Mercedes-Benz 2010 GLK350 manual

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    GLK Operator’s Manual X204_AKB; 3; 23, en-US d2ureepe, Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-07-16T19:16:58+02:00 - Seite 1[...]

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    Symbols Trademarks: R BabySmart TM is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp. R Bluetooth ® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc. R ESP ® is a registered trademark of Daimler. R HomeLink ® is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company. R Logic 7 ® is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Incorpor[...]

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

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    X204_AKB; 3; 23, en-US d2ureepe, Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-07-16T19:16:58+02:00 - Seite 2[...]

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    Index ....................................................... 4 Introduction ......................................... 19 At a glance ........................................... 25 Safety and security ............................. 35 Controls in detail ................................. 65 Operation ........................................... 211 Pr[...]

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    1, 2, 3 ... 115V AC Socket ................................. 198 4-ETS see ETS/4-ETS 4MATIC see All-wheel drive (4MATIC) 911 Emergency calls ........................ 161 A ABS (Antilock Brake System) Indicator lamp ................................ 289 Messages in the multifunction display ................................... 271, 272 Accessory weigh[...]

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    Automatic interior lighting control .... 92 Automatic locking when driving ...... 124 Automatic shift program .................. 106 Automatic transmission ................... 103 Automatic shift program ................ 106 Gear range indicator ...................... 106 Gear ranges ................................... 106 Gear selector lever .....[...]

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    Locking/unlocking from inside ........ 71 SmartKey ......................................... 66 Central locking/unlocking switch ..... 71 Certification label .............................. 328 Children in the vehicle Air bags ........................................... 37 BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system ....................................[...]

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    Resume function ............................ 170 Setting current speed .................... 169 Cup holders ........................................ 195 Curb weight ....................................... 239 Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ... 22 Customer Relations Department ....... 22 D Dashboard see Instr ument cluster Data recording .........[...]

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    Electronic Traction System see ETS/4-ETS Emergency, in case of First aid kit ..................................... 260 Flat tire .......................................... 312 Hazard warning flasher .................... 90 Roadside Assistance ................ 20, 203 Towing the vehicle ......................... 321 Emergency calls Tele Aid ........[...]

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    Front air bags see Ai r bags Front axle oil ...................................... 334 Front lamps see H eadlamps Front passenger front air bag ............ 40 Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 264 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp (Canada only) ..... 45, 297 Front passenger front air b[...]

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    NECK-PRO active front head restraints ......................................... 51 Rear seat head restraints ................. 80 Height adjustment Seat belt outlet ................................ 50 Seats ............................................... 78 High-beam flasher ............................... 90 High-beam headlamps ................ 90[...]

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    L Labels Certification ................................... 328 Emission control information ......... 329 Tire and Loading Information placard ........................................... 227 Tire inflation pressure .................... 220 Lamps, exterior Exterior lamp switch ........................ 87 Front .......................................[...]

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    Exterior rear view mirror parking position ............................................ 85 Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 84 Interior rear view mirror ................... 84 Memory function .............................. 86 Power-folding exterior rear view mirrors ............................................. 85 Vanity mirror .........[...]

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    Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp (Canada only) ........................................ 45, 297 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp (USA only) ........ 42, 298 Infant and child restraint systems .... 54 Introduction ..................................... 36 ISOFIX (Child seat anchors – LATCH-type) .....................[...]

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    Proximity key see Key, SmartKey PSI (air pressure unit) ....................... 240 R Radio .................................................. 136 Satellite radio ................................ 140 Selecting stations .......................... 115 Radio transmitters ............................ 249 Rain sensor see Int ermittent wi ping Rear axle [...]

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    Self-test BabySmart™ .................................... 46 OCS (Occupant Classification System) ........................................... 45 Tele Aid .......................................... 201 Service see Maintenance Service, parts .................................... 328 Service and warranty information ..... 19 Service intervals see Mai[...]

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    Gasoline additives .......................... 337 Identification labels ....................... 328 Premium unleaded gasoline ........... 336 Rims and tires ................................ 331 Spare wheel ................................... 333 Vehicle specification GLK 350 ....... 330 Vehicle specification GLK 350 4MATIC .........................[...]

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    Speed rating .......................... 236, 241 Storing ........................................... 233 Temperature .......................... 220, 234 Terminology ................................... 239 Tire Identification Number ............. 241 Tire pressure loss warning system . 222 TPMS low tire pressure/ malfunction telltale ...............[...]

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    Load limit ....................................... 228 Roof rack ....................................... 188 Split rear seat bench ..................... 189 Terminology ................................... 239 Vehicle maximum load on the tire ... 241 Vehicle specification GLK 350 ........................................ 330 GLK 350 4MATIC ..........[...]

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

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

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    Program brochure (in the USA) or the Roadside Assistance section of the Service and Warranty Information Booklet (in Canada) in your vehicle literature portfolio. Change of address or ownership If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or simply call the [...]

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    your seat belts at all times. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. 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,[...]

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    Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9 Reporting safety defects For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”. Reporting safety defects If you belie[...]

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    24 X204_AKB; 3; 23, en-US d2ureepe, Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-07-16T19:16:58+02:00 - Seite 24[...]

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    Exterior view ....................................... 26 Cockpit ................................................. 27 Instrument cluster .............................. 28 Multifunction steering wheel ............. 29 Center console .................................... 31 Overhead control panel ...................... 32 Driver’s door control panel[...]

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    Exterior view i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Function Page : Tailgate 71 Power tailgate 72 Locking and unlocking 66 Unlocking and opening manual[...]

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    Cockpit Function Page : Cruise control lever 168 ; Instrument cluster 28, 108 = Multifunction steering wheel 29, 110 ? Horn A Front Parktronic warning indicators 173 B Overhead control panel 32 C Glove box 192 D Glove box lock 192 E Center console 31 F Starter switch 76 G Steering wheel release handle (manual) 82 Function Page H Steering wheel adju[...]

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    Instrument cluster Function Page : Combination gauge with: Fuel gauge 8 Fuel tank reserve warning lamp 294 Coolant temperature gauge ? Coolant temperature warning lamp 295 Indicator/warning lamps: K High-beam headlamp indicator lamp 90 L Low-beam headlamp indicator lamp 88 ; Engine malfunction indicator lamp 295 $ Brake warning lamp, USA only 291 J[...]

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    Function Page D Outside temperature/ additional speedometer 110, 121 E Outside temperature 110, 121 F Program mode indicator 106 G Transmission position indicator/ gear range indicator 104, 106 H Digital clock Setting the time 121 I Instrument cluster illumination 109 Multifunction steering wheel Function Page : Multifunction display 112 ; Press bu[...]

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    Function Page ? Press button % briefly: to go to the next higher menu level 111 to confirm display message 111 to cancel the Voice Control System 2 Press and hold button % to select the standard display. 112 A Press button = or ; : 111 to call up line for menus to scroll to the left or right to select menus Press button 9 or : briefly: 111 to selec[...]

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    Center console Lower part Function Page : Ashtray 196 Cigarette lighter 197 ; Gear selector lever for automatic transmission 103 = Cup holder 195 ? Front armrest storage compartments 192 A Audio controller 129 COMAND controller (see separate operating instructions) B Program mode selector switch for automatic transmission 106 Upper part Function Pa[...]

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    Function Page D Dual-zone automatic climate control 177 Rear window defroster 184 E Seat heating, driver’s side 81 Overhead control panel Function Page : Rear interior lighting on/off 92 ; Interior lighting control 92 = Right reading lamp on/off 92 ? Roof panel switch 185 A Information button (Tele Aid system) 203 B SOS button (Tele Aid system) 2[...]

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    Function Page G Roadside Assistance button (Tele Aid system) 203 H Left reading lamp on/off 92 I Front interior lighting on/ off 92 Driver’s door control panel and seat adjustment Function Page : Inside door handle 70 ; Central unlocking switch 71 = Seat adjustment 79 ? Memory function for storing seat, exterior mirror, and steering wheel setting[...]

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    Function Page D Remote tailgate opening/ closing switch 74 E Central locking switch 71 Seat adjustment, vehicles without memory function Function Page = Seat adjustment 79 34 Driver’s door control panel and seat adjustment At a glance X204_AKB; 3; 23, en-US d2ureepe, Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-07-16T19:16:58+02:00 - Seite 34[...]

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    Vehicle equipment .............................. 36 Occupant safety .................................. 36 Panic alarm .......................................... 59 Driving safety systems ....................... 59 Anti-theft systems .............................. 63 35 Safety and security X204_AKB; 3; 23, en-US d2ureepe, Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-07-1[...]

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

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

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

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    bags repaired. This will help to make sure the air bags will continue to provide supplemental crash protection for occupants. Safety guidelines for the seat belt, Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD) and air bag G Warning! R Damaged seat belts or seat belts that have been subjected to stress in an accident must be replaced. Their anchoring points must[...]

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    Front air bags G Observe Safety notes, see page 37. Driver’s front air bag : and front passenger front air bag ; are designed to provide increased protection for the driver and front passenger against the risk of injuries to the head and thorax. Driver and front passenger front air bags are deployed R in the event of certain frontal impacts R if [...]

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    qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Side impact air bags : are designed to provide increased protection for the thorax but not the head, neck and arms of the driver or front passenger. The side impact air bags : are deployed R on the impacted side of the vehicle R in instances with a high rate of lateral vehicle decel[...]

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    R regardless of whether the seat belt on the impacted side of the vehicle is in use R in certain vehicle rollovers, if the system determines that air bag deployment can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt Window curtain air bags : are not deployed in impacts which do not exceed the system’s deployment threshold. Window c[...]

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    illuminated or go out. With the 45 indicator lamp illuminated, the front passenger front air bag is deactivated. With the 45 indicator lamp out, the front passenger front air bag is activated. When the OCS senses that the front passenger seat occupant is classified as an adult or someone larger than a small individual, the 45 indicator lamp will il[...]

