Mercedes-Benz 2009 E350 manual

E-Class Operator’s Manual[...]

Symbols Trademarks ® : R Bluetooth ® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc. R ESP ® and PRE-SAFE ® are registered trademarks of Daimler. R HomeLink ® is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company. The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual: G Warning! Warning notices draw your attention to hazards th[...]

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2 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 At a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Safety and security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Controls in detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 [...]

3 1, 2, 3 ... 4-ETS see ETS/4-ETS 4MATIC see All-wheel drive (4MATIC) 4-zone automatic climate control see Climate control system A ABS (Antilock Brake System) . . . . . . . 71 Indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 Messages in the multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297, 312 Accessory weight . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

4 Automatic central locking . . . . . 85, 155 Automatic climate control see Climate control system Automatic headlamp mode . . . . . . . 111 Automatic interior lighting control . 116 Automatic locking when driving . . . 155 Automatic shift program . . . . . . . . . 133 Automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . 130 Automatic shift program . . . . .[...]

5 Cargo volume see Trunk/cargo compartment Carpets, cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 Center console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Central locking Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85, 155 Locking/unlocking from inside . . . . 85 Central locking/unlocking switch . . . 85 Certification label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

6 D Dashboard see Instr ument cluster Data recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Date, Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Daytime running lamp mode . . 112, 153 Deep water see St anding wat er Defroster Rear window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Delayed shut-off[...]

7 Distronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Parktronic system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Driving tips, automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 E Easy-entry/exit feature . . . . . . 106, 156 EBP (Electronic Brake Proportioning) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Electric air pump . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

8 F Fastening the seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . 57 First aid kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 Flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355 Lowering the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 365 Mounting the spare wheel . . . . . . . 360 Preparing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 355 Spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

9 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see GVW R GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) . . . . . . 269 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 H Halogen headlamps see H eadlamps Hard plastic trim items, cleaning . . 287 Hazard warning flasher . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Headlamp cleaning system . . . . . . . 114 Headlamps A[...]

10 J Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292 Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369 K Key, Mechanical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 Loss of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Valet locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Key, SmartKey Battery check lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8[...]

11 Lock button Door handle (KEYLESS-GO) . . . . . . . 83 Locking the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 80, 81 Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 Loss of Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Service and Warranty Information booklet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379 Low-beam headlamps . . . . . . . [...]

12 Low-beam lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326 Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 Parking lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325 PRE-SAFE ® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 Reserve fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 Reverse lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 Side marker lamps . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

13 Parking position Exterior rear view mirrors . . . 108, 109 Transmission position . . . . . . . . . . 131 Parktronic system Cleaning system sensors . . . . . . . . 285 Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 Minimum distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 System sensors . . . . . .[...]

14 Reserve fuel Messages in the multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 Reset button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 138 Reset tool (active head restraints) . 346 Restraint systems see O ccupant safety Retaining hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Rims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270, 384 R[...]

15 Side windows see Power windows Ski bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 SmartKey see Key, SmartKey SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO see Key, SmartKey Snow chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 Snow tires see Winter tir es Spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293, 384 Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

16 Telephone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Answering/ending a call . . . . . . . . 158 Hands-free microphone . . . . . . . . . . 40 Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Phone book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Redialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

17 Tow-start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369, 372 Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271 Transmission see Automatic transmission Transmission fluid level . . . . . . . . . . 245 Transmission gear selector lever see Ge ar selecto r lever Transmission positions . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Traveling abroad . . . . . . . . . .[...]

18 W Warning lamps see Lamps, Indicator and warning Warning sounds Distance warning function . . . . . . . 171 Distronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt . . . 58 Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 Parktronic system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 Seat belt telltale . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

25 Exterior view ....................................... 26 Cockpit ................................................. 28 Instrument cluster .............................. 30 Storage compartments ....................... 32 Multifunction steering wheel ............. 35 Center console .................................... 37 Overhead control panel ....[...]

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

Exterior view 27 i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Function Page 1 Trunk/tailgate: Locking and unlocking 80 Opening and closing 86, 89 Valet lockin[...]

Cockpit 28 Cockpit At a glance[...]

Cockpit 29 Function Page 1 Combination switch: Turn signals 114 Wipers 118 High beam 113 2 Steering wheel gearshift control (sedan) 134 Steering wheel gearshift control (E 63 AMG only), (wagon) 134 3 Cruise control lever: Cruise control 161 Distronic (E 63 AMG only) 166 4 Instrument cluster 30 5 Multifunction steering wheel 35, 140 6 Horn Function [...]

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

Instrument cluster 31 Function Page 1 L Left turn signal indicator lamp 2 v ESP ® warning lamp 335 3 Speedometer 4 Multifunction display 141 5 l Distance warning lamp 2 336 6 K Right turn signal indicator lamp 7 Coolant temperature indicator with: 138 D Coolant temperature warning lamp 339 8 Tachometer with: 1 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) i[...]

Storage compartments 32 Storage compartments At a glance[...]

Storage compartments 33 Function Page 1 Glove box 217 2 Front passenger seat storage compartment with first aid kit 290 3 Door pocket 4 Ashtray 223 5 Storage bag 218 6 Door pocket 7 Storage compartment 8 Luggage box under the trunk floor (sedan) 294 9 Hook (sedan) 204 a Door pocket b Storage bag 218 c Ashtray 223 d Door pocket e Driver’s seat sto[...]

Storage compartments 34 Function Page 1 Storage box (Canada only) 212 2 Storage compartment 3 Folding box (E 63 AMG) 216 4 Storage compartment At a glance[...]

Multifunction steering wheel 35 Multifunction steering wheel Function Page 1 Multifunction display 141 2 Press button æ or ç • to select submenus in the Settings menu 150 • to set values • to operate the RACETIMER 3 145 • to set the volume 3 Press button s • to take a call 158 • to dial 4 158 • to redial 4 158 Press button t • to [...]

Multifunction steering wheel 36 Function Page Press and hold button j or k • to select previous or next track with quick 146 Function Page search or to select previous or next station in station list or wave Function Page band within Audio/ DVD menu • to start the quick search in the phone book within Telephone menu 158 At a glance[...]

Center console 37 Center console Upper part At a glance Z[...]

Center console 38 Function Page 1 Seat heating, driver’s side 102 2 Rear window sunshade switch (sedan) 222 3 Rear seat head restraints switch, folding down (sedan) 98 4 Hazard warning flasher switch 114 5 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 53 6 Central unlocking switch 85 7 Alarm system indicator lamp 76 8 Electronic Stability Prog[...]

Center console 39 Lower part Function Page 1 Ashtray 222 2 KEYLESS-GO start/stop button 94 3 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission 130 4 Parking assist (Parktronic system) deactivation switch (sedan) 177 5 Adaptive Damping System (ADS) switch 5 171 6 Vehicle level control switch 5 172 7 Thumbwheel for setting distance for Distronic 6 168 8[...]

Overhead control panel 40 Overhead control panel Function Page 1 Rear interior lighting on/off 116 2 Automatic interior lighting 116 3 Front interior lighting on/ off 116 4 Right reading lamp on/off 116 5 Tilt/sliding sunroof or 194 tilt/sliding panel switch (sedan) 197 6 Tele Aid (emergency call system) button 226 7 Rear view mirror 107 8 Front re[...]

Door control panel 41 Door control panel Function Page 1 Inside door handle 84 2 Seat adjustment 97 3 Memory function (for storing seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel settings) 109 4 Exterior rear view mirror adjustment 107 5 Switches for opening/ closing front and rear side windows, rear window override switch 120 6 Remote trunk release switc[...]

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43 Vehicle equipment .............................. 44 Occupant safety .................................. 44 Panic alarm .......................................... 70 Driving safety systems ....................... 70 Anti-theft systems .............................. 76 Safety and security[...]

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

Occupant safety 45 see “Children in the vehicle” ( Y page 62). SRS indicator lamp The SRS system conducts a self-test when the ignition is switched on and in regular intervals while the engine is running. This facilitates detection of system malfunctions. The 1 indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when the ignition is switched on a[...]

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

Occupant safety 47 should the side impact air bags be deployed. (2) Always sit as upright as possible, properly use the seat belts, and for children 12 years old and under, use an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. (3) Always wear seat belts properly. If you bel[...]

Occupant safety 48 R Do not make any modification that could change the effectiveness of the seat belts. R Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them. In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection. R No modifications of any kind may be made to any components or wiring of the SRS. This includes changing or remo[...]

Occupant safety 49 Driver and front passenger front air bags are deployed R in the event of certain frontal impacts R if impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold R if the system determines that air bag deployment can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt R depending on whether the seat belt is in use R independently of t[...]

Occupant safety 50 R independently of the front air bags R independently of the ETDs The side impact air bags are not deployed in side impacts which do not exceed the system’s deployment threshold. The side air bags will not deploy in the event of a rollover unless the vehicle’s rate of lateral deceleration or acceleration exceeds the preset de[...]

Occupant safety 51 is transferred to another object in the vehicle (e.g. by leaning on armrests), the OCS may not be able to properly approximate the occupant’s weight category. Furthermore, the occupant weight may appear to increase or decrease due to the following: objects hanging on the seat, lodged underneath the seat, stuffed between the sea[...]

Occupant safety 52 If the 75 indicator lamp is illuminated, the front passenger front air bag is deactivated and will not be deployed. If the 75 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 independ[...]

Occupant safety 53 driving to make sure the 75 indicator lamp is illuminated. If the 75 indicator lamp goes out or remains out, do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the front passenger [...]

Occupant safety 54 In order to ensure proper operation of the air bag system and OCS: R Do not place more than 4.4 lb (2 kg) into the storage bag on the back of the front passenger seat. Otherwise, the OCS may not be able to properly approximate the occupant weight category. R Do not place objects under and/or around the front passenger seat. R Do [...]

Occupant safety 55 Seat belts Safety notes The use of seat belts and infant and child restraint systems is required by law in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. territories and all Canadian provinces. Even where this is not the case, all vehicle occupants should have their seat belts fastened whenever the vehicle is in motion. For in[...]

Occupant safety 56 section, as that could result in serious injuries in case of an accident. R Each occupant should wear their seat belt at all times, because seat belts help reduce the likelihood of and potential severity of injuries in accidents, including rollovers. The integrated restraint system includes SRS (driver front air bag, front passen[...]

Occupant safety 57 Do not allow the seat belt to get caught in the door or in the seat adjustment mechanism. This could damage the seat belt. Never attempt to make modifications to seat belts. This could impair the effectiveness of the seat belts. Fastening the seat belts G Warning! According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly[...]

Occupant safety 58 X Lowering: Press and hold release button 2 . X Slide seat belt height adjuster 1 downward. X Release button 2 and make sure seat belt height adjuster 1 engages into place. Releasing the seat belts X Press seat belt release button 4 ( Y page 57). Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by guiding latch plate 2 ( Y [...]

Occupant safety 59 The ETDs are designed to activate in the following cases: R in frontal or rear-end impacts exceeding the system’s preset deployment threshold R in side impacts exceeding the system’s preset deployment threshold on the far side of the impact R in certain vehicle rollovers R if the restraint systems are operational and function[...]

Occupant safety 60 If the closing procedure of the door windows or tilt/sliding sunroof is blocked, the door windows or tilt/sliding sunroof will stop and open slightly. Once the hazardous situation is over without an accident occurring, the seat belt pre- tensioning is deactivated. You can readjust all of the settings made by PRE-SAFE ® . If the [...]

Occupant safety 61 Correct driver seat adjustment G Warning! In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle control, all seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fastening of seat belts, must be done before the vehicle is put into motion. 1 Steering wheel 2 Seat belt 3 Seat Steering wheel G Observe Safety notes[...]

Occupant safety 62 Observe the following points: R Always be in a properly seated position. R The position should be as far rearward from the front air bag in steering wheel 1 as possible, while still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls. R Adjust seat 3 to a comfortable seating position that still allows you to reach the accelerator/bra[...]

