Mercedes-Benz 2010 S550 Bedienungsanleitung

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Symbols Trademarks: R Bluetooth ® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc. R DTS is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc. R Dolby and MLP are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. R PRE-SAFE ® is a registered trademarks of Daimler. R HomeLink ® is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company. R iPod ® and iTunes ® a[...]

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz. Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and will provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of[...]

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Index ....................................................... 4 Introduction ......................................... 21 At a glance ........................................... 27 Safety and security ............................. 39 Control systems .................................. 75 Controls in detail .............................. 273 Operatio[...]

1, 2, 3 ... 4-ETS see ETS/4-ETS 4MATIC see All-wheel drive (4MATIC) 911 emergency call .......................... 150 A ABC (Active Body Control) ................ 345 Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 457 ABS (Antilock Brake System) ............. 63 Indicator lamp ................................ 490 [...]

Armrest, rear Control panel ........................... 80, 293 Cup holder ..................................... 385 Storage compartment .................... 383 Ashtrays ............................................. 387 Aspect ratio (tires) ............................ 430 Assistance menu ............................... 231 ATTENTION ASSIST ......[...]

Break-in period .................................. 402 Bulbs see Rep lacing bulb s C CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ... 24 California retail buyers and lessees, important notice for ............. 22 Calls (phone) .............................. 148, 230 Can holders see Cup holders Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ........................[...]

Upload/Download of Data ............... 95 USB socket ...................................... 80 Vehicle settings ............................. 206 Video DVD ..................................... 191 Voice Control System .................... 237 Combination switch .......................... 301 Controller (COMAND) .......................... 79 Contr[...]

Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ...... 274 Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 478 Opening from inside ...................... 278 Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ........... 394 Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ....... 394 Unlocking (Mechanical key) ........... 499 DOT (Department of Transportation) .............[...]

Number .......................................... 525 Starting .......................................... 311 Turning off ..................................... 316 Engine (Technical data) see Vehicle specification Engine coolant see Coolant Engine oil Adding ........................................... 407 Additives .................................[...]

G Garage door opener .......................... 395 Gasoline see Fuel GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ... 431 Gear range ......................................... 321 Indicator ........................................ 321 Limiting .......................................... 323 Shifting into optimal ...................... 324 Gear selector lever ...[...]

Inside door handle ...................... 38, 278 Instrument cluster ...................... 32, 326 Illumination .................................... 326 Lamps ............................................ 489 Multifunction display ..................... 222 Instrument lighting see Instrument cluster, Illumination Instrument panel see Instr ument clu[...]

ESC OFF ........................................ 495 Fog lamps ...................................... 300 Front passenger front air bag off ............................................ 46, 498 Fuel tank reserve ........................... 496 High-beam headlamps ............. 32, 301 Instrument cluster ......................... 489 Low-beam headlam[...]

Multifunction display messages ABC (Active Body Control) ............. 457 ABS ....................................... 467, 468 Active headlamps .......................... 485 Advanced Parking Guidance .......... 461 Advanced TPMS ............................. 464 Air bags ......................................... 455 AIRMATIC .....................[...]

O Occupant Classification System see OCS (Occupant Classification System) Occupant distribution ....................... 431 Occupant safety Air bags ........................................... 41 Children and air bags ....................... 41 Children in the vehicle ..................... 56 Child seat anchors – LATCH-type (ISOFIX) .............[...]

PRE-SAFE ® ............................................ 54 Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 454 PRE-SAFE ® Brake ................................. 69 Activating/deactivating ................. 232 Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 454 Problems While dr[...]

S Safety Driving safety systems ..................... 63 Occupant safety ............................... 40 Reporting defects ............................ 24 Safety belts see Se at belts Satellite radio .................................... 170 SD card ............................................... 180 Seat belt force limiter ......................[...]

Speed settings Cruise control ................................ 329 DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 337 Resume function ................... 330, 338 SPLITVIEW ............................................ 90 Headphone ...................................... 82 Remote control ................................ 81 SRS Indicator lamp ...........[...]

Call waiting, call holding, and conference ..................................... 158 Emergency call “911” .................... 150 Functions during a single party call ................................................. 157 Making calls ................................... 156 Menu ............................................. 230 Operation ......[...]

Transmission positions .................... 320 Traveling abroad ............................... 438 Tread (tires) ....................................... 432 Tread depth (tires) .................... 423, 432 Treadwear .......................................... 424 Treadwear indicators (tires) .... 423, 432 Trip menu ...............................[...]

Radio ............................................. 252 Settings ........................................... 93 Telephone ...................................... 245 Troubleshooting ............................. 267 W Warning sounds DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 333 Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt ..... 52 Electronic parking brake[...]

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 vehicles. We are unable [...]

Rhode Island, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty R State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws) Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if after a reasonable number of r[...]

contacting you in a timely manner should the need arise. If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator. If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes- Benz Cus[...]

Proper use of the vehicle Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rules: R the safety precautions in this manual R the “Technical data” section in this manual R traffic rules and regulations R motor vehicle laws and safety standards G Warning! Various warning labels are attached to your vehicl[...]

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 information helps, for example, to d[...]

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Exterior view ....................................... 28 Rear passenger compartment ........... 29 Cockpit ................................................. 30 Instrument cluster .............................. 32 Control systems .................................. 34 Center console .................................... 36 Overhead control panel .....[...]

Exterior view 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 : Trunk: Locking and unlocking 274 Opening and closing 279, 280 Valet locking 283 ; R[...]

Rear passenger compartment Function Page : Cupholder under the rear center armrest 384 ; Cupholder in the rear center armrest 384 = Control panel for rear multicontour seats 293 ? Armrest with integrated storage compartment 383 A Rear storage box 383 Rear passenger compartment 29 At a glance 221_AKB; 6; 20, en-US d2ugruen, Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-09[...]

Cockpit Function Page : Combination switch: Turn signals 301 Wipers 305 High beam 301 ; Cruise control lever: Cruise control 328 DISTRONIC PLUS 330 = Horn ? Multifunction steering wheel 221 A Instrument cluster 326 B Steering wheel gearshift control 323 C Gear selector lever 317 D Control panel with: Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp[...]

Function Page KEYLESS-GO start/stop button 284 L Steering wheel adjustment stalk 294 Heated steering wheel 294 M Electronic parking brake 315 N Door control panel 38 Function Page O Hood lock release 404 P On-board diagnostics (OBD) socket Q Night View Assist Plus 356 R Exterior lamp switch 298 Cockpit 31 At a glance 221_AKB; 6; 20, en-US d2ugruen,[...]

Instrument cluster Function Page : Coolant temperature gauge 327 ; Fuel gauge with: Fuel tank reserve warning lamp 496 K High-beam headlamp indicator lamp 301 ! Antilock Brake System (ABS) indicator lamp 490 6 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) indicator lamp 494 = Parktronic/Parking Guidance warning indicator for left front area 349 ? Multifuncti[...]

Function Page å ESC OFF warning lamp 473 j Parking space indicator lamp 350 é Recuperative Brake System (RBS) warning lamp, S 400 HYBRID only 2 Green or yellow READY indicator lamp for the HYBRID system, S 400 HYBRID only 2 A Parktronic/Parking Guidance warning indicator for right front area 349 B Transmission position/ range indicator 321 C Tach[...]

Control systems Function Page : Press button % briefly to cancel Voice Control System, back, confirm messages. Press and hold button % to select the standard display. ; Press button = or ; to select menus. Press button : or 9 briefly: to select function or scroll through lists within Audio menu to select previous or next track, scene or stored stat[...]

Function Page Press button W or X : to set the volume to operate the RACETIMER 3 A Press button ? : to activate Voice Control System 239 to accept a call 156 B Instrument cluster illumination 326 C Swiveling COMAND display 78 D COMAND display illumination 78 E COMAND display 78 F Clock 92 G CD/DVD changer 179 H SD card slot 180 I Rear window sunsha[...]

Center console Function Page : Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent 368 ; Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent 368 = Air distribution and air volume, driver’s side (automatic mode) 366 ? Temperature control, driver’s side 367 A Manual fan speed adjustment, driver’s side 370 B Front defroster 370 C [...]

Overhead control panel Function Page : Eyeglasses compartment 381 ; Left reading lamp on/off 304 = Rear interior lighting on/off 304 ? Front interior lighting on/ off 304 A Power tilt/sliding sunroof switch or panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel switch 373, 375 B SOS button (Tele Aid system) 389 C Automatic interior lighting control 304 D O[...]

Driver’s door control panel Function Page : Inside door handle 278 ; Central unlocking switch 279 Central locking switch 279 = Seat adjustment switch 287 ? Memory function 297 Selector button for front passenger seat 288 A Seat heating switch 292 Seat ventilation switch 292 B Exterior rear view mirror adjustment 295 Power-folding exterior rear vi[...]

Vehicle equipment .............................. 40 Occupant safety .................................. 40 Panic alarm .......................................... 62 Driving safety systems ....................... 63 Anti-theft systems .............................. 71 39 Safety and security 221_AKB; 6; 20, en-US d2ugruen, Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-09-24[...]

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 important facts about the [...]

G Warning! The SRS self-check has detected a malfunction when the SRS indicator lamp 6 R does not come on at all R fails to go out after approximately 4 seconds after the engine was started R comes on after the engine was started or while driving For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately [...]

you have any difficulties, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. R Do not lean your head or chest close to the steering wheel or dashboard. R Keep hands on the outside of the steering wheel rim. Placing hands and arms inside the rim can increase the risk and potential severity of hand/arm injury when the driver front air bag inflates. [...]

passengers will then be protected to the extent possible by a properly fastened seat belt. A properly fastened seat belt is also needed to provide the best possible protection in a rollover. Air bags are not a substitute for seat belts. Always wear your seat belt, regardless of whether or not your vehicle is equipped with air bags. It is important [...]

followed. These instructions are available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. R Given the considerable deployment speed, required inflation volume, and the material of the air bags, there is the possibility of abrasions or other, potentially more serious injuries resulting from air bag deployment. If you sell your vehicle, we strongly recomm[...]

Side impact air bags G Observe Safety notes, see page 41. Front side impact air bags : and rear side impact air bags ; are designed to provide increased protection for the thorax but not the head, neck and arms. The side impact air bags are deployed R on the impacted side of the vehicle R in instances with a high rate of lateral vehicle deceleratio[...]

Occupant Classification System The Occupant Classification System (OCS) activates or deactivates the front passenger front air bag automatically. The respective status is based on the classified occupant weight category determined by weight sensor readings from the front passenger seat. The system does not deactivate R the front passenger side impa[...]

If the 42 indicator lamp is illuminated, the front passenger front air bag is deactivated and will not be deployed. If the 42 indicator lamp is not illuminated, the front passenger front air bag is activated and will be deployed R in the event of certain frontal impacts R if impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold R independently of the side i[...]

injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates. R If you have to place a child in a forward- facing child restraint on the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible, use the proper child restraint recommended for the age, size and weight of the child, and secure child restraint with the vehicle’s seat belt [...]

OCS Self-test 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 42 indicator lamp illuminates. If an adult occupant is properly sitting on the front passenger seat and the system classifies the occupant as an adult, the 42 indicator lamp will illuminate and go out aft[...]

seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a position that is as upright as possible and the seat belt is properly positioned on the body. G Warning! Never let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts available. Make sure everyone riding in the vehicle is correctly restrained with a separate seat belt. Never use a s[...]

around a person and another person or other objects at the same time. R Seat belts should not be worn twisted. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the seat belt to distribute impact forces. The twisted seat belt against your body could cause injuries. R Pregnant women should also always use a lap/shoulder belt. The lap belt portion sho[...]

All lap/shoulder belts except the driver’s seat belt have special seat belt retractors to secure child restraints properly. For more information on special seat belt retractors, see “Infant and child restraint systems” ( Y page 57). To release the seat belt with seat belt release button ? , see ( Y page 52). Seat belt outlet height adjustment[...]

If the driver’s seat belt is not fastened when the engine is started, an additional warning chime will sound. The warning chime goes out after approximately 6 seconds or once the driver’s seat belt is fastened. If after these 6 seconds the driver’s or the front passenger’s seat belt (with the front passenger seat occupied) is not fastened w[...]

Automatic comfort-fit feature seat belt The automatic comfort-fit feature reduces the retracting force of the seat belts when they are in normal use. It is available for the front seats and for the rear outer seats (only for vehicles with rear power seats). Preventive occupant safety (PRE- SAFE ® ) G Warning! The PRE-SAFE ® system is intended to [...]

! When adjusting the seat backrests, make sure there are no items behind the seats. Otherwise, you could damage the seats and/or the items. For information on the seat belt adjustment function as an integrated comfort feature of the PRE-SAFE ® system, see ( Y page 52). NECK-PRO active front head restraints The NECK-PRO active front head restraints[...]

Steering wheel G Observe Safety notes, see page 293. X Position steering wheel : properly ( Y page 294). Make sure: R You can reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent at the elbows. R You can move your legs freely. R All displays (including malfunction and indicator lamps) on the instrument cluster are clearly visible. Seat belt G Obse[...]

G Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if they are secured in a child restraint system, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an[...]

Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system. They must be properly secured in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions for the child restraint. All infant or child restraint systems must comply with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety S[...]

injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates. R If you have to place a child in a forward- facing child restraint on the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible, use the proper child restraint recommended for the age, size and weight of the child, and secure child restraint with the vehicle’s seat belt [...]

X Securely fasten hook = , which is part of top tether strap ? , to anchorage ring ; . X For safety, make sure hook = is attached to anchorage ring ; beyond the safety catch, as illustrated. Once hook = is attached, the child restraint itself can be secured. X Install the child restraint system and tighten top tether strap ? according to the child [...]

X Vehicles with rear center seat: Make sure that the seat belt for the rear center seat can operate freely with a child seat installed. G Warning! Vehicles with rear power seats: Never change the rear seat position after installing the child restraint. This could R damage the child restraint R introduce undesirable slack or tension into the seat be[...]

X Activating: Press override switch : . Indicator lamp ; comes on. The functions in the rear are disabled. You can still operate the rear door windows using the switches located on the door control panel of the driver’s door. X Deactivating: Press override switch : again. Indicator lamp ; goes out. The functions in the rear are enabled again. For[...]

Driving safety systems Introduction This section contains information about the following driving safety systems: R ABS ( Antilock Brake System) R Adaptive Brake R Adaptive Brake Lights R BAS (Brake Assist System) R BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System PLUS) R EBP (Electronic Brake Proportioning) R ESC (Electronic Stability Control) R PRE-SAFE ® Brake ( [...]

Braking At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pedal. The pulsation indicates that the ABS is in the regulating mode. X Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while you feel the pulsation. Continuous, steady brake pedal pressure yields the advantages provided by the ABS, namely br[...]

could cause an accident. Personal or fatal injury to you or others may be the result. i This device has been approved by the FCC as a “Vehicular Radar System”. The radar sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the FCC. Do not t[...]

vehicle characteristics into consideration, thus achieving an optimal braking effect. In addiditon, Adaptive Brake provides the HOLD function ( Y page 342) and the hill-start assist system ( Y page 341). For more information on the brake system, see ( Y page 435). Adaptive Brake Lights i This function is only available for the S 600 and the S 65 AM[...]

Because the ESC operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO start/stop button in position 0 or 1 ) when the electronic parking brake is being tested on a brake test dynamometer. Active braking action through the ESC may otherwise seriously damage the brake system which i[...]

R the cruise control or the DISTRONIC PLUS cannot be activated R the cruise control or the DISTRONIC PLUS switch off if activated i When the ESC is switched off and one or more drive wheels are spinning, the ESC warning lamp ÷ in the instrument cluster flashes. However, the ESC will then not stabilize the vehicle. X With the engine running, switch[...]

! Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESC switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Switching on the ESC X Switch on the ESC via the control system ( Y page 231). PRE-SAFE ® Brake The PRE-SAFE ® Brake is available in vehicles equipped with [...]

i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will vo[...]

To maintain the proper distance to the vehicle in front of you and thus prevent a rear-end collision, you must apply the brakes yourself. X Brake the vehicle immediately to avoid a collision. Under no circumstances should the driver await the intermittent warning sound before braking. Observe the following warning note. The intermittent warning sou[...]

Activating X With SmartKey: Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. X With KEYLESS-GO: Turn off the engine and open the driver’s door. Deactivating X Switch on the ignition. i Starting the engine will also deactivate the immobilizer. In the event that the engine cannot be started (yet the vehicle’s battery is charged), the system is not op[...]

i Unless you open a door or the trunk within approximately 40 seconds after unlocking the vehicle: R The vehicle will be locked again. R The anti-theft alarm system will be rearmed. Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm, do one of the following: X Insert the SmartKey into the starter switch. X Press button % or & on the SmartKey. In vehicles [...]

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Vehicle equipment .............................. 76 COMAND introduction ........................ 76 COMAND system settings ................. 91 COMAND navigation (introduction) ... 95 COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) .................... 106 COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) ............................... 124 COMA[...]

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. COMAND introduction COMAND operating safety COMAND (Cockpit Management and Data System) is an i[...]

Switching COMAND on or off X Press shortcut button u in the center console ( Y page 77). COMAND calls up the last selected menu. i When you switch off COMAND, you also switch off the currently playing audio source. During a telephone call, you cannot switch off COMAND. COMAND components COMAND can be used to operate: R Audio functions R Navigation [...]

