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required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this
purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop. Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
0003 Solutions
000C The boot lid is open.
X
Close the boot lid. 0003 G
Risk of accident
The bonnet is open. Awarning tone also sounds.
X Pull ove rand stop the vehicle safely as soo nas possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Close the bonnet. 0007 At least one door is open.
Awarning tone also sounds.
X Close the doors. 0004
ABS and ESP cur‐
rently unavail.
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Ris
kofa ccident
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram), BA S(Brake Assist) and hill star tassist are temporarily
unavailable. For example, the on-board voltage may be insuffi-
cient. In addition, the 0002,0001and0012 warning lamps light
up in the instrument cluster.
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
functions listed above.
X Drive on carefully.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. 0004
ABS and ESP inoper‐
ative See Owner's
Manual G
Risk of accident
ABS, ESP ®
, BAS and hill start assist are unavailable due to amal-
function .Inaddition ,the 0002, 0001and0012 warning lamps light
up in the instrument cluster.
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
functions listed above.
X Drive on carefully.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. 294
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Rear spoiler
Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0003 Solutions
The rea
rspoiler stops
before reaching the
end position when
retracting manually. You have opened the boot lid while manually retracting the rear
spoiler.
X
Close the boot lid.
The rear spoiler extends or, if you press and hold the button
(Y page 261), continues retracting. The rear spoiler stops
before reaching the
end position when
retracting/extending
manually. You have switched off the ignition.
X
Switch on the ignition again.
X Press the button for extending/retracting the rear spoiler
(Y page 261).
The rear spoiler extends/retracts. The rear spoiler cannot
be retracted again after
manually extending it. You have opened the boot lid while manually extending the rear
spoiler.
X
Close the boot lid. The rear spoiler does
not extend or retract
automatically. The rear spoiler's movement is blocked, e.g. by an objec
tjammed
between the body and the rear spoiler.
X Remove the object. Key
Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0003 Solutions
You cannot lock or
unlock the vehicle
using the key. The key battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
X
Poin tthe tip of the key at the driver's door handle from close
range and try to unlock or lock the vehicle again.
If this does not work:
X Unlock the vehicle using the emergency key element
(Y page 322).
X Check the key battery and replace it if necessary
(Y page 323). The key is faulty.
X
Lock or unlock the vehicle using the emergency key element
(Y page 322).
X Have the key checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Troubleshooting
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Removing the emergenc
ykey element X
Push release catch 0001in the direction of
the arrow and at the same time remove
emergency key element 0002from the key. Locking/unlocking the doors
If you use the emergency key element to
unlock and open the driver's door, the anti-
theft alarm system will be triggered
(Y page 49).
If the vehicle can no longer be locked or
unlocked centrally with th ekey:
X Take the emergency key element out of the
key (Y page 321). X
To unlock: insert the emergency key ele-
ment into the lock of the driver's door as
far as it will go.
X Turn the emergency key element clockwise
to position 0004.
The door is unlocked.
X Turn the emergency key element back and
remove it. X
To open the door: press button0001.
The handle moves out slightly from the
door.
X Pull the handle out as far as it will go.
X Swing the door upwards by the handle.
X To lock: lock the front-passenger door
manually from the inside (Y page 201).
X Leave the vehicle and close the driver's
door.
X Inser tthe emergency key element into the
lock of the driver's door as far as it will go.
X Turn the emergency key element anti-
clockwise to position 0005.
The door is locked.
X Turn the emergency key element back and
remove it.
X Check that both doors are locked. Unlocking the boot
If the boot can no longer be unlocked with the
key:
X Take the emergency key element out of the
key (Y page 321). X
Insert the emergency key element fully into
boot lid lock 0001in the centre console in the
vehicle interior.
X To unlock: turn the emergency key ele-
ment anti-clockwise as far as it will go.
The boot lid opens slightly. 322
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X
Get all occupants out of the vehicle .Make
sure that they are no tendangered as they
ge to ut of the vehicle.
X Make sure that no one is near the danger
area whils tawheel is being changed. Any-
one who is not directly assisting in the
wheel change should, for example, stand
behind the barrier.
X Switch off the engine.
X Remove the key from the ignition lock.
X Get out of the vehicle.
X Close the driver’s door.
X Place the warning triangle ( Ypage 288) at
a suitable distance. Observe legal require-
ments. Using the TIREFIT kit
You can use the TIREFI Tkit to seal small
punctures, particularly those in the tyre tread.
