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1, 2,3...
12 Vsocket
see Sockets
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Display message ............................ 179
Function/notes ................................ 57
Important safety notes .................... 57
Warnin glamp .................................2 04
Accident
Automatic measure safter an acci-
dent ................................................. 53
Activatingm edia mode
General notes ................................ 217
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 108
Active Brake Assist
Activating or deactivating .............. 171
Display message ............................ 184
Function/notes ................................ 58
Active light function ............................ 97
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 63
Adaptive Brake Assist
Function/notes ................................ 59
Adaptive brake lights .......................... 60
Adaptive Dampin gSystem
Function/notes .............................1 49
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Display message ............................ 189
Function/notes ................................ 97
Switching on/off .............................. 98
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 293
Address book
see also Digita lOperator's Man-
ua l..................................................2 11
Adjustin gthe volume
Multimedias ystem ........................ 212
Ai rb ags
Deployment ..................................... 50
Display message ............................ 187
Front ai rbag (driver, front
passenger). ...................................... 44
Head bag ......................................... 45
Important safety notes .................... 43
Introduction ..................................... 43 Knee bag .......................................... 44
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 45
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator
lamps ...............................................
39
Si
de impact ai rbag .......................... 44
Ai rv ents
Important safety notes .................. 113
Setting ...........................................1 13
Setting the blower output of the
AIRSCAR Fvents .............................1 14
Setting the center ai rvents ........... 113
Setting the sidea irvents ...............1 13
Switching AIRSCAR Fon/off ............ 87
Air-conditionings ystem
see Climate control
AIRGUIDE ............................................. 81
AIRSCARF
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 88
Switching on/off .............................. 87
AIRSCARF vents
Setting the blower output .............. 114
Alarm
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 64
Switching off (ATA) .......................... 64
Switching the function on/off
(ATA) ................................................ 64
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ambient lighting
Setting the brightness (on-board
computer) ...................................... 172
Setting the color (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 173
AMG menu (on-board computer) ..... 175
AMG sports suspension
(Mercedes-AMG SLC 43)
Function/notes .............................1 49
Anti-loc kbraking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-skid chains
see Snow chains
Anti-theft alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ashtray ............................................... 223
Assistanced isplay (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................1 70
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Assistance menu(on-boar dcom-
puter) .................................................. 170
ASSYSTP LUS
Dis playin gaservic emessage ........ 237
Hiding aservic emessage .............. 237
Resetting th eservic einterval dis-
play ................................................ 237
Se rvice message ............................ 237
Spe cial servic erequirements ........ .238
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 64
Function ...........................................6 4
Switching off the alarm .................... 64
ATTENTIO NASSIS T
Activating/deactivating ................. 171
Displa ymessage ............................ 193
Function/note s............................. 158
Audi omenu( on-board computer) .... 168
Audi osystem
see Digital Operator's Manual
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualifie dspecialist workshop
Authorized workshop
see Qualifie dspecialist workshop
AUTO lights
Displa ymessage ............................ 189
see Lights
Automatic car was h(care) ............... 238
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stopf unction) .................................... 119
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stopf unction).......................... 119
Automatic headlamp mode ................ 95
Automatic transmission
Accelerator peda lposition ............. 125
Changing gea r............................... 125
Displa ymessage ............................ 198
Drive program. ............................... 125
Drive programd isplay .................... 122
Driving tip s.................................... 125
DYNAMIC SELECT button .............. 121
Emergency running mode. ............. 129
Eng
aging drive position .................. 124
Engaging neutral ............................ 123
Engaging park position automati-
cally ............................................... 123
Engaging reverse gea r................... 123 Engaging the park position ............ 123
Gearshift recommendation ............ 128
Kickdown.