Function ? T Seat menu button ( Y page 216) A S Shortcut button for: R Telephone ( Y page 148) R Navigation ( Y page 95) B u COMAND on/off button ( Y page 77) C H Volume control ( Y page 88) D h Favorite button ( Y page 94) COMAND display In the COMAND display, you will find the function currently selected and the corresponding menus. The COMAND di[...]

Telephone keypad X Flip up cover ; . With telephone keypad : you can R enter and clear numbers and special characters R reject, answer, connect and end calls ( Y page 148) R select preset radio stations and enter the frequency manually ( Y page 168) R select preset satellite radio stations and enter the channel number ( Y page 174) R select a stora[...]

Symbol How to use the COMAND controller Z V Æ X Slide R to move through vertical menus R to exit horizontal menus X Slide and hold R to move through a navigation map X V Y X Slide R to move through horizontal menus R to exit vertical menus X Slide and hold R for fast forward or reverse for audio CD or audio DVD playback R to move through a navigat[...]

Rear armrest : Adjusting volume ; Selecting next/previous track, scene or station Remote control for Rear Seat Entertainment System and/or SPLITVIEW G Observe Safety notes, see page 76. SPLITVIEW includes one remote control for the front passenger. The Rear Seat Entertainment System includes two remote controls for the rear passenger compartment. I[...]

REAR L Left screen 7 REAR R Right screen 7 i In position COMAND, you can operate various COMAND functions via remote control buttons ? and A . Switching SPLITVIEW or rear screens on/ off i When the SmartKey is in starter switch position 0 or 1 or removed from the starter switch, the rear screens switch off after 30 minutes automatically. A correspo[...]

Wireless headphone for Rear Seat Entertainment System or SPLITVIEW : Volume ; Selecting screen 8 = Battery compartment cover ? Switching wireless headphone on/off A Indicator lamp, showing various conditions i Replace the batteries of the headphone when they are low ( Y page 502). The indicator lamp shows the following conditions: Green The headpho[...]

headphone has a left and right side and must be used accordingly. The Rear Seat Entertainment System and SPLITVIEW headphones are not interchangeable. The SPLITVIEW wireless headphone can identified by SPLITVIEW symbol : . Wired headphones for Rear Seat Entertainment System : Socket for wired headphone ; V Video input = L left audio input ? R right[...]

Navi Audio Telephone Video Vehicle Mode FM/AM Radio Video DVD Multi-function Contour Seat Settings/ Lumbar Settings Map Orientation Sat. Radio AUX Rear Window Sunshade POI Symbols On Map Disc Video OFF Easy Entry/Exit Traffic Symbols on Map Memory Card Exterior Lighting Delayed Shut-off Text Information on Map Music Register Interior Lighting Delay[...]

When selecting that main function once more, the Audio main menu opens. Vertical menus X Moving through the menu: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d . X Selecting a menu item: Press W . X Exiting a menu without making a selection: Slide X V Y in a horizontal direction. or X Press back button % ( Y page 87). Horizontal menus X Moving through the menu: Sli[...]

Accepting first entry X Press W until you exit the character entry window. COMAND completes your entry as soon as it can be clearly identified. In this case, you do not need to switch to the list. Selecting list item Example illustration: List of cities for navigation : Symbol for other selection options (e.g. county) X Selecting a line: Slide Z V [...]

Adjusting volume X Adjusting: Turn thumbwheel H . or X Press button W or X on the multifunction steering wheel. i Vehicles with rear multicontour seats: Occupants in the rear can also adjust the volume using the buttons on the rear armrest ( Y page 80). Volume of navigation announcements You can adjust the volume of navigation announcements indepen[...]

: Current setting indicated by orange cross hair symbol X Changing setting: Slide Z V Æ or X V Y until desired balance/fader setting is reached. X Saving setting: Press W or back button % . The setting is stored and the menu is exited. 3-D sound With 3-D sound, you can choose between Logic7 ® ON and Logic7 ® OFF . harman/kardon Logic 7 ® 3-D so[...]

R 3-D sound does not work for mono-signal sources, such as on analog AM radio or in Weather Band. R In the event of poor radio reception quality, e.g. inside a tunnel, you should switch off Logic 7 ® , as a dynamic switch from Stereo to Mono could occur, resulting in temporary sound distortion. R With some stereo recordings, the resulting sound ma[...]

control. Make sure the volume is not set too high before putting on a headphone. R The DVD changer can playback only one media source at a time. Example: if the driver is playing an audio CD, the front passenger can not play a different medium (e.g. DVD video) from the DVD changer. However, it is possible for the front passenger to play media from [...]

R Bluetooth Q Search for Bluetooth Devices , Bluetooth activated . For information on the Bluetooth ® interface see ( Y page 151). R Upload/Download Data Q Copy Data to Storage Medium , Import Data from Storage Medium ( Y page 95) R Reset : Resetting the COMAND system to factory settings Display settings Switching the display on or off X Switching[...]

X Select Daylight Savings Time (Summer) or Standard Time . The dot # in front of a list entry indicates the current setting. X Saving setting and exit the menu: Slide X V Y . Adjusting time lags i In some exceptional cases, e.g. where time zones border, the displayed time and the local time may show a time lag. This time lag can be adjusted in step[...]

If you select Yes , the second part begins. Individualization is completed at the end of the second part. You will see a message to this effect. The data from the second part is saved automatically. Canceling during the first or second part of individualization X Select Cancel . A prompt appears asking whether you really do want to cancel. X Select[...]

Upload/Download of Data This function lets you transfer COMAND data to a memory card or a USB storage device and vice versa. The following COMAND data can be transferred: R Navigation destination memory and last destination R Address book entries R Audio/Video presets memory R System settings i You can use this function, for example, to save your C[...]

COMAND may give incorrect navigation commands if the data in the digital map does not correspond with the actual road or traffic situation. Maps do not cover all areas nor all routes within an area. For example, if the traffic routing has been changed or the direction of a one-way road has been reversed. For this reason, you must always observe app[...]

to protect the battery. This may happen when the engine is switched off and the vehicle battery has insufficient power. If this occurs, restart the installation with the engine running. Similarly, if the SmartKey position is unintentionally switched to 0 , restart the installation. G Warning! Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. A[...]

X Enter the activation code and confirm by pressing ! . Installation of the map software starts. When you enter an invalid activation code, you are prompted to reenter the activation code. After entering an invalid activation code for the third time, the prompt for reentering the activation code will be delayed. The delay increases by 5 minutes eac[...]

compatible. If this is the case, the navigation system will not be operational. You will know if this is the case, when the following message will appear when you switch to navigation mode: The system software has been updated. The map software must be updated now. Please insert the DVD with the map software. X Updating map software: Proceed as des[...]

journey is continued when you switch COMAND back on and start driving. Hard disk errors COMAND has an integrated hard disk on which the map software is stored. If the message Navigation Unavailable. Please refer to the operating instructions. appears: X Switch the COMAND off. X Switch the COMAND back on. i If the message appears again, contact an a[...]

Info (only with route guidance active) Traffic Route Position RPT (only with route guidance active) Destination Informati on about the active route guidance Calling up real-time traffic messages R Displaying detour function R Displaying alternative route R Displaying symbol information R Displaying route information R Saving vehicle position R Call[...]

Example illustration: Map with route guidance inactive and with the menu system hidden (full screen map display) : Current vehicle position ; Map orientation ( Y page 103) = Map scale ( Y page 102) Hiding or showing the menu system X Hiding: Slide Z V . The Full Screen menu item appears in the main area of the display. X Press W . or X Press and ho[...]

: Cross hair ; Details of the cross hair position = Map scale i Display ; may be the name of a road or a road icon, for example, provided the digital map contains the necessary data. If no data is available, display ; shows: R the coordinates of the cross hair if the Geo Coordinates display is switched on ( Y page 105) and the GPS signal is strong [...]

R Bird’s-eye View: Map display : is oriented in the direction into which you are heading; the orange tip of the symbol points to the North. R 3-D Map: Certain buildings in selected cities are displayed in detail as a 3-D (three- dimensional) model. The map displays mountains and valleys three- dimensionally. The 3-D map is country- specific and i[...]

X Calling up menu: Select Navi Q Text Information on Map . The list of available text information appears. The dot # indicates the currently selected setting. X Exiting menu: Slide X V Y . Time of arrival and distance X Select Arrival Time/Distance . The time of arrival and the distance for the main destination are displayed by setting the dot to A[...]

X Select Navi . X Check the check box for menu item City (3D) . Setting route type You can set the following route types: R Fast Route : COMAND calculates a route with minimized driving time. R Dynamic Route : COMAND calculates a route with minimized driving time and takes into account traffic messages received along the route. Thus, the navigation[...]

i It is possible to enter a destination regardless of whether route guidance is active or not. The following destination entry options are available: R By address R From the destination memory R From a list of last destinations R From a point on the map R A stopover R A POI Entering a destination by address Introduction i It is not possible to ente[...]

List of states with predictive speller : Top list entry based on the input data up to that point ; Characters entered by the user = Characters automatically added by the system ? Clear last character entry A Currently selectable characters B Currently non-selectable characters C Predictive speller D List of states E Currently selected character i I[...]

X Selecting a state: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d . X Canceling selection: Select Back by sliding X V and press W . or X Press back button % in the center console ( Y page 87). X Confirming selection: Press W . The address input menu appears again. It shows the abbreviation for the selected state. The following menu items are now available: R Map :[...]

You can only enter those zip codes/postal codes which are saved on the digital map. The available zip codes/postal codes depend on the state (USA) or province (Canada) currently entered. X In the address input menu, select Zip Code . A list of zip codes/postal codes appears with the predictive speller. List of zip codes/postal codes with predictive[...]

List of zip codes/postal codes without predictive speller X Selecting a zip code/postal code: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d . X Canceling selection: Select Back and press W . or X Press back button % in the center console ( Y page 87). X Confirming selection: Press W . You will see the address input menu again. It shows one of the following items of[...]

List of cities with predictive speller : Top list entry based on the input data up to that point ; Characters entered by the user = Characters automatically added by the system ? Predictive speller A Currently non-selectable characters B Currently selectable character C List of cities D Currently selected character i In predictive speller ? , you c[...]

X Selecting a city: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d . X Canceling selection: Select Back and press W . or X Press back button % in the center console ( Y page 87). X Confirming selection: Press W . Cities with symbol : are available more than once within the selected state (USA) or province (Canada). Confirming one of these cities will take you to a f[...]

Entering a street i It is not possible to enter a street if you have already entered a city center. i You can only enter streets which are available on the digital map. If you have not entered a city before entering the street, only those streets within the state (USA) or province (Canada) previously entered are available. If you have already enter[...]

X Switching manually to the street list without predictive speller: Slide Z V . or X Select ¬ in the second line from the bottom and press W . Street list without predictive speller : Symbol for more selection options X Selecting a street: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d . or X Enter a street number with the telephone keypad using buttons Å - Ã ( Y[...]

uncommon street name. COMAND will then search for cities in which a street with that name exists. X Select or enter a state (USA) ( Y page 107) or province (Canada) ( Y page 109). X Select or enter the street name. Entering a city center i It is not possible to enter a city center if R you have not yet entered a city R you have already entered a st[...]

List of city centers without predictive speller X Selecting a city center: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d . X Canceling selection: Select Back and press W . or X Press back button % in the center console ( Y page 87). X Confirming selection: Press W . After the confirmation, the address input menu appears again. It shows the city center, city and sta[...]

X Selecting numbers: Slide X V Y or rotate c V d . X Confirming number selection: Press W . or X Entering a number with the telephone keypad using buttons Å - Ã ( Y page 79). X Deleting individual numbers: Select F in the bottom line and press W . X Deleting an entire entry: Select F in the bottom line and press W and hold until the entire entry [...]

B Currently selectable character C List of intersections D Currently selected character i In predictive speller ? , you can only select currently selectable characters. Which characters are included depends on the sequence in which you have entered your destination and the digital map. While the characters are being selected as described below, the[...]

R Map : Using the map to enter a destination ( Y page 122) i In this case, using the map for destination entry is based on the city seen in the address input menu. R POI : Entering a point of interest ( Y page 124) i In this case, entering a POI is based on the city seen in the address input menu. R Save : Saving a destination in the destination me[...]

i In predictive speller : , you can only select currently selectable characters. Which characters are included depends on the sequence in which you have entered your destination and the content of the destination memory. While the characters are being selected as described below, the top list entry always shows the destination which best matches to[...]

Entering a destination from the list of last destinations X Select Navi Q Destination Q From Last Destinations . The list of last destinations appears. The most recent destination is at the top of the list. X Select desired destination. X Starting route calculation: Select Start , see also ( Y page 120). Entering a destination from the map i Depend[...]

R Restaurant R Other With the option Other you can enter stopover destinations from the destination memory, last selected destinations, POIs, or via the address ( Y page 123). You can enter stopover destinations on the route or in the vicinity of the route. You can use the stopover function to influence the route guidance calculation to the main de[...]

X Select Navi Q Destination Q Stopover Q Change Stopover . X Enter another destination as a stopover. Deleting the stopover If a stopover has already been entered, you can delete it. X Select Navi Q Destination Q Stopover Q Delete Stopover . COMAND deletes the stopover and calculates the route to the main destination. Displaying stopovers on the ma[...]

X With the menu system displayed ( Y page 102), select Destination Q From POIs Q Destination area . The list of POIs appears. The available POIs in the vicinity of destination are displayed. Entering a POI by name With this function you can enter or select POIs by the name of the POI. X With the menu system displayed ( Y page 102), select Destinati[...]

Choosing a main category Example illustration: Main category list for POIs in the surrounding area : Main category ; Symbol for available POIs or other available subcategories X Selecting a main category: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d . X Canceling selection: Press back button % in the center console ( Y page 87). X Confirming selection: Press W . M[...]

: Compass heading to the destination ; Linear distance to the destination = Selected destination i Compass : and linear distance ; are not displayed with all search methods. Displays : and ; are static; they do not change while you are driving. In the POI list, you can either select a POI or enter the name of the POI. Selecting a POI X Select desir[...]

X Switching manually to the POI list without predictive speller: Slide Z V . or X Select ¬ in the second line from the bottom and press W . POI list without predictive speller X Selecting a POI: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d . X Canceling selection: Press back button % in the center console ( Y page 87). X Confirming selection: Press W . X Starting[...]

Symbol : indicates POIs for which additional information is available. X Select a POI and press W . Example illustration: Hotel with additional information available : Open late (hours vary by section) ; No credit cards accepted = Closed on Sundays ? Key aspects A Ratings B Cost All ratings throughout this guide function are on the Zagat 0 to 30 sc[...]

Examples of displays and announcements for a driving maneuver Driving maneuvers have three phases: R Preparation phase R Announcement phase R Maneuver phase Preparation phase COMAND prepares you for the upcoming driving maneuver. Based on the example display below, the driving maneuver is announced with the Prepare to turn left message. The display[...]

: Graphical representation of the distance to the next driving maneuver ; Information about distance to the next driving maneuver Lane recommendations COMAND can display lane recommendations for upcoming driving maneuvers when driving on selected multilane streets. The respective data must be available on the digital map. : Current vehicle position[...]

Day mode Night mode Recommended lane E = deep blue Recommended lane E = light blue Possible lane D = light blue Possible lane D = deep blue Lane not recommended C : = grey Lane not recommended C : = grey Example of a display without driving maneuvers : Main destination O ; Stopover P (only visible if a stopover has been entered) = Route (highlighte[...]

If the destination is within a partially digitized area COMAND guides you through fully digitized areas for as long as possible. Route guidance is conducted in the usual manner, e.g. with navigation announcements and route guidance displays. Before the vehicle reaches a partially digitized area, COMAND notifies you of this with the following announ[...]

Off-road and off-map Route guidance to an off-road destination G Warning! The COMAND navigation system may direct you to off-road routes that your vehicle may not be capable of traversing through without damaging your tires, wheels or vehicle. It is the driver’s sole responsibility to determine the suitability of the route. Off-road routes may be[...]

The Off Road message and an arrow showing the compass heading to the destination appear on the display. As soon as the system can allocate the vehicle position to the map again, route guidance continues in the usual way. Navigation announcements G Warning! Navigation announcements are intended to direct you while driving without diverting your atte[...]

Displaying info X Select Info in map view with the menu system displayed ( Y page 102). The route information appears. Example illustration: Display with main destination and stopover : Distance/estimated time of arrival/ estimated journey time to the stopover destination ; Stopover destination P = Street, city and state/province ? Main destination[...]

: Current position (city and state/province) ; Next intersection or exit ahead = Previous intersection or exit ? Current street A Current position X Select Navi Q Position Q Where am I? . Compass You can have the current cardinal direction into which the front of the vehicle points displayed. : Current cardinal direction ; Geo coordinates X Select [...]

: Blocked route section ; Current vehicle position; the triangle indicates the vehicle’s direction of travel = Information about the blocked route section i Blocked route section : is always highlighted in red/white. The information about blocked route section = shows which section of the route is blocked and the length of the blocked section. X [...]

Display settings You can select what kind of traffic information is displayed on the map. X Select Navi Q Traffic Symbols on Map X Displaying traffic incidents: Select Incidents . Road sections for which traffic incidents are reported are indicated by yellow symbols and arrows. X Displaying traffic speed and flow: Select Speed & Flow . Road sec[...]

Symbol Description Traffic notifications in map display Traffic report lists Traffic report message Green line with arrows Free-flowing traffic No obstacles for traffic flow. Appears on the free-flow side (direction) of the road. No entry No message Yellow line with arrows Incidents Possible obstacles for traffic flow (e.g. road work). Appears on t[...]

