Mercedes-Benz 2009 R-Class Bedienungsanleitung

R-Class Operator’s Manual[...]

Symbols Trademarks ® : R AdBlue ® is a registered trademark of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA). R BabySmart TM is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp. R Bluetooth ® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc. R ESP ® and PRE-SAFE ® are registered trademarks of Daimler. R HomeLink ® is a registered trademark of P[...]

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2 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 At a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Safety and security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Controls in detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 [...]

3 1, 2, 3 ... 115V AC Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 3-zone automatic climate control see Climate control system 4-ETS (Electronic Traction System) . . 78 4MATIC see All-wheel drive (4MATIC) A ABS (Antilock Brake System) . . . . . . . 76 Indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 Messages in the multifunction display . . . . .[...]

4 Automatic locking when driving . . . 158 Automatic shift program . . . . . . . . . 141 Automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . 136 Automatic shift program . . . . . . . . 141 Emergency operation (limp-home mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Gear range indicator . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Gear ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

5 Central locking/unlocking switch . . . 89 Certification label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 391 Children in the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Air bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 BabySmart TM air bag deactivation system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Blocking of rear window operation . . 74 Child safety l[...]

6 Deep water see St anding wat er Defroster Rear window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183, 197 Delayed shut-off Exterior lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Interior lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Department of Transportation see DOT Diesel fuel see Fuel Difficulties While driving[...]

7 Flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365 Hazard warning flasher . . . . . . . . . 119 Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Towing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 382 Emergency calls Tele Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 Emergency engine shutdown . . . . . . 387 Emergency operations Limp-home mode [...]

8 Front axle oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400 Front lamps see H eadlamps Front passenger front air bag . . . . . . 48 Messages in the multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38, 49, 350, 351 Front seat head restraints [...]

9 Halogen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 High-beam flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 High-beam headlamps . . . . . . . . . . 118 Low-beam headlamps . . . . . . . . . . 115 Replacing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356 Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Headliner, cleaning and care of . . . . 296 Head restr[...]

10 Messages in the multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof or panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel . 127 Opening and closing the windows . 127 Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

11 Manual headlamp mode (Low- beam headlamps) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Maximum loaded vehicle weight . . . 274 Maximum load rating (tires) . . . . . . . 274 Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Mechanical key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 Media interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219[...]

12 N Navigation menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Nets, parcel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Night security illumination . . . 118, 157 Normal occupant weight . . . . . . . . . 275 Number, vehicle identification (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 391 O Occupant Classification System see OCS Occupant distr[...]

13 Power tilt/sliding sunroof Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Synchronizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Power washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292 Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295 Door windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Hinge[...]

14 RON (Research Octane Number) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246, 403 Roof rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 Route guidance see Navig ation system Rubber parts, cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . 296 Run Flat Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Run-flat tires see MOExtended tires S Safety Driving safety[...]

15 Starter switch positions . . . . . . . . 95, 96 Starting difficulties (engine) . . . . . . 131 Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Steering column see Multifunction steering wheel, Adjusting Steering wheel see Multifunction steering wheel Steering wheel gearshift control . . . 142 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services . . 236 Storage [...]

16 Tie-down rings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Tightening torque Spark plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 397 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373 Time setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 TIN (Tire Identification Number) . . . 275 Tire and Loading Information Placard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

17 Tread (tires) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 Tread depth (tires) . . . . . . . . . . 254, 277 Treadwear indicators (tires) . . . 254, 276 Trip computer menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Trip odometer, resetting . . . . . . . . . . 144 Turning off the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Turn signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

18 Windows, cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295 Windshield Cleaning wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . 295 Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123, 407 Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Windshield wipers Replacing wiper blades . . . . . . . . . 363 Winter driving Snow chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Tires[...]

Operator’s Manual 19 Product Information Please observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using Genuine Mercedes- Benz Parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for Mercedes-Benz v[...]

Operator’s Manual 20 Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including: R New Truck Limited Warranty R Emission System Warranty R Emission Performance Warranty R California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvani[...]

Operator’s Manual 21 Maintenance The Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals. Always have the Maintenance Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you. Roadsid[...]

Operating safety 22 Operating safety G Warning! Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. Because the vehicle’s electronic components are interconnected, any modifications made may produce an undesired effect on other systems. Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair [...]

Reporting safety defects 23 Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction[...]

Vehicle data recording 24 Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents. This informatio[...]

25 Exterior view ....................................... 26 Cockpit ................................................. 28 Instrument cluster .............................. 30 Storage compartments ....................... 34 Multifunction steering wheel ............. 36 Center console .................................... 38 Overhead control panel ....[...]

Exterior view 26 Exterior view At a glance[...]

Exterior view 27 i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Function Page 1 Rear lamps 358 2 Fuel filler flap 246 Fuel requirements 403 3 Exterior rear view[...]

Cockpit 28 Cockpit At a glance[...]

Cockpit 29 Function Page 1 Cruise control lever 164 2 Instrument cluster 30, 143 3 Multifunction steering wheel 36, 145 4 Horn 5 Steering wheel gearshift control 142 6 Gear selector lever 136 7 Front Parktronic warning indicators 171 8 Overhead control panel 40 Function Page 9 Glove box lid release, glove box lock 219 a Glove box 219 b Center conso[...]

Instrument cluster 30 Instrument cluster At a glance[...]

Instrument cluster 31 Function Page 1 L Left turn signal indicator lamp 2 To dim instrument cluster illumination 144 3 Reset button for: • Resetting trip odometer 144 • Resetting all settings 152 4 To brighten instrument cluster illumination 144 Function Page 5 K Right turn signal indicator lamp 6 Clock 155 7 Speedometer with: - Antilock Brake [...]

Instrument cluster 32 At a glance[...]

Instrument cluster 33 Function Page 8 Multifunction display with: 146 • Trip odometer 144 • Main odometer 146 9 Tachometer with: < Seat belt telltale 62, 343 q Preglow indicator lamp, diesel engine only 130 1 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) indicator lamp 45, 345 ± Engine malfunction indicator lamp, Canada only 348 Function Page ? Engin[...]

Storage compartments 34 Storage compartments At a glance[...]

Storage compartments 35 Function Page 1 Parcel net in front passenger footwell 208 2 Glove box 219 3 Door pocket 4 Parcel net on front passenger seat backrest 208 5 Door pocket 6 Cup holder 224 7 Third-row storage compartment 219 8 First aid kit, vehicle tool kit, spare wheel 300 Function Page 9 Third-row storage compartment 219 a Cup holder 224 b [...]

Multifunction steering wheel 36 Multifunction steering wheel Function Page 1 Multifunction display 146 2 Press button s • to take a call 161 • to dial 4 161 • to redial 4 161 Press button t • to end a call 161 • to reject an incoming call 161 Press button æ or ç • to select submenus in the Settings menu 153 • to set values • to se[...]

Multifunction steering wheel 37 Function Page Press and hold button j or k • to select previous or next track with quick search or to select previous or next station in station list or wave band within Audio/ DVD menu 149 • to start the quick search in the phone book within Telephone menu 161 Press button 0 to turn the Voice Control System off [...]

Center console 38 Center console Upper part Function Page 1 COMAND system, see separate operating instructions 2 Climate control 178 3-zone automatic climate control 186 Rear window defroster 199 3 Seat heating, front passenger side 108 4 Vehicle level control switch 167 5 Program mode selector switch for automatic transmission 141 Function Page 6 [...]

Center console 39 Lower part Function Page 1 Storage compartment 220 2 Ashtray with cigarette lighter 228 3 Cup holders 224 4 Front armrest storage compartment/telephone tray 220 5 Card/ticket holder, bottle opener 224 At a glance Z[...]

Overhead control panel 40 Overhead control panel Function Page 1 Left front reading lamp on/ off 120 2 Automatic interior lighting 120 3 Rear interior lighting on/off 120 4 Front interior lighting on/ off 120 5 Right reading lamp on/off 120 6 Front right interior lamp 120 7 Power tilt/sliding sunroof switch 200 Power tilt/sliding panel switch 203 8[...]

Door control panel 41 Door control panel Function Page 1 Inside door handle 88 2 Central locking/unlocking switch 89 3 Exterior rear view mirror adjustment 111 4 Selection buttons for exterior rear view mirror adjustment 111 Power-folding exterior rear view mirrors 113 5 Switches for opening/ closing front and rear door windows, rear window overrid[...]

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43 Vehicle equipment .............................. 44 Occupant safety .................................. 44 Panic alarm .......................................... 75 Driving safety systems ....................... 75 Anti-theft systems .............................. 80 Safety and security[...]

Occupant safety 44 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Occupant safety Introduction In this section you will learn the most importa[...]

Occupant safety 45 i For information on infants and children traveling with you in the vehicle and restraint systems for infants and children, see “Children in the vehicle” ( Y page 66). SRS indicator lamp The SRS system conducts a self-test when the ignition is switched on and in regular intervals while the engine is running. This facilitates [...]

Occupant safety 46 a properly seated position and to wear their respective seat belt. For maximum protection in the event of a collision always be in normal seated position with your back against the seat backrest. Fasten your seat belt and make sure it is properly positioned on your body. Since the air bag inflates with considerable speed and forc[...]

Occupant safety 47 To help avoid the possibility of injury, please follow these guidelines: (1) Always sit as upright as possible, properly use the seat belts, and for children 12 years old and under, use an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. (2) Always wear sea[...]

Occupant safety 48 steering wheel hub, front passenger front air bag cover, outboard sides of the seat backrests, door trim panels, or door frame trims, and installation of additional electrical/electronic equipment on or near SRS components and wiring. Keep area between air bags and occupants free of objects (e.g. packages, purses, umbrellas, etc.[...]

Occupant safety 49 R if the system determines that air bag deployment can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt R depending on whether the seat belt is in use R independently of the side impact air bags and/or the window curtain air bags The front air bags in this vehicle have been designed to inflate in two stages. This all[...]

Occupant safety 50 1 Front side impact air bag 2 Rear side impact air bag When deployed, the side impact air bags are designed to provide increased protection for the thorax (but not the head, neck and arms) of the occupants on the side of the vehicle on which the impact occurs. The side impact air bags are deployed R on the impacted side of the ve[...]

Occupant safety 51 Window curtain air bags 1 are deployed R on the impacted side of the vehicle R in side impacts exceeding a preset deployment threshold R independently of the front air bags R regardless of whether the front passenger seat is occupied R regardless of whether the seat belt is in use R in certain vehicle rollovers, if the system det[...]

Occupant safety 52 than a typical 12-month-old child in a standard child restraint or if the front passenger seat is classified as being empty. When the OCS senses that the front passenger seat occupant is classified as being up to or less than the weight of a typical 12-month-old child in a standard child restraint, the 59 indicator lamp will illu[...]

Occupant safety 53 accordance with the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Occupants, especially children, should always sit as upright as possible, wear the seat belt properly and use an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. Children can be killed or serious[...]

Occupant safety 54 sufficient severity to deploy the driver front air bag R that the seat was occupied by a small individual (such as a young teenager or a small adult) or a child who weighs more than the weight of a typical 12-month-old child in a standard child restraint – both of which are instances where the system may suppress deployment of [...]

Occupant safety 55 illuminate and go out after approximately 6 seconds. If the seat is not occupied and the system classifies the front passenger seat as being empty, the 59 indicator lamp will illuminate and not go out. G Warning! If the 59 indicator lamp does not illuminate, the system is not functioning. You must contact an authorized Mercedes-B[...]

Occupant safety 56 facing child restraint in the front seat. We therefore strongly recommend that you always place a child in a rear-facing child restraint in a backseat. R If you must install a BabySmart TM compatible rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat because circumstances require you to do so, make sure the 59 indicator lamp[...]

Occupant safety 57 The system does not deactivate the side impact air bag, the window curtain air bag and the Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD). Self-test BabySmart TM without special child seat installed After turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 or pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once or twice, the 59 indicator [...]

Occupant safety 58 your seat belt buckled, you are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, the possibility of injury or death is lessened if you are properly wearing your seat belt. The air bags can only protect as intended if the occupants are properly we[...]

Occupant safety 59 injuries. The seat belt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdomen, which could severely injure internal organs such as your liver or spleen. Adjust the seat belt so that the shoulder section is located as close as possible to the middle of the shoulder (it should not touch the neck). Never pass the shoulder portion o[...]

Occupant safety 60 If you are ever in an accident, your injuries can be considerably more severe without your seat belt properly buckled. Without your seat belt buckled, you are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, the possibility of injury or death is [...]

Occupant safety 61 1 Seat belt outlet 2 Latch plate 3 Buckle 4 Seat belt release button X With a smooth motion, pull the seat belt out of seat belt outlet 1 . X Place the shoulder portion of the seat belt across the top of your shoulder and the lap portion across your hips. X Push latch plate 2 into buckle 3 until it clicks. X If necessary, adjust [...]

