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X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 162).
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Display messages Without changing gear, consult workshop
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction. A warning tone also sounds. If transmission position D is selected: X Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the
transmission from position D.
Only select Park (P) when vehicle is station‐ ary Reversing not poss. Consult work‐ shop Transmission Mal‐ function Transmission mal‐ function Stop
Stop vehicle Shift to P Leave engine running
If transmission position R, N or P is selected: X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. The vehicle is moving. X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Shift the transmission to position P. The automatic transmission is malfunctioning. You cannot drive in reverse. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The automatic transmission is malfunctioning. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The automatic transmission is malfunctioning. 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 162). X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. The automatic transmission has overheated. X Drive on carefully.
If the display message disappears, the automatic transmission is available again.
If the display message continues to be displayed: 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 162). X Wait until the automatic transmission has cooled off and the
display message goes out.
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Display messages Trans. oil overhea‐ ted Drive on with care
4matic currently unavailable
4matic inoperative
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions AMG vehicles: the transmission oil has overheated. Manual drive program M and the temporarily active manual drive program are no longer available. The engine power output is reduced. X Allow the vehicle to cool down. 4MATIC (permanent all-wheel drive) has overheated. The vehicle is only driven by the front wheels. X Drive on.
The airflow cools 4MATIC more quickly. When the display message goes out, 4MATIC is available again and the vehicle is driven by all four wheels.
4MATIC is malfunctioning. The vehicle is only driven by the front wheels. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
A The tailgate is open.
G WARNING When the engine is running, exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the tailgate is open. There is a risk of poisoning. X Close the tailgate. ? The bonnet is open.
A warning tone also sounds. G WARNING The open bonnet may then block your view when the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of an accident. X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Apply the electric parking brake. X Close the bonnet.
Active bonnet mal‐ function See Own‐ er's Manual C At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds.
The active bonnet (pedestrian protection) is not active due to a malfunction or because it has already been triggered. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
X Close all doors.
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Display messages Check trailer hitch lock
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The trailer tow hitch is not correctly engaged. A warning tone also sounds. X Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf-
fic conditions, and switch off the engine.
X Apply the electric parking brake. X Engage the trailer coupling's ball coupling in the end position
(Y page 203).
Otherwise, the trailer may detach itself.
Ð Power steering mal‐ function See Own‐ er's Manual
inoperative Bat‐ tery low
The power steering assistance is faulty. A warning tone also sounds. G WARNING You will need to use more force to steer. There is a risk of an accident. X Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required. X If you are able to steer safely: carefully drive on to a qualified
specialist workshop.
X If you are unable to steer safely: do not drive on. Contact the
nearest qualified specialist workshop.
You have attempted to switch on the auxiliary heating or to acti- vate a departure time using the on-board computer after operating the auxiliary heating twice. X Let the engine run for 10 seconds.
The auxiliary heating is operational again.
The on-board voltage is too low. The auxiliary heating has switched itself off or cannot be switched on (Y page 134). X Drive for a longer distance.
The battery is being charged. The auxiliary heating is operational again as soon as the on-board electrical system voltage is suf- ficient.
inoperative Refuel vehicle
There is too little fuel in the fuel tank. The auxiliary heating cannot be switched on (Y page 134). X Refuel at the nearest filling station.
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Display messages inoperative See Owner's Man.
Telephone No service
¥ Top up washer fluid
Wiper malfunction‐ ing Hazard warning lamps malfunction‐ ing
Key Display messages Key does not belong to vehicle Replace key
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The auxiliary heating has a temporary malfunction or is faulty. X When the vehicle is on a level surface and the engine has cooled down, make up to four attempts to switch on the auxiliary heat- ing, waiting several minutes between each attempt (Y page 134).
X If the auxiliary heating does not switch on, consult a qualified
specialist workshop.
Your vehicle is outside the network provider's transmitter/ receiver range. X Wait until the mobile phone operational readiness symbol
appears in the multifunction display.
The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum. i If, during the winter months, you do not add antifreeze to the washer fluid, it may freeze in the washer fluid container. In this case, the Top up washer fluid display message may appear in the multifunction display.
X Top up the washer fluid (Y page 289).
The windscreen wipers are defective. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
The hazard warning lamps are faulty. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You have put the wrong key in the ignition lock. X Use the correct key.
The key needs to be replaced. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
ü Only for certain coun- tries: the red seat belt warning lamp lights up for six seconds after the engine starts.
