2016 MERCEDES-BENZ B-Class ELECTRIC Air bag on

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ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)Display message ............................ 201
Function/notes ................................ 63
Important safety notes .................... 63
Warning lamp ................................ .232
Accident
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 56
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 118
Active Parking Assist
Detecting parking spaces .............. 169
Display message ............................ 221
Exiting a parking space .................. 171
Function/notes ............................ .168
Important safety notes .................. 168
Parking .......................................... 170
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 68
Adaptive Brake Assist
Function/notes ................................ 65
Additional speedometer ................... 197
Air bags
Deployment ..................................... 54
Display message ............................ 213
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 47
Important safety notes .................... 46
Introduction ..................................... 46
Knee bag .......................................... 48
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 49
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator
lamps ............................................... 41
Side impact air bag .......................... 48
Window curtain air bag .................... 49
Air vents
Important safety notes .................. 126
Rear ............................................... 127
Setting the center air vents ........... 126
Setting the side air vents .............. .126 Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Alarm
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 69
Switching off (ATA) .......................... 69
Switching the function on/off
(ATA) ................................................ 69
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Antenna ................................................ 25
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-Theft Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ashtray ............................................... 253
Assistance display (on-board com-
puter) ................................................. .193
Assistance menu (on-board com-
puter) ................................................. .193
ASSYST PLUS
Displaying a service message ....... .273
Driving abroad ............................... 273
Hiding a service message .............. 273
Information about Service ............. 273
Resetting the service interval dis-
play ................................................ 273
Service message ............................ 272
Special service requirements ......... 273
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 69
Function ........................................... 69
Switching off the alarm .................... 69
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating ................. 194
Display message ............................ 220
Function/notes ............................. 176
Audio menu (on-board computer) .... 191
Audio system
see separate operating instructions
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 217
see Lights
Automatic car wash (care) ............... 274
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MOExtended tires.............................. 283
Mounting wheels
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 326
Mounting a new wheel ................... 326
Preparing the vehicle .................... .323
Raising the vehicle ......................... 324
Removing a wheel .......................... 326
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 324
MP3
Operation ....................................... 191
Multifunction display
Function/notes ............................ .186
Permanent display ......................... 197
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board computer .. 184
Overview .......................................... 33
N
NavigationMenu (on-board computer) ............ 189
Notes on breaking-in a new vehi-
cle ....................................................... 130
O
Occupant Classification System
(OCS)
Conditions ....................................... 49
Faults ............................................... 53
Operation ......................................... 50
System self-test ............................... 52
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
Seat belt .......................................... 42
OCS
Conditions ....................................... 49 Faults ............................................... 53
Operation ......................................... 50
System self-test ..............................
.52
Odometer .......................................... .187
On-board computer
Assistance graphic menu .............. .193
Assistance menu ........................... 193
Audio menu ................................... 191
Display messages .......................... 200
Displaying a service message ....... .273
E‑CELL menu ................................. 195
Factory settings ............................ .198
Important safety notes .................. 182
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 197
Lighting submenu .......................... 198
Menu overview .............................. 186
Message memory .......................... 200
Navigation menu ............................ 189
Operation ................................... .... 184
Service menu ................................. 194 Settings menu ............................... 195
Standard display ............................ 187
Telephone menu ............................ 192
Trip menu ...................................... 187
Vehicle submenu ........................... 198
Video DVD operation ..................... 191
Online access .................................... 152
Operating safety
Declaration of conformity ................ 25
Important safety notes .................... 23
Operating system
see On-board computer
Operator's Manual
Vehicle equipment ........................... 21
Outside temperature display ........... 183
Overhead control panel ...................... 38
Override feature
Rear side windows ........................... 62
P
Paint code number ............................ 334
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 275
Panic alarm .......................................... 40
Parking
Important safety notes .................. 153
Parking brake ................................ 155
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Position of exterior mirror, front-
passenger side ................................. 96
Rear view camera .......................... 172
see Active Parking Assist
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
Active Parking Assist ..................... 168
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking assistance
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake
Display message ............................2 05
Electric parking brake .................... 155
Warning lamp ................................. 238
Parking lamps
Switching on/off ........................... 101
Parking lamps (changing bulbs) ...... 107
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 167
Driving system ............................... 165
Function/notes ............................ .165
Important safety notes .................. 165
Problem (malfunction) ................... 168
Range of the sensors ..................... 165
Warning display ............................. 166
PASSENGER AIR BAG
Display message ............................ 213
Indicator lamps ................................ 41
Problem (malfunction) ................... 213
Pets in the vehicle ............................... 62
Plastic trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 278
Power display .................................... 183
Power washers .................................. 275
Power windows
see Side windows
Program selector button .................. 137
Protection against theft
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 69
Immobilizer ...................................... 69
Protection of the environment
General notes .................................. 20
Pulling away
Hill start assist ............................... 134Q
QR codeMercedes-Benz Guide App ................. 1
Rescue card ..................................... 27
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 26
R
Radio
Selecting a station ......................... 191
see separate operating instructions
Radio-wave reception/transmis-
sion in the vehicle
Declaration of conformity ................ 25
Range
RANGE PLUS ................................. 144
RANGE PLUS
