MERCEDES-BENZ B-Class 2017 W246 Owner's Manual

Drive system
Warning/
indicator
lamp
0051 0051
Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and 0050
0050Solutions 00D9
0051
The yellow battery charge warning lamp is on.
The condition of charge of the high-voltage battery has dropped into the reserve
range.
X Charge the high-voltage battery. Driving systems
Warning/
indicator
lamp 0051 0051
Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and 0050
0050Solutions 00BA
0051
The red distance warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion. A warning
tone also sounds.
You are approaching a vehicle or a stationary obstacle in your line of travel at too high a speed.
X Be prepared to brake immediately.
X Pay careful attention to the traffic situation. You may have to brake or take
evasive action.
Further information on the distance warning function of Active Brake Assist
(Y page 60). Wa
rning and indi cator lamps in the instrument cluster
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Tires
Warning/
indicator
lamp
0051 0051
Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and 0050
0050Solutions 0077
0051
The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit.
The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires.
G WARNING
Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: R they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase
R they may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may greatly impair tire trac-
tion.
R the driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, may be greatly
impaired
There is a risk of an accident.
X Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking maneuvers. Pay
attention to the traffic conditions as you do so.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 128).
X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
X Check the tires and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a flat tire
(Y page 241).
X Check the tire pressure (Y page 263).
X If necessary, correct the tire pressure. 0077
0051
The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction)
flashes for approximately one minute and then remains lit.
The tire pressure monitor is faulty.
G WARNING
The system is possibly unable to recognize or register low tire pressure.
There is a risk of an accident.
X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. 200
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument clusterOn-board computer and displays

General notes
The multimedia system section in this Opera-
tor's Manual describes the basic principles for
operation. More information can be found in the Digital Operator's Manual. Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If you operate information systems and com-
munication equipment integrated in the vehi- cle while driving, you will be distracted from
traffic conditions. You could also lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Only operate the equipment when the traffic
situation permits. If you are not sure that this
is possible, park the vehicle paying attention
to traffic conditions and operate the equip-
ment when the vehicle is stationary.
You must observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving whenoperating the multimedia system.
The multimedia system calculates the route to
the destination without taking the following into
account, for example:
R traffic lights
R stop and yield signs
R parking or stopping restrictions
R road narrowing
R other road and traffic rules and regulations
The multimedia system may give incorrect nav-
igation recommendations if the actual street/
traffic situation does not correspond with the
digital map's data.
For example:
R a diverted route
R the road layout or the direction of a one-way
street has been changed
For this reason, you must always observe road
and traffic rules and regulations during your
journey. Road and traffic rules and regulations
always have priority over multimedia system
driving recommendations.
Navigation announcements are intended to
direct you while driving without diverting your
attention from the road and driving. Please always use this feature instead of con-
sulting the map display for directions. Looking
at the icons or map display can distract you from traffic conditions and driving, and increase the
risk of an accident.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equip-
ment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF)
Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65.
This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that is deemed to comply without maximum
permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). How-
ever, it is recommended to install it at a distance
of at least 8 inches (approx. 20 cm) between the
radiation source and a person's body (not
including limbs such as hands, wrists, feet and
legs). G
WARNING
Modifications to electronic components, their software as well as wiring can impair their
function and/or the function of other net-
worked components. In particular, systems
relevant to safety could also be affected. As a
result, these may no longer function as inten-
ded and/or jeopardize the operating safety of
the vehicle. There is an increased risk of an
accident and injury.
Never tamper with the wiring as well as elec-
tronic components or their software. You
should have all work to electrical and elec-
tronic equipment carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop.
If you make any changes to the vehicle elec-
tronics, the general operating permit is ren-
dered invalid. Function restrictions
For safety reasons, some functions are restric-
ted or unavailable while the vehicle is in motion. You will notice this, for example, because either
you will not be able to select certain menu items or a message will appear to this effect. Function restrictions
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Operating system
Overview
General notes !
