tires MERCEDES-BENZ METRIS 2019 MY19 Operator’s Manual

Indicator and warning lamps in the
instrument cluster ............................... 221
Multimedia systems in brief............232
Introduction .........................................2 32
Audio 15 .............................................. 234
Stowing and features .......................240
Useful information ............................... 240
Stowage spaces and stowage com-
partments ............................................ 240
Sun visors ............................................ 241
Cup holder ...........................................2 41
Bottle holder ........................................ 242
Ashtray ................................................ 242
Cigarette lighter ................................... 242
12 V socket ......................................... 243
Mobile communications equipment ..... 243
Transporting loads ............................244
Useful information ............................... 244
Loading guidelines ............................... 244
Load distribution ................................. 245
Securing loads ..................................... 246
Lashing straps ..................................... 247
Securing loads ..................................... 249
Carrier systems ................................... 250
Maintenance and care ......................252
Useful information ............................... 252
Engine compartment ........................... 252
Maintenance ........................................ 259
Battery ................................................. 260
Care ..................................................... 265
Breakdown assistance .....................272
Useful information ............................... 272
Where will I find...? .............................. 272
Flat tire ................................................ 274
Jump-starting ....................................... 274
Tow-starting and towing away ............. 276
Electrical fuses ....................................2 78
Wheels and tires............................... 279
Useful information ............................... 279 Important safety notes ........................ 279
Operation ............................................ 279
Operation in winter .............................. 281
Tire pressure ....................................... 282
Loading the vehicle .............................. 290
What you should know about wheels
and tires .............................................. 293
Changing wheels ................................. 298
Wheel and tire combination ................. 302
Spare wheel ......................................... 303
Technical data
................................... 305
Useful information ............................... 305
Vehicle electronics .............................. 305
Identification plates .............................3 05
Service products and capacities .......... 306
Vehicle data ......................................... 313
Contents3

Cruise controlActivating ...................................... .145
Activation conditions ..................... 145
Cruise control lever ....................... 144
Deactivating ................................... 145
Display messages (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 217
Display messages (vehicle with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 202
Displaying the speed ..................... 144
Driving system ............................... 144
Function/notes ............................. 144
Important safety notes .................. 144
Problem (malfunction) ................... 146
Resuming the stored speed ........... 145
Setting a speed .............................. 145
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 145
Cup holder ......................................... 242
Important safety notes .................. 241
Cup holder
see Cup holder
Customer Assistance Center
(CAC) ..................................................... 32
Customer Relations Department ....... 32
D
Dashboard
see Cockpit
Dashboard lighting
see Instrument cluster lighting
Data
see Technical data
Date
Setting (vehicle with steering
wheel buttons) ............................... 189
Setting (vehicle without steering
wheel buttons) ............................... 178
Daytime running lamp mode
see Daytime running lamps
Daytime running lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 104
Display messages (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 213
Display messages (vehicle with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 199
Switching on/off (switch) ................ 97 Dealership
see Qualified specialist workshop
Declarations of conformity ................. 31
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 189
Interior lighting .............................. 190
Diagnostics connection
Operating safety and vehicle
approval ........................................... 31
Digital speedometer
Displaying (vehicle with steering
wheel buttons) ............................... 181
Displaying (vehicle without steer-
ing wheel buttons) ......................... 175
Dimensions ........................................ 313
DIRECT SELECT lever
Automatic transmission ................. 128
Display
Function/notes (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 179
Function/notes (vehicle without
steering wheel buttons) ................. 173
Permanent display (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 188
Permanent display (vehicle with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 177
see Warning and indicator lamps
Display message (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons)
Safety systems .............................. 206
Service i
nterval display .................. 259
Display message (vehicle without
steering wheel buttons)
Safety systems .............................. 192
Service interval display .................. 259
Display messages (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons)
Calling up ....................................... 205
Driving systems ............................. 216
Engine ............................................ 214
Hiding ............................................ 205
Important safety notes .................. 205
Introduction ................................... 205
Key ................................................ 221
Lights ............................................. 211
Setting the language ...................... 188
Tires ............................................... 219
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Vehicle ........................................... 220
Display messages (vehicle without
steering wheel buttons)
Calling up ....................................... 191
