatic transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed.
164 Refueling Driving and parking Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission has problems shifting gear. The transmission is losing oil. X Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating. It is only possible to shift into second gear and reverse gear. The transmission no lon- X Stop the vehicle. ger changes gear.
Refueling RWash away fuel from skin immediately using soap and water. RIf fuel comes into contact with your eyes, immediately rinse them thoroughly with clean water. Seek medical assistance without delay. RIf fuel is swallowed, seek medical assistance without delay. Do not induce vomiting. RImmediately change out of clothing which has come into contact with fuel. G WARNING Electrostatic buildup can create sparks and ignite fuel vapors. There is a risk of fire and explosion.
Refueling 166 = Tire pressure table ? Instruction label for fuel type to be refueled i From a speed of 2 km/h, the fuel filler cap Press the fuel filler flap in the direction of arrow :. The fuel filler flap swings up. X Turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise and remove it. X Insert the fuel filler cap into the holder on the inside of the fuel filler flap. X Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel pump nozzle into the tank, hook in place and refuel.
Refueling 167 Driving and parking In addition, the ; Check Engine warning lamp may light up (Y page 293). For further information on warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster, see (Y page 293).
168 Charging the high-voltage battery (PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles) Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Driving and parking Fuel is leaking from the vehicle. Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions G WARNING The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. Risk of explosion or fire. X Apply the electric parking brake. X Switch off the engine. X Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. or, in vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start-function or KEYLESS‑GO X Open the driver's door.
Charging the high-voltage battery (PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles) ROnly connect the charging cable to mains sockets that: - are installed correctly and - have been approved by an electrical specialist. RFor safety reasons, only use the charging cables supplied with the vehicle, or charging cables which have been approved for use with this vehicle. RNever use a damaged charging cable.
170 Charging the high-voltage battery (PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles) Driving and parking The high-voltage battery can be charged in a nominal voltage range from 100 V to 240 V. You can view the condition of charge of the highvoltage battery in the multifunction display. You can find information in "PLUG-IN HYBRID operation", section "Menus and submenus" under "Energy flow display" (Y page 227).
Charging the high-voltage battery (PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles) General information about the charging procedure Information on charging at a charging station (Y page 174). Stowing the charging cable The charging cable can be stowed in the bag supplied in the trunk/cargo compartment of the vehicle and held in place with the Velcro fastener. Driving and parking on again, the charging process resumes automatically.
172 Charging the high-voltage battery (PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles) i The value of the maximum setting and the Driving and parking Display ; Lights up green There are no malfunctions. The high-voltage battery can be charged. Lights up red An impermissible current is being supplied to the control unit. The high-voltage battery cannot be charged. i For information on problems relating to the charging process, see (Y page 175).
Charging the high-voltage battery (PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles) Press fastener ; to the left. Socket cap = is open. X Insert the power supply plug into the electrical outlet to the stop. X Insert the charging cable connector into vehicle socket ? to the stop. Indicator lamp A first flashes orange and then green. The high-voltage battery is being charged. Lights up orange A charging break for the highvoltage battery is taking place. The indicator lamp goes out after approximately 90 seconds.
Charging the high-voltage battery (PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles) 174 Connecting the charging cable X X X Driving and parking X Unlock the vehicle. Press and hold button B on the charging cable connector and remove the charging cable connector from the vehicle socket. Close socket cap =. Close charge socket flap :. Charging the high-voltage battery at the charging station Before beginning the charging process at a charging station without communication capabilities, you must first activate the station, e.
Charging the high-voltage battery (PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles) 175 Problems with the charging process Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The charge socket flap cannot be opened. X The charge socket flap is not unlocked. Unlock the vehicle (Y page 81). X or X Unlock the driver's door using the mechanical key (Y page 83). Unlock the vehicle centrally from the inside (Y page 88). The charge socket flap is unlocked, but the opening mechanism is jammed.
176 Charging the high-voltage battery (PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles) Online access to the vehicle General information Driving and parking G WARNING If you operate information systems and communication equipment integrated in the vehicle while driving, you will be distracted from traffic conditions. You could also lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. Only operate the equipment when the traffic situation permits.
Parking Important safety notes G WARNING Flammable material such as leaves, grass or twigs may ignite if they come into contact with hot parts of the exhaust system or exhaust gas flow. There is a risk of fire. Park the vehicle so that no flammable materials come into contact with parts of the vehicle which are hot. Take particular care not to park on dry grassland or harvested grain fields.
Parking 178 Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed. X Shift to neutral N. X Release the brake pedal. X Release the electric parking brake. X Switch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey in the ignition lock. The engine can be switched off in an emergency while the vehicle is in motion by pressing and holding the Start/Stop button for three seconds. This function operates independently of the ECO start/stop automatic engine switch-off function.
Driving tips Releasing automatically Your vehicle's electric parking brake is automatically released if all of the following conditions are met: Rthe engine is running. Rthe transmission is in position D or R. Rthe seat belt has been fastened. Ryou depress the accelerator pedal. If the transmission is in position R, the trunk lid must be closed. If your seat belt is not fastened, the following conditions must be fulfilled to automatically release the electric parking brake: Rthe driver's door is closed.
180 Driving tips for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect. You will require considerably more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk of an accident. Do not switch off the ignition while driving. Driving and parking G WARNING If you operate mobile communication equipment while driving, you will be distracted from traffic conditions. You could also lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. Only operate this equipment when the vehicle is stationary.
Driving tips for the selected settings and prevailing conditions. Your driving style can significantly influence the vehicle's consumption. 181 The ECO display consists of three sections, with an inner and outer area.
Driving and parking 182 Driving tips In addition to driving style, the actual consumption is affected by other factors, such as: Rload Rtire pressure Rcold start Rchoice of route Relectrical consumers switched on These factors are not included in the ECO display. An economical driving style specially requires driving at moderate engine speeds. Achieving a higher value in the categories "Acceleration" and "Constant": Robserve the gearshift recommendations. Rdrive in drive program E.
RIn order to prevent any salt build-up, apply the brakes occasionally while paying attention to the traffic conditions. RCarefully depress the brake pedal and the beginning and end of a journey. RMaintain a greater distance to the vehicle ahead. Servicing the brakes ! The brake fluid level may be too low, if: Rif the red brake warning lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and Ryou hear a warning tone while the engine is running Observe additional warning messages in the multifunction display.
Driving and parking 184 Driving tips aggressive driving style will lead to high wear. You can obtain more information on this from a qualified specialist workshop. New and replaced brake pads and discs only reach their optimum braking effect after several hundred kilometers of driving. Compensate for this by applying greater force to the brake pedal. Keep this in mind, and adapt your driving and braking accordingly during this break-in period.
For more information on driving with snow chains, see (Y page 363). For more information on driving with summer tires, see (Y page 362). Observe the notes in the "Winter operation" section (Y page 362). Driving systems Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive stands for innovative driver assistance and safety systems which enhance comfort and support the driver in critical situations.
Driving systems 186 Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed. Briefly press the cruise control lever up : or down ;. X Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Cruise control is activated. The vehicle automatically maintains the stored speed. X X Driving and parking i Cruise control may be unable to maintain the stored speed on uphill gradients. The stored speed is resumed when the gradient evens out.
Driving systems i USA only: This device has been approved by the FCC as a "Vehicular Radar System". The radar sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any nonapproved way. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Driving and parking 188 Driving systems If you fail to adapt your driving style, DISTRONIC PLUS can neither reduce the risk of accident nor override the laws of physics. DISTRONIC PLUS cannot take into account the road, traffic and weather conditions. DISTRONIC PLUS is only an aid. You are responsible for the distance to the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed, for braking in good time and for staying in your lane.
front will then not be maintained. You will be driving at the speed you determine by the position of the accelerator pedal. You can also activate DISTRONIC PLUS when stationary. The lowest speed that can be set is 20 mph (30 km/h). X Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you ?, up : or down ;. DISTRONIC PLUS is selected. If there is no vehicle in front, DISTRONIC PLUS operates in the same way as cruise control.
Driving systems 190 Driving and parking Rthe electrical system in the engine compartment, the battery or the fuses have been tampered with. Rthe battery is disconnected. Rthe accelerator pedal has been depressed, e.g. by a vehicle occupant. There is a risk of an accident. If you wish to exit the vehicle, always turn off DISTRONIC PLUS and secure the vehicle against rolling away. For further information on deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS (Y page 191).
Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS displays in the instrument cluster 191 Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is activated : DISTRONIC PLUS active (text only appears when the cruise control lever is actuated) If DISTRONIC PLUS detects a vehicle in front, segments between the speed of the vehicle in front : and stored speed ; light up. Vehicles with the Driving Assistance Plus package: the segments likewise light up if a vehicle in front is detected in the fast lane.
192 Driving systems multifunction display for approximately five seconds. i The last speed stored remains stored until you switch off the engine. Driving and parking i DISTRONIC PLUS is not deactivated if you depress the accelerator pedal.
Driving systems The system is switched to passive and no longer assists you by performing steering interventions if: Ryou actively change lane Ryou switch on the turn signal Rtake your hands off the steering wheel or do not steer for a prolonged period of time i Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are acti- vated again automatically after a lane change is completed.
