lane is marked with a white bracket and an
arrow showing the target position.
Backing up into a parking space
:Lane turns green when the steering wheel
is turned in the correct directionXKeep the steering wheel in that position
and reverse carefully.XStop as soon as you hear a tone.
The vehicle has reached the position in
which you need to countersteer.
Countersteering
:Red lane indicating the route the vehicle
will take with the steering wheel in its
current position;Yellow lane indicating the route the
vehicle will take when you have turned the
steering wheel in the required directionXTurn the steering wheel while the vehicle is
stationary until red lane : and yellow
lane ; overlap.
Lane ; is then marked in green and you
hear a tone. A white arrow and whitebracket are shown to indicate the target
position.
Driving to the final position
:Lane turns green when the steering wheel
is turned in the correct directionXKeep the steering wheel turned in that
direction and reverse carefully until you
have reached the final position.
The Parking Guidance finished
message appears in the multifunction
display and a tone sounds.
Final position
Depending on the size of the parking space,
you may now be in an angled position in the
parking space. If possible, Parking Guidance
will guide you as far back as possible towards
the rear limit of the parking space.
XManeuver to the final position if necessary.XAlways observe the warning messages
displayed by PARKTRONIC ( Y page 308).Driving systems313Driving and parkingZ
Do not use the rear view camera in these
situations. Otherwise you could injure
yourself or others and/or damage property
including your vehicle while parking/
maneuvering.
Activating the rear view camera
XMake sure that the SmartKey is in
position 2 in the ignition lock.
XEngage reverse gear.
The area behind the vehicle is shown in the
COMAND display with guide lines.
Guide lines in the COMAND display
GWarning!
Use of rear view camera can be dangerous if
you are color-blind or have impaired color
vision.
Only use rear view camera if you can see and
distinguish all colored guidelines shown by
rear view camera on the COMAND system
display.
GWarning
Please note that objects that do not touch the
ground may appear to be further away than
they actually are, for example:
Rthe bumper of a vehicle parked behind you
Rthe trailer drawbar
Rthe ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch
Rthe rear end of a truck
Ra slanted post
In such cases, you should not use the guide
lines to judge the distance. You may misjudge
the distance, which increases the risk of
impacting the objects.
Even if the object you approach is directly on
the ground, do not approach the object any
closer than the red guide line.
Guide lines ; and = show the approximate
distance to the rear area. Yellow guide
line ; indicates a distance of approximately
3 ft (1 m) and red guide line = indicates a
distance of approximately 10 in (0.25 m). The
distances only apply to objects at ground
level. Blue guide line : depicts the width
required for the vehicle. It is used to align the
vehicle with the edge of the road, e.g. the
curb.
ATTENTION ASSIST
Important safety guidelines
ATTENTION ASSIST helps you during long,
monotonous journeys such as on highways
and trunk roads. It is active in the range
between 50 mph (80 km/h) and 112 mph
(180 km/h).
If ATTENTION ASSIST detects fatigue or
increasing lapses in concentration on the part
of the driver, it suggests you take a break.
GWarning!
The ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid to the
driver. It might not recognize fatigue or
increasing inattentiveness in time or fail to
recognize them at all. The system cannot
substitute a rested and attentive driver.
Fatigue can cause you to recognize dangers
too late, to misjudge potential dangers, or to
react slower. Therefore, make sure to be
rested before and during your trip. Take rests
early enough and regularly, especially during
long trips. Failure to do so could cause you to
Driving systems315Driving and parkingZ
Problems with Night View Assist PlusProblemPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe picture quality of
Night View Assist Plus
has deteriorated.The windshield wipers are smearing the windshield.XReplace the wiper blades ( Y page 252).The windshield is smeared after the vehicle has been cleaned in a
car wash.XClean the windshield ( Y page 413).There is windshield chip damage in the camera's field of vision.XReplace the windshield.The windshield is fogged up on the inside.XDefrost the windshield ( Y page 260).The windshield is iced up.XDe-ice the windshield ( Y page 260).There is dirt on the inside of the windshield.XClean the inside of the windshield ( Y page 413).Active Driving Assistance package
General information
The Active Driving Assistance package
consists of DISTRONIC PLUS ( Y page 293),
Active Blind Spot Assist ( Y page 320) and
Active Lane Keeping Assist ( Y page 323).
