Power washer ................................ 235
Rear view camera .......................... 238
Roof lining ...................................... 240
Seat belt ........................................2 39
Seat cover ..................................... 239
Sensors ......................................... 237
Steering wheel ............................... 239
Trim pieces ................................... .239
Washing by hand ........................... 235
Wheels .......................................... .236
Windows ........................................ 236
Wiper blades .................................. 237
Wooden trim .................................. 239
Cargo compartment cover
Important safety notes .................. 212
Installing/removing ....................... 213
Notes/how to use ......................... 212
Cargo compartment enlargement ... 211
Cargo compartment floor
Height adjustment ......................... 215
Important safety notes .................. 214
Opening/closing ............................ 214
Stowage well (under) ..................... 214
Cargo net
Attaching ....................................... 213
Important safety information ......... 213
Cargo tie down rings ......................... 212
CD
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ................................................. .201
CD player (on-board computer) ........160
Center console
Lower section .................................. 35
Upper section .................................. 34
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 166
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ....... .66
Change of address .............................. 24
Change of ownership .......................... 24
Changing the bulb
Cornering light function .................. .93
Charge level display .......................... 153
Charging
with RANGE PLUS .......................... 164
see Charging the high-voltage battery Charging cable
Connecting .................................... 124
Controls ........................................ .123
Important safety notes .................. 122
Removing ....................................... 125
Storing .......................................... .122
Warming up ................................... 118
Charging the high-voltage battery
(important safety notes) ................... 117
Child
Restraint system .............................. 54
Child seat
Forward-facing restraint system ...... 57
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ............................................ 55
On the front-passenger sea t............ 56
Rearward-facing restraint system .... 56
Top Tether ....................................... 55
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes .................... 57
Rear doors ....................................... 58
Children
Special seat belt retractor ............... 53
Cigarette lighter ................................ 218
Cleaning
Mirror turn signal ........................... 237
Climate control
Automatic climate control (dual-
zone) ................................................ 99
Auxiliary climate control (on-
board computer) ............................ 164
Controlling automaticall y............... 101
Convenience opening/closing
(air-recirculation mode) ................. 104
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 100
Defrosting the window s................. 103
Defrosting the windshield .............. 102
General notes .................................. 99
Immediate pre-entry climate con-
trol ................................................. 105
Indicator lamp ................................ 101
Information about using auto-
matic climate control ..................... 100
Maximum cooling .......................... 103
Overview of systems ........................ 99
Pre-entry climate control at
departure time ............................... 105 6
Index
Locking and unlocking
You can start, lock or unlock the vehicle using
KEYLESS-GO. To do this, you only need carry the
SmartKey with you. You can combine the func-
tions of KEYLESS-GO with those of a conven-
tional SmartKey. Unlock the vehicle by using
KEYLESS-GO, for instance, and lock it using the 0037 button on the SmartKey.
The driver's door and the door at which the han-
dle is used, must both be closed. The SmartKey
must be outside the vehicle. When locking or
unlocking with KEYLESS-GO, the distance
between the SmartKey and the corresponding
door handle must not be greater than 3 ft (1 m).
A check which periodically establishes a radio
connection between the vehicle and the Smart-
Key determines whether a valid SmartKey is in
the vehicle. This occurs, for example:
R when starting the drive system
R while driving
R when the external door handles are touched
R during convenience closing X
To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner sur-
face of the door handle.
X To lock the vehicle: touch sensor surface 0043
or 0044.
Make sure that you do not touch the inner
surface of the door handle.
X Convenience closing feature: touch
recessed sensor surface 0044for an extended
period.
Further information on the convenience clos-
ing feature (Y page 77). X
To unlock the tailgate: pull tailgate han-
dle 0043.
Deactivating and activating If you do not intend to use the vehicle for a lon-
ger period of time, you can deactivate KEYLESS-
GO. The SmartKey will then use very little power, thereby conserving battery power. For the pur-
poses of activation/deactivation, the vehicle
must not be nearby.
X To deactivate: press the0037button on the
SmartKey twice in rapid succession.
The battery check lamp of the SmartKey
flashes twice briefly and lights up once, then
KEYLESS-GO is deactivated (Y page 69).
X To activate: press any button on the Smart-
Key.
or X Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
KEYLESS-GO and all of its associated features
are available again. Changing the settings of the locking
system
You can change the settings of the locking sys-
tem. This means that only the driver's door and
the charge socket flap are unlocked when the
vehicle is unlocked. This is useful if you fre-
quently travel on your own.
X To change the setting: press and hold the
0036 and0037 buttons simultaneously for SmartKey
67Opening and closing Z
approximately six seconds until the battery
check lamp flashes twice (Y page 69).
If the setting of the locking system is changed
within the signal range of the vehicle, pressing
the 0037 or0036 button:
R locks or
R unlocks the vehicle
The SmartKey now functions as follows:
X To unlock: press the0036button once.
X To unlock centrally: press the0036button
twice.
X To lock centrally: press the0037button.
The KEYLESS-GO function is changed as fol-
lows: X To unlock the driver's door: touch the inner
surface of the door handle on the driver's
door.