Driving systems 194 the multifunction display. Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are activated. Information in the multifunction display Important safety notes G WARNING When leaving the vehicle, it can still roll away despite being braked by the HOLD function if: Driving and parking Rthere If Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are activated but is not ready for a steering intervention, steering wheel symbol : appears in gray.
Driving systems The electric parking brake secures the vehicle automatically if the HOLD function is activated when the vehicle is stationary and: Ra system malfunction occurs. Rthe power supply is not sufficient. If a malfunction occurs, then the transmission may be shifted into position P automatically. RACE START Important safety notes Make sure that the activation conditions are met. X Depress the brake pedal. X Quickly depress the brake pedal further until : appears in the multifunction display.
196 Driving systems Rthe vehicle is stationary and the brake pedal is depressed (left foot). Rthe transmission is in position D. Activating RACE START Driving and parking i When manual mode (Y page 161) is active, the transmission automatically shifts up to RACE START in the drive program. This function supports maximum acceleration with RACE START. After going through an accelerating process once from a stationary position, this function is automatically deactivated.
Driving systems i If one of the doors is open, the vehicle is not Suspension settings Vehicle level The Adaptive Damping System automatically controls the calibration of the dampers. The damping is tuned individually to each wheel and depends on: Ryour driving style, e.g. sporty Rthe road surface condition, e.g. bumps Ryour individual selection, i.e. sports or comfort Your selection remains stored even if you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
Driving and parking 198 Driving systems The damping is tuned individually to each wheel and depends on: Ryour driving style, e.g. sporty Rthe road surface condition, e.g. bumps Ryour individual selection of Sport, Sport + or Comfort The suspension setting is adjusted using the corresponding button in the center console. Sport + mode The very firm setting of the suspension setting in Sport + mode ensures the best possible contact with the road. Select this mode only when driving on race circuits.
Driving systems This may damage the transfer case. Damage of this sort is not covered by the MercedesBenz Limited Warranty. All wheels must remain either on the ground or be fully raised. Observe the instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels in full contact with the ground. i In wintry driving conditions, the maximum effect of 4MATIC can only be achieved if you use winter tires (M+S tires), with snow chains if necessary. PARKTRONIC is deactivated at speeds above 11 mph (18 km/h).
200 Driving systems Driving and parking The sensors must be free from dirt, ice or slush. They can otherwise not function correctly. Clean the sensors regularly, taking care not to scratch or damage them (Y page 339). Front sensors Center Approx. 40 in (approx. 100 cm) Corners Approx. 24 in (approx. 60 cm) area is located on the headliner in the rear compartment. The warning display for each side of the vehicle is divided into five yellow and two red segments.
Driving systems 201 d e : ; Driving and parking Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC Switch on the dashboard Switch in the center console Deactivates/activates PARKTRONIC Indicator lamp If indicator lamp ; lights up, PARKTRONIC is deactivated. Active Parking Assist is then also deactivated. i PARKTRONIC is automatically activated when you turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.
202 Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Driving and parking Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments in PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. the PARKTRONIC warn- X If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified speing displays are lit. You cialist workshop. also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds. PARKTRONIC is then deactivated and the indicator lamp on the PARKTRONIC button lights up.
RPay attention to the PARKTRONIC (Y page 200) warning messages during the parking procedure. can intervene in the steering procedure to correct it at any time. Active Parking Assist will then be canceled. RWhen transporting a load which protrudes from your vehicle, you should not use Active Parking Assist. RNever use Active Parking Assist when snow chains are installed. RMake sure that the tire pressures are always correct. This has a direct influence on the parking characteristics of the vehicle.
204 Driving systems Rthat are parallel to the direction of travel and at least 39.5 in (1.0 m) longer than your vehicle Rthat are at right angles to the direction of travel and at least 39.5 in (1.0 m) wider than your vehicle Driving and parking i Note that Active Parking Assist cannot measure the size of a parking space if it is at right angles to the direction of travel. You will need to judge whether your vehicle will fit into the parking space.
Driving systems Exiting a parking space In order that Active Parking Assist can support you when you exit the parking space: Rthe border of the parking space must be high enough at the front and the rear. A curb is too small, for example. Rthe border of the parking space must not be too wide, as the position of the vehicle must not exceed an angle of 45° to the starting position as it is maneuvering into the parking space. Ra maneuvering distance of at least 3.3 ft (1.0 m) must be available.
Driving systems 206 PARKTRONIC is still available. You can take over the steering, before the vehicle has exited the parking space completely. This is useful, for example when you recognize that it is already possible to pull out of the parking space. Rear view camera General notes Driving and parking Canceling Active Parking Assist X or Stop the movement of the multifunction steering wheel or steer yourself. Active Parking Assist will be canceled at once.
Driving systems the camera lens is dirty or obstructed Observe the notes on cleaning (Y page 339) Rif the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In this event, have the camera position and setting checked at a qualified specialist workshop The field of vision and other functions of the rear view camera may be restricted due to additional accessories on the rear of the vehicle (e.g. license plate holder, bicycle rack).
208 Driving systems C Bumper D Red guide line at a distance of approximately Driving and parking 12 in (0.30 m) from the rear of the vehicle The guide lines are shown when the transmission is in position R. The distance specifications only apply to objects that are at ground level.
Driving systems 209 : White guide line at current steering wheel angle : Parking space marking ; Yellow guide line for the vehicle width including the exterior mirrors, for current steering wheel angle (dynamic) X Drive past the parking space and bring the vehicle to a standstill. X Make sure that the rear view camera is switched on (Y page 207). The lane and the guide lines are shown.
210 Driving systems Driving and parking "Wide-angle" function : Symbol for the wide-angle view function ; Own vehicle = PARKTRONIC warning displays You can also use the rear view camera to select a wide-angle view. When PARKTRONIC is operational (Y page 200), a symbol for your own vehicle appears in the display of the multimedia system. If the PARKTRONIC warning displays are active, warning displays = light up in the multimedia system display in yellow or red respectively.
Driving systems Activation conditions The 360° camera image can be displayed if: Rthe multimedia system is switched on Rthe 360° Camera function is switched on i If you are driving faster than at a moderate speed and you turn on the 360° camera, a warning message appears. The warning message disappears if: Ryou are again driving at a moderate speed The 360° camera is then activated. Rthe message is confirmed with the % button.
Driving systems 212 Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock. X Make sure that the Activation by R gear function is selected in the multimedia system (see the Digital Operator's Manual). X To show the 360° camera image: engage reverse gear. The multimedia system shows the area behind the vehicle in split-screen mode. You see the top view of the vehicle and the image from the rear view camera.
Driving systems The distance specifications only apply to objects that are at ground level. i This setting can also be selected as an Top view with picture from the front camera Top view with image from the side cameras : Symbol for the split screen setting with top : Symbol for the top view and forward-facing ; ; Yellow guide line for the vehicle width = ? A B enlarged front view.
214 Driving systems i If you select the % symbol in the display and confirm with the controller, the splitscreen view appears. Exiting 360° camera display mode Driving and parking The 360° camera display is stopped Rwhen you select transmission position P, or you are driving at moderate speeds The view which was active before the 360° camera was displayed appears in the Audio 20 or COMAND display.
Selection Standard: the sensitivity with which the system determines the attention level is set to normal. Selection Sensitive: the sensitivity is set higher. The attention level detected by Attention Assist is adapted accordingly and the driver is warned earlier. When ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated, the é symbol appears in the multifunction display in the assistance graphic display. When ATTENTION ASSIST has been deactivated, it is automatically reactivated after the engine has been stopped.
Driving systems 216 Instrument cluster display Displaying the assistance graphic General notes Call up the assistance graphics display function using the on-board computer (Y page 246). X Select the Traffic Sign Assist display. Detected traffic signs are displayed in the instrument cluster. Blind Spot Assist monitors the areas on either side of the vehicle that are not visible to the driver with two lateral, rear-facing radar sensors.
Driving systems Monitoring area In particular, the detection of obstacles can be impaired if: Rthere is dirt on the sensors or anything else covering the sensors Rthere is poor visibility, e.g. due to fog, heavy rain, snow or spray Rthere are narrow vehicles, e.g. motorcycles or bicycles Rthe road has very wide lanes Rthe road has narrow lanes Ryou are not driving in the middle of the lane Rthere are barriers or similar lane borders Vehicles in the monitoring range are then not indicated.
Driving systems 218 Switching on Blind Spot Assist Make sure that Blind Spot Assist (Y page 248) is activated in the on-board computer. X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock. Warning lamps : in the exterior mirrors light up red until the engine is started. Driving and parking X Display in the assistance graphic This function is available in the range between 40 mph and 120 mph (60 km/h and 200 km/h). A warning may be given if a front wheel passes over a lane marking.
Driving systems for a lane, e.g. in areas with road construction work Rthe lane markings are worn away, dark or covered up, e.g. by dirt or snow Rthe distance to the vehicle in front is too small and the lane markings thus cannot be detected Rthe lane markings change quickly, e.g. lanes branch off, cross one another or merge Rthe road is narrow and winding Rthere are strong shadows cast on the road Activating/deactivating Lane Keeping Assist To activate: press button ;. Indicator lamp : lights up.