Driving systems .............................2 02
Engine ............................................ 200
Hiding ............................................ 191
Important safety notes .................. 191
Introduction ................................... 191
Key ................................................ 205
Lamps ............................................ 198
Setting the language ......................1 76
Tires ............................................... 203
Vehicle ...........................................2 04
Distance recorder
Displaying (vehicle with steering
wheel buttons) ............................... 180
Displaying (vehicle without steer-
ing wheel buttons) ......................... 174
Setting the display unit (vehicle
without steering wheel buttons) .... 177
Distance recorder
see Trip odometer
Distance warning (warning lamp) .... 229
Distance warning function ...............146
Door
Changing bulbs (ambient lamp) ..... 101
Display messages (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 221
Display messages (vehicle with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 204
Indicator lamp ................................ 231
Doors
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 69
Control panel ................................... 43
Emergency locking ........................... 71
Emergency unlocking ....................... 71
Drinking and driving ......................... 138
Drinks holder
see Bottle holder
Drive program
Automatic transmission ................. 131
Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 130
Driver's door and front-passenger
door ...................................................... 74
Driver's seat
see Seats Driving abroad
Fuel ................................................ 139
Low-beam headlamps .................... 139
Mercedes-Benz Service ....... .......... 139
D

riving off-road
see Off-road driving
Driving on flooded roads .................. 141
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 64
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 65
EBD (electronic brake force distri-
bution) ............................................. 65
ESP
®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 65
Important safety information ........... 64
Overview .......................................... 64
Driving system
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST .. 146
Display messages (vehicle with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 202
Driving systems
Active Parking Assist ..................... 156
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 152
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 148
Cruise control ................................ 144
Display messages (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 216
Lane Keeping Assist ......................1 50
PARKTRONIC ................................. 153
Rear view camera .......................... 160
Driving tips
Automatic transmission ................. 132
Brakes ...........................................1 39
Break-in period .............................. 122
Checking brake lining thickness .... 140
Downhill gradient ........................... 139
Drinking and driving ....................... 138
Driving abroad ............................... 139
Driving in mountainous areas ........1 43
Driving in winter .............................1 41
Driving on flooded roads ................ 141
Driving on wet roads ......................1 41
Exhaust check ............................... 138
Fuel ................................................ 138
General .......................................... 137
Hydroplaning ................................. 141
Icy road surfaces ........................... 141
Important safety notes .................. 122
10Index

Turn signals .....................................98
Limited Warranty ................................ 27
Load distribution ...............................245
Load protection net ........................... 249
Loading guidelines ............................ 244
Loading rails
Maximum tensile strength ............. 315
Loads
Securing ........................................ 246
Transporting .................................. 244
Locking
see Central locking
Locking (doors)
Emergency locking ........................... 71
Locking centrally
see Central locking
Low-beam headlamps
Display messages (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 211
Display messages (vehicle with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 198
Driving abroad ............................... 139
Replacing bulbs .............................1 03
Switching on/off .............................. 97
Lumbar support ................................... 87
Lumbar support
see Lumbar support
M
M+S tires ............................................ 281
Maintenance ...................................... 259
Maintenance points under the
hood .................................................... 254
Maximum speed
Speed limitation .............................1 38
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 70
Inserting .......................................... 71
Locking vehicle ................................ 71
Removing ......................................... 71
Media Interface
Connections ..................................... 42
Memory card (audio) ......................... 184
Memory function
Seats, steering wheel, exterior
mirrors ............................................. 94 Mercedes-Benz Commercial Van
Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Mercedes-Benz Service24h .............. 274
Message memory
On-board computer (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 205
On-board computer (vehicle with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 191
Messages
see Warning and indicator lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors ................................ 94
Important safety notes .................... 93
Rear-view mirror .............................. 94
see Vanity mirror
Mobile phone
Type approval/frequency .............. 305
Mobile phone
see Telephone
Model designation
see Vehicle identification plate
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey) ...........................................7 0
Motor oil additives
see Additives
Mounting wheels
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 301
Mounting a new wheel ................... 300
Preparing the vehicle .....................2 99
Raising the vehicle ......................... 299
Removing a wheel .......................... 300
Removing and mounting the spare
wheel ............................................. 303
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 299
MP3
Operation ....................................... 184
N
NavigationMenu (on-board computer) ............ 182
