
Environmental protection
Returning an end-of-life vehicle ...... .21
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram)
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 244
Characteristics ................................ .78
Deactivating/activating (notes )....... 78
Display message ............................ 252
ETS/4ETS ........................................ 77
Function/note s................................ 77
General notes .................................. 77
Important safety guidelines ............. 77
Trailer stabilisation .......................... 79
Warning lamp ................................. 289
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys-
tem) ...................................................... 77
Exhaust
see Exhaust pipe
Exhaust pipe
Cleaning ......................................... 328
Exterior lighting
Cleaning ......................................... 327
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 115
Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ........ 116
Folding in when locking (on-board computer) ...................................... 249
Folding in/out (automatically )....... 116
Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 116
Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 116
Parking position ............................. 117
Resetting ....................................... 116
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 118 F
Fault message see Display messages
Filler cap
see Fuel filler flap
Fire extinguisher ............................... 333
First-aid kit ......................................... 332
Fitting a wheel
Fitting a wheel ............................... 365
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 365 Preparing the vehicle ..................... 362
Raising the vehicl
e......................... 363
Removing a whee l.......................... 365
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 363
Flat tyre
Changing a wheel/fitting the
spare whee l................................... 361
MOExtended tyre s......................... 334
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 334
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 335
see Emergency spare wheel
Floormat ............................................. 315
Foglamps
Switching on/of f........................... 123
Folding table ...................................... 301
Frequencies
Mobile phone ................................. 384
Two-way radio ................................ 384
Front foglamps
Display message ............................ 266
Front-passenger front airbag deac-
tivation
Display message ............................ 264
Front-passenger front airbag deac-
tivation system
Operation ......................................... 50
Problems ......................................... 54
System self-test ............................... 52
Front-passenger seat
Folding the backrest forward/
back ............................................... 301
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 389
Consumption information .............. 390
Consumption statistics .................. 236
Displaying the current consump-
tion ................................................ 237
Displaying the range ...................... 237
Driving tip s.................................... 184
E10 ................................................ 388
Fuel gauge ....................................... 30
Grade (petrol) ................................ 388
Important safety notes .................. 387
Low outside temperatures ............. 389
Problem (malfunction) ................... 180
Quality (diesel )............................... 389
Refuelling ....................................... 177 10
Index

Hill start assist ............................... 163
Manual transmission ...................... 162
Trailer ............................................ 163
Q
QR code Mercedes-Benz Guide App ................. 1
Rescue card .................................... .25
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 24R
Radio Selecting a station .........................2 39
see separate operating instructions
Radio-based vehicle components
Declaration of conformity ................ 23
Rain closing feature (panorama
sliding sunroof) ................................. 104
Reading lamp ..................................... 127
Rear compartment
Setting the air vents ..................... .156
Rear foglamp
Changing bulbs .............................. 131
Display message ............................ 267
Switching on/off ........................... 123
Rear lamps
see Lights
Rear seat
Adjusting the angle of the backr-
ests ................................................ 304
Folding the backrest forwards/
back (vehicles with the EASY-
VARIO-PLUS system) ..................... 303
Folding the backrest forwards/
back (vehicles without the EASY-
VARIO-PLUS system) ..................... 303
Fore-and-aft adjustment ................ 305
Rear window heating
Problem (fault) ............................... 148
Switching on/off ........................... 147
Rear window wiper
Replacing the wiper blade .............. 135
Switching on/off ........................... 134
Rear-compartment seat belt sta-
tus indicator ........................................ 46 Rear-view mirror
Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ....... .116
Dipping (manual) ........................... 115
Recuperation display ........................ 237
Refuelling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 30
Important safety notes .................. 177
Refuelling process ......................... 178
see Fuel
Remote control
Auxiliary heating/ventilation .......... 151
Changing the batteries (auxiliary
heating) ......................................... 153
Replacing bulbs
Important safety notes .................. 128
Overview of bulb types .................. 128
Removing/replacing the cover
(front wheel arch) .......................... 129
Replacing the battery (auxiliary
heating remote control) .................... 153
Rescue card ......................................... 25
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 271
Warning lamp ................................. 293
Residual heat (climate control) ........149
Restraint system
Display message ............................ 261
Introduction ..................................... 40
Warning lamp ................................. 292
Warning lamp (function) ................... 41
Rev counter ........................................ 233
Reverse gear
Engaging (manual transmission) .... 169
Reversing camera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 328
Displays in the Audio displa y......... 212
Displays in the COMAND display ... 212
Function/note s............................. 211
Switching on/of f........................... 212
Reversing feature
Panorama sliding sunroof .............. 103
Side windows ................................... 98
Reversing function
Roller sunblind ............................... 104 Index
15

