2013 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class CABRIOLET display

Roll bar (Cabriolet)
G
DANGER
If the roll bar is malfunctioning, the A
Malfunction Service Required message
appears in the multifunction display. The roll
bars
will then possibly not be extended in the
event of an accident. This could result in
severe or even fatal injuries to you and other
occupants. In this case, visit a qualified
specialist workshop immediately and have
the roll bar checked. G
WARNING
Ensure that the area around the roll bars/rear
head restraints is kept clear. Otherwise,
someone could be injured by the roll bars
when they are triggered.
The roll bars are under the rear head
restraints. They are extended if systems
detect that the vehicle is in danger of
overturning.
When the roll bars are extended, the rear
head restraints also extend automatically.
Once the roll bars are extended, you can no
longer

lower the rear head restraints. The soft
top can no longer be closed. In this case, visit
the nearest qualified specialist workshop. NECK-PRO head restraints
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Do not secure any objects (e.g. coat hangers)
on
the NECK-PRO head restraints. Otherwise,
the NECK-PRO head restraints may not
function properly, or in the event of a rear-end
collision may not be able offer the level of
protection they are designed to provide. G
WARNING
Seat or head restraint covers can cause a
malfunction when the NECK-PRO head
restraints are activated or when the side
impact air bags or pelvis air bags are deployed, or they can prevent this completely.
The

NECK-PRO head restraints or side impact
air bags/pelvis air bags can therefore not
provide the intended protection. Do not use
any seat or head restraint covers. G
WARNING
For your protection, drive only with properly
positioned head restraints.
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. This will reduce the potential for
injury to the head and neck in the event of an
accident or similar situation. G
WARNING
For safety reasons, have the NECK-PRO head
restraints checked at a qualified specialist
workshop after a rear-end collision.
The NECK-PRO head restraints reduce the
likelihood of head and chest injuries. The
NECK-PRO

head restraints on the driver's and
front-passenger seats are moved forwards
and upwards in the event of a rear-end
collision of a certain severity. This provides
better head support.
If the NECK-PRO head restraints have been
triggered in an accident, reset the NECK-PRO
head restraints on the driver’s and front-
passenger seat ( Y page 51). Otherwise, the
additional protection will not be available in
the event of another rear-end collision. You
can recognize when NECK-PRO head
restraints have been triggered by the fact that
they have moved forwards and can no longer
be adjusted.
Resetting triggered NECK-PRO head
restraints G
WARNING
When pushing back the NECK-PRO head
restraint cushion, make sure your fingers do
not become caught between the head Occupant safety
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R
EBD ( electronic brake force distribution)
(Y page 67)
R ADAPTIVE BRAKE
(Y page 67)
R PRE-SAFE ®
Brake (Y page 67) Important safety notes
If you fail to adapt your driving style or
become distracted, the driving safety
systems can neither reduce the risk of
accident nor override the laws of physics.
Driving safety systems are merely aids
designed to assist driving. You are
responsible for the distance to the vehicle in
front, for vehicle speed and for braking in
good

time. Always adapt your driving style to
suit the prevailing road and weather
conditions and maintain a safe distance from
the vehicle in front. Drive carefully.
i The driving safety systems described only
work as effectively as possible when there
is adequate contact between the tires and
the road surface. Please pay special
attention to the notes on tires,
recommended minimum tire tread depths,
etc. (Y page 322).
In wintry driving conditions, always use
winter tires (M+S tires) and if necessary,
snow chains. Only in this way will the
driving safety systems described in this
section work as effectively as possible. ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Important safety notes i
Observe the "Important safety notes"
section ( Y page 64).G
WARNING
If ABS is faulty, the wheels could lock when
braking. The steerability and braking
characteristics may be severely impaired.
Additionally, further driving safety systems
are

deactivated. There is an increased danger
of skidding and accidents. Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked
immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop.
When ABS is malfunctioning, other systems,
including driving safety systems, will also
become

