ECO mode MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class 2014 C117 Owner's Manual

ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating ................ .206
Display message ............................ 232
Function/notes ............................ .189
Audio menu (on-board computer) .... 202
Audio system see separate operating instructions
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 229
see Lights
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) ................................... .144
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) .......................... 143
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 109
Automatic transmission Accelerator pedal position ............. 149
Automatic drive program .............. .151
Changing gear ............................... 149
DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 146
Drive program displa y.................... 147
Driving tips .................................... 149
Emergency running mode .............. 155
Engaging drive position .................. 148
Engaging neutral ............................ 148
Engaging park position (AMG vehi-
cles) ............................................... 149
Engaging reverse gear ................... 147
Engaging the park position ............ 147
Holding the vehicle stationary on
uphill gradients .............................. 149
Kickdown ....................................... 150
Manual drive progra m.................... 152
Overview ........................................ 146
Problem (malfunction) ................... 155
Program selector button ................ 150
Pulling away ................................... 142
Selector lever ................................ 148
Starting the engine ........................ 142
Steering wheel paddle shifters ...... 151
Transmission position dis-
play ........................................ 147, 148
Transmission positions .................. 149 Automatic transmission emer-
gency mode
....................................... 155 B
Backup lamp Changing bulbs .............................. 117
Display message ............................ 228
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 64
Battery (SmartKey) Checking .......................................... 78
Important safety notes .................... 78
Replacing ......................................... 78
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 303
Display message ............................ 231
Important safety notes .................. 301
Jump starting ................................. 305
Belt
see Seat belts
Belt force limiter
Activation ......................................... 55
Function ........................................... 55
Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 206
Display message ............................ 234
Notes/function .............................. 191
Brake Assist
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Brake fluid
Display message ............................ 220
Note s............................................. 350
Brake lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 117
Display message ............................ 227
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 63
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 66
BAS .................................................. 64
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 350
Display message ............................ 214
HOLD function ............................... 176
Important safety notes .................. 162
Maintenance .................................. 163
Parking brake ................................ 158
Riding tips ...................................... 162
Warning lamp ................................. 245 Index
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Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 105
Switching seat heating on/of f....... 101
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 291
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 207
Service products Brake fluid ..................................... 350
Coolant (engine) ............................ 351
Engine oil ....................................... 349
Fuel ................................................ 348
Important safety notes .................. 347
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ............................................... 352
Washer fluid ................................... 352
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 210
On-board computer ....................... 207
Setting the air distribution ............... 132
Setting the airflow ............................ 132
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 211
Side impact air bag ............................. 46
Side marker lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 228
Side windows Cleaning ......................................... 290
Convenience closing feature ............ 88
Convenience opening feature .......... 88
Important safety information ........... 86
Opening/closing .............................. 87
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 90
Resetting ......................................... 88
Sliding sunroof
see Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 78
Changing the programming ............. 77
Checking the battery ....................... 78
Convenience closing feature ............ 88
Convenience opening feature .......... 88
Display message ............................ 243
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 76
Important safety notes .................... 76
Loss ................................................. 80
Mechanical key ................................ 77
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 141 Problem (malfunction) ..................... 80
Starting the engine ........................ 142
SmartKey positions (ignition lock) .. 141
Snow chains ...................................... 317
Sockets Center console .............................. 265
Points to observe before use ......... 265
Rear compartment ......................... 266
Trunk ............................................. 266
Specialist workshop ............................ 26
Special seat belt retractor .................. 59
Speed, controlling see Cruise control
Speed Limit Assist
Activating/deactivating the warn-ing function .................................... 205
Display message ............................ 232
Display message in the multifunc-
tion display .................................... 191
Function/note s............................. 190
Important safety notes .................. 190
Speedometer
Activating/deactivating the addi-
tional speedometer ........................ 207
Digital ............................................ 200
In the Instrument cluster ................. 31
Segments ...................................... 197
Selecting the unit of measure-
ment .............................................. 207
see Instrument cluster
SPORT handling mode
Activating/deactivating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 69
Warning lamp ................................. 248
SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys-
tem) Display message ............................ 222
Introduction ..................................... 40
Warning lamp ................................. 250
Warning lamp (function) ................... 41
Standing lamps
Display message ............................ 228
Switching on/of f........................... 110
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 141
STEER CONTROL .................................. 7116
Index

the Service and Guarantee booklet or simply
call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center (USA) at the hotline number
1-800-FOR-MERCede s(1-800-367-6372 )or
Customer Service (Canada) at
1-800-387-0100. Vehicle operation outside the USA
and Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign
countries, please be aware that:
R service facilities or replacement parts may
not be readily available.
