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Driving safet y systems
AB S (Anti-loc k Braking System) ...... .6 5
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 73
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 68
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 66
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS ................................................ 66
Distance warning function ............... 67
EBD (electronic brake force distri-
bution) ............................................. 72
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 69
Important safety information ........... 65
Overview .......................................... 65
STEER CONTROL ............................. 73
Driving system
Start-off assist ............................... 194
Driving systems
Active Parking Assist ..................... 203
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 196
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 211
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 213
Cruise control ................................ 184
Display message ............................ 253
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 186
HOLD function ............................... 193
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 215
Lane Tracking package .................. 213
PARKTRONIC ................................. 200
RACE START (AMG vehicles) .......... 195
Rear view camera .......................... 208
Driving tips
Automatic transmission ................. 163
Brakes ........................................... 177
Break-in period .............................. 148
Checking brake lining thickness .... 178
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 192
Downhill gradient ........................... 177
Drinking and driving ....................... 175
Driving in winter ............................. 179
Driving on flooded roads ................ 179
Driving on sand .............................. 182
Driving on wet roads ...................... 179
Exhaust check ............................... 175
Fuel ................................................ 175
General .......................................... 174
Hydroplaning ................................. 179 Icy road surfaces ........................... 179
Limited braking efficiency on sal-
ted roads ....................................... 177
Off-road driving .............................. 180
Snow chains .................................. 343
The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ..... 148
Tire ruts ......................................... 182
Traveling up hill ............................... 183
We t road surface ........................... 177
DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation)
Display message ............................ 253
Function/notes ............................. 197
DVD video
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 225
DYNAMIC SELECT button
Climate control (3-zone automatic
climate control) ............................. 137
Climate control (air-conditioning
system) .......................................... 134
DYNAMIC SELECT button (all vehi-
cles except Mercedes-AMG vehi-
cles) .................................................... 157
DYNAMIC SELECT controller
(Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ................. 158
E
EASY-PACK tailgate
see Tailgate
EBD (electronic brake force distri-
bution)
Display message ............................ 238
Function/notes ................................ 72
ECO display
Function/notes ............................. 176
On-board computer ....................... 222
ECO start/stop function
Automatic engine start .................. 154
Automatic engine switch-off .......... 154
Deactivating/activating ................. 155
General information ....................... 154
Important safety notes .................. 153
Introduction ................................... 153
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Program)
Electronic Traction System
see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac-
tion System) Index 9

Emergency
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................ .5 8
Emergency braking
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 84
Vehicle ............................................ .8 4
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Activation ........................................ .5 6
Emergency unlocking
Tailgate ............................................ 89
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp .......... .2 75
Display message ............................ 251
ECO start/stop function ................ 153
Engine number ............................... 377
Irregular running ............................ 156
Jump-starting ................................. 331
Starting (important safety notes) ... 151
Starting problems .......................... 156
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 151
Starting with the Start/Stop but-
ton ................................................. 152
Switching off .................................. 172
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 337
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ................... 156
Engine oil
Adding .......................................... .3 10
Additives ........................................ 380
Checking the oil level ..................... 309
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 310
Display message ............................ 252
Filling capacity ............................... 380
Notes about oil grades ................... 379
Notes on oil level/consumption .... 309
Temperature (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) .............. .2 31
Viscosity .............. .......................... 380
E ng
ine, starting
see Starting (engine)
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
see ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Program) ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram)
AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 232
Characteristics ................................. 69
Deactivating/activating (button
in Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ............. 70
Deactivating/activating (except
Mercedes ‑ AMG vehicles) ................. 70
Deactivating/activating (on-
board computer, except
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) .............. .2 27
Display message ............................ 236
Function/notes ................................ 69
General notes .................................. 69
Important safety information ........... 69
Trailer stabilization ........................... 72
Warning lamp ................................. 271
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys-
tem) ...................................................... 69
Exhaust
see Exhaust pipe
Exhaust check ................................... 175
Exhaust pipe
Cleaning ......................................... 318
Exterior lighting
Cleaning ......................................... 317
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 109
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 110
Folding in when locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 231
Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 110
Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 109
Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 110
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 112
Storing the parking position .......... 111
Eyeglasses compartment ................. 281
F
Filler cap
see Refueling
Flat tire
MOExtended tires .......................... 323
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 322
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 32410
Index

