Mercedes E-Class Wagon 2017 Manual
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tents of theOperator's Manual
directly via thevehicle's multi‐
media system (menu item "Vehi‐
cle"). Startwiththe quickguide,
discoveryour vehicle's highlights
or broaden your knowledgewith
useful tips.
Hereyou can find comprehen‐
sive informationabout operating
your vehicle and about services
and warranties in printed form.
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ual on theMercedes-Benz home‐
page.
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is available free-of-charge in
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Order no. P213 046413
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Part no. 213584 38 04
E-Class Wagon
Operator'sManual
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon
Publication details
Internet
Further information about Mercedes-Benzvehi‐
cles and about Daimler AG can be found on the
following websites:
http://www.mbusa.com (USAonly)
http://www.mercedes-benz.ca (Canada only)
Editorial office
©Daimler AG:Not to be reprinted, translated or
otherwise reproduced, in whole or in part, with‐
out written permission from Daimler AG.
Vehiclemanufacturer
Daimler AG
Mercedesstrasse 137
70327Stuttgart
Germany
Symbols
In this Operator's Manual, youwill find thefol‐
lowing symbols:
&DANGER Dangerdue to notobserving
thewarning notices
Warning notices draw your attentiontohaz‐
ards that mayendanger your healthorlife, or
thehealthorlifeofothers.
#Please observe thewarning notices in
this manual.
+ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental
damage due to failuretoobserve envi‐
ronmental notes
Environmental notesinclude information on
environmentally responsible behavior or envi‐
ronmentally responsible disposal.
#Observe environmentalnotes.
*NOTE Damage to property due to failure
to observe notesonmaterial damage
Notesonmaterial damageinformyou of
riskswhichmay lead to your vehicle being
damaged.
#Observe notesonmaterial damage.
%Useful instructions or further information
that couldbehelpful to you.
XInstruction
(Qpage)Further information on atopic
Display Information in themultifunction dis‐
play/multimedia display
+Highestmenu level, whichistobe
selected in themultimedia system
*Corresponding submenus, whichare
to be selected in themultimedia sys‐
tem
*Indicates acause
As at 19.04.16
Welcome to theworld of Mercedes-Benz
Before youfirst drive off, read this Operator's
Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with
your vehicle. Foryour own safety and a longer
vehicle life, follow the instructions and warning
notices in this Operator's Manual. Disregarding
them may lead to damage to thevehicle or per‐
sonal injury.
Vehicle damage resulting from the disregard of
the instructions is not coveredby the Mercedes-
Benz Limited Warranty.
The equipment or model designation of your
vehicle may vary according to:
RModel
ROrder
RNational version
RAvailability
Mercedes-Benz reservestheright to introduce
changes in thefollowing areas:
RDesign
REquipment
RTechnical features
The equipment in your vehicle may therefore dif‐
fer from that shown in the descriptions and illus‐
trations.
The following are integral parts of thevehicle:
RDigital Operator's Manual
RPrinted Operator's Manual
RMaintenance Booklet
REquipment-dependent supplements
Keep these documents in thevehicle at all
times. If you sell thevehicle, always pass all of
the documents on to the new owner.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
A Daimler Company
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Drivingand parking ................................. 133
Driving ........................................................ 133
DYNAMIC SELECT switch ............................140
Automatic transmission .............................. 141
Refueling .................................................... 145
Parking .......................................................147
Driving and driving safety systems .............154
Instrument Display and on-board
computer.................................................. 199
Instrument Display overview .......................199
Overview of the buttons on thesteering
wheel ..........................................................200
Operating the on-board computer .............. 200
Displays in the multifunction display ........... 201
Adjusting the instrument lighting ............... 202
Menus and submenus ................................ 202
Head-up Display ......................................... 208
Multimedia system .................................. 210
Overview and operation .............................. 210
System settings .......................................... 218
Garmin®MAP PILOT navigation module ..... 223
Telephone ...................................................224
Online and Internet functions ..................... 234
Media ......................................................... 237
Radio .......................................................... 243
Sound ......................................................... 248
Maintenance and care ............................. 250
ASSYST PLUS service interval display ........ 250
Engine compartment .................................. 251
Cleaning and care .......................................257
Breakdown assistance ............................ 264
Emergency .................................................. 264
Flat tire ....................................................... 264
Battery (vehicle) ......................................... 270
Towstarting or towing away ....................... 275
Electrical fuses ........................................... 280
Wheels and tires ...................................... 284
Noise or unusual handling characteris‐
tics .............................................................284
Regular checking of wheels and tires ......... 284
Notes on snow chains ................................ 285
Tire pressure .............................................. 285
Loading thevehicle .....................................291
Tire labeling ................................................ 296
Definitions for tires and loading .................. 301
Changing a wheel ....................................... 304
Technical data ........................................... 314
Notes on technical data .............................. 314
Vehicle electronics ...................................... 314
Vehicle identification plate, VIN and
engine number ............................................ 316
Operating fluids .......................................... 318
Vehicle data ................................................ 324
Display messages and warning/indi‐
cator lamps .............................................. 326
Display messages .......................................326
Warning and indicator lamps ...................... 368
Index ......................................................... 386
Contents 3
4At aglance – Cockpit
1Steering wheel gearshift paddle →143
2Combination switch →115
3DIRECT SELECT lever→141
4Display (multimedia system) →210
5Start/Stop button →134
6Control panel for multimedia system →210
7Climate control systems →128
8Glove box →94
9Hazard warning lights →116
AStowage compartment →94
BControls forthe multimedia system →210
CTo lowertherear head restraint →84
DECO start/stop function →139
EParking Pilot →188
FTo set thevehicle level→176
GDYNAMIC SELECT switch →140
HPASSENGER AIRBAG indicator lamp →,37
IControl panel for multimedia system →200
JTo adjust thesteering wheel →90
KControl panel for on-board computer →200
LCruise control lever→164
MTo unlock the hood →251
NElectric parking brake →151
OLight switch →114
PControl panel for:
Steering Pilot →173
Active Lane Keeping Assist →197
Parking Assist PARKTRONIC→180
Head-up Display →209
At aglance – Cockpit 5
Instrument Display
6At aglance – Warning and indicator lamps
1Speedometer →199
2÷ESP®
3#! Turn signal light →115
4ÐSteering assistance malfunction
5Multifunction display →201
6!ABS malfunction
7;Check Engine
8Tachometer→199
9%This indicator lamp has no function
AElectric parking brake applied (red)
FUSA only
!Canada only
BBrakes (red)
$USA only
JCanada only
C#Electrical malfunction
D·Distance warning
E?Coolant too hot/cold
FCoolant temperature gauge →199
GJBrakes (yellow)
H!Electric parking brake (yellow)
I6Restraint system →27
JüSeat belt is not fastened
KTParking lights →114
LFuel level indicator
8Fuel reserve with fuel filler flap location
indicator
MKHigh beam →115
NLLow beam →114
ORRear fog light →115
PhTire pressure monitoring system
QåESP®OFF
At aglance – Warning and indicator lamps 7
8At aglance – Overhead control panel
1Sun visors →125
2Roadside Assistance call button (mbrace®)→233
3pSwitches the left-hand reading lamp
on/off
→118
4|Switches the automatic lighting control
on/off
→118
5SOS button (mbrace®)→232
6cSwitches the front interior lighting on/off →118
7uSwitches therear interior lighting on/off →118
8pSwitches theright-hand reading lamp
on/off
→118
9MB Info call button (mbrace®)→233
AEyeglasses box →94
B3Opens/closes the panoramic sliding sun‐
roof
→70
Opens/closes theroller sun blinds →70
CInside mirror→124
At aglance – Overhead control panel 9
10 At aglance – Door control panel and seat adjustment
1Adjusts the seats electrically →81
2Switches the seat heater on/off →84
3Switches the seat ventilation on/off →85
4Adjusts the front passenger seat from the driv‐
er's seat
→81
5&% Locks/unlocks thevehicle →56
6Opens/closes thetailgate →59
7Adjusts and folds the outside mirrors out/in
electrically
→123
8WOpens/closes theright side window →66
9WOpens/closes therear right side window →66
AChild safetylockfortherear side windows →49
BWOpens/closes therear left side window →66
CWOpens/closes the left side window →66
DOpens the door →56
ESets the memory function →91
FSets the seat fore-and-aft adjustment →80
GAdjusts the seat cushion length →80
HAdjusts the 4-way lumbar support →82
ISeat adjustment using the multimedia system
JAdjusts the head restraints →82
KAdjusts the seat cushion inclination →80
LAdjusts the seat height →80
MAdjusts the seat backrest inclination →80
At aglance – Door control panel and seat adjustment 11
12 At aglance – Emergencies and breakdowns
What to do in theevent of an accident
1QR code for accessing therescue card →22
2Safetyvests→264
3Button forthe SOS emergency call system and
breakdown assistance
→231
4Checking and topping up operating fluids →318
5Tow-starting and towing away →276
6Flat tire →264
7Starting assistance →272
8Hazard warning lights →116
9Fuel filler flap with instruction labels for tire
pressure, fuel type and QR code for accessing
therescue card
→145
ATow-starting and towing away →276
BTire-change tool kit →307
CTIREFIT kit →266
At aglance – Emergencies and breakdowns 13
Calling up the Digital Operator's Manual
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Operator's Manual
#Select a menu item.
The Digital Operator's Manual describes the
function and operation of:
Rthevehicle
Rthe multimedia system
For safetyreasons, the Digital Operator's Man‐
ual is deactivated while driving.
The Digital Operator's Manual contains thefol‐
lowing menu items:
RSearch: allows youto search precisely for
keywords.
RQuickstart:provides youwithimportant
information so that you can start using your
vehicle immediately.
RTips: provides tips on how to use your vehicle
in certain situations.
RBookmarks: provides youwith a list of all the
bookmarks you have stored yourself.
#To scroll forwards/backwards: turn the
controller.
#To display in full screen: navigate to the
left 1.
#To select a note or store a bookmark: nav‐
igate to theright 3.
#To select a link: navigate down 2.
#To exit a content page: select the%
symbol 5.
#To call up the basic menu of the Digital
Operator's Manual: select Þsymbol
4.
#To switch functions to the multimedia
system using the buttons on the center
console: press theß,$,Õor
%button.
The selected menu appears. The Digital Opera‐
tor's Manual remains open in the background.
%The Operator's Manual can also be found in
the Mercedes-Benz Guides app in all com‐
mon app stores.
14 Digital Operator's Manual
Protecting the environment
+ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental
damage due to operating conditions and
personal driving style
The pollutant emission of your vehicle is
directly related to thewayyou operate your
vehicle.
You can help to protect the environment by
operating your vehicle in an environmentally-
responsible manner. Please observe thefol‐
lowing recommendations on operating condi‐
tions and personal driving style.
Operating conditions:
#Make sure that the tire pressure is cor‐
rect.
#Do not carry any unnecessary weight
(e.g. roof luggage racks once you no
longer need them).
#Adhere to the service intervals.
Aregularly serviced vehicle will contrib‐
ute to environmental protection.
#Always have service work carried out at
aqualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
#Do not depress the accelerator pedal
when starting the engine.
#Do not warm up the engine while the
vehicle is stationary.
#Drive carefully and maintain a suitable
distance from thevehicle in front.
#Avoid frequent, sudden acceleration
and braking.
#Change gear in good time and use each
gear only up to Ôof its maximum
engine speed.
#Switch off the engine in stationary traf‐
fic.
#Keep an eye on thevehicle's fuel con‐
sumption.
Environmental issues and recommendations:
It is recommended that youre-use or recycle
materials first instead of just disposing of them.
The relevant environmental regulations and
guidelines serve to protect the environment and
must be strictly observed.
Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts
+ENVIRONMENTALNOTE Environmental
damage caused by the non-use of recon‐
ditioned components.
Daimler AG offers recycled reconditioned
components and parts with the same quality
as new parts. The same entitlement from the
limited warranty is valid as for new parts.
#Use recycled reconditioned compo‐
nents and parts from Daimler AG.
General notes15
*NOTE Impairment of the operating effi‐
ciency of therestraint systems from
installing accessories or from repairs or
welding
Airbags, Emergency Tensioning Devices, as
well as control units and sensors forthe
restraint systems, may be installed in thefol‐
lowing areas of your vehicle:
RDoors
RDoor pillars
RDoor sills
RSeats
RCockpit
RInstrument cluster
RCenter console
#Do not install accessories such as audio
systems in these areas.
#Do not carry out repairs or welding.
#Have accessories retrofitted at a quali‐
fied specialist workshop.
You could jeopardize the operating safetyof your
vehicle if you use parts, tires and wheels as well
as accessories relevant to safetywhichhave not
been approvedby Mercedes-Benz. This could
lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant systems,
forexample, the brake system. Only use
Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts or parts of equal
quality. Only use tires, wheels and accessory
parts that have been specifically approvedfor
your vehicle model.
Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts are subject to
strict quality control. Each part has been spe‐
cially developed, manufactured or selectedfor
Mercedes-Benz vehicles and fine-tuned forthem.
Therefore, only Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts
should be used.
More than 300,000 different Mercedes-Benz
GenuineParts are available for Mercedes-Benz
models.
All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain
a supply of Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts for
necessary service and repair work. In addition,
strategically located parts-delivery centers pro‐
vide forquick and reliable parts service.
Always specify thevehicle identification number
(VIN) (→page 316) when ordering Mercedes-
Benz GenuineParts.
Operator's Manual
This Operator's Manual describes all models and
all standard and optional equipment available for
your vehicle at the time of this Operator's Man‐
ual going to press. Country-specific differences
are possible. Note that your vehicle may not be
equipped with all features described. This is also
the case for systems and functions relevant to
safety. Therefore, the equipment on your vehicle
may differ from that in the descriptions and illus‐
trations.
The original purchase contract documentation
foryour vehicle contains a list of all of the sys‐
tems in your vehicle.
Should you have any questions concerning
equipment and operation, please consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz service center.
The Operator's Manual and maintenance booklet
are important documents and should be kept in
thevehicle.
16 General notes
Service and vehicle operation
Vehicle operation outside the USA or Canada
When you are abroad withyour vehicle, observe
thefollowing points:
RService points or replacement parts may not
be available immediately.
RUnleaded fuel may not be available forvehi‐
cles with a catalytic converter. Leaded fuel
may cause damage to the catalytic converter.
RThe fuel may have an extremely low octane
number. Unsuitable fuel can cause engine
damage.
Some Mercedes-Benz models are available in
Europe through our European Delivery Program.
For more information, please consult an author‐
ized Mercedes‑Benz service center, or write to
one of thefollowing address:
In the USA:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada:
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
European Delivery Department
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Maintenance
Your customer advisor confirms the service in
the service report.
Roadside Assistance
The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Pro‐
gram offers technical help in the case of a
breakdown. Your calls to thetoll-freeRoadside
Assistance Hotline are answeredby our agents
24 hours a day, 365 days ayear.
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) (USA)
1-800-387-0100 (Canada)
You can find further information in the
Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program
brochure (USA) or the "Roadside Assistance"
section in the maintenance and warranty infor‐
mation booklet (Canada). Youwill find both in
thevehicle document wallet.
Change of address or change of ownership
In theevent of a change of address, please send
us the "Notification of address change" in the
Service and Guarantee booklet or simply call the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center
(USA) on the hotline number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or Cus‐
tomer Service (Canada) on 1-800-387-0100. We
can then reach you in a timely fashion, if neces‐
sary.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all litera‐
ture in thevehicle so that it is available to the
next owner. If you have purchased a used vehi‐
cle, please send us the "Notice of Purchase of
Used Car" in the Service and Guarantee booklet
or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer
Assistance Center (USA) at the hotline number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or Cus‐
tomer Service (Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
General notes17
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 reasona‐
ble number of repair attempts Mercedes-Benz
USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service
facilities fail to fix one or more substantial
defects or malfunctions in thevehicle that are
coveredby its express warranty.
During a period of 18 months from original deliv‐
ery of thevehicle or a kilometer/mileage read‐
ing of 18,000 miles (29,000 km), whichever
occurs first, vehicle repair is presumed for a
retail buyer or lessee if one or more of thefol‐
lowing occurs:
(1) the serious defect or damage can result in
deadly or serious injury to thevehicle occu‐
pants while driving AND this defect has
already been repaired at least twice AND
Mercedes‑Benz, LLC has been informed in
writing of the necessity of a repair.
(2) the defect or damage, though less serious
than (1) above, has already been repaired at
least four times AND Mercedes‑Benz has
been informed in writing of the necessity of
arepair.
(3) thevehicle cannot be used for longer than
30 calendar days because of repair work
resulting from this or other serious defects
or damage.
Please send your written notice to:
Mercedes‑Benz USA, LLC
Customer Assistance Center
3 Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
Operating safety
&WARNING Risk of accident due to mal‐
functions or system failures
If you do not have the prescribed service/
maintenance work or any required repairs
carried out, this could result in malfunctions
or system failures.
#Always have the prescribed service/
maintenance work as well any required
repairs carried out at a qualified spe‐
cialist workshop.
&WARNING Risk of fire due to flammable
materials on hot parts of theexhaust
system
Flammable material such as leaves, grass or
twigs may ignite if they come into contact
with hot parts of theexhaust system.
#When driving on unpavedroads or off-
road, regularly check thevehicle under‐
side.
#Remove trapped plants or other flam‐
mable material, in particular.
#If there is damage, consult a qualified
specialist workshop immediately.
18 General notes
&WARNING Risk of accident or injury due
to incorrect modifications on electronic
component parts
Modification to electronic components, their
software or wiring could impair their function
and/or the function of other networked com‐
ponent parts. In particular, systems relevant
to safetycould also be affected.
As a result, these may no longer function
properly and/or jeopardize the operating
safetyof thevehicle.
#Nevertamper with the wiring and elec‐
tronic component parts or their soft‐
ware.
#You should have all work on electrical
and electronic components carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop.
*NOTE Damage to thevehicle
Damage to thevehicle may occur in thefol‐
lowing cases:
RThe vehicle becomes grounded, e.g. on a
high curb or an unpavedroad.
RThe vehicle is driven toofast over an
obstacle, e.g. a curb, speed bump or pot‐
hole.
RA heavy object strikesthe underbody or
parts of thechassis.
In situations such as this, the body, the
underbody, chassis parts, wheels or tires
could be damaged without the damage being
visible. Components damaged in this way
can unexpectedly fail or, in the case of an
accident, no longer withstand thestrain they
are designed to.
If the underbody paneling is damaged, flam‐
mable materials such as leaves, grass or
twigs can gather between the underbody and
the underbody paneling. If these materials
come into contact with hot parts on the
exhaust system, they may catch fire.
#Have thevehicle checked and repaired
immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop.
or
#If driving safetyis impaired while con‐
tinuing your journey, pull over and stop
thevehicle immediately, paying atten‐
tion to road and traffic conditions, and
contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Declaration of conformity for wireless vehi‐
cle components
USA: "The wireless devices of this vehicle com‐
ply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to thefollowing two conditions: 1) These
devices may not cause harmful interference, and
2) These devices must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation. Changes or modifications
not expressly approvedby the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment."
General notes19
Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Industry Canada license-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to thefol‐
lowing two conditions: (1) These devices may
not cause interference, and (2) These devices
must accept any interference, including interfer‐
ence that may cause undesired operation of the
device."
USA: "Wireless charging system for mobile devi‐
ces (Model: D-WMI2015A): This Device complies
with Part 18 of the FCC Rules."
The name and address of theresponsible party
is:
Continental Automotive Systems US Inc.
2400 Executive Hills Drive
Auburn Hills, MI 48326-2980
UnitedStates of America
Diagnostics connection
The diagnostics connection is only intended for
the connection of diagnostic devices at a quali‐
fied specialist workshop.
&WARNING Risk of accident due to con‐
necting devices to the diagnostics con‐
nection
If you connect equipment to a diagnostics
connection in thevehicle, it may affect the
operation of vehicle systems.
As a result, the operating safetyof thevehi‐
cle could be affected.
#Only connect equipment to a diagnos‐
tics connection in thevehicle which is
approvedforyour vehicle by Mercedes-
Benz.
&WARNING Risk of accident due to
objects in the driver's footwell
Objects in the driver's footwell may impede
pedal travel or block a depressed pedal.
This jeopardizes the operating and road
safetyof thevehicle.
#Stow all objects in thevehicle securely
so that they cannot get into the driver's
footwell.
#Always install thefloor mats securely
and as prescribed in order to ensure
that there is always sufficient room for
the pedals.
#Do not use loose floor mats and do not
place floor mats on top of one another.
*NOTE Battery discharging from using
devices connected to the diagnostics
connection
Using devices at the diagnostics connection
drains the battery.
#Check thecharge level of the battery.
#If thecharge level is low, charge the
battery, e.g. by driving a considerable
distance.
Connecting equipment to the diagnostics con‐
nection can lead to emissions monitoring infor‐
mation being reset, forexample. This may lead
to thevehicle failing to meet therequirements of
the next emissions inspection during the main
inspection.
20 General notes
Qualified specialist workshop
An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a quali‐
fied specialist workshop. It has the necessary
specialist knowledge, tools and qualifications to
correctly carry out thework required on your
vehicle. This particularly applies to work relevant
to safety.
Forthefollowing, always have your vehicle
checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen‐
ter:
RWork relevant to safety
RService and maintenance work
RRepair work
RModifications, installations and conversions
RWork on electronic component parts
Correct use of thevehicle
If youremove any warning stickers,you or others
could fail to recognize certain dangers. Leave
warning stickers in position.
Observe thefollowing information when driving
your vehicle:
Rthe safetynotes in this manual
Rthevehicle technical data
Rtrafficrules and regulations
Rlaws and safetystandards pertaining to
motorvehicles
Problems with your vehicle
If you should experience a problem with your
vehicle, particularly one that you believe may
affect its safe operation, we urge youto contact
an authorized Mercedes-Benz service center
immediately to have the problem diagnosed and
rectified. If the problem is not resolvedto your
satisfaction, please discuss the problem again
with the authorized Mercedes-Benz service cen‐
ter or, if necessary, contact us at one of thefol‐
lowing addresses.
In the USA:
Customer Assistance Center
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
3 Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada:
Customer Relations Department
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Reporting safety defects
USA only:
The following text is published as required of
manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Fed‐
eral Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the
"National Traffic and MotorVehicle SafetyAct of
1966".
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause injury
or death, you should immediately inform the
National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz
USA, LLC.
General notes21
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety
defect exists in a groupof vehicles, it may order
arecall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA
cannot become involved in individual problems
between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz
USA, LLC.
To contact NHTSA,you may call theVehicle
SafetyHotlinetoll-free at 1-888-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153) (inside the USA); go to
http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:Adminis‐
trator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street,SW., Wash‐
ington, DC 20590, USA.
Further information on vehicle safetycan be
found at: http://www.safercar.gov
Limited Warranty
*NOTE Damage to thevehicle arising
from culpable violation of these operat‐
ing instructions.
Damage to thevehicle can arise from culpa‐
ble violation of these operating instructions.
This damage is not covered either by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the
New Vehicle or Used Vehicle Warranty.
#Follow the instructions in this manual
on proper operation of your vehicle as
well as on possible vehicle damage.
QR code forrescue card
The QR code is secured in the fuel filler flap and
on the opposite side on the B-pillar. In theevent
of an accident, rescue services can use the QR
code to quickly find the appropriate rescue card
foryour vehicle. The current rescue card con‐
tains the most important information about your
vehicle in a compact form, e.g. therouting of the
electric lines.
Further information can be obtained at http://
www.mercedes-benz.de/qr-code.
Vehicle data storage
Data acquisition
A wide range of electronic components in your
vehicle contain data memories.
These data memories temporarily or perma‐
nently store technical information about:
RThe vehicle's operating state
REvents
RMalfunctions
In general, thetechnical information documents
thestate of a component part, a module, a sys‐
tem or the surroundings.
These include, forexample:
ROperating conditions of system components.
Forexample, fluid levels.
RThe vehicle's status messages and those of
its individual components. Forexample, the
number of wheel revolutions/speed, deceler‐
ation, lateral acceleration, accelerator pedal
position.
22 General notes
RMalfunctions and defects in important sys‐
tem components. Forexample, lights,
brakes.
RVehicle reactions and operating conditions in
special driving situations. Forexample, air
bag deployment, intervention of stability con‐
trol systems.
RAmbient conditions. Forexample, outside
temperature.
This data is of an exclusively technical nature
and can be used to:
RAssist in detecting and rectifying malfunc‐
tions and defects.
RAnalyze vehicle functions, e.g. after an acci‐
dent.
ROptimize vehicle functions.
The data cannot be used to trace thevehicle's
movements.
When your vehicle is serviced, technical informa‐
tion can be read from theevent data memory
and malfunction data memory.
Services include, forexample:
RRepair services
RService processes
RWarranty cases
The vehicle is read out by employees of the
service network (including the manufacturer)
using special diagnostic devices. You can obtain
more information there, if required.
After a malfunction has been rectified, the infor‐
mation is deleted from the malfunction memory
or is continually overwritten.
When operating thevehicle, situations are con‐
ceivable in which this technical data, in connec‐
tion with other information (if necessary, after
consultation with an authorized expert), could be
traced to a person.
Examples include:
RAccident reports
RDamage to thevehicle
RWitness statements
Further additional functions that have been con‐
tractually agreed upon with the customer allow
certain vehicle data to be conveyedby thevehi‐
cle as well. The additional functions include, for
example, vehicle location in case of an emer‐
gency.
COMAND/mbrace
If thevehicle is equipped with COMAND or
mbrace, additional data about thevehicle's oper‐
ation, the use of thevehicle in certain situations,
and the location of thevehicle may be compiled
through COMAND or the mbrace system.
Additional information can be found in the multi‐
media system section and/or the mbrace Terms
and Conditions.
Event data recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an event data
recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is
to record, in certain crash or near crash-like sit‐
uations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting
aroad obstacle, data which will assist in under‐
standing how a vehicle's systems performed.
The EDR is designed to record data related to
vehicle dynamics and safetysystems for a short
period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
General notes23
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record
such data as:
RHow various systems in your vehicle were
operating;
RWhether or not the driver and passenger
safetybeltswere buckled/fastened;
RHow far (if at all) the driver was depressing
the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,
RHow fast thevehicle was traveling.
This data can help provide a better understand‐
ing of the circumstances in which accidents and
injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data is recorded by
your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation
occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under
normal driving conditions and no personal data
(e.g. name, gender, age and accident location) is
recorded. However, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could combine EDR data with the
type of personally identifying data routinely
acquired during a crash investigation.
Access to thevehicle and/or the EDR is needed
to read data that is recorded by the EDR, and
special equipment is required. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties that have the
special equipment, such as law enforcement,
can read the information by accessing thevehi‐
cle or the EDR.
EDR data may be used in civil and criminal mat‐
ters as a tool in accident reconstruction, acci‐
dent claims and vehicle safety. Since the Crash
Data Retrieval (CDR) tool that is used to extract
data from the EDR is commercially available,
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly
disclaims any and all liability arising from the
extraction of this information by unauthorized
Mercedes-Benz personnel.
MBUSA will not share EDR data withothers with‐
out the consent of thevehicle owner or, if the
vehicle is leased, without the consent of the les‐
see. Exceptions to this representation include
responses to subpoenas by law enforcement; by
federal, state or local government; in connection
with or arising out of litigation involving MBUSA
or its subsidiaries and affiliates; or, as required
by law.
Warning: the EDR is a component of the
Restraint System Module. Tampering with, alter‐
ing, modifying or removing the EDR component
may result in a malfunction of theRestraint Sys‐
tem Module and other systems.
State laws or regulations regarding EDRs that
conflict with federal regulation are pre-empted.
This means that in theevent of such conflict, the
federal regulation governs. As of February 2013,
13 states have enacted laws relating to EDRs.
Copyright
Free and open source software
Information on free and open source software
licenses foryour vehicle's software can be found
on the data storage medium in your vehicle
document wallet and on the Internet together
with updates at:
http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource
Registered trademarks
RBluetooth®is a registered trademark of Blue‐
tooth SIG Inc.
RDTS™ is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.
24 General notes
RDolby®and MLP™ are registered trademarks
of DOLBY Laboratories.
RBabySmart™, ESP®and PRE-SAFE®are reg‐
istered trademarks of Daimler AG.
RHomeLink®is a registered trademark of
Johnson Controls.
RiPod®and iTunes®are registered trademarks
of Apple Inc.
RBurmester®is a registered trademark of
BurmesterAudiosysteme GmbH.
RMicrosoft®and Windows Media®are regis‐
tered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
RSIRIUS®is a registered trademark of Sirius
XM Radio Inc.
RHD Radio™ is a registered trademark of iBiq‐
uity Digital Corporation.
RGracenote®is a registered trademark of
Gracenote, Inc.
RZAGATSurvey®and related brands are regis‐
tered trademarks of ZagatSurvey, LLC.
General notes25
Restraint system
Protection by therestraint system
The restraint system includes thefollowing:
RSeat belt system
RAir bags
RChild restraint system
RChild seat securing system
In theevent of an accident, therestraint system
can:
RReduce therisk of vehicle occupants coming
into contact with parts of thevehicle interior.
RReduce theforces to which thevehicle occu‐
pants are subjected.
A seat belt can only provide the best level of pro‐
tection if it is worn correctly. Depending on the
detected accident situation, Emergency Tension‐
ing Devices and/or air bags supplement the pro‐
tection offeredby a correctly worn seat belt.
Emergency Tensioning Devices and/or air bags
are not deployed in every accident.
In order fortherestraint system to provide pro‐
tection, each vehicle occupant must:
RHave their seat belt fastened correctly.
RSit in an almost upright seat position with
their back against the seat backrest.
RSit with their feet resting on thefloor, if pos‐
sible.
RAlways be secured in an additional restraint
system suitable for Mercedes-Benz vehicles
if they are under 5 ft (1.50 m) tall.
However, no system available today can com‐
pletely eliminate injuries and fatalities in every
accident situation. In particular, the seat belt
and air bag generally do not protect against
objects penetrating thevehicle from the outside.
It is also not possible to completely rule out the
risk of injury caused by the air bag deploying.
Reduced restraint system protection
&WARNING Risk of injury or death from
modifications to therestraint system
The restraint system can no longer function
correctly after alterations have been made.
The restraint system may then not protect
thevehicle occupants as intended by failing
in an accident or triggering unexpectedly, for
example
#Never alter the parts of therestraint
system.
#Nevertamper with the wiring or any
electronic component parts or their
software.
RIf it is necessary to modify thevehicle to
accommodate a person with disabilities, con‐
tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for
details.
RUSA only: for details, contact our Customer
Assistance Center on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes
(1‑800‑367‑6372).
26 Occupant safety
Restraint system functionality
When the ignition is switched on, a system self-
test is performed, during which the6
restraint system warning lamp lights up. It goes
out no later than a few seconds afterthevehicle
is started. The components of therestraint sys‐
tem are then functional.
Restraint system malfunction
RThe 6restraint system warning lamp
does not light up when the ignition is
switched on.
RThe 6restraint system warning lamp
lights up continuously or repeatedly during a
journey.
&WARNING Risk of injury or fatal injury
due to a malfunction in therestraint sys‐
tem
If therestraint system is malfunctioning,
restraint system components may be trig‐
gered unintentionally or might not be trig‐
gered at all in theevent of an accident. This
may affect the Emergency Tensioning Device
or airbag, forexample.
#Have therestraint system checked and
repaired immediately at a qualified spe‐
cialist workshop.
Function of therestraint system in an acci‐
dent
How therestraint system works is determined by
the severity of the impact detected and the type
of accident anticipated:
RFrontal impact
RRear impact
RSide impact
RRollover
The activation thresholds forthe components of
therestraint system are determined based on
theevaluation of the sensor values measured at
various points in thevehicle. This process is pre-
emptive in nature. The triggering/deployment of
the components of therestraint system must
take place right at thestart of the collision.
Factors which can only be seen and measured
after a collision has occurred cannot constitute
areason for an air bag deployment. Neither do
they provide an indication of air bag deployment.
The vehicle may be deformed significantly with‐
out an air bag being deployed. This is the case if
only parts which are relatively easily deformed
are affected and therate of vehicle deceleration
is not high. Conversely, an air bag may have
been deployedeven though thevehicle only suf‐
fered minor deformation. If very rigid vehicle
parts such as longitudinal members are hit, for
example, this may result in sufficiently high lev‐
els of vehicle deceleration.
Occupant safety27
The components of therestraint system can
be activated or deployed independently of
each other:
Component Detected deploy‐
ment situation
Emergency Tension‐
ing Devices
Frontal impact, rear
impact, side impact,
rollover
Driver's air bag, front
passenger air bag
Frontal impact
Knee air bag Frontal impact
Side air bag Side impact
Window air bagSide impact, rollover,
frontal impact
PRE-SAFE®Impulse
Side
Side impact
The front passenger air bag can only be
deployed in an accident if thePASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp is extinguished. If the
front passenger seat is occupied, make sure,
both before and during the journey, that thesta‐
tus of the front passenger air bag is correct
(→page 37).
&WARNING Risk of burns from hot air bag
components
The air bag parts are hot after an air bag has
been deployed.
#Do not touch the air bag parts.
#Have a deployed air bag replaced at a
qualified specialist workshop as soon
as possible.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the
vehicle towedto aqualified specialist workshop
after an accident. This applies especially if an
Emergency Tensioning Device or an air bag was
triggered.
If the Emergency Tensioning Devices are trig‐
gered or an air bag is deployed, youwill hear a
bang, and a small amount of powder may also be
released:
RThe bang will not generally affect your hear‐
ing.
RIn general, the powder released is not haz‐
ardous to health but may cause short-term
breathing difficulties to persons suffering
from asthma or other pulmonary conditions.
Provided it is safe to do so, leave thevehicle
immediately or open the window in order to
prevent breathing difficulties.
Air bags and pyrotechnic Emergency Tensioning
Devices contain perchlorate material, which may
require special handling or environmental pro‐
tection measures. National guidelines regarding
waste disposal must be observed. In California,
see http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/HazardousWaste/
Perchlorate/index.cfm.
Seat belts
Protection provided by the seat belt
Alwaysfasten your seat belt correctly before
starting a journey. A seat belt can only provide
the best level of protection if it is worn correctly.
28 Occupant safety
&WARNING Risk of injury or death due to
incorrectly fastened seat belt
If the seat belt is not worn correctly, it can‐
not perform its intended protective function.
In addition, an incorrectly fastened seat belt
can also cause injuries, forexample, in the
event of an accident or when braking or
changing direction suddenly.
#Always ensure that all vehicle occu‐
pants have their seat belts fastened
correctly and are sitting properly.
RThe seat belt must:
-Not be twisted and must fit tightly and
snuglyacross your body.
-Be routed across the center of your
shoulder and as lowdown across your
hips as possible.
RThe shoulder section of the seat belt should
not touch your neck nor be routed under
your arm or behind your back.
RAvoid wearing bulky clothing, e.g. a winter
coat.
RPush the lap belt down as far as possible
across your hips and pull tight withthe shoul‐
der section of the belt. Neverroute the lap
belt across your abdomen.
RNeverroute the seat belt across sharp, poin‐
ted, abrasive or fragile objects.
ROnly one person should use each seat belt at
any one time. Never allow babies and chil‐
dren to travel sitting on the lap of another
vehicle occupant.
RNever secure objects with a seat belt if the
seat belt is also being used by one of the
vehicle's occupants. Always observe the
instructions for loading thevehicle when
securing objects, luggage or loads
(→page 92).
The seat belts on thefollowing seats are equip‐
ped with a child seat safetyfeature:
RFront-passenger seat
RRear seats
The seat belts forthefolding bench seat in the
cargo compartment are not equipped with a
child seat safetyfeature.
Activate or deactivate thechild seat safetyfea‐
ture of the seat belt (→page 43).
If children are traveling in thevehicle, be sure to
observe the instructions and safetynotes on
"Children in thevehicle" (→page 41).
Reduced protection
&WARNING Risk of injury or death due to
incorrect seat position
The seat belt does not offerthe intended
level of protection if you have not movedthe
seat backrest to an almost vertical position.
When braking or in theevent of an accident,
you could slide underneath the seat belt and
sustain abdominal or neck injuries, forexam‐
ple.
#Adjust the seat properly before begin‐
ning your journey.
#Always ensure that the seat backrest is
in an almost vertical position and that
the shoulder section of your seat belt is
Occupant safety29
routed across the center of your shoul‐
der.
&WARNING Risk of injury or death when
additional restraint systems are not used
for persons with a smaller build
Persons under 5 ft (1.50 m ) tall cannot wear
the seat belt correctly without a suitable
additional restraint system.
If the seat belt is not worn correctly, it can‐
not perform its intended protective function.
In addition, an incorrectly fastened seat belt
can also cause injuries, forexample, in the
event of an accident or when braking or
changing direction suddenly.
#Always secure persons under 5 ft
(1.50 m) tall in a suitable restraint sys‐
tem.
&WARNING Risk of injury or death due to
blocked seat belt buckle or seat belt
anchorage
Objects next to the front seat that block the
seat belt buckle or the moving seat belt
anchorage on the front seat impair the func‐
tion of the Emergency Tensioning Devices.
The Emergency Tensioning Devices can,
then, not function as intended and the seat
belt can no longer provide the intended pro‐
tection.
#Before starting the journey, make sure
that there are no objects around the
seat belt buckle or between the front
seat and door.
&WARNING Risk of injury or death due to
damaged or modified seat belts
Seat belts cannot provide protection in the
following situations:
RIf the seat belts are damaged, modified,
extremely dirty, bleached or dyed
RIf the seat belt buckle is damaged or
extremely dirty
RIf the Emergency Tensioning Devices,
seat belt anchorages or seat belt retrac‐
tors have been modified
Seat belts may be damaged in an accident,
although the damage may not be visible, e.g.
due to splinters of glass.