ü Only for certain coun- tries: the red seat belt warning lamp lights up after the engine starts. In addition, a warning tone sounds for up to six seconds.
ü The red seat belt warn- ing lamp lights up after the engine starts, as soon as the driver's or the front-passenger door is closed.
ü The red seat belt warn- ing lamp flashes and an intermittent audible warning sounds.
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Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Seat belts Problem
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. X Fasten your seat belt (Y page 46).
The driver's seat belt is not fastened. X Fasten your seat belt (Y page 46).
The warning tone ceases.
The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt. X Fasten your seat belt (Y page 46).
The warning lamp goes out.
There are objects on the front-passenger seat. X Remove the objects from the front-passenger seat and stow
them in a secure place. The warning lamp goes out.
The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt. At the same time, you are driving faster than 25 km/h or have briefly driven faster than 25 km/h. X Fasten your seat belt (Y page 46).
The warning lamp goes out and the intermittent warning tone ceases.
There are objects on the front-passenger seat. At the same time, you are driving faster than 25 km/h or have briefly driven faster than 25 km/h. X Remove the objects from the front-passenger seat and stow
them in a secure place. The warning lamp goes out and the intermittent warning tone ceases.
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Safety systems Problem
The red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds.
The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. G WARNING The braking efficiency may be impaired. There is a risk of an accident. X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 162). X Do not top up the brake fluid. Topping up will not rectify the
fault.
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) has been deactivated due to a fault. BAS (Brake Assist), COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST, ESP® (Elec- tronic Stability Program), PRE-SAFE®, the HOLD function, hill start assist, the adaptive brake lights and ESP® trailer stabilisation are also therefore deactivated, for example. ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated. G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard, for example. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec- ted. The braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situation. If ESP® is not operational, ESP® is unable to stabilise the vehicle. There is an increased danger of skidding and risk of an accident. X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
X Drive on carefully. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. If the ABS control unit is faulty, there is also a possibility that other systems, such as the navigation system or the automatic trans- mission, will be unavailable.
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Problem
The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ABS is temporarily unavailable. Therefore, BAS, COLLISION PRE- VENTION ASSIST, ESP®, EBD (electronic brake force distribution), PRE-SAFE®, the HOLD function, hill start assist, the adaptive brake lights and ESP® trailer stabilisation, for example, are also deacti- vated. Possible causes: RSelf-diagnosis is not yet complete. Rthe on-board voltage may be insufficient ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated. G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The front and rear wheels could therefore lock, for example, if you brake hard. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec- ted. The braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situation. If ESP® is not operational, ESP® is unable to stabilise the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. X Carefully drive on a suitable stretch of road, making slight steer-
ing movements at a speed above 20 km/h. The functions mentioned above are available again when the warning lamp goes out.
If the warning lamp is still on: X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
X Drive on carefully. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
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Problem
The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds.
J÷å! The red brake warning lamp, the yellow ESP® and ESP® OFF warning lamps and the yellow ABS warning lamp are lit while the engine is running.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions EBD is faulty. Therefore, ABS, BAS, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST, ESP®, PRE-SAFE®, the HOLD function, hill start assist, the adaptive brake lights and ESP® trailer stabilisation, for example, are not available either. ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated. G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The front and rear wheels could therefore lock, for example, if you brake hard. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec- ted. The braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situation. If ESP® is not operational, ESP® is unable to stabilise the vehicle. There is an increased danger of skidding and risk of an accident. X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
X Drive on carefully. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
ABS and ESP® are malfunctioning. Therefore, BAS, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST, EBD, PRE-SAFE®, the HOLD function, hill start assist, the adaptive brake lights and ESP® trailer stabilisa- tion, for example, are not available either. ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated. G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The front and rear wheels could therefore lock, for example, if you brake hard. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec- ted. The braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situation. If ESP® is not operational, ESP® is unable to stabilise the vehicle. There is an increased danger of skidding and risk of an accident. X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
X Drive on carefully. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
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Problem
÷ The yellow ESP® warn- ing lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion.
å The yellow ESP® OFF warning lamp is lit while the engine is running.
AMG vehicles only: The yellow SPORT han- dling mode warning lamp is lit while the engine is running.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ESP® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin. Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated. X Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as necessary when
pulling away.