You can use TIREFIT at outside temperatures
down to -40 †. G
Risk of accident
In the following situations ,your safety is at
particular risk and tyre sealant is unable to
provide breakdown assistance if:
R there are cuts or punctures in the tyre
greater than 4 mm
R the wheel rim is damaged
R you have driven at very low tyre pressures
or on a flat tyre
Do not drive any further. Consult a qualified
specialist workshop which has the necessary
specialist knowledge and tools to carry out
the work required.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur-
pose. In particular, work relevant to safety or
on safety-related systems must be carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop. X
Do not remove any foreign objects which
have penetrated the tyre, e.g. screws or
nails.
X Take the TIREFIT kit out of the boot
(Y page 288). X
Open the TIREFIT kit and remove "max.
80 km/h" sticker 000B.
X Affix sticker 000Bwithin the driver's field of
vision. G
Risk of injury
TIREFIT must not come into contact with your
skin, eyes or clothing.
R If TIREFIT comes into contact with your
eyes or skin, immediately rinse thoroughly
with clean water.
R Change out of clothing which has come into
contact with TIREFIT immediately.
R If an allergic reaction occurs, consult a doc-
tor immediately.
Keep TIREFIT away from children.
R If TIREFIT is swallowed, immediately rinse
your mouth out thoroughly and drink plenty
of water.
R Do not induce vomiting. Consult a doctor
immediately.
R Do not inhale TIREFIT fumes.
i If TIREFIT leaks out, allow it to dry. It can
then be removed like a layer of film.
If you get TIREFIT on your clothing, have it
cleaned as soon as possible with perchloro-
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the work required. Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends tha
tyou use a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre for this purpose. In particular, work
relevant to safety or on safety-related sys-
tems must be carried out at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
X Correct the tyre pressure if it is at least
130 kPa (1.3 bar) (see fuel filler flap for val-
ues).
To increase the tyre pressure: switch on
the tyre inflation compressor.
To reduce the tyre pressure: open
release screw 000A.
! The manufacturer does not guarantee
that all tyre damage can be repaired using
the TIREFIT kit, particularly in the case of
cuts and punctures with a diameter of more
than four millimetres or on the sidewall. The
manufacturer is not responsible for dam-
age caused by inappropriate use of the
TIREFIT kit.
X Drive to the nearest workshop and have the
tyre changed there.
X Have the TIREFIT kit replaced as soon as
possible at a qualified specialist workshop,
e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. H
Environmental note
Have the used TIREFIT kit disposed of profes-
sionally, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre.
X Have the TIREFIT kit replaced every four
years at a qualified specialist workshop,
e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Changing
awheel
Preparing the vehicle i
You rvehicle is not fitted with wheel-
changing tools at the factory. Some of the
tools required to perform awheel change, e.g. wheel chock, jack, centring pin or
wheel wrench are vehicle-specific. For
more information on which tools are
required to perform a wheel change on your
vehicle, consult a Mercedes-Ben
zService
Centre.
X Prepare the vehicle as described
(Y page 325).
X Bring the wheels into the straight-ahead
position.
X Take the following objects from the left-
hand stowage compartment and the left-
hand stowage space in the boot:
R
the jack 24
R the wheel-changing tools*
R the folding wheel chock 24
X Use the folding wheel choc kto prevent the
vehicle from rolling away. X
Fold both plates upwards 0001.
X Fold out lower plate 0002.
X Guide the lugs on the lower plate fully into
openings in base plate 0015.
24 Not supplied with the vehicle. Flat tyre
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Securing the vehicle on level ground
X
On level ground: place the folding wheel
chock or a similar item under the wheel that
is diagonally opposite to the wheel you wish
to change. Securing the vehicle on slight downhill gradients
X On downhill gradients: place the folding
wheel chock or a similar item behind the
wheels of the front and rea raxle. X
Using wheel wrench 0001, loosenthe bolts on
the wheel you wish to change by about one
full turn. Do not unscrew the wheel bolts
completely. Raising the vehicle G
Risk of injury
The jack is designed only to raise the vehicle
for a short time while awheel is being
changed.
The vehicle must be placed on stands if you
intend to work under it.
Make sure that the jack is placed on a firm,
non-slip, level surface. Do not use wooden
blocks or similar objects as a jack underlay.
The vehicle could otherwise slip off the jack
and seriously injure you.
Do not start the engine at any time while the
wheel is being changed.
Do not lie under the vehicle when it is being
supported by the jack. If you do not raise the
vehicle as described, it could slip off the jack
(e.g. if the engine is started or a door or the
boot lid is opened or closed) and seriously
injure you. G
Risk of accident
If you fail to position the jack correctly, the
vehicle may:
R slip off the jack
R injure you or others
R be damaged
Therefore, make sure that the jack is posi-
tioned correctly in the respective jacking
points. Before positioning the jack, remove
any dirt that may have collected in the jacking
points.