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    illuminate or go out while the restraint is installed, please check installation. Periodically check the 45 indicator lamp while driving to make sure the 45 indicator lamp is illuminated. If the 45 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-facin[...]

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    approximate the occupant’s weight category. R Read and observe all warnings in this chapter. OCS Self-test After turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 or pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once or twice, the 45 indicator lamp illuminates. If an adult occupant is properly sitting on the front passenger seat and the s[...]

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    injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates in a collision which could occur under some circumstances, even with the air bag technology installed in your vehicle. The only means to completely eliminate this risk is to never place a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. We therefore strongly recommend tha[...]

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    KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once or twice, the 45 indicator lamp comes on for approximately 6 seconds and then goes out. If the 45 indicator lamp should not come on or is continuously lit, the system is not functioning. You must see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before seating any child on the front passenger seat. More information can be fou[...]

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

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

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    X Push latch plate ; into buckle = until it clicks. X If necessary, adjust the seat belt to the correct height ( Y page 50). X If necessary, tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up. All lap/shoulder belts except the driver’s seat belt have special seat belt retractors to secure child restraints properly. For more info[...]

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    If after these 6 seconds the driver’s or the front passenger’s seat belt (with the front passenger seat occupied) is not fastened with front doors closed, R the seat belt telltale 7 remains illuminated for as long as either the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt is not fastened. R and if the vehicle speed once exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h),[...]

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    restraints on the front seats are designed to move forward in the direction of travel. They thus provide the head with increased support earlier on in the collision sequence. The NECK-PRO active front head restraints will move forward whether the seats are occupied or not. G Warning! Do not attach any objects (e.g. hangers) to the head restraint po[...]

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    Steering wheel G Observe Safety notes, see page 82. X Position steering wheel : properly. See ( Y page 82) for manual adjustment and ( Y page 82) for electrical adjustment. Make sure: R You can reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent at the elbows. R You can move your legs freely. R All displays (including malfunction and indicator la[...]

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

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    The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. territories and all Canadian provinces. Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system. They must be properly secured in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions for the child restrai[...]

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    R If you must install a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat because circumstances require you to do so, make sure the 45 indicator lamp is illuminated, indicating that the front passenger front air bag is deactivated. Should the 45 indicator lamp not illuminate or go out while the restraint is installed, please check installatio[...]

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    X Move the respective head restraint : to its uppermost position ( Y page 80). X Release the rear seat backrest ( Y page 189). X Fold the rear seat backrest slightly forward. X Guide top tether strap A between head restraint : and top of the seat backrest. X Securely fasten hook ? , which is part of top tether strap A , to anchorage ring = . Make s[...]

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    Information sign : indicates the position of anchor ; . X Install a LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat according to the manufacturer’s instructions. A rigid connection between the child seat and the body of the vehicle is established. X Make sure that the seat belt for the rear center seat can operate freely with a child seat installed. Child safety [...]

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    The rear door windows can no longer be operated using the respective switch located in the rear doors. You can still operate the rear door windows using the switches located on the door control panel of the driver’s door. X Deactivating: Press override switch : again. The rear door windows can be operated again using the respective switch located[...]

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    achieved with winter tires, or snow chains as required. Safety notes G Warning! The following factors increase the risk of accidents: R Excessive speed, especially in turns R Wet and slippery road surfaces R Following another vehicle too closely The driving safety systems described in this section cannot reduce these risks or prevent the natural la[...]

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    of the braking effort in straight-line braking without a loss of vehicle stability. G Warning! If the EBP malfunctions, the brake system will still function with full brake boost. However, the rear wheels could lock up during emergency braking situations, for example. You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. Adapt your driving s[...]

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    as specified in the “Technical data” section of this Operator’s Manual. i The cruise control switches off automatically when the ESP ® engages. Electronic Traction System (ETS/4-ETS) G Observe Safety notes, see page 60. The ETS (Electronic Traction System) and 4-ETS (four-wheel Electronic Traction System, vehicles with 4MATIC only) are compo[...]

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    Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and to the non-operating status of the ESP ® . ! Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP ® switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Switching on the ESP ® X Press ESP ® switc[...]

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    To cancel the alarm after it has been triggered, see “Canceling the alarm” ( Y page 64). i If the alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds, the Tele Aid system initiates a call to the Customer Assistance Center automatically. The Tele Aid system will initiate the call provided that R you have subscribed to the Tele Aid service R the Tele Aid ser[...]

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    Vehicle equipment .............................. 66 Locking and unlocking ....................... 66 Starter switch positions ..................... 76 Seats .................................................... 78 Multifunction steering wheel ............. 82 Mirrors ................................................. 83 Memory function ..............[...]

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

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    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, including interferenc[...]

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

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

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

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    turning at a vehicle speed of above 9 mph (15 km/h). You could therefore lock yourself out when the vehicle is pushed or towed or is on a test stand. X Switching off: Press and hold central unlocking switch : until an acoustic signal sounds. X Switching on: Press and hold central locking switch ; until an acoustic signal sounds. i If you press and [...]

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    A minimum height clearance of 6.90 ft (2.10 m) is required to open the tailgate. Opening the tailgate from the outside X Pull on handle : . In vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: The vehicle must be unlocked. X Pull tailgate upwards to open. Closing the tailgate from the outside G Observe Safety notes, see page 53. G Warning! To prevent possible personal [...]

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    R No SmartKey is inserted in the starter switch. R KEYLESS-GO: The vehicle’s on-board electronics must have status 0 ( Y page 76). Opening the tailgate from the outside You can unlock and open the tailgate simultaneously from the outside when the vehicle is stationary. X Press and hold button F on the SmartKey until the tailgate unlocks and begin[...]

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    R Press or pull the remote tailgate opening/ closing switch on the driver’s door. R Press the tailgate closing switch. R Press the KEYLESS-GO locking/closing switch. R Pull outside handle on the tailgate. R When no SmartKey is inserted in the starter switch (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Make sure the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0 ):[...]

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    X Pull remote tailgate opening/closing switch : until the tailgate begins to open. An acoustic warning sounds when the tailgate begins to open. Closing G Observe Safety notes, see page 53. G Warning! Maintain sight of the area around the rear of the vehicle while operating the tailgate with the door-mounted remote tailgate switch. Monitor the closi[...]

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    Starter switch positions SmartKey G Observe Safety notes, see page 53. Starter switch g For removing SmartKey (gear selector lever must be in park position P ) 1 Power supply for some electrical consumers, e.g. wipers 2 Ignition (power supply for all electrical consumers) and driving position 3 Starting position When you switch on the ignition, all[...]

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    the SmartKey is in the vehicle, the vehicle’s electrical systems can be switched on or the engine can be started using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. : KEYLESS-GO start/stop button ; Starter switch X Insert the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button into the starter switch (if not inserted already). i Allow for 2 seconds until the system has detected th[...]

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    Seats Safety notes G Warning! In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle control the following must be done before the vehicle is put into motion: R seat adjustment R head restraint adjustment R steering wheel adjustment R rear view mirror adjustment R fastening of seat belts G Warning! Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. Adjusting the[...]

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    Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident. Seat adjustment ! When moving the seats, make sure there are no items in the footwell or behind the seats. Otherwise, you could damage the seats and/or the items. Power seats The seat adjustment switch is located on th[...]

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    X Raising: Adjust the height of the head restraint by pulling it upward. X Lowering: Press release button : and push down on the head restraint. Head restraint fore and aft adjustment X Push or pull on the lower edge of the head restraint cushion to the desired position. Lumbar support You can adjust the contour of the front seat’s lumbar support[...]

  • Page 83

    of the head at eye level. This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation. With a rear seat occupied, make sure to move the respective head restraint up from the lowest non-use position and have the occupant adjust the head restraint properly. Do not drive the vehicle without the seat [...]

  • Page 84

    The seat heating switches from level 3 (high) to level 2 after approximately 5 minutes. The seat heating switches from level 2 to level 1 (low) after approximately 10 minutes. After approximately 20 minutes in level 1 , the seat heating switches off automatically. X Switch on the ignition. X Switching on: Press seat heating switch : . Three red ind[...]

  • Page 85

    X Adjusting steering wheel up or down: Move stalk in direction of arrows : . X Adjusting steering wheel in or out: Move stalk in direction of arrows ; . i The memory function ( Y page 86) lets you store the settings for the steering wheel together with the settings for the seat position and the exterior rear view mirrors. Easy-entry/exit feature Th[...]

  • Page 86

    Interior rear view mirror X Adjust the interior rear view mirror manually. Interior rear view mirror, antiglare position X Tilt the mirror to the antiglare position by moving lever : towards the windshield. The interior rear view mirror is dimmed. Exterior rear view mirrors G Warning! Exercise care when using the passenger-side exterior rear view m[...]

  • Page 87

    react, for example, when transporting cargo which covers the rear window. Light hitting the mirror(s) at certain angles (incident light) could blind you. As a result, you may not be able to observe traffic conditions and could cause an accident. Exterior rear view mirror parking position To assist during parking maneuvers, you can set the passenger[...]

  • Page 88

    ! Before you drive the vehicle through an automatic car wash, fold in the exterior rear view mirrors. Otherwise they may get damaged. Folding in and out automatically The function must be activated in the Convenience submenu ( Y page 124). The exterior rear view mirrors fold in automatically as soon as the vehicle is locked from the outside. The ex[...]

  • Page 89

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

  • Page 90

    When the parking lamps or the rear fog lamp are switched on and you remove the SmartKey from the starter switch and open the driver’s door, an acoustic signal sounds. In addition the message Switch Off Lights appears in the multifunction display. Switch off the parking lamps or the rear fog lamp manually. ! Failure to switch off the parking lamps[...]

  • Page 91

    In the USA, the daytime running lamp mode is deactivated by default. X Activate the daytime running lamp mode using the control system, see “Switching daytime running lamp mode on or off (USA only)” ( Y page 122). X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position $ or c . When the engine is running, the low-beam headlamps come on. In low ambient ligh[...]

