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surface and tire conditions. Select a set
speed suitable for the prevailing conditions
and when necessary, apply the brakes
manually.
GWARNING
If the speed driven and the set speed deviate
and you activate DSR on a slippery road
surface, the wheels may lose traction. If the
wheels lose traction. the vehicle can no longer
be steered. There is an increased danger of
skidding and accidents.
Never activate DSR on slippery road surfaces.
Activating DSR
GWARNING
If you drive faster than the set speed and
activate DSR, the vehicle will decelerate on
downhill gradients. If you do not know the set
speed, the vehicle could decelerate
unexpectedly. There is a risk of an accident.
Decelerate the vehicle to the set speed before
activating DSR. If you do not know what the
stored set speed is, store the desired set
speed again.
Example: vehicles with the ON&OFFROAD package
CDSR button
DDSR indicator lamp
XPress buttonC.
Indicator lampDlights up.
The

General notes
CLOW RANGE off-road gear button
DLOW RANGE off-road gear indicator lamp
HIGH RANGEPosition for all normal on-
road driving conditions
LOW RANGEOff-road position for
driving off-road and
fording
The transmission ratio
between the engine and
wheels is only
approximately one third of
that in the HIGH RANGE
road position. Drive torque
is thus proportionately
higher.
Do not use LOW RANGE:
Ron slippery road
surfaces, e.g. in the case
of slush
Ron snow or ice-covered
roads
Rif you have mounted
snow chains to your
vehicle
The LOW RANGE off-road gear assists you in
driving off-road and when fording. When LOW
RANGE is engaged, the engine’s performance
characteristics and the gearshifting
characteristics of the automatic transmission
are adapted for this purpose.
Further information about "Driving off-road"
(Ypage 197). You will find information about
driving safety systems in conjunction with
LOW RANGE in the "Safety" section
(Ypage 66).
From HIGH RANGE to LOW RANGE
!Only change from LOW RANGE to HIGH
RANGE if:
Rthe engine is running.
Rthe transmission is in positionN
Ryou are driving at a speed below
40 km/h
XPress LOW RANGE buttonC.
Indicator lampDflashes.
When the gear change is complete,
indicator lampDlights up. LOW RANGE
indicator appears in the multifunction
display and in the status indicator.
While indicator lampDis flashing, you can
cancel the gear change by pressing LOW
RANGE buttonCagain.
iYou cannot activate LOW RANGE if the
SPORT on-road program is activated. The
LOW RANGE Not in Drive ProgramLOW RANGE Not in Drive Program
SPORTSPORTmessage then appears in the
multifunction display.
From LOW RANGE to HIGH RANGE
!Only change from LOW RANGE to HIGH
RANGE if:
Rthe engine is running.
Rthe transmission is in positionN
Ryou are driving at a speed below
70 km/h
XPress LOW RANGE buttonC.
Indicator lampDflashes.
When the gear change is complete,
indicator lampDgoes out. In the
multifunction display, theLOW RANGE OffLOW RANGE Off
message appears and status indicator

of the towing vehicle, as the latter is
equipped with an anti-lock brake system.
Doing so will result in a loss of function of
the brake systems of both the vehicle and
the trailer.
XMake sure that the automatic transmission
is set to positionP.
XApply the vehicle's electric parking brake.
XStart the engine.
XVehicles with the AIRMATIC package:
select highway level.
XVehicles with ADS:set ADS toAUTOor
COMF.
XSwitch off the engine.
XClose all doors and the tailgate.
XCouple up the trailer.
XEstablish all electrical connections.
XCheck that the trailer lighting system is
working.
iVehicles with the AIRMATIC package:
with a trailer attached, the vehicle will
always remain at highway level. When
coupling up a trailer, please observe the
following:
RUnless highway level has been set
manually, the vehicle is automatically
lowered to highway level. This is the case
if a speed of 5 mph(8km/h) is reached.
RHigh-speed level is not available.
These restrictions apply to all accessories
powered through a connection to the trailer
power socket of your vehicle, e.g. a bicycle
carrier.
