2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class air condition

1, 2, 3 ...
4ETS (Electronic Traction System) see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac-
tion System)
4MATIC
Display message ............................ 244
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) .................................................. 181
12 V socket
see Sockets A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Display message ............................ 218
Function/notes ................................ 63
Important safety notes .................... 63
Warning lamp .................................2 50
Accident
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 56
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 129
Active Parking Assist
Detecting parking spaces .............. 185
Display message ............................ 237
Exiting a parking space .................. 187
Function/notes ............................ .184
Important safety notes .................. 184
Parking .......................................... 186
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 70
Adaptive Brake Assist
Function/notes ................................ 66
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Function/notes ............................ .114
Switching on/off ........................... 114
Additional speedometer ................... 212
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 356
Air bag
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 49
Air bags
Deployment ..................................... 54
Display message ............................ 228
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 47
Important safety notes .................... 46 Introduction ..................................... 46
Knee bag .......................................... 48
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indica-
tor lamp ..........................................
.41
Side impact air ba g.......................... 48
Window curtain air ba g.................... 48
Air vents
Important safety notes .................. 136
Rear ............................................... 137
Setting the center air vents ........... 136
Setting the side air vents ............... 136
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Alarm
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system )......... 71
Switching off (ATA) .......................... 71
Switching the function on/off
(ATA) ................................................ 71
AMG
Performance Seat .......................... 100
AMG menu (on-board computer) ..... 214
Animals in the vehicle ......................... 62
Ashtray ............................................... 270
Assistance display (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 209
Assistance menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 209
ASSYST PLUS
Displaying a service message ........ 291
Driving abroad ............................... 291
Hiding a service message .............. 291
Information about Service ............. 291
Resetting the service interval dis-
play ................................................ 291
Service message ............................ 290
Special service requirements ......... 291
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 71
Function ........................................... 71
Switching off the alarm .................... 71
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating ................. 210
Display message ............................ 235
Function/note s............................. 192
Audio menu (on-board computer) .... 207
Audio system
see separate operating instructions 4
Index

C
California Important notice for retail cus-
tomers and lessees .......................... 22
Calling up a malfunction
see Display messages
Care
Car wash ........................................ 292
Carpets .......................................... 298
Display .......................................... .296
Exhaust pipe .................................. 296
Exterior lights ................................ 295
Gear or selector lever .................... 297
Interior .......................................... .296
Matte finish ................................... 294
Notes ............................................. 291
Paint .............................................. 293
Plastic trim ................................... .297
Power washer ................................ 293
Rear view camera .......................... 296
Roof lining ...................................... 298
Seat belt ........................................ 298
Seat cover ..................................... 297
Sensors ......................................... 295
Steering wheel ............................... 297
Trim pieces ................................... .297
Washing by hand ........................... 292
Wheels .......................................... .294
Windows ........................................ 294
Wiper blades .................................. 295
Wooden trim .................................. 297
Cargo compartment enlargement ... 265
Cargo tie down rings ......................... 266
CD player/CD changer (on-board
computer) .......................................... 207
Center console
Lower section .................................. 35
Upper section .................................. 34
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board com-puter) ............................................. 212
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ....... .74
Changing bulbs
Brake lamps .................................. .119
Cornering light function ................. 119
High-beam headlamps ................... 118
Low-beam headlamps .................... 118 Rear fog lamp ................................ 119
Turn signals (front) ......................... 119
Turn signals (rear) .......................... 119
Child
Restraint system .............................. 57
Child seat
Forward-facing restraint system ...... 61
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ............................................ 58
On the front-passenger seat ............ 60
Rearward-facing restraint system .... 61
Top Tether ....................................... 59
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes .................... 61
Rear doors ....................................... 62
Children
Special seat belt retractor .............. .57
Cigarette lighter ................................ 270
Cleaning
Mirror turn signal .......................... .295
Climate control
Air-conditioning system ................. 125
Automatic climate control (dual-
zone) .............................................. 127
Controlling automatically .............. .131
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 129
Defrosting the windows ................. 134
Defrosting the windshield .............. 133
General notes ................................ 124
Indicator lamp ................................ 131
Information about using auto-
matic climate control ..................... 128
Maximum cooling .......................... 133
Notes on using the air-condition-
ing system ..................................... 126
Overview of systems ..................... .124
Problem with the rear window
defroster ........................................ 135
Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification ............................ 131
Refrigerant ..................................... 358
Refrigerant filling capacity ............. 359
Setting the air distribution ............. 132
Setting the air vents ..................... .136
Setting the airflow ......................... 132
Setting the temperature ................ 131
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 135 6
Index

