2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS-Class navigation

Vehicles with COMAND:
X
To select a preset list or station list:
press and briefly hold the 9or:
button until the preset list or station list in
the desired frequency range is shown.
X To select a station: press9or:
briefly.
i SIRIUS XM satellite radio functions like a
normal radio.
Further information on navigation can be
found in the "Satellite radio" section in the separate Audio 20 or COMAND operating
instructions.
Operating an audio player or audio
media Audio data from various audio devices or
media can be played, depending on the equip-
ment installed in the vehicle.
X Switch on Audio 20 or COMAND and select
audio CD or MP3 mode; see the separate
operating instructions.
X Press the =or; button on the steer-
ing wheel to select the Audio Audiomenu.
X To select the next/previous track:
briefly press the 9or: button.
X To select a track from the track list
(rapid scrolling): press and hold the 9
or : button until desired track :
appears.
If you press and hold 9or:, the
rapid scrolling speed is increased. Not all
audio drives or data carriers support this
function.
If track information is stored on the audio
device or medium, the multifunction display
will show the number and title of the track. Video DVD operation
Only for vehicles with COMAND: you can use
the Audio Audio menu to play video DVDs.
X Switch on COMAND and select video DVD
(see the separate operating instructions).
X Press the =or; button on the steer-
ing wheel to select the Audio Audiomenu.
X To select the next/previous scene:
briefly press the 9or: button.
X To select a scene from the scene list
(rapid scrolling): press and hold the 9
or : button until desired scene :has
been reached. Telephone menu
Introduction G
WARNING
If you operate information systems and com-
munication equipment integrated in the vehi- cle while driving, you will be distracted from
traffic conditions. You could also lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Only operate the equipment when the traffic
situation permits. If you are not sure that this
is possible, park the vehicle paying attention
to traffic conditions and operate the equip-
ment when the vehicle is stationary.
When telephoning, you must observe the
legal requirements for the country in which
you are currently driving.
X Switch on the mobile phone (see the man-
ufacturer’s operating instructions).
X Switch on Audio 20 or COMAND, see the
separate operating instructions. Menus and submenus
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Instrument cluster
Selecting the unit of measurement for dis-
tance
The Display Unit Speed-/Odometer: Display Unit Speed-/Odometer:
function allows you to choose whether cer-
tain displays appear in kilometers or miles in the multifunction display.
X Press the =or; button on the steer-
ing wheel to select the Sett.
Sett. menu.
X Press the :or9 button to select the
Instr. Cluster
Instr. Cluster submenu.
X Press ato confirm.
X Press the :or9 button to select the
Display Unit Speed-/Odometer Display Unit Speed-/Odometer func-
tion.
You will see the selected setting: km kmor
miles
miles.
X Press the abutton to save the setting.
The selected unit of measurement for dis-
tance applies to: R Digital speedometer in the Trip Tripmenu
R Odometer and the trip odometer
R Trip computer
R Current consumption and the range
R Navigation instructions in the Navi
Navimenu
R Cruise control
R DISTRONIC PLUS
R ASSYST PLUS service interval display
Selecting the permanent display function
You can determine whether the multifunction display permanently shows your speed or the
outside temperature.
X Press the =or; button on the steer-
ing wheel to select the Sett
Sett menu.
X Press the :or9 button to select the
Inst. Cluster
Inst. Cluster submenu.
X Press ato confirm.
X Press the :or9 button to select the
Permanent Display
Permanent Display function.
You will see the selected setting Outside
Outside
Temperature
Temperature orAdditional Speedome‐
Additional Speedome‐ ter [km/h] ter [km/h]
/AdditionalAdditional Speedometer Speedometer
[mph]
[mph].
X Press the abutton to save the setting.
i The speed is highlighted in km/h or in
mph conversely to your speedometer.
Lights Setting the brightness of the instrument
cluster lighting and switches
The lighting in the instrument cluster, in the
displays and the controls in the vehicle inte-
rior can be adjusted with the Brightness Brightness
Display/Switches:
Display/Switches: function.
X Press the =or; button on the steer-
ing wheel to select the Sett.
Sett.menu.
X Press the :or9 button to select the
Lights
Lights submenu.
