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Cleaning the sensors*
X
Clean sensors :for the driving systems
with water, car shampoo and a soft cloth.
! If you clean the sensors using a high-pres-
sure cleaner or steam cleaner, observe the
manufacturer's information on maintaining
the correct distance between the vehicle
and the high-pressure cleaner.
Cleaning the reversing camera* X
Use clear water and a soft cloth to clean
camera lens :.
! Do not clean the camera lens and the area
around the reversing camera with a high-
pressure cleaner. Cleaning the exhaust tail pipes Impurities combined with the effects of road
grit and corrosive environmental factors may
cause flash rust to form on the surface. Reg-
ular care of the exhaust tail pipes will ensure
that their original shine is restored.
!
Do not clean the exhaust tail pipes with
alkaline-based cleaning agents such as
wheel cleaner.
X Clean the exhaust tail pipes with a chrome
care product approved by Mercedes-Benz. Interior care
Cleaning the steering wheel boss and
dashboard G
Risk of injury
Do not use cleaners and cockpit care sprays
containing solvents to clean the cockpit and
steering wheel boss. Cleaners containing sol-
vents cause the surface to become porous
and in the event of an airbag being triggered,
plastic parts that have become loose could
cause considerable injuries.
X Wipe the dashboard and steering wheel
boss with a damp, lint-free cloth (e.g. a
microfibre cloth) and cleaning agent.
X Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning
products recommended and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Cleaning the COMAND display X
Before cleaning the display, make sure that
it is switched off and has cooled down.
X Clean the display surface using a commer-
cially-available microfibre cloth and TFT/
LCD display cleaner.
X Dry the display surface using a dry micro-
fibre cloth.
! For cleaning, do not use any of the fol-
lowing: 310
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R
alcohol-based solvents or petrol
R abrasive cleaning agents
R commercially-available household clean-
ing agents
These may damage the display surface. Do
not exert pressure when cleaning the dis-
play surface as this may lead to irreversible
damage.
Cleaning the seat covers !
Do not use microfibre cloths to clean gen-
uine leather, artificial leather or Alcantara
covers, as these are too aggressive and, if
used often, may damage the cover.
! You should clean:
R genuine leather covers with a damp
cloth, then wipe the covers down with a
dry cloth. Make sure that the leather
does not become soaked. For leather
care, use a leather care agent recom-
mended by Mercedes-Benz. You can
obtain information about this from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
R artificial leather covers with a cloth mois-
tened with a solution containing 1%
detergent (e. g. washing-up liquid).
R fabric covers with a microfibre cloth
moistened with a solution containing 1%
detergent (e. g. washing-up liquid). When
cleaning, take care not to rub too vigo-
rously and always wipe entire seat sec-
tions to avoid leaving visible lines. Leave
the seat to dry afterwards. Cleaning
results depend on the type of dirt and
how long it has been there.
R Alcantara covers with a damp cloth.
Make sure you wipe entire seat sections
to avoid leaving visible lines.
i Note that regular care is essential to
ensure that the quality (both appearance and comfort) of the covers is retained over
time.
Cleaning Night View Assist* !
Do not attempt to clean the lens of the
Night View Assist camera. If the camera
lens is dirty, visit a qualified specialist work-
shop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre. X
Fold down the camera cover by recess :. X
Use a soft cloth to clean the windscreen in
front of camera ;.
! If you are using a glass cleaner, do not
spray it onto the lens of the Night View
Assist camera. Care
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Cleaning the plastic trim
!
Do not affix to plastic surfaces:
R stickers
R films
R scented oil bottles or similar items
You can otherwise damage the plastic.
! Ensure that cosmetics, insect repellent
and suntan lotion do not come into contact
with the vehicle's trim. This will protect the
vehicle's high-quality trim and help retain
its overall appearance.
X Wipe the plastic trim with a damp, lint-free
cloth (e.g. a microfibre cloth).
X Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning
products recommended and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Cleaning the wooden trim* and trim
strips X
Wipe the wooden trim and trim strips with
a damp, lint-free cloth (e.g. a microfibre
cloth).
X Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning
products recommended and approved by
Mercedes-Benz. 312
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Where will I find...?
...........................314
Display messages ............................. 316
Troubleshooting ................................ 349
Locking/unlocking in an emer-
gency ................................................. 365
Replacing batteries (key, remote
control, etc.) ...................................... 367
Changing bulbs ................................. 369
Replacing the wiper blades ..............372
Flat tyre ............................................. 373
Battery ............................................... 382
Towing and tow-starting ..................386
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Where will I find...?
