2015 MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class condit

1, 2, 3 ...
115 V socket ...................................... 350
12 V socket see Sockets
360° camera
Cleaning .........................................3 76
Function/notes ............................ .229
4ETS
see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac-
tion System)
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) ................................................. .249 A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Display message ............................ 285
Function/notes ................................ 68
Important safety notes .................... 68
Warning lamp ................................. 321
Accident
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 60
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 144
Active Blind Spot Assist Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 276
Display message ............................ 308
Function/informatio n.................... 241
Trailer towing ................................. 244
Active Curve System
Display message ............................ 305
Function/note s............................. 212
Active Driving Assistance package .. 241
Active Lane Keeping Assist Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 276
Display message ............................ 307
Function/information .................... 244
Trailer towing ................................. 247
Active light function ......................... 125
Active Parking Assist Display message ............................ 308
Exiting a parking space .................. 223
Function/note s............................. 220
Important safety notes .................. 220 Parking .......................................... 222
Towing a trailer .............................. 224
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 75
Adaptive Brake Assist Display message ............................ 292
Function/note s................................ 71
Adaptive damping system
see ADS (Adaptive Damping System)
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Display message ............................ 300
Function/note s............................. 126
Switching on/of f........................... 126
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 453
ADS (Adaptive Damping System) Function/note s............................. 212
Air bags
Deployment ..................................... 58
Display message ............................ 295
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 51
Important safety notes .................... 50
Introduction ..................................... 50
Knee bag .......................................... 52
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indica-
tor lamp ........................................... 45
Side impact air bag .......................... 52
Window curtain air bag .................... 52
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Air filter (display message) .............. 303
AIR FLOW ........................................... 147
AIRMATIC package ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ... 212
Function/note s............................. 211
Level control .................................. 213
Air vents
Glove box ....................................... 153
Important safety notes .................. 152
Rear ............................................... 153
Setting ........................................... 152
Setting the center air vents ........... 152
Setting the side air vents ............... 153
Alarm
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system )......... 77
Switching off (ATA) .......................... 77
Switching the function on/off
(ATA) ................................................ 77 4
Index

Combination switch
.......................... 123
Combined cargo cover and net ........ 341
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 269
Convenience closing feature .............. 95
Convenience opening feature ............ 95
Coolant (engine) Checking the level ........................ .369
Display message ............................ 300
Filling capacity ............................... 454
Important safety notes .................. 453
Temperature (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 281
Temperature gauge ........................ 266
Warning lamp ................................. 328
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 31
Cornering light function Display message ............................ 297
Function/notes ............................ .125
Crash-responsive emergency light-
ing ....................................................... 129
Cruise control Activating ....................................... 196
Activation conditions ..................... 196
Cruise control lever ....................... 196
Deactivating ................................... 197
Display message ............................ 311
Driving system ............................... 195
Function/notes ............................ .195
Important safety notes .................. 196
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 196
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 346
Important safety notes .................. 345
Rear compartment ......................... 346
Temperature controlled ................. 346
Customer Assistance Center
(CAC) ..................................................... 29
Customer Relations Department ....... 29 D
Dashboard see Instrument cluster
Data
see Technical data
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 299
Function/notes ............................ .120
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 277
Declarations of conformity ................. 28
DEF Adding .......................................... .180
Display message ............................ 303
Filling capacity ............................... 452
Important safety notes .................. 451
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 278
Interior lighting .............................. 279
Diagnostics connection ......................28
Diesel .................................................. 449
Differential lock (display mes-
sage) .................................................. .306
Digital speedometer ......................... 270
DIRECT SELECT lever Automatic transmission ................. 168
Display messages
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 370
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 284
Driving systems ............................ .304
Engine ............................................ 300
General notes ................................ 284
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 284
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 317
Lights ............................................. 297
Safety systems .............................. 285
SmartKey ....................................... 317
Tires ............................................... 312
Vehicle .......................................... .315
Distance recorder
see Odometer
see Trip odometer
Distance warning (warning lamp) .... 3308
Index

Distance warning function
Activating/deactivating ................ .275
Function/notes ................................ 70
Warning lamp ................................. 330
DISTRONIC PLUS
Activating ....................................... 200
Activation conditions ..................... 200
Cruise control lever ....................... 200
Deactivating ................................... 204
