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  • C-ClassCoupeOperator's Manual

    Order no. P205 0131 13 Part no. 205 584 86 05 Edition B 2016

    É2055848605#ËÍ2055848605

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    Your Operator's Manuals

    Digitally - in the vehicleGet to grips with the content of the Digital Operator's Manual in the multimedia system fitted in your vehicle (under the "Vehicle" menu item).

    Printed manual - in the vehicleIn addition to the vehicle Operator's Manual, the complete additional operating instructions for your multimedia system are also available from your Mercedes-Benz Service Center.

    Digitally - via the InternetYou will find the Operator's Manual on your Mercedes-Benz homepage.

    Digitally - as an AppThe Mercedes-Benz Guides App is available for free in the Apple App Store and on Google Play.

    Apple® iOS AndroidTM

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  • Welcome to the world of Mercedes-BenzWe urge you to read this Operator's Manualcarefully and familiarize yourself with the vehi-cle before driving. For your own safety and alonger vehicle life, follow the instructions andwarning notices in this manual. Ignoring themcould result in damage to the vehicle or personalinjury to you or others.Vehicle damage caused by failure to followinstructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.The equipment or product designation of yourvehicle may vary depending on:RModelROrderRCountry specificationRAvailabilityMercedes-Benz therefore reserves the right tointroduce changes in the following areas:RDesignREquipmentRTechnical featuresThe equipment in your vehicle may thereforediffer from that shown in the descriptions andillustrations.The following are integral components of thevehicle:RDigital Operator's ManualRPrinted Operator's ManualRMaintenance BookletREquipment-dependent supplementsKeep these documents in the vehicle at alltimes. If you sell the vehicle, always pass alldocuments on to the new owner.Your Operator's Manual:

    Digital form inside the vehicleThe Digital Operator's Manual providescomprehensive and specifically adaptedinformation on your vehicle's equipmentand multimedia system. It contains infor-mative animations, individual languagesettings and an intuitive search function.Booklet inside the vehicleIn addition to this manual and the afore-mentioned digital media, you also have theoption to obtain a comprehensive printedversion of the Supplement for your multi-media system from your authorizedMercedes-Benz Center.

    Digital form via the InternetTheOperator'sManual on the Internet pro-vides easy access to all informationregarding your vehicle andmultimedia sys-tem. It also provides helpful animations,interesting background information and awide array of search options.Digital form as an AppUsing the Mercedes-Benz Guides App, youcan view all the information on your vehicleandmultimedia system via mobile Internetor download it independently of networkaccess. Available for smartphones or tab-lets.

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  • Index ....................................................... 3

    Digital Operator's Manual .................. 23

    Introduction ......................................... 25

    At a glance ........................................... 33

    Safety ................................................... 41

    Opening and closing ........................... 74

    Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .... 96

    Lights and windshield wipers .......... 110

    Climate control ................................. 120

    Driving and parking .......................... 130

    On-board computer and displays .... 200

    Multimedia system ........................... 258

    Stowage and features ...................... 268

    Maintenance and care ...................... 287

    Breakdown assistance ..................... 299

    Wheels and tires ............................... 316

    Technical data ................................... 342

    2 Contents

  • 1, 2, 3 ...4MATIC (permanent four-wheeldrive) .................................................. 17412 V socket

    see Socket (12 V)360° camera

    Cleaning ......................................... 296Display in the multimedia system .. 187Function/notes ............................. 185

    AABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

    Display message ............................ 220Function/notes ................................ 62Important safety notes .................... 62Warning lamp ................................. 249

    AccidentAutomaticmeasures after an acci-dent ................................................. 56

    Activating media modeGeneral notes ................................ 266

    Activating/deactivating coolingwith air dehumidification ................. 123Active Blind Spot Assist

    Activating/deactivating (on-board computer) ............................ 213Display message ............................ 237

    Active Lane Keeping AssistActivating/deactivating (on-board computer) ............................ 213Display message ............................ 237Function/information .................... 197

    Active Parking AssistCanceling ....................................... 181Detecting parking spaces .............. 178Display message ............................ 237Exiting a parking space .................. 180Function/notes ............................. 177Important safety notes .................. 177Parking .......................................... 179

    ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 70Adaptive Brake Assist

    Function/notes ................................ 66Adaptive Damping System

    Function/notes ............................. 173Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ..... 173

    Adaptive Highbeam AssistDisplay message ............................ 232Function/notes ............................. 112Switching on/off ........................... 113

    Additional speedometer ................... 215Additives (engine oil) ........................ 347Address book

    see also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    Adjusting the volumeMultimedia system ........................ 259

    Air bagsDeployment ..................................... 53Display message ............................ 229Front air bag (driver, frontpassenger) ....................................... 48Important safety notes .................... 46Introduction ..................................... 46Knee bag .......................................... 48Occupant Classification System(OCS) ............................................... 49PASSENGER AIR BAG indicatorlamps ............................................... 42Side impact air bag .......................... 48Window curtain air bag .................... 49

    Air ventsImportant safety notes .................. 128Rear ............................................... 128Setting ........................................... 128Setting the center air vents ........... 128Setting the side air vents ............... 128

    Air-conditioning systemsee Climate control

    AIRMATICDisplay message ............................ 236Function/notes ............................. 172

    AlarmATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 73Switching off (ATA) .......................... 73Switching the function on/off(ATA) ................................................ 73

    Alarm systemsee ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)

    AMGAdaptive sport suspension sys-tem ................................................ 173Performance Seat .......................... 101

    AMG menu (on-board computer) ..... 216

    Index 3

  • AMG sports exhaust system ............ 137Anti-lock braking system

    see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)Anti-Theft Alarm system

    see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)Armrest

    Stowage compartment .................. 269Ashtray ............................................... 275Assistance display (on-board com-puter) .................................................. 211Assistance menu (on-board com-puter) .................................................. 212ASSYST PLUS

    Displaying a service message ........ 291Driving abroad ............................... 292Hiding a service message .............. 291Resetting the service interval dis-play ................................................ 291Service message ............................ 290Special service requirements ......... 291

    ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)Activating/deactivating ................... 73Function ........................................... 73Switching off the alarm .................... 73

    ATTENTION ASSISTActivating/deactivating ................. 213Display message ............................ 236Function/notes ............................. 189

    Authorized Mercedes-Benz Centersee Qualified specialist workshop

    Authorized workshopsee Qualified specialist workshop

    AUTO lightsDisplay message ............................ 231see Lights

    Automatic car wash (care) ............... 292Automatic engine start (ECOstart/stop function) .................................... 136Automatic engine switch-off (ECOstart/stop function) .......................... 135Automatic headlamp mode .............. 110Automatic transmission

    Accelerator pedal position ............. 143Changing gear ............................... 143DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 141Display message ............................ 243Double-clutch function .................. 143