Do not use the space in front of the display
for storage. Objects placed here could dam-
age the display or impair its function. Avoid
any direct contact with the display surface.
Pressure on the display surface may result in
impairments to the display, which could be
irreversible.
Wearing polarized sunglasses may impair your
ability to read the display.
The display has an automatic temperature-con- trolled switch-off feature. The brightness is
automatically reduced if the temperature is too
high. The display may temporarily switch off
completely.
Cleaning instructions !
Do not touch the display. The display has a
very sensitive high-gloss surface; there is a
risk of scratching. If you have to clean the
screen, however, use a mild cleaning agent
and a soft, lint-free cloth.
The display must be switched off and have
cooled down before you start cleaning. Do not
apply pressure to the display surface when
cleaning it, as this could cause irreversible dam-
age to the display.
Switching the multimedia system
on/off X
Press the 0043control knob.
Adjusting the volume X
Turn the 0043control knob.
The volume is adjusted:
R for the currently selected media source
R during traffic or navigation announcements
R in hands-free mode during a phone call
Switching the sound on or off X
Press the 0063button on the control panel.
If the audio output is switched off, the status
line will show the 0063symbol. If you switch the media source or set the volume, the sound
is automatically switched on.
i Navigation announcements will be heard
even if the sound is muted.
Functions The multimedia system has the following func-
tions:
R Radio mode
R Media mode with media search
R Sound systems
R Navigation system
COMAND: navigation via the hard drive
Audio 20: navigation via SD card
R Communication functions
R SIRIUS Weather (COMAND)
R Vehicle functions with system settings
R Favorites functions
Controller The controller in the center console lets you:
R select menu items on the display
R enter characters
R select a destination on the map
R save entries
The controller can be:
R turned 3
R slid left or right 1
R slid forwards or back 4
R slid diagonally 2
R pressed briefly or pressed and held 7
Back button You can use the
0038button to exit a menu or to
call up the basic display of the current operating mode.
X To exit the menu: briefly press the0038
button.
The multimedia system changes to the next
higher menu level in the current operating
mode.
X To call up the basic display: press the0038
button for longer than two seconds.
The multimedia system changes to the basic
display of the current operating mode. 202
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Favorites
Calling up and exiting favorites X
To call up: press the007Dbutton on the con-
troller.
X Select a favorite, e.g. Vehicle
Vehicle.
The favorites are displayed.
X To exit: press the 007Dbutton again.
Adding favorites Adding a predefined favorite
0043
Adds a new favorite
0044 Renames a selected favorite
0087 Moves a selected favorite
0085 Deletes a selected favorite
X Press the 007Dbutton.
X Slide 6the controller.
The menu bar is shown.
X Select Reassign
Reassign.
The categories are displayed.
X Select a category.
The favorites are displayed.
X Select a favorite.
X Add a favorite at the desired position.
If a favorite has already been added at this
position, it will be overwritten.
Adding your own favorite
X Select Vehicle
Vehicle007BClimate Control Climate Control.
X Press and hold the 007Dbutton until the
favorites are displayed.
X Add a favorite at the desired position.
If a favorite has already been added at this
position, it will be overwritten. Navigation mode
Important safety notes G
WARNING
If you operate information systems and com-
munication equipment integrated in the vehi- cle while driving, you will be distracted from
traffic conditions. You could also lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Only operate the equipment when the traffic
situation permits. If you are not sure that this
is possible, park the vehicle paying attention
to traffic conditions and operate the equip-
ment when the vehicle is stationary.
You must observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving whenoperating the navigation system.
General notes Among other things, correct functioning of the
navigation system depends on GPS reception. In
certain situations, GPS reception may be
impaired, there may be interference or there
may be no reception at all, e.g. in tunnels or
parking garages.
Audio 20 is equipped with Garmin ®
MAP PILOT
(see the manufacturer's operating instructions).