Driving and parking 220 Driving systems you then switch on the corresponding turn signal to change lane, you will also receive an optical and audible warning. If a risk of lateral collision is detected, corrective braking may help you avoid a collision. Before a course-correcting brake application, Active Blind Spot Assist evaluates the space in the direction of travel and at the sides of the vehicle. For this, Active Blind Spot Assist uses the forward-facing radar sensors.
Driving systems Warning display If you select the reverse gear, Active Blind Spot Assist is not operational. The brightness of the warning lamps is automatically adapted to the brightness of the surroundings. When Active Blind Spot Assist is activated, gray radar waves propagating backwards appear next to the vehicle in the assistance display in the multifunction display. Above a speed of 20 mph (30 km/h), the color of the radar waves in the assistance display changes to green ;.
Driving systems Driving and parking 222 If a course-correcting brake application occurs, red warning lamp : flashes in the exterior mirror and a dual warning tone sounds. In addition, display ; underlining the danger of a side collision appears in the multifunction display. In very rare cases, the system may make an inappropriate brake application. A course-correcting brake application may be interrupted at any time if you steer slightly in the opposite direction or accelerate.
Always pay particular attention to the traffic situation and keep within the lane, especially if Active Lane Keeping Assist alerts you. Terminate the intervention in a non-critical driving situation. The system may be impaired or may not function if: Rthere is poor visibility, e.g. due to insufficient illumination of the road, or due to snow, rain, fog or spray Rthere is glare, e.g. from oncoming traffic, the sun or reflections (e.g.
PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation 224 Driving and parking Ryou have adopted a sporty driving style with high cornering speeds or high rates of acceleration. RESP® is switched off. Rthe transmission is not in position D. Ra loss of tire pressure or a defective tire has been detected and displayed. Ran obstacle in the lane in which you are driving has been detected. Active Lane Keeping Assist may not detect other road users or traffic situations.
drive system automatically selects the most efficient operating mode for every driving situation. Drive the vehicle in the usual manner. To save fuel in HYBRID mode, the hybrid drive system switches off the combustion engine as often as possible during the journey when power output requirements are low. When power output requirements are low, the electric motor powers the vehicle. When power output requirements are high, the combustion engine is automatically switched on.
PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation Driving and parking 226 control the electric operation usage so that you only drive in electric mode. Driving with the combustion engine: the electric motor supports the combustion engine by providing additional torque (boost mode) until the display reaches limit ;. You can also select the operating mode of the hybrid drive system (Y page 226). RArea = to ? (CHARGE): This shows the recuperated energy which is stored in the high-voltage battery as electrical energy.
PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation CHARGE RElectric mode or driving with the internal combustion engine is possible RAutomatic selection of drive mode with electric mode as often as possible RThe current condition of charge of the high-voltage battery is maintained so the electrical energy can be used at a later time RElectric drive is not possible RCharging the high-voltage battery while driving using the combustion engine In automatic drive program S (Y page 229) and during manual gearshifting (Y page 229), on
228 PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation The active hybrid components are highlighted. The energy flow is indicated by arrows. The arrows have a different color depending on the operating state. Driving and parking Displaying the total range and electrical range To reset the values: the values are reset along with the From Start trip computer (Y page 240). X To select Consumption: turn and press the controller.
PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation X Driving DYNAMIC SELECT switch available fuel grade. In this case, the ECO start/stop function is not available in any drive program, regardless of the display in the multimedia system display.
230 PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation Driving and parking Activating when driving with the electric motor: X Pull the left or right steering wheel paddle shifter (Y page 161). The combustion engine is switched on. Manual gearshifting is activated temporarily. The selected gear and M appear in the multifunction display. Activating when driving with the combustion engine: X Pull the left or right steering wheel paddle shifter (Y page 161). Manual gearshifting is activated temporarily.
PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation There are three possible operating modes when the hybrid vehicle is decelerating: Renergy recovery takes place even when the vehicle is decelerating purely in overrun mode (Y page 225).
232 PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation Driving and parking Automatic engine start The automatically switched-off internal combustion engine starts automatically in certain situations, if: Rthe power demand from the driver via the accelerator pedal is greater than the electric motor alone can provide Rthe driver switches to drive program S or M Rthe condition of charge of the high-voltage battery has reached the lower limit Rthe settings of the automatic climate control require it, e.g.
PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation 233 Problems with PLUG-IN HYBRID operation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You cannot start the internal combustion engine. The multifunction display shows no display messages. The READY indicator in the multifunction display is off. For example, self-diagnosis is not yet complete or the hybrid drive system is malfunctioning. X Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. X Try to start the internal combustion engine again.
234 PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation Driving and parking Hybrid drive system Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The hybrid drive system has been switched off automatically. You have been in an accident. The hybrid drive system remains switched off if: Rthe internal combustion engine cannot be restarted after a few seconds. Rthe red 6 restraint system warning lamp in the instrument cluster is lit. X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Displays and operation G WARNING If you operate information systems and communication equipment integrated in the vehicle while driving, you will be distracted from traffic conditions. You could also lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. Only operate the equipment when the traffic situation permits. If you are not sure that this is possible, park the vehicle paying attention to traffic conditions and operate the equipment when the vehicle is stationary.
236 Displays and operation On-board computer and displays The segments between the speed of the vehicle in front and the stored speed light up. Tachometer ! Do not drive in the overrevving range, as this could damage the engine. The red band in the tachometer indicates the engine's overrevving range. The fuel supply is interrupted to protect the engine when the red band is reached. PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: the multifunction display shows the coolant temperature in the Coolant submenu (Y page 246).
9 : Press and hold: 8 RMute RScrolls ó RVehicles quickly through all lists the Radio or Media menu: selects a station, audio track or video scene using rapid scrolling RIn the Telephone menu: starts rapid scrolling if the phone book is open RIn a RIn all menus: confirms the selected entry in the list the Radio or Media menu: opens the list of available radio sources or media RIn the Telephone menu: switches to the phone book and starts dialing the selected number RIn ñ with Audio 20: Switches
238 Displays and operation Possible displays in the multifunction display: On-board computer and displays RZ Gearshift recommendation, when shifting manually (Y page 161) Rj Active Parking Assist (Y page 202) RCRUISE Cruise control (Y page 185) RPLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: READY PLUG-IN HYBRID operation activated (see the Digital Operator's Manual) RPLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: HYBRID operating mode, additional operating mode displays (see the Digital Operator's Manual) RPLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: è electric ran
Menus and submenus Menus and submenus Menu overview Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list. Operating the on-board computer (Y page 236).
240 Menus and submenus On-board computer and displays Displaying the range and current fuel consumption Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel. X Press the : or 9 button to select ECO display. If the ignition remains switched off for longer than four hours, the ECO display will be automatically reset. For more information on the ECO display, see (Y page 180). X Trip computer "From Start" or "From Reset" Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the menu only displays approximate range :.
Menus and submenus Digital speedometer Press ò on the steering wheel to open the menu list. X Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Trip menu. X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel. X Press the : or 9 button to select the digital speedometer. X Switch on the multimedia system (see separate operating instructions). X Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list. X Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Navi menu. X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel.
On-board computer and displays 242 Menus and submenus Change of direction announced with a lane recommendation Change of direction without lane recommendation : Road into which the change of direction : Road into which the change of direction ; = ? ; Distance to change of direction and visual A B leads Distance to the change of direction Change-of-direction symbol Recommended lane and new lane during a change of direction (white) Possible lane Lane not recommended (dark gray) On multilane roads, n
Other status indicators of the navigation system : Additional information Other possible additional information: RNew Route... or Calculating Route... A new route is calculated. RRoad Not Mapped The vehicle position is inside the area of the digital map but the road is not recognized, e.g. newly built streets, car parks or private land. RNo Route No route could be calculated to the selected destination. RO You have reached the destination or an intermediate destination.
244 Menus and submenus RDisc (CD/DVD) (DVD COMAND only) card RMedia Register (COMAND) RUSB storage device RBluetooth® capable audio device Please observe further information on media support and media operation in the multimedia system (see separate operating instructions). On-board computer and displays RSD Operating an audio player or audio media To select to next or previous track in the track list: press : or 9 briefly.
Menus and submenus Telephone menu Introduction G WARNING If you operate information systems and communication equipment integrated in the vehicle while driving, you will be distracted from traffic conditions. You could also lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. Only operate the equipment when the traffic situation permits. If you are not sure that this is possible, park the vehicle paying attention to traffic conditions and operate the equipment when the vehicle is stationary.
Menus and submenus 246 or On-board computer and displays X To exit the phone book: press the ~ or % button. Redialing The on-board computer saves the last names or numbers dialed in the redial memory. X Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list. X Press the : or 9 button on the steering wheel to select the Telephone menu. X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel. X Press the 6 button to switch to the redial memory.
Menus and submenus Introduction Depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle, you have the following options in the Settings menu: RChanging assistance settings (Y page 247) RChanging HYBRID settings (PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles) (Y page 248) RChanging head-up display settings (Y page 249) RChanging the light settings (Y page 250) RChanging the instrument cluster settings (Y page 251) RRestoring the factory settings (Y page 252) Assistance submenu Deactivating/activating ESP® Observe the "Important saf
Menus and submenus 248 Use : or 9 to select the DriveAssist submenu. X Press a to confirm. X Press : or 9 to select PRE-SAFE Brake. X Press a to confirm. The current selection appears. X To activate/deactivate: press the a button again. When PRE-SAFE® Brake is deactivated, the æ symbol appears in the multifunction display in the Assistance Graphic menu. On-board computer and displays X For more information on PRE‑SAFE® Brake, see (Y page 77).