Occupant safety 63 Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight. The child restraint system’s metal parts, for example, could become very hot, and the child could be burned on these parts. G Warning! Do not carry heavy or hard objects in the passenger compartment, or trunk (sedan), or cargo compartment (wagon) unless they are firml[...]

Occupant safety 64 rear seats whenever possible. Regardless of seating position, children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropriate infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. The infant or child restraint must be properly secured with the vehicle’s seat[...]

Occupant safety 65 A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and/or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and sho[...]

Occupant safety 66 Once hook 2 is attached, the child restraint itself can be secured. X Install the child restraint system and tighten the top tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. After removing the child restraint system and the top tether strap. X Reinstall anchorage ring cover 1 . Sedan: Foldable rear sea[...]

Occupant safety 67 the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. After removing the child restraint system and the top tether strap. X Reinstall anchorage ring cover 1 . Wagon G Warning! Always lock the seat backrest in its upright position when the rear seat bench is occupied by passengers, after installing top tether straps, or the extended [...]

Occupant safety 68 2 Anchorage ring 3 Hook X For safety, make sure hook = has attached to anchorage ring 2 beyond the safety catch, as illustrated. X Swing the rear seat backrest to the rear until it engages. X Check the rear seat backrest to be locked in its upright position ( Y page 316). Once hook 3 is attached, the child restraint itself can be[...]

Occupant safety 69 ! Make sure the seat belt for the center seat can operate freely with a child seat installed. Child safety Override switch G Observe Safety notes, see page 62. With the override switch you can disable the rear door window switches in the rear door panels. G Warning! Activate the override switch when children are riding in the bac[...]

Driving safety systems 70 Panic alarm 1 Â button i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any unauthoriz[...]

Driving safety systems 71 prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle. They cannot increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of a vehicle equipped with t[...]

Driving safety systems 72 For more information, see “What to do if …?” ( Y page 331). BAS G Observe Safety notes, see page 70. The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, the BAS automatically provides full brake boost, thereby potentially reducing the braking distance. X Apply continu[...]

Driving safety systems 73 G Warning! Never switch off the ESP ® when you see the ESP ® warning lamp v flashing in the instrument cluster. In this case proceed as follows: R When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible. R While driving, ease up on the accelerator pedal. R Adapt your speed and driving style to the prevailing road conditio[...]

Driving safety systems 74 Switching off the ESP ® 1 ESP ® switch Switching off the ESP ® (except E 63 AMG) G Warning! The ESP ® should not be switched off during normal driving other than in the circumstances described below. Disabling the system will reduce vehicle stability in driving maneuvers. Do not switch off the ESP ® when a spare wheel[...]

Driving safety systems 75 drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Switching off the ESP ® (E 63 AMG only) G Warning! The ESP ® should not be switched off during normal driving. Disabling of the system will result in the following: R no restriction to engine torque R loss of system supported traction control “ESP ?[...]

Anti-theft systems 76 Anti-theft systems Immobilizer The immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle. When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. The engine can be started by anyone with a valid SmartKey that is left inside the vehicle. Activating X With SmartKey: Remove the SmartKey fr[...]

Anti-theft systems 77 Close the respective element. X Disarming: Unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO. The turn signal lamps flash once and an acoustic warning sounds once to indicate that the alarm system is disarmed. i The vehicle will lock and the alarm system will rearm automatically again after approximately 40 seconds unles[...]

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79 Vehicle equipment .............................. 80 Locking and unlocking ....................... 80 Starter switch positions ..................... 94 Seats .................................................... 95 Multifunction steering wheel .......... 105 Mirrors ............................................... 107 Memory function ..............[...]

Locking and unlocking 80 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 62. When [...]

Locking and unlocking 81 1 j Lock button 2 i Unlock button for trunk lid/tailgate 3 k Unlock button 4 Battery check lamp i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, in[...]

Locking and unlocking 82 When the SmartKey is valid, your vehicle unlocks R the doors R the fuel filler flap R the trunk lid/tailgate i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference[...]

Locking and unlocking 83 Find the SmartKey or change its present location immediately (e.g. place it on the front passenger seat or insert it in shirt pocket). R If you have started the engine with the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, you can turn it off again by - pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button - inserting the SmartKey into the starter swi[...]

Locking and unlocking 84 If the vehicle was previously centrally locked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO, the tailgate will lock automatically when it is closed. To prevent a possible inadvertent lockout, the tailgate will open automatically if a SmartKey is recognized inside the vehicle or in the cargo compartment. Selective setting If you frequent[...]

Locking and unlocking 85 Example illustration driver’s door 1 Locking knob 2 Inside door handle If the vehicle has previously been locked with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, opening a door from the inside will trigger the anti- theft alarm system. To cancel the alarm, see ( Y page 77). X Front doors: Pull on inside door handle 2 on the respecti[...]

Locking and unlocking 86 X Locking: Press central locking switch 2 . If all doors and the trunk/tailgate are closed, the vehicle locks. X Unlocking: Press central unlocking switch 1 . You can open a locked door from inside at any time. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so. If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking sw[...]

Locking and unlocking 87 Vehicles with trunk/tailgate opening/ closing system X Press and hold button i on the SmartKey until trunk/tailgate unlocks and begins to open. or X Pull on handle 1 . In vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: The vehicle must be unlocked. Sedan: If the trunk does not open, it is still locked separately ( Y page 93). X Stopping the o[...]

Locking and unlocking 88 Opening from the inside automatically (wagon) 1 Indicator lamp ; Remote tailgate opening switch X Pull and hold switch ; until R the tailgate is completely open (opened to its full extent) or R the tailgate has reached the desired opening angle Indicator lamp 1 comes on. It remains lit until the tailgate is closed. ! The ta[...]

Locking and unlocking 89 X Move the tailgate to the desired opening height. X Press and hold the tailgate closing switch ( Y page 91) until an acoustic signal sounds once. The opening height of the tailgate is limited. When you now open the tailgate it will stop at the stored position. If the acoustic signal does not sound, the position could not b[...]

Locking and unlocking 90 Wagon 1 Handles X Lower trunk lid/tailgate by pulling firmly on handles 1 . X Close trunk/tailgate with hands placed flat on trunk lid/tailgate. Closing the tailgate from the inside manually (wagon) Vehicles with folding third-row seats have a strap on the tailgate to close it from the inside. 1 Strap Closing the trunk from[...]

Locking and unlocking 91 X Press switch ; until indicator lamp 1 goes out and the trunk is closed. To interrupt the closing procedure: X Release switch ; . Closing the trunk/tailgate from the outside automatically G Warning! Monitor the closing procedure carefully to make sure no one is in danger of being injured. To prevent possible personal injur[...]

Locking and unlocking 92 Wagon: While the tailgate closes, an acoustic signal sounds. If the trunk lid/tailgate comes into contact with an object while closing (e.g. luggage that has been piled too high) in the upper motion sequence, the closing procedure is stopped and the trunk lid/tailgate reopens slightly. Closing the trunk/tailgate and locking[...]

Locking and unlocking 93 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 does not open the tru[...]

Starter switch positions 94 Starter switch positions SmartKey G Observe Safety notes, see page 62. Starter switch } For removing SmartKey (gear selector lever must be in park position P ) $ Power supply for some electrical consumers, e.g. radio % Ignition (power supply for all electrical consumers) and driving position & Starting position When [...]

Seats 95 KEYLESS-GO start/stop button 1 USA only 2 Canada only Position 0 Before you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0 (as with SmartKey removed). Position 1 X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once. This supplies power for some electrical consumers, such as radio functions. i If you now[...]

Seats 96 G Warning! Your seat must be adjusted so that you can correctly fasten your seat belt. Observe the following points: R Adjust the seat backrest until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel. R Adjust the seat to a comfortable seating position that still allows you to reach the accelerator/brake pedal safely. The posit[...]

Seats 97 Power seats 1 Seat fore and aft adjustment 2 Seat backrest tilt 3 Seat height 4 Seat cushion tilt 5 Head restraint height i The memory function ( Y page 109) lets you store the settings for the seat position together with the settings for the steering wheel and the exterior rear view mirrors. X Seat fore and aft adjustment: Press the switc[...]

Seats 98 X Adjusting side cushions: Pull or push side cushions 1 into desired position. X Adjusting forward or backward: Pull or push head restraint in direction of arrow 2 . Lumbar support You can adjust the contour of the front seat’s lumbar support to help enhance support to your spine. 1 Adjustment lever X Move adjustment lever 1 in direction[...]

Seats 99 1 Head restraint release switch X Switch on the ignition. X Press the symbol-side on switch 1 to release the head restraints. Placing rear seat head restraints upright X Pull the head restraint forward until it locks into position. Removing and installing rear seat head restraints (vehicles with split rear seat bench only) 1 Release catch [...]

Seats 100 Placing rear seat head restraints upright X Pull the head restraint forward until it locks into position. Rear seat head restraint height (rear outer seats only) 1 Release button X Raising: Adjust the height of the head restraint manually by pulling it upward. If the head restraint is fully retracted, press release button 1 and pull the h[...]

Seats 101 X Make sure the head restraints engage fully. X Press release button 1 and adjust head restraint to desired position. Multicontour seat The multicontour seat has a movable seat cushion and inflatable air cushions built into the seat backrest to provide additional lumbar and side support. 1 Seat backrest side bolster 2 Seat backrest center[...]

Seats 102 If one or more of the indicator lamps in the seat ventilation switch 1 are flashing, there is insufficient voltage available since too many electrical consumers are turned on. The seat ventilation switches off automatically. The seat ventilation will switch back on again automatically as soon as sufficient voltage is available. Seat heati[...]

Seats 103 The head restraints should be adjusted so that the back of the head is supported at approximately eye level. This can reduce a child’s risk of injury in the event of an accident. G Warning! Make sure the seat belt is positioned correctly on the body and is engaged in the seat belt buckle. Damaged covers should be replaced with original [...]

Seats 104 1 Seat guides 2 Seat cushion X Removing: Fold seat cushion 2 upward and remove it from seat guides 1 . X Installing: Insert seat cushion 2 into seat guides 1 from behind 3 at a slight angle. X Fold seat cushion 2 back into original position 4 until it engages. Folding back third-row seat 1 Tab 2 Seat backrest X Pull seat cushion upward us[...]

Multifunction steering wheel 105 1 Release catch 2 Seat backrest X Press release catch 1 and push head restraints as far in as they will go. X Fold seat backrest 2 of third-row seat back into original position until it engages. Multifunction steering wheel Safety notes G Warning! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjusting the steerin[...]

Multifunction steering wheel 106 Easy-entry/exit feature This feature allows the driver an easier entry into and exit from the vehicle. When entering and exiting the vehicle, the steering wheel is in its uppermost position. The easy-entry/exit feature can be activated or deactivated in the Convenience submenu of the control system ( Y page 156). G [...]

Mirrors 107 lamp 3 remains on. The steering wheel heating is suspended when the temperature of the vehicle interior is above 86‡ (30†). It is also suspended when the temperature of the steering wheel is above 95‡ (35†). When these conditions do not apply anymore, steering wheel heating continues. X Switching off: Turn switch at the tip of s[...]

Mirrors 108 i At low ambient temperatures, the exterior rear view mirrors will be heated automatically. Auto-dimming rear view mirrors The exterior rear view mirror on the driver’s side and the interior rear view mirror will respond automatically to glare when the ignition is switched on and incoming light from headlamps falls on the sensor in th[...]

Memory function 109 Memory function Notes With the memory function you can store up to three different configurations per front seat. Each memory position button on the driver’s side can store all of the following settings: R Seat position R Multicontour seat: previously saved setting R Steering wheel position R Exterior rear view mirrors’ posi[...]

Lighting 110 1 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror button 2 Passenger side exterior rear view mirror button 3 Adjustment button 4 Memory button M X Stop the vehicle. X Switch on the ignition. X Press button 2 . The passenger-side exterior rear view mirror is selected. X Adjust the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror with adjustment butto[...]

