ESP MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class WAGON 2016 W213 Owner's Manual

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GWARNING
Warning notes make you aware of dangers
which could pose a threat to your health or
life, or to the health and life of others.
HEnvironmental note
Environmental notes provide you with infor-
mation on environmentally aware actions or
disposal.
!Notes on material damage alert you to
dangers that could lead to damage to your
vehicle.
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As at 27.06.2014

Coolant (engine)Checking the level ........................ .265
Display message ............................ 199
Filling capacity ............................... 343
Important safety notes .................. 342
Temperature (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 190
Temperature gauge ........................ 188
Warning lamp ................................. 209
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 34
Cornering light function
Display message ............................ 191
Function/notes .............................1 21
Crash-responsive emergency light-
ing ....................................................... 123
Cruise control
Activation conditions ..................... 156
Cruise control lever ....................... 156
Deactivating ................................... 156
Display message ............................ 191
Driving system ............................... 155
Function/notes .............................1 55
Important safety notes .................. 155
Selecting ........................................ 156
Setting a speed .............................. 156
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 156
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 251
Important safety notes .................. 251
Rear compartment ......................... 251
Customer Assistance Center
(CAC) ..................................................... 32
Customer Relations Department ....... 32
D
Dashboard
see Instrument cluster
Data
see Technical data
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 191
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 190
Switching on/off (switch) .............. 121 Declarations of conformity
................. 31
DEF
Adding ...........................................1 49
Filling capacity ............................... 341
Important safety notes .................. 341
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 190
Interior lighting .............................. 190
Diagnostics connection ......................31
Diesel .................................................. 33 9
Digital Operator's Manua l
Help ................................................ .25
Introduction .....................................2 5
Digital speedomete r........................ .190
DIRECT SELECT lever
Automatic transmission ................. 142
Display (cleaning instructions) ........268
Display messages
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 266
Calling up (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 191
Driving systems .............................1 91
Engine ............................................ 199
General notes ................................ 191
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 191
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 191
Lights ............................................. 191
Safety systems .............................. 192
SmartKey ....................................... 191
Tires ............................................... 200
Vehicle ...........................................2 01
Distance recorder .............................1 90
see Odometer
see Trip odometer
Distance warning (warning l
amp)
.... 210
Distance warning function
Function/notes ................................ 79
DISTRONIC PLUS
Activating ....................................... 158
Activation conditions ..................... 158
Deactivating ................................... 161
Display message ............................ 191
Displays in the multifunction dis-
play ................................................ 161
Function/notes ............................. 156
Important safety notes .................. 157
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Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 161
Stopping ........................................ 160
Doors
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 190
Automatic locking (switch) ............... 95
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 90
Control panel ................................... 45
Display message ............................ 191
Emergency locking ........................... 96
Emergency unlocking ....................... 96
Important safety notes .................... 95
Opening (from inside) ...................... 95
Drinking and driving ......................... 153
Drive program
Automatic ...................................... 144
Display ........................................... 142
Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 143
Manual ........................................... 144
Manual (AMG vehicles) .................. 144
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 190
Drive program selector ..................... 144
Driver's door
see Doors
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 266
Driving on flooded roads .................. 155
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 75
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 84
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 80
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 76
BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic
Assist ............................................... 76
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS ................................................ 78
Distance warning function ............... 79
EBD (electronic brake force distri-
bution) ............................................. 84
ESP
®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 80
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ........................................... 81
Important safety information ........... 75
Overview .......................................... 75 PRE-SAFE
®Brake ............................. 84
STEER CONTROL ............................. 86
Driving systems
360°camera .................................. 173
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 180
Active Driving Assistance pack-
age ................................................. 180
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 183
Active Parking Assist ..................... 170
AIRMATIC ...................................... 166
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 167
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 175
Blind Sp
ot Assist ............................ 178
Cruise control ................................ 155
Display message ............................ 191
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 156
DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering
Assist and Stop&Go Pilot ............... 163
HOLD function ............................... 165
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 179
Lane Tracking package .................. 177
PARKTRONIC ................................. 168
RACE START (AMG vehicles) .......... 166
Rear view camera .......................... 171
Traffic Sign Assist .......................... 176
Driving tips
AMG ceramic brakes ..................... 154
Automatic transmission ................. 144
Brakes ........................................... 154
Break-in period .............................. 136
Downhill gradient ........................... 154
Drinking and driving ....................... 153
Driving in winter ............................. 155
Driving on flooded roads ................ 155