Menus and submenus Before charging the high-voltage battery, check the maximum permissible charge current for the relevant power socket. The maximum charge current values in the onboard computer may deviate from the charging cable values. Further information on charging the high-voltage battery (PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles) (Y page 169). Setting the departure time Using the "Setting departure time" function you can: Rclimatize the vehicle interior before departure.
On-board computer and displays 250 Menus and submenus ing on the vehicle's equipment. The selected contents appear in the head-up display. In Mercedes-AMG vehicles, you can also choose between two AMG displays. If you select an AMG display, the head-up display shows AMGspecific contents. X Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list. X Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Settings menu. X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel.
Using : or 9, select the Daytime Running Lights function. If the Daytime Running Lights function has been switched on, the cone of light and the W symbol are shown in white in the multifunction display. X Press the a button to save the setting. X Further information on daytime running lamps Daytime Running Lights (Y page 118).
Menus and submenus 252 Restoring the factory settings Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list. X Press the : or 9 button on the steering wheel to select the Settings menu. X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel. X Use : or 9 to select the Factory Settings submenu. X Press a to confirm. The Reset All Settings? function appears. X Press : or 9 to select No or Yes. X Press a to confirm the selection.
Menus and submenus SETUP 253 RACETIMER Drive Comfort/Sport/Sport +/ Race Chassis Comfort/Sport/Sport + Transmission D/M Exhaust system Comfort/Sport + ESP® On/Off or SPORT handling mode Sport SETUP displays the following information and functions: Rthe gear indicator Rthe digital speedometer Rthe drive system setting Rthe suspension setting Rthe transmission position Rthe exhaust flap position Rthe ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) status X Use ò on the steering wheel to call up the list of menus.
Menus and submenus 254 Press the : or 9 button to select New Lap. X Press a to confirm. On-board computer and displays X A maximum of 32 laps may be stored. Stopping the RACETIMER Press : or 9 to select Stop. The RACETIMER is stopped. X Press : or 9 to select Reset. X Press a to confirm. All laps are deleted. X Lap statistics X X Press : or 9 to select Stop. Press a to confirm. Continuing the RACETIMER X X Press : or 9 to select Continue. Press a to confirm.
Display messages 255 Display messages 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 therefore differ from the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator's Manual. With certain display messages, you will also hear a warning tone. You can hide the display messages.
256 Display messages On-board computer and displays Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) are temporarily not available. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be faulty. In addition, the ÷ and ! warning lamps light up in the instrument cluster. For example, the on-board voltage may be insufficient.
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ESP® is malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be faulty. The ÷ warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Inoperative See Operator's Manual G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can thus increase. If ESP® is not operational, ESP® is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
On-board computer and displays 258 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions T! ÷ EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS and ESP® are malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be faulty. In addition, the ÷ and ! warning lamps light up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone sounds. Inoperative See Operator's Manual G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above.
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp light up. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: X X or X Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. Release the electric parking brake manually. Release the electric parking brake automatically (Y page 178). If the electric parking brake still cannot be released: X X Do not drive on. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
260 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions On-board computer and displays The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then goes out or remains lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. X Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. X Apply the electric parking brake.
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes. It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually. X Shift the transmission to position P. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. $(USA only)J(Canada only) Check Brake Fluid Level There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
On-board computer and displays 262 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Collision Preven‐ tion Assist Plus Inoperative COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is temporarily inoperative due to a malfunction. Adaptive Brake Assist may also have failed. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. PRE-SAFE Inopera‐ tive See Operator's Manual Important functions of PRE-SAFE® have failed. All other occupant safety systems, e.g. air bags, remain available.
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Radar Sensors Dirty See Operator's Man‐ ual At least one of the following driving systems or driving safety systems is temporarily restricted or inoperative: RPRE-SAFE® PLUS Brake RCOLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS RActive Lane Keeping Assist RActive Blind Spot Assist RDISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot If the radar sensor system in front is dirty, Active Blind Spot Assist will not perform a course-correcting brake applicati
On-board computer and displays 264 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 6 The restraint system has malfunctioned at the front on the left or right. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster.
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger air bag is deactivated during the journey, even though: bag Disabled See Operator's Manual Ran adult or Ra person of the corresponding stature is on the front-passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may interpret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is. G WARNING The front-passenger air bag does not deploy during an accident.
266 Display messages On-board computer and displays Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger air bag is enabled during the journey, even though: bag Enabled See Operator's Manual Ra child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat or Rthe front-passenger seat is unoccupied The system may detect objects or forces applying additional weight on the seat.
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. For further information about the Occupant Classification System, see (Y page 54). Lights Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions b The corresponding bulb is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. or X Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself (Y page 122).
On-board computer and displays 268 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Adaptive Highbeam Assist Inoperative Adaptive Highbeam Assist is faulty. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Adaptive Highbeam Assist Currently Unavailable See Operator's Manual Adaptive Highbeam Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Rthe windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. Rvisibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ? The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Coolant Too Hot Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off G WARNING Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire. Steam from the overheated engine can also cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the hood. There is a risk of injury.
On-board computer and displays 270 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions # The battery is no longer being charged and the battery charge level is too low. A warning tone also sounds. X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 177). X Observe the instructions in the # See Operator's Manual display message.
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 4 The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level. Check Engine Oil Level (Add 1 quart) ! Avoid long journeys with too little engine oil. The engine will oth- erwise be damaged. Check the oil level when next refueling, at the latest (Y page 332). X If necessary, add engine oil (Y page 332). X If the engine oil needs topping up more often: Contact a qualified specialist workshop and have the engine checked.
272 Display messages On-board computer and displays Hybrid drive system Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions d PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: You are exiting the vehicle when it is in a ready-to-drive state. The READY indicator in the multifunction display is on. A warning tone also sounds. If you leave the vehicle: X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 177). X Switch off the ignition and remove the SmartKey.
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only E-MODE Availa‐ ble Power Limited Refuel Immediately PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: The fuel tank has been run dry and the combustion engine has been switched off. A warning tone also sounds. The vehicle will be powered by electrical energy only. Performance is restricted and the vehicle may accelerate more slowly than normal. X Refuel at the nearest gas station without fail.
On-board computer and displays 274 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 6 PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: The fuel filler flap unlocking button has been pulled. The fuel tank must be depressurized before refueling. X Wait until the fuel tank is depressurized and the fuel filler flap is unlocked. The opening process for the fuel filler cap may take up to 15 minutes. Please Wait Depressurizing Tank 6 PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: The fuel tank is now depressurized.
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ¨ The vehicle level is too low when the vehicle is stationary. A warning tone also sounds. X Do not pull away. The vehicle level is set when the display message disappears. ¨ You have pulled away while the vehicle level is still too low. AIRMATIC sets the vehicle to the selected level after a short period. X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
On-board computer and displays 276 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Lane Keeping Assist Inoperative or Active Lane Keeping Assist Inoperative Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist is defective. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Blind Spot Assist Currently Unavaila‐ ble See Operator's Manual or Active Blind Spot Assist Currently Unavaila‐ ble See Operator's Manual Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative.
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Active Parking Assist is unavailable or faulty. X Switch off the ignition and restart the engine. If Active Parking Assist continues to be unavailable (the j symbol does not appear in the multifunction display): X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Park Assist Switched Off The vehicle is parked. A warning tone also sounds. The display message disappears automatically.
On-board computer and displays 278 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS Cur‐ rently Unavailable See Operator's Man‐ ual DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily inoperative. Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Rthe radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to electromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation.
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DTR+: Steering Assist. Currently Unavailable See Operator's Manual Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Rthe windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. Rvisibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog. Rthere are no lane markings for a longer period. Rthe lane markings are worn, dark or covered, e.g. by dirt or snow.
280 Display messages On-board computer and displays Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tire Pressure Soon Canada only: The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss in pressure. A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes: Ryou have changed the positions of the wheels and tires or installed new wheels and tires.
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tires The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. A warning tone also sounds. G WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: Rthey may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase. may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may greatly impair tire traction.
On-board computer and displays 282 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor Inoperative No Wheel Sensors The wheels mounted do not have a suitable tire pressure sensor. The tire pressure monitor is deactivated. X Mount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors. The tire pressure monitor is activated automatically after driving for a few minutes. Tire Press. Monitor Inoperative The tire pressure monitor is faulty.
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Service Required Do Not Shift Gears Visit Dealer You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction. A warning tone also sounds. If transmission position D is selected: X Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the transmission from position D. If transmission position R, N or P is selected: X X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 177). Notify a qualified specialist workshop or breakdown service.
On-board computer and displays 284 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions M The hood is open. A warning tone also sounds. G WARNING The open hood may block your view when the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of an accident. X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 177). X Close the hood. C At least one door is open.