Lighting 111 Exterior lamp switch $ a Standing lamps, left % g Standing lamps, right & M Off Daytime running lamp mode ( U Automatic headlamp mode Daytime running lamp mode ) C Parking lamps (also tail lamps, license plate lamps, side marker lamps and instrument panel lamps) * B Low-beam headlamps or high-beam headlamps , ¥ Front fog lamps . ?[...]

Lighting 112 traffic and/or ambient lighting conditions require you to do so. In low ambient lighting conditions, only switch from position U to B with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location. Switching from U to B will briefly switch off the headlamps. Doing so while driving in low ambient lighting conditions may result in an accident. The [...]

Lighting 113 When the engine is running, and you turn the exterior lamp switch to position C or B , the manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode. The corresponding exterior lamps come on ( Y page 111). Fog lamps Fog lamps cannot be switched on with the exterior lamp switch in position U . To switch on the fog lamps, turn[...]

Lighting 114 High-beam flasher X Switching on: Pull the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow 2 . Turn signals 1 Turn signals, right 2 Turn signals, left X Press the combination switch in direction of arrow 1 or 2 . The corresponding turn signal indicator lamp L or K in the instrument cluster flashes. The combination switch resets automa[...]

Lighting 115 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps The corner-illuminating front fog lamps improve illumination of the area in the direction into which you are turning. The corner-illuminating front fog lamps will only operate R in low ambient lighting conditions R at vehicle speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h) R with the front fog lamps switched off R wit[...]

Lighting 116 Interior lighting in the front 1 X Left front reading lamp on/off 2 ò Rear interior lighting on/off 3 ¡ Automatic control on/off 4 ð Front interior lighting on/off 5 X Right front reading lamp on/off 6 Interior lighting 7 Ambient lighting 8 Front reading lamps Automatic control X Activating: Press switch ¡ . The interior lighting c[...]

Lighting 117 Vehicles with power tilt/sliding sunroof The overhead control panel is located above the rear seat bench. 1 X Left rear reading lamp on/off 2 Left rear reading lamp 3 Right rear reading lamp 4 X Right rear reading lamp on/off 5 Right rear interior lamp 6 Left rear interior lamp X Switching on/off rear reading lamps: Press respective re[...]

Wipers 118 Wipers Notes ! Do not operate the wipers when the windshield/rear window is dry. Dust that accumulates on a windshield/rear window might scratch the glass and/or damage the wiper blades when wiping occurs on a dry windshield/rear window. If it is necessary to operate the wipers in dry weather conditions, always operate the wipers with wa[...]

Wipers 119 R the automatic transmission is in drive position D or reverse gear R or R the wiper setting is changed using the combination switch Single wipe X Press the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow 2 to the resistance point. The windshield wipers wipe one time without washer fluid. Wiping with washer fluid X Press the combination[...]

Power windows 120 position 0 , same as with SmartKey removed from starter switch) - engage the parking brake before attempting to remove any blockage. 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 U or V , R set the combination switch to the next hi[...]

Power windows 121 G Observe Safety notes, see page 62. G Warning! Do not keep any part of your body up against the window pane when opening a window. The downward motion of the pane may pull that part of your body down between the window pane and the door frame and trap it there. If there is a risk of entrapment, release the switch and pull it to c[...]

Power windows 122 If the door window is blocked again and opens slightly: X Immediately after the door window was blocked, pull the respective switch upwards until the door window is fully closed. G Warning! Pressing and holding the switch to close the door window immediately after it had been blocked two times will cause the door window to close w[...]

Power windows 123 The door windows and the tilt/sliding panel opens after approximately 1 second. X Release button k on the SmartKey to interrupt the opening procedure. Convenience closing feature When locking the vehicle, you can simultaneously close R the door windows R the tilt/sliding sunroof R the panorama roof Afterward, you can extend the ro[...]

Driving and parking 124 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 maneuv[...]

Driving and parking 125 X Gasoline engine: Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 3 ( Y page 94) and release it. The engine starts automatically. X Diesel engine: Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 2 ( Y page 94). Preglow indicator lamp q in the instrument cluster comes on. X As soon as preglow indicator lamp q goes ou[...]

Driving and parking 126 Carry out the following steps: X If you are starting the engine with the SmartKey: Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 and repeat the starting procedure. X If you are starting the engine with KEYLESS- GO: Close any doors that may be open to allow for better detection of the SmartKey. or X Start the engine w[...]

Driving and parking 127 Automatic transmission 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[...]

Driving and parking 128 If no damage on major assemblies, fuel system, and engine mount can be determined: X Start the engine in the usual manner. Parking G Warning! Do not park this vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as grass, hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system, as these materials could be ignited and ca[...]

Driving and parking 129 X Releasing: Pull on release handle 1 . When the ignition is switched on or the engine is running, the brake warning lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the instrument cluster goes out. X Engaging: Step firmly on parking brake pedal 2 . When the engine is running, the brake warning lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in[...]

Automatic transmission 130 Automatic transmission Introduction For information on driving with an automatic transmission, see “Driving and parking” ( Y page 124). G Warning! Make sure absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedals’ range of movement. Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all obstacles. If there are any floormats or carpets [...]

Automatic transmission 131 The current transmission position P , R , N , or D appears in the multifunction display ( Y page 131). There are additional indicators on the cover of the shifting gate showing the current gear selector lever position. The indicators come on when you insert the SmartKey into the starter switch, and go out when you remove [...]

Automatic transmission 132 Effect Shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R only when the vehicle is stopped. Effect ë 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[...]

Automatic transmission 133 Gear ranges With the automatic transmission in drive position D and driving in automatic program mode C or S , you can limit or extend the gear range, see “One-touch gearshifting” ( Y page 134). The current gear range appears in the multifunction display. 1 Gear range indicator Effect è With this selection you can us[...]

Automatic transmission 134 The current program mode appears in the multifunction display. 1 Program mode indicator You should only change the program mode when the automatic transmission is in park position P . i The last selected automatic program mode ( C or S ) is switched on when the engine is restarted. X Press the program mode selector switch[...]

Automatic transmission 135 vehicle control. Your vehicle’s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control. X Briefly press the gear selector lever to the left in the D- direction. or X Briefly pull left gearshift control 1 . The automatic transmission will shift into the next lower gear as permitted by the shift program. This action simultaneo[...]

Automatic transmission 136 C Comfort For standard driving S Sport For sporty driving M Manual For manual gearshifting The current program mode appears in the multifunction display ( Y page 134). For information on automatic program mode ( C or S ), see “Automatic shift program” ( Y page 133) and “One-touch gearshifting” ( Y page 134). Activ[...]

Automatic transmission 137 X Briefly press the gear selector lever to the left in the D- direction. or X Briefly pull left gearshift control 1 ( Y page 134). The automatic transmission shifts into the next lower gear. i For maximum acceleration, press and hold the gear selector lever to the left in the D- direction or pull and hold the left gearshi[...]

Instrument cluster 138 Instrument cluster Introduction For a full view illustration of the instrument cluster, see “Instrument cluster” ( Y page 30). G Warning! No messages will be displayed if either the instrument cluster or the multifunction display is inoperative. As a result, you will not be able to see information about your driving condi[...]

Control system 139 Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the engine hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Stop the vehicle in a safe location away from other traffic. Turn off the engine, get out of the vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle until the engine has[...]

Control system 140 The control system relays information to the multifunction display. Multifunction steering wheel The displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are controlled by the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel. 1 Multifunction display 2 Press button s to take a call to dial 7 to redial 7 t to end[...]

Control system 141 The individual functions are then found within the relevant menu (radio or CD operations under Audio/DVD menu, for example). These functions serve to call up relevant information or to customize the settings for your vehicle. It is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being arranged in a circular [...]

Control system 142 Menus and submenus i The headings used in the menus table are designed to facilitate navigation within the system and are not necessarily identical to those shown in the multifunction display. Controls in detail[...]

Control system 143 The first function displayed in each menu will automatically show you which part of the system you are in. Function 1 Standard display menu ( Y page 143) 2 AMG 9 menu ( Y page 144) 3 Audio/DVD menu ( Y page 146) 4 Navigation menu ( Y page 148) 5 Distronic menu ( Y page 148) 6 Vehicle status message memory 10 menu ( Y page 148) 7 [...]

Control system 144 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. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the digital speedometer or the outside temperature appears in the multifunction display. 1 Basic display with digit[...]

Control system 145 RACETIMER G Warning! The RACETIMER feature is only for use on roads and in conditions where high speed driving is permitted. Racing on public roads is prohibited under all circumstances and the driver is and must always remain responsible for following posted speed limits. The RACETIMER allows you to time and save driving stretch[...]

Control system 146 Deleting all laps It is not possible to delete a single saved lap. When you turn off the engine, the RACETIMER will be reset to “0” after 30 seconds. All laps are deleted. X Press button æ while the timer is running. The timer stops. X Press the reset button in the instrument cluster twice ( Y page 138). X Press button æ . [...]

Control system 147 If no audio equipment is currently switched on, the message AUDIO Off appears in the multifunction display. Selecting radio station The HD Radio with SIRIUS Satellite Radio is treated as a radio application. For more information on HD Radio with SIRIUS Satellite Radio, refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions. Addit[...]

Control system 148 Operating video DVD X Switch on the COMAND system and select DVD-Video. Refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions. X Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the Audio/DVD menu appears in the multifunction display. 1 Disc number 2 Current scene X Press button k or j to select a scene. Navigation menu The Navigation men[...]

Control system 149 operation of certain systems. They do not replace the owner’s and/or driver’s responsibility to maintain the vehicle’s operating safety. Have all required maintenance and safety checks performed on the vehicle. Bring the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction and warning messages. X Press b[...]

Control system 150 X Press the reset button in the instrument cluster for approximately 3 seconds. The request to press the reset button once more to confirm appears in the multifunction display. X Press the reset button once more. The functions of all the submenus will be reset to factory settings. The settings you have changed will not be reset u[...]

Control system 151 Vehicle submenu R Setting automatic central locking ( Y page 155) Convenience submenu R Activating easy-entry/exit feature ( Y page 156) Instrument cluster submenu Access the Instr. Cluster submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Instr. Cluster submenu to change the instrument cluster display settings. The following functions are [...]

Control system 152 Selecting display (speed or outside temperature) for status line X Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Instr. Cluster submenu. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Status Line Display appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting. X Press button æ or ç to se[...]

Control system 153 Setting the date This function is only available if your vehicle is not equipped with navigation module. X Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Time/Date submenu. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Set Date Month , Set Date Day , or Set Date Year appears in the multifunction display. The selection[...]

Control system 154 Setting locator lighting With the locator lighting feature activated and the exterior lamp switch in position U , the following lamps will come on during darkness when the vehicle is unlocked using button k on the SmartKey: R Parking lamps R Tail lamps R License plate lamps R Side marker lamps R Front fog lamps The locator lighti[...]

Control system 155 R Side marker lamps R Front fog lamps If, after turning off the engine, you do not open a door or do not close an opened door, the lamps will automatically go out after 60 seconds. X Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting submenu. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Headlamps Delayed Shut- o[...]

Control system 156 X Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Vehicle submenu. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Automatic Door Locking appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting. X Press button æ or ç to switch the automatic central locking On or Off . Convenience submenu Ac[...]

Control system 157 Fuel consumption statistics since start X Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the first function of the Trip computer menu appears in the multifunction display. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message From Start appears in the multifunction display. 1 Distance driven since start 2 Time elapsed since start 3 Average [...]

Control system 158 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 stop before placing or taking a telephone call. If you choose to use the telephone while driving, please use the hands-fre[...]

Control system 159 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 ÿ or è repeatedly until the message TEL appears in the multifunction display. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the desired name appears in the multifunction d[...]

Driving systems 160 Driving systems Introduction This section describes the following driving systems of your vehicle: R Cruise control and Distronic R Distance warning function is only available with Distronic R AIRMATIC DC R All-wheel drive (4MATIC) R Parktronic system (sedan) The ABS, Adaptive Brake, BAS, EBP and ESP ® driving safety systems ar[...]