inoperative. Observe the information
on the ABS warning lamp ( Y page 258) and
display messages which may be shown in the
instrument cluster (Y page 229).
ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way
that the wheels do not lock when you brake.
This allows you to continue steering the
vehicle when braking.
ABS works from a speed of about 5 mph
(8 km/h) upwards, regardless of road-surface
conditions. ABS works on slippery surfaces,
even if you only brake gently.
The yellow ! ABS warning lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up when the ignition
is switched on. It goes out when the engine is
running.
Braking X
If ABS intervenes:
continue to depress the
brake pedal vigorously until the braking
situation is over.
X To make a full brake application:
depress the brake pedal with full force.
If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel
a pulsing in the brake pedal.
The pulsating brake pedal can be an
indication of hazardous road conditions, and
functions as a reminder to take extra care
while driving. BAS (Brake Assist System)
i Observe the "Important safety notes"
section ( Y page 64). G
WARNING
If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance
in an emergency braking situation is
increased. There is a risk of an accident. 64
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to crossing traffic
R when cornering
As
a result, BAS PLUS may not intervene in all
critical situations. There is a risk of an
accident.
Always pay careful attention to the traffic
situation and be ready to brake.
Following damage to the front end of the
vehicle, have the configuration and operation
of the radar sensors checked at a qualified
specialist workshop. This also applies to
collisions at low speeds where there is no
visible damage to the front of the vehicle.
i This device has been approved by the FCC
as a "Vehicular Radar System". The radar
sensor is intended for use in an automotive
radar system only. Removing, altering or
tampering with the device will void any
warranties, and is not permitted by the
FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use the
device in any non-approved way.
Any unauthorized modification to this
device could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment. ESP
®
(Electronic Stability Program)
Important safety notes i
Observe the "Important safety notes"
section ( Y page 64).G
WARNING
If ESP ®
is malfunctioning, ESP ®
is unable to
stabilize the vehicle. Additionally, further
driving safety systems are deactivated. This
increases

the risk of skidding and an accident.
Drive on carefully. Have ESP ®
checked at a
qualified specialist workshop.
! Vehicles with 4MATIC: switch off the
ignition when the parking brake is being
tested on a brake dynamometer.
Application of the brakes by ESP ®
may
otherwise destroy the brake system. Vehicles without 4MATIC: when towing your
vehicle with the rear axle raised, it is
important that you observe the notes on
ESP
®
(Y page 316).
ESP ®


is deactivated if the å warning lamp
in the instrument cluster lights up
continuously when the engine is running.
If the ÷ warning lamp and the å
warning lamp are lit continuously, ESP ®
is not
available due to a malfunction.
Observe the information on warning lamps
(Y page 259) and display messages which
may be shown in the instrument cluster
(Y page 229).
If ESP ®
detects that the vehicle is deviating
from the direction desired by the driver, one
or more wheels are braked to stabilize the
vehicle. The engine output is also modified to
keep the vehicle on the desired course within
physical limits. ESP ®
assists the driver when
pulling away on wet or slippery roads. ESP ®
can also stabilize the vehicle during braking.
If ESP ®
intervenes, the ÷ ESP®
warning
lamp flashes in the instrument cluster.
If ESP ®
intervenes:
X Do not deactivate ESP ®
under any
circumstances.
X Only depress the accelerator pedal as far
as necessary when pulling away.
X Adapt your driving style to suit the
prevailing road and weather conditions.
i Only use wheels with the recommended
tire sizes. Only then will ESP ®
function
properly.
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Traction control is part of ESP
®
.
Traction control brakes the drive wheels
individually if they spin. This enables you to
pull

away and accelerate on slippery surfaces,
for example if the road surface is slippery on
one side. On vehicles with 4MATIC, more 66
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drive torque is also transferred to the wheel
or wheels with traction.
Traction control remains active if you
deactivate ESP
®
.
Deactivating/activating ESP ®G
WARNING
If you deactivate ESP ®
, ESP ®
no longer
stabilizes the vehicle. There is an increased
risk of skidding and an accident.
Only deactivate ESP ®
in the situations
described in the following.
! Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an
extended period with ESP ®
deactivated.
You
could otherwise damage the drivetrain.
X To deactivate: (Y page 222).
The å ESP ®
OFF warning lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up.
X To activate: (Y page 222).
The å ESP ®
OFF warning lamp in the
instrument cluster goes out.
ESP ®
is activated automatically when the
engine is started.
The ECO start/stop function switches the
engine off automatically if the vehicle stops
moving.

The engine starts automatically when
the driver wants to pull away again. ESP ®
remains in its previously selected status.
Example: if ESP ®
was deactivated before the
engine was switched off, ESP ®
remains
deactivated when the engine is switched on
again.
If ESP ®
is deactivated and one or more wheels
start to spin, the ÷ ESP®
warning lamp in
the instrument cluster flashes. In such
situations, ESP ®
will not stabilize the vehicle.
It may be best to deactivate ESP ®
in the
following situations:
R when using snow chains
R in deep snow
R on sand or gravel If you deactivate ESP
®
:
R ESP ®
no longer improves driving stability.
R traction control is still activated.
R ESP ®
still provides support when you
brake.
R engine torque is not limited and the drive
wheels are able to spin. The spinning
wheels produce a cutting effect for better
traction. EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
i Observe the "Important safety notes"
section ( Y page 64). G
WARNING
If EBD has malfunctioned, the rear wheels can
still lock, e.g. under full braking. This
increases

