1, 2, 3 ...
115 V socket ...................................... 189
12 V socket see Sockets
4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
Function/notes ................................ 61
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) .................................................. 124A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Display message .................... 144, 146
Function/notes ................................ 60
Important safety notes ....................60
Warning lamp ................................. 160
Active Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 144
Display message ............................ 144
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 63
Adaptive brake lamps .........................61
Adaptive Highbeam Assist Display message ............................ 144
Additives (engine oil) ........................261
Address book see also Digital Operator's Manual 170
Air bags
Display message .................... 144, 151
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 42
Important safety notes ....................41
PASSENGER AIR BAG
OFF- indicator lamp ..........................44
Window curtain air bag ....................44
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
see Heating and air-conditioning system
Air filter (display message) ..............144
Air vents Rear ................................................. 94
Setting the center air vents .............94
Setting the side air vents .................94
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
All-wheel drive
Transfer case ................................. 129Ambient lighting
Setting the brightness (on-board
computer) ...................................... 144
Setting the color (on-board
computer) ...................................... 144
AMG menu (on-board computer) .....144
Anti-lock braking system see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-theft alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Approach/departure angle ..............106
Ashtray ............................................... 189
ASSYST service interval display Service messages ..........................204
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ...................64
Function .......................................... .64
Switching off the alarm ....................64
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 144
see Lights
Automatic car wash ..........................206
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) ...................................... 99
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) ............................99
Automatic transmission Automatic drive program ...............101
Display message ............................ 144
Drive position (ECO start/stop
function) ........................................ 100
Driving tips .................................... 101
Engaging drive position .................. 100
Engaging neutral ............................ 100
Engaging reverse gear ...................100
Engaging the park position ............100
Important safety notes ....................99
Manual drive program ....................101
Neutral (ECO start/stop function) .100
Overview .......................................... 99
Program selector button ................101
Pulling away ..................................... 98
Selector lever ................................ 100
Shift ranges ................................... 1014
Index
Notes
............................................. 262
Temperature (on-board computer) .144
Temperature gauge ........................ 142
Warning lamp ................................. 165
Cooling
see Climate control
Cornering light function
Display message ............................ 144
Function/notes ................................ 84
Courtesy lights .................................... 84
Cruise control Cruise control lever .......................110
Display message ............................ 144
Driving system ............................... 109
Function/notes ............................. 109
Selecting ........................................ 110
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 189
Important safety notes ..................189 D
Data see Technical data
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 144
Switching on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 144
Declarations of conformity ................. 26
DEF Display message ............................ 144
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 144
Interior lighting .............................. 144
Differential lock
Disengaging ................................... 134
Front axle ...................................... 133
Rear axle ........................................ 133
Transfer case ................................. 133
Differential locks
Engaging ........................................ 132
General notes ................................ 131
Terrain ........................................... 131
Differential locks (display message) 144
Digital Operator's Manual Contents .......................................... 23
Installation ....................................... 21Introduction
..................................... 21
Keyword search ............................... 23
Operating notes ............................... 22
Visual search ................................... 22
Digital speedometer .........................144
Display (cleaning instructions) ........210
Display messages Calling up (on-board
computer) .............................. 144, 145
Driving systems .....................144, 153
Engine ................................... 144, 152
General notes ................................ 144
Hiding (on-board computer) ...........144
Lights ............................................ .144
Safety systems ...................... 144, 146
Service interval displa y.................. 204
SmartKey ....................................... 144
Tires ...................................... 144, 155
Vehicle .................................. 144, 157
Distance display (on-board
computer) .......................................... 144
Distance recorder ............................. 144
see Odometer
see Trip odometer
Distance warning (warning lamp) ....166
DISTRONIC Display message ............................ 144
DISTRONIC PLUS
Activating ....................................... 116
Activation conditions .....................116
Cruise control lever .......................116
Deactivating ................................... 119
Display message ............................ 144
Displays in the multifunction
displa y........................................... 116
Driving tips .................................... 119
Function/notes ............................. 114
Important safety notes ..................114
Selecting ........................................ 116