Driving systems 161 1 Setting current or higher speed 2 Setting current or lower speed 3 Canceling the cruise control 4 Activating the cruise control or resuming to last set speed Activating cruise control You can activate the cruise control at a vehicle speed above 20 mph (30 km/h). You cannot activate the cruise control: R when you brake R when y[...]

Driving systems 162 acoustic warning will sound. Observe additional messages in the multifunction display that may appear. Depressing the accelerator pedal does not deactivate the cruise control. After a brief acceleration (e.g. for passing), the cruise control will resume the last set speed. Changing the set speed G Warning! Keep in mind that it m[...]

Driving systems 163 The responsibility for the vehicle’s speed, distance to the preceding vehicle and, most importantly, brake operation to ensure a safe stopping distance, always remains with the driver. Complex driving situations are not always fully recognized by the Distronic. This could result in wrong or missing distance warnings. G Warning[...]

Driving systems 164 G Warning! Close attention to road and traffic conditions is imperative at all times, regardless of whether or not the Distronic is activated. Use of the Distronic can be dangerous on winding roads or in heavy traffic because conditions do not allow safe driving at a constant speed. The Distronic will not react to stationary obj[...]

Driving systems 165 1 Set speed 2 Cruise control speed segments 3 Speed of the vehicle ahead If the Distronic detects a vehicle directly ahead, the cruise control speed segments 2 appear in the speedometer. These segments represent the difference between the set speed of your vehicle 1 and the speed of the preceding vehicle 3 . If the Distronic cal[...]

Driving systems 166 Distronic deactivated When the Distronic is deactivated, you will see the standard Distronic display in the multifunction display. 1 Preceding vehicle, if detected 2 Actual distance to the preceding vehicle 3 Preset distance threshold to the preceding vehicle 4 Your vehicle 5 Symbol for activated distance warning function ( Y pa[...]

Driving systems 167 R when the automatic transmission is in park position P , reverse gear R , or neutral position N R when the ESP ® is switched off or has switched off due to a malfunction The vehicle speed displayed on the speedometer can briefly vary from the speed setting on the Distronic system. Setting the current speed X Accelerate or dece[...]

Driving systems 168 Adjustment in 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h) increments X Briefly press the cruise control lever down in direction of arrow 2 ( Y page 166). The new speed is set and the vehicle will decelerate. Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has reached the set speed. Setting stored speed (Resume function) G Warning! Th[...]

Driving systems 169 setting and the current speed of your vehicle, Distronic calculates and sets the required following distance to the preceding vehicle. The set distance will be shown in the multifunction display. G Warning! It is up to the driver to exercise discretion to select the appropriate setting given road conditions, traffic, driver’s [...]

Driving systems 170 In such a case, Distronic will switch off, and the message DISTRONIC Currently Unavailable – See Operator’s Manual appears in the multifunction display. For cleaning and care of the Distronic system sensor cover, see ( Y page 285). i If the message DISTRONIC Currently Unavailable – See Operator’s Manual disappears during[...]

Driving systems 171 Distance warning function When the Distronic is deactivated, this function will continue to warn you when recognizing a stationary obstacle or a slower vehicle moving in your vehicle’s path and the danger of a collision exists: R The distance warning lamp l in the instrument cluster comes on. R An intermittent warning will sou[...]

Driving systems 172 1 ADS switch 2 Indicator lamps The following settings are available: R Comfort Both indicator lamps 2 are off. R Sport 1 One indicator lamp 2 is on. R Sport 2 Both indicator lamps 2 are on. X Start the engine. X Press ADS switch 1 repeatedly until the desired suspension tuning is reached. The setting remains stored when you turn[...]

Driving systems 173 The following vehicle level settings can be selected when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running: Vehicle level when stationary Indicator lamp ( Y page 174) Suspension tuning Use for Ride height increase over normal Automatic lowering Normal Lamp off Comfort For driving on normal roads None Max. approx. 0.4 in (10 m[...]

Driving systems 174 1 Vehicle level control switch 2 Indicator lamp X Start the engine. X Briefly press switch 1 to change from normal level to raised level. When vehicle is at raised level, pressing switch 1 will return the vehicle to normal level. The setting raised is canceled and the vehicle is lowered to the normal level automatically if the v[...]

Driving systems 175 Parktronic system The Parktronic system is an electronic parking aid with ultrasonic sensors designed to assist the driver during parking maneuvers. It indicates the relative distance between the vehicle and an obstacle visually and audibly. The Parktronic system is activated automatically when you R switch on the ignition and R[...]

Driving systems 176 Range of the sensors Front sensors Center approx. 40 in (100 cm) Corners approx. 24 in (60 cm) Rear sensors Center approx. 48 in (120 cm) Corners approx. 32 in (80 cm) Minimum distance Center approx. 8 in (20 cm) Corners approx. 6 in (15 cm) If the Parktronic system detects an obstacle in this range, all the distance warning seg[...]

Driving systems 177 Rear area warning indicator 1 Left side of the vehicle 2 Right side of the vehicle 3 Readiness indicators Each warning indicator is divided into five yellow and two red distance segments for either side of the vehicle. The Parktronic system is ready to measure when the yellow readiness indicators 3 are illuminated. The current t[...]

Driving systems 178 Parktronic system malfunction There is a malfunction in the Parktronic system, if only the red distance segments illuminate and an acoustic warning sounds. The Parktronic system will switch off automatically after 20 seconds and indicator lamp 2 in Parktronic switch 1 comes on. X Have the Parktronic system checked at an authoriz[...]

Climate control system 179 Climate control system Overview of climate control system functions Your vehicle is equipped with either of the following climate control systems: Dual-zone automatic climate control 4-zone automatic climate control Rear climate control The dual-zone automatic climate control combines an automatic heating and ventilation [...]

Climate control system 180 Control panels Dual-zone automatic climate control Function Recommendation/Notes 1 Temperature control, driver’s side i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 186) 2 y Front defroster i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the side windows are clear again. ( Y page 190) 3 Q Increasing air volu[...]

Climate control system 181 Function Recommendation/Notes 4 Display 5 © Air distribution ( Y page 189) 6 ¯ Rear window defroster i At very low temperatures, rear window defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle interior has warmed up. ( Y page 193) 7 Temperature control, passenger side i Set the temperature to 72 ‡ (22†). ( Y page 186) [...]

Climate control system 182 4-zone automatic climate control Function Recommendation/Notes 1 Air distribution, driver’s side ( Y page 189) 2 y Front defroster i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the side windows are clear again. ( Y page 190) 3 $ Temperature control, driver’s side, raising i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22[...]

Climate control system 183 Function Recommendation/Notes 5 $ Temperature control, passenger side, raising i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 186) 6 ¯ Rear window defroster i At very low temperatures, rear window defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle interior has warmed up. ( Y page 193) 7 Air distribution, passenger side ([...]

Climate control system 184 Function Recommendation/Notes g % Temperature control, driver’s side, lowering i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 186) h , 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 192) j U Air distribution and air vo[...]

Climate control system 185 up, impairing visibility and endangering you and others. X Keep the air intake grille in front of the windshield free of snow and debris. Do not obstruct air flow by placing objects on the air flow-through exhaust slots below the rear window. i If the vehicle interior is hot, ventilate the interior before driving off, see[...]

Climate control system 186 Automatic mode When operating the climate control system in automatic mode, the interior air temperature, air volume and air distribution are adjusted automatically. In automatic mode, cooling with dehumidification is switched on. This function can be switched off if necessary. G Warning! If you switch off the cooling fun[...]

Climate control system 187 4-zones automatic climate control You can set the air temperature for each of the 4 zones separately. You should raise or lower the temperature setting in small increments, preferably starting at 72‡ (22†). Front zones X Increasing/decreasing: Press button Á or  until the desired temperature appears in display 4 ( [...]

Climate control system 188 i For draft-free ventilation, move the adjustable center and side air vents to the middle position. Center air vents 1 Left center air vent, adjustable 2 Right center air vent, adjustable 3 Thumbwheel for air volume control for adjustable right center air vent 4 Thumbwheel for air volume control for adjustable left center[...]

Climate control system 189 B-pillar air vents Vehicles with 4-zone automatic climate control only 1 Thumbwheel for air volume control for side air vent 2 Side air vent, adjustable X Opening/closing: Turn thumbwheel 1 to the left or to the right. Adjusting air distribution Dual-zone automatic climate control The air distribution can be adjusted manu[...]

Climate control system 190 Symbol Function Z Directs air through the center, side and defroster air vents to the windshield and side windows a Directs air through the Cockpit (Canada only), center, side and rear passenger compartment air vents X Directs air into the entire vehicle interior Y Directs air to the footwells X Turn air distribution cont[...]

Climate control system 191 R air flows onto the windshield and the front side windows R the air recirculation mode is switched off i You can adjust the air volume, air distribution and interior air temperature when the front defroster is switched on. X Deactivating: Press button y again. The indicator lamp in the button goes out. The previous setti[...]

Climate control system 192 Air recirculation mode Switch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors from entering the vehicle from the outside (e. g. before driving through a tunnel). This setting cuts off the intake of outside air and recirculates the air in the passenger compartment. G Warning! Fogged windows impair visibility, endange[...]

Rear window defroster 193 The residual heat is deactivated automatically: R when the ignition is switched on R after approximately 30 minutes R if the battery voltage drops R if the coolant temperature is too low Rear window defroster G Warning! Any accumulation of snow and ice should be removed from the rear window before driving. Visibility could[...]

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 194 Power tilt/sliding sunroof Opening and closing G Warning! When opening or closing the tilt/sliding sunroof, make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening/ closing procedure. The tilt/sliding sunroof is equipped with the express operation and automatic reversal function. If the movement of the tilt[...]

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 195 With the sunroof closed or raised, you can slide the sunroof screen forward and back. Sunroof screen X Switch on the ignition. Opening X Opening manually: Press and hold the sunroof switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 2 . X Release the sunroof switch when the desired position is reached. X Express ope[...]

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 196 If the movement of the tilt/sliding sunroof is blocked during the closing procedure (e. g. by ice or pollution), the tilt/sliding sunroof will stop and open slightly. However, the tilt/ sliding sunroof will exert greater force before reversing than when the tilt/sliding sunroof is closed in express operation. Please e[...]

Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel (sedan) 197 Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel (sedan) Extending and retracting the roller sunblinds The roller sunblinds only operate with the tilt/ sliding panel closed. The front and rear roller sunblind cannot be operated individually. G Warning! When extending the roller sunblinds, make sure[...]

Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel (sedan) 198 Such an opening also presents a potential for injury for occupants wearing their seat belts properly as entire body parts or portions of them may protrude from the passenger compartment. ! To avoid damaging the seals, do not transport any objects with sharp edges which can stick out of the til[...]

Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel (sedan) 199 Closing/Lowering X Move the roof panel switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 2 or 4 . X Release the roof panel switch when the desired position is reached. Synchronizing The tilt/sliding panel and roller sunblinds must be synchronized R after the battery has been disconnected or[...]

Loading and storing 200 Loading and storing Loading instructions G Warning! Always fasten items being carried as securely as possible using cargo tie-down rings and fastening materials appropriate for the weight and size of the load. In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle and ca[...]

Loading and storing 201 The handling characteristics of a fully loaded vehicle depend greatly on the load distribution. It is therefore recommended to load the vehicle according to the illustration shown, with the heaviest items being placed towards the front of the vehicle. Please pay attention to and comply with the following instructions when lo[...]

Loading and storing 202 Ski bag (sedan, Canada only) G Warning! The ski bag is designed for up to four pairs of skis. Do not load the ski bag with other objects. Always fasten the ski bag securely. In an accident, an unfastened ski bag can cause injury to vehicle occupants. Unfolding and loading X Fold rear armrest down. 1 Cover 2 Catch X Pull catc[...]

Loading and storing 203 5 Strap X Tighten strap 5 by pulling at the loose end (arrow) until the skis in the ski bag are tightly secured. 6 Hook 7 Eye X Connect hook 6 of front strap to eye 7 located on center tunnel in front of rear seat bench. X Tighten strap by pulling at the loose end (arrow). Unloading and folding X Loosen both straps. X Discon[...]

