ESP MERCEDES-BENZ B-CLASS SPORTS 2015 Owners 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 ordisposal.
!Notes on material damage alert you to
dangers that could lead to damage to your
vehicle.
iPractical tips or further information that
could be helpful to you. X
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that must be followed.
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sion indicate an instruction with sev-
eral steps.
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page) This symbol tells you where you can
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instruction that is continued on the
next page.
DisZ
play
This text indicates a message in the
multifunction/COMAND/Audio dis-
play.
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tected by copyright ©
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As at 09.05.2014

Switching the rear window
defroster on/off............................ 129
Switching the ZONE function on/
off .................................................. 127
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 28
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS
Activating/deactivating ................. 203
Display message ............................ 214
Operation/note s.............................. 62
COMAND display
Cleaning ......................................... 280
Combination switch .......................... 106
Compass
Calibrating ..................................... 267
Calling up ....................................... 267
Magnetic field zone maps .............. 268
Setting ........................................... 267
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 196
Convenience closing feature .............. 83
Convenience opening feature ............ 82
Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 273
Display message ............................ 222
Filling capacity ............................... 339
Important safety notes .................. 339
Temperature gaug e........................ 192
Warning lamp ................................. 244
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 26
Crash-responsive emergency light-
ing ....................................................... 109
Cruise control
Activation conditions ..................... 161
Cruise control lever ....................... 161
Deactivating ................................... 162
Display message ............................ 228
Driving system ............................... 161
Function/note s............................. 161
Important safety notes .................. 161
Setting a speed .............................. 162
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 162 Cup holder
Center console .............................. 260
Important safety notes .................. 259
Rear compartment ......................... 260
Customer Assistance Center
(CAC) ..................................................... 24
Customer Relations Department ....... 24
D
Data
see Technical data
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 221
Function/note s............................. 104
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 205
Declarations of conformity ................. 23
Diagnostics connection ...................... 23
Digital speedometer ......................... 197
DIRECT SELECT lever
Automatic transmission ................. 142
Display messages
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 274
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 207
Driving systems ............................. 225
Engine ............................................ 222
General notes ................................ 207
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 207
Lights ............................................. 219
Safety systems .............................. 208
SmartKey ....................................... 234
Tires ............................................... 229
Vehicle ........................................... 230
Distance display (on-board com- puter) .................................................. 202
Distance recorder ............................. 196
Distance warning (warning lamp) .... 246
Distance warning function
Function/note s................................ 62
Warning lamp ................................. 246
DISTRONIC PLUS
Activation conditions ..................... 164
Cruise control lever ....................... 164
Deactivating ................................... 167
Display message ............................ 227
Displays in the multifunction dis-
play ................................................ 168
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Driving tips .................................... 169
Function/notes............................. 163
Important safety notes .................. 163
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 167
Doors
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 205
Automatic locking (switch) ............... 78
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 70
Control panel ................................... 34
Display message ............................ 232
Emergency locking ........................... 79
Emergency unlocking ....................... 78
Important safety notes .................... 77
Opening (from inside) ...................... 77
Drinking and driving ......................... 156
Drive program
Automatic ...................................... 147
Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 143
Manual ........................................... 148
Driver's door
see Doors
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 275
Driving on flooded roads .................. 160
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 61
ADAPTIVE BRAK E............................. 66
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 63
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 61
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS ................................................ 62
Distance warning function ............... 62
EBD (electronic brake force distri- bution) ............................................. 66 ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 64
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ........................................... 64
Important safety information ........... 60
Overview .......................................... 60
STEER CONTROL ............................. 66
Driving systems
Active Parking Assist ..................... 175
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 183
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 185 Cruise control ................................ 161
Display message ............................ 225
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 163
HOLD function ............................... 170
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 187
Lane Tracking package .................. 185
PARKTRONIC ................................. 172
Rear view camera .......................... 180
Driving tips
Automatic transmission ................. 146
Brakes ........................................... 157
Break-in perio d.............................. 134
Checking brake lining thickness .... 159
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 169
Downhill gradient ........................... 157
Drinking and driving ....................... 156
Driving in winter ............................. 160
Driving on flooded roads ................ 160
Driving on wet roads ...................... 160
Exhaust check ............................... 156
Fuel ................................................ 156
General .......................................... 155
Hydroplaning ................................. 160
Icy road surfaces ........................... 160
Limited braking efficiency on sal-
ted roads ....................................... 158
Snow chains .................................. 305
The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ..... 134
Wet road surface ........................... 158
DVD video
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 200