the risk of skidding and an accident.
You should therefore adapt your driving style
to the different handling characteristics. Have
the brake system checked at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Observe information regarding indicator and
warning lamps ( Y page 258) as well as
display messages ( Y page 230).
EBD monitors and controls the brake
pressure on the rear wheels to improve
driving stability while braking. ADAPTIVE BRAKE
ADAPTIVE BRAKE enhances braking safety
and offers increased braking comfort. In
addition to the braking function, ADAPTIVE
BRAKE also has the HOLD function
(Y page 189) and hill start assist
(Y page 153). PRE-SAFE
®
Brake
i Observe the "Important safety notes"
section ( Y page 64). Driving safety systems
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Always pay particular attention to the traffic
situation and be ready to brake, especially if
PRE-SAFE
®
Brake warns you. Terminate the
intervention
in a non-critical driving situation.
In particular, the detection of obstacles can
be impaired if there is:
R dirt on the sensors or anything else
covering the sensors
R snow or heavy rain
R interference by other radar sources
R the possibility of strong radar reflections,
for example in parking garages
R a narrow vehicle traveling in front, e.g. a
motorbike
R a vehicle traveling in front on a different line
relative to the center of your vehicle G
WARNING
PRE-SAFE ®
Brake does not react:
R to people or animals
R to oncoming vehicles
R to crossing traffic
R when cornering
As a result, PRE-SAFE ®
Brake may neither
give warnings nor intervene in all critical
situations. There is a risk of an accident.
Always pay careful attention to the traffic
situation and be ready to brake.
In

order to maintain the appropriate distance
to the vehicle in front and thus prevent a
collision, you must apply the brakes yourself.
X To activate/deactivate: activate or
deactivate PRE-SAFE ®
Brake in the on-
board computer ( Y page 222).
When PRE-SAFE ®
Brake is activated, the
Ä symbol appears in the multifunction
display, as long as the HOLD function is
deactivated (Y

page 189). On vehicles with
the Active Parking Assist driving system,
the Ä symbol is displayed when position
P is engaged or you are driving faster than
22 mph (35 km/h). For PRE-SAFE
®
Brake to assist you when
driving, the radar sensor system must be
switched on (Y page 226) and be
operational.
Following damage to the front end of the
vehicle,

have the configuration and operation
of the radar sensors checked at a qualified
specialist workshop. This also applies to
collisions at low speeds where there is no
visible damage to the front of the vehicle.
i USA only: This device has been approved
by the FCC as a "Vehicular Radar System".
The radar sensor is intended for use in an
automotive radar system only. Removing,
altering or tampering with the device will
void any warranties, and is not permitted
by the FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or
use the device in any non-approved way.
Any unauthorized modification to this
device could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
i Canada only: This device complies with
RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference,
and
2. this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Removal, tampering, or altering of the
device will void any warranties, and is not
permitted. Do not tamper with, alter, or use
the device in any non-approved way.
Any unauthorized modification to this
device could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment. Driving safety systems
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Problems with the side windows
G
WARNING
Closing the side windows with increased force or without the anti-entrapment feature could lead
to serious or even fatal injury. Make sure that nobody can become trapped when closing the side
windows. G
WARNING
Pulling and holding the switch to close the window immediately after it had been blocked two
times
will cause the window to close without the anti-entrapment feature for as long as you hold
the switch. Problem Possible causes/consequences and
M SolutionsA side window cannot
be closed because it is
blocked

by objects, e.g.
leaves in the window
guide. X
Remove the objects.
X Close the side window. A side window cannot
be closed and you
cannot see the cause. If a side window is obstructed during closing and reopens again
slightly:
X
Immediately after the window blocks, pull the corresponding
switch again until the side window has closed.
The side window is closed with increased force.
If a side window is obstructed again during closing and reopens
again slightly:
X Immediately after the window blocks, pull the corresponding
switch again until the side window has closed.
The

side window is closed without the anti-entrapment feature. Soft top (Cabriolet)
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Only drive with the soft top fully open or
closed.
If