    Drive program ................................ 144Drive program display .................... 142Driving tips .................................... 143DYNAMIC SELECT switch .............. 139Emergency running mode .............. 149Engaging drive position .................. 142Engaging neutral ............................ 141Engaging park position automati-cally ............................................... 141Engaging reverse gear ................... 141Engaging the park position ............ 141Gliding mode ................................. 144Kickdown ....................................... 144Manual shifting .............................. 146Oil temperature (on-board com-puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..... 216Overview ........................................ 140Problem (malfunction) ................... 149Pulling away ................................... 134Rocking the vehicle free ................ 144Starting the engine ........................ 133Steering wheel paddle shifters ...... 146Transmission position display(DIRECT SELECT lever) ................... 142Transmission positions .................. 143

    Automatic transmission emer-gency mode ....................................... 149

    BBack button ....................................... 259Bag hook ............................................ 272BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 62BAS PLUSwith Cross-Traffic Assist(Brake Assist PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist)

    Function/notes ................................ 62Important safety notes .................... 63

    Battery (SmartKey)Checking .......................................... 77Important safety notes .................... 77Replacing ......................................... 77

    Battery (vehicle)Charging ........................................ 307Display message ............................ 233Important safety notes .................. 305Jump starting ................................. 308

    4 Index

  • Beltsee Seat belts

    Blind Spot AssistActivating/deactivating (on-board computer) ............................ 213Display message ............................ 237Notes/function .............................. 191see Active Blind Spot Assist

    Bluetooth®Connecting another mobilephone ............................................ 266Searching for a mobile phone ........ 265see also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258Telephony ...................................... 265

    Brake Assistsee BAS (Brake Assist System)

    Brake fluidDisplay message ............................ 225Notes ............................................. 347

    Brake force distributionsee EBD (electronic brake forcedistribution)

    BrakesABS .................................................. 62Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 66BAS .................................................. 62BAS PLUS with Cross-TrafficAssist ............................................... 62Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 347Display message ............................ 220EBD .................................................. 70High-performance brake system .... 159Hill start assist ............................... 135HOLD function ............................... 169Important safety notes .................. 157Maintenance .................................. 158Parking brake ................................ 153Riding tips ...................................... 157Warning lamp ................................. 248

    BreakdownWhere will I find...? ........................ 299see Flat tiresee Towing away

    Brightness control (instrumentcluster lighting) ................................... 33Buttons on the steering wheel ......... 201

    CCalifornia

    Important notice for retail cus-tomers and lessees .......................... 26

    Calling up a malfunctionsee Display messages

    Calling up the climate control barMultimedia system ........................ 262

    Calling up the climate controlmenu

    Multimedia system ........................ 262Car

    see VehicleCare

    360° camera ................................. 296Car wash ........................................ 292Carpets .......................................... 298Display ........................................... 297Exhaust pipe .................................. 296Exterior lights ................................ 295Gear or selector lever .................... 297General notes ................................ 292Interior ........................................... 297Matte finish ................................... 294Paint .............................................. 294Plastic trim .................................... 297Power washer ................................ 293Rear view camera .......................... 296Roof lining ...................................... 298Seat belt ........................................ 298Seat cover ..................................... 297Sensors ......................................... 296Steering wheel ............................... 297Trim pieces .................................... 297Washing by hand ........................... 293Wheels ........................................... 295Windows ........................................ 295Wiper blades .................................. 295Wooden trim .................................. 297

    Cargo tie down rings ......................... 272CD

    see also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    CD player (on-board computer) ........ 209Center console

    Lower section ............................ 37, 38Upper section .................................. 36

    Index 5

  • Central lockingLocking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........ 74

    Changing bulbsHigh-beam headlamps ................... 115Low-beam headlamps .................... 115Turn signals (front) ......................... 115

    Changing the media source ............. 208Charge-air pressure (on-boardcomputer, Mercedes-AMG vehi-cles) .................................................... 216Child

    Restraint system .............................. 58Child seat

    Forward-facing restraint system ...... 61LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seatanchors ............................................ 59On the front-passenger seat ............ 60Rearward-facing restraint system .... 60Top Tether ....................................... 59

    ChildrenSpecial seat belt retractor ............... 57

    Cigarette lighter ................................ 275Cleaning

    Mirror turn signal ........................... 296Climate control

    Control panel for dual-zone auto-matic climate control ..................... 121Controlling automatically ............... 123Cooling with air dehumidification .. 123Cooling with air dehumidification(multimedia system) ...................... 263Defrosting the windows ................. 125Defrosting the windshield .............. 124ECO start/stop function (3-zoneautomatic climate control) ............. 122General notes ................................ 120Indicator lamp ................................ 123Ionization ....................................... 128Ionization (multimedia system) ...... 263Notes on using the automatic cli-mate control .................................. 121Overview ........................................ 262Overview of systems ...................... 120Perfume atomizer .......................... 126Perfume atomizer (multimediasystem) .......................................... 263Problem with the rear windowdefroster ........................................ 126

    Problems with cooling with airdehumidification ............................ 123Refrigerant ..................................... 348Refrigerant filling capacity ............. 349Setting the air distribution ............. 124Setting the air vents ...................... 128Setting the airflow ......................... 124Setting the climate mode (multi-media system) ............................... 263Setting the temperature ................ 124Switching air-recirculation modeon/off ............................................ 126Switching on/off ........................... 122Switching the rear windowdefroster on/off ............................ 125Switching the synchronizationfunction on and off ........................ 124Synchronization function (multi-media system) ............................... 263

    Climate control settingsMultimedia system ........................ 262

    Climate control systemClimate control (3-zone automaticclimate control) ............................. 122

    CockpitOverview .......................................... 33

    COLLISION PREVENTION ASSISTPLUS

    Activating/deactivating ................. 212Display message ............................ 225Operation/notes .............................. 64

    COMAND displayCleaning ......................................... 297

    Combination switch .......................... 111Connecting a USB device

    see also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    Consumption statistics (on-boardcomputer) .......................................... 205Controller ........................................... 259Convenience closing feature .............. 88Convenience opening feature ............ 88Coolant (engine)

    Checking the level ......................... 290Display message ............................ 232Filling capacity ............................... 348Important safety notes .................. 347

    6 Index

  • Temperature display in the instru-ment cluster .................................. 201Warning lamp ................................. 253

    Coolingsee Climate control

    Copyright ............................................. 32Cornering light function

    Display message ............................ 231Function/notes ............................. 112

    Crosswind Assist ................................. 70Cruise control

    Cruise control lever ....................... 161Deactivating ................................... 162Display message ............................ 240Driving system ............................... 160Function/notes ............................. 160General notes ................................ 160Important safety notes .................. 160Setting a speed .............................. 161Storing and maintaining currentspeed ............................................. 161Storing the current speed or call-ing up the last stored speed .......... 161

    Cup holderCenter console .............................. 274Important safety notes .................. 274

    Customer Assistance Center(CAC) ..................................................... 29Customer Relations Department ....... 29

    DData

    see Technical dataData carrier

    Selecting ........................................ 209Daytime running lamps

    Display message ............................ 231Function/notes ............................. 110Switching on/off (on-board com-puter) ............................................. 214

    Declarations of conformity ................. 28Diagnostics connection ...................... 29Digital Operator's Manual

    Help ................................................. 23Introduction ..................................... 23

