2019 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA steering wheel

Display messages
Introduction
General notes
Display messages appear in the multifunction display.
Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Operator's Manualand may therefore differ from the multifunction display.
Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in thisOperator's Manual.
Certain display messages are accompanied by an audible warning tone or a continuous tone.
When the ignition is switched off, all display messages are deleted, apart from some high-prioritydisplay messages. Once the causes of the high-priority display messages have been rectified, thecorresponding display messages are also deleted.
When you stop and park the vehicle, please observe the notes on:
RHOLD function (Ypage 158)
RParking (Ypage 142)
Hiding display messages
XPress thevor8button on the steering wheel.The multifunction display hides the display message.
The multifunction display shows high-priority display messages in red. Some high-priority displaymessages cannot be hidden.
The multifunction display shows these messages continuously until the causes for the messageshave been remedied.
Message memory
The on-board computer saves certain display messages in themessage memory. You can call upthe display messages:
XPress theYorebutton on the steering wheel to select theServ.Serv.menu.If there are display messages, the multifunction display shows2 Messages2 Messages, for example.
XPress thecordbutton to select the entry, e.g.2 Messages2 Messages.
XPressvto confirm.
XPress thecordbutton to scroll through the display messages.
Displaymessages193
On-b oard computer and displays
Z

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences andPPSolutions
You have inadvertently touched the multifunction steering wheel whilesteering intervention was active.
XWhile steering intervention is active, make sure that the multifunc-tion steering wheel is not touched unintentionally.
The vehicle has started to skid and ESP®has intervened.
XUse Active Parking Assist again later (Ypage 165).
Active ParkingActive ParkingAssist InoperativeAssist InoperativeYou have just carried out a large number of turning or parking maneu-vers.
Active Parking Assist will become available again after approximatelyten minutes (Ypage 165).
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, payingattention to road and traffic conditions.
XSwitch off and restart the engine.
If the multifunction display still shows the display message:
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is malfunctioning.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
Active ParkingActive ParkingAssist FinishedAssist FinishedThe vehicle is parked. A warning tone also sounds.
The display message disappears automatically.
Active DistanceActive DistanceAssist OffAssist OffActive Distance Assist DISTRONIC was deactivated (Ypage 156).
If it was not deactivated by the driver, a warning tone also sounds.
Active DistanceActive DistanceAssistAssistNowNowAvailableAvailableActive Distance Assist DISTRONIC is operational again after havingbeen temporarily unavailable. You can now reactivate Active DistanceAssist DISTRONIC (Ypage 154).
Active DistanceActive DistanceAssist CurrentlyAssist CurrentlyUnavailable SeeUnavailable SeeOperator's ManualOperator's Manual
Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is temporarily inoperative.
Possible causes are:
Rthe radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to elec-tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations orother sources of electromagnetic radiation
Rthe system is outside the operating temperature range
Rthe on-board voltage is too low
A warning tone also sounds.
When the causes stated above no longer apply, the display messagedisappears.
Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is operational again.
If the display message does not disappear:
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, payingattention to road and traffic conditions.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 142).
XRestart the engine.
Displaymessages211
On-b oard computer and displays
Z

Tires
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences andPPSolutions
CheckCheckTireTirePressurePressureSoonSoonCanada only:
The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant lossin pressure.
A warning tone also sounds.
Possible causes:
Ryou have changed the positions of the wheels and tires or installednew wheels and tires
Rthe tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped
GWARNING
Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards:
Rthey may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Rthey may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may greatlyimpair tire traction.
Rthe driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, may begreatly impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
XStop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or brakingmaneuvers. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 142).
XCheck the tires and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a flattire (Ypage 274).
XCheck the tire pressures and, if necessary, correct the tire pressure.
XRestart the tire pressure loss warning system when the tire pres-sure is correct (Ypage 297).
CheckCheckTireTirePressurePressureThen Restart RunThen Restart RunFlat IndicatorFlat Indicator
Canada only:
The tire pressure loss warning system generated a display messageand has not been restarted since.
XSet the correct tire pressure in all four tires.
XRestart the tire pressure loss warning system (Ypage 297).
Run Flat IndicatorRun Flat IndicatorInoperativeInoperativeCanada only:
The tire pressure loss warning system is faulty.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
PleasePleaseCorrectCorrectTireTirePressurePressureUSA only:
The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tirepressure difference between the wheels is too great.
XCheck the tire pressures at the next opportunity (Ypage 297).
XIf necessary, correct the tire pressure.
XRestart the tire pressure monitor (Ypage 300).
Displaymessages213
On-b oard computer and displays
Z