...................................... 125
Manua lshifting .............................. 126
Oil temperature (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMGS LC 43) ...... 175
Overview ........................................ 122
Problem (malfunction) ................... 129
Pulling away ................................... 118
Selector lever ................................ 122
Starting the engine ........................ 117
Steering wheelp addleshifters ...... 126
Transmission position display ........ 122
Transmission positions .................. 124
Automatic transmissio nemer-
gencym ode....................................... 129
B
Back button ....................................... 212
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 57
Battery (SmartKey)
Checking .......................................... 68
Important safety notes .................... 67
Replacing ......................................... 68
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 253
Displa ymessage ............................ 191
Important safety notes .................. 251
Jump starting ................................. 253
Overview ........................................ 251
Belt
see Seatb elts
Bel twarning ......................................... 42
Blind SpotA ssist
Activating/deactivating ................. 171
Displa ymessage ............................ 194
Notes/function .............................. 159
Bluetooth
®
Searching for amobilephone ........ 215
Searching for amobilephone
(device manager )........................... 216
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ua l.................................................. 211
Telephony ...................................... 215
Brake Assist System
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
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Brake fluidDispla ymessage ............................ 184
Notes. ............................................ 293
Brake forc edistribution
see EBD (electronicb rake force
distribution)
Brake lamps
Adaptive ........................................... 60
Displa ymessage ............................ 189
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 57
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 59
BAS .................................................. 57
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 293
Displa ymessage ............................ 179
EBD .................................................. 63
High-performance brake system .... 137
Important safety notes .................. 136
Maintenance .................................. 137
Parking brake ................................ 132
Riding tip s...................................... 136
Warning lamp ................................. 204
Breakdow nassistance
Reflective safety jacke t.................. 244
Where will Ifind...? ........................ 244
see Fla ttire
see Towing away
Brightness control( instrument
clusterl ighting) ................................... 32
Bulbs
see Replacing bulbs
C
CaliforniaImportant notic efor retail cus-
tomers and lessees .......................... 24
Calling up amalfunction
see Displa ymessages
Car
see Vehicle
Care
Carw ash. ....................................... 238
Exhaus tpipe. ................................. 243
Exterior lights ................................ 242
Matte finish ................................... 240
Notes. ............................................ 238
Paint .............................................. 240 Power washer.
............................... 239
Rear vie wcamera .......................... 242
Sensors ......................................... 242
Washing by hand ........................... 239
Wheels. .......................................... 241
Window s........................................ 241
Wipe rblade s.................................. 241
CD
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual.................................................. 211
CD player (on-board computer) ........ 169
Centerc onsole
Lower section .................................. 35
Upper section .................................. 34
Central locking
Automati cloc king (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 173
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey). ....... 65
Changin gbulbs
Sid em arker lamps (rear) ............... 101
Child
Restraint system .............................. 55
Child seat
Forward-facing restraint system ...... 56
On the front-passenger seat. ........... 55
Rearward-facing restraint system .... 56
Children
Specia lseatb eltr etractor ............... 54
Childrenint he vehicle
Important safety notes .................... 53
Cigarette lighter ................................ 223
Cleaning
Mirror turn signa l........................... 242
Climate control
Air-conditioning system ................. 104
Automati cclimate control (dual-
zone) .............................................. 106
Controlling automaticall y............... 109
Cooling with ai rdehumidifica tion .. 108
Defrosting the window s................. 111
Defrosting the windshield .............. 110
Generaln otes ................................ 104
Indicato rlam p................................ 109
Information aboutu sing auto-
mati cclimate control ..................... 107
Ma
ximu mcooling .......................... 111
Notesonu sing the air-condition-
ing system ..................................... 105
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Callingup( on-board computer) .... .178
Driving systems .............................1 93
Engine ............................................ 190
General notes ................................ 177
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 178
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 202
Lights ............................................. 189
Safety systems .............................. 179
SmartKey ....................................... 201
Tires. .............................................. 196
Vehicle ...........................................1 98
DistanceP ilot DISTRONIC
Activating ....................................... 142
Calling up aspeed. ........................ 143
Cruise control lever ....................... 142
Displa yMessage ............................ 195
Displays in the instrument cluster .. 145
Driving tip s.................................... 146