Observe the maximum permissible trailer
dimensions (width and length).
Most U.S. states and all Canadian provinces
require by law:
RSafety chains between the towing vehicle
and the trailer. The chains should be cross-
wound under the trailer drawbar. They must
be fastened to the vehicle's trailer
coupling, not to the bumper or the axle.
Leave enough play in the chains to make
tight cornering possible.
RA separate brake system for certain types
of trailer.
RA safety switch for braked trailers. Check
the specific legal requirements applicable
to your state.
If the trailer detaches from the towing
vehicle, the safety switch applies the
trailer's brakes.
Towing a trailer
There are numerous legal requirements
concerning the towing of a trailer, e.g. speed
restrictions. Make sure that your vehicle/
trailer combination complies with the local
requirements not only in your area of
residence but also at any location to which
you are traveling. The police and local
authorities can provide reliable information.
Please observe the following when towing a
trailer:
RIn order to accumulate driving experience
and accustom yourself to the new handling
characteristics, practice the following at a
location where there is no traffic:
-Cornering
-Stopping
-Backing up
RBefore driving, check:
-the trailer tow hitch
-the safety switch for braked trailers
-the safety chains
-electrical connections
-the lights
-the wheels
RAdjust the exterior mirrors to provide an
unobstructed view of the rear section of the
trailer.
RIf the trailer has electronically controlled
brakes, pull away carefully. Brake manually
using the brake controller and check
whether the brakes function correctly.
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Driving an d parking
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Useful information
iThis Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional
equipment 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
specialist workshops: (Ypage 28).
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If you operate information systems and
communication equipment integrated in the
vehicle while driving, you will be distracted
from traffic conditions. You could also lose
control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an
accident.
Only operate the equipment when the traffic
situation permits. If you are not sure that this
is possible, park the vehicle paying attention
to traffic conditions and operate the
equipment when the vehicle is stationary.
GWARNING
If the instrument cluster has failed or
malfunctioned, you may not recognize
function restrictions in systems relevant to
safety. The operating safety of your vehicle
may be impaired. There is a risk of an
accident.
Drive on carefully. Have the vehicle checked
at a qualified specialist workshop
immediately.
You must observe the legal requirements for
the country in which you are currently driving
when operating the on-board computer.
The on-board computer only shows messages
or warnings from certain systems in the
multifunction display. You should therefore
make sure your vehicle is operating safely at
all times. Otherwise, a vehicle that is not
operating safely may cause an accident.
For an overview, see the instrument panel
illustration (Ypage 33).
Displays and operation
Instrument cluster lighting
The lighting in the instrument cluster, in the
displays and the controls in the vehicle
interior can be adjusted using the brightness
control knob.
The brightness control knob is located on the
bottom left of the instrument cluster
(Ypage 33).
XTurn the brightness control knob clockwise
or counter-clockwise.
If the light switch is set toX,`or
X, the brightness is dependent upon
the brightness of the ambient light.
iThe light sensor in the instrument cluster
automatically controls the brightness of
the multifunction display.
In daylight, the displays in the instrument
cluster are not illuminated.
Coolant temperature display
GWARNING
Opening the hood when the engine is
overheated or when there is a fire in the
engine compartment could expose you to hot
gases or other service products. There is a
risk of injury.
Let an overheated engine cool down before
opening the hood. If there is a fire in the
engine compartment, keep the hood closed
and contact the fire department.
!A display message is shown if the coolant
temperature is too high.
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If the coolant temperature is over
248 ‡(120 †), do not continue driving. The
engine will otherwise be damaged.
The coolant temperature gauge is in the
instrument cluster on the right-hand side
(Ypage 33).
Under normal operating conditions and with
the specified coolant level, the coolant
temperature may rise to 248 ‡ (120 †).
Tachometer
!Do not drive in the overrevving range, as
this could damage the engine.
The red band in the tachometer indicates the
engine's overrevving range.
The fuel supply is interrupted to protect the
engine when the red band is reached.