Notes on breaking-in a new vehi-
cle ....................................................... 122
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Start/stop functionsee ECO start/stop function
Starting
see Starting (engine)
Starting (engine) ................................ 124
Status overview (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 186
Steering
Display messages (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 221
Display messages (vehicle with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 204
Warning lamps ...............................2 31
Steering wheel
Adjusting ......................................... 93
Button overview ............................... 41
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 178
Cleaning ......................................... 270
Paddle shifters ............................... 132
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........132
Stickers
General safety notes ........................ 29
Stowage net ....................................... 241
Stowage spaces
see Stowage spaces and stowage
compartments
Stowage spaces and stowage com-
partments
Eyeglasses compartment ...............2 40
Glove box ....................................... 240
Important safety notes .................. 240
Stowage net ................................... 241
Summer opening
see Convenience opening feature
Summer tires ..................................... 281
Sun visor
Changing a bulb (mirror lamp) ....... 101
Overview ........................................ 241
Surround lighting (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................1 89
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 118
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 68
T
Tachometer........................................ 172 Tail lamps
Display messages (vehicle with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 198
Replacing bulbs .............................1 05
Trailer display messages (vehicle
with steering wheel buttons) ......... 212
Trailer display messages (vehicle
without steering wheel buttons) .... 198
Tailgate
Changing bulbs (ambient lamp) ..... 101
Changing bulbs (signal and ambi-
ent light) ........................................ 102
Display messages (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 221
Display messages (vehicle with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 204
Important safety notes .................... 79
Opening dimensions ......................3 13
Opening/closing from the out-
side ..................................................7 9
Tank contents
Displaying the range (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 180
Displaying the range (vehicle with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 175
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 306
Cargo tie-down points .................... 314
Guide rail ....................................... 315
Loading rails .................................. 315
Roof carrier .................................... 315
Tires/wheels ................................. 302
Trailer tow hitch ............................. 315
Vehicle data ................................... 313
Vehicle dimensions ........................ 313
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 185
Display message ............................ 221
Introduction ................................... 184
Number from the phone book ........ 185
Redialing ........................................ 185
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 185
Temperature
Coolant (display in the instrument
cluster) .......................................... 172
Coolant (display in the on-board
computer) ...................................... 175
Outsi de te
mperature ...................... 172
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Setting (climate control) ................ 115
Theft deterrent systems
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 68
Immobilizer ...................................... 67
Time
Setting (vehicle with steering
wheel buttons) ............................... 189
Setting the time (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 189
Setting the time (vehicle without
steering wheel buttons) ................. 178
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 286
Checking manually ........................ 286
Display messages (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 219
Display messages (vehicle with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 203
Important safety notes .................. 286
Maximum ....................................... 286
Notes ............................................. 285
Recommended ............................... 282
Tables ............................................ 290
Tire label ........................................ 283
Tire pressure monitor
Checking the tire pressure elec-
tronically ........................................ 288
Function/notes ............................. 286
General notes ................................ 286
Important safety notes .................. 287
Restarting ...................................... 289
Warning lamp ................................. 230
Warning message .......................... 288
Tire pressure table ............................ 290
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 297
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 296
Bar (definition) ............................... 296
Changing a wheel .......................... 298
Characteristics .............................. 296
Checking ........................................ 280
Curb weight (definition) ................. 297
Definition of terms ......................... 296
Direction of rotation ...................... 298
Display messages (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 219 Display messages (vehicle with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 203
Distribution of the vehicle occu-
pants (definition) ............................ 298
DOT (Department of Transporta-
tion)
(de
finition) ............................. 296
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 295
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 296
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) (defi-
nition) ............................................ 296
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (def-
inition) ........................................... 297
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing) (definition) .............................. 297
Important safety notes .................. 279
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ...... 296
Information on driving .................... 279
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 297
Labeling (overview) ........................ 293