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 116
Warning lamp ................................. 166
Door control panel
Overview .......................................... 37
Doors
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 144
Automatic locking (switch) .............. .69 Index
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Premium-grade unleaded gasoline
.259
Problem (malfunction) ...................104
Refueling ........................................ 101
Tank content/reserve fuel .............259
Fuel/water separator
Service .......................................... .205
Fuel filler flap
Emergency release ........................103
Opening/closing ............................ 102
Fuel filter (display message) ............144
Fuel level Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 144
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 259
Problem (malfunction) ...................104
Fuse allocation chart ........................225
Fuse box Battery case ................................... 226
Dashboard ..................................... 225
Front-passenger footwell ...............225
Transmission tunnel ....................... 226
Fuse extractor ................................... 225
Fuses Allocation chart ............................. 225
Before changing ............................. 225
Dashboard fuse box .......................225
Fuse allocation chart .....................225
Fuse box in the front-passenger
footwell .......................................... 225
Fuse box in the transmission
tunnel ............................................ 226
Important safety notes ..................224
In the battery case .........................226 G
Garage door opener Clearing the memory .............189, 198
Frequencies ................................... 189
Important safety notes ..................193
Notes ............................................. 189
Opening/closing the garage
door ....................................... 189, 197
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 189
Programming the remote control ...194
Gasoline ............................................. 259Gear indicator (on-board computer)
144
Gear or selector lever (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 210
Genuine parts ...................................... 25
Glove box ........................................... 185
Google™ Local Search see also Digital Operator's Manual 170
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight)
(definition) ......................................... 247 H
Hazard warning lamps ..................82, 84
Head bags Display message ............................ 144
Headlamps
Adding fluid to cleaning system .....204
Cleaning ................................ 206, 209
Cleaning system (capacity )............ 263
Cleaning system (function) ..............82
Cleaning system (notes) ................263
Fogging up ....................................... 82
Head restraints
Adjusting ......................................... 78
Installing/removing (rear) ................78
Heating
see Climate control
Heating and air-conditioning
system
Activating/deactivating air-
recirculation mode ...........................94
Activating/deactivating heating
system ............................................. 94
Cooling with air dehumidification ..... 94
defrosting the windows .................... 94
Defrosting the windshield ................94
Important safety notes ....................94
Increasing/reducing temperature .... 94
Overview .......................................... 94
Problems with the cooling with air
dehumidification function ................94
Setting the airflow ........................... 94
Switching rear window defroster
on/off .............................................. 94
High-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 144
Switching on/off .............................. 83
Hill start assist .................................... 9910
Index
O
Occupant safety Children in the vehicle .....................53
Important safety notes ....................40
Odometer ........................................... 144
Off-road Differential locks ............................ 131
Off-road ABS .................................... 60
Off-road driving
Checklist ........................................ 108
General information .......................106
Important safety notes ..................108
Off-road fording ................................. 107
Off-road system 4MATIC .......................................... 124
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
AMG menu ..................................... 144
Assistance menu ........................... 144
Display messages ..........................144
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 116
Factory settings submenu .............144
Important safety notes ..................142
Lighting submenu .......................... 144
Menu overview .............................. 144
Message memory ..................144, 145
Message memory menu ................. 144
Navigation menu ............................ 144
Operation ....................................... 143
RACETIMER ................................... 144
Service menu ................................. 144
Standard displa y............................ 144
Video DVD operation .....................144
Online and Internet functions
Ending the connection ...................180
Establishing/ending the
connection ..................................... 179
Operating safety
Declaration of conformity ................26
Operating system
see On-board computer
Outside temperature display ...........142
Overhead control panel ......................36
Override feature Rear side windows ...........................59 P
Paint code number ............................258
Paintwork (cleaning
instructions) .............................. 206, 208
Parcel net ........................................... 185
Parking ............................................... 104
Engaging park position ..................100
Important safety notes ..................104
Position of exterior mirror, front-
passenger side ................................. 79
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake
Applying ........................................ .105
Display message .................... 144, 148
Parking lamps
Switching on/off .............................. 83
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating .................127
Driving system ............................... 125
Function/notes ............................. 125
Important safety notes ..................125
Problem (malfunction) ...................128
Range of the sensors .....................125
Trailer towing ................................. 127
Warning displa y............................. 126
Phone book
see also Digital Operator's Manual 170
Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) .210