Loading and storing 204 The parcel net cannot protect transported goods in the event of an accident. A parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell. Cargo tie-down rings Your vehicle is equipped with four cargo tie- down rings. Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on all rings 1 with rope of sufficient strength to hold down the car[...]

Loading and storing 205 1 Tab 2 Retaining hook X Pull tab 1 of retaining hook 2 down. ! Do not use the retaining hook to tie down cargo. Expanding cargo volume To expand the cargo volume, you can fold down the left and right seat backrests. The two sections can be folded down separately to enlarge the cargo volume. G Warning! When expanding the car[...]

Loading and storing 206 1 Seat cushion 2 Seat backrest X Grab the back of seat cushion 1 and fold forward. X Push the rear seat head restraints all the way in. X If the rear center seat is to be occupied while driving, it may be necessary to fold the seat belt buckle up again. X Pull the handle in the trunk. Seat backrest 2 is released and the head[...]

Loading and storing 207 X Fold seat cushion 1 rearward and press the center front of the cushion until it audibly engages. X If need be, fold the head restraint forward by hand. Removing rear seat cushion Removing the rear seat cushions will provide you with a larger, flat cargo volume. X Fold the seat cushions forward ( Y page 205). X Remove the h[...]

Loading and storing 208 Folding rear seat backrest forward 1 Release catch 2 Seat cushion X Pull release catch 1 and use it to pull seat cushion 2 up. 3 Seat backrest 4 Release catch X Pull release catch 4 up. Seat backrest 3 is released and the head restraints fold back. X Fold seat backrest 3 forward. X Adjust front seats to desired position. X I[...]

Loading and storing 209 X Fold seat cushion 1 to the rear and press the center front of the cushion until it audibly engages. X If need be, fold the head restraint forward by hand. Adjusting rear seat backrest position The seat backrests can be placed in an alternative upright position. This creates a larger cargo compartment area or provides for i[...]

Loading and storing 210 When placing the seat cushion back in, guide the plug connection back together until the plug engages. ! Leave the seat cushion hinge in this position. The upholstery could be damaged if you fold the hinge back. X Fold the seat backrest forward. Cargo management system (wagon, Canada only) The cargo management system and acc[...]

Loading and storing 211 L To insert or remove the mounting element S To move the mounting element to the next engaging point X Turn mounting element 2 to L . X Insert mounting element 2 in cargo rail 1 . X Turn mounting element 2 until it engages in position j . You should be able to feel mounting element 2 engage in cargo rail 1 . Inserting the ca[...]

Loading and storing 212 X Place load between the cargo belt and the side wall of the cargo compartment. X Press locking button 3 on belt reel 1 . With the other hand, slowly pull cargo belt over load until the load is properly secured. Telescoping rod The telescoping rod can be used to tighten the load against the rear seats so as to secure it from[...]

Loading and storing 213 Storage box 1 is additionally held in place from above by the twin roller blind. X Loading: Fold seat backrests 3 forward ( Y page 207). X Fill storage box 1 with cargo through the opening on the front side. X Fold seat backrests 3 to the original position ( Y page 208). X Removing: Fold seat backrests 3 forward ( Y page 207[...]

Loading and storing 214 1 Handle 2 Cargo compartment cover Rolling up the cargo compartment cover X Use handle 1 to pull cargo compartment cover 2 down into the horizontal position. X Unhook cargo compartment cover 2 from its anchorages on the left and right sides. To do so, pull cargo compartment cover 2 slightly towards the rear and lower it. X S[...]

Loading and storing 215 2 Rear cargo compartment floor 4 Locking in place 5 Hooks 6 Pneumatic spring X Press rear cargo compartment floor 2 slightly forward 4 . Pneumatic spring 6 engages, locking rear cargo compartment floor 2 in place. i You can transport objects when the cargo compartment floor is open and hang light luggage items from hooks 5 .[...]

Loading and storing 216 Removing the rear cargo compartment floor 1 Raising 2 Rear cargo compartment floor 3 Retainer 4 Moving out 5 Pneumatic spring 6 Release catch X Open rear cargo compartment floor 2 ( Y page 214). X Slide release catch 6 upward and remove pneumatic spring 5 from bolt by moving it to the left. X Press pneumatic spring 5 into re[...]

Loading and storing 217 1 Front cargo compartment floor 4 Crossbar 6 Retainer X Store crossbar 4 in a suitable place. To do so, insert crossbar 4 into the two retainers 6 on front cargo compartment floor 1 . The two retainers 6 must be unlocked in order to remove crossbar 4 . To do so, push the tabs at the bottom of retainer 6 forward. i You can st[...]

Loading and storing 218 $ Unlocking glove box % Locking glove box Storage compartment in the rear center console X Briefly press the top of the compartment. Storage compartment in the rear armrest X Opening: Pull down the armrest. X Press the handle upwards and fold the rear armrest lid up. ! Do not sit on or lean your body weight against the armre[...]

Useful features 219 Useful features Cup holders G Warning! In order to help prevent spilling liquids on vehicle occupants and/or vehicle equipment, only use containers that fit into the cup holder. Use lids on open containers and do not fill containers to a height where the contents, especially hot liquids, could spill during braking, vehicle maneu[...]

Useful features 220 1 Cup holder 2 Locking pins X Removing cup holder: Depress locking pins 2 and remove cup holder 1 upwards. 3 Locking pins X Reinstalling cup holder: Insert cup holder. X Press both locking pins 3 outwards. ! Make sure the cup holder is correctly positioned in the guides while you are reinstalling it. Otherwise the cup holder can[...]

Useful features 221 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. 1 Sun visor 2 Vanity mirror 3 Vanity mirror cover 4 Vanity mirror lamp Glare through the windshield X Flip sun visor 1 down when you experienc[...]

Useful features 222 ! Always guide the sunblind by hand. Do not let it snap back, as the retractor could be damaged. Rear window sunshade (sedan) G Warning! When operating the rear window sunshade make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the extending or retracting procedure. The extending or retracting procedure can be immediately ha[...]

Useful features 223 X Grab and remove ashtray insert from ashtray frame. X Reinstalling ashtray insert: Push the ashtray insert back into the frame until it engages. X Closing: Push down cover 1 . Rear door ashtray 1 Ashtray release 2 Ashtray X Opening: Briefly press the top of ashtray 2 . X Removing ashtray insert: Pull ashtray release 1 in direct[...]

Useful features 224 plugs that do not fit properly) can damage the lighter socket. With the socket damaged, the lighter may not function properly any longer. Power outlets The power outlets can be used to accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories (e.g. auxiliary lamps, mobile phone chargers) up to a maximum of 15 A (180 W). An additional power outl[...]

Useful features 225 The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: R Automatic and manual emergency R Roadside Assistance R Information The Tele Aid system is operational providing that the vehicle’s battery is charged, properly connected, not damaged, and cellular and GPS coverage is available. The Tele Aid system utilizes the cellular[...]

Useful features 226 be established automatically soon after the emergency call has been initiated. The Response Center will attempt to determine more precisely the nature of the emergency provided they can speak to an occupant of the vehicle. i If no vehicle occupant responds, an ambulance will be sent to the vehicle immediately. G Warning! If the [...]

Useful features 227 button p will flash while the call is in progress. The message Connecting Call will appear in the multifunction display and the audio system or the COMAND system is muted. When the connection is established, the message Call Connected appears in the multifunction display. The Tele Aid system will transmit data generating the veh[...]

Useful features 228 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 the NAV button on the COMAND system. Spoken commands are not available. A voice connection between the Customer Assistance Center representative and the occupants of the vehicle[...]

Useful features 229 Route guidance You will be prompted to confirm that route guidance to the entered address is to be started. X Select Yes using button ( or & on the COMAND system. X Press button C on the COMAND system to confirm. The system calculates the route and subsequently starts the route guidance to the defined address. i If you selec[...]

Useful features 230 X Select Start . or X Select No if you wish to save the downloaded destination address in the From Memory destination list for future use. i Destination addresses will download in the same order they were sent. If you have multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles equipped with Tele Aid and active accounts, each destination address sent w[...]

Useful features 231 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services In the event your vehicle was stolen: X Report the incident to the police. The police will issue a numbered incident report. X Pass this number on to the Response Center along with your password. The Response Center will then attempt to covertly contact the vehicle’s Tele Aid system. Once the v[...]

Useful features 232 Programming the integrated remote control X Step 1: Switch on the ignition. X Step 2: If you have previously programmed a signal transmitter button and wish to retain its programming, proceed to step 3. or X If you are programming the integrated remote control for the first time, press and hold the two outer signal transmitter b[...]

Useful features 233 You have 30 seconds to initiate the following two steps. X Step 10: Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for 2 seconds and release the programmed signal transmitter button ( 2 , 3 or 4 ). X Step 11: Press, hold for 2 seconds and release same signal transmitter button a second time to complete the training process. i Some[...]

Useful features 234 Operation of integrated remote control X Switch on the ignition. X Select and press the appropriate integrated signal transmitter button ( 2 , 3 or 4 ) to activate the remote controlled device. The integrated remote control transmitter continues to send the signal as long as the button is pressed – up to 20 seconds. Erasing th[...]

Useful features 235 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 any interference received, i[...]

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237 Vehicle equipment ............................ 238 The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ....... 238 At the gas station ............................. 239 Engine compartment ........................ 241 Tires and wheels ............................... 247 Winter driving ................................... 272 Driving instructions ......................[...]

The first 1000 miles (1500 km) 238 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. The first 1000 miles (1500 km) The more cautiously you treat[...]

At the gas station 239 At the gas station Refueling G Warning! Gasoline and diesel fuels are highly flammable and poisonous. They burn violently and can cause serious injury. Never allow sparks, flames or smoking materials near gasoline or diesel fuel! Turn off the engine before refueling. Whenever you are around gasoline or diesel fuel, avoid inha[...]

At the gas station 240 i Gasoline engine: Only use premium unleaded gasoline with a minimum Posted Octane Rating of 91 (average of 96 RON/86 MON). Information on gasoline quality can normally be found on the fuel pump. Please contact gas station personnel in case labels on the pump cannot be found. For more information on gasoline, see “Premium u[...]

Engine compartment 241 X Closing: Turn fuel filler cap 2 clockwise until it audibly engages. X Close fuel filler flap 1 . Low outside temperatures (diesel engine) ! Do not fill the tank with gasoline. Do not blend diesel fuel with gasoline or kerosene. The fuel system and engine will otherwise be damaged, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz L[...]

Engine compartment 242 G Warning! To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running. The radiator fan may continue to run for approximately 30 seconds or may even restart after the engine has been turned off. Stay clear of fan blades. G Warning! Vehicles with gasoline engine: The engine is e[...]

Engine compartment 243 Closing G Warning! When closing the hood, use extreme caution not to catch hands or fingers. Be careful that you do not close the hood on anyone. Make sure the hood is securely engaged before driving off. Do not continue driving if the hood can no longer engage after an accident, for example. The hood could otherwise come loo[...]

Engine compartment 244 The filling quantity between the upper and lower marks on the oil dipstick is approximately 2.1 US qt. (2.0 l). E 63 AMG: The filling quantity between the upper and lower marks on the oil dipstick is approximately 1.6 US qt. (1.5 l). X If necessary, add engine oil. For more information on engine oil, see “Fuels, coolants, l[...]

Engine compartment 245 Transmission fluid level The transmission fluid level does not need to be checked. If you notice transmission fluid loss or gearshifting malfunctions, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center check the transmission. Coolant level The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze. When checking the coolant l[...]

Engine compartment 246 Washer system and headlamp cleaning system G Warning! Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flammable. Do not spill washer solvent/ antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may ignite and burn. You could be seriously burned. ! Always use washer solvent/antifreeze where temperatures may fall below freezing point. Failure to do[...]

Tires and wheels 247 Tires and wheels Safety notes Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for summer and winter operation. They can also offer advice concerning tire service and purchase. G Warning! Replace rims or tires with the same designation, manufacturer and type as shown on the ori[...]

