audio MERCEDES-BENZ B-CLASS 2012 Owners Manual

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12 V socket see Sockets A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Display message ............................ 201
Function/notes ................................
59
Important safety notes .................... 59
Warning lamp ................................. 225
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 123
Active Parking Assist Canceling ....................................... 176
Detecting parking spaces .............. 173
Display message ............................ 216
Exiting a parking space .................. 175
Function/notes ............................. 173
Important safety notes .................. 172
Parking .......................................... 174
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 64
Adaptive Brake Assist Function/notes ................................ 61
Adaptive brake lamps .........................62
Adaptive Highbeam Assist Display message ............................ 212
Function/notes ............................. 102
Switching on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 197
Additional speedometer ................... 196
Additives (engine oil) ........................332
Air bags Deployment ..................................... 39
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 42
Important safety notes .................... 41
Knee bag .......................................... 44
Safety guidelines ............................. 40
Side impact air bag .......................... 44
Window curtain air bag ....................45
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Air vents
Important safety notes .................. 130
Rear ............................................... 131
Setting ........................................... 130Setting the center air vents
...........130
Setting the side air vents ............... 130
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)


Ambient lighting
Setting the brightness (on-board
computer) ...................................... 197
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-theft alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ashtray ............................................... 249
Assistance menu (on-board
computer) .......................................... 194
ASSYST PLUS Displaying a service message ........ 270
Hiding a service message .............. 270
Notes ............................................. 270
Resetting the service interval
display ........................................... 270
Service message ............................ 270
Special service requirements ......... 271
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 65
Function ........................................... 65
Switching off the alarm .................... 65
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating ................. 195
Display message ............................ 215
Function/notes ............................. 180
Audio menu (on-board computer) .... 192
Audio system see separate operating instructions
Authorized Centers
see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized workshops
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 211
see Lights
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) .................................... 137
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) .......................... 137
Automatic headlamp mode ................994
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Distance recorder
............................. 189
see Odometer

see Trip odometer
Distance warning function
Activating/deactivating ................. 195
Function/notes ................................ 60
Warning lamp ................................. 233
DISTRONIC PLUS
Activation conditions .....................161
Cruise control lever .......................161
Deactivating ................................... 165
Display message ............................ 217
Displays in the multifunction
display ........................................... 163
Driving tips .................................... 166
Function/notes ............................. 160
Important safety notes .................. 159
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 165
Warning lamp ................................. 233
Doors
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 198
Automatic locking (switch) ............... 74
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 68
Control panel ................................... 35
Display message ............................ 222
Emergency locking ........................... 75
Emergency unlocking .......................75
Important safety notes .................... 73
Opening (from inside) ......................73
Drinking and driving .........................152
Drive program Automatic ...................................... 144
Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 141
Manual ........................................... 144
Driver's door
see Doors
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service .................271
Symmetrical low beam .................... 98
Driving on flooded roads ..................156
Driving safety systems ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 59
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 64
Adaptive Brake Assist ......................61
Adaptive brake lamps ...................... 62BAS (Brake Assist System)
..............59
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST ....60
Distance warning function
............... 60
Electronic brake force distribution ... 64
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) .................................... 62, 63
ETS (Electronic Traction System) ..... 62
Important safety information ........... 59
Overview .......................................... 58
STEER CONTROL ............................. 64
Driving systems
Active Parking Assist .....................172
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 180
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 181
Cruise control ................................ 157
Display message ............................ 215
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 159
HOLD function ............................... 167
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 183
Lane Tracking package .................. 181
PARKTRONIC ................................. 169
Rear view camera .......................... 176
Driving tips
Automatic transmission ................. 143
Brakes ........................................... 154
Break-in period .............................. 134
Checking brake lining thickness ....155
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 166
Downhill gradient ........................... 154
Drinking and driving .......................152
Driving abroad ................................. 98
Driving in winter ............................. 157
Driving on flooded roads ................156
Driving on wet roads ...................... 156
Exhaust check ............................... 152
Fuel ................................................ 152
General .......................................... 152
Hydroplaning ................................. 156
Icy road surfaces ........................... 157
Limited braking efficiency on
salted roads ................................... 154
Snow chains .................................. 301
Symmetrical low beam .................... 98
Wet road surface ........................... 154
DVD audio (on-board computer) ...... 192
DVD video (on-board computer) ......1938
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Switching the surround lighting
on/off (on-board computer)
..........198
Turn signals ................................... 100
see Changing bulbs

see Interior lighting
Light sensor (display message) .......211
Loading guidelines ............................236
Locking see Central locking
Locking (doors)
Automatic ........................................ 74
Emergency locking ........................... 75
From inside (central locking
button) ............................................. 74
Locking centrally
see Central locking
Locking verification signal (on-
board computer) ............................... 199
Low-beam headlamps Changing bulbs .............................. 107
Display message ............................ 209
Setting for driving abroad
(symmetrical) ................................... 98
Switching on/off .............................. 99
Lumbar support
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar
support ............................................ 90M
M+S tires ............................................ 300
Maintenance see ASSYST PLUS