Occupant safety 62 Enhanced seat belt reminder system When the engine is started, the seat belt telltale < will always illuminate for 6 seconds to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. If the driver’s seat belt is not fastened when the engine is started, an additional warning chime will also sound for a maximum of 6 seconds[...]

Occupant safety 63 The ETDs do not pull occupants back toward the seat backrest. G Warning! Pyrotechnic ETDs that were activated must be replaced. For your safety, when disposing of the pyrotechnic ETDs always follow our safety instructions. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. PRE-SAFE ® has electrically operated reversible[...]

Occupant safety 64 Active head restraints The active head restraints are intended to offer the driver and front passenger increased protection from whiplash-type injuries. In the event of a rear-end collision, the active head restraints on the driver’s and front passenger’s seat are designed to move forward in the direction of travel, providing[...]

Occupant safety 65 1 Steering wheel 2 Seat belt 3 Seat X Position seat 3 ( Y page 98) and head restraint properly ( Y page 100). G Observe Safety notes, see page 97. Observe the following points: R Always be in a properly seated position. R The position should be as far rearward from the front air bag in steering wheel 1 as possible, while still pe[...]

Occupant safety 66 Children in the vehicle Safety notes If an infant or child is traveling with you in the vehicle: X Secure the child using an infant or child restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child. X Make sure the infant or child is properly secured at all times while the vehicle is in motion. G Warning! When leaving the vehicle, [...]

Occupant safety 67 Canada only: Only use a BabySmart TM compatible child restraint for the front passenger seat in this vehicle. All lap/shoulder belts except the driver’s seat belt have special seat belt retractors for secure fastening of child restraints. To fasten a child restraint, follow child restraint instructions for mounting. Then pull t[...]

Occupant safety 68 Children can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag. Note the following important information when circumstances require you to place a child in the front passenger seat: R USA only: Your vehicle is equipped with air bag technology designed to deactivate the front passenger front air bag in your vehicle when the s[...]

Occupant safety 69 are not properly secured in the vehicle and/or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper seat belt positioning [...]

Occupant safety 70 2 Anchorage ring 3 Hook 4 Top tether strap X Guide top tether strap 4 between head restraint and top of the seat backrest. i For safety, make sure hook 3 is attached to anchorage ring 2 beyond the safety catch, as illustrated. X Securely fasten hook 3 , which is part of the tether strap 4 , to anchorage ring 2 . Make sure R the t[...]

Occupant safety 71 including some Mercedes-Benz approved child seats, can be used in this seating position. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for more information. Do not use the LATCH anchors or seat belt buckle for the outboard seats in conjunction with a child seat in the second-row middle seat position. Child seats in the middle seatin[...]

Occupant safety 72 X Guide top tether strap 6 between head restraint and top of the seat backrest. i For safety, make sure hook 5 is attached to anchorage ring 4 beyond the safety catch, as illustrated. X Securely fasten hook 5 , which is part of top tether strap 6 , to anchorage ring 4 . Make sure R the top tether strap is not twisted R the head r[...]

Occupant safety 73 The LATCH-type anchors on the outboard second-row seats are covered with upholstery blends. 1 Anchors, outboard second-row seats 2 Indicates the position of the anchors X Move the respective outboard second-row seat backrest to an upright position ( Y page 104). X Push the upholstery blend to the side. X Install a LATCH-type chil[...]

Occupant safety 74 1 Releasing 2 Securing X Securing: Press the lever down in direction of arrow 2 . X Check to make sure the child safety locks are working properly. X Releasing: Press the lever up in direction of arrow 1 . Override switch G Observe Safety notes, see page 66. With the override switch you can disable the rear door window switches i[...]

Driving safety systems 75 Panic alarm 1 Â button i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any unauthoriz[...]

Driving safety systems 76 prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle. They cannot increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of a vehicle equipped with t[...]

Driving safety systems 77 For more information, see “What to do if …?” ( Y page 341). BAS G Observe Safety notes, see page 75. The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, the BAS automatically provides full brake boost, thereby potentially reducing the braking distance. X Apply continu[...]

Driving safety systems 78 G Warning! Never switch off the ESP ® when you see the ESP ® warning lamp v flashing in the instrument cluster. In this case proceed as follows: R When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible. R While driving, ease up on the accelerator pedal. R Adapt your speed and driving style to the prevailing road conditio[...]

Driving safety systems 79 G Warning! Switch on the ESP ® immediately if the aforementioned circumstances do not apply anymore. Otherwise the ESP ® will not stabilize the vehicle when it is starting to skid or a wheel is spinning. When you switch off the ESP ® R the ESP ® does not stabilize the vehicle R the engine output is not limited, which a[...]

Anti-theft systems 80 The ESP ® trailer stabilization is functional at vehicle speeds above approximately 40 mph (65 km/h) when the ESP ® is switched on. G Warning! The system will not be able to assist when the trailer jackknifes R if the ESP ® has switched off due to a malfunction R on wet or icy roads R on roads with slippery surface R in san[...]

Anti-theft systems 81 1 Indicator lamp X Arming: Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO. The turn signal lamps flash three times to indicate that the vehicle is locked. Indicator lamp 1 flashes to indicate that the alarm system is armed. i If the turn signal lamps do not flash three times, a door or the tailgate may not be properly c[...]

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83 Vehicle equipment .............................. 84 Locking and unlocking ....................... 84 Starter switch positions ..................... 95 Seats .................................................... 97 Multifunction steering wheel .......... 108 Mirrors ............................................... 111 Memory function ..............[...]

Locking and unlocking 84 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Locking and unlocking Notes G Observe Safety notes, see page 66. When [...]

Locking and unlocking 85 1 j Lock button 2 i Unlock button for tailgate 3 k Unlock button 4 Battery check lamp i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including in[...]

Locking and unlocking 86 When the SmartKey is valid, your vehicle unlocks R the doors R the fuel filler flap R the tailgate i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received,[...]

Locking and unlocking 87 Detected appears in the multifunction display - with the engine running, the message Key Not Detected appears in the multifunction display while driving off Find the SmartKey or change its present location immediately (e.g. place it on the front passenger seat or insert it in shirt pocket). R If you have started the engine [...]

Locking and unlocking 88 X Unlocking driver’s door and fuel filler flap: Grasp the driver’s outside door handle. X Global unlocking: Grasp any outside door handle other than the driver’s outside door handle. X Global locking: Press lock button 1 on an outside door handle. Checking SmartKey batteries X Press button j or k on the SmartKey. Batt[...]

Locking and unlocking 89 Automatic central locking The doors and the tailgate lock automatically when the vehicle is set into motion. You can open a locked door from the inside. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so. The doors are designed to unlock automatically after an accident if the force of the impact exceeds a preset threshold. Th[...]

Locking and unlocking 90 Tailgate G Warning! Make sure the tailgate is closed when the engine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. A minimum height clearance of 7.20 ft (2.20 m) is required to open the tailgate. Opening the tailgate fr[...]

Locking and unlocking 91 ! Always make sure there is sufficient overhead clearance. You can unlock the tailgate from the third-row seats and then open it manually. 1 Handle 2 Push 3 Lift X Push handle 1 in direction of arrow 2 and hold it there. X From this position, lift handle 1 in direction of arrow 3 and hold it there. The tailgate is released [...]

Locking and unlocking 92 X Press and hold button i on the SmartKey until the tailgate unlocks and begins to open. While the tailgate is opening, an acoustic warning sounds. or X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Pull on the handle ( Y page 90). The tailgate is unlocked and opens. Depending on production date, an acoustic warning sounds while the tailgate o[...]

Locking and unlocking 93 X Press tailgate closing switch 1 briefly or press and hold button i on the SmartKey. The tailgate closes. Depending on production date, an acoustic warning sounds when the tailgate closes. If the tailgate comes into contact with an object while closing (e.g. luggage that has been piled too high), the closing procedure is s[...]

Locking and unlocking 94 signals will not flash and the anti-theft alarm will be triggered when the tailgate is opened. Opening/closing the tailgate from the inside Opening G Warning! Maintain sight of the area around the rear of the vehicle while operating the tailgate with the door-mounted remote tailgate switch or with button i on the SmartKey. [...]

Starter switch positions 95 Activating X Open tailgate: Pull on handle ( Y page 90) or press and hold button i on the SmartKey until the tailgate opens. X Stop opening procedure: When the tailgate is in the desired position, press tailgate closing switch ( Y page 93) or press button i on the SmartKey once more. i You can also press or pull the remo[...]

Starter switch positions 96 KEYLESS-GO G Observe Safety notes, see page 66. Vehicles equipped with the KEYLESS-GO feature are supplied with a SmartKey with integrated KEYLESS-GO function and a removable KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. With the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button inserted in the starter switch and the SmartKey present in the vehicle, pressin[...]

Seats 97 i If you now press the KEYLESS-GO start/ stop button R once more, the ignition (position 2 ) is switched on R twice more the power supply is again switched off Ignition (or position 2) X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button twice. This supplies power for all electrical consumers. All lamps (except high-beam headlamp indicator lamp and tu[...]

Seats 98 an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. G Warning! According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be placed in the r[...]

Seats 99 the uppermost position, it could hit and damage the sun visor. i Vehicles without memory function: The seats can be adjusted within 5 minutes after either front door has been opened. The counter resets each time R you open or close a front door R you insert the SmartKey into the starter switch R you remove the SmartKey from the starter swi[...]

Seats 100 X Raising: Adjust the height of head restraint 1 manually by pulling it upward. If head restraint 1 is fully retracted, push release button 2 in direction of arrow and pull head restraint 1 upward. X Lowering: Push release button 2 in direction of arrow and press down on head restraint 1 . Head restraint fore and aft adjustment G Warning![...]

Seats 101 Easy-entry/exit position X Enter the vehicle. For information on how to fold down the second-row seats completely, see “Expanding cargo volume” ( Y page 209). Easy-exit feature for third-row seats The easy-exit strap is located on the rear of each outboard second-row seat base. 1 Easy-exit strap X To exit the vehicle when seated on a [...]

Seats 102 R the outboard second-row seats are properly locked R the seat backrests of the outboard second-row seats are in an upright position and are properly locked An outboard second-row seat is properly locked only when lock status indicator 1 is in hinged position and red marking 2 is barely visible. If a seat and seat backrest are not properl[...]

Seats 103 Lumbar support You can adjust the contour of the driver’s seat lumbar support to help enhance support to your spine. 1 Curvature up 2 Less curvature 3 Curvature down 4 Greater curvature X Curvature position: Use button 1 to move the curvature up and button 3 to move it down. X Degree of curvature: Use button 2 to lessen the curvature an[...]

Seats 104 force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries. Fore and aft adjustment (outboard second-row seats) 1 Adjustment handle X Pull up handle 1 in direction of arrow and hold it there. X Move seat to the desired position. X Release handle 1 . The seat must audibly engage. Seat backrest tilt (outboard second-row s[...]

Seats 105 X Release handle 1 when the seat backrest has reached the desired position. X To make sure the seat backrest has engaged, lean firmly against the backrest. Head restraint height G Warning! With the second-row middle seat or a third- row seat occupied, make sure to move the respective head restraint up from the lowest non-use position and [...]

Seats 106 i When removing or installing the head restraint of an outboard second-row seat, adjust the seat to the rear as far as possible ( Y page 104) and fold the seat backrest ( Y page 100) forward. Seat position for removal of head restraints from outboard second-row seats 1 Head restraint 2 Release button Removing X Pull head restraint 1 to it[...]

Seats 107 Do not fold the second-row middle seat and allow occupants to use the folded second- row middle seat as a table while driving. Objects placed on the folded second-row middle seat may move freely during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or an accident and be thrown around in the vehicle interior. Objects thrown around in the vehicle interior may[...]

Multifunction steering wheel 108 Seat heating 1 Front seat heating switch 2 Indicator lamps The switches for the outboard second-row seat heating are located in the rear center console. 1 Rear seat heating switch 2 Indicator lamps The red indicator lamps in the switch come on to show which heating level you have selected. The seat heating switches [...]

Multifunction steering wheel 109 Steering wheel adjustment, manual 1 Release handle X Unlocking: Pull release handle 1 out to its stop limit. X Move steering wheel to the desired position. X Locking: Push release handle 1 back to its original position. X Make sure the steering wheel is securely locked by trying to move it up and down as well as in [...]

Multifunction steering wheel 110 With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel will return to its last set position when you close the driver’s door with the ignition switched on. The steering wheel will also return to its last set position when you insert the SmartKey into the starter switch or press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop bu[...]