Tires and wheels 248 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 t[...]

Tires and wheels 249 1 TWI ( T read W ear I ndicator) The treadwear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread. 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 inte[...]

Tires and wheels 250 1 Driver’s door B-pillar Following is a discussion on how to work with the information contained on the Tire and Loading Information placard with regards to loading your vehicle. Tire and Loading Information G Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Informa[...]

Tires and wheels 251 1 Seating capacity information on the Tire and Loading Information placard Steps for determining correct load limit The following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”. X St[...]

Tires and wheels 252 Example Combined weight limit of occupants and cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard Number of occupants (driver and passengers) Seating configuration Occupants weight Combined weight of all occupants Available cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (total load limit from Tire and Loading Information placard minus co[...]

Tires and wheels 253 have the loaded vehicle (including driver, passengers and all cargo and, if applicable, trailer fully loaded) weighed on a suitable commercial scale. Trailer tongue load The tongue load of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the load you can carry in your vehicle. If a trailer is towed, the tongue l[...]

Tires and wheels 254 1 Tire and Loading Information placard with recommended cold tire inflation pressures The Tire and Loading Information placard lists the recommended cold tire inflation pressures for maximum loaded vehicle weight. The tire inflation pressures listed apply to the tires installed as original equipment. Important notes on tire inf[...]

Tires and wheels 255 Underinflated tires can R cause excessive and uneven tire wear R adversely affect fuel economy R lead to tire failure from being overheated R adversely affect handling characteristics Overinflated tires G Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can adversely affect hand[...]

Tires and wheels 256 stem of the valve with e.g. a tip of a pen. Then recheck the tire inflation pressure with the tire gauge. X Install the valve cap. X Repeat this procedure for each tire. Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) While the vehicle is being driven, the Run Flat Indicator monitors the set tire inflation pressures by evaluating each wheel?[...]

Tires and wheels 257 Restarting the Run Flat Indicator The Run Flat Indicator must be restarted in the following situations: R after you have changed the tire inflation pressure R after you have replaced the wheels or tires R after you have installed new wheels or tires X Using the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-pilla[...]

Tires and wheels 258 The TPMS is equipped with a combination low tire pressure/ TPMS malfunction telltale (USA) or a low tire pressure telltale (Canada) in the instrument cluster. Depending on how the telltale illuminates, it indicates a low tire pressure condition or a malfunction in the TPMS system itself: R If the telltale illuminates continuous[...]

Tires and wheels 259 detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on yo[...]

Tires and wheels 260 When the vehicle has been parked for longer than 20 minutes, the message Tire pressure displayed after driving for 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[...]

Tires and wheels 261 supplemental tire inflation pressure information on the inside of the fuel filler flap, make sure the tire inflation pressure of all four tires is correct. X Switch on the ignition. X Press button è or ÿ on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the standard display appears in the multifunction display ( Y page 143[...]

Tires and wheels 262 5 Manufacturer 6 Tire ply material ( Y page 268) 7 Tire size designation, load and speed rating ( Y page 262) 8 Load identification ( Y page 264) 9 Tire name i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. For more information, see “Rims a[...]

Tires and wheels 263 Tire load rating G Warning! The tire load rating must always be at least half of the GAWR of your vehicle. Otherwise, tire failure may be the result which may cause an accident and/or serious injury to you or others. Always replace rims and tires with the same designation, manufacturer and type as shown on the original part. G [...]

Tires and wheels 264 consulted for the maximum speed capability. If a service description is given, the speed capability is limited by the speed symbol in the service description. Example: 245/40 ZR18 97Y. In this example, “97Y” is the service description. The letter “Y” designates the speed rating and the speed capability of the tire is li[...]

Tires and wheels 265 may vary from data shown in above illustration. In addition to tire load rating, special load identification 1 may be molded into the tire sidewall following the letter designating the tire speed rating 6 ( Y page 262). R No specification given: absence of any text (like in above example) indicates a standard load (SL) tire. R [...]

Tires and wheels 266 Tire type code Tire type code 4 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 5 identifies the week and year of manufacture. The first two figures identify the week, starting with “01” to represent th[...]

Tires and wheels 267 1 Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. This is the maximum permissible tire inflation pressure for the tire. Always follow the recommended tire inflation pressure ( Y page 253) for prope[...]

Tires and wheels 268 service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction G Warning! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA,[...]

Tires and wheels 269 i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. This marking tells you about the type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. Tire and loading terminology Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan[...]

Tires and wheels 270 tongue load). It is indicated on certification label located on the driver’s door B-pillar. Kilopascal (kPa) The metric unit for air pressure. There are 6.9 kPa to 1 psi; another metric unit for air pressure is bar. There are 100 kilopascals (kPa) to 1 bar. Maximum load rating The maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can[...]

Tires and wheels 271 Tire load rating Numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can support. Tire ply composition and material used This indicates the number of plies or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread and sidewall. Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in the tire and sidewall, which in[...]

Winter driving 272 If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration, tires can be rotated according to the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals in the tire manufacturer’s warranty pamphlet located in your vehicle literature portfolio. If none is available, tires should be rotated every 3 000 to 6 000 miles (5 000 to 10 000 km), or soon[...]

Winter driving 273 Snow chains ! When driving with snow chains, always select the raised level of the vehicle level control. Other settings may result in damage to your vehicle. ! Some tire sizes do not leave adequate clearance for snow chains. To help avoid serious damage to your vehicle or tires, make sure the use of snow chains is permissible as[...]

Driving instructions 274 vehicle control. Your vehicle’s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control. The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and steering maneuvers. Do not use the cruise control system under such conditions. When the vehicle is in danger of skidding, [...]

Driving instructions 275 Drinking and driving G Warning! Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs and driving are very dangerous combinations. Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes, perceptions and judgment. The possibility of a serious or even fatal accident are greatly increased when you drink or take drugs and drive. D[...]

Driving instructions 276 expected brake effect. Maintain a safe distance from vehicles in front. To help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet or salt-covered roads, it is advisable to brake the vehicle with considerable force prior to parking. The heat generated serves to dry the brakes. Salt-covered roads G Warning! A layer of salt on[...]

Driving instructions 277 (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO start/stop button in position 0 or 1 ) when the parking brake is being tested on a brake test dynamometer or the vehicle is being towed with the front axle raised. Active braking action through the ESP ® may otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not c[...]

Driving instructions 278 reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Hydroplaning Depending on the depth of the water layer on the road, hydroplaning may occur, even at low speeds and with new tires. In heavy rain or when conditions indicate possible hydroplan[...]

Driving instructions 279 Only operate the COMAND 16 (Cockpit Management and Data System) if road, weather and traffic conditions permit. Otherwise, you may not be able to observe traffic conditions and could endanger yourself and others. Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph (approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 f[...]

Maintenance 280 Maintenance Notes The Maintenance System in your vehicle tracks the distance driven and the time elapsed since the last maintenance service, calculates other maintenance service work required, and calls for the next maintenance service accordingly. We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced at an authorized Mercedes- [...]

Maintenance 281 1 Reset button X Clearing the maintenance service indicator message manually: Press reset button 1 on the instrument cluster. The standard display appears in the multifunction display. Maintenance service term exceeded If you have exceeded the suggested maintenance service term, you will see the following message in the multifunctio[...]

Vehicle care 282 system without performing the proper maintenance service as called for by the maintenance service indicator will result in engine damage and/or other vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle Notes Regular and proper care will help to maintain the value of your v[...]

Vehicle care 283 You should check your vehicle from time to time for stone chipping or other damage. Any damage should be repaired as soon as possible to prevent corrosion. In doing so, do not neglect the underbody of the vehicle. A prerequisite for a thorough check is a washing of the underbody followed by a thorough inspection. Damaged areas need[...]

Vehicle care 284 Engine cleaning Prior to cleaning the engine compartment, make sure to protect electrical components and connectors from contact with water and cleaning agents. Corrosion protection, such as MB Anticorrosion Wax should be applied to the engine compartment after every engine cleaning. Before applying, all control linkage bushings an[...]

Vehicle care 285 ! Do not use chrome cleaner on ornamental moldings. Although ornamental moldings may have chrome appearance, they could be made of anodized aluminum that will be damaged when cleaned with chrome cleaner. Instead, use a damp cloth to clean those ornamental moldings. For very dirty ornamental moldings of which you are sure are chrome[...]

Vehicle care 286 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 u ( Y page 118). X With wiper arms in vertical position, switch off the ignition. G Warning! For safety reasons, switch off wipers and remove SmartKey from starter sw[...]

Vehicle care 287 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 p[...]

Vehicle care 288 intermediate cover, contact-discoloration will be prevented. 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 the activation of the active head restraints and/or the deployment of the[...]

289 Vehicle equipment ............................ 290 Where will I find ...? .......................... 290 Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ....................... 295 What to do if … .................................. 330 Unlocking/locking manually ........... 343 Resetting activated head restraints 345 Replacing SmartKey b[...]

Where will I find ...? 290 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 ! Always keep the storage compa[...]

Where will I find ...? 291 R Valve extractor 19 R Wheel wrench Vehicle tool kit (sedan) X Removing: Open the trunk ( Y page 86). X Lift the trunk floor using the floor handle. X Engage the floor handle on the upper trunk lip. ! To prevent damage, always disengage the floor handle from the upper trunk lip and lower the trunk floor before closing the[...]

Where will I find ...? 292 Vehicles with TIREFIT 1 Jack and tools 2 Electric air pump 3 TIREFIT kit X To access remaining tools: Remove jack 1 . Collapsible wheel chock The collapsible wheel chock serves to secure the vehicle, e.g. while changing a wheel. X Take the collapsible wheel chock from the vehicle tool kit ( Y page 290). 1 Tilt the plates [...]

Where will I find ...? 293 Operational position X Turn the crank handle clockwise. Before placing the jack back into the vehicle tool kit: X Fully collapse the jack. X Fold in the crank handle (storage position). Spare wheel G Observe Safety notes, see page 355. The spare wheel is located underneath the trunk floor (sedan)/cargo compartment floor ([...]