X Press ato confirm.
X Press the :or9 button to select the
Brightness Display/Switches:
Brightness Display/Switches: func-
tion.
You will see the selected setting.
X Press ato confirm.
X Press the :or9 button to adjust the
brightness to any level from Level 1
Level 1 to
Level 5 Level 5 (bright).
X Press the aor% button to save the
setting.
If the light switch is set to Ã,Tor
L, the brightness is dependent upon
the brightness of the ambient light.
i The light sensor in the instrument cluster
automatically controls the brightness of
the multifunction display.
In daylight, the displays in the instrument
cluster are not illuminated.
Switching the daytime running lamps on/ off
i This function is not available in Canada. 238
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Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
M
MSolutions $
(USA only)
J (Canada only)
The red brake system
warning lamp comes on while the engine is run-
ning. A warning tone
also sounds. G
WARNING
There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
The braking effect may be impaired.
There is a risk of an accident. X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving
under any circumstances.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 170).
X Do not add brake fluid. Adding more will not remedy the mal-
function.
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display. !
The yellow ABS warning
lamp is lit while the
engine is running. ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is deactivated due to a malfunc-
tion. Therefore, BAS (Brake Assist System), BAS PLUS with Cross-
Traffic Assist, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS, ESP ®
(Elec-
tronic Stability Program), PRE‑ SAFE®
, PRE‑SAFE ®
PLUS,
PRE‑SAFE ®
Brake, the HOLD function and hill start assist, for
example, are also deactivated.
ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.
G WARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you
brake hard, for example.
The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec-ted. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can
increase.
If ESP ®
is not operational, ESP ®
is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
X Drive on carefully.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
If the ABS control unit is faulty, there is also a possibility that other
systems, such as the navigation system or the automatic trans-
mission, will not be available. 276
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In this case, summon assistance by other
means.
Making an emergency call X
To initiate an emergency call manually:
press cover :briefly to open.
X Press SOS button ;briefly.
The indicator lamp in SOS button ;
flashes until the emergency call is conclu-
ded.
X Wait for a voice connection to the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Cen-
ter.
X After the emergency call, close cover :.
If the mobile phone network is unavailable,
mbrace will not be able to make the emer-
gency call. If you leave the vehicle immedi-
ately after pressing the SOS button, you will
not know whether mbrace placed the emer-
gency call. In this case, always summon assis-
tance by other means.
Roadside Assistance button X
To call Roadside Assistance: press Road-
side Assistance button :.
This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center.
The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance
button :flashes while the call is active.
The Connecting Connecting Call Callmessage appears in
the multifunction display. The audio output is muted.
If a connection can be made, the Call Con‐
Call Con‐
nected
nected message appears in the multifunction
display.
If a mobile phone network and GPS reception are available, the system transfers data to the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center, for example:
R current location of the vehicle
R vehicle identification number
The COMAND/Audio 20 display indicates
that a call is active. During the call, you can
change to the navigation menu by pressing
the NAVI button in COMAND/Audio 20, for
example.
Voice output is not available in this case.
A voice connection is established between
the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center and the vehicle occupants.
From the remote malfunction diagnosis, the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center
can ascertain the nature of the problem
(Y page 305).
The Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center either sends a qualified Mercedes-
Benz technician or makes arrangements for
your vehicle to be transported to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
You may be charged for services such as
repair work and/or towing.
You can find more information in the separatembrace manual. Features
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The system has not been able to initiate a
Roadside Assistance call, if:
R the indicator lamp for Roadside Assistance
call button Fis flashing continuously.
R no voice connection to the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center was estab-
lished.
This can occur if the relevant mobile phone
network is not available, for example.
The Call Failed Call Failed message appears in the
multifunction display.
X To end a call: press the~button on the
multifunction steering wheel.
or
X Press the corresponding COMAND/Audio
20 button for ending a phone call.
MB Info call button X
To call MB Info: press MB Info call but-
ton :.
This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center.
The indicator lamp in MB Info call button :
flashes while the connection is being made.
The Connecting Connecting Call
Callmessage appears in
the multifunction display. The audio output
is muted.