Symbol Description Traffic notifications in map display Traffic report lists Traffic report message Traffic jam (red car) Traffic congestion, average speed 5 – 20 mph (8 – 32 km/h). Could appear repeatedly to indicate length of traffic congestion. (Not possible) (Not possible) XXXX Blocked section Road impassable. Could appear repeatedly to ind[...]

List when route guidance is active Submenu with route guidance active X Displaying a list with traffic messages on the current route: Select Display Messages on Route . X Displaying a list with all traffic messages: Select Display All Messages . X Displaying traffic symbol information: Select Traffic Symbol Info ( Y page 142). After selecting Displ[...]

X Back to list: Select Back . X Displaying previous or next traffic message: Select Previous or Next . X Displaying details for selected traffic message: Select Details . X Switching to map view: Select Map . COMAND navigation system (destination memory) My address i The destination memory always contains an entry called My Address . You can save y[...]

X Enter the address. Proceed as described for destination entry in the “Entering a destination by address” section ( Y page 107). X Select Save after entering the address. Your address is saved. Using the address book entry as your own address X If you want to assign your own address for the first time: Select Assign Address Book Entry . or X I[...]

Destination memory list without predictive speller In the destination memory list without predictive speller, the My Address entry is automatically highlighted. X Press W . If your own address has already been assigned, you will see the menu for starting route guidance with your own address data. X Starting route calculation/guidance: Select Start [...]

Saving a destination from the list of last destinations X Select Navi Q Destination Q From Last Destinations . The list of last destinations appears. X Select desired destination. The address of the destination is displayed. X Select Save . You can now select save options. Selecting save options Saving a destination without a name X Select Save wit[...]

Example illustration: Destination memory list without predictive speller Example illustration: Destination memory list with predictive speller : X Select desired destination. Proceed as described for destination entry in the “Entering a destination from the destination memory” section ( Y page 120). X Select Delete after selecting the destinati[...]

Deleting one of the last destinations X Select Navi Q Destination Q From Last Destinations . The list of last destinations appears. X Select desired destination. The address of the destination appears. X Select Delete . X Select Yes or No . COMAND telephone Safety notes G Warning! Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a cellular telepho[...]

Using the Bluetooth ® interface COMAND provides telephony via the Bluetooth ® interface by connecting a Bluetooth ® -compatible mobile phone. The following functions can be used when a suitable mobile phone is connected to the Bluetooth ® interface: R Hands-free phone operation R Phone book R Reception of electronic business cards (vCards 10 ) [...]

outgoing call, the No Service message will appear for a short while. R The SIM card is not inserted in GSM type phone. R When you remove the SmartKey from the starter switch during a call in hand-free mode, the call will be maintained for up to 30 minutes. It will then be terminated. Switch to “Private Mode” on the mobile phone before switching[...]

The following conditions must be met for a “911” emergency call via COMAND: R Mobile phone must be switched on. R The corresponding mobile communications network must be available. i Emergency calls may not be possible with all telephone networks or if certain network services and/or telephone functions are active. Check with your local service[...]

1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) (in the USA) R call Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada) The battery of the mobile phone should always be charged sufficiently to avoid malfunctions. You should check the following on your mobile phone (see your mobile phone operating instructions) to prepare for telephony via the Bluetooth ® interface[...]

Example illustration: Bluetooth ® phone list : Currently connected # and authorized L mobile phone ; Mobile phone already authorized but not within range ( L appears in grey) = New recognized mobile phone within range, not authorized yet i When the Bluetooth ® phone list is full, you will be prompted to deauthorize a Bluetooth ® device ( Y page [...]

External authorization Certain security settings in your mobile phone may prevent COMAND from finding your mobile phone. In this case, you might want to check if your mobile phone can recognize the COMAND. The Bluetooth ® device name of COMAND is MB Bluetooth . X Select Data/Connections Q Bluetooth Telephones . X Go to Update and select Options Q [...]

: Network status 12 ; Signal strength of mobile phone network Ä 12 = Receiver symbol ¡ (active) or ¢ (inactive) ? COMAND phone book A Call lists B Digits for call number entry C Bluetooth ® name of the currently connected mobile phone Bars ; indicate the current signal strength of the mobile network. When all bars full, reception is best. When [...]

X Changing the volume: Slide Z V Æ and press W . Making calls G Observe Safety notes, see page 148. Incoming call X Rejecting: Select Reject . or X Press button ~ on the multifunction steering wheel or on the telephone keypad in the center console. X Answering: Select Accept . or X Press button 6 on the multifunction steering wheel or on the telep[...]

X Deleting entire number: Press and hold $ on the telephone keypad in the center console until the number is deleted. or X Select r via the telephone menu and press and hold W until the number is deleted. X Connecting call: Press button 6 on the multifunction steering wheel or on the telephone keypad in the center console. or X Select 6 via the tel[...]

X Select DTMF from the telephone menu during a call. : Sending single digits via the predictive speller ; Sending a phone book entry as a string X Sending single digits: Select the desired digit via predictive speller : . Each selected digit will be sent immediately. You can, for example, save the number for an answering machine in the phone book. [...]

Calling an additional party You can call another party during an active call. The active call is put on hold. X Select NEW from the telephone menu and press W . or X Press button 6 on the telephone keypad in the center console. X Enter the number to call manually ( Y page 156) or from the phone book ( Y page 162). Switching between two parties (cal[...]

be accessed when the respective mobile phone is connected to COMAND via the Bluetooth ® interface. Importing contacts manually i Contacts that were imported manually can always be accessed. Contacts that were imported automatically can only be accessed when the respective mobile phone is connected to COMAND via the Bluetooth ® interface. Data can[...]

¯ Memory card entry G Entry containing multiple phone numbers ; Two-row predictive speller B Changing predictive speller language p Changing character set F Deleting selection ¬ Confirming selection % Back Selecting contacts from list X Phone book: Select Name . X Address book: Select Data/Connections Q Address Book . X Changing from predictive s[...]

: Cursor ; Data field = Two-row predictive speller B Selecting language p Changing character set * / E Selecting upper or lower case % Back F Deleting selection ¬ Confirming selection ? Preset category X Enter data into the data fields. X Entering data into data field: Select the respective characters in predictive speller = . X Moving the cursor:[...]

Via address book X Select Data/Connections . X Open Address Book . X Select contact ( Y page 160). X Press W . X Rotate c V d and press W . or X Select Options Q Call . Starting route guidance to an entry i You can use this function once you have saved a destination to the destination memory ( Y page 120). COMAND will then also save the entire dest[...]

X Select Calls Received or Calls Dialed . The respective list appears. Example illustration: List of numbers you have dialed : Close list ; Phone number and name if available = Options, for example saving X Selecting entry: Slide Z V Æ . X Dialing number: Press button 6 . Incoming calls that you have missed or rejected are indicated by a symbol in[...]

: Data fields for first name, last name, and company ; Number category = Phone category ? The data field for the phone number is filled-out automatically. A Two-row predictive speller X Proceed as described in section “Creating/ editing contacts” ( Y page 161). Adding to an existing address book entry X Open a call list. X Select the list entry[...]

Radio (except Weather Band) Presets (except Weather Band) Channel (only Weather Band) Info FM or AM or WB Sound Save Station Autostore Channel list Program Information Switch to FM wave band Treble Frequency Entry Preset station list Switch to AM wave band Bass Show Station Info Switch to Weather Band Balance/ Fader ª ¥ Radio 3D Sound Active Sour[...]

C Additional information provided by radio station or HD Radio™ program information D Artist and song title (when provided by the radio station) E Preset options F Radio options i Station name display ? is available for the AM/FM wave band and can only be seen when it is switched on ( Y page 170) and if the station transmits a name. HD Radio™ I[...]

Selecting stations/channels using the search function X Slide X V Y or rotate c V d when the main area is selected. Depending on the direction in which the controller is being slid or rotated, the system searches upward or downward and stops at the next receivable station/ channel. or X Press and hold button 9 or : on the multifunction steering whe[...]

X Select Audio Q FM/AM Radio Q WB Q Channel . or X Press W when the main area is selected. The channel list appears. The dot # in front of a list entry indicates the currently selected channel. X Select channel by rotating c V d or sliding Z V Æ and press W . i Vehicles with rear multicontour seats: Rear occupants can also select a channel using t[...]

Option 3 X Select Audio Q FM/AM Radio Q Radio Q Save Station Q Autostore . Station name display i In the FM wave band, COMAND can show the name of the station currently tuned in. Station name display : can only be seen when it is switched on and if the station transmits a name. X Switching the station name display on/ off: Select Audio Q FM/AM Radi[...]

Satellite radio submenu overview i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( Y page 76). Sat. Radio Presets Info Category Sound Channel List Station presets Showing program info Selecting category Treble Save Channel Bass Enter Channel Balance/Fader Service 3D Sound Introduction to satellite radio i A subscription to SIRIU[...]

This information is required when calling the SIRIUS XM Service Center for an activation request. i Activating the satellite radio service might not be available in certain places (e.g. in tunnels, parking garages, under leafy trees, or within or next to buildings). If a subscription is not included with system purchase, credit card information is [...]

service provider. Programming content is subject to change. Therefore, channel and categories shown in illustrations and descriptions contained in this manual may differ from the channels and categories delivered by the service provider. Selecting program category i The channels are categorized. Categories allow you to tune to stations broadcasting[...]

X Select station preset and briefly press W . or X Enter a position number with the telephone keypad using buttons ´ - Ã ( Y page 79). COMAND tunes in the corresponding channel as long as it is included in your subscription and is still available. i Vehicles with rear multicontour seats: Rear occupants can also select a channel using the buttons [...]

radio service is not activated, the channel list contains only the preview channel. Saving channels i There are 20 preset positions available. Option 1 X Select Audio Q Sat. Radio Q Sat. Radio Q Save Channel . Option 2 X Press W when the main area is selected. Option 3 X Select Audio Q Sat. Radio Q Presets . All three of these will call up a preset[...]

Calling SIRIUS XM Service Center i It may be necessary to call the SIRIUS XM Service Center if, for example: R You want to cancel the subscription or resubscribe at a later date. R You have forgotten to pay the bill. R You sell the vehicle. X Select Audio Q Sat. Radio Q Sat. Radio Q Service . The telephone number of the SIRIUS XM Service Center and[...]

File structure on a disc When you create an audio disc, the tracks can be organized in folders. A disc may contain a maximum of 4000 tracks. The directory depth may not exceed a maximum of 8 levels. The system will ignore files in lower levels. Notes on USB storage media Do not store data other than audio data on a USB storage medium. Doing so will[...]

loss of sound quality. This applies in particular when you have switched on 3-D sound. Notes on copyright The music tracks that you create and play back in the MP3 or WMA format are generally subject to copyright protection in accordance with the applicable international and national regulations. In many countries, reproductions are not permitted w[...]

Such damages are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Only use round discs with a diameter of 12 cm. Notes about handling CDs/DVDs R Only hold discs by the edge. R Handle discs carefully to prevent playback problems. R Avoid getting scratches, fingerprints and dust on discs. R Clean discs from time to time with a commercially-availabl[...]

X Removing a disc: Press desired magazine tray button = . X Remove the disc from slot : . If you do not remove the disc from slot : , the DVD changer will automatically pull it back in after a short time. X Removing all discs: Press button ? . The DVD changer ejects the disc from the currently selected magazine tray. X Remove the disc from slot : .[...]

CD, DVD-A, MP3 II/ ¯ / M (audio DVD mode only) REC (audio CD mode only) Search Media Sound Group (audio DVD mode only) Pausing playback II Copying audio data to hard disk Current Track List Selecting medium Treble Normal Track Sequence Stopping playback ¯ Folder Bass Medium Mix Restarting playback M Keyword Search Balance/ Fader Track List Mix (M[...]

i Shortcut button R takes you directly to the previously set disc mode (audio CD/ DVD, MP3-CD/DVD, video DVD). The number of times you have to press the shortcut button depends on the previously set mode. Example display in audio CD mode : Disc type ; Track number = Disc number ? Disc name (only when saved on the disc) A Track name (only when saved[...]

B Elapsed track time C Elapsed track time and track number (graphical display) D Sound settings E Medium selection F Track search G Artist (ID3 tags) H MP3 functions CD/DVD/MP3 functions Stop function i This function is only available in audio DVD mode. X Stopping playback: Select Audio Q Media Q DVD-A Q ± (twice). X Restarting playback: Select Au[...]

Track search You can use the following criteria to search for tracks: R Current Track List R Folder R Keyword Search R Playlists R Artists R Albums R Tracks R Genres R Composers R Year X Press W during playback while the main area is selected. or X Select Audio Q Search . The list of search criteria appears. X Select a search criteria and press W .[...]

E Status bar i The copying process may take a while depending on the size of the data. If the required storage space is insufficient, a message appears. X Aborting copying process: Select Cancel . The audio data that have been copied already are stored on the hard disk. X Deleting audio data: See ( Y page 199). Gracenote ® media database i This fu[...]

i The Group menu item cannot be selected if only one audio format is saved on the DVD. The list of available audio formats appears. A dot # indicates the format currently selected. X Changing setting: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d . X Exiting menu: Slide X V Y . Playback options The following options are available: R Normal Track Sequence : Tracks a[...]

vehicle or that the usual maximum volume cannot be achieved. On certain devices the volume can be set separately. In this case, start at a moderate volume and increase it slowly. In this way, you can determine whether the system is capable of playback without distortion, even at high volume. X Connect external audio and video sources as described i[...]

playback. Refer to operating instructions of the external device. X Selecting main function: Select Aux . X Press button ! on the remote control. X Select Source . X Select Display Aux for playback via the connections in the head restraint. or X Select Disk Drive Aux for playback via the connections in the rear seat. Switching to audio AUX operatio[...]

Rear Seat Entertainment System G Observe Safety notes, see page 76. G Warning! The driver should not wear a Rear Seat Entertainment headphone while operating the vehicle under any circumstances. The use of a headphone while driving the vehicle could drastically impair the ability to react to audible traffic conditions (e.g. emergency sirens from po[...]

R Forward and Rewind as well as Skipping tracks R Selecting the DVD menu and moving within that menu R Changing language, subtitles and camera angle R Calling up interactive DVD contents The following functions will be applied to one screen only: R Changing audio, video and screen settings R Switching between full screen, menu system and control me[...]

X Select Active Source for Rear in the COMAND. X Switch to the main function COMAND in the Rear Seat Entertainment System. COMAND video DVD Safety notes G Observe Safety notes, see page 176. Automatic picture fade-out If a video DVD is playing when the vehicle is shifted from park position P into neutral position N or drive position D the picture i[...]

Notes about handling DVDs For notes about handling DVDs, see ( Y page 179). Functional limitations Depending on the DVD, it is possible that certain functions or actions may be temporarily or permanently unavailable. If you try to utilize such functions or carry out such actions, you will see the K symbol in the display. Inserting or ejecting DVDs [...]

Control menu : Disc type ; Current track = Current scene ? Elapsed track time A Show the menu system Showing/hiding the menu system X Showing the menu: Press W . X Hiding the menu: Slide Z V to select Full screen and press W . Menu system : Video DVD options ; Pause = Stop ? Full-screen mode A Medium selection B Sound settings Fast forward/rewind X[...]

X Pause playback: Select II . In the display, II changes to M . X Continue playback: Select M . Play is continued from the point at which it was stopped. Selecting scene/chapter Entering scene/chapter using the COMAND controller X Make sure that the control menu is shown ( Y page 192). X Skipping forwards or back: Slide X V Y or turn c V d . or X P[...]

Calling up the DVD menu X Select Video Q Video DVD . X Show the menu system, if necessary ( Y page 193). X Select DVD-V Q DVD Functions Q Menu . The DVD menu appears. Selecting menu items in the DVD menu X Slide Z V Æ or X V Y . X Confirming the selection: Press W . The selection menu appears. X Reconfirming the selection: Select Select . COMAND c[...]

Back to the movie X Press back button % until you can see the movie. or X Select the corresponding menu item in the DVD menu. or X Select a menu item of your choice from the DVD menu. X Select the menu item Back (to the movie) in the selection menu. i Depending on the DVD, the menu item Back (to the movie) or the back button % may be without functi[...]

to be lost. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is not liable for any loss of data. Music Register submenu overview Music Register Search Media Sound Normal Track Sequence Search functions Selecting medium Treble Medium Mix Bass Track List Mix Balance/Fader Copy Music Files 3D Sound Rename/Delete Files Delete All Music Files Memory Information Show Track Inform[...]

: Media type Music Register ; Track number = Track name ? Elapsed track time A Elapsed track time (graphical display) B Current playback option (no display in “Normal Track Sequence”) C Sound settings D Medium selection E Current folder F Search functions G Medium position in media list H Calling up Music Register menu Copying audio data into t[...]

Starting copy process : Copies from memory card ; Copies to Music Register = Memory requirements, “Calling up memory information” ( Y page 199) ? Starting copy process A Name of source medium and target storage name B Back without copying C Medium position in media list X Select Start . The copying process starts. The status bar shows the copyi[...]

X Select MUSIC REGISTER Q Rename/ Delete Files . or X Press W when the main area is highlighted. The contents of the current folder are displayed. : Back ; Song title = Current folder X Back to previous folder: Select symbol U . The previous folder appears. Renaming folders and tracks X Select Rename/Delete Files . X Selecting folder or track: Slid[...]

