Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ......................................... 99
Dipping (automatic) .......................101
Folding in/ou t(automatically) .......100
Folding in/ou t(electrically) ...........100
Folding in whe nlocking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 204
Out of position (troubleshooting) ...101
Setting ........................................... 100
Storing settings (memory function) 102
Storing the parking position ..........101 F
Fille rcap
see Fuel filler flap
First-aid kit ......................................... 286
Flat tire MOExtended run-fla tsystem ......... 287
Preparing the vehicle .....................287
see Emergency spare wheel
Floormats ........................................... 269
Fog lamps Switching on/off ........................... 107
Front fog lamps
Display message ............................ 217
Switching on/off ........................... 107
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 339
Consumption statistics ..................193
Displaying the current
consumption .................................. 194
Displaying the range ......................194
Driving tips .................................... 152
Fuel gauge ....................................... 31
Grade (gasoline) ............................ 339
Important safety notes ..................338
Notes for AMG vehicles .................339
Premium-grade unleaded gasoline .339
Problem (malfunction) ...................150
Refueling ........................................ 147
Tank content/reserve fuel .............338
Fuel filler flap
Opening/closing ............................ 148
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 194Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 338
Problem (malfunction) ...................150
see Fuel tank
Fuse allocation chart (vehicle tool
kit) ...................................................... 286
Fuses Allocation chart ............................. 296
Before changing ............................. 296
Fuse box in the engine
compartment ................................. 297
Fuse box in the trunk .....................297
Important safety notes ..................296
see Fuses G
Garage door opener Clearing the memory .....................268
Important safety notes ..................265
Opening/closing the garage door ..267
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 265
Gear indicator (on-board computer) 204
Gear or selector lever (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 282
Genuine parts ...................................... 21
Glove box ........................................... 249 H
Handbrake see Parking brake
Hazard warning lamps ......................109
Headlamps Adding fluid to cleaning system .....277
Cleaning system (function) ............109
Cleaning system (notes) ................342
Fogging up ..................................... 111
see Automatic headlamp mode
Head restraints
Adjusting ......................................... 95
Adjusting (electrically). ....................95
see NECK-PR Ohead restraints
Heating
see Climate control 10
Index
Rear fog lamp
................................ 108
Standing lamps .............................. 108
Switching Adaptive Highbeam
Assist on/off ................................. 202
Switching the daytime running
lamps on/off (on-board computer) 201
Switching the daytime running
lamps on/off (switch) ....................107
Switching the exterio rlighting
delayed switch-off on/off (on-
board computer )............................ 202
Switching the surround lighting
on/off (on-board computer) ..........202
Turn signals ................................... 108
see Changing bulbs
see Interior lighting
see Lighting
Light sensor (display message) .......219
Loading guidelines ............................248
Locking see Centra llocking
Locking (doors)
Automatic ........................................ 78
Emergency locking ........................... 79
From inside (central locking
button) ............................................. 78
Locking centrally
see Centra llocking
Locking verification signal (on-
board computer) ............................... 203
Low-beam headlamps Changing bulbs .............................. 113
Display message ............................ 216
Setting for driving abroad
(symmetrical) ................................. 106
Switching on/off ........................... 107
Lumbar support
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar
support ............................................ 96M
M+S tires ............................................ 302
Maintenance see ASSYST PLUS
Malfunction message
see Display messages
Matte finish (cleaning instructions) 279mbrace
Call priority .................................... 261
Display message ............................ 211
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 261
Downloading route s....................... 264
Emergency call .............................. 258
Geo fencing ................................... 264
Important safety notes ..................257
Locating astolen vehicl e............... 263
MB info call button ........................260
Remote vehicle locking ..................262
Roadside Assistance button ..........260
Search &Send ............................... 262
Self-test ......................................... 258
Speed alert .................................... 264
System .......................................... 258
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 265
Vehicle remote malfunction
diagnosi s....................................... 263
Vehicle remote unlocking ..............262