Malfunction message
see Display messages
Matte finish (cleaning instructions) 273
mbrace Call priority .................................... 255
Display message ............................ 207
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 256
Downloading routes .......................259
Emergency call .............................. 253
Geo fencing ................................... 259
Important safety notes .................. 251
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 258
MB info call button ........................ 255
Remote vehicle locking .................. 257Roadside Assistance button ..........
254
Search & Send ............................... 256
Self-test ......................................... 252
Speed alert .................................... 259
System

.......................................... 252
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 260
Vehicle remote malfunction
diagnosis ....................................... 258
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 257
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 69
Locking vehicle ................................ 75
Unlocking the driver's door ..............75
Memory card (audio) ......................... 192
Memory function ................................. 95
Message memory (on-board
computer) .......................................... 200
Messages see Display messages
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 193
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey) ........................................... 69
MOExtended tires .............................. 281
Mounting wheels Lowering the vehicle ......................322
Mounting a new wheel ................... 322
Preparing the vehicle .....................319
Raising the vehicle ......................... 320
Removing a wheel ..........................322
Securing the vehicle against
rolling away ................................... 320
MP3
Operation ....................................... 192
see separate operating instructions
Multifunction display
Function/notes ............................. 188
Permanent display ......................... 197
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board computer . 187
Overview .......................................... 3112
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Navigation Menu (on-board computer) ............ 191
see separate operating instructions

Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle 134O
Occupant safety Children in the vehicle .....................50
Important safety notes .................... 38
Oil
see Engine oil


On-board computer
Assistance menu ........................... 194
Audio menu ................................... 192
Convenience submenu .................. 199
Displaying a service message ........ 270
Display messages ..........................200
Factory settings submenu ............. 199
Important safety notes .................. 186
Instrument cluster submenu ..........196
Lighting submenu .......................... 197
Menu overview .............................. 189
Message memory .......................... 200
Navigation menu ............................ 191
Operation ....................................... 187
Service menu ................................. 196
Settings menu ............................... 196
Standard display ............................ 189
Telephone menu ............................ 193
Trip menu ...................................... 189
Vehicle submenu ........................... 198
Video DVD operation ..................... 193
Opening and closing the side trim
panels ................................................. 109
Operating system see On-board computer
Outside temperature display ...........187
Overhead control panel ......................34
Override feature Rear side windows ........................... 58P
Paint code number ............................ 328
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ...273
Panic alarm .......................................... 38Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel
Opening/closing the roller
sunblind ........................................... 82
Problem (malfunction) .....................82
Resetting ......................................... 82
Panorama sliding sunroof
Important safety notes .................... 80
Parcel net

