Mechanical keyFunction/notes ................................ 61
General notes .................................. 61
Removing .........................................6 1
Memory card (audio) ......................... 176
Memory function ................................. 82
Message memory (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 184
Messages
see Display messages
Mirrors
Sun visor ........................................ 221
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 177
Mounting wheels
Mounting a new wheel ................... 284
Raising the vehicle ......................... 282
Removing a wheel .......................... 283
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 282
MP3
Operation ....................................... 176
see separate operating instructions
Multifunction display
Function/notes ............................. 173
Permanent display ......................... 179
Multifunction steering wheel
Back button ................................... 172
Operating the on-board compute r..1 72
Overview .......................................... 29
N
Navigation
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 174
see separate operating instructions
NECK-PRO head restraints
Operation ......................................... 45
Resetting triggered .......................... 45
NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
Important safety notes .................... 45
Operation ......................................... 45
Resetting when triggered ................. 46
Notes on breaking-in a new vehi-
cle ....................................................... 111
O
Occupant safety
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 46
BabySmart™ air bag deactivation
system ............................................. 50
Children in the vehicle ..................... 46
Important safety notes .................... 35
Introduction to the restraint sys-
tem ............................................ 34, 47
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator
lamps ............................................... 35
Pets in the vehicle ........................... 55
Restraint system warning lamp ........3 5
Off-road
Differential locks ........................... .164
Off-road ABS ....................................5 6
Off-road driving
Checklist ....................................... .138
Driving on sand .............................. 139
Important safety notes .................. 137
Traveling uphill ............................... 140
Off-road fording ................................. 135
Off-road system
Permanent all-wheel drive ............. 157
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
AMG menu ..................................... 182
Assistance menu ........................... 178
Audio menu ................................... 176
Convenience submenu .................. 181
Display messages .......................... 184
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 151
Factory settings submenu ............. 181
Important safety notes .................. 170
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 179
Lighting submenu .......................... 179
Menu overview .............................. 173
Message memory .......................... 184
Navigation menu ............................ 174
Operation ....................................... 172
RACETIMER ................................... 182
Service menu ................................. 178
Settings menu ............................... 178
Standard display ............................ 173
Telephone menu ............................ 177
Index11
HEnvironmental note
Batteries contain dangerous
substances. It is against the
law to dispose of them with
the household rubbish. They
must be collected separatelyand recycled to protect the
environment.
Dispose of batteries in an
environmentally friendly
manner. Take discharged
batteries to a qualified spe-
cialist workshop or a special
collection point for used bat-
teries.
In order for the battery to achieve the maximum
possible service life, it must always be suffi-
ciently charged.
Comply with safety precautions and take pro-
tective measures when handling batteries.
Risk of explosion.
Fire, open flames and smoking are
prohibited when handling the bat-
tery. Avoid creating sparks.
Battery acid is caustic.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing.
Wear eye protection.
Keep children away.
Observe this Operator's Manual.
The vehicle battery, like other batteries, can dis-
charge over time if you do not use the vehicle. In
this case, have the battery disconnected at a
qualified specialist workshop. You can also
charge the battery with a charger recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a qualified special-
ist workshop for further information.
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends that you only use batteries which have
been tested and approved for your vehicle by
Mercedes-Benz. These batteries provide
increased impact protection to prevent vehicle
occupants from suffering acid burns should the
battery be damaged in the event of an accident.
Have the battery condition of charge checked
more frequently if you use the vehicle mainly for
short trips or if you leave it standing idle for a
lengthy period. Consult a qualified specialist
workshop if you wish to leave your vehicle
parked for a long period of time.
iRemove the SmartKey if you park the vehi-
cle and do not require any electrical consum-
ers. The vehicle will then use very little energy,
thus conserving battery power.
iIf the power supply has been interrupted,
e.g. due to a discharged battery, you will have
to:
Rset the clock. Information on setting the
clock can be found in the separate operat-
ing instructions.
On vehicles with COMAND and a navigation
system, the clock is set automatically.
Rreset the head restraints on the front seats
(Ypage 75)
Rreset the function for folding the exterior
mirrors in/out automatically, by folding the
mirrors out once (
Ypage 81).
Charging the battery
GWARNING
During charging and jump-starting, explosive
gases can escape from the battery. There is a risk of an explosion.
Particularly avoid fire, open flames, creating
sparks and smoking. Ensure there is sufficient
ventilation while charging and jump-starting.
Do not lean over a battery.
GWARNING
Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do
not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over
252Battery (vehicle)
Breakdown assistance