Outside temperature display
You should pay special attention to road
conditions when temperatures are around
freezing point.
The outside temperature display is in the
multifunction display (Ypage 274).
Changes in the outside temperature are
displayed after a short delay.
Speedometer with segments
The segments in the speedometer indicate
which speed range is available.
RCruise control activated (Ypage 201):
The segments light up from the stored
speed to the maximum speed.
RDISTRONIC PLUS activated (Ypage 203):
One or two segments in the set speed
range light up.
RDISTRONIC PLUS detects a vehicle in front:
The segments between the speed of the
vehicle in front and the stored speed light
up.
Operating the on-board computer
Overview
CMultifunction display
DSwitches on the Voice Control System;
see the separate operating instructions

Activating/deactivating Lane Keeping
Assist
XPressYoreon the steering wheel
to select theDriveAssistDriveAssistmenu.
XPresscordto selectLaneLane
Keeping AssistKeeping Assist.
XPress thevbutton.
The current selection is displayed.
XPressvto confirm.
XPress thedorcbutton to setOffOff,
StandardStandardorAdaptiveAdaptive.
When Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane
Keeping Assist is activated, the
multifunction display shows the lane
markings as bright lines in the assistance
graphic.
XPress thevbutton to save the setting.
For further information about Lane Keeping
Assist, see (Ypage 245).
For further information about Active Lane
Keeping Assist, see (Ypage 251).
Maintenance menu
In theServServmenu, you have the following
options:
RCalling up display messages in message
memory (Ypage 290)
RRestarting the tire pressure loss warning
system (Ypage 412)
RChecking the tire pressure electronically
(Ypage 412)
RCalling up the service due date
(Ypage 375)
Settings menu
Introduction
In theSett.Sett.menu, you have the following
options:
RChanging the instrument cluster settings
(Ypage 282)
RChanging the light settings (Ypage 283)
RChanging the vehicle settings
(Ypage 284)
RChanging the convenience settings
(Ypage 285)
RRestoring the factory settings
(Ypage 286)
Instrument cluster submenu
Selecting the unit of measurement for
distance
TheDisplay Unit Speed-/Odometer:Display Unit Speed-/Odometer:
function allows you to choose whether
certain displays appear in kilometers or miles
in the multifunction display.
You can determine whether the multifunction
display shows some messages in miles or
kilometers.
XPress theYorebutton on the
steering wheel to select theSett.Sett.menu.
XPress thedorcbutton to select the
Instrument ClusterInstrument Clustersubmenu.
XPressvto confirm.
XPress thedorcbutton to select the
Display Unit Speed-/Odometer:Display Unit Speed-/Odometer:
function.
You will see the selected setting:kmkmor
milesmiles.
XPress thevbutton to save the setting.
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The selected unit of measurement for
distance applies to:
RDigital speedometer in theTripTripmenu
ROdometer and the trip odometer
RTrip computer
RCurrent consumption and the range
RNavigation instructions in theNaviNavimenu
RCruise control
RDISTRONIC PLUS
RASSYST PLUS service interval display
Selecting the permanent display function
You can determine whether the multifunction
display permanently shows your speed or the
outside temperature.
XPress theYorebutton on the
steering wheel to select theSettSettmenu.
XPress thedorcbutton to select the
Instrument ClusterInstrument Clustersubmenu.
XPressvto confirm.
XPress thedorcbutton to select the
Permanent Display:Permanent Display:function.
You will see the selected settingOutsideOutside
TemperatureTemperatureorAdditionalAdditional
Speedometer [km/h]Speedometer [km/h](USA)/
Additional Speedometer [mph]Additional Speedometer [mph]
(Canada).
XPress thevbutton to save the setting.
iThe speed is shown in km/h (USA)/mph
(Canada).
Light submenu
Setting the daytime running lamps
iThis function is not available in Canada.
XPress theYorebutton on the
steering wheel to select theSett.Sett.menu.
XPress thedorcbutton to select the
LightLightsubmenu.
XPressvto confirm.
