Messages
see Display messages
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............226
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey) ........................................... 77
MOExtende dtires .............................. 321
Mounting wheels Lowerin gthe vehicle ...................... 361
Mounting anew wheel ................... 360
Raising the vehicle .........................359
Removing awheel .......................... 360
Securing the vehicle against
rolling away ................................... 358
MP3
Operation ....................................... 225
see separate operating instructions
Multicontour seat
Adjusting (on the seat) ..................102
Multifunctio ndisplay
Function/notes ............................. 221
Permanent displa y......................... 230
Multifunctio nsteering wheel
Operating the on-board computer .220
Overview .......................................... 33N
Navigation Menu (on-board computer) ............224
NECK-PRO head restraints
Operation ........................................ .53
Resettin gafter bein gtriggered ........54
NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
Operation ........................................ .53
Resettin gafter bein gtriggered ........54
Night View Assist Plus
Activating/deactivating .................205
Cleaning ......................................... 316
Function/notes ............................. 204
Problem (malfunction) ...................207
Notes on breaking-i nanew
vehicle ................................................ 146 O
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) Faults ............................................... 52
Operation ........................................ .47
System self-test ............................... 50
Occupant safety
Childre ninthe vehicle ..................... 60
Important safety notes ....................40
OCS
Faults ............................................... 52
Operation ........................................ .47
System self-test ............................... 50
Odometer ........................................... 222
see Trip odometer
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
AMG menu ..................................... 234
Assistance menu ........................... 227
Audi omenu ................................... 225
Convenience submenu ..................233
Displaying aservice message ........310
Display messages ..........................237
DISTRONI CPLUS ........................... 184
Factory settings submenu .............234
Important safety notes ..................218
Instrument cluster submenu ..........229
Lighting submenu .......................... 230
Menu overview .............................. 222
Message memory .......................... 237
Navigation menu ............................ 224
Operation ....................................... 220
RACETIMER ................................... 235
Service menu ................................. 229
Settings menu ............................... 229
Standard displa y............................ 222
Telephone menu ............................ 226
Trip menu ...................................... 222
Vehicle submenu ........................... 232
Video DVD operatio n..................... 226
Operatin gsafety
Declaratio nofconformity ................ 25
Important safety notes ....................24
Operatin gsystem
see On-board computer Index
13
Stowag
enet ................................... 281
Unde rdriver' sseat/front-
passenger sea t.............................. 280
Stowage net ....................................... 281
Stowage space Center console (rear) .....................280
Stowage well beneath the trunk
floor .................................................... 283
Summer tires ..................................... 336
Sun visor ............................................ 286
Surround lighting (on-board
computer) .......................................... 231
Suspensio ntuning
AIRMATIC ...................................... 190
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 191
SETUP (on-board computer) ..........234
Switchin gair-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 141
Switchin goff the alarm (ATA) ............74 T
Tachometer ........................................ 219
Tail lamps Display message ............................ 246
Tank content
Fuel gauge ............................... 31, 219
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 373
Emergency spare wheel .................370
Information .................................... 372
Tires/wheels ................................. 362
Vehicle data ................................... 379
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 294
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 294
Downloading route s....................... 298
Emergency call .............................. 291
Geo fencing ................................... 298
Important safety notes ..................290
Locating astolen vehicl e............... 297
MB info call button ........................293
Remote vehicle locking ..................296
Roadside Assistance button ..........293
Search &Send ............................... 295
Self-test ......................................... 291Speed alert
.................................... 298
System .......................................... 291
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 299
Vehicle remote malfunction
diagnosi s....................................... 297
Vehicle remote unlocking ..............296
Telephone
Accepting acall............................. 226
Display message ............................ 262
Menu (on-board computer) ............226
Number from the phone book ....... .226
Redialing ........................................ 227
Rejecting/ending acall................. 226
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 219
Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 234
Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 234
Outside temperature ..................... .220
Setting (climate control) ................138
Theft deterren tsystems
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) .........74
Immobilize r...................................... 73
Through-loading feature ...................281
Timing (RACETIMER) .........................235
Tire pressure Calling up (on-board computer) .....342
Checking manually ........................341
Display message ............................ 258
Maximum ....................................... 340
Notes ............................................. 339
Recommended ............................... 338
Tire pressure los swarning system
General notes ................................ 341
Important safety notes ..................341
Restarting ...................................... 342
Tire pressure monitoring system
Checking the tire pressure
electronically ................................. 344
Function/notes ............................. 342
Restarting ...................................... 345
Warning lamp ................................. 276
Warning message .......................... 344
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) .................356
Averag eweight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) ....................355
Bar (definition) ............................... 354
Changing awheel .......................... 357 Index
17
Multifunction steering wheel
Function Page
001A
Multifunction display 221
0010
COMAND display;s
ee the
separate operating
instructions 0024
0007
Switches on the Voice
Control System; see the
separate operating
instructions
0021
0008
Rejects or ends
acall 226
Exits phone book/redial
memory
0006
Makes or accepts
acall Switches to the redial
memory
00080009
Adjusts the volume
0001
Mute Function Page
001E
000A0004
Selects
amenu 220
00060005
Selects
asubmenu or
scroll sthrough lists 220
000C
Confirm
syours election 220
Hides display messages 237
0025
0002
Back 220
Switches off the Voice
Control System
;see the
separate operating
instructions Multifunction steering wheel
33Atag lance
Contac
tanauthorize dMercedes-Benz
Cente rorcall 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the
USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). ATA (anti-thef
talarm system) X
To arm: lockthe vehicle with the SmartKey
or KEYLESS-GO.