Driving on wet roads ...................... 155
Exhaust check ............................... 154
Fuel ................................................ 153
General .......................................... 153
Hydroplaning ................................. 155
Icy road surfaces ........................... 155
Limited braking efficiency on sal-
ted roads ....................................... 154
Snow chains .................................. 291
Wet road surface ........................... 154
DVD video
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 190
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see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 214
E
E10see Fuel
EASY-ENTRY feature
Activating/deactivating ................. 190
Function/notes ............................. 117
EASY-EXIT feature
Function/notes ............................. 117
Switching on/off ........................... 190
EASY-PACK cargo compartment
management system ........................ 246
EASY-PACK folding floor
Important safety notes .................. 248
EASY-PACK folding luggage-com-
partment floor
Opening and closing ......................2 49
EASY-PACK load-securing kit
Components and storage .............. 246
Inserting the brackets into the
loading rail ..................................... 247
EASY-PACK rear sill protector .......... 249
EASY-PACK trunk box ....................... 245
EBD (electronic brake force distri-
bution)
Display message ............................ 194
Function/notes ................................ 84
ECO display
Function/notes ............................. 154
ECO start/stop function
Automatic engine start .................. 141
Automatic engine switch-off .......... 141
Deactivating/activating ................. 141
General information ....................... 141
Important safety notes .................. 141
Introduction ................................... 141
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP
®(Electronic Stability Program)
Emergency
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 67
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 96
Fuel filler flap ................................. 147
Trunk ............................................. 103 Vehicle ............................................. 96
Emergency spare wheel
General notes ................................ 329
Important safety notes .................. 329
Removing ....................................... 329
Storage location ............................ 329
Stowing .......................................... 330
Technical data ............................... 332
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Activation ......................................... 63
Emergency unlocking
Tailgate .......................................... 103
Emissi ons c
ontrol
Service and warranty information .... 28
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 202
Display message ............................ 199
ECO start/stop function ................ 141
Engine number ............................... 337
Irregular running ............................ 142
Jump-starting ................................. 279
Starting problems .......................... 142
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 140
Starting with KEYLESS-GO ............. 140
Switching off .................................. 152
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 284
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ................... 142
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 264
Checking the oil level ..................... 263
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 264
Display message ............................ 191
Filling capacity ............................... 342
Notes about oil grades ................... 341
Notes on oil level/consumption .... 263
Temperature (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 190
Entering an address
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 214
ESP
®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram)
Activating/deactivating (except
AMG vehicles) .................................. 81
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Low-beam headlampsDisplay message ............................ 191
Switching on/off .......................... .121
Luggage holder (EASY-PACK load-
securing kit) ....................................... 247
Lumbar support
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 116
M
M+S tires ............................................ 290
Malfunction message
see Display messages
Matte finish (cleaning instruc-
tions) ..................................................2 68
mbrace
Call priority ....................................2 56
Display message ............................ 191
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 252
Downloading routes ....................... 252
Emergency call .............................. 253
General notes ................................ 252
Geo fencing ................................... 252
Locating a stolen vehicle ...............2 52
MB info call button ........................ 255
Remote vehicle locking .................. 252
Roadside Assistance button .......... 254
Search & Send ............................... 252
Self-test ......................................... 252
Speed alert ....................................2 52
System .......................................... 252
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 252
Vehicle remote malfunction diag-
nosis .............................................. 252
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 252
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 92
Inserting .......................................... 92
Locking vehicle ................................ 96
Removing ......................................... 92
Unlocking the driver's door .............. 96
Media Interface
see Separate operating instructions
Memory card (audio) ......................... 190
Memory function ............................... 117 Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive
360°camera .................................. 173
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .......... 75
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 180
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 183
Active Parking Assist ..................... 170
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 175
BAS (Brake Assist) ........................... 76
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist PLUS)
with Cross-Traffic Assist .................. 76
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 178
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS ................................................ 78
Cruise control ................................ 155
DISTRONI C PLUS ........................... 156
DISTR

ONIC PLUS with Steering
Assist and Stop&Go Pilot ...............1 63
ESP
®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 80
General notes ................................ 155
Lane Keeping Assist ......................1 79
PARKTRONIC ................................. 168
PRE-SAFE
®(anticipatory occu-
pant protection) ............................... 66
PRE-SAFE
®Brake .............................8 4
PRE-SAFE®PLUS (anticipatory
occupant protection PLUS) .............. 67
Rear view camera .......................... 171
Traffic Sign Assist .......................... 176
Message memory (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 191
Messages
see Display messages
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)
Mobile phone
Authorizing .................................... 229
Connecting (Bluetooth
®inter-
face) ..............................................2 27
Connecting another mobile
phone ............................................ 231
De-authorizing ............................... 231
Enabling for Internet access .......... 233