the soft top does not open or close fully, the
soft-top hydraulics are depressurized and the
soft top is lowered:
R after about seven minutes if the ignition is
switched on
R immediately if the ignition is switched off A warning tone sounds shortly beforehand.
The Convertible Top Opening/Closing
Not Finished message appears in the
multifunction display.
Lock the soft top again before driving on.
Otherwise, the unlocked soft top could open
during the journey and cause you to lose
control of your vehicle. You or other persons
could be injured as a result.
! Never sit on the soft-top compartment
cover and do not store any heavy objects
on it. You will otherwise damage the soft Soft top (Cabriolet)
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top and soft-top compartment cover of the
vehicle.
! When opening and closing the soft top,
make sure that:
R there is sufficient clearance above it, as
the soft top swings upwards
R the trunk partition is closed.
R the trunk is only loaded to below the
trunk partition.
R the trunk partition is not pushed up by
the load.
R the trunk lid is closed.
R no objects are on the soft-top
compartment cover
R the fabric is not dirty, wet or frozen.
You could otherwise damage the soft top,
trunk and other parts of the vehicle.
i Make sure that the soft top is dry and
clean
before closing it. Otherwise, water or
dirt could enter the vehicle interior or trunk.
You can open or close the soft top:
R when the vehicle is stationary or
R when the speed does not exceed 25 mph
(40 km/h).
If there is a strong head wind, it may not be
possible to close the soft top fully. In this
case, reduce speed or stop in order to close
the soft top fully.
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you only open or close the
soft top when the vehicle is stationary. Opening and closing with the soft top
switch
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Make sure nobody can be trapped or injured
by moving parts, such as the soft-top linkage
or

soft-top compartment cover, when opening
or closing the soft top. Release the soft-top switch in the event of
danger. The soft-top mechanism stops
immediately.
G
WARNING
The soft top stops moving during the opening
or closing procedure if you drive faster than
25

mph (40 km/h). This could impair your rear
view. At high speeds the soft top may be
damaged.
Reduce your speed to below 25 mph
(40 km/h) or stop in accordance with traffic
conditions. Press or pull the soft-top switch
again in order to open or close the soft top
fully.
Opening/closing X
Make sure that the trunk partition is closed
(Y page 96).
X Close the trunk lid.
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
ignition lock.
X Open the cover in the lower center console. X
To open: pull soft-top switch : until the
entire

soft top is stowed away in the trunk.
The Convertible Top in Operation
message appears in the multifunction
display.
If you drive faster than 25 mph (40 km/h)
during the opening procedure, the opening
procedure is stopped and the Open/Close
Convertible Top Completely message
is displayed in the multifunction display. To
fully open the soft top, reduce speed back 90
Soft top (Cabriolet)
Opening/closing

to under 25 mph (40 km/h) and pull the
soft top switch again.
X To close: press and hold soft-top
switch : until the soft top is fully closed.
The Convertible Top in Operation
message appears in the multifunction
display.
If you drive faster than 25 mph (40 km/h)
during the closing procedure, the closing
procedure
is stopped and the Open/Close
Convertible Top Completely message
is displayed in the multifunction display. To
fully close the soft top, reduce speed back
to under 25 mph (40 km/h) and push the
soft top switch again. Opening and closing using the
SmartKey
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Make sure nobody can be trapped or injured
by moving parts such as the soft-top linkage
or

soft-top compartment cover when opening
or closing the soft top.
If there is a risk of entrapment, immediately
release the % or & button on the
SmartKey. The soft-top mechanism stops
immediately.
Opening/closing The SmartKey must be close to the driver's
door handle.
X
Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's
door handle.
X To open: press and hold the % button
on the SmartKey until the soft top is fully
opened.
The Convertible Top in Operation
message appears in the multifunction display. The seat ventilation is switched on.
The rear side windows open.
X To close: press and hold the & button
on the SmartKey until the soft top is fully
closed.
The Convertible Top in Operation
message appears in the multifunction
display.

The soft top and the side windows
close. Closing the soft top manually
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Remove wristwatches and any jewelry such
as
rings or bracelets. You could otherwise get
caught, be injured and damage the vehicle.
Always grip the soft top at the indicated
gripping points when closing the soft top
manually. You could otherwise be injured.
If the soft top cannot be closed automatically,
check the following points:
R Is the trunk partition engaged
(Y page 96)?
R Are the head restraints on the rear bench
seats extended?
R Is the trunk lid closed?
R Is the on-board voltage sufficient?
Start the engine if necessary.
If automatic operation still does not work, the
soft top can be closed manually.
To carry out this work, you will need the
assistance of another person.
i Closing the soft top manually is a
complex, technically demanding process
which requires a great deal of force. Only
close the soft top manually in extreme
emergencies. Preferably, contact a
qualified specialist workshop. Soft top (Cabriolet)
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