Warning triangle
The warning triangle is secured on the inside
of the boot lid. X
Turn lever ;90° in the direction of the
arrow.
X Remove warning triangle :.
Setting up the warning triangle X
Fold feet =down and out to the side.
X Pull side reflectors ;up to form a triangle
and lock them at the top using press-
stud :. First-aid kit
i Check the expiry date of the first-aid kit
annually, and replace the contents when
necessary. The first-aid kit is located in the luggage net
on the right-hand side at the rear of the boot. X
Release retainer strap :.
X Remove first-aid kit ;from the luggage
net. Fire extinguisher*
i Have the fire extinguisher refilled after
each use and checked every one or two
years. Otherwise, it may fail in an emer-
gency.
Observe the legal requirements in all coun-
tries concerned.
The fire extinguisher is located in the stowage
compartment under the driver's seat. 314
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X
Pull handle :upwards.
X Pull cover ;forwards in the direction of
the arrow.
X Remove the fire extinguisher from the
stowage compartment. Vehicle tool kit and jack
The vehicle tool kit and the jack are located
under the boot floor. G
Risk of injury
The jack is designed only to raise and hold the
vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being
changed.
You must use axle stands if you are carrying
out work on the vehicle.
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.
Otherwise, the jack will not be able to achieve
its load-bearing capacity due to the restricted
height.
Do not start the engine at any time while a
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 if a door or the
boot lid is opened or closed) and you could be
seriously injured.
i When using the jack, you should also
observe the safety notes in the "Flat tyre"
section (Y page 373).
X Fold up the front part of the boot floor
(Y page 280). Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit :
Electric air pump
; Folding wheel chock
= Jack
? TIREFIT kit
A Vehicle tool kit
Vehicles with a "Minispare" emer-
gency spare wheel* :
"Minispare" emergency spare wheel
; Fastening element
= Vehicle tool kit, jack, folding chock
X Turn fastening element ;anti-clockwise.
X Remove "Minispare" emergency spare
wheel :. Where will I find...?
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Vehicles with a spare wheel*
:
Spare wheel
; Fastening element
= Vehicle tool kit, jack, folding chock
X Turn fastening element ;anti-clockwise.
X Remove spare wheel :.
Setting up the folding wheel chock The collapsible wheel chock serves as an
additional measure for securing the vehicle
against rolling away, e.g. when a wheel is
being changed. X
Fold both plates :upwards.
X Fold out lower plate ;.
X Guide the lugs on the lower plate fully into
the openings in base plate =. Display messages
Notes
G
Risk of accident
The on-board computer detects and shows
messages or warnings from certain systems
only. You should therefore make sure your
vehicle is operating safely at all times. Other-
wise, you may cause an accident.
Certain display messages are accompanied
by a warning tone or a continuous tone.
The display messages in the multi-function
display are white, yellow or red. Red display
messages have the highest priority.
Please respond in accordance with the dis-
play messages and follow the additional
notes in this Owner's Manual. G
Risk of accident
If the instrument cluster or the multi-function
display fails, it can no longer show any display
messages.
You will not then be able to see information
about the vehicle status, such as speed, out-
side temperature, warning and indicator
lamps, display messages or the failure of sys-
tems. Handling characteristics may be affec-
ted. Adjust your driving style and speed
accordingly.
Immediately 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 purpose. In particular, work relevant to
safety or on safety-related systems must be
carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
When you stop and park the vehicle, please
observe the instructions provided for HOLD
(Y page 245) and parking (Y page 204).
Calling up display messages The on-board computer stores certain display
messages which can be called up later.316
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Use the buttons on the multi-function steer-
ing wheel.
X
Using =or; select the Service
menu.
If there are display messages, the multi-
function display shows, e.g. 2 messages.
X Using 9or: select the entry, e.g.
2 messages.
X Confirm with a.
X Using :or9 scroll through the dis-
play messages. Hiding display messages You cannot hide display messages of the
highest priority. The multi-function display
will continue to show these display messages
until their cause has been remedied.
Use the buttons on the multi-function steer-
ing wheel.
X
Press aor% to hide the display
message.
The following tables contain all the display
messages. Text messages
G
Risk of accident and injury
The operating safety of your vehicle may be affected if service work is carried out incorrectly.
You could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident. In addition, the safety systems may
no longer be able to protect you or others as they are designed to do.
Always have service work performed at 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 purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety
or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Display messages
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