
107 Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments 
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument 
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Press the button è or ÿ repeatedly until the 
display (1) appears.
Press the j or k button until the display for trip 
odometer memory “AFTER START” (1) and 
“AFTER RESET” (2), or the display (3) for estimated 
driving range remaining and fuel tank contents 
appears.
Important!
The reading in the display “TANK CONTENT” might be 
off by approximately +/– 2.2 US qt (2 l). Please refuel in 
time.
Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or 
previous system.Note:
The “AFTER START” display (1) always appears when 
the trip computer is called up.
To reset the “AFTER START” (1) or “AFTER RESET” (2) 
odometer memory at any time:
Call up the relevant display (1 or 2) using the j or 
k button and press theJbutton in the instrument 
cluster until the values are reset.
The “AFTER START” trip odometer reading is 
automatically reset after four hours of electronic key not 
being in steering lock position 2. 

109 Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display
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data Instruments 
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument 
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Should any malfunctions be stored while driving, they 
will reappear in the display (2) when the electronic key 
is in steering lock position 0 or removed from the 
steering lock.
Specific malfunctions can be recalled by pressing 
buttonJ. Each malfunction or warning message must 
be acknowledged by pressing buttonJ. Once all 
messages are cancelled the odometer display should 
reappear.
Pressing theJbutton in the instrument cluster 
immediately switches to the next malfunction message.
The malfunction message memory will be cleared when 
the electronic key is turned in the steering lock to 
position 1 or 2. Should subsequent malfunctions occur, 
they will be displayed in the malfunction message 
memory.
Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or 
previous system.Important!
Malfunctions and warning messages are only indicated 
for certain systems and displayed to a low level of detail.
The malfunction and warning messages are simply a 
reminder with respect to the operation of certain 
systems and do not replace the driver’s responsibility to 
maintain the vehicle’s operating safety by having all 
required maintenance and safety checks performed on 
the vehicle and by bringing the vehicle to an authorized 
Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction and 
warning messages. See page 250. 

111 Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display
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data Instruments 
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument 
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index 1Preliminary display of the individual settings
2“SET TIME – HOURS”
(only vehicles without COMAND)
3“SET TIME – MINUTES”
(only vehicles without COMAND)
4“12 / 24 O’CLOCK”, the unit set is displayed in the 
instrument cluster
(only vehicles without COMAND)
5“TEMP. INDICATOR” — the unit set is displayed in 
the outside temperature display in the instrument 
cluster and in the automatic air conditioner display
6“DISPLAY VALUES IN” – the unit set is displayed in 
the trip and main odometer.
7“TEXT” – sets the language used in the 
multifunction display8“STATION SEARCH USING” — radio adjustment
“FREQUENCY” – use the j or k button to 
select a frequency
“MEMORY” – use the j or k button to select 
a stored station (preset memory)
9See page 113 for instructions on returning the 
setting menus to the factory settings
10Selection marker – indicates the setting selected
Notes:
These settings may only be performed with the vehicle 
at standstill and with the key in steering lock position 1 
or 2.
The figure depicts the factory setting for the Federal 
Republic of Germany. 

115 Flexible service system
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data Instruments 
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument 
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index The service indicator disappears automatically after 
30 seconds or if buttonJon the instrument cluster is 
pressed.
Calling up service indicator manually:
Turn the electronic key in steering lock to position 
1or2.
Call up the trip odometer and main odometer by 
pressing button è or ÿ on the multifunction 
steering wheel until the display appears. See page 96.
Press button j or k until the FSS indicator 
appears. 
Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or 
previous system.
Important!
The FSS indicator is not an engine oil level indicator. 
See page 117 for engine oil level indicator.Note:
When disconnecting vehicle battery for one or more 
days at a time, such days will not be counted. Any such 
days not counted by the FSS can be added by your 
Mercedes-Benz Center. 
The interval between services is determined by the type 
of driving for which the vehicle is used. For example, 
driving at extreme speeds, and cold starts combined 
with short distance driving in which the engine does not 
reach operating normal temperature, reduce the interval 
between services. 

116 Flexible service system
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data Instruments 
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument 
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Following a completed A or B service the Mercedes-Benz 
Center sets the counter mileage to 10 000 miles 
(Canada: 15 000 km).
The counter can also be set by any individual. To do so:
Turn the electronic key in steering lock to position 2.
To call up the trip odometer and main odometer, press 
button è or ÿ on the multifunction steering 
wheel until the display appears. See page 96.
Press button j or k until the FSS indicator 
appears.
Press buttonJon the instrument cluster for 
approximately 4 seconds.The multifunction display will show the question: 
“DO YOU WANT TO RESET – SERVICE INTERVAL? – 
CONFIRM BY – PRESSING R”
Press button  J on the instrument cluster again for 
approximately 4 seconds, and hold until a signal 
sounds. The message “SERVICE INTERVAL HAS BEEN 
RESET” appears in the multifunction display.
The new service indicator is displayed with the reset 
distance of 10 000 miles (Canada 15 000 km).
If the FSS counter was inadvertently reset, have a 
Mercedes-Benz Center correct it.
Only reset if the proper service has been performed. 
Resetting the system without performing proper service 
as called for by the FSS will cause the FSS to incorrectly 
determine the next service interval which will result in 
engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz 
Limited Warranty. 
However you choose to set your reference numbers, the 
scheduled services as posted in the Service Booklet 
must be followed to properly care for your vehicle. 