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 298
Load index ..................................... 295
Load index (definition) ................... 297
M+S tires ....................................... 281
Maximum load on a tire (defini-
tion) ............................................... 297
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 297
Maximum permissible tire pres-
sure (definition) ............................. 297
Maximum tire load ......................... 295
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 297
Optional equipment weight (defi-
nition) ............................................ 297
PSI (pounds per square inch) (def-
inition) ........................................... 297
Replacing ....................................... 298
Service life ..................................... 280
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 297
Snow chains .................................. 282
Speed rating (definition) ................ 296
Storing ........................................... 298
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 296
Summer tires ................................. 281
22Index

Scope ............................................ 272
Storage location ............................ 272
Stowage compartment in the rear..272
Stowage space in the cargo com-
partment ........................................ 273
Ventilation
see Climate control
VIN
Engine compartment ..................... 306
Type plate ...................................... 305
W
WarningStickers ...........................................2 9
Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 224
Brakes ...........................................2 23
Check Engine ................................. 227
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST .. 229
Coolant .......................................... 227
Distance warning ........................... 229
Door ............................................... 231
ESP
®.............................................. 224
ESP®OFF ....................................... 226
Fuel tank ........................................ 227
General notes ................................ 221
Overview (vehicle with steering
wheel buttons) ................................. 40
Overview (vehicle without steer-
ing wheel buttons) ........................... 38
Parking brake ................................ 136
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF ...............4 6
Rear doo r...................................... .231
Reserve fuel ................................... 227
Restraint system ............................ 226
Seat belt ........................................ 222
Sliding door ................................... 231
Steering ......................................... 231
Tire pressure monitor .................... 230
Warranty .............................................. 27
Washer fluid
Adding ...........................................2 58
Capacities ...................................... 313
Display messages (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 221
Display messages (vehicle with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 205 Notes ............................................. 313
Wheel and tire combination
see Tires
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 301
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 298
Checking ........................................ 280
Cleaning ......................................... 268
Important safety notes .................. 279
Interchanging/changing ................ 298
Mounting a new wheel ................... 300
Mounting a whe el .......................... 299
R

emoving a wheel .......................... 300
Removing and mounting the spare wheel ............................................. 303
Snow chains .................................. 282
Storing ...........................................2 98
Tightening torque ........................... 301
Wheel/tire combinations ...............3 02
Window curtain air bag
Display message (vehicle with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 211
Display message (vehicle without
steering wheel buttons) ................. 197
Operation ......................................... 52
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Cleaning ......................................... 267
Defrosting ...................................... 117
Windshield washer fluid
Adding ...........................................2 58
Windshield wiper
Setting the sensitivity of the rain
sensor (vehicle with steering
wheel buttons) ............................... 190
Setting the sensitivity of the rain
sensor (vehicle without steering
wheel buttons) ............................... 177
Windshield wiper
see Windshield
Windshield wipers
Problem (malfunction) ................... 109
Rear window wiper ........................ 106
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 107
Switching on/off ........................... 106
Winter driving
Slippery road surfaces ................... 141
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Snow chains .................................. 282
Winter operation
General notes ................................ 281
Radiator cover ................................. 33
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 281
Setting a limit speed ...................... 138
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 268
Important safety notes .................. 107
Replacing (rear window) ................ 108
Replacing (windshield) ................... 107
Service indicator ............................ 107
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
26Index

Operating conditions:
Ravoid short trips as these increase fuel con-
sumption.
Ralways make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
Rdo not carry any unnecessary weight.
Rremove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
Ra regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
Ralways have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
Rdo not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
Rdo not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
Rdrive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
Ravoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking.
Rchange gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ôof its maximum engine speed.
Rswitch off the engine in stationary traffic.
Rkeep an eye on the vehicle's fuel consump-
tion.
Environmental issues and recommen-
dations
When prompted by this Operator's Manual to
dispose of materials, please try to regenerate
and recycle these materials. Observe all rele-
vant environmental guidelines and regulations
when disposing of materials. This helps to pro-
tect the environment.