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences andPPSolutions
Check TiresCheck TiresUSA only:
The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. Thewheel position appears in the multifunction display.
A warning tone also sounds.
GWARNING
Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards:
Rthey may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Rthey may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may greatlyimpair tire traction.
Rthe driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, may begreatly impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
XStop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or brakingmaneuvers. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 142).
XCheck the tires and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a flattire (Ypage 274).
XCheck the tire pressure (Ypage 297).
XIf necessary, correct the tire pressure.
Warning Tire Mal‐Warning Tire Mal‐functionfunctionUSA only:
The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly. The wheelposition appears in the multifunction display.
GWARNING
Driving with a flat tire poses a risk of the following hazards:
Ra flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle
Ryou could lose control of the vehicle
Rcontinued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-upand possibly a fire
There is a risk of an accident.
XStop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or brakingmaneuvers. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 142).
XCheck the tires and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a flattire (Ypage 274).
TireTirePress.Press.MonitorMonitorCurrently Unavaila‐Currently Unavaila‐bleble
USA only:
Because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves, nosignals from the tire pressure sensors are detected. The tire pressuremonitor is temporarily malfunctioning.
XDrive on.The tire pressure monitor restarts automatically as soon as theproblem has been resolved.
214Displaymessages
On-b oard computer and displays

Warning/indicatorlamp
QQSignal type
Possible causes/consequences andPPSolutions
%QThe yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running.
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is deactivated due to a malfunction. Therefore,
BAS (Brake Assist), Active Brake Assist, ESP®(Electronic Stability Program), theHOLD function and hill start assist, for example, are also deactivated.
ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.
GWARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listedabove. The wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard, for example.
The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affected. The brakingdistance in an emergency braking situation can increase.
If ESP®is not operational, ESP®is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
XObserve the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
XDrive on carefully.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
If the ABS control unit is defective, there is also a possibility that other systems,such as the navigation system or the automatic transmission, will not be available.
%QThe yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running.
ABS is temporarily unavailable. Therefore, BAS, Active Brake Assist, ESP®, EBD(electronic brake force distribution), the HOLD function and hill start assist, forexample, are also deactivated.
Possible causes are:
Rself-diagnosis is not yet complete
Rthe on-board voltage may be insufficient
ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.
GWARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listedabove. The front and rear wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard, for exam-ple.
The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affected. The brakingdistance in an emergency braking situation can increase.
If ESP®is not operational, ESP®is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
There is a risk of an accident.
XCarefully drive a suitable distance, making slight steering movements at a speedabove 12 mph (20 km/h).The functions mentioned above are available again when the warning lamp goesout.
If the warning lamp is still on:
XObserve the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
XDrive on carefully.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
222Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
On-board computer and displays

XTo end a call:press thevbutton on themultifunction steering wheel.
or
XPress the corresponding multimedia systembutton for ending a phone call.
XAfter the emergency call, close coverC.
If the mobile phone network is unavailable,Mercedes me connect is not able to make anemergency call. If you leave the vehicle imme-diately after pressing the SOS buttonD, you donot know if Mercedes me connect has success-fully made the emergency call. In this case,always summon assistance by other means.
Roadside Assistance button
XTo make a call:press Roadside Assistancecall buttonC.This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus-tomer Assistance Center.
The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistancecall buttonCflashes while the call is active.TheConnecting CallConnecting Callmessage appears onthe multifunction display. The audio output ismuted.
If a connection can be established, theCallCallConnectedConnectedmessage appears in the multifunc-tion display.
If a mobile phone network and GPS receptionare available, the system transfers data to theMercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center,for example:
RCurrent location of the vehicle
RVehicle identification number
The display of the multimedia system indicatesthat a call is active. During the call, you canchange to the navigation menu by pressing theNAVI button on the multimedia system, forexample.
Voice output is not available in this case.
A voice connection is established between theMercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Centerand the vehicle occupants.
From the remote malfunction diagnosis, theMercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Centercan ascertain the nature of the problem(Ypage 253).
The Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Cen-ter either sends a qualified Mercedes-Benz tech-nician or makes arrangements for your vehicleto be transported to the nearest Mercedes-BenzService Center.
You may be charged for services such as repairwork and/or towing.
You can find more information in the separateMercedes me connect manual.
The system has not been able to initiate a Road-side Assistance call, if:
RtheRindicator lamp for the RoadsideAssistance call button is flashing continu-ously.
Rno voice connection to the Mercedes-BenzCustomer Assistance Center was estab-lished.
This can occur if the relevant mobile phone net-work is not available, for example.
TheCallCallFailedFailedmessage appears on the mul-tifunction display.
XTo end a call:press thevbutton on themultifunction steering wheel.
or
XPress the corresponding multimedia systembutton for ending a phone call.
MB Info call button
XTo make a call:press MB Info call buttonC.This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus-tomer Assistance Center.
250Features
Sto wage an d features