For your safety and the safety of others, pull over to a safe location and stop before operating an external audio source. Connections i Always store the devices in a safe place. Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz connector cables. Suitable connector cables are located in the vehicle or can be purchased at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The media[...]

i Do not leave external devices in the vehicle. Proper function of the device could be impaired due to excessive temperatures, for example when exposing to direct sunlight or when the outside temperature is extremely low. Mercedes- Benz does not assume liability for damage to external devices. : 3.5 mm stereo jack AUX cable (4-pin) for connecting e[...]

From another main function X Press shortcut button R . COMAND activates the last selected disc mode. i When media interface operation was selected before, it is now activated. X Select Media Q Media Interface . The media list appears. The dot # indicates the currently played medium. i When no device is connected, Media Interface instead of the devi[...]

track, provided it has been played for longer that 8 seconds. When the track has been played for less than 8 seconds, you will skip to the track before the current one. When you select an option other than Normal Track Sequence , the track is chosen at random. Selecting via telephone keypad X Initiating entry: Press button Ä . The input menu appea[...]

i The menu option Music is not available yet while the device is being activated. Example illustration: Category list : Device symbol and name or selected category ; Available categories X Selecting category/playlist/folder: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d and confirm with W . The content of the selected category or folder appears. i The message Pleas[...]

USB storage device i This function is available for alphabetically ordered directories. The function is not available within playlists for example. X Within a folder, press the respective button on the telephone keypad once or more to enter the first character of the desired artist name. For example, press button l three times for an artist whose n[...]

Function Automatic Locking ( Y page 210) Trunk Opening-height Restriction ( Y page 210) You can select the individual vehicle functions in two ways. Approach 1: Selecting vehicle functions via the main area of the COMAND display : Menu item Vehicle ; Main area X Select menu item Vehicle : . Main area ; is active. You can select the individual vehic[...]

Setting easy-entry/exit feature i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( Y page 76). G Warning! You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel and driver’s seat when the easy-entry/ exit feature is activated. To stop seat/steering wheel movement, do one of the following: R Press s[...]

X Select Vehicle . The main area is active. X Selecting Interior Lighting Delayed Shut-off or Exterior Lighting Delayed Shut-off : Slide X V Y or rotate c V d and press W . A menu appears. The dot # indicates the currently selected setting. X Selecting setting: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d and press W . The dot # indicates the currently selected se[...]

X Select Vehicle . The main area is active. X Selecting Automatic Mirror Folding : Slide X V Y or rotate c V d . X Switching automatic fold-in function on/off: Press W . Locator lighting on/off i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( Y page 76). With the locator lighting feature activated and the exterior lamp switch i[...]

You can select whether the trunk lid should open fully or only to the height of the roof. X Select Vehicle . The main area is active. X Selecting Trunk Opening-height Restriction : Slide X V Y or rotate c V d . X Switching trunk opening-height restriction on or off: Press W . COMAND automatic climate control Introduction i The components and operat[...]

X Changing temperature: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d . X Exiting menu: Press W , back button % in the center console ( Y page 77) or slide X V Y . The setting is saved. Adjusting air distribution G Observe Safety notes, see page 365. You can adjust the air distribution separately for the driver’s and front passenger side. i When you change the ai[...]

X Changing air volume: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d . or X Switching back to automatic mode: Rotate c V d and select AUTO . X Exiting menu: Press W , back button % in the center console ( Y page 77) or slide X V Y . The setting is saved. Central climate control menu via COMAND The central climate control menu is in the center of the climate control[...]

! If the air conditioning cannot be activated again, this indicates that the air conditioning is losing refrigerant. The compressor has turned off. Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Selecting Mono mode Mono is used to adjust the climate zones for the entire vehicle at the same time. When the Mono func[...]

Adjusting air flow from air vents i In automatic mode, this setting optimizes the air flow when outside temperatures are high. The Airflow setting defines air distribution and air volume in automatic mode: R Focused (default setting, increased air flow) R Medium (reduced air flow) R Diffuse (minimal air flow) i When the interior ambient temperature[...]

R switch back to operating the front climate control system R switch off the rear climate control R switch the automatic function of the rear climate control from automatic to manual X Select climate control settings Q Central climate control menu. Switching off rear climate control operation from the front X Select climate control settings Q Centr[...]

The following seat adjustments can be made via COMAND: Settings Lumbar support ( Y page 217) Multicontour seats, front ( Y page 218) Drive-dynamic multicontour seats ( Y page 219) Selecting a seat You must first select the seat for which you would like to make adjustments. X Press button T . The main area is active. X Switching to the bottom menu l[...]

Multicontour seats, front i If PRE-SAFE ® has been activated, the air pressure in the air chambers (on the sides of the seat cushion and seat backrest) of the front multicontour seats is increased. i When you adjust the multicontour seat, noises may result from pumping air into or releasing air out of the air chambers. To support the spine, you ca[...]

Adjusting seat backrest curvature in lumbar area This function is used to adjust the air chambers in the lumbar area of the seat backrest. X Select seat ( Y page 216). X Selecting Lumbar : Slide X V Y or rotate c V d . X Confirming selection: Press W . Crosshair appears. You can use them to make two settings: R vertical: shift the point of greatest[...]

You can choose between: R 0 : off R 1 : level 1 (Less lateral support and slow air pressure build-up in the air chambers of the seat backrest side bolsters.) R 2 : level 2 (Strong lateral support and fast air pressure build-up in the air chambers of the seat backrest side bolsters.) X Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d until desired setting is reached. X[...]

Multifunction steering wheel The displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are controlled by using the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel. : Multifunction display ; Press button ~ to end a call to reject an incoming call 6 to answer a call to dial 32 to redial 32 8 to mute Press button W X to set the volu[...]

It is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being arranged in a circular pattern. X Press button = or ; repeatedly to switch menus. The number of menus available in the system depends on which optional equipment is installed in your vehicle. X Press button % to return to the next highest menu level. From a menu’s h[...]

Function : Trip menu ( Y page 223) ; Navi menu ( Y page 225) = Audio menu ( Y page 226) ? AMG 34 menu ( Y page 227) A Telephone menu ( Y page 230) B Assistance menu ( Y page 231) C Service menu ( Y page 233) D Settings menu ( Y page 234) Trip menu In the Trip menu, you can show an additional display for the speedometer and call up or reset your veh[...]

Fuel consumption statistics since last reset X Press button = or ; to select the Trip menu. X Press button : or 9 to select From Reset . : Distance driven since last reset ; Time elapsed since last reset = Average speed since last reset ? Average fuel consumption since last reset Resetting values You can reset the values for the following functions[...]

Navi menu The display in the Navi menu depends on whether route guidance is active or not. X Press button = or ; to select the Navi menu. Route guidance not active The multifunction display shows the direction of travel and the name of the street you are currently driving on, if known by the navigation system. : Direction of travel ; Street you are[...]

During a driving maneuver additional lanes may become available on the road or highway. : Lane that opened up during the driving maneuver ; Through lane Navigation status displays in the instrument cluster While route guidance is active, the following messages may be shown in the multifunction display: R O You have reached your destination. R Area [...]

Example illustration for FM radio : Station frequency ; Wave band setting X Selecting next or previous stored station: Press button : or 9 briefly to select a stored station. X Selecting next or previous station in wave band: Press and hold button : or 9 to select a station. You can only change the frequency band and save new stations using the COM[...]

The engine oil temperature will be shown in blue if the engine oil temperature has not yet reached 176‡ (80†). During this time, avoid driving at full engine speed. If the engine reaches the overspeed range in the manual shift program, you will see up next to gear indicator : as a reminder to upshift. Use buttons : or 9 to select the following [...]

: Gear indicator ; RACETIMER = Best lap time Resetting current lap X Press button W while the timer is running. The timer stops. X Press button X . The lap time is reset to “0”. Deleting all laps It is not possible to delete a single saved lap. X Press button W while the timer is running. The timer stops. X Press button X for at least 3 seconds[...]

: Lap number ; Lap time = Maximum speed during lap ? Lap length A Average speed during lap X Press button : or 9 to see other lap analyses. Telephone menu G Warning! A driver’s attention to the road must always be his/her primary focus when driving. For your safety and the safety of others, we recommend that you pull over to a safe location and s[...]

Ending a call or rejecting an incoming call X Press button ~ . Dialing a number from the phone book When your telephone is ready to receive calls, you may select and dial a number from the phone book at any time. X Press button = or ; to select the Telephone menu. X Press button : or 9 or a to switch to the phone book. The stored names are displaye[...]

Switching ESC on or off G Warning! Never switch off the ESC when you see the ESC warning lamp ÷ 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 conditions. Fai[...]

X Press button a again if you would like to change the current status. After the function has been activated, ATTENTION ASSIST indicator À appears on the left-hand side of the multifunction display. For more information on ATTENTION ASSIST, see ( Y page 355). Switching Blind Spot Assist on or off X Press button = or ; to select the DriveAssist men[...]

display and are based on conditions or system status the vehicle’s system has recorded. The vehicle status message memory function only appears if there are any messages stored. G Warning! Malfunction and warning messages are only indicated for certain systems and are intentionally not very detailed. The malfunction and warning messages are simpl[...]

X Press button a again if you would like to change the current status. Depending on the previous status, the Daytime Running Lamps will be switched on ( Enabled ) or off ( Disabled ). With Daytime Running Lamps mode Enabled selected and the exterior lamp switch at position $ or c , the low- beam headlamps are switched on when the engine is running.[...]

X Press button a again if you would like to change the current status. Depending on the previous status, the Display Unit Speed-/Odometer will be switched to miles or km . The additional speedometer ( Y page 235) will be shown in the other unit. Activating/deactivating the seat belt adjustment function 35 Use this function to set the seat belts to [...]

permitted. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non-approved way. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. X Press button = or ; to select the Settings menu. X Press button : or 9 to select the Radar Sensors function. X Press button a . X Press button a again if you would like to c[...]

G Warning! Please do not use the Voice Control System in an emergency, as the tone of your voice may change in a stressful situation. This could cause a delay in completing your phone call in a timely manner. This could distract you in an emergency situation and cause you to be involved in an accident. General information Depending on vehicle equip[...]

Starting the dialog with the Voice Control System X Switch on the ignition ( Y page 284). X Press button ? on the multifunction steering wheel. An acoustic signal sounds. The dialog is started. X Speak a command. Pausing and resuming a dialog Pausing You can pause the dialog when a selection list is displayed in COMAND. X Speak the command “Pause[...]

Multifunction display For example, telephone numbers are shown in the multifunction display : while dialing when the main Telephone menu is selected in the instrument cluster control system. Symbols The following symbols are found in the Voice Control System pages: This symbol stands for commands and voice names you are speaking. ^ This symbol st[...]

For a list of commands, see ( Y page 257). “Help navigation” Use the command “Help navigation” to read out an option list of available functions and commands that can be used in conjunction with the navigation system. Entering an address Speak the commands and address data in whole words. The system guides you completely through the dialog [...]

Sample dialog: Points of interest. _ The system shows the following list on the COMAND display: 1. Current position 2. Other state 3. Other province 4. Other town ^ Please select a line number or say an area name. Number one. ^ Number one accepted. ^ Loading data. _ The system displays a numbered list of available POI categories. ^ Please selec[...]

Sample dialog: Save destination. ^ Please say the name. John Smith. ^ Please repeat the name. John Smith. ^ Where do you want to save: home or work? Work. ^ The destination has been saved. “Find address” Use the command “Find address” to call up an address from memory and to start route guidance. “Navigate (to) <voice name>?[...]

“Cancel route guidance” Use the command “Cancel route guidance” to cancel route guidance. Sample dialog: Cancel route guidance. ^ Are you sure you want to cancel route guidance? Yes. Route guidance is canceled. or No. ^ Cancel. The dialog with the Voice Control System is canceled. Route guidance remains active. “Map” Use the comma[...]

The city selected is adopted for route guidance. “Enter district”, “Enter center” You can use the “Enter district” or “Enter center” command to enter an area in a city which you have selected previously. Sample dialog: Enter district. ^ Please say the name of the district. Manhattan. _ The system displays a list of available dis[...]

Safety notes for using the Voice Control System G Observe Safety notes, see page 237. Safety notes for using the telephone G Observe Safety notes, see page 148. Telephone operation You can use the Voice Control System to R dial phone number R store names and numbers in the COMAND address book R dial a phone number directly from the COMAND address b[...]

steering wheel instead of the concluding command “Ok”. “Repeat” Using the command “Repeat” will repeat all digits spoken up to that point. Upon repeating the digits, the system will prompt you to continue your input. Sample dialog: Dial number. ^ Please say the number. One two three. ^ One two three. Repeat. ^ One two three, pleas[...]

name for the second time, make sure to pronounce it the same as the first time. Otherwise the name cannot be saved and the Voice Control System aborts saving. After the command “Ok”, you will be prompted up to two times to input the name. When repeating the name, make sure that you pronounce it in the same manner as during the first input. Othe[...]

“Delete name” (COMAND address book) The command “Delete name” deletes a voice name for an address book entry. The address data are not deleted. Sample dialog: Delete name. ^ Please say the name. Smith. ^ Do you want to delete Smith. Yes. ^ The voice name has been deleted. “Read out phone book”, “Read out address book” and dial[...]

accident in which you or others could be injured. COMAND address book overview The address book lets you store voice names in address book entries. You can dial a phone number from the address book or start route guidance to a stored address via the Voice Control System. In addition to the voice names, the Voice Control System can also recognize al[...]

“Delete name” The command “Delete name” deletes a voice name for an address book entry. The address data are not deleted. Sample dialog: Delete name. ^ Please say the name. Smith. ^ Do you want to delete Smith? Yes. ^ The voice name has been deleted. “Navigate (to) <voice name>” For information on “Navigate (to) <voice [...]

i The list is displayed only when the address book contains a very small number of entries. When the address book contains several entries, the Voice Control System prompts you to speak a name. You can also use the commands “Open John Smith”, “Open Smith John”, or “Open <voice name>” to open an address book entry directly. Voice C[...]

Selecting a wave band You can set the wave band with the following commands: R “FM” R “AM” R “Weatherband” “Next station”, “Previous station” The following commands are used to start the station search and to tune in the next station: R “Next station” R “Previous station” “Next Category”, “Previous Category” You [...]

Sample dialog: Favorite station 37 . The Voice Control System sets the station. “Select Category” (satellite radio) Using the “Select category” command, you can select an available category. Sample dialog: Select category. ^ Please say the category name. News. The Voice Control System sets the category. “Category News” (satellite [...]

The system reads out the list of stations. When the system reads the station to be deleted: X Press button ? . The station to be deleted is selected. The system reads out the selected station again. ^ Do you want to delete “Favorite Station 37 ”? Yes. ^ Station deleted. The system deletes the station and reads out the remaining entries in the[...]

X Press button ? on the multifunction steering wheel. X Speak one of the following commands. Commands For a list of commands, see ( Y page 257). Help commands Use the following commands and the Voice Control System will read out a list of available commands for the audio/video functions: R “Help CD” R “Help DVD audio” R “Help DVD video”[...]

“Hard disk”, “Music Register” Use the command “Hard disk” or “Music Register” to switch to the internal hard disk (Music Register) of the COMAND. “Memory card” The “Memory card” command is used to switch from the DVD drive to the SD card. Voice Control System external devices Operation You can use the Voice Control System to[...]

R pause R address book R CD-Player R CD-Changer R navigation R route guidance R navi R nav R destination guidance R DVD audio R DVD video R radio R sat radio R satellite radio R SIRIUS R HD radio R telephone (on) R phone (on) R video R vehicle R service R system R correction R wrong R incorrect R help R help functions R help devices R help scope of[...]

R help media R help media player R help media changer R help media interface R help UCI R help USB interface R help USB R help MP3 R help MP3 player R help MP3 changer R help Music Register R help hard disk R help memory card R help SD card R help navigation R help navi R help nav R help routing R help route guidance R help navigation guidance R he[...]

R correction R wrong number R wrong phone number R wrong telephone number R incorrect number R incorrect phone number R incorrect telephone number R delete R delete number R delete phone number R delete telephone number R erase R erase number R erase phone number R erase telephone number Navigation commands R all navi/navigation functions R navigat[...]

R map (on) R show map R switch on map R turn on map R zoom in R zoom in on map R magnify map R zoom out R minimize map R zoom away from map R make map smaller R zoom in completely R zoom in all the way R zoom in to maximum size R maximum zoom R total magnification R total magnify R zoom out completely R zoom out all the way R zoom (out) to minimum [...]

R enter (name of) street first R enter (name of) road first R street name first R road name first R intersection R crossing R enter intersection R enter crossing R enter (another) house number R change house number R point(s) of interest R POI R enter point(s) of interest R enter POI(s) R last destination(s) R last address R save destination R save[...]

Address book commands R all address book functions R address book (on) R address list (on) R addresses (on) R address directory (on) R list/read out/read aloud/get/play address book R list/read out/read aloud/get/play address list R list/read out/read aloud/get/play addresses R list/read out/read aloud/get/play address directory R delete/clear/eras[...]

R call <voice name> home land line R call <voice name> home mobile R call <voice name> home pager R work R office R business R company R car R car phone/telephone R land line R land line phone/telephone R mobile R cell phone/telephone R mobile phone/telephone R cellular phone/telephone R pager R work car R work land line R work mo[...]

R weatherband radio (on) R (find) next station R (find) next channel R (find) following station R (find) following channel R station search ascending/going up R channel search ascending/going up R other/another/find station R other/another/find channel R radio seek R channel/station 1-x R channel/station <voice name> R delete/clear/erase stat[...]