    Digital speedometer ......................... 205

    DIRECT SELECT leverAutomatic transmission ................. 141

    Displaysee Display messagessee Warning and indicator lamps

    Display messagesASSYST PLUS ................................ 290Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 219Driving systems ............................. 236Engine ............................................ 232General notes ................................ 219Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 219Introduction ................................... 219Lights ............................................. 231Safety systems .............................. 220SmartKey ....................................... 245Tires ............................................... 241Vehicle ........................................... 243

    Distance recorder ............................. 204Distance warning (warning lamp) .... 255Distance warning function

    Function/notes ................................ 65DISTRONIC PLUS

    Activating ....................................... 164Activation conditions ..................... 164Cruise control lever ....................... 164Deactivating ................................... 167Display message ............................ 238Displays in the instrument cluster .. 166Driving tips .................................... 167Driving with DISTRONIC PLUS ....... 164Function/notes ............................. 162Important safety notes .................. 163Setting a speed .............................. 165Setting the specified minimumdistance ......................................... 166Stopping ........................................ 165with Steering Assist and Stop&GoPilot ............................................... 168

    DoorsAutomatic locking (switch) ............... 81Central locking/unlocking(SmartKey) ....................................... 74Control panel ................................... 40Display message ............................ 244Emergency locking ........................... 82Emergency unlocking ....................... 82Important safety notes .................... 80

    Index 7

  • Opening (from inside) ...................... 81Drinking and driving ......................... 156Drive program

    Automatic transmission ................. 144SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 216

    Drive programsDisplay (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 142

    Driver's doorsee Doors

    Driving abroadMercedes-Benz Service ................. 292

    Driving Assistance PLUS package ... 194Driving on flooded roads .................. 159Driving safety systems

    ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 62ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 70Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 66BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 62BAS PLUS with Cross-TrafficAssist ............................................... 62COLLISION PREVENTION ASSISTPLUS ................................................ 64Distance warning function ............... 65EBD (electronic brake force distri-bution) ............................................. 70ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro-gram) ............................................... 67Important safety information ........... 61Overview .......................................... 61PRE-SAFE® Brake ............................. 70STEER CONTROL ............................. 72

    Driving systemRACE START (Mercedes-AMGvehicles) ........................................ 171

    Driving systems360°camera .................................. 185Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 194Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 197Active Parking Assist ..................... 177AIRMATIC ...................................... 172AMG adaptive sport suspensionsystem ........................................... 173ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 189Blind Spot Assist ............................ 191Cruise control ................................ 160Display message ............................ 236DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 162

    DISTRONIC PLUS with SteeringAssist and Stop&Go Pilot ............... 168Driving Assistance Plus package ... 194HOLD function ............................... 169Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 193Lane Tracking package .................. 191PARKTRONIC ................................. 174Rear view camera .......................... 181Traffic Sign Assist .......................... 190

    Driving tipsAMG ceramic brakes ..................... 159Automatic transmission ................. 143Brakes ........................................... 157Break-in period .............................. 130DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 167Downhill gradient ........................... 157Drinking and driving ....................... 156Driving in winter ............................. 160Driving on flooded roads ................ 159Driving on wet roads ...................... 159Exhaust check ............................... 156Fuel ................................................ 155General .......................................... 155Hydroplaning ................................. 159Icy road surfaces ........................... 160Limited braking efficiency on sal-ted roads ....................................... 158Snow chains .................................. 319Subjecting brakes to a load ........... 158The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ..... 130Wet road surface ........................... 158

    DVD videoOperating (on-board computer) ..... 209see also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    DYNAMIC SELECT switchAutomatic transmission ................. 139Climate control (dual-zone auto-matic climate control) .................... 121

    EEASY-ENTRY feature

    Function/notes ............................. 105EASY-EXIT feature

    Function/notes ............................. 105

    8 Index

  • EBD (electronic brake force distri-bution)

    Display message ............................ 222Function/notes ................................ 70

    ECO displayFunction/notes ............................. 156On-board computer ....................... 205

    ECO start/stop functionAutomatic engine start .................. 136Automatic engine switch-off .......... 135Deactivating/activating ................. 136General information ....................... 135Important safety notes .................. 135Introduction ................................... 135

    Electronic Stability Programsee ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)

    EmergencyAutomaticmeasures after an acci-dent ................................................. 56

    Emergency releaseDriver's door .................................... 82Trunk ............................................... 87Vehicle ............................................. 82

    Emergency Tensioning DevicesActivation ......................................... 53

    Emissions controlService and warranty information .... 26

    EngineCheck Engine warning lamp ........... 252Display message ............................ 232ECO start/stop function ................ 135Engine number ............................... 344Irregular running ............................ 138Jump-starting ................................. 308Starting (important safety notes) ... 133Starting problems .......................... 138Starting the engine with theSmartKey ....................................... 133Starting via smartphone ................ 134Starting with the Start/Stop but-ton ................................................. 133Switching off .................................. 153Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 313

    Engine electronicsProblem (malfunction) ................... 138

    Engine oilAdding ........................................... 289Additives ........................................ 347

    Checking the oil level ..................... 288Checking the oil level using thedipstick .......................................... 289Display message ............................ 234Filling capacity ............................... 347General notes ................................ 346Notes about oil grades ................... 346Notes on oil level/consumption .... 288Temperature (on-board computer,Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ............... 216

    Entering an addresssee also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro-gram)

    AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 216Characteristics ................................. 67Crosswind Assist ............................. 70Deactivating/activating (buttonin Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ............. 68Deactivating/activating (exceptMercedes‑AMG vehicles) ................. 67Deactivating/activating (on-board computer, exceptMercedes-AMG vehicles) ............... 212Display message ............................ 220Function/notes ................................ 67General notes .................................. 67Important safety information ........... 67Trailer stabilization ........................... 69Warning lamp ................................. 249

    Exhaustsee Exhaust pipe

    Exhaust check ................................... 156Exhaust pipe

    Cleaning ......................................... 296Exterior lighting

    Cleaning ......................................... 295see Lights

    Exterior mirrorsAdjusting ....................................... 106Dipping (automatic) ....................... 107Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 107Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 107Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 107Setting ........................................... 107Storing settings (memory func-tion) ............................................... 109

    Index 9

  • Storing the parking position .......... 108Eyeglasses compartment ................. 269

    FFavorites

    Overview ........................................ 261Features ............................................. 274Filler cap

    see RefuelingFlat tire

    Changing a wheel/mounting thespare wheel ................................... 335MOExtended tires .......................... 301Preparing the vehicle ..................... 300TIREFIT kit ...................................... 302

    Floormats ........................................... 286Frequencies

    Mobile phone ................................. 342Two-way radio ................................ 342

    FuelAdditives ........................................ 346Consumption statistics .................. 205Displaying the current consump-tion ................................................ 204Displaying the range ...................... 204Driving tips .................................... 155Fuel gauge ....................................... 34Grade (gasoline) ............................ 345Important safety notes .................. 345Problem (malfunction) ................... 152Refueling ........................................ 149Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 345

    Fuel levelCalling up the range (on-boardcomputer) ...................................... 204

    Fuel tankCapacity ........................................ 345Problem (malfunction) ................... 152

    FusesAllocation chart ............................. 315Before changing ............................. 313Dashboard fuse box ....................... 314Fuse box in the engine compart-ment .............................................. 314Fuse box in the front-passengerfootwell .......................................... 314Fuse box in the trunk ..................... 315