X To unlock centrally: touch the inner surface
of the door handle on the front-passenger
door or the rear door.
X To lock centrally: touch the outer sensor
surface on one of the door handles.
X To restore the factory settings: press and
hold the 0036and0037 buttons simultane-
ously for approximately six seconds until the
battery check lamp flashes twice
(Y page 69). Mechanical key
General notes If the vehicle can no longer be locked or
unlocked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO,
use the mechanical key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and
open the driver's door or the trunk lid, the anti-
theft alarm system will be triggered (Y page 65).
There are several ways to turn off the alarm:
X To deactivate the alarm with the key: press
the 0036 or0037 button on the key.
or X Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
or X To deactivate the alarm with KEYLESS-GO:
press the Start/Stop button in the ignition
lock. The SmartKey must be in the vehicle. or
X Lock or unlock the vehicle using KEYLESS-
GO. The SmartKey must be outside the vehi-
cle.
If you unlock the vehicle using the mechanical
key, the charge socket flap will not be unlocked automatically.
X To unlock the charge socket flap: insert the
SmartKey into the ignition lock.
Removing the mechanical key X
Push release catch 0043in the direction of the
arrow and at the same time remove mechan- ical key 0044from the SmartKey.
For further information about:
R Unlocking the driver's door (Y page 73)
R Unlocking the cargo compartment
(Y page 75)
R Locking the vehicle (Y page 73)
Inserting the mechanical key X
Push mechanical key 0044completely into the
SmartKey until it engages and release
catch 0043is back in its basic position. SmartKey battery
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Batteries contain toxic and corrosive substan- ces. If batteries are swallowed, it can result in
severe health problems. There is a risk of fatal injury. 68
SmartKeyOpening and closing
Keep batteries out of the reach of children. If
a battery is swallowed, seek medical attention
immediately.
The SmartKey batteries contain perchlorate
material, which may require special handling
and regard for the environment. National guide- lines must be observed during disposal. In Cal-
ifornia, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/
HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm .
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the
battery replaced at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
Checking the battery X
Press the 0037or0036 button.
The battery is working properly if battery
check lamp 0043lights up briefly.
The battery is discharged if battery check
lamp 0043does not light up briefly.
X Change the battery (Y page 69).
i If the SmartKey battery is checked within
the signal reception range of the vehicle,
pressing the 0037or0036 button:
R locks or
R unlocks the vehicle
i You can get a battery at any qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
Replacing the battery You require a CR 2025 3 V cell battery. X
Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey
(Y page 68). X
Press mechanical key 0044into the opening in
the SmartKey in the direction of the arrow
until battery tray cover 0043opens. When doing
so, do not hold cover 0043shut.
X Remove battery tray cover 0043. X
Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your
palm until battery 0087falls out.
X Insert the new battery with the positive ter-
minal facing upwards. Use a lint-free cloth to
do so.
X Make sure that the surface of the battery is
free of lint, grease and other contaminants.
X Insert the front tabs of battery tray cover 0043
and then press to close it.
X Insert mechanical key into the SmartKey
(Y page 68).
X Check the function of all SmartKey buttons on
the vehicle. SmartKey
69Opening and closing Z
Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
0050
0050Solutions KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning.
X Lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the
SmartKey.
X Have the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist
workshop.
If the vehicle can also not be locked/unlocked using the remote con-
trol function:
X Unlock (Y page 73) or lock (Y page 73) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
X Have the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist
workshop. The drive system cannot
be started using the
SmartKey. The on-board voltage is too low.
X Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior
lighting, and try to start the drive system again.
If this does not work:
X Check the 12 V battery and charge it if necessary (Y page 248).
or
X Check the high-voltage battery and charge it if necessary
(Y page 118).
or
X Jump-start the vehicle (Y page 249).
or
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. The drive system cannot
be started using the
Start/Stop button. The
SmartKey is in the vehi-
cle. The vehicle is locked.
X Unlock the vehicle and try to start the vehicle again. The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
X Check the SmartKey battery (Y page 69) and replace it if necessary
(Y page 69).
If this does not work: X Start your vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock. There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
X Start your vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock. You have lost a Smart-
Key. X
Have the SmartKey deactivated at a qualified specialist workshop.
X Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
X If necessary, have the locks changed as well. You have lost the
mechanical key. X
Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
X If necessary, have the locks changed as well. SmartKey
71Opening and closing Z
Control panel in the grab handle in the
rear compartment 0043
To switch the reading lamp on/off Interior lighting control
General notes In order to prevent the vehicle's battery from
discharging, the interior lighting functions are
automatically deactivated after some time
except when the SmartKey is in position 2in the
ignition lock.
The color and brightness for the ambient lighting
may be set via the multimedia system; see the
separate operating instructions.
Automatic interior lighting control X
To switch on: set the switch to center posi-
tion 0084.
X To switch off: set the switch to the 0033
position.
