ECU MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class WAGON 2016 W213 Owner's Manual
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see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 214
E
E10see Fuel
EASY-ENTRY feature
Activating/deactivating ................. 190
Function/notes ............................. 117
EASY-EXIT feature
Function/notes ............................. 117
Switching on/off ........................... 190
EASY-PACK cargo compartment
management system ........................ 246
EASY-PACK folding floor
Important safety notes .................. 248
EASY-PACK folding luggage-com-
partment floor
Opening and closing ......................2 49
EASY-PACK load-securing kit
Components and storage .............. 246
Inserting the brackets into the
loading rail ..................................... 247
EASY-PACK rear sill protector .......... 249
EASY-PACK trunk box ....................... 245
EBD (electronic brake force distri-
bution)
Display message ............................ 194
Function/notes ................................ 84
ECO display
Function/notes ............................. 154
ECO start/stop function
Automatic engine start .................. 141
Automatic engine switch-off .......... 141
Deactivating/activating ................. 141
General information ....................... 141
Important safety notes .................. 141
Introduction ................................... 141
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP
®(Electronic Stability Program)
Emergency
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 67
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 96
Fuel filler flap ................................. 147
Trunk ............................................. 103 Vehicle ............................................. 96
Emergency spare wheel
General notes ................................ 329
Important safety notes .................. 329
Removing ....................................... 329
Storage location ............................ 329
Stowing .......................................... 330
Technical data ............................... 332
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Activation ......................................... 63
Emergency unlocking
Tailgate .......................................... 103
Emissi ons c
ontrol
Service and warranty information .... 28
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 202
Display message ............................ 199
ECO start/stop function ................ 141
Engine number ............................... 337
Irregular running ............................ 142
Jump-starting ................................. 279
Starting problems .......................... 142
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 140
Starting with KEYLESS-GO ............. 140
Switching off .................................. 152
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 284
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ................... 142
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 264
Checking the oil level ..................... 263
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 264
Display message ............................ 191
Filling capacity ............................... 342
Notes about oil grades ................... 341
Notes on oil level/consumption .... 263
Temperature (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 190
Entering an address
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 214
ESP
®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram)
Activating/deactivating (except
AMG vehicles) .................................. 81
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Low-beam headlampsDisplay message ............................ 191
Switching on/off .......................... .121
Luggage holder (EASY-PACK load-
securing kit) ....................................... 247
Lumbar support
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 116
M
M+S tires ............................................ 290
Malfunction message
see Display messages
Matte finish (cleaning instruc-
tions) ..................................................2 68
mbrace
Call priority ....................................2 56
Display message ............................ 191
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 252
Downloading routes ....................... 252
Emergency call .............................. 253
General notes ................................ 252
Geo fencing ................................... 252
Locating a stolen vehicle ...............2 52
MB info call button ........................ 255
Remote vehicle locking .................. 252
Roadside Assistance button .......... 254
Search & Send ............................... 252
Self-test ......................................... 252
Speed alert ....................................2 52
System .......................................... 252
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 252
Vehicle remote malfunction diag-
nosis .............................................. 252
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 252
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 92
Inserting .......................................... 92
Locking vehicle ................................ 96
Removing ......................................... 92
Unlocking the driver's door .............. 96
Media Interface
see Separate operating instructions
Memory card (audio) ......................... 190
Memory function ............................... 117 Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive
360°camera .................................. 173
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .......... 75
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 180
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 183
Active Parking Assist ..................... 170
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 175
BAS (Brake Assist) ........................... 76
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist PLUS)
with Cross-Traffic Assist .................. 76
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 178
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS ................................................ 78
Cruise control ................................ 155
DISTRONI C PLUS ........................... 156
DISTR
ONIC PLUS with Steering
Assist and Stop&Go Pilot ...............1 63
ESP
®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 80
General notes ................................ 155
Lane Keeping Assist ......................1 79
PARKTRONIC ................................. 168
PRE-SAFE
®(anticipatory occu-
pant protection) ............................... 66
PRE-SAFE
®Brake .............................8 4
PRE-SAFE®PLUS (anticipatory
occupant protection PLUS) .............. 67
Rear view camera .......................... 171
Traffic Sign Assist .......................... 176
Message memory (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 191
Messages
see Display messages
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)
Mobile phone
Authorizing .................................... 229
Connecting (Bluetooth
®inter-
face) ..............................................2 27
Connecting another mobile
phone ............................................ 231
De-authorizing ............................... 231
Enabling for Internet access .......... 233
Frequencies ................................... 334
Installation ..................................... 334