Two-way radio
Frequencies ................................... 384
Installation ..................................... 384
Transmission output (maximum) .... 384
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
Tyre pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 358
Display message ............................ 276
Important safety notes .................. 358
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 337
Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 337
Recommended ............................... 356
Tyre pressure loss warning
General notes ................................ 357
Important safety notes .................. 357
Restarting ...................................... 358
Tyre pressure monitor
Checking the tyre pressure elec-
tronically ........................................ 359
Function/note s............................. 358
General notes ................................ 358
Important safety notes .................. 358
Radio type approval for the tyre
pressure monitor ........................... 361
Restarting ...................................... 360
Warning lamp ................................. 296
Warning message .......................... 360
Tyres
Changing a whee l.......................... 361
Checking ........................................ 353
Direction of rotation ...................... 362
Display message ............................ 276
General notes ................................ 366
Important safety notes .................. 352
Information on driving .................... 352
M+S tyres ...................................... 354
MOExtended tyre s......................... 354
Replacing ....................................... 361
Service life ..................................... 353
Storing ........................................... 362
Summer tyres ................................ 354
Tyre size (data ).............................. 366
Tyre tread ...................................... 353
Wheel and tyre combinations ........ 368
see Flat tyre U
Unlocking Emergency unlocking ....................... 95
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 94 V
Vanity mirror (in sun visor) .............. 311
Variable SPEEDTRONIC
see SPEEDTRONIC
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 24
Data acquisition ............................... 25
Display message ............................ 278
Electronics ..................................... 384
Equipment ....................................... 22
Implied warranty .............................. 24
Individual settings .......................... 245
Leaving parked up ......................... 184
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 96
Locking (key) ................................... 87
Lowering ........................................ 365
Pulling away ................................... 162
Raising ........................................... 363
Registration ..................................... 24
Securing from rolling away ............ 363
Transporting .................................. 347
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 95
Unlocking (key) ................................ 87
Vehicle data ................................... 393
Vehicle data
Boot load (maximum) ..................... 393
Roof load (maximum) ..................... 393
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 393
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 96
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 386
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 333
Ventilation
Setting the vents ........................... 155
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 240
VIN ...................................................... 386 Index
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trapped. In the case of damage, contact a
qualified specialist workshop. G
WARNING
Modifications to electronic components, their software as well as wiring could affect their
function and/or the operation of other net-
worked components. This could in particular
also be the case for systems relevant to
safety. They might not function properly any-
more and/or jeopardise the operational
safety of the vehicle. There is an increased
risk of an accident and injury.
Do not attempt to modify the wiring as well as
electronic components or their software.
Always have work on electrical and electronic components carried out at a qualified special-
ist workshop.
If you make any changes to the vehicle elec-
tronics, the general operating permit is ren-
dered invalid.
! There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:
R the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high
kerb or an unpaved road
R you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a
kerb or a pothole in the road
R a heavy object strikes the underbody or
parts of the chassis
In situations like this, the body, the under-
body, chassis parts, wheels or tyres could
be damaged without the damage being visi-
ble. Components damaged in this way can
unexpectedly fail or, in the case of an acci-
dent, no longer withstand the strain they
are designed for.
If the underbody panelling is damaged,
combustible materials such as leaves,
grass or twigs can gather between the
underbody and the underbody panelling. If
these materials come in contact with hot
parts of the exhaust system, they can catch fire.
In such situations, have the vehicle
checked and repaired immediately at a
qualified specialist workshop. If, upon con- tinuing your journey, you notice that driving
safety is impaired, pull over and stop the
vehicle immediately, paying attention to
road and traffic conditions. In such cases,
consult a qualified specialist workshop. Declarations of conformity
Wireless vehicle components The following information applies to all com-
ponents of the vehicle and the information
systems and communication devices integra-
ted into the vehicle which receive and/or
transmit radio waves:
The components of this vehicle that receive
and/or transmit radio waves are compliant
with the basic requirements and all other rel- evant conditions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
You can obtain further information from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Electromagnetic compatibility The electromagnetic compatibility of the vehi-
cle components has been checked and certi-fied according to the currently valid version of
Regulation ECE-R 10. Diagnostics connection
The diagnostics connection is only intended
for the connection of diagnostic equipment at a qualified specialist workshop. G
WARNING
If you connect equipment to a diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, it can affect the
operation of the vehicle systems. This may
affect the operating safety of the vehicle.
There is a risk of an accident.
Do not connect any equipment to a diagnos-
tics connection in the vehicle. G
WARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell may restrict
the clearance around the pedals or block a Introduction
23 Z