Floormats .......................................... .3 04
Fog lamps
Switching on/off ........................... 117
Frequencies
Mobile phone ................................. 374
Two-way radio ................................ 374
Front fog lamps
Display message ............................ 249
Switching on/off ........................... 117
Front-passenger seat
Folding the backrest forward/
back ............................................... 283
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 379
Consumption information .............. 379
Consumption statistics .................. 222
Displaying the current consump-
tion ................................................ 222
Displaying the range ..................... .2 22
Driving tips ................................... .1 75
E10 ................................................ 378
Fuel gauge ....................................... 31
Grade (gasoline) ............................ 378
Important safety notes .................. 377
Problem (malfunction) ................... 171
Refueling ........................................ 169
Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 378
Fuel filler flap
Opening ......................................... 170
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 222
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 378
Problem (malfunction) ................... 171
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................ .3 38
Before changing ............................ .3 37
Fuse box in the engine compart-
ment .............................................. 337
Fuse box in the front-passenger
footwell .......................................... 338
Important safety notes .................. 337
G
Garage door opener
Clearing the memory ..................... 303 General notes ................................ 300
Important safety notes .................. 301
Opening/closing the garage door .. 303
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 301
Synchronizing the rolling code ....... 302
Gasoline ............................................. 378
Gear indicator (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....... 231
Genuine parts ...................................... 23
Glove box .......................................... .2 81
H Handbrake
see Parking brake
Handling control system
see ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Program)
Hazard warning lamps
Display message ............................ 264
Switching on/off ........................... 119
Head restraints
Adjusting ....................................... 105
Adjusting (manually) ...................... 105
Adjusting (rear) .............................. 106
Headlamps
Fogging up ..................................... 119
see Automatic headlamp mode
Heating
see Climate control
High beam flasher ............................. 119
High-beam headlamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 123
Display message ............................ 249
Switching on/off ........................... 118
Hill start assist .................................. 153
HOLD function
Activating ....................................... 194
Deactivating ................................... 194
Display message ............................ 253
Function/notes ............................. 193
Hood
Closing ........................................... 309
Display message ............................ 263
Important safety notes .................. 308
Opening ......................................... 308
Horn ...................................................... 30
Hydroplaning ..................................... 179Index 11

Rear-view mirror
Anti-glare (manual) ........................ 109
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 110
Recycling
see Protection of the environment
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem)
Important safety notes .................. 382
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 31
Important safety notes .................. 169
Refueling process .......................... 170
see Fuel
Remote control
Garage door opener ....................... 300
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 301
Replacing bulbs
Important safety notes .................. 121
Overview of bulb types .................. 122
Removing/replacing the cover
(front wheel arch) .......................... 122
Rescue card ......................................... 26
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 252
Warning lamp ................................. 275
see Fuel
Residual heat (climate control) ........ 143
Restraint system
Display message ............................ 243
Introduction ..................................... 42
Warning lamp ................................. 274
Warning lamp (function) ................... 43
Reverse gear (selector lever) ........... 161
Reversing feature
Panorama sliding sunroof ................ 95
Roller sunblind ................................. 97
Side windows ................................... 90
Tailgate ............................................ 86
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 24
Roller sunblind
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ..................................... 96
Roof carrier ........................................ 288 Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 320
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 383
S Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 58
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
Seat belts
Adjusting the height ......................... 46
Cleaning ......................................... 320
Correct usage .................................. 46
Fastening ......................................... 46
Important safety guidelines ............. 44
Introduction ..................................... 44
Releasing ......................................... 47
Warning lamp ................................. 266
Warning lamp (function) ................... 47
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 105
Adjusting (manually) ...................... 104
Adjusting (Performance Seat) ........ 106
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 106
Adjusting the head restraint .......... 105
Cleaning the cover ......................... 319
Correct driver's seat position ........ 102
Folding the backrest (rear com-
partment) forwards/back .............. 284
Important safety notes .................. 103
Seat heating problem .................... 108
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 112
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 107
Securing cargo .................................. 285
Selecting a gear
see Automatic transmission
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 319
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 317
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 229
Service message
see ASSYST PLUS
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 38016
Index