XPressdorcto select theDaytimeDaytime
Running LightsRunning Lightsfunction.
If theDaytime Running LightsDaytime Running Lightsfunction
has been switched on, the cone of light and
the

Surround lighting and exterior lighting
delayed switch-off
XPress theYorebutton on the
steering wheel to select theSett.Sett.menu.
XPress thedorcbutton to select the
LightsLightssubmenu.
XPressvto confirm.
XPressdorcto select the
Surround LightingSurround Lightingfunction.
When theSurround LightingSurround Lightingfunction is
activated, the light cone and the area
around the vehicle are displayed in orange
in the multifunction display.
XPress thevbutton to save the setting.
Deactivating delayed switch-off of the
exterior lighting temporarily:
XBefore leaving the vehicle, turn the
SmartKey to position0in the ignition lock.
XTurn the SmartKey to position2in the
ignition lock.
The exterior lighting delayed switch-off is
deactivated.
Delayed switch-off of the exterior lighting is
reactivated the next time you start the
engine.
If you have activated theSurroundSurround
LightingLightingfunction and the light switch is set
toX, the following functions are activated
when it is dark:
Rsurround lighting:the exterior lighting
remains lit for 40 seconds after unlocking
with the SmartKey. If you start the engine,
the surround lighting is switched off and
automatic headlamp mode is activated
(Ypage 128).
Rexterior lighting delayed switch-off:the
exterior lighting remains lit for
60 seconds after the engine is switched off.
If you close all the doors and the tailgate,
the exterior lighting goes off after
5 seconds.
iDepending on your vehicle's equipment,
when the surround lighting and delayed
switch-off exterior lighting are on, the
following light up:
RParking lamps
RDaytime running lamps
RSide marker lamps
RSurround lighting in the exterior mirrors
Activating/deactivating the interior
lighting delayed switch-off
If you activate theInterior LightingInterior Lighting
DelayDelayfunction, the interior lighting remains
on for 20 seconds after you remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock.
XPress theYorebutton on the
steering wheel to select theSettSettmenu.
XPress thedorcbutton to select the
LightLightsubmenu.
XPressvto confirm.
XPress thedorcbutton to select the
Interior Lighting DelayfInterior Lighting Delayffunction.
If theInteriorInteriorLightingLightingDelayDelayfunction
has been switched on, the vehicle interior
is displayed in orange in the multifunction
display.
XPress thevbutton to save the setting.
Vehicle submenu
Activating/deactivating the automatic
door locking mechanism
If you activate theAutomatic Door LockAutomatic Door Lock
function, the vehicle is centrally locked above
a speed of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h).
XPress theYorebutton on the
steering wheel to select theSettSettmenu.
XPress thedorcbutton to select the
VehicleVehiclesubmenu.
XPressvto confirm.
XPress thedorcbutton to select the
Automatic Door LockAutomatic Door Lockfunction.
When theAutomaticAutomaticDoorDoorLockLockfunction
is activated, the vehicle doors are displayed
in orange in the multifunction display.
XPress thevbutton to save the setting.
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For further information on the automatic
locking feature, see (Ypage 88).
Activating/deactivating the acoustic
locking verification signal
If you switch on theAcousticAcousticLockLockfunction,
an acoustic signal sounds when you lock the
vehicle.
XPress theYorebutton on the
steering wheel to select theSett.Sett.menu.
XPressdorcto select theVehicleVehicle
submenu.
XPressvto confirm.
XPress thedorcbutton to select the
Acoustic LockAcoustic Lockfunction.
If theAcousticAcousticLockLockfunction is activated,
the7symbol in the multifunction
display lights up orange.
XPress thevbutton to save the setting.
Activating/deactivating the radar sensor
system
XPress theYorebutton on the
steering wheel to select theSett.Sett.menu.
XPressdorcto select theVehicleVehicle
submenu.
XPressvto confirm.
XPress thecordbutton to select
Radar Sensor (See Oper. Manual):Radar Sensor (See Oper. Manual):.