    Important safety notes .................. 313

    GG-Meter (on-board computer,Mercedes-AMG vehicles) .................. 216Garage door opener

    Clearing the memory ..................... 286General notes ................................ 283Important safety notes .................. 283Opening/closing the garage door .. 285Problems when programming ........ 285Programming (button in the rear-view mirror) ................................... 284Synchronizing the rolling code ....... 284

    Gear indicator (on-board com-puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....... 216Genuine parts ...................................... 25Glove box ........................................... 269Google™ Local Search

    see also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    HHandbrake

    see Parking brakeHANDS-FREE ACCESS .......................... 84Handwriting recognition

    Switching text reader functionon/off ............................................ 261Touchpad ....................................... 260

    Hazard warning lamps ...................... 112Head restraints

    Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 99Adjusting (manually) ........................ 99Adjusting (rear) ................................ 99Adjusting the fore-and-aft posi-tion manually ................................... 99General notes .................................. 98Important safety notes .................... 98Installing/removing (rear) ................ 99

    Head-up displayAdjusting the brightness ................ 214Displays and operating .................. 203Function/notes ............................. 203Important safety notes .................. 203Selecting displays .......................... 213

    10 Index

  • Setting the position ....................... 214Storing settings (memory func-tion) ............................................... 109

    HeadlampsCleaning system (notes) ................ 348Fogging up ..................................... 113see Automatic headlamp mode

    Heatingsee Climate control

    High beam flasher ............................. 111High-beam headlamps

    Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............. 112Changing bulbs .............................. 115Display message ............................ 231Switching on/off ........................... 111

    Hill start assist .................................. 135HOLD function

    Activating ....................................... 170Activation conditions ..................... 170Deactivating ................................... 170Display message ............................ 238Function/notes ............................. 169General notes ................................ 169

    Home addresssee also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    HoodClosing ........................................... 288Display message ............................ 244Important safety notes .................. 287Opening ......................................... 287

    Horn ...................................................... 33HUD

    see Head-up displayHydroplaning ..................................... 159

    IIgnition lock

    see Key positionsImmobilizer .......................................... 72Indicator and warning lamps

    COLLISION PREVENTION ASSISTPLUS .............................................. 255

    Indicator lampssee Warning and indicator lamps

    Indicatorssee Turn signals

    Insect protection on the radiator .... 288Instrument cluster

    Overview .......................................... 34Warning and indicator lamps ........... 34

    Instrument cluster lighting .............. 200Interior lighting

    Control ........................................... 113Overview ........................................ 113Reading lamp ................................. 113

    iPod®see also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    JJack

    Using ............................................. 337Jump starting (engine) ...................... 308

    KKey positions

    SmartKey ....................................... 131Start/Stop button .......................... 131

    KEYLESS-GOConvenience closing feature ............ 89Deactivation ..................................... 75Locking ............................................ 75Removing the Start/Stop button ... 132Start function ................................... 76Unlocking ......................................... 75

    KickdownDriving tips .................................... 144Manual gearshifting ....................... 148

    Knee bag .............................................. 48

    LLamps

    see Warning and indicator lampsLane Keeping Assist

    Activating/deactivating ................. 194Activating/deactivating (on-board computer) ............................ 213Display message ............................ 237Function/information .................... 193see Active Lane Keeping Assist

    Lane Tracking package ..................... 191Lap time (RACETIMER) ...................... 217

    Index 11

  • LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seatanchors ................................................ 59License plate lamp (display mes-sage) ................................................... 231Light function, active

    Display message ............................ 231Light sensor (display message) ....... 231Lights

    Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............. 112Automatic headlamp mode ............ 110Cornering light function ................. 112Fogged up headlamps .................... 113General notes ................................ 110Hazard warning lamps ................... 112High beam flasher .......................... 111High-beam headlamps ................... 111Light switch ................................... 110Low-beam headlamps .................... 111Parking lamps ................................ 111Rear fog lamp ................................ 111Setting exterior lighting ................. 110Standing lamps .............................. 111Switching the daytime runninglamps on/off (on-board com-puter) ............................................. 214Turn signals ................................... 111see Interior lighting

    Loading guidelines ............................ 268Locking

    see Central lockingLocking (doors)

    Automatic ........................................ 81Emergency locking ........................... 82From inside (central locking but-ton) .................................................. 81

    Locking centrallysee Central locking

    Low-beam headlampsChanging bulbs .............................. 115Display message ............................ 231Switching on/off ........................... 111

    Lumbar supportAdjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-port ................................................ 101

    MM+S tires ............................................ 318

    Malfunction messagesee Display messages

    Matte finish (cleaning instruc-tions) .................................................. 294mbrace

    Call priority .................................... 279Display message ............................ 225Downloading destinations(COMAND) ..................................... 280Downloading routes ....................... 282Emergency call .............................. 277General notes ................................ 276Geo fencing ................................... 283Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 281MB info call button ........................ 279Remote fault diagnosis .................. 282Remote vehicle locking .................. 281Roadside Assistance button .......... 278Search & Send ............................... 280Self-test ......................................... 277Speed alert .................................... 282System .......................................... 277Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 283Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 281

    Mechanical keyFunction/notes ................................ 76General notes .................................. 76Inserting .......................................... 76Locking vehicle ................................ 82Removing ......................................... 76Unlocking the driver's door .............. 82

    Memory card (audio) ......................... 209Memory function

    Seats, steering wheel, exteriormirrors ........................................... 109

    Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive360°camera .................................. 185Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 194Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 197Active Parking Assist ..................... 177ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 189Blind Spot Assist ............................ 191DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 162DISTRONIC PLUS with SteeringAssist and Stop&Go Pilot ............... 168General notes ................................ 160Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 193PARKTRONIC ................................. 174

    12 Index

  • PRE-SAFE® (anticipatory occu-pant protection) ............................... 55PRE-SAFE® PLUS (anticipatoryoccupant protection PLUS) .............. 56Rear view camera .......................... 181Traffic Sign Assist .......................... 190

    Message memory (on-board com-puter) .................................................. 219Messages

    see Display messagessee Warning and indicator lamps

    Mirror turn signalCleaning ......................................... 296

    Mirrorssee Exterior mirrorssee Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)

    Mobile phoneConnecting (Bluetooth® inter-face) .............................................. 265Connecting another mobilephone ............................................ 266Frequencies ................................... 342Installation ..................................... 342Menu (on-board computer) ............ 210Transmission output (maximum) .... 342

    Modifying the programming(SmartKey) ........................................... 76MOExtended tires .............................. 301Mounting wheels

    Lowering the vehicle ...................... 340Mounting a new wheel ................... 339Preparing the vehicle ..................... 336Raising the vehicle ......................... 337Removing a wheel .......................... 339Securing the vehicle against roll-ing away ........................................ 336

    MP3Operation ....................................... 209see also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    Multifunction displayFunction/notes ............................. 202

    Multifunction steering wheelOperating the on-board computer .. 201Overview .......................................... 35

    Multimedia systemSwitching on and off ...................... 259

    Music filessee also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    NNavigation