Mirrors 111 switch off the ignition and open the driver’s door. For more information on the steering wheel, see “Multifunction steering wheel” ( Y page 145). Mirrors Notes Adjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffic conditions. Interior rear view mirror X Adjust the in[...]

Mirrors 112 1 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror button 2 Adjustment button 3 Passenger-side exterior rear view mirror button X Switch on the ignition. X Press button 1 for the driver’s side exterior rear view mirror or button 3 for the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror. The indicator lamp in the respective button comes on for appro[...]

Mirrors 113 Power folding exterior rear view mirrors ! Before you drive the vehicle through an automatic car wash, fold in the exterior rear view mirrors. Otherwise they may get damaged. Folding in and out automatically When the corresponding function in the control system is activated ( Y page 159): R The exterior rear view mirrors fold in automat[...]

Memory function 114 Memory function Notes With the memory function you can store up to three different configurations per front seat. Each memory position button on the driver’s side can store all of the following settings: R Seat position R Multicontour seat: previously saved setting R Steering wheel position R Exterior rear view mirrors’ posi[...]

Lighting 115 Lighting Notes i If you drive in countries where vehicles drive on the other side of the road than the country where the vehicle is registered, you must have the headlamps modified for symmetrical low beams. Relevant information can be obtained at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i Vehicles equipped with active Bi-Xenon headlamps: [...]

Lighting 116 R License plate lamps R Side marker lamps R Instrument panel lamps R Green indicator lamp C in the exterior lamp switch X Switching off: Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M . Automatic headlamp mode The following lamps come on and go out automatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light: R Low-beam headlamps R Tail[...]

Lighting 117 Canada only With the exterior lamp switch in position M or U , you cannot switch on the high- beam headlamps. The high-beam flasher is available at all times. For nighttime driving turn the exterior lamp switch to position B to permit activation of the high-beam headlamps. When the engine is running, and you R shift from a driving posi[...]

Lighting 118 Locator lighting and night security illumination Locator lighting and night security illumination are described in the “Control system” section, see “Setting locator lighting” ( Y page 156) and “Setting night security illumination (Headlamps delayed shut-off feature)” ( Y page 157). Combination switch 1 High beam 2 High-bea[...]

Lighting 119 Hazard warning flasher The hazard warning flasher can be switched on at all times, even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch. The hazard warning flasher comes on automatically when an air bag deploys. 1 Hazard warning flasher switch X Switching on: Press hazard warning flasher switch 1 . All turn signal lamps are flashing.[...]

Lighting 120 front fog lamp comes on on the side of the turn signal. or X Turn steering wheel in the desired direction. Driving forward: The front fog lamp on the side of your steering direction comes on. Driving in reverse: The front fog lamp opposite to your steering direction comes on. The corner-illuminating front fog lamps will come on automat[...]

Lighting 121 Automatic control X Activating: Press button ] . Button ] disengages and sits flush with the other buttons. The interior lighting and the locator lighting ( Y page 156) come on in darkness, when you: R unlock the vehicle R remove the SmartKey from the starter switch R open a door R open the tailgate X Deactivating: Press button ] . But[...]

Wipers 122 Third-row reading lamps The third-row reading lamps are located in the rear overhead control panel. 1 X Right third-row reading lamp on/off 2 X Left third-row reading lamp on/off 3 Left third-row reading lamp 4 Rear interior lighting 5 Right third-row reading lamp X Switching on/off third-row reading lamps: Press respective reading lamp [...]

Wipers 123 suitable wiping interval depending on the wetness of the sensor surface automatically. ! Do not leave windshield wipers on an intermittent setting when the vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning. Windshield wipers will operate in the presence of water sprayed on the windshield, and windshield wipers may b[...]

Wipers 124 6 Rear window wiper indicator X Switch on the ignition. The rear window wiper engages automatically when the automatic transmission is shifted into reverse gear R with the windshield wipers switched on. X Activating intermittent wiping: Turn rear window wiper switch 1 to position & . In the lower multifunction display you will see re[...]

Power windows 125 Power windows Opening and closing The door windows and the hinged quarter windows are opened and closed electrically. The switches for all door windows and the hinged quarter windows are located on the driver’s door control panel. The switches for the respective door windows are located on the front passenger door and the rear d[...]

Power windows 126 1 Left front door window 2 Right front door window 3 Right rear door window 4 Left rear door window 5 Hinged quarter windows Door windows X Switch on the ignition. X Opening/Closing: Press or pull and hold switch 1 to 4 to the resistance point. The corresponding window will move downwards or upwards until you release the switch. X[...]

Power windows 127 the closing process, they will stop and open slightly. X Halting closing process: Press or pull switch 5 once more during the closing process. The hinged quarter windows will stop and open completely. i For your safety, the hinged quarter windows cannot be opened again until 4 seconds have passed. Synchronizing door windows The do[...]

Power windows 128 The windows and the tilt/sliding panel opens after approximately 1 second. X Release button k on the SmartKey to interrupt the opening procedure. Convenience closing feature When locking the vehicle, you can simultaneously close R the door windows R the hinged quarter windows R the tilt/sliding sunroof R the panorama roof Afterwar[...]

Driving and parking 129 Vehicles without panorama roof X Press and hold the lock button on an outside door handle ( Y page 87) until the windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof are completely closed. X Release the lock button on the outside door handle to interrupt the closing procedure. Vehicles with panorama roof When tilt/sliding panel is opened: X[...]

Driving and parking 130 Automatic transmission Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission 1 Button for selecting park position P Á Park position  Reverse gear À Neutral position ¿ Drive position For more information on how to operate the gear selector lever, see “Automatic transmission” ( Y page 136). X Make sure the automatic transmissi[...]

Driving and parking 131 X Make sure the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button is inserted in the starter switch. i If you wish to start the engine with the SmartKey instead of the KEYLESS-GO function, remove the KEYLESS-GO start/ stop button from the starter switch and proceed as described in “With SmartKey” ( Y page 130). X Depress the brake pedal duri[...]

Driving and parking 132 Driving off G Warning! On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to obtain braking action. This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control. Your vehicle’s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control. ! Do not run cold engine at high engine speeds. Running a cold engine at high engine speed[...]

Driving and parking 133 For more information on driving, see “Driving instructions” ( Y page 279). Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires R Gasoline engine: An ignition cable may be damaged. R The engine electronics may not be operating properly. R Gasoline engine: Unburned gasoline may have entered the catalytic conver[...]

Driving and parking 134 from the starter switch, or press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. R Take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle when leaving. Parking brake G Warning! Engaging the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion can cause the rear wheels to lock up. You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. In addition,[...]

Driving and parking 135 neutral position N , see “Remaining in neutral position N ” ( Y page 137). With SmartKey X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 . X Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. The immobilizer is activated. If you turn off the engine using the SmartKey, and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or [...]

Automatic transmission 136 Automatic transmission Introduction For information on driving with an automatic transmission, see “Driving and parking” ( Y page 129). G Warning! Make sure absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedals’ range of movement. Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all obstacles. If there are any floormats or carpets [...]

Automatic transmission 137 When trying to free a vehicle stuck in mud or snow, see “Rocking the vehicle” ( Y page 140). i Shifting the automatic transmission out of park position P is only possible with the brake pedal depressed. Without the brake pedal depressed, the gear selector lever can be moved up or down, but the parking pawl remains eng[...]

Automatic transmission 138 With SmartKey: X Make sure the ignition is switched on. X With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed. X Shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N . X Release the brake pedal. X If engaged, release the parking brake. X Switch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey in the s[...]

Automatic transmission 139 If the current transmission position does not appear in the multifunction display due to a malfunction, for example, make sure that the automatic transmission is in the desired position: X Shift the automatic transmission into drive position D . X Select program mode S . X Do not limit the gear range. X Drive off carefull[...]

Automatic transmission 140 Effect The automatic transmission shifts automatically. All forward gears are available. Driving tips Kickdown Use the kickdown when you want maximum acceleration. X Fully depress the accelerator pedal. Depending on the engine speed the automatic transmission shifts into a lower gear. Canada vehicles only: X Depress the a[...]

Automatic transmission 141 Effect è With this selection you can use the braking effect of the engine. ç Allows the use of engine’s braking power when driving R on steep downgrades R in mountainous regions R under extreme operating conditions æ For maximum use of engine’s braking effect on very steep or lengthy downgrades. Automatic shift pro[...]

Automatic transmission 142 One-touch gearshifting With the automatic transmission in drive position D , you can limit or extend the gear range using the steering wheel gearshift contol. Steering wheel gearshift control 1 Limiting gear range 2 Extending gear range i You cannot shift with the steering wheel gearshift control when the automatic transm[...]

Instrument cluster 143 Emergency operation (limp-home mode) If vehicle acceleration becomes less responsive or sluggish or the automatic transmission no longer shifts, the automatic transmission is most likely operating in limp- home (emergency operation) mode. In this mode only second gear and reverse gear R can be selected. X Stop the vehicle in [...]

Instrument cluster 144 1 To dim instrument cluster illumination 2 Reset button 3 To brighten instrument cluster illumination Activating the instrument cluster The instrument cluster is activated when you R open a front door R switch on the ignition R press reset button 2 R switch on the exterior lamps i Opening a front door or pressing the reset bu[...]

Control system 145 Control system Introduction The control system is activated as soon as the starter switch is in position 1 ( Y page 95). The control system enables you to call up information about your vehicle and to change vehicle settings. For example, you can use the control system to find out when your vehicle is next due for maintenance ser[...]

Control system 146 Press button briefly j k to move within a menu Within Audio/DVD menu to select previous or next track, scene or stored station. Within Telephone menu to switch to the phone book and select a name or number. Press and hold button j k Within Audio/DVD menu to select previous or next track with quick search or to select previous or [...]

Control system 147 Menus and submenus Controls in detail Z[...]

Control system 148 i The headings used in the menus table are designed to facilitate navigation within the system and are not necessarily identical to those shown in the multifunction display. The first function displayed in each menu will automatically show you which part of the system you are in. Function 1 Standard display menu ( Y page 148) 2 A[...]

Control system 149 During severe operating conditions, e.g. stop- and-go traffic, the coolant temperature may rise close to 248‡ (120†). ! Excessive coolant temperature triggers a warning in the multifunction display. The engine should not be operated with a coolant temperature above 248‡ (120†). Doing so may cause serious engine damage whi[...]

Control system 150 X Turn on the COMAND system and select radio. Refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions. X Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the currently tuned station appears in the multifunction display. Example illustration 1 Wave band setting and stored memory position 2 Station frequency X Select next or previous stored s[...]

Control system 151 Navigation menu The Navigation menu contains the functions needed to operate your navigation system. X Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the Navigation menu appears in the multifunction display. The message shown in the multifunction display depends on the status of the navigation system: R With the COMAND system switched of[...]

Control system 152 X Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the Vehicle status message memory menu appears in the multifunction display. If conditions have occurred causing status messages to be recorded, the number of messages appears in the multifunction display: X Press button j or k . The stored messages will now be displayed in the order in wh[...]

Control system 153 X Press the reset button in the instrument cluster for approximately 3 seconds. X Press the reset button once more. The functions of all the submenus will be reset to factory settings. The settings you have changed will not be reset unless you confirm the action by pressing the reset button a second time. After approximately 5 se[...]

Control system 154 R Setting night security illumination (Headlamps delayed shut-off feature) ( Y page 157) R Setting interior lighting delayed shut-off ( Y page 158) Vehicle submenu R Setting automatic cental locking ( Y page 158) Comfort submenu R Activating easy-entry/exit feature ( Y page 159) R Setting fold-in function for exterior rear view m[...]

Control system 155 Selecting display (digital speedometer or outside temperature) for status indicator X Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Instrument Cluster submenu. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Status Line Display appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting. X Pres[...]

Control system 156 Example illustration for setting the month X Press button æ or ç to set the month, day, or year. Lighting submenu Access the Lighting submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Lighting submenu to change the lamp and lighting settings on your vehicle. The following functions are available: R Setting daytime running lamp mode (USA o[...]

Control system 157 unlocked using button k on the SmartKey: R Parking lamps R Tail lamps R License plate lamps R Side marker lamps R Front fog lamps The locator lighting goes out when the driver’s door is opened. If you do not open the driver’s door after unlocking the vehicle with the SmartKey, the lamps will go out automatically after approxi[...]

Control system 158 X Press button æ or ç to switch the headlamps delayed shut-off feature On or Off . X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position U before turning off the engine. The headlamps delayed shut-off feature is activated. You can temporarily deactivate the headlamps delayed shut-off feature: X Before exiting the vehicle, turn the SmartK[...]