Power washers .......................... 206, 207
Programming SmartKey ......................................... 67
Program selector button ..................101
Pulling away Automatic transmission ...................98 Q
Qualified specialist workshop ...........27 R
RACETIMER (on-board computer) ....144
Radar sensor system Activating/deactivating .................144
Display message ............................ 144 Index
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Display message
............................ 144
Emergency Tensioning Devices ....... .52
Fastening ......................................... 49
Fastening, front ............................... 50
Fastening in the rear, center ............50
Important safety guidelines .............47
Releasing ......................................... 51
Special seat belt retractor ...............55
Switching belt adjustment on/off
(on-board computer) ......................144
Warning lamp ................................. 158
Warning lamp (function) ................... 52
Seat heating
Indicator lamp (malfunction) ............79
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) .....................78
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar
support ............................................ 78
Adjusting the head restraint ............78
Cleaning the cover .........................210
Correct driver's seat position ........... 76
Important safety notes ....................76
Multicontour seat ............................ 78
Storing settings (memory function) .. 79
Switching seat heating on/off .........78
Switching seat ventilation on/off ....78
Sensors (cleaning instructions) 206, 209
Service interval display Displaying a service message (on-
board computer) ............................ 205
Service menu (on-board computer) .144
Service products Brake fluid ..................................... 261
Coolant (engine) ............................ 262
Engine oil ....................................... 261
Fuel ................................................ 258
Important safety notes ..................258
Notes ............................................. 258
Refrigerant (air-conditioning
system) .......................................... 261
Washer fluid .................................. .263
Setting a speed limit
see SPEEDTRONIC
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) .........144
Menu overview .............................. 174
On-board computer .......................144
Setting the air distribution .................94Setting the airflow
.............................. 94
Setting the date/time format see also Digital Operator's Manual 170
Setting the language
see also Digital Operator's Manual 170
Setting the time
see also Digital Operator's Manual 170
SETUP (on-board computer) .............144
Shift ranges ....................................... 101
Side marker lamp (display
message) ............................................ 144
Side marker lamps (changing bulbs) .86
Side windows Cleaning ......................................... 206
Important safety information ...........71
Opening/closing .............................. 71
Opening/closing (all) .......................71
Opening/closing (front) ...................71
Overview .......................................... 71
Troubleshooting ............................... 71
SIRIUS services
see also Digital Operator's Manual 170
Ski rack .............................................. 189
Sliding sunroof Important safety notes ....................71
Opening/closing .............................. 72
Operating manually ..........................72
SmartKey
Changing the battery .......................68
Changing the programming .............67
Checking the battery .......................68
Convenience opening feature ..........71
Display message ............................ 144
Door central locking/unlocking .......66
Important safety notes ....................66
Loss ................................................. 69
Malfunction ...................................... 69
Mechanical key ................................ 67
Overview .......................................... 66
Problem (malfunction) .....................69
Starting the engine ..........................98
SMS
see also Digital Operator's Manual 170
Snow chains ...................................... 230 Index
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TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 193
Emergency call .............................. 190
Important safety notes ..................189
MB info call button ........................192
Roadside Assistance button ..........191
Self-test ......................................... 190
System .......................................... 190
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 144
Display message ............................ 144
Number from the phone book ....... .144
Redialing ........................................ 144
Rejecting/ending a call .................144
see also Digital Operator's Manual 170
Telephone compartment ..................185
Temperature Coolant .......................................... 142
Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 144
Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 144
Outside temperature ..................... .142
Theft deterrent systems
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) .........64
Immobilizer ...................................... 63
Tilt/sliding sunroof
see Sliding sunroof
Time
see separate operating instructions
Timing (RACETIMER) .........................144
Tire pressure Calling up (on-board computer) .....234
Checking manually ........................234
Display message .................... 144, 155
Maximum ....................................... 233
Notes ............................................. 232
Recommended ............................... 230
Table (single tires) .........................231
Tire pressure monitoring system
Checking the tire pressure
electronically ................................. 236
Function/notes ............................. 234
Restarting ...................................... 236
Warning lamp ................................. 167
Warning message .......................... 236
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) .................248
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) ....................247Bar (definition)
............................... 247
Changing a wheel .......................... 249
Characteristics .............................. 246
Checking ........................................ 229
Definition of terms .........................247
Direction of rotatio n...................... 250
Display message .................... 144, 155
Distribution of the vehicle
occupants (definition) ....................249
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) .............................................. .246