    Menu (on-board computer) ............ 206see also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    Notes on breaking-in a new vehi-cle ....................................................... 130

    OOccupant Classification System(OCS)

    Conditions ....................................... 49Faults ............................................... 53Operation ......................................... 49System self-test ............................... 51

    Occupant safetyAir bags ........................................... 46Automaticmeasures after an acci-dent ................................................. 56Children in the vehicle ..................... 57Important safety notes .................... 41Introduction to the restraint sys-tem .................................................. 41Occupant Classification System(OCS) ............................................... 49PASSENGER AIR BAG indicatorlamps ............................................... 42Pets in the vehicle ........................... 61PRE-SAFE® (anticipatory occu-pant protection) ............................... 55PRE-SAFE® PLUS (anticipatoryoccupant protection PLUS) .............. 56Restraint system warning lamp ........ 41Seat belt .......................................... 42

    OCSConditions ....................................... 49Faults ............................................... 53Operation ......................................... 49System self-test ............................... 51

    Odometer ........................................... 204Oil

    see Engine oil

    Index 13

  • On-board computerAMG menu ..................................... 216Assistance graphic menu ............... 211Assistance menu ........................... 212Display messages .......................... 219Displaying a service message ........ 291DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 166Factory settings ............................. 215G-Meter ......................................... 216Head-up display ............................. 203Important safety notes .................. 200Instrument cluster menu ............... 215Lights menu ................................... 214Media menu ................................... 208Menu overview .............................. 204Message memory .......................... 219Navigation menu ............................ 206Operation ....................................... 201RACETIMER ................................... 217Radio menu ................................... 208Service menu ................................. 211Settings menu ............................... 211Standard display ............................ 204Telephone menu ............................ 210Trip menu ...................................... 204Video DVD operation ..................... 209

    Operating safetyDeclaration of conformity ................ 28Important safety notes .................... 28

    Operating systemsee On-board computer

    OperationDigital Operator's Manual ................ 23

    Operator's ManualOverview .......................................... 26Vehicle equipment ........................... 26

    Outside temperature display ........... 201Overhead control panel ...................... 39

    PPaddle shifters

    see Steering wheel paddle shiftersPaint code number ............................ 343Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 294Panic alarm .......................................... 41

    Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel

    Important safety notes .................... 90Operating ......................................... 92Operating the roller sunblinds forthe sliding sunroof ........................... 93Problem (malfunction) ..................... 95Rain closing feature ......................... 93Reversing feature ............................. 91

    ParkingImportant safety notes .................. 152Parking brake ................................ 153Position of exterior mirror, front-passenger side ............................... 108Rear view camera .......................... 181Switching off the engine ................ 153see PARKTRONIC

    Parking aidsee 360° camerasee Active Parking Assistsee Exterior mirrorssee PARKTRONICsee Rear view camera

    Parking assistancesee PARKTRONIC

    Parking brakeApplying automatically ................... 154Applying or releasing manually ...... 154Display message ............................ 222Electric parking brake .................... 153Emergency braking ........................ 155General notes ................................ 153Releasing automatically ................. 154Warning lamp ................................. 252

    Parking lampsSwitching on/off ........................... 111

    PARKTRONICDeactivating/activating ................. 176Driving system ............................... 174Function/notes ............................. 174Important safety notes .................. 174Problem (malfunction) ................... 177Range of the sensors ..................... 175Warning display ............................. 176

    PASSENGER AIR BAGDisplay message ............................ 229Indicator lamps ................................ 42Problems (malfunction) .................. 229

    14 Index

  • Perfume atomizerOperating ....................................... 126Problem (malfunction) ................... 128Setting the perfume intensity(multimedia system) ...................... 263Vial ................................................ 126

    Pets in the vehicle ............................... 61Phone book

    see also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    Plastic trim (cleaning instruc-tions) .................................................. 297Power washers .................................. 293Power windows

    see Side windowsPRE-SAFE® (anticipatory occupantprotection)

    Display message ............................ 226Operation ......................................... 55

    PRE-SAFE® BrakeActivating/deactivating ................. 212Display message ............................ 226Function/notes ................................ 70Important safety notes .................... 70Warning lamp ................................. 255

    PRE-SAFE® PLUS (anticipatoryoccupant protection PLUS)

    Operation ......................................... 56Protection against theft

    ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 73Immobilizer ...................................... 72

    Protection of the environmentGeneral notes .................................. 25

    Pulling awayAutomatic transmission ................. 134General notes ................................ 134Hill start assist ............................... 135

    QQR code

    Mercedes-Benz Guide App ................. 1Rescue card ..................................... 30

    Qualified specialist workshop ........... 29Quick access for audio and tele-phone

    Changing the station/musictrack .............................................. 261

    RRACE START (Mercedes-AMG vehi-cles) .................................................... 171RACETIMER (on-board computer) .... 217Radiator cover ................................... 288Radio

    Selecting a station ......................... 208Radio mode

    see also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    Radio-wave reception/transmis-sion in the vehicle

    Declaration of conformity ................ 28Rain closing feature (panoramaroof with power tilt/sliding panel) .... 93Reading lamp ..................................... 113Rear compartment

    Setting the air vents ...................... 128Rear fog lamp

    Display message ............................ 231Switching on/off ........................... 111

    Rear lampssee Lights

    Rear seat (folding the backrest for-wards/back) ...................................... 270Rear view camera

    Cleaning instructions ..................... 296Display in the multimedia system .. 182Function/notes ............................. 181Switching on/off ........................... 182

    Rear window defrosterProblem (malfunction) ................... 126Switching on/off ........................... 125

    Rear-view mirrorDipping (automatic) ....................... 107

    Reflective safety jacket .................... 299Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-tem)

    Important safety notes .................. 348Refueling

    Fuel gauge ....................................... 34Important safety notes .................. 149Refueling process .......................... 150see Fuel

    Remote controlGarage door opener ....................... 283

    Index 15

  • Programming (garage dooropener) .......................................... 284

    Replacing bulbsImportant safety notes .................. 114Overview of bulb types .................. 114Removing/replacing the cover(front wheel arch) .......................... 114

    Reporting safety defects .................... 30Rescue card ......................................... 30Reserve (fuel tank)

    see FuelReserve fuel

    Display message ............................ 235Warning lamp ................................. 252

    Restraint systemDisplay message ............................ 227Introduction ..................................... 41Warning lamp ................................. 252Warning lamp (function) ................... 41

    Reversing featurePanorama sliding sunroof ................ 91Roller sunblinds ............................... 93Side windows ................................... 87Sliding sunroof ................................. 91Trunk lid ........................................... 83

    Reversing lamps (display mes-sage) ................................................... 231Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 27Roller sunblind

    Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel ..................................... 93

    Roof carrier ........................................ 273Roof lining and carpets (cleaningguidelines) ......................................... 298Roof load (maximum) ........................ 349Route guidance

    see also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    SSafety

    Children in the vehicle ..................... 57see Occupant safetysee Operating safety

    Safety systemsee Driving safety systems

    SD memory cardEjecting .......................................... 267Inserting ........................................ 267Inserting/removing ........................ 266see also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258Selecting ........................................ 209

