Distance warning ........................... 201
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 201
ESP
®.............................................. 196
ESP®OFF ....................................... 197
Fuel tank ........................................ 199
General notes ................................ 191
Overview .......................................... 32
Parking brake ................................ 194
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF ............... 39
Reserve fuel ................................... 199
Restraint system ............................ 198
Seat belt ........................................ 192
Tire pressure monitor .................... 202
Warning triangle ................................ 243
Warranty .............................................. 24
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 191
Weather display (COMAND)
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 203
Wheel and tire combinations
Tires ............................................... 279
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 278
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 275
Checking ........................................ 257
Cleaning ......................................... 238
Important safety notes .................. 257
Information on driving .................... 257
Interchanging/changing ................ 275
Mounting a new wheel ................... 278
Mounting a wheel .......................... 276
Removing a wheel .......................... 278
Snow chains .................................. 259
Storing ........................................... 276
Tightening torque ........................... 278
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 279
Window curtain air bag
Display message ............................ 178
Operation ......................................... 46
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 100
Windshield heating ........................... 101
Windshield washer fluid
see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system
Adding washer fluid ....................... 234
Notes ............................................. 287
Windshield wipers
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 95
Rear window wiper .......................... 94
Replaci ng the w
iper blades .............. 94
Switching on/off .............................. 93
Winter driving
Important safety notes .................. 258
Slippery road surfaces ................... 128
Snow chains .................................. 259
Winter operation
Overview ........................................ 258
Radiator cover ............................... 231
Summer tires ................................. 259
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 259
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 239
Important safety notes .................... 94
Replacing ......................................... 94
Wooden trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 241
Index21
cleaning agents. These cleaning agents can
damage the paintwork or plastic parts.
!Make sure that the automatic car wash is
suitable for the size of the vehicle. Fold in the
exterior mirrors before the vehicle is washed.
The exterior mirrors could otherwise be dam-
aged.
!Make sure that the automatic transmission
is in transmission position iwhen washing
your vehicle in a tow-through car wash. The
vehicle may be damaged in another transmis-
sion position.
!Make sure that:
Rthe side windows and the sliding sunroof
are fully closed.
Rthe blower is switched off.
Rthe windshield wiper switch is at position
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The vehicle may otherwise be damaged.
You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car
wash from the very start.
If the vehicle is very dirty, pre-wash it before
cleaning it in an automatic car wash.
After using an automatic car wash, wipe off wax
from the windshield and the wiper blades. This
will prevent smears and reduce wiping noises
caused by residue on the windshield.
Washing by hand
In some countries, washing by hand is only
allowed at specially equipped washing bays.
Observe the legal requirements in each country.
When using the vehicle in winter, remove all
traces of road salt deposits carefully and as
soon as possible.
When washing the underside of the vehicle, also
clean the insides of the wheels.
XDo not use hot water and do not wash the
vehicle in direct sunlight.
XUse a soft sponge to clean.
XUse a mild cleaning agent, such as a car
shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz.
XThoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen-
tle jet of water.
XDo not point the water jet directly towards the
air inlet.
XUse plenty of water and rinse out the sponge
frequently.
XRinse the vehicle with clean water and dry
thoroughly with a chamois.
XDo not let the cleaning agent dry on the paint-
work.
Power washers
GWARNING
The water jet from a circular jet nozzle (dirt
blasters) can cause invisible exterior damage
to the tires or chassis components. Compo-
nents damaged in this way may fail unexpect-
edly. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not use power washers with circular jet
nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have damaged
tires or chassis components replaced imme-
diately.
!Always maintain a distance of at least
11.8 in (30 cm) between the vehicle and the
power washer nozzle. Information about the
correct distance is available from the equip-
ment manufacturer.
Move the power washer nozzle around when
cleaning your vehicle.
Do not aim directly at any of the following:
RTires
RDoor gaps, roof gaps, joints, etc.
RElectrical components
RBattery
RConnectors
RLamps
RSeals
RTrim
RVentilation slots
Damaged seals or electrical components can
lead to leaks or failures.
!Vehicles with decorative film: parts of your
vehicle are covered with a decorative film.
Maintain a distance of at least 27.5 in (70 cm)
between the parts of the vehicle covered with
the film and the nozzle of the high pressure
cleaner.
Information about the correct distance is
available from the equipment manufacturer.
Move the power washer nozzle around when
cleaning your vehicle.
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Maintenance and care
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