E
EASY-VARIO-PLUS system Cargo compartment enlargement .. 252
EBD (electronic brake force distri-
bution)
Display message ............................ 210
Function/note s................................ 66
ECO display
Function/note s............................. 156
On-board compute r....................... 196
ECO start/stop function
Automatic engine start .................. 139
Automatic engine switch-off .......... 139
Deactivating/activating ................. 140
General information ....................... 139
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Important safety notes .................. 139
Introduction ................................... 139
Emergency
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................ .54
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 78
Vehicle ............................................ .78
Emergency spare wheel
General notes ................................ 329
Important safety notes .................. 329
Removing ...................................... .330
Technical data ............................... 331
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Activation ......................................... 52
Emergency unlocking
Tailgate ............................................ 80
Emissions control
Service and warranty information .... 21
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 244
Display message ............................ 222
ECO start/stop function ................ 139
Engine number ............................... 335
Irregular running ............................ 141
Jump-starting ................................. 293
Starting problems .......................... 141
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 137
Starting with the Start/Stop but-
ton ................................................. 138
Switching off .................................. 153
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 298
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ................... 141
Engine oil
Adding .......................................... .272
Additives ........................................ 338
Checking the oil level ..................... 271
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 272
Display message ............................ 224
Filling capacity ............................... 338
Notes about oil grades ................... 337
Notes on oil level/consumption .... 271
Viscosity ........................................ 338 ESP
®
(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram)
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 202
Characteristics ................................. 65
Deactivating/activating (notes) ....... 65
Display message ............................ 208
ETS/4ETS ........................................ 64
Function/notes ................................ 64
General notes .................................. 64
Important safety information ........... 64
Trailer stabilization ........................... 66
Warning lamp ................................. 240
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys-
tem) ...................................................... 64
Exhaust
see Exhaust pipe
Exhaust check ................................... 156
Exhaust pipe
Cleaning ......................................... 280
Exterior lighting
Cleaning ......................................... 279
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ......................................... 98
Dipping (automatic) ......................... 99
Folding in when locking (on-boardcomputer) ...................................... 206
Folding in/out (automatically )......... 99
Folding in/out (electrically) ............. 98
Out of position (troubleshooting) ..... 99
Setting ............................................. 99
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 101
Storing the parking position .......... 100
Eyeglasses compartment ................. 249
F
Filler cap
see Fuel filler flap
Flat tire
MOExtended tire s.......................... 285
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 284
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 286
see Emergency spare wheel
Floormats ........................................... 268
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Checking ........................................ 303
Curb weight (definition)................. 321
Definition of terms ......................... 319
Direction of rotation ...................... 322
Display message ............................ 229
Distribution of the vehicle occu-
pants (definition) ............................ 322
DOT (Department of Transporta-
tion) (definition) ............................. 320
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 319
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 320
General notes ................................ 326
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (def-
inition) ........................................... 320
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing) (definition) .............................. 320
Important safety notes .................. 302
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ...... 320
Information on driving .................... 302
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 320
Labeling (overview) ........................ 316
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 321
Load index ..................................... 318
Load index (definition) ................... 320
M+S tire s....................................... 304
Maximum load on a tire (defini-
tion) ............................................... 321
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 320
Maximum permissible tire pres-
sure (definition) ............................. 321
Maximum tire load ......................... 318
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 321
MOExtended tire s.......................... 304
Optional equipment weight (defi-
nition) ............................................ 321
PSI (pounds per square inch) (def-
inition) ........................................... 321
Replacing ....................................... 322
Service life ..................................... 304
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 321
Speed rating (definition) ................ 320
Storing ........................................... 322
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 319 Summer tire
s................................. 304
Temperature .................................. 315
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 321
Tire bead (definition) ...................... 321
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 321
Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 320
Tire size (data) ............................... 326
Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating .................... 316
Tire tread ....................................... 303
Tire tread (definition) ..................... 321
Total load limit (definition) ............. 322
Traction ......................................... 315
Traction (definition) ....................... 321
Tread wear ..................................... 315
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards ...................................... 314
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (definition) .................... 320
Wear indicator (definition) ............. 321
Wheel and tire combination ........... 328
Wheel rim (definition) .................... 320
see Flat tire
Top Tether ............................................ 57
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............ 298
Important safety notes .................. 295
Installing the towing eye ................ 296
Removing the towing eye ............... 297
Towing a trailer
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 66
Towing away
Important safety guidelines ........... 295
Installing the towing eye ................ 296
Notes for 4MATIC vehicles ............ 298
Removing the towing eye ............... 297