Modified or damaged seat belts may tear or
fail, e.g. in an accident.
Modified Emergency Tensioning Devices can
accidentally trigger or fail to function as
intended.
#Never modify the seat belts, Emergency
Tensioning Devices, seat belt ancho‐
rages or seat belt retractors.
#Make sure that the seat belts are
undamaged, not worn and clean.
#Always have the seat belts checked
immediately after an accident at a
qualified specialist workshop.
30 Occupant safety
Only use seat belts that have been approvedfor
your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.
&WARNING Risk of injury or death from
deployedpyrotechnic Emergency Ten‐
sioning Devices
Pyrotechnic Emergency Tensioning Devices
that have been deployed are no longer opera‐
tional and are unable to perform their inten‐
ded protective function.
#Therefore, have deployedpyrotechnic
Emergency Tensioning Devices immedi‐
ately replaced at a qualified specialist
workshop.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the
vehicle towedto aqualified specialist workshop
after an accident.
*NOTE Damage caused by trapping the
seat belt
If an unused seat belt is not fully retracted, it
may become trapped in the door or in the
seat mechanism.
#Always ensure that an unused seat belt
is fully retracted.
Fastening and adjusting the seat belts
If the seat belt is pulled quickly or sharply, the
seat belt retractor locks. The seat belt strap can‐
not be pulled out any further.
#Always engage seat belt tongue 2of the
seat belt into seat belt buckle 1of the cor‐
responding seat.
#Press and hold the seat belt outlet release
and slide the seat belt outlet into the desired
position.
#Let go of the belt outlet release and ensure
that the seat belt outlet locks in position.
Vehicles with PRE-SAFE®:If the front seat belt
is not pulled tight across your body, the seat belt
adjustment may automatically apply a certain
tightening force. Do not hold the seat belt tightly
while it is adjusting. You can activate and deacti‐
vate the seat belt adjustment function using the
multimedia system.
*NOTE Deployment of the Emergency
Tensioning Device when the front
passenger seat is unoccupied
If the seat belt tongue is engaged in the seat
belt buckle of the front passenger seat and
the front passenger seat is unoccupied, the
Emergency Tensioning Device may deploy in
theevent of an accident.
Occupant safety31
#Only one person should use each seat
belt at any one time.
Releasing seat belts
#Press therelease button in the seat belt
buckle and guide the seat belt back with the
seat belt tongue.
Activating or deactivating seat belt adjust‐
ment via the multimedia system
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Vehicle Settings .Belt
Adjustment
#Activate or deactivate the function.
Seat belt warning for the driver and front
passenger
The üseat belt warning lamp in the Instru‐
ment Display is a reminder that all vehicle occu‐
pants must wear their seat belts correctly.
The üseat belt warning lamp lights up for six
seconds afterevery engine start.
In addition, an acoustic warning tone may sound.
When the driver's and front passenger doors are
closed and the driver and front passenger have
fastened their seat belts, the seat belt warning
goes out.
During a journey, the seat belt warning lights up
if:
RThe vehicle speed exceeds 15 mph
(25 km/h) and the driver's or front
passenger seat belt is not fastened.
RThe driver or front passenger unfastens their
seat belt while thevehicle is in motion.
Airbags
Overview of air bags
1Knee air bag
2Driver's air bag
3Front-passenger air bag
4Window air bag
5Side air bag
The installation location of an air bag is identi‐
fied by the AIRBAG symbol.
32 Occupant safety
When activated, an air bag can provide addi‐
tional protection for the respective vehicle
occupant.
AIRBAG Potential protection for
…
Knee air bag Thigh, knee and lower leg
Driver's air bag,
front passenger
air bag
Head and ribcage
Window air bagHead
Side air bag Ribcage, also pelvis for
front seat occupants
The front passenger air bag can be deployed in
an accident only if thePASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp is off. If the front passenger seat
is occupied, make sure, both before and during
the journey, that thestatus of the front
passenger air bag is correct (→page 37).
*NOTE Important points to remember if
the front passenger seat is unoccupied
In an accident, the components of the
restraint system may deploy unnecessarily
on the front passenger side if:
RThere are heavy objects on the front
passenger seat.
RThe seat belt tongue is engaged in the
seat belt buckle of the front passenger
seat and the front passenger seat is
unoccupied.
#Stow objects in a suitable place.
#Only one person should use each seat
belt at any one time.
Protection potential of air bags
Depending on the accident situation, an air bag
is able to increase the protection offeredby a
correctly fastened seat belt.
&WARNING Risk of injury or death due to
incorrect seat position
If youdeviate from the correct seat position,
the air bag cannot perform its intended pro‐
tective function and deployment may even
cause further injuries.
To avoid hazardous situations, always make
sure that all vehicle occupants:
RHave their seat belt fastened correctly,
including pregnant women.
RAre seated properly and that distance to
the air bags is as large as possible.
RObserve thefollowing information.
#Always make sure that there are no
objects between the air bag and the
vehicle occupant.
To avoid risks resulting from the deployment of
the air bag:
RBefore starting your journey, adjust your seat
correctly;the driver's seat and front
passenger seat should be moved as far back
as possible.
Occupant safety33
When doing so, always observe the informa‐
tion on the correct driver's seat position
(→page 77).
ROnly hold thesteering wheel by thesteering
wheel rim. This allows the air bag to be
deployed without restriction.
RAlways lean against the seat backrest when
thevehicle is in motion. Do not lean forwards
or against the door or side window. Other‐
wise youwill be in the deployment area of
the air bags.
RAlwayskeep your feet on thefloor. Do not
put your feet on the cockpit, forexample.
Otherwise, your feet will be in the deploy‐
ment area of the air bag.
RIf children are traveling in thevehicle,
observe the additional notes (→page 41).
RAlways stow and secure objects correctly.
Objects in thevehicle interior may restrict cor‐
rect functioning of an air bag. Therefore always
ensure that:
RThere are no other persons, animals or
objects between thevehicle occupants and
an air bag.
RThere are no objects between the seat, door
and door pillar (B-pillar).
RThere are no hard objects, e.g. coat hangers,
hanging on the grab handles or coat hooks.
RDo not fix any accessory parts, such as cup
holders, inside the deployment area of an air
bag, e.g. on doors, side windows or side pan‐
eling.
RThere are no heavy, sharp-edged or fragile
objects in the pockets of your clothing. Store
such objects in a suitable place.
Reduced air bag protection
&WARNING Risk of injury from modifica‐
tions to the airbag cover
If you modify an airbag cover or affix objects
such as stickers to it, the airbag can no lon‐
ger function correctly.
#Never modify an airbag cover and do
not affix objects to it.
The installation location of an air bag can be
identified by the designation AIRBAG
(→page 32).
&WARNING Risk of injury or death due to
the use of unsuitable seat covers
Unsuitable seat covers can obstruct or pre‐
vent the deployment of air bags integrated
into the seats.
Consequently, the air bags cannot protect
vehicle occupants as they are designed to
do. In addition, operation of the automatic
front passenger air bag shutoff may be
restricted.
34 Occupant safety
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamp
System self-test
When the ignition is switched on, a system self-
test is performed during which the two
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON and OFF indicator
lamps light up simultaneously.
The status of the front passenger airbag is then
displayed:
RPASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up for
60 seconds, subsequently both indicator
lamps are off (PASSENGER AIR BAG ON and
OFF): the front passenger airbag is able to
deploy in theevent of an accident.
RPASSENGER AIR BAG OFF lights up continu‐
ously: the front passenger airbag is disabled.
It will then not be deployed in theevent of an
accident.
If thePASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp is
off, only thePASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp shows thestatus of the front passenger
airbag. The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp may be lit continuously or be off.
If thePASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
and the6restraint system warning lamp
light up simultaneously, the front passenger seat
may not be used. Also in this case, do not install
achild restraint system on the front passenger
seat. Have the automatic front passenger airbag
shutoff checked and repaired immediately at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Status display
If the front passenger seat is occupied, ensure,
both before and during the journey, that thesta‐
tus of the front passenger air bag is correct for
the prevailing situation.
After installing a rearward-facing child
restraint system on the front passenger
seat: PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF must be lit con‐
tinuously.
&WARNING Risk of injury or death caused
by using a rearward-facing child restraint
system when the front passenger airbag
is enabled
If you secure a child in a rearward-facing
child restraint system on the front passenger
seat and thePASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indi‐
cator lamp is off, the front passenger airbag
can deploy in theevent of an accident.
The child could be struck by the airbag.
Always make sure that the front passenger
airbag is disabled. The PASSENGER AIR BAG
OFF indicator lamp must be lit.
Occupant safety37
should not use the front passenger seat.
Instead, they should use a rear seat.
RA person with a smaller build (e.g. a teenager
or small adult), thePASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp either lights up and remains lit
depending on theresult of the classification
or, alternatively, goes out.
-PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF is off: move
the front passenger seat as far back as
possible or a person of smaller stature
should use a rear seat.
-If thePASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp is lit continuously: a person of
smaller stature should not use the front
passenger seat.
&WARNING Risk of injury or death when
thePASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp is lit
If thePASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp remains lit afterthe system self-test,
the front passenger air bag is deactivated. It
will not be deployed in theevent of an acci‐
dent. In this case, the front passenger air bag
cannot perform its intended protective func‐
tion, e.g. when a person is seated in the front
passenger seat.
That person could, forexample, come into
contact with thevehicle interior, especially if
the person is sitting too close to the cockpit.
If the front passenger seat is occupied,
always ensure that:
RThe classification of the person in the
front passenger seat is correct and the
front passenger air bag is enabled or
deactivated in accordance with the per‐
son in the front passenger seat.
RThe person is seated properly with a cor‐
rectly fastened seat belt.
RThe front passenger seat has been moved
as far back as possible.
Further related subjects:
RChild restraint system on the front passenger
seat (→page 47).
PRE-SAFE®system
Information on PRE-SAFE®(anticipatory
occupant protection)
PRE-SAFE®is able to detect certain critical driv‐
ing situations and implement pre-emptive meas‐
ures to protect thevehicle occupants.
PRE-SAFE®can implement thefollowing meas‐
ures independently of each other:
RTightening the seat belts on the driver's seat
and front passenger seat.
RClosing the side windows.
RVehicles with sliding sunroof: Closing the
sliding sunroof.
RVehicles with memory function: Adjusting
the front passenger seat to a more favorable
seat position.
RVehicles with multicontour seat: Increas‐
ing the air pressure in the seat side bolsters
of the seat backrest.
RPRE-SAFE®Sound: provided that the multi‐
media system is switched on, generates a
Occupant safety 39
#If necessary, move head restraint 1
upwards Adjusting therear seat head
restraints(→page 84).
#Install theLATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint
system with TopTether. Always comply with
thechild restraint system manufacturer's
installation instructions when doing so.
#Route TopTether belt 5under head
restraint 1between the two head restraint
bars.
#Guide TopTether belt 5downwards
between combined cargo cover and net 3
and backrest 2.
#Hook TopTether hook 6of TopTether belt
5without twisting into TopTether anchor‐
age 4.
#Tension TopTether belt 5. Always comply
with thechild restraint system manufactur‐
er's installation instructions when doing so.
#If necessary, move head restraint 1down‐
wardsAdjusting therear seat head
restraints(→page 84). Make sure that youdo
not interfere with the correct routing of Top
Tether belt 5.
Child restraint systems on the front
passenger seat
Notes on child restraint systems on the front
passenger seat
Accident statistics show that children secured in
therear seats are safer than children secured in
front seats. Forthis reason, Mercedes-Benz
strongly advises that you install a child restraint
system on a rear seat.
If it is absolutely necessary to install a child
restraint system on the front passenger seat,
always observe the information on the automatic
front passenger air bag shutoff (→page 35).
By doing this, you can avoid risks caused by:
RAchild restraint system that is not detected
by the automatic front passenger air bag
shutoff.
RThe unintentionally deactivated front
passenger air bag.
RIncorrect positioning of thechild restraint
system.
Forward-facing and rearward-facing child
restraint systems on the front passenger
seat
When using a rearward-facing child restraint sys‐
tem on the front passenger seat, the front
passenger air bag must always be deactivated.
This is only the case if thePASSENGER AIR BAG
OFF indicator lamp is lit continuously
(→page 37).
When using a child restraint system on the front
passenger seat, it is essential to observe thefol‐
lowing:
RMove the front passenger seat as far back as
possible.
RSet the seat backrest to an almost vertical
position.
RRetract the seat cushion length as far as pos‐
sible.
RThe entire base of thechild restraint system
must alwaysrest on the seat cushion of the
front-passenger seat.
RThe backrest of theforward-facing child
restraint system must, as far as possible, be
resting on the seat backrest of the front
Occupant safety47
If youdo not open thevehicle within approx‐
imately 40 seconds after unlocking:
RThe vehicle is locked again.
RAnti-theft protection is reactivated.
Do not keep the SmartKey together with elec‐
tronic devices or metal objects. This can affect
the SmartKey's functionality.
%If battery check lamp 2does not light up
after pressing the%or &button, the
battery is discharged.
Activating/deactivating the acoustic locking
verification signal
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Vehicle Settings .Acoustic
Lock Feedback
#Activate Oor deactivate ªthe function.
Priming/deactivating the panic alarm
Prerequisites
RIgnition switched off.
#To prime: press button 1for approximately
one second.
Avisual and audible alarm is triggered.
#To deactivate: brieflypress button1again.
or
#Press thestart/stop button on the cockpit
(the SmartKey is inside thevehicle).
Changing the unlocking settings
Possible unlocking functions of thekey:
RCentral unlocking
RUnlocking the driver's door and fuel filler flap
#To switch between settings: press the
%and &buttons simultaneously for
approximately six seconds until the battery
check lamp flashes twice.
If the unlocking function forthe driver's door
and fuel filler flap has been selected:
RPressing the%button a second time cen‐
trally unlocks thevehicle.
RVehicles with KEYLESS-GO: If youtouch
the inner surface of the door handle on the
driver's door, only the driver's door and fuel
filler flap are unlocked.
Reducing the energy consumption of the
SmartKey
If you do not intend to use thevehicle for an
extended period of time, you can deactivate the
following functions on the SmartKey.
RKEYLESS-GO starting function
RKEYLESS-GO
52 Opening and closing
Requirements
Yourequire a CR 2032 3 V cell battery.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the
battery replaced at a qualified specialist work‐
shop.
#Remove the mechanical key (→page53).
#Press release button 2down fully and
remove cover1.
#Remove battery compartment 3and take
out the discharged battery.
#Insert the new battery into battery compart‐
ment 3. Observe the positive pole marking
in the battery compartment and on the bat‐
tery.
#Push in battery compartment 3.
#Replace cover1so that it engages.
Problems with the SmartKey
Problem Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
You can no longer lock or unlock the
vehicle.
Possible causes are:
RThe SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
RThere is interference from a powerful radio signal source.
54 Opening and closing
cally opening, this process is stopped. The auto‐
matic obstacle detection function is only an aid.
It is not a substitute foryour attentiveness when
opening thetailgate.
Closing the tailgate
&WARNING Risk of injury from unsecured
items in thevehicle
If objects, luggage or loads are not secured
or not secured sufficiently, they could slip,
tip over or be flung around and thereby hit
vehicle occupants.
There is a risk of injury, particularly in the
event of sudden braking or a sudden change
in direction.
#Alwaysstore objects in such a waythat
they cannot be flung around.
#Before the journey, secure objects, lug‐
gage or loads against slipping or tipping
over.
&WARNING Risk of becoming trapped
during automatic closing of thetailgate
Parts of the body could become trapped dur‐
ing automatic closing of thetailgate. More‐
over, people, e.g. children, may be standing
in the closing area or may enter the closing
area during the closing process.
#Make sure that nobody is in the vicinity
of the closing area during the closing
process.
Use one of thefollowing options to stop the
closing process:
RPress thepbutton on the SmartKey.
RPress or pull theremote operating switch
on the driver's door.
RPress the closing or locking button on the
tailgate.
RPull thetailgate handle.
Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: It is also
possible to stop the closing process by moving
your foot in a kicking motion under therear
bumper.
To close thetailgate, thefollowing options are
available:
#Pull thetailgate downwards slightly. Release
it as soon as it begins to close.
#Press and hold thepbutton on the
SmartKey (with the SmartKey in the vicinity
of thevehicle).
#Press closing button 1on thetailgate.
Opening and closing 61
#Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Press locking
button 2in thetailgate.
If a SmartKey is detected outside thevehicle,
thetailgate closes and thevehicle is locked.
#Press remote operating switch 1forthe
tailgate.
#Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: Move
your foot below the bumper (→page 63).
Automatic reversing function for the tailgate
The tailgate is equipped with automatic obstacle
detection with reversing function. If a solid
object blocks or restricts thetailgate when auto‐
matically closing, thetailgate automatically
opens again slightly. The automatic obstacle
detection with reversing function is only an aid.
It is not a substitute foryour attentiveness when
closing thetailgate.
#When closing, make sure that no body parts
are in the closing area.
&WARNING Risk of becoming trapped
despite thereversing function
The reversing function does not react:
RTo soft, light and thin objects, e.g. fin‐
gers.
ROver the last Óin (8 mm) of the closing
path.
In these situations in particular, thereversing
function cannot prevent someone being trap‐
ped.
#When closing, make sure that no body
parts are in the closing area.
If someone is trapped:
RPress thepbutton on the SmartKey,
or
RPress or pull theremote operating switch
on the driver's door, or
RPress the closing or locking button on the
tailgate, or
RPull thetailgate handle.
62 Opening and closing
HANDS-FREE ACCESS function
With HANDS-FREE ACCESS you can open, close
or stop the closing process of thetailgate by
performing a kicking movement under therear
bumper.
The kicking movement triggers the opening or
closing process alternately.
Observe the notes when opening (→page 59)
and closing (→page 61 )thetailgate.
%Twowarning tones sound when thetailgate
is opening or closing.
&WARNING Risk of burns caused by a hot
exhaust system
The vehicle exhaust system can become very
hot. If you use HANDS-FREE ACCESS, you
could burn yourself by touching theexhaust
system.
#Always ensure that you only make a
kicking movement within the detection
range of the sensors.
*NOTE Vehicle damage due to uninten‐
tional opening of thetailgate
Rwhen using an automatic car wash
Rwhen using a high pressure cleaner
#Deactivate KEYLESS-GO or make sure
that thekeylocated is at least10 ft
(3 m) away from thevehicle in such sit‐
uations.
When making the kicking movement, make sure
that you are standing firmly on the ground you
could otherwise lose your balance, e.g. on ice.
Requirements:
RThe SmartKey is behind thevehicle.
RStand at least 12 in (30 cm) away from the
vehicle while performing the kicking move‐
ment.
RDo not come into contact with the bumper
while making the kicking movement.
RDo not carry out the kicking movement too
slowly.
RThe kicking movement must be towardsthe
vehicle and back.
Opening and closing 63
#Insert mechanical key2into opening 1in
the trim and push it in.
The tailgate is unlocked.
Emergency release of the tailgate from the
inside (vehicles with a folding bench seat)
#Press the cover down in the direction of
arrow 1and pull in the direction of arrow
2and remove it.
#Pull the emergency release lever in the direc‐
tion of arrow 3.
The tailgate is unlocked.
Roller sun blinds
Extending therear side window roller sun‐
blinds
*NOTE Damage to the inertia reel due to
it snapping back
If suddenly snapped back, the inertia reel
may be damaged.
#Always move theroller sun blind by
hand.
#Do not drive with theroller sun blind
hooked in and side windows opened at
the same time.
Opening and closing 65
#Pull theroller sunblind out by tab 1and
hook it onto brackets 2at thetop of the
window.
Side windows
Opening/closing the side windows
&WARNING Risk of entrapment when
opening a side window
When opening a side window, parts of the
body could be drawn in or become trapped
between the side window and window frame.
#When opening, make sure that nobody
is touching the side window.
#If someone is trapped, release the but‐
ton immediately or pull it in order to
close the side window again.
&WARNING Risk of becoming trapped
when closing a side window
When closing a side window, body parts
could be trapped in the closing area in the
process.
#When closing, make sure that no body
parts are in the closing area.
#If someone is trapped, release the but‐
ton immediately or pressthe button in
order to reopen the side window.
&WARNING Risk of becoming trapped
when children operate the side windows
Children could become trapped if they oper‐
ate the side windows, particularly when unat‐
tended.
#Activate thechild safetylockforthe
rear side windows.
#When leaving thevehicle, alwaystake
the SmartKey with you and lock the
vehicle.
#Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
66 Opening and closing
Problem Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
&WARNING Risk of entrapment if reversing protection is not activated
If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes
with increased or maximum force. The reversing function is then not active.
Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.
#Make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area.
#To stop the closing process, release the button or press the button again to reopen the side win‐
dow.
If a side window is obstructed during closing and reopens again slightly:
#Immediately afterthe window blocks, pull the corresponding button again until the side window has
closed, and hold the button for an additional second.
The side window is closed with increased force.
If a side window is obstructed again during closing and reopens again slightly:
#Repeat the previous step.
The side window is closed without the automatic reversing function.
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Sliding sunroof
Opening/closing the sliding sunroof
%The term "sliding sunroof" also refers to the
panoramic sliding sunroof.
&WARNING Risk of becoming trapped
while opening and closing the sliding
sunroof
During opening and closing, parts of the
body could get caught in the sweep of the
sliding sunroof.
#When opening or closing, make sure
that no body parts are in the sweep.
#Release the button immediately if
somebody becomes trapped.
or
#Press the button in any direction during
the automatic opening/closing process.
The opening/closing process is stop‐
ped.
&WARNING Risk of becoming trapped if
the sliding sunroof is operated by chil‐
dren
Children operating the sliding sunroof could
get caught in the moving parts, particularly if
unattended.
#Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
#When leaving thevehicle, alwaystake
thekeywithyou and lock thevehicle.
&WARNING Risk of becoming trapped
while opening and closing theroller sun
blind
When opening or closing, make sure that no
body parts become trapped between the
roller sun blind and frame or the sliding sun‐
roof.
#When opening or closing, make sure
that no body parts are in the sweep of
theroller sun blind.
#Release the button immediately if
somebody becomes trapped.
or
#Press the button in any direction during
the automatic opening/closing process.
The opening/closing process is stop‐
ped.
*NOTE Malfunction caused by snow and
ice
Snow and ice may lead to a malfunction of
the sliding sunroof.
#Only open the sliding sunroof if it is free
of snow and ice.
*NOTE Damage caused by protruding
objects
Objects that protrude from the sliding sun‐
roof may damage the sealing strips.
#Do not allow anything to protrude from
the sliding sunroof.
70 Opening and closing
1To raise
2To open
3To close/lower
Use the3button to operate the panoramic
sliding sunroof and theroller sunblind.
RThe panoramic sliding sunroof can only be
opened when theroller sunblind is open.
RThe roller sunblind can only be operated
when the panoramic sliding sunroof is
closed.
#To start automatic operation: press/pull
the3button beyond the pressure point.
#To interrupt automatic operation: press/
pull the3button again.
Restrictions:
RVehicles without a panoramic sliding sun‐
roof: The automatic opening and raising fea‐
ture is available only when the sliding sun‐
roof is closed.
RVehicles with a panoramic sliding sun‐
roof: The automatic raising feature is only
available when the sliding sunroof is closed
or raised.
RThe panoramic sliding sunroof cannot be
opened if a roof rack is installed. The panor‐
amic sliding sunroof closes again automati‐
cally when it encounters resistance.
Automatic reversing function of the sliding
sunroof
If there is an object obstructing the sliding sun‐
roof during the closing process, the sliding sun‐
roof opens again automatically. The automatic
reversing function is only an aid and is not a sub‐
stitute foryour attentiveness.
#When closing, make sure that no body parts
are in the closing area.
&WARNING Risk of becoming trapped
despite thereversing function being
active
The reversing function does not react:
Rto soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small
fingers
Rduring the last 1/6 in (4 mm) of the clos‐
ing path
Rduring resetting
Rwhen closing the sliding sunroof again
manually immediately after automatic
reversing
Opening and closing 71
This means that thereversing function can‐
not prevent someone being trapped in these
situations.
#When closing, make sure that no body
parts are in the closing area.
#Release the button immediately if
somebody becomes trapped.
or
#Press the button in any direction during
the automatic closing process.
The closing process is stopped.
Automatic reversing function of theroller
sunblind
If there is an object obstructing theroller sun‐
blind during the closing process, theroller sun‐
blind opens again automatically. The automatic
reversing function is only an aid and is not a sub‐
stitute foryour attentiveness.
#When opening or closing theroller sunblind,
make sure that no body parts are in the
sweep.
&WARNING Risk of becoming trapped
despite thereversing function being
active
In particular, thereversing function does not
react to soft, light and thin objects, forexam‐
ple small fingers.
This means that thereversing function can‐
not prevent entrapment in these situations.
#When opening or closing theroller sun
blind, make sure that no body parts are
in the sweep.
#Release the button immediately if
somebody becomes trapped.
or
#Press the button in any direction during
the automatic closing process.
The closing process is stopped.
Automatic features of the sliding sunroof
%The term "sliding sunroof" also refers to the
panoramic sliding sunroof.
By pushing or pulling the3button you can
interrupt the automatic functions: "Rain closing
function when driving " and "Automatic lowering
feature".
Rain closing function when driving
Vehicles with a panoramic sliding sunroof: if
it starts to rain, theraised sliding sunroof is
automatically lowered while thevehicle is in
motion.
Automatic lowering feature
Vehicles with a panoramic sliding sunroof: if
the sliding sunroof is raised at therear, the slid‐
ing sunroof is automatically lowered slightly at
higher speeds. At low speeds it is raised again
automatically.
&WARNING Risk of entrapment by auto‐
matic lowering of the sliding sunroof
At high speeds theraised sliding sunroof
automatically lowers slightly at therear.
This could trap you or other persons.
72 Opening and closing
Anti-theft protection
Immobilizer
The immobilizer prevents your vehicle from being
started without the correct key.
The immobilizer is automatically activated when
the ignition is switched off and deactivated when
the ignition is switched on.
When leaving thevehicle, alwaystake thekey
with you and lock thevehicle. Anyone can start
the engine if a valid keyhas been leftinside the
vehicle.
%In theevent that the engine cannot be star‐
ted (yet thestarter battery is charged), the
system is not operational. Contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or
1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
ATA (anti-theft alarm system)
Function of theATA system (anti-theft alarm
system)
If theATA system is armed, a visual and audible
alarm is triggered in thefollowing situations:
RA door is opened.
RThe tailgate is opened.
RThe hood is opened.
The ATA system is armed automatically after
approximately 10 seconds:
RAfter locking thevehicle with the SmartKey.
RAfter locking thevehicle using KEYLESS-GO.
When theATA system is armed, indicator lamp
1flashes.
The ATA system is automatically deactivated:
RAfter unlocking thevehicle with the Smart‐
Key.
RAfter pressing thestart/stop button with the
SmartKey inside thevehicle.
Opening and closing 75
RAfter unlocking thevehicle using KEYLESS-
GO.
%When the mbrace service (→page 232) is
active and the alarm stays on for more than
30 seconds, a message is automatically sent
to the Customer Assistance Center.
Deactivating the ATA (anti-theft alarm sys‐
tem) alarm
#Press the%,&or pbutton on the
SmartKey.
or
#Press thestart/stop button (the SmartKey is
inside thevehicle).
Stopping the alarm using KEYLESS-GO
#Grasp the outside door handle (with the
SmartKey outside thevehicle).
76 Opening and closing
&WARNING Risk of injury due to head
restraints which are not installed or are
adjusted incorrectly
If head restraints are not installed or are
adjusted incorrectly, the head restraints can‐
not provide protection as intended.
There is an increased risk of injury in the
head and neck area, e.g. in theevent of an
accident or when braking.
#Always drive with the head restraints
installed.
#Before driving off, make sure forevery
vehicle occupant that the center of the
head restraint supports the back of the
head at about eye level.
Do not interchange the head restraints of the
front and rear seats. Otherwise, you cannot
adjust the height and angle of the head
restraints correctly.
Adjust the head restraint fore-and-aft position so
that it is as close as possible to the back of your
head.
#To raise: pull the head restraint up.
#To lower: press release knob 1in the direc‐
tion of the arrow and push the head restraint
down.
Adjusting the gap between the head
restraint and the back of your head:
#To move forward: pull the head restraint
forward.
#To move back: press release knob 2and
push the head restraint back.
Adjusting the front seat luxury head
restraints
#To adjust the side bolsters of the head
restraint: pull or push right or left-hand side
bolster2.
Seats and stowing 83
The health of persons with limited tempera‐
ture sensitivity or a limited ability to react to
excessively high temperatures may be affec‐
ted or they may even suffer burn-like injuries.
#Do not repeatedly switch on the seat
heater.
#To switch on/increase the level: press but‐
ton1repeatedly until the desired heating
level is set.
Depending on the heating level, up to three
indicator lamps light up.
#To switch off/reduce the level: press but‐
ton1repeatedly until all the indicator
lamps go out.
%The seat heater automatically switches down
from thethree heating levels after certain
periods of time: 8, 10 and 20 minutes until
the seat heater is switched off.
Switching the seat ventilation on/off
Requirement:
RPower supply switched on
#To switch on/increase the level/
decrease the level: press button 1repeat‐
edly until the desired ventilation level is set.
Depending on theventilation level, up to
three indicator lamps light up.
#To switch off: press button 1repeatedly
until all the indicator lamps go out.
Seats and stowing 85
Folding bench seat in the cargo compart‐
ment
Notes on thefolding bench seat
&WARNING Risk of injury when the seat
backrest is not upright and locked in
position
If the seat backrests of therear bench seat
are not locked in the upright position, the
seat backrest of thefolding bench seat may
fold down while driving.
In this case, the seat belts may not perform
their intended protective function.
#Make sure that the seat backrests of
therear bench seat are locked in the
upright position.
Observe the notes on "Seat belts" (→page 32),
"Head restraints" (→page 82) and "Children in
thevehicle" (→page 41).
The folding bench seat is only approvedfor use
with child seats designed forchildren up to six
years old .
A switch to open thetailgate from thefolding
bench seat is located on the wheel arch, on the
right-hand side when viewed in the direction of
travel.
You can obtain information on child restraint
systems on thefolding bench seat from any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The folding bench seat may only be used when
the combined cargo cover and net is installed.
Folding out the folding bench seat
Requirements:
RThe seat backrests of therear bench seat are
locked in the upright position.
RThe handle of the combined luggage cover
and net has been moved up and, to improve
therear view, the upper part of the plate has
been folded down.
86 Seats and stowing
#Press release knob 3and fold the head
restraints down.
#Press release knob 4and push the head
restraints all thewayin.
#Fold back seat backrest 2of thefolding
bench seat into its starting position.
Steering wheel
Adjusting the steering wheel manually
&WARNING Risk of injury from adjusting
thevehicle settings while thevehicle is in
motion
You could lose control of thevehicle in the
following situations:
Rif you adjust the driver's seat, the head
restraint, thesteering wheel or the mirror
while thevehicle is in motion
Rif youfasten your seat belt while thevehi‐
cle is in motion
#Before starting the engine: adjust the
driver's seat, the head restraint, the
steering wheel or the mirror and fasten
your seat belt.
&WARNING Risk of entrapment forchil‐
dren when adjusting thesteering wheel
Children could injure themselves if they
adjust thesteering wheel.
#Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
#When leaving thevehicle, alwaystake
the SmartKey with you and lock the
vehicle.
#To unlock thesteering column: push
release lever1down completely.
#Adjust height 2and distance to steering
wheel 3.
#To lock thesteering column: push release
lever1up as far as it will go.
#Check and make sure that thesteering col‐
umn is lockedby moving thesteering wheel.
Seats and stowing 89
#To open: press release catch 1and swing
the cover of the armrest upwards.
Through-loading feature in therear bench
seat
Folding therear seat backrests forward
&WARNING Risk of injury if therear
bench seat/rear seat and seat backrest
are not engaged
If therear bench seat/rear seat and seat
backrest are not engaged they could fold for‐
wards, e.g. when braking suddenly or in the
event of an accident.
RIf this is the case, thevehicle occupant
would be forced into the seat belt by the
rear bench seat/rear seat or by the seat
backrest. The seat belt cannot protect as
intended and could result in additional
injury.
RObjects or loads in the trunk/cargo com‐
partment cannot be restrained by the
seat backrest.
#Make sure that the seat backrest and
therear bench seat/rear seat are
engaged before every trip.
If the seat backrest is not engaged and locked,
this will be shown in the multifunction display in
the instrument cluster.
The center and outer seat backrests can be fol‐
ded forward separately.
The right outer seat backrest can only be folded
forward together with the center seat backrest.
The outer seat backrests are electrically
unlocked with therelease handles in either the
cargo compartment or beside the seat backr‐
ests.
#Fully insert therear seat backrest head
restraints.
Seats and stowing 95
#Fold the center and left seat backrest
forward.
#To lock: slide catch 1up.
The release mechanism of the center seat
backrest is locked.
#To unlock:slide catch 1down.
Adjusting the angle of the rear seat backr‐
ests (cargo position)
To enlarge the cargo compartment, you can
adjust the seat backrests so that they are 10
degrees steeper (cargo position).
#Fold the seat backrest forward (→page 95).
#Move bar 1in the direction of the arrow.
#Push seat backrest 2back to bar 1until
the backrest engages.
Load compartment cover with safety net
(combined cargo cover and net)
Notes on the cargo compartment cover
&WARNING Risk of injury due to poorly
secured objects
On its own, the cargo compartment cover
cannot secure or restrain heavy objects,
items of luggage or heavy loads.
You could be hit by an unsecured load during
sudden changes in direction, braking or in
theevent of an accident. There is an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
#Alwaysstow objects in such a waythat
they cannot be thrown around.
#Secure objects, luggage or loads
against slipping or tipping over, e.g. by
using lashing material, even if you are
using the cargo compartment cover.
98 Seats and stowing
*NOTE Damage to the cargo compart‐
ment cover when loading thevehicle
The cargo compartment cover may be dam‐
aged when loading thevehicle.
#Do not place any objects above the
lower edge of the side windows or on
the cargo compartment cover.
The cargo compartment cover and the safetynet
form the combined luggage cover and net.
When the cargo compartment cover is clipped
in, no objects in the cargo compartment should
obstruct the downwards movement of the cover
when thetailgate is closed. The cargo compart‐
ment cover will otherwise be raised again auto‐
matically.
Extending/retracting the cargo compart‐
ment cover
#To extend: pull cargo compartment cover1
back by grab handle 2and clip it into the
brackets on the left and right.
The cargo compartment coverraises automati‐
cally when thetailgate is opened and lowers
again when thetailgate is closed.
#To retract: unhook cargo compartment
cover1from the brackets on the left and
right and guide it forwards by grab handle 2
until it is fully retracted.
The contour plate of theretracted cargo com‐
partment cover can be used in three positions:
Rfolded up by 45° (loading position)
Rhorizontal position (driving position)
Rfolded down and locked in place (rattle-free
position when driving)
Installing/removing the combined luggage
cover and net
Requirements
RRemove from the cargo compartment or
from the left-hand rear door if the seat backr‐
ests are folded forwards.
RThe cargo compartment cover and safetynet
areretracted.
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#To remove:press button 2.
#Fold the combined luggage cover and net
backwards with the seat backrest folded up.
#First, detach the combined luggage cover
and net from left-hand catch 1and then
remove it from right-hand bracket4.
#To install: slide the combined luggage cover
and net into right-hand bracket4up to the
stop.
#Place the combined luggage cover and net
into the left-hand bracket and slide it into
catch 1until the combined luggage cover
and net engages audibly.
Red lock verification indicator 3must no
longer be visible.
Attachingthe combined luggage cover and
net to therear seat backrest
*NOTE Damage to the combined luggage
cover and net when attaching it to the
seat backrest
When the combined luggage cover and net is
attached to the seat backrest, it may be
damaged when the seat backrest is folded
back.
#Do not fold the seat backrests back.
Requirement:
RThe seat backrests are folded forwards.
#Insert combined luggage cover and net 2
into both guides 1and push it up to the
stop in the direction of the arrow.
To disassemble the combined luggage cover and
net, follow the instructions in reverse order.
100Seats and stowing
Attachingthe safety net
&WARNING Risk of injury due to poorly
secured objects
On its own, the safetynetcannotsecureor
restrain heavy objects, items of luggage or
heavy loads.
You could be hit by an unsecured load during
sudden changes in direction, braking or in
theevent of an accident. There is an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
#Alwaysstow objects in such a waythat
they cannot be thrown around.
#Secure objects, luggage or loads
against slipping or tipping over, e.g. by
using lashing material, even if you are
using the safetynet.
For safetyreasons, always use a safetynetwhen
transporting aload.
Damaged safetynets can no longer fulfill their
protective functions and must be replaced. Visit
aqualified specialist workshop.
#Safety net without cargo compartment
enlargement: pull the safetynetbackfrom
therear bench seat by tab1.
#Hook the safetynetfirst on the left, then on
theright into eyelets 2.
#Safety net with cargo compartment
enlargement: guide the safetynetup by tab
1and hook it into eyelets 2.
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Overview of the tie-down eyes
1Tie-down eyes
Related topic:
Loading guidelines (→page 92).
Overview of bag hooks
&WARNING Risk of injury when using bag
hooks with heavy objects
The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects
or items of luggage.
Objects or items of luggage could be thrown
around and thereby hit vehicle occupants
when braking or abruptly changing direc‐
tions.
#Only hang light objects on the bag
hooks.
#Never hang hard, sharp-edged or fragile
objects on the bag hooks.
The bag hook can bear a maximum load of
6.6 lbs (3 kg). Do not use it to secure a load.
1Bag hook
Related topic:
Loading guidelines (→page 92).
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EASY-PACK load-securing kit
Notes on the EASY-PACK load-securing kit
The EASY-PACK load-securing kit allows youto
use your cargo compartment for a varietyof pur‐
poses. The components are located under the
cargo compartment floor.