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Menu (on-board computer) ............ 190
Transmission output (maximum) ....334
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey) ...........................................9 2
MOExtended tires .............................. 272
Mounting wheels
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 313
Mounting a new wheel ................... 313
Preparing the vehicle .....................3 09
Raising the vehicle ......................... 310
Removing a wheel .......................... 312
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 310
MP3
Operation ....................................... 190
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................2 14
see separate operating instructions
Multifunction display
Function/notes .............................1 88
Permanent display ......................... 190
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board computer .. 189
Overview .......................................... 39
Music files
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................2 14
N
Navigation
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 190
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................2 14
Showing/hiding the menu ............. 225
Switching to ................................... 225
see separate operating instructions
NECK-PRO head restraints
Operation ......................................... 65
Resetting triggered .......................... 65
NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
Important safety notes .................... 65
Operation ......................................... 65
Resetting when triggered ................. 66
Notes on breaking-in a new vehi-
cle ....................................................... 136
O
Occupant Classification System
(OCS)
Conditions ....................................... 58
Faults ............................................... 62
Operation ......................................... 58
System self-test ............................... 60
Occupant safety
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 67
Children in the vehicle ..................... 68
Important safety notes .................... 49
Introduction to the restraint sys-
tem ..................................................4 8
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 58
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator
lamps ............................................... 49
Pets in the vehicle ........................... 75
PRE-SAFE
®(anticipatory occu-
pant protection) ...............................6 6
PRE-SAFE
®PLUS (anticipatory
occupant protection PLUS) .............. 67
Restraint system warning lamp ........ 49
OCS
Conditions ....................................... 58
Faults ............................................... 62
Operation ......................................... 58
System self-test ...............................6 0
Odometer .......................................... .190
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
AMG menu ..................................... 190
Assistance menu ........................... 190
Audio menu ................................... 190
Convenience submenu .................. 190
Display messages .......................... 191
Displaying a service message ........2 66
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 161
Factory settings submenu ............. 190
Important safety notes .................. 188
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 190
Lighting submenu .......................... 190
Menu overview ..................... ......... 190
Message memory .......................... 191
Na
vigation menu ............................ 190
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Reversing featurePanorama sliding sunroof .............. 107
Roller sunblinds ............................. 109
Side windows ................................. 104
Sliding sunroof ............................... 107
Trunk lid/tailgate ............................. 97
Reversing lamps (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 191
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 29
Roller sunblind
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel .................................. 108
Rear side windows ......................... 251
Rear window .................................. 251
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 268
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 344
Route (navigation)
see Route guidance (navigation)
Route guidance
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 214
Route guidance (navigation) ............ 190
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 68
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
SD memory card
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 214
Search & Send
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 214
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt ......................... 53
Adjusting the height ......................... 52
center rear-compartment seat ......... 53
Cleaning ......................................... 268
Correct usage .................................. 51
Fastening ......................................... 52
Important safety guidelines ............. 50
Introduction ..................................... 50
Releasing ......................................... 53 Switching belt adjustment on/off
(on-board computer) ...................... 190
Warning lamp ................................. 202
Warning lamp (function) ................... 54
Seats
Active multicontour seat ................ 116
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 116
Adjusting the 4 ‑way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 116
Adjusting the head restraint .......... 116
Cleaning the cover ......................... 268
Correct driver's seat position ........ 114
Folding the backrest (rear com-
partment) forwards/back .............. 241
Important safety notes .................. 115
Seat heating problem .................... 117
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 117
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 116
Switching seat ventilation on/off .. 116
Securing cargo .................................. 242
Selecting stations
Radio ............................................. 235
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 268
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 190
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 342
Coolant (engine) ............................ 342
DEF special additives ..................... 341
Engine oil ....................................... 341
Fuel ................................................ 337
Important safety notes .................. 337
Refrigerant (air-conditioni ng sy
s-
tem) ............................................... 344
Washer fluid ................................... 343
Setting access data
Online and Internet ........................ 233
Setting the air distribution ............... 133
Setting the airflow ............................ 133
Setting the date/time format
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 214
Setting the language
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 214
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Stowage areas................................... 238
Stowage compartments
Armrest (under) ............................. 239
Center console .............................. 239
Cup holders ................................... 251