opened from the inside. Switch off the alarm
(Y page 80). G
WARNING
If persons (particularly children) are exposed
to heat or cold for a prolonged period, there is a risk of serious or even fatal injuries. Never
leave persons (particularly children) unatten-
ded in the vehicle. Key functions
:
& Locks the vehicle
; % Unlocks the vehicle
If you do not open the vehicle within approx-
imately 40 seconds of unlocking, the vehicle
will lock again.
If you do not open the vehicle within approx-
imately 40 seconds of unlocking:
R the vehicle is locked again
R protection against theft is reactivated
X To lock centrally: press button:.
The key centrally locks/unlocks: R the doors
R the tailgate
R the fuel filler flap
When unlocking, the turn signals flash once.
When locking, they flash three times.
i When the locator lighting is activated in
Audio 20/COMAND Online, it lights up
when it is dark after the vehicle is unlocked
with the remote control (see separate oper- ating instructions). i
You can also set an audible signal to con-
firm that the vehicle has been locked. The
audible signal can be activated or deacti-
vated using the on-board computer
(Y page 247). KEYLESS-GO
General notes Bear in mind that the engine can be started by
any of the vehicle occupants if there is a key
in the vehicle.
Locking and unlocking centrally You can start, lock or unlock the vehicle using
KEYLESS-GO. To do this, you only need carry the key with you. You can combine the KEY-
LESS-GO functions with the functions of a
conventional key. Unlock the vehicle by using
KEYLESS-GO, for instance, and lock it using
the & button on the key.
The driver's door and the door at which the
handle is used, must both be closed. The key
must be outside the vehicle. When locking or unlocking with KEYLESS-GO, the distance
between the key and the corresponding door
handle must not be greater than 1 m.
A check which periodically establishes a radio
connection between the vehicle and the key
determines whether a valid key is in the vehi- cle. This occurs, for example:
R when starting the engine
R whilst driving
R when the external door handles are
touched
R during convenience closing Key
87Opening and closing Z

Problems with the key
Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
M
MSolutions You cannot lock or
unlock the vehicle
using the key. The key battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
X Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO start func-
tion: try again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote con-
trol function of the key. Point the tip of the key at the driver's
door handle from close range and press the %/& button.
If this does not work: X Check the key battery (Y page 90) and replace if necessary
(Y page 90).
X Unlock (Y page 95) or lock (Y page 96) the vehicle using the
emergency key element. There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
X Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO start func-
tion: try again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote con-
trol function of the key. Point the tip of the key at the driver's
door handle from close range and press the %/& button.
If this does not work: X Unlock (Y page 95) or lock (Y page 96) the vehicle using the
emergency key element. The key is faulty.
X Unlock (Y page 95) or lock (Y page 96) the vehicle using the
emergency key element.
X Have the key checked at a qualified specialist workshop. You can no longer lock
or unlock the vehicle
using KEYLESS-GO. The key battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
X Check the key battery (Y page 90) and replace if necessary
(Y page 90).
If this does not work: X Unlock (Y page 95) or lock (Y page 96) the vehicle using the
emergency key element. There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
X Unlock (Y page 95) or lock (Y page 96) the vehicle using the
emergency key element. Key
91Opening and closing Z

Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
M
MSolutions There is a fault with KEYLESS-GO.
X Lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of
the key.
X Have the vehicle and key checked at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
If the vehicle can also not be locked/unlocked using the remote
control function:
X Unlock (Y page 95) or lock (Y page 96) the vehicle using the
emergency key element.
X Have the vehicle and key checked at a qualified specialist work-
shop. The engine cannot be
started using the key. The on-board voltage is too low
X Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior
lighting, and try to start the engine again.
If this does not work:
X Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary
(Y page 341).
or
X Jump-start the vehicle (Y page 342).
or
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. The engine cannot be
started using the Start/
Stop button. The key is
in the vehicle. The vehicle is locked.
X Unlock the vehicle and try to start the vehicle again. The key battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
X Check the key battery (Y page 90) and replace if necessary
(Y page 90).
If this does not work: X Start your vehicle with the key in the ignition lock. There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
X Start your vehicle with the key in the ignition lock. 92
KeyOpening and closing

You cannot use the auxiliary ventilation to
cool the vehicle interior to a temperature
lower than the outside temperature.
Before switching on X
Turn the key to position 2in the ignition
lock (Y page 159).
X Set the desired temperature.
Auxiliary heating or ventilation can also be
switched on if the manually set climate con-
trol is activated. Optimum comfort is attained by setting the system to automatic mode. Set
the temperature to 22 †.
The auxiliary heating/ventilation can be acti- vated or deactivated using the remote control or the button on the centre console.
The on-board computer can be used to spec-
ify up to three departure times, one of which
may be preselected (Y page 248).
Switching the auxiliary heating/venti-
lation on/off using the centre console
button General notes
The colours of the indicator lamps in but-
ton :mean the following:
R Blue: auxiliary ventilation is switched on
R Red: auxiliary heating is activated
R Yellow: departure time is preselected
(Y page 248) Switching on the auxiliary heating/venti-
lation
X Press button :.
The red or blue indicator lamp in button :
lights up.
Switching off the auxiliary heating/venti- lation
X Press button :.
The red or blue indicator lamp in button :
goes out.
Switching the auxiliary heating/venti-
lation on/off using the remote control General notes
Your vehicle comes with one remote control.
You may use two additional remote controls
for your vehicle. For more information, please contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Store the remote control for the auxiliary
heating so that the auxiliary heating cannot
be switched on unintentionally. In particular,
ensure that the remote control for the auxili-
ary heating is kept out of the reach of chil-
dren.
The remote control has a range of approx-
imately 300 metres. This range is reduced by:
R sources of radio interference
R solid objects between the remote control
and the vehicle
R the remote control being in an unfavoura-
ble position in relation to the vehicle
R transmitting from an enclosed space
If the remote control battery is low, the bat-
tery symbol on the left of the display is shown as empty. Replace the remote control battery and observe the important safety notes when
doing so (Y page 153). Operating the climate control system
151Climate control Z