1Bag containing the brackets and luggage
holder
2Telescopic rod
Inserting the brackets into the load rail
#Insert bracket1into the center of load rail
5.
#Press release knob 3and slide bracket1
into the desired position in load rail 5.
#Let go of release knob 3.
#Press locking button 4.
Bracket1is locked in load rail 5.
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#If necessary, fold tie-down eye2upwards.
Tensioning the luggage holder
Requirements:
RThe luggage holder is used to secure loads
against the side wall of the cargo compart‐
ment to prevent them from moving around.
ROnly secure loads with a maximum weight of
15.4 lbs (7 kg) and which are small enough
forthe luggage holder to tightly and properly
secure them.
#To install: insert two brackets 5into the
left or right load rail.
#Press release knob 1of luggage holder 2
and pull thestrap out slightly.
#Insert luggage holder 2into brackets 5
and, while doing so, press release knob 3
and slide the luggage holder downwards until
it engages.
#Press release knob 1of the luggage holder
and pull thestrap out in the direction of the
arrow.
#Place the load between thestrap and the
cargo compartment side wall.
#Using one hand, press release knob 1of
the luggage holder.
#With your other hand, let thestrap go slowly
until the load is secured.
#Make sure that locking button 4on brack‐
ets5is pressed.
Brackets 5are secured in place on the load
rail.
#To remove:press release knob 3on
respective bracket5and remove luggage
holder 2by pulling upwards and out.
Tensioning thetelescopic rod
Requirement:
The telescopic rod is used to secure loads
against therear seats to prevent them from
moving around.
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#To install: insert one bracket2into both
the left and right load rails and slide it to the
desired position.
#Insert telescopic rod1into brackets 2.
#When doing so, press release knob 3and
slide telescopic rod1down until it
engages.
#Make sure that locking button 4on brack‐
ets2is pressed.
Brackets 2are secured in place on the load
rail.
#To remove:press release knob 3on
respective bracket2and remove telescopic
rod1by pulling it up and out.
Opening thestowage space under the cargo
compartment floor
&WARNING Risk of injury due to an open
cargo compartment floor
If youdrive when the cargo compartment
floor is open, objects could be thrown around
and thereby strike vehicle occupants. There
is a risk of injury, particularly in theevent of
sudden braking or a sudden change in direc‐
tion.
#Always close the cargo compartment
floor before a journey.
#To open: holding theribbing, press handle
1down.
#Lift the cargo compartment floor up by han‐
dle 1.
#Fold out the hook on thestrap on the under‐
side of the cargo compartment floor and
hook it into therain trough.
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#To close: unhook the hook from therain
trough and fasten it to the bracket on the
underside of the cargo compartment floor.
#Fold the cargo compartment floor down and
then press handle 1down until it engages.
Attachingtheroof rack
&WARNING Risk of injury by exceeding
the maximum roof load
When you load theroof, thevehicle center of
gravity rises and the driving characteristics
change.
If youexceed the maximum roof load, the
driving characteristics, as well as thesteer‐
ing and braking, will be greatly impaired.
#Neverexceed the maximum roof load
and adjust your drivingstyle.
Youwill find information on the maximum roof
load in the "Technical data" section.
Requirements
ROnly use roof rackstested and approvedby
Mercedes-Benz.
RMake sure that you can raise the sliding sun‐
roof fully and open thetailgate fully once the
roof rack is installed.
RThe panoramic sliding sunroof cannot be
opened if a roof rack is installed. The panor‐
amic sliding sunroof closes again automati‐
cally when it encounters resistance.
#Secure theroof rack to theroof railing.
#Observe the manufacturer's installation
instructions.
Cup holder
Installing or removing the cup holder in the
center console
&WARNING ‑ Risk of accident or injury
when using the cup holder while the
vehicle is moving
The cup holder cannot secure containers
while thevehicle is moving.
If you use a cup holder while thevehicle is
moving, the container may be flung around
and liquids may be spilled. The vehicle occu‐
pants may come into contact with the liquid
and if it is hot, they could be scalded. You
could be distracted from traffic conditions
and you may lose control of thevehicle.
#Only use the cup holder when thevehi‐
cle is stationary.
#Only use the cup holder for containers
of theright size.
#Close the container, particularly if the
liquid is hot.
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#To remove:slide catch 2forwards and pull
out cup holder 1.
#To install: insert cup holder 1and slide
back catch 2.
%The rubber mat of the cup holder can be
removedfor cleaning, e.g. using clean, luke‐
warm water.
Opening the cup holder in therear armrest
*NOTE Damage to the cup holder
When therear armrest is folded back the cup
holder could become damaged.
#Only fold therear armrest back when
the cup holder is closed.
#To open: press on cup holder 1or 2.
#To fold in or out: place or remove a con‐
tainer from cup holder 1or 2.
Ashtray and cigarette lighter
Using the ashtray in the front center console
*NOTE Damage to thestowage compart‐
ment under the ashtray
The stowage compartment under the ashtray
is not heat resistant and could be damaged if
yourest a lit cigarette on it.
#Make sure that the ashtray is fully
engaged.
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#To open: push the cover of the ashtray
upwards on its right 2or left side.
#To remove the insert: press insert 1
upwards slightly and pull it out upwards.
#To install the insert: press insert 1into
the holder until the insert engages.
Using therear passenger compartment ash‐
tray
#To open: pull cover2out by its top handle
edge.
#To remove the insert: push ribbing 3from
the left side and pull insert 1upwards and
out.
#To install the insert: install insert 1from
above and press down into the holder until it
engages.
Using the cigarette lighter
&WARNING ‑ Risk of fire and injury from
hot cigarette lighter
You can burn yourself if youtouch the hot
heating element or the socket of the ciga‐
rette lighter.
In addition, flammable materials may ignite
if:
Ryoudrop the hot cigarette lighter
Rachild holds the hot cigarette lighter to
objects, forexample
#Always hold the cigarette lighter by the
knob.
#Always make sure that the cigarette
lighter is out of reach of children.
#Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
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#Press in cigarette lighter 1.
The cigarette lighter will pop out automati‐
cally when the heating element is red-hot.
Sockets
Using the 12 V socket in the front center
console
Requirements
ROnly connect devices up to a maximum of
180Watt (15 A)
RIf you have connected a device to the12 V
socket, leave the cover of thestowage com‐
partment open
#Lift up cover1of the socket and insert the
plug of the device.
Using the12 V socket in therear passenger
compartment
Requirement
Only connect devices up to a maximum of 180
watt (15 A)
#Brieflypress the trim of cover2.
#Lift out cover1of the socket and insert the
plug of the device.
Using the115 V socket in the rear passenger
compartment
&DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to dam‐
aged connecting cables or sockets
If a suitable device is connected, the115 V
socket will be carrying a high voltage. If the
connecting cable or the115 V socket is
pulled out of the trim or is damaged or wet,
you could receive an electric shock.
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#Only use dry and damage-free connect‐
ing cables.
#When the ignition is switched off,
ensure that the115 V socket is dry.
#If the115 V socket is damaged or gets
pulled out of the paneling, immediately
have the socketchecked or replaced at
aqualified specialized workshop.
#Never plug the connecting cable into a
115 V socketthat is damaged or has
been pulled out of the trim.
&DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to incor‐
rect handling of the socket
You could receive an electric shock:
Rif youreach into the socket.
Rif you insert unsuitable devices or objects
into the socket.
#Only connect suitable devices to the
socket.
Requirements
ROnly connect devices with a suitable plug
which conformsto thestandards specific to
the country you are in.
ROnly connect devices up to a maximum of
150watts.
RDo not use multiple socket outlets.
#Open flap 3.
#Insert the plug of the device into 115 V
socket1.
When the on-board electrical system voltage
is sufficient, indicator lamp 2lights up.
Using the12 V socket in the cargo compart‐
ment
Prerequisite
Only connect devices up to a maximum of 180
Watt (15 A)
110Seats and stowing
#Lift up cover1of the socket and insert the
plug of the device.
Wireless charging of the mobile phone and
connection with theexterior antenna
Notes on wireless charging of the mobile
phone
&WARNING Risk of injury due to objects
being stowed incorrectly
If objects in thevehicle interior are stowed
incorrectly, they can slide or be thrown
around and hit vehicle occupants. In addi‐
tion, cup holders, open stowage spaces and
mobile phone receptacles cannot always
retain all objects they contain.
There is a risk of injury, particularly in the
event of sudden braking or a sudden change
in direction.
#Alwaysstow objects so that they can‐
not be thrown around in such situa‐
tions.
#Always make sure that objects do not
protrude from stowage spaces, luggage
nets or stowage nets.
#Close the lockable stowage spaces
before starting a journey.
#Alwaysstow and secure heavy, hard,
pointed, sharp-edged, fragile or bulky
objects in the trunk/load compartment.
Observe the notes on loading thevehicle.
&WARNING Risk of fire from placing
objects in the mobile phone stowage
compartment
If you place objects in the mobile phone
stowage compartment, they may heat up
excessively and even catch fire.
#Do not place additional objects, espe‐
cially those mode of metal, in the
mobile phone stowage compartment.
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*NOTE Damage to objects caused by
placing them in the mobile phone stow‐
age compartment
If youplace objects in the mobile phone
stowage compartment, these may be dam‐
aged by electromagnetic fields.
#Do not place credit cards, storage
media or other objects sensitive to
electromagnetic fields in the mobile
phone stowage compartment.
*NOTE Damage to the mobile phone
stowage compartment caused by liquids
If liquid is spilled in the mobile phone stow‐
age compartment, the mobile phone stowage
compartment may be damaged.
#Do not spill liquids into the mobile
phone stowage compartment.
RDepending on thevehicle equipment, the
mobile phone is connected to thevehicle's
exterior antenna via thecharging module.
RThe charging function and wireless connec‐
tion of the mobile phone to thevehicle's
exterior antenna are only available when the
ignition is switched on.
RSmall mobile phones may not be able to be
charged in every position of the mobile
phone stowage compartment.
RLarge mobile phones which do not fit into the
mobile phone stowage compartment may not
be able to be charged or connected with the
exterior antenna.
RThe mobile phone may heat up during the
charging process. The mobile phone can be
cooled in the mobile phone stowage com‐
partment when the air conditioning system is
switched on. The cooling output in the
mobile phone stowage compartment is high‐
est when the controller in theglove box is
closed.
Wireless charging of the mobile phone
Requirements
RYour mobile phone must be suitable for wire‐
less charging (Qi-compatible mobile phone).
You can find a list of Qi-compatible mobile
phones online at:
http://www.mercedes-benz.com/connect
RTo ensure more efficient charging and con‐
nection with thevehicle's exterior antenna,
remove the protective cover from the mobile
phone.
RIf possible, use the mat when charging.
#Place the mobile phone as close as possible
to the center of mat 1with the display
facing up.
The mobile phone is charged automatically,
as is apparent from thewayin whichthe
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mobile phone reacts and from thecharging
symbol in the multimedia system display.
Malfunctions during thecharging process are
shown in the multimedia system display.
%To clean, mat 1can be removed.
Installing/removing floor mats
&WARNING Risk of accident due to
objects in the driver's footwell
Objects in the driver's footwell may impede
pedal travel or block a depressed pedal.
This jeopardizes the operating and road
safetyof thevehicle.
#Stow all objects in thevehicle securely
so that they cannot get into the driver's
footwell.
#Always install thefloor mats securely
and as prescribed in order to ensure
that there is always sufficient room for
the pedals.
#Do not use loose floor mats and do not
place floor mats on top of one another.
#To install: press studs 1onto holders 2.
#To remove:pull thefloor mat off the holders
2.
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Exterior lighting
Lighting systems and your responsibility
The various lighting systems of thevehicle are
only aids. The driver of thevehicle is responsible
for correct vehicle illumination in accordance
with the prevailing light and visibility conditions,
legal requirements and traffic situation.
Light switch
Operating the light switch
#1WLeft-hand standing lamp
#2XRight-hand standing lamp
#3TParking lights and license plate
lighting
#4ÃAutomatic driving lights (preferred
light switch position)
#5LLow beam/high beam
#6RSwitches therear fog light on or off
When low beam is activated, the indicator lamp
forthe parking lights is deactivated and replaced
by the low beam indicator lamp.
Always park your vehicle safely and in a well-lit
area, in accordance with therelevant legalstipu‐
lations.
*NOTE Battery discharging by operating
thestanding lights
Operating thestanding lights over a period of
hours puts a strain on the battery.
#Where possible, switch on the
right Xor left Wparking light.
In the case of severe battery discharging, the
parking lamps or standing lamps are automati‐
cally switched off to facilitate a future engine
start.
114Light and visibility
The exterior lighting (except parking and stand‐
ing lamps) switches off automatically when the
driver's door is opened.
Automatic headlamp mode
The parking lights, low beam and daytime run‐
ning lamps are switched on or off automatically
depending on the ignition status, whether the
engine is running and on the ambient light.
&WARNING Risk of accident when the low
beam is switched off in poor visibility
When the light switch is set to Ã,the low
beam may not be switched on automatically
if there is fog, snow or other causes of poor
visibility such as spray.
#In such cases, turn the light switch to
L.
The automatic driving lights are only an aid. You
are responsible forvehicle lighting.
Activating/deactivating the rear fog light
Requirement
The light switch is in theLor Ãposition.
#Press theRbutton.
Please observe the country-specific laws on the
use of rear fog lamps.
Operating the light combination switch
1High beam
2Turn signal light, right
3High-beam flasher
4Turn signal light, left
#Pull or push the combination switch in the
relevant direction following the arrow.
Switching on the high beam manually
#Vehicles with Adaptive Highbeam Assist:
Turn the light switch to theLposition.
RPress the combination switch beyond the
pressure point in the direction of
arrow1.
When the high beam is activated, the indicator
lamp for low beam is deactivated and replaced
by the indicator lamp forthe high beam.
#To switch off the high beam: move the
combination switch back to its starting posi‐
tion.
#To indicate briefly: press the combination
switch briefly up to the pressure point in the
direction of arrow 2or 4.
The corresponding turn signal light flashes
three times.
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#To indicate for a duration: press the combi‐
nation switch beyond the pressure point in
the direction of arrow 2or 4.
Activating/deactivating the hazard warning
light
#Press button :.
Cornering light
Cornering light function
Cornering light improvesthe illumination of the
roadway over a wide angle in the direction you
are turning, enabling better visibility in tight
bends, forexample. It can only be activated
when the low beam is switched on.
The function is active:
RAt speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h) when
the turn signal light is switched on or the
steering wheel is turned.
RAt speeds between 25 mph (40 km/h) and
45 mph (70 km/h) when thesteering wheel
is turned.
Traffic circle and intersection function: The
cornering light is activated on both sides through
an evaluation of the current GPS position of the
vehicle. It remains active until afterthevehicle
has left the traffic circle or the intersection.
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Function of Adaptive Highbeam Assist
&WARNING Risk of accident despite
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Adaptive Highbeam Assist does not recog‐
nize thefollowing road users:
RRoad users without lights, e.g. pedes‐
trians
RRoad users with poor lighting, e.g.
cyclists
RRoad users whose lighting is obstructed,
e.g. by a barrier
116Light and visibility
On very rare occasions, Adaptive Highbeam
Assist may fail to recognize other road users
with their own lighting, or may recognize
them too late.
In these or similar situations, the automatic
high beam is not deactivated or is activated
despite the presence of other road users.
#Always observe the traffic carefully and
switch off the high beam in good time.
Adaptive Highbeam Assist switches automati‐
cally between:
RLow beam
RHigh beam
At speeds above 19 mph (30 km/h):
RIf no other road users are detected, the high
beam is automatically switched on.
The high beam switches off automatically:
RAt speeds below 16 mph (25 km/h).
RIf other road users are detected.
RIf street lighting is sufficient.
At speeds above approx.31 mph(50 km/h):
RThe headlamp range of the low beam is regu‐
lated automatically based on the distance to
other road users.
The system's optical sensor is located behind
the windshield near theoverhead control panel.
System limitations
Adaptive Highbeam Assist cannot take into
account road, weather or traffic conditions.
Detection may be restricted if:
RVisibility is impaired, forexample in fog,
heavy rain or snow.
RThere is dirt on the sensors or if the sensors
are coveredover.
Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist on/off
#To switch on: turn the light switch to
theÃposition.
Light and visibility 117
#Switch on the high beam using the combina‐
tion switch.
When the high beam is switched on automat‐
ically in the dark, the_indicator lamp in
the multifunction display comes on.
#To switch off: switch off the high beam
using the combination switch.
Switching the daytime running lights on/off
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Light .Daytime Running
Lights
#Activate or deactivate the function.
Setting theexterior lighting switch-off delay
time
Prerequisite
The light switch is in theÃposition.
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Light .Exterior Lighting
Delayed Switch-off
If you switch on this function, theexterior light‐
ing is switched on for a short time afterthevehi‐
cle is switched off.
#Set the switch-off delay time.
Switching the locator lighting on/off
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Light .Locator Lighting
The exterior lighting remains lit for 30 seconds
afterthevehicle is unlocked. When youstart the
vehicle, the locator lighting is switched off and
automatic driving lights are activated.
#Activate or deactivate the function.
Interior lighting
Adjusting the interior lighting
Front overhead control panel
#1pSwitches the front left-hand reading
lamp on/off
#2|Switches the automatic interior
lighting control on/off
#3cSwitches the front interior lighting
on/off
#4uSwitches therear interior lighting
on/off
118Light and visibility
#5pSwitches the front right-hand read‐
ing lamp on/off
Control panel in thegrab handle (rear
passenger compartment)
#1pSwitches thereading lamp on/off
Adjusting the ambient lighting
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Light
Setting the color
#Select Ambient Light Color.
#Select a color.
Adjusting the brightness
#Select Ambient Light Brightness.
#To set the brightness: select the brightness
value using the left-hand setting element.
#To set the zone: select the zone using the
right-hand setting element.
Setting the interior lighting switch-off delay
time
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Light .Interior Lighting
Delayed Switch-off
#Set the switch-off delay time.
Windshield wiper and windshield washer
system
Switching the windshield wiper on/off
#1íSingle wipe/îwiping with
washer fluid
#1gWindshield wiper off
#2ÄIntermittent wiping, normal
Light and visibility 119
#3ÅIntermittent wiping, frequent
#4°Continuous wiping, slow
#5¯Continuous wiping, fast
Switching therear window windshield wiper
on/off
#1èSwitch
#1bWipes with washer fluid
#2ISwitches on intermittent wiping
#30Switches off intermittent wiping
#4bWipes with washer fluid
Changing the windshield wiper blades
&WARNING Risk of becoming trapped if
the windshield wipers are switched on
while wiper blades are being replaced
If the windshield wipers begin to move while
you are changing the wiper blades, you can
be trapped by the wiper arm.
#Always switch off the windshield wipers
and the ignition before changing the
wiper blades.
Moving the wiper arms to avertical position
#Set the windshield wiper to the°slow
continuous wiping position on the combina‐
tion switch.
#As soon as the wiper arms are vertical rela‐
tive to the hood, switch off the ignition.
#Fold the wiper arm away from the windshield.
Removing the wiper blades
#Hold the wiper arm with one hand. With the
other hand, turn the wiper blade in the direc‐
tion of arrow 1away from the wiper arm to
thestop.
120Light and visibility
#Slide catch 2in the direction of arrow3
until it engages in theremoval position.
#Remove the wiper blade in the direction of
arrow 4away from the wiper arm.
Installing the wiper blades
#Insert the new wiper blade into the wiper
arm in the direction of arrow 1.
#Slide catch 2in the direction of arrow3
until it engages in the locking position.
#Make sure that the wiper blade sits correctly.
#Fold the wiper arm back onto the windshield.
Light and visibility 121
Maintenance display
#Remove protective film 1of the mainte‐
nance display on the tip of the newly instal‐
led wiper blade.
If the color of the maintenance display changes
from black to yellow, the wiper blades should be
replaced.
%The duration of the color change varies
depending on the usage conditions.
Replacing the rear window wiper blades
Removing the wiper blade
#Switch the ignition off.
#Fold wiper arm 4away from therear win‐
dow.
#Press both release clips 2.
#Fold wiper blade 1in the direction of arrow
3away from wiper arm 4.
#Remove wiper blade 1in the direction of
arrow 5.
Installing the wiper blades
122Light and visibility
#Position new wiper blade 1with recess 6
on lug 5.
#Fold wiper blade 1in the direction of arrow
3onto the wiper arm until retaining clips
2engage in bracket4.
#Make sure that wiper blade 1sits correctly.
#Fold the wiper arm back onto therear win‐
dow.
Mirrors
Operating the outside mirrors
&WARNING Risk of injury from adjusting
thevehicle settings while thevehicle is in
motion
You could lose control of thevehicle in the
following situations:
Rif you adjust the driver's seat, the head
restraint, thesteering wheel or the mirror
while thevehicle is in motion
Rif youfasten your seat belt while thevehi‐
cle is in motion
#Before starting the engine: adjust the
driver's seat, the head restraint, the
steering wheel or the mirror and fasten
your seat belt.
&WARNING Risk of accident due to mis‐
judgment of distances when using the
passenger mirror
The outside mirror on the front passenger
side reflects objects on a smaller scale. The
objects in view are in fact closer than they
appear.
As a result, you may misjudge the distance
between you and theroad user driving
behind you, forexample, when changing
lanes.
#Therefore, always look over your shoul‐
der in order to ensure that you are
aware of the actual distance between
you and theroad users driving behind
you.
#To fold in or out: briefly press button 1.
%If the battery has been disconnected or com‐
pletely discharged,the outside mirrors must
be reset. Only then will the automatic mirror
folding function work properly.
#To adjust: select therequired mirror using
button 3or 4.
Light and visibility 123
#Use button 2to set the position of the mir‐
roryou have selected.
An outside mirror which has been pushed out of
position can be engaged in position again in the
following manner:
#Vehicles with electrically folding outside
mirrors:press and hold button 1.
Youwill hear a click and the mirror audibly
engage in position. The mirror is set into the
correct position.
Automatic anti-glare mirrors
&WARNING Risk of burns and poisoning
due to the anti-glare mirror electrolyte
Electrolyte may escape if theglass in an
automatic anti-glare mirror breaks.
The electrolyte is harmful and causes irrita‐
tion. It must not come into contact with your
skin, eyes, respiratory organs or clothing or
be swallowed.
#If you come into contact with electro‐
lyte, observe thefollowing:
RRinse the electrolyte from your skin
and seek medical attention immedi‐
ately.
RIf electrolyte comes into contact
with your eyes, rinse them thor‐
oughly with clean water and seek
medical attention immediately.
RIf the electrolyte is swallowed,
immediately rinse your mouth out
thoroughly. Do not induce vomiting.
Seek medical attention immediately.
RImmediately change out of clothing
which has come into contact with
electrolyte.
RIf an allergic reaction occurs, seek
medical attention immediately.
The inside rearview mirror and outside mirror on
the driver's side automatically go into anti-glare
mode if light from a headlamp hits the inside
rearview mirror.
System limitations
The mirrors do not go into anti-glare mode in the
following situations:
Rthe engine is switched off
Rreversegear is engaged
Rinterior lighting is switched on
Parking position of the passenger outside
mirror
The parking position makes parking easier.
The passenger outside mirror tilts down and
shows therear wheel on the front passenger
side if:
Rthe parking position is stored
Rthe passenger mirror is selected
Rreversegear is engaged
The passenger outside mirror moves back to its
original position in thefollowing situations:
Rif you shift the transmission to another trans‐
mission position
Rwhen driving faster than 9 mph (15 km/h)
Rif youpress the button forthe outside mirror
on the driver's side
124Light and visibility
Saving the parking position of the passenger
outside mirror
Prerequisite
Reversegear must not be engaged when storing
using the memory button.
#To store using the memory button: select
the passenger outside mirror using button
2.
#Move the passenger outside mirror into the
desired parking position using button 1.
#Press memory button M.
#Confirm immediately using button 1to
store the setting.
%No more than three seconds may pass
between pressing memory button M and
button 1. The mirror setting process is can‐
celed afterthree seconds.
Activating/deactivating the automatic mirror
folding function
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Vehicle Settings .Auto-
matic Mirror Folding
#Activate Oor deactivate ªthe function.
Operating the sun visors
#Glare from the front: fold sun visor 1
down.
#Glare from the side: swing sun visor 1to
the side.
#Slide sun visor 1horizontally as required.
#Fold down additional sun visor 2.
Light and visibility 125
Infrared reflective windshield
The infraredreflective windshield is coated and
prevents an excessive build-up of heat in the
vehicle interior.
The coating shields thevehicle interior against
radio waves up into the gigahertz range.
Radio-controlled equipment, such as toll sys‐
tems, can only be mounted on areas of the wind‐
shield which are permeable to radio waves 1.
Areas permeable to radio waves 1are best visi‐
ble from outside thevehicle when the windshield
is illuminated using an external light source.
126Light and visibility
Overview of climate control systems
Notes on climate control
In order forthe air conditioning system, the
monitoring of the level of pollution and thefilter‐
ing of the air function correctly, an interior air fil‐
ter must always be used. Make sure that thefil‐
ter is installed correctly and thefilter housing in
the engine compartment is closed correctly
using the cover and always tightly sealed when
in operation. Use filters recommended and
approvedby Mercedes-Benz. Always have
service work carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop.
Dual-zone climate control overview
The indicator lamps in the buttons indicate that
the current function is activated.
1Sets the driver's side temperature
2Sets the air distribution
3Sets the airflow or switch off climate control
4Sets climate control to automatic mode
(→page 128)
5Defrosts the windshield
6Calls up the climate control menu of the
multimedia system
7Switches therear window heater on/off
8Activates or deactivates synchronization
(→page 128)
9Switches air-recirculation mode on/off
(→page 129)
ASwitches the A/C function on/off
(→page 128)
BSets the front passenger side temperature
Overview of the multimedia system climate
control settings
The climate control settings can be adjusted
using the climate control bar or the climate con‐
trol menu.
Climate control 127
1To adjust thetemperature and air distribu‐
tion and display the current setting
2To call up the climate control menu and dis‐
play the current cooling setting
3To adjust the airflow and temperature and
display the current setting
Operating the climate control system
Activating/deactivating climate control
#To activate: set the airflow to level 1 or
higher using theHbutton.
#To deactivate: set the airflow to level 0
using theHbutton.
%If climate control is deactivated, the win‐
dows can fog up more quickly. Deactivate
climate control only briefly.
Activating/deactivating the A/C function via
the control panel
The A/C function cools, heats and dehumidifies
the interior air in thevehicle.
#Press the¿button.
Deactivate the A/C function only briefly other‐
wise the windows can fog up more quickly.
Condensation may drip from the underside of
thevehicle when cooling mode is active. This is
not a sign that there is a malfunction.
Setting climate control to automatic mode
In automatic mode, the set temperature is con‐
trolled and maintained at a constant levelby the
air supply.
#Press theÃbutton.
#To switch to manual mode: press theH
or _button.
Air distribution settings
The symbols in the display indicate which vents
the airflow is being directed through:
R¯Defrostervent
RPCenter and side air vents
ROFootwell vents
RSCenter, side and footwell vents
RaDefroster and footwell vents
R_All vents
RbDefroster, middle and side air vents
RWAutomatic air distribution
Activating/deactivating the climate control
synchronization function via the control
panel
Climate control can be set centrally using the
synchronization function. The temperature and
air distribution setting forthe driver's side is
adopted automatically forthe front passenger
side.
#Press the0button.
128Climate control
The synchronization function is deactivated if the
settings for one of theother climate zones are
changed.
Defrosting the windows
Windows fogged up on the inside
#Press theÃbutton.
#If the windows continue to fog up: press the
¬button.
Windows fogged up on the outside
#Switch on the windshield wipers.
#Press theÃbutton.
Switching air-recirculation mode on/off
#Press thegbutton.
The interior air will be recirculated.
Air-recirculation mode is switched off automati‐
cally.
%If air-recirculation mode is switched on, the
windows may fog up more quickly. Switch on
air-recirculation mode only briefly.
Activating and deactivating ionization
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle
Ionization cleans and refreshes the interior air of
thevehicle. The ionization of the interior air is
odorless.
#To call up the climate control bar: navigate
down until the climate control bar is active.
#Call up theA/C On/Off climate control
menu.
#Select Ionization.
#Activate or deactivate the function.
%The climate control bar can be called up
from any menu.
Perfume atomizer
Activating or deactivating the fragrance sys‐
tem
Prerequisites
RAutomatic climate control is activated.
RThe glove box is closed.
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle
The fragrance system distributes a pleasant fra‐
grance throughout thevehicle interior from a fla‐
con located in theglove box.
#To call up the climate control bar: navigate
down until the climate control bar is active.
#Call up theA/C On/Off climate control
menu.
#Select Air Freshener.
#Activate or deactivate fragrancing.
#Adjust the intensity.
%The climate control bar can be called up
from any menu.
Inserting or removing the flacon of the fra‐
grance system
&WARNING Risk of injury from liquid per‐
fume
If children open theflacon, they could drink
the liquid perfume or it could come into con‐
tact with their eyes.
Climate control 129
#Consult a doctor immediately if liquid
perfume has been drunk.
#If liquid perfume comes into contact
with your eyes or skin, rinse your eyes
with clean water.
#If symptoms continue, consult a doctor.
+ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental
damage due to improper disposal of full
flacons
Full flacons must not be disposed
of with household waste.
#
Full flacons must be takento
a harmful substance collection point.
1Cap
2Flacon
#To insert: slide theflacon into the holder as
far as it will go.
#To remove:pull out theflacon.
If youdo not use genuine Mercedes-Benz interior
perfumes, observethe manufacturers' safety
notices on the perfume packaging.
Dispose of thegenuine Mercedes-Benz interior
perfume flacon when it is emptyand do notrefill
it.
Refillable flacon
#Unscrew the cap of the emptyflacon.
#Fill theflacon with a maximum of 0.5 fl. oz.
(15 ml).
#Screw the cap back on to theflacon.
Alwaysrefill the emptyrefillable flacon with the
same perfume. Observe the separate informa‐
tion sheet attached to theflacon.
Information on the windshield heater
The windshield heater is switched on automati‐
cally:
RIf the¬button is activated.
Afterthevehicle is startedthe windshield heater
is switched on automatically as needed.
130Climate control
Air vents
Adjusting the front air vents
&WARNING ‑ Danger of burns or frostbite
due to being too close to the air vents
Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air
vents.
This could result in burns or frostbite in the
immediate vicinity of the air vents.
#Make sure that all vehicle occupants
always maintain a sufficient distance to
the air vents.
#If necessary, direct the airflow to
another area of thevehicle interior.
#To open or close: turn controller 2to the
left or right as far as it will go.
#To adjust the airflow direction: hold air
vent 1in the center and move it up or down
or to the left or right.
Adjusting the rear air vents
#To open or close: turn controller 2to the
left or right as far as it will go.
#To adjust the air direction: hold rear air
vent 1in the center and move it up or down
or to the left or right.
Opening/closing the air vent in theglove box
*NOTE Damage to temperature-sensitive
objects in theglove box
Temperature-sensitive objects stored in the
glove box may be damaged by the air vent
located inside it.
Climate control 131
#Close the air vent when you heat the
vehicle.
#At high outside temperatures, open the
air vent and switch on the A/C func‐
tion.
Requirement:
Automatic climate control is activated.
1Air vent controller
2Air vent
#To open or close: turn controller 1to the
left or right.
132Climate control
Driving
Switching on the power supply or ignition
using thestart/stop button
&WARNING Risk of accident and injury
due to children left unattended in the
vehicle
If children are left unattended in thevehicle,
they could:
ROpen doors,thereby endangering other
persons or road users
RGet out of thevehicle and be hit by
oncoming traffic
ROperate vehicle equipment
In addition, thechildren could also set the
vehicle in motion, forexample, by:
RReleasing the parking brake
RShifting the transmission out of park
position j
RStarting the engine.
#Never leave children and animals unat‐
tended in thevehicle.
#When leaving thevehicle, alwaystake
the SmartKey with you and lock the
vehicle.
#Keep the SmartKey out of thereach of
children.
&WARNING Risk of exhaust gas poisoning
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling
these exhaust gases causes poisoning.
#Never leave the engine running in an
enclosed space without sufficient venti‐
lation.
&WARNING Risk of fire caused by flam‐
mable material on theexhaust system
Flammable materials brought in by either ani‐
mals or environmental influences may ignite
if they come into contact with hot parts of
the engine or exhaust system.
#Therefore, check regularly that there
are no flammable materials in the
engine compartment or on theexhaust
system.
Requirements
RThe SmartKey is located in thevehicle and
the SmartKey battery is not discharged.
Driving and parking 133
#To switch on the power supply:press but‐
ton1(USA) or 2(Canada) once.
You can now activate the windshield wiper,
forexample.
The power supply is switched off again if thefol‐
lowing conditions are met:
RThe driver's door is open.
RYoupress button1(USA) or 2(Canada)
twice.
#To switch on the ignition: press button 1
(USA) or 2(Canada) twice.
The indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
light up.
The ignition is switched off again if one of the
following conditions is met:
RYoudo not start thevehicle within
15 minutes.
RYoupress button1(USA) or 2(Canada)
once.
Starting thevehicle
Starting thevehicle with thestart/stop but‐
ton
Requirements
RThe SmartKey is located in thevehicle and
the SmartKey battery is not discharged.
#Shift the transmission to position jor i.
#Depress the brake pedal and push button 1
(USA) or 2(Canada) once.
#If thevehicle does not start: switch off non-
essential consumers and press button 1
(USA) or 2(Canada) once.
#If thevehicle still does not start: start the
vehicle in emergency operation mode.
Cooling or heating the vehicle interior before
starting the journey
If youstart thevehicle via your smartphone, the
previously selected climate control setting is
active.
Before starting, make sure:
RThe legal stipulations in the area where your
vehicle is parked permit engine starting via
smartphone.
RIt is safe to start and runthe engine where
your vehicle is parked.
RThe fuel tank is sufficiently filled.
RThe starter battery has sufficient charge.
%You can also set thetemperature with your
smartphone. Information on Mercedes me
connect and other services: http://
www.mercedes.me.
Starting thevehicle using a smartphone
&WARNING Risk of crushing or entrap‐
ment due to unintentional starting of the
engine
Limbs could be crushed or trapped if the
engine is started unintentionally during
service or maintenance work.
134Driving and parking
#Always secure the engine against unin‐
tentional starting before carrying out
maintenance or repair work.
Requirements
RPark position jis selected.
RThe anti-theft alarm system is not armed.
RThe panic alarm is not armed.
RThe hazard warning lights are switched off.
RThe engine hood is closed.
RThe doors are closed and locked.
RThe windows and sliding sunroof are closed.
#Start thevehicle using the smartphone:
RAfterevery vehicle start, the engine runs for
ten minutes.
RYou can carry out a maximum of two consec‐
utive starting attempts.
RYou can stop thevehicle again at any time.
RFurther information can be found in the
smartphone app.
Securing the engine against starting before
carrying out maintenance or repair work:
#Switch on the hazard warning lights.
or
#Unlock the doors.
or
#Open a side window or the sliding sunroof.
Starting thevehicle in emergency operation
mode
If thevehicle cannot be started, thePlace the
Key in the Marked Space See Operator's Manual
display message appears in the multifunction
display.
#Make sure that marked space 2is empty.
#Remove SmartKey 1from thekeyring.
#Place SmartKey1in marked space 2.
The vehicle will start after a short while.
If youremove SmartKey 1from marked
space 2the engine continues running. For
further vehicle starts however, SmartKey 1
must be located in marked space 2during
the entire journey.
#Have SmartKey 1checked at a qualified
specialist workshop.
If thevehicle does not start:
#Leave SmartKey 1in marked space 2.
#Depress the brake pedal and start thevehicle
using thestart/stop button.
%You can also switch on the power supply or
the ignition with thestart/stop button.
Driving and parking 135
Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle
To preserve the engine during thefirst
1,000 miles (1,500 km):
RDrive at varying road speeds and engine
speeds.
RDrive in drive program Cor E.
RChange up before thetachometer needle is
Ôof thewayto thered area of thetachome‐
ter.
RDo not shift down a gear manually in order to
brake.
RAvoid overstraining thevehicle, e.g. driving at
full throttle.
RDo not depress the accelerator pedal beyond
the pressure point (kickdown).
ROnly increase the engine speed gradually and
accelerate thevehicle to full speed after
1,000 miles (1,500 km).
This also applies when the engine or parts of the
drivetrain have been replaced.
Please also observe thefollowing running-in
notes:
RIn certain driving and driving safetysystems,
the sensors adjust automatically while a cer‐
tain distance is being driven afterthevehicle
has been delivered or afterrepairs. Full sys‐
tem effectiveness is not achieved until the
end of this teach-in process.
RBrake linings, brake discs and tires that are
either new or have been replaced only ach‐
ieve optimum braking effect and grip after
several hundred kilometers of driving. Com‐
pensate forthereduced braking effect by
applyinggreaterforceto the brake pedal.
Driving tips
&WARNING Risk of accident due to
objects in the driver's footwell
Objects in the driver's footwell may impede
pedal travel or block a depressed pedal.
This jeopardizes the operating and road
safetyof thevehicle.
#Stow all objects in thevehicle securely
so that they cannot get into the driver's
footwell.
#Ensure floor mats and carpets cannot
slip and provide sufficient room forthe
pedals.
#Do not lay multiple floor mats or car‐
pets on top of one another.
&WARNING Risk of accident due to
unsuitable footwear
Operation of the pedals may be restricted
due to unsuitable footwear such as:
RShoes with platform soles
RShoes with high heels
RSlippers
#When driving alwayswear suitable
shoes in order to be able to operate the
pedals safely.
136Driving and parking
&WARNING Risk of accident due to the
ignition being switched off whilst the
vehicle is in motion
If youswitch off the ignition whilst thevehi‐
cle is in motion safety-relevant functions will
be restricted or no longer available. This may
effect the powersteering system and brake
force boosting, forexample.