Active Blind Spot Assist
Important safety guidelines
Active Blind Spot Assist uses a radar sensor
system to monitor the side areas of your
vehicle. In addition, it uses the radar sensor
system to monitor the front area. Active Blind
Spot Assist provides assistance at speeds
higher than about 20 mph (30 km/h). A
warning lamp in the exterior mirror calls your
attention to a vehicle or to certain obstacles
in the area monitored. If you then indicate a
turn towards that side before changing lanes,
you will also receive visual and audible
collision warnings. If a risk of lateral collision
is detected, corrective braking may help you
avoid a collision.GWarning
Active Blind Spot Assist is only an aid, and
may detect vehicles/obstacles incorrectly or
not at all.
The system may be impaired or may not
function if:
R there is poor visibility, e.g. due to snow,
rain, fog or spray.
R the rear and/or front sensors are dirty.
R the road is narrow and winding.
Active Blind Spot Assist may not detect
narrow vehicles, such as motorcycles or
bicycles, or only detect them too late. It
cannot detect vehicles that are overtaken at
a small distance and then enter the blind spot
area.
Active Blind Spot Assist cannot detect road
and traffic conditions. It is not a substitute for
attentive driving. You are responsible for the
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Seat beltsProblemPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions7
After starting the
engine, the red seat
belt warning lamp lights
up for 6 seconds.The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger
to fasten their seat belts.XFasten your seat belt ( Y page 51).7
After starting the
engine, the red seat
belt warning lamp lights
up. In addition, a
warning tone sounds
for up to 6 seconds.GRisk of injury
The driver's seat belt is not fastened.
XFasten your seat belt ( Y page 51).
The warning tone ceases.7
The red seat belt
warning lamp lights up
after the engine starts,
as soon as the driver's
or the front-passenger
door is closed.GRisk of injury
The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
XFasten your seat belt ( Y page 51).
The warning lamp goes out.GRisk of injury
There are objects on the front-passenger seat.
XRemove the objects from the front-passenger seat and stow
them in a secure place.
The warning lamp goes out.7
The red seat belt
warning lamp flashes
and an intermittent
audible warning
sounds.GRisk of injury
The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt. In
addition, you are driving faster than 15 mph (25 km/h) or you have
briefly driven faster than 15 mph (25 km/h).
XFasten your seat belt ( Y page 51).
The warning lamp goes out and the intermittent audible warning
ceases.GRisk of injury
There are objects on the front-passenger seat. In addition, you are
driving faster than 15 mph (25 km/h) or you have briefly driven
faster than 15 mph (25 km/h).
XRemove the objects from the front-passenger seat and stow
them in a secure place.
The warning lamp goes out and the intermittent audible warning
ceases.376Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument clusterOn-board computer and displays
Vehicle equipment ............................384
Loading guidelines ............................384
Stowage compartments ...................384
Stowage areas .................................. 386
Features ............................................. 387383Loading, stowing and features
Vehicle equipment
i This manual describes all the standard
and optional equipment of your vehicle
which was available at the time of
purchase. Country-specific differences are
possible. Bear in mind that your vehicle
may not feature all functions described
here. This also refers to safety-related
systems and functions.
Loading guidelines
GWarning!
Always fasten items being carried as securely
as possible. Use cargo tie-down rings and
fastening materials appropriate for the weight
and size of the load.
In an accident, during hard braking or sudden
maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around
inside the vehicle. This can cause injury to
vehicle occupants unless the items are
securely fastened in the vehicle.
To help avoid personal injury during a collision
or sudden maneuver, exercise care when
transporting cargo. Do not pile luggage or
cargo higher than the seat backrests.