Control system 159 ( Y page 159) or to set the fold-in function for exterior rear view mirrors ( Y page 159). Activating easy-entry/exit feature Use this function to activate and deactivate the easy-entry/exit feature ( Y page 109). G Warning! You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel when the easy-entry/e[...]

Control system 160 Trip computer menu Use the Trip computer menu to call up statistical data on your vehicle. The following information is available: R Fuel consumption statistics since start ( Y page 160) R Fuel consumption statistics since last reset ( Y page 160) R Resetting fuel consumption statistics ( Y page 160) R Distance to empty ( Y page [...]

Control system 161 Distance to empty X Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the message From Start appears in the multifunction display. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Range: appears in the multifunction display. The calculated remaining driving range based on the current fuel tank level appears in the multifunction display. I[...]

Control system 162 multifunction display you will then see the following message, or if available, the caller ID (number or name): X Press button s . You have answered the call. Ending a call or rejecting an incoming call X Press button t . Dialing a number from the phone book When your telephone is ready to receive calls, you may select and dial a[...]

Driving systems 163 X Press button j or k repeatedly until the desired number or name appears in the multifunction display. X Press button s . The control system dials the selected phone number. Driving systems Introduction This section describes the following driving systems of your vehicle: R Cruise control R AIRMATIC R Parktronic system R Rear v[...]

Driving systems 164 brake pedal depresses automatically when the cruise control engages the brakes. Keep the driver’s footwell clear at all times, including the area under the brake pedal. Objects stored in this area may impair pedal movement which could interfere with the braking ability of the cruise control system. Do not place your foot under[...]

Driving systems 165 R the ESP ® has switched off due to a malfunction R you shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N while driving Observe additional messages in the multifunction display that may appear. Depressing the accelerator pedal does not deactivate the cruise control. After a brief acceleration (e.g. for passing), the crui[...]

Driving systems 166 The last stored speed is deleted from memory when the engine is turned off. Hill start assist system G Warning! The hill start assist system is not designed to function as a parking brake and does not prevent the vehicle from moving when parked on an incline. Always engage the parking brake in addition to shifting the automatic [...]

Driving systems 167 Indicator lamp 3 comes on. X Start the engine. X Press ADS switch 1 repeatedly until the desired suspension tuning is reached. The setting remains stored when you turn off the engine. Vehicle level control Your vehicle automatically adjusts its ride height to increase vehicle safety and to reduce fuel consumption. i Changes to t[...]

Driving systems 168 i The third available level is the highspeed level that is set automatically. The following is the approximate change in ride height for each of the level settings: Level Ride height Raised +1.97 in (50 mm) Highway +/-0 in (0 mm) Highspeed -0.78 in (-20 mm) i The vehicle is lowered to the highspeed level automatically if the veh[...]

Driving systems 169 When indicator lamp 2 is on: X Press switch 1 . Indicator lamp 2 flashes. The vehicle adjusts to the highway level. The following message appears in the multifunction display while the level is being set: When the highway level is reached, indicator lamp 2 goes out and the following message appears in the multifunction display: [...]

Driving systems 170 Parktronic system The Parktronic system is an electronic parking aid with ultrasonic sensors designed to assist the driver during parking maneuvers. It indicates the relative distance between the vehicle and an obstacle visually and audibly. The Parktronic system is activated automatically when you R switch on the ignition and R[...]

Driving systems 171 Range of the sensors Front sensors Center approx. 40 in (100 cm) Corners approx. 24 in (60 cm) Rear sensors Center approx. 48 in (120 cm) Corners approx. 32 in (80 cm) Minimum distance Center approx. 8 in (20 cm) Corners approx. 6 in (15 cm) If the Parktronic system detects an obstacle in this range, all the distance warning seg[...]

Driving systems 172 Rear area warning indicator 1 Left side of the vehicle 2 Right side of the vehicle 3 Readiness indicators Each warning indicator is divided into five yellow and two red distance segments for either side of the vehicle. The Parktronic system is ready to measure when the yellow readiness indicators 3 are illuminated. The current t[...]

Driving systems 173 Parktronic system malfunction There is a malfunction in the Parktronic system, if only the red distance segments illuminate and an acoustic warning sounds. The Parktronic system will switch off automatically after 20 seconds and indicator lamp 2 in Parktronic switch 1 comes on. X Have the Parktronic system checked at an authoriz[...]

Driving systems 174 In this case, have the position and setting of the camera checked by a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you contact a Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose. Do not use the rear view camera in these situations. Otherwise you could injure yourself or others and/or damage property including your vehicle [...]

Overview of climate control system functions and air vents 175 Overview of climate control system functions and air vents Your vehicle is equipped with either of the following climate control systems: Climate control 3-zone automatic climate control USA only Canada only Rear automatic climate control The climate control combines an automatic heatin[...]

Overview of climate control system functions and air vents 176 Air vents G Warning! When operating the climate control, the air that enters the passenger compartment through the air vents can be very hot or very cold (depending on the set temperature). This may cause burns or frostbite to unprotected skin in the immediate area of the air vents. Alw[...]

Overview of climate control system functions and air vents 177 Rear center console air vents 1 Rear climate control panel 2 Right rear center air vent, adjustable 3 Left rear center air vent, adjustable When the front climate control panel is switched on or off, the air supply through the rear center air vents is also switched on or off. B-pillar a[...]

Climate control 178 Climate control Control panel Function Recommendation/Notes 1 Temperature control, driver’s side i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 183) 2 U Air distribution and air volume (automatic mode) i Switches on the automatic mode. The indicator lamp in button U comes on. ( Y page 182) Controls in detail[...]

Climate control 179 Function Recommendation/Notes 3 | Front defroster i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the side windows are clear again. ( Y page 183) 4 Q Increasing air volume ( Y page 183) 5 { Air distribution (directs air through the windshield and side air vents) ( Y page 183) 6 9 AC cooling on/off i Switches on the air[...]

Climate control 180 Function Recommendation/Notes b Air volume display c · Decreasing air volume ( Y page 183) d 1 Rear window defroster i At very low temperatures, rear window defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle interior has warmed up. ( Y page 199) e : Air recirculation i Only use this function for a short time, e.g. in a tunnel. Ot[...]

Climate control 181 Notes on climate control The climate control is operational whenever the engine is running. You can operate the climate control system in either the automatic or manual mode. The system cools or heats the interior depending on the selected interior temperature and the current outside temperature. Nearly all dust particles, pollu[...]

Climate control 182 Air conditioning The air conditioning is operational while the engine is running and cools the interior air to the temperature set by the operator. In addition, the air conditioning dehumidifies the interior air and helps prevent window fogging. G Warning! If you switch off the cooling function, the vehicle will not be cooled wh[...]

Climate control 183 X Deactivating: Press button · or Q . The indicator lamp in button U goes out. The automatic operation of air volume switches off. The selected blower speed is shown in air volume display b ( Y page 178). or X Press air distribution button { , a , or Y . The indicator lamp in button U goes out. The automatic operation of air di[...]

Climate control 184 R most efficient blower speed and heating power, depending on outside temperature R air flows onto the windshield and the front door windows (side air vents must be open) R the air conditioning compressor switches on at outside temperatures above approximately 41‡ (5†) for air- drying Adjustments You can adjust the air volum[...]

Climate control 185 i The air recirculation mode is activated automatically at high outside temperatures. The indicator lamp in button : is not lit when the air recirculation mode is switched on automatically. A quantity of outside air is added after approximately 30 minutes. If you have turned off the air conditioning or the outside temperature is[...]

3-zone automatic climate control 186 3-zone automatic climate control Control panels USA only Controls in detail[...]

3-zone automatic climate control 187 Function Recommendation/Notes 1 Temperature control, driver’s side i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 195) 2 U Air distribution and air volume (automatic mode) i Switches on the automatic mode. The indicator lamp in button U comes on. ( Y page 194) 3 | Front defroster i Keep this setting selected[...]

3-zone automatic climate control 188 Function Recommendation/Notes a Y Air distribution (directs air through the footwells and side air vents) ( Y page 196) b Air volume display c · Decreasing air volume ( Y page 197) d 1 Rear window defroster i At very low temperatures, rear window defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle interior has war[...]

3-zone automatic climate control 189 Canada only Function Recommendation/Notes 1 Temperature control, driver’s side i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 195) 2 U Air distribution and air volume (automatic mode) i Switches on the automatic mode. The indicator lamp in button U comes on. ( Y page 194) 3 6 Air distribution, driver’s sid[...]

3-zone automatic climate control 190 Function Recommendation/Notes 4 | Front defroster i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the side windows are clear again. ( Y page 197) 5 Q Increasing air volume ( Y page 197) 6 1 Rear window defroster i At very low temperatures, rear window defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle in[...]

3-zone automatic climate control 191 Function Recommendation/Notes d 9 AC cooling on/off i Switches on the air conditioning. The indicator lamp in button 9 comes on. ( Y page 193) 9 Residual heat ventilation i With the engine turned off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior. ( Y page 199) e Display f ß Decreasing air volume[...]

3-zone automatic climate control 192 Rear automatic climate control 1 Increasing air volume 2 Temperature control 3 Air distribution and air volume (automatic mode) 4 Air distribution (directs air through the side air vents) 5 Air distribution (directs air through the footwells and side air vents) 6 Rear automatic climate control on/off 7 Decreasin[...]

3-zone automatic climate control 193 Deactivating the climate control system G Warning! When the climate control system is switched off, the outside air supply and circulation are also switched off. Only choose this setting for a short time. Otherwise the windows could fog up, impairing visibility and endangering you and others. Deactivating the fr[...]

3-zone automatic climate control 194 Deactivating It is possible to deactivate the cooling function of the climate control system. The interior air will then no longer be cooled or dehumidified. X Press button 9 . The indicator lamp in the button goes out. The cooling function switches off after a short delay. Activating Moist air can fog up the wi[...]

3-zone automatic climate control 195 Automatic mode with rear climate control panel X Activating: Press button U . The indicator lamp in the button comes on. The temperature, air volume and air distribution are adjusted automatically. X Deactivating: Press button · or Q . The automatic air volume is switched off and is controlled according to the [...]

3-zone automatic climate control 196 Rear temperature with rear climate control panel X Increasing/decreasing: Turn temperature control 2 ( Y page 192) slightly clockwise or counterclockwise. Adjusting air distribution USA only The air distribution can be adjusted manually. The symbols on the buttons represent the following functions: Symbol Functi[...]

3-zone automatic climate control 197 Adjusting air volume USA only X Decrease/increase: Press button · or Q . The automatic mode is switched off. The selected blower speed is shown in air volume display b ( Y page 186). Canada only X Decrease/increase: Press button · or Q . The automatic mode is switched off. The selected blower speed appears in [...]

3-zone automatic climate control 198 The previous settings are once again in effect. The air conditioning compressor remains switched on. i To deactivate, you can also press button ´ or U . Windshield fogged on the outside X Switch the windshield wipers on ( Y page 122). X Press button U . The indicator lamp in the button goes out. Air volume and [...]

Rear window defroster 199 Residual heat and ventilation With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for up to 30 minutes. This feature makes use of the residual heat produced by the engine. i How long the system will provide heating depends on the coolant temperature and the battery voltage. Regardless[...]

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 200 As soon as the battery has sufficient voltage, the rear window defroster switches back on automatically. Power tilt/sliding sunroof Opening and closing G Warning! When opening or closing the tilt/sliding sunroof, make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening/ closing procedure. The tilt/sliding su[...]

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 201 ! Please keep in mind that weather conditions can sometimes change rapidly. Make sure to close the tilt/sliding sunroof when leaving the vehicle. If water enters the vehicle interior, vehicle electronics could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. i You can also open or close the tilt/[...]

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 202 Raising X Rasing manually: Press and hold the sunroof switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 1 . X Release the sunroof switch when the desired position is reached. X Express operation: To raise the tilt/ sliding sunroof completely, press the sunroof switch past the resistance point in direction of arrow [...]

Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel 203 as with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch). The driver’s door then can be closed again. X Remove the fuse for the tilt/sliding sunroof from the fuse box ( Y page 385). X Reinsert the fuse in the fuse box. X Switch on the ignition. X Press and hold the sunroof switch in direction of arrow [...]

Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel 204 obstruction that blocks its path, the automatic reversal function will stop the tilt/sliding panel and open it slightly. The tilt/sliding panel operates differently when the roof panel switch is pressed and held. See the “Closing when the tilt/sliding panel is blocked” section in this chapter for [...]

Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel 205 Opening X Opening manually: Press and hold the roof panel switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 2 . X Release the roof panel switch when the desired position is reached. X Express operation: To open the tilt/ sliding panel completely, press the roof panel switch past the resistance poin[...]