Function/note s............................. 140
Important safety notes .................. 141
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 145
Stopping ........................................ 144
Storing aspeed .............................. 143
Switching off .................................. 146
Warning lamp ................................. 209
Distance recorder
see Odometer
see Tripo dometer
Distance warnin g(wa rning lamp) .... 209
Distance warnin gfunction
Function/note s................................ 58
Doors
Automati cloc king (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 173
Automati cloc king (switch) ............... 71
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey). ...................................... 65
Control panel ................................... 37
Displa ymessage ............................ 200
Emergency locking ........................... 72
Emergency unlocking ....................... 72
Important safety notes .................... 70
Opening (fro minside )...................... 71
Overview .......................................... 70
Drinking and driving ......................... 134
Drive program
Automati ctransmissio n................. 125 Displa
y........................................... 122
SETUP (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMGv ehicles) ............... 175
Driver's door
see Doors
Drivin gabroad
Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 238
Drivin gonfloo
de
droads .................. 138
Drivin gsafety system
Active Brake Assist .......................... 58
Drivin gsafety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 57
ADAPTIVEB RAKE............................. 63
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 59
Adaptive brake lights ....................... 60
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 57
Distance warning function ............... 58
EBD (electronicb rake force distri-
bution) ............................................. 63
ESP
®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 60
Important safety information ........... 56
Overview .......................................... 56
Drivin gsystem
AMG sports suspension
(Mercedes-AMGS LC 43) ............... 149
Drivin gsystems
Adaptive Damping System ............. 149
ATTENTIONA SSIST ........................ 158
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 159
Cruise control ................................ 138
Displa ymessage ............................ 193
DISTRONIC PLUS. .......................... 140
HOLD function ............................... 148
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 161
Lane Tracking packag e.................. 159
Parking Guidance ........................... 152
PARKTRONIC ................................. 149
Rear vie wcamera .......................... 154
Drivin gtips
Automati ctransmission ................. 125
Brakes ........................................... 136
Break-in perio d.............................. 115
Distance Pilo tDISTRONIC ............. 146
Downhil lgradient ........................... 136
Drinking and driving ....................... 134
Driving in winter ............................. 138
Driving on floode droads ................ 138
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Driving on wetroads ...................... 138
Exhaus tcheck ............................... 134
Fuel ................................................ 134
Genera l.......................................... 134
Hydroplaning ................................. 138
Icy roa dsurfaces ........................... 138
Limited braking efficiency on sal-
ted roads ....................................... 137
Snow chains .................................. 262
Subjecting brakes to aloa d. .......... 136
We troa ds urface ........................... 136
DVD video
Operating (on-boar dcomputer) ..... 169
seea lsoD igita lOperator'sM an-
ua l.................................................. 211
DYNAMIC SELECT button .................. 121
E
EASY-ENTRY feature
Activating/deactivating ................. 174
Function/note s................................ 89
EASY-EXIT feature
Crash-responsiv e............................. 90
Function/note s................................ 89
Switching on/off. .......................... 174
EBD (electronicb rake forcedistri-
bution)
Displa ymessage ............................ 181
Function/note s................................ 63
EC Od isplay
Function/note s............................. 135
On-board compute r....................... 166
EC Os tart/stopf unction
Automati cengine start .................. 119
Automati cengine switch-off .......... 119
Deactivating/activating ................. 120
Genera linformation ....................... 119
Important safety notes .................. 119
Introduction ................................... 118
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP
®(Electronic Stability Program)
Emergency
Automati cmeasures afte ranacci-
dent ................................................. 53
Emergencyr elease
Driver's doo r.................................... 72
Trunk ............................................... 74 Vehicl
e............................................. 72
Emergencys pare wheel
Genera lnotes ................................ 286
Important safety notes .................. 285
Removing ....................................... 286
Storage location ............................ 286
Stowing .......................................... 286
Technical data ............................... 286
EmergencyT ensioningDevices
Activation ......................................... 50
Emission scontrol
Service and warranty information .... 24
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 207
Displa ymessage ............................ 190
ECO start/stop function ................ 118
Engine number ............................... 290
Irregula rrunning ............................ 120
Jump-starting ................................. 253
Starting problems .......................... 120
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 118
Starting with KEYLESS-GO ............. 118
Switching off .................................. 131
Tow-starting (vehicle )..................... 258
Engine electronics
Notes. ............................................ 288
Problem (malfunction) ................... 120
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 235
Ad