Transporting the vehicl e................ 298
With both axles on the ground ....... 297
With front axle raised ..................... 297
Towing eye ......................................... 284
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ...................... 143
Transporting the vehicle .................. 298
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Trim pieces (cleaning instruc-
tions).................................................. 281
Trip computer (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 196
Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 196
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 197
Trunk load (maximum) ...................... 341
Turn signals
Changing bulbs (front) ................... 112
Display message ............................ 219
Switching on/off ........................... 106
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
UnlockingEmergency unlocking ....................... 78
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 78
V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........ 261
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 24
Data acquisition ............................... 25
Display message ............................ 230
Equipment ....................................... 21
Individual settings .......................... 204
Limited Warranty ............................. 25
Loading .......................................... 310
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 79
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 70
Lowering ........................................ 325
Maintenance .................................... 21
Parking for a long period ................ 155
Pulling away ................................... 138
Raising ........................................... 323
Reporting problems ......................... 24
Securing from rolling away ............ 323
Transporting .................................. 298
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 78
Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 70
Vehicle data ................................... 341
Vehicle data
Roof load (maximum) ..................... 341 Trunk load (maximum) ................... 341
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 341
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 79
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 334
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 284
Ventilation
Setting the vents ........................... 131
Video
Operating the DVD ........................ .200
VIN ...................................................... 334
W
Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 238
Brakes .......................................... .237
Check Engine ................................. 244
Coolant .......................................... 244
Distance warning ........................... 246 ESP ®
.............................................. 240
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 241
LIM (DISTRONIC PLUS) .................. 164
Overview .......................................... 30
PASSENGER AIR BAG ..................... .39
Reserve fuel .................................. .244
Restraint system ............................ 243
Seat belt ........................................ 235
Warranty .............................................. 21
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 233
Wheel and tire combination
see Tires
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 325
Wheel chock ...................................... 323
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 322
Checking ........................................ 303
Cleaning ......................................... 278
Emergency spare wheel ................. 329
General notes ................................ 326
Important safety notes .................. 302
Information on driving .................... 302
Interchanging/changing ................ 322
Mounting a new wheel ................... 325
Removing a wheel .......................... 325
Storing .......................................... .322
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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:
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 con-
sumption.
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 andbraking.
R change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ôof its maximum engine speed.
R switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
R keep 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 newparts.
!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:
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 sys-tems.
Have aftermarket accessories installed at a qualified specialist workshop.
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GWARNING
Flammable material such as leaves, grass or
twigs may ignite if they come into contact withhot parts of the exhaust system. There is a risk of fire.
When driving off road or on unpaved roads,
check the vehicle's underside regularly. In
particular, remove parts of plants or other
flammable materials which have become
trapped. In the case of damage, contact a
qualified specialist workshop.
GWARNING
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.
!There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:
R the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high
curb or an unpaved road
R you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a
curb or a hole in the road
R a heavy object strikes the undercarriage
or parts of the chassis
In situations like this, the body, the under-
carriage, 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 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 ata qualified specialist workshop.
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Z

GWARNING
If you connect equipment to the diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, it may affect the
operation of the vehicle systems. As a result,the operating safety of the vehicle could be
affected. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not connect any equipment to a diagnos-
tics connection in the 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
jeopardized. 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.
Observe the notes in the Maintenance Book- let. Always have the following work carried out at
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center:
R work relevant to safety
R service and maintenance work
R repair work
R alterations, installation work and modifica-
tions
R work on electronic components
Correct use
If you remove any warning stickers, you or
others could fail to recognize certain dangers.
Leave warning stickers in position.
Observe the following information when driv- ing your vehicle: R the safety notes in this manual
R the vehicle technical data
R traffic rules and regulations
R laws and safety standards pertaining to
motor vehicles
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 you to con-
tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediately to have the problem diagnosed
and rectified. If the problem is not resolved to
your satisfaction, please discuss the problem
again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or con-
tact us at one of the following addresses.
In the USA
Customer Assistance Center
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada
Customer Relations Department
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
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To read data recorded by an EDR, special
equipment is required, and access to the vehi-
cle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties that have the special equipment, such as law enforce-
ment, can read the information by accessing
the vehicle or the EDR.
EDR data may be used in civil and criminal
matters as a tool in accident reconstruction,
accident claims, and vehicle safety. Since theCrash 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 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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