R list/read out/read aloud/play/get/ recall category list R previous/last category R select/choose category R all categories R category <voice name> R satellite radio info CD/DVD/MP3 R CD (on) R CD player (on) R CD changer (on) R DVDA/ADVD/audio DVD/DVD audio player (on) R DVDA/ADVD/audio DVD/DVD audio changer (on) R video DVD/DVDV/VDVD/movie[...]

R next/other/another/following chapter R next/other/another/following scene R chapter/scene up R previous/preceding/last/prior scene R previous/preceding/last/prior chapter R chapter/scene down R next/other/another/following title R title up R previous/preceding/last/prior title R title down R (select) scene/chapter 1-99 R (select) scene/chapter nu[...]

Help window You can use the help window to view a selection of valid commands on the COMAND display. The help functions can be switched on or off via COMAND in the System menu ( Y page 93). Entering digits and spelling Entering digits R Digits from “Zero” to “Nine” may be used. R Speaking phone numbers in digit blocks of 3 to 5 digits has p[...]

Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution An address book entry without voice name is not recognized. The address book fields for first and last name are completed. However, you only spoke the last name or the first name. X Say both the first name and the last name of the address book entry. Pronunciation of names in the address book do[...]

Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution A station list entry is not recognized. The voice names of the station names do not differ from each other sufficiently. X Create a voice name for the station ( Y page 253). or X Speak the command “Read out station list”. The Voice Control System reads the station list aloud. X Press button [...]

Voice Control System individualization i The individualization can only be performed when the vehicle is stationary. If you drive off, the individualization will be canceled. After starting the session, the system will guide you through the individualization by means of acoustic instructions. The individualization is used to adapt the Voice Control[...]

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Vehicle equipment ............................ 274 Locking and unlocking ..................... 274 Starter switch positions ................... 284 Seats .................................................. 286 Multifunction steering wheel .......... 293 Mirrors ............................................... 294 Memory function .....................[...]

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 56. When unlocking or locking the [...]

interference that may cause undesired operation. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept[...]

i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Any unauthorized modification to this device could vo[...]

Possibility 2 (One SmartKey in the vehicle, no SmartKey outside the vehicle): When exiting and trying to lock the vehicle, the message Key Detected In Vehicle appears in the multifunction display. The vehicle will not be locked. Factory setting X Global unlocking: Pull an outside door handle. Unless you open a door or the trunk within approximately[...]

X Have the SmartKey deactivated by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Report the loss of the SmartKey or the mechanical key to your car insurance company immediately. X Have the mechanical lock replaced if necessary. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replacement. For information on replacing the SmartKey, see [...]

The doors are designed to unlock automatically after an accident if the force of the impact exceeds a preset threshold. The vehicle locks automatically when the ignition is switched on and the wheels are turning at a vehicle speed of above 9 mph (15 km/h). You could therefore lock yourself out when the vehicle is pushed or towed or is on a test sta[...]

X Press and hold button F ( Y page 274) on the SmartKey until the trunk unlocks and begins to open. or X Pull on handle : . In vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: The vehicle must be unlocked. If the trunk does not open, it is still locked separately ( Y page 283). Vehicles with trunk opening/closing system: X Stopping the opening procedure: Press button [...]

The power closing assist automatically ensures that the trunk lid is pulled completely close ( Y page 283). Closing the trunk from the inside automatically G Warning! Maintain sight of the area around the rear of the vehicle while operating the trunk lid with the door mounted switch. Monitor the closing procedure carefully to make sure no one is in[...]

Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO X Press trunk closing switch : briefly. If the trunk lid comes into contact with an object while closing, the closing procedure is stopped and the trunk lid reopens slightly. This will happen only while the trunk is in its upper motion sequence. Check if luggage has been piled too high, for examp[...]

X Briefly press emergency release button : . The emergency release button unlocks and opens the trunk while the vehicle is standing still or in motion. Illumination of the emergency release button: R The button flashes for 30 minutes after opening the trunk. R The button flashes for 60 minutes after closing the trunk. The emergency release button d[...]

G Warning! Only drive with the doors closed. Otherwise, one or more of the doors could open while the vehicle is in motion, putting you and/or others at risk. G Warning! Make sure the trunk is closed when the engine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconscio[...]

then insert the SmartKey into the starter switch. i The KEYLESS-GO start/stop button does not need to be removed from the starter switch when you leave the vehicle. However, always take the SmartKey with you when you leave the vehicle. As long as the SmartKey is in the vehicle, the vehicle’s electrical systems can be switched on or the engine can[...]

i When you now press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once and the driver’s door is open, the power supply is switched off. Seats Safety notes G Warning! In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle control the following must be done before the vehicle is put into motion: R seat adjustment R head restraint adjustment R steering wheel adjustment R r[...]

or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. G Warning! For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. This will reduce the potential for injury to the h[...]

X Adjust the seat using seat switches : , ; and A . Adjusting front passenger seat from driver’s seat/rear G Warning! When adjusting the front passenger seat, make sure the seat, if occupied, is as far from the front passenger front air bag as possible. Otherwise, the passenger could be seriously or even fatally injured in the event of an acciden[...]

Head restraint fore and aft adjustment X Push or pull on the upper edge of the head restraint cushion to the desired position. Comfort head restraint G Warning! When folding back the side cushions, never reach between the side cushion and the mounting post. You could otherwise be trapped. You can adjust the side cushions of the head restraints indi[...]

The steering wheel and driver’s seat will return to their last set memory position or a factory-set maximum forward position R when you close the driver’s door with the ignition switched on R when you insert the SmartKey into the starter switch R when you press the KEYLESS-GO start/ stop button once with the driver’s door closed i For safety [...]

G Warning! Make sure the rear seat head restraints engage when placing them upright manually. Otherwise their protective function cannot be ensured. The back of the head will not be supported in the event of a collision. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries. Rear seat occupants can be seriously injured or killed. Folding rear seat head r[...]

mounting post. You could otherwise be trapped. X Adjusting side cushions: Pull or push side cushions : into desired position. X Adjusting head restraint angle: Push or pull on the lower edge of the head restraint cushion in direction of arrow ; . Seat ventilation The blue indicator lamps in seat ventilation button : come on to show which ventilatio[...]

Multicontour seats, rear You can adjust the rear outer multicontour seats using the buttons on the center console. X Selecting a seat: Press rocker switch : or C forward or backward. The indicator lamp in the selected rocker switch lights up for a short while. Gentle massage X Switching on: Press rocker switch ; forward. X Switching off: Pull rocke[...]

Steering wheel adjustment X Adjusting steering wheel in or out: Move stalk in direction of arrows : . X Adjusting steering wheel up or down: Move stalk in direction of arrows ; . i The memory function ( Y page 297) lets you store the settings for the steering wheel together with the settings for the seat position and the exterior rear view mirrors.[...]

Exterior rear view mirrors G Warning! Exercise care when using the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror. The mirror surface is convex (outwardly curved surface for a wider field of view). Objects in mirror are closer than they appear. Check your interior rear view mirror and glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. i You can store the s[...]

X Switch on the ignition. X Press button = , to select the passenger- side exterior rear view mirror. X Shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R . The passenger-side exterior rear view mirror moves to the preset parking position. X Adjust the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror with adjustment button ; so that you see the rear whee[...]

Folding in and out manually i The mirrors do not fold out if they have been folded in manually. Please make sure both mirrors are folded out before driving off. The exterior rear view mirrors can vibrate if they are not folded out completely. X Folding in: Briefly press button : . Both exterior rear view mirrors fold in. X Folding out: Briefly pres[...]

Storing positions into memory X Adjust the seats. X On the driver’s side, also adjust the steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors to the desired positions. X Press memory button M once and within 3 seconds press memory position button 1 , 2 or 3 . When the settings are stored to the selected position, an acknowledgement signal sounds. Recal[...]

Switch off the parking lamps or the rear fog lamp manually. ! Failure to switch off the parking lamps when leaving the vehicle may result in a discharged battery. i Vehicles without front fog lamps: For better detection of the vehicle, the LED daytime running lamps are dimmed to parking lamp level when the low-beam headlamps are switched on. Low-be[...]

daytime running lamp mode on or off (USA only)” ( Y page 234). X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position $ or c . When the engine is running and the ambient light is bright, the daytime running lamps come on. In low ambient lighting conditions, the following lamps will come on additionally: R Low-beam headlamps R Parking lamps 38 R green indica[...]

Vehicles without front fog lamps X Switching on rear fog lamp: Pull out the exterior lamp switch to its stop ( Y page 298). The rear fog lamp and the yellow indicator lamp R in the exterior lamp switch come on. X Switching off rear fog lamp: Push in the exterior lamp switch to its stop. Locator lighting and night security illumination The locator l[...]

The system cannot recognize the following road users: R Road users without a lighting system of their own, e.g. pedestrians R Road users with dim lighting of their own, e.g. cyclists R Road users whose lighting is obstructed, e.g. road users behind a guardrail R In some seldom cases, even road users with a lighting system of their own may be recogn[...]

right turn signals will operate when the ignition is switched on. X Switching off: Press hazard warning flasher switch : again. i If the hazard warning flasher was activated automatically, press hazard warning flasher switch : to switch it off. S 600 and S 65 AMG (USA only): When the hazard warning flasher was activated by a hard stop automatically[...]

Switching off X Switch off the left or right turn signal. or X Steer straight ahead. The corner-illuminating lamp goes out. i There may be a brief delay before the corner-illuminating lamps go out. Interior lighting in the front i Even with the SmartKey being removed from the starter switch you can still use the lighting for the storage compartment[...]

Leaving an interior lamp switched on for an extended period of time with the engine turned off could result in a discharged battery. : Rear reading lamp ; p Rear reading lamp switch = Rear interior lamp Switching rear reading lamp and rear interior lamp on/off: X Press reading lamp switch p . Rear reading lamp : and rear interior lamp = come on. X [...]

Intermittent wiping Only switch on intermittent wiping under wet weather conditions or in the presence of precipitation. When you select intermittent wiping, the rain sensor is activated. The rain sensor sets a suitable wiping interval depending on the wetness of the sensor surface automatically. ! Do not leave windshield wipers on an intermittent [...]

R Remove blockage. R Turn the windshield wipers on again. If the windshield wipers fail to function at all with the combination switch in position Ä or Å , R set the combination switch to the next higher wiper speed R have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Power windows Opening and closing The door windo[...]

X Switch on the ignition. X Opening/closing: Press or pull and hold switch : to ? to the resistance point. The corresponding door window moves downward or upward until you release the switch. X Express operation: Press or pull switch : to ? past the resistance point and release. The corresponding door window opens or closes completely. X Stopping d[...]

Summer opening feature When the weather is warm, you can ventilate the vehicle before driving off by simultaneously R opening the door windows R retracting the rear door window sunshades R opening the tilt/sliding sunroof R opening the panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel and roller sunblinds R switching on the seat ventilation for the driv[...]

anyone being harmed by the closing procedure, press and hold button & . Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: R Release the sensor surface on the outside door handle to stop the closing procedure. R Immediately pull on the same outside door handle and hold firmly. The door windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof or panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel [...]

Driving and parking Safety notes 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 in the footwell, make sure the pedals still have sufficient clearance. During sudden driving or braking maneuvers the objects could ge[...]

children unattended in the vehicle, as they could otherwise accidentally start the engine. When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious p[...]

If the engine does not start after several starting attempts: X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. 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 typ[...]

X Wait for the gear selection process to complete before setting the vehicle in motion. X Release the brake pedal. X Carefully depress the accelerator pedal. The electronic parking brake releases automatically. The red indicator lamp F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) in the instrument cluster goes out. After a cold start, the automatic transmission s[...]

the starter switch, or press the KEYLESS- GO start/stop button. R Take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle when leaving. Electronic parking brake G Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to a[...]

The red indicator lamp F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) in the instrument cluster comes on. i In addition to engaging the electronic parking brake, the automatic transmission may shift into park position P automatically. Emergency braking with electronic parking brake In an emergency situation, you can also brake your vehicle by using the electronic[...]

G Warning! Keep in mind that turning off the engine alone only will shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N automatically. Always shift the automatic transmission into park position P before turning off the engine. Otherwise the vehicle could roll away which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. i In an emerge[...]

G Warning! It is dangerous to shift the automatic transmission out of park position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear[...]

Shifting into neutral position N X With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal. X Move the gear selector lever up or down to the resistance point to select neutral position N . When you turn off the engine, the automatic transmission will shift into neutral position N automatically. SmartKey: Removing the SmartKey from the starter swi[...]

R the selected gear range ( Y page 321) R the selected program mode: C / S ( Y page 322) or M (AMG vehicles only) ( Y page 324) R the position of the accelerator pedal R the vehicle speed With drive position D selected, you can influence transmission shifting by R limiting the gear range R extending the gear range R changing the gears manually (AMG[...]

Effect A Neutral position No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are released, the vehicle can be moved freely (pushed or towed). To avoid damage to the transmission, never shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N while driving. Exception: If the ESC is switched off or malfunctioning, shift the au[...]

Effect = With this selection you can use the braking effect of the engine. 5 Allows the use of the engine’s braking effect when driving R on steep downgrades R in mountainous regions R under extreme operating conditions 4 For maximum use of the engine’s braking effect on very steep or lengthy downgrades. Automatic shift program The program mode[...]

Selecting program mode C means: R The vehicle starts out more gentle, both forward and reverse, except when driving off with full throttle. R Traction and driving stability are improved on icy roads. R Upshifts occur earlier even when you give more gas. The engine then operates at lower revolutions and the wheels are less likely to spin. Selecting [...]

Shifting into optimal gear range X Pull and hold left gearshift control : . The automatic transmission will select the gear range suited for optimal acceleration and deceleration automatically. This will involve shifting down one or more gears. Manual shift program The manual shift program is available on AMG vehicles only. Manual program mode M di[...]

In manual program mode M , upshift indicator ; in the multifunction display advises you to upshift before the engine reaches the overspeed range. Thus you can drive at the maximum engine speed for each gear without overrevving the engine. X Shift the automatic transmission from current gear : into the next higher gear. The fuel supply will otherwis[...]

otherwise seriously damage the brake system or the transfer case which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Because the ESC operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO start/stop button in position 0 or 1 ) when the electronic parking brake is being te[...]

Coolant temperature gauge The coolant temperature gauge is located on the left side in the instrument cluster ( Y page 32). G Warning! Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire. You could be seriously burned. Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns wh[...]

The driving safety systems ABS, Adaptive Brake, Adaptive Brake Lights, BAS, BAS PLUS, EBP, ESC and PRE-SAFE ® Brake are described in the “Safety and security” section ( Y page 63). Cruise control The cruise control maintains the speed you set for your vehicle automatically. The use of the cruise control is recommended for driving at a constant[...]

R when the automatic transmission is in park position P , reverse gear R , or neutral position N R the ESC is switched off or has switched off due to a malfunction The vehicle speed displayed in the speedometer can briefly vary from the speed setting for the cruise control system. Setting current speed X Accelerate or decelerate to the desired spee[...]

Adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments i The set speed value is increased or decreased in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments each time you lift or press the cruise control lever up or down to the resistance point. X Increasing: Briefly lift the cruise control lever up to the resistance point in direction of arrow : . X Decreasing: Briefly p[...]

G Warning! When the DISTRONIC PLUS is braking, the brake pedal is retracted (i.e. depressed automatically). The pedals’ range of motion must not be impeded by any obstacles: R Do not place any objects in the footwell. R Make sure that the floormats and carpets are securely in place. R Do not rest your foot underneath the brake pedal, as it could [...]

switched on. Otherwise, you may not be able to recognize dangerous situations until it is too late. This could cause an accident in which you and/or others could be injured. G Warning! The “Resume” function should only be operated if the driver is fully aware of the previously set speed and wishes to resume this particular preset speed. G Warni[...]

i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will vo[...]

You must also apply the brakes yourself to avoid a collision. The DISTRONIC PLUS brakes the vehicle in an effort to restore the preset distance or to maintain the set speed. The brake pedal is automatically applied as this happens which results in the brake pedal moving Keep driver’s foot area clear at all times, including the area under the brak[...]

: Preceding vehicle, if detected ; Actual distance to the preceding vehicle = Preset distance threshold to the preceding vehicle ? Your vehicle DISTRONIC PLUS lever : Setting current or higher speed ; Setting current or lower speed = Deactivating the DISTRONIC PLUS ? Activating the DISTRONIC PLUS or resuming to the last set speed A Setting followin[...]

Below 20 mph (30 km/h), you can only switch on the DISTRONIC PLUS if the preceding vehicle has been detected and is shown in the multifunction display. If you no longer see the preceding vehicle in the multifunction display and if it is no longer detected because it has changed lanes, for example, the DISTRONIC PLUS switches off and a signal sounds[...]

Stopping G Warning! The braking effect of the DISTRONIC PLUS is canceled and the vehicle can start to roll if R the DISTRONIC PLUS is switched off using the DISTRONIC PLUS lever R you accelerate R the DISTRONIC PLUS system or the power supply is malfunctioning, e.g. due to battery failure R the electrical components in the engine compartment or the[...]

You can increase or decrease the set speed in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments or in 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h) increments. When you use the DISTRONIC PLUS lever to decelerate, the brake system will brake the vehicle automatically if the engine’s braking power does not brake the vehicle sufficiently. Adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments [...]

R the radar sensors are switched off R you pull the DISTRONIC PLUS lever in direction of arrow ? ( Y page 335) for driving off and the front passenger or a rear passenger door is open The marker for the set speed on the speedometer dial go out, an acoustic signal sounds, and the message DISTRONIC PLUS Off appears in the multifunction display for ap[...]