ditives ........................................ 293
Checking the oill evel ..................... 234
Checking the oill evel using the
dipstick .......................................... 234
Displa ymessage ............................ 191
Filling capacity ............................... 293
Generaln otes ................................ 292
Notesa boutoilgrade s................... 292
Notesono illevel/consumption .... 234
Temperature (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMGS LC 43) ................ 175
Entering an address
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual.................................................. 211
ESP
®(ElectronicS tability Pro-
gram)
AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 175
Characteristics ................................. 61
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Display messages.......................... 177
Displaying aservice message ........ 237
Factory settings submenu ............. 175
Important safety notes .................. 163
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 172
Lighting submenu .......................... 172
Menu overview .............................. 166
Message memory .......................... 178
Navigation menu ............................ 167
Operation ....................................... 164
RACETIMER ................................... 175
Service menu ................................. 171
Setting smenu ............................... 172
Standard display ............................ 166
Telephone menu ............................ 169
Tripm enu ...................................... 166
Vehicl esubmenu ........................... 173
Video DVD operation ..................... 169
Operatin gsafety
Declaration of conformity ................ 26
Important safety notes .................... 26
Operatin gsystem
see On-board computer
Operation
Digital Operator's Manua l................ 22
Operator's Manual
Vehicl eequipment ........................... 24
Outside temperature display ........... 163
Overhead controlp anel...................... 36
P
Paddles hifters
see Steering wheelp addleshifters
Paint code number ............................ 289
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 240
Panic alarm .......................................... 38
Parking
Important safety notes .................. 131
Parking brake ................................ 132
Position of exterio rmirror, front-
passenger sid e................................. 92
Rear vie wcamera .......................... 154
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
Parking Guidance ........................... 152
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC Parking Assist PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 151
Important safety notes .................. 149
Problems (malfunctions )................ 152
Sensorr ange................................. 150
Warning display ............................. 151
Parking brake
Applying automaticall y................... 133
Applying or releasing manually ...... 132
Displa ymessage ............................ 181
Electric parking brake .................... 132
Emergency braking ........................ 133
Generaln otes ................................ 132
Releasing automaticall y................. 133
Warning lamp ................................. 206
Parking Guidance
Displa ymessage ............................ 194
Important safety notes .................. 152
Parking lamps
Switching on/off. ............................. 96
PARKTRONIC
Driving system ............................... 149
Function/note s............................. 149
PASSENGER AI RBAG
Displa ymessage ............................ 187
Indicato rlam ps ................................ 39
Problems (malfunction) .................. 187
Pets in the vehicle ............................... 56
Phone book
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual.................................................. 211
Pivotin gdraft stop
see AIRGUIDE
Powe rwashers .................................. 239
Powe rwindows
see Sid ewindows
PRE-SAFE
®(anticipatory occupant
protection)
Displa ymessage ............................ 184
Operation ......................................... 53
Protectio nagainst theft
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system). ........ 64
Immo bil
izer ...................................... 63
Protectio nofthe environment
Generaln otes .................................. 23
Pulling away
Automati ctransmission ................. 118
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S
SafetyChildren in the vehicle ..................... 53
see Occupant safety
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
SD card
Inserting ........................................2 17
Inserting/removing ........................ 217
Removing ....................................... 217
SD memory card
see also Digita lOperator's Man-
ua l..................................................2 11
Selecting ........................................ 169
Search&S end
see also Digita lOperator's Man-
ua l..................................................2 11
Seat
Correct driver's seatp osition ........... 84
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seatb elt......................... 42
Correct usag e.................................. 41
Fastening ......................................... 42
Important safety guideline s............. 40
Introduction ..................................... 39
Releasing ......................................... 42
Switching belt adjustment on/off
(on-board computer) ...................... 174
Warning lamp ................................. 203
Warning lamp (function) ................... 42
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 86
Adjusting (manually) ........................ 86
Adjusting the 4-wa ylum bars up-
por t.................................................. 87
Adjusting the headr estraint ............ 86
Important safety notes .................... 84
Overview .......................................... 84
Seath eating problem ...................... 87
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ................................................. 93
Switching AIRSCAR Fon/off. ........... 87
Switching seath eating on/off......... 87
Selecto rlever
Positions ........................................ 122
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 242Servic