  • Page 92

    Locator lighting The locator lighting is described in the “Control system” section, see “Switching locator lighting on or off” ( Y page 122). Combination switch Turn signals X Press the combination switch in direction of arrow ; or ? . The corresponding turn signal indicator lamp ! or # in the instrument cluster flashes. The combination swi[...]

  • Page 93

    Headlamp cleaning system The headlamps will be cleaned with a high- pressure water jet automatically when the engine is running and you have R switched on the headlamps and R the windshield wipers have wiped the windshield with washer fluid for the first time The headlamps are cleaned every tenth time the windshield is washed with washer fluid. The[...]

  • Page 94

    Interior lighting in the front : v Rear interior lighting on/off ; ~ Automatic control on/off = p Right front reading lamp on/off ? c Front interior lighting on/off A p Left front reading lamp on/off B Front reading lamps C Front interior lighting Automatic control X Activating: Press button ~ . Button ~ disengages and sits flush with the other but[...]

  • Page 95

    : p Right rear reading lamp on/off ; p Left rear reading lamp on/off 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[...]

  • Page 96

    ! Vehicles with rain sensor: If you have set intermittent wiping, dirt on the surface of the rain sensor or optical effects may cause the windshield wipers to wipe in an undesired fashion. This could then damage the windshield wiper blades or scratch the windshield. You should therefore switch off the windshield wipers when weather conditions are d[...]

  • Page 97

    Problems with wipers ! If anything blocks the wipers (leaves, snow, etc.), switch them off immediately. For safety reasons, do the following before attempting to remove any blockage: R Stop the vehicle in a safe location. R Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. or R Turn off the engine by pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button and open th[...]

  • Page 98

    and “Convenience closing feature” ( Y page 97). i After switching off the ignition or removing the SmartKey from the starter switch, you can operate the door windows until you open the driver’s or front passenger door. If no door was opened you can operate the door windows for up to 5 minutes. X Switch on the ignition. X Opening/closing: Pres[...]

  • Page 99

    Summer opening feature When the weather is warm, you can ventilate the vehicle before driving off by simultaneously R opening the door windows R opening the panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel and roller sunblinds The summer opening feature can only be activated via the remote control of the SmartKey. The SmartKey must be in close proximit[...]

  • Page 100

    X Vehicles with panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel: Press and hold button & on the SmartKey once more. The roller sunblinds extend. X Release button & on the SmartKey to interrupt the extending procedure. With KEYLESS-GO The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be located outside the vehicle within approximately 3 ft (1 m) of a door. X Cl[...]

  • Page 101

    Automatic transmission Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission j Park position with gear selector lever lock k Reverse gear i Neutral position h Drive position For more information, see “Automatic transmission” ( Y page 103). X Make sure the automatic transmission is in park position P . With SmartKey X Do not depress the accelerator pedal[...]

  • Page 102

    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 Remove the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button fr[...]

  • Page 103

    idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal. ! Only shift the automatic transmission into reverse[...]

  • Page 104

    Vehicle movement can cause serious personal injury or damage to the vehicle or the vehicle drivetrain. Therefore, always do the following before turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle: R Keep right foot on the brake pedal. R Engage the parking brake. R Manual transmission: Shift the manual transmission into 1st gear or reverse gear R . R Au[...]

  • Page 105

    With SmartKey X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 . X Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. The SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the automatic transmission in park position P . With KEYLESS-GO X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. With the driver’s door closed, the starter switch is now in p[...]

  • Page 106

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

  • Page 107

    Effect B Park position Shift the automatic transmission into park position P only when the vehicle is stopped. The park position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked. Rather, the driver should always engage the parking brake in addition to shifting the automatic transmission into park position P to secure the vehicle. The [...]

  • Page 108

    Working on the vehicle G Warning! When working on the vehicle, engage the parking brake and shift the automatic transmission into park position P . Otherwise the vehicle could roll away which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. Towing a trailer X When you tow a trailer, shift into a lower gear range manually if the automatic[...]

  • Page 109

    The current program mode appears in the multifunction display. : Program mode indicator You should only change the program mode when the automatic transmission is in park position P . Automatic program mode S will not be stored. When the engine is turned off with the automatic program mode S selected, the automatic transmission will go to the autom[...]

  • Page 110

    range indicator disappears from the multifunction display. The automatic transmission will shift from the current gear range directly into drive position D . Shifting into optimal gear range X Press and hold the gear selector lever to the left in the D- direction. The automatic transmission will select the gear range suited for optimal acceleration[...]

  • Page 111

    If you must continue to drive, do so with added caution. Contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center as soon as possible. The language setting for the multifunction display can be changed with the audio system ( Y page 136) or with the COMAND system. Vehicles with COMAND system: Refer to separate operating instructions. Activating the instrument cl[...]

  • Page 112

    Outside temperature indicator The outside temperature indicator is displayed in the multifunction display ( Y page 112). G Warning! The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an ice-warning device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose. Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surf[...]

  • Page 113

    Press button W X to set the volume = Press button ? to activate the Voice Control System 8 ? Press button briefly % to cancel the Voice Control System 8 to go back to confirm messages Press and hold button % to select the standard display A Press button ; = to call up line for menus and to select menus Press button briefly 9 : to select submenu or [...]

  • Page 114

    X To go to the next higher menu level: Press button % . X To select the standard display: Press button % repeatedly until the standard display featuring the odometer and speedometer appears. or X Press and hold button % until the standard display featuring the trip odometer and the main odometer appears. X To confirm selection: Press button a . X T[...]

  • Page 115

    Menus and submenus Function : Trip menu ( Y page 113) ; Navi menu ( Y page 115) = Audio menu ( Y page 115) ? Tel menu ( Y page 117) A Service menu ( Y page 118) B Settings menu ( Y page 119) Trip menu In the Trip menu, you can show an additional display for the speedometer and call up or reset your vehicle’s statistical data. The following inform[...]

  • Page 116

    or X Press and hold button % until the standard display appears. Fuel consumption statistics since start X Press button = or ; to select the Trip menu. X Press button : or 9 to select From Start . : Distance driven since start ; Time elapsed since start = Average speed since start ? Average fuel consumption since start All statistics stored since t[...]

  • Page 117

    : Current fuel consumption ; Estimated remaining driving range Digital speedometer X Press button = or ; to select the Trip menu. X Press button : or 9 to select the digital speedometer. Navi menu The Navi menu contains the functions needed to operate your navigation system. X Press button = or ; to select the Navi menu. The message shown in the mu[...]

  • Page 118

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

  • Page 119

    Tel 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- free device and only use th[...]

  • Page 120

    If you press and hold button : or 9 the system scrolls rapidly through the list of names (quick search). After holding button : or 9 for a short while the scrolling speed increases. Release the button to stop the quick search. The search stops automatically at the end of the list. Example illustration : Selected name from the phone book X If the Sy[...]

  • Page 121

    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 button = or ; to sel[...]

  • Page 122

    X Press button : or 9 to select a submenu. Scroll down with button : , scroll up with button 9 . With the selection marker on the desired submenu, use the button a to access the individual functions within that submenu. Once within the submenu, you can use button 9 to move to the next function or button : to move to the previous function within tha[...]

  • Page 123

    Permanent display You can use the Permanent Display: function to choose to display either the outside temperature or the speed in kilometers (USA) or miles (Canada) permanently. X Press button = or ; to select the Settings menu. X Press button : or 9 to select the Instr. Cluster submenu. X Press button a . X Press button : or 9 to select the Perman[...]

  • Page 124

    X Press button a . The current date appears in the multifunction display. X To set a new date press button a again. X Press button = or ; to select the setting you wish to change: month, day or year. X Press button : or 9 to change the setting which is highlighted. X Press button a to store the entry. Lights submenu Access the Lights submenu via th[...]

  • Page 125

    R the exterior lamps will come on during darkness when the vehicle is unlocked with the SmartKey. The lamps will go out when the driver’s door is opened. If you do not open the driver’s door after unlocking the vehicle with the SmartKey, the lamps will go out automatically after approximately 40 seconds. R the exterior lamps will remain on for [...]

  • Page 126

    Switching automatic central locking on or off Use this function to switch the automatic central locking on or off. With the automatic central locking activated, the vehicle is locked centrally at a vehicle speed of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h). X Press button = or ; to select the Settings menu. X Press button : or 9 to select the Vehicle submenu. [...]

  • Page 127

    not fold out when you switch on the ignition. You will then have to fold out the exterior rear view mirrors using the button on the door control panel ( Y page 85). Make sure both exterior rear view mirrors are folded out completely before driving off. X Press button = or ; to select the Settings menu. X Press button : or 9 to select the Convenienc[...]

  • Page 128

    Item = Clear button ( Y page 130) ? Audio controller ( Y page 129) A Back button ( Y page 129) Operating safety G Warning! Any alterations made to electronic components can cause malfunctions. The radio, amplifier, CD changer, satellite radio, and telephone are interconnected. When one of the components is not operational or has not been removed/ r[...]

  • Page 129

    Audio control unit overview Item : Switching to radio mode ( Y page 137) Calling up wave bands ( Y page 137) Switching on Sat mode ( Y page 142) ; Switching to CD audio or MP3 mode ( Y page 146) = Disc slot ? Load/eject button ( Y page 149) A Clear button for deleting digits or entire entries ( Y page 166) Entering a passcode ( Y page 159) Entering[...]

  • Page 130

    F Tuning to a station via station search ( Y page 138) Fast rewind ( Y page 153) Skipping backwards to a track ( Y page 153) G Confirming a passcode ( Y page 159) Accepting a call ( Y page 167) Initiating a call ( Y page 165) Redial ( Y page 166) H Rejecting a call ( Y page 167) Ending an active call ( Y page 167) I Opening system settings menu ( Y[...]