Display message) ........................... 191
Eyeglasses compartment ............... 239
Glove box ....................................... 239
Important safety information ......... 239
Rear ............................................... 239
Stowage net ................................... 239
Under driver's seat/front-
passenger seat .............................. 239
Stowage net ....................................... 239
Stowage well beneath the trunk
floor ....................................................2 48
Summer tires ..................................... 290
Sun visor ............................................ 251
Surround lighting (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................1 90
Suspension tuning
AIRMATIC ...................................... 167
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 190
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 133
T
Tachometer ........................................ 188
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 191
Tailgate
Display message ............................ 201
Emergency unlocking ..................... 103
Important safety notes .................... 96
Limiting the opening angle ............. 102
Opening dimensions ......................3 44
Opening/closing (automatically
from inside) ................................... 101
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside) ................................... 98
Opening/closing (from outside) ....... 97
Tank
see Fuel tank
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 37
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 337 Emergency spare wheel ................. 332
Information ....................................3
34
Tires/wheels ................................. 314
Vehicle data ................................... 344
Telephone
Accepting a call ..................... 190, 231
Authorizing a mobile phone (con-
necting) ......................................... 229
Connecting a mobile phone (gen-
eral information) ............................ 227
De-authorizing (disconnecting) a
mobile phone ................................. 231
Ending an active call ......................2 32
Entering phone numbers ................ 232
Establishing the connection from
the mobile phone ........................... 230
Making a call ................................. 232
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 190
Number from the phone book ........1 90
Reconnecting a mobile phone
automatically ................................. 231
Redialing ........................................ 190
Rejecting a call .............................. 232
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 190
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................2 14
Switching between mobile
phones ...........................................2 31
Using the telephone ....................... 231
Telephone number
Entering ......................................... 232
Telescopic rod (EASY-PACK load-
securing kit) ....................................... 248
Te
mperature
Coolant .......................................... 188
Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 190
Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 190
Outside temperature ......................1 88
Setting (climate control) ................ 133
Through-loading feature ................... 239
Timing (RACETIMER) ......................... 190
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 294
Checking manually ........................ 294
Display message ............................ 200
Maximum ....................................... 294
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 274
Notes ............................................. 292
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Towing a trailerCleaning the trailer tow hitch ......... 268
ESP
®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ...............................................8 4
Towing away
Important safety guidelines ........... 281
Installing the towing eye ................ 282
Removing the towing eye ............... 283
With both axles on the ground ....... 283
With the rear axle raised ................ 283
Towing eye ......................................... 270
Traffic reports
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 214
Traffic Sign Assist
Activating/deactivating the warn-
ing function .................................... 190
Function/notes ............................. 176
Important safety notes .................. 177
Instrument cluster display ............. 177
Transfer case ..................................... 145
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission position display ......... 143
Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ...................... 143
Transporting the vehicle .................. 283
Trim pieces (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 268
Trip computer (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 190
Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 190
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 190
Trunk
Emergency release ........................ 103
Important safety notes .................... 96
Locking separately ......................... 102
Opening/closing (automatically
from inside) ................................... 101
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside) ................................... 98
Opening/closing (from outside,
HANDS-FREE ACCESS) .................... 99
Opening/closing (manually from
outside) ............................................ 97 Trunk lid
Display message ............................ 191
Opening dimensions ...................... 344
Trunk load (maximum) ...................... 344
Turn signals
Changing bulbs (front) ................... 125
Display mes sage ............................ 191
Sw
itching on/off ........................... 121
Two-way radio
Frequencies ................................... 334
Installation ..................................... 334
Transmission output (maximum) .... 334
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
UnlockingEmergency unlocking ....................... 96
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 95
V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........ 252
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 32
Data acquisition ............................... 33
Display message ............................ 201
Equipment ....................................... 28
Individual settings .......................... 190
Limited Warranty ............................. 32
Loading .......................................... 298
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 96
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 90
Lowering ........................................ 313
Maintenance .................................... 29
Parking for a long period ................ 153
Pulling away ................................... 140
Raising ........................................... 310
Reporting problems ......................... 32
Securing from rolling away ............ 310
Towing away .................................. 281
Transporting .................................. 283
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 96
Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 90
Vehicle data ................................... 344
Vehicle data ....................................... 344
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an accident, no longer withstand the strain
they are designed to.