Youwill need to use considerably more force
to steer and brake.
#Do not switch off the ignition whilst the
vehicle is in motion.
&WARNING Risk of exhaust gas poisoning
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling
these exhaust gases causes poisoning.
#Never leave the engine running in an
enclosed space without sufficient venti‐
lation.
&WARNING Risk of skidding and of an
accident due to shifting down on slippery
road surfaces
If you shift down on slippery road surfaces to
increase the engine braking effect, the drive
wheels may lose traction.
#Do not shift down on slippery road sur‐
faces to increase the engine braking
effect.
&DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to poi‐
sonous exhaust gases
If thetailpipe is blocked or sufficient ventila‐
tion is not possible, poisonous exhaust gases
such as carbon monoxide may enter thevehi‐
cle. This is the case if thevehicle getsstuck
in snow,forexample.
#Keep thetailpipe and the area around
thevehicle free from snow when the
engine or thestationary heater are run‐
ning.
#Open a window on the windward side of
thevehicle to ensure an adequate sup‐
ply of fresh air.
&WARNING Risk of accident or injury due
to driving under the influence of alcohol
and drugs
Driving and the consumption of alcohol
and/or drugs are an extremely dangerous
combination. Even small quantities of alcohol
or drugs can compromise your reflexes, per‐
ception and judgment.
The possibility of a serious or evenfatal acci‐
dent is 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 alcohol or taking drugs.
Driving and parking 137
&WARNING Risk of accident due to the
brake system overheating
If you leave your foot on the brake pedal
when driving, the brake system may over‐
heat.
This increases the braking distance and the
brake system may evenfail.
#Never use the brake pedal as a footrest.
#Do not depress the brake pedal and the
accelerator pedal at the same time
while driving.
*NOTE Wearing out the brake linings by
continuously depressing the brake pedal
#Do not depress the brake pedal contin‐
uously whilst driving.
#To use the braking effect of the engine,
shift to a lowergear in good time.
*NOTE Damage to the drivetrain and the
engine when pulling away
#Do not warm up the engine when the
vehicle is stationary. Pull away immedi‐
ately.
#Avoid high engine speeds and driving at
full throttle until the engine has reached
operating temperature.
#Do not allow the wheels to spin.
*NOTE Damage to the catalytic converter
due to non-combusted fuel
The engine is not running smoothly and is
misfiring.
Non-combusted fuel may get into the cata‐
lytic converter.
#Only depress the accelerator pedal
slightly.
#Have the cause rectified immediately at
aqualified specialist workshop.
Limited braking effect on salt-treatedroads:
RDue to salt build-up on the brake discs and
brake lining, the braking distance can
increase considerably or result in braking
only on one side.
RMaintain a much greater distance to thevehi‐
cle in front.
To prevent salt build-up:
RBrake occasionally while paying attention to
the traffic conditions.
RCarefully depress the brake pedal at the end
of the journey and when starting the next
journey.
ECO start/stop function
Operation of the ECO start/stop function
The engine is switched off automatically:
RIf youbrake thevehicle to astandstill in
transmission position hor i.
RIf all vehicle conditions for an automatic
engine stop are met.
138Driving and parking
The èsymbol appears in the multifunction
display when thevehicle is stationary.
The engine is restarted automatically if:
RYourelease the brake pedal with the trans‐
mission in position hwhen the HOLD func‐
tion is not active.
RYou shift from transmission position j.
RYou engage transmission position hor k.
RYoudepress the accelerator pedal.
RYouswitch to drive programS+.
RYouchange thevehicle level.
RAn automatic engine start is necessary.
If the engine was switched off by the ECO start/
stop function and you leave thevehicle, a warn‐
ing tone sounds. The Vehicle Operational Switch
the Ignition Off Before Exiting display message
also appears in the multifunction display.
If youdo not switch off the ignition, the ignition
is automatically switched off after one minute.
Deactivating or activating the ECO start/
stop function
#Press button 1.
If indicator lamp 2lights up, the ECO start/
stop function is switched on.
%Depending on the model, the button may
also be located at a different position in the
center console.
ECO display
The ECO display summarizes the driving style
from thestart of the journey to its completion
and assists you in achieving the most economi‐
cal driving style.
You can influence consumption if you:
Rdrive with particular care
Rdrive thevehicle in drive program E
Robserve thegearshift recommendations
The inner segment lights up green and the outer
segment fills up:
R1Moderate acceleration
Driving and parking 139
R2Gentle deceleration and rolling
R3Consistent speed
The inner segment is gray and the outer seg‐
ment empties:
R1Sporty acceleration
R2Heavy braking
R3Fluctuations in speed
You have driven economically when:
Rthethree outer segments are completely fil‐
led simultaneously.
Rthe ECO display border lights up.
The additional range achieved as a result of your
drivingstyle in comparison to a driver with a
very sporty driving style is shown under Bonus
fr. Start. The range displayed does not indicate a
fixedreduction in consumption.
DYNAMIC SELECT switch
Function of theDYNAMIC SELECT switch
Use theDYNAMIC SELECT switch to change
between thefollowing drive programs:
RI (Individual): individual settings
RS+ (Sport Plus): particularly sporty driving
style
RS (Sport): sporty driving style
RC (Comfort): comfortable and economical
driving style
RE (Economy): particularly economical driving
style
Depending on the drive program selected, the
following vehicle characteristics will change:
RDrive system
-Engine and transmission management
-ESP®
-Distance Pilot DISTRONIC
RSuspension
RSteering
RAvailability of the ECO start/stop function
Operating theDYNAMIC SELECT switch
#Press DYNAMIC SELECT switch 1forwards
or backwards.
The drive program selected appears in the
multifunction display.
140Driving and parking
Configuring drive program I
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .DYNAMIC SELECT .Individ-
ual
#Select the individual setting.
Automatic transmission
DIRECT SELECT selector lever
Function of the DIRECT SELECT lever
&WARNING Risk of accident and injury
due to children left unattended in the
vehicle
If children are left unattended in thevehicle,
they could:
ROpen doors,thereby endangering other
persons or road users
RGet out of thevehicle and be hit by
oncoming traffic
ROperate vehicle equipment
In addition, thechildren could also set the
vehicle in motion, forexample, by:
RReleasing the parking brake
RShifting the transmission out of park
position j
RStarting the engine.
#Never leave children and animals unat‐
tended in thevehicle.
#When leaving thevehicle, alwaystake
the SmartKey with you and lock the
vehicle.
#Keep the SmartKey out of thereach of
children.
&WARNING Risk of accident due to incor‐
rect gearshifting
If the engine speed is higher than the idle
speed and you engage the transmission posi‐
tion hor k,thevehicle may accelerate
sharply.
#If you engage the transmission position
hor kalways depress the brake
pedal firmly and do not accelerate at
the same time.
*NOTE Damage to the automatic trans‐
mission caused by changing the trans‐
mission position during the journey
#Only change the transmission position
when thevehicle is stationary.
Use the DIRECT SELECT leverto shift the trans‐
mission position. The current transmission posi‐
tion is displayed in the multifunction display.
Driving and parking 141
jPark position
kReversegear
iNeutral
hDrive position
Engaging reversegear R
#Depress the brake pedal and push the
DIRECT SELECT lever up past thefirst point
of resistance.
The transmission position display shows k
in the multifunction display.
Shifting to neutral N
#Depress the brake pedal and push the
DIRECT SELECT lever up or down to thefirst
point of resistance.
Transmission position display iis shown in
the multifunction display.
Releasing the brake pedal will allow youto move
thevehicle freely, e.g. to push it or tow it away.
If youwant the automatic transmission to
remain in neutral N even if the ignition is
switched off:
#Start thevehicle.
#Depress the brake pedal and shift to neutral
i.
#Release the brake pedal.
#Switch the ignition off.
%If you leave the SmartKey in thevehicle and
then exit thevehicle, the automatic trans‐
mission remains in neutral i
Engaging park position P
#Press button 1.
Transmission position display jis shown in
the multifunction display.
142Driving and parking
Park position jis engaged automatically if one
of thefollowing conditions is met:
RYouswitch the engine off with the transmis‐
sion in position hor k.
RYou open the driver's door when thevehicle
is stationary or when driving at a very low
speed and the transmission is in position h
or k.
Engaging drive position D
#Depress the brake pedal and push the
DIRECT SELECT lever down past thefirst
point of resistance.
The transmission position display shows h
in the multifunction display.
When the automatic transmission is in transmis‐
sion position h, it shifts thegears automati‐
cally. This is determined by:
RThe selected drive program
RThe position of the accelerator pedal
RThe road speed
Manual gear shifting
&WARNING Risk of skidding and of an
accident due to shifting down on slippery
road surfaces
If you shift down on slippery road surfaces to
increase the engine braking effect, the drive
wheels may lose traction.
#Do not shift down on slippery road sur‐
faces to increase the engine braking
effect.
#To activate: pull steering wheel gearshift
paddle 1or 2.
Manual gearshifting is activated for a short
time. The current gear is displayed in the
multifunction display.
#To shift up: pull steering wheel gearshift
paddle 2.
#To shift down: pull steering wheel gearshift
paddle 1.
#To deactivate: pull steering wheel gearshift
paddle 2and hold it in place.
The transmission position
happears in the multifunction display.
%If you select theManual drive setting in
drive programI, manual gearshifting is per‐
manently activated.
Gearshift recommendation
The gearshift recommendations assist you in
adopting an economical driving style.
Driving and parking 143
#If gearshift recommendation message 1is
shown in the multifunction display, shift to
therecommended gear.
Using kickdown
#Maximum acceleration: depress the accel‐
erator pedal beyond the pressure point.
During kickdown, you cannot shift gears using
thesteering wheel gearshift paddles. The auto‐
matic transmission shifts up to the next gear
when the maximum engine speed is reached to
protect the engine from overrevving.
#Ease off the accelerator pedal once the
desired speed is reached.
Glide mode function
Glide mode helps youto reduce fuel consump‐
tion.
Glide mode is characterized by thefollowing:
RThe combustion engine is disconnected from
the drivetrain.
RThe engine speed corresponds to the idle
speed.
Glide mode is activated if thefollowing condi‐
tions are met:
RDrive programEis selected.
RThe speed is within a suitable range.
RThe course of theroad is suitable, forexam‐
ple, no steep uphill or downhill gradients.
RYou are no longer depressing the accelerator
or brake pedal.
%Glide mode can also be activated if you have
selected the "Eco" setting forthe drive
(engine management) when in drive program
I.
Glide mode is deactivated again if one of the
conditions is no longer met.
Vehicles with Driving Assistance Package,
Distance Pilot DISTRONIC or Active Brake
Assist:Glide mode is also deactivated depend‐
ing on the traffic situation and thevehicle then
switches to overrun mode. This further reduces
fuel consumption.
Glide mode can also be prevented by thefollow‐
ing parameters:
RGradient
RTemperature
RHeight
RSpeed
RObstacle detection
ROperating condition of the engine
144Driving and parking
Refueling
Refueling thevehicle
&WARNING Risk of fire and explosion
caused by fuel
Fuels are highly inflammable.
#You must avoid fire, open flames, creat‐
ing sparks and smoking.
#Before refueling, switch off the engine
and, if installed in your vehicle, thesta‐
tionary heater.
&WARNING Risk of injury from fuel
Fuels are poisonous and harmful to your
health
#Do not swallow fuel or letit come into
contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
#Do not inhale fuel vapors.
#Keep children away from fuel.
If you or other people come into contact with
fuel, observe thefollowing:
#Immediately rinse fuel off your skin with
soap and water.
#If fuel comes into contact with your
eyes, immediately rinse them thor‐
oughly with clean water. Seek medical
attention immediately.
#If you swallow fuel, seek medical atten‐
tion immediately. Do not induce vomit‐
ing.
#Change immediately out of clothing that
has come into contact with fuel.
&WARNING Risk of explosion or fire due
to electrostatic charge
Electrostatic charge can cause sparks and
thereby ignite fuel vapors.
#Alwaystouch the metalvehicle body
before opening the fuel filler cap or
touching the pump nozzle.
This discharges any electrostatic charge that
may have built up.
*NOTE Damage caused by the wrong fuel
Fuel that does not conform to therequired
quality can lead to increased wear as well as
damage to the engine and exhaust system.
#Only use the fuel recommended.
*NOTE Damage caused by the wrong fuel
Vehicles with a gasoline engine:
Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could
result in damage to the fuel system, the
engine and the emission control system.
#Only refuel with low-sulfur premium
grade fuel.
This fuel may contain up to 10 %ethanol.
Your vehicle is suitable for use with E10 fuel.
Do not refuel using:
RDiesel
RE15, E85, E100
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RGasoline containing methanol (M15, M30,
M85, M100)
RGasoline with additives containing metal
If you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel:
#Do not switch the ignition on.
#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
*NOTE Do not use diesel to refuel vehi‐
cles with a gasoline engine.
#Do not switch on the ignition if you
accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel.
Otherwise, fuel can enter the fuel sys‐
tem. Even small amounts of the wrong
fuel could result in damage to the fuel
system and the engine. Notify a quali‐
fied specialist workshop and have the
fuel tank and fuel lines drained com‐
pletely.
*NOTE Do not overfill the fuel tank as this
may damage the fuel system.
#Only fill the fuel tank until the pump
nozzle switches off.
*NOTE Do not overfill the fuel tank as oth‐
erwise fuel could spray out when the
pump nozzle is removed.
#Only fill the fuel tank until the pump
nozzle switches off.
Prerequisite
The vehicle must be unlocked.
%Do not get into thevehicle again during the
refueling process. Otherwise, electrostatic
charge could build up again.
Observe the notes on operating fluids
(→page 318).
Refueling
1Fuel filler flap
2Bracketforthe fuel filler cap
3Tire pressure table
4QR code forrescue card
5Fuel type
#Press fuel filler flap 1.
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#Turn the fuel filler cap counter-clockwise and
remove it.
#Insert the fuel filler cap into holder 2.
#Completely insert thefiller neck of the fuel
pump nozzle into thetank, hook in place and
refuel.
#Only fill the fuel tank until the pump nozzle
switches off.
Parking
Switching off thevehicle with thestart/stop
button
&WARNING Risk of fire caused by hot
exhaust system parts
Flammable material such as leaves, grass or
twigs may ignite if they come into contact
with hot parts of theexhaust system or
exhaust gasflow.
#Park thevehicle so that no flammable
material can come into contact with hot
vehicle components.
#In particular, do not park on dry grass‐
land or harvested grain fields.
&WARNING Risk of accident and injury
due to children left unattended in the
vehicle
If you leave children unaccompanied in the
vehicle, they may be able to set thevehicle in
motion, forexample by:
RReleasing the parking brake.
RShifting the transmission out of park
position j.
RStarting the engine.
In addition, they may operate vehicle equip‐
ment.
#Never leave children and animals unat‐
tended in thevehicle.
#When leaving thevehicle, alwaystake
the SmartKey with you and lock the
vehicle.
*NOTE Damage to thevehicle or the driv‐
etrain caused by thevehicle rolling away
#Always properly secure thevehicle
against rolling away.
#On uphill or downhill inclines, turn the front
wheels towardsthe curb.
#Apply the electric parking brake.
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#Press button 1(USA) or 2(Canada) once.
%When youswitch off thevehicle, you can still
operate the side windows and the panoramic
sliding sunroof forfive minutes.
Garage door opener
Programming buttons for the garage door
opener
&WARNING Risk of exhaust gas poisoning
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling
these exhaust gases causes poisoning.
#Never leave the engine running in an
enclosed space without sufficient venti‐
lation.
&WARNING Risk of injury and entrapment
when opening thegarage door using the
garage door opener
When you operate or program thegarage
door with the integrated garage door opener,
persons in therange of movement of the
garage door can become trapped or struck
by thegarage door.
#When using the integrated garage door
opener, always make sure that nobody
is within the sweep of thegarage door.
Only operate thegarage door opener on thefol‐
lowing garage doors:
RGarage doors with a safetystop and revers‐
ing feature.
RGarage doors which conform to the current
U.S. safety standards.
Prior to programming a garage door opener, park
thevehicle outside thegarage and switch off the
engine. #Check if the transmitter frequency of the
remote control has the frequency range of
280 to 868 MHz.
Radio equipment approval number:
RNZLMUAHL5 (USA)
R4112A-MUAHL5 (Canada)
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#Press and hold button 1,2or 3that you
wish to program.
Indicator lamp 4flashes yellow.
%It can take up to 20 seconds before the indi‐
cator lamp flashes yellow.
#Release the previously pressed button.
Indicator lamp 4continues to flash yellow.
#Point remote control 5at a distance of 1 in
(1 cm) to 3 in (8 cm) towards buttons 1,2
or 3.
#Press and hold button 6of remote control
5until:
RIndicator lamp 4lights up greencontin‐
uously. Programming is complete.
RIndicator lamp 4flashes green. Pro‐
gramming was successful. The rolling
code must also be synchronized with the
garage door system.
#If indicator lamp 4does not light up or flash
green: repeat the procedure.
#Release all of the buttons.
%The remote control forthegarage door drive
is not included in the scope of delivery of the
garage door opener.
Synchronizing therolling code
Requirements
RThe garage door system uses a rolling code.
RThe vehicle must be within range of the
garage door or exterior gate drive.
RThe vehicle as well as persons and objects,
are located outside the sweep of thegarage
door.
#Press the programming button on the door
drive unit.
Initiate the next step within approximately
30 seconds.
#Press previously programmed button 1,2
or 3repeatedly, until the door closes.
When the door closes, programming is com‐
pleted.
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%Please also read the operating instructions
forthegarage door drive.
Troubleshooting when programming the
remote control
#Check if the transmitter frequency of remote
control 5is supported.
#Replace the batteries in remote control 5.
#Hold remote control 5at various angles at
a distance between 1 in (1 cm) to 3 in (8 cm)
in front of the inside rearview mirror. You
should test every position for at least 25 sec‐
onds before trying another position.
#Hold remote control 5at the same angles
at various distances in front of the inside
rearview mirror. You should test every posi‐
tion for at least 25 seconds before trying
another position.
#Note that some remote controls transmit
only for a limited period, press button 6on
remote control 5again before transmission
ends.
#Align the antenna line of thegarage door
opener unit with theremote control.
%Support and additional information on pro‐
gramming:
ROn thetoll free HomeLink®Hotline on
1-800-355-3515.
ROn the Internet at http://
www.homelink.com/mercedes.
Opening/closing thegarage door
Prerequisite
The corresponding button is programmed to
operate thegarage door.
#Press and hold buttons 1,2or 3until
thegarage door opens or closes.
#If indicator lamp 4flashes yellow after
approximately 20 seconds: press and hold
the previously pressed button again until the
garage door opens or closes.
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Clearing thegarage door opener memory
#Press and hold buttons 1and 3.
Indicator lamp 4lights up yellow.
#If indicator lamp 4flashes green: release
buttons 1and 3.
Radio equipment approval numbers for the
garage door opener
REgypt: TAC.2511151293.WIR
RAndorra: CE
RAustralia: R-NZ
RBarbados: MED1578
RChile: 2488/DFRS20576/F-74
REuropean Union: CE
RGibraltar: CE
RIceland: CE
RJordan: TRC/LPD/2015/299
RCanada: 4112A-MUAHL5
RKuwait: CE
RLiechtenstein: CE
RMexico: RCPGEMU15-0448
RMonaco: CE
RNewZealand: R-NZ
RNorway:CE
RRussian Federation: not required
RSaudi Arabia: TA 10525
RSwitzerland: CE
RSouth Africa: TA-2015/1386
RTurkey:not required
RUnited Arab Emirates: ER41849/15
RUnited States: NZLMUAHL5
Electric parking brake
Automatically applying the electric parking
brake
&WARNING Risk of accident and injury
due to children left unattended in the
vehicle
If you leave children unaccompanied in the
vehicle, they may be able to set thevehicle in
motion, forexample by:
RReleasing the parking brake.
RShifting the transmission out of park
position j.
RStarting the engine.
In addition, they may operate vehicle equip‐
ment.
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#Never leave children and animals unat‐
tended in thevehicle.
#When leaving thevehicle, alwaystake
the SmartKey with you and lock the
vehicle.
The electric parking brake is applied if the trans‐
mission is in position jand one of thefollow‐
ing conditions is fulfilled:
RThe engine is switched off.
RThe seat belt tongue is not inserted in the
seat belt buckle of the driver's seat and the
driver's door is opened.
%To prevent application: pull the handle of the
electric parking brake.
In thefollowing situations, the electric parking
brake is also engaged:
RThe Distance Pilot DISTRONIC brings the
vehicle to astandstill.
RThe HOLD function is keeping thevehicle sta‐
tionary.
RParking Pilot is keeping thevehicle station‐
ary.
This is only the case if one of thefollowing con‐
ditions is also fulfilled:
RThe engine is switched off.
RThe seat belt tongue is not inserted in the
seat belt buckle of the driver's seat and the
driver's door is opened.
RThere is a system malfunction.
RThe power supply is insufficient.
RThe vehicle is stationary for a lengthy period.
When the electric parking brake is applied, the
F(USA) or !(Canada) indicator lamp
lights up in the instrument cluster.
The electric parking brake is not automatically
applied if the engine is switched off by the ECO
start/stop function.
Releasing the electric parking brake auto‐
matically
The electric parking brake is released when the
following conditions are fulfilled:
RThe engine is running.
RThe seat belt tongue is inserted into the seat
belt buckle of the driver's seat.
RThe transmission is in position hor kand
you depress the accelerator pedal or you
shift from transmission position jto hor
k.
RIf the transmission is in position k,the
trunk lid must be closed.
If the seat belt tongue is not inserted into the
seat belt buckle of the driver's seat, thefollow‐
ing conditions must be fulfilled:
RThe driver's door is closed.
RYou move the transmission out of transmis‐
sion position jor you have previously
driven faster than 2 mph (3 km/h).
RIf the transmission is in position k,the
trunk lid must be closed.
If the electric parking brake is released, the
F(USA) or !(CANADA) indicator lamp in
the instrument cluster goes out.
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Applying or releasing the electric parking
brake manually
#To apply: push handle 1.
The F(USA) or !(Canada) indicator
lamp appears in the instrument cluster.
#To release: switch on the ignition.
#Pull handle 1.
The F(USA) or !(Canada) indicator
lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.
Emergency braking
#Press and hold handle 1.
When thevehicle has been braked to a
standstill:
RThe electric parking brake is applied.
RThe F(USA) or !(Canada) indica‐
tor lamp appears in the instrument clus‐
ter.
Parking thevehicle for a long period
RIf you leave thevehicle parkedfor longer
than four weeks, damage may occur to the
battery.
RIf you leave thevehicle parkedfor longer
than six weeks, it may suffer damage as a
result of lack of use.
RInformation on parking your vehicle for an
extended period can be obtained at a quali‐
fied specialist workshop.
Standby mode
Standby mode function
Standby mode is characterized by thefollowing:
RThe vehicle can be parkedover a long period
of time without losing power.
RThe vehicle battery is preserved.
RThe maximum period out of use is displayed
in the multimedia system display.
RFunctions such as interior protection or tow-
away protection are not available.
RThe connection to online services is interrup‐
ted.
If thefollowing conditions are fulfilled, standby
mode can be activated or deactivated using the
multimedia system:
RThe engine is switched off.
RThe ignition is switched on.
Exceeding thevehicle's displayed period out of
use may cause inconvenience, i.e. it cannot be
guaranteed that thestarter battery will reliably
start the engine.
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The starter battery must be charged in thefol‐
lowing situations:
RThe vehicle's period out of use must be
extended.
RA message appears in the multimedia system
display explaining that the battery charge is
insufficient forstandby mode.
%Standby mode is automatically deactivated
when the ignition is switched on.
Activating or deactivating standby mode
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Vehicle Settings .Standby
Mode
#Activate or deactivate the function.
When you activate the function, a prompt
appears.
#Select Yes.
Standby mode is activated.
Driving and driving safety systems
Driving systems and your responsibility
Your vehicle is equipped with driving systems
which assist you in driving, parking and maneu‐
vering thevehicle. The driving systems are aids
and do not relieve you of your responsibility. Pay
attention to the traffic conditions at all times
and intervene when necessary. Be aware of the
limitations regarding the safe use of these sys‐
tems.
Function of theradar sensors
Some driving and driving safety systems use
radar sensors to monitor the area in front of,
behind or next to thevehicle (depending on the
vehicle's equipment).
Depending on thevehicle's equipment, theradar
sensors are integrated behind the bumpers
and/or behind theradiator grille. Keep these
parts free of dirt, ice and slush . The sensors
must not be covered, forexample by bicycle
racks, overhanging loads or radar-reflecting
stickers.Following an impact and in theevent of
associated damage, which may not be visible, to
the bumpers or radiator grille, have the function
of theradar sensors checked at a qualified spe‐
cialist workshop. The driver assistance system
may no longer work properly.
Overview of driving and driving safety sys‐
tems
In this section, youwill find information about
thefollowing driving systems and driving safety
systems:
R360° Camera (→page 184)
RABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
(→page 155)
RDistance Pilot DISTRONIC (→page 165)
RAIR BODY CONTROL (→page 174)
RActive Brake Assist (→page 159)
RActive Lane Keeping Assist (→page 195)
RATTENTION ASSIST (→page 191)
RBAS (Brake Assist System) (→page 155)
REBD (Electronic Brake forceDistribution)
(→page 159)
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RESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
(→page 156)
RDRIVE PILOT (→page 171)
RHOLD function (→page 173)
RSteering Pilot (→page 171)
RParking Pilot (→page 186)
RParking Assist PARKTRONIC (→page178)
RRear view camera (→page 181)
RCruise control (→page 163)
RBlind Spot Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist
(→page 193)
Functions of ABS (anti-lock braking system)
ABS regulates the brake pressure in critical driv‐
ing situations:
RDuring braking, the wheels are prevented
from blocking, forexample due to maximum
full-stop braking or insufficient traction of the
tires.
RVehicle steerability while braking is ensured.
RABS is active from speeds of approx. 5 mph
(8 km/h).
If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel a
pulsing in the brake pedal. The pulsating brake
pedal can be an indication of hazardous road
conditions and can serve as a reminder to take
extra care while driving.
System limits
ABS may be impaired or may not function if a
malfunction has occurred and theyellow !
ABS warning lamp lights up continuously in the
instrument cluster afterthe engine is started.
Function of BAS (Brake Assist System)
&WARNING Risk of an accident caused by
a malfunction in BAS (Brake Assist Sys‐
tem)
If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance
may increase in an emergency braking situa‐
tion.
#Depress the brake pedal with full force
in emergency braking situations. ABS
prevents the wheels from locking.
BAS supportsyour emergency braking situation
with additional brake force.
If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS is
activated:
RBAS automatically boosts the brake pres‐
sure.
RBAS can shorten the braking distance.
RABS prevents the wheels from locking.
The brakes will function as usual once you
release the brake pedal. BAS is deactivated.
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Functions of ESP®(Electronic Stability Pro‐
gram)
&WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP®is
malfunctioning
If ESP®is malfunctioning, ESP®cannot carry
out vehicle stabilization. In addition, other
driving safetysystems are switched off.
#Drive on carefully.
#Have ESP®checked at a qualified spe‐
cialist workshop.
&WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP®is
deactivated
If you deactivate ESP®, ESP®cannot carry
out vehicle stabilization.
#ESP®should only be deactivated in the
following situations.
ESP®monitors and improves driving stability and
traction, particularly in thefollowing situations:
RWhen pulling away on wet or slippery roads.
RWhen braking.
RIn strong sidewinds when you are driving
faster than 50 mph (80 km/h).
ESP®can stabilize thevehicle by intervening in
thefollowing ways:
ROne or more wheels are braked.
RThe engine output is adapted according to
the situation.
ESP®is deactivated if the ESP®OFF åwarn‐
ing lamp lights up continuously in the instrument
cluster:
RDriving stability will no longer be improved.
RCrosswind Assist is no longer active.
RThe drive wheels could spin.
RETS/4ETS traction control is still active.
%Even when ESP®is deactivated, you are still
assistedby ESP®when braking.
ESP®is intervening if the ESP®÷warning
lamp flashes in the instrument cluster:
RDo not deactivate ESP®.
ROnly depress the accelerator pedal as far as
is necessary.
RAdapt your driving styleto suit the current
road and weather conditions.
Deactivate ESP®in thefollowing situations to
improve traction:
Rwhen using snow chains
Rin deep snow
Ron sand or gravel
%Spinning the wheels results in a cutting
action which provides better grip.
ESP®is deactivated if theåESP®OFF warn‐
ing lamp lights up continuously in the instrument
cluster.
If the ESP®÷warning lamp lights up continu‐
ously, ESP®is not available due to a malfunction.
Observe any information which may be displayed
in the instrument cluster:
RWarning and indicator lamps (→page 368)
RDisplay messages (→page 326)
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ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
ETS/4ETS traction control is part of ESP®.
ETS/4ETS can improve thevehicle's traction by
intervening in thefollowing ways:
RThe drive wheels are braked individually if
they spin.
RMore drive torque is transferred to the wheel
or wheels with traction.
Influence of drive programs on ESP®
The drive programs enable ESP®to adapt to dif‐
ferent weather and road conditions as well as
the driver's preferred driving style. You can
select the drive programs using theDYNAMIC
SELECT switch.
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ESP®characteristics per drive program
DriveprogramESP®mode Characteristics
C(Comfort)
E(Economy)
ESP®Comfort These drive programs provide the ideal balance
between traction and stability.
Select drive program Eor Cin difficult road con‐
ditions, such as in snow or ice, or when theroad
is wet from rain.
S(Sport) ESP®Sport This drive program continues to offerstability
but with a sporty setup which allows the enthu‐
siastic driver a more active driving style.
Only select drive programSin good road condi‐
tions, forexample on dry road and clear
stretches of road.
S+ (Sport Plus) ESP®Sport Plus The vehicle's own understeering and oversteer‐
ing characteristics are accentuated. This allows
a more active driving styleto be adopted.
Only select drive programS+ in good road con‐
ditions, forexample on dry road and clear
stretches of road.
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Activating/deactivating ESP®(Electronic Sta‐
bility Program)
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Assistance .Electronic Sta-
bility Program
#Activate or deactivate the function.
ESP®is deactivated if theåESP®OFF warn‐
ing lamp lights up continuously in the instrument
cluster.
Observe the information on warning lamps and
display messages which may be shown in the
instrument cluster.
Functions of ESP®Crosswind Assist
ESP®Crosswind Assist detects sudden gusts of
side wind and helps the driver to keep thevehi‐
cle in the lane:
RESP®Crosswind Assist is active at vehicle
speeds between 50 mph (80 km/h) and
125mph (200 km/h) when driving straight
ahead or cornering slightly.
RThe vehicle is stabilized by means of individ‐
ual brake application on one side.
Function of EBD (Electronic Brake force Dis‐
tribution)
EBD is characterized by thefollowing:
RMonitoring and regulating the brake pressure
on therear wheels.
RImproved driving stability when braking,
especially on bends.
Function of Active Brake Assist
Active Brake Assist consists of:
RDistance warning function
RAutonomous braking function
RSituation-dependent braking assistance
RVehicles with the Driving Assistance
package: Evasive Steering Assist
Active Brake Assist can help youto minimize the
risk of a collision with vehicles or pedestrians or
to reduce the effects of such a collision.
If Active Brake Assist has detected a risk of colli‐
sion, you will be warned visually and acousti‐
cally.
If youdo not react to the visual or acoustic warn‐
ing, autonomous braking can be initiated in criti‐
cal situations.
In especially critical situations, Active Brake
Assist can initiate autonomous braking directly.
In this case, the visual and acoustic warning
occurs simultaneously with the braking applica‐
tion.
If youapplythe brake yourself in a critical situa‐
tion or apply the brake during autonomous brak‐
ing, situation-dependent braking assistance
occurs. This increases the brake pressure up to
maximum full-stop braking if necessary.
If the autonomous braking function or the situa‐
tion-dependent braking assistance is triggered,
additional preventive measuresfor occupant
protection (PRE-SAFE®) may also be initiated, if
thevehicle is equipped with these.
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&WARNING Risk of an accident caused by
limited detection performance of Active
Brake Assist
Active Brake Assist cannot always clearly
identify objects and complex traffic situa‐
tions.
In such cases, Active Brake Assist might:
Rgive an unnecessary warning or brake the
vehicle
Rnot give a warning or not brake thevehi‐
cle.
#Always pay careful attention to the traf‐
fic situation; do not rely on Active Brake
Assist alone.
#Be ready to brake and take evasive
action if necessary.
Also observe the system limitations of Active
Brake Assist.
The individual subfunctions are available in
thefollowing speed ranges:
Distance warning function
The distance warning function issues a warning
at speeds:
RFrom approximately 4 mph (7 km/h), if your
vehicle is critically close to avehicle or
pedestrian. An intermittent warning tone
sounds and the distance warning lamp lights
up in the instrument cluster·.
Brake immediately or take evasive action, provi‐
ded it is safe to do so.
The distance warning function can aid you in thefollowing situations with an intermittent warning tone and a warning lamp:
Vehicles traveling in
front
Stationary vehicles Crossing vehicles Crossing pedestrians Stationary pedes‐
trians
Vehicles without Driv‐
ing Assistance pack‐
age
up to approx.155mph
(250 km/h)
up to approx. 50 mph
(80 km/h)
no reaction up to approx.37 mph
(60 km/h)
no reaction
Vehicles with Driving
Assistance package
up to approx.155mph
(250 km/h)
up to approx. 62 mph
(100 km/h)
up to approx. 43 mph
(70 km/h)
up to approx. 43 mph
(70 km/h)
up to approx. 43 mph
(70 km/h)
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Autonomous braking function
The autonomous braking function may intervene at speeds starting from approximately 4mph(7 km/h)in the following situations:
Vehicles traveling in
front
Stationary vehicles Crossing vehicles Crossing pedestrians Stationary pedes‐
trians
Vehicles without Driv‐
ing Assistance pack‐
age
up to approx.124mph
(200 km/h)
up to approx.31 mph
(50 km/h)
no reaction up to approx.37 mph
(60 km/h)
no reaction
Vehicles with Driving
Assistance package
up to approx.155mph
(250 km/h)
up to approx. 62 mph
(100 km/h)
up to approx. 43 mph
(70 km/h)
up to approx. 43 mph
(70 km/h)
up to approx. 43 mph
(70 km/h)
Situation-dependent braking assistance
Situation-dependent braking assistance may intervene at speeds starting from approximately 4mph(7 km/h)in thefollowing situations:
Vehicles traveling in
front
Stationary vehicles Crossing vehicles Crossing pedestrians Stationary pedes‐
trians
Vehicles without Driv‐
ing Assistance pack‐
age
up to approx.155mph
(250 km/h)
up to approx. 50 mph
(80 km/h)
no reaction up to approx.37 mph
(60 km/h)
no reaction
Vehicles with Driving
Assistance package
up to approx.155mph
(250 km/h)
up to approx. 62 mph
(100 km/h)
up to approx. 43 mph
(70 km/h)
up to approx. 43 mph
(70 km/h)
up to approx. 43 mph
(70 km/h)
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Canceling a brake application of Active Brake
Assist
You can cancel a brake application of Active
Brake Assist at any time by:
RDepressing the accelerator pedal fully.
RReleasing the brake pedal.
Active Brake Assist cancels the intervention
when at least one of thefollowing conditions is
fulfilled:
RYou maneuver to avoid an obstacle.
RThere is no longer a risk of collision.
RAn obstacle is no longer detected in front of
your vehicle.
Evasive Steering Assist
Evasive Steering Assist has thefollowing charac‐
teristics:
RCan detect stationary or crossing pedes‐
trians.
RCan assist the driver with additional steering
assistance if a swerving maneuver is detec‐
ted.
RCan be activated by an abrupt steering move‐
ment during a swerving maneuver.
RCan assist during swerving and straightening
of thevehicle.
RCan react from a speed of approximately
12 mph(20 km/h) up to a speed of approx‐
imately 43 mph(70 km/h).
RYou can prevent the assistance at any time
by active steering.
&WARNING Risk of an accident despite
Evasive Steering Assist
Evasive Steering Assist cannot always clearly
identify objects and complex traffic situa‐
tions.
In addition, thesteering support of Evasive
Steering Assist is generally not sufficient to
avoid a collision.
In such cases Evasive Steering Assist can:
Rgive an unnecessary warning or provide
assistance
Rnot give awarning or not provide assis‐
tance
#Always pay careful attention to the traf‐
fic situation; do not rely on Evasive
Steering Assist alone.
#Be ready to brake and take evasive
action if necessary.
#Prevent the assistance by actively steer‐
ing in non-critical driving situations.
#Drive at an appropriate speed if pedes‐
trians are close to the path of your vehi‐
cle.
Also observe the system limitations of Evasive
Steering Assist.
System limitations
Active Brake Assist may be impaired or may not
function in thefollowing situations:
RIn snow, rain, fog, heavy spray, if there is
glare, in direct sunlight or in greatly varying
light conditions.
RIf the sensors are dirty, fogged up, damaged
or covered.
162Driving and parking
RIf the sensors malfunction due to other radar
source interference, forexample strong radar
reflections in parking garages.
RIf a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire
has been detected and displayed.
The system may not react correctly:
RIn complex trafficstations where objects
cannot always be clearly identified.
RTo pedestrians or vehicles if they move
quickly into the sensor detection range.
RTo pedestrians who are hidden by other
objects.
RIf the typical outline of a pedestrian cannot
be distinguished from the background.
RIf a pedestrian is not recognized as such, e.g.
due to special clothing or other objects.
ROn bends with a tight radius.
Setting Active Brake Assist
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Assistance .Active Brake
Assist
Vehicles without Driving Assistance pack‐
age: The settings can be made afterstarting the
vehicle.