The DISTRONIC PLUS regulates only the distance between your vehicle and those directly ahead of it. It may not register stationary objects in the road, e.g.: R a stopped vehicle in a traffic jam R a disabled vehicle R an oncoming vehicle The driver must always be alert, observe all traffic and intercede as required by means of steering or braking t[...]

The DISTRONIC PLUS has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes. There will be insufficient distance to the lane-changing vehicle. Narrow vehicles Because of their narrow profile, the vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the lane have not yet been detected by the DISTRONIC PLUS. There will be insufficient distance to the preceding vehicles[...]

HOLD function The HOLD function can assist you R when driving off, especially on steep slopes R when maneuvering on steep slopes R when waiting in traffic The vehicle is kept stationary without the driver having to depress the brake pedal. Upon depressing the accelerator pedal, the braking effect is canceled and the HOLD function is deactivated. G [...]

R you depress the brake pedal fully again until the message HOLD in the multifunction display disappears R you engage the electronic parking brake R you activate the DISTRONIC PLUS i After a while, the vehicle will be secured by the electronic parking brake to relieve the service brake. G Warning! The braking effect of the HOLD function is canceled[...]

X Start the engine. Sporty damping adjustment The firmer suspension tuning in sport driving mode provides enhanced road contact. Select this mode for example, on winding highways. X If indicator lamp ; is not lit: Press ADS switch : . Indicator lamp ; comes on. The sport driving mode with a firmer suspension tuning is selected. The message AIRMATIC[...]

X Briefly press vehicle level control switch : . Indicator lamp ; comes on. The vehicle adjusts from normal level to raised level. The message: Vehicle Rising appears in the multifunction display when adjusting from normal level to raised level. The message disappears when the vehicle is raised. Indicator lamp ; is then lit. When the vehicle is in [...]

The following vehicle level settings can be selected when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running: Level Use for Indicator lamp Normal For driving on normal roads. The indicator lamp is off. Raised For driving on rough roads or with snow chains ( Y page 433). The indicator lamp is on. Select the “Raised” level setting only when requ[...]

Comfort suspension tuning Vehicle handling in comfort driving mode is softer. Select this mode when you prefer a more comfortable driving style. X When indicator lamp ; is on: Press button : . Indicator lamp ; goes out. The comfortable chassis and suspension setup is selected. The message ABC Active Body Control COMFORT appears in the multifunction[...]

in the front bumper and four sensors in the rear bumper. Example illustration, sensors in the front bumper To function properly, sensors : must be free of dirt, ice, snow and slush. Clean sensors : regularly. Be careful not to scratch or damage sensors : , see “Cleaning the driving systems sensors” ( Y page 443). G Warning! The Parktronic is a [...]

signal. If the obstacle is closer than the minimum distance, the actual distance may no longer be indicated by the Parktronic system. Warning indicators Visual signals indicate the relative distance between the sensors and an obstacle. Front area warning indicators Rear area warning indicators Each warning indicator is divided into five yellow and [...]

X Switching off: Press Parktronic switch : . Indicator lamp ; comes on. X Switching on: Press Parktronic switch : again. i When you switch the Parktronic system on or off the Parking Guidance ( Y page 350) is also switched on or off. Parktronic system malfunction There is a malfunction in the Parktronic system, if only the red distance segments ill[...]

G Warning! The system cannot detect objects located above the area that the sensors scan. These objects, e.g. protruding load, overhang, or truck tail lifts, will be ignored when computing the parking procedure. The Parking Guidance might therefore provide untimely steering instructions. This could cause a collision. Thus, do not use the Parking Gu[...]

space, parking space symbol ; changes to blue. When a parking space has been detected, an additional arrow to the right = or to the left : appears. In order to be detected by the Parking Guidance, a parking space must be R closed-in at the rear R parallel to the direction of travel R at least 5 ft (1.5 m) wide R at least 4.3 ft (1.3 m) longer than [...]

X When the vehicle is stationary, turn the steering wheel until red lane = matches up with yellow lane ? . Lane ? then turns green. If the parking space is located within the display range, a white bracket with an arrow for the target position is shown at the end of the green lane. Driving into the parking space Green lane : indicates the correct s[...]

X Adjust the end position by maneuvering as needed. X Observe the Parktronic system warning indicator ( Y page 349). Canceling the Parking Guidance X Press the Parktronic switch ( Y page 349). The Parking Guidance is canceled immediately and the Parktronic system is deactivated. The Parking Guidance is canceled automatically if guidance into the pa[...]

G Warning! Use of rear view camera can be dangerous if you are color-blind or have impaired color vision. Only use rear view camera if you can see and distinguish all colored guidelines shown by rear view camera on the COMAND system display. Camera lens : must be free of dirt, ice, snow, and slush to function properly. Clean the camera lens regular[...]

G Warning! The ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid to the driver. It might not recognize fatigue or increasing inattentiveness in time or fail to recognize them at all. The system cannot substitute a rested and attentive driver. Fatigue can cause you to recognize dangers too late, to misjudge potential dangers, or to react slower. Therefore, make sure [...]

display. The image in the multifunction display corresponds to a road lit up by high- beam headlamps. G Warning! The Night View Assist Plus is only an aid to support you while driving and cannot substitute your careful attention. Do not rely on the display of the Night View Assist Plus; instead, continue to look through the windshield. You are alwa[...]

and cannot check the function of the Night View Assist Plus. Image on multifunction display When you switch on the Night View Assist Plus, the dial for the speedometer changes on the multifunction display. The speedometer dial is shown as a bar on the lower edge of the multifunction display. The line for main menus is no longer available. If you wo[...]

X Dimming illumination: Turn knob : counterclockwise. Dirty or fogged-up windshield The Night View Assist Plus image is diminished when the windshield in front of the camera is R dirty R fogged up on the outside R fogged up on the inside G Warning! Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle. A driver’s attention[...]

sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non-approved way. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. i Canada only: Thi[...]

of the bumper around the sensors is free of dirt, ice and snow. The radar sensors must not be obstructed, for example, by bicycle carriers or overhanging luggage. ! In the event of a significant impact or damage affecting the bumpers, have the radar sensors checked by a qualified specialist workshop such as a Mercedes- Benz Center. Failure to do th[...]

Lane Keeping Assist The Lane Keeping Assist supports you at a vehicle speed of above 40 mph when you have set the display unit to miles in the Display Unit Speed-/Odometer: menu in the control system ( Y page 235). When you have set the display unit to km , the system supports you at a vehicle speed of above 60 km/h. When the Lane Keeping Assist de[...]

conditions and to provide the steering, braking and other driving inputs necessary to retain control of the vehicle. Failure to do so could result in recognizing dangers too late, possibly resulting in an accident and serious injury to yourself and others. Switching on or off X Switch on or off the Lane Keeping Assist via the control system ( Y pag[...]

Function Recommendation/Notes 4 Front defroster i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the side windows are clear again. ( Y page 370) 5 Air recirculation i Only use this function for a short time, e.g. in a tunnel. Otherwise, the windows can fog up due to lack of fresh air. ( Y page 371) 6 Climate control on/ off i Switch on/off[...]

Function Recommendation/Notes L Air distribution, left M Temperature control, left i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). Notes on climate control system i If you have the air distribution and air volume automatically controlled, you can adjust the temperature, footwell temperature and air flow. The following basic settings are recommended: R Auto[...]

Deactivating the climate control system G Warning! When the climate control system is deactivated, the outside air supply and circulation are also deactivated. Only choose this setting for a short time. Otherwise the windows could fog up, impairing visibility and endangering you and others. Deactivating the front climate control X Deactivating: Pre[...]

In automatic mode, cooling with dehumidification is switched on. This function can be switched off if necessary. G Warning! If you deactivate the air conditioning, the vehicle will not be cooled when weather conditions are warm. The windows can fog up more quickly. Window fogging may impair visibility and endanger you and others. Automatic mode wit[...]

Front temperature with front climate control panel X Increasing/decreasing: Press rocker switches w up or down or use COMAND ( Y page 211). The climate control system will correspondingly adjust the interior air temperature. Rear temperature with front climate control panel X Activate the Rear Y function via COMAND ( Y page 215). This function is u[...]

Side air vents Example illustration driver’s side : Left side defroster air vent, fixed ; Left side air vent, adjustable = Thumbwheel for air volume control for adjustable left side air vent X Opening/closing: Turn thumbwheel = upward or downward. Ventilated glove box The glove box can be ventilated, for instance to cool its contents, when the cl[...]

B-pillar air vents : Side air vent, adjustable ; Thumbwheel for air volume control for side air vent X Opening/closing: Turn thumbwheel ; to the left or to the right. Adjusting air distribution The air distribution can be adjusted separately on each side of the passenger compartment. Air distribution in front/rear passenger compartment via COMAND T[...]

Activating X Press rocker switch ¬ up or down. The indicator lamp in the rocker switch comes on. The climate control switches to the following functions automatically: R most efficient blower speed and heating power, depending on outside temperature R air flows onto the windshield and the front door windows R the air conditioning compressor switch[...]

window fogging persists, make sure the air conditioning is activated, or press button ¬ . X Activating: Press rocker switch g up or down. The indicator lamp in the rocker switch comes on. i The air recirculation mode is activated automatically at high outside temperatures. The indicator lamp in rocker switch g is not lit when the air recirculation[...]

X Switch on the ignition. X Switching on: Press rocker switch ¤ up or down. The indicator lamp in the rocker switch comes on. X Switching off: Press rocker switch ¤ up or down. The rear window defroster switches off when the battery voltage is too low. Too many electrical consumers may be operating simultaneously. X Switch off consumers that are [...]

Sunroof switch : Raising ; Opening = Closing With the sunroof closed or raised, you can slide the sunroof screen forward and back. X Switch on the ignition. Opening X Opening manually: Press and hold the sunroof switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow ; . X Release the sunroof switch when the desired position is reached. X Express oper[...]

in direction of arrow = until the tilt/sliding sunroof is fully closed. The tilt/sliding sunroof closes with greater force. If the tilt/sliding sunroof is blocked again and opens slightly: X Immediately after the tilt/sliding sunroof was blocked and has opened, pull and hold the sunroof switch in direction of arrow = until the tilt/sliding sunroof [...]

required direction of arrow : , ; or = until the front roller sunblind has reached its desired position. X Express operation: Move the roof panel switch past the resistance point in direction of arrow : , ; or = and release. The front roller sunblind retracts/extends completely. X Stopping during express operation: Move the roof panel switch in any[...]

Opening and closing the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel G Observe Safety notes, see page 56. G Warning! When opening or closing the tilt/sliding panel, make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening/closing procedure. The tilt/sliding panel is equipped with the express operation and automatic reversal function. If th[...]

panel switch past the resistance point in direction of arrow ; and release. X Stopping during express operation: Move the roof panel switch in any direction. i When the tilt/sliding panel is open, resonance noises may result in addition to the usual wind noises. They are caused by minimal pressure changes in the passenger compartment. To reduce or [...]

panel could otherwise lock-up in the open position. If the tilt/sliding panel cannot be closed or synchronized, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Tilt/sliding panel and front roller sunblind X Switch on the ignition. X Pull and hold the roof panel switch several times in direction of arrow = ( Y page 375) until[...]

distribution. It is therefore recommended to load the vehicle accordingly with the heaviest items being placed towards the front of the vehicle. Please pay attention to and comply with the following instructions when loading the vehicle and transporting cargo: R Always place items being carried against front or rear seat backrests, and fasten them [...]

X Opening: Press coat hook : . The coat hook moves out. X Closing: Press coat hook : until it engages. Retaining hook A retaining hook can be used to attach cargo items such as bags. ! Do not use the retaining hook to tie down cargo. X Pull strap : of retaining hook ; down. Cargo tie-down hooks Four cargo tie-down hooks are located in the trunk. Al[...]

X Opening: Press glove box lid release : . X Closing: Push glove box lid ; upwards until it engages. You can lock the glove box, e.g. when the vehicle is in the shop for service. The glove box can only be locked or unlocked with the mechanical key. 1 Glove box unlocked 2 Glove box locked Eyeglasses compartment X Opening: Press eyeglasses compartmen[...]

Rear storage compartments G Warning! To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when storing objects in the vehicle. Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backrests. Keep compartment lids closed. This will help to prevent stored objects from being thr[...]

X Pull handle : upward in direction of arrow. X Swing cover ; down. Storage bags G Warning! Storage bags are intended for storing light- weight items only. Heavy objects, objects with sharp edges or fragile objects may not be transported in the storage bag. In an accident, during hard braking, or sudden maneuvers, they could be thrown around inside[...]

damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When not in use, keep the cup holder closed. An open cup holder may cause injury to you or others when contacted during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an accident. Keep in mind that objects placed in the cup holder may come loose during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an accident and be[...]

Sun visors G Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visors closed while vehicle is in motion. Reflected glare can endanger you and others. : Vanity mirror lamp ; Mounting = Holder, e.g. for gas cards ? Front vanity mirror A Front vanity mirror cover Glare through the windshield X Flip sun visor down [...]

X Switch on the ignition. X Extending/Retracting: Press rear window sunshade switch : briefly. X Switch on the ignition. X Extending/Retracting: Press or pull the rear window sunshade switch : past the resistance point. Ashtrays Center console ashtray X Opening: Press mark on cover : forward. X Removing ashtray insert: Grab ashtray insert = on the [...]

To avoid possible injury to children sitting in the rear seat, activate the override switch. Activation of the override switch deactivates the rear center console lighter. If the engine is off and the cigarette lighter is being used extensively, the vehicle battery may become discharged. X Open the cover ( Y page 387). X Switch on the ignition. X P[...]

Power outlet in trunk Tele Aid ! In order to activate the Tele Aid system, a subscriber agreement must be completed. To ensure your system is activated and operational, please press Information button E 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[...]

R The indicator lamp in Information button E does not come on during the system self-test. R The indicator lamp in the SOS button, Roadside Assistance button º , or Information button E remains illuminated constantly in red after the system self-test. R The message Tele Aid Inoperative or Tele Aid Not Activated appears in the multifunction display[...]

The message Call Failed appears in the multifunction display for approximately 10 seconds. Should this occur, assistance must be summoned by other means. i During the emergency call the telephone is switched off automatically and must be switched back on to make a call. i The “911” emergency call system is a public service. Using it without due[...]

i The COMAND system display indicates that a Tele Aid call is in progress. While the call is connected you can change to the navigation menu by pressing shortcut button S . Spoken commands are not available. A voice connection between the Roadside Assistance dispatcher and the occupants of the vehicle will be established. X Describe the nature of t[...]

call is connected you can change to the navigation menu by pressing shortcut button S . Spoken commands are not available. A voice connection between the Customer Assistance Center representative and the occupants of the vehicle will be established. Information regarding the operation of your vehicle, the nearest authorized Mercedes- Benz Center or[...]

directly to the Navigation system in your vehicle. Specify and Send a Destination Address i Please refer to any specific instructions provided by either website regarding entering or sending an address. Each website functions differently and is subject to change. X Go to www.maps.google.com or www.maps.yahoo.com and enter a destination address in t[...]

The vehicle can be remotely locked within four days after the ignition has been switched off. X Contact the Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) (USA only) or 1-888-923-8367 (Canada only). You will be asked to provide your password. When you are inside your vehicle the next time and switch on the ignition, the message T[...]

When programming a garage door opener, park vehicle outside the garage. Do not run the engine while programming the integrated remote control. Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and possible death. Interior rear view mirror with integrated r[...]

Rolling code programming To train a garage door opener (or other rolling code devices) with the rolling code feature, follow these instructions after completing the “Programming” portion (steps 1 through 6) of this text. For your convenience and to complete the procedure faster, you might want to have someone assist you. X Step 8: Locate the ?[...]

Reprogramming a single signal transmitter button To program a device using a signal transmitter button previously trained, follow these steps: X Switch on the ignition. X Press and hold the desired signal transmitter button ( ; , = or ? ). Do not release the button. Indicator lamp : will begin to flash after 20 seconds. X Without releasing the sign[...]

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 unauthorized modification to this device could void the user[...]

Vehicles with Night View Assist Plus : Infrared transparent area (located left to the cover of the rain light sensor) ; Cover of the rain light sensor = Infrared transparent area To allow the use of these devices in the vehicle, infrared transparent areas : and = are placed in the windshield. You can see them from certain angles when ambient light [...]

Vehicle equipment ............................ 402 The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ....... 402 At the gas station ............................. 402 Engine compartment ........................ 404 Tires and wheels ............................... 410 Winter driving ................................... 432 Driving instructions ..........................[...]

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 your vehicle during the break-in p[...]

Mercedes-Benz Center to have the fuel system drained completely. ! To prevent damage to the catalytic converters, only use premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle. Any noticeable irregularities in engine operation should be repaired promptly. Otherwise, excessive unburned fuel may reach the catalytic converter, causing it to overheat and potentia[...]

R Washer system and headlamp cleaning system ( Y page 409) R Brake fluid ( Y page 409) Engine compartment Hood G Warning! Do not pull the release lever while the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could be forced open by passing air flow. This could cause the hood to come loose and injure you and/or others. G Warning! HYBRID vehicles: It is i[...]

! To avoid damage to the handle never pull up the hood on the handle. X Pull handle ; to its stop out of radiator grille. X Pull up on hood. The hood will be held open at shoulder height by gas-filled struts automatically. Closing G Warning! When closing the hood, use extreme caution not to catch hands or fingers. Be careful that you do not close t[...]