charge ........................................... 195
Range ............................................ 144
Reading lamp ..................................... 103
READY indicator ................................ 182
Rear compartment
Setting the air vents ...................... 127
Rear fog lamp
Changing bulbs .............................. 107
Display message ............................ 216
Switching on/off ........................... 101
Rear lamps
see Lights
Rear seats
Folding the backrest forwards/
back ............................................... 246
Rear view camera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 278
Displays in the Audio display ......... 173
Displays in the COMAND display ... 173
Function/notes ............................. 172
Switching on/off ........................... 173
Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ................... 123
Switching on/off ........................... 122
Rear window wiper
Replacing the wiper blade .............. 112
Switching on/off ........................... 110
Rear-view mirror
Anti-glare (manual) .......................... 95
Dipping (automatic) ......................... 96
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Recharging statistics (COMAND)see Electrical energy generated
Recuperative Brake System
Driving safety systems ..................... 68
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem)
Important safety notes .................. 337
Remote control
Garage door opener ....................... 263
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 264
Replacing bulbs
Important safety notes .................. 104
Overview of bulb types .................. 105
Removing/replacing the cover
(front wheel arch) .......................... 106
Reporting safety defects .................... 26
Rescue card ......................................... 27
Reserve
High-voltage battery ...................... 238
Restraint system
Display message ............................ 210
Introduction ..................................... 40
Warning lamp ................................. 238
Warning lamp (function) ................... 41
Reverse gear
Engaging ........................................ 135
Reversing feature
Side windows ................................... 83
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 22
Roof carrier ........................................ 251
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 280
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 338
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 56
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
Seat belts
Adjusting the height ......................... 44
center rear-compartment seat ......... 45
Cleaning ......................................... 279
Correct usage .................................. 44
Fastening ......................................... 44
Important safety guidelines ............. 42 Introduction ..................................... 42
Releasing ......................................... 45
Warning lamp ................................. 229
Warning lamp (function) ................... 45
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 91
Adjusting (manually) ........................ 90
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port .................................................. 92
Adjusting the head restraint ............ 91
Cleaning the cover ......................... 279
Correct driver's seat position ........... 88
Folding the backrest (rear com-
partment) forwards/back .............. 246
Important safety notes .................... 89
Seat heating problem ...................... 94
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ................................................. 98
Switching seat heating on/off ......... 92
Securing a load
see Securing cargo
Securing cargo .................................. 247
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 278
see DIRECT SELECT lever
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 277
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 194
Service message
see ASSYST PLUS
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 335
Coolant (engine) ............................ 336
Important safety notes .................. 335
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ............................................... 337
Washer fluid ................................... 336
Setting the air distribution ............... 120
Setting the airflow ............................ 121
Setting the maximum charge cur-
rent (Control system) ........................ 196
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 198
On-board computer ....................... 195
Side impact air bag ............................. 48
Si de marker lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 216
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Securing from rolling away ............ 324
Starting .......................................... 132
Transporting .................................. 297
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 80
Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 72
Vehicle data ................................... 338
Vehicle data
Roof load (maximum) ..................... 338
Trunk load (maximum) ................... 338
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 338
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 81
Vehicle Homepage
Data protection .............................. 152
Functions ....................................... 153
General information ....................... 152
Internet connection ....................... 153
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 334
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 282
Ventilation
Setting the vents ........................... 126
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 191
VIN
Seat ............................................... 334
Type plate ...................................... 334
W
Warning and indicator lampsABS ................................................ 232
Brakes ........................................... 231
Distance warning ........................... 239
ESP
®.............................................. 235
ESP®OFF ....................................... 236
Overview .......................................... 32
PASSENGER AIR BAG ...................... 41
RBS (Recuperative Brake Sys-
tem) ............................................... 231
Restraint system ............................ 238
Seat belt ........................................ 229
Tire pressure monitor .................... 240
Warranty .............................................. 21
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 227
Wheel and tire combinations
Tires ............................................... 329 Wheel bolt tightening torque
........... 326
Wheel chock ...................................... 324
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 323
Checking ........................................ 303
Cleaning ......................................... 276
General notes ................................ 327
Important safety notes .................. 302
Information on driving .................... 302
Interchanging/changing ................ 323
Mounting a new wheel ................... 326
Removing a wheel .......................... 326
Storing ........................................... 323
Tightening torque ........................... 326
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 327
Window curtain air bag
Display message ............................ 211
Operation ......................................... 49
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 121
Windshield washer system
Adding washer fluid ....................... 272
Important safety notes .................. 336
Windshield wipers
Display message ............................ 227
Problem (malfunction) ................... 114
Rear window wiper ........................ 110
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 110
Switching on/off ........................... 109
Winter driving
Slippery road surfaces ................... 161
Snow chains .................................. 305
Winter operation
General notes ................................ 304
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 304
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 277
Important safety notes .................. 110
Replacing (rear window) ................ 112
Replacing (windshield) ................... 111
Woode n trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 278
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
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Protection of the environment
General notes
HEnvironmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of compre-
hensive environmental protection.