Vehicles with Driving Assistance package:
The settings can be made when the ignition is
switched on.
%It is recommended that you always leave
Active Brake Assist switched on.
The moment of warning or intervention can be
adjusted as follows:
#Select Warning/Brake Applic.: Early:your
selection is retained when thevehicle is next
started.
#Select Warning/Brake Appl.: Medium:your
selection is retained when thevehicle is next
started.
#Select Warning/Brake Applic.: Late:your
selection is retained when thevehicle is next
started.
#Select: Warning/Brake Applic.: Off:
Vehicles without Driving Assistance Pack‐
age: The autonomous braking function is
switched off. When thevehicle is next star‐
ted, the medium setting is automatically
selected.
Vehicles with Driving Assistance Pack‐
age: The autonomous braking function is
switched off. Evasive Steering Assist is
unavailable. When the ignition is next star‐
ted, the medium setting is selected automati‐
cally and Evasive Steering Assist is available.
%When Active Brake Assist is deactivated, the
æsymbol appears in the assistance
graphic in the multifunction display.
Speed control cruise control
Function of cruise control
Cruise control accelerates and brakes thevehi‐
cle automatically in order to maintain a previ‐
ously stored speed.
Driving and parking 163
If you accelerate to overtake, forexample, the
stored speed is not deleted. If youremove your
foot from the accelerator pedal afterovertaking,
cruise control will resume speed regulation back
to thestored speed.
You can operate cruise control with the cruise
control lever.
If youfail to adapt your drivingstyle, cruise con‐
trol can neither reduce therisk of an accident
nor override the laws of physics. It cannot take
into account road, weather or traffic conditions.
Cruise control is only an aid. You are responsible
forthe distance to thevehicle in front, forvehi‐
cle speed, for braking in good time and forstay‐
ing in your lane.
System limitations
Cruise control may be unable to maintain the
stored speed on uphill gradients. The stored
speed is resumed when the gradient evens out.
Do not use cruise control in thefollowing situa‐
tions:
RIn traffic situations which require frequent
changes of speed, e.g. in heavy traffic, on
winding roads.
ROn slippery roads. Accelerating can cause
the drive wheels to lose traction and the
vehicle could then skid.
RWhen visibility is poor.
Operating cruise control
&WARNING Risk of accident due to
unknown stored speed
If you call up thestored speed and this is
lowerthan your current speed, thevehicle
decelerates.
If youdo not know thestored speed, the
vehicle could decelerate unexpectedly.
#Take into account the traffic situation
before calling up thestored speed.
#If thestored speed is not known, store
the desired speed again.
Change into a lowergear in good time on long
and steep downhill gradients. Take particular
note of this when driving a laden vehicle. By
doing so, you will make use of the braking effect
of the engine. This relievesthe load on the brake
system and prevents the brakes from overheat‐
ing and wearing tooquickly.
Requirements
RCruise control is selected.
RESP®must be switched on, but not interven‐
ing.
RThe driving speed must be at least 15 mph
(20 km/h).
164Driving and parking
#Stores current speed 2(once afterstarting
thevehicle).
or
#Calls up stored speed 2.
#Deactivates cruise control1.
#Press the lever briefly:stored speed is
increased 3or reduced
4by 1mph (1 km/h).
or
#Press the lever beyond the pressure point:
stored speed is increased 3or reduced
4by 10 mph (10 km/h).
If cruise control has been deactivated, the cur‐
rent driven speed is adopted with 3or 4.
%If youbrake, deactivate ESP®or if ESP®
intervenes, cruise control is deactivated.
When you switch off thevehicle, the last
speed stored is cleared.
Setting the speed limit for winter tires
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Vehicle Settings .Limit
Speed (Winter Tyres)
#Select the speed or deactivate the function.
Distance Pilot DISTRONIC
Function of Distance Pilot DISTRONIC
Distance Pilot DISTRONIC:
RMaintains the set speed and accelerates or
decelerates thevehicle if the distance from
thevehicle in front permits.
RAssists youin maintaining the distance from
thevehicle in front and can bring your vehi‐
cle to astandstill if necessary.
RBrakes your vehicle with up to 50 % of the
maximum possible braking power. If greater
deceleration performance is required, a vis‐
ual and acoustic warning is given and you
must then intervene yourself.
RVehicles with Driving Assistance Pack‐
age: Responds in urban speed ranges to sta‐
tionary vehicles (except bicycles, motorcy‐
clesand pedestrians) if conditions are suffi‐
cient to enable detection.
If youfail to adapt your driving style, Distance
Pilot DISTRONIC can neither reduce therisk of
an accident nor override the laws of physics.
Distance Pilot DISTRONIC cannot take into
account road, weather or traffic conditions. Dis‐
tance Pilot DISTRONIC is only an aid. You are
responsible forthe distance to thevehicle in
front, forvehicle speed, for braking in good time
and forstaying in lane.
If all activation conditions are met, you can acti‐
vate Distance Pilot DISTRONIC during a journey
Driving and parking 165
or while stationary. When Distance Pilot
DISTRONIC is activated, a speed is stored which
the driver can increase or reduce at any time.
The speed can be adjusted between 15 mph
(20 km/h) and 120mph (200 km/h).
Vehicles with the Driving Assistance Pack‐
age: The speed can be adjusted between
15 mph(20 km/h) and 130mph(210 km/h).
Vehicles with the Driving Assistance Pack‐
age: In conjunction with navigation systems, Dis‐
tance Pilot DISTRONIC prevents prohibitedover‐
taking on theright at speeds over 50 mph
(80 km/h) in right-hand traffic and overtaking on
the left in left-hand traffic on freeways and high-
speed major roads.
If you activate the turn signal indicator to change
lanes, thevehicle will accelerate more briskly to
the set speed under thefollowing conditions:
RDistance Pilot DISTRONIC is activated.
RIf the driving speed is higher than 45 mph
(70 km/h).
RIf the driven speed drops below thestored
speed.
RIf the traffic situation in theovertaking lane
permits a safe lane change.
Drive program
The DYNAMIC SELECT switch allows youto
change the driving style of Distance Pilot
DISTRONIC. Depending on which drive program
is selected, the driving characteristics can be
geared towards fuel economy, comfort or
dynamic performance (→page 140).
System limits
Vehicles with the Driving Assistance Pack‐
age: Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is active in the
0mph (0 km/h) to 130mph (210 km/h) speed
range.
The system may be impaired or may not function
in thefollowing situations:
RIn snow, rain, fog, heavy spray, if there is
glare, in direct sunlight or in greatly varying
light conditions.
RIf the windshield in the area of the camera is
dirty, fogged up, damaged or covered.
RIf theradar sensors are dirty or covered.
Do not use Distance Pilot DISTRONIC in thefol‐
lowing situations:
RIn road and traffic conditions which do not
allow youto maintain a constant speed, e.g.
in heavy traffic or on winding roads.
ROn slippery roads. Braking or accelerating
can cause the drive wheels to lose traction
and thevehicle could then skid.
RWhen there is poor visibility, e.g. due to fog,
heavy rain or snow.
RIn parking garages or at toll stations.
ROn roads with steep uphill or downhill gradi‐
ents.
Tips
Payparticularattention in thefollowing traffic
situations. In such situations, brake if necessary.
Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is then deactivated:
RWhen cornering, entering and exiting a bend.
RWhen not driving in the center of the lane.
RWhen other vehicles are changing lane.
RIf there are narrowvehicles.
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RIf there are obstacles and stationary vehi‐
cles.
RIf there are crossing vehicles, pedestrians,
motorcyclists or cyclists.
Display of Distance Pilot DISTRONIC in the
assistance graphic and in the speedometer
1Vehicle ahead
2Distance indicator
3Set specified distance
4Own vehicle
1Speed of vehicle ahead
2Stored speed
Displays in the multifunction display
When activating Distance Pilot DISTRONIC or
when changing thestored speed, the new stored
speed is shown for around five seconds in the
çmultifunction display 50 mph (70 km/h).
When Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is active,the set
stored speed is displayed next to theçsym‐
bol. When distance control is active,the symbol
is shown in green.
Vehicles with the Driving Assistance Pack‐
age: On freeways or high-speed major roads the
çsymbol is displayed cyclically when the
vehicle is ready to pull away.
Operating Distance Pilot DISTRONIC
&WARNING Risk of accident if detection
function of Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is
impaired
The Distance Pilot DISTRONIC does not
react:
RTo people or animals.
RTo stationary obstacles on theroad, e.g.
stopped or parkedvehicles (vehicles with‐
out the Driving Assistance Package).
RTo stationary obstacles on theroad, e.g.
stopped or parkedvehicles, if conditions
are not sufficient to enable detection
(vehicles with the Driving Assistance
Package).
RTo oncoming vehicles and crossing traf‐
fic.
As a result, Distance Pilot DISTRONIC may
neither give warnings nor intervene in such
situations.
Driving and parking 167
#Always carefully observe the traffic con‐
ditions and be ready to brake at all
times.
&WARNING Risk of accident due to limi‐
ted detectability of road users and traffic
situations
Distance Pilot DISTRONIC cannot always
clearly identify other road users and complex
traffic situations.
In these conditions, Distance Pilot
DISTRONIC may:
RGive an unnecessary warning and then
brake thevehicle.
RNeither give a warning nor intervene.
RAccelerate or brake unexpectedly.
#Continue driving with care and be ready
to brake, particularly if Distance Pilot
DISTRONIC warnsyou.
&WARNING Risk of accident due to insuf‐
ficient deceleration by Distance Pilot
DISTRONIC
Distance Pilot DISTRONIC brakes your vehi‐
cle with up to 50 % of the maximum possible
braking power. If this deceleration is not suf‐
ficient, Distance Pilot DISTRONIC alerts you
with a visual and acoustic warning.
#Apply the brakes yourself in these situa‐
tions and try to take evasive action.
&WARNING Risk of accident due to Dis‐
tance Pilot DISTRONIC still being activa‐
ted when you leave the driver's seat
If you leave the driver's seat while thevehicle
is being braked by Distance Pilot DISTRONIC
only, it can roll away in thefollowing situa‐
tions:
RIf there is a malfunction in the system or
in the power supply.
RIf Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is deactiva‐
ted with the cruise control lever, for
example by avehicle occupant or from
outside thevehicle.
RIf the electrics in the engine compart‐
ment, the battery or the fuses are tam‐
pered with.
RIf the battery is disconnected.
RIf thevehicle is accelerated, forexample
by avehicle occupant.
#Always deactivate Distance Pilot
DISTRONIC and secure thevehicle to
prevent it from rolling away before you
leave the driver's seat.
&WARNING Risk of accident due to
unknown stored speed
If you call up thestored speed and this is
lowerthan your current speed, thevehicle
decelerates.
If youdo not know thestored speed, the
vehicle could decelerate unexpectedly.
168Driving and parking
#Take into account the traffic situation
before calling up thestored speed.
#If thestored speed is not known, store
the desired speed again.
&WARNING Risk of accident due to unex‐
pected acceleration by Distance Pilot
DISTRONIC
If Distance Pilot DISTRONIC no longer
detects a vehicle in front, it may unexpect‐
edly accelerate to the speed stored.
RThis speed may be too high for a turning
lane or an exit lane.
RIf driving in theright lane, this speed may
be so high that you pass vehicles driving
on the left (in countries where traffic
drives on theright).
RIf driving in the left lane, this speed may
be so high that you pass vehicles driving
on theright (in countries where traffic
drives on the left).
Always carefully observe the traffic condi‐
tions and be ready to brake at all times.
&WARNING Risk of accident due to Dis‐
tance Pilot DISTRONIC pulling away auto‐
matically
If Distance Pilot DISTRONIC performs an
automatic driving-off procedure, thevehicle
may accelerate unexpectedly.
Where necessary, brake thevehicle yourself
and take evasive action.
Requirements
RThe vehicle's engine or must be switched on.
RThe electric parking brake must be released.
RParking Pilot is not being used to park the
vehicle or to exit from a parking space.
RESP®must be switched on, but not interven‐
ing.
RThe transmission must be in position D.
RThe driver door, front passenger door and the
rear doors must be closed.
RThe engine hood must be closed.
#Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
#To store current speed 2.
Your vehicle adapts its speed to that of the
vehicle in front, but only up to thestored
speed.
or
#To call up stored speed 2.
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#To deactivate Distance Pilot DISTRONIC 1.
#To increase 3or reduce 4the speed.
#To reduce 5or increase 6the specified
distance from thevehicle in front.
Pulling away withDistance PilotDISTRONIC
Requirement: a speed must have been previ‐
ously stored.
#Remove your foot from the brake pedal.
#Briefly pull the cruise control levertowards
you2.
or
#Accelerate briefly.
Your vehicle pulls away and adapts its speed
to that of thevehicle in front. If no vehicle is
detected in front, your vehicle accelerates to
the set speed.
Collision warning
If Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is unable to suffi‐
ciently decelerate thevehicle in order to prevent
it from approaching thevehicle in front, youwill
be warned visually and acoustically. An intermit‐
tent warning tone will then sound and the dis‐
tance warning lamp will light up in the instru‐
ment cluster.
#Brake immediately in order to increase the
distance from thevehicle in front.
or
#Take evasive action provided it is safe to do
so.
170Driving and parking
Function of DRIVE PILOT
The DRIVE PILOT function is available only
on vehicles with the Driving Assistance
package.
DRIVE PILOT includes thefollowing driving and
driving safetysystems:
RSteering Pilot (→page 171)
RDistance Pilot DISTRONIC (→page 165)
Steering Pilot
Function of Steering Pilot
Steering Pilot is only available forvehicles
with the Driving Assistance Package.
RSteering Pilot is operational at speeds up to
130mph (210 km/h) and helps youto stay in
the center of the lane by means of moderate
steering interventions.
RIt uses as a reference thevehicle in front or
the lane markings, depending on the driven
speed.
RSteering Pilot requires you as the driver, to
keep your hands on thesteering wheel at all
times so that you are able to intervene at any
time to correct the course of thevehicle and
keep it in lane.
RSteering Pilot can be overridden at any time
by steering thevehicle yourself.
RIf the system detects that there are no lane
markings, it uses thevehicle ahead as a ref‐
erence up to a speed of 80 mph(130 km/h).
RWhen the system is actively steering, the
èsymbol is shown in green in the multi‐
function display.
Steering Pilot system limits
Steering Pilot has a limited steering torque for
lateral guidance. In some cases, thesteering
intervention is not sufficient to keep thevehicle
in the lane.
If detection of lane markings and vehicles ahead
is impaired, Steering Pilot switches to passive
mode. The system provides no support in this
case. During the transition from the active to
passive status, theèsymbol is shown as
enlarged and flashes yellow. Once the system is
passive theèsymbol is grayed out in the
multifunction display.
The system may be impaired or may not function
in thefollowing situations:
RIf there is poor visibility, e.g. due to insuffi‐
cient illumination of theroad, or due to snow,
rain, fog or spray.
RIf there is glare, e.g. from oncoming traffic,
direct sunlight or reflection from other vehi‐
cles (e.g. if theroad surface is wet).
RIf the windshield is dirty, fogged up, damaged
or covered, for instance by asticker, in the
vicinity of the camera.
RIf no, or several, unclear lane markings are
present for one lane, e.g. in a construction
area.
RIf the lane markings are worn away, dark or
covered up, e.g. by dirt or snow.
RIf the distance to thevehicle in front is too
small and the lane markings thus cannot be
detected.
RIf the lane markings change quickly, e.g.
lanes branch off, cross one another or
merge.
RIf theroad is narrow and winding.
Driving and parking 171
Rif there are highly variable shade conditions
on theroad.
RIf there are obstacles such as traffic guid‐
ance posts on the lane or projecting out into
the lane.
The system does not provide assistance in the
following conditions:
ROn very sharp bends.
RWhen towing a trailer.
RIf you actively change lane without switching
on the turn signal indicator.
Information on theSteering Pilot
Steering Pilot is only an aid. You are responsible
forthe distance to thevehicle in front, forvehi‐
cle speed, for braking in good time and forstay‐
ing in lane. Before changing lanes, make sure
that the neighboring lane is free (shoulder view).
Steering and contact detection
Steering Pilot requires you as the driver, to keep
your hands on thesteering wheel at all times so
that you are able to intervene at any time to cor‐
rect the course of thevehicle and keep it in lane.
The driver must expect a change from active to
passive mode or vice versa at any time.
If you are not steering yourself or if you take
your hands off thesteering wheel for a pro‐
longed period of time, the system will, depend‐
ing on the situation, first alert youwith a visual
warning. 1appears in the multifunction display.
If you are still not steering thevehicle yourself or
if you have not taken hold of thesteering wheel,
awarning tone sounds in addition to thewarning
message to remind youto take control of the
vehicle.
The warning message does not appear or disap‐
pears if one of thefollowing conditions are met:
RThe driver steers thevehicle.
RThe driver presses a steering wheel button or
operates Touch Control.
Active Emergency Stop Assist
If the driver continues to ignore the acoustic
warning, Distance Pilot DISTRONIC reduces the
speed. If the driver still does not respond, the
vehicle is decelerated in stages to astandstill.
The driver can cancel the deceleration at any
time by performing one of thefollowing actions:
RSteering
RBraking or accelerating
RPressing a steering wheel button or operat‐
ing Touch Control
RActivating or deactivating Steering Pilot or
Distance Pilot DISTRONIC
The driver must be ready to take control of the
vehicle at any time.
172Driving and parking
Activating Steering Pilot
Requirements
RESP®must be switched on, but not interven‐
ing.
RDistance Pilot DISTRONIC must be activated.
#If indicator lamp 1is off: press button 2.
Information on Hill Start Assist
Hill Start Assist holds thevehicle when pulling
away on a hill under thefollowing conditions:
RThe transmission is in position hor k.
RThe electric parking brake is released.
&WARNING Risk of accident and injury
caused by thevehicle rolling away
After a short time, Hill Start Assist no longer
holds thevehicle and it can roll away.
#Therefore, swiftly move your foot from
the brake pedal to the accelerator
pedal. Never attempt to leave thevehi‐
cle if it is being held by Hill Start Assist.
HOLD function
HOLD function
The HOLD function holds thevehicle at a stand‐
still without requiring youto depress the brake
pedal, such as when pulling away on steep
slopes.
System limits
The incline must not be greaterthan 30%.
Activating/deactivating the HOLD function
&WARNING Risk of an accident due to the
HOLD function being active when you
leave thevehicle
If you leave thevehicle while only the HOLD
function is braking thevehicle, thevehicle
can roll away in thefollowing situations:
RIf there is a malfunction in the system or
in the power supply.
RIf the HOLD function is deactivated by
depressing the accelerator pedal or the
brake pedal, e.g. by avehicle occupant.
RIf the electrics in the engine compart‐
ment, the battery or the fuses are tam‐
pered with.
RIf the battery is disconnected.
#Always deactivate the HOLD function
and secure thevehicle against rolling
away before leaving thevehicle.
Driving and parking 173
*NOTE Damage from automatic braking
If Active Brake Assist, Distance Pilot
DISTRONIC or the HOLD function is activa‐
ted, thevehicle brakes automatically in cer‐
tain situations.
To avoid damage to thevehicle, deactivate
these systems in thefollowing or similar sit‐
uations:
#During towing
#In a car wash
Requirements
RThe vehicle is stationary.
RThe driver's door is closed or the seat belt on
the driver's side is fastened.
RThe engine is running or has been automati‐
cally switched off by the ECO start/stop
function.
RThe electric parking brake is released.
RDistance Pilot DISTRONIC is not activated.
RVehicles with automatic transmission:
The transmission is in position h,kor i.
Activating the HOLD function
#Depress the brake pedal and after a short
time depress further until theëdisplay
appears in the multifunction display.
#Release the brake pedal.
Deactivating the HOLD function
#Depress the accelerator pedal to pull away.
or
#Depress the brake pedal until theëdis‐
play disappears from the multifunction dis‐
play.
The HOLD function is deactivated in thefollow‐
ing situations:
RIf Distance Pilot DISTRONIC has been activa‐
ted.
RVehicles with automatic transmission:
When transmission position jis selected.
RWhen thevehicle is secured with the electric
parking brake.
In thefollowing situations, thevehicle is held by
the transmission position jor by the electric
parking brake:
RWhen the seat belt is unfastened and the
driver's door is opened.
RWhen the engine is switched off.
RWhen there is a malfunction in the system or
if the power supply is insufficient.
AIR BODY CONTROL
AIR BODY CONTROL function
AIR BODY CONTROL is an air suspension system
with variable damping for improved driving com‐
fort. The all-round level control system ensures
the best possible suspension and constant
ground clearance, even with a laden vehicle.
When driving at speed, thevehicle is lowered
automatically to improve driving safetyand to
reduce fuel consumption. The option of manually
adjusting thevehicle level is also available.
AIR BODY CONTROL comprises:
RAir suspension with variable spring rate
RAutomatic level control system
174Driving and parking
RSpeed-dependent lowering to reduce fuel
consumption
RManual level adjustment
RADS PLUS (Adaptive Damping System with
constant damping force adjustment)
RDYNAMIC SELECT switch and level button
Available suspension settings
Drive programCharacteristics
C
(Comfort)
RComfortable suspension tuning
RNormal level
RWhen driving at speeds above 78 mph(125 km/h), thevehicle is loweredby 0.6 in (15 mm)
RWhen driving at speeds below 50 mph (80 km/h), thevehicle is raised again by 0.6 in (15 mm)
E
(Economy)
RComfortable suspension tuning
RThe vehicle is loweredby 0.6 in (15 mm) compared to the normal level
RThe vehicle is not lowered any further if you are traveling at higher speeds
Driving and parking 175
DriveprogramCharacteristics
S
(Sport)
RFirmer suspension tuning
RThe vehicle is loweredby 0.6 in (15 mm) compared to the normal level
RThe vehicle is not lowered any further if you are traveling at higher speeds
S+
(Sport Plus)
REven firmer suspension tuning
RThe vehicle is loweredby 0.6 in (15 mm) compared to the normal level
RThe vehicle is not lowered any further if you are traveling at higher speeds
Setting thevehicle level
&WARNING Risk of accident because
vehicle level is too high
If youdrive at a higher vehicle level, the driv‐
ing characteristics may be impaired due to
the higher vehicle center of gravity.
The vehicle may tip over more quickly on a
bend, forexample.
#Always select as low a vehicle level as
possible and adapt your drivingstyle
accordingly.
&WARNING Risk of entrapment from vehi‐
cle lowering
When lowering thevehicle, people could
become trapped if their limbs are between
thevehicle body and the tires or underneath
thevehicle.
#Make sure no one is underneath the
vehicle or in the immediate vicinity of
the wheel arches when youlowerthe
vehicle.
&WARNING Risk of entrapment from vehi‐
cle lowering
Vehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL or
level control system: When you unload lug‐
gage or leave thevehicle, thevehicle first
rises slightly and then returns to the set level
shortly afterwards.
You or anyone else in the vicinity of the
wheel arches or the underbody could thus
become trapped.
The vehicle can also be lowered after being
locked.
176Driving and parking
#When leaving thevehicle, make sure
that nobody is in the vicinity of the
wheel arches or the underbody.
Requirements
RThe vehicle's engine must be switched on.
RThe vehicle must not be moving faster than
37 mph (60 km/h).
Raising thevehicle
#Press button 1.
Indicator lamp 2lights up.
The vehicle is raised by 1 in (25 mm) com‐
pared to the normal level.
Your selection is saved.
%In drive programAll-Terrain,thevehicle can‐
not be raised further using button 1.
The vehicle is lowered again in thefollowing sit‐
uations:
RWhen driving faster than 62 mph
(100 km/h).
RWhen driving between 50 mph(80 km/h)
and 62 mph (100 km/h) for approximately
three minutes.
RAfter selecting a drive program using the
DYNAMIC SELECT switch.
The vehicle is adjustedto the height of the last
active drive program.
Lowering thevehicle
#Press button 1.
Indicator lamp 2goes out. The vehicle is
adjustedto the height of the last active drive
program.
Driving and parking 177
Parking Assist PARKTRONIC
Functions of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC
Parking Assist PARKTRONICis an electronic
parkingassistance system with ultrasound. It
monitors the area around your vehicle using six
sensors 1in the front bumper and six sensors
in therear bumper. Parking Assist PARKTRONIC
indicates visuallyand audiblythe distance
between your vehicle and an object.
Parking Assist PARKTRONICis only an aid. It is
not a substitute foryour attention to the sur‐
roundings. The responsibility for safe maneuver‐
ing and parking remains with you. Make sure
that there are no persons, animals or objects in
the maneuvering area while maneuvering and
parking in/exiting parking spaces.
In thestandard setting, an intermittent warning
tone sounds from a distance of approximately
1.0ft (0.3 m) to an obstacle. A continuous tone
sounds from a distance of approximately 0.7 ft
(0.2 m). You can set thewarning tone in the mul‐
timedia system so that it will sound earlier at a
greater distance of approximately 3.3 ft (1.0 m)
(→page 180).
If Parking Assist PARKTRONICis deactivated,
Parking Pilot is unavailable.
Parking Assist PARKTRONIC display in the
multimedia system
If Parking Pilot is deactivated and an obstacle is
detected in the path of thevehicle, a pop-up win‐
dow forParking Assist PARKTRONIC1appears
in the multimedia system at speeds up to
approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).
Vehicles with Parking Pilot and rear view cam‐
era
Vehicles with Parking Pilot and 360° Camera
178Driving and parking
System limitations
Parking Assist PARKTRONICdoes notnecessa‐
rily take into account thefollowing obstacles:
RObstacles below the detection range, e.g.
persons, animals or objects.
RObstacles abovethe detection range, e.g.
overhanging loads, overhangs or loading
ramps of trucks.
The sensors must be free of dirt, ice and slush.
Otherwise, they may not function correctly.
Clean the sensors regularly, taking care not to
scratch or damage them.
Vehicles with trailer hitch: Parking Assist
PARKTRONICis deactivatedfortherear zone
when you establish an electrical connection
between your vehicle and a trailer.
Passive side impact protection
Passive side impact protection is an additional
Parking Assist PARKTRONICfunction which
warnsthe driver about obstacles at the side of
thevehicle. A warning is issued when obstacles
are detected between the front and rear detec‐
tion range. In order for an object to be detected,
the sensors in the front and rear bumper must
detect the object while you are driving past it.
During the parking procedure or maneuvering,
objects are detected as thevehicle drives past.
If yousteer in the direction of a detected obsta‐
cle and there is a risk of a lateral collision, a
warning is issued. The lateral segments light up
orange or red, depending on the distance to the
obstacle.
Color Lateral distance in cm
Red<30
Orange30 - 60
In order for lateral front or rear segments to be
displayed, thevehicle must first travel a distance
of at least half of thevehicle length. Once the
vehicle has traveled the length of thevehicle, all
of the lateral front and rear segments can be dis‐
played.
1Parking Assist PARKTRONICis only opera‐
tional in the front and rear
2Parking Assist PARKTRONICis operational
and can also warn the driver about obstacles
at the side of thevehicle
3Obstacle detected at the front right (orange)
and rear (red)
When youswitch off the ignition, thestored
obstacles are deleted. Afterthe engine is restar‐
ted, obstacles must be detected again, before a
new warning can be issued.
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System limitations
The system limitations forParking Assist
PARKTRONICapplyfor passive side impact pro‐
tection.
Objects placed next to thevehicle, or pedes‐
trians who approach the side of thevehicle will
not be detected.
Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC
*NOTE Risk of an accident from objects
at close range
Parking Assist PARKTRONICmaynotdetect
certain objects at close range.
#When parking thevehicle, pay particular
attention to any objects which are
above or below the sensors, e.g. flower‐
pots or drawbars. The vehicle or other
objects could otherwise be damaged.
If indicator lamp 1is not lit, Parking Assist
PARKTRONICis active. If the indicator lamp is lit
or theésymbol appears in the multifunction
display, Parking Assist PARKTRONICis not
active.
#Press button2.
%Depending on thevehicle's equipment, the
button may also be located in the center
console.
%Parking Assist PARKTRONICis automatically
activated when thevehicle is started.
Adjusting the warning tones of Parking
Assist PARKTRONIC
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .System Settings .Parking
Pilot .Set Warning Tones
Adjusting the volume of thewarning tones
#Select Warning Tone Volume.
#Adjust thevalue.
Adjusting the pitch of the warning tones
#Select Warning Tone Pitch.
#Adjust thevalue.
Specifying thestarting point for the warning
tones
You can specify whether theParking Assist
PARKTRONICwarning tones should commence
when thevehicle is further away from an obsta‐
cle.
#Select Warn Early.
#Activate Oor deactivate ªthe function.
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Activating/deactivating audio fadeout
You can specify whether thevolume of a media
source in the multimedia system is to be
reduced when Parking Assist PARKTRONICgives
an audible warning.
#Select Audio Fadeout During Warning Tones.
#Activate Oor deactivate ªthe function.
Reversing camera
Function of therear view camera
When you engage reversegear, the image from
rear view camera 1is displayed in the multime‐
dia system. Dynamic guide lines show the path
thevehicle will take with thesteering wheel in its
current position. This helps youto orientate
yourself and to avoid obstacles when backing
up.
The rear view camera is only an aid. It is not a
substitute foryour attention to the surroundings.
The responsibility for safe maneuvering and
parking remains with you. Make sure that, when
parking or maneuvering, there are no persons,
animals or other objects in the maneuvering
area.
You can select from thefollowing views:
RNormal view
RWide-angle view
RTrailer view
The area behind thevehicle is displayed as a
mirror image, as in the inside rear-view mirror.
System limitations
The rear view camera will not function or will
only partially function in thefollowing situations:
RIf the trunk lid or tailgate is open.
RIf there is heavy rain, snow or fog.
RIf the light conditions are poor, e.g. at night.
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RIf the camera lens is obstructed, dirty or fog‐
ged up. Observe the notes on cleaning the
rear view camera (→page 260).
RIf therear of your vehicle is damaged. In this
case, have the camera position and setting
checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
The field of vision and other functions of therear
view camera may be restricted due to additional
accessories on therear of thevehicle (e.g.
license plate bracket or bicycle rack).
Vehicles without Parking Pilot
The following camera views are available in the
multimedia system:
Normal view
1Yellow guide line at a distance of approx‐
imately 13 ft (4.0 m) from therear area
2White guide line without turning thesteering
wheel, vehicle width including the outside
mirrors (static)
3Yellow guide line, vehicle width (surface area
driven over) depending on the current steer‐
ing wheel angle (dynamic)
4Yellow lane marking the course the tires will
take at the current steering wheel angle
(dynamic)
5Yellow guide line at a distance of approx‐
imately 3.3 ft (1.0 m) from therear area
6Vehicle center axis (locating aid)
7Bumper
8Red guide line at a distance of approximately
12 in (0.3 m) from therear area
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Wide-angle view
Vehicles with Parking Pilot
The following camera views are available in the
multimedia system:
Normal view
1Yellow lane marking the course the tires will
take at the current steering wheel angle
(dynamic)
2Yellow guide line, vehicle width (surface area
driven over) depending on the current steer‐
ing wheel angle (dynamic)
3Red guide line at a distance of approximately
12 in (0.3 m) from therear area
4Yellow warning display of Parking Assist
PARKTRONIC: obstacles areat adistance of
between approximately 2.0 ft (0.6 m) and
3.3 ft (1.0 m)
5Redwarning display of Parking Assist
PARKTRONIC: obstacles arevery close
(approximately 1.0ft (0.3 m) or less)
6Orange warning display of Parking Assist
PARKTRONIC: obstacles are a medium dis‐
tance away (between approximately 1.0ft
(0.3 m) and 2.0 ft (0.6 m))
%If the entire system fails, the inner segments
of thewarning display are shown in red. The
indicator lamp on thePARKTRONICbutton
lights up and theésymbol appears in
the multifunction display.
If the system fails in therear:
RThe rear segments are shown in red
when backing up.
RThe rear segments are hidden when driv‐
ing forwards.
When Parking Pilot is active, the lanes are
displayed in green.
If Parking Assist PARKTRONICis deactivated,
thewarning display fades out.
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Wide-angle view
Opening the camera cover of the rear view
camera
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .System Settings .Parking
Pilot .Open Camera Cover
#Activate or deactivate the function.
360° camera
Function of the 360° Camera
The 360° Camera is a system that consists of
four cameras. The cameras coverthe immediate
vehicle surroundings. The system assists you,
e.g. when parking or at exits with reduced visibil‐
ity.
The 360° Camera is only an aid. It is not a sub‐
stitute foryour attention to the surroundings.
The responsibility for safe maneuvering and
parking remains with you. Make sure that, when
parking or maneuvering, there are no persons,
animals or other objects in the maneuvering
area.
The system evaluates images from thefollowing
cameras:
RRear view camera
RFront camera
RTwo side cameras in the outside mirrors
Views of the 360° Camera
You can select from different views:
1Wide-angle view, front
2Top view with image from the front camera
3Top view with images from the side cameras
in the outside mirrors
4Wide-angle view, rear
5Top view with image from therear view cam‐
era
6Top view with trailer view
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Top view
1Lane indicating theroute thevehicle will
take with thesteering wheel in its current
position
2Yellow warning display of Parking Assist
PARKTRONIC: obstacles at adistance of
approximately 3.3 ft (1.0 m) or less
3Your vehicle from above
If the distance to the object lessens, the color of
thewarning display changes 2.From a dis‐
tance of approximately 2.0 ft (0.6 m) thewarn‐
ing display is shown in orange. From a distance
of approximately 1.0ft (0.3 m) thewarning dis‐
play is shown in red.
When Parking Assist PARKTRONICis operational
and no objectis detected, the segments of the
warning display are shown in gray.
%If the entire system fails, the inner segments
of thewarning display are shown in red. The
indicator lamp on thePARKTRONICbutton
lights up and theésymbol appears in
the multifunction display.
If the system fails at therear:
Rtherear segments are shown in red when
backing up.
Rtherear segments are hidden when driv‐
ing forwards.
If Parking Assist PARKTRONICis deactivated,
thewarning display fades out.
Guide lines
1Yellow lane marking the course the tires will
take at the current steering wheel angle
(dynamic)
2Yellow guide line, vehicle width (driven sur‐
face) depending on the current steering
wheel angle (dynamic)
3Red guide line at a distance of approximately
12 in (0.3 m) from therear area
4Mark at a distance of approx. 3.3 ft (1.0 m)
%When Parking Pilot is active, the lanes are
displayed in green.
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The guide lines in the multimedia system dis‐
play show the distances to your vehicle. The
distances only apply to road level. In trailer
mode, the guide lines are shown at the level
of the trailer hitch.
System limitations
The 360° Camera will not function or will only
partially function in thefollowing situations:
RIf the doors are open.
RThe side mirrors are folded in.
RIf the trunk lid or tailgate is open.
RIf there is heavy rain, snow or fog.
RIf the ambient light is poor, e.g. at night.
RIf the camera lens is obstructed, dirty or fog‐
ged up.
RIf thevehicle components in which the cam‐
eras are installed are damaged. In this event,
have the camera position and setting
checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
Do not use the 360° Camera under such circum‐
stances. You could otherwise injure others or
collide with objects when parking thevehicle.
On vehicles with height-adjustable suspension or
if thevehicle is carrying a heavy load, leaving the
standard height can result in inaccuracies in the
guide lines and in the display of thegenerated
images, depending on technical conditions.
The field of vision and other functions of the
camera system may be restricted due to addi‐
tional accessories on therear of thevehicle (e.g.
license plate bracket, bicycle rack).
See the notes on cleaning the 360° Camera
(→page 260).
Selecting a view for the 360° Camera
The Activation by R gear function is selected in
the multimedia system.
#Engage reversegear.
#In the multimedia system, select the desired
view.
Opening the camera cover of the rear view
camera (Parking Pilot)
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .System Settings .Parking
Pilot .Open Camera Cover
#Activate or deactivate the function.
Parking Pilot
Function of Parking Pilot
Parking Pilot is an electronic parking assistance
system which uses ultrasound and is automati‐
cally activated during forward travel. The system
is operational at speeds of up to approximately
22 mph (35 km/h). When all the conditions are
fulfilled, thecsymbol appears in the multi‐
function display and the system automatically
searches for and measures parking spaces on
both sides of thevehicle parallel and perpendic‐
ular to the direction of travel. If Parking Pilot is
activated, suitable parking spaces are displayed
in the multimedia system. The ësymbol
appears in the multifunction display. The arrows
show which side of theroad free parking spaces
are located.
The parking space and, if necessary, the parking
direction can be selected as desired. Parking
Pilot calculates a suitable vehicle path and
assists you in the parking and exiting procedure.
Vehicles with automatic transmission: Park‐
ing Pilot changes gear, accelerates, brakes and
steers thevehicle.
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Parking Pilot is only an aid. It is not a substitute
foryour attention to the surroundings. You are
alwaysresponsible for safe maneuvering, park‐
ing and exiting a parking space. Make sure that
no persons, animals or objects etc. are in the
maneuvering range.
Parking Pilot is canceled if, among other things,
one of thefollowing actions is carried out:
RYouswitch off Parking Assist PARKTRONIC.
RYouswitch off Parking Pilot.
RYou begin steering.
RYouapplythe parking brake.
RVehicles with automatic transmission:
You engage j.
RESP®intervenes.
Parking Pilot system limits
Objects located above or below the detection
range of Parking Pilot are not detected when the
parking space is being measured. These are also
not taken into account when the parking maneu‐
ver is calculated, forexample, overhanging
loads, overhangs or loading ramps of trucks or
the boundaries of the parking space. In some
circumstances, Parking Pilot may therefore guide
you into the parking space prematurely.
&WARNING Risk of accident due to
objects located above or below the
detection range of Parking Pilot
If there are objects above or below the
detection range, thefollowing situations may
arise:
RParking Pilot may steer too early.
RVehicles with automatic transmis‐
sion: The vehicle may not stop in front of
these objects.