Operating safety and vehicle approval
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If you do not have the prescribed service/
maintenance work or any required repairs
carried out, this can result in malfunctions or system failures. There is a risk of an accident.
Always have the prescribed service/mainte-
nance work as well as any required repairs
carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Air bags and pyrotechnic Emergency Tensioning
Devices (ETDs) contain perchlorate material
which may require special handling and regard
for the environment. Check with your local gov- ernment’s disposal guidelines.
In California, you can find more information on
the Internet at www.dtsc.ca.gov.
Notes on operating the vehicle
There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:
Rthe vehicle makes contact with the ground,
e.g. on a high curb or a loose road surface
Ryou drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a
curb, a speed bump or a pothole
Ra heavy object hits the underbody or chassis
component
In such situations, the body/frame, the under-
body, suspension parts, wheels or tires could be
damaged without the damage being visible.
Components that have been damaged in this
way can unexpectedly fail or no longer be able to assimilate the loads occurring in the event of an
accident. If the underbody paneling is damaged,
flammable material, such as leaves, grass or
twigs, could collect between the underbody and
underbody paneling. These materials could
ignite if they remain in contact with hot compo-
nents of the exhaust system for an extended
period.
GWARNING
Flammable material such as leaves, grass or
twigs may ignite if they come into contact with
hot parts of the exhaust system. There is a risk of fire.
30Introduction

Please observe the information concerning
Mercedes-Benz Genuine Parts (Ypage 33).
You can obtain further information from any
Mercedes-Benz Commercial Van Center.
GWARNING
The function of systems or components can
be affected by conversions or modifications
to the vehicle. They might not function prop-
erly anymore and/or jeopardize the opera-
tional safety of the vehicle. There is an
increased risk of an accident and injury.
Conversions or modifications should always
be carried out at qualified specialist work-
shop.
If you intend to make modifications to your vehi-
cle, we strongly recommend that you contact
the distributor named on the inside of the front
cover. There you will receive all the necessary
information and a charge may be levied.
You alone accept the responsibility if body man-
ufacturers or dealers make modifications that
affect the final certification of the engine, the
vehicle or the equipment. This also applies to
the identification and documentation of modifi-
cations to the affected vehicle components.
You are responsible for certification and confir-
mation that:
Rall the applicable standards and regulations
that are affected by the vehicle modification
are met
Rthe modified vehicle fulfills the vehicle safety standards and emissions laws and regula-
tions
Rthe modifications or installation of accesso-
ries does not affect the safety of the vehicle
We are not responsible for the final certification,
product liability or warranty claims which result
from the modifications. This applies to:
Rthe modified components, assemblies or sys-
tems
Rany resulting noncompliance with any of the
emissions laws and regulations or the motor
vehicle safety standards
Rany consequences arising from the changes
that make the vehicle less safe or even render it defective
We do not assume responsibility as the final-
stage manufacturer or for the consequential
product liability.
Notes on the radiator
Even seemingly small changes to the vehicle,
such as attaching a radiator trim for winter driv-
ing, is not permitted. Do not cover up the radi-
ator. Do not use thermal mats, insect protection
covers or anything similar.
Otherwise, the values of the diagnostic system
may be affected. Some of these values are
legally prescribed and must always be correct.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
!
Air bags and Emergency Tensioning Devi-
ces, as well as control units and sensors for
these restraint systems, may be installed in
the following areas of your vehicle:
Rdoors
Rdoor pillars
Rdoor sills
Rseats
Rcockpit
Rinstrument cluster
Rcenter console
Do not install accessories such as audio sys-
tems in these areas. Do not carry out repairs or welding. You could impair the operating
efficiency of the restraint systems.
Have aftermarket accessories installed at a
qualified specialist workshop.
HEnvironmental note
We supply reconditioned assemblies and
parts which are of the same quality as new
parts. The same New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty applies as for new parts.
The operating safety of the vehicle could be
jeopardized if you use parts, tires and wheels as
well as accessories relevant to safety which
have not been approved by Mercedes-Benz. This could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant
systems, e.g. the brake system. Only use genu-
ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual-
ity. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that
have been specifically approved for your vehi-
cle.
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