The Garmin ®
MAP PILOT operating instructions
are stored on the SD card as a PDF file. The SD
card box contains a quick guide.
The following descriptions apply to navigation
with COMAND. Further information can be
found in the Digital Operator's Manual.
Selecting a route type and route options Multimedia system:
X Select Navi
Navi007BNavigation Navigation.
The map shows the vehicle's current position.
X Slide 6the controller.
X Select Options
Options007BRoute Settings Route Settings.
Notes for route types:
R Eco Route Eco Route
R Dynamic Traffic Route
Dynamic Traffic Route
Traffic reports on the route for the route guid-
ance are taken into account (not available in
all countries). Operating system
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Dynamic TRF. Route After Request
Dynamic TRF. Route After Request
You can decide whether or not current traffic reports should be included in the route cal-
culation (not available in all countries).
R Calculate Alternative Routes
Calculate Alternative Routes
Different routes are being calculated. In order
to do so, instead of Start Start, select the menu
item Continue
Continue.
X To avoid/use route options: selectAvoid
Avoid
Options
Options.
X Select a route option.
Notes for route options:
R Use Toll Roads
Use Toll Roads
The route calculation includes roads which
require you to pay a usage fee (toll).
R Number of Occupants in the Vehicle: Number of Occupants in the Vehicle:
(only available in the USA)
Prerequisite: your vehicle meets the access
conditions for carpool lanes.
Carpool lanes will be included if the carpool
lanes option is activated.
Entering an address Multimedia system:
X Select Navi Navi007BNavigation Navigation.
The map shows the vehicle's current position.
X Slide 6the controller.
X Select Destination
Destination007BAddress Entry Address Entry.
Enter an address, e.g. as follows:
R city or ZIP code, street, house number
R state/province, city or ZIP code
R city or ZIP code, center
R street, city or ZIP code, intersection
X Select City
City.
The city in which the vehicle is currently loca-
ted (current vehicle position) is at the top.
Below this, you will see locations for which
route guidance has already been carried out.
X Enter the city.
The 0043symbol: the location is contained on
the digital map multiple times.
X To switch to the list: slide the5control-
ler.
X Select the location.
If available, the ZIP code is shown. If there are
different ZIP codes available for the location, the corresponding digits are displayed with an
X
X.
X Enter the street and house number.
The address is in the menu.
Further options for destination entry:
R search for a keyword
The keyword search finds destinations using
fragments of words.
R select the last destination
R select a contact
R select a POI
You can search for a POI by location, name or
telephone number.
R select destination on the map
R enter intermediate destination
You can map the route to the destination
yourself with up to four intermediate destina-
tions.
R select destinations from Mercedes-Benz
Apps
R select geo-coordinates
Calculating the route Prerequisite: the address has been entered and
is in the menu.
X Select Start StartorContinue
Continue.
The route is calculated with the selected route
type and the selected route options.
If route guidance has already been activated,
a prompt will appear asking whether you wish to end the current route guidance.
X Select Cancel Active Route Guidance Cancel Active Route Guidance or
Set as Intermediate Destination
Set as Intermediate Destination.
Cancel Active Route Guidance Cancel Active Route Guidance cancels
the current route guidance and starts route
calculation to the new destination.
Set as Intermediate Destination Set as Intermediate Destination adds
the new destination in addition to the existing
destination and opens the intermediate des-
tinations list. Connecting a mobile phone
Prerequisites For telephony via the Bluetooth
®
interface, you
require a Bluetooth ®
-capable mobile phone. The
mobile phone must support Hands-Free Profile
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Multimedia system:
X Select Vehicle
Vehicle007BSystem Set‐ System Set‐
tings
tings007BActivate Bluetooth Activate Bluetooth.
X Activate Bluetooth ®
0073.
Mobile phone:
X Activate Bluetooth ®
and, if necessary, Blue-
tooth ®
visibility for other devices (see the
manufacturer's operating instructions).