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 74
Locking vehicle ................................ 79
Unlocking the driver's door ..............79
Memory card (audio) .........................196
Memory function ............................... 102
Message memory (on-board
computer) .......................................... 208
Messages see Display messages
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............197
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey) ........................................... 73
MOExtended run-flat system ...........287
Mounting wheels Lowering the vehicle ......................328
Mounting anew wheel ................... 327
Preparing the vehicle .....................324
Raising the vehicle .........................325
Removing awheel .......................... 327
Securing the vehicle against
rolling away ................................... 32512
Index
Parking Guidance
Display message ............................ 224
Important safety notes ..................174
Parking lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 114
Switching on/off ........................... 108
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating .................173
Driving system ............................... 171
Function/notes ............................. 171
Important safety notes ..................171
Problem (malfunction) ...................174
Range of the sensors .....................172
Warning displa y............................. 172
PASSENGE RAIR BAG OFF
Problems (malfunction) .................. 215
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp ...................................................... 46
Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) .282
Power washers .................................. 278
Power windows see Side windows
PRE-SAFE ®
(anticipatory occupant
protection) Display message ............................ 211
Operation ........................................ .52
PRE-SAFE ®
Brake
Activating/deactivating .................199
Display message ............................ 212
Function/notes ................................ 68
Warning lamp ................................. 245
Program selector button ..................142
Protection of the environment General notes .................................. 21
Pulling away
Automatic transmission .................136 Q
Qualifie dspecialis tworkshop ...........25 R
RACE START (AMG vehicles) .............169
RACETIMER (on-board computer) ....205
Radar sensor system Activating/deactivating .................203
Display message ............................ 223Radio
Selecting astation ......................... 196
see separate operating instructions
Reading lamp ..................................... 111
Rear compartment Setting the airv ents...................... 130
Rear fog lamp
Display message ............................ 218
Switching on/off ........................... 108
Rear seat (folding the backrest
forwards/back) ................................. 250
Rear view camera Cleaning instructions .....................281
Function/notes ............................. 177
Rear-view mirror
Anti-glar e(manual) .......................... 99
Dipping (automatic) .......................101
Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ...................129
Switching on/off ........................... 128
Refrigerant (air-conditioning
system)
Important safety notes ..................343
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 31
Important safety notes ..................147
Notes for AMG vehicles .................339
Refueling proces s.......................... 148
see Fuel
Releasing the parking lock
manually (automatic transmission) 147
Remote control Garage door opener .......................265
Programming (garage door opener) 265
Reporting safety defects ....................26
Reserve (fuel tank) see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 222
Warning lamp ................................. 242
see Fuel
Restraint system
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Reverse gear
Engaging (automatic transmission) 140 14
Index
Overhea
dcontrol panel Function Page
0002
0001
Switches the rear-
compartment interior
lighting on/off 112
0003
001C
Switches the
automatic interio rlighting
control on/off 111
0022
0013
Switches the right-
hand reading lamp on/off 111
0021
0002
Opens/closes the
panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel with roller
sunblinds 87
001F
0009
MB Info call button
(mbrace system) 260
0020
0008
SOS button (mbrace
system) 258
0012
Rear-view mirror
99 Function Page
0013
Buttons for the garage door
opener 267
0014
Integrated electronic
compass 268
0015
Microphone for mbrace
(emergency call system),
telephone and the Voice
Control System 1 0016
0007
Roadside Assistance
call button (mbrace
system) 260
0018
0013
Switches the left-
hand reading lamp on/off 111
0019
0004
Switches the front
interior lighting on/off 112
1
The Voice Control System is only available in combination with COMAND. Observe the additional operating
instructions. 36
Overhead control panelAt a glance
Useful information
i This Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional
equipment of your vehicle available at the
time of publication of the Operator's
Manual. Country-specific differences are
possible. Please note that your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features
described. This also applies to safety-
related systems and functions.
i Read the information on qualified
specialist workshops: (Y page 25).Correct driver's seat position
X
Observe the safety guidelines on seat
adjustment (Y page 93).