    Search & Sendsee also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    Seat beltsAdjusting the driver's and front-passenger seat belt ......................... 46Cleaning ......................................... 298Correct usage .................................. 44Fastening ......................................... 45Important safety guidelines ............. 43Introduction ..................................... 42Releasing ......................................... 46Warning lamp ................................. 247Warning lamp (function) ................... 46

    SeatsAdjusting (electrically) ..................... 98Adjusting (Performance Seat) ........ 101Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-port ................................................ 101Adjusting the head restraint ............ 98Calling up a stored setting (mem-ory function) .................................. 109Cleaning the cover ......................... 297Correct driver's seat position ........... 96Folding the backrests forward/back ............................................... 100Important safety notes .................... 96Seat backrest display message ..... 244Seat heating .................................. 101Seat heating problem .................... 103Storing settings (memory func-tion) ............................................... 109Switching seat heating on/off ....... 101Switching seat ventilation on/off .................................................. 102

    Securing a loadsee Securing cargo

    Securing cargo .................................. 272Selector lever

    Cleaning ......................................... 297see Automatic transmission

    16 Index

  • Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 296Service menu (on-board com-puter) .................................................. 211Service message

    see ASSYST PLUSService products

    Brake fluid ..................................... 347Coolant (engine) ............................ 347Engine oil ....................................... 346Fuel ................................................ 344Important safety notes .................. 344Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-tem) ............................................... 348Washer fluid ................................... 348

    Setting the date/time formatsee also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    Setting the languagesee also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    Setting the timesee also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    SettingsFactory (on-board computer) ......... 215On-board computer ....................... 211

    SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 216Side impact air bag ............................. 48Side marker lamp (display mes-sage) ................................................... 231Side windows

    Cleaning ......................................... 295Convenience closing feature ............ 88Convenience opening feature .......... 88Important safety information ........... 87Opening/closing .............................. 87Problem (malfunction) ..................... 90Resetting ......................................... 89Reversing feature ............................. 87

    SIRIUS servicessee also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    Sliding sunroofOpening/closing .............................. 91Resetting ......................................... 92see Panorama roof with powertilt/sliding panel

    SmartKeyChanging the battery ....................... 77Changing the programming ............. 76Checking the battery ....................... 77Convenience closing feature ............ 89Convenience opening feature .......... 88Display message ............................ 245Door central locking/unlocking ....... 74Important safety notes .................... 74KEYLESS-GO start function .............. 76Loss ................................................. 79Mechanical key ................................ 76Overview .......................................... 74Positions (ignition lock) ................. 131Problem (malfunction) ..................... 79Starting the engine ........................ 133

    SmartphoneStarting the engine ........................ 134

    SMSsee also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    Snow chains ...................................... 319Socket (12 V)

    Center console .............................. 276General notes ................................ 276Rear compartment ......................... 276

    SoundSwitching on/off ........................... 259

    Special seat belt retractor .................. 57Specialist workshop ............................ 29Speed, controlling

    see Cruise controlSpeedometer

    Activating/deactivating the addi-tional speedometer ........................ 215Digital ............................................ 205In the Instrument cluster ................. 34Segments ...................................... 200Selecting the display unit ............... 215

    SPORT handling modeDeactivating/activating(Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ................ 68Warning lamp ................................. 251

    Sports exhaust systemsee AMG sports exhaust system

    Standing lampsDisplay message ............................ 231Switching on/off ........................... 111

    Index 17

  • Start/Stop buttonStarting the engine ........................ 133

    Start/stop functionsee ECO start/stop function

    Starting (engine) ................................ 133STEER CONTROL .................................. 72Steering

    Display message ............................ 245Warning lamps ............................... 257

    Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot(DISTRONIC PLUS)

    Display message ............................ 240Steering assistant STEER CON-TROL

    see STEER CONTROLSteering wheel

    Adjusting (electrically) ................... 104Adjusting (manually) ...................... 103Button overview ............................... 35Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 201Cleaning ......................................... 297EASY ENTRY/EXIT feature ............. 105Important safety notes .................. 103Steering wheel heating .................. 104Storing settings (memory func-tion) ............................................... 109

    Steering wheel heatingProblem (malfunction) ................... 105Switching on/off ........................... 104

    Steering wheel paddle shifters ........ 146Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 217Stowage areas ................................... 268Stowage compartments

    Armrest (under) ............................. 269Center console .............................. 269Cup holders ................................... 274Door ............................................... 270Eyeglasses compartment ............... 269Glove box ....................................... 269Important safety information ......... 268Map pockets .................................. 270Stowage net ................................... 270see Stowage areas

    Stowage net ....................................... 270Stowage well beneath the trunkfloor .................................................... 273

    Summer tiresIn winter ........................................ 318

    Sun visor ............................................ 274Suspension setting

    AIRMATIC ...................................... 173AMG adaptive sport suspensionsystem ........................................... 173

    Suspension settingsSETUP (on-board computer) .......... 216

    Switching air-recirculation modeon/off ................................................. 126Switching on media mode

    Via the device list .......................... 266

    TTachometer ........................................ 201Tail lamps

    Display message ............................ 231see Lights

    Tank contentFuel gauge ....................................... 34

    Technical dataCapacities ...................................... 344Information .................................... 342Tires/wheels ................................. 340Vehicle data ................................... 349

    TelephoneAccepting a call (multifunctionsteering wheel) .............................. 210Authorizing a mobile phone (con-necting) ......................................... 265Connecting a mobile phone (gen-eral information) ............................ 265Display message ............................ 245Introduction ................................... 210Menu (on-board computer) ............ 210Number from the phone book ........ 210Redialing ........................................ 211Rejecting/ending a call ................. 210see also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258Switching between mobilephones ........................................... 266

    TemperatureCoolant (display in the instrumentcluster) .......................................... 201

    18 Index

  • Engine oil (on-board computer,Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ............... 216Outside temperature ...................... 201Setting (climate control) ................ 124Transmission oil (on-board com-puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..... 216

    Timing (RACETIMER) ......................... 217Tire pressure

    Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 323Checking manually ........................ 322Display message ............................ 241Maximum ....................................... 322Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 303Notes ............................................. 321Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 304Recommended ............................... 319

    Tire pressure loss warning systemGeneral notes ................................ 322Important safety notes .................. 322Restarting ...................................... 323

    Tire pressure monitorChecking the tire pressure elec-tronically ........................................ 325Function/notes ............................. 323General notes ................................ 323Important safety notes .................. 324Restarting ...................................... 325Warning lamp ................................. 256Warning message .......................... 325

    TIREFIT kitImportant safety notes .................. 302Storage location ............................ 300Tire pressure not reached .............. 303Tire pressure reached .................... 304Using ............................................. 302

    TiresAspect ratio (definition) ................. 335Average weight of the vehicleoccupants (definition) .................... 333Bar (definition) ............................... 333Changing a wheel .......................... 335Characteristics .............................. 333Checking ........................................ 317Curb weight (definition) ................. 334Definition of terms ......................... 333Direction of rotation ...................... 336Display message ............................ 241