If a connection can be made, the Call Con‐
Call Con‐
nected
nected message appears in the multifunction
display. If a mobile phone network and GPS reception
are available, the system transfers data to the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center, for example:
R current location of the vehicle
R vehicle identification number
The COMAND/Audio 20 display indicates
that a call is active. During the call, you can
change to the navigation menu by pressing
the NAVI button in COMAND/Audio 20, for
example.
Voice output is not available in this case.
A voice connection is established between
the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center and the vehicle occupants.
You receive information about operating your vehicle, about the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center and about other prod-
ucts and services from Mercedes-Benz.
You can find further information on the
mbrace system under "Owners Online" at
http://www.mbusa.com.
The system has not been able to initiate an
MB Info call, if:
R the indicator lamp in MB Info call button
ï is flashing continuously.
R no voice connection to the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center was estab-
lished.
This can occur if the relevant mobile phone
network is not available, for example.
The Call Failed Call Failed message appears in the
multifunction display.
X To end a call: press the~button on the
multifunction steering wheel.
or X Press the corresponding COMAND/Audio
20 button for ending a phone call.
Call priority When service calls are active, e.g. Roadside
Assistance or MB Info calls, an emergency
call can still be initiated. In this case, an emer- 302
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gency call will take priority and override all
other active calls.
The indicator lamp of the respective button
flashes until the call is ended.
An emergency call can only be terminated by
the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center.
All other calls can be ended by pressing:
R the ~ button on the multifunction steer-
ing wheel
R the corresponding button in COMAND/
Audio 20 to end the voice call
When a call is initiated, the audio system is
muted.
The mobile phone is no longer connected to
COMAND/Audio 20.
However, if you want to use your mobile
phone, do so only when the vehicle is station-
ary and in a safe location.
Downloading destinations Downloading destinations
Downloading destinations gives you access
to a database with over 15 million points of
interest (POIs). These can be downloaded on
the navigation system in your vehicle. If you
know the destination, the address can be
downloaded. Alternatively, you can obtain the location of Points of Interest (POIs)/impor-
tant destinations in the vicinity.
Furthermore, you can download routes with
up to four way points.
You are prompted to confirm route guidance
to the address entered.
X Select Yes
Yes by turning cVdor sliding XVY
the controller and confirm with W.
The system calculates the route and sub-
sequently starts the route guidance with
the address entered.
If you select No Nothe address can be stored in
the address book. The destination download function is availa-
ble if:
R the vehicle is equipped with a navigation
system.
R the relevant mobile phone network is avail-
able and data transfer is possible.
Route Assistance
This service is part of the mbrace PLUS Pack-
age and cannot be purchased separately.
You can use the route assistance function
even if the vehicle is not equipped with a nav- igation system.
Within the framework of this service, you
receive a professional and reliable form of
navigation support without having to leave
your vehicle.
The customer service representative finds a
suitable route depending on your vehicle's
current position and the desired destination.
You will then be guided live through the cur-
rent route section.
Search & Send General notes
To use "Search & Send", your vehicle must be
equipped with mbrace and a navigation sys-
tem. Additionally, an mbrace service sub-
scription must be completed.
"Search & Send" is a destination entry ser-
vice. A destination address which is found on
Google Maps ®
can be transferred via mbrace
directly to your vehicle's navigation system.
Specifying and sending the destination
address
X Go to the website http://
maps.google.com and enter a destination
address into the entry field.
X To send the destination address to the
e-mail address of your mbrace account:
click on the corresponding button on the
website.
Example: Features
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If you select 'Send to vehicle' and then
'Mercedes-Benz', the destination address
will be sent to your vehicle.
X When the "Send" dialog window appears:
Enter the e-mail address you specified
when setting up your mbrace account into
the corresponding field.
X Click "Send".
Information on specific commands such as
"Address entry" or "Send" can be found on the website.
Calling up a transmitted destination
address
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the igni-
tion lock (Y page 149).
The transmitted destination address is loa- ded into the vehicle's navigation system.
A display message appears, asking
whether navigation should be started.
X Select Yes
Yes by turning cVdor sliding XVY
the controller and confirm with W.
The system calculates the route and sub-
sequently starts the route guidance with
the address entered.
If you select No
No the address can be stored in
the address book.