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Ð The power steering is malfunctioning. A warning tone also sounds. Power Steering Mal‐ function See Opera‐ tor's Manual G WARNING You will need to use more force to steer. There is a risk of an accident. X Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required. If you are able to steer safely: X X Drive on carefully. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. If you are unable to steer safely: X X Do not drive on.
On-board computer and displays 286 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions  Don't Forget Your Key The SmartKey is not in the ignition lock. You have opened the driver's door with the engine switched off. This display message is displayed for a maximum of 60 seconds and is simply a reminder. X Take the SmartKey with you when you leave the vehicle.  The SmartKey is currently undetected.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 287 Safety Warning/ indicator lamp N Signal type Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ü N After starting the engine, the red seat belt warning lamp lights up for 6 seconds. The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. X Fasten your seat belt (Y page 50). ü N After starting the engine, the red seat belt warning lamp lights up. In addition, a warning tone sounds for up to 6 seconds.
288 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster On-board computer and displays Safety systems Warning/ indicator lamp N Signal type Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions é N The yellow brake system warning lamp lights up while the engine is running or the ECO start/stop function is activated. PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: the yellow brake system warning lamp is shown in the READY driving status.
Warning/ indicator lamp N Signal type Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $J N $ (USA only), J (Canada only): the red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: the red brake system warning lamp is shown in the READY driving status. A warning tone also sounds. There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. G WARNING The braking effect may be impaired. There is a risk of an accident.
On-board computer and displays 290 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ indicator lamp N Signal type Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $J ÷! N $ (USA only), J (Canada only): the red brake warning lamp and the yellow ESP® and ABS warning lamps are lit while the engine is running. PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: the red brake warning lamp, yellow ESP® warning lamp and ABS are shown in the READY driving status. ABS and ESP® are malfunctioning.
Warning/ indicator lamp N Signal type Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ N The yellow ESP® warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: the yellow ESP® warning lamp is shown in the READY driving status. ESP® is malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be faulty. G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above.
On-board computer and displays 292 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ indicator lamp N Signal type Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions M N Only Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the yellow SPORT handling mode warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. SPORT handling mode is activated. G WARNING When SPORT handling mode is switched on, ESP® is unable to stabilize the vehicle. There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 293 Warning/ indicator lamp N Signal type Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ; N The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. There may be a malfunction, for example: Rin the engine management Rin the fuel injection system Rin the exhaust system Rin the ignition system (for vehicles with gasoline engines) Rin the fuel system The emission limit values may be exceeded and the engine may be in emergency mode.
On-board computer and displays 294 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ indicator lamp N Signal type Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ? N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The coolant level is too low. If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be malfunctioning. The coolant is too hot and the engine is no longer being cooled sufficiently.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster N Signal type Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions At coolant temperatures below 248 ‡ (120 †), drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop. X Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain and stop-start traffic. X Driving systems Warning/ indicator lamp N Signal type Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions · N The red distance warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion.
296 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster On-board computer and displays Tires Warning/ indicator lamp N Signal type Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions h N The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit. The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. G WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: Rthey may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 297 Warning/ indicator lamp N Signal type Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Ð N The red power steering warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. The power steering is malfunctioning. A warning tone also sounds. On-board computer and displays Vehicle G WARNING You will need to use more force to steer. There is a risk of an accident. X Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required.
298 Function restrictions General notes The multimedia system section in this manual describes the basic principles for operation. More information can be found in the Digital Operator's Manual. Important safety notes Multimedia system G WARNING If you operate information systems and communication equipment integrated in the vehicle while driving, you will be distracted from traffic conditions. You could also lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Operating system Operating system Switching the sound on/off Overview X ! Do not use the space in front of the display for storage. Objects placed here could damage the display or impair its function. Avoid any direct contact with the display surface. Pressure on the display surface may result in impairments to the display, which could be irreversible. Wearing polarized sunglasses may impair your ability to read the display. The display has an automatic temperature-controlled switch-off feature.
Operating system 300 To exit the menu: briefly press the % button. The multimedia system changes to the next higher menu level in the current operating mode. X To call up the basic display: press the % button for longer than two seconds. The multimedia system changes to the basic display of the current operating mode. X Multimedia system Touchpad Switching the touchpad on/off Multimedia system: X Select VehicleQSystem Set‐ tingsQActivate Touchpad. The touchpad is switched on O or off ª.
Operating system 301 Quick access for audio : Exits the menu ; Returns to handwriting recognition = Uses the phone book or text templates (COMAND) ? Selects the input line or changes the posi- tion of the cursor A Switches the language B Finishes character entry X X To select the input line: select p. Swipe up or down. To move the cursor within the input line: select p. X Swipe to the left or right. X X To delete characters: swipe to the left if an input line is selected.
Operating system 302 Adding favorites Adding a predefined favorite You can find all available climate control functions in the climate control menu. You can use the climate control bar to switch to the climate control menu. Multimedia system Overview : ; = ? Adds a new favorite Renames a selected favorite Moves a selected favorite Deletes a selected favorite Press the ò button. Slide 6 the controller. The menu bar is shown. X Select Reassign. The categories are displayed. X Select a category.
Operating system Adjusting the climate mode settings By setting the climate mode you determine the type of airflow. The setting is active when the airconditioning system is set to à (Y page 133). X Call up the climate control menu (Y page 302). X To select Climate Mode: turn and press the controller. X To change the setting: turn the controller. Exiting a menu: X Press the % button.
304 Operating system i The current status of the cooling function is displayed in the climate control bar: A/C ON – activated, A/C OFF – deactivated. i Deactivating the cooling with air dehumidification function reduces fuel consumption. Multimedia system Synchronizing the climate control settings Use O Sync (synchronization) to select the climate control setting for all zones together O or separately ª. X Call up the climate control menu (Y page 302).
Operating system Rsearch for a keyword The keyword search finds destinations using fragments of words. Rselect the last destination Rselect a contact Rselect a POI You can search for a POI by location, name or telephone number. Rselect destination on the map Renter intermediate destination You can map the route to the destination yourself with up to four intermediate destinations.
Operating system 306 i In the USA you can also contact the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372). In Canada, you can get in touch with the Customer Relations Center on 1-800-387-0100. Multimedia system Searching for and authorizing a mobile phone Before using your mobile phone with the multimedia system for the first time, you will need to search for the phone and then authorize (connect) it.
Operating system ther information on media mode (see the Digital Operator's Manual). The following external media sources can be used: RApple® RUSB RCD devices (e.g. iPhone®) devices (e.g. USB stick, MP3 player) RDVD (COMAND) RSD memory cards Rvia devices connected by Bluetooth® i Information on single CD/DVD drive (see 307 Ejecting an SD memory card Press the memory card. The memory card is ejected. X Remove the memory card.
308 Stowage areas Stowage areas Loading guidelines Stowage and features G WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the trunk lid is open when the engine is running, especially if the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of poisoning. Always switch off the engine before opening the trunk lid. Never drive with the trunk lid open.
Stowage areas Stowage compartments in the front 309 Eyeglasses compartment Glove box To open: press marking :. The eyeglasses compartment opens down. Make sure that the eyeglasses compartment is always closed while the vehicle is in motion. To open: pull handle : and open glove box flap ;. X To close: fold glove box flap ; upwards until it engages. X Objects in A4 format or an iPad®, for example, can be stored in the glove box.
310 Stowage areas Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the following may be in the stowage space: Ra multimedia connector unit with 2 USB ports and a SD card slot, e.g.
Stowage areas Securing the ski and snowboard bag in the trunk 311 Rear bench seat through-loading feature Fold the middle rear seat backrest forwards (Y page 311). X Slide the ski and snowboard bag between the two outside rear seat backrests. Ensure that the wheels of the ski and snowboard bag are in the trunk. X Open the ski/snowboard bag with zip : and place the skis or snowboards inside it. X Close the ski and snowboard bag.
Stowage areas 312 Fold corresponding rear seat backrest ; forward. X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat back if necessary. X Folding the rear seat backrest back ! Make sure that the seat belt does not become trapped when folding the rear seat backrest back. Otherwise, it could be damaged. Left and right seat backrest Pull right-hand or left-hand rear seat backrest release handle :. The corresponding rear seat backrest is released.
Stowage areas Adjust the head restraints if necessary (Y page 107). X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat back if necessary. You should always engage the rear seat backrests if you do not need the through-loading feature. This will prevent unauthorized access to the trunk from the vehicle interior. X 313 RDo not use elastic straps or nets to secure a load, as these are only intended as an anti-slip protection for light loads. RDo not route tie-downs across sharp edges or corners.
314 Stowage areas The maximum permitted load of the EASY-PACK trunk box is 22 lbs (10 kg). With a load of above approximately 11 lbs (5 kg), the bottom of the box moves downward until it rests on the mat of the trunk floor. Thus, overloading of the box is avoided. Adjusting the height to any position Stowage and features : Bag hook EASY-PACK trunk box Important safety notes G WARNING When the load surface moves up, your hands may become trapped on the frame of the EASY-PACK trunk box.
Stowage areas Store the EASY-PACK trunk box on a flat surface after removal, e.g. on a suitable shelf. Stowage well under the trunk floor ! Unhook the handle before again before clos- ing the trunk lid and clip it in securely to prevent the handle flap from protruding. Otherwise, you could damage the handle. X Hook handle : into rain trough ;. Roof carrier Important safety notes G WARNING When you load the roof, the center of gravity of the vehicle rises and the driving characteristics change.