This could cause a collision.
#In these situations, do not use Parking
Pilot.
Snowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking
space being measured inaccurately. Parking
spaces that are partially occupied by trailer
drawbars might not be identified as such or be
measured incorrectly. Only use Parking Pilot on
level, high-grip ground.
Do not use Parking Pilot, forexample, in thefol‐
lowing situations:
RIn extreme weather conditions such as ice or
packed snow or in heavy rain.
RIf you are transporting a load that protrudes
beyond thevehicle.
RIf the parking space is on a steep downhill or
uphill gradient.
RIf you have installed snow chains.
Parking Pilot may also display parking spaces
that are not suitable for parking, forexample:
RParking spaces where parking is prohibited.
RParking spaces on unsuitable surfaces.
Parking Pilot will not assist youwith parking
spaces at right angles to the direction of travel
in thefollowing situations:
RIf two parking spaces are located immedi‐
ately next to each other.
RIf the parking space is directly next to a low
obstacle such as a low curb.
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Parking Pilot will not assist youwith parking
spaces parallel or at right angles to the direction
of travel in thefollowing situations:
RIf the parking space is on a curb.
RIf the parking space is bordered by an obsta‐
cle, forexample, a tree, a post or a trailer.
Parking with Parking Pilot
%Depending on thevehicle's equipment, the
button may also be located at a different
position in the center console.
#Press button 1.
The Parking Pilot view appears on the display
of the multimedia system. Area 2displays
detected parking spaces 4and vehicle path
3.
%Vehicle path 3shown on the multimedia
system display may differ from the actual
vehicle path.
#If you have driven past a suitable parking
space: bring thevehicle to astandstill.
#Select desired parking space 4.
#Where necessary, select the parking direc‐
tion: forwards or reverse.
Vehicle path 3is shown, depending on the
selected parking space and parking direc‐
tion.
#Confirm the selected parking space.
188Driving and parking
&WARNING Risk of accident due to vehi‐
cle swinging out while parking or pulling
out of a parking space
While parking or pulling out of a parking
space, thevehicle swings out and can drive
onto areas of the oncoming lane.
This could cause youto collide with objects
or other road users.
#Payattention to objects and other road
users.
#Where necessary, stop thevehicle or
cancel the parking procedure with Park‐
ing Pilot.
#If, forexample, theEngage Reverse Gear
message appears in the display of the multi‐
media system: select the corresponding
transmission position.
Vehicles with automatic transmission:
The vehicle drives into the selected parking
space.
On completion of the parking procedure, the
Parking Pilot Finished, Take Control of the Vehi-
cle display message appears. Further maneuver‐
ing may still be necessary.
#After completion of the parking procedure,
safeguard thevehicle against rolling away.
When required by legal requirements or local
conditions: turn the wheels towardsthe curb.
%Vehicles with automatic transmission:
You can stop thevehicle and change the
transmission position during the parking pro‐
cedure. The system then calculates a new
vehicle path. The parking procedure can
then be continued. If no new vehicle path is
available, the transmission position will be
changed again. If thevehicle has not yet
reached the parking space, changing gear
will result in the parking procedure being
canceled.
Exiting a parking space with Parking Pilot
Requirement:
You can only exit a parking space with Parking
Pilot if you have previously parkedthevehicle
with Parking Pilot.
Please note that you are responsible forthevehi‐
cle and surroundings during the entire parking
procedure.
#Start thevehicle.
#Press button 1.
The Parking Pilot view appears on the display
of the multimedia system.
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#If thevehicle has been parked at right angles
to the direction of travel: in area 2, select
direction of travel3.
%The vehicle path shown on the multimedia
system display may differ from the actual
vehicle path.
#Confirm to start theexiting process.
&WARNING Risk of accident due to vehi‐
cle swinging out while parking or pulling
out of a parking space
While parking or pulling out of a parking
space, thevehicle swings out and can drive
onto areas of the oncoming lane.
This could cause youto collide with objects
or other road users.
#Payattention to objects and other road
users.
#Where necessary, stop thevehicle or
cancel the parking procedure with Park‐
ing Pilot.
#If, forexample, theEngage Forward Gear
message appears in the display of the multi‐
media system: select the corresponding
transmission position.
Vehicles with automatic transmission:
The vehicle exits of the parking space.
As soon as theParking Pilot Finished, Take Con-
trol of Vehicle message appears in the display of
the multimedia system, you must accelerate,
brake, steer and change gears yourself again.
Drive Away Assist
Drive Away Assist can reduce the severity of an
impact when pulling away. If an obstacle is
detected in the direction of travel, thevehicle's
speed is briefly reduced to approx. 1 mph
(2 km/h). If a critical situation is detected, a
symbol appears on the camera image of the mul‐
timedia system.
&WARNING Risk of accident caused by
limited detection performance of Drive
Away Assist
Drive Away Assist cannot always clearly iden‐
tify objects and traffic situations.
In such cases, Drive Away Assist might:
RWarn youwithout reason and limit the
vehicle speed.
RNot warn you or not limit thevehicle
speed.
190Driving and parking
#Always pay careful attention to the traf‐
fic situation; do not rely on DriveAway
Assist alone.
#Be prepared to brake or swerve if nec‐
essary.
Drive Away Assist is only an aid. It is not a sub‐
stitute foryour attention to the surroundings.
The responsibility for safe maneuvering and
parking remains with you. Make sure that no
persons, animals or objects etc. are in the
maneuvering range.
Arisk of a collision may arise in thefollowing sit‐
uations, forexample:
RIf the driver mixes up the accelerator and
brake pedals.
RIf the wrong gear is selected.
The Drive Away Assist function is active under
thefollowing conditions:
RIf Parking Assist PARKTRONICis activated.
REverytime thegear is changed to kor h
when thevehicle is at a standstill.
RIf the detected obstacle is less than approx.
3.3 ft (1.0 m) away.
RIf the maneuvering assistance function is
activated in the multimedia system.
Drive Away Assist is unavailable on inclines and
when driving with a trailer.
Cross Traffic Alert
%Also read the instructions on Blind Spot
Assist (→page 193).
Vehicles with Blind Spot Assist: Drivers can
also be warned of any crossing traffic when
reversing out of a parking space. If a critical sit‐
uation is detected, a warning symbol appears on
the camera image of the multimedia system. If
the driver does not respond to thewarning, the
vehicle's brakes can be applied automatically. To
do this, the function uses theradar sensors in
the bumper. The area adjacent to thevehicle is
continually monitored.
If theradar sensors are obstructed by vehicles
or other objects, detection is not possible.
The Cross Traffic Alert function is active under
thefollowing conditions:
RIf Blind Spot Assist is activated.
RIf thevehicle is reversing at walking pace.
RIf the maneuvering assistance function is
activated in the multimedia system.
Cross Traffic Alert is unavailable on inclines and
when driving with a trailer.
Activating/deactivating maneuvering assis‐
tance
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .System Settings .Parking
Pilot .Maneuvering Assistance
#Activate Oor deactivate ªthe function.
ATTENTION ASSIST
Function of ATTENTION ASSIST
ATTENTION ASSIST assists you on long, monoto‐
nous journeys, e.g. on highways and trunk roads.
If ATTENTION ASSIST detects indicators of fati‐
gue or increasing lapses in concentration on the
part of the driver, it suggests taking a break.
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ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid. It cannot
always detect fatigue or lapses in concentration
until too late. The system is not a substitute for a
well-rested and attentive driver. On long jour‐
neys,takeregular breaks in good time that allow
for adequate recuperation.
You can choose between two settings.
RStandard: normal system sensitivity
RSensitive: higher system sensitivity. The
driver is warned earlier and the attention
level detected by ATTENTION ASSIST is adap‐
ted accordingly.
If drowsiness or increasing lapses in concentra‐
tion are detected, theATTENTION ASSIST: Take
a Break! warning appears in the Instrument Dis‐
play. You can acknowledge the message and
take a break where necessary. If youdo not take
a break and ATTENTION ASSIST continues to
detect increasing lapses in concentration, you
will be warned again after a minimum of
15 minutes.
You can have thefollowing status information for
ATTENTION ASSIST displayed in the assistance
menu of the on-board computer:
RThe length of the journey since the last
break.
RThe attention level determined by ATTENTION
ASSIST.
if ATTENTION ASSIST is unable to calculate the
attention level and cannot issue a warning, the
System Suspended message appears.
If ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated, theé
symbol appears in the assistance graphic in the
Instrument Display when the engine is running.
ATTENTION ASSIST is activated automatically
when the engine is re-started. The last selected
sensitivity levelremains stored.
System limitations
ATTENTION ASSIST is active in the37 mph
(60 km/h) to 124mph (200 km/h) speed range.
The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is
restricted, and warnings may be delayed or not
occur at all in thefollowing situations:
RIf you have been driving for less than 30
minutes.
RIf theroad condition is poor (unevenroad
surface or potholes).
RIf there is a strong side wind.
RIf you adopt a sporty driving style (high cor‐
nering speeds or high rates of acceleration).
RIf theSteering Pilot function of Distance Pilot
DISTRONIC is active.
RIf the time has been set incorrectly.
RIn active driving situations, if youchange
lanes and vary your speed frequently.
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The ATTENTION ASSIST tiredness or alertness
assessment is deleted and restarted when con‐
tinuing the journey in thefollowing situations:
RIf youswitch off the engine.
RIf you unfastenyour seat belt and open the
driver's door (e.g. change drivers or take a
break).
Activating/deactivating ATTENTION ASSIST
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Assistance .Attention
Assist
Selection options
#Select Standard,Sensitive or Off.
Blind Spot Assist and Active Blind Spot
Assist
Function of Blind Spot Assist and Active
Blind Spot Assist
Blind Spot Assist uses two lateral, rear-facing
radar sensors to monitor the area up to 130ft
(40 m) behind your vehicle and 10 ft (3 m)
directly next to your vehicle.
If a vehicle is detected at speeds above approx‐
imately 8 mph (12 km/h) and this vehicle subse‐
quently enters the monitoring range directly next
to your vehicle, thewarning lamp in the outside
mirror lights up red.
If a vehicle is detected close to your vehicle in
the lateral monitoring range and youswitch on
the turn signal indicator in the corresponding
direction, a warning tone sounds once. The red
warning lamp in the outside mirrorflashes. If the
turn signal indicatorremains on, all other detec‐
tedvehicles are indicated only by theflashing of
theredwarning lamp.
If youovertake a vehicle quickly, no warning is
given.
&WARNING Risk of accident despite Blind
Spot Assist
Blind Spot Assist does not react to vehicles
approaching and overtaking you at a greatly
different speed.
As a result, Blind Spot Assist cannot warn
drivers in this situation.
#Always pay careful attention to the traf‐
fic situation and maintain a safe dis‐
tance at the side of thevehicle.
Blind Spot Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist
are only aids. They may fail to detect some vehi‐
cles and are no substitute for attentive driving.
Always ensure that there is sufficient distance to
the side forother road users and obstacles.
System limitations
The detection capability of Blind Spot Assist can
be restricted in thefollowing situations:
RIf the sensors are dirty or obscured.
RWhen there is poor visibility, e.g. due to fog,
heavy rain, snow or spray.
RIf narrow vehicles are within the monitoring
range, e.g. bicycles.
Warnings may be issued in error when driving
close to crash barriers or similar solid lane bor‐
ders. Warnings may be interrupted when driving
alongside long vehicles, forexample, trucks,for
a prolonged period.
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Blind Spot Assist is not operational when reverse
gear is engaged.
Brake application of Active Blind Spot Assist
If Active Blind Spot Assist detects a risk of a side
impact in the monitoring range, a course-cor‐
recting brake application is carried out. This is
designed to help youavoid a collision.
The course-correcting brake application is availa‐
ble in the speed range between approximately
20 mph (30 km/h) and 125mph (200 km/h).
&WARNING Risk of accident despite
brake application of Active Blind Spot
Assist
A course-correcting brake application cannot
always prevent a collision.
#Alwayssteer, brake or accelerate your‐
self, especially if Active Blind Spot
Assist warnsyou or makes a course-
correcting brake application.
#Always maintain a safe distance at the
sides.
&WARNING Risk of accident despite
Active Blind Spot Assist
Blind Spot Assist does not react to thefol‐
lowing:
ROvertaking vehicles closely on the side,
placing them in the blind spot area
RVehicles approaching and overtaking you
at a very different speed
As a result, Active Blind Spot Assist may nei‐
ther give warnings nor intervene in such sit‐
uations.
#Always pay careful attention to the traf‐
fic situation and maintain a safe dis‐
tance at the side of thevehicle.
If a course-correcting brake application occurs,
theredwarning lamp flashes in the outside mir‐
ror and a warning tone sounds. In addition, a dis‐
play 1indicating the danger of a side collision
appears in the multifunction display.
In rare cases, the system may make an inappro‐
priate brake application. This brake application
may be interrupted at any time if yousteer
slightly in the opposite direction or accelerate.
194Driving and parking
System limitations
Either a course-correcting brake application
appropriate to the driving situation, or none at
all, may occur in thefollowing situations:
RThere are vehicles or obstacles, e.g. crash
barriers, on both sides of your vehicle.
RAvehicle approaches too closely on the side.
RYou have adopted a sporty driving style with
high cornering speeds.
RYou clearly brake or accelerate.
RA driving safety system intervenes, such as
ESP®or Active Brake Assist.
RESP®is deactivated.
RTire pressure loss or a defective tire has
been detected.
RWhen driving with a trailer, the electrical con‐
nection to the trailer hitch has been correctly
established.
Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist or
Active Blind Spot Assist
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Assistance .Blind Spot
Assist
#Activate or deactivate the function.
Active Lane Keeping Assist
Function of Active Lane Keeping Assist
Active Lane Keeping Assist monitors the area in
front of your vehicle by means of multifunction
camera 1. It servesto protect you against unin‐
tentionally leaving your lane. Youwill be warned
by means of a vibration in thesteering wheel
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and a course-correcting brake application guides
you back into your lane.
You are warned by vibration pulses in thesteer‐
ing wheel in thefollowing circumstances:
RActive Lane Keeping Assist detects lane
markings.
RA front wheel passes over the lane markings.
Youwill also be guided back into your lane by
means of a course-correcting brake application
if thefollowing conditions are met:
RActive Lane Keeping Assist detects lane
markings on both sides.
RA front wheel drives over a solid lane mark‐
ing.
Whether a warning is issued and when this
occurs also depends on the selected sensitivity
setting (standard or adaptive).
If youfail to adapt your drivingstyle, Active Lane
Keeping Assist can neither reduce therisk of an
accident nor override the laws of physics. It can‐
not take into account road, weather or traffic
conditions. Active Lane Keeping Assist is only an
aid. You are responsible forthe distance to the
vehicle in front, forvehicle speed, for braking in
good time and forstaying in lane.
Vehicles with Lane Tracking package:If the
lane markings are solid lines and youdo not
react to thewarning, a lane-correcting brake
application can bring thevehicle back into the
original lane.
Vehicles with Driving Assistance package or
Driving Assistance Plus package: If you do not
react to thewarning, a lane-correcting brake
application can bring thevehicle back into the
original lane. In the case of a broken lane mark‐
ing being detected, a brake application will only
be made if a vehicle has been detected in the
adjacent lane. Oncoming vehicles, overtaking
vehicles and vehicles in adjacent lanes can be
detected.
The brake application is available in the speed
range between 40 mph(60 km/h) and 120mph
(200 km/h).
If a lane-correcting brake application occurs, dis‐
play 1appears in the multifunction display.
System limits
No lane-correcting brake application occurs in
thefollowing situations:
RYou clearly and actively steer, brake or accel‐
erate.
RYou have switched on the turn signal indica‐
tor.
RA driving safety system intervenes, such as
ESP®,Active Brake Assist or Active Blind
Spot Assist.
196Driving and parking
RYou have adopted a sporty driving style with
high cornering speeds or high rates of accel‐
eration.
RESP®is deactivated.
RWhen driving with a trailer, the electrical con‐
nection to the trailer has been correctly
established.
RIf a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire
has been detected and displayed.
The system may be impaired or may not function
in thefollowing situations:
RThere is poor visibility, forexample due to
insufficient illumination of theroad, highly
variable shade conditions, or due to rain,
snow, fog or heavy spray.
RThere is glare, forexample from the sun,
reflections or oncoming traffic.
RThere is dirt on the windshield in the vicinity
of the multifunction camera or the camera is
fogged up, damaged or obscured.
RNo or several, unclear lane markings are
present for one lane, forexample in a con‐
struction area.
RThe lane markings are worn, dark or covered.
RThe distance to thevehicle in front is too
small and the lane markings thus cannot be
detected.
RThe lane markings change quickly, e.g. lanes
branch off, cross one another or merge.
RThe road is very narrow and winding.
Vehicles with Driving Assistance package or
Driving Assistance Plus package: Active Lane
Keeping Assist uses radar sensors to monitor
several areas around thevehicle. If theradar
sensors in therear bumper are dirty or covered
with snow,the system may be impaired or may
not function. If an obstacle in the lane in which
you are driving has been detected, no lane-cor‐
recting brake application occurs.
Switching on Active Lane Keeping Assist
&WARNING Risk of accident despite
Active Lane Keeping Assist warning
A lane-correcting brake application cannot
always bring thevehicle back into the origi‐
nal lane.
#Alwayssteer, brake or accelerate your‐
self, especially if Active Lane Keeping
Assist warnsyou or makes a lane-cor‐
recting brake application.
&WARNING Risk of accident despite inter‐
vention of Active Lane Keeping Assist
Active Lane Keeping Assist does not detect
traffic conditions or road users. In very rare
cases, the system may make an inappropri‐
ate brake application, e.g. after intentionally
driving over a solid lane marking.
The brake application can be interrupted at
any time if yousteer slightly in the opposite
direction.
#Always make sure that there is suffi‐
cient distance to the side forother traf‐
fic or obstacles.
&WARNING Risk of accident despite Lane
Keeping Assist
Lane Keeping Assist cannot always clearly
detect lane markings.
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In such cases, Lane Keeping Assist can:
Rgive an unnecessary warning
Rnot give a warning
#Always pay particular attention to the
traffic situation and keep within the
lane, especially if Active Lane Keeping
Assist alerts you.
Prerequisite
The driving speed is at least 40 mph (60 km/h).
#Press button 2.
If indicator lamp 1lights up, Lane Keeping
Assist is activated. When lane markings are
detected, the lines in the assistance graphic
are shown in white.
Sensitivity of Active Lane Keeping Assist
With thestandard or adaptive setting, you can
influence when thewarning vibration of Lane
Keeping Assist takes place.
In both thestandard and adaptive settings, no
warning vibration occurs in thefollowing situa‐
tions:
RYou have switched on the turn signal indica‐
tor.
RA driving safety system intervenes, such as
ABS, BAS or ESP®.
In the adaptive setting, there will also be no
warning vibration in thefollowing situations:
RThe vehicle is accelerated or braked consid‐
erably.
RYousteer actively, e.g. swerve to avoid an
obstacle or change lane quickly.
RYou cut the corner on a sharp bend.
Setting the sensitivity of Active Lane Keep‐
ing Assist
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Assistance .Active Lane
Keeping Assist
Options
#Select Adaptive or Standard.
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Instrument Display overview
&WARNING Risk of accident due to an
instrument display malfunction
If the instrument display has failed or mal‐
functioned, you cannot recognize function
restrictions applying to safetyrelevant sys‐
tems.
The operating safetyof your vehicle may be
impaired.
#Drive on carefully.
#Have thevehicle checked immediately
at a qualified specialist workshop.
If the operating safetyof your vehicle is
impaired, park thevehicle safely as soon as pos‐
sible. Contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Instrument Display (standard)
1Speedometer
2Multifunction display
3Tachometer
4Coolant temperature display
5Fuel level and fuel filler flap location indica‐
tor
The segments in speedometer1indicate the
system status forthefollowing:
RCruise control (→page 163)
RDistance Pilot DISTRONIC (→page 165)
*NOTE Engine damage due to excessively
high engine speeds
The engine will be damaged if you drive with
the engine in theoverrevving range.
#Do not drive with the engine in theover‐
revving range.
The fuel supply is interrupted to protect the
engine when thered band in tachometer3
(overrevving range) is reached.
During normal operating conditions, coolant
temperature display 4may rise to 248 °F
(120 °C).
&WARNING Danger of burns when open‐
ing the hood
If you open the hood when the engine has
overheated or during a fire in the engine
compartment, you could come into contact
with hot gases or other escaping operating
fluids.
#Before opening the hood, allow the
engine to cool down.
Instrument Display and on-board computer199
#In theevent of a fire in the engine com‐
partment, keep the hood closed and
call thefire service.
Overview of the buttons on thesteering
wheel
1Button group:
%Main menu and back button (on-board
computer)
8Switches sound off/on
WIncreases thevolume
XDecreases thevolume
2Touch Control (on-board computer)
3Touch Control (multimedia system)
4Button group:
%Main menu and back button (multime‐
dia system)
óVoice Control System
6Makes/accepts a call
~Rejects/ends a call
Operating the on-board computer
&WARNING Risk of distraction from infor‐
mation systems and communications
equipment
If you operate information and communica‐
tions equipment integrated in thevehicle
when driving, you will be distracted from the
traffic situation. This could also cause youto
lose control of thevehicle.
#Only operate this equipment when the
traffic situation permits.
#If you cannot be sure of this, stop the
vehicle whilst paying attention to road
and traffic conditions and operate the
equipment with thevehicle stationary.
You must observethe legal requirements forthe
country in which you are currently driving when
operating the on-board computer.
%The on-board computer displays appear in
the multifunction display (→page 201).
The on-board computer is operated using Touch
Control 2and back button1on the left-hand
side of thesteering wheel.
The following menus are available:
RService
200 Instrument Display and on-board computer
RDriveAssist
RTrip
RNavigation
RRadio
RMedia
RPhone
RHUD
The menus can be called up from the menu bar
in the multifunction display.
#To call up the menu bar: press the back
button on the left.
#To scroll in the menu bar: swipe to the left
or right on the left-hand Touch Control.
#To call up the menu or confirm the selec‐
tion: press the left-hand Touch Control.
#To scroll through displays or lists in the
menu: swipe upwards or downwards on the
left-hand Touch Control.
#To call up the submenu or confirm the
selection: press the left-hand Touch Control.
#To exit the submenu: press the back button
on the left.
If you are browsing a submenu and you press
and hold the back button on the left, the menu
bar appears.
Displays in the multifunction display
1Outside temperature
2Drive program
3Transmission position (→page 141)
4Time
5Display section
Further displays in the multifunction display:
ZGearshift recommendation (→page 143)
ëParking Pilot activated
éParking Assist PARKTRONICdeactivated
¯Cruise control (→page 163)
Instrument Display and on-board computer 201
çDistance Pilot DISTRONIC (→page 171)
(→page165)
aSteering Pilot (→page 171)
èECO start/stop function
ëHOLD function (→page 173)
_Adaptive Highbeam Assist (→page 116)
Adjusting the instrument lighting
#Turn brightness control 1up or down.
The lighting of the Instrument Display and in
the controls in thevehicle interior is adjus‐
ted.
Menus and submenus
Functions in the Service menu of the on-
board computer
On-board computer:
,Service
#To select the function: swipe upwards or
downwards on the left-hand side of Touch
Control.
#Press the left-hand Touch Control.
Functions in theService menu:
RMessage memory (→page 326)
RTire Pressure:
-Checking the tire pressure with the tire
pressure monitoring system
(→page 290)
-Restarting the tire pressure monitoring
system (→page 291)
RASSYST PLUS: call up the service due date
(→page 250)
202 Instrument Display and on-board computer
Calling up the Assistance graphic display
On-board computer:
,DriveAssist
The following displays are available from the
Assistance graphic menu:
RAssistance graphic
RAttention level (→page 191)
#To switch between the displays:swipe
upwards or downwards on the left-hand side
of Touch Control.
Status displays in the Assistance graphic:
Ré:ATTENTION ASSIST deactivated
Ræ:Active Brake Assist deactivated
RLight lane markings: Active Lane Keeping
Assist activated
RGreen lane markings: Active Lane Keeping
Assist activated
RGray radar waves next to vehicle: Blind Spot
Assist activated
RGreen radar waves next to vehicle: Blind Spot
Assist activated
RDisplay of Distance Pilot DISTRONIC
(→page 165)
Calling up displays in theTrip menu
On-board computer:
,Trip
#To select a display: swipe up or down on
the left-hand Touch Control.
Displays in theTrip menu:
RStandard display
RRange and current fuel consumption
Arecuperation display is also available for
certain engines. If there is only a small
amount of fuel left in the fuel tank, the dis‐
play shows avehicle being refueled instead
of therange.
RECO display (→page 139)
RTrip computer From Start and From Reset
Instrument Display and on-board computer 203
RDigital speedometer
Example: standard display
1Trip distance
2Total distance
Example: trip computer
1Total distance
2Driving time
3Average speed
4Average fuel consumption
Resetting values in theTrip menu of the on-
board computer
On-board computer:
,Trip
You can reset thevalues of thefollowing func‐
tions:
RTrip distance
RTrip computer "Fromstart" and "Fromreset"
RECO display
#To select the function to be reset: swipe
upwards or downwards on the left-hand
Touch Control.
#Press the left-hand Touch Control.
#Select Yes.
#Press the left-hand Touch Control.
If you press and hold the left-hand side of Touch
Control, the function will be reset immediately.
204 Instrument Display and on-board computer
Calling up navigation instructions in the on-
board computer
On-board computer:
,Navigation
Example: no change of direction announced
1Distance to the next destination
2Estimated arrival time
3Distance to the next change of direction
4Current road
Example: change of direction announced
1Road to which thechange of direction leads
2Distance to thechange of direction
3Change-of-direction symbol
4Recommended lane and new lane during a
change of direction (white)
5Possible lane
6Lane not recommended (dark gray)
Further possible displays in theNavigation
menu:
RDirection of Travel: display of direction of
travel and road currently being traveled on.
RNew Route... or Calculating Route...: a new
route is calculated.
RRoad Not Mapped:theroad is unknown, e.g.
newly built roads.
RNo Route: no route could be calculated to
the selected destination.
ROff Map:the map forthe current location is
not available.
RArea of Destination Reached:you have
reached the area of destination.
RO:you have reached the destination or an
intermediate destination.
#To exit the menu: press the back button on
the left.
Instrument Display and on-board computer 205
Selecting radio stations using the on-board
computer
On-board computer:
,Radio
1Frequency range
2Station
3Name of track
4Name of artist
When you select a station in the presets, the
preset appears next to thestation name. When
you select a savedstation in the frequency
range, an asterisk appears next to thestation
name.
#To select a radio station: swipe upwards or
downwards on the left-hand Touch Control.
Selecting the frequency range or station pre‐
set
#Press the left-hand Touch Control.
#To select the frequency range/station
preset: swipe upwards or downwards on the
left-hand Touch Control.
#Press the left-hand Touch Control.
Playing back media using the on-board com‐
puter
On-board computer:
,Media
1Media source
2Current track and track number
3Name of artist
4Name of album
The folder name also appears in the display.
#To change tracks in the active media
source: swipe upwards or downwards on the
left-hand side of Touch Control.
206 Instrument Display and on-board computer
Changing the media source
#Press the left-hand Touch Control.
#To select a media source: swipe upwards
or downwards on the left-hand side of Touch
Control.
#Press the left-hand Touch Control.
Dialing telephone numbers using the on-
board computer
Requirements
RMobile phone connectedto the multimedia
system
On-board computer:
,Phone
&WARNING Risk of distraction from infor‐
mation systems and communications
equipment
If you operate information and communica‐
tions equipment integrated in thevehicle
when driving, youwill be distracted from the
traffic situation. This could also cause youto
lose control of thevehicle.
#Only operate this equipment when the
traffic situation permits.
#If you cannot be sure of this, stop the
vehicle whilst paying attention to road
and traffic conditions and operate the
equipment with thevehicle stationary.
When telephoning, you must observethe legal
requirements forthe country in which you are
currently driving.
Vehicles with theAudio 20 multimedia sys‐
tem: The most recently dialed telephone num‐
bers are displayed in thePhone menu.
#To select thetelephone number: swipe
upwards or downwards on the left-hand
Touch Control.
#Press the left-hand Touch Control.
If there is only one telephone number
savedto an entry: thetelephone number is
selected.
#If there are multiple telephone numbers
savedto an entry: swipe upwards or down‐
wards on the left-hand Touch Control to
select the desired telephone number.
#Press the left-hand Touch Control.
The telephone number is dialed.
The following displays may appear instead of the
telephone numbers dialed:
RPlease Wait...:the application is starting.
When a Bluetooth®connection to the mobile
phone is not established, the menu for
authorizing and connecting a mobile phone is
displayed in the multimedia system .
RUpdating data...:the call list is being upda‐
ted.
RImporting Contacts...:the contacts from the
mobile phone or from a storage medium are
imported.
Accepting/rejecting a call
When youreceive a call, a message appears in
the Head-up Display Incoming Call.
#Swipe upwards or downwards on the left-
hand Touch Control and select 6(Accept)
or ~(Reject).
#Press the left-hand Touch Control.
Instrument Display and on-board computer 207
The call may be accepted/rejected using the
6or ~buttons on thesteering wheel.
Adjusting the Head-up Display settings in the
on-board computer
On-board computer:
,HUD
The following Head-up Display settings can be
adjusted:
RPosition
RBrightness
RDisplay Content
#To select the setting: swipe upwards or
downwards on the left-hand Touch Control.
#Press the left-hand Touch Control.
#To adjust thevalue: swipe upwards or
downwards on the left-hand Touch Control.
#Press the left-hand Touch Control.
1Currently selected setting
2Digital speedometer
3Traffic Sign Assist
4Navigation displays
Head-up Display
Function of the Head-up Display
The Head-up Display projects information from
the navigation system and the driver assistance
system above the cockpit into the driver's field
of vision.
Display elements
1Navigation messages
2Current speed
3Detected instructions and traffic signs
4Set speed in the driver assistance system
(e.g. cruise control)
208 Instrument Display and on-board computer
When youreceive a call, a message appears in
the Head-up Display 6Incoming Call.
System limitations
The visibility is influenced by thefollowing condi‐
tions:
RSeat position
RThe positioning of the display image
RLight conditions
RWetroads
RObjects on the display cover
RPolarization in sunglasses
Switching the Head-up Display on/off
#Press button 1.
Instrument Display and on-board computer 209
Overview and operation
Overview of the multimedia system
1Touch Control
2Display
3ß,$,Õ,%,Øbuttons, calls
up main functions
4Controller
5Control knob, adjusts thevolume and
switches the sound on or off
6Übutton, switches the multimedia sys‐
tem on or off
7Touchpad
The three central controls are Touch Control 1,
controller 4and touchpad 7.
Notes on the display
*NOTE Scratching of the display
The display has a highly sensitive, high-gloss
surface. There is a risk of it becoming
scratched.
Avoid touching the display.
Observe the notes on cleaning.
Observe the notes on caring forthe interior
(→page 262).
Automatic temperature-controlled switch-
off feature: if thetemperature is too high, the
brightness is initially reduced automatically. The
display may then switch off completely for a
while.
%If you are wearing polarized sunglasses, it
may be difficult to read the display.
Central controls overview
1Touch Control
2Controller
3Touchpad
The list shows operating options and provides
operating examples.
210Multimedia system
Controller
Rslide 1left or right
-selects a radio station
-calls up a list
Rslide 4up or down
-highlights a preset in thestation
-selects a system language
Rslide 2diagonally
-movesthe crosshair across the map
Rturn 3
-sound: sets the treble, mid-range and
bass
-selects a favorite
-connects a mobile phone: selects a
mobile phone from the list of detected
mobile phones
Rpress 7
-stores radio stations
-confirms a selection or entry
Touch Control and touchpad (single-finger swipe)
Rswipe left or right
-selects a radio station
-calls up a list
Rswipe up or down
-highlights a preset in thestation
-selects a system language
Rswipe diagonally
-movesthe crosshair across the map
Rpress
-stores radio stations
-confirms a selection or entry
Touchpad (two-finger swipe)
Rturn right or left using two fingers
-tone settings: adjusts the treble, mid-
range and bass
Rmove two fingers apart or together
-changes the map scale (zoom in or out)
Touch Control
Operating Touch Control
#To select a menu item: swipe up, down, left
or right on Touch Control 1.
#Press Touch Control 1.
#To open a list: press Touch Control 1.
#To close a list: press the2button.
Multimedia system 211
#To move the digital map: swipe in any
direction.
Setting the sensitivity
Multimedia system
,Vehicle .System Settings
#Select Touch Control Sensitivity.
#Set the sensitivity.
Operating the controller
1%button, to return to the previous dis‐
play (press briefly), to call up the basic menu
(press and hold)
2Calls up thetouchpad òbutton, calls up
favorites
3Controller
Controller operating options:
#Turn 3left or right.
#Slide 1left or right.
#Slide 4up or down.
#Slide 2diagonally.
#Press 7briefly or press and hold.
Using the controller, you can:
Rnavigate through menus and lists
Rsave stations or contacts
Rcreate favorites
Radjust tone settings
Renter characters
Touchpad
Switching thetouchpad on/off
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .System Settings
#Touchpad without handwriting recogni‐
tion: switch Activate Touchpad on Oor off
ª.
212Multimedia system
#Touchpad with handwriting recognition:
select Touchpad.
#Switch Activate Touchpad on Oor off ª.
Operating the touchpad
Prerequisite
The touchpad is switched on (→page 212).
1Touchpad
2òbutton, calls up favorites
3Dbutton, calls up the audio menu
4%button, returns to the previous display
(press briefly), calls up the basic menu
(press and hold)
You can navigate in menus and lists via touch-
sensitive surface 1by using a single-finger
swipe.
#To select the menu item: swipe up, down,
left or right.
#Press thetouchpad.
#To close and open lists: swipe left or right.
#To move the digital map: swipe in any
direction.
Use thefollowing functions with a two-finger
swipe:
#To show or hide the audio menu: swipe up
or down using two fingers.
#To zoom in and out of the map: move two
fingers apart or together.
#To increase or reduce the vehicle set‐
tings and sound settings: turn two fingers
clockwise or counter-clockwise.
Multimedia system 213
Handwriting recognition: switching theread-
aloud function on/off
Requirement:
The touchpad is equipped with handwriting rec‐
ognition.
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .System Settings .Touch-
pad
#Switch Read Out Handwriting Recognition on
Oor off ª.
Handwriting recognition: selecting an input
language
#Select B.
#Select an input language.
Selecting a station and track using the
touchpad
#Swipe upwards using two fingers on the
touchpad.
A control menu shows the current audio
source.
#Swipe left or right using one finger.
Radio: the previous or next station is set.
Media source: the previous or next track is
selected.
#To hide the control menu: swipe down on
thetouchpad using two fingers.
Main functions
Calling up the main functions
#1ßbutton: switches navigation on
#2$button: switches theradio on
#3Õbutton: switches the audio source
on
#4%button: switches telephone mode
on
#5Øbutton: calls up vehicle functions
Alternatively:
#When the basic menu of a main function is
shown, press the%button.
#To select a main function: turn and press
the controller.
or
#Swipe left or right on thetouchpad and then
press thetouchpad.
Calling up menus on the multimedia system
Calling up a menu
#Call up a main function (→page 214).
#To show the menu: swipe up or down on
thetouchpad.
or
#Slide the controller up or down.
The marker is shown either in the main func‐
tion line or menu bar.
214Multimedia system
#To select a menu item: swipe left or right
on thetouchpad and then press it.
or
#Slide the controller to the left or right and
press it.
Main function line (top) is selected: another
main function is called up.
Menu bar (bottom) is selected: a menu
appears.
Calling up an operating mode for a main
function
#Call up a main function (→page 214).
#Select the main function in the main function
line again.
#Swipe left or right on thetouchpad and press
it.
or
#Slidethe controller to the left or right and
press it.
Depending on the main function, a range of
operating modes are available.
For media selection, thefollowing media
sources can be selected, forexample:
RMemory Card
RMedia Interface 1
RMedia Interface 2
RBluetooth Audio
RInfo on Media
#Alternatively for media selection: select Devi-
ces in the lower menu bar.
#Swipe up or down on thetouchpad and press
it.
or
#Slide the controller up or down and press it.
The media source is selected. Playback
starts.
Favorites
Overview of favorites
Favorites offeryouquick access to frequently
used applications. It is possible to create 20
favorites in total.
The following functions are available:
Radd pre-defined favoritesfrom thefollow‐
ing categories:
-Navigation
-Entertainment
-Tel/®
-Vehicle
-Climate Control
Radd your ownfavorites
Rrename a favorite
Rmove afavorite
Rdelete afavorite
Calling up favorites
#Press theòbutton.
The favorites are displayed.
#Swipe left or right on thetouchpad and press
it.
or
#Turn and press the controller.
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Leaving theFavorites menu
#Press theòbutton again.
Adding a favorite
Adding a pre-defined favorite
#Press theòbutton.
The favorites are displayed.
#Swipe down on thetouchpad or slide the
controller down.
The Favorites menu appears.
#Select Reassign.
The categories are displayed.
#Select a category.
The favorites are displayed.
#Select a favorite.
#Add a favorite at the desired position.
If a favorite has already been added at this
position, it will be overwritten.
Example: adding your ownfavorite
#Select Vehicle.
#Select Full Screen: 'Consumption'.
#Press and hold theòbutton until the
favorites are displayed.
#Add a favorite at the desired position.
Renaming a favorite
#Press theòbutton.
The favorites are displayed.
#Select a favorite.
#Swipe down on thetouchpad or slide the
controller down.
The Favorites menu appears.
#Select Rename.
#Enter characters.
#Confirm the entry.
Moving a favorite
#Press theòbutton.
The favorites are displayed.
#Select a favorite.
#Swipe down on thetouchpad or slide the
controller down.
The Favorites menu appears.
#Select Move.