DOT (Department of
Transportation) (definition) ............247
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 247
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight)
(definition) ..................................... 247
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
(definition) ..................................... 247
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) (definition) .........................248
Important safety notes ..................228
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ......247
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ...........248
Labeling (overview )........................ 243
Load bearing index (definition) ......249
Load index ..................................... 245
Load index (definition) ...................248
M+S tires ....................................... 230
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 248
Maximum load on a tire (definition) 248
Maximum permissible tire
pressure (definition) ....................... 248
Maximum tire loa d......................... 246
Maximum tire load (definition) .......248
Optional equipment weight
(definition) ..................................... 249
PSI (pounds per square inch)
(definition) ..................................... 248
Replacing ....................................... 249
Service life ..................................... 230
Sidewall (definition) .......................249
Speed rating (definition) ................247
Storing ........................................... 250
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 247 Index
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Protection of the environment
General notes
H
Environmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of
comprehensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
that takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an
environmentally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected
by these factors:
R operating conditions of your vehicle
R your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
R avoid short trips as these increase fuel
consumption.
R always make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
R do not carry any unnecessary weight.
R remove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
R a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
R always have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
R do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
R do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
R drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
R avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking. R
change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ôof its maximum engine speed.
R switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
R keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel
consumption. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
H
Environmental note
Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. They are covered by the
same Limited Warranty entitlements as new
parts.
! Air bags and Emergency Tensioning
Devices, as well as control units and
sensors for these restraint systems, may be
installed in the following areas of your
vehicle:
R doors
R door pillars
R door sills
R seats
R cockpit
R instrument cluster
R center console
Do not install accessories such as audio
systems in these areas. Do not carry out
repairs or welding. You could impair the
operating efficiency of the restraint
systems.
Have aftermarket accessories installed at
a qualified specialist workshop.
You could jeopardize the operating safety of
your vehicle if you use parts, tires and wheels
as well as accessories relevant to safety
which have not been approved by Mercedes.
This could lead to malfunctions in safety-
relevant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use
only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of
equal quality. Only use tires, wheels and Introduction
25 Z
accessories that have been specifically
approved for your vehicle.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subject to
strict quality control. Every part has been
specifically developed, manufactured or
selected for and adapted to Mercedes-Benz
vehicles. Only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
should therefore be used.
More than 300,000 different genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts are available for
Mercedes-Benz models.
All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers
maintain a supply of genuine Mercedes-Benz
parts for necessary service and repair work.
In addition, strategically located parts
delivery centers provide quick and reliable
parts service.
Always specify the vehicle identification
number (VIN) when ordering genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts (Y page 258).Operator's Manual
Vehicle equipment
This Operator's Manual describes all models
and all standard and optional equipment of
your vehicle available at the time of going to
print. 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. The equipment in your vehicle
may therefore differ from some of the
descriptions or illustrations.
The original purchase agreement lists all
systems installed in your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
if you have any questions about equipment or
operation.
The Operator's Manual and the Maintenance
Booklet are important documents and should
be kept in the vehicle. Operating safety
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If you do not have the prescribed service/
maintenance work or any required repairs
carried out, this can result in malfunctions or
system failures. There is a risk of an accident.
Always have the prescribed service/
maintenance work as well as any required
repairs carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop. G
WARNING
Modifications to electronic components, their
software as well as wiring can impair their
function and/or the function of other
networked components. In particular,
systems relevant to safety could also be
affected. As a result, these may no longer
function as intended and/or jeopardize the
operating safety of the vehicle. There is an
increased risk of an accident and injury.
Never tamper with the wiring as well as
electronic components or their software. You
should have all work to electrical and
electronic equipment carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Tampering with the electronic components,
their software or wiring can render the
operating permit invalid. Declarations of conformity
Vehicle components which receive
and/or transmit radio waves USA:
"The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: 1) These devices may not cause
harmful interference, and 2) These devices
must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation. Changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the 26
Introduction