R unleaded fuel for vehicles with a catalytic
converter may not be available. Leaded fuel may cause damage to the catalytic con-
verter.
R the fuel may have a considerably lower
octane rating. Unsuitable fuel can cause
engine damage.
Some Mercedes-Benz models are available
for delivery in Europe through our European
Delivery Program. For details, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to
one of the following addresses.
In the USA
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
European Delivery Department
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9 Operating safety
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If you do not have the prescribed service/
maintenance work or any required repairs carried out, this can result in malfunctions or
system failures. There is a risk of an accident.
Always have the prescribed service/mainte-
nance work as well as any required repairs
carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. G
WARNING
If you switch off the ignition while driving,
safety-relevant functions are only available
with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake
boosting effect. You will require considerably
more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not switch off the ignition while driving. G
WARNING
Flammable material such as leaves, grass or
twigs may ignite if they come into contact with hot 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. 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. 24
Introduction

Useful information
i This Operator's manual describes all
models and all standard and optional equip- ment of your vehicle available at the time of
publication of the Operator's manual.
Country-specific differences are possible.
Please note that your vehicle may not be
equipped with all features described. This
also applies to safety-related systems and
functions.
i Read the information on qualified special-
ist workshops (Y page 26). Panic alarm
X
To activate: press0033button 0043for at
least one second.
An alarm sounds and the exterior lighting
flashes.
X To deactivate: press0033button 0043
again.
or
X Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. Occupant safety
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Modifications to the restraint systems could
result in them not functioning properly any
more. The restraint systems could then no
longer protect vehicle occupants as they are designed to do and could fail in the event of an
accident or activate unexpectedly, for exam-
ple. There is an increased risk of injury.
Never modify parts of the restraint systems.
Do not attempt to modify the wiring as well as
electronic components or their software.
If it is necessary to modify an air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, con-tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz center.
USA only: for further information contact our
Customer Assistance Center at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1800-367-6372).
In this section, you will learn the most impor- tant facts about the restraint system compo-
nents of the vehicle.
The restraint system consists of:
R Seat belts
R Child restraint systems
R LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat securing
system
Additional protection is provided by:
R SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
R Air bag system components with:
- PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
- Front-passenger seat with Occupant
Classification System (OCS)
Although the systems are independent, their
protective functions work in conjunction with each other. Not all air bags are always
deployed in an accident.
i For information on infants and children
traveling with you in the vehicle restraint
systems for infants and children, see "Chil-
dren in the vehicle" (Y page 56). SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
Introduction Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) with:
R The 0075 SRS warning lamp
R Air bags
R Air bag control unit (with crash sensors) 40
Occupant safetySafety

Useful information
i This Operator's manual describes all
models and all standard and optional equip- ment of your vehicle available at the time of
publication of the Operator's manual.
Country-specific differences are possible.
Please note that your vehicle may not be
equipped with all features described. This
also applies to safety-related systems and
functions.
i Read the information on qualified special-
ist workshops (Y page 26). SmartKey
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could:
R open the doors, thus endangering other
people or road users.
R get out and disrupt traffic.
R operate the vehicle's equipment.