The Bluetooth ®
device names for all of one man-
ufacturer's products might be identical. To
make it possible to clearly identify your mobile
phone, change the device name (see the man-
ufacturer's operating instructions).
If the mobile phone supports the PBAP (Phone
Book Access Profile) and MAP (Message
Access Profile) Bluetooth ®
profiles, the follow-
ing information will be transmitted after you
connect:
R Phone book
R Call lists
R Text messages and e-mail
i Further information on suitable mobile
phones can be found at: http://
www.mercedes-benz.com/connect
i In the USA, you can get in touch with the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center
on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372).
In Canada, you can get in touch with the Cus-
tomer Relations Center on 1-800-387-0100.
Searching for and authorizing (connect-
ing) a mobile phone Before using your mobile phone with the multi-
media system for the first time, you will need to
search for the phone and then authorize (con-
nect) it. Depending on the mobile phone, author- ization either takes place by means of Secure
Simple Pairing or by entering a passkey. The
multimedia system automatically makes the
procedure that is relevant for your mobile phone
available. The mobile phone is always connec-
ted automatically after authorization. Further
information on using a mobile phone with the
multimedia system (see the Digital Operator's
Manual).
If the multimedia system does not detect your
mobile phone, this may be due to particular
security settings on your mobile phone (see the manufacturer's operating instructions). Only one mobile phone can be connected to the
multimedia system at any one time.
Searching for a mobile phone
Multimedia system:
X Select Tel/ Tel/00A7007BConnect Connect
Device
Device007BSearch for Phones Search for Phones007BStart Start
Search
Search.
The available mobile phones are displayed.
Symbols in the device list Sym-
bol Explanation
00D3
New mobile phone found, not yet
authorized.
00DC
Mobile phone is authorized, but is
not connected
0036
Mobile phone is authorized and
connected
Connecting a mobile phone
Authorization using Secure Simple Pairing:
X Select mobile phone.
A code is displayed in the multimedia system
and on the mobile phone.
X If codes match: selectYes Yeson the multimedia
system.
X Confirm code on the mobile phone. Depend-
ing on the mobile phone used, confirm the
connection to the multimedia system and for
the PBAP and MAP Bluetooth ®
profiles. The
prompt to confirm may take up to two
minutes to be displayed (see the manufactur-
er's operating instructions).
X If the codes are different: selectNo Noon the
multimedia system.
The process is canceled.
Repeat authorization.
Authorization by entering a passkey (passcode):
X Select the Bluetooth ®
name of the mobile
phone.
The input menu for the passkey is displayed.
X Choose a one to sixteen-digit number combi-
nation as a passkey.
X Enter the passkey on the multimedia system.
X Press 0054to confirm.
X Enter and confirm the passkey on the mobile
phone. Depending on the mobile phone used,
confirm the connection to the multimedia sys- Operating system
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tem and for the PBAP and MAP Bluetooth
®
profiles. The prompt to confirm may take up
to two minutes to be displayed (see the man-
ufacturer's operating instructions).
Switching between mobile phones If you have authorized more than one mobile
phone, you can switch between the individual
phones.
Multimedia system:
X Select Connect Device
Connect Device .
X Select a mobile phone from the device list. Media mode
General notes If you wish to play external media sources, the
default display must already be turned on. Fur-
ther information on media mode (see the Digital
Operator's Manual).
The following external media sources can be
used:
R Apple ®
devices (e.g. iPhone ®
)
R USB devices (e.g. USB stick, MP3 player)
(Y page 206)
R CD
R DVD (COMAND)
R SD cards
R via devices connected by Bluetooth ®
i Information on single CD/DVD drive or DVD
changer (see the Digital Operator's Manual).
Using the device list Multimedia system:
X Select Media Media007B Devices
Devices.
The available media sources will be shown.
The 003Bdot indicates the current setting.
X Select the media source.