Where will I find ...? 294 Vehicles with spare wheel with collapsible tire 1 Tool bag and jack 2 Spare wheel 3 Electric air pump 4 Protective film/bag 5 Storage well casing i For transporting the damaged road wheel, use protective film/bag 4 (if available). X Remove storage well casing 5 . 6 Retaining screw 7 Storage well casing base X Remove stora[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 295 lower the trunk floor before closing the trunk. 1 Fastening clip 2 Luggage box X Turn fastening clips 1 to the left upwards from the fastening bolts. X Lift luggage box 2 in the area of the fastening bolts and remove it from the trunk. X Installing: Insert the luggage box into the trunk so th[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 296 wheel. They are then stored in the Vehicle status message memory menu ( Y page 148). Remember that clearing a message will only make the message disappear. Clearing a message will not correct the condition that caused the message to appear. G Warning! All categories of messages contain import[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 297 Text messages Safety systems Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ABS ABS, ESP Inoperative See Operator’s Man. The brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction, the ABS, the BAS, the ESP ® and the PRE- SAFE ® system are unavailable. X Contin[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 298 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution PRE-SAFE Inoperative See Operator’s Manual The PRE-SAFE ® system itself has failed. All other occupant safety systems, such as the air bags, are still available. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 299 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator’s 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 se[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 300 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution display in the instrument cluster ( Y page 30) for the following: With the seat unoccupied and the ignition switched on, R the 75 indicator lamp in the center console should illuminate and remain illuminated, indicating that the OC[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 301 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G Warning! If the 75 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 u[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 302 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator’s Manual The front passenger front air bag is deactivated while driving even though an adult or someone larger than a small individual is occupying the front passenger seat. Forces act[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 303 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ( Y page 50) has deactivated the front passenger front air bag. R the message Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator’s Manual or the message Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator’s Manual should not appear in the mu[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 304 Driving systems Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Cruise Control And SPEEDTRONIC Inoperative The cruise control is malfunctioning. X Have cruise control checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Cruise Control - - - MPH One of the activation conditions for cru[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 305 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution DISTRONIC Currently Unavailable See Operator’s Manual Distronic is deactivated because: R The Distronic cover in the radiator grille is dirty. R The functionality is impaired by heavy precipitation or fog R The system is overheat[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 306 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution DISTRONIC Currently Unavailable See Operator’s Manual Distronic is deactivated because the functionality is impaired by external interferences, e.g. high-frequency sources such as toll stations, speed measuring systems etc. X Lea[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 307 Vehicle Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution P Gear Selector Lever In P Position You have opened the driver’s door while the engine was not running and the automatic transmission was not in park position P . X Shift the automatic transmission into park position P . [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 308 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Tire Pressure Check tires The Run Flat Indicator indicates that the pressure is too low in one or more tires. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. Observe the traffic situation ar[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 309 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Tire Pres. Monitor Wheel Sensor Missing Vehicles with Advanced TPMS (Canada only): One or more sensors are defect (e.g. battery is empty). The respective tire is indicated by – – instead of the tire inflation pressure in the mu[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 310 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Please correct the tire pressure. Vehicles with Advanced TPMS (Canada only): The tire pressure is too low in one or more tires. or The tire pressures of the individual tires differ from each other significantly. The tire pressure v[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 311 G Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being overheated. Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can adversely af[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 312 Symbol messages Brake Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution 2 Brake Wear The brake pads have reached their wear limit. X Have the brake pads replaced as soon as possible. ! Brake pad thickness must be visually inspected by a qualified technician at the intervals specif[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 313 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) Check Brake Fluid Level There is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir. Risk of accident! X Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so. X Do not drive any further. X Conta[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 314 Safety systems Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution L Tele Aid Inoperative One or more main functions of the Tele Aid system are malfunctioning. X Have the Tele Aid system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 Restraint System Malfunction Service Required T[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 315 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution @ STOP Vehicle Too Low The AIRMATIC DC is malfunctioning. Avoid excessive steering maneuvers. The fenders or tires could otherwise be damaged. Listen for scraping noises. X Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h). X Drive to the [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 316 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution V You are driving with at least one door open. The display symbol shows you which doors are open. X Close all doors. ? Left Rear Backrest Not Locked or Right Rear Backrest Not Locked The rear seat backrest is not engaged. X Adjust [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 317 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution I Key Not Detected The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is not detected while the engine is running because the SmartKey is not in the vehicle. X Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. X Engage the parking brake. X Search for the[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 318 Engine Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ú (USA only) ± (Canada only) Engine Service There may be a malfunction in: R The fuel management system R The ignition system (gasoline engine) R The exhaust system R The fuel system X Have the engine checked as soon as po[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 319 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Ì Coolant 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[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 320 ! The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248‡ (120†). Doing so may cause serious damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Practical hints[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 321 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Ì Coolant 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 continu[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 322 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution If the coolant temperature is below 248‡ (120†), you may continue driving to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Avoid placing heavy loads on the engine (e.g. by driving uphill) as well as stop-and-go traffic. X Have the fan [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 323 If the message Check oil level at next refueling. appears while the engine is running and at operating temperature, the engine oil level has dropped to approximately the minimum level. The message will be stored in the vehicle status message memory after you have cleared it from the multifunc[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 324 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution [ Clean Fuel Filter There is water in the fuel filter. X Have the water drained at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Lamps Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . Active Headlamps Inope[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 325 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . Front Foglamp Left or Front Foglamp Right The left or right front fog lamp is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. . Marker Lamp Front Left or Marker Lamp Front Right The front left si[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 326 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . AUTO-Light Inoperative 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 In the control [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 327 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . Cornering Lamp Left or Cornering Lamp Right The left or right corner-illuminating front fog lamp is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. . Rear Left Turn Signal or Rear Right Turn Sign[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 328 Tires Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution H Please correct the tire pressure. The tire pressure is too low in one or more tires. or The tire pressure of the individual tires differ from each other significantly. X Check and correct tire inflation pressure as required[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 329 Practical hints Z[...]

What to do if … 330 What to do if … Lamps in instrument cluster Notes If any of the following lamps in the instrument cluster fails to come on during the bulb self- check when switching on the ignition, have the respective bulb checked and replaced if necessary. When you switch on the ignition, all lamps (except low-beam headlamp indicator lamp[...]

What to do if … 331 Brake Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions - The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running. The ABS has detected a malfunction and switched off. The BAS, ESP ® , EBP and PRE- SAFE ® are also switched off (see messages in multifunction display). The brake system is still functioning norm[...]

What to do if … 332 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) The red brake warning lamp comes on while the engine is running and an acoustic warning sounds. There is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir. X Risk of accident! Do not drive any further. Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as it [...]

What to do if … 333 Safety systems Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions < 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[...]

What to do if … 334 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions < During driving the red seat belt telltale flashes and you additionally hear an intermittent warning chime with increasing intensity. The vehicle’s speed once exceeded 15 mph (25 km/h) and you and/or your front passenger have forgotten to fasten your seat belts. X Fa[...]

What to do if … 335 For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury[...]

What to do if … 336 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions v The yellow ESP ® warning lamp flashes while driving. The ESP ® or Electronic Traction System (ETS/4-ETS) has come into operation because of detected traction loss in at least one tire. The cruise control and the Distronic system are deactivated. X When driving off, app[...]

What to do if … 337 Vehicle Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions A The yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp comes on when the engine is running. The fuel level has gone below the reserve mark. X Refuel at the next gas station. Practical hints Z[...]

What to do if … 338 Engine Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions ú (USA only) ± (Canada only) The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the engine is running. There may be a malfunction in: R The fuel management system R The ignition system R The emission control system R Systems which affect emissions Such mal[...]

What to do if … 339 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions Ì The red coolant temperature warning lamp comes on when the engine is running. There is insufficient coolant in the reservoir. If this warning lamp comes on frequently, there is a leak in the cooling system. If the coolant level is correct, the electric radiator fan may [...]

What to do if … 340 Tires Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions H USA only: Combination low tire pressure telltale/TPMS malfunction telltale for the TPMS illuminates continuously. Canada only: Low tire pressure telltale for the Advanced TPMS illuminates continuously. The TPMS (USA only) or Advanced TPMS (Canada only) detects a lo[...]

What to do if … 341 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 them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinflat[...]

What to do if … 342 G Warning! If the 75 indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with the weight of a typical adult or someone larger than a small individual on the front passenger seat, do not have any passenger use the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions 75 T[...]

Unlocking/locking manually 343 Unlocking/locking manually Unlocking the vehicle If you cannot unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, unlock the driver’s door and the trunk (sedan only) using the mechanical key. i Unlocking the vehicle with the mechanical key and opening the driver’s door or the trunk (sedan only) will trigger [...]

Unlocking/locking manually 344 X Turn mechanical key 1 back and remove it from the trunk lid lock. Unlocking the tailgate (wagon) i This feature is available on the E 63 AMG unless the vehicle is equipped with foldable third-row seats. A minimum height clearance of 6.81 ft (2.07 m) is required to open the tailgate. 1 Emergency release lever 2 Cover[...]

Resetting activated head restraints 345 i This procedure does not arm the anti- theft alarm system, nor does it lock the fuel filler flap. Manually unlocking the gear selector lever If the vehicle’s electrical system is malfunctioning, the gear selector lever could remain locked in park position P . In this case the gear selector lever can be unl[...]

Replacing SmartKey batteries 346 1 Reset tool 2 Active head restraint cushion 3 Rectangular opening X Take reset tool 1 out of the Mercedes- Benz literature pouch. X Guide reset tool 1 into rectangular opening 3 between active head restraint cushion 2 and head restraint cover. X Press reset tool 1 downward in direction of arrow until you hear the h[...]

Replacing SmartKey batteries 347 sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling. When inserting the batteries, make sure they are clean and free of lint. When replacing batteries, always replace both batteries. i The required replacement batteries are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Replacement batteries: Lithium, type[...]

Replacing bulbs 348 Replacing bulbs Safety notes Safe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling to a large degree. Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important. Have headlamps checked and readjusted at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for headlamp adjustm[...]

Replacing bulbs 349 Wagon Front lamps Lamp Type 1 Additional turn signal lamp LED 2 Turn signal lamp 3547 A Lamp Type 3 Halogen headlamp: Low beam H7 (55 W) Bi-Xenon headlamp: Low and high beam 20 D1S-35 W 4 Side marker lamp W 5 W 5 Halogen headlamp: High beam/high-beam flasher H7 (55 W) Bi-Xenon headlamp: High-beam flasher H7 (55 W) Halogen headla[...]

Replacing bulbs 350 R Always use a clean lint-free cloth when handling bulbs. 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. Have the LEDs and bulbs for the following lamps replaced at an authoriz[...]

Replacing bulbs 351 X Pull the bulb out of bulb socket 4 . X Gently press the new bulb into bulb socket 4 . X Place bulb socket 4 back into the housing and turn it clockwise until it engages. X Align housing cover 1 and turn it clockwise until it engages. High-beam and high-beam flasher bulb (halogen headlamps)/high-beam flasher bulb (Bi-Xenon head[...]

Replacing wiper blades 352 X Loosen screws 1 of lamp cover to be removed. X Remove lamp cover 2 . X Replace the bulb. X Reinstall lamp cover 2 . X Retighten screws 1 . Replacing wiper blades Safety notes G Warning! For safety reasons, switch off wipers and remove SmartKey from starter switch (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Make sure the vehicle’s on-b[...]

Replacing wiper blades 353 Vehicles with SmartKey X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 . X Turn combination switch to wiper setting u . X With wiper arms in vertical position, turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 . X Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO X Turn off the engine. With[...]

Replacing wiper blades 354 Installing wiper blades Front wiper blades X Slide the wiper blade onto wiper arm until it locks in place. X Rotate the wiper blade into position parallel to the wiper arm. X Fold the wiper arm backward to rest on the windshield. Make sure you hold on to the wiper when folding the wiper arm back. ! Make sure the wiper bla[...]

Flat tire 355 Flat tire Safety notes Your vehicle may be equipped with: R a TIREFIT kit (your vehicle does not have a spare wheel) R a Minispare wheel R a spare wheel with collapsible tire For information on your vehicle’s equipment, see “Rims and tires” ( Y page 384). G Warning! The dimensions of the spare wheel are different from those of t[...]

Flat tire 356 X Foreign objects (e.g. screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. X Take the TIREFIT kit, the sticker, and the electric air pump out of the cargo compartment ( Y page 290). Two-part sticker 1 Sticker for instrument cluster 2 Sticker for wheel X Attach sticker part 1 where it will be easily seen by the driver on the instrum[...]

Flat tire 357 5 Air hose 6 Flange 7 Flap Version 2 1 TIREFIT container 2 Notch 3 Electric air pump switch 4 Electrical plug 5 Air hose 6 Flange X Version 1 only: Open flap 7 on the electric air pump. X Pull plug 4 and air hose 5 out of the pump housing. X Screw the air pump’s air hose 5 onto flange 6 of TIREFIT container 1 . X Stick TIREFIT conta[...]

Flat tire 358 X Press I on electric air pump switch 3 . The electric air pump is switched on and inflates the tire. i First, the sealing is pumped into the tire. The pressure may briefly rise to up to 73 psi (5 bar). This is normal and not an indication of a malfunction. Do not switch off the electric air pump. X Let the electric air pump inflate t[...]

Flat tire 359 The sticker must be attached on the instrument cluster where it will be easily seen by the driver. Vehicle handling characteristics of a TIREFIT repaired tire may change. Adapt your driving accordingly. X After driving the vehicle for an initial 10 minutes, check the tire inflation pressure using pressure gauge on the air pump. G Warn[...]

Flat tire 360 X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible to obtain a new TIREFIT kit. X Bring used TIREFIT materials to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for proper disposal. X Replace your TIREFIT container every 4 years. Replacement containers are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Mounting the spare wheel In[...]

Flat tire 361 When changing wheel on a level surface: X Place the wheel chock 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, place the [...]