Additionally, children could set the vehicle in
motion if, for example, they:
R release the parking brake.
R shifting the automatic transmission out of
park position P
R Start the engine.
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children or animals unattended in the
vehicle. Always keep the SmartKey out of
reach of children. G
WARNING
If persons, particularly children are subjected to prolonged exposure to extreme heat or
cold, there is a risk of injury, possibly even
fatal. Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle. G
WARNING
If you attach heavy or large objects to the
SmartKey, the SmartKey could be uninten-
tionally turned in the ignition lock. This could
cause the engine to be switched off. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not attach any heavy or large objects to the
SmartKey. Remove any bulky key rings before
inserting the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
! Keep the SmartKey away from strong
magnetic fields. Otherwise, the remote
control function could be affected.
Strong magnetic fields can occur in the
vicinity of powerful electrical installations.
Do not keep the SmartKey: R with electronic devices, e.g. a mobile
phone or another SmartKey
R with metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal
foil
R inside metallic objects, e.g. a metal case SmartKey functions
0043
0037 To lock the vehicle
0044 0054 To open the trunk lid
0087 0036 To unlock the vehicle
X To unlock centrally: press button0087.
If you do not open the vehicle within approx-
imately 40 seconds of unlocking: R the vehicle is locked again.
R the theft deterrent locking system is armed
again. 76
SmartKeyOpening and closing

Useful information
i This Operator's manual describes all
models and all standard and optional equip- ment of your vehicle available at the time of
publication of the Operator's manual.
Country-specific differences are possible.
Please note that your vehicle may not be
equipped with all features described. This
also applies to safety-related systems and
functions.
i Read the information on qualified special-
ist workshops (Y page 26). Exterior lighting
General notes
For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you drive with the lights switchedon even during the daytime. In some coun-
tries, operation of the headlamps varies due
to legal requirements and self-imposed obli-
gations. Driving abroad
Conversion to symmetrical low beam Switch the headlamps to symmetrical low
beam in countries in which traffic drives on
the opposite side of the road from the country
where the vehicle is registered. This prevents glare to oncoming traffic. When using sym-
metrical lights, the edge of the road is not lit
as widely and as far ahead as normal.
Have the headlamps converted at a qualified
specialist workshop as close to the border as
possible before driving in these countries.
Conversion to asymmetrical low beam
after returning Have the headlamps converted back to asym-
metrical low-beam headlamps at a qualified
specialist workshop as soon as possible after crossing the border again. Setting the exterior lighting
Setting options Exterior lighting can be set using:
R the light switch
R the combination switch (Y page 110)
R the on-board computer (Y page 208)
Light switch Operation
0047
0063
Left-hand standing lamps
0048 0064
Right-hand standing lamps
0049 0060
Parking lamps, license plate and
instrument cluster lighting
004A 0058
Automatic headlamp mode, control-
led by the light sensor
004B0058 Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
0084 005E
Rear fog lamp
006B 005A
Fog lamp (only vehicles with front
fog lamps)
If you hear a warning tone when you leave the
vehicle, the lights may still be switched on.
X Turn the light switch to 0058.
The exterior lighting (except the parking/
standing lamps) switches off automatically if
you: R remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock
R open the driver's door with the SmartKey in
position 0. 108
Exterior lightingLights and windshield wipers

Useful information
i This Operator's manual describes all
models and all standard and optional equip- ment of your vehicle available at the time of
publication of the Operator's manual.
Country-specific differences are possible.
Please note that your vehicle may not be
equipped with all features described. This
also applies to safety-related systems and
functions.
i Read the information on qualified special-
ist workshops (Y page 26). Overview of climate control systems
Important safety notes
Observe the settings recommended on the
following pages. The windows could other-
wise fog up.