Coolant (engine) ............................ 381
Engine oil ...................................... .3 79
Fuel ................................................ 377
Important safety notes .................. 377
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ............................................... 382
Washer fluid ................................... 382
Setting a speed
see Cruise control
Setting the air distribution .............. .1 40
Setting the airflow ............................ 140
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 231
On-board computer ....................... 229
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 232
Side impact air bag ............................ .5 0
Side marker lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 250
Side windows
Cleaning ......................................... 316
Convenience closing feature ............ 92
Convenience opening feature ......... .9 1
Important safety information ........... 90
Opening/closing .............................. 91
Problem (malfunction) .................... .9 4
Resettin g ........................................ .9 3
Reversin g feature ............................ .9 0
Sliding sunroof
see Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 80
Changing the programming ............ .7 8
Checking the battery ...................... .8 0
Convenience closing feature ............ 92
Convenience opening feature .......... 91
Dis play message ............................ 265
Door c entral locking/unlocking ...... .7 6
Importa nt safety notes .................... 76
KEYLESS-GO start function .............. 78
Loss ................................................ .8 1
Mechanical key ................................ 79
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 149
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 81
Starting the engine ........................ 151
SmartKey positions (ignition lock) .. 149
Snow chains ...................................... 343 Sockets
Center console .............................. 291
General notes ................................ 291
Luggage compartment .................. .2 92
Rear compartment ......................... 292
Special seat belt retractor .................. 59
Specialist workshop ............................ 25
Speed, controlling
see Cruise control
Speedometer
Activating/deactivating the addi-
tional speedometer ........................ 229
Digital ............................................ 223
In the Instrument cluster ................. 31
Segments ...................................... 218
Selecting the display unit .............. .2 29
SPORT handling mode
Deactivating/activating
(Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ................ 70
Warning lamp ................................. 272
Standing lamps
Display message ............................ 249
Switching on/off ........................... 118
Start-off assist
Activating ....................................... 194
Important safety notes .................. 194
Start/Stop button
Removing ....................................... 150
Starting the engine ........................ 152
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 151
STEER CONTROL .................................. 73
Steering
Display message ............................ 264
Steering assistant STEER CON-
TROL
see STEER CONTROL
Steering wheel
Adjusting (manually) ...................... 108
Button overvi ew ............................... 33
Butto ns (on-board computer) ......... 219
Cleaning ......................................... 319
Important safety notes .................. 108
Paddle shifters ............................... 166
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........ 166
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 232Index 17

Stowage compartments
Armrest (front) ............................... 282
Armrest (under) ............................. 282
Center console .............................. 281
Center console (rear) ..................... 282
Cup holders ................................... 288
Eyeglasses compartment ............... 281
Glove box ....................................... 281
Important safety information ......... 281
Map pockets .................................. 283
Stowage net ................................... 283
Under driver's seat/front-
passenger seat .............................. 282
Stowage net ....................................... 283
Summer tires ..................................... 342
Sun visor ............................................ 290
Suspension
Adaptive Damping System ............. 199
Suspension setting
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 196
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 143
T
Tachometer ........................................ 219
Tail lamps
see Lights
Tailgate
Display message ............................ 263
Emergency unlocking ....................... 89
Important safety notes .................... 85
Limiting the opening angle ............... 89
Obstruction detection ...................... 86
Opening dimensions ...................... 383
Opening/closing (from outside) ....... 87
Opening/closing automatically
from inside ....................................... 88
Opening/closing automatically
from outside .................................... 87
Tank
see Fuel tank
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 31
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 377
Information .................................... 374 Tires/wheels ................................. 367
Vehicle data ................................... 383
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 296
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 296
Downloading routes ....................... 299
Emergency call .............................. 293
General notes ................................ 292
Geo fencing ................................... 300
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 298
MB info call button ........................ 295
Remote vehicle locking .................. 298
Roadside Assistance button .......... 294
Search & Send ............................... 297
Self-test ......................................... 293
Speed alert .................................... 300
System .......................................... 292
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 300
Vehicle Health Check .................... 298
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 297
Telephone
Accepting a call (multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 226
Display message ............................ 264
Introduction ................................... 226
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 226
Number from the phone book ........ 226
Redialing ........................................ 227
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 226
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 219
Coolant (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ............... 231
Engine oil (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ............... 231
Outside temperature ...................... 219
Setting ( climate control) ................ 139
T
ransmission oil (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..... 231
Through-loading feature ................... 283
Timing (RACETIMER) ......................... 232
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 348
Checking manually ........................ 347
Display message ............................ 258
Maximum ....................................... 346
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 32618
Index