Loading and storing 206 Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. X Vehicles with SmartKey: Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Switch off the ignition and open the driver’s door (this puts the starter switch in position 0 , same as with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch). The driver’s doo[...]

Loading and storing 207 Load distribution The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) which is the weight of the vehicle including fuel, tools, spare wheel, installed accessories, passengers and luggage/cargo must never exceed the load limit and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) for your vehicle as specified on the placard located on the driver’s door B-[...]

Loading and storing 208 Make sure R you can open the tailgate completely R you can raise the tilt/sliding sunroof (or tilt/sliding panel) at the rear completely R you can open the tilt/sliding sunroof (or tilt/sliding panel) completely 1 Trim cover X Flip trim covers 1 open. X Only attach the roof rack to the anchorage points under trim covers 1 . [...]

Loading and storing 209 Second-row footwell 1 Cargo tie-down ring Third-row footwell 1 Cargo tie-down ring Hooks Two hooks are located on the rear compartment trim panels, one on each side. 1 Hook Use the hooks to secure light-weight items only. The maximum permissible weight per hook is 9 lbs (4 kg). Expanding cargo volume You can separately fold [...]

Loading and storing 210 G Warning! Never drive the vehicle with the tailgate open. Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. ! When the outboard second-row seats are folded forward, the front seats may not be moved to the rearmost position. Otherwise you could damage the front and the outbo[...]

Loading and storing 211 Expanding cargo volume fully G Warning! Folded second-row seats are intended to serve as a cargo volume expansion in conjunction with folded third-row seats only. Do not fold the second-row seats and allow third-row seat occupants to use folded second-row seats as a footrest while driving. Third-row seat occupants must, like[...]

Loading and storing 212 moved to the rearmost position. Otherwise you could damage the front and the outboard second-row seats. ! Close the cup holders in front of the second-row seats before folding the second-row seats. Otherwise you could damage the cup holders and the second- row seats. X Move the seat to be folded to its rearmost position ( Y [...]

Loading and storing 213 1 Seat belt holder 2 Release handle 3 Seat backrest X Place seat belt in seat belt holder 1 . X Pull release handle 2 on seat backrest 3 in direction of arrow. Seat backrest 3 is released. X Slowly move seat backrest 3 forward. Seat cushion 7 is released and folds forward automatically. 3 Seat backrest (third-row seat) 4 Rec[...]

Loading and storing 214 ! When returning the seats to their original position, it is important to proceed in the following order: R third-row seats R outboard second-row seats R second-row middle seat (7-seat vehicles) Otherwise, you could damage the seats. Third-row seats 2 Release handle 3 Seat backrest 7 Seat cushion 8 Strap ! Do not fold up sea[...]

Loading and storing 215 When the seat is unlocked, lock status indicator 1 is extended and red marking 2 is clearly visible. X When the seat is unlocked, push seat backrest back until the seat audibly engages. Outboard second-row seat locked 1 Lock status indicator 2 Red marking When the seat is locked, lock status indicator 1 is in hinged position[...]

Loading and storing 216 X Rolling out blind: Pull blind on handle 1 across the cargo compartment. X Guide blind into mounts 2 and release. X Rolling up blind: Disengage blind and guide retraction by its handle 1 . Removing and installing blind Blind installed behind second-row seats 1 Release button 2 Blind X Removing: Roll up blind 2 . X Push rele[...]

Loading and storing 217 Extending blind 1 Blind 2 Extension 3 Guidings 4 Guide pins X Position extension 2 over blind 1 . Guide pins 4 must point directly at guidings 3 . X Turn extension 2 and blind 1 in opposite directions as indicated by the arrows. Guide pins 4 must engage in guidings 3 . When not in use, you can attach the cover blind extensio[...]

Loading and storing 218 1 Holder behind B-Pillar 2 Holder behind C-Pillar R With the cargo volume expanded in part ( Y page 210), use holders behind C-pillars 2 and the cargo tie-down rings in the third- row footwell ( Y page 209). R With the cargo volume fully expanded ( Y page 211), use holders behind B-pillars 1 and the cargo tie-down rings in t[...]

Loading and storing 219 Loosening the cargo net Belt hook attached in the third-row footwell 1 Buckle 2 Belt hook 3 Cargo tie-down ring X Loosen the tightening belt by pulling buckle 1 upward in direction of arrow. X Remove belt hook 2 from cargo tie-down ring 3 . Removing and storing the cargo net X Take cargo net bar 2 out of holder 1 ( Y page 21[...]

Loading and storing 220 X Opening: Pull glove box lid release 1 . X Closing: Push glove box lid 2 up until it engages. Locking and unlocking the glove box separately You can lock the glove box separately, e.g. when the vehicle is in the shop for service. The glove box can only be locked or unlocked with the mechanical key. $ Unlocking glove box % L[...]

Loading and storing 221 3 Telephone tray 4 Coinholders i The Roadside Assistance button p ( Y page 234) and the Information button ¡ ( Y page 234) are located in the telephone tray 3 . X Opening storage compartment: Press button 2 and lift up armrest. X Opening the telephone tray: Press button 1 and lift up armrest. Two coin holders 4 are located [...]

Loading and storing 222 1 Storage compartment i If your vehicle is equipped with a 3-zone automatic climate control, the storage compartment is replaced by an adjustable air vent ( Y page 177). Rear center console The rear center console is located between the second-row seats. The rear center console contains a storage compartment ( Y page 221) an[...]

Loading and storing 223 X Pull release handle 2 . The front part of center console 1 is released from base 3 . X Lift center console 1 in direction of arrow 4 and hold it there. X While holding center console 1 up, grip handle 5 . X Lift center console 1 at rear handle 5 to release the center console from anchorage points 6 . X Take center console [...]

Useful features 224 Useful features Cup holders G Warning! In order to help prevent spilling liquids on vehicle occupants and/or vehicle equipment, only use containers that fit into the cup holder. Use lids on open containers and do not fill containers to a height where the contents, especially hot liquids, could spill during braking, vehicle maneu[...]

Useful features 225 2 Card/ticket holder 5 Tabs X Reinstalling: Guide tabs 5 into openings. X Guide rear of card/ticket holder 2 into cup holder 1 . Cup holder in front of second-row seats Cup holder are located in front of the second- row seats. ! Close the cup holder when not in use and before folding the second-row seats. Otherwise you could dam[...]

Useful features 226 X Pull out cup holder 3 in direction of arrow as far as it will go. X Closing: Make sure you have removed all containers from the cup holder. X Push cup holder 3 in until it engages. X Close cover 1 . Cup holder in rear center console Cup holder is located on the rear center console between the second-row seats. 1 Cup holder Cup[...]

Useful features 227 Glare through a door window 1 Sun visor 2 Additional sun visor X Close vanity mirror cover 4 if opened. X Disengage sun visor 1 from mounting 7 . X Pivot sun visor 1 to the side. X Flip down additional sun visor 2 when you experience additional glare through the windshield. Vanity mirror The mirror lamp only functions when the s[...]

Useful features 228 Ashtrays Center console ashtray G Warning! Remove front ashtray insert only with vehicle standing still. 1 Cover 2 Ashtray insert X Opening: Open cover 1 ( Y page 220). X Removing ashtray insert: Grab ashtray insert 2 on the sides and pull it out upwards. i A storage compartment is located under the ashtray insert. ! The storage[...]

Useful features 229 X Removing ashtray insert: Push on ashtray insert 2 and pull it out upwards. X Reinstalling ashtray insert: Insert ashtray insert 2 into opening. X Push down ashtray insert 2 until it engages. X Close cover 1 . Cigarette lighter G Observe Safety notes, see page 66. G Warning! Never touch the heating element or sides of the light[...]

Useful features 230 12V Power outlets ! If you use all power outlets in the vehicle, make sure that the maximum current drawn does not exceed 55 A. ! The power outlets in the passenger footwell and cargo compartment are not designed for use with the electric air pump. Use the power outlet in the second-row footwell for electric air pump operation. [...]

Useful features 231 G Warning! If the 115V AC socket is damaged or torn out of the trim, do not use or touch the 115V AC socket. Using a 115V AC socket that is damaged or torn out of the trim could cause serios personal injury to you and/or others. 1 115V AC socket 2 LED 3 Cover The 115V AC socket provides an alternating current of 115 volts, which[...]

Useful features 232 Shortly after the completion of your Tele Aid acquaintance call, you will receive a user ID and password in the mail. You may use this password to access the Tele Aid section in “Owner’s Online” at mbusa.com (USA only). The “My Tele Aid” section will give you access to account information, remote door unlock and more. [...]

Useful features 233 To ensure your system is activated and operational, please press the ¡ button to perform the acquaintance call. Failure to complete either of these steps may result in a system that is not activated. If you have any questions regarding activation, please call the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 [...]

Useful features 234 Roadside Assistance button X Open the telephone tray ( Y page 220). 1 Roadside Assistance button p X Press and hold button p for longer than 2 seconds. A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will be initiated. The button p will flash while the call is in progress. The message Connecting Call will appear in the [...]

Useful features 235 1 Information button ¡ X Press and hold button ¡ for longer than 2 seconds. A call to the Customer Assistance Center will be initiated. The button ¡ will flash while the call is in progress. The message Connecting Call will appear in the multifunction display and the COMAND system is muted. When the connection is established,[...]

Useful features 236 Destination Download allows you access to a database of over 10 million points of interest (POIs) that can be downloaded to your vehicle’s navigation system. If you know the destination, the address can be downloaded, or can be provided with points of interests near your location. The Response Center can transmit destination d[...]

Useful features 237 Response Center will contact the local law enforcement and you. The vehicle’s location will only be provided to law enforcement. i If the anti-theft alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds, a call to the Response Center is initiated automatically by the Tele Aid system provided Tele Aid service was subscribed to and properly a[...]

Useful features 238 hold the two outer signal transmitter buttons 2 and 4 and release them when indicator lamp 1 begins to flash after approximately 20 seconds. Do not hold the button for longer than 30 seconds. This procedure erases any previous settings for all three channels and initializes the memory. If you later wish to program a second and/o[...]

Useful features 239 X Step 11: Press, hold for 2 seconds and release same signal transmitter button a second time to complete the training process. i Some garage door openers (or other rolling code equipped devices) may require you to press, hold for 2 seconds and release the same signal transmitter button a third time to complete the training proc[...]

Useful features 240 3 or 4 ) to activate the remote controlled device. The integrated remote control transmitter continues to send the signal as long as the button is pressed – up to 20 seconds. Erasing the integrated remote control memory i If you sell your vehicle, erase the codes of all three channels. X Switch on the ignition. X Simultaneousl[...]

Useful features 241 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Compass X Calling up the compass: Press button è o[...]

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The first 1000 miles (1500 km) 244 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. The first 1000 miles (1500 km) The more cautiously you treat[...]

At the gas station 245 At the gas station Refueling G Warning! Gasoline and diesel fuels are highly flammable and poisonous. They burn violently and can cause serious injury. Never allow sparks, flames or smoking materials near gasoline or diesel fuel! Turn off the engine before refueling. Whenever you are around gasoline or diesel fuel, avoid inha[...]

At the gas station 246 i Gasoline engine: Only use premium unleaded gasoline with a minimum Posted Octane Rating of 91 (average of 96 RON/86 MON). Information on gasoline quality can normally be found on the fuel pump. Please contact gas station personnel in case labels on the pump cannot be found. For more information on gasoline, see “Premium u[...]

Engine compartment 247 X Closing: Turn fuel filler cap 2 clockwise until it audibly engages. X Close fuel filler flap 1 . Low outside temperatures (diesel engine) ! Do not fill the tank with gasoline. Do not blend diesel fuel with gasoline or kerosene. The fuel system and engine will otherwise be damaged, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz L[...]

Engine compartment 248 components on the vehicle. Comply with all relevant safety precautions. G Warning! To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running. The radiator fan may continue to run for approximately 30 seconds or may even restart after the engine has been turned off. Stay clear [...]

Engine compartment 249 Closing G Warning! When closing the hood, use extreme caution not to catch hands or fingers. Be careful that you do not close the hood on anyone. Make sure the hood is securely engaged before driving off. Do not continue driving if the hood can no longer engage after an accident, for example. The hood could otherwise come loo[...]

Engine compartment 250 X Fully insert oil dipstick 1 into the dipstick guide tube. X Pull out oil dipstick 1 again after approximately 3 seconds to obtain accurate reading. The oil level is correct when it is between lower (min) mark 3 and upper (max) mark 2 of oil dipstick 1 . i The filling quantity between the upper and lower marks on the oil dip[...]

Engine compartment 251 Coolant level The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze. When checking the coolant level, the vehicle must be parked on level ground, and the coolant temperature must be below 158‡ (70†). G Warning! In order to avoid any potentially serious burns: R Use extreme caution when opening the hood if [...]