........................................... 239
Parking ............................................... 149
Important safety notes .................. 149
Parking brake ................................ 150
Position of exterior mirror, front-
passenger side ................................. 94
Rear view camera .......................... 176
see Active Parking Assist
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
Active Parking Assist .....................172
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake
Display message ............................ 203
Electric parking brake ....................150
Warning lamp ................................. 230
Parking lamps
Switching on/off ........................... 100
Parking lamps (changing bulbs) ......108
PARKTRONIC Deactivating/activating ................. 171
Driving system ............................... 169
Function/notes ............................. 169
Important safety notes .................. 169
Problem (malfunction) ...................172
Range of the sensors ..................... 169
Warning display ............................. 170
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator
lamp ...................................................... 53
Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 276
Power washers .................................. 272
Power windows see Side windows
Program selector button .................. 143
Protection of the environment General notes .................................. 20
Pulling away
Automatic transmission ................. 136 Index
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Protection of the environment
General notes
H
Environmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of
comprehensive 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
environmentally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and
tire wear are affected
by these factors:
R operating conditions of your vehicle
R your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
R avoid short trips as these increase fuel
consumption.
R always make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
R do not carry any unnecessary weight.
R remove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
R a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
R always have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
R do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
R do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
R drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
R avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking. R
change gear in
good time and use each gear
only up to Ô of its maximum engine speed.
R switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
R keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel
consumption. Environmental concerns and
recommendations
Wherever the operating instructions require
you to dispose of materials, first try to
regenerate 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
H
Environmental 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
Devices, as well as control units and
sensors for these restraint systems, may be
installed in the following areas of your
vehicle:
R doors
R door pillars
R door sills
R seats
R cockpit
R instrument cluster
R center 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
systems. 20
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Multifunction steering wheel
Function Page
:
Multifunction display 188
;
Audio/COMAND display;
see the separate operating
instructions
=
?
Switches on the Voice
Control System; see the
separate operating
instructions
?
~
Rejects or ends a call 193
Exits phone book/redial
memory
6
Makes or accepts a call
Switches to the redial
memory
WX
Adjusts the volume
8
Mute Function Page
A
=;
Selects a menu 187
9:
Selects a submenu or
scrolls through lists
187
a
Confirms your selection 187
Hides display messages 200
B
%
Back 187
Switches off the Voice
Control System; see the
separate operating
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Center console
Center console, upper section
Function Page
:
Audio system/COMAND;
see the separate operating
instructions
;
c Seat heating
91
=
c PARKTRONIC
169
?
¤ ECO start/stop
function
136 Function Page
A
£ Hazard warning
lamps
101
B
4 PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF indicator lamp
53
C
Ú Selects the drive
program
14332
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Center console, lower section
Function Page
D
Ashtray 249
Cigarette lighter 250
Socket 250
Stowage compartment 237
E
Stowage compartment
237 Function Page
F
Cup holder 247
G
Stowage compartment 237
H
Audio/COMAND
controller; see
the
separate
operating instructions Center console
33
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General notes
Rear view camera
: is in the trunk lid handle.
The rear view camera extends, when it is
activated.
The rear view camera is an optical parking and
maneuvering aid. It uses guide lines to show
the area behind your vehicle in the Audio/
COMAND display.
The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a
mirror image, as in the rear view mirror.
i The text of messages shown in the
COMAND display depends on the language
setting. The following are examples of rear
view camera messages in the COMAND
display.
Activating/deactivating the rear view
camera X
To activate: make sure
that the SmartKey
is in position 2 in the ignition lock.
X Make sure that in the audio system/
COMAND, the "Activation by R gear"
function is selected; see the separate
operating instructions for the audio
system/COMAND.
X Engage reverse gear.
Guide lines are used to show the area
behind the vehicle in the Audio/COMAND
display. To deactivate:
the rear view camera is
deactivated if you:
R select transmission position P (vehicles
with automatic transmission)
R drive forward ten meters
R shift the transmission from R to another
position (after 15 seconds)
R drive forwards at a speed of over 5 mph
(10km/h)
Displays in

the Audio/COMAND display The rear view camera may show a distorted
view of obstacles, show them incorrectly or
not at
all.

The rear view camera does not show
objects in the following positions:
R very close to the rear bumper
R under the rear bumper
R in the area immediately above the tailgate
handle
! Objects not at ground level may appear to
be further away than they actually are, e.g.:
R the bumper of a parked vehicle
R the drawbar of a trailer
R the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch
R the rear section of an HGV
R a slanted post
Use the guidelines only for orientation.
Approach objects no further than the
bottom-most guideline. Driving systems
177
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Lanes
:
White guide line without turning the
steering wheel, vehicle width including
the exterior mirrors (static)
; Yellow lane marking tires at current
steering wheel angle,
vehicle width to the
outer side of the wheels (dynamic)
= Red guide line for the vehicle width
including the exterior mirrors, for current
steering wheel angle (dynamic)
? Bumper Guide lines
?
Bumper
A Red guide line at a distance of
approximately 10 in (0.25 m
) from the
rear of the vehicle
B Yellow guide line at a distance of
approximately

13 ft (
4.0 m) from the rear
of the vehicle
C Vehicle center axle (marker assistance)
D Yellow guide line at a distance of
approximately 3 ft (1.0 m ) from the rear
of the vehicle The lanes and guide lines are only displayed
if you have engaged reverse gear.
The distance specifications only apply to
objects that are at ground level.
Additional displays on vehicles with PARKTRONIC
and COMAND
:
Front warning display
; Additional PARKTRONIC measurement
operational readiness indicator
= Rear warning display
Vehicles with PARKTRONIC and
COMAND: if PARKTRONIC is operational
(Y page 169), an additional operational
readiness indicator will appear in COMAND
display ;.If the PARKTRONIC warning
displays are active or light up, warning
displays : and
=


are also active or light up
correspondingly in the COMAND display.
Reverse parking function X
Make sure that the rear view camera is
activated and the "Reverse parking"
function is selected; see the separate
operating instructions for the audio
system/COMAND.
The lane and the guide lines are shown.178
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