    Distribution of the vehicle occu-pants (definition) ............................ 335DOT (Department of Transporta-tion) (definition) ............................. 333DOT, Tire Identification Number(TIN) ............................................... 333GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)(definition) ..................................... 334GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (def-inition) ........................................... 334GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-ing) (definition) .............................. 334Important safety notes .................. 316Increased vehicle weight due tooptional equipment (definition) ...... 334Information on driving .................... 316Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 334Labeling (overview) ........................ 330Load bearing index (definition) ...... 335Load index ..................................... 332Load index (definition) ................... 334Maximum load on a tire (defini-tion) ............................................... 334Maximum loaded vehicle weight(definition) ..................................... 334Maximum permissible tire pres-sure (definition) ............................. 334Maximum tire load ......................... 332Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 334MOExtended tires .......................... 318Optional equipment weight (defi-nition) ............................................ 335PSI (pounds per square inch) (def-inition) ........................................... 335Replacing ....................................... 335Service life ..................................... 317Sidewall (definition) ....................... 335Snow chains .................................. 319Speed rating (definition) ................ 334Storing ........................................... 336Structure and characteristics(definition) ..................................... 333Summer tires in winter .................. 318Temperature .................................. 330TIN (Tire Identification Number)(definition) ..................................... 335Tire bead (definition) ...................... 335Tire pressure (definition) ................ 335

    Index 19

  • Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 334Tire size (data) ............................... 340Tire size designation, load-bearingcapacity, speed rating .................... 330Tire tread ....................................... 317Tire tread (definition) ..................... 335Total load limit (definition) ............. 335Traction ......................................... 329Traction (definition) ....................... 335Tread wear ..................................... 329Uniform Tire Quality GradingStandards ...................................... 329Uniform Tire Quality GradingStandards (definition) .................... 334Wear indicator (definition) ............. 335Wheel and tire combination ........... 340Wheel rim (definition) .................... 334see Flat tire

    Top Tether ............................................ 59Touchpad

    Changing the station/musictrack .............................................. 261Character suggestions ................... 260Deleting characters ....................... 260Entering a space ............................ 260Entering characters ....................... 260Gesture control .............................. 260Handwriting recognition ................ 260Operating the touchpad ................. 260Overview ........................................ 260Quick access for Audio .................. 261Switching ....................................... 260Switching input line ....................... 260

    Tow-startingEmergency engine starting ............ 313Important safety notes .................. 310

    Towing a trailerESP® (Electronic Stability Pro-gram) ............................................... 69

    Towing awayImportant safety guidelines ........... 310Installing the towing eye ................ 311Notes for 4MATIC vehicles ............ 313Removing the towing eye ............... 311Transporting the vehicle ................ 312With both axles on the ground ....... 312With the rear axle raised ................ 311

    Towing eye ......................................... 300

    Traffic reportssee also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    Traffic Sign AssistDisplay message ............................ 238Function/notes ............................. 190Important safety notes .................. 190Instrument cluster display ............. 191

    Transfer case ..................................... 149Transmission

    see Automatic transmissionTransmission position display ......... 142Transmission position display(DIRECT SELECT lever) ...................... 142Transporting the vehicle .................. 312Trim pieces (cleaning instruc-tions) .................................................. 297Trip computer (on-board com-puter) .................................................. 205Trip odometer

    Calling up ....................................... 204Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 206

    TrunkImportant safety notes .................... 82Locking separately ........................... 86Opening/closing (automaticallyfrom inside) ...................................... 85Opening/closing (automaticallyfrom outside) ................................... 83Opening/closing (from outside,HANDS-FREE ACCESS) .................... 84Opening/closing (manually fromoutside) ............................................ 83

    Trunk lidDisplay message ............................ 244Obstacle recognition ........................ 83Opening dimensions ...................... 349Opening/closing .............................. 82

    Trunk load (maximum) ...................... 349Turn signals

    Changing bulbs (front) ................... 115Display message ............................ 231Switching on/off ........................... 111

    Two-way radioFrequencies ................................... 342Installation ..................................... 342Transmission output (maximum) .... 342

    20 Index

  • Type identification platesee Vehicle identification plate

    UUnlocking

    Emergency unlocking ....................... 82From inside the vehicle (centralunlocking button) ............................. 81

    USB devicesConnecting to the Media Inter-face ............................................... 267

    VVanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........ 275Vehicle

    Correct use ...................................... 29Data acquisition ............................... 30Display message ............................ 243Equipment ....................................... 26Individual settings .......................... 211Limited Warranty ............................. 30Loading .......................................... 326Locking (in an emergency) ............... 82Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 74Lowering ........................................ 340Maintenance .................................... 27Operating safety .............................. 28Parking .......................................... 152Parking for a long period ................ 155Pulling away ................................... 134Raising ........................................... 337Reporting problems ......................... 29Securing from rolling away ............ 336Towing away .................................. 310Transporting .................................. 312Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 82Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 74Vehicle data ................................... 349

    Vehicle dataRoof load (maximum) ..................... 349Trunk load (maximum) ................... 349

    Vehicle dimensions ........................... 349Vehicle emergency locking ................ 82Vehicle identification number

    see VINVehicle identification plate .............. 343

    Vehicle levelAIRMATIC ...................................... 172Display message ............................ 236

    Vehicle tool kit .................................. 300Video

    Operating the DVD ......................... 209see also Digital Operator's Man-ual .................................................. 258

    VINSeat ............................................... 344Type plate ...................................... 343

    Voice Control Systemsee Separate operating instructions

    WWarning and indicator lamps

    ABS ................................................ 249Brakes ........................................... 248Check Engine ................................. 252Coolant .......................................... 253Distance warning ........................... 255ESP® .............................................. 249ESP® OFF ....................................... 251Fuel tank ........................................ 252General notes ................................ 246Overview .......................................... 34Parking brake ................................ 252PASSENGER AIR BAG ...................... 42Reserve fuel ................................... 252Restraint system ............................ 252Seat belt ........................................ 247SPORT handling mode ................... 251Steering ......................................... 257Tire pressure monitor .................... 256

    Warranty .............................................. 26Washer fluid

    Display message ............................ 245Wheel and tire combinations

    Tires ............................................... 340Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 340Wheel chock ...................................... 336Wheels

    Changing a wheel .......................... 335Checking ........................................ 317Cleaning ......................................... 295Important safety notes .................. 316Information on driving .................... 316

    Index 21

  • Interchanging/changing ................ 335Mounting a new wheel ................... 339Mounting a wheel .......................... 336Removing a wheel .......................... 339Snow chains .................................. 319Storing ........................................... 336Tightening torque ........................... 340Wheel size/tire size ....................... 340

    Window curtain air bagDisplay message ............................ 228Operation ......................................... 49

    Windowssee Side windows

    WindshieldDefrosting ...................................... 124

    Windshield washer fluidsee Windshield washer system

    Windshield washer systemAdding washer fluid ....................... 290Important safety notes .................. 348

    Windshield wipersProblem (malfunction) ................... 119Replacing the wiper blades ............ 116Switching on/off ........................... 116

    Winter drivingImportant safety notes .................. 318Slippery road surfaces ................... 160Snow chains .................................. 319

    Winter operationRadiator cover ............................... 288Summer tires ................................. 318

    Winter tiresM+S tires ....................................... 318

    Wiper bladesCleaning ......................................... 295Important safety notes .................. 116Replacing ....................................... 116Replacing (windshield) ................... 117

    Wooden trim (cleaning instruc-tions) .................................................. 297Workshop

    see Qualified specialist workshop

    22 Index

  • Introduction

    The printed Operator's Manual provides infor-mation about the safe operation of your vehicle.The Digital Operator's Manual additionallydescribes further functions and equipmentinstalled in your vehicle. The functions of thevehicle and multimedia system are described inthe Digital Operator's Manual. You can call uptheDigital Operator'sManual via themultimediasystem.

    i You will not incur any costs when calling upthe Digital Operator's Manual. The DigitalOperator's Manual works without connectingto the Internet.