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.
XTo open:pull capCupwards by the tab.
XAdd the premixed washer fluid.
XTo close:press capConto the filler neckuntil it engages.
If the washer fluid level drops below the recom-mended minimum of 1 liter, a message appearsin the multifunction display prompting you toadd washer fluid (Ypage 218).
Further information on windshield washer fluid/antifreeze (Ypage 323).
ASSYST PLUS
Service message
The ASSYST PLUS service interval displayinforms you of the next service due date.
You can find information on the type of serviceand service intervals in the Maintenance Book-let.
You can obtain further information from anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center or athttp://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
iThe ASSYST PLUS service interval displaydoes not show any information on the engineoil level. Observe the notes on the engine oillevel (Ypage 261).
The multifunction display shows a service mes-sage for several seconds, e.g.:
RService A in .. daysService A in .. days
RService A dueService A due
RService A overdue by .. daysService A overdue by .. days
Depending on the operating conditions of thevehicle, the remaining time or distance until thenext service due date is displayed.
The letterAAorBB, possibly in connection with anumber or another letter, indicates the type ofservice.AAstands for a minor service andBBfor amajor service.
You can obtain further information from anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The ASSYST PLUS service interval display doesnot take into account any periods of time duringwhich the battery is disconnected.
Maintaining the time-dependent service sched-ule:
XNote down the service due date displayed inthe multifunction display before disconnect-ing the battery.
or
XAfter reconnecting the battery, subtract thebattery disconnection periods from the ser-vice date shown on the display.
Hiding a service message
XPress thevor8button on the steeringwheel.
Displaying service messages
XSwitch on the ignition.
XPress theYorebutton to select theServ.Serv.menu.
XPress thecordbutton to select theASSYSTASSYSTPLUSPLUSsubmenu and confirm by press-ing thevbutton.The service due date appears in the multi-function display.
264ASSYST PLUS
Maintenance and care

Cleaning the steering wheel and gear or
selector lever
XThoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or useleather care agents that have been recom-mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Cleaning genuine wood and trim ele-
ments
!Do not use solvent-based cleaning agentssuch as tar remover, wheel cleaners, polishesor waxes. There is otherwise a risk of damag-ing the surface.
!Do not use chrome polish on trim pieces.The trim pieces have a chrome look but aremostly made of anodized aluminum and canlose their shine if chrome polish is used. Usea damp, lint-free cloth instead when cleaningthe trim pieces.
If the chrome-plated trim pieces are verydirty, you can use a chrome polish. If you areunsure as to whether the trim pieces arechrome-plated or not, consult an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center.
XWipe the wooden trim and trim pieces with adamp, lint-free cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth.
XHeavy soiling:use care and cleaning prod-ucts recommended and approved byMercedes-Benz.
Cleaning the seat covers
General notes
!Do not use a microfiber cloth to clean coversmade out of real leather, artificial leather orDINAMICA. If used often, these can damagethe cover.
Note that regular care is essential to ensure thatthe appearance and comfort of the covers isretained over time.
Genuine leather seat covers
!To retain the natural appearance of theleather, observe the following cleaninginstructions:
RClean genuine leather covers carefully witha damp cloth and then wipe the coversdown with a dry cloth.
RMake sure that the leather does notbecome soaked. It may otherwise becomerough and cracked.
ROnly use leather care agents that havebeen tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. You can obtain these from a qualifiedspecialist workshop.
Leather is a natural product.
It exhibits natural surface characteristics, forexample:
Rdifferences in the texture
Rmarks caused by growth and injury
Rslight nuances of color
These are characteristics of leather and notmaterial defects.
Seat covers of other materials
!Observe the following when cleaning:
Rclean artificial leather covers with a clothmoistened with a solution containing 1%detergent (e.g. dish washing liquid).
Rclean cloth covers with a microfiber clothmoistened with a solution containing 1%detergent (e.g. dish washing liquid). Rubcarefully and always wipe entire seat sec-tions to avoid leaving visible lines. Leavethe seat to dry afterwards. Cleaning resultsdepend on the type of dirt and how long ithas been there.
Rclean DINAMICA covers with a damp cloth.Make sure that you wipe entire seat sec-tions to avoid leaving visible lines.
Cleaning the seat belts
GWARNING
Seat belts can become severely weakened if
bleached or dyed. This could cause the seat
belts to tear or fail, for instance, in the event of
an accident. This poses an increased risk of
injury or fatal injury.
Never bleach or dye the seat belts.
Care271
Maintenance and care
Z