Features 316 must therefore ensure that you observe the roof carrier manufacturer's installation instructions. Vehicles with a panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel: the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel cannot be opened if a roof carrier is installed. The panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel can still be raised to allow ventilation of the vehicle interior.
Features 317 Cup holder in the rear seat armrest ! Do not sit on or support your body weight on the rear seat armrest when it is folded down, as you could otherwise damage it. ! Close the cup holder before folding the rear : ; = ? A Mirror light Bracket Retaining clip, e.g. for a car park ticket Vanity mirror Mirror cover Vanity mirror in the sun visor Fold down the rear seat armrest. X To open: press the front of cup holder : or ;. Cup holder : or ; extends automatically.
Features 318 X To extend: pull the roller sunblind out by tab : and hook it onto retainers ; at the top of the window. Ashtray Front ashtray ! The stowage space under the ashtray is not Rear window roller sunblind Stowage and features Important safety notes G WARNING Parts of the body could be trapped in the sweep of the roller sunblind when the roller sunblind is extended or retracted. There is a risk of injury.
Features Cigarette lighter G WARNING You can burn yourself if you touch the hot heating element or the socket of the cigarette lighter. In addition, flammable materials can ignite if: Rthe hot cigarette lighter falls child holds the hot cigarette lighter to objects, for example There is a risk of fire and injury. Always hold the cigarette lighter by the knob. Always make sure that the cigarette lighter is out of reach of children. Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.
320 Features mbrace Stowage and features General notes The mbrace system is only available in the USA. You must have a license agreement to activate the mbrace service. Make sure that your system is activated and operational. To log in, press the ï MB Info call button. If any of the steps mentioned are not carried out, the system may not be activated.
Features There is a risk of an accident and injury. Leave the vehicle immediately in this or similar situations as soon as it is safe to do so. Move to a safe location along with other vehicle occupants. In such situations, secure the vehicle in accordance with national regulations, e. g. with a warning triangle. 321 The Call Failed message appears in the multifunction display and must be confirmed. In this case, summon assistance by other means.
Features 322 Stowage and features X To call Roadside Assistance: press Roadside Assistance button :. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center. The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button : flashes while the call is active. The Connecting Call message appears in the multifunction display. The audio output is muted. If a connection can be made, the Call Con‐ nected message appears in the multifunction display.
Features Call priority When service calls are active, e.g. Roadside Assistance or MB Info calls, an emergency call can still be initiated. In this case, an emergency call will take priority and override all other active calls. The indicator lamp of the respective button flashes until the call is ended. An emergency call can only be terminated by the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center.
Features 324 Specifying and sending the destination address Go to the website http://maps.google.com and enter a destination address into the entry field. X To send the destination address to the email address of your mbrace account: click on the corresponding button on the website. Example: If you select 'Send to vehicle' and then 'Mercedes-Benz', the destination address will be sent to your vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007 You will be asked for your password. The next time you are inside the vehicle and you switch on the ignition, the Doors Locked Remotely message appears in the multifunction display. Alternatively, the vehicle can be locked via: Rthe Internet, under the "Owners Online" section Rthe telephone application (e. g. for iPhone®, Android) To do this, you will need your identification number and password.
326 Features Information on Roadside Assistance (Y page 29). Stowage and features Downloading routes Downloading routes allows you to transfer and save predefined routes in the navigation system. A route can be prepared and sent by either a customer service representative or under "Owners Online" at http://www.mbusa.com. Each route can include up to four way points.
door opener, contact an authorized MercedesBenz Center. Alternatively, you can call the following telephone assistance services: RUSA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes RCanada: Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 RHomeLink® hotline 1-800-355-3515 (free of charge) More information on HomeLink® and/or compatible products is also available online at http://www.homelink.com. Notes on the declaration of conformity (Y page 31).
328 Features Several attempts might be necessary. You should test every position for at least 25 seconds before trying another position. Stowage and features Synchronizing the rolling code Pay attention to the "Important safety notes" (Y page 327). If the garage door system uses a rolling code, you will also have to synchronize the garage door system with the integrated garage door opener in the rear-view mirror. To do this you will need to use the programming button on the door drive control panel.
Features Opening/closing the garage door After it has been programmed, the integrated garage door opener performs the function of the garage door system remote control. Please also read the operating instructions for the garage door system. X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock (Y page 146). X Press button ;, = or ? which you have programmed to operate the garage door. Garage door system with a fixed code: indicator lamp : lights up green.
330 Engine compartment Engine compartment Hood Important safety notes G WARNING If the hood is unlatched, it may open up when the vehicle is in motion and block your view. There is a risk of an accident. Never unlatch the hood while driving. Before every trip, ensure that the hood is locked. Maintenance and care G WARNING When opening and closing the hood, it may suddenly fall into the closed position. There is a risk of injury to persons within range of movement of the hood.
Engine compartment 331 Engine oil Important safety notes G WARNING If engine oil comes into contact with hot components in the engine compartment, it may ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury. Make sure that engine oil is not spilled next to the filler neck. Let the engine cool down and thoroughly clean the engine oil off the components before starting the engine. General notes X Reach into the gap, pull hood catch handle ; up and lift the hood.
Engine compartment 332 Checking the oil level using the oil dipstick ! Do not add too much oil. adding too much engine oil can result in damage to the engine or to the catalytic converter. Have excess engine oil siphoned off. Example Pull oil dipstick : out of the dipstick guide tube. X Wipe off oil dipstick :. X Slowly slide dipstick : into the guide tube to the stop, and take it out again after approximately 3 seconds. If the level is between MIN mark = and MAX mark ;, the oil level is correct.
ASSYST PLUS G WARNING Windshield washer concentrate could ignite if it comes into contact with hot engine components or the exhaust system. There is a risk of fire and injury. Make sure that no windshield washer concentrate is spilled next to the filler neck. Checking coolant level Turn cap : further counter-clockwise and remove it. If the coolant is at the level of marker bar = in the filler neck when cold, there is enough coolant in coolant expansion tank ;. If the coolant level is approximately 0.
ASSYST PLUS 334 Information on the type of service and service intervals (see the separate Maintenance Booklet). You can obtain further information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). i The ASSYST PLUS service interval display does not show any information on the engine oil level. Observe the notes on the engine oil level (Y page 331). The multifunction display shows a service message for several seconds, e.g.
Care An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network is also available in other countries. You can obtain further information from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Care General notes H Environmental note Dispose of empty packaging and cleaning cloths in an environmentally responsible manner. ! For cleaning your vehicle, do not use any of the following: rough or hard cloths Rabrasive cleaning agents Rsolvents Rcleaning agents containing solvents Do not scrub.
Care Maintenance and care 336 when the engine is switched off or at very low speeds. Otherwise, when in transmission position D or R the automatic transmission will automatically switch to park position P and block the wheels. ROperating with the Start/Stop button: Do not open the driver's door when the engine is switched off or at very low speeds. Otherwise, when in transmission position D or R the automatic transmission will automatically switch to park position P and block the wheels.
! If the SmartKey is within the rear detection If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint surface, use the paint care products recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. This is the case approximately every three to five months, depending on the climate conditions and the care product used. If dirt has penetrated the paint surface or if the paint has become dull, the paint cleaner recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz should be used.
338 Care Cleaning the vehicle parts Cleaning the wheels G WARNING The water jet from a circular jet nozzle (dirt blasters) can cause invisible exterior damage to the tires or chassis components. 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. Have damaged tires or chassis components replaced immediately. Maintenance and care ! Do not use acidic wheel cleaning products to remove brake dust.
Care 339 Cleaning the mirror turn signals ! Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths that are suitable for plastic lenses. Unsuitable cleaning agents or cleaning cloths could scratch or damage the plastic lenses of the mirror turn signals. X Clean the plastic lenses of the mirror turn signals in the exterior mirror housing using a wet sponge and mild cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths. Cleaning AIRPANEL washer, make sure that you keep a distance of at least 11.
340 Care Cleaning the exhaust pipes G WARNING The exhaust tail pipe and tail pipe trim can become very hot. If you come into contact with these parts of the vehicle, you could burn yourself. There is a risk of injury. Always be particularly careful around the exhaust tail pipe and the tail pipe trim. Allow these components to cool down before touching them. ! Do not clean the exhaust pipe with acidbased cleaning agents, such as bathroom cleaner or wheel cleaner.
Care ! Do not use chrome polish on trim pieces. The trim pieces have a chrome look but are mostly made of anodized aluminum and can lose their shine if chrome polish is used. Use a damp, lint-free cloth instead when cleaning the trim pieces. If the chrome-plated trim pieces are very dirty, you can use a chrome polish. If you are unsure as to whether the trim pieces are chrome-plated or not, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Wipe the wooden trim and trim pieces with a damp, lint-free cloth, e.
342 Where will I find...? Where will I find...? Notes on the reflective safety jackets Reflective safety jacket Breakdown assistance Removing/stowing the reflective safety jackets The reflective safety jackets are located in the safety jacket compartments in the stowage compartments of the front doors. There are also safety jacket compartments in the stowage compartments of the rear doors, in which reflective safety jackets can be stowed.