Vehicle battery
see Battery (vehicle)
Vehicle data
Roof load (maximum) ..................... 383
Trunk load (maximum) ................... 383
Vehicle data (off-road driving)
Approach/departure angle ............ 384
Maximum gradient climbing abil-
ity .................................................. 384
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 383
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 85
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 376
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 322
Ventilation
Setting the vents ........................... 144
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 225
VIN
Seat ............................................... 376
Type plate ...................................... 376
W Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 269
Brakes ........................................... 268
Check Engine ................................. 275
Coolant .......................................... 275
Distance warning ........................... 277
ESP ®
.............................................. 271
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 272
Fuel tank ........................................ 275
LIM (DISTRONIC PLUS) .................. 187
Overview .......................................... 32
Reserve fuel ................................... 275
Restraint system ............................ 274
Seat belt ........................................ 266
SPORT handling mode ................... 272
Tire pressure monitor .................... 278
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 264
Wheel and tire combinations
Tires ............................................... 369
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 366
Wheel chock ...................................... 364 Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 363
Checking ........................................ 341
Cleaning ......................................... 316
General notes ................................ 367
Important safety notes .................. 340
Information on driving .................... 340
Interchanging/changing ................ 363
Mounting a new wheel ................... 366
Removing a wheel .......................... 366
Storing ........................................... 363
Tightening torque ........................... 366
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 367
Window curtain air bag
Display message ............................ 244
Operation ......................................... 50
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 141
Windshield washer system
Adding washer fluid ....................... 311
Important safety notes .................. 382
Windshield wipers
Display message ............................ 264
Problem (malfunction) ................... 129
Rear window wiper ........................ 126
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 126
Switching on/off ........................... 125
Winter driving
Slippery road surfaces ................... 179
Snow chains .................................. 343
Winter operation
General notes ................................ 342
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 342
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 317
Important safety notes .................. 126
Replacing (re ar w indow) ................ 128
R
eplacing (windshield) ................... 126
Wooden trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 319
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop Index 21

Protection of the environment
General notes
H Environmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of compre-
hensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
that takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an environmen-
tally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected
by these factors: R
operating conditions of your vehicle R
your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions: R
avoid short trips as these increase fuel con-
sumption. R
always make sure that the tire pressures
are correct. R
do not carry any unnecessary weight. R
remove roof racks once you no longer need
them. R
a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals. R
always have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style: R
do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine. R
do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary. R
drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front. R
avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking. R
change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to

Always have the following work carried out at
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center: R
work relevant to safety R
service and maintenance work R
repair work R
alterations, installation work and modifica-
tions R
work on electronic components
Correct useIf you remove any warning stickers, you or
others could fail to recognize certain dangers.
Leave warning stickers in position.
Observe the following information when driv-
ing your vehicle: R
the safety notes in this manual R
the vehicle technical data R
traffic rules and regulations R
laws and safety standards pertaining to
motor vehicles
Problems with your vehicle
If you should experience a problem with your
vehicle, particularly one that you believe may
affect its safe operation, we urge you to con-
tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediately to have the problem diagnosed
and rectified. If the problem is not resolved to
your satisfaction, please discuss the problem
again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or con-
tact us at one of the following addresses.
In the USA
Customer Assistance Center
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada
Customer Relations Department
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9 Limited Warranty
! Follow the instructions in this manual
about the proper operation of your vehicle
as well as about possible vehicle damage.
Damage to your vehicle that arises from
culpable contraventions against these
instructions is not covered either by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the
New or Used-Vehicle Warranty.
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 http://
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.26
Introduction

How the air bag system works is deter-
mined by the severity of the accident detec-
ted, especially the vehicle deceleration or
acceleration and the apparent type of acci-
dent: R
frontal collision R
side impact R
rollover
Automatic measures after an acci-
dentImmediately after an accident, the following
measures are implemented, depending on
the type and severity of the impact: R
the hazard warning lamps are activated R
the emergency lighting is activated R
the vehicle doors are unlocked R
the front side windows are lowered R
the engine is switched off and the fuel sup-
ply is cut off R
vehicles with mbrace: automatic emer-
gency call
Children in the vehicle
Important safety notes
Accident statistics show that children
secured in the rear seats are safer than chil-
dren secured in the front-passenger seat. For
this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises
that you install a child restraint system on a
rear seat. Children are generally better pro-
tected there.
If a child younger than twelve years old and
under 5 ft (1.50 m) in height is traveling in the
vehicle: R
always secure the child in a child restraint
system suitable for Mercedes-Benz vehi-
cles. The child restraint system must be appropriate to the age, weight and size of
the child R
be sure to observe the instructions and
safety notes in this section in addition to
the child restraint system manufacturer's
installation instructions R
be sure to observe the instructions and
safety notes on the "Occupant Classifica-
tion System (OCS)" ( Y
page 51)
G WARNING
If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi-
cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: R
release the parking brake. R
shift the automatic transmission out of the
parking position P .R
start the engine.
In addition, they may operate vehicle equip-
ment and become trapped. 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 unsupervised in the vehicle.
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 the child restraint system is subjected to
direct sunlight, parts may get very hot. Chil-
dren may burn themselves on these parts,
particularly on the metal parts of the child
restraint system. There is a risk of injury.
If you leave the vehicle, taking the child with
you, always ensure that the child restraint
system is not exposed to direct sunlight. Pro-
tect it with a blanket, for example. If the child
restraint system has been exposed to direct
sunlight, let it cool down before securing the
child in it. Never leave children unattended in
the vehicle.58
Children in the vehicle
Safety