#To create a favorite at a desired position:
swipe left or right on thetouchpad and press
it.
or
#Turn and press the controller.
If a favorite has already been added at this
position, it will be overwritten.
Deleting a favorite
#Press theòbutton.
The favorites are displayed.
#Select a favorite.
#Navigate downwards once.
The Favorites menu appears.
#Select Delete.
#Select Yes.
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Switching the sound on/off
#To switch off: press control knob 1.
The 8symbol appears in thestatus line.
Youwill also hear traffic announcements and
navigation announcements even when the
sound is muted.
#To switch on: change the media source or
adjust thevolume.
Entering characters
Using thecharacter input function
On Touch Control
#Select a character in thecharacter bar.
Depending on thetarget entry, either a full
set of characters is available or, alternatively,
only those characters that are available on
the basis of thecharacters that have already
been entered.
On the controller
#Select a character in thecharacter bar.
Depending on thetarget entry, either a full
set of characters is available or, alternatively,
only those characters that are available on
the basis of thecharacters that have already
been entered.
On thetouchpad
#Write thecharacters on thetouch-sensitive
surface of thetouchpad.
Handwriting recognition supportsyouby
means of character suggestions and a read-
aloud function.
Switching between central operating con‐
trols
#To activate Touch Control: press Touch
Control.
#To activate the controller: press the con‐
troller.
#To activate thetouchpad: press thetouch‐
pad.
Characters can be entered using thefollowing
methods:
Rusing a keywordsearch for a track or artist
Rconnecting the mobile phone to the multime‐
dia system by entering the passkey
Rentering a phone number
Rentering a web address
Entering characters using the controller
Entering characters
#Turn 3, slide 1or 4and press
the controller.
Use thefollowing editing functions:
R*or E
Multimedia system 217
Switches to upper-case or lower-case letters
RÄ
Switches to special characters and symbols
RB
Changesthe language
R45
Selects the input line
R23
Movesthe cursor within the input line
RF
Deletes a character or an entry
R&
Cancels character entry
Deleting acharacter or an entry
#To delete a character: when Fis highligh‐
ted, press the controller.
#To delete an entry: when Fis highlighted,
press and hold the controller until the entry
has been deleted.
Confirms an entry
#Select ¡.
Entering characters on thetouchpad
Enter characters
#Use one finger to write characters on the sur‐
face.
The character is entered in the input line. If
different interpretations are possible, charac‐
ter suggestions are displayed.
Selecting a character suggestion
#Turn the controller.
#Press thetouchpad.
#Resume character input.
The following editing functions can be used:
RB
Changes the language
Rp
Selects the input line
Movesthe cursor within the input line
R&
Cancels character entry.
Selecting the input line
#Select p.
#Swipe up or down.
Moving the cursor within the input line
#Select p.
#Swipe to the left or right.
Deleting characters
#When an input line is selected, swipe left.
Confirms an entry
#Press thetouchpad.
System settings
Display
Configuring display settings
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .System Settings .Display
Display design
#Select Day Mode,Night Mode or Automatic.
218Multimedia system
Displaybrightness
#SelectBrightness.
#Select a brightness value.
Switching off the display
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle
#Select Display Off.
The display is switched off.
Time and date
Setting the time and date automatically
This function is only available in vehicles with
GPS reception.
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Time
#Activate Oor deactivate ªAutomatic
Time Settings.
Setting the time zone
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Time .Time Zone:
A list of countries is displayed.
#Select a country #.
Depending on the country, time zones are
displayed.
#Set the time zone.
The time zone set is displayed afterTime
Zone:.
Setting Daylight Saving Time (Summer)
The Daylight Saving Time and Daylight Saving
Time Setting options cannot be selected in all
countries.
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Time
Vehicles with GPS
#Select Daylight Saving Time.
#Select On,Off or Automatic.
RAutomatic:the automatic changeoverto
summer time is not available for all time
zones.
ROff:standard time is set.
Vehicles without GPS
#Activate Oor deactivate ªCurrent Time:
Daylight Saving Time.
#Summer time changeover: select Daylight
Saving Time Setting.
#Select Automatic,Daylight Saving Time or
Standard Time.
The current setting is marked with #.
The local time is set one hour forward or
back.
RAutomatic:the automatic changeoverto
Daylight Saving Time is not available for
all time zones.
Setting the time and date format
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Time .Format
#Set the date and time format #.
Multimedia system 219
Setting the time and date manually
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .Time
Vehicles with GPS
It may be useful to set the time manually in the
following situations:
Ra country is not contained in the list of time
zones
Ra time differing from the local time is set
#Select Set Time Manually.
#Set the hours.
#Navigate to theright to set the minutes.
#Set the minutes.
The Automatic Time Settings function is
deactivated ª.
%The time can be set back by 12 hours and
forward by 14 hours.
Vehicles without GPS
#Select Set Time or Set Date.
#Set the time or date.
The various time and date settings must be set
correctly to enable a reliable Internet connection
to be established.
Bluetooth®
Bluetooth®settings
Bluetooth®technology is a standard for short-
range wireless data transfer up to approximately
32.8 ft (10 m). You can use Bluetooth®to con‐
nect your mobile phone to the multimedia sys‐
tem and use thefollowing functions, forexam‐
ple:
RHands-free system with access to thefollow‐
ing options:
-Phone book (→page 227)
-Call lists (→page 229)
-Messages (→page 230)
RInternet connection
RListening to music via Bluetooth®audio
(→page 241)
RTransferring business cards (vCards) into the
vehicle
Bluetooth®is a registered trademark of Blue‐
tooth Special Interest Group (SIG) Inc.
%Internet connection via Bluetooth®is not
available in all countries.
Activating/deactivating Bluetooth®
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .System Settings .Activate
Bluetooth
#Activate Oor deactivate ªBluetooth®.
Activating/deactivating automatic volume
adjustment
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .System Settings .Auto-
matic Volume Adjustment
Automatic volume adjustment compensates for
differing volumes when changing between audio
sources.
#Switch the function on Oor off ª.
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System language
Notes on the system language
This function allows youto determine the lan‐
guage forthe menu displays and the navigation
announcements. The selected language affects
thecharacters available for entry. The navigation
announcements are not available in all lan‐
guages. If a language is not available, the naviga‐
tion announcements will be in English.
Setting the system language
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .System Settings .Lan-
guage
#Set the language.
Setting the distance unit and temperature
unit
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .System Settings .Units
Distance
#Select Units.
#Select km or mi.
#Switch Additional Speedometer on Oto dis‐
play in the instrument cluster's multifunction
display.
Temperature
#Select Temperature Display.
#Select Outside or Cooling.
Data import and export
Data import/export function
The following functions are possible:
Rtransferring data from one system or vehicle
to another system or vehicle.
Rcreating a backup copy of your personal data
and loading it again.
Rprotecting your personal data against unwan‐
tedexport with PIN protection.
You can either use an SD card or a USB storage
device as temporary storage.
%Please note that the NTFS file system is not
supported. The FAT32 file system is recom‐
mended.
Importing/exporting data
*NOTE Data loss
#Do not remove the data storage
medium when data is being exported.
Mercedes-Benz is not liable for any loss of
data.
Requirements
RThe vehicle is stationary.
RThe ignition is switched on or thevehicle has
been started.
RThe SD card is inserted (→page 238).
Multimedia system
,Vehicle .System Settings .Data
Import/Export
#Select Import Data or Export Data.
Multimedia system 221
Importing
#Select a data storage medium.
A prompt appears asking whether youreally
wish to overwrite the current data.
The existing data in the multimedia system is
overwritten, e.g. address data. A message
appears.
The multimedia system is restarted once the
data has been imported.
Exporting
If PIN protection is activated, your PIN is reques‐
ted.
#Enteryour four-digit PIN.
#Select a data storage medium.
The data is exported. The data export may
take several minutes.
Activating/deactivating PIN protection for
data export
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .System Settings .Data
Import/Export
#To activate: activate Activate PIN Protection
O.
#Enter your four-digit PIN.
#Enteryour four-digit PIN again.
PIN protection is activated when both PINs
match.
#To deactivate: deactivate Activate PIN Pro-
tection ª.
#Enter your four-digit PIN.
%If you have forgottenyour PIN, an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center can deactivate your
PIN protection foryou.
Alternatively: you can deactivate PIN protec‐
tion by resetting your personal data
(→page 222).
Reset function
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle .System Settings .Reset
The multimedia system is reset to thefactory
settings.
Personal data is deleted, forexample:
RStation presets
RConnected mobile phones
#Select Yes.
A prompt appears asking whether youwish
to reset.
No selected: the process is canceled.
#Select Yes.
The multimedia system is reset to factory
settings and restarted.
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Garmin®MAP PILOT navigation module
Overview of Garmin®MAP PILOT navigation
module
&DANGER Risk of fatal injury caused by
swallowing SD memory cards
SD memory cards are small parts.
They can be swallowed and cause choking.
#Keep SD memory cards out of thereach
of children.
#Seek medical attention immediately if a
SD memory card has been swallowed.
&WARNING Risk of distraction from infor‐
mation systems and communications
equipment
If you operate information and communica‐
tions equipment integrated in thevehicle
when driving, youwill be distracted from the
traffic situation. This could also cause youto
lose control of thevehicle.
#Only operate this equipment when the
traffic situation permits.
#If you cannot be sure of this, stop the
vehicle whilst paying attention to road
and traffic conditions and operate the
equipment with thevehicle stationary.
During operation of the Garmin®MAP PILOT,
always observe thefollowing:
RThe legal requirements forthe country in
which you are currently driving.
RRoad and trafficrules and regulations always
have priority over Garmin®MAP PILOT driv‐
ing recommendations.
Observe thefollowing notes on the operating
instructions and updates:
RThe Garmin®MAP PILOT operating instruc‐
tions are stored on the SD memory card as a
PDF file.
RThe SD card box contains a printed quick
guide.
RYou can obtain digital map and software
updates from an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
For some countries, digital map and software
updates are available in theform of a down‐
load or an SD memory card.
For downloads, visit http://shop.mercedes-
benz.com and follow the information in the
Garmin®MAP PILOT section.
Further information (see the manufacturer's
operating instructions).
Switching the Garmin®MAP PILOT naviga‐
tion module on
*NOTE Damage caused by high tempera‐
tures
High temperatures can damage the SD mem‐
ory card.
#Remove the SD memory card after use
and take it out of thevehicle.
Multimedia system 223
Multimedia system:
,Navi
#Alternatively: press theßbutton.
#Inserting the SD memory card (→page 238).
Telephone
Telephony
Telephone menu overview
1Mobile phone network provider
2Signal strength of the mobile phone network
3¢(telephone ready) or w(call active)
4Bluetooth®device name of the currently
connected mobile phone
5Telephone menu character bar
6Enters characters using thetouchpad
7Displays the phone book
Symbols 1to 4are not shown until after a
mobile phone has been connected to the multi‐
media system. The symbols depend on your
mobile phone and your mobile phone network
provider.
The Bluetooth®interface is available to youfor
telephony. The mobile phone is connected
directly via the multimedia system.
If the mobile phone connected supports the
MAP Bluetooth®profile (Message Access
Profile), the1menu item is available.
Notes on telephony
&WARNING Risk of distraction from oper‐
ating integrated communication equip‐
ment while thevehicle is in motion
If you operate communication equipment
integrated in thevehicle when driving, you
will be distracted from the traffic situation.
This could also cause youto lose control of
thevehicle.
#Only operate this equipment when the
traffic situation permits.
#If you cannot be sure of this, stop the
vehicle whilst paying attention to road
and traffic conditions and operate the
equipment with thevehicle stationary.
&WARNING Risk of distraction from oper‐
ating mobile communication equipment
while thevehicle is in motion
If you operate mobile communication equip‐
ment when driving, youwill be distracted
from the traffic situation. This could also
cause youto lose control of thevehicle.
224 Multimedia system
Only operate this equipment when thevehi‐
cle is stationary.
You must observethe legal requirements forthe
country in which you are currently driving when
operating mobile communication equipment in
thevehicle.
Telephony is possible via:
RThe Bluetooth®interface
Bluetooth®profile overview
Bluetooth®profile
of the mobile phone
Function
PBAP (Phone Book
Access Profile)
Contacts are auto‐
matically displayed in
the multimedia sys‐
tem
MAP (Message
Access Profile)
Message functions
can be used
Further information can be obtained from an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at: http://
www.mercedes-benz.com/connect.
HD Voice®
RTo improve voice quality, the multimedia sys‐
tem supports telephone calls in HD Voice®.
RIn order to use this function, the mobile
phones and the mobile phone network pro‐
vider of the person you are calling must sup‐
port HD Voice®.
Depending on thequality of the connection, the
voice quality may fluctuate.
The following situations can lead to the call
being disconnected while thevehicle is in
motion:
RThere is insufficient network coverage in the
area
RYou move from one GSM or UMTS transmit‐
ter/receiver area (cell) into another and no
communication channels are free
RThe SIM card used is not compatible with the
network available
RA mobile phone with "Twincard" is logged
into the network with the second SIM card at
the same time
Disconnecting a mobile phone (de-authoriz‐
ing)
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Phone .Connect Device
#Highlight the mobile phone in the device list.
#Select G.
#Select Deauthorize.
#Select Yes.
Switching mobile phones
Prerequisite
The mobile phones are authorized .
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Phone .Connect Device
#Select the mobile phone from the device list.
%Only one mobile phone can be connected at
any one time. The mobile phone that is cur‐
rently connected is indicated with a point #.
Multimedia system 225
Setting thereception and transmission vol‐
ume
Requirement
A mobile phone is connected (authorized) .
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Phone .Connect Device
This function ensures optimal voice quality.
#Highlight the mobile phone in the device list.
#Select G.
#Select Reception Volume or Transmission
Volume.
#Set thevolume.
Further information on therecommended recep‐
tion and transmission volume: http://
www.mercedes-benz.com/connect
Calls
Using thetelephone
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Phone
Making a call
#Select numbers.
#Select w.
The call is made.
Accepting a call
#Select wAccept.
Rejecting a call
#Select =Reject.
Ending a call
#Select =.
Activating functions during a call
1Adds a call
2Microphone status display
3Ends the call
4Character bar
#To add a call: select ^.
#Make the call.
#To switch the microphone on/off: navigate
downwards.
The menu bar is shown.
#Select Microphone On or Microphone Off.
#To end the call: select =.
226 Multimedia system
#To send DTMF tones: enter characters using
thecharacter bar.
Conducting calls with several participants
Requirements
Rthe mobile phone is connected to the multi‐
media system .
Rat least one call is added (→page 226).
Switching between calls
#Select ^(1) or ^(2).
The selected call is active. The other call is
on hold.
Activating or ending a call on hold
#Select wResume or =End Call.
Conducting a conference call
#Select Conference in thetelephone menu.
The new participant is included in the confer‐
ence call.
Ending an active call
#Select =.
%On some mobile phones, the call on hold is
activated as soon as the active call is ended.
Incoming call during an existing call (call
waiting)
Prerequisite
There is an active call (→page 226).
If youreceive a call while already in a call, a
message is displayed. An acoustic signal also
sounds.
#Select wAccept.
The incoming call is active. The previous call
is on hold.
#Select =Reject.
%This function and behavior depends on your
mobile phone network provider and the
mobile phone (see the manufacturer's oper‐
ating instructions).
Phone book
Overview of the phone book
The phone book of the mobile phone is automat‐
ically displayed in the multimedia system after
the connection is established.
R2,000 entries are reservedfor permanently
saved contacts in the multimedia system.
R2,000 entries are reservedfor contacts loa‐
ded from the mobile phone.
In thetelephone book, you can carry out thefol‐
lowing actions:
Rsearching for contacts (→page 228).
Rstoring contacts (→page 228).
Rdeleting contacts (→page 229).
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Symbol overview
Symbol Explanation
fContact stored in the
multimedia system.
óContact that was
called up from a
mobile phone
òContact imported
from a memory card
or a USB device.
ñContact imported via
the Bluetooth®inter‐
face.
Downloading mobile phone contacts
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Phone .Options .Import
Contacts Automatically
Automatic
#Allow automatic download O.
Manual
#Deactivate automatic download ª.
#Select Import Contacts.
Searching for a contact in the phone book
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Phone .Phone Book
#Select characters.
#Select ¬.
The contact is displayed.
Changing the display and the sorting criteria
for contacts
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Phone .Options .Display
and Sorting
The following functions are available:
RLast Name, First Name
RLast Name First Name
RFirst Name Last Name
#Select an option.
Saving a mobile phone contact
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Phone .Phone Book
#Search for a contact on the mobile phone
(→page 228).
#Select G.
#Select Save.
The contact is identified by thefsymbol
in the phone book.
Importing contacts into thetelephone book
ViaOptions,you can import contacts into the
telephone book as electronic business cards
using a memory card, USB or Bluetooth®.
228 Multimedia system
Source Requirements
òMemory cardThe SD memory card
is inserted.
òUSB device The USB device is
inserted into the USB
port.
ñBluetooth®con‐
nection
If the sending of
vCards is supported
via Bluetooth®,
vCards can be
received on mobile
phones or netbooks,
forexample.
Bluetooth®is activa‐
ted in the multimedia
system and on the
respective device
(see the manufactur‐
er's operating instruc‐
tions).
Deleting a contact from the phone book
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Phone .Phone Book
You can delete contacts stored in thevehicle.
#Switch off automatic download of mobile
phone contacts (→page 228).
#Highlight the contact in the phone book.
#Select G.
#Select Delete Contact.
#Select Yes.
Call lists
Overview of the call lists
If your mobile phone supportsthe PBAP Blue‐
tooth®profile, the call lists from the mobile
phone are displayed in the multimedia system.
When connecting the mobile phone, you may
have to confirm the connection forthe PBAP
Bluetooth®profile (see manufacturer's Opera‐
tor's Manual).
If your mobile phone does not support the PBAP
Bluetooth®profile, the multimedia system gener‐
ates its own call lists. These are not the same as
the call lists in your mobile phone.
If the contact for an incoming call is not yet
saved in the multimedia system, you can use the
call list to save thetelephone number.
Making a call from call lists
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Phone .Call Lists
#Select Calls Received or Calls Dialed.
#Select an entry.
#Make the call.
Displaying details from a list entry
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Phone .Call Lists
#Select Calls Received or Calls Dialed.
The list is displayed.
#Highlight the entry.
#Select G.
#Select Details.
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Speed dial list
Calling up the speed dial list
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Phone .Call Lists
#Select Speed Dial Preset List.
Setting up a speed dial list
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Phone .Phone Book
#Select the contact.
#Select G.
#Select Assign Speed Dial Preset.
#Select a preset forthe speed dial.
Deleting speed dial presets
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Phone .Call
Lists .Speed Dial Preset List
Deleting a speed dial preset
#Highlight the preset youwant to delete.
#Select G.
#Select Delete Speed Dial Preset.
#Select Yes.
Deleting all speed dial presets
#Highlight a preset.
#Select G.
#Select Delete All Speed Dial Presets.
#Select Yes.
Messages (text messages and e-mails)
Notes on messages
If the connected mobile phone supports the
Bluetooth®MAP profile, the message function
can be used on the multimedia system. With
some mobile phones, some settings still have to
be made after connecting to the multimedia sys‐
tem (see the manufacturer's operating instruc‐
tions).
New messages are identified by the1symbol
in the multimedia system display and an audible
signal.
The úsymbol is displayed when the mobile
phone's message memory is full.
Text messages cannot be written while thevehi‐
cle is in motion.
You can obtain further information about set‐
tings and supported functions of Bluetooth®-
capable mobile phones from an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at: http://
www.mercedes-benz.com/connect
Text message settings
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Phone .1.Settings
Configuring an e-mail account
#Select an e-mail account.
The e-mail account is now configured.
Configuring thetext messages or e-mails dis‐
played
#Highlight Text Msg. or an e-mail account.
#Select G.
A menu with thefollowing options is shown:
RAll Messages
RNew Messages
230 Multimedia system
#To make an emergency call: Press SOS
button cover2briefly to open.
#Press and hold SOS button 4for at least
one second.
This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center.
#To make an MB Info call: Press button 3.
This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center.
An emergency call can be initiatedeven if a
Roadside Assistance or MB Info call is active.
This has priority over all other active calls.
Calls via theoverhead control panel are only
possible with an available mobile phone net‐
work.
Further information on Mercedes-Benz mbrace®
and other services can be found at: http://
www.mbusa.com
Information on the emergency call system
&WARNING Risk of accident and injury
despite pressing the SOS button
Even if you press the SOS button in an emer‐
gency, remaining in thevehicle may be dan‐
gerous forthefollowing reasons:
Ryou see smoke inside or outside of the
vehicle, e.g. if there is a fire after an acci‐
dent
Rthevehicle is on a dangerous section of
road
Rthevehicle is not visible or cannot easily
be seen by other road users, particularly
when dark or in poor visibility conditions
#Leave thevehicle immediately in this or
similar situations as soon as it is safe to
do so.
#Move to a safe location along with other
vehicle occupants.
#In such situations, secure thevehicle in
accordance with national regulations,
e.g. with a warning triangle.
Automatic emergency call
The emergency call is initiated:
RWhen an airbag is deployed.
RWhen the Emergency Tensioning Devices are
triggered.
You can end an automatically initiated emer‐
gency call yourself after 60 seconds.
Manual emergency call
An emergency call can be initiated manually via
the SOS button in theoverhead control panel
(→page 231).
If you leave thevehicle immediately after press‐
ing the SOS button, you do not know if
Mercedes-Benz mbrace®has successfully made
the emergency call.
Initiated emergency call
Avoice connection between the Customer Assis‐
tance Center and thevehicle occupants is estab‐
lished:
Rif thevehicle occupants are responsive, the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center
232 Multimedia system
asks for more detailed information on the
emergency.
Rif no vehicle occupant answers, an ambu‐
lance is sent to thevehicle immediately.
Transferred data
During thevoice connection to the Customer
Assistance Center, thefollowing data is transfer‐
red:
RCurrent vehicle location
RVehicle identification number
Emergency call not possible
Rif the mobile phone network is unavailable,
Mercedes-Benz mbrace®is not able to make
an emergency call.
A message to this effect is shown in the mul‐
tifunction display.
The indicator lamp flashes continuously.
In this case, seek assistance by other means.
Information on the MB Info call
An Info call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer
Assistance Center has been initiated via the
overhead control panel (→page 231).
You can find information on thefollowing topics:
RActivating Mercedes-Benz mbrace®
ROperating thevehicle
RNearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
ROther products and services from
Mercedes-Benz
Data is transmitted during the connection to the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center
(→page 233).
Information on theRoadside Assistance call
ARoadside Assistance call to the Mercedes-
Benz Customer Assistance Center has been initi‐
ated via theoverhead control panel:
RThe problem with thevehicle is analyzed
using remote diagnosis.
Further information about this can be
obtained at: http://www.mbusa.com
RAqualified Mercedes-Benz technician carries
out repairs on site and/or thevehicle will be
towedto the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
You may be chargedforthese services.
Data is transmitted during the connection to the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center
(→page 233).
Transferred data during a service call
In certain countries you must confirm the data
transfer.
Data transferred includes thefollowing:
Overview of transferred data
Service callTransmitted data
MB Info call
Roadside Assistance
call
Rcurrent vehicle
location
Rvehicle identifica‐
tion number
Rservice code
Rselected data
about thestatus
of thevehicle
Multimedia system 233
Online and Internet functions
Internet connection
Setting up an Internet connection
Requirements
RA mobile phone is connectedto the multime‐
dia system via Bluetooth®.
To do so, the mobile phone must support one
of thefollowing Bluetooth®profiles:
-DUN (Dial-Up Networking)
-PAN (Personal Area Network)
RSet the access data of the mobile phone net‐
work provider forthe connected mobile
phone in the multimedia system. If you use
incorrect access data, additional costs may
be incurred.
RIf you use thetelephone module for Internet
functions, yourequire a SIM card in thetele‐
phone module or a Bluetooth®-capable
mobile phone.
You can obtain more detailed information at
http://www.mercedes-benz.com/connect or
from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Tel/®.Internet .Set-
tings .Configure Internet Settings .Search
for Internet Devices .Start Search
#Select the mobile phone.
If the mobile phone supports the Bluetooth®
PAN profile, Internet access is set up. You
can use the Internet functions. If the mobile
phone does not support the named Blue‐
tooth®profile, predefined or manual access
data must be set.
Selecting the predefined access data of the
mobile phone network provider
#Select Predefined Settings.
A list of countries appears.
#Select the country of your mobile phone net‐
work provider.
The list of available providers appears.
#Select your mobile phone network provider.
An overview of the provider settings appears.
#Select Confirm Settings.
Manually setting the access data of the
mobile phone network provider
#Select Manual Settings.
An overview of the provider settings appears.
#Set access data.
#Select Confirm Settings.
%Set the access data in accordance with your
data package.You can contact your mobile
phone network provider to obtain the precise
access data.
Canceling Internet access permission for a
mobile phone
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Tel/®.Internet .Set-
tings .Configure Internet Settings
#Highlight a mobile phone.
#Select G.
#Select Delete Configuration.
234 Multimedia system
#Select Yes.
Displaying mobile phone details
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Tel/®.Internet .Set-
tings .Configure Internet Settings
#Highlight a mobile phone.
#Select G.
#Select Details.
Establishing an Internet connection
Requirements
RYour connection device is activated and
operational.
RYour connection device receives a signal and
has a data connection.
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Tel/®.Internet
#Forexample, call up the Mercedes-Benz
mobile website.
#To show the menu: press the%button.
#To end the connection: select ©.
Mercedes-Benz Apps
Calling up Mercedes-Benz Apps
Requirements
RRegisterto use Mercedes-Benz Apps.
RConfirm thegeneral terms and conditions.
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Tel/®.Inter-
net .Mercedes-Benz Apps
#Select the App.
Further Mercedes-Benz Apps and information
can be obtained at: http://apps.mercedes-
benz.com/apps/
%The available features are country-depend‐
ent.
License fees may be applicable.
Web browser
Calling up a website
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Tel/®.Internet .www
#Enter a web address.
#To finish entry and call up a website:
select ¬.
%Websites cannot be shown while thevehicle
is in motion.
Overview of theweb browser
1Closes the browser
2Web page, back
Multimedia system 235
3Web page, forwards
4Refreshes/stops
5URL entry
6Favorites
7Disconnects
8Options
Calling up the web browser options
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Tel/®.Internet .www
#Call up thewebsite.
#To show the menu: press the%button.
#To call up the options menu: select Ü.
The following functions are available:
RAdd to Bookmarks
RCurrent URL
RZoom
RJump From Link To Link
RDirectional Scrolling
RSettings
#Select an option.
Calling up theweb browser settings
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Tel/®.Internet .www
#Call up thewebsite.
#To show the menu: press the%button.
#To call up the options menu: select Ü.
#Select Settings.
The following functions are available:
RDownload Images Automatically
RBlock Pop-Ups
RActivate Javascript
RAllow Cookies
RShow Link Target
RCharacter Size
RCharacter Code
#Select the setting.
Deleting Internet history
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Tel/®.Internet .Set-
tings .Delete Private Data
#Select the setting.
or
#Select Delete All Data On Exit.
Setting Internet favorites
Multimedia system:
,Tel/®.Tel/®.Internet
Creating favorites
#Select www.
#Call up thewebsite.
#To show the menu: press the%button.
#To call up the options menu: select Ü.
#Select Add to Bookmarks.
Selecting favorites
#Select Internet Favorites.
#Select bookmarks.
236 Multimedia system
the prior consent of the copyright holder. Make
sure that you know about the applicable copy‐
right regulations and that you comply with these.
Activating media mode
Multimedia system:
,Media .Media
The following functions are available:
RMemory Card
RMedia Interface 1
RMedia Interface 2
RBluetooth Audio
#Select the media source.
Playable music files are played back.
Inserting/removing an SD memory card
&DANGER Risk of fatal injury from swal‐
lowing SD cards
SD cards are small parts.
They could be swallowed and lead to chok‐
ing.
#Keep SD cards out of thereach of chil‐
dren.
#Seek medical attention immediately if
an SD card has been swallowed.
*NOTE Damage caused by high tempera‐
tures
High temperatures can damage the SD mem‐
ory card.
#Remove the SD memory card after use
and take it out of thevehicle.
Multimedia system:
,Media .Media .Memory Card
Inserting
The multimedia connection unit is located in the
stowage compartment under the armrest.
#Insert the SD memory card into the SD card
slot until it engages. The side with the con‐
tacts must face downwards.
Playable music files are played back.
Removing
#Press the SD memory card.
#Eject the SD memory card.
Overview of the audio mode
1Active data storage medium
2Play mode
3Track
4Track number and number of tracks in the
track list
5Artist and album
6Time with elapsed time/time remaining bar
7Cover
238 Multimedia system
Selecting a satellite radio channel
Multimedia system:
,Radio .Radio .Sat Radio
Using the main display field
#To select a channel: navigate to the left or
right.
or
#Press the controller.
By entering channel numbers directly
#Select Options.
#Select Direct Entry.
#Select a channel number.
Using the satellite radio channel list
#Select Options.
#Select Curr. Station List with Artist & Title.
#Select a channel.
Using the search function
#Select Options.
#Select è.
#Enter a search term.
#Select ¬.
Results are displayed.
#Select a channel.
Storing a satellite radio channel
Multimedia system:
,Radio .Radio .Sat Radio
#Set thechannel.
#Press and hold thetouchpad or controller
until the preset list appears.
#Select a location forstoring thechannel.
Music and sport alerts function
This function makes it possible to store a pro‐
gram alert foryour favorite artists, tracks or
sporting events. Music alerts can be saved
whilst a track is being played and sport alerts
can be saved during a live game. You can also
specify sport alerts via the menu option. The
system then continuously searches through all
thechannels. If a match is found with a stored
alert, you will be informed.
Setting music and sport alerts
Prerequisites
Activate thefollowing functions:
ROActivate Music Alerts
ROActivate Sports Alerts
Multimedia system:
,Radio .Radio .Sat
Radio .Options .Alert for Artist, Track &
Sports Event
Setting a music alert
#Select Manage Music Alerts.
#Select Select New Alerts.
#Select Artist or Track.
The alert is set forthe current artist or track.
If a match is found, a prompt appears asking
whether youwish to change to thechannel.
Setting a sport alert
#Select Manage Sports Alerts.
#Select Select New Alerts.
#Select a team from a league.
Multimedia system 247
Managing music and sport alerts
#Select Manage Music Alerts.
or
#Select Manage Sports Alerts.
Displaying satellite radio service information
Multimedia system:
,Radio .Radio .Sat Radio .Options
#Select Service.
The telephone number of the provider and
the Sirius XM®ESN of your satellitereceiver
appear.
Displaying satellite radio channel informa‐
tion
Multimedia system:
,Radio .Radio .Sat Radio
#Select Info.
Additional information is displayed.
Returning to the main display
#Select Info.
Sound
Tone settings
Information about the sound system
The sound system has a total output of 100
watts and is equipped with seven speakers. It is
available for all functions in theradio and media
modes.
Calling up the sound menu
Multimedia system:
,Media .à
The following functions are available:
REqualizer
RBalance/Fader
#Select the sound menu.
Adjusting treble, mid and bass
Multimedia system:
,Media .à.Equalizer
#Select therotary menu.
#Change the settings.
#To exit the menu: press the%button.
248Multimedia system
Adjusting the balance/fader
Multimedia system:
,Media .à.Balance/Fader
#Adjust the balance and fader.
#To exit the menu: press the%button.
Burmester®surround sound system
Information about the Burmester®surround
sound system
The Burmester®surround sound system has a
total output of 590 watts and is equipped with
13 speakers. It is available for all functions in the
radio and media modes.
Calling up the sound menu in the
Burmester®surround sound system
Multimedia system:
,Media .à
The following functions are available:
REqualizer
RBalance/Fader
RSurround
#Select the sound menu.
Adjusting the treble, mid and bass settings
on the Burmester®surround sound system
Multimedia system:
,Media .à.Equalizer
#Select therotary menu.
#Change the settings.
#To exit the menu: press the%button.
Adjusting the balance/fader in the
Burmester®surround sound system
Multimedia system:
,Media .à.Balance/Fader
#Adjust the balance and fader.
#To exit the menu: press the%button.
Switching surround sound on/off in the
Burmester®surround sound system
Multimedia system:
,Media .à.Surround
#Switch the function on/off in the left rotary
menu.
#To exit the menu: press the%button.
Adjusting the sound optimization in the
Burmester®surround sound system
Multimedia system:
,Media .à.Surround
#Adjust thefocus in theright rotary menu.
#To exit the menu: press the%button.
Multimedia system 249
ASSYST PLUS service interval display
Function of the ASSYST PLUS service interval
display
The ASSYST PLUS service interval display in the
Instrument Display provides information on the
remaining time or distance before the next
service due date.
You can hide this service message using the
back button on the left-hand side of thesteering
wheel.
You can obtain further information concerning
the servicing of your vehicle from a qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Displaying the service due date
On-board computer:
,Service .ASSYST PLUS
The next service due date is displayed.
#To exit the display: Press the back button
on the left-hand side of thesteering wheel.
Make sure to observe thefollowing further rela‐
ted subject:
ROperating the on-board computer
(→page 200).
Carrying out service work at regular inter‐
vals
*NOTE Premature wear through failure to
observe service due dates
Service work which is not carried out at the
right time or incompletely can lead to
increased wear and damage to thevehicle.
#Always observe the prescribed service
intervals.
#Always have the prescribed service
work carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop.
Special service requirements
The prescribed service interval is based on nor‐
mal operation of thevehicle. Service work will
need to be performed more often if thevehicle
is operated under arduous conditions or
increased loads, forexample:
RRegular city driving with frequent intermedi‐
ate stops.
RIf thevehicle is primarily used to travel short
distances.
RFor frequent operation in mountainous ter‐
rain or on poor road surfaces.
RIf the engine is often left idling for long peri‐
ods.
RIn particularlydusty conditionsand/orif air-
recirculation mode is frequently used.
In these or similar operating conditions, have,for
example, the interior air filter, engine air filter,
engine oil and oil filter changed more frequently.
The tires must be checked more frequently if the
vehicle is operated under arduous conditions.
Further information can be obtained at a quali‐
fied specialist workshop.
250 Maintenance and care
&WARNING Risk of accident and injury
when opening and closing the engine
hood
When opening or closing the engine hood, it
may suddenly drop into the end position.
There is a risk of injury for anyone in the
engine hood's range of movement.
#Only open or close the engine hood
when there are no persons in the
engine hood's range of movement.
&WARNING Danger of burns when open‐
ing the hood
If you open the hood when the engine has
overheated or during a fire in the engine
compartment, you could come into contact
with hot gases or other escaping operating
fluids.
#Before opening the hood, allow the
engine to cool down.
#In theevent of a fire in the engine com‐
partment, keep the hood closed and
call thefire service.
&WARNING Risk of injury due to moving
parts
Certain components in the engine compart‐
ment may continue to move or suddenly
move again even afterthe ignition has been
switched off, e.g. the cooler fan.
Make sure of thefollowing before performing
tasks in the engine compartment:
#Switch the ignition off.
#Nevertouch the danger zone surround‐
ing moving component parts, e.g. the
rotation area of thefan.
#Remove jewelry and watches.
#Keep items of clothing and hair away
from moving parts.
&WARNING Risk of injury from touching
component parts under voltage
The ignition system and the fuel injection
system work under high voltage. If youtouch
component parts which are under voltage,
you could receive an electric shock.
#Nevertouch component parts of the
ignition system or the fuel injection sys‐
tem when the ignition is switched on.
&WARNING Risk of burns from hot com‐
ponent parts in the engine compartment
Certain component parts in the engine com‐
partment can be very hot, e.g. the engine,
the cooler and parts of theexhaust system.
#Let the engine cool down and only
touch the component parts described
as follows.
252 Maintenance and care
&WARNING Risk of injury from using the
windshield wipers while the engine hood
is open
When the engine hood is open and the wind‐
shield wipers are set in motion, you can be
trapped by the wiper linkage.
#Always switch off the windshield wipers
and ignition before opening the engine
hood.
#To open: pull lever1to release the hood. #Push hood catch 1upwards and lift the
hood by approximately 15 in (40 cm).
#To close: lowerthe hood and let it fall from a
height of approximately 8 in (20 cm).
#If the hood can still be lifted slightly, open
the hood again and close it with a little more
force until it engages correctly.
Maintenance and care 253
Engine oil
Checking the engine oil level using the oil
dipstick
&WARNING Risk of burns from hot com‐
ponent parts in the engine compartment
Certain component parts in the engine com‐
partment can be very hot, e.g. the engine,
the cooler and parts of theexhaust system.
#Let the engine cool down and only
touch the component parts described
as follows.
Depending on the engine, the oil dipstick may be
installed in the engine compartment in different
locations.
Waiting time before checking the oil level:
REngine at normal operating temperature: five
minutes.
REngine not at normal operating temperature
(e.g. the engine was only started briefly): 30
minutes.
#Park thevehicle on a flat surface.
#Remove oil dipstick 1and wipe off.
#Slowly slide oil dipstick 1into the guide
tube to thestop, and take it out again after
approximately three seconds.
ROil level is correct: oil level is between 2
and 3.
ROil leveltoo low: oil level is at 3or
below.
ROil leveltoo high: oil level is above 2.
#If the oil level is too low, add 1.1 US qt (1 l) of
engine oil.
#If the oil level is too high, drain off excess
engine oil. Consult a qualified specialist
workshop.
Topping up engine oil
&WARNING Risk of burns from hot com‐
ponent parts in the engine compartment
Certain component parts in the engine com‐
partment can be very hot, e.g. the engine,
the cooler and parts of theexhaust system.
#Let the engine cool down and only
touch the component parts described
as follows.
&WARNING Risk of fire and injury from
engine oil
If engine oil comes into contact with hot
component parts in the engine compart‐
ment, it may ignite.