The trunk is the preferred place to carry
objects.
Never drive a vehicle with the trunk open.
Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may
enter vehicle interior resulting in
unconsciousness and death.
The handling characteristics of a laden
vehicle are dependent on the distribution of
the load within the vehicle. For this reason,
you should observe the following notes when
transporting a load:
R when transporting a load, never exceed the
maximum permissible gross vehicle weight
or the permissible axle loads for the vehicle
(including occupants). The values are
specified on the vehicle identification plate
on the driver's door frame.
R position heavy loads as far forwards as
possible and as low down in the trunk as
possible.
R the load must not protrude above the upper
edge of the seat backrests.
R always place the load against the rear seat
backrests.
R always place the load behind unoccupied
seats if possible.
R secure the load with sufficiently strong and
wear-resistant lashing material. Pad sharp
edges for protection.
Stowage compartments
Important safety notes
GWarning!
To help avoid personal injury during a collision
or sudden maneuver, exercise care when
storing objects in the vehicle. Put luggage or
cargo in the trunk if possible.
Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the
seat backrests.
Keep compartment lids closed. This will help
to prevent stored objects from being thrown
about and injuring vehicle occupants during
R braking
R vehicle maneuvers
R an accident
Stowage compartments in the front
Glove box
i Depending on the vehicle's equipment,
you will find the following installed in the
glove box: an audio and video AUX jack, a
USB socket or Media Interface, a universal
interface for portable audio equipment, e.g.
for an iPod or USB device, and a bracket for
a remote control (see the COMAND section
of this Operator's Manual.
384Stowage compartmentsLoading, stowing and features
iThe glove box can be ventilated
(Y page 263).
XTo open: press button :.XTo close: fold the glove box flap upwards
until it engages.
The glove box can only be locked and
unlocked using the mechanical key.
1Glove box unlocked2Glove box locked
Eyeglasses compartment
You can store eyeglasses in the overhead
control panel.
XTo open: press marking :.
Stowage compartment under the
armrest
iThe roadside assistance call button
º(Y page 393) and MB Info call button
E(Y page 394) are in the stowage
compartment under the armrest.
XTo open the stowage tray: press
button : and fold the armrest in the
direction of arrow : to the left or right.
XTo open the stowage compartment:
press button ; and fold up the armrest in
the direction of arrow ;.
Stowage compartments in the rear
Stowage compartment in the rear seat
armrest
! Do not sit or lean your bodyweight on the
armrests when they are folded out as you
could damage them.
! Close the cover of the stowage
compartment before folding the rear seat
armrest back into the seat backrest.
Stowage compartments385Loading, stowing and featuresZ
XTo open: fold down the seat armrest.XPull handle : and fold the armrest
upwards.
Stowage box between the rear seats
XTo open: pull handle : backwards in the
direction of the arrow.
Stowage box in the rear seat backrest
! Do not sit or lean your bodyweight on the
armrests when they are folded out as you
could damage them.
XTo open: fold down the rear seat armrest.XPull handle : and fold down cover ;.
Stowage areas
Parcel nets
GWarning
Parcel nets are intended for storing light-
weight items only, such as road maps, mail,
etc.
Heavy objects, objects with sharp edges, or
fragile objects may not be transported in the
parcel nets. In an accident, during hard
braking, or sudden maneuvers, they could be
thrown around inside the vehicle and cause
injury to vehicle occupants.
Parcel nets cannot protect transported goods
in the event of an accident.
Parcel nets are located in the front-passenger
footwell and on the right-hand side of the
trunk.
Securing cargos
Cargo tie-down rings
Observe the following notes on securing
loads:
Rsecure the load using the cargo tie down
rings.
Rdo not use elastic straps or nets to secure
a load, as these are only intended as an
anti-slip protection for light loads.
Rdo not route tie downs across sharp edges
or corners.
Rpad sharp edges for protection.
There are four cargo tie down rings in the
trunk.
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