Frequencies ................................... 334
Installation ..................................... 334
14Index

Towing a trailerCleaning the trailer tow hitch ......... 268
ESP
®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ...............................................8 4
Towing away
Important safety guidelines ........... 281
Installing the towing eye ................ 282
Removing the towing eye ............... 283
With both axles on the ground ....... 283
With the rear axle raised ................ 283
Towing eye ......................................... 270
Traffic reports
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 214
Traffic Sign Assist
Activating/deactivating the warn-
ing function .................................... 190
Function/notes ............................. 176
Important safety notes .................. 177
Instrument cluster display ............. 177
Transfer case ..................................... 145
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission position display ......... 143
Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ...................... 143
Transporting the vehicle .................. 283
Trim pieces (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 268
Trip computer (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 190
Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 190
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 190
Trunk
Emergency release ........................ 103
Important safety notes .................... 96
Locking separately ......................... 102
Opening/closing (automatically
from inside) ................................... 101
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside) ................................... 98
Opening/closing (from outside,
HANDS-FREE ACCESS) .................... 99
Opening/closing (manually from
outside) ............................................ 97 Trunk lid
Display message ............................ 191
Opening dimensions ...................... 344
Trunk load (maximum) ...................... 344
Turn signals
Changing bulbs (front) ................... 125
Display mes sage ............................ 191
Sw

itching on/off ........................... 121
Two-way radio
Frequencies ................................... 334
Installation ..................................... 334
Transmission output (maximum) .... 334
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
UnlockingEmergency unlocking ....................... 96
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 95
V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........ 252
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 32
Data acquisition ............................... 33
Display message ............................ 201
Equipment ....................................... 28
Individual settings .......................... 190
Limited Warranty ............................. 32
Loading .......................................... 298
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 96
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 90
Lowering ........................................ 313
Maintenance .................................... 29
Parking for a long period ................ 153
Pulling away ................................... 140
Raising ........................................... 310
Reporting problems ......................... 32
Securing from rolling away ............ 310
Towing away .................................. 281
Transporting .................................. 283
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 96
Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 90
Vehicle data ................................... 344
Vehicle data ....................................... 344
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Vehicle dimensions........................... 344
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 96
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 336
Vehicle level
AIRMATIC ...................................... 166
Vehicle maintenance
see ASSYST PLUS
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 270
Video
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 214
Video (DVD) ........................................ 190
VIN
Seat ............................................... 336
Type plate ...................................... 336
Voice Control System
see Separate operating instructions
W
Warning and indicator lampsABS ................................................ 205
Brakes ........................................... 204
Check Engine ................................. 202
Coolant .......................................... 209
Distance warning ........................... 210
ESP
®.............................................. 206
ESP®OFF ....................................... 207
Fuel tank ........................................ 202
General notes ................................ 202
Overview .......................................... 38
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF ............... 49
Reserve fuel ................................... 202
Restraint system ............................ 208
Seat belt ........................................ 202
SPORT handling mode ................... 207
Tire pressure monitor .................... 211
Warranty .............................................. 28
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 191
Wheel and tire combination
see Tires
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 313
Wheel chock ...................................... 310
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 309 Checking ........................................ 289
Cleaning ......................................... 268
Emergency spare wheel ................. 329
General notes ................................ 314
Important safety notes .................. 288
Information on driving .................... 288
Interchanging/changing ................ 309
Mounting a new wheel ................... 313
Mounting a wheel .......................... 309
Removing a wheel .......................... 312
Storing ........................................... 309
Tightening torque ........................... 313
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 314
Window curtain air bag
Operation ......................................... 57
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 133
Windshield washer fluid
see Windshield washer system
Windshield washer system
Adding washer fluid ....................... 266
Important safety notes .................. 343
Windshield wipers
Problem (malfunction) ................... 127
Rear window wiper ........................ 125
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 125
Switching on/off ........................... 125
Winter driving
Important safety notes .................. 290
Slippery road surfaces ................... 155
Snow chains .................................. 291
Winter operation
Radiator cove r ............................... 263
Wi

nter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 290
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 268
Important safety notes .................. 125
Replacing (rear window) ................ 126
Replacing (windshield) ................... 126
Wooden trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 268
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
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Protection of the environment
General notes
HEnvironmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of compre-
hensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
that takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an environmen-
tally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected by these factors:
Roperating conditions of your vehicle
Ryour personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
Ravoid short trips as these increase fuel con-
sumption.