Display message ............................ 309
Displays in the multifunction dis-
play ................................................ 205
Driving tips ................................... .205
Function/notes ............................ .198
Important safety notes .................. 199
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 203
Warning lamp ................................. 330
Doors
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 279
Automatic locking (switch) .............. .88
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) ...................................... .80
Control panel .................................. .42
Display message ............................ 316
Emergency locking ........................... 88
Emergency unlocking ....................... 88
Important safety note s.................... 86
Opening (from inside) ...................... 87
Overview .......................................... 86
Power closing feature ...................... 88
Downhill speed regulation
see DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation)
Drinking and driving ......................... 186
Drive program Automatic ...................................... 173
Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 168
Manual ........................................... 173
Manual (AMG vehicles) .................. 174
Manual (vehicles with the
ON&OFFROAD package) ................ 174
Off-road program (vehicles with
the ON&OFFROAD package) .......... 251
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 281
see On-road programs Driver's door
see Doors
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 371
Symmetrical low beam .................. 120
Driving in mountainous terrain
Approach/departure angle ............ 194
Driving lamps
see Daytime running lamps
Driving off-road
see Off-road driving
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 68
ADAPTIVE BRAK E............................. 75
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 71
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 68
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) ............................................... 69
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST .... 70
Distance warning function ............... 70
EBD (electronic brake force distri- bution) ............................................. 75
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 72
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ........................................... 72
Important safety information ........... 67
Overview .......................................... 67
PRE-SAFE ®
Brake ............................. 75
STEER CONTROL ............................. 77
Driving systems
360°camera .................................. 229
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 241
Active Curve System ...................... 212
Active Driving Assistance pack-
age ................................................. 241
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 244
Active Parking Assist ..................... 220
ADS ............................................... 212
AIRMATIC package ........................ 211
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 215
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 233
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 237
Cruise control ................................ 195
Display message ............................ 304
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 198 Index
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Navigation Menu (on-board computer) ............ 271
see separate operating instructions
Night View Assist Plus
Activating/deactivating ................. 235
Cleaning ......................................... 377
Problem (malfunction) ................... 237
Notes on breaking-in a new vehi-
cle ....................................................... 156 O
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) Conditions ....................................... 53
Faults ............................................... 57
Operation ......................................... 53
System self-test ............................... 55
Occupant safety
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 60
Children in the vehicle ..................... 61
Important safety note s.................... 45
Pets in the vehicle ........................... 67
PRE-SAFE ®
(anticipatory occu-
pant protection) ............................... 60
OCS
Conditions ....................................... 53
Faults ............................................... 57
Operation ......................................... 53
System self-test ............................... 55
Odometer ........................................... 269
Off-road driving Approach/departure angle ............ 458
Checklist after driving off-road ...... 193
Checklist before driving off-road .... 192
Fording depth ................................ 457
General information ....................... 192
Important safety notes .................. 191
Maximum gradient climbing abil-
ity .................................................. 458
Traveling uphill ............................... 194
Off-road programs (vehicles with
the ON&OFFROAD package)
Displays in the COMAND display ... 255
Function/note s............................. 251 Off-road program 1 ........................ 252
Off-road program 2 ........................ 252
Off-road system
4MATIC .......................................... 249
DSR ............................................... 250
LOW RANGE off-road gear ............. 253
Off-road 4ETS .................................. 73
Off-road ABS .................................... 68
Off-road ESP ®
.................................. 74
Off-road programs (vehicles with
the ON&OFFROAD package) .......... 251
Oil
see Engine oil
On and Offroad menu (on-board
computer) .......................................... 281
On-board computer AMG menu ..................................... 281
Assistance menu ........................... 275
Audio menu ................................... 272
Convenience submenu .................. 279
Displaying a service message ........ 371
Display messages .......................... 284
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 205
Factory settings submenu ............. 281
Important safety notes .................. 266
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 277
Lighting submenu .......................... 277
Menu overview .............................. 269
Message memory .......................... 284
Navigation menu ............................ 271
On and Offroad menu .................... 281
Operation ....................................... 267
RACETIMER ................................... 282
Service menu ................................. 276
Settings menu ............................... 277
Standard display ............................ 269
Telephone menu ............................ 273
Trip menu ...................................... 269
Vehicle submenu ........................... 279
Video DVD operation ..................... 273
On-road programs
AUTO program ............................... 247
Function/note s............................. 247
Snow program ............................... 248
SPORT program ............................. 248
Trailer progra m.............................. 249 Index
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Radio
Selecting a station ......................... 272
see separate operating instructions
Radio-controlled devices (instal-