    There are three ways to access the topics of theDigital Operator's Manual:RVisual searchThe visual search allows you to explore yourvehicle "virtually". Starting from either thevehicle exterior view or interior view, you canaccess many of the different topics coveredby the Digital Operator's Manual. To accessthe vehicle interior section, select the "Vehi-cle interior" view.RKeyword searchThe keyword search allows you to search for akeyword by entering characters. Furtherinformation can be found in the Digital Oper-ator's Manual in the "Audio 20" or "COMAND"section under the "Character entry (teleph-ony)" keyword.RContentsYou can select individual sections in the con-tents.

    i The Digital Operator's Manual is deactiva-ted for safety reasons while driving.

    Operation

    Calling up the Digital Operator's Man-ualX Press theØ button in the center console.The overview relating to the vehicle appears.

    X Select the "Operator's Manual" menu item byturning3 or pressing7 the controller.

    X Confirm7 the message about the warningand safety notes.The basic menu for the Digital Operator'sManual appears.

    Operating the Digital Operator's Man-ual

    General notesPlease observe the information about the oper-ation of the controller (Y page 259).

    Content pagesThe content pages can be accessed bymeans ofa visual search, a keyword search or using thecontents.

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  • X To call up the basic menu of the DigitalOperator's Manual: selectÞ symbolA.

    X To switch functions to the multimediasystem using the buttons on the centerconsole: press the$,%,Õ orØbutton.The selected menu appears. The Digital Oper-ator's Manual remains open in the back-ground.

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  • Protection of the environment

    General notes

    H Environmental noteDaimler's declared policy is one of compre-hensive environmental protection.The objectives are for the natural resourcesthat form the basis of our existence on thisplanet to be used sparingly and in a mannerthat takes the requirements of both natureand humanity into account.You too can help to protect the environmentby operating your vehicle in an environmen-tally responsible manner.Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,transmission, brake and tire wear are affectedby these factors:Roperating conditions of your vehicleRyour personal driving styleYou can influence both factors. You shouldbear the following in mind:Operating conditions:Ravoid short trips as these increase fuel con-sumption.Ralways make sure that the tire pressuresare correct.Rdo not carry any unnecessary weight.Rremove roof racks once you no longer needthem.Ra regularly serviced vehicle will contributeto environmental protection. You shouldtherefore adhere to the service intervals.Ralways have service work carried out at aqualified specialist workshop.

    Personal driving style:Rdo not depress the accelerator pedal whenstarting the engine.Rdo notwarmup the enginewhen the vehicleis stationary.Rdrive carefully and maintain a safe distancefrom the vehicle in front.Ravoid frequent, sudden acceleration andbraking.

    Rchange gear in good time and use each gearonly up toÔ of its maximum engine speed.Rswitch off the engine in stationary traffic.Rkeep an eye on the vehicle's fuel consump-tion.

    H Environmental noteHave a defective high-voltage battery dis-posed of in an environmentally-responsiblemanner. Contact a qualified specialist work-shop which has the necessary specialistknowledge and tools to carry out the workrequired. Mercedes-Benz recommends thatyou use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Centerfor this purpose.

    Environmental concerns and recom-mendationsWherever the operating instructions require youto dispose of materials, first try to regenerate orre-use them. Observe the relevant environmen-tal rules and regulations when disposing ofmaterials. In this way you will help to protect theenvironment.

    Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts

    H Environmental noteDaimler AG also supplies reconditionedmajorassemblies and parts which are of the samequality as new parts. They are covered by thesame Limited Warranty entitlements as newparts.

    ! Air bags and Emergency Tensioning Devi-ces, as well as control units and sensors forthese restraint systems, may be installed inthe following areas of your vehicle:RdoorsRdoor pillarsRdoor sillsRseatsRcockpitRinstrument clusterRcenter console

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  • Do not install accessories such as audio sys-tems in these areas. Do not carry out repairsor welding. You could impair the operatingefficiency of the restraint systems.Have aftermarket accessories installed at aqualified specialist workshop.

    You could jeopardize the operating safety ofyour vehicle if you use parts, tires and wheels aswell as accessories relevant to safety whichhave not been approved byMercedes-Benz. Thiscould lead to malfunctions in safety-relevantsystems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genu-ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual-ity. Only use tires, wheels and accessories thathave been specifically approved for your vehi-cle.Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subject tostrict quality control. Every part has been spe-cifically developed, manufactured or selectedfor and adapted to Mercedes-Benz vehicles.Only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts shouldtherefore be used.More than 300,000 different genuineMercedes-Benz parts are available forMercedes-Benz models.All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintaina supply of genuine Mercedes-Benz parts fornecessary service and repair work. In addition,strategically located parts delivery centers pro-vide quick and reliable parts service.Always specify the vehicle identification number(VIN) when ordering genuine Mercedes-Benzparts (Y page 343).

    Operator's Manual

    Vehicle equipmenti ThisOperator'sManual describes allmodelsand all standard and optional equipment ofyour vehicle available at the time of going toprint. Country-specific differences are possi-ble. Bear in mind that your vehicle may notfeature all functions described here. This alsoapplies to safety-relevant systems and func-tions. The equipment in your vehicle maytherefore differ from that shown in thedescriptions and illustrations.

    The original purchase agreement lists all sys-tems installed in your vehicle.

    Should you have any questions concerningequipment and operation, please consult anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center.The Operator's Manual and Maintenance Book-let are important documents and should be keptin the vehicle.

    Service and vehicle operation

    WarrantyThe implied warranty for your vehicle applies inaccordance with the warranty terms and condi-tions in the Service and Warranty Informationbooklet.Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center willreplace and repair all factory-installed parts inaccordance with the following warranty termsand conditions:RNew Vehicle Limited WarrantyREmission System WarrantyREmission Performance WarrantyRCalifornia, Connecticut, Maine, Massachu-setts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Islandand Vermont Emission Control System War-rantyRState warranty enforcement laws (lemonlaws)

    Replacement parts and accessories are coveredby the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessorieswarranties. These are available at any author-ized Mercedes-Benz Center.

    i Should you lose your Service and WarrantyInformation booklet, have an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center arrange for a replace-ment. The new Service and Warranty Infor-mation booklet will be posted to you.

    Information for customers in Califor-niaUnder California law you may be entitled to areplacement of your vehicle or a refund of thepurchase price or lease price, if after a reason-able number of repair attempts Mercedes-BenzUSA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or servicefacilities fail to fix one or more substantialdefects