The interior lighting automatically switches on if you:
R unlock the vehicle
R open a door
R remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock
The interior light is activated for a short while
when the SmartKey is removed from the ignition
lock. This delayed switch-off can be adjusted via
the multimedia system; see the separate oper-
ating instructions. Replacing bulbs
Important safety notes
Xenon bulbs: G
DANGER
Xenon bulbs carry a high voltage. You can get an electric shock if you remove the cover of
the Xenon bulb and touch the electrical con-
tacts. There is a risk of fatal injury.
Never touch the parts or the electrical con-
tacts of the Xenon bulb. Always have work on
the Xenon bulbs carried out at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
If your vehicle is equipped with Xenon bulbs, you
can recognize this by the following: the cone of light from the Xenon bulbs moves from the top
to the bottom and back again when you start the
drive system. For this to be observed, the lights must be switched on before the drive system is
started.
Headlamps and lights are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
that these function correctly at all times. Have
the headlamp setting checked regularly.
Other bulbs: G
WARNING
Bulbs, lamps and connectors can get very hot when operating. If you change a bulb, you
could burn yourself on these components.
There is a risk of injury.
Allow these components to cool down before changing a bulb.
Do not use a bulb if it has been dropped or if its glass tube has been scratched.
The bulb may explode if
R you touch it
R it is hot
R you drop it
R you scratch it
Use bulbs only in closed lamps that have been
designed for this purpose. Only install spare
bulbs of the same type and the specified volt-
age.
Marks on the glass tube reduce the service life
of the bulbs. Do not touch the glass tube with
your bare hands. If necessary, clean the glass 90
Replacing bulbsLights and windshield wipers
SmartKey
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and
0050
0050Solutions 00AF
Key Key
Does
Does Not
NotBelong
Belong
to Vehicle
to Vehicle You have put the wrong SmartKey in the ignition lock.
X Use the correct SmartKey. 00AF
Take Your Key from Take Your Key from
Ignition Ignition The SmartKey is in the ignition lock.
A warning tone sounds
X
Remove the SmartKey. 00AF
Obtain a New Key Obtain a New Key The SmartKey needs to be replaced.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. 00AF
Replace Key Battery Replace Key Battery The SmartKey battery is discharged.
X Change the battery (Y page 69).00AF
Don't Forget Your Don't Forget Your
Key Key The display message is shown for a maximum of 60 seconds and is
only a reminder.
You open the driver's door with the drive system switched off. The
SmartKey is not in the ignition lock. A warning tone sounds.
X Take the SmartKey with you when you leave the vehicle. 00AF
Key Not Detected Key Not Detected
(red display message) The SmartKey is not in the vehicle.
A warning tone also sounds.
If the drive system is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle
centrally or start the drive system.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 128).
X Locate the SmartKey. There is interference from a strong source of radio waves, and as a
result the SmartKey is not detected while the drive system is running.
A warning tone also sounds.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 128).
X Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock and drive in SmartKey
mode. Display messages
189On-board computer and displays Z
Installing/removing the towing eye
Installing the towing eye The brackets for the screw-in towing eye are
located in the bumpers. They are at the rear and
at the front, under covers 0043.
X Remove the towing eye from the stowage
space.
The towing eye is located in the stowage well
under the cargo compartment floor.
Vehicles with the TIREFIT kit: the towing eye is
beneath the tire inflation compressor.
X Press the mark on cover 0043inwards in the
direction of the arrow.
X Take cover 0043off the opening.
X Screw in the towing eye clockwise to the stop.
Removing the towing eye X
Unscrew and remove the towing eye.
X Place the towing eye in the stowage well
beneath the cargo compartment floor in the
cargo compartment (Y page 241).
X Vehicles with the TIREFIT kit: put back the tire
inflation compressor. Towing a vehicle with both axles on
the ground
It is important that you observe the safety
instructions when towing away your vehicle
(Y page 251). X
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: use the Smart-
Key instead of the Start/Stop button
(Y page 110).
The transmission automatically shifts to posi-
tion Pwhen you open the driver's or front-
passenger door or when you remove the Smart-
Key from the ignition lock. In order to ensure
that the transmission stays in position Nwhen
towing the vehicle, you must observe the fol-
lowing points:
X Make sure that the vehicle is stationary.
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the ignition
lock.
X Depress and hold the brake pedal.
X Shift the transmission to position N.
X Release the brake pedal.
X Release the electric parking brake.
X Switch on the hazard warning lamps
(Y page 89).
X Leave the SmartKey in position 2in the igni-
tion lock.
If the 12 V battery indicator lamp lights up, you must observe the following points:
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon
as possible, paying attention to road and traf-
fic conditions.
X Shift the transmission to position P.
X Apply the electric parking brake.
i In order to signal a change of direction when
towing the vehicle with the hazard warning
lamps switched on, use the combination
switch as usual. In this case, only the indicator lamps for the direction of travel flash. After
resetting the combination switch, the hazard
warning lamp starts flashing again. Towing the vehicle with the front axle
raised
Observe the important safety notes when tow-
ing your vehicle with the front axle raised
(Y page 251).
! The ignition must be switched off if the vehi-
cle is being towed with the front axle raised.
Otherwise, ESP ®
may intervene and damage
the brake system. Towing
253Breakdown assistance Z