Tires and wheels 252 ! Only use washer fluid which is suitable for plastic lenses. Improper washer fluid can damage the plastic lenses of the headlamps. ! Do not use distilled or de-ionized water in the washer fluid reservoir. Otherwise, the washer fluid level sensor could be damaged. 1 Cap 2 Washer fluid reservoir Fluid for the washer system, rear[...]

Tires and wheels 253 result in the bolts loosening and possibly an accident. Retreaded tires are not tested or recommended by Mercedes-Benz, since previous damage cannot always be recognized on retreads. The operating safety of the vehicle cannot be assured when such tires are used. G Warning! If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride dist[...]

Tires and wheels 254 Replace the tire if you find any of the above conditions. Make sure you also inspect the spare tire periodically for condition and inflation. Spare tires will age and become worn over time even if never used, and thus should be inspected and replaced when necessary. Life of tire G Warning! Tires and spare tire should be replace[...]

Tires and wheels 255 Direction of rotation Unidirectional tires offer added advantages, such as better hydroplaning performance. To benefit, however, you must make sure the tires rotate in the direction specified. An arrow on the sidewall indicates the intended direction of rotation (spinning) of the tire. Spare wheels may be mounted against the di[...]

Tires and wheels 256 Tire and Loading Information G Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tires can overheat them, possibly causing a blowout. Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering prob[...]

Tires and wheels 257 1 Seating capacity information on the Tire and Loading Information placard Steps for determining correct load limit The following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”. X St[...]

Tires and wheels 258 Example Combined weight limit of occupants and cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard Number of occupants (driver and passengers) Seating configuration Occupants weight Combined weight of all occupants Available cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (total load limit from Tire and Loading Information placard minus co[...]

Tires and wheels 259 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR): The total allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). To assure that your vehicle does not exceed the maximum permissible weight limits (GVWR and GAWR for front and rear axle), have the loaded vehicle (including driver, passengers and all cargo and, if applicable, trai[...]

Tires and wheels 260 1 Tire and Loading Information placard with recommended cold tire inflation pressures The Tire and Loading Information placard lists the recommended cold tire inflation pressures for maximum loaded vehicle weight. The tire inflation pressures listed apply to the tires installed as original equipment. Important notes on tire inf[...]

Tires and wheels 261 Underinflated tires can R cause excessive and uneven tire wear R adversely affect fuel economy R lead to tire failure from being overheated R adversely affect handling characteristics Overinflated tires G Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can adversely affect hand[...]

Tires and wheels 262 X If you have overfilled the tire, release tire inflation pressure by pushing the metal stem of the valve with e.g. a tip of a pen. Then recheck the tire inflation pressure with the tire gauge. X Install the valve cap. X Repeat this procedure for each tire. Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) While the vehicle is being driven, the[...]

Tires and wheels 263 applying the brakes and avoiding abrupt steering maneuvers. Restarting the Run Flat Indicator The Run Flat Indicator must be restarted in the following situations: R after you have changed the tire inflation pressure R after you have replaced the wheels or tires R after you have installed new wheels or tires X Using the Tire an[...]

Tires and wheels 264 underinflated. There is no malfunction in the TPMS. R If the telltale flashes for 60 seconds and then stays illuminated, the TPMS system itself is not operating properly. The TPMS only functions on wheels that are equipped with the proper electronic sensors. It monitors the tire inflation pressure, as selected by the driver, in[...]

Tires and wheels 265 replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. i If a condition causing the TPMS to malfunction develops, it may take up to 10 minutes for the system to signal a malfunction using the TPMS telltale flashing and i[...]

Tires and wheels 266 until the standard display appears in the multifunction display ( Y page 148). X Press button j or k on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the following message appears in the multifunction display: Tire Pressure Monitor Active Menu: R-Button X Press the reset button ( Y page 143). The following message appears i[...]

Tires and wheels 267 5 Manufacturer 6 Tire ply material ( Y page 273) 7 Tire size designation, load and speed rating ( Y page 267) 8 Load identification ( Y page 269) 9 Tire name i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. For more information, see “Rims a[...]

Tires and wheels 268 Tire load rating G Warning! The tire load rating must always be at least half of the GAWR of your vehicle. Otherwise, tire failure may be the result which may cause an accident and/or serious injury to you or others. Always replace rims and tires with the same designation, manufacturer and type as shown on the original part. G [...]

Tires and wheels 269 capability of the tire, the service description for the tire must be referred to. The service description is comprised of tire load rating 5 and tire speed rating 6 . If your tire includes “ZR” in the size designation and no service description is given, the tire manufacturer must be consulted for the maximum speed capabili[...]

Tires and wheels 270 In addition to tire load rating, special load identification 1 may be molded into the tire sidewall following the letter designating the tire speed rating 6 ( Y page 267). R No specification given: absence of any text (like in above example) indicates a standard load (SL) tire. R XL or Extra Load: designates an extra load (or r[...]

Tires and wheels 271 Maximum tire load G Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tires can overheat them, possibly causing a blowout. Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or br[...]

Tires and wheels 272 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards The Uniform Tire Quality Grading is a U.S. Government requirement designed to give drivers consistent and reliable information regarding tire performance. Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. Alt[...]

Tires and wheels 273 Mercedes-Benz recommends winter tires ( Y page 277) with a minimum tread depth of approximately 1 / 6 in (4 mm) on all four wheels for the winter season to ensure normal balanced handling characteristics. On packed snow, they can reduce your stopping distance compared to summer tires. Stopping distance, however, is still consid[...]

Tires and wheels 274 Aspect ratio Dimensional relationship between tire section height and section width expressed in percentage. Bar Another metric unit for air pressure. There are 14.5038 pounds per square inch (psi) to 1 bar; there are 100 kilopascals (kPa) to 1 bar. Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the ti[...]

Tires and wheels 275 Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire. Normal occupant weight The number of occupants the vehicle is designed to seat, multiplied by 68 kilograms (150 lb). Occupant distribution The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at their design[...]

Tires and wheels 276 Traction Force exerted by the vehicle on the road via the tires. The amount of grip provided. Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road. Treadwear indicators Narrow bands, sometimes called “wear bars” that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 / 16 in (1.6 mm) of tread remains. TWR (Tongue Weig[...]

Winter driving 277 Winter driving General information Have your vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Winter tires G Warning! Winter tires with a tread depth of less than 1 / 6 in (4 mm) must be replaced. They are no longer suitable for winter operation. G Warning! If you use your spare wheel when winter tires are fitted on the [...]

Winter driving 278 or axle components. The tires or the vehicle could be damaged as a result. R Only use snow chains that are approved by Mercedes-Benz. Any authorized Mercedes- Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. R Use of snow chains may be prohibited depending on location. Always check local and state laws before installing sn[...]

Driving instructions 279 G Warning! Make sure not to endanger any other road users when carrying out these braking maneuvers. Driving instructions Drive sensibly – save fuel To save fuel you should: R Keep tires at the recommended inflation pressures. R Remove unnecessary loads. R Remove carriers when not in use. R Allow engine to warm up under l[...]

Driving instructions 280 longer brake or accelerate. This could lead to accidents and injury. Power assistance G Warning! There is no power assistance for the steering and the service brake when the engine is not running. Steering and braking requires significantly more effort and you could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident as a res[...]

Driving instructions 281 increased braking distance, which could lead to an accident. To avoid this danger, you should: R occasionally brake carefully when you are driving on salt-covered roads, so that any layer of salt that may have built up on the brake discs and the brake linings is removed without putting other road users at risk R maintain a [...]

Driving instructions 282 Parking brake When driving on wet roads or dirt covered surfaces, road salt and/or dirt can get into the parking brake. To prevent corrosion and a reduction in the braking power of the parking brake, observe the following: X From time to time, lightly engage the parking brake before driving off. X Drive a distance of approx[...]

Driving instructions 283 If you must drive through standing water, drive slowly to prevent water from entering the passenger compartment or the engine compartment. Water in these areas could cause damage to electrical components or wiring of the engine or transmission, or could result in water being ingested by the engine through the air intake cau[...]

Driving instructions 284 Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The GVW and GAWR are indicated on the certification label located on the driver’s door B-pillar ( Y page 255). i Mercedes-Benz recommend loading the trailer in such a manner that it has a TW between 8 % and 10 % of the GTW. i Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming the vehicle, pl[...]

Driving instructions 285 Set the vehicle level to highway ( Y page 167). X Vehicles with AIRMATIC: Set the ADS to AUTO or COMF ( Y page 166). X Turn off the engine ( Y page 134). X Close all doors and the tailgate. X Attach the trailer. X Plug in all electrical connectors. i Vehicles with AIRMATIC: When you are towing a trailer, the vehicle level a[...]

Driving instructions 286 Do not attempt to straighten out the tow vehicle and trailer by increasing the speed. R If the transmission shifts between gears on inclines repeatedly, shift to a lower gear range manually ( Y page 140). Select 4 , 3 , 2 or 1 . A lower gear and reduction of speed reduces the chance of engine overloading and/or overheating.[...]

Driving instructions 287 Driving abroad If you plan to drive the vehicle outside the U.S. or Canada, you should request dealer network information for your destination from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Control and operation of radio transmitter Safety notes G Warning! Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the veh[...]

Maintenance 288 Emission control Certain systems of the engine serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases within permissible limits required by law. These systems will function properly only when maintained strictly according to factory specifications. Any adjustments on the engine should, therefore, be carried out only by qualified Me[...]

Maintenance 289 Maintenance service indicator message The maintenance service indicator message will notify you when the next maintenance service is due. Starting approximately 1 month before the next maintenance service is due, one of the following messages will appear in the multifunction display while you are driving or when you switch on the ig[...]

Maintenance 290 In addition, a signal sounds when the message appears. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will reset the maintenance service indicator following a completed maintenance service. Calling up the maintenance service indicator display i The menu overview can be found on ( Y page 147). You can call up the maintenance service indicator d[...]

Vehicle care 291 Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle Notes Regular and proper care will help to maintain the value of your vehicle. G Warning! Many cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are poisonous, others are flammable. Always follow the instructions on the particular container. Always open your vehicle’s doors or windows when cle[...]

Vehicle care 292 products at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion or damage due to negligent or incorrect care cannot always be removed or repaired with the vehicle-care products recommended here. In such cases it is best to seek aid at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The following topics deal with the cl[...]

Vehicle care 293 approximately 3 ft (1 m) of the vehicle, it could be inadvertently locked or unlocked. Hand-wash X Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight. X Only use a soft, wet cloth or sponge to clean the vehicle. X Only use a mild vehicle wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo. X Thoroughly spray the ve[...]

Vehicle care 294 Headlamps, brake lamps, tail lamps, side markers, turn signal lenses X Use a mild vehicle wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water. ! Only use window cleaning solutions that are suitable for plastic lamp lenses. Window cleaning solutions which are not suitable may damage the plastic lamp lens[...]

Vehicle care 295 Cleaning the windows and the wiper blades ! Never open the hood when the wiper arms are folded forward. G Warning! For safety reasons, switch off wipers and remove SmartKey from starter switch (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Make sure the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0 ) before cleaning the windshield and/or the wiper bl[...]

Vehicle care 296 Therefore, the vehicle’s brake system should always be warmed-up before it is parked after cleaning. Drive your vehicle for several minutes to allow the brakes to dry. When applying Mercedes-Benz approved Tire Care and Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care products, take care not to spray them on the brake disks. Plastic and rubber p[...]

Vehicle care 297 G Warning! Only use seat or head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat or head restraint covers may interfere with or prevent R deployment of the front side impact air bags R deployment of the rear side impact air bags R activation of the active head restraint[...]

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Where will I find ...? 300 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Where will I find ...? First aid kit i Check expiration dates and co[...]

Where will I find ...? 301 1 Cargo compartment floor, lowered 2 Floor handle X Push in floor handle 2 as indicated by arrow. X Lift cargo compartment floor 1 using floor handle 2 . 3 Securing hook X Release securing hook 3 (located below the floor handle) from holder. 3 Securing hook 4 Cargo compartment floor, raised 5 Upper cargo compartment lip X[...]

Where will I find ...? 302 Vehicles without spare wheel 1 Towing eye bolt 2 Alignment bolt 3 Wheel wrench 4 Reversible ratchet for jack 5 Fuse chart 6 Jack 7 Collapsible wheel chock Vehicles with spare wheel 1 Wheel wrench 2 Electric air pump 3 Mounting direction indicator 4 Fuse chart 5 Alignment bolt 6 Collapsible wheel chock 7 Towing eye bolt 8 [...]