To prevent the windows from fogging up:
R switch off climate control only briefly
R switch on air-recirculation mode only
briefly
R switch on the cooling with air dehumidifi-
cation function
R switch on the defrost windshield function
briefly, if required
The climate control/dual-zone automatic
control regulates the temperature and the
humidity of the vehicle interior and filters out undesirable substances from the air.
Climate control/dual-zone automatic climate control is only operational when the engine is
running. Optimum operation is only achieved
with the side windows and panorama roof
with power tilt/sliding panel closed.
The residual heat function can only be acti-
vated or deactivated with the ignition
switched off (Y page 135).
Always keep the ventilation flaps behind the
side trim panel in the cargo compartment
clear (Y page 117). Otherwise the vehicle will
not be ventilated correctly. i
Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period
during warm weather, e.g. using the con-
venience opening feature (Y page 88). This
will speed up the cooling process and the
desired interior temperature will be
reached more quickly.
i The integrated filter filters out most par-
ticles of dust and soot and completely fil-
ters out pollen. With dual-zone automatic
climate control, gaseous pollutants and
odors will also be reduced. A clogged filter
reduces the amount of air supplied to the
vehicle interior. For this reason, you should always observe the interval for replacing
the filter, which is specified in the Mainte-
nance Booklet. As it depends on environ-
mental conditions, e.g. heavy air pollution,
the interval may be shorter than stated in
the Maintenance Booklet.
i It is possible that the residual heat func-
tion may be activated automatically an hour
after the SmartKey has been removed in
order to dry the air-conditioning system.
The vehicle is then ventilated for
30 minutes. 124
Overview of climate control systemsClimate control

0085
To activate/deactivate air-recirculation mode (Y page 135)
0083 To set the airflow (Y page 132)
0084 To switch cooling with air dehumidification on/off (Y page 129)
006B To switch the rear window defroster on/off (Y page 134)Optimum use of climate control
Automatic climate control The following contains notes and recommen-
dations on optimum use of climate control.
R Switch on the air-conditioning system by
turning control knob 0083clockwise to the
desired position (except position 0).
R Set the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).
R Recommendation for avoiding misted
windows at low exterior temperatures
or in rain: switch on the 005Acooling with
dehumidification function (Y page 129).
Set air distribution to 0061and if possible
switch off 009Cand009B (Ypage 132).
In air-recirculation mode, switch 008Aoff
(Y page 135).
Set airflow control 0083to a setting between
3 and 6(Y page 132).
R Recommendation for rapid cooling or
heating of the vehicle interior: briefly set
airflow control 0083to a setting between 3
and 6(Y page 132).
R Recommendation for a constant vehi-
cle interior temperature: set airflow con-
trol 0083to a setting between 1and 3
(Y page 132).
R Recommendation for air distribution in
the winter: set009B and0061
(Y page 132).
Recommendation for air distribution in
the summer: set009C or009C and0061
(Y page 132).
R Only use the "Windshield defrosting" func-
tion briefly until the windshield is clear
again.
R Only use air-recirculation mode briefly, e.g.
if there are unpleasant outside odors or when in a tunnel. The windows could oth-
erwise fog up, since no fresh air is drawn
into the vehicle in air-recirculation mode.
R Vehicles with COMAND: if you change the
settings of the climate control system, the
climate status display appears for three
seconds at the bottom of the screen in the
COMAND display. See also the separate
COMAND operating instructions. You will
see the current settings of the various cli-
mate control functions.
ECO start/stop function During automatic engine switch-off, the cli-
mate control system only operates at a
reduced capacity. If you require the full cli-
mate control output, you can switch off the
ECO start/stop function by pressing the ECO
button (Y page 144). 126
Overview of climate control systemsClimate control

R
Only available on vehicles for Canada:
use the residual heat function if you want to
heat or ventilate the vehicle interior when
the ignition is switched off. The residual
heat function can only be activated or deac-
tivated with the ignition switched off.
