
Switching the character entry between
touchpad and controller
Prerequisite: an input line for text, numbers or
characters has been selected.
XTo switch to the controller:press the con-
troller.
Character entry using the controller is active.
XTo switch to the touchpad: press the touch-
pad with your finger.
Handwriting recognition on the touchpad is
active.
Favorites
Calling up and exiting favorites
XTo call up: press thegbutton on the con-
troller or on the touchpad.
XSelect a favorite, e.g. Vehicle.
The favorites are displayed.
XTo exit: press the gbutton again.
Adding favorites
Adding a predefined favorite
:Adds a new favorite
;Renames a selected favorite
=Moves a selected favorite
?Deletes a selected favorite
XPress the gbutton.
XSlide6the controller.
The menu bar is shown.
XSelect Reassign.
The categories are displayed.
XSelect a category.
The favorites are displayed.
XSelect a favorite.
XAdd a favorite at the desired position.
If a favorite has already been added at this
position, it will be overwritten.
Adding your own favorite
XSelect VehicleQClimate Control.
XPress and hold the gbutton until the
favorites are displayed.
XAdd a favorite at the desired position.
If a favorite has already been added at this
position, it will be overwritten.
Climate control settings
General notes
You have the following options for adjusting cli-
mate control settings:
Rusing the climate control bar
Rusing the climate control menu
You can set the most important climate control
functions such as temperature, airflow and air
distribution using the climate control bar. The
climate control bar is visible in most displays.
You can find all the climate control functions in
the climate control menu. You can use the cli-
mate control bar to switch to the climate control
menu.
Overview
You can set the most important climate control
functions directly in the climate control bar and
change them in the climate control menu.
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:Adjusts temperature, airflow and air distri-
bution, left, as well as displaying the current
setting
;Calls up the climate control menu, displays
the current cooling and climate mode set-
ting
=Adjusts air distribution, airflow and temper-
ature on the right and displays the current
settings
There may be fewer settings or none depending
on your vehicle's equipment.
Calling up the climate control bar
Multimedia system:
XSelect Vehicle.
The vehicle menu is displayed.
XSlide 6the controller repeatedly until the
climate control bar is activated.
Calling up the climate control menu
Multimedia system:
XSelect Vehicle.
The vehicle menu is displayed.
XSlide 6the controller repeatedly until the
climate control bar is activated.
XTo select from climate control bar ;: turn
and press the controller.
The menu for selecting climate control func-
tions is activated.
XTo select a climate function: turn and press
the controller.
The selected climate control function
appears.
Settings in the climate menu
Adjusting the climate mode settings
The climate mode determines the type of air-
flow. When the air-conditioning system is set to
Ã, the setting is active (
Ypage 136).
XCall up the climate control menu
(Ypage 274).
XTo selectClimate Mode: turn and press the
controller.
XTo change sides: slide the controller left
8 or right 9
XTo change the setting: turn the controller.
XTo exit the menu:press the%button.
The climate mode bar displays the current air-
flow setting: DIFFUSE
,MEDIUMor FOCUS.
Starting/stopping the perfume atomizer
The perfume atomizer makes it possible to scent
the air in individual compartments in the vehicle
interior. Further information (
Ypage 141).
XCall up the climate control menu
(Ypage 274).
XTo selectAirFreshener: turn and press the
controller.
The setting element is active.
XTo start/stop the perfume atomizer: press
the controller.
XTo set the intensity: turn the controller when
the atomizer is switched on.
XTo exit the menu: press the%button.
Switching the ionization on/off
The ionization has a cleansing effect on the air in
the vehicle interior. Further information
(
Ypage 142).
XCall up the climate control menu
(Ypage 274).
XTo selectIonization: turn and press the
controller.
The setting element is active.
XTo switch the ionization on or off: turn the
controller.
XTo exit the menu: press the%button.
Activating or deactivating pre-entry cli-
mate control via the SmartKey
This function is only available for
PLUG‑IN HYBRID vehicles.
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seat area or the whole vehicle interior is briefly
warmed or ventilated. The air from the vents is
pre-cooled.
XCall up the climate control menu
(Ypage 274).