254 Maintenance and care
#Make sure that no engine oil is spilled
next to thefiller opening.
#Allow the engine to cool off and thor‐
oughly clean the engine oil from compo‐
nent parts before starting thevehicle.
*NOTE Engine damage caused by an
incorrect oil filter, incorrect oil or addi‐
tives
#Do not use engine oils or oil filters
which do not correspond to the specifi‐
cations explicitly prescribed forthe
service intervals.
#Do not alter the engine oil or oil filter in
order to achieve longer change intervals
than prescribed.
#Do not use additives.
#Follow the instructions in the service
interval display regarding the oil
change.
*NOTE Damage caused by topping up too
much engine oil
Topping up too much engine oil can cause
damage to the engine or the catalytic con‐
verter.
#Have excess engine oil siphoned off at
aqualified specialist workshop.
#Turn cap 1counter-clockwise and remove
it.
#Add engine oil.
#Replace cap 1and turn it clockwise as far
as it will go.
#Check the oil level again (→page 254).
Checking coolant level
&WARNING Risk of burns from hot com‐
ponent parts in the engine compartment
Certain component parts in the engine com‐
partment can be very hot, e.g. the engine,
the cooler and parts of theexhaust system.
#Let the engine cool down and only
touch the component parts described
as follows.
&WARNING Danger of burns from hot
coolant
The engine cooling system is pressurized,
particularly when the engine is warm. If you
Maintenance and care 255
&WARNING ‑ Risk of fire and injury from
windshield washer concentrate
Windshield washer concentrate is highly
flammable. It could ignite if it comes into
contact with hot engine component parts or
theexhaust system.
#Make sure that no windshield washer
concentrate spills out next to thefiller
opening.
#Remove cap 1by thetab.
#Addwasher fluid.
Cleaning and care
Information on washing thevehicle in a car
wash
&WARNING Risk of accident due to
reduced braking effect afterwashing the
vehicle
The braking effect is reduced afterwashing
thevehicle.
#Afterthevehicle has been washed,
brake carefully while paying attention to
the traffic conditions until the braking
effect has been fully restored.
To avoid damage to your vehicle when using a
car wash, ensure thefollowing beforehand:
RDistance Pilot DISTRONIC and the HOLD
function are switched off.
RThe 360° Camera or thereversing camera is
switched off.
RThe side windows and sliding sunroof are
completely closed.
Maintenance and care 257
RThe blowerfortheventilation/heating is
switched off.
RThe windshield wiper switch is in position 0.
RIn car washes with a towing mechanism: neu‐
tral iis engaged.
RThe SmartKey is at a distance of at least
10 ft (3 m) away from thevehicle, otherwise
thetailgate could open unintentionally.
%If youremove thewax from the windshield
and the wiper rubber afterthe car wash you
will avoid smearing and reduce the noise
made by the windshield wipers.
Information on using a powerwasher
&WARNING Risk of accident when using
high-pressure cleaning equipment with
round-spray nozzles
The water jet from a round-spray nozzle (dirt
grinder) may cause damage to tires and sus‐
pension components that is not visible.
Components damaged in this waymayfail
unexpectedly.
#Do not use high-pressure cleaning
equipment with round-spray nozzles to
clean your vehicle.
#Damaged tires or suspension compo‐
nents must be replaced immediately.
To avoid damage to your vehicle, observe thefol‐
lowing when using a powerwasher:
RKeep the SmartKey at least 10 ft (3 m) away
from thevehicle. Otherwise thetailgate
could open unintentionally.
RMaintain a distance of at least 11.8 in
(30 cm) to thevehicle.
RVehicles with decorative foil: parts of your
vehicle are covered with a decorative foil.
Maintain a distance of at least 27.6 in
(70 cm) between thefoil-covered parts of the
vehicle and the nozzle of the powerwasher.
Move the powerwasher cleaner nozzle
around whilst cleaning.
RObserve the information on the correct dis‐
tance in the equipment manufacturer's oper‐
ating instructions.
RDo not point the nozzle of the powerwasher
directly at sensitive parts such as tires, slits,
electrical component parts, batteries, light
sources and ventilation slots.
Washing the vehicle by hand
Observe legal requirements, forexample in
some countries washing by hand is only allowed
at specially equipped washing bays.
#Use a mild cleaning agent such as car sham‐
poo.
#Wash thevehicle with lukewarm water and a
soft car sponge. While doing so, do not
expose thevehicle to direct sunlight.
#Hose down thevehicle carefully with water
and dry it with a leather cloth. Make sure
that thewater jet is not pointed directly into
the air inlet grille.
258 Maintenance and care
Notes on paintwork/matte finish paintwork care
Observe thefollowing information:
Information on cleaning and careAvoiding damage to the paintwork
Paint RInsect remains: soak with insect remover and rinse off the
treated areas afterwards.
RBird droppings: soak with water and rinse off afterwards.
RCoolant, brake fluid, tree resins, oils, fuel and greases:
gently rub with a cloth soaked in petroleum ether or
lighter fluid.
RTarstains: use tarremover.
RWax: use silicone remover.
RDo not apply stickers,films etc.
RRemove dirt immediately, where possible.
Matte finish RThe vehicle should preferably be washed by hand using a
soft sponge, car shampoo and plenty of water.
ROnly use care products recommended by Mercedes-Benz.
RDo not polish thevehicle and light-alloy wheels.
RDo not have your vehicle cleaned at an automatic car
wash too frequently and do not use wash programs which
finish with a hot waxvehicle treatment.
RDo not use paint cleaner, buffing or polishing products
such as a gloss preserver, e.g. wax.
RAlways have paintwork repairs carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Maintenance and care 259
Notes on care of vehicle parts
&WARNING Risk of entrapment if the
windshield wipers are switched on while
the windshield is being cleaned
If the windshield wipers are set in motion
while you are cleaning the windshield or
wiper blades, you can be trapped by the
wiper arm.
#Always switch off the windshield wipers
and the ignition before cleaning the
windshield or wiper blades.
&WARNING Risk of burns from tailpipes
and tailpipe trim
The tailpipe and tailpipe trim can become
very hot. If you come into contact withthese
parts of thevehicle, you could burn yourself.
#Always be particularly careful around
thetailpipe and thetailpipe trim.
#Allow thevehicle parts to cool down
before youtouch them.
Observe thefollowing information:
Information on cleaning and careAvoiding vehicle damage
Wheels/rims Use water and acid-free wheel cleaners. RDo not use acidic wheel cleaners to remove brake dust.
This could damage wheel bolts and brake components.
RTo avoid corrosion of the brake discs and brake linings,
drive thevehicle for a few minutes after cleaning before
parking it. The brake discs and brake linings warm up and
dried out.
Windows Clean the windows on the inside and outside using a damp
cloth and cleaning products recommended by Mercedes-
Benz.
Do not use dry cloths, abrasive products or cleaning agents
containing solvents to clean the inside of the windows.
260 Maintenance and care
Information on cleaning and careAvoiding vehicle damage
Wiper blades Fold out the wiper blades and clean them using a damp cloth.Do not clean the wiper blades too often.
Exterior lighting Clean the lens with a wet sponge and mild detergent, e.g. car
shampoo.
Only use cleaning agents or cleaning clothsthat are suitable
for plastic lenses.
AIRPANEL If thevehicle is very dusty or there are salt deposits in the
AIRPANEL mechanics, the adjustment range of the shutters in
theradiator trim may be restricted.
RSwitch on the ignition, and the shutters open automati‐
cally after approximately 120 seconds.
RClean the bearing points of the shutters with a high-pres‐
sure water jet.
When using a high-pressure water jet, maintain a minimum
distance of 11.8 in (30 cm).
Sensors Clean the sensors in the front and rear bumpers and in the
radiator grille with a soft cloth and car shampoo.
When using a high-pressure water jet, maintain a minimum
distance of 11.8 in (30 cm).
Rear view camera
and 360° Camera
ROpen the camera cover with the multimedia sys‐
tem(→page 184) .
RUse clear water and a soft cloth to clean the camera lens.
Do not use a high-pressure water jet.
Tailpipes Clean with cleaning agents recommended by Mercedes-Benz,
particularly in the winter and afterwashing thevehicle.
Use acid-free cleaning agents.
Maintenance and care 261
#When giving starting assistance, always
make sure that you only connect bat‐
tery terminals with identical polarity.
#During starting assistance, you must
observethe described order for con‐
necting and disconnecting the jumper
cables.
#Do not connect or disconnect the bat‐
tery clamps while the engine is running.
&WARNING Risk of explosion during
charging process and starting assistance
During thecharging process and starting
assistance, the battery may release an explo‐
sive gas mixture.
#Avoid fire, open flames, creating sparks
and smoking.
#Make sure that there is sufficient venti‐
lation during thecharging process and
during starting assistance.
#Do not lean over a battery.
If the indicator/warning lamps in the instrument
cluster do not light up at low temperatures, it is
very likely that the discharged battery has fro‐
zen.
&WARNING Risk of explosion from a fro‐
zen battery
A discharged battery may freeze at tempera‐
tures slightly above or below freezing point.
During starting assistance or battery charg‐
ing, battery gas may be released.
#Alwaysthaw a frozen battery out first
before charging it or performing start‐
ing assistance.
*NOTE Shortening the service life of the
battery by charging the battery at low
temperatures
Charging the battery at very low tempera‐
tures may shortenthe service life of the bat‐
tery and have a negative effect on starting.
#Do not charge the battery at very low
temperatures.
The service life of a battery that has been
thawed may be dramatically shortened.
It is recommended that you have athawed bat‐
tery checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
All vehicles
*NOTE Damage caused by numerous or
extended attemptsto start the engine
Numerous or extended attemptsto start the
engine may damage the catalytic converter
due to non-combusted fuel.
#Avoid numerous and extended attempts
to start the engine.
Observe thefollowing points during starting
assistance and when charging the battery:
ROnly use undamaged jumper cables/charg‐
ing cables with a sufficient cross-section and
insulatedterminal clamps.
RNon-insulated parts of theterminal clamps
must not come into contact with other metal
parts while the jumper cable/charging cable
is connected to the battery/jump-start con‐
nection point.
Breakdown assistance 273
When thestarting assistance/charging process
is complete:
#First,remove the jumper cable/charging
cable from ground point 3and the negative
pole of the donor battery, then from positive
clamp 2and the positive pole of the donor
battery. Begin each time with the contacts
on your ownvehicle first.
#Afterremoving the jumper cable/charging
cable, close cover1of positive clamp 2.
You can obtain further information on starting
assistance at any qualified specialist workshop.
Towstarting or towing away
Permitted towing methods
Mercedes-Benz recommends transporting your
vehicle in the case of a breakdown, rather than
towing it away.
*NOTE Damage to thevehicle due to tow‐
ing away incorrectly
#Observe the instructions and notes on
towing away.
Breakdown assistance 275
Permitted towing methods
Both axles on theground Front axle raised Rear axle raised
Vehicles with manual transmission Yes, maximum 31 miles (50 km) at
31 mph (50 km/h)
Yes, maximum 31 miles (50 km) at
31 mph (50 km/h)
Yes, maximum 31 miles (50 km) at
31 mph (50 km/h)
Vehicles with automatic transmis‐
sion
Yes, maximum 31 miles (50 km) at
31 mph (50 km/h)
No Yes, if thesteering wheel is fixed in
the center position with a steering
wheel lock.
4MATIC vehicles Yes, maximum 31 miles (50 km) at
31 mph (50 km/h)
No No
Towing with a raised axle: towing should be
performed by atowing company.
Towing thevehicle with both axles on the
ground
#Observe the notes on the permitted towing
methods (→page 276) (→page 275).
#Make sure that the battery is connected and
charged.
When the battery is discharged:
RThe engine cannot be started.
RThe electric parking brake cannot be
released or applied.
RVehicles with automatic transmission:
The automatic transmission cannot be shif‐
tedto position ior j.
276Breakdown assistance
Step 3
Example 1Example 2
Permissible load (maximum grossvehicle weight
rating from theTire and Loading Information
placard minus the gross weight of all occupants)
1500 lbs (680 kg)Ò750 lbs (340 kg) = 750 lbs
(340 kg)
1500 lbs (680 kg)Ò200 lbs (91 kg) = 1300 lbs
(589 kg)
Wheels and tires 295
Vehicle identification plate (Canada only)
1Permissible grossmass
2Permissible front axle load
3Permissible rear axle load
4Paint code
5VIN (vehicle identification number)
The maximum permissible gross vehicle weight
is made up of thevehicle weight, all vehicle
occupants, the fuel and the load. The maximum
permissible axle load is the maximum weight
that can be carried by one axle (front or rear
axle).
Neverexceed the permissible gross vehicle
weight or the maximum permissible axle load for
the front or rear axle.
VIN in front of theright-hand front seat
1VIN (vehicle identification number)
2Floor covering
Additional plates
1Plate with information about emissions test‐
ing, including confirmation of emissions
guidelines at theU.S. federal level as well as
for California
2Engine number stamped into the crankcase
3VIN (vehicle identification number)
Technical data 317
Operating fluids
Notes on operating fluids
&WARNING Risk of injury from operating
fluids harmful to your health
Operating fluids may be poisonous and harm‐
ful to your health.
#Observe thetext on the original con‐
tainers when using, storing or disposing
of operating fluids.
#Alwaysstore operating fluids sealed in
their original containers.
#Alwayskeep children away from operat‐
ing fluids.
+ENVIRONMENTALNOTE Environmental
pollution caused by environmentally irre‐
sponsible disposal
#Dispose of operating fluids in an envi‐
ronmentally responsible manner.
Operating fluids include thefollowing:
RFuels
RLubricants
RCoolant
RBrake fluid
RWindshield washer fluid
RClimate control system refrigerant
Only use products recommended by Mercedes-
Benz. Damage caused by using vehicle products
which have not been recommended is not cov‐
ered by the Mercedes-Benz guarantee, warranty
or goodwill gestures.
You can identify operating fluids approvedby
Mercedes-Benz by thefollowing inscription on
the containers:
RMB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51 )
RMB-Approval (e.g. MB-Approval 229.51)
Further information on approved operating flu‐
ids:
RIn the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for
operating fluids at http://bevo.mercedes-
benz.com (byentering the designation)
RAt aqualified specialist workshop
&WARNING Risk of fire and explosion
caused by fuel
Fuels are highly inflammable.
#You must avoid fire, open flames, creat‐
ing sparks and smoking.
#Before refueling, switch off the engine
and, if installed in your vehicle, thesta‐
tionary heater.
&WARNING Risk of injury from fuel
Fuels are poisonous and harmful to your
health
#Do not swallow fuel or let it come into
contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
#Do not inhale fuel vapors.
318Technical data
#Keep children away from fuel.
If you or other people come into contact with
fuel, observe thefollowing:
#Immediately rinse fuel off your skin with
soap and water.
#If fuel comes into contact with your
eyes, immediately rinse them thor‐
oughly with clean water. Seek medical
attention immediately.
#If you swallow fuel, seek medical atten‐
tion immediately. Do not induce vomit‐
ing.
#Change immediately out of clothing that
has come into contact with fuel.
Fuel
Information on fuel grades forvehicles with
agasoline engine
Observe the notes on operating fluids
(→page 318).
*NOTE Damage caused by the wrong fuel
Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could
result in damage to the fuel system, the
engine and the emission control system.
#Only refuel with low-sulfur premium
grade fuel.
This fuel may contain up to 10 %ethanol.
Your vehicle is suitable for use with E10 fuel.
Do not refuel using:
RDiesel
RE15, E85, E100
RGasoline containing methanol (M15, M30,
M85, M100)
RGasoline with additives containing metal
If you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel:
#Do not switch the ignition on.
#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
If theavailable fuel is not sufficiently low in sul‐
fur, this can produce unpleasant odors.
Only refuel with fuel, that has at least the octane
number specified in the information table in the
fuel filler flap (→page 145). This may reduce
engine output and increase fuel consumption.
If youwant maximum engine output: only
refuel with unleaded premium grade gasoline
with an octane number of at least 91 AKI/
95 RON.
Neverrefuel using gasoline with a lowerRON.
*NOTE Premature wear caused by unlea‐
ded regular gasoline
Unleaded regular gasoline can cause the
engine to wear more quickly and impair lon‐
gevity and performance.
If unleaded premium grade gasoline is
unavailable and you have to refuel using
unleaded regular gasoline:
#Only fill the fuel tank to half full with
unleaded regular gasoline and refill as
soon as possible with unleaded pre‐
mium grade gasoline.
#Do not drive at the maximum speed.
Technical data 319
#Avoid sudden acceleration and engine
speeds over 3,000 rpm.
Further information on fuel can be found:
RAt agasstation
RAt aqualified specialist workshop
RUSA only: Under http://www.mbusa.com
Information on additives in gasoline
Observe the notes on operating fluids
(→page 318).
*NOTE Damage caused by non-approved
additives
Even small amounts of the wrong additive
may lead to malfunctions occurring.
#Only add cleaning additives recommen‐
ded by Mercedes-Benz to the fuel.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use fuel
brands that have additives.
The fuel grade available in some countries may
not be sufficient. Residue could build up in the
fuel injection system as a result. In this case, in
consultation with an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center, the fuel may be mixed with the cleaning
additive recommended by Mercedes-Benz.
Always observe the notes and mixing ratios
specified on the container.
Notes on fuel consumption
+ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Increased CO2
emissions caused by increased fuel con‐
sumption
The CO2emissions of your vehicle depend
directly on the fuel consumption.
#You can minimize CO2emissions by
driving carefully and having your vehicle
serviced regularly.
Tank capacity and reserve fuel level
Capacity
Model Total capacity
Allmodels 17.4 US gal (66.0 l)
or
21.1 US gal(80.0 l)
Model Of which reserve
All models1.8 US gal(7.0 l)
Engine oil
Notes on engine oil
Observe the notes on operating fluids
(→page 318).
320 Technical data
*NOTE Engine damage caused by an
incorrect oil filter, incorrect oil or addi‐
tives
#Do not use engine oils or oil filters other
than those which meet the specifica‐
tions necessary forthe prescribed
service intervals.
#Do not alter the engine oil or oil filter in
order to achieve longer change intervals
than prescribed.
#Do not use additives.
#Have the engine oil changed afterthe
prescribed intervals.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the
oil change carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop.
Further information on engine oils and oil filters:
RIn the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for
Operating Fluids at http://bevo.mercedes-
benz.com (byentering the designation)
RAt aqualified specialist workshop
Quality and filling capacity of engine oil
MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval
Gasoline enginesMB-Freigabe or MB-
Approval
All models 229.5, 229.6
The following values referto an oil change,
including the oil filter:
Capacity
Model Capacity
All models 6.9 US qt (6.5 l)
Notes on brake fluid
Observe the notes on operating fluids
(→page 318).
&WARNING Risk of an accident due to
vapor pockets forming in the brake sys‐
tem
The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture
from the air. This lowers the boiling point of
the brake fluid. If the boiling point is too low,
vapor pockets may form in the brake system
when the brakes are applied hard.
This causes the braking effect to be
impaired.
#Have the brake fluid renewed at the
specified intervals.
Have the brake fluid regularly changed at a quali‐
fied specialist workshop.
Only use brake fluid approvedby Mercedes-Benz
according to MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 331.0.
Technical data 321
Further information on brake fluid:
RIn the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for
Operating Fluids at http://bevo.mercedes-
benz.com
RAt aqualified specialist workshop
Coolant
Notes on coolant
Observe the notes on operating fluids
(→page 318).
&WARNING ‑ Risk of fire and injury from
antifreeze
If antifreeze comes into contact with hot
component parts in the engine compart‐
ment, it may ignite.
#Allow the engine to cool down before
adding antifreeze.
#Make sure that no antifreeze spills out
next to thefiller opening.
#Thoroughly clean off any antifreeze
from component parts before starting
thevehicle.
*NOTE Damage caused by incorrect cool‐
ant
#Only add coolant that has been pre‐
mixed with therequired antifreeze pro‐
tection.
Further information on coolant:
RIn the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for
Operating Fluids 310.1, e.g. online at
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
RAt aqualified specialist workshop.
*NOTE Overheating at high outside tem‐
peratures
If an inappropriate coolant is used, the
engine cooling system is not sufficiently pro‐
tected against overheating and corrosion at
high outside temperatures.
#Always use an appropriate coolant.
Have the coolant regularly changed at a qualified
specialist workshop.
The proportion of corrosion inhibitor/ antifreeze
concentrate in the engine cooling system should
be:
RA minimum of 50% (antifreeze protection
down to approximately -35 °F (-37 °C)).
RA maximum of 55% (antifreeze protection
down to -49 °F (-45 °C)).
Coolant filling capacity
Filling capacity
Model Filling capacity
All models 12.7 US qt (12.0 l)
Notes on windshield washer fluid
Observe the notes on operating fluids
(→page 318).
322 Technical data
&WARNING ‑ Risk of fire and injury from
windshield washer concentrate
Windshield washer concentrate is highly
flammable. It could ignite if it comes into
contact with hot engine component parts or
theexhaust system.
#Make sure that no windshield washer
concentrate spills out next to thefiller
opening.
*NOTE Damage to theexterior lighting
due to unsuitable windshield washer fluid
Unsuitable windshield washer fluid may dam‐
age the plastic surface of theexterior light‐
ing.
#Only use windshield washer fluid which
is also suitable for use on plastic surfa‐
ces, e.g. MB SummerFit or MB Winter‐
Fit.
*NOTE Blocked spray nozzles caused by
mixing windshield washer fluids
#Do not mix MB SummerFit and MB Win‐
terFit with other windshield washer flu‐
ids.
Do not use distilled or de-ionized water as thefill
level sensor may be triggered erroneously.
Recommended windshield washer fluid:
RAbove freezing point: e.g. MB SummerFit
RBelow freezing point: e.g. MB WinterFit
Forthe correct mixing ratio referto the informa‐
tion on the antifreeze reservoir.
Add windshield washer fluid to thewasher water
all year round.
Refrigerant
Notes on refrigerants
Observe the notes on operating fluids
(→page 318).
*NOTE Damage due to incorrect refriger‐
ant
If a non-approvedrefrigerant is used, the cli‐
mate control system may be damaged.
#Only use therefrigerant R‑134a
*NOTE Damage to the climate control
system due to incorrect refrigerant com‐
pressor oil
#Only use refrigerant compressor oil that
has been approvedby Mercedes-Benz.
#Do not mix the approvedrefrigerant
compressor oil with a different refriger‐
ant compressor oil.
Work on the climate control system may only be
carried out by aqualified specialist workshop. All
applicable regulations, as well as SAEstandard
J639, must be adhered to.
Technical data 323
1Warning symbols
2Refrigerant filling capacity
3Applicable standards
4PAG oil part number
5Refrigerant type
Warning symbols 1advise you about:
RPossible dangers
RHaving service work carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop
Refrigerant filling capacity
Filling capacity forrefrigerant and PAG oil
Model Refrigerant
All models22.2 ± 0.4 oz
(630 ± 10 g)
Model PAG oil
All models2.8 ± 0.4 oz
(80 ± 10 g)
Vehicle data
Vehicle dimensions
The heights specified may vary as a result of the:
RTires
RLoad
RCondition of the suspension
ROptional equipment
Opening height
Model 1
Opening
height
2Head‐
room
All models 81.8 in
(2077 mm)
76.8 in
(1951 mm)
324 Technical data
Vehicle dimensions
All models
Vehicle length194.2 in
(4933 mm)
Vehicle width including out‐
side mirrors
81.3 in
(2065 mm)
Vehicle height 58.4 in
(1483 mm)
Wheelbase 115.7 in
(2939 mm)
Turning circle 39.0 ft
(11.90 m)
Weights and loads
Please note that forthe specified vehicle data:
Ritems of optional equipment increase the
curb weight and reduce the maximum pay‐
load.
Roof load
All models
Maximum roof load 220 lb (100 kg)
Technical data 325
Displaymessages
Introduction
Notes on display messages
Display messages appear in the multifunction
display.
Display messages with graphic symbols are sim‐
plified in the Operator's Manual and may differ
from the symbols in the multifunction display.
The multifunction display shows high-priority dis‐
play messages in red. Certain display messages
are accompanied by awarning tone.
Please respond in accordance with the display
messages and follow the additional notes in this
Operator's Manual.
You can hide low-priority display messages by
pressing the%button or the left-hand Touch
Control. The display messages are then stored in
the message memory. Rectify the cause of a dis‐
play message as quickly as possible.
High-priority display messages cannot be hid‐
den. The multifunction display shows these dis‐
play messages continuously until the cause for
the display message has been rectified.
Calling up stored display messages
On-board computer:
,Service .1 Message
If there are no display messages, No Messages
appears in the multifunction display.
#Scroll through the display messages by swip‐
ing upwards or downwards on Touch Control
on the left-hand side of thesteering wheel.
#To exit the message memory: press the
%button.
326 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps
Safety systems
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
!
÷
Currently Unavailable See
Operator's Manual
*ABS and ESP®are temporarily unavailable.
Other driving and driving safetysystems may also be malfunctioning.
&WARNING Risk of skidding if ABS and ESP®are malfunctioning
If ABS and ESP®are malfunctioning, the wheels could lock when braking and ESP®cannot carry out vehicle
stabilization.
The steering capability and braking characteristics are thus severely impaired.Thebraking distance in an emer‐
gency braking situation can increase. In addition, other driving safetysystems are switched off.
#Drive on carefully.
#Have ABS and ESP®checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
#Carefully drive on a suitable stretch of road, making slight steering movements at a speed above 19 mph
(30 km/h).
#If the display message does not disappear, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Drive carefully.
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 327
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
!
÷
Inoperative See Operator's
Manual
*ABS and ESP®are malfunctioning.
Other driving and driving safetysystems may also be malfunctioning.
&WARNING Risk of skidding if ABS and ESP®are malfunctioning
If ABS and ESP®are malfunctioning, the wheels could lock when braking and ESP®cannot carry out vehicle
stabilization.
The steering capability and braking characteristics are thus severely impaired.Thebraking distance in an emer‐
gency braking situation can increase. In addition, other driving safetysystems are switched off.
#Drive on carefully.
#Have ABS and ESP®checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
#Drive on carefully.
#Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
328 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
÷
Currently Unavailable See
Operator's Manual
*ESP®is temporarily unavailable.
Other driving and driving safetysystems may also be malfunctioning.
&WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP®is malfunctioning
If ESP®is malfunctioning, ESP®cannot carry out vehicle stabilization. In addition, other driving safetysystems
are switched off.
#Drive on carefully.
#Have ESP®checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
#Carefully drive on a suitable stretch of road, making slight steering movements at a speed above 19 mph
(30 km/h).
#If the display message does not disappear, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Drive carefully.
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 329
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
F
(USA only)
!
(Canada only)
Turn On the Ignition to
Release the Parking Brake
*The redF(USA only) or !(Canada only) indicator lamp is lit.
You have attemptedto release the electric parking brake with the ignition switched off.
#Switch the ignition on.
F
(USA only)
!
(Canada only)
Please Release Parking
Brake
*The redF(USA only) or !(Canada only) indicator lamp flashes.
The electric parking brake is applied while driving:
RA condition for automatic release of the electric parking brake is not fulfilled .
RYou are performing emergency braking using the electric parking brake .
#Check that the conditions for automatic release of the electric parking brake are fulfilled.
#Release the electric parking brake manually.
332 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
F
(USA only)
!
(Canada only)
Parking Brake See Opera-
tor's Manual
*The yellow !indicator lamp is lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
To apply:
#Switch off the ignition and turn it back on.
#Apply the electric parking brake manually .
If it is not possible to engage the electric parking brake:
#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#Where necessary, also safeguard the parkedvehicle against rolling away.
The yellow !and theredF(USA only) or !(Canada only) indicator lamps are lit. The electric parking
brake is malfunctioning.
To release:
#Switch off the ignition and turn it back on.
#Release the electric parking brake manually .
or
#Release the electric parking brake automatically .
If it is still not possible to release the electric parking brake:
#Do not continue driving under any circumstances. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
The yellow !indicator lamp is lit and theredF(USA only) or !(Canada only) indicator lamp is flashing.
The electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
The electric parking brake could not be applied or released.
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 333
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
#Switch off the ignition and turn it back on.
To apply:
#Release and then apply the electric parking brake manually .
To release:
#Apply and then release the electric parking brake manually.
If the electric parking brake cannot be applied or theredF(USA only) or !(Canada only) indicator lamp
continues to flash:
#Do not continue driving under any circumstances. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#Where necessary, also safeguard the parkedvehicle against rolling away.
The yellow indicator lamp !is on and theredFindicator lamp (USA only) or !(Canada only) indicator
lamp flashes for approximately ten seconds afterthe electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then
remains lit or goes out. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
If the battery charge level is too low:
#Charge the battery.
To apply:
#Switch the ignition off.
The electric parking brake is applied automatically.
334 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
If youdo not wish the electric parking brake to be applied, leave the ignition switched on, e.g. when washing the
vehicle in an automatic car wash or when having thevehicle towedaway. This is not necessary when towing the
vehicle away with therear axle raised.
If the electric parking brake is not applied automatically:
#Switch off the ignition and turn it back on.
#Release and then apply the electric parking brake manually .
If it is still not possible to apply the electric parking brake:
#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#Where necessary, also safeguard the parkedvehicle against rolling away.
To release:
#If the conditions for automatic release are fulfilled and the electric parking brake is not released automatically,
release the electric parking brake manually .
If it is still not possible to release the electric parking brake:
#Do not continue driving under any circumstances. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 335
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
$
(USA only)
J
(Canada only)
Check Brake Fluid Level
*There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
&WARNING Risk of an accident due to low brake fluid level
If the brake fluid level is too low, the braking effect and the braking characteristics may be impaired.
#Pull over and stop thevehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Do not add brake fluid.
#Pull over and stop thevehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not
continue driving under any circumstances.
#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Do not add brake fluid.
#
Check Brake Pad Wear
*The brake linings have reached their wear limit.
#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
336 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
Active Brake Assist Func-
tions Currently Limited See
Operator's Manual
*Vehicles with Driving Assistance Package: Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic function, Evasive Steering
Assist or PRE‑SAFE®PLUS are temporarily unavailable or only partially available.
Vehicles without the Driving Assistance package: Active Brake Assist is temporarily unavailable.
The ambient conditions are outside the system limitations .
#Drive on.
As soon as the ambient conditions are within the system limitations, the system will become available again.
#If the display message does not disappear, stop thevehicle while paying attention to road and traffic conditions
and restart the engine.
Active Brake Assist Func-
tions Limited See Opera-
tor's Manual
*Vehicles with Driving Assistance Package: Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic function, Evasive Steering
Assist or PRE‑SAFE®PLUS is malfunctioning.
Vehicles without the Driving Assistance Package: Active Brake Assist is malfunctioning.
#Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
PRE-SAFE Inoperative See
Operator's Manual
*PRE‑SAFE®functions are malfunctioning.
#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
PRE-SAFE Impulse Side
Inoperative See Operator's
Manual
*Side PRE-SAFE®Impulse is malfunctioning or inoperative after having already been triggered.
#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 337
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
Radar Sensors Dirty See
Operator's Manual
*The radar sensor system is malfunctioning. Possible causes are:
Rsoiling of the sensors
Rheavy rain
Rextended driving on inter-urban roads without moving traffic, e.g. in the desert
Driving systems and driving safetysystems may be malfunctioning or temporarily unavailable.
When the causes no longer apply, driving systems and driving safetysystems are available again.
If the display message does not disappear:
#Pull over and stop thevehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
#Clean all sensors .
#Restart the engine.
338 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
6
SRS Malfunction Service
Required
*The restraint system is malfunctioning (→page 27).
&WARNING Risk of injury or fatal injury due to a malfunction in therestraint system
If therestraint system is malfunctioning, restraint system components may be triggered unintentionally or
might not be triggered at all in theevent of an accident. This may affect the Emergency Tensioning Device or
airbag, forexample.
#Have therestraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
Recognizing a restraint system malfunction
RThe restraint system warning lamp 6does not light up when the ignition is switched on.
RThe restraint system warning lamp 6lights up continuously or repeatedly during a journey.
#Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 339
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
G
Inoperative
*One or more main features of the mbrace system are malfunctioning.
#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Front Passenger Airbag Dis-
abled See Operator's Man-
ual
*The front passenger airbag and the knee airbag are deactivated, eventhough an adult or a person with a build
corresponding to that of an adult is seated on the front passenger seat. If additional forces are applied to the seat,
the system may interpret the occupant's weight as lowerthan it actually is.
&WARNING Risk of injury or fatal injury due to a disabled front passenger airbag
If the front passenger airbag is disabled, the front passenger airbag will not be deployed in theevent of an acci‐
dent and cannot perform its intended protective function.
A person in the front passenger seat could then, forexample, come into contact with thevehicle's interior,
especially if the person is sitting too close to the cockpit.
#Make sure, both before and during the journey, that thestatus of the front passenger airbag is correct.
#Pull over and stop thevehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
#Check thestatus of the automatic front passenger airbag shutoff .
#If necessary, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 341
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
Front Passenger Airbag
Enabled See Operator's
Manual
*The front passenger airbag and knee airbags are enabled during the journey:
REven when a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system weight threshold is located on the
front passenger seat.
REven when the front passenger seat is not occupied.
The system may detect objects or forces applying additional weight on the seat.
&WARNING Risk of injury or fatal injury by using a child restraint system with the front passenger airbag
enabled
If you secure a child in a child restraint system on the front passenger seat and the front passenger airbag is
enabled, the front passenger airbag can deploy in theevent of an accident.
The child could be struck by the airbag.
#Make sure, both before and during the journey, that thestatus of the front passenger airbag is correct.
#Pull over and stop thevehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
#Check thestatus of the automatic front passenger airbag shutoff .
#If necessary, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
342Display messages and warning/indicator lamps
Drivingsystems
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
À
ATTENTION ASSIST: Take a
Break!
*ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or an increasing lack of concentration on the part of the driver
(→page 191).
#If necessary,take a break.
À
ATTENTION ASSIST Inoper-
ative
*ATTENTION ASSIST is malfunctioning.
#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
É
Vehicle Rising
*Your vehicle is adjusting to the levelyou have selected.
É
Vehicle Rising Please Wait
*The vehicle level is too low and thevehicle rises to the selected vehicle level.
#Wait until the display message disappears before pulling away.
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 343
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
É
Drive More Slowly
*You are driving toofast forthe selected vehicle level.
#In order to adjust thevehicle level, you must not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h).
#In order to adjust thevehicle level during trailer operation, you must not drive faster than 19 mph (30 km/h).
É
Compressor Is Cooling
*Due to frequent levelchanges within a short space of time, the compressor first needs to cool down in order to set
the selected vehicle level.
#Drive on in a manner appropriate forthe current level. Make sure that there is sufficient ground clearance.
When the compressor has cooled down, thevehicle continues rising to the selected vehicle level.
Active Lane Keeping Assist
Currently Unavailable See
Operator's Manual
*Active Lane keeping Assist is temporarily unavailable.
The ambient conditions are outside the system limits (→page 195).
Vehicles with Steering Pilot: The camera view may be restricted by the windshield.
#Drive on.
As soon as the ambient conditions are within the system limits, the system will become available again.
If the display message does not disappear on vehicles with Steering Pilot:
#Pull over and stop thevehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
#Clean the windshield.
Active Lane Keeping Assist
Inoperative
*Active Lane Keeping Assist is malfunctioning.
#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 345
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
h
Wheel Sensor(s) Missing
*There is no signal from the tire pressure sensor of one or several tires. The pressure of the affected tire is not
displayed.
#Have the defective tire pressure sensor replaced at a qualified specialist workshop.
Tire Pressure Monitor Inop-
erative No Wheel Sensors
*The wheels mounted do not have suitable tire pressure sensors. The tire pressure monitoring system is deactiva‐
ted.
#Mount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors.
Tire Press. Monitor Inopera-
tive
*The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning.
&WARNING There is a risk of an accident if the tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning
If the tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning, it is not able to issue a warning if there is pressure loss
in one or more of the tires.
Underinflated tires may, forexample, impair the driving, steering and braking characteristics.
#Have the tire pressure monitoring system checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Tires Overheated *At least one tire is overheated. The affected tires are displayed in red. At temperatures close to the limit value, the
tires are displayed in yellow.
#Drive more slowly.
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 357
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
Tires Overheated Decrease
Speed
*At least one tire is overheated.
&WARNING Risk of an accident from driving with overheated tires
Overheated tires may burst, particularly at high speeds.
#Reduce speed so that the tires cool down.
#Reduce speed so that the tires cool down.
SmartKey
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
Â
Obtain a New Key
*The SmartKey needs to be replaced.
#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Â
Replace Key Battery
*The SmartKey battery is discharged.
#Change the battery .
358 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps
Displaymessages Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
Â
Key Not Detected (white
display message)
*The SmartKey is currently undetected.
#Change the location of the SmartKey in thevehicle.
#If the SmartKey is still not detected, start the engine with the SmartKey in thestowage compartment .
Â
Place the Key in the
Marked Space See Opera-
tor's Manual
*The SmartKey detection function is malfunctioning.
#Change the location of the SmartKey in thevehicle.
#Start thevehicle with the SmartKey in thestowage compartment .
Â
Key Not Detected (red dis‐
play message)
*The SmartKey cannot be detected and may no longer be in thevehicle.
The SmartKey is no longer in thevehicle and youswitch off the engine:
RYou can no longerstart the engine.
RYou cannot centrally lock thevehicle.
#Ensure that the SmartKey is in thevehicle.
If the SmartKey detection function has a malfunction due to astrong radio signal source:
#Pull over and stop thevehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
#Place the SmartKey in thestowage compartment forstarting the engine with the SmartKey .
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 359
Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and MSolutions
8
Fuel reserve warning lamp
The yellow fuel reserve warning lamp is lit while the engine is running.
The fuel level has dropped into thereserve range.
#Refuel.
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 381
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