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239 Malfunction and warning messages
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Malfunction and warning messages in the
multifunction display
Malfunction and warning messages for the following
systems will be displayed immediately in the
multifunction display.
These messages can be cleared from the instrument
cluster by:
•using the J button on the instrument cluster, or
•pressing buttonj, k, è or ÿ on the
multifunction steering wheel.
They are then stored in the malfunction message
memory. See page 108. Notes:
Certain malfunction and warning messages are
accompanied by an audible signal.
Malfunction and warning messages in red are always
accompanied by an audible signal.
Temporary messages such as “SWITCH OFF LIGHTS”
will not be stored in the malfunction message memory.
Wa r n i n g !
All messages contain important information which
should be taken note of and, where malfunction
indicated, addressed as soon as possible at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.Failure to repair condition noted may cause
damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warrant y, or resu lt in property damage or personal
injury.

247 Malfunction and warning messages
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index LIGHTING SYSTEMWhen the message appears after starting the engine, or
if it come on while driving, this indicates a failure in the
parking lamp, taillamp, stop lamp, or low beam
headlamp. See page 285 for instructions on replacing
bulbs.
If an exterior lamp fails, the message will appear only
when that lamp is switched on.
If a brake lamp fails, the message will appear when
applying the brake and stays on until the engine is
turned off.
Note:
If additional lighting is installed (e.g. auxiliary
headlamps etc.) be certain to connect into the fuse
before the failure indicator monitoring unit order to
avoid damaging the system.
Line 1 Line 2
LAMP DEFECTIVE CHECK LAMPS!
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE VISIT WORKSHOP!

248 Malfunction and warning messages
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LIGHT SENSOR
With the electronic key removed and the driver’s door
open, a wa rning sou nds a nd t he message “ SWITCH O FF
LIGHTS!” appears in the multifunction indicator if the
vehicle’s exterior lamps (except standing lamps) are not
switched off.REMOVE KEY
This message plus an audible alarm indicate that the
electronic key is in steering lock position 0 or 1, and the
driver’s door is open.
P54.30-3573-21

280 Jump starting
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Proceed as follows:
1. Position the vehicle with the charged battery so that
the jumper cables will reach, but never let the
vehicles touch. Make sure the jumper cables do not
have loose or missing insulation.
2. On both vehicles:
•Turn off engine and all lights and accessories,
except hazard warning flashers or work lights.
•Apply parking brake and shift selector lever to
position “P”.
Important!
3. Lift cover (1) and clamp one end of the first jumper
cable to the positive (+) under hood terminal (2) of
the discharged battery and the other end to the
positive (+) terminal of the charged battery. Make
sure the cable clamps do not touch any other metal
parts.

330 Index
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Parking lamps ..................................................288, 289
Replacing bulbs .........................................................285
Side marker lamp, front ...........................................290
Standing lamps ................................................. 288, 289
Taillamp assemblies .................................................289
Turn signal lamps ............................................ 288, 289
FFirst aid kit .....................................................................254
Flexible service system (FSS) .......................................114
Four wheel electronic traction system
(4MATIC) with Electronic Stability
Program (ESP) ........................................................... 219
Fuel ..................................................................................229
Gasoline Additives ....................................................322
Premium unleaded gasoline ..................229, 319, 321
Fuel cap placement warning ........................................236
Fuel Requirements ........................................................ 321
Fuel reserve warning ....................................................236
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities ............... 318
Fuses, electrical .............................................................255
GGarage door opener ....................................................... 171
Gasoline
Additives .................................................................... 322
Fuel Requirements ...................................................321
Premium unleaded .................................................. 229
General notes on the
central locking system ............................................... 28
Glove box ......................................................................... 163HHazard warning flasher switch ................................... 125
Head restraints
Front seat .....................................................................52
Rear seat ....................................................................... 53
Synchronizing ............................................................. 48
Headlamp cleaning system ........................................... 121
Headlights ....................................................................... 122
Heated seats ......................................................................55
Hood ................................................................................ 257