Vehicle tool kit General notes In vehicles with MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat characteristics) and on PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles, the towing eye is in a bracket under the parcel shelf. Apart from certain country-specific variations, the vehicles are not equipped with a tire-change tool kit. Some tools for changing a wheel are specific to the vehicle.
344 Flat tire or more tires. The affected tire must not show any clearly visible damage. You can recognize MOExtended tires by the MOExtended marking which appears on the sidewall of the tire. You will find this marking next to the tire size designation, the load-bearing capacity and the speed index (Y page 374). MOExtended tires may only be used in conjunction with an active tire pressure loss warning system or with an active tire pressure monitor.
Flat tire Do not drive the vehicle. Contact a qualified specialist workshop. G WARNING The tire sealant is harmful and causes irritation. It must not come into contact with your skin, eyes or clothing or be swallowed. Do not inhale TIREFIT fumes. Keep tire sealant away from children. There is a risk of injury. If you come into contact with the tire sealant, observe the following: Do not remove any foreign objects which have penetrated the tire, e.g. screws or nails.
Breakdown assistance 346 Flat tire 12 V socket: (Y page 319) Observe the notes on the cigarette lighter (Y page 319). Observe the notes on sockets (Y page 319). X Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition lock (Y page 146). X Press on and off switch ? on the tire inflation compressor to ON. The tire inflation compressor is switched on. The tire is inflated. First, tire sealant is pumped into the tire. The pressure may briefly rise to approximately 500 kPa (5 bar/73 psi).
Battery (vehicle) 347 Stow the tire sealant bottle and the tire inflation compressor. X Pull away immediately. X Stop after driving for approximately ten minutes and check the tire pressure with the tire inflation compressor. The tire pressure must now be at least 130 kPa (1.3 bar/19 psi). X G WARNING i In cases such as the one mentioned above, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
348 Battery (vehicle) ESP® (Electronic Stability Program). The operating safety of your vehicle may be restricted. You could lose control of the vehicle, for example: Rwhen braking the event of abrupt steering maneuvers and/or when the vehicle's speed is not adapted to the road conditions There is a risk of an accident. In the event of a short circuit or a similar incident, contact a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Do not drive any further.
Observe the service intervals in the Maintenance Booklet or contact a qualified specialist workshop for more information. ! Always have work on batteries carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Should it, in exceptional circumstances, be absolutely necessary to disconnect the 12-volt battery yourself, observe the following: Rsecure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling away. Rswitch off the ignition. Ralways disconnect the negative terminal clamp first, followed by the positive terminal clamp.
Breakdown assistance 350 Battery (vehicle) damaged in an accident, although the damage is not visible. There is a risk of fatal injury. Following an accident, do not touch any highvoltage components and never modify the vehicle's high-voltage electrical system. Have the vehicle towed away after an accident and the vehicle's high-voltage electrical system checked by a qualified specialist workshop. G WARNING During charging and jump-starting, explosive gases can escape from the battery.
Battery (vehicle) Breakdown assistance charging of the battery in its installed position. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information and availability. Read the battery charger's operating instructions before charging the battery. All vehicles except vehicles with a lithiumion battery: if the indicator/warning lamps in the instrument cluster do not light up at low temperatures, it is very likely that the discharged battery has frozen.
352 Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point in the engine compartment, consisting of a positive terminal and a ground point. All vehicles except vehicles with a lithium-ion battery: G WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery. Keep children away from batteries.
Do not start the vehicle using a rapid charging device. If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jumper cables. Observe the following points: RThe battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible, jumpstart the vehicle using a second battery or a jump-starting device. RYou may only jump-start the vehicle when the engine and exhaust system are cold.
Towing and tow-starting 354 Connect negative terminal = of donor battery B to ground point ? of your vehicle using the jumper cable, connecting the jumper cable to donor battery B first. X Start the engine. X Before disconnecting the jumper cables, let the engine run for several minutes. X First, remove the jumper cables from ground point ? and negative terminal =, then from positive clamp : and positive terminal ;. Begin each time at the contacts on your own vehicle first.
Towing and tow-starting ! When towing, pull away slowly and smoothly. If the tractive power is too high, the vehicles could be damaged. ! Shift the automatic transmission to N and do not open the driver's or front passenger's door during towing. The automatic transmission may otherwise shift to position P, which could damage the transmission. 355 longer distances, have the vehicle loaded and transported.
Towing and tow-starting 356 ! Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed with either the front or the rear axle raised, as doing so will damage the transmission. Vehicles with 4MATIC may either be towed away with both axles on the ground or be loaded up and transported. 4MATIC vehicles/vehicles with automatic transmission ! Vehicles with automatic transmission must not be towed with the rear axle raised. The vehicle/trailer combination may otherwise swerve or even roll over.
Fuses Tow-starting (emergency engine starting) ! Vehicles with automatic transmission must not be tow-started. You could otherwise damage the automatic transmission. i You can find information on "Jump-starting" under (Y page 352). Fuses Important safety notes G WARNING If you manipulate or bridge a faulty fuse or if you replace it with a fuse with a higher amperage, the electric cables could be overloaded. This could result in a fire. There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Fuses 358 Open the driver's door. To open: pull out cover : slightly at the bottom in the direction of arrow =. X Fold cover : outwards in the direction of arrow ;. X X Breakdown assistance X Open the hood (Y page 330). To open: press safety clips : on the cover together. X Remove fuse box cover ; upwards. X X To close: fold in cover : until it engages. Fuse box in the front-passenger footwell Use a dry cloth to remove any moisture from the fuse box.
Fuses 359 Fuse box in the trunk Open the trunk lid. Lift the trunk floor upwards (Y page 315). X To open: swing cover : upwards in the direction of the arrow. X X To close: fold down cover : in the opposite direction to the arrow. Make sure that the cover is in the recess provided for it. Breakdown assistance X i The fuse allocation chart is located in a recess at the side of the fuse box. You can find the corresponding fuse rating and fuse type on the fuse allocation chart.
360 Operation Important safety notes G WARNING If wheels and tires of the wrong size are used, the wheel brakes or suspension components may be damaged. There is a risk of an accident. Always replace wheels and tires with those that fulfill the specifications of the original part.
Operation i Different driving styles may lead to high tire wear and the tires may reach the minimum tire tread depth after only a short time. Regular checking of wheels and tires G WARNING Damaged tires can cause tire inflation pressure loss. As a result, you could lose control of your vehicle. There is a risk of accident. Check the tires regularly for signs of damage and replace any damaged tires immediately. Check wheels and tires for damage at least once a month.
362 Winter operation Exception: it is permissible to install a different type or make in the event of a flat tire. Observe the "MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat characteristics" section (Y page 343). ROnly mount tires of the correct size onto the wheels. RBreak in new tires at moderate speeds for the first 60 miles (100 km). They only reach their full performance after this distance.
Tire pressure G WARNING If snow chains are installed to the front wheels, they may drag against the vehicle body or chassis components. This could cause damage to the vehicle or the tires. There is a risk of an accident. To avoid hazardous situations: Rnever install snow chains to the front wheels Ralways install snow chains in pairs to the rear wheels. ! Vehicles with steel wheels: if you mount snow chains on steel wheels, you may damage the hub caps.
364 Tire pressure Tire and Loading Information placard : Recommended tire pressures The Tire and Loading Information placard is on the B-pillar on the driver's side (Y page 370). The Tire and Loading Information placard contains the recommended tire pressures for cold tires. The recommended tire pressures are valid for the maximum permissible load and up to the maximum permissible vehicle speed.
Tire pressure G WARNING If the tire pressure drops repeatedly, the wheel, valve or tire may be damaged. Tire pressure that is too low may result in a tire blow-out. There is a risk of an accident. RCheck the tire for foreign objects. RCheck whether the wheel is losing air or the valve is leaking. If you are unable to rectify the damage, contact a qualified specialist workshop.
366 Tire pressure Overinflated tires may: Rincrease the braking distance Radversely affect handling Rwear excessively and/or unevenly Rhave an adverse effect on ride comfort Rbe more susceptible to damage Maximum tire pressures Wheels and tires : Example: maximum permissible tire pres- sure Never exceed the maximum permissible tire inflation pressure. Always observe the recommended tire pressure for your vehicle when adjusting the tire pressure (Y page 363).
Tire pressure Restarting the tire pressure loss warning system Restart the tire pressure loss warning system if you have: Rchanged the tire pressure Rchanged the wheels or tires Rmounted new wheels or tires X Before restarting, make sure that the tire pressures are set properly on all four tires for the respective operating conditions. The recommended tire pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the B-pillar.
368 Tire pressure For information on the message display, refer to the "Checking the tire pressure electronically" section (Y page 369). Wheels and tires Important safety notes G WARNING Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked at least once every two weeks when cold and inflated to the pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver's door B-pillar or the tire pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
Tire pressure Checking the tire pressure electronically Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock (Y page 146). X Use ò on the steering wheel to call up the list of menus. X Press 9 or : on the steering wheel to select the Service menu. X Press the a button. X Press 9 or : to select Tire Pres‐ sure. X Press the a button. The current tire pressure of each tire is shown in the multifunction display.