  • Page 131

    multifunction steering wheel buttons as they relate to audio functions described in this section. Audio controller The menu functions are selected on the audio display using audio controller : . For this purpose, a selected item is highlighted. In this way, you can open menus or lists, move within menus or lists, and quit menus or lists. Operating [...]

  • Page 132

    X Switching to the next highest menu: Press button k briefly. The audio system switches to the next highest menu level within the currently active mode. i You can also exit a menu or list by sliding the audio controller X V Y or Z V Æ . X Switching to the main menu: Press and hold button k . The audio system switches to the basic menu of the curre[...]

  • Page 133

    X Moving to the menu bar: Slide V Æ . Horizontal menus X Moving through the menu bar: Slide X V Y or rotate c V d . The currently selected item is highlighted. X Confirming the selected menu item: Press W . X Exiting the menu bar without confirming a selection: Slide Z V in the opposite direction of the list orientation. or X Press button k . Vert[...]

  • Page 134

    i It is not possible to enter a frequency in the respective wave band which is outside the frequency range. Frequencies within the current frequency range, but outside the current frequency step width are rounded to the next lower allowed frequency. X Enter 1045 with the keypad on the audio control unit. The audio system tunes in to the frequency e[...]

  • Page 135

    Adjusting volume X Adjusting: Turn rotary control : . The volume will increase or decrease depending on the direction turned. Adjusting volume for telephone calls In hands-free mode, you can adjust the volume of a telephone call while the call is currently active. During a telephone call: X Turn rotary control : . The volume will increase or decrea[...]

  • Page 136

    Adjusting balance and fader X Changing setting: Slide Æ V Z or X V Y until desired balance/fader setting is achieved. X Exiting menu: Press W or button k . The balance/fader setting is stored for all audio sources. Surround sound If your vehicle is equipped with the harman/ kardon Logic 7 ® Surround Sound system, you can choose between Logic7 ® [...]

  • Page 137

    deviate from conventional stereo playback. SYS menu System settings menu overview Menu System Display ( Y page 135) Brightness Day Mode Night Mode Automatic Language ( Y page 136) Activate Bluetooth ® ( Y page 135) Reset ( Y page 135) Display off ( Y page 136) Display settings You can adapt the brightness of the audio display to the prevailing lig[...]

  • Page 138

    X i Q System Q Reset . A prompt appears asking whether you really want to reset. X Select Yes or No . If you select Yes another prompt will appear asking whether you really want to reset. X Select Yes or No . If you select Yes , the audio system will be reset and restarted. Setting the system language X i Q System Q Language . The language list app[...]

  • Page 139

    Menu Function Presets (except Weather Band) Autostore (except satellite radio) List of stored stations Info Information menu (if available) Channel (only Weather Band) List of channels Sound Treble Bass Balance/Fader Surround Sound Switching to radio mode X Press button $ on audio control unit. The radio basic menu appears in the audio display. The[...]

  • Page 140

    The wave band currently selected appears in the main area of the audio display. The last selected station in the selected wave band is heard. Selecting a station/channel The following functions are available: R Station search function R Channel list (Weather Band/satellite radio) R Station memory (except Weather Band) R Manual frequency entry (exce[...]

  • Page 141

    or X Press button l on the keypad in audio control unit briefly. The Enter Frequency submenu appears. X Entering frequency with keypad: Enter desired frequency with buttons k to x on the keypad in audio control unit. The audio system tunes in to the frequency entered. i It is not possible to enter a frequency in the respective wave band which is ou[...]

  • Page 142

    Autostore – automatic station memory i This function is not available for Weather Band/satellite radio. The autostore function automatically assigns receivable stations to the memory. The stations are sorted according to reception quality at the moment of performing the autostore. The stations which were stored in the station memory manually are [...]

  • Page 143

    Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details and availability for your vehicle. SIRIUS XM Satellite Radio provides over 130 channels of digital-quality radio, including 100 % commercial-free music, sports, news and entertainment. SIRIUS XM Satellite Radio uses a fleet of high-power satellites to broadcast 24 hours per day, coast to coast,[...]

  • Page 144

    i Activating the satellite radio service might not be available in certain places (e.g. in tunnels, parking garages, under leafy trees, or within or next to buildings). If a subscription is not included with system purchase, credit card information is required to activate your account. The activation process takes approximately 5 to 10 minutes afte[...]

  • Page 145

    Selecting program category i The channels are categorized. Categories allow you to tune to stations broadcasting a certain type of program. Satellite radio channels are split up into categories such as News, Sports, Rock, or Country, if available. The category list is sorted alphabetically. X Calling up category list: $ (repeatedly, if necessary) Q[...]

  • Page 146

    Channel number is invalid: The message Invalid Channel appears in the audio display. X The message disappears automatically or press W to close the message. Channel number is valid, but channel is not included in subscription: The message Call SIRIUS to activate: appears ( Y page 141). X Press W to close the message in the audio display. Tuning in [...]

  • Page 147

    X Selecting a preset position: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d . X Storing a preset position: Press and hold W until you hear a signal. The channel is stored. or X Press and hold desired channel button k to x on keypad, until a brief signal tone sounds. The channel is stored. Displaying information X $ (repeatedly, if necessary) Q Info (if available).[...]

  • Page 148

    CD and MP3 mode Submenu overview Menu Submenu CD or MP3 Normal Track Sequence Random Tracks Random Folders (MP3 mode only) AUX Track list (Audio CD) or Folder (MP3) Select track (CD mode only) Select folder and/or tracks (MP3 mode only) Changer (with CD-changer only) Select medium Eject all Fill empty slots Sound Treble Bass Balance/Fader Surround [...]

  • Page 149

    ! Do not affix stickers or labels to the CDs, they can become warped due to the heat that develops in the CD drive or CD changer. In certain situations, the CDs can then no longer be ejected and cause damage to the drive. Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Your CD drive or CD changer has been designed to play CDs wh[...]

  • Page 150

    File structure on a disc When you create an MP3/WMA disc, the MP3/WMA tracks can be organized in folders. A folder can also contain other folders. A disc can contain a maximum of 255 folders. A folder can contain a maximum of 255 tracks and 255 subfolders. A data medium may contain a maximum of 500 tracks. The directory depth may not exceed a maxim[...]

  • Page 151

    R WMA Pro R 5.1 Surround Notes on copyright The music tracks that you create and play back in the MP3 and WMA format are generally subject to copyright protection in accordance with the applicable international and national regulations. In many countries, reproductions are not permitted without the prior consent of the copyright holder, not even fo[...]

  • Page 152

    i If the audio CD is printed on one side, this side must face upwards when loaded. If neither side is printed, the side to be played must face downwards. If a CD has been inserted incorrectly or cannot be read, Disc Unreadable appears in the display. X Loading a CD: Insert CD into CD slot : . The system automatically pulls the CD into the CD slot :[...]

  • Page 153

    X Press button h , or load/eject button ; ( Y page 149) on the audio control unit to finish the loading process. The CD changer plays the disc if it has been inserted correctly and is permissible. X Interrupting loading procedure: Press load/eject button ; again. or X Press button k in the center console ( Y page 129). X Filling an empty magazine c[...]

  • Page 154

    X Press desired button k to p in the keypad to select a magazine compartment. or X Slide X V Y or rotate c V d the audio controller to select the desired CD. X Press W to confirm. The CD is ejected. X Remove the CD from CD slot : . If you do not remove the CD from the CD slot, the CD changer will automatically pull the CD back in after a short whil[...]

  • Page 155

    Example display in audio CD mode : Track number ; Track name (only if saved on the disc) = Elapsed track time ? Disc name (only if saved on the disc) A Disc number (CD changer only) B Disc type Example display in MP3 mode : Track number ; File name = Elapsed track time ? Current playback option (visible if activated) A Folder name (only if saved on[...]

  • Page 156

    X h Q Folder . or X Press W when the main area is selected. The track list of the current folder appears. X Move to the superordinate folder: Select the U symbol. The display now shows the next higher folder level. X Selecting a folder: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d the audio controller, to select the desired folder. X Press W to confirm. You will s[...]

  • Page 157

    vehicle may be much louder. You may need to disable these system messages or adjust the volume of these messages manually. X Selecting audio AUX mode: Press button h repeatedly until the main menu for AUX operation appears. or X In CD mode: Select CD / MP3 Q Aux . The audio AUX menu appears. The medium in the external audio source is heard, provide[...]

  • Page 158

    i The functions and services available to you while using the mobile phone depend on your service provider and the type of mobile phone you are using. Also see separate operating manual of your mobile phone for instructions on how to use your mobile phone. When the mobile phone is connected via the Bluetooth ® interface to the audio system, you ca[...]

  • Page 159

    system. Please make sure any other Bluetooth ® device linked with the mobile phone is switched off before you use the telephone functions with the audio system. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The head unit internal Bluetooth ® tran[...]

  • Page 160

    X Activate Bluetooth ® connection on the mobile phone (see mobile phone operating instructions). X Press button % on the audio control unit to call up the telephone mode. i On certain mobile phones, not only you will have to activate the Bluetooth ® function but in addition, your own device must be made "visible" for other devices. Each[...]

  • Page 161

    i The passcode is any one- to sixteen-digit number, which you can set yourself. For the quality of coding of the connection it is recommend to use a passcode of at least four digits. You must enter the same passcode into the audio system and the device to be authorized. Also refer to the operating instructions of the mobile phone. On the audio syst[...]

  • Page 162

    X Select Options Q Details . The details screen for the device is shown in the audio display. X Closing details screen: Slide X V Y , rotate c V d or press W , or press button k . De-authorizing a Bluetooth ® device X % Q Tel Q Bluetooth Phones . X Select authorized device. X Select Options Q De-Authorize . A prompt appears asking whether you real[...]

  • Page 163

    R READY indicates that a call is possible. R NO SERVICE indicates that the mobile network is not available. Setting transmit and receive volume i These settings should normally not be changed as the factory settings are matched to most mobile phones. Find out about the optimum settings for your mobile phone at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i [...]