M
M+S tires ............................................ 320
Malfunction message
see Display messages
Matte finish (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 294
mbrace
Call priority ................................... .275
Display message ............................ 224
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 276
Downloading routes ....................... 279
Emergency call .............................. 273
General notes ................................ 272
Geo fencing ................................... 279
Locating a stolen vehicle .............. .278
MB info call button ........................ 275
Remote fault diagnosis .................. 278
Remote vehicle locking .................. 277
Roadside Assistance button .......... 274
Search & Send ............................... 276
Self-test ......................................... 272
Speed alert ................................... .279
System .......................................... 272
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 279
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 277
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 76
Inserting .......................................... 77
Locking vehicle ................................ 83
Removing ......................................... 77
Unlocking the driver's door .............. 83
Memory card (audio) ......................... 207
Memory function ............................... 106
Message memory (on-board com-
puter) ................................................. .217
Messages
see Display messages
Mirror turn signal
Cleaning ......................................... 295
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 208 Modifying the programming
(SmartKey)
.......................................... .76
MOExtended tires .............................. 301
Mounting wheels
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 345
Mounting a new wheel ................... 344
Preparing the vehicle .................... .341
Raising the vehicle ......................... 342
Removing a wheel .......................... 344
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 342
MP3
Operation ....................................... 207
Multifunction display
Function/notes ............................ .203
Permanent display ......................... 212
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board computer .. 201Overview .......................................... 33 N
Navigation Menu (on-board computer) ............ 205
Notes on breaking-in a new vehi-
cle ....................................................... 140 O
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) Conditions ....................................... 49
Faults ............................................... 53
Operation ......................................... 49
System self-test ............................... 51
Occupant safety
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 56
Children in the vehicle ..................... 56
Important safety notes .................... 41
Introduction to the restraint sys-
tem ................................................. .40
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 49
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator
lamps ............................................... 41
Pets in the vehicle ........................... 62
Restraint system warning lamp ........ 41 12
Index

Seat belt .......................................... 42
OCS
Conditions ....................................... 49
Faults ............................................... 53
Operation ......................................... 49
System self-test ............................... 51
Odometer ........................................... 203
On-board computer
AMG menu ..................................... 214
Assistance graphic menu ............... 209
Assistance menu ........................... 209
Audio menu ................................... 207
Convenience submenu .................. 213
Display messages .......................... 217
Displaying a service message ........ 291
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 176
Factory settings ............................. 213
Important safety notes .................. 200
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 211
Lighting submenu .......................... 212
Menu overview .............................. 203
Message memory .......................... 217
Navigation menu ............................ 205
Operation ....................................... 201
RACETIMER ................................... 214
Service menu ................................. 211
Settings menu ............................... 211
Standard display ............................ 203
Telephone menu ............................ 208
Trip menu ...................................... 203
Vehicle submenu ........................... 212
Video DVD operation ..................... 207
Opening and closing the side trim
panels ................................................. 119
Operating safety
Declaration of conformity ................ 24
Important safety notes .................... 23
Operating system
see On-board computer
Operator's Manual
Vehicle equipment ........................... 21
Outside temperature display ........... 201
Overhead control panel ...................... 37
Override feature
Rear side window s........................... 62 P
Paint code number ............................ 352
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 293
Panic alarm .......................................... 40
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel
Important safety notes .................... 90
Operating ......................................... 91
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 94
Parking
Important safety notes .................. 160
Parking brake ................................ 162
Position of exterior mirror, front-
passenger side ............................... 105
Rear view camera .......................... 189
see Active Parking Assist
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
Active Parking Assist ..................... 184
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake
Display message ............................ 221
Electric parking brake .................... 162
Warning lamp ................................. 255
Parking lamps
Switching on/of f........................... 112
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 183
Driving system ............................... 181
Function/note s............................. 181
Important safety notes .................. 181
Problem (malfunction) ................... 184
Range of the sensors ..................... 181
Warning display ............................. 182
PASSENGER AIR BAG
Display message ............................ 228
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
Indicator lamp .................................. 41
PASSENGER AIRBAG
Problems (malfunction) .................. 228
Pets in the vehicle ............................... 62
Plastic trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 297
Power washers .................................. 293
Power windows
see Side windows Index
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Program selector button
.................. 153
Protection against theft
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 71
Immobilizer ...................................... 71
Protection of the environment
General notes ..................................20
Pulling away
Automatic transmission ................. 144
Hill start assist ...............................1 45Q
QR code Mercedes-Benz Guide App ................. 1
Rescue card ..................................... 26
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 24R
RACE START Important safety notes .................. 180
RACE START (AMG vehicles) ............. 180
RACETIMER (on-board computer) .... 214
Radio
Selecting a station ......................... 207
see separate operating instructions
Radio-wave reception/transmis-
sion in the vehicle
Declaration of conformity ................ 24
Rain closing feature (panorama
roof with power tilt/sliding panel) .... 92
Reading lamp ..................................... 115
Rear compartment
Setting the air vents ..................... .137
Rear fog lamp
Changing bulbs .............................. 119
Display message ............................ 231
Switching on/off ........................... 111
Rear lamps
see Lights
Rear seats
Folding the backrest forwards/
back ............................................... 266
Rear view camera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 296
Displays in the Audio displa y......... 189
Displays in the COMAND display ... 189
Function/note s............................. 189 Switching on/of
f........................... 189
Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ................... 135
Switching on/of f........................... 134
Rear-view mirror
Anti-glare (manual) ........................ 103
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 104
Recuperation display ........................ 204
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem)
Important safety notes .................. 358
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 31
Important safety notes .................. 158
Notes for AMG vehicles ................. 355
Refueling process .......................... 159
see Fuel
Remote control
Garage door opener ....................... 279
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 280
Replacing bulbs
Important safety notes .................. 116
Overview of bulb types .................. 117
Removing/replacing the cover
(front wheel arch) .......................... 118
Reporting safety defects .................... 25
Rescue card ......................................... 26
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 234
Warning lamp ................................. 256
see Fuel
Residual heat (climate control) ........ 135
Restraint system
Display message ............................ 225
Introduction ..................................... 40
Warning lamp ................................. 255
Warning lamp (function) ................... 41
Reverse gear (selector lever) ........... 151
Reversing feature
Panorama sliding sunroof ................ 91
Roller sunblind ................................. 92
Side windows ................................... 86
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 2214
Index