If you have sent more than one destination address, each individual destination must
be confirmed separately.
Destination addresses are loaded in the same
order as the order in which they were sent.
If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles
with mbrace and activated mbrace accounts:
If multiple vehicles are registered under the
same e-mail address, the destination will be
sent to all the vehicles.
Vehicle remote opening You can use the vehicle remote opening if you
have unintentionally locked your vehicle and
a replacement SmartKey is not available.
The vehicle can be opened by the Mercedes-
Benz Customer Assistance Center. The vehicle can be immediately opened
remotely within four days of the ignition being
turned off. After this time, the remote unlock-
ing may be delayed by 15 to 60 minutes. After
30 days, the vehicle can no longer be opened remotely.
The vehicle remote unlocking feature is avail-
able if the relevant mobile phone network is
available and a data connection is possible.
X Contact the following service hotlines:
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Cen- ter at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes
(1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007
You will be asked for your password.
X Return to your vehicle at the time agreed
upon with the Mercedes-Benz Customer
Assistance Center.
Alternatively, the vehicle can be opened via: R the Internet, under the "Owners Online"
section
R the telephone application (e. g. for iPhone ®
,
Android)
To do this, you will need your identification
number and password.
Vehicle remote closing The vehicle remote-closing feature can be
used when you have forgotten to lock the
vehicle and you are no longer nearby.
The vehicle can then be locked by the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center.
The vehicle can be immediately remotely
locked within four days of the ignition being
turned off. After this time, remote closing may
be delayed by 15 to 60 minutes. After 30 days the vehicle can no longer be locked remotely.
The vehicle remote closing feature is availa-
ble if the relevant mobile phone network is
available and a data connection is possible.
X Contact the following service hotlines:
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Cen-
ter at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes
(1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007
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at a later time by another means, e.g. by e-
mail or phone.
Another function of the Vehicle Health Check is the transfer of service data to the Customer
Assistance Center. If a service is due, the dis- play shows a message to this effect together
with information about any special offers at
your workshop.
This information can also be called up under
"Owners Online" at http://www.mbusa.com.
Information on the data stored in the vehicle
(Y page 28).
Information on Roadside Assistance
(Y page 24).
Downloading routes Downloading routes allows you to transfer
and save predefined routes in the navigation
system.
A route can be prepared and sent by either a customer service representative or under
"Owners Online" at http://www.mbusa.com.
Each route can include up to four way points.Once a route has been received by the navi-
gation system, you will see the The
The name>
name> external
external route
routehas
hasbeen
been saved
saved
to "Previous Destinations". Would
to "Previous Destinations". Would
you you like
like to
tostart
start navigation?
navigation? message
on the COMAND /Audio 20 display.
The route is saved.
X To start route guidance: selectYes
Yes.
An overview of the route is shown in the
display.
If you select No Nothe saved route can be
called up later in the navigation menu.
X Select Start
Start.
Starting route guidance.
Downloaded and saved routes can be called
up again.
You can find further information in the sepa-
rate COMAND/Audio 20 operating instruc-
tions. Speed alert You can define the upper speed limit, which
must not be exceeded by the vehicle.
If this selected speed is exceeded by the vehi-
cle, a message will be sent to the Customer
Assistance Center. The Customer Assistance
Center then forwards this information to you.
You can select the way in which you receive
this information beforehand. Possible options
include text message, e-mail or an automated call.
The data you receive contains the following
information:
R the location where the speed limit was
exceeded
R the time at which the speed limit was
exceeded
R the selected speed limit which was excee-
ded
Geo fencing Geo fencing allows you to select areas which
the vehicle should not enter or leave. You will be informed if the vehicle crosses the boun-
daries of the selected areas. You can select
the way in which you receive this information
beforehand. Possible options include text
message, e-mail or an automated call.
The area can be determined as either a circle
or a polygon with a maximum of ten corners.
You can specify up to ten areas simultane-
ously. Different settings are possible for each area.
These settings can be called up under "Own-
ers Online" at http://www.mbusa.com.
Alternatively, you can trigger an MB Info call
and inform the customer service representa-
tive that you wish to activate geo fencing.
Currently inactive areas can be activated by
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