You will see the selected setting:EnabledEnabled
orDisabledDisabled.
XPress thevbutton to save the setting.
The following systems are switched off when
the radar sensor system is deactivated:
RDISTRONIC PLUS (Ypage 203)
RBAS PLUS (Ypage 68)
RPRE-SAFE®Brake (Ypage 75)
RBlind Spot Assist (Ypage 243)
RActive Blind Spot Assist (Ypage 247)
Convenience submenu
Activating/deactivating the EASY-
ENTRY/EXIT feature
GWARNING
When the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature adjusts
the steering wheel, you and other vehicle
occupants – particularly children – could
become trapped. There is a risk of injury.
While the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature is
making adjustments, make sure that no one
has any body parts in the sweep of the
steering wheel.
If somebody becomes trapped:
Rpress one of the memory function position
buttons, or
Rmove the switch for steering wheel
adjustment in the opposite direction to that
in which the steering wheel is moving.
The adjustment process is stopped.
XPress theYorebutton on the
steering wheel to select theSettSettmenu.
XPress thedorcbutton to select the
ConvenienceConveniencesubmenu.
XPressvto confirm.
XPress thedorcbutton to select the
Easy Entry/Exit:Easy Entry/Exit:function.
If theEasy Entry/ExitEasy Entry/Exitfunction is
activated, the vehicle steering wheel is
displayed in orange in the multifunction
display.
XPress thevbutton to save the setting.
Further information on the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT
feature (Ypage 121).
Switching the belt adjustment on/off
XPress theYorebutton on the
steering wheel to select theSett.Sett.menu.
XPress thedorcbutton to select the
ConvenienceConveniencesubmenu.
XPressvto confirm.
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XPress thedorcbutton to select the
Belt AdjustmentBelt Adjustmentfunction.
If theBelt AdjustmentBelt Adjustmentfunction is
activated, the vehicle seat belt is shown in
orange in the multifunction display.
XPress thevbutton to save the setting.
For further information on belt adjustment,
see (Ypage 57).
Switching the fold-in mirrors with the
locking feature on/off
This function is only available on vehicles with
the memory function (Ypage 125).
When you activate theAuto. MirrorAuto. Mirror
FoldingFoldingfunction, the exterior mirrors are
folded in when the vehicle is locked. If you
unlock the vehicle and then open a door, the
exterior mirrors fold out again.
XPress theYorebutton on the
steering wheel to select theSett.Sett.menu.
XPress thedorcbutton to select the
ConvenienceConveniencesubmenu.
XPressvto confirm.
XPressdorcto select theAuto.Auto.
Mirror FoldingMirror Foldingfunction.
If theAuto. Mirror FoldingAuto. Mirror Foldingfunction is
activated, the vehicle's exterior mirror is
displayed in orange in the multifunction
display.
XPress thevbutton to save the setting.
CTo fold the exterior mirrors in or out
If you have switched theAuto. MirrorAuto. Mirror
FoldingFoldingon and you fold the exterior mirrors
in using buttonC, they will not fold out
automatically (Ypage 123).
You can then only fold out the exterior mirrors
using buttonC.
Restoring the factory settings
XPress theYorebutton on the
steering wheel to select theSett.Sett.menu.
XPress thedorcbutton to select the
Factory SettingFactory Settingsubmenu.
XPressvto confirm.
TheReset All Settings?Reset All Settings?message
appears.
XPress thedorcbutton to select
NoNoorYesYes.
XPressvto confirm the selection.
If you selectYesYes, the multifunction display
shows a confirmation message.
For safety reasons, theDaytime RunningDaytime Running
LightsLightsfunction in theLightsLightssubmenu is
only reset if the vehicle is stationary.
ON&OFFROAD menu
Example: multifunction display
XPress theYorebutton on the
steering wheel to select theON&OFFROADON&OFFROAD
menu.
You can set the current settings to appear in
theON&OFFROADON&OFFROADmenu:
ROn-road program (Ypage 253)
ROff-road program (Ypage 258)
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