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IIdentification labels .......................................................309
Illuminated vanity mirrors ........................................... 161
Indicator lamps in the
instrument cluster ............................................. 88, 234
Individual settings ..........................................................110
Infant and child restraint systems ................................ 78
Information call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 178
Instrument cluster ........................................................... 86
Activating ..................................................................... 89
Illumination ................................................................. 89
Indicator lamps ........................................................... 88
Instruments and controls ............................................... 18
Interior
General notes ............................................................. 162
Interior lighting ............................................................. 159JJump starting ..................................................................279
KKeys, vehicle .....................................................................24LLamps, exterior
Fog lamps ...........................................................119, 289
Headlamps ........................................ 119, 247, 286, 302
Parking lamps ...........................................119, 288, 289
Replacing bulbs ........................................................ 285
Side marker lamp, front ...................................119, 290
Standing lamps .........................................119, 288, 289
Taillamps .......................................... 119, 247, 289, 302
Layout of poly-V-belt drive ............................................ 311
LIGHT SENSOR -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 248
Lighter ............................................................................. 168
LIGHTING SYSTEM -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 247
Limp home mode ............................................................201
Locking and unlocking .................................................... 31

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MMaintenance ................................................................... 177
Malfunction and indicator lamp
in the center console ................................................238
Malfunction and indicator lamps
in the instrument cluster .........................................234
Malfunction and warning messages ...........................239
ABS-SYSTEM .............................................................242
BATTERY / ALTERNATOR ....................................... 241
BRAKE ASSIST ..........................................................242
BRAKE FLUID ............................................................243
BRAKE LINING WEAR .............................................243
COOLANT (coolant level) .........................................245
COOLANT TEMP. .......................................................246
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) .........240
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) ...............240
ELEC. STABIL. PROG. ...............................................252
ENGINE FAN ..............................................................244
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ..................................................250
LIGHT SENSOR .........................................................248
LIGHTING SYSTEM ...................................................247
PARKING BRAKE ......................................................244
REMOVE KEY ............................................................248
STEERING GEAR OIL ...............................................249
TELE AID ....................................................................249WASHER FLUID ......................................................... 251
Malfunction message memory ....................................108
Manual release for fuel filler flap .............................. 296
Mechanical keys ............................................................... 34
Memory ................................................................ 49, 81, 84
Recalling ....................................................................... 50
Storing ........................................................................... 49
Mirror, exterior, adjusting ..............................................83
Mirror, exterior, rear view ..............................................83
Mirror, inside, rear view ................................................. 82
Multicontour seat ............................................................. 54
Multifunction display ...................................................... 92
Audio systems ..............................................................97
Engine oil level indicator ...........................................96
FSS (Flexible service system) ................................... 96
Individual settings .................................................... 110
Malfunction message memory ............................... 108
Navigation system .....................................................105
Telephone ...................................................................100
Trip and main odometer ............................................ 96
Trip computer ............................................................106
Vehicle speed ............................................................... 96
Multifunction steering wheel .........................................92
Setting the audio volume ......................................... 113

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Trunk ................................................................................. 39
Remote opening .......................................................... 29
Separately locked ........................................................ 40
Trunk lamp .....................................................................298
Trunk lid
Emergency release ..................................................... 42
Release switch ............................................................. 41
Turn signal failure ......................................................... 122
Turn signals .................................................................... 122
VVanity mirrors ................................................................ 161
Vehicle jack .....................................................................265
Vehicle tools ....................................................................264WWarranty coverage .........................................................308
WASHER FLUID - malfunction and
warning messages .................................................... 251
What you should know at the gas station ..................229Wheels ............................................................................ 266
Changing .................................................................... 271
Light alloy wheels .................................................... 304
Rims and tires ........................................................... 313
Rotating ..................................................................... 267
Spare wheel ..............................................268, 269, 270
Where to find it ................................................................ 13
Windshield and headlamp washer
fluid mixing ratio ..................................................... 263
Windshield and headlamp
washer system
Refilling ..................................................................... 263
Winter driving ................................................................ 210
Winter driving instructions ......................................... 209
Wiper blade
Replacing insert ....................................................... 296