Playable files are played. Inserting/removing an SD card Important safety notes
G
WARNING
SD cards are small parts. They can be swal-
lowed and cause choking. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Keep the SD card out of the reach of children. If a SD card is swallowed, seek medical atten-
tion immediately.
! If you are no longer using the SD card, you
should remove it and store it outside the vehi-
cle. High temperatures can damage the card.
Inserting an SD card
The SD card slot is on the control panel. X Insert the SD card into the SD card slot until
the SD card engages. The side with the con-
tacts must face downwards.
Removing an SD card X Press the SD card.
The SD card is ejected.
X Remove the SD card.
Connecting USB devices There are two USB ports in the stowage space
under the armrest.
X Connect the USB device to the USB port.
X Select the media source (Y page 206).206
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Loading guidelines
G
WARNING
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, particu-
larly in the event of sudden braking or a sud-
den change in direction.
Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around. Secure objects, luggage or
loads against slipping or tipping before the
journey.
The handling characteristics of a laden vehicle
are dependent on the distribution of the load
within the vehicle.
Observe the following notes on loading and
transporting a load:
R Never exceed the maximum permissible
gross vehicle mass or the gross axle weight
rating for the vehicle (including occupants).
The values are specified on the vehicle iden-
tification plate on the B-pillar of the driver's
door.
R The cargo compartment is the preferred place
to carry objects.
R Position heavy loads as far forwards as pos-
sible and as low down in the cargo compart-
ment as possible.
R The load must not protrude above the upper
edge of the seat backrests.
R Always place the load against the rear or front
seat backrests. Make sure that the seat
backrests are securely locked into place.
R Always place the load behind unoccupied
seats if possible.
R Use the cargo tie-down rings and the parcel
nets to transport loads and luggage.
R Use cargo tie-down rings and fastening mate-
rials appropriate for the weight and size of the load.
R Hook in the cargo net when loading.
R The maximum load capacity of the stowage
well under the cargo compartment floor is
55 lbs (25 kg).
R Secure the lo ad with sufficiently strong and
wear-resistant tie-downs. Pad sharp edges for protection. !
Do not position the load on one part of the
folding cargo compartment floor only. The
maximum load capacity of the folding cargo
compartment floor is 220 lbs (100 kg). Dis-
tribute the weight evenly to avoid damaging
the cargo compartment floor. Place a solid
board under the load if necessary. Please
note that the load on the cargo compartment floor will be increased when the load is lashed
down. Stowage areas
Stowage spaces
Important safety notes G
WARNING
If you transport objects in the vehicle interior and these are not adequately secured, they
could slip or be flung around and thereby
strike vehicle occupants. In addition, cup
holders, open stowage spaces and mobile
phone brackets may not always be able to
hold the objects placed in them in the event of an accident. There is a risk of injury, particu-
larly in the event of sharp braking or sudden
changes of direction.
R Always stow objects in such a way that they
cannot be tossed about in these or similar
situations.
R Always make sure that objects do not pro-
trude out of the stowage spaces, luggage
nets or stowage nets.
R Ensure that closable stowage spaces are
shut before beginning your journey.
R Always stow and secure heavy, hard, poin-
ted, sharp-edged, fragile or large objects in
the cargo compartment.
Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 207). Stowage areas
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Stowage compartments in the front
Glove box
X
To open: pull handle 0043and open glove box
flap 0044.
X To close: fold glove box flap 0044upwards until
it engages.
There is a pen holder at the top of the glove box
flap.
Eyeglasses compartment X
To open: press marking 0043.
Make sure that the eyeglasses compartment is
always closed while the vehicle is in motion. Stowage compartment in the front center
console X
To open: press the marking on cover 0043.
i Depending on the vehicle equipment, there
may be an ashtray in the center console
instead of a storage compartment.
Stowage compartment in front of the arm-
rest (vehicles with automatic transmis-
sion) X
To open: press the marking on cover 0043.
i You can remove the non-slip mat and the
insert for cleaning. When removing the insert
you will have to overcome some slight resist-
ance. 208
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