emenu( on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 171
Servic emessage
see ASSYST PLUS
Servic eproducts
Brake fluid ..................................... 293
Coolant (engine) ............................ 293
Engine oil. ...................................... 292
Fue l................................................ 291
Important safety notes .................. 290
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ............................................... 294
Washerf lui
d ................................... 294
Settingt he air distribution ............... 110
Setting the airflow ............................ 110
Setting the date/time format
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual.................................................. 211
Setting the language
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual.................................................. 211
Setting the time
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual.................................................. 211
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 175
On-board compute r....................... 172
SETUP (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) .................. 175
Side impac tair bag ............................. 44
Side marker lamp
Changing bulb s(rear) .................... 101
Side marker lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 189
Side windows
Cleaning ......................................... 241
Convenience closing feature ............ 76
Important safety information ........... 74
Opening/closing (all )....................... 75
Opening/closing (front) ................... 75
Overview .......................................... 74
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 76
Resetting ......................................... 76
Reversing feature ............................. 74
SIRIU Sservices
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ua l.................................................. 211
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From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 71
Upshift indicator
(on-board computer, Mercedes-
AMG SLC 43) .................................1 75
USB devices
Connecting to the MediaI nter-
face ............................................... 218
V
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 27
Data acquisition ............................... 28
Display message ............................ 198
Electronics ..................................... 288
Equipment ....................................... 24
Individua lsettings .......................... 172
Limited Warranty .............................2 8
Loading .......................................... 271
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 72
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 65
Lowering ........................................ 284
Maintenance .................................... 25
Parking for along period. ............... 133
Pulling awa y................................... 118
Raising ........................................... 281
Reporting problems ......................... 27
Securing from rolling away ............ 281
Tow-starting ................................... 256
Towing away .................................. 256
Transporting .................................. 258
Unlocking (i nanemergency) ........... 72
Unlocking (SmartKey). ..................... 65
Vehicl edata. .................................. 295
Vehicl ebattery
see Battery (vehicle)
Vehicl edata ....................................... 295
Vehicl edimensions ........................... 295
Vehicl eemergencyl ocking ................ 72
Vehicl eidentificatio nnumber
see VIN
Vehicl eidentificatio nplate .............. 289
Vehicl etoolkit.................................. 245
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 169
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual.................................................. 211 VIN
Seat. .............................................. 290
Type plate ...................................... 289
W
Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 204
Active Brake Assist ........................ 209
Brake Assist ................................... 209
Brakes ........................................... 204
Check Engine ................................. 207
Coolant .......................................... 207
Distance Pilo tDISTRONIC ............. 209
Distance warning ........................... 209
ESP
®.............................................. 205
ESP®OFF ....................................... 206
Fue ltank ........................................ 207
Generaln otes ................................ 202
Parking brake ................................ 206
PASSENGER AIR BAG ...................... 39
Reserve fue l................................... 207
Restraint system ............................ 206
Seatb elt. ....................................... 203
SPORTh andling mode. .................. 206
Tire pressure monitor .................... 210
Warning triangle ................................ 244
Warranty .............................................. 24
Washer fluid
Displa ymessage ............................ 201
Weather display (COMAND)
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual.................................................. 211
Wheel and tire combinations
Tires ............................................... 284
Wheel bolt tightenin gtorque ........... 284
Wheel chock ...................................... 281
Wheels
Changing awheel .......................... 280
Checking ........................................ 260
Cleaning ......................................... 241
Emergency spare wheel. ................ 285
Important safety notes .................. 260
Information on driving .................... 260
Interchanging/changing ................ 280
Mounting anew wheel. .................. 283
Mounting awheel .......................... 281
Overview ........................................ 260
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Protecting the environment
General notes
HEnvironmental 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 amanner
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:
Roperating conditionsofy our vehicle
Ryour personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
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.