Roller sunblind
Opening/closing .............................. 93
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ..................................... 92
Roof carrier ........................................ 267
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 298
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 359S
Safety Children in the vehicle ..................... 56
Seat
Adjusting (Performance Seat) ........ 100
Seat belts
Adjusting the height ......................... 44
Cleaning ......................................... 298
Correct usage .................................. 44
Fastening ......................................... 44
Important safety guidelines ............. 42
Introduction ..................................... 42
Releasing ......................................... 45
Warning lamp ................................. 247
Warning lamp (function) ................... 45
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 98
Adjusting (manually) ........................ 98
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 100
Adjusting the head restraint ............ 98
Cleaning the cover ......................... 297
Correct driver's seat position ........... 96
Folding the backrest (rear com-
partment) forwards/back .............. 266
Important safety notes .................... 97
Seat heating problem .................... 102
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 106
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 100
Securing cargo .................................. 266
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 297
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 295
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 211
Service message
see ASSYST PLUS Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 357
Coolant (engine) ............................ 357
Engine oil ....................................... 356
Fuel ................................................ 353
Important safety notes .................. 353
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ............................................... 358
Washer fluid ................................... 358
Setting the air distribution ............... 132
Setting the airflow ............................ 132
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 213
On-board compute r....................... 211
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 214
Side impact air bag ............................. 48
Side marker lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 231
Side windows
Cleaning ......................................... 294
Convenience closing feature ............ 88
Convenience opening feature .......... 87
Important safety information ........... 86
Opening/closing .............................. 87
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 90
Resetting ......................................... 89
Reversing feature ............................. 86
Sliding sunroof
see Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 78
Changing the programming ............. 76
Checking the battery ....................... 77
Convenience closing feature ............ 88
Convenience opening feature .......... 87
Display message ............................ 246
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 74
Important safety notes .................... 74
KEYLESS-GO start function .............. 76
Loss ................................................. 79
Mechanical key ................................ 76
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 141
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 79
Starting the engine ........................ 144
SmartKey positions (ignition lock) .. 141
Snow chains ...................................... 321 Index
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Protection of the environment
General notes
H
Environmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of compre-
hensive 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 environmen-
tally 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 con-
sumption.
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 consump-
tion. Environmental concerns and recom-
mendations
Wherever the operating instructions require
you to dispose of materials, first try to regen-
erate or re-use them. Observe the relevant
environmental rules and regulations when
disposing of materials. In this way you will
help to protect the environment. 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 Devi-
ces, as well as control units and sensors for these restraint systems, may be installed inthe 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 sys-
tems.
Have aftermarket accessories installed at a qualified specialist workshop. 20
Introduction

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-rel-
evant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use
only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of
equal quality. Only use tires, wheels and
accessories that have been specifically
approved for your vehicle.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subject to
strict quality control. Every part has been spe- cifically 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 main-
tain a supply of genuine Mercedes-Benz parts for necessary service and repair work. In addi-
tion, strategically located parts delivery cen-
ters provide quick and reliable parts service.
Always specify the vehicle identification num- ber (VIN) when ordering genuine Mercedes-
Benz parts (Y page 352). 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 possi-
ble. Bear in mind that your vehicle may not
feature all functions described here. This also applies to safety-relevant systems and func-
tions. The equipment in your vehicle may
therefore differ from that shown in the
descriptions and illustrations.
The original purchase agreement lists all sys-tems installed in your vehicle.
Should you have any questions concerning
equipment and operation, please consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The Operator's Manual and Maintenance
Booklet are important documents and should
be kept in the vehicle. Service and vehicle operation
Warranty
The implied warranty for your vehicle applies in accordance with the warranty terms and
conditions in the Service and Warranty Infor-
mation booklet.
Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will
replace and repair all factory-installed parts in
accordance with the following warranty terms
and conditions:
R New Vehicle Limited Warranty
R Emission System Warranty
R Emission Performance Warranty
R California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachu-
setts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode
Island and Vermont Emission Control Sys-
tem Warranty
R State warranty enforcement laws (lemon
laws)
Replacement parts and accessories are cov-
ered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Acces- sories warranties. These are available at any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
i Should you lose your Service and War-
ranty Information booklet, have an author-
ized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a
replacement. The new Service and War-
ranty Information booklet will be posted to you. Introduction
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