Flat tire 362 X Turn crank 4 clockwise until jack 3 is fully seated in take-up bracket 2 and the jack base evenly meets the ground. X Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is a maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground. Removing the wheel 1 Alignment bolt X Unscrew uppermost wheel bolt and remove it. X Replace this wheel bolt with alignment bolt 1 sup[...]

Flat tire 363 X Clean contact surfaces of wheel and wheel hub. ! To avoid paint damage, place wheel flat against hub and hold it there while installing first wheel bolt. 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 last wheel bolt and tigh[...]

Flat tire 364 4 Air hose with pressure gauge and vent screw 5 Union nut Version 2 2 Air pump switch 3 Electrical plug 4 Pressure gauge 5 Union nut 6 Deflate button X Version 1 only: Open flap 1 on electric air pump. X Version 1 only: Pull out electrical plug 3 and air hose with pressure gauge 4 . X Version 2 only: Pull electrical plug 3 and the air[...]

Flat tire 365 X Version 1 only: If the tire inflation pressure is above the recommended tire inflation pressure as specified for your vehicle ( Y page 389), decrease tire pressure using the vent screw on air hose 4 . X Version 2 only: If the tire inflation pressure is above the recommended tire inflation pressure as specified for your vehicle ( Y p[...]

Bleeding the fuel system (diesel engine only) 366 i Vehicles with spare wheel: Some tire sizes do not allow the damaged road wheel to be stored in the spare wheel well in the trunk/cargo compartment. It should then be transported in the trunk/ cargo compartment wrapped in the protective film/bag that comes with the spare wheel. i Vehicles with TPMS[...]

Battery 367 Battery Safety notes A battery should always be sufficiently charged in order to achieve its rated service life. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for battery maintenance intervals. If you use your vehicle mostly for short- distance trips, you will need to have the battery charge checked more frequently. When replacing a battery, always use [...]

Battery 368 Never touch the battery first. First touch the outside body of the vehicle in order to release any possible electrostatic charges. Do not rub the battery with rags or cloths. The battery could explode if touched due to electrostatic charge or due to spark formation. ! The battery is a Valve-Regulated Lead Acid (VRLA) battery, also refer[...]

Jump starting 369 Charge battery in accordance with the separate instructions for the accessory battery charger. Have batteries charged at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you charge the batteries yourself, follow the operating instructions for your charging device. Only use a battery charge unit with a maximum charging voltage of 14.8 V. X C[...]

Jump starting 370 If the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the fully charged battery of another vehicle or an equivalent starter pack. Observe the following: R Access to the battery is not possible on all vehicles. If you cannot access the battery in your vehicle provide jump start power by an external battery [...]

Jump starting 371 X Start engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery and run at idle speed. You can now turn on the electrical consumers. Do not switch on the headlamps under any circumstances. X Remove the jumper cables first from negative terminals 2 and 4 and then from positive terminals 1 and 3 . You can now switch on the headlamps. X Ha[...]

Towing the vehicle 372 Towing the vehicle Safety notes Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dolly equipment. This method is preferable to other types of towing. ! To prevent damage during transport, do not tie down vehicle by its chassis or suspension parts. [...]

Towing the vehicle 373 X Press mark on cover 1 as indicated by the arrow. X Lift cover 1 off to reveal the threaded hole for the towing eye bolt. 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. 1 Cover X Pre[...]

Towing the vehicle 374 Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, make sure the SmartKey is in starter switch position 2 . If the SmartKey is left in the starter switch position 0 for an extended period of time, it can no longer be turned in the switch. In this case, the steering is locked. To unlock, remove SmartKey from starter sw[...]

Fuses 375 Fuses Introduction The electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to switch off malfunctioning power circuits. If a fuse is blown, the components and systems secured by that fuse will stop operating. G Warning! Only use fuses approved by Mercedes-Benz with the specified amperage for the system in question and do not attempt to repair or bridg[...]

Fuses 376 X Closing: Hook cover 1 into the opening at the front. X Press cover 1 back on until it engages. ! The fuse box cover must be properly positioned as described to prevent moisture or dirt from entering the fuse box and possibly impairing fuse operation. Fuse box in trunk (sedan) Fuse box cover design may vary depending on vehicle equipment[...]

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Warranty coverage 378 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Parts service All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of Ge[...]

Identification labels 379 Loss of Service and Warranty Information booklet Should you lose your Service and Warranty Information booklet, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a replacement. It will be mailed to you. Identification labels 1 Certification label (on driver’s door B-pillar) The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can b[...]

Identification labels 380 i Data shown on certification label are for illustration purposes only. These data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustration. Refer to certification label on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle. 4 Cover 5 VIN X Move the front passenger seat backward as far as possible ( Y pa[...]

Engine 381 Engine Model E 320 BlueTEC (211.022) 24 E 300 4MATIC (211.092) 24,25 E 350 (211.056) 24,26 E 350 4MATIC (211.087, 211.287) 24 Engine 642 272 272 Mode of operation Diesel 4-stroke engine 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection No. of cylinders 6 6 6 Bore 3.27 in (83.00 mm) 3.46 in (88.00 mm) 3.66 in (92.90 [...]

Engine 382 Model E 320 BlueTEC (211.022) 24 E 300 4MATIC (211.092) 24,25 E 350 (211.056) 24,26 E 350 4MATIC (211.087, 211.287) 24 Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-4-3-6-2-5 1-4-3-6-2-5 Poly-V-belt 2 035 mm 2 404 mm 2 404 mm Technical data[...]

Engine 383 Model E 550 (211.072) 28,29 E 550 4MATIC (211.090) 28 E 63 AMG (211.077, 211.277 29 ) 28 Engine 273 156 Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection No. of cylinders 8 8 Bore 3.86 in (98.00 mm) 4.02 in (102.20 mm) Stroke 3.56 in (90.50 mm) 3.72 in (94.60 mm) Total piston displacement 333.3 cu [...]

Rims and tires 384 Rims and tires Notes ! Only use tires which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tires approved by Mercedes-Benz are developed to provide best possible performance in conjunction with the driving safety systems on your vehicle such as the ABS or the ESP ® . Tires specially developed for your vehicle and tested and app[...]

Rims and tires 385 Same size tires Sedan Model E 320 BlueTEC E 350 31 E 350 4MATIC 31 E 300 4MATIC 32 Rims (light alloy) 8 J x 16 H2 8.5 J x 17 H2 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1.42 in (36 mm) 1.5 in (38 mm) 1.5 in (38 mm) All season tires 33 225/55 R16 95H M+S 245/45 R17 95H M+S 245/40 R18 93V M+S Winter tires 33,34 225/55 R16 95H M+S . 245/45 R17 99[...]

Rims and tires 386 Model E 350 (AMG Sport Package) 35 E 550 35 E 63 AMG E 63 AMG (Performance Package) E 350 4MATIC 36 E 350 4MATIC (AMG Sport Package) 35 E 550 4MATIC AMG rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18 H2 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1.5 in (38 mm) 1.5 in (38 mm) All-season tires 37 — 245/40 R18 93V M+S Winter tires 37,38 245/40 R18 97V XL (Extra L[...]

Rims and tires 387 Wagon Model E 350 4MATIC E 63 AMG 39 Rims (light alloy) 8 J x 17 H2 — AMG rims (light alloy) — 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1.5 in (38 mm) 1.5 in (38 mm) All-season tires 40 245/45 R17 95H M+S — Winter tires 40,41 245/45 R17 99V XL (Extra Load) M+S . 245/40 R18 97V XL (Extra Load) M+S . 42 39 USA only. 40 Radial-ply tires. 41[...]

Rims and tires 388 Mixed size tires Model E 350 (AMG Sport Package) 43 E 550 43 E 63 AMG E 63 AMG (Performance Package) Front axle AMG rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18 H2 8.5 J x 18 H2 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1.5 in (38 mm) 1.5 in (38 mm) 1.5 in (38 mm) Summer tires 44 — 245/40 ZR18 245/40 ZR18 All-season tires 44 245/40 R18 93V M+S — — Rear [...]

Rims and tires 389 Spare wheel ! Compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim. If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator’s Manual, inflate the tire to the recommende[...]

Electrical system 390 Electrical system Model E 320 BlueTEC E 300 4MATIC 47 E 350 (all models) E 550 (all models) E 63 AMG Alternator 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 A Starter motor 12 V/2.0 kW 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/1.4 kW 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/2.1 kW Battery 12 V/100 Ah 12 V/100 Ah 12 V/100 Ah 12 V/100 Ah 12 V/95 Ah Spark plugs Type —[...]

Main dimensions 391 Main dimensions Model E 320 BlueTEC E 300 4MATIC 48 E 350 49 E 350 4MATIC Overall vehicle length Sedan 191.0 in (4 852 mm) 191.0 in (4 852 mm) 191.0 in (4 852 mm) 191.0 in (4 852 mm) Wagon — — — 192.3 in (4 884 mm) Overall vehicle width 81.2 in (2 063 mm) 81.2 in (2 063 mm) 81.2 in (2 063 mm) 81.2 in (2 063 mm) Overall veh[...]

Main dimensions 392 Model E 550 50 E 550 4MATIC E 63 AMG Overall vehicle length Sedan 191.0 in (4 852 mm) 191.0 in (4 852 mm) 192.2 in (4 881 mm) Wagon 50 — — 193.7 in (4 919 mm) Overall vehicle width 81.2 in (2 063 mm) 81.2 in (2 063 mm) 81.2 in (2 063 mm) Overall vehicle height Sedan 57.7 in (1 465 mm) 58.1 in (1 475 mm) 56.3 in (1 431 mm) Wa[...]

Weights 393 Weights Model All models Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg) Technical data Z[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 394 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercedes- Benz. For information on tested and approved products, contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). G Warning! [...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 395 Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Automatic transmission E 320 BlueTEC E 350 53 E 550 53 9.7 US qt (9.2 l) MB Automatic Transmission Fluid E 300 4MATIC 51 E 350 4MATIC E 550 4MATIC 8.6 US qt (8.1 l) E 63 AMG 54 9.3 US qt (8.8 l) Front axle E 300 4MATIC 51 E 350 4MATIC E 550 4MATIC 1.7 US qt (1.6 l[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 396 Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Transfer case E 300 4MATIC 51 E 350 4MATIC E 550 4MATIC 0.62 US qt (0.59 l) MB Transfer Case Fluid Power steering All models except E 63 AMG approx. 1.0 US qt (0.9 l) MB Power Steering Fluid (Chevron Texaco PSF 9109) E 63 AMG approx. 1.3 US qt (1.2 l) Brake system[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 397 Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Washer system 4.8 US qt (4.5 l) MB Windshield Washer Concentrate 55 ( Y page 402) Washer fluid mixing ratio ( Y page 402) Washer system and headlamp cleaning system 6.9 US qt (6.5 l) Approved engine oils Engine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 398 Viscosity grades for engine oils Using the chart below, select oil viscosity according to the lowest air temperature expected before the next oil change. Engine oil additives ! Do not blend oil additives with engine oil. They may damage the engine. Damage or malfunctions resulting from blending oil additives are[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 399 with premium unleaded gasoline as soon as possible. R Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt acceleration. R Do not exceed an engine speed of 3 000 rpm if the vehicle is loaded with a light load such as two persons and no luggage. R Do not exceed 2 / 3 of maximum accelerator pedal position if the vehicle is full[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 400 not meeting Mercedes-Benz approved fuel standards. Gasoline additives (gasoline engine) A major concern among engine manufacturers is carbon build-up caused by gasoline. Mercedes-Benz recommends only the use of quality gasoline containing additives that prevent the build-up of carbon deposits. After an extended [...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 401 anticorrosion/antifreeze (equivalent to freeze protection to approximately -35‡ [-37†]). If you use a solution that is more than 55% anticorrosion/antifreeze (freeze protection to approximately -49‡ [-45†]), the engine temperature will increase due to the lower heat transfer capability of the solution. T[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 402 Washer system and headlamp cleaning system G Warning! Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flammable. Do not spill washer solvent/ antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may ignite and burn. You could be seriously burned. X Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit”. X Mix with water for temperat[...]

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