Ralways make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
Rdo not carry any unnecessary weight.
Rremove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
Ra regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
Ralways have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
Rdo not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
Rdo not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
Rdrive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
Ravoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking.
Rchange gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ôof its maximum engine speed.
Rswitch off the engine in stationary traffic.
Rkeep an eye on the vehicle's fuel consump-
tion.
Environmental concerns and recom-
mendations
Wherever the operating instructions require
you to dispose of materials, first try to regen-
erate or re-use them. Observe the relevant
environmental rules and regulations when
disposing of materials. In this way you will
help to protect the environment.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
HEnvironmental note
Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. They are covered by the
same Limited Warranty entitlements as new
parts.
!Air bags and Emergency Tensioning Devi-
ces, as well as control units and sensors for these restraint systems, may be installed in
the following 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. You could impair the
operating efficiency of the restraint sys-
tems.
Have aftermarket accessories installed at a qualified specialist workshop.
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an accident, no longer withstand the strain
they are designed to.
If the underbody paneling is damaged,
combustible materials such as leaves,
grass or twigs can gather between the
underbody and the underbody paneling. If
these materials come in contact with hot
parts of the exhaust system, they can catch
fire.
In such situations, have the vehicle
checked and repaired immediately at a
qualified specialist workshop. If on con-
tinuing your journey you notice that driving
safety is impaired, pull over and stop the
vehicle immediately, paying attention to
road and traffic conditions. In such cases,
consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Declarations of conformity
Vehicle components which receive
and/or transmit radio waves
USA: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Oper-
ation is subject to the following two condi-
tions: 1) These devices may not cause harm-
ful interference, and 2) These devices must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired oper-
ation. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment."
Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Industry Canada license-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) These devices
may not cause interference, and (2) These
devices must accept any interference, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device."
Diagnostics connection
The diagnostics connection is only intended
for the connection of diagnostic equipment at
a qualified specialist workshop.
GWARNING
If you connect equipment to the diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, itmay affect the
operation of the vehicle systems. As a result,
the operating safety of the vehicle could be
affected. There isa risk of an accident.
Do not connect any equipment to a diagnos-
tics connection inthe vehicle.
GWARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.
The operating and road safety of the vehicle is
je opardized. There is a risk of an accident.
Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are
stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter
the driver's footwell. Install the floormats
securely and as specified in order to ensure
sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use
loose floormats and do not place floormats on
top of one another.
!If the engine is switched off and equip-
ment on the diagnostics connection is
used, the starter battery may discharge.
Connecting equipment to the diagnostics
connection can lead to emissions monitoring
information being reset, for example. This
may lead to the vehicle failing to meet the
requirements of the next emissions test dur-
ing the main inspection.
Qualified specialist workshop
An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a
qualified specialist workshop. It has the nec-
essary specialist knowledge, tools and quali-
fications to correctly carry out the work
required on your vehicle. This is especially the
case for work relevant to safety.
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("MBUSA") expressly disclaims any and all lia-
bility arising from the extraction of this infor-
mation by unauthorized Mercedes-Benz per-
sonnel.
MBUSA will not share EDR data with others
without the consent of the vehicle owners or,
if the vehicle is leased, without the consent of
the lessee. Exceptions to this representation
include responses to subpoenas by law
enforcement; by federal, state or local gov-
ernment; 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,
altering, modifying or removing the EDR com-
ponent may result in a malfunction of the
Restraint System Module and other systems.
State laws or regulations regarding EDRs that conflict with federal regulation are pre-emp-
ted. This means that in the event of such con-
flict, the federal regulation governs. As of
February 2013, 13 states have enacted laws
relating to EDRs.
Information on copyright
General information
Information on license for free and open-
source software used in your vehicle and its
electronic components is available on the fol-
lowing website:
http://www.mercedes-benz.com/
opensource
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