Where will I find ...? 303 For information on where to place wheel chocks when changing a wheel, see “Lifting the vehicle” ( Y page 366). Jack G Warning! Only use the jack supplied with your vehicle to lift the vehicle briefly for wheel changes. If you use the jack for any other purpose, you or others could be injured, as the jack is designed o[...]

Where will I find ...? 304 1 Retaining screw 2 Spare wheel 3 Storage well casing X Remove retaining screw 1 by turning it counterclockwise. i If retaining screw 1 does not come loose, turn storage well casing 3 slightly counterclockwise. Retaining screw 1 should then come loose easily. X Turn storage well casing 3 by approximately 180°. The electr[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 305 i The storage well casing should now be positioned according to the mounting direction indicators ( Y page 302). X Secure the spare wheel by turning the retaining screw ( Y page 304) clockwise. X Place the jack into the storage well casing ( Y page 302). Vehicle status messages in the multifu[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 306 systems. Driving characteristics may be impaired. If you must continue to drive, please do so with added caution. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. On the pages that follow, you will find a compilation of the most important warning and malfunction messages that m[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 307 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ABS ABS, ESP Unavailable See Operator’s Manual The brake system still functions normally but due to insufficient power supply, the ABS, the BAS and the ESP ® are unavailable. When the voltage is above the required value again, t[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 308 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ESP Unavailable See Operator’s Manual The brake system still functions normally but due to insufficient power supply the ESP ® is unavailable. X Continue driving with added caution. When the voltage is above the required value a[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 309 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution PRE-SAFE Inoperative See Operator’s Manual The PRE-SAFE ® system itself has failed. All other occupant safety systems, such as the air bags, are still available. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 310 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator’s Manual USA only: The front passenger front air bag is activated while driving even though a child, small individual, or object below the system’s weight threshold is on the front pa[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 311 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Monitor the 59 indicator lamp in the center console ( Y page 54) and the multifunction display in the instrument cluster ( Y page 30) for the following: With the seat unoccupied and the ignition switched on, R the 59 indicator lamp[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 312 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution OCS, the 59 indicator lamp will remain illuminated or go out. If above conditions are not met, the system is not working properly. Have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G Warning! If the[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 313 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator’s Manual USA only: The front passenger front air bag is deactivated while driving even though an adult or someone larger than a small individual is occupying the front passenger seat. [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 314 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution With the seat unoccupied and the ignition switched on, R the 59 indicator lamp in the center console should illuminate and remain illuminated, indicating that the OCS ( Y page 51) has deactivated the front passenger front air bag. [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 315 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G Warning! If the 59 indicator lamp remains illuminated with an adult occupant on the front passenger seat even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any pa[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 316 Vehicle Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Depress brake to shift out of P. You have attempted to shift the automatic transmission into drive position D , reverse gear R or neutral position N without depressing the brake pedal. X Depress the brake pedal. Door Open V[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 317 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Only shift to P when vehicle is at a standstill. You have attempted to shift the automatic transmission into park position P although the vehicle was still in motion. X Stop the vehicle. P Shift to P or N to start engine. You have [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 318 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Tire Pressure Check Tires The Run Flat Indicator indicates that the pressure is too low in one or more tires. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. Observe the traffic situation ar[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 319 G Warning! Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You may lose control of the vehicle. Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-up and possibly a fire. G Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do n[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 320 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) EBV, ABS, ESP Inoperative See Operator’s Manual The brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction, the ABS, the BAS, the EBP and the ESP ® are unavailable. X Continue driving wi[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 321 G Warning! Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident. Have your brake system checked immediately. Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts an[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 322 Driving systems Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution n Level Selection Not Permitted You are driving too fast for the desired vehicle level. X Reduce vehicle speed and set the desired vehicle level again ( Y page 167). n Vehicle Rising Wait Briefly The vehicle level i[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 323 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution n Compressor Cooling Down You have selected a higher vehicle level. Due to frequent level changes within a short period, the compressor must cool down first. ! When the message Compressor Cooling Down appears in the multifunction d[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 324 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution I Key Detected In Vehicle A SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO left in the vehicle was recognized while trying to lock the vehicle from the outside. X Take the SmartKey out of the vehicle. I Don’t Forget Your Key This display appears for a[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 325 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution I Key Not Detected The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is not detected while the engine is running because the SmartKey is not in the vehicle. X Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. X Engage the parking brake. X Search for the[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 326 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution W Top Up Washer Fluid The fluid level has dropped to approximately 1 / 3 of total reservoir capacity. X Add washer fluid ( Y page 251). Engine Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution B Top Up Coolant See Opera[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 327 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Ì Coolant Stop car, switch engine off. The coolant is too hot. X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it is safe to do so. X Turn off the engine immediately. X Engage the parking brake. X Only start the engine again after the m[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 328 ! The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248‡ (120†). Doing so may cause serious damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Practical hints[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 329 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Ì Coolant Stop car, switch engine off. The poly-V-belt could be broken. X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it is safe to do so. X Turn off the engine immediately. X Check the poly-V-belt. X If it is broken: Do not continue [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 330 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Ì The cooling fan for the coolant is malfunctioning. X Observe the coolant temperature in the multifunction display. If the coolant temperature is below 248‡ (120†), you may continue driving to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cent[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 331 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution # Battery/Alternator Stop Vehicle The battery is defective. X Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so. X Engage the parking brake. X Do not continue to drive. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cent[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 332 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ¿ The fuel level is low. X Refuel at the next gas station. 4 Reserve Fuel The fuel level has dropped below the reserve mark. X Refuel at the next gas station. 4 Ultra Low-sulfur Diesel Fuel Only Vehicles with diesel engine only: T[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 333 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution û Remaining Starts: 20 The AdBlue ® supply has dropped to the minimum level. X Have the AdBlue ® tank refilled immediately ( Y page 375). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i When the message Remaining Starts: 20 appear[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 334 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . 3rd Brake Lamp The high-mounted brake lamp is malfunctioning. This message will only appear if all LEDs have stopped working. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. . Front Foglamp Left or Front Foglamp[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 335 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . License Plate Lamp Left or License Plate Lamp Right The left or right license plate lamp is malfunctioning. X Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( Y page 356). . AUTO Light Inoperative The light sensor is malfunctioning. The he[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 336 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . Switch Off Lights You have removed the SmartKey from the starter switch, opened the driver’s door and left the headlamps on or removed the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO from the vehicle and left the headlamps on. X Turn the exterior[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 337 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . Trailer Turn Signal Left or Trailer Turn Signal Right The left or right trailer turn signal lamp is malfunctioning. X Replace the bulb as soon as possible. . Turn Signal Rear Left or Turn Signal Rear Right The left or right rear [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 338 Tires Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution H Tire pressure(s) Please Correct The tire pressure is too low in one or more tires. or The tire pressure of the individual tires differ from each other significantly. X Check and correct tire inflation pressure as required ([...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 339 Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort, wear unevenly, increase stopping distance, and result in sudden deflation (blowout) because they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris, potholes etc. Practical hints Z[...]

What to do if … 340 What to do if … Lamps in instrument cluster Notes If any of the following lamps in the instrument cluster fails to come on during the bulb self- check when switching on the ignition, have the respective bulb checked and replaced if necessary. When you switch on the ignition, all lamps (except high-beam headlamp indicator lam[...]

What to do if … 341 Brake Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions - The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running. The ABS has detected a malfunction and switched off. The BAS and ESP ® are also switched off (see messages in multifunction display). The brake system is still functioning normally but without the[...]

What to do if … 342 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) - v The red brake warning lamp comes on while driving. In addition, the yellow ABS malfunction indicator lamp, and the yellow ESP ® warning lamp come on and an acoustic warning sounds. The Electronic Brake Proportioning (EBP) switched off due [...]

What to do if … 343 G Warning! Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident. Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on. Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake[...]

What to do if … 344 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions < The red seat belt telltale comes on while the vehicle is standing still and the engine is running or during driving. You and/or your front passenger have forgotten to fasten your seat belts. X Fasten your seat belts. The seat belt telltale goes out. There are items pl[...]

What to do if … 345 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions 1 The red SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving. There is a malfunction in the restraint systems. The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) could deploy unexpectedly or fail to activate in an accident. X Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Merc[...]

What to do if … 346 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions v The yellow ESP ® warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The ESP ® has been switched off. Risk of accident! When the ESP ® is switched off it will not stabilize the vehicle if the system recognizes that the vehicle starts to skid or that a wheel is spinning[...]

What to do if … 347 Vehicle Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp in the fuel gauge comes on while driving. The fuel level has gone below the reserve mark. X Refuel at the next gas station. Practical hints Z[...]

What to do if … 348 Engine Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions ? (USA only) ± (Canada only) The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the engine is running. There may be a malfunction in: R The fuel management system R The ignition system R The emission control system R Systems which affect emissions Such malf[...]

What to do if … 349 Tires Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions H USA only: Combination low tire pressure telltale/TPMS malfunction telltale for the TPMS illuminates continuously. The TPMS detects a loss of pressure in at least one tire. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. Obse[...]

What to do if … 350 possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute [...]

What to do if … 351 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions Canada only: 59 The indicator lamp does not illuminate or does not remain illuminated with a BabySmart TM child seat properly installed on the passenger seat. The system is malfunctioning. X Make sure there is nothing between seat cushion and child seat. X Check installati[...]

What to do if … 352 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions USA only: 59 The indicator lamp does not illuminate and/or does not remain illuminated with the weight of a typical 12-month-old child in a standard child restraint or less on the front passenger seat. The system is malfunctioning. X Make sure there is nothing between seat[...]

Unlocking/locking manually 353 Unlocking/locking manually Unlocking the vehicle If you cannot unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, unlock the driver’s door using the mechanical key. i Unlocking the vehicle with the mechanical key and opening the driver’s door will trigger the anti-theft alarm system. To cancel the alarm, ins[...]

Resetting activated head restraints 354 X Exit the vehicle. X Close the rear left door. The vehicle is locked. i This procedure does not arm the anti- theft alarm system, nor does it lock the fuel filler flap. Fuel filler flap G Warning! Avoid contact with the vehicle walls as they may contain sharp edges. Otherwise, you could injure yourself while[...]

Replacing SmartKey batteries 355 i For your convenience, we recommend that you have this work carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 Pull 2 Adjust downward 3 Press X Pull the top of the head restraint cushion in direction of arrow 1 as far as it will go. X Adjust the head restraint cushion downward in direction of arrow 2 as far as it[...]

Replacing bulbs 356 X Insert mechanical key 1 into opening. X Press mechanical key 1 in direction of arrow. Battery compartment 2 is unlatched. X Pull battery compartment 2 out of the SmartKey housing. 3 Batteries 4 Contact springs X Pull out batteries 3 . X Insert new batteries 3 under contact springs 4 with the positive terminal (+) side facing u[...]

Replacing bulbs 357 recommend that you have such work done by a qualified technician. i If the headlamps or front fog lamps are fogged up on the inside as a result of high humidity, driving the vehicle a distance with the lights on should clear up the fogging. Bulbs Front lamps Lamp Type 1 Parking and standing lamp W 5 W 2 Turn signal lamp 3457 AK [...]

Replacing bulbs 358 Lamp Type 6 Side marker lamp WY 5 W 7 Front fog lamp H11 (55 W) Corner-illuminating front fog lamp H11 (55 W) Rear lamps Lamp Type 8 High-mounted brake lamp LED 9 Tail lamp, brake lamp, side marker lamp P 21 W a Turn signal lamp PY 21 W b Backup lamp P 21 W c Rear fog lamp (driver’s side only) P 21 W d License plate lamps C 5 [...]

Replacing bulbs 359 G Warning! Do not remove the cover for the Bi-Xenon headlamp. Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps, it is dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp and its components. It is recommended to have such work done by a qualified technician. 2 Bulb socket for front turn signal lamp bulb 2 Bulb socket for front turn signal lam[...]

Replacing bulbs 360 X Gently press the new bulb into bulb socket 2 . X Place bulb socket 2 back into the housing and turn it clockwise until it engages. Parking and standing lamp bulb 1 Bulb socket for parking and standing lamp bulb X Turn bulb socket 1 with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. X Pull the bulb out of bulb socket 1 . X Gently pr[...]

Replacing bulbs 361 5 Bulb socket for front fog lamp bulb X Turn bulb socket 5 with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. X Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket 5 . X Gently press the new bulb into the bulb socket 5 . X Place bulb socket 5 back into the housing and turn it clockwise until it engages. X Reconnect the adapter cable. X Insert front[...]

Replacing bulbs 362 Replacing bulbs Example illustration rear lamp passenger side 1 Tail lamp, side marker lamp, brake lamp, parking and standing lamp bulb socket 2 Rear turn signal lamp bulb socket 3 Rear fog lamp bulb socket (driver’s side only) 4 Backup lamp bulb socket X Depending on which bulb needs to be replaced, turn the respective bulb s[...]