117 Engine oil level indicator
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data Instruments 
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument 
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Engine oil level indicator
To check the engine oil level, park vehicle on level 
ground, with engine at normal operational temperature.
Check oil level approximately 5 minutes after turning 
off the engine, allowing for the oil to return to the oil 
pan.Turn the electronic key in steering lock to position 2.
To call up the trip odometer and main odometer, press 
button è or ÿ on the multifunction steering 
wheel until the display appears. See page 96.
Press button j or k on the multifunction 
steering wheel repeatedly until the “MEASUREMENT 
CORRECT – ONLY IF VEH. LEVEL” engine oil level 
indicator appears. This indicator is only a reminder. 
Measurement can be cancelled by pressing button j 
or k if the vehicle is not parked on level ground. An 
incorrect reading will be displayed if you do not cancel 
the measurement. Move the vehicle to level ground and 
measure again.
The electronic key in steering lock is not in position 2 if 
the “ENGINE OIL LEVEL – SWITCH ON IGNITION” 
message appears.
The “ENGINE OIL LEVEL – MEASURING NOW” 
message is displayed after approximately 3 seconds. 

343 Index
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments 
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument 
cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex Multifunction display ...................................................... 92
Audio systems  ............................................................. 97
Engine oil level indicator  ........................................... 96
FSS (Flexible service system)  ................................... 96
Individual settings .....................................................110
Malfunction message memory  ............................... 108
Navigation system  ..................................................... 105
Telephone ................................................................... 100
Trip and main odometer  ............................................ 96
Trip computer  ............................................................ 106
Vehicle speed ............................................................... 96
Multifunction steering wheel  ........................................ 92
Setting the audio volume ..........................................113
NNavigation system - Multifunction display  ................ 105
Night security Illumination  ......................................... 120OOn-board diagnostic system  .........................................244
Operator’s manual  ............................................................. 8
Outside temperature indicator  ...................................... 90
Overhead control panel ................................................... 21
PPanic button  ...................................................................... 31
Parcel net in front passenger footwell  ........................ 178
Parking ............................................................................ 216
Parking assist (Parktronic) .......................................... 234
Malfunction ............................................................... 238
Parktronic switch  ..................................................... 238
Sensors ...................................................................... 235
Warning indicators  .................................................. 236
Parking brake  ............................... 212, 214, 216, 231, 245
PA R K I N G  B R A K E  -  m a l f u n c t i o n  a n d  
warning messages  ................................................... 255
Power assistance  ............................................................ 214
Power seats, front ............................................................. 42
Power windows  ............................................................... 154
Blocking of rear door window operation  ............... 155
Opening and closing  ...................................................30
Synchronizing ........................................................... 156
Problems with your vehicle ............................................ 14
Product information  .......................................................... 7 

346 Index
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments 
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument 
cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex
TELE AID - malfunction and warning messages  ...... 263
Telephone ........................................................................ 100
General notes ............................................................. 186
Incoming call  ............................................................. 104
Redialing .................................................................... 102
Telephone book  ......................................................... 100
Telephones and two-way radios ................................... 186
The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km)  ................................ 187
Tires ................................................................................. 216
Driving instructions  ................................................. 216
Rims and tires  ...........................................................326
Rotating wheels ......................................................... 280
Tire inflation pressure  ............................................. 287
Tire replacement ....................................................... 279
Tire speed rating  ....................................................... 218
Tire traction  ............................................................... 218
Winter driving instructions  .................................... 219
Tool kit
Vehicle tools ............................................................... 277
Tow-away alarm ................................................................ 41
Towing the vehicle ......................................................... 294
Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking .... 296
Traveling abroad  ............................................................ 221
Trip computer  ................................................................. 106
Trip odometer  ................................................................... 91
Turn signal failure  ......................................................... 122Turn signals  ....................................................................122
VVanity mirrors  ................................................................ 161
Vehicle jack  .................................................................... 278
Vehicle tools  ................................................................... 277
Ventilated seats  ................................................................54WWa r n i n g  l a m p s
Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster  .............. 88
Warranty Coverage  ....................................................... 322
WASHER FLUID - malfunction and warning
messages ................................................................... 262
What you should know at the gas station  ................. 239
Wheels ............................................................................ 279
Changing ................................................................... 282
Light alloy wheels  ..................................................... 318
Rims and tires  .......................................................... 326
Rotating ..................................................................... 280
Spare wheel ................................................................ 281
Where to find it  ................................................................ 13