The mounting for the jack is centred between
the front and rear wheel arches (arrow). 330
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X
Turn the jack back to the out-of-use posi-
tion and stow it in the boot again with the
rest of the wheel-changing tools. Emergency spare wheel*
G
Risk of accident
The wheel dimensions and tyre size of the
emergency spare wheel differ from those of
the standard wheels.
Your vehicle's handling characteristics will
change when driving with a collapsible emer-
gency spare wheel. Adapt your style of driving
accordingly.
The collapsible emergency spare wheel may
only be used for a short time. Do not exceed
the maximum speed of 80 km/h and do not
deactivate ESP ®
. G
Risk of accident
Have the collapsible emergenc yspare wheel
replaced as soon as possible at a qualified
specialist workshop which has the necessary
specialist knowledge and tools to carry out
the work required. Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre for this purpose. In particular, work
relevant to safety or on safety-related sys-
tems must be carried out at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
Never drive the vehicle with more than one
collapsible emergency spare wheel fitted.
Inflating the collapsible emergency
spare wheel 25 G
Risk of accident
Pump up the collapsible emergency spare
wheel before lowering the vehicle. You could
otherwise damage the wheel rim.
X Remove the electric air pump from the boot
(Y page 288). Comply with the manufacturer’s safety
instructions on the sticker on the electric air
pump and on the TIREFIT filler bottle.
0001
Sticker "max. 80 km/h“
0002 On/off switch
0015 Operating instructions
0014 Connector
0012 Flanged cap
0013 Pressure gauge
000A Pressure release screw
000B Filler hose
X Pull cable and filler hose 000Bout of the hous-
ing.
X Remove the cap from the valve on the tyre.
X Make sure that pressure release screw 000A
is closed.
X Remove the dust protection cap from filler
hose 000B.
X Screw the end of filler hose 000Bonto the tyre
valve.
X Make sure on/off switch 0002on the electric
air pump is set to 0.
X Insert connector 0014intothe 12 V cigarette
lighter socket*( Ypage 260).
25 Only for certain countries. Flat tyre
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Fuses
Notes on changing fuses
The fuses in your vehicle serve to close down
faulty circuits. If afuse blows, all the compo-
nents on the circuit and their functions will
fail.
Blown fuses must be replace dwith fuses of
the same rating, which you can recognise by
the colour and value. The fuse ratings are lis-
ted in the fuse allocation chart. AMercedes-
BenzS ervice Centre will be happy to advise
you. G
Risk of fire
Only use fuses that have been approved for
Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the
correct fuse rating for the systems con-
cerned. Do not attempt to repair or bridge
faulty fuses. Otherwise, a circuit overload
could cause a fire. Have the cause traced and
rectified at a qualified specialist workshop,
e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have the
cause traced and rectified at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
! Only use fuses that have been approved
for Mercedes-Benzv ehicles and which
have the correct fuse rating for the system
concerned. Otherwise, components or sys-
tems could be damaged.
The fuses are in the fuse boxes in the front-
passenger footwell and in the rear compart-
ment.
Fuse allocation chart The "Relay and fuse information sheet" is
located with the wheel-changing tools
(Y page 288) in the boot. Before changing a fuse
X Park the vehicle.
X Switch off all electrical consumers.
X Select key position 0with the Start/Stop
button. Fuse box in the footwell
X
To open: remove the carpet over the foot-
rest.
X Loosen screws 0001on the floor panel using
a suitable tool.
X Remove the floor panel.
X To close: fit the floor panel again.
X Screw in and tighten screws 0001.
X Put in the carpet and press to secure.
! The floor panel must be fitted properly,
otherwise moisture or dirt could impair the
function of the fuses. Fuse box in the rear compartment342
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To open: open the boot.
X Fold cover 0001in the centre of the rea rwall
down in the direction of the arrow.
X To close: fold cover 0001up in the opposite
direction to the arrow and press to secure.
! The cover must be fitte dproperly, other-
wise moisture or dirt could impair the func-
tion of the fuses. Fuses
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Notes on the technical data
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Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts .........346
Vehicle electronics ...........................346
Vehicle identification plates ............348
Service products and capacities .....349
Vehicle data ...................................... 352
Boot lid opening dimensions ...........352
Opening dimensions of the gullw-
ing doors ............................................ 352
Tyres and wheels .............................. 353 345Technical data
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