XTo select Pre-entry Climate Control
via Key: turn and press the controller.
XTo activate or deactivate: turn the control-
ler.
XTo exit the menu: press the%button.
Activating or deactivating pre-entry cli-
mate control at departure time
This function is available for PLUG ‑IN HYBRID
vehicles.
The driver's seat and the vehicle interior are
heated or cooled prior to the set departure time.
XCall up the climate control menu
(Ypage 274).
XTo select Pre-entry Climate Ctrl. at
DepartureTime: turn and press the control-
ler.
A rotary menu appears.
XTo select the setting: turn the controller.
The menu symbol, text and image show the
selected setting.
XTo exit the menu: press the%button.
Adjusting the footwell temperature
XCall up the climate control menu
(Ypage 274).
XTo select Adjust Footwell: turn and press
the controller.
XTo change sides: slide1 the controller.
XTo change the setting: turn the controller.
XTo exit the menu:press the%button.
Settings in the bottom bar of the cli-
mate control menu
Switching cooling with air dehumidifica-
tion on/off
iActivating the cooling with air dehumidifi-
cation facilitates the cooling of the vehicle
interior even with high outside temperatures.
XCall up the climate control menu
(Ypage 274).
XSlide 6the controller repeatedly until the
bottom bar is activated.
XTo select OA/C: turn and press the con-
troller.
XThe cooling with air dehumidification function
is activated Oor deactivated ª.
iThe current status of the cooling function is
displayed in the climate control bar: A/C ON
– activated, A/C OFF – deactivated.
iDeactivating the cooling with air dehumidi-
fication function reduces fuel consumption.
Synchronizing the climate control set-
tings
Use OSync(synchronization) to select the cli-
mate control setting for all zones together Oor
separately ª.
XCall up the climate control menu
(Ypage 274).
XSlide6the controller repeatedly until the
bottom bar is activated.
XTo select OSync: turn and press the con-
troller.
XThe synchronization function is activated O
or deactivated ª.
With the synchronization function switched off,
you can alternate between driver and front
passenger.
XTo switch from the footer to the main area:
slide 5the controller.
XTo switch between left and right: slide 1
the controller.
Not all climate control functions allow switch-
ing between the driver and front passenger.
For further information on synchronizing climate
control settings, see (
Ypage 138).
Navigation mode
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If you operate information systems and com-
munication equipment integrated in the vehi-
cle while driving, you will be distracted from
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Keep the SD card out of the reach of children.If a SD card is swallowed, seek medical atten-
tion immediately.
!If you are no longer using the SD card, you
should remove it and store it outside the vehi-
cle. High temperatures can damage the card.
Inserting an SD card
The SD card slot is located in the stowage com-
partment under the armrest.
XInsert the SD card into the SD card slot until
the SD card engages. The side with the con-
tacts must face downwards.
XSelect the media source (Ypage 278).
Removing an SD card
XPress the memory card.
The memory card is ejected.
XRemove the memory card.
Connecting USB devices
Connections in the storage compartment under
the armrest in vehicles without rear climate control
Connections in the storage compartment under
the armrest in vehicles with rear climate control
There are two USB ports in the stowage space
under the armrest.
XConnect the USB device to the USB port.
XSelect the media source (Ypage 278).
Connecting to an external audio/video
source
The socket for the audio/video AUX jack is loca-
ted in the stowage compartment in the center
console.
To connect an external audio source to the AUX
jack, an audio AUX cable is required. To connect
an external video source, a video AUX cable is
required.
XConnect the video/audio AUX cable to the
AUX jack.
XSelect the media source (Ypage 278).
XStart playback of the external audio/video
source (see the manufacturer's operating
instructions).
iVideos cannot be shown on the driver's side
while the vehicle is in motion.
CD/DVD drive (Rear Seat Entertain-
ment System)
:CD/DVD slot
;CD/DVD eject button
Depending on the vehicle model and equipment
level, the CD/DVD drive is found:
Rat the rear of the center console under the
automatic climate control panel or
Rbetween the parcel shelf and skibag
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iThe data shown on the vehicle identification
plate is used only as an example. This data is
different for every vehicle and can deviate
from the data shown here. You can find the
data applicable to your vehicle on the vehicle
identification plate.