Our objectives are to use the natural resour-
ces which form the basis of our existence on
this planet sparingly and in a manner which
takes the requirements of both nature and
humanity into consideration.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an environmen-
tally-responsible manner.
Energy consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear depend on
the following factors:
Roperating conditions of your vehicle
Ryour personal driving style
You can influence both factors. Therefore,
please bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
Robserve the correct tire pressure.
Ravoid carrying unnecessary weight.
Rremove the roof rack once you no longer
need it.
Ra regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
Rall maintenance work should be carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
Rdrive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
Ravoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking.
Rmonitor the vehicle's energy consumption.
HEnvironmental note
Have a defective high-voltage battery dis-
posed of in an environmentally-responsible
manner. Contact a qualified specialist work-
shop which has the necessary specialist
knowledge and tools to carry out the work
required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that
you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for this purpose.
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
HEnvironmental 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 in
the following areas of your vehicle:
Rdoors
Rdoor pillars
Rdoor sills
Rseats
Rcockpit
Rinstrument cluster
Rcenter 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.
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Limited Warranty
!
Follow the instructions in this manual
about the proper operation of your vehicle
as well as about possible vehicle damage.
Damage to your vehicle that arises from
culpable contraventions against these
instructions is not covered either by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the New or Used-Vehicle Warranty.
QR codes for the rescue card
The QR codes are secured in the fuel filler flap
and on the opposite side on the B-pillar. In the event of an accident, rescue services can use
the QR code to quickly find the appropriate
rescue card for your vehicle. The current res-
cue card contains the most important infor-
mation about your vehicle in a compact form,
e.g. the routing of the electric cables.
You can find more information under http://
portal.aftersales.i.daimler.com/public/
content/asportal/en/communication/
informationen_fuer/QRCode.html.
Data stored in the vehicle
Data recording
This vehicle is capable of recording diagnostic
information relating to vehicle operation, mal-
functions, and user settings. This may include information about the performance or status
of various systems, including but not limited
to, engine, throttle, steering or brake sys-
tems, that is stored and can be read out with
suitable devices, particularly when the vehi-
cle is serviced. The data obtained is used to
properly diagnose and service your vehicle or
to further optimize and develop vehicle func-
tions.
COMAND/mbrace
If the vehicle is equipped with COMAND or
mbrace, additional data about the vehicle’s
operation, the use of the vehicle in certain
situations, and the location of the vehicle may
be compiled through COMAND or the mbracesystem.
For additional information please refer to the
COMAND User Manual and/or the mbrace
Terms and Conditions.
Event data recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an event data
recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR
is to record data that will assist in under-
standing how a vehicle’s systems performed
in certain crash or near crash-like situations,
such as during air bag deployment or when
hitting a road obstacle. The EDR is designed
to record data related to vehicle dynamics
and safety systems for a short period of time,
typically 30 seconds or less.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record
such data as:
Rhow various systems in your vehicle are
operating
Rwhether or not the driver and passenger
seat belts are fastened
Rhow far (if at all) the driver is depressing the
accelerator and/or brake pedal and
Rhow fast the vehicle is traveling
This data can help provide a better under-
standing of the circumstances in which
crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data is
recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial
crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and
no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age,
and crash location) are recorded. However,
other parties, such as law enforcement, can
combine the EDR data with the type of per-
sonal identification data routinely acquired
during a crash investigation.
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Center console
Center console, upper section
FunctionPage
:Audio 20/COMAND (see
separate operating instruc-
tions)
;cSeat heating92
=cPARKTRONIC165
?Activates RANGE PLUS144
FunctionPage
A£Hazard warning
lamps
102
BPASSENGER AIR BAG indi-
cator lamp
41
CSelects the drive program137
Center console35
At a glance