  • Page 164

    Placing a “911” emergency call with the mobile phone locked i If the mobile phone is locked, you only can make an emergency call on the mobile phone itself, without the use of the audio control unit. Phone book You can save telephone numbers in the audio system’s phone book. i These entries are retained even if you use the audio system with a[...]

  • Page 165

    X Switching from the search speller to the list: Slide Z V repeatedly. or X Select ¬ . X Switching from the list to the search speller: Press button k . Selecting an entry Selecting via search speller X If necessary, switch from the list to the search speller. X Switching search speller character set: Select C . Depending on the previous setting, [...]

  • Page 166

    Selecting subentries X Select an entry with the symbol G from the list and press W . Symbol G changes to I and the subentries appear. : Phone book entry with subentries X Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d the audio controller until the desired subentry is highlighted. X Press W to confirm and a call will be initiated. Depending on the mobile phone and t[...]

  • Page 167

    mobile phone and only use the audio system’s hands-free device, these calls will not be listed. Calling up the list X % Q Call Lists . X Select Calls Received or Calls Dialed . The appropriate list appears. i If there is a symbol with a telephone receiver in front of the phone number or the name, then you have missed this call (e.g. in the highli[...]

  • Page 168

    X Deleting an entire entry: Press and hold button 2 until the entire entry has been deleted. or X Press button ~ . Entering phone number via the audio controller In addition to the actual menu bar, the telephone main menu features a second bar containing numbers, the number menu. When the bar is active (highlighted), you can select elements. X Ente[...]

  • Page 169

    Aborting dial or ending a call X % Q ¢ and press W . or X Press button ~ on the audio control unit or on the multifunction steering wheel. Rejecting or accepting calls You will be notified of an incoming call by the ringing tone and a message on the display. i Depending on the mobile phone you are using, the audio system’s ringing tone may diffe[...]

  • Page 170

    Sending DTMF tones i This function is not possible with all mobile phones. Answering machines or other devices can be controlled via DTMF tones, e.g. for remote query functions. X Transmitting individual characters: During a call select the required characters. or X Press the corresponding button on the audio control unit. Every selected character [...]

  • Page 171

    changes in tire traction can result in wheel spin and loss of control. R Deactivate the cruise control when driving in fog. The “Resume” function should only be operated if the driver is fully aware of the previously set speed and wishes to resume this particular preset speed. G Warning! The cruise control brakes automatically so that the set s[...]

  • Page 172

    The cruise control speed segments in the multifunction display goes out and an 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 spee[...]

  • Page 173

    X Briefly pull the cruise control lever in direction of arrow ? . If no speed is stored, the current speed is set and stored. X Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The last stored speed is deleted from memory when the engine is turned off. Hill-start assist system On uphill grades, the hill-start assist system maintains the pressure in the[...]

  • Page 174

    Parktronic system (Parking Assist) The Parktronic system is an electronic parking aid with ultrasonic sensors designed to assist the driver during parking maneuvers. The Parktronic system indicates the relative distance between the vehicle and an obstacle visually and audibly. The Parktronic system is activated automatically when R you switch on th[...]

  • Page 175

    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 segments illuminate and you hear a warning s[...]

  • Page 176

    R Front area: An intermittent acoustic warning will sound as the first red distance segment illuminates and a constant acoustic warning lasting a maximum of 2 seconds will sound for the second red distance segment. The signal is canceled when the automatic transmission is shifted into park position P or the parking brake is engaged. R Rear area: An[...]

  • Page 177

    In addition, the rear view camera contains guidelines to help you with driving in reverse. G Warning! Make sure no persons or animals are in or near the area in which you are parking/ maneuvering. Otherwise, they could be injured. G Warning! The rear view camera is only an aid and may display obstacles R from a distorted perspective R inaccurately [...]

  • Page 178

    Switching on or off X Switching on: Switch on the ignition. X Make sure the rear view camera is switched on in the COMAND system. For more information refer to separate COMAND operating instructions. X Switch on the COMAND system. X Shift the automatic transmission to reverse gear R . The COMAND system display will show the area behind the vehicle [...]

  • Page 179

    Climate control system Control panel Dual-zone automatic climate control Function Recommendation/Notes : Temperature control, driver’s side i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 180) ; Climate control on/ off i Switch on/off the climate control system. ( Y page 179) = Ù on/off (USA only) ( Y page 182) º Adopting driver’s side setti[...]

  • Page 180

    Function Recommendation/Notes C 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 183) D Rear window defroster ( Y page 184) E Increasing air volume ( Y page 182) F Decreasing air volume ( Y page 182) G Display H Air distribution ( Y page 181) I Air di[...]

  • Page 181

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

  • Page 182

    more quickly. Window fogging may impair visibility and endanger you and others. X Set the desired temperature ( Y page 180). X Activating: Press button à . The indicator lamp in the button comes on. The air volume and air distribution are adjusted automatically. X Deactivating: Press button I , K or _ . The indicator lamp in button à goes out. Th[...]

  • Page 183

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

  • Page 184

    Symbol Function ¯ Directs air through the defroster air vents to the windshield and front door windows P Directs air through the center and side air vents O Directs air to the footwells N Directs air through the center and side air vents and to the footwells _ Directs air into the entire vehicle interior (Canada only) b Directs air through the cen[...]

  • Page 185

    MAX COOL is only operational when the engine is running. You can use this setting to provide the fastest possible cooling of the vehicle interior (when windows and tilt/sliding panel are closed). X Activating: Press button Ù . The indicator lamp in the button comes on. The climate control switches automatically to the following functions: R maximu[...]

  • Page 186

    Rear window defroster G Warning! Any accumulation of snow and ice should be removed from the rear window before driving. Visibility could otherwise be impaired, endangering you and others. The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimum, switch off the defroster as soon as the rear window is clear. The[...]

  • Page 187

    Opening and closing the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel G Observe Safety notes, see page 53. G Warning! When opening or closing the tilt/sliding panel, make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening/closing procedure. The tilt/sliding panel is equipped with the express operation and automatic reversal function. If th[...]

  • Page 188

    i When the tilt/sliding panel is open, resonance noises may result in addition to the usual wind noises. They are caused by minimal pressure changes in the passenger compartment. To reduce or eliminate these noises, change the position of the tilt/ sliding panel or open a window slightly. Raising X Raising manually: Press and hold the roof panel sw[...]

  • Page 189

    X Switch on the ignition. X Push and hold the roof panel switch in direction of arrow ; ( Y page 184) until the roller sunblinds are fully retracted. X Push and hold the roof panel switch in direction of arrow ; until the tilt/sliding panel is opened approximately 4 inch (10 cm). X Pull and hold the roof panel switch in direction of arrow = until t[...]

  • Page 190

    shown. The heaviest items are to be placed towards the front of the vehicle. Please pay attention to and comply with the following instructions when loading the vehicle and transporting cargo: R Always place items being carried against front or rear seat backrests, and fasten them as securely as possible. R The heaviest portion of the cargo should [...]

  • Page 191

    Hooks Three hooks are located in the cargo compartment. Use the hooks to secure light-weight items only. The maximum permissible weight per hook is 9 lbs (4 kg). Coat hooks on the tailgate G Warning! The tailgate may close if too great a load is placed on the coat hooks. You and/or others could be trapped and injured. Only use the coat hooks for li[...]

  • Page 192

    Setting up rear seat backrest G Warning! If a red indicator is visible with the seat backrest up, then the seat backrest is not properly locked into position. Always lock seat backrest in its upright position when rear seat bench is occupied, or the expanded cargo volume is not in use. Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the seat bac[...]

  • Page 193

    Cargo net (Canada only) G Warning! Make sure the cargo net is properly engaged at top and bottom position and the tightening belts are securely fastened. Never use a damaged cargo net. Always use cargo net when transporting cargo. This helps to avoid personal injury from smaller objects being thrown around in the occupant compartment during a colli[...]

  • Page 194

    X Hook belt hook : into cargo tie-down ring ; in direction of arrow. X Pull tightening belt = by the loose end in direction of arrow until the cargo net is pulled tight. X After driving a short distance, make sure the cargo net is still tight and, if necessary, pull it tight again. Loosening the cargo net Belt hook attached behind the front seats X[...]

  • Page 195

    1 Glove box unlocked 2 Glove box locked Front armrest storage compartments i There is a small and a large storage compartment located underneath the armrest. The small storage compartment can be removed for the purpose of emptying. X Opening storage compartments: Press button : or ; . The armrest opens to the left and the right side automatically. [...]

  • Page 196

    X Opening: Pull release catch and swing the storage compartment cover : upward in direction of arrow. Storage compartments under cargo compartment floor G Warning! If items are stored in the compartment, make sure compartment is securely closed. In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, they could be thrown around inside the vehicle,[...]

  • Page 197

    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 maneuvers, or in an accid[...]

  • Page 198

    : Vanity mirror lamp ; Mounting = Holder, e.g. for gas cards ? Vanity mirror A Vanity mirror cover Glare through the windshield X Flip sun visor down when you experience glare. Glare through a door window X Close vanity mirror cover A if opened. X Disengage sun visor from mounting ; . X Pivot sun visor to the side. X Adjust sun visor by pushing or [...]

  • Page 199

    Rear center console ashtray X Opening: Pull at top of cover ; . X Removing ashtray insert: Push button = to disengage ashtray insert : and remove it. X Reinstalling ashtray insert: Push ashtray insert : down into the retainer until it engages. Cigarette lighter G Observe Safety notes, see page 53. G Warning! Never touch the heating element or sides[...]

  • Page 200

    Power outlet in rear passenger compartment X Pull at top of cover ; . Power outlet in cargo compartment 115V AC Socket G Warning! The 115V AC socket operates at high voltage. Use the 115V AC socket in the vehicle with the same caution and prudence that you exercise when using power outlets at home. Keep any fluids away from the 115V AC socket. Do n[...]