S 550 and S 63 AMG S 450 4MATIC and S 550 4MATIC X Pull out oil dipstick : . X Wipe oil dipstick : clean. X Slowly insert oil dipstick : fully into the dipstick guide tube. X Pull out oil dipstick : again after approximately 3 seconds to obtain accurate reading. The oil level is correct when it is between lower (min) mark = and upper (max) mark ; o[...]

i If you want to interrupt the checking procedure, press button % on the multifunction steering wheel. X If necessary, add engine oil. For more information on engine oil, see “Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.” ( Y page 537). Other display messages If the ignition is not switched on, the following message appears in the multifunction display: Fo[...]

Example illustration: S 63 AMG X Unscrew filler cap : from filler neck. X Add engine oil as required. Be careful not to overfill with oil. Be careful not to spill any oil when adding. Avoid environmental damage caused by oil entering the ground or water. ! Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could cause damage to the engine and emission [...]

X Using a rag, slowly open cap : approximately 1 / 2 turn counterclockwise to relieve excess pressure. X Continue turning cap : counterclockwise and remove it. The coolant level is correct if the level R for cold coolant: reaches marking bar = in coolant expansion tank ; R for warm coolant: is approximately 0.6 in (1.5 cm) higher X Add coolant as r[...]

Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem. For more information, see “Practical hints”. When checking the brake fluid level, the vehicle must be parked on level ground. The brake fluid level is correct when it is between lower mark (MIN) ; and upper mark (MAX) : of the brake fluid reservoir. Tir[...]

inflation pressure loss and damage to the tire beads. R If the vehicle is heavily loaded, check tire inflation pressure and correct as required. R Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread depths of less than 1 / 8 in (3 mm). R When replacing individual tires, you should mount new ti[...]

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 inflation pressure G Warning! If the tire inflation pressure drops repeatedly, check the tires for punctures[...]

Example illustration: Tire inflation pressures for particular tire sizes Some tire inflation pressure labels may only show the rim diameter instead of the entire tire size, e.g. R 18 or 18" . The rim diameter is part of the tire size as specified on the tire sidewall ( Y page 426). Example illustration: Tire inflation pressures specific to rim[...]

can overheat them, possibly causing a blowout. Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Check the tire inflation pressure at least once a month. Check and adjust the tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold ( Y page 411). Checking tire inflation pressure manually Follow the steps below to achi[...]

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate the[...]

Pressure Displayed After Driving A Few Minutes appears in the multifunction display. i With a spare wheel mounted, the system may still indicate the tire inflation pressure of the removed road wheel for some minutes. If this happens, keep in mind that the indicated value where the spare wheel is mounted does not reflect the actual spare tire inflat[...]

driver’s door B-pillar. Some vehicles may have supplemental tire inflation pressure information for driving at high speeds or for vehicle loads less than the maximum loaded vehicle condition. If such information is provided, it can be found on the inside of the fuel filler flap. X Using the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s d[...]

This is the maximum permissible tire inflation pressure : for the tire. Always follow the recommended tire inflation pressure ( Y page 411) for proper tire inflation. Loading the vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. (1) The Tire and Loading Information placard can be found on the driver’s door B-pillar. T[...]

The Tire and Loading Information placard showing load limit information : is located on the driver’s door B-pillar ( Y page 418). X Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kilograms or XXX lbs.” on the Tire and Loading Information placard. The combined weight of all occupants, cargo/luggage and[...]

number and size of occupants. The following examples use a load limit of 1 500 lbs. This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on the vehicle’s Tire and Loading Information placard ( Y page 419). 420 Tires and wheels Operation 221_AKB; 6; 20, en-US d2ugruen, Version: 2.11.8.1 2009[...]

Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Step 1 Combined weight limit of occupants and cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard 1 500 lbs 1 500 lbs 1 500 lbs Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Step 2 Number of occupants (driver and passengers) 5 3 1 Seating configuration front: 2 rear: 3 front: 1 rear: 2 front: 1 Occupants weight Occupant 1: 150 lbs Occupan[...]

Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. You can obtain the GVWR and GAWR from the certification label. The certification label can be found on the driver’s door B-pillar, see the “Technical data” section ( Y page 524). Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The total weight of the vehicle, [...]

Tire care and maintenance G Warning! Regularly check the tires for damage. Damaged tires can cause tire inflation pressure loss. As a result, you could lose control of your vehicle. Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the tire tread is worn to minimum tread depth, or if the tires have sustained damage, replace them. Check the tire inflation pre[...]

Storing tires ! Keep unmounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with oil, grease and fuels. Cleaning tires ! Never use a round nozzle to power wash tires. The intense jet of water can result in damage to the tire. Always replace a damaged tire. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards[...]

The safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road. You should pay particular attention to the condition of the road whenever the outside temperature is close to the freezing point. Mercedes-Benz recommends winter tires ( Y page 432) with a minimum tread depth of approximately 1 / 6 in (4 mm) on all four wheels for[...]

Thoroughly clean the mounting face of wheels and brake disks, i.e. the inner side of the wheels/tires, during each rotation. Check for and ensure proper tire inflation pressure. For information on wheel change, see “Flat tire” ( Y page 508). Tire labeling Besides tire name (sales designation) and manufacturer name, a number of markings can be f[...]

Letter “T” preceding the size designation: Temporary spare tires which are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only. Tire width Tire width : indicates the nominal tire width in millimeters. Aspect ratio Aspect ratio ; is the dimensional relationship between tire section height and section width and is expressed in [...]

Index Speed rating H up to 130 mph (210 km/h) V up to 149 mph (240 km/h) W up to 168 mph (270 km/h) Y up to 186 mph (300 km/h) ZR...Y up to 186 mph (300 km/h) ZR...(..Y) above 186 mph (300 km/h) ZR above 149 mph (240 km/h) R At the tire manufacturer’s option, any tire with a speed capability above 149 mph (240 km/h) can include a “ZR” in the [...]

the “Technical data” section ( Y page 532), for example when purchasing new tires. If you are uncertain about the correct reading of the information given on a tire’s sidewall, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to assist you. Load identification i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle[...]

Tire type code Tire type code ? may, at the option of the manufacturer, be used as a descriptive code for identifying significant characteristics of the tire. Date of manufacture The date of manufacture A identifies the week and year of manufacture. The first two figures identify the week, starting with “01” to represent the first full week of [...]

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle weight. The gross vehicle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR for the front and rear axle indicated on the certification label located on the driver’s door B-pillar. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) The GVW comprises the weight of the vehicle including fuel, tools, spar[...]

Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead. TIN (Tire Identification Number) Unique identifier which facilitates efforts by tire manufacturers to notify purchasers in recall situations or other safety matters concerning tires and gives purchasers the means to easily identify such tires. The TIN is comprised of “Manufacturer’s[...]

Always use winter tires at temperatures below 45‡ (7†) and whenever wintry road conditions prevail. Not all M+S rated tires provide special winter performance. Make sure the tires you use show the mountain/ snowflake i marking on the tire sidewall. These tires meet specific snow traction performance requirements of the Rubber Manufacturers Asso[...]

G Warning! The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an ice-warning device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose. Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice. The road may still be icy, especially in wooded areas or on bridges. G Warning! On slippery road surf[...]

obstacles. If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell, make sure that the pedals still have sufficient clearance. During sudden driving or braking maneuvers, the objects could get caught between the pedals. You could then no longer brake or accelerate. This could lead to accidents and injury. Power assistance G Warning! There is no power[...]

removed without putting other road users at risk R maintain a greater distance to the vehicle ahead and drive with particular care R carefully apply the brakes at the end of a trip and immediately after commencing a new trip, so that salt residues are removed from the brake disc Brake service ! The brake fluid level in the reservoir may be too low [...]

High-performance brake system The high-performance brake system is only available on S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG. G Warning! New vehicle brake pads and disks, and replacement brake pads and disks may take several hundred miles of driving until they provide optimum braking efficiency. Until that time, you may need to use increased brake pedal pressure whi[...]

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 vehicle. A driver’s attent[...]

vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Maintenance service indicator message Information on maintenance work and maintenance intervals are specified in the Maintenance Booklet. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only) for additional information. The maintenance service indicator messag[...]

X Switch on the ignition. The standard display of the control system appears ( Y page 223). X Press button = or ; on the multifunction steering wheel to select the Service menu. X Press button : or 9 to select ASSYST PLUS . X Press button a on the multifunction steering wheel to confirm. The maintenance service indicator display with the maintenanc[...]

To avoid paint damage, you should immediately remove: R Grease and oil R Fuel R Coolant R Brake fluid R Bird droppings R Insects R Tree resins etc. Frequent washing reduces and/or eliminates the aggressiveness and potency of the above adverse influences. More frequent washings are necessary to deal with unfavorable conditions: R near the ocean R in[...]

normally be done every 3 to 5 months, depending on the climate and washing detergent used. Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Cleaner should be applied if the paint surface shows signs of embedded dirt (i.e. loss of gloss). Do not apply any of these products or wax if your vehicle is parked in the sun or if the hood is still hot. X Use the appropriate MB[...]

X When taking the vehicle through an automatic conveyor-type car wash: Make sure the automatic transmission remains in neutral position N . Observe instructions, see “Remaining in neutral position N ” ( Y page 319). When leaving the automatic car wash, make sure the mirrors are folded out. After running the vehicle through an automatic car wash[...]

Cleaning the rear view camera lens X Only use clean water and a soft, non- scratching cloth to clean rear view camera lens : . Be careful not to apply wax to rear view camera lens : when waxing the vehicle. If necessary, remove the wax using the Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo with plenty of water. ! Do not clean the camera and the area around t[...]

Cleaning the windows and the wiper blades ! The windshield wipers must be in a vertical position before folding them away from the windshield. They could otherwise damage the hood. Never open the hood when the wiper arms are folded forward. X Make sure the hood is fully closed. X Switch on the ignition. X Turn combination switch to wiper setting °[...]

wheel cleaners may also damage the wheel paint if the vehicle is not driven after cleaning. 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 pro[...]

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 NECK-PRO active front head restraints[...]

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Vehicle equipment ............................ 450 Where will I find ...? .......................... 450 Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ....................... 452 What to do if … .................................. 489 Unlocking/locking manually ........... 499 Resetting activated NECK-PRO active front head restraints ......[...]

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 contents for completeness at [...]

X Take the collapsible wheel chock from the vehicle tool kit ( Y page 450). X Setting up: Tilt both plates upward : . X Fold the lower plate outward ; . X Guide the tabs of the lower plate all the way into the openings of base plate = . For information on where to place wheel chocks when changing a wheel, see “Lifting the vehicle” ( Y page 509)[...]

lower the trunk floor before closing the trunk. X Remove spare wheel mounting = by turning it counterclockwise. i Vehicle tool kit box ; can only be removed together with spare wheel mounting = . After removing spare wheel mounting = , you can disengage vehicle tool kit box ; from spare wheel mounting = . X Remove spare wheel : . The spare wheel bo[...]

R malfunction/warning messages R failure of any systems Driving characteristics may be impaired. If you must continue to drive, do so with added caution. Contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center as soon as possible. G Warning! HYBRID vehicles: It is imperative that you read the HYBRID Supplemental Operating Instructions included in your vehicle [...]

Text messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PRE-SAFE Inoperativ e See Oper. Manual The PRE-SAFE ® system 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. PRE-SAFE Function Currently Limited See O[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Oper. Manual 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 passenger seat, or the front passenger seat is empty. Objects on the seat or[...]

G Warning! If the 42 indicator lamp remains out even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any children 12 years old and under and other small individuals use the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Oper. Manual [...]

G Warning! If the 42 indicator lamp remains illuminated with an adult occupant on the front passenger seat even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any passenger use the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ABC Malfunctio n Stop Ve[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ABC Vehicle Rising Please Wait Briefly The vehicle’s level is too low while at a standstill. The vehicle will be raised. X Do not drive off. X Wait until the message disappears from the multifunction display. You may then drive off. Cruise Control Inoperativ e The cruise control is mal[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS Currently Unavailabl e See Oper. Manual The DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily unavailable. The DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated because: R the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator grille is dirty R its function is impaired as a result of heavy precipitation R the radar sensor sys[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS - - - mph One of the activation conditions for the DISTRONIC PLUS has not been fulfilled. You may have attempted to set a speed below 20 mph (30 km/h). X Drive faster than 20 mph (30 km/h) if the situation allows and set the speed. X Check the activation conditions for the[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Parking Guidance Currently Unavailabl e See Oper. Manual The Advanced Parking Guidance is deactivated because the area around the sensors in the front or the rear bumper is dirty. X Clean the front and rear bumper ( Y page 443). The Advanced Parking Guidance is deactivated because the ba[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Lane Keeping Assist Currently Unavailabl e See Oper. Manual The Lane Keeping Assist is temporarily unavailable. The Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated because: R the windshield in front of the camera is dirty R its function is impaired as a result of heavy precipitation or fog R lane mar[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Service Required Do Not Shift Gears The automatic transmission cannot be shifted out of the current transmission position because of a malfunction. If the automatic transmission is in drive position D : X Without shifting the automatic transmission out of drive position D , drive to an a[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Next Service X in ... days in ... mls (km) The specified maintenance service must be carried out within the remaining time range or driving distance ( Y page 439). X Have the maintenance service carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Service X Due The specified maintenance se[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Wheel Sensor(s) Missing At least one sensor is defect (e.g. battery is empty). The respective tire is indicated by – – instead of the tire inflation pressure in the multifunction display. X Have the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Have the wheel sensors[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tires The tire inflation pressure in at least one tire is significantly below the reference value. The respective tire is indicated in the multifunction display. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. X Check and adjust tire inflati[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) J (Canada only) ABS and ESC Inoperativ e See Oper. Manual In addition, the yellow ESC warning lamp ÷ , the yellow ESC OFF warning lamp å , and the yellow ABS indicator lamp ! come on. The brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction, the ABS, the BAS[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) J (Canada only) ABS and ESC Currently Unavailabl e See Oper. Manual In addition, the yellow ESC warning lamp ÷ , the yellow ESC OFF warning lamp å , and the yellow ABS indicator lamp ! come on. The brake system still functions normally but due to insufficient power supply,[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions F (USA only) ! (Canada only) Please Release Parking Brake In addition, the red indicator lamp for the electronic parking brake flashes and an acoustic warning sounds. You are driving with the electronic parking brake engaged, or you are carrying out an emergency brake maneuver with the e[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions F (USA only) ! (Canada only) Parking Brake See Oper. Manual In addition, the yellow warning lamp for the electronic parking brake comes on. The red indicator lamp for the electronic parking brake may also come on. The electronic parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: X Pull handle [...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions F (USA only) ! (Canada only) Parking Brake See Oper. Manual In addition, the red indicator lamp for the electronic parking brake flashes and the yellow warning lamp for the electronic parking brake comes on. The electronic parking brake is malfunctioning. X Switch ignition off and back o[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions F (USA only) ! (Canada only) Parking Brake Inoperativ e When you engage or release the electronic parking brake, the red indicator lamp for the electronic parking brake flashes and goes out after approx. 10 seconds. The yellow warning lamp for the electronic parking brake comes on. The e[...]

Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ Inoperativ e See Oper. Manual In addition, the yellow ESC warning lamp ÷ and the yellow ESC OFF warning lamp å come on. The brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction, the BAS, the BAS PLUS, the ESC, the hill-start assist system, the HOLD func[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ Currently Unavailabl e See Oper. Manual If the yellow ESC warning lamp ÷ flashes while driving and this message appears, the Electronic Traction System (ETS/ 4-ETS) has switched off to prevent overheating of the drive wheel brakes. The BAS PLUS and the PRE-SAFE ® Brake are also not [...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 6 Rear Center SRS Malfunctio n Service Required Components of the center rear passenger’s supplemental restraint system may not work properly. X Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 6 Rear Right SRS Malfunctio n Service Required Components of the rig[...]

Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ¨ Vehicle Rising Please Wait Briefly Vehicles with AIRMATIC: The vehicle level is too low. X Wait until the message disappears from the multifunction display. ¨ STOP Car Too Low You have started driving although the vehicle level was too low. The vehicle will be raised.[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Á Night View Assist Inoperativ e The Night View Assist Plus is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Á Night View Assist Currently Unavailabl e The temperature of the Night View Assist Plus camera is too high ( Y page 356). X Wait until the m[...]

Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions : The trunk is open. X Close the trunk ( Y page 280). M You are driving with the hood open. X Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as it is safe to do so. X Close the hood ( Y page 405). There is otherwise danger of an accident. C You are driving with at least one door ope[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions  Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle The SmartKey in the starter switch does not belong to the vehicle. X Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.  Replace Key Battery The batteries in the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO are discharged. X Replace the batteries ( Y page 502).  Key Not Detec[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions  Remove 'Start' Button and Insert Key The KEYLESS-GO system is malfunctioning. X Remove the KEYLESS-GO button from the starter switch ( Y page 285). X Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the starter switch. ¥ Check Washer Fluid The water level has dropped to approximate[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ? Coolant Low Stop Vehicle Turn 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 message disappears. You could otherwise damage the engi[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ? Coolant Low Stop Vehicle Turn 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 to drive. Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 4 Check Engine Oil at Next Refueling All models except S 600 and S 65 AMG: The engine oil level has dropped to approximately the minimum level. X Check the engine oil level ( Y page 405) and add engine oil as required ( Y page 407). X If you must add engine oil frequently, have the engin[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 4 Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Measured S 600 and S 65 AMG only: The measuring system is malfunctioning. X Have the measuring system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 4 Engine Oil Level Too High S 600 and S 65 AMG only: You have added too much engine oil. There is a risk of da[...]

Lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions b Active Headlamps Inoperativ e The active headlamps are malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. b Check Left Reverse Lamp or Check Right Reverse Lamp The left or right backup lamp is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Ce[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions b Check Rear Left Sidemarker Lamp or Check Rear Right Sidemarker Lamp The rear left side or right side marker lamp is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. b Check Front Left Parking Lamp or Check Front Right Parking Lamp The left or right fron[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions b Auto Lamp Function Inoperativ e The light sensor is malfunctioning. The headlamps come on automatically. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. To switch off the headlamps (U.S. vehicles only): X Switch off the daytime running lamp mode in the instrument clus[...]

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions b Check Left Cornering Light or Check Right Cornering Light The left or right corner-illuminating lamp is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. b Check Rear Left Turn Signal or Check Rear Right Turn Signal The left or right rear turn signal lam[...]

Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions h Tire Press. Warning Caution Tire Malfunctio n At least one tire is deflating. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. X If necessary, change the wheel ( Y page 508). h Check Tire Pressure The tire inflation pressure in at least one[...]

Brake Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ! The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running. The brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction, the ABS, the BAS, the BAS PLUS, the ESC, the hill-start assist system, the HOLD function, the Adaptive Brake Lights, the PRE-SAFE ® system, and the[...]

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ! The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running. The brake system is still functioning normally but temporarily the ABS, the BAS, the BAS PLUS, the ESC, the hill-start assist system, the HOLD function, the Adaptive Brake Lights, the PRE-SAFE ® system, and the PRE-SAFE ® Bra[...]

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions F (USA only) ! (Canada only) The red indicator lamp for the electronic parking brake flashes and/or the yellow warning lamp for the electronic parking brake is on. The electronic parking brake is malfunctioning or defective. X Read and observe messages that may appear in the multifunction display[...]

Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 7 The red seat belt telltale comes on for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine. The seat belt telltale reminds you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts before driving off. X Fasten your seat belts. Regardless of whether the seat belts are fastened or not, the s[...]

i After 60 seconds with an unfastened seat belt the warning chime stops sounding and the seat belt telltale illuminates continuously. The seat belt telltale will only go out if both, the driver and front passenger’s seat belt are fastened, or the vehicle is standing still and a front door is opened. Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solu[...]

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions å The yellow ESC OFF warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The ESC has been switched off. Risk of accident! When the ESC 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. X Switch the ESC back on. [...]

Driving systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions · DISTRONIC PLUS or PRE-SAFE ® Brake: The red distance warning lamp comes on while driving and an acoustic warning sounds. You are gaining too rapidly on the vehicle ahead of you or DISTRONIC PLUS or PRE-SAFE ® Brake has recognized a stationary obstacle on your probable line of[...]

Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions h USA only: Combination low tire pressure telltale/TPMS malfunction telltale for the Advanced TPMS illuminates continuously. Canada only: Low tire pressure telltale for the Advanced TPMS illuminates continuously. The Advanced TPMS detects a loss of pressure in at least one tire. X Carefully[...]

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 for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if underinflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination [...]

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 42 The front passenger front air bag off 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 the driver’s door X Insert mechanical key ; into the driver’s door lock. X Turn mechanical key ; counterclockwise to position 1 . X Pull the door handle past the resistance point until the locking knob moves up. The driver’s door is unlocked. X Pull the door handle once more to open the driver’s door. X Turn mechanical key ; back [...]

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. Resetting activated NECK-PRO active front head restraints If the NECK-PRO active front head restraints have been triggered in a rear-end collision, they must be reset. You can tell[...]

X Firmly press the head restraint cushion backward towards the head restraint cover in direction of arrow = until it engages. X Repeat this procedure for the second front seat. X After resetting the NECK-PRO active front head restraints store reset tool : in the Mercedes-Benz literature pouch. For information on NECK-PRO active front head restraint[...]

X Insert the new battery with the positive terminal (+) facing up. Use a lint-free cloth. X Insert the tabs of the battery compartment cover into the housing and press the cover closed. X Slide mechanical key : back into the SmartKey. X Check the operation of the SmartKey. Replacing batteries (SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO) X Insert mechanical key : int[...]

The positive terminal (+) must face downwards. X Put the cover with engagement hooks ? first onto the battery compartment and let the snap-fit hook 2 snap in. Wireless headphone The headphone contains two batteries of size AAA, 1.5 V. X Open battery compartment cover : by folding it up. When doing so, hold the left headphone as shown in the illustr[...]

humidity, driving the vehicle a distance with the lights on should clear up the fogging. Bulbs You can replace the following bulbs yourself: Bi-Xenon headlamps (vehicles with halogen daytime running lamps) Type : High-beam spot: H7 55 W Bi-Xenon headlamps (vehicles with LED daytime running lamps) Type : High-beam spot 45 : H11 55 W ; Infrared light[...]

R Your hands should be dry and free of oil and grease. R If the newly installed bulb does not come on, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i Mercedes-Benz recommends using Longlife (LL) bulbs. Replacing bulbs for front lamps G Warning! Do not remove the cover for the Bi-Xenon headlamp. Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps, it is dangerous[...]

X Insert bulb socket ; into the guide on the headlamp. Wire = is guided to the lower right. X Turn bulb socket ; clockwise. Wire = is guided to the lower left. X Align housing cover : and turn it clockwise. Replacing bulbs for rear lamps Tail lamp unit The tail lamps are equipped with HiP bulbs and LEDs. Have them replaced at an authorized Mercedes[...]

X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button repeatedly until the windshield wipers start. X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button when the wiper arms are in a vertical position. Removing wiper blades ! Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts. They could tear. X Fold the wiper arm forward until it snaps into place. X Turn the wiper blade in direction o[...]

Open doors only when conditions are safe to do so. X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Remove the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button from the starter switch. X Have any passenger exit the vehicle at a safe distance from the roadway. Open doors only when conditions are safe to do so. Mounting the spare wheel Introduction X Prepare the vehicle as described ( Y pag[...]

When changing a wheel on a level surface: X Place a wheel chock or other sizeable object in front of and another wheel chock or other sizeable object behind the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the wheel being changed. Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack on a level surface. However, should circumstances require you to do so on a hill:[...]

Removing the wheel X Unscrew the uppermost wheel bolt and remove it. X Replace this wheel bolt with alignment bolt : . X Remove the remaining bolts. ! Do not place wheel bolts in sand or dirt. This could result in damage to the wheel bolts and wheel hub threads. X Remove the wheel. Attaching the spare wheel G Warning! Always replace wheel bolts tha[...]

X Guide the spare wheel onto the alignment bolt and push it on. X Insert the wheel bolts and tighten them slightly. X Unscrew the alignment bolt. X Install the last wheel bolt and tighten it slightly. Lowering the vehicle X Lower the vehicle by turning the crank counterclockwise until the vehicle is resting fully on its own weight. X Remove the jac[...]

Risk of explosion. Fire, open flames and smoking are prohibited when handling batteries. Avoid creating sparks. Battery acid is caustic. Do not allow it to come into contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wear suitable protective clothing, especially gloves, apron and faceguard. Wear eye protection. Rinse any acid spills immediately with clear water.[...]

The factory-equipped battery may only be replaced with a battery that R has the same security features R is of identical size R is of identical voltage R is of identical capacity ! As any other battery, the battery may discharge if you do not operate the vehicle for an extended period of time. Have the battery disconnected at a qualified workshop o[...]

improper connection of jumper cables, smoking, etc. Attempting to jump start a frozen battery can result in it exploding, causing personal injury. Read all instructions before proceeding. G Warning! HYBRID vehicles: It is imperative that you read the HYBRID Supplemental Operating Instructions included in your vehicle literature portfolio. You may o[...]

Position A represents the charged battery of another vehicle or an equivalent starter pack. ! Never invert the terminal connections! X Connect positive terminal : of charged battery A with positive terminal ; with a jumper cable. Clamp the cable to positive terminal : of charged battery A first. X Start engine of the vehicle with charged battery A [...]

necessary safety information and warning for the operation of your vehicle. ! To prevent damage during transport, do not tie down vehicle by its chassis or suspension parts. If circumstances do not permit the recommended towing methods, the vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the ground or front axle raised (except vehicles with 4MATIC) only so[...]

Removing cover in rear bumper G Warning! In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury, use extreme caution when removing the rear cover, because the rear exhaust pipe is extremely hot. X Press mark on cover : as indicated by the arrow. X Lift cover : off to reveal the threaded hole for the towing eye bolt. Fixing towing eye bolt Example illus[...]

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 electronic parking brake. X Switch on the hazard warning flasher ( Y page 302). ! Keep in mind that it is importan[...]

determined and remedied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ! Switch off the vehicle’s internal electrical functions when you are working on the fuses. A blown fuse must be replaced by an appropriate spare fuse (recognizable by its color or the fuse rating given on the fuse) of the amperage recommended in the fuse chart. Any Mercedes-Benz Cent[...]

Fuse box in the rear passenger compartment X Opening: Swing down center armrest. X Open cover behind center armrest. X Pull cover : forward in direction of arrow. X Closing: Press cover : backward and engage. ! Make sure the seal in the cover is not damaged during opening or closing. Fuse box in engine compartment The fuse boxes are located in the [...]

X Take the fuse chart from the vehicle tool kit ( Y page 450). X Find row “Emergency engine shutdown” in the fuse chart table to identify the fuses that have to be removed as well as their locations. X Remove the respective fuses. 522 Fuses Practical hints 221_AKB; 6; 20, en-US d2ugruen, Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-09-24T13:28:17+02:00 - Seite 522[...]

Vehicle equipment ............................ 524 Parts service ..................................... 524 Warranty coverage ........................... 524 Identification labels .......................... 524 Vehicle specification S 450 4MATIC (221.084) ............................. 527 Vehicle specification S 550 (221.171) .......................[...]

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 Genuine Mercedes-Benz Pa[...]

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found R on certification label : on the driver’s door B-pillar R embossed underneath a cover behind the rear center armrest ( Y page 525) R on the lower edge of the windshield ( Y page 525) Example certification label (U.S. vehicles) ; VIN = Paintwork code Example certification label (Canada vehicles[...]

AMG vehicles A Engine number (engraved on engine) B VIN (on lower edge of windshield) C Emission control information label, includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission standards i When ordering parts, please specify vehicle identification and engine number. 526 Identification labels Technical data 221_AKB; 6; 20, en-US d2ugr[...]

Vehicle specification S 450 4MATIC (221.084) The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. i The S 450 4MATIC is available in Canada only. Engine S 450 4MATIC Engine, type 273 Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injectio[...]

Engine S 550 Engine, type 273 Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection No. of cylinders 8 Bore 3.86 in (98.00 mm) Stroke 3.56 in (90.50 mm) Total piston displacement 333.3 cu in (5 461 cm 3 ) Compression ratio 10.7:1 Output acc. to SAE J 1349 48 382 hp/6 000 rpm (285 kW/6 000 rpm) Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349 391 lb-ft/3 000 rpm ([...]

Engine S 550 4MATIC Compression ratio 10.5:1 Output acc. to SAE J 1349 50 382 hp/6 000 rpm (285 kW/6 000 rpm) Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349 391 lb-ft/ 2 800 - 4 800 rpm (530 Nm/ 2 800 - 4 800 rpm) Maximum engine speed 6 500 rpm Firing order 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 Poly-V-belt 2 404 mm Electrical system S 550 4MATIC Alternator 14 V/180 A Starter motor 1[...]

Engine S 600 Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349 612 lb-ft/ 1 800 - 3 500 rpm (830 Nm/ 1 800 - 3 500 rpm) Maximum engine speed 5 950 rpm Firing order 1-12-5-8-3-10- 6-7-2-11-4-9 Poly-V-belt 2 370 mm Electrical system S 600 Alternator 14 V/220 A Starter motor 12 V/2.0 kW Battery 12 V/95 Ah Spark plugs, type NGK IFR 6Q-G Spark plugs, electrode gap 0.02[...]

Electrical system S 63 AMG Alternator 14 V/220 A Starter motor 12 V/2.1 kW Battery 12 V/95 Ah Spark plugs, type NGK ILZKAR 7A10 Spark plugs, electrode gap 0.039 in (1.0 mm) Spark plugs, tightening torque 15 - 18 lb-ft (20 - 25 Nm) Main dimensions S 63 AMG Overall vehicle length 207.1 in (5 261 mm) Overall vehicle width 55 83.5 in (2 120 mm) Overall[...]

Electrical system S 65 AMG Spark plugs, electrode gap 0.028 in (0.7 mm) Spark plugs, tightening torque 15 - 22 lb-ft (20 - 30 Nm) Main dimensions S 65 AMG Overall vehicle length 207.1 in (5 261 mm) Overall vehicle width 57 83.5 in (2 120 mm) Overall vehicle height 58.7 in (1 490 mm) Wheelbase 124.6 in (3 165 mm) Track, front 63.0 in (1 600 mm) Trac[...]

i Please keep in mind that the vehicle must be equipped R with wheels of identical dimensions on each axle (left and right) R with tires of identical characteristics all around, i.e. summer tires, winter tires, or all-season tires etc. i The following pages also list the approved rim and tire sizes for equipping your vehicle with winter tires. Wint[...]

S 450 4MATIC (AMG Sport Package) 58 S 550 4MATIC (AMG Sport Package) 19" wheels AMG rims (light alloy) Wheel offset 8.5 J x 19 H2 1.69 in (43 mm) All-season tires 60 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load) M+S Winter tires 60,61,62 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load) M+S i S 63 AMG S 63 AMG (Performance Package) S 65 AMG 19" wheels AMG rims (light al[...]

Mixed size tires S 550 63 S 600 63 18" wheels Front axle Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset 8.5 J x 18 H2 1.69 in (43 mm) All-season tires 64 255/45 R18 99H M+S Rear axle Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset 9.5 J x 18 H2 1.69 in (43 mm) All-season tires 64,65 275/45 R18 103H M+S S 550 63 S 600 19" wheels Front axle Rims (light alloy) Wheel offse[...]

S 63 AMG S 65 AMG 19" wheels Front axle AMG rims (light alloy) Wheel offset 8.5 J x 19 H2 1.69 in (43 mm) Winter tires 64,67 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load) M+S i Rear axle AMG rims (light alloy) Wheel offset 9.5 J x 19 H2 1.69 in (43 mm) Winter tires 64,65,67 275/40 R19 105V XL (Extra Load) M+S i S 63 AMG S 63 AMG (Performance Package) S 65 A[...]

All models (except AMG vehicles) S 63 AMG S 63 AMG (Performance Package) S 65 AMG Rim (steel) 4.5 B x 19 H2 — Rim (light alloy) — 4.5 B x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1.38 in (35 mm) 1.38 in (35 mm) Minispare tire 68 T 155/70 R19 113M T 155/70 R19 113M Recommended tire inflation pressure 61 psi (4.2 bar) 61 psi (4.2 bar) Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.[...]

Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Automatic transmission S 450 4MATIC 69 S 550 4MATIC 10.6 US qt (10.0 l) MB Automatic Transmission Fluid S 550 70 9.8 US qt (9.3 l) S 600 7.9 US qt (7.5 l) S 63 AMG 72 9.25 US qt (8.75 l) S 65 AMG 9.2 US qt (8.7 l) Rear axle S 450 4MATIC 69 S 550 4MATIC 1.9 US qt (1.8 l) Hypoid gear oil (SAE 85W-90) S[...]

Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Cooling system, vehicles with rear climate control S 450 4MATIC 69 approx. 17.1 US qt (16.2 l) S 550 70 S 550 4MATIC approx. 13.8 US qt (13.1 l) S 600 S 65 AMG approx. 15.9 US qt (15.0 l) S 63 AMG approx. 11.8 US qt (11.2 l) Low temperature cooling system S 600 approx. 2.8 US qt (2.6 l) S 65 AMG appr[...]

required for the Maintenance System, or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Please follow Maintenance System recommendations for scheduled oil changes. Failure to do so will[...]

Under extremely strenuous operating conditions, this moisture content can lead to the formation of bubbles in the system, thus reducing the system’s efficiency. Therefore, the brake fluid must be replaced regularly. Refer to your vehicle’s Maintenance Booklet for replacement interval. Only brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz is recommended. A[...]

After an extended period of using fuels without such additives carbon deposits can build up, especially on the intake valves and in the combustion area, leading to engine performance problems such as: R Warm-up hesitation R Unstable idle R Knocking/pinging R Misfire R Power loss In areas where carbon deposits may be encountered due to lack of avail[...]

The water in the cooling system must meet minimum requirements, which are usually satisfied by normal drinking water. If you are not sure about the water quality, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Anticorrosion/antifreeze Your vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts. The use of aluminum components in motor vehicle engines necessitates[...]

Model Approximate freeze protection -35‡ (-37†) -49‡ (-45†) Cooling system, vehicles without rear climate control S 450 4MATIC 77 7.8 US qt (7.4 l) 8.6 US qt (8.1 l) S 550 78 S 550 4MATIC 6.1 US qt (5.75 l) 6.7 US qt (6.3 l) Cooling system, vehicles with rear climate control S 450 4MATIC 77 8.6 US qt (8.1 l) 9.4 US qt (8.9 l) S 550 78 S 550[...]

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[...]

Order no. 6515 2344 13 Part no. 221 584 76 82 Edition B 2010 É2215847682>ËÍ 2215847682 221_AKB; 6; 20, en-US d2ugruen, Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-09-24T13:28:17+02:00 - Seite 546[...]