Loading the vehicle Wheels and tires 370 for monitoring. In most cases, the tire pressure monitor will automatically detect the new reference values after you have changed the tire pressure. However, you can also define reference values manually as described here. The tire pressure monitor then monitors the new tire pressure values.
Loading the vehicle Maximum permissible gross vehicle weight rating 371 i The specifications shown on the Tire and Loading Information placard in the illustration are examples. The number of seats is vehiclespecific and can differ from the details shown. The number of seats in your vehicle can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
372 Loading the vehicle Example: steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load capacities with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. The following examples use a load limit of 1500 lbs (680 kg). This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information placard (Y page 370).
All about wheels and tires Even if you have calculated the total cargo carefully, you should still make sure that the gross vehicle weight rating and the gross axle weight rating are not exceeded. Details can be found on the vehicle identification plate on the B-pillar on the driver's side of the vehicle (Y page 370).
374 All about wheels and tires The safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on dry road surfaces. You should pay special attention to road conditions when temperatures are around freezing point. Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum tire tread depth (Y page 361). Winter tires can reduce the braking distance on snow-covered surfaces in comparison with summer tires.
All about wheels and tires : ; = ? A B Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Rim diameter Load bearing index Speed rating General: depending on the manufacturer's standards, the size imprinted in the tire wall may not contain any letters or may contain one letter that precedes the size description. If there is no letter preceding the size description (as shown above): these are passenger vehicle tires according to European manufacturing standards.
All about wheels and tires 376 Wheels and tires the size description, depending on the manufacturer (e.g. 245/40 ZR18). The service specification is made up of loadbearing index A and speed rating B. RIf the size description of your tire includes "ZR" and there are no service specifications, ask the tire manufacturer in order to find out the maximum speed. If a service specification is available, the maximum speed is limited according to the speed rating in the service specification.
All about wheels and tires Maximum tire load : is the maximum permissible weight for which the tire is approved. Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit. The maximum permissible load can be found on the vehicle's Tire and Loading Information placard on the B-pillar on the driver's side (Y page 370). i The actual values for tires are vehicle-specific and may deviate from the values in the illustration.
378 All about wheels and tires Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) A uniform standard to grade the quality of tires with regards to tread quality, tire traction and temperature characteristics. The quality grading assessment is made by the manufacturer following specifications from the U.S. government. The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire.
Changing a wheel PSI (pounds per square inch) Load bearing index A standard unit of measure for tire pressure. The load bearing index (also load index) is a code that contains the maximum load bearing capacity of a tire. Aspect ratio Relationship between tire height and tire width in percent. Tire pressure This is pressure inside the tire applying an outward force to each square inch of the tire's surface. The tire pressure is specified in pounds per square inch (psi), in kilopascal (kPa) or in bar.
Wheels and tires 380 Changing a wheel Tire-mounting tools should not be used near the valve. This could damage the electronic components. Only have tires changed at a qualified specialist workshop. Always observe the instructions and safety notes in the "Mounting a wheel" section (Y page 380). The wear patterns on the front and rear tires differ, depending on the operating conditions. Rotate the wheels before a clear wear pattern has formed on the tires.
Fold both plates upwards :. Fold out lower plate ;. X Guide the lugs on the lower plate fully into the openings in base plate =. X X X Place chocks or other suitable items under the front and rear of the wheel that is diagonally opposite the wheel you wish to change. Raising the vehicle G WARNING If you do not position the jack correctly at the appropriate jacking point of the vehicle, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. There is a risk of injury.
Changing a wheel Wheels and tires 382 Vehicles with aluminum hub cap: X To remove: take socket ; and lug wrench = from the vehicle tool kit (Y page 343). X Position socket ; on hub cap :. X Position lug wrench = on socket ;. X Using lug wrench =, turn hub cap : counter-clockwise and remove it. X To install: before installing, check hub cap : and the wheel area for soiling and clean if necessary. X Put hub cap : in position and turn until it is in the right position. X Position socket ; on hub cap :.
Changing a wheel 383 Unscrew the uppermost wheel bolt completely. X Screw alignment bolt : into the thread instead of the wheel bolt. X Unscrew the remaining wheel bolts fully. X Remove the wheel. X Mounting a new wheel G WARNING Make sure the foot of the jack is directly beneath the jacking point. Turn crank C clockwise until jack B sits completely on jacking point A. The base of the jack must lie evenly on the ground. X Turn crank C until the tire is raised a maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground.
Wheel-tire combination 384 Clean the wheel and wheel hub contact surfaces. X Slide the wheel to be mounted onto the alignment bolt and push it on. X Tighten the wheel bolts until they are fingertight. X Unscrew the alignment bolt. X Tighten the last wheel bolt until it is fingertight. X Wheels and tires Lowering the vehicle G WARNING The wheels could work loose if the wheel nuts and bolts are not tightened to the specified tightening torque. There is a risk of accident.
Wheel-tire combination 385 with the bodywork and axle components. This could result in damage to the tires or the vehicle. Mercedes-Benz accepts no liability for damage resulting from the use of tires, wheels or accessories other than those tested and approved. Information on tires, wheels and approved combinations can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop.
386 Vehicle electronics Information regarding technical data i The data stated here specifically refers to a vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the data for all vehicle variants and trim levels. Vehicle electronics Retrofitting two-way radios and mobile phones (RF transmitters) G WARNING In particular, the following conditions must be complied with: Ronly approved wavebands may be used.
Identification plates Waveband Maximum transmission output Short wave 3 - 54 MHz 100 W 4 m waveband 74 - 88 MHz 30 W 2 m waveband 144 - 174 MHz 50 W Trunked radio/Tetra 380 - 460 MHz 10 W 70 cm waveband 400 - 460 MHz 35 W Mobile communications (2G/3G/4G) 10 W Identification plates Vehicle identification plate with vehicle identification number (VIN) X The following can be used in the vehicle without restrictions: RRF transmitters with a maximum transmission output of up to 100 mW RRF transm
Service products and filling capacities 388 from the data shown here. You can find the data applicable to your vehicle on the vehicle identification plate. Vehicle identification number (VIN) Service products and filling capacities Important safety notes G WARNING Service products may be poisonous and hazardous to health. There is a risk of injury. Comply with instructions on the use, storage and disposal of service products on the labels of the respective original containers.
Service products and filling capacities Other identifications, for example: R0 W-30 R5 W-30 R5 W-40 Fuel 389 Tank capacity Model Total capacity C 350 e 13.2 US gal (50.0 l) All other models 17.4 US gal (66.0 l) Important safety notes Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel incorrectly, there is a risk of fire and explosion. You must avoid fire, open flames, creating sparks and smoking. Switch off the engine and, if applicable, the auxiliary heating before refueling.
390 Service products and filling capacities Do not mix such fuels with the fuel recommended for your vehicle. ! To ensure the longevity and full perform- ance of the engine, only premium-grade unleaded gasoline must be used.
Service products and filling capacities i Flexible Fuel vehicles can be recognized by the Ethanol up to E85 sticker on the inside of the fuel filler flap. Fuel consumption The energy content of E85 fuel is less than that of the same amount of premium-grade gasoline. The amount of fuel consumed when operating the vehicle with E85 fuel is therefore higher than with premium-grade gasoline.
392 Service products and filling capacities Additives ! Do not use any additives in the engine oil. This could damage the engine. Brake fluid G WARNING Technical data The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture from the air. This lowers the boiling point of the brake fluid. If the boiling point of the brake fluid is too low, vapor pockets may form in the brake system when the brakes are applied hard. This would impair braking efficiency. There is a risk of an accident.
Service products and filling capacities nance interval at a qualified specialist workshop. Filling capacities Model Capacity C 400 4MATIC Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG 4MATIC 11.5 US qt (10.9 l) Mercedes‑AMG vehicles 11.7 US qt (11.1 l) All other models 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) Windshield/headlamp cleaning system Important safety notes G WARNING Windshield washer concentrate could ignite if it comes into contact with hot engine components or the exhaust system. There is a risk of fire and injury.
394 Vehicle data Dimensions and weights ? PAG oil part number A Type of refrigerant Warning symbol : advises you about: Rpossible dangers service work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop Rhaving Technical data Filling capacities Model Refrigerant C 350 e 23.6 ± 0.4 oz (670 ± 10 g) Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG 4MATIC 21.5 ± 0.4 oz (610 ± 10 g) All other models 22.2 ± 0.4 oz (630 ± 10 g) Model PAG oil C 350 e Mercedes‑AMG vehicles 4.2 oz (120 g) All other models 2.
Vehicle data 395 All other models Vehicle length, Mercedes‑Benz C 450 AMG 4MATIC 185.1 in (4702 mm) Vehicle length, all other models 184.5 in (4686 mm) Vehicle width including exterior mirrors 79.5 in (2020 mm) Wheelbase 111.8 in (2840 mm) Turning radius 36.8 ft (11.22 m) Maximum roof load, Mercedes‑Benz C 450 AMG 4MATIC Maximum roof load, all other models 165 lb (75 kg) Maximum trunk load, all other models 220 lb (100 kg) Model Vehicle height C 300 57.0 in (1447 mm) C 350 e 56.
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