R Vehicles with COMAND: if you change the
settings of the climate control system, the
climate status display appears for three
seconds at the bottom of the screen in the COMAND display. See also the separate
COMAND operating instructions. You will
see the current settings of the various cli-
mate control functions.
ECO start/stop function During automatic engine switch-off, the cli-
mate control system only operates at a
reduced capacity. If you require the full cli-
mate control output, you can switch off the
ECO start/stop function by pressing the ECO
button (Y page 144). Operating the climate control sys-
tems Switching climate control on/off
General notes When the climate control is switched off, the
air supply and air circulation are also
switched off. The windows could fog up.
Therefore, switch off climate control only
briefly
Climate control X
Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the igni-
tion lock (Y page 141).
X To switch on: turn control0083clockwise to
the desired position (except position 0)
(Y page 125).
X To switch off: turn control0083counter-
clockwise to position 0(Y page 125). Dual-zone automatic climate control X
Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the igni-
tion lock (Y page 141).
X To activate: press the0058button.
The indicator lamp in the 0058button lights
up. Airflow and air distribution are set to
automatic mode.
or
X Press the 0078button.
The indicator lamp in the 0078button goes
out. The previously selected settings are
restored.
X To deactivate: press the0078button.
The indicator lamp in the 0078button lights
up.
i Dual-zone automatic climate control:
switch on climate control primarily using
the 0058 button. Activating/deactivating cooling with
air dehumidification
General notes If you deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehu-
midification" function, the air inside the vehi-
cle will not be cooled. The air inside the vehi-cle will also not be dehumidified. The win-
dows can fog up more quickly. Therefore, only
deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehumidifi-
cation" function briefly.
The "Cooling with air dehumidification" func-
tion is only available when the engine is run-
ning. The air inside the vehicle is cooled and
dehumidified according to the temperature
selected.
Condensation may drip from the underside of the vehicle when it is in cooling mode. This is
normal and not a sign that there is a malfunc- tion. Operating the climate control systems
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Problems with the transmission
Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
0050
0050Solutions The transmission has
problems shifting gear. The transmission is losing oil.
X Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work-
shop immediately. The acceleration ability
is deteriorating.
The transmission no
longer shifts into all of
the gears.
Reverse gear can no
longer be engaged. The transmission is in emergency mode.
X Stop the vehicle.
X Shift the transmission to position P.
X Switch off the engine.
X Wait at least 10 seconds before restarting the engine.
X Shift the transmission to position D.
X Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work-
shop immediately. Refueling
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel
incorrectly, there is a risk of fire and explo-
sion.
You must avoid fire, open flames, creating
sparks and smoking. Switch off the engine
and, if applicable, the auxiliary heating before refueling. G
WARNING
Fuel is poisonous and hazardous to health.
There is a risk of injury.
You must make sure that fuel does not come into contact with your skin, eyes or clothing
and that it is not swallowed. Do not inhale fuel
vapors. Keep fuel away from children.
If you or others come into contact with fuel,
observe the following:
R Wash away fuel from skin immediately
using soap and water.
R If fuel comes into contact with your eyes,
immediately rinse them thoroughly with clean water. Seek medical assistance with-
out delay.
R If fuel is swallowed, seek medical assis-
tance without delay. Do not induce vomit-
ing.
R Immediately change out of clothing which
has come into contact with fuel. G
WARNING
Electrostatic buildup can create sparks and
ignite fuel vapors. There is a risk of fire and
explosion.
Always touch the vehicle body before opening the fuel filler flap or touching the fuel pump
nozzle. Any existing electrostatic buildup is
thereby discharged.
! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a
gasoline engine. Do not switch on the igni- tion if you accidentally refuel with the
wrong fuel. Otherwise, the fuel will enter
the fuel system. Even small amounts of the
wrong fuel could result in damage to the
fuel system and the engine. Notify a quali-
fied specialist workshop and have the fuel
tank and fuel lines drained completely. Refueling
155Driving and parking Z