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
XOpen the front right-hand door.
XFold cover :down and remove it.
You will see the VIN.
The VIN can also be found in the following loca-
tions:
Ron the lower edge of the windshield
(Ypage 371)
Ron the vehicle identification plate
(Ypage 370)
Engine number
:Engine number (stamped into the crank-
case)
;VIN (on the lower edge of the windshield)
=Emission control information plate, includ-
ing the certification of both federal and Cali-
fornian emissions standards
Service products and filling capaci-
ties
Important safety notes
GWARNING
Service products may be poisonous and haz-
ardous to health. There is a risk of injury.
Comply with instructions on the use, storage
and disposal of service products on the labels
of the respective original containers. Always
store service products sealed in their original
containers. Always keep service products out
of the reach of children.
HEnvironmental note
Dispose of service products in an environ-
mentally responsible manner.
Service products include the following:
RFuels
RLubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil)
RCoolant
RBrake fluid
RWindshield washer fluid
RClimate control system refrigerant
Components and service products must match.
You should therefore only use products that
have been tested and approved by Mercedes-
Benz.
Information on tested and approved products
can be obtained at an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center or on the Internet at
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
You can identify service products approved by
Mercedes-Benz by the following inscriptions on
the container:
RMB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51)
RMB-Approval (e.g. MB-Approval 229.51)
Other designations or recommendations indi-
cate a level of quality or a specification in
accordance with an MB Sheet Number (e.g. MB 229.5). They have not necessarily been
approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Other identifications, for example:
R0 W-30
R5 W-30
R5 W-40
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The antifreeze concentrate/corrosion inhibitor
concentration in the engine cooling system
should:
Rbe at least 50%. This will protect the engine
cooling system against freezing down to
approximately -35 ‡ (-37 †).
Rnot exceed 55% (antifreeze protection down
to -49‡[-45 †]). Otherwise, heat will not be
dissipated as effectively.
Mercedes-Benz recommends an antifreeze/
corrosion inhibitor concentrate in accordance
with
MB Specifications for Service Products 310.1.
iWhen the vehicle is first delivered, it is filled
with a coolant mixture that ensures adequate
antifreeze and anti-corrosion protection.
iThe coolant is checked with every mainte-
nance interval at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
Filling capacities
ModelCapacity
S 600
Mercedes ‑May-
bach S 60015.7 US qt (14.9 l)
S 400 4MATIC
Mercedes‑AMG
S 63 4MATIC13.0 US qt (12.3l)
Mercedes‑AMG
S 6516.1 US qt (15.2l)
Allot her models12.8 US qt (12.1 l)
Windshield washer system
Important safety notes
GWARNING
Windshield washer concentrate could ignite if it comes into contact with hot engine compo-
nents or the exhaust system. There is a risk of
fire and injury.
Make sure that no windshield washer con-
centrate is spilled next to the filler neck.
!Only MB SummerFit and MB WinterFit
washer fluid should be mixed together. The spray nozzles may otherwise become
blocked.
Do not use distilled or de-ionized water. Other-
wise, the level sensor may give a false reading.
At temperatures above freezing:
XFill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of
water and windshield washer fluid, e.g. MB
SummerFit.
Add 1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts water.
At temperatures below freezing:
XFill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of
water and washer fluid, e.g. MB WinterFit.
For the correct mixing ratio refer to the infor-
mation on the antifreeze reservoir.
iAdd windshield washer fluid, e.g. MB Sum-
merFit or MB WinterFit, to the washer fluid all
year round.
Climate control system refrigerant
Important safety notes
The climate control system of your vehicle is fil-
led with refrigerant R ‑134a.
The instruction label regarding the refrigerant
type used can be found on the radiator cross
member.
!Only the refrigerant R ‑134a and the PAG oil
approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used.
The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with
any other PAG oil that is not approved for
R-134a refrigerant. Otherwise, the climate
control system may be damaged.
Service work, such as refilling with refrigerant or
replacing component parts, may only be carried
out by a qualified specialist workshop. All appli-
cable regulations, as well as SAE standard J639,
must be adhered to.
Always have work on the climate control system
carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
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