  • Page 201

    X Operation: Open cover = . X Switch on the ignition. X Insert the plug of the small device into 115V AC socket : . LED ; comes on. If LED ; does not come on, refer to the section on possible nonoperation causes. X Switching off: Pull the plug out of 115V AC socket : . Do not pull on the cable. X Close cover = . Possible nonoperation causes: R The [...]

  • Page 202

    Zone map South America X Press button = approximately 3 seconds. The currently selected zone appears in compass display ; . X Selecting zone: Press button = until the desired zone is selected. Do not press the button again until the direction is indicated. X Compass calibration: Make sure you are in an area where you can drive a full circle with yo[...]

  • Page 203

    i Location of the vehicle on a map is only possible if the vehicle is able to receive signals from the GPS satellite network and pass the information on to the Customer Assistance Center. The Tele Aid system (Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand) The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: R Automatic and manual emergency R Roadsid[...]

  • Page 204

    Once the emergency call is in progress, the indicator lamp in the SOS button will begin to flash. The message Connecting Call appears in the multifunction display and the COMAND system is muted. When the connection is established, the message Call Connected appears in the multifunction display. All information relevant to the emergency, such as the[...]

  • Page 205

    Roadside Assistance button X Press and hold Roadside Assistance button : for longer than 2 seconds. A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will be initiated. The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button : will flash while the call is in progress. The message Connecting Call will appear in the multifunction display and the audi[...]

  • Page 206

    multifunction display and the COMAND system is muted. i The audio system or 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 NAVI button on the COMAND system. Spoken commands are not available. A voice connection between the Customer Assistance Cen[...]

  • Page 207

    The SOS button will flash and the message Connecting Call will appear in the multifunction display to indicate receipt of the door unlock command. If the tailgate recessed handle was pulled for more than 20 seconds before door unlock authorization was received by the Customer Assistance Center, you must wait 15 minutes before pulling the tailgate r[...]

  • Page 208

    Interior rear view mirror with integrated remote control Hand-held remote control A is not part of the vehicle equipment. 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 programmi[...]

  • Page 209

    X Step 8: Locate the “training” button on the garage door opener motor head unit. i Exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener brand. Depending on manufacturer, the “training” button may also be referred to as “learn” or “smart” button. If there is difficulty locating the transmitting button, refer to the [...]

  • Page 210

    X Switch on the ignition. X Press and hold the desired signal transmitter button ( ; , = or ? ). Do not release the button. Indicator lamp : will begin to flash after 20 seconds. X Without releasing the signal transmitter button, proceed with programming starting with step 3. Operation of integrated remote control X Switch on the ignition. X Select[...]

  • Page 211

    i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user[...]

  • Page 212

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    Vehicle equipment ............................ 212 The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ....... 212 At the gas station ............................. 212 Engine compartment ........................ 214 Tires and wheels ............................... 218 Winter driving ................................... 241 Driving instructions ..........................[...]

  • Page 214

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

  • Page 215

    Any noticeable irregularities in engine operation should be repaired promptly. Otherwise, excessive unburned fuel may reach the catalytic converter, causing it to overheat and potentially start a fire. i Only use premium unleaded gasoline with a minimum Posted Octane Rating of 91 (average of 96 RON/86 MON). Information on gasoline quality can norma[...]

  • Page 216

    Engine compartment Hood G Warning! Do not pull the release lever while the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could be forced open by passing air flow. This could cause the hood to come loose and injure you and/or others. Opening G Warning! Do not open the hood when the engine is overheated. You could be seriously injured. Observe the coolant[...]

  • Page 217

    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 loose while the vehicle is[...]

  • Page 218

    Adding engine oil ! Only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicles with Maintenance System. For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). The following will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz L[...]

  • Page 219

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

  • Page 220

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

  • Page 221

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

  • Page 222

    The Tire and Loading Information placard lists the recommended cold tire inflation pressures : for maximum loaded vehicle weight. The tire inflation pressures listed apply to the tires installed as original equipment. Important notes on tire inflation pressure G Warning! If the tire inflation pressure drops repeatedly, check the tires for punctures[...]

  • Page 223

    Example illustration: Tire inflation pressures for particular tire sizes Some tire inflation pressure labels may only show the rim diameter instead of the entire tire size, e.g. R 18 or 18" . The rim diameter is part of the tire size as specified on the tire sidewall ( Y page 235). Example illustration: Tire inflation pressures specific to rim[...]

  • Page 224

    Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tires can overheat them, possibly causing a blowout. Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Check the tire inflation pressure at [...]

  • Page 225

    i The recommended tire inflation pressures for your vehicle can be found on R the Tire and Loading Information placard located on the driver’s door B-pillar ( Y page 227) R the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap The tire inflation pressures are not listed in the Operator’s Manual. G Warning! The tire pressure lo[...]

  • Page 226

    Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Advanced TPMS), (USA only) Your vehicle is equipped with the Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Advanced TPMS). It measures the tire inflation pressure in the vehicle’s tires and issues warnings in case of pressure loss in one or more of the tires. The TPMS is equipped with a combination low tire p[...]

  • Page 227

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

  • Page 228

    Example illustration The respective tire is indicated by a red rectangle. Restarting Advanced TPMS G Warning! It is the driver’s responsibility to set the tire inflation pressure to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure. Underinflated tires affect the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You might lose control over the vehicle. When you [...]

  • Page 229

    Maximum tire inflation pressure G Warning! Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pressure. 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. Overinflat[...]

  • Page 230

    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 Information placard on the driver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tires can overheat them, possibly causing a blowout. Overloading the tires[...]

  • Page 231

    X Step 3: Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX lbs. X Step 4: The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1 400 lbs and there will be five 150 lbs passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage l[...]

  • Page 232

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

  • Page 233

    Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. You can obtain the GVWR and GAWR from the certification label. The certification label can be found on the driver’s door B-pillar, see the “Technical data” section ( Y page 328). Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The total weight of the vehicle, [...]

  • Page 234

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

  • Page 235

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

  • Page 236

    The safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road. You should pay particular attention to the condition of the road whenever the outside temperature is close to the freezing point. Mercedes-Benz recommends winter tires ( Y page 241) with a minimum tread depth of approximately 1 / 6 in (4 mm) on all four wheels for[...]

  • Page 237

    Thoroughly clean the mounting face of wheels and brake disks, i.e. the inner side of the wheels/tires, during each rotation. Check for and ensure proper tire inflation pressure. For information on wheel change, see “Flat tire” ( Y page 312). Tire labeling Besides tire name (sales designation) and manufacturer name, a number of markings can be f[...]

  • Page 238

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

  • Page 239

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

  • Page 240

    Load identification i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. In addition to the load index, special load identification : may be molded into the tire sidewall following the letter designating the speed symbol B ( Y page 235). R No specification given: abs[...]

  • Page 241

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

  • Page 242

    GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle weight. The gross vehicle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR for the front and rear axle indicated on the certification label located on the driver’s door B-pillar. GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, equi[...]

  • Page 243

    Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead. TIN (Tire Identification Number) Unique identifier which facilitates efforts by tire manufacturers to notify purchasers in recall situations or other safety matters concerning tires and give[...]

  • Page 244

    G Warning! If you use your spare wheel when winter tires are fitted on the other wheels, be aware that the difference in tire characteristics may very well impair turning stability and that overall driving stability may be reduced. Adapt your driving style accordingly. Have the spare wheel replaced by a regular road wheel with a winter tire at the [...]

  • Page 245

    Winter driving instructions G Warning! If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, make sure snow is kept clear of the exhaust pipe and from around the vehicle with the engine running. Otherwise, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. To assure sufficient fresh air ventilation, open a window s[...]

  • Page 246

    The possibility of a serious or even fatal accident are greatly increased when you drink or take drugs and drive. Do not drink or take drugs and drive or allow anyone to drive who has been drinking or taking drugs. Pedals G Warning! Make sure absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedals’ range of movement. Keep the driver’s footwell clear o[...]

  • Page 247

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

  • Page 248

    extended period with the ESP ® switched off. Doing so may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brakes reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Li[...]

  • Page 249

    Vehicle and trailer weights and ratings The Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, equipment, luggage, etc. loaded on the trailer. The maximum permissible GTW to be towed: 3 500 lb (1 588 kg). Trailer Tongue Weight Rating (TWR) is the maximum permissible weight on the trailer tongue: 280 lb (127 kg) li[...]

  • Page 250

    X Make sure the automatic transmission is in park position P ( Y page 103). X Engage the parking brake for the vehicle ( Y page 102). X Close all doors and the tailgate. X Attach the trailer. X Plug in all electrical connectors. Towing a trailer There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailer towing. Mak[...]

  • Page 251

    distance ahead than when driving without a trailer. Because your vehicle and trailer is longer than your vehicle alone, you will also need to go much farther ahead of the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane. Decoupling a trailer X Make sure the automatic transmission is in park position P ( Y page 103). X Engage the parking brake for [...]

  • Page 252

    Maintenance Notes The Maintenance System in your vehicle tracks the distance driven and the time elapsed since the last maintenance service. It 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- Benz Center. [...]

  • Page 253

    Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will reset the maintenance service indicator following a completed maintenance service. Calling up the maintenance service indicator display i The menu overview can be found on ( Y page 113). You can call up the maintenance service indicator display at any time to check when the next maintenance service is requir[...]

  • Page 254

    attack the paintwork as well as the vehicle underbody and cause lasting damage. Such damage is caused not only by extreme and varying climatic conditions, but also by: R Air pollution R Road salt R Tar R Gravel and stone chipping To avoid paint damage, you should immediately remove: R Grease and oil R Fuel R Coolant R Brake fluid R Bird droppings R[...]