X Make sure that seat 0022is adjusted
properly.
Manual and electrical seat adjustment
(Y page 94)
Electrical seat adjustment (Y page 95)
When adjusting the seat, make sure that:
R you are as far away from the driver's air bag
as possible.
R you are sitting in a normal upright position.
R you can faste nthe seat belt properly. R
you have moved the backrest to an almost
vertical position.
R you have set the seat cushion angle so that
your thighs are gently supported.
R you can depress the pedals properly.
X Check whether the head restraint is
adjusted properly.
When doing so, make sure that you have
adjusted the head restraint so that the back
of your head is supported at eye level by
the center of the head restraint.
X Observe the safety guidelines on steering
wheel adjustment (Y page 97).
X Make sure that steering wheel 0002is
adjusted properly.
Adjusting the steering wheel manually
(Y page 97)
Adjusting the steering wheel electrically
(Y page 98)
When adjusting the steering wheel, make
sure that:
R you can hold the steering wheel with your
arms slightly bent.
R you can move your legs freely.
R you can see all the displays in the
instrumentc luster clearly.
X Observe the safety guidelines for seat belts
(Y page 53).
X Check whether you have fastened the seat
belt 0003properly (Y page 55).
The seat belt should:
R fit snugly across your body
R be routed across the middle of your
shoulder
R be routed in your pelvic area across the hip
joints
X Before starting off, adjust the rear-view
mirror and the exterior mirrors in such a
way that you have a good view of road and
traffic conditions (Y page 99).
X Vehicles with a memory function: save
the seat, steering wheel and exterior mirror 92
Correct driver's seat positionSeats, steering wheel and mirrors
settings with the memory function
(Y
page 102). Seats
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
The seats can still be adjusted when there is
no key in the ignition lock. For this reason,
children should never be left unsupervised in
the vehicle. They could otherwise become
trapped when adjusting the seat. G
WARNING
Make sure that the back of your head is
supported at eye level by the central area of
the head restraint. If your head is not
supported correctly by the head restraint, you
could suffer a severe neck injury in the event
of an accident. Never drive if the head
restraints are not engaged and set correctly. G
WARNING
In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle
control, all seat, head restraint, steering
wheel and rear view mirror adjustments, as
well as fastening of seat belts, must be done
before setting the vehicle in motion. G
WARNING
Do not adjust the driver's seat while driving.
Adjusting the seat while driving could cause
the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Never travel in a moving vehicle with the seat
backrest in an excessively reclined position as
this can be dangerous. You could slide under
the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under
it, the seat belt would apply force at the
abdomen or neck. This could cause serious or
fatal injuries. The seat backrest and seat belts
provide the best restraint when the wearer is
in a position that is as upright as possible and
seat belts are properly positioned on the
body. G
WARNING
Your seat belt must be adjusted so that you
can correctly fasten your seat belt.
Observe the following points:
R adjust the seat backrest until your arms are
slightly angled when holding the steering
wheel.
R adjust the seat to a comfortable seating
position that still allows you to reach the
accelerator/brake pedal safely.T he
position should be as far back as possible
with the driver still able to operate the
controls properly.
R adjust the head restraint so that it is as
close to the head as possible and the center
of the head restraint supports the back of
the head at eye level.
R never place hands under the seat or near
any moving parts while a seat is being
adjusted.
Failure to do so could result in an accident
and/or serious personal injury. G
WARNING
According to accident statistics, children are
safer when properly restrained on the rear
seats than on the front-passenger seat. Thus,
we strongly recommend that children be
placed in the rear seat whenever possible.
Regardless of seating position, children 12
years old and under must be seated and
properly secured in an appropriately sized
child restraint system or booster seat
recommended for the size and weight of the
child. For additional information, see the
"Children in the vehicle" section.