Indicator lamp 001Aflashes. The alarm
system is armed after approximately
15 seconds.
X To disarm: unlock the vehicle with the
SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO.
Av isual and audible alarm is triggere difthe
alarm system is armed and you open:
R ad oor
R the vehicle with the mechanical key
R the trunk lid
R the hood
X To turn th ealarmo ff with the
SmartKey: press the0014or000F button
on the SmartKey.
The alarm is switched off.
or
X Insert the SmartKey int othe ignition lock.
The alarm is switched off. X
To stop th ealarmu sing KEYLESS-GO:
grasp the outside door handle. The
SmartKey must be outside the vehicle.
The alarm is switched off.
or
X Press the Start/Stop button on the
dashboard. The SmartKey must be inside
the vehicle.
The alarm is switched off.
The alarm is not switched off, even if you
close the open door that triggered it, for
example.
i If the alarm stays on for more than
30 seconds, the mbrace emergency call
system automatically sends amessage to
the Customer Assistance Center by text
message or data connection .The
emergency call system sends the message
provided that:
R you have subscribed to the mbrace
service
R the mbrace service has been activated
properly
R the necessary mobile phone network is
available 74
Theft deterrent locking systemSafety
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 not ethat your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features
described. This also applies to safety-
related system sand functions.
i Read the information on qualified
specialist workshops: (Y page 26).SmartKey
Important safet
ynotes G
WARNING
If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle,
they could:
R open the doors, thus endangering other
people or road users.
R get out and disrupt traffic.
R operate the vehicle' sequipment.
Additionally, children could set the vehicle in
motion if, for example, they:
R release the parkin gbrake.
R shifting the automatic transmission out of
park position P
R Start the engine.
There is arisk of an acciden tand injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always tak ethe
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children or animals unattended in the
vehicle. Always keep the SmartKey out of
reach of children. G
WARNING
If persons, particularly children are subjected
to prolonged exposur etoextreme heat or
cold, ther eisarisk of injury, possibly even
fatal. Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle. G
WARNING
If you attach heavy or large objects to the
SmartKey, the SmartKey could be
unintentionally turned in the ignition lock .This
could cause the engine to be switched off.
There is arisk of an accident.
Do not attach any heavy or large objectsto
the SmartKey. Remove any bulky key rings
before inserting the SmartKey into the
ignition lock.
! Keep the SmartKey away from strong
magnetic fields. Otherwise, the remote
control function could be affected.
Strong magnetic fields can occur in the
vicinity of powerful electrical installations.
R Do not keep the SmartKey:
-with electronic devices, e.g. amobile
phone or another SmartKey
- with metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal
foil
- inside metallic objects, e.g. ametal case
This can affect the functionality of the
SmartKey. SmartKey functions
001A
000F To lock the vehicle
0010 000B To unlock the trunk lid
0024 0014 To unlock the vehicle
X To unlock centrally: press the0014
button. 76
SmartKeyOpening and closing
G
WARNING
Unsuitable footwea rcan hinder correc tusage
of the pedals, e.g.:
R shoes with thick soles
R shoes with high heels
R slippers
There is arisk of an accident.
Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct
usage of the pedals. G
WARNING
If you switch off the ignition while driving,
safety-relevant functions are only available
with limitations, or not at all. This could affect,
for example, the power steering and the brake
boosting effect. You will require considerably
more effort to steer and brake. There is arisk
of an accident.
Do not switch off the ignition while driving. G
WARNING
If the parking brake has not been fully
released when driving, the parking brake can:
R overheat and cause afire
R lose its hold function.
There is arisk of fire and an accident. Release
the parking brake fully before driving off.
! Warm up the engine quickly. Do not use
the engine's full performance until it has
reached operating temperature.
Only shift the automatic transmission to
the desired drive position when the vehicle
is stationary.
Where possible,a void spinning the drive
wheels when pulling awayons lippery
roads. You could otherwise damage the
drive train.
! AMG vehicles: at low engine oil
temperatures below 68 ‡(+20 †), the
maximu mengine speed is restricte din
order to protect the engine .Toprotectt he
engine and maintain smooth engine operation, avoid driving at full throttle when
the engine is cold. Key positions
SmartKey 0018
To remove the SmartKey
(shift the transmission to position P)
0001 Power supply for some consumers, such
as the windshield wipers
0002 Ignition (power supply for all consumers)
and drive position
0003 To start the engine
i The SmartKey can be turned in the
ignition lock even if it is not the correct
SmartKey for the vehicle. The ignition is not
switched on. The engine cannot be started.