  • Page 255

    Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Care should be applied when water drops on the paint surface do not “bead up”. This should normally be done every 3 to 5 months, depending on the climate and washing detergent used. Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Cleaner should be applied if the paint surface shows signs of embedded dirt (i.e. loss of gloss). Do not a[...]

  • Page 256

    which can be caused by residual wax on the windshield. Ornamental moldings X For regular cleaning and care of ornamental moldings, use a damp cloth. ! 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 cleane[...]

  • Page 257

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

  • Page 258

    Light alloy wheels If possible, clean wheels once a week. X Use Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care, a soft bristle brush and a strong spray of water for cleaning the light alloy wheels. ! Only use acid-free cleaning materials. Acid may cause corrosion or damage the clear coat. ! The vehicle should not be parked for an extended period of time immedia[...]

  • Page 259

    G Warning! 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. Upholstery Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the tendency to give off coloring (e.g. when wet, etc.) may cause the upholstery to become permanently discolored. By lining the seats wit[...]

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    Vehicle equipment ............................ 260 Where will I find ...? .......................... 260 Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ....................... 262 What to do if … .................................. 288 Unlocking/locking manually ........... 299 Resetting activated NECK-PRO active front head restraints ......[...]

  • Page 262

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

  • Page 263

    = Wheel wrench ? Towing eye bolt A Jack B Fuse chart C Spare wheel bolts D Pair of gloves E Reversible ratchet for jack F Electric air pump G Valve extractor H Collapsible wheel chock 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 too[...]

  • Page 264

    X Attach reversible ratchet ; to jack : in such a way that the word UP can be seen. Before placing the jack and the reversible ratchet back into the vehicle tool kit: X Fully collapse the jack (storage position). X Remove the reversible ratchet. Spare wheel G Observe Safety notes, see page 312. The spare wheel is located in the space underneath the[...]

  • Page 265

    Certain messages of high priority cannot be cleared from the multifunction display using a or % on the multifunction steering wheel ( Y page 110). Other messages of high priority and messages of less immediate priority can be cleared from the multifunction display using a or % . They are then stored in the vehicle status message memory ( Y page 118[...]

  • Page 266

    Text messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator’s Manual USA only: The front passenger front air bag is activated while driving even though a child, small individual, or object below the system’s weight threshold is on the front passenger seat, or the front p[...]

  • Page 267

    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions classification sensed by the OCS, the 45 indicator lamp will remain illuminated or go out. If above conditions are not met, the system is not working properly. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. G Warning! If the 45 indicator lamp remains o[...]

  • Page 268

    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator’s Manual USA only: The front passenger front air bag is deactivated while driving even though an adult or someone larger than a small individual is occupying the front passenger seat. Forces acting on the seat may make the system sense a dec[...]

  • Page 269

    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Child Seat Position See Operator's Manual Vehicles with BabySmart™ (Canada only): The BabySmart™ child seat is not positioned correctly. Risk of injury! X Install the BabySmart™ child seat in correct position. Vehicles with BabySmart™ (Canada only): The sensor for chil[...]

  • Page 270

    Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tire Pressure Then Restart Run Flat Indicator There has been a warning message about a loss in the tire inflation pressure and the tire pressure loss warning system was not restarted yet. X Make sure the correct tire inflation pressure is set for each tire. X Then restart the[...]

  • Page 271

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

  • Page 272

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

  • Page 273

    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) J (Canada only) ABS and ESC Inoperativ e See Operator’s Manual In addition, the yellow ESP ® warning lamp d and the yellow ABS indicator lamp ! come on. The brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction, the ABS, the BAS, the ESP ® , and the hill-st[...]

  • Page 274

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

  • Page 275

    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) J (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 Engage the parking brake. X Do not drive any further. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Ben[...]

  • Page 276

    Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ESC Inoperativ e See Operator's Manual In addition, the yellow ESP ® warning lamp d comes on. The brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction, the BAS, the ESP ® , and the hill-start assist system are unavailable. X Continue driving with a[...]

  • Page 277

    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ESC Currently Unavailabl e See Operator's Manual In addition, the yellow ESP ® warning lamp d comes on. The self-diagnosis may not be completed yet. The brake system is still functioning normally but without the BAS, the ESP ® , and the hill-start assist system available. X Dri[...]

  • Page 278

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

  • Page 279

    Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions A The tailgate is open. X Close the tailgate ( Y page 71). ? You are driving with the hood open. X Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as it is safe to do so. X Close the hood ( Y page 215). There is otherwise danger of an accident. ; You are driving with at least one doo[...]

  • Page 280

    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions + Key Not Detected (message appears in red) 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 SmartKey. The vehicle cannot be[...]

  • Page 281

    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions D Power Steering Malfunctio n See Operator's Manual Power assistance for the steering system is not available. A considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to steer the vehicle. X Check whether you are capable to apply the higher degree of effort necessary to safely steer the[...]

  • Page 282

    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ? Coolant Low Stop Vehicle! Turn Engine Off The coolant is too hot. X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it is safe to do so. X Turn off the engine immediately. X Engage the parking brake. X Only start the engine again after the message disappears. You could otherwise damage the eng[...]

  • Page 283

    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ? Coolant Low Stop Vehicle! Turn Engine Off The poly-V-belt could be broken. X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it is safe to do so. X Turn off the engine immediately. X Check the poly-V-belt. X If it is broken: Do not continue to drive. Otherwise the engine will overheat due to a[...]

  • Page 284

    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 4 Check Engine Oil At Next Refueling The engine oil has dropped to a critical level. X Check the engine oil level ( Y page 215) and add engine oil as required ( Y page 216). X If you must add engine oil frequently, have the engine checked for possible leaks. If the message Check Engine O[...]

  • Page 285

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

  • Page 286

    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions b Check Front Left Sidemarker Lamp or Check Front Right Sidemarker Lamp The front left side or right side marker lamp is malfunctioning. X Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( Y page 303). b Check Rear Left Sidemarker Lamp or Check Rear Right Sidemarker Lamp The rear left side or right[...]

  • Page 287

    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions b Check Left License Plate Lamp or Check Right License Plate Lamp The left or right license plate lamp is malfunctioning. X Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( Y page 303). b Auto Lamp Function Inoperativ e The light sensor is malfunctioning. The headlamps come on automatically. X Con[...]

  • Page 288

    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions b Check Left Tail Lamp or Check Right Tail Lamp The left or right tail lamp is malfunctioning. X Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( Y page 303). b Check Left Tail and Brake Lamps or Check Right Tail and Brake Lamps The left or right tail lamp/brake lamp is malfunctioning. X Replace t[...]

  • Page 289

    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions b Check Trailer Left Turn Signal or Check Trailer Right Turn Signal The left or right trailer turn signal lamp is malfunctioning. X Replace the bulb as soon as possible. b Check Rear Left Turn Signal or Check Rear Right Turn Signal The left or right rear turn signal lamp is malfunctionin[...]

  • Page 290

    Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions h Tire Press. Warning Caution Tire Malfunctio n At least one tire is deflating. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. X If necessary, change the wheel ( Y page 312). h Check Tire Pressure The tire inflation pressure in at least one[...]

  • Page 291

    Brake Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ! The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running. The ABS has detected a malfunction and switched off. The BAS, the ESP ® , and the EBP are also switched off. The brake system is still functioning normally but without the systems specified above available. If the ABS co[...]

  • Page 292

    Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ! The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running. The ABS is temporarily not available. The ESP ® , the BAS, and the EBP are also unavailable. The self-diagnosis has not been completed yet. The brake system is still functioning normally but without the systems specified above[...]

  • Page 293

    Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ! d The red brake warning lamp comes on while driving. In addition, the yellow ABS indicator lamp, and the yellow ESP ® warning lamp come on and an acoustic warning sounds. The Electronic Brake Proportioning (EBP) switched off due to a malfunction. The ABS, the BAS, and the ESP ® are also switc[...]

  • Page 294

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

  • Page 295

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

  • Page 296

    Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions d The yellow ESP ® warning lamp flashes while driving. The ESP ® or the ETS/4-ETS has come into operation because of detected traction loss in at least one tire. X When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible. X While driving, ease up on the accelerator pedal. X Adapt your speed and d[...]

  • Page 297

    Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ; 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 malfunctions may result in excessive emissions values and[...]

  • Page 298

    Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ? The red coolant temperature warning lamp comes on when the engine is running and an acoustic warning sounds. The coolant temperature has exceeded 248‡ (120†). X Stop in a safe location as soon as possible and allow the engine and coolant to cool down. G Warning! Driving when your engine is [...]

  • Page 299

    G Warning! Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked at least once a month when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B- pillar or the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap. If your veh[...]

  • Page 300

    Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Canada only: 45 The front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp does not illuminate or does not remain illuminated with a BabySmart TM child seat properly installed on the passenger seat. The system is malfunctioning. X Make sure there is nothing between seat cushion and child seat. X Check [...]

  • Page 301

    G Warning! If the 45 indicator lamp does not illuminate or remains out with the weight of a typical 12-month-old child in a standard child restraint or less on the front passenger seat, do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. Unlocking/locking manually Unlocking the vehicle If you cannot unlock the v[...]

  • Page 302

    X Remove mechanical key ; from the SmartKey ( Y page 299). X Insert mechanical key ; into the driver’s door lock. X Turn mechanical key ; clockwise to position 1 . The vehicle is locked. X Turn mechanical key ; back and remove it from the driver’s door lock. X Check whether the doors and the tailgate are locked. i This procedure does not arm th[...]

  • Page 303

    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 unlocked manually, e.g. to tow the vehicle. X Engage the parking brake. ! Do not use sharp objects to loosen the gear selector lever cover in [...]

  • Page 304

    G Warning! For safety reasons, have the NECK-PRO active front head restraints checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center after a rear-end collision. G Warning! When pushing back the head restraint cushion, make sure your fingers do not become caught between the head restraint cushion and the cover. Failing to do so may lead to injury. i Pressing[...]