ling) ..................................................... 364
Radio-wave reception/transmis-
sion in the vehicle Declaration of conformity ................ 28
Reading lamp ..................................... 127
Rear compartment Setting the air vents ...................... 153
Rear fog lamp
Switching on/off ........................... 122
Rear seats
Adjusting ....................................... 108
Rear view camera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 376
Function/notes ............................ .224
Switching on/off ........................... 225
Rear-view mirror
Anti-glare (manual) ........................ 114
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 115
Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ................... 151
Switching on/off ........................... 150
Rear window wiper
Replacing the wiper blade .............. 134
Switching on/off ........................... 133
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem)
Important safety notes .................. 455
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 35
Important safety notes .................. 177
Refueling process .......................... 178
see Fuel
Remote control
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 361
Replacing bulbs
Important safety notes .................. 129
Overview of bulb type s.................. 129
Removing/replacing the cover
(front wheel arch) .......................... 130
Reporting safety defects .................... 29
Reserve (fuel tank) see Fuel Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 302
Warning lamp ................................. 327
see Fuel
Residual heat (climate control) ........ 151
Restraint system Display message ............................ 293
Introduction ..................................... 44
Warning lamp ................................. 326
Warning lamp (function) ................... 45
Reversing feature
Panorama sliding sunroo f................ 98
Roller sunblind s............................... 99
Side windows ................................... 94
Sliding sunroof ................................. 98
Tailgate ............................................ 90
Reversing lamps (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 299
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 26
Roller sunblind Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ..................................... 99
Rear side window s......................... 347
Roof carrier ........................................ 345
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 379
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 456
Route (navigation) see Route guidance (navigation)
Route guidance (navigation) ............ 271 S
Safety Children in the vehicle ..................... 61
Child restraint systems .................... 62
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 53
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt ......................... 49
Adjusting the height ......................... 48
Cleaning ......................................... 379
Correct usage .................................. 47
Fastening ......................................... 48 Index
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Important safety guidelines .............46
Introduction .....................................46
Releasin g......................................... 49
Switching belt adjustment on/off
(on-board computer) ...................... 280
Warning lamp ................................. 318
Warning lamp (function) ................... 49
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 106
Adjusting the head restraint .......... 106
Cleaning the cover ......................... 378
Correct driver's seat position ........ 104
Folding the rear bench seat for-
wards/back ................................... 337
Important safety notes .................. 105
Overview ........................................ 105
Seat heating problem .................... 110
Seat ventilation problem ................ 111
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 116
Switching seat heating on/of f....... 109
Switching seat ventilation on/of f.. 110
Securing hooks .................................. 340
Selector lever Cleaning ......................................... 378
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 375
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 276
Service products Brake fluid ..................................... 453
Coolant (engine) ............................ 453
DEF special additives ..................... 451
Engine oil ....................................... 452
Fuel ................................................ 448
Important safety notes .................. 447
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ............................................... 455
Washer fluid ................................... 454
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 281
On-board computer ....................... 277
Setting the air distribution ............... 148
Setting the airflow ............................ 148
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 281
Side impact air bag ............................. 52
Side marker lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 299 Side marker lamps (changing
bulbs)
................................................. 131
Side windows Cleaning ......................................... 375
Convenience closing feature ............ 95
Convenience opening feature .......... 95
Important safety information ........... 93
Opening/closing .............................. 94
Overview .......................................... 93
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 97
Resetting ......................................... 96
Sliding sunroof
Important safety notes .................... 97
Opening/closing .............................. 98
Problem (malfunction) ................... 101
Resetting ......................................... 98
see Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 83
Changing the programming ............. 81
Checking the battery ....................... 83
Convenience closing feature ............ 95
Convenience opening feature .......... 95
Display message ............................ 317
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 80
Important safety notes .................... 80
Loss ................................................. 85
Mechanical key ................................ 82
Overview .......................................... 80
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 157
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 85
Starting the engine ........................ 160
Snow chains
Information .................................... 403
Snow drive program ....................... 248
Sockets
Center console .............................. 349
General notes ................................ 349
Luggage compartment ................... 350
Rear compartment ......................... 350
Specialist workshop ............................ 29
Special seat belt retractor .................. 61
Speed, controlling see Cruise control
Speedometer
Digital ............................................ 270 18
Index

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 00C3of 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.
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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 446). 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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