KEYLESS-GO General notes
R
Do not store the KEYLESS-GO key together
with:
-electronic devices, e.g. amobile phone
or another SmartKey
- metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal film
R Do not keep the KEYLESS-GO key in metal
objects, e.g. metal cases.
This can affect the functionality of
KEYLESS-GO.
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO are equipped with
keys featuring the integrated KEYLESS-GO
function and adetachable Start/Stop button. Driving
147Driving and parking Z
distracted from traffic conditions. You could
also lose control of the vehicle. There is arisk
of an accident.
Only operate this equipment when the vehicle
is stationary.
Observe the legal requirements for the
country in which you are driving .Some
jurisdiction sprohibit the driver from using a
mobile phone while driving avehicle.
If you make acall while driving ,alwaysu se
hands-free mode. Only operate the telephone
when the traffic situation permits. If you are
unsure, pull over to asafe location and stop
before operatin gthe telephone.
Bear in mind that at aspeed of only 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h) the vehicle covers
ad istanc eof44ft( approximately 14 m) per
second.
Drive sensibly –save fuel Observe the following tips to save fuel:
X
The tires should always be inflated to the
recommended tire pressure.
X Remove unnecessary loads.
X Remove roof racks whe nthey are not
needed.
X Warm up the engine at low engine speeds.
X Avoid frequent acceleration or braking.
X Have all maintenancew ork carried out as
indicated by the service intervals in the
MaintenanceB ooklet or by the service
interval display.
Fuel consumption also increases when
driving in cold weather, in stop-start traffic
and in hilly terrain.
Drinking and driving G
WARNING
Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs and
driving are very dangerous combinations.
Even asmall amount of alcohol or drugs can
affect your reflexes, perceptions and
judgment. The possibility of
aserious or even fatal
accident are greatly increased when you drink
or take drugs and drive.
Do not drink or take drugs and drive or allow
anyone to drive who has been drinking or
taking drugs.
Emission control G
WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling
these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There
is ar isk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave
the engine running in enclosed spaces
without sufficient ventilation.
Certain engine systems are designed to keep
the level of poisonous components in exhaust
fumes within legal limits.
These systems only work at peak efficiency if
they are serviced exactly in accordance with
the manufacturer's specifications. For this
reason, only have work on the engine carried
out by qualified and authorized Mercedes-
Benz technicians.
The engine settings must not be changed
under any circumstances. Furthermore, all
specific service work must be carried out at
regular intervals and in accordance with the
Mercedes-Ben zservice requirements. Details
can be found in the Maintenance Booklet. ECO display
Example: ECO display
The ECO display gives you information on how
economical your driving style is. The ECO
display assists you in achieving the optimum170
Driving tipsDriving and parking
X
Stop the vehicl ewhenitisa lmoste xactly
in front of the parking space.
The white lane shoul dbeasclose to parallel
with the parking space marking as
possible. Driving to the fina
lposition
001A White guid elineatc urrent steering wheel
angle
0010 Parking space marking
X Turn the steering whee ltothe center
positio nwhile the vehicle is stationary. 001A
Red guide line at adistance of
approximately 12 in (0.30 m) from the
rear of the vehicle
0010 White lane with steering wheel straight
0024 End of parking space
X Back up carefully until you have reached
the final position.
Red guide line 001Ais then at end of parking
space 0024.The vehicle is almost parallel in
the parking space. ATTENTION ASSIST
Important safety notes ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid to the
driver. It might not always recognizef
atigue
or increasing inattentiveness in time or fail to
recognizet hem at all. The system is not a
substitute for awell-rested and attentive
driver.
General notes ATTENTION ASSIST helps you during long,
monotonous journeys, such as on highways.
It is active in the range between 50 mph
(80 km/h) and 112 mph (180 km/h).
If ATTENTION ASSIST detects typical
indicators of fatigue or increasing lapses in
concentration on the part of the driver, it
suggests you take abreak.
ATTENTION ASSIST assesses your level of
fatigue or lapses in concentration by taking
the following criteria into account:
R your personal driving style, e.g. steering
characteristics
R journey details, e.g. time of day and length
of journey
The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is
restricted and warnings may be delayed or
not occur at all:
R if the road condition is poor, e.g. if the
surface is uneven or if there are potholes
R if there is astrongs ide wind
R if you have adopted asporty driving style
with high cornering speeds or high rates of
acceleration
R if you are predominantly driving slower
than 50 mph (80 km/h) or faster than
112 mph (180 km/h)
R if you are currently using COMAND or
making atelephone call with it
R if the time has been set incorrectly
R in active driving situations, such as when
you change lanes or change your speed Driving systems
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