  • Page 305

    X Press mechanical key ; into the SmartKey opening until battery compartment cover : opens. Do not keep the cover shut. X Remove the battery compartment cover. X Pat the SmartKey against the palm of your hand until battery = falls out. X Insert the new battery with the positive terminal (+) facing up. Use a lint-free cloth. X Insert the tabs of the[...]

  • Page 306

    Bulbs You can replace the following bulbs yourself: Halogen headlamps Type : Turn signal and side marker lamp: WY 5 W ; Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W = High-beam lamp: H7 55 W ? Parking and standing lamp: W 5 W A Low-beam lamp: H7 55 W Bi-Xenon headlamps Type : Turn signal and side marker lamp: WY 5 W ; Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W = Corner-illuminating l[...]

  • Page 307

    Rear lamps Type : Brake lamp, tail lamp: P 21 W ; Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W or LED 13 = Backup lamp: W 16 W or P 21 W 13 ? Passenger side: Tail lamp P 21 W Driver’s side: Tail lamp and rear fog lamp P 21 W A Side marker lamp: W 3 W License plate lamps Type : License plate lamps: W 5 W Notes on bulb replacement ! Do not replace LEDs or bulbs not d[...]

  • Page 308

    Before you start to replace a bulb for a front lamp, do the following: X Switch off the ignition. X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position $ . X Open the hood ( Y page 214). X Remove the cover above the respective headlamp ( Y page 306). X Driver’s side only: Release the washer fluid reservoir ( Y page 306). Removing/installing cover above hea[...]

  • Page 309

    X Fold wire clip = back and press it down on bulb holder to engage it in the arrestor hook. X Connect electric plug ; on bulb ? . X Align housing cover : and turn it clockwise. X Driver’s side only: Fix the washer fluid reservoir ( Y page 306). X Install the cover above the headlamp ( Y page 306). High-beam and high-beam flasher bulb (halogen hea[...]

  • Page 310

    Corner-illuminating lamps bulb (Bi- Xenon headlamps only) X Turn housing cover : counterclockwise and remove it. X Press handle ; in direction of the arrow until the bulb socket is released. X Pull out the bulb socket using handle ; . X Gently press the new bulb into bulb socket. Lamp pin = must point up. X Insert bulb socket. X Pull bulb socket ha[...]

  • Page 311

    Opening and closing side trim panel You must open the side trim panels in the cargo compartment before you can replace the tail lamp bulbs. Left side trim panel Right side trim panel X Opening: Turn lock : counterclockwise by 90° and remove side trim panel ; . X Closing: Insert side trim panel ; and turn lock : clockwise by 90°. Tail lamp unit X [...]

  • Page 312

    X Insert the new bulb into the bulb carrier and turn the bulb clockwise. X Insert the bulb carrier and press it in. The bulb carrier retainers ; engage audibly. X Reconnect the plug. X Close the side trim panel ( Y page 309). License plate lamps X Press tab ; of license plate lamp : in direction of the arrow and loosen the lens of license plate lam[...]

  • Page 313

    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 the driver’s door closed, the starter switch is now in position 1 . X Turn the combination switch to wiper setting ° . X With wiper arms in vertical po[...]

  • Page 314

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

  • Page 315

    R reversible ratchet R vehicle tool kit box R electric air pump For information on where to find the respective items, see “Where will I find ...?” ( Y page 260) and ( Y page 262). i Vehicles without spare wheel are not factory-equipped with the tools required for a wheel change such as a jack or a wheel wrench. Some tools required for a wheel [...]

  • Page 316

    X On the wheel to be changed, loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts (approximately one full turn with wheel wrench : ). X Assemble the jack ( Y page 261). The jack take-up brackets are located directly behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings. G Warning! The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehic[...]

  • Page 317

    Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts. Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately. Do not continue to drive under these circumstances! Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tightened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to come off. This could cause an accident. Make [...]

  • Page 318

    electrical plug are located at the bottom of the pump housing. The following description applies to both versions. Differences in usage are expressly declared. Version 1 Version 2 X Version 1 only: Open flap : on electric air pump. X Version 1 only: Pull out electrical plug = and air hose with pressure gauge and vent screw ? . X Version 2 only: Pul[...]

  • Page 319

    X Press 0 on electric air pump switch ; . X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 . or X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button twice. Do not depress the brake pedal. X Version 1 only: If the tire inflation pressure is above the recommended tire inflation pressure as specified for your vehicle ( Y page 333)[...]

  • Page 320

    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 a battery approved by Mercedes-Benz. If you do not intend to operate your vehicle for an extended period of time, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center about steps you need to observe.[...]

  • Page 321

    your vehicle model to maintain the battery charge. Contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for further information. The battery, the battery ventilation hose and the lateral plug must always be securely installed when the vehicle is in operation. ! Never loosen or detach battery terminal clamps while the engine is running or the SmartKey is in [...]

  • Page 322

    transmission which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Jump starting should only be performed using the jump-start terminals located in the engine compartment. Avoid repeated and lengthy starting attempts. Do not attempt to start the engine using a battery quick-charge unit. If the engine does not run after several unsuccessful [...]

  • Page 323

    Position B represents the charged battery of another vehicle or an equivalent starter pack. X Slide cover : from positive terminal = in direction of arrow. ! Never invert the terminal connections! X Connect positive terminal ; of charged battery B with positive terminal = with a jumper cable. Clamp the cable to positive terminal ; of charged batter[...]

  • Page 324

    vehicle moved to a safe location where the recommended towing methods can be employed. ! Before towing the vehicle observe the following instructions: R Do not tow-start the vehicle. You could otherwise seriously damage the automatic transmission which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. R Do not tow with sling-type equipment. Tow[...]

  • Page 325

    Vehicles without AMG Sport Package Vehicles with AMG Sport Package X Press mark on cover : as indicated by the arrow. X Vehicles with AMG Sport Package: Pry cover : with a round, blunt object as a lever in the hole as indicated by the arrow. X Lift cover : off to reveal the threaded hole for the towing eye bolt. Fixing towing eye bolt Example illus[...]

  • Page 326

    remove SmartKey from starter switch and reinsert. G Warning! With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle. Adapt your driving accordingly. X Make sure the ignition is [...]

  • Page 327

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

  • Page 328

    moisture or dirt could enter the fuse box and possibly impair fuse operation. Fuse box in engine compartment X Open the hood. X With a dry cloth, remove any moisture from fuse box cover. X Opening: Release wire ; from fuse box cover. X Release clamps : . X Remove fuse box cover. X Closing: Make sure the sealing rubber is positioned properly. X Pres[...]

  • Page 329

    Vehicle equipment ............................ 328 Parts service ..................................... 328 Warranty coverage ........................... 328 Identification labels .......................... 328 Vehicle specification GLK 350 (204.956) ........................................... 330 Vehicle specification GLK 350 4MATIC (204.987) .....[...]

  • Page 330

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

  • Page 331

    The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found R on certification label : on the driver’s door B-pillar R embossed underneath the carpet in the front passenger footwell ( Y page 329) R on the lower edge of the windshield ( Y page 329) Example certification label (U.S. vehicles) ; Paintwork code = VIN Example certification label (Canada vehi[...]

  • Page 332

    Vehicle specification GLK 350 (204.956) The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. i The GLK 350 is available in the USA only. Engine GLK 350 Engine, type 272 Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection No. of cylin[...]

  • Page 333

    Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Engine GLK 350 4MATIC Engine, type 272 Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection No. of cylinders 6 Bore 3.66 in (92.90 mm) Stroke 3.39 in (86.00 mm) Total piston displacement 213.5 cu in (3 498 cm 3 ) Compression ratio 10.7:1 Output acc. to SAE J 1349 1[...]

  • Page 334

    ESP ® . Tires specially developed for your vehicle and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz can be identified by finding the following on the tire’s sidewall: R MO = Mercedes-Benz Original equipment tires Using tires other than those approved by Mercedes-Benz may result in damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Using[...]

  • Page 335

    Same size tires Model GLK 350 22 GLK 350 4MATIC 17" wheels Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset 7.5 J x 17 H2 1.87 in (47.5 mm) Winter tires 23,24 235/60 R17 102H M+S i 19" wheels Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset 7.5 J x 19 H2 1.85 in (47 mm) All-season tires 23 235/50 R19 99H M+S 20" wheels Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset 8.5 J x 20 H2 1.[...]

  • Page 336

    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! Comply with all valid regulations wi[...]

  • Page 337

    Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Fuel tank All models 17.4 US gal (66.0 l) Premium unleaded gasoline (Minimum Posted Octane 91 [Avg. of 96 RON/86 MON]) Fuel tank reserve All models approx. 2.1 US gal (8.0 l) Air conditioning system All models — R134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant oil (never R 12) Washer system and headlamp[...]

  • Page 338

    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 not covered by the Mercedes- Benz Li[...]

  • Page 339

    is fully loaded or operating in mountainous terrain. Fuel requirements Only use premium unleaded gasoline. The octane number (posted at the pump) must be 91 min. It is an average of both the Research Octane Number (RON) and the Motor Octane Number (MON): (RON+MON)/2. This is also known as the ANTI-KNOCK INDEX. Reformulated gasolines (RFG) and/or un[...]

  • Page 340

    The coolant solution must be used year round to provide the necessary corrosion protection and increase boil-over protection. Refer to the Maintenance Booklet for replacement interval. Coolant system design and coolant used determine the replacement interval. The replacement interval published in the Maintenance Booklet is only applicable if MB 325[...]

  • Page 341

    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 temperatures above freezing point. X Mix with[...]

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    340 X204_AKB; 3; 23, en-US d2ureepe, Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-07-16T19:16:58+02:00 - Seite 340[...]

  • Page 343

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

  • Page 344

    Order no. 6515 0716 13 Part no. 204 584 10 81 Edition C 2010 É2045841081FËÍ 2045841081 X204_AKB; 3; 23, en-US d2ureepe, Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-07-16T19:16:58+02:00 - Seite 342[...]