Ac hild's risk of serious or fatal injuries is
significantly increased if the child restraints
are not properly secured in the vehicle and/
or the child is not properly secured in the child
restraint. G
WARNING
For your protection, drive only with properly
positioned head restraints. Seats
93Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
Z
Position of the steering wheel when the
EASY-ENTRY/EXIT featurei s activeThe steering wheel swings upwards when
you:
R remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock
R open the driver's door with KEYLESS-GO in
position 1
R open the driver's door and the SmartKey is
in position 0or 1in the ignition lock
i The steering wheel only moves upwards if
it has not already reached the upper end
stop.
Position of the steering wheel for
driving The steering wheel is moved to the last
selected position when:
R the driver's door is closed
R you insert the SmartKey into the ignition
lock
or
R you press the Start/Stop button once on
vehicles with KEYLESS-GO
When you close the driver's door with the
ignition switched on, the steering wheel is
also automatically moved to the previously
set position.
The last position of the steering wheel is
stored when you switch off the ignition or
when you store the setting with the memory
function (Y page 102).
Crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature If the crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature is
triggered in an accident, the steering column
will move upwards when the driver's door is
opened. This occurs irrespective of the
position of the SmartKey in the ignition lock.
This makes it easier to exit the vehicle and
rescue the occupants.
The crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature is
only operational if the EASY-EXIT/ENTRY
feature is activated in the on-board computer. Mirrors
Rear-view mirror
X
Anti-glare mode: flick anti-glare lever 0002
forwards or back. Exterior mirrors
Adjusting the exterior mirrors G
WARNING
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger
side reduces the size of the image. Visible
objects are actually closer than they appear.
This means that you could misjudge the
distance from road users traveling behind,
e.g. when changing lane. There is a risk of an
accident.
For this reason, always make sure of the
actual distance from the road users traveling
behind by glancing over your shoulder.
The convex exterior mirrors provide a larger
field of vision.
The exterior mirrors are automatically heated
after starting the vehicle if the rear window
defroster is switched on and the outside
temperature is low. Mirror heating lasts up to
10 minutes.
i You can also heat up the exterior mirrors
manually by switching on the rear window
defroster. Mirrors
99Seats, steering wheel and mirrors Z
Exterior mirror pushed out of position
If an exterio
rmirro rhas been pushed out of
position, proceed as follows:
X Vehicles without electrically folding
exterior mirrors: move the exterior mirror
into the correct positio nmanually.
X Vehicles with electrically folding
exterior mirrors 2
: press and hold mirror-
folding butto nuntil you hea raclick
followed by an impact sound.
(Y page 100)
The mirror housing is engaged agai nand
you can adjus tthe exterior mirrors as usual
(Y page 99). Automatic anti-glare mirrors
The rear-view mirror and the exterior mirror
on the driver's side automatically go into anti-
glare mode if the following conditions are met
simultaneously:
R the ignition is switched on and
R incident light from headlamps strikes the
sensor in the rear-view mirror.
The mirrors do not go into anti-glare mode if
reverse gear is engaged. Parking position for the exterior
mirror on the front-passenger side
Setting and storing the parking position Using reverse gear
You can position the front-passenger side
exterior mirror in such a way that you can see
the rear wheel on that side as soon as you
engage reverse gear. You can store this
position. X
Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and
that the SmartKey is in position 2in the
ignition lock.
X Press button 0003for the exterior mirror on
the front-passenger side.
X Engage reverse gear.
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger
side moves to the preset parking position.
X Use adjustment button 0022to adjust the
exterior mirror to a position that allows you
to see the rear wheel and the curb.
The parking position is stored.
i If you shift the transmission to another
position, the exterior mirror on the front-
passenger side returns to the driving
position.
Using the memory button
You can position the front-passenger side
exterior mirror in such a way that you can see
the rear wheel on that side as soon as you
engage reverse gear. This setting can be
stored using memory button M0021.
X Make sure that the SmartKey is in
position 2in the ignition lock.
X With the exterior mirror on the front-
passenger side activated, use adjustment
button 0022to adjust the exterior mirror. In
the exterior mirror, the rear wheel and the
curb should be visible.
2 Only for Canada. Mirrors
101Seats, steering wheel and mirrors Z