If the underbody paneling is damaged,
combustible materials such as leaves,
grass or twigs can gather between the
underbody and the underbody paneling. If
these materials come in contact with hot
parts of the exhaust system, they can catch
fire.
In such situations, have the vehicle
checked and repaired immediately at a
qualified specialist workshop. If on con-
tinuing your journey you notice that driving
safety is impaired, pull over and stop the
vehicle immediately, paying attention to
road and traffic conditions. In such cases,
consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Declarations of conformity
Vehicle components which receive
and/or transmit radio waves
USA: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Oper-
ation is subject to the following two condi-
tions: 1) These devices may not cause harm-
ful interference, and 2) These devices must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired oper-
ation. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment."
Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Industry Canada license-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) These devices
may not cause interference, and (2) These
devices must accept any interference, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device."
Diagnostics connection
The diagnostics connection is only intended
for the connection of diagnostic equipment at
a qualified specialist workshop.
GWARNING
If you connect equipment to the diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, itmay affect the
operation of the vehicle systems. As a result,
the operating safety of the vehicle could be
affected. There isa risk of an accident.
Do not connect any equipment to a diagnos-
tics connection inthe vehicle.
GWARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.
The operating and road safety of the vehicle is
je opardized. There is a risk of an accident.
Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are
stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter
the driver's footwell. Install the floormats
securely and as specified in order to ensure
sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use
loose floormats and do not place floormats on
top of one another.
!If the engine is switched off and equip-
ment on the diagnostics connection is
used, the starter battery may discharge.
Connecting equipment to the diagnostics
connection can lead to emissions monitoring
information being reset, for example. This
may lead to the vehicle failing to meet the
requirements of the next emissions test dur-
ing the main inspection.
Qualified specialist workshop
An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a
qualified specialist workshop. It has the nec-
essary specialist knowledge, tools and quali-
fications to correctly carry out the work
required on your vehicle. This is especially the
case for work relevant to safety.
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QR codes for the rescue card
The QR codes are secured in the fuel filler flap
and on the opposite side on the B-pillar. In the event of an accident, rescue services can use
the QR code to quickly find the appropriate
rescue card for your vehicle. The current res-
cue card contains the most important infor-
mation about your vehicle in a compact form,
e.g. the routing of the electric cables.
You can find more information under https://
portal.aftersales.i.daimler.com/public/
content/asportal/en/communication/
informationen_fuer/QRCode.html.
Data stored in the vehicle
Data recording
This vehicle is capable of recording diagnostic
information relating to vehicle operation, mal-
functions, and user settings. This may include information about the performance or status
of various systems, including but not limited
to, engine, throttle, steering or brake sys-
tems, that is stored and can be read out with
suitable devices, particularly when the vehi-
cle is serviced. The data obtained is used to
properly diagnose and service your vehicle or
to further optimize and develop vehicle func-
tions.
COMAND/mbrace (Canada: TELEAID)
If the vehicle is equipped with COMAND or
mbrace, additional data about the vehicle’s
operation, the use of the vehicle in certain
situations, and the location of the vehicle may
be compiled through COMAND or the mbrace
system.
For additional information please refer to theCOMAND User Manual and/or the mbrace
Terms and Conditions.
Event data recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an event data
recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR
is to record data that will assist in under-
standing how a vehicle’s systems performed
in certain crash or near crash-like situations,
such as during air bag deployment or when
hitting a road obstacle. The EDR is designed
to record data related to vehicle dynamics
and safety systems for a short period of time,
typically 30 seconds or less.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record
such data as:
Rhow various systems in your vehicle are
operating
Rwhether or not the driver and passenger
seat belts are fastened
Rhow far (if at all) the driver is depressing the
accelerator and/or brake pedal and
Rhow fast the vehicle is traveling
This data can help provide a better under-
standing of the circumstances in which
crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data is
recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial
crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and
no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age,
and crash location) are recorded. However,
other parties, such as law enforcement, can
combine the EDR data with the type of per-
sonal identification data routinely acquired
during a crash investigation.
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 the
Crash Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used to
extract data from the EDR is commercially
available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
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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.
iRead the information on qualified special-
ist workshops (
Ypage 31).
Panic alarm
XTo activate: press the!button :for
approximately one second.
A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
alarm system is armed.