Replacing wiper blades 363 Replacing wiper blades Safety notes G Warning! For safety reasons, switch off wipers and remove SmartKey from starter switch (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Make sure the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0 ) before replacing a wiper blade. Otherwise, the wiper motor could suddenly turn on and cause injury. G Warnin[...]

Replacing wiper blades 364 1 Wiper arm 2 Wiper blade X Fold wiper arm 1 away from the rear window until it engages. X Turn wiper blade 2 as far as it will go. X Hold wiper arm 1 and disengage wiper blade 2 by carefully sliding it in direction of arrow. X Remove wiper blade 2 . Installing wiper blades Front wiper blades 1 Wiper blade 2 Attachment 3 [...]

Flat tire 365 X Insert wiper blade 2 into wiper arm 1 . X Hold wiper arm 1 and engage wiper blade 2 by pushing it in direction of arrow until it locks into place. X Check whether the wiper blade is securely fastened. X Fold the wiper arm to rest on the rear window. Make sure to hold on to the wiper when folding the wiper arm back. ! Make sure the w[...]

Flat tire 366 X Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. or X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Open the driver’s door (this puts the starter switch in position 0 , same as with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch). The driver’s door can then be closed again. Open doors only when conditions are safe to do so. X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Re[...]

Flat tire 367 vehicle with the jack. Do not disengage the parking brake while the vehicle is raised. Make sure that the ground on which the vehicle is standing and where you place the jack is solid, level and not slippery. If necessary, use a large underlay. On slippery surfaces, such as tiled floors, you should use a non-slip underlay, for example[...]

Flat tire 368 Changing wheel on passenger side (example illustration) X Place the wheel chock and another sizeable object in behind both wheels on the side opposite to the side on which the wheel is to be changed. 1 Wheel wrench X On wheel to be changed, loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts (approximately one full turn with wrench 1 ). The [...]

Flat tire 369 X Turn ratchet 4 up and down until jack 3 is fully seated in take-up bracket 2 and the jack base evenly meets the ground X Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is a maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground. Removing the wheel 1 Alignment bolt X Unscrew uppermost wheel bolt and remove it. X Replace this wheel bolt with alignment bolt 1 [...]

Flat tire 370 1 Wheel bolt for 18" and 19" light alloy wheels 2 Wheel bolt for spare wheel (located in cargo compartment with spare wheel) ! Wheel bolts 2 must be used when mounting the spare wheel with collapsible tire. The use of any wheel bolts other than wheel bolts 2 for the spare wheel with collapsible tire will damage the vehicle?[...]

Flat tire 371 Version 1 1 Flap 2 Air pump switch 3 Electrical plug 4 Air hose with pressure gauge and vent screw 5 Union nut Version 2 2 Air pump switch 3 Electrical plug 4 Pressure gauge 5 Union nut 6 Deflate button X Version 1 only: Open flap 1 on electric air pump. X Version 1 only: Pull out electrical plug 3 and air hose with pressure gauge 4 .[...]

Flat tire 372 X Press I on electric air pump switch 2 . The electric air pump switches on and inflates the collapsible tire. X Inflate the collapsible tire to the recommended tire inflation pressure as specified for your vehicle ( Y page 396). This should take approximately 5 minutes. G Warning! The air hose and the union nut can become hot during [...]

Flat tire 373 X Attach ratchet to vehicle jack so that the word DOWN can be seen. Lower the vehicle until the vehicle is resting fully on its own weight: X Turn ratchet in direction DOWN . X Remove the jack. 1 – 5 Wheel bolts X Tighten the five wheel bolts evenly, following the diagonal sequence illustrated ( 1 to 5 ), until all bolts are tight. [...]

Bleeding the fuel system (diesel engine only) 374 Therefore, your driving style must be adapted accordingly. Avoid abrupt steering and driving maneuvers, as well as driving over obstacles (road curbs, potholes, or off- road areas). This is especially important if the vehicle is heavily loaded. The emergency driving distance that can be achieved gre[...]

AdBlue ® (diesel engine only) 375 X Wait for approximately 2 minutes. X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 3 and hold it there for a maximum of 40 seconds or until the engine runs surge-free. If the engine still does not start, do not make any further attempts to start the engine. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call[...]

AdBlue ® (diesel engine only) 376 If you and/or others have come into contact with AdBlue ® : R If AdBlue ® has gotten into contact with eyes, flush with plenty of water immediately and seek medical help. R Clean affected skin immediately with plenty of water. R If AdBlue ® was swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink p[...]

AdBlue ® (diesel engine only) 377 X Turn filler cap 3 counterclockwise and open it. Filler cap 3 is tethered with a plastic strap. 4 AdBlue ® refill container X Pull dust cap off of AdBlue ® refill container 4 . X Place AdBlue ® refill container 4 on the filler neck as illustrated and tighten it moderately (hand-tight) by turning it clockwise. [...]

Battery 378 Battery Safety notes A battery should always be sufficiently charged in order to achieve its rated service life. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for battery maintenance intervals. If you use your vehicle mostly for short- distance trips, you will need to have the battery charge checked more frequently. When replacing a battery, always use [...]

Battery 379 therefore do not have cell caps and the battery cover is non-removable. Do not attempt to open the battery as otherwise the battery will be damaged. Even though VRLA batteries do not require topping-up of the electrolyte level and cannot be opened to check the electrolyte level, the battery condition must be checked periodically by perf[...]

Jump starting 380 Have batteries charged at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you charge the batteries yourself, follow the operating instructions for your charging device. Only use a battery charge unit with a maximum charging voltage of 14.8 V. X Charge battery in accordance with the instructions of the battery charger manufacturer. Jump sta[...]

Jump starting 381 If the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the battery of another vehicle. Observe the following: R Jump starting should only be performed when the engine and catalytic converter 18 are cold. R Do not start the engine if the battery is frozen. Let the battery thaw out first. R Only jump start fr[...]

Towing the vehicle 382 negative terminal 5 of the charged battery first. X Start engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery and run at idle speed. You can now turn on the electrical consumers. Do not switch on the headlamps under any circumstances. X Remove the jumper cables first from negative terminals 1 and 5 and then from positive termin[...]

Towing the vehicle 383 Installing towing eye bolt Depending on whether you are towing a vehicle or you are being towed, the towing eye bolt can be screwed into threaded holes which are located behind covers on each bumper. The towing eye bolt is supplied with the vehicle tool kit, located in the cargo compartment underneath the cargo compartment fl[...]

Towing the vehicle 384 Removing towing eye bolt X Loosen towing eye bolt 1 counterclockwise with wheel wrench. X Unscrew towing eye bolt 1 . X Reinstalling cover: Engage cover 1 ( Y page 383) at top and press at bottom. X Store the towing eye bolt and wheel wrench back into the vehicle tool kit. Towing with all wheels on the ground G Warning! If ci[...]

Fuses 385 Note the following when freeing a stranded vehicle: R Avoid pulling the vehicle abruptly or diagonally, since it could result in damage to the chassis alignment. R Never try to free a vehicle that is still coupled to a trailer. R If possible, a vehicle equipped with a trailer hitch receiver should be pulled backward in its own previously [...]

Fuses 386 Fuse box in passenger compartment ! Do not use sharp objects such as a screwdriver to open the fuse box cover in the dashboard. You could damage the fuse box cover or the dashboard. The fuse box is located behind a cover in the dashboard on the front passenger side. 1 Fuse box cover X Opening: Open the front passenger door. X Pull cover 1[...]

Fuses 387 X Opening: Open the cargo compartment. X Lift the cargo compartment cover ( Y page 300). X Secure cargo compartment cover with securing hook ( Y page 301). X Fold cover 1 to the left as indicated by the arrow. X Closing: Install cover 1 in reverse order. Emergency engine shutdown If the engine cannot be turned off as described ( Y page 13[...]

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Warranty coverage 390 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Parts service All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of Ge[...]

Identification labels 391 Loss of Service and Warranty Information booklet Should you lose your Service and Warranty Information booklet, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a replacement. It will be mailed to you. Identification labels 1 Certification label (on driver’s door B-pillar) The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can b[...]

Identification labels 392 i Data shown on certification label are for illustration purposes only. These data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustration. Refer to certification label on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle. 4 Passenger-side second-row seat 5 VIN 6 Carpet X Move passenger-side second-row[...]

Engine 393 Engine Model R 320 BlueTEC (251.125) 20 R 350 (251.165) 20 Engine 642 272 Mode of operation Diesel 4-stroke engine 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection No. of cylinders 6 6 Bore 3.27 in (83.00 mm) 3.66 in (92.90 mm) Stroke 3.62 in (92.00 mm) 3.39 in (86.00 mm) Total piston displacement 182.3 cu in (2 987 cm 3 ) 213.5 cu in (3 498 cm 3 ) C[...]

Rims and tires 394 Rims and tires Notes ! Only use tires which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tires approved by Mercedes-Benz are developed to provide best possible performance in conjunction with the driving safety systems on your vehicle such as the ABS or the ESP ® . Tires specially developed for your vehicle and tested and app[...]

Rims and tires 395 Same size tires Model R 350 R 320 BlueTEC R 350 (Sport Package) R 350 (AMG Sport Package) Rims (light alloy) 8 J x 18 H2 8 J x 19 H2 8 J x 19 H2 — AMG rims (light alloy) — — — 8.5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2.64 in (67 mm) 2.64 in (67 mm) 2.64 in (67 mm) 2.52 in (64 mm) All-season tires 22 255/55 R18 105H M+S 255/50 R19 107H [...]

Rims and tires 396 Spare wheel ! Compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim. If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator’s Manual, inflate the tire to the recommende[...]

Electrical system 397 Electrical system Model R 320 BlueTEC R 350 Alternator 14 V / 220 A 14 V / 180 A Starter motor 12 V / 2.0 kW 12 V / 1.4 kW Battery 12 V / 95 Ah 12 V / 70 Ah Spark plugs Type — Bosch Y 7 MPP33 Electrode gap — 0.031 in (0.8 mm) Tightening torque — 15 lb-ft - 18 lb-ft (20 Nm - 25 Nm) Technical data Z[...]

Main dimensions 398 Main dimensions Model All models Overall vehicle length 204.0 in (5 181 mm) Overall vehicle width, exterior rear view mirrors folded out 85.4 in (2 168 mm) Overall vehicle height 26 65.5 in (1 663 mm) Wheelbase 126.6 in (3 215 mm) Track, front 64.7 in (1 643 mm) Track, rear 64.4 in (1 636 mm) Ground clearance 26 5.8 in (148 mm) [...]

Weights 399 Weights Model All models Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg) Technical data Z[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 400 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercedes- Benz. For information on tested and approved products, contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com. G Warning! Comply with[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 401 Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Brake system All models 0.85 US qt (0.8 l) MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+) Cooling system All models approx. 10.0 US qt (9.5 l) MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze Fuel tank, including a reserve of All models 21.1 US gal (80.0 l) Gasoline engine: Premium unleaded gasoline ([...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 402 Approved engine oils Engine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durability for our service intervals. Therefore, only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicles with Maintenance System. For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters, contact an authori[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 403 Brake fluid G Warning! During vehicle operation, the boiling point of the brake fluid is continuously reduced through the absorption of moisture from the atmosphere. Under extremely strenuous operating conditions, this moisture content can lead to the formation of bubbles in the system, thus reducing the system?[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 404 of these oxygenates to gasoline does not exceed 10%; MTBE must not exceed 15%. The ratio of methanol to gasoline must not exceed 3% plus additional cosolvents. Using mixtures of ethanol and methanol is not allowed. Gasohol, which contains 10% ethanol and 90% unleaded gasoline, can be used. These blends must also[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 405 Do not blend other fuel additives with fuel. This only results in unnecessary cost and may be harmful to the engine operation. ! Damage or malfunction resulting from poor fuel quality or from blending additional fuel additives other than those tested and approved by us for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles are not c[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 406 Coolants The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides: R Corrosion protection R Freeze protection R Boiling protection (by increasing the boiling point) The cooling system was filled at the factory with a coolant providing freeze protection to approximately -35‡ (-37†[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 407 Model Approximate freeze protection -35‡ (-37†) -49‡ (-45†) Cooling system All models 5.0 US qt (4.75 l) 5.5 US qt (5.2 l) Washer system and headlamp cleaning system G Warning! Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flammable. Do not spill washer solvent/ antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may ignit[...]

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Service and Literature Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and Genuine Mercedes- Benz Parts to service your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you are interested in obtaining service literature for your vehicle, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz C[...]

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