Rar egularly 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
startin gthe engine.
Rdo not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
Rdrive carefully and maintain asafe 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 concerns and recom-
mendations
Wherever the operating instructions require you
to dispose of materials, first try to regenerate or
re-use them. Observe the relevant environmen-
tal rules and regulations when disposing of
materials. In this way you will help to protect the
environment.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
HEnvironmental note
Daimler AG also suppliesr econditioned major
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. They are covered by the
same Limited Warranty entitlements as new
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
Rinstrumentc luster
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.
You could jeopardize the operating safety of
your vehicle 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 malfunction sinsafety-relevant
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts23
Introduction
Z
Page 26 of 298
systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genu-
ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equalqual-
ity. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that
have been specifically approved for your vehi-
cle.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subject to
strict quality control. Every part has been spe-
cifically developed,m anufactured or selected
for and adapted to Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Therefore, only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
should be used.
More than 300,000 different genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts are available for
Mercedes-Benz models.
All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain
as upply of genuine Mercedes-Benz parts for
necessary service and repair work. In addition,
strategically located parts delivery centers pro-
vide quick and reliable parts service.
Always specify the vehicle identification number
(VIN) when ordering genuine Mercedes-Benz
parts (
Ypage 289).
Operator's Manual
Vehicle equipment
i
This Operator's Manual describes all models
and all standard and optional equipment of
your vehicle available at the time of going to
print. Country-specific differences are possi-
ble. Bear in mind that your vehicle may not
feature all functions described here. This also applies to safety-relevant systems and func-
tions. The equipment in your vehicle may
therefore differ from that shown in the
descriptions and illustrations.
The original purchase agreement lists all sys-
tems installed in your vehicle.
Should you have any questions concerning
equipment and operation, please consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The Operator's Manual and Maintenance Book-
let are important documents and should be kept
in the vehicle.
Service and vehicleo peration
Warranty
The implied warranty for your vehicle applies in
accordance with the warranty terms and condi- tions in the Service and Warranty Information
booklet.
Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will
replace and repair all factory-installedp
arts in
accordance with the following warranty terms
and conditions:
RNew Vehicle Limited Warranty
REmission System Warranty
REmission Performance Warranty
RCalifornia, Connecticut,M aine, Massachu-
setts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island
and Vermont Emission Control System War-
ranty
RState warranty enforcementl aws (lemon
laws)
Replacement parts and accessories are covered
by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories
warranties. These are available at any author-
ized Mercedes-Benz Center.
iShould you lose your Service and Warranty
Information booklet, have an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for areplace-
ment. The new Service and Warranty Infor-
mation booklet will be posted to you.
Information for customers in Califor-
nia
Under California law you may be entitled to a
replacement of your vehicle or arefund of the
purchase price or lease price, if after areason-
able number of repair attempts Mercedes-Benz
USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service
facilities fail to fix one or more substantial
defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are
covered by its express warranty.
During the period of 18 months from original
delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of
18,000 miles (approximately 29,000 km) on the
odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first,
ar easonable number of repair attempts is pre-
sumed for aretail buyerorl essee if one or more
of the following occurs:
(1) the same substantial defect or malfunction results in acondition that is likely to cause
death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is
driven, that defect or malfunction has been
subject to repair two or more times, and you
24Service and vehicleo peration
Introduction