XTo deactivate: press the!button :
again.
or
XInsert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
or, on vehicles with KEYLESS ‑GO:
XPress the Start/Stop button.
The SmartKey must be in the vehicle.
Occupant safety
Restraint system: introduction
The restraint system can reduce the risk of
vehicle occupants coming into contact with
parts of the vehicle's interior in the event of
an accident. The restraint system can also
reduce the forces to which vehicle occupants
are subjected during an accident.
The restraint system comprises:
RSeat belt system
RAir bags
RChild restraint system
RChild seat securing systems
The components of the restraint system work
in conjunction with each other. They can only
deploy their protective function if, at all times,
all vehicle occupants:
Rhave fastened their seat belts correctly
(
Ypage 51)
Rhave adjusted their seat and head restraint
properly (
Ypage 115).
As the driver, you also have to make sure that
the steering wheel is adjusted correctly.
Observe the information relating to the cor-
rect driver's seat position (
Ypage 114).
You also have to make sure that an air bag can inflate properly if deployed (
Ypage 54).
An air bag supplements a correctly worn seat
belt. As an additional safety device, the air
bag increases the level of protection for vehi-
cle occupants in the event of an accident. For
example, if, in the event of an accident, the
protection offered by the seat belt is suffi-
cient, the air bags are not deployed. When an
accident occurs, only the air bags that
increase protection in that particular accident
situation are deployed. However, seat belts
and air bags generally do not protect against objects penetrating the vehicle from the out-
side.
Information on restraint system operation
can be found under "Triggering of the Emer-
gency Tensioning Devices and air bags"
(
Ypage 63).
48Occupant safety
Safety
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tion. This poses an increased risk of injury or
even fatal injury.
Make sure that all vehicle occupants are
seated properly with a correctly fastened seatbelt.
GWARNING
The seat belt does not offer the intended level of protection if you have not moved the back-
rest to an almost vertical position. When brak-
ing or in the event of an accident, you could
slide underneath the seat belt and sustain
abdomen or neck injuries, for example. This
poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Adjust the seat properly before beginning
your journey. Always ensure that the backrest
is in an almost vertical position and that the
shoulder section of your seat belt is routed
across the center of your shoulder.
GWARNING
Persons under 5 ft (1.50 m) in heightcannot
fasten the seat belt correctly without an addi- tional suitable restraint system. If the seat
belt is incorrectly fastened, it cannot protect
as intended. Furthermore, an incorrectly fas-
tened seat belt can cause additional injury, for
example, in an accident, during braking or an
abrupt change of direction. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
For this reason, always secure persons under
5 ft (1.50 m) in height in suitable restrain t
systems.
If a child younger than twelve years old and
under 5 ft (1.50 m) in height istraveling in the
vehicle:
Ralways secure the child in a child restraint
system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz
vehicle. The child restraint system must be
appropriate to the age, weight and size of
the child
Ralways observe the instructions and safety
notes in the "Children in the vehicle" sec-
tion of this Operator's Manual (
Ypage 68) in addition to the child
restraint system manufacturer's installa-
tion instructions
Rbe sure to observe the instructions and
safety notes on the "Occupant classifica-
tion system (OCS)" (
Ypage 58)
GWARNING
The seat belts may not perform their intended protective function if:
Rthey are damaged, modified, extremely
dirty, bleach or dyed
Rthe seat belt buckle is damaged or
extremely dirty
Rthe Emergency Tensioning Devices, belt
anchorages or inertia reels have been modi-
fied
Seat belts may sustain non-visible damage in an accident, e.g. due to glass splinters. Modi-
fied or damaged seat belts may tear or fail,
e.g. in an accident. Modified Emergency Ten-
sioning Devices could accidentally trigger or
fail to deploy when necessary. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Never modify the seat belts, Emergency Ten-
sioning Devices, belt anchorages or inertia
reels. Make sure that the seat belts are
undamaged, not worn out and clean. Follow-
ing an accident, have the seat belts checked
immediately at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
Only use seat belts that have been approved
for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Any such
modifications could invalidate the vehicle's
general operating permit.
Proper use of the seat belts
Observe the safety notes on the seat belt
(
Ypage 50).
All vehicle occupants must be wearing the
seat belt correctly before beginning the jour-
ney. Also make sure that all vehicle occu-
pants are always wearing the seat belt cor-
rectly while the vehicle is in motion.
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