X Accelerate more gently while the vehicle is in motion. X Adapt your driving style to suit the road and weather conditions. X Do not deactivate ESP®.
For exceptions, see: (Y page 65).
ESP® and ESP® trailer stabilisation are deactivated. ESP® will not stabilise the vehicle if it starts to skid or if a wheel starts to spin. G WARNING If ESP® is deactivated, ESP® is unable to stabilise the vehicle. There is an increased danger of skidding and risk of an accident. X Reactivate ESP®.
For exceptions, see: (Y page 65).
X Adapt your driving style to suit the road and weather conditions. If ESP® cannot be activated: X Have ESP® checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
SPORT handling mode is activated. G WARNING When SPORT handling mode is switched on, ESP® is unable to stabilise the vehicle. There is an increased danger of skidding and risk of an accident. X Only switch on SPORT handling mode in certain situations
(Y page 66).
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Problem
÷å The yellow ESP® and ESP® OFF warning lamps are lit while the engine is running.
÷å The yellow ESP® and ESP® OFF warning lamps are lit while the engine is running.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ESP®, BAS, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST, PRE-SAFE®, the HOLD function, hill start assist, the adaptive brake lights and ESP® trailer stabilisation are not available due to a malfunction. ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated. G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The braking distance may thus increase in an emergency braking situation. If ESP® is not operational, ESP® is unable to stabilise the vehicle. There is an increased danger of skidding and risk of an accident. X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
X Drive on carefully. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
ESP®, BAS, PRE-SAFE®, the HOLD function, hill start assist and ESP® trailer stabilisation are temporarily unavailable. The adaptive brake lights and COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST may also have failed. ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated. Self-diagnosis is not yet complete. G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The braking distance may thus increase in an emergency braking situation. If ESP® is not operational, ESP® is unable to stabilise the vehicle. There is an increased danger of skidding and risk of an accident. X Carefully drive on a suitable stretch of road, making slight steer-
ing movements at a speed above 20 km/h. The functions mentioned above are available again when the warning lamp goes out.
If the warning lamp is still on: X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
X Drive on carefully. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
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Problem
The red indicator lamp for the electric parking brake flashes or is lit and/or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake is lit.
The red SRS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
There is a malfunction in the SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- tem). G WARNING The airbags or belt tensioners may either be triggered uninten- tionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered. This poses an increased risk of injury. X Drive on carefully. X Have SRS checked at a qualified specialist workshop immedi-
ately.
For further information about the Supplemental Restraint System, see (Y page 41).
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Engine Problem
The yellow engine diag- nostics warning lamp lights up while the engine is running.
æ The yellow reserve fuel warning lamp lights up while the engine is run- ning.
The red coolant warn- ing lamp lights up while the engine is running and the coolant tem- perature gauge is at the start of the scale.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There may be a fault, for example: Rin the engine management Rin the fuel injection system Rin the exhaust system Rin the ignition system (for vehicles with petrol engines) Rin the fuel system The emission limit values may be exceeded and the engine may be running in emergency mode. X Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Vehicles with a diesel engine: the fuel tank has been run dry (Y page 161). X Start the engine three to four times after refuelling.
If the yellow engine diagnostics warning lamp goes out, emer- gency running mode is cancelled. The vehicle need not be checked.
The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range. Operation of the auxiliary heating is deactivated when the fuel level drops into the reserve range. X Refuel at the nearest filling station.
The temperature sensor for the coolant temperature gauge is faulty. The coolant temperature is no longer being monitored. There is a risk of engine damage if the coolant temperature is too high. X Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf- fic conditions, and switch off the engine. Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 162). X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Problem
The red coolant warn- ing lamp comes on while the engine is run- ning.
The red coolant warn- ing lamp comes on while the engine is run- ning. A warning tone also sounds.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be mal- functioning. The coolant is too hot and the engine is no longer being cooled sufficiently. X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
X Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf-
fic conditions, and switch off the engine.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 162). X Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until
the engine has cooled down.
X Check the coolant level and top up the coolant (Y page 288).
Observe the warning notes as you do so.
X If you have to top up the coolant frequently, have the engine
cooling system checked.
X Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not
blocked, e.g. by frozen slush.
X Do not start the engine again until the coolant temperature is
below 120 †. The engine may otherwise be damaged.
X Drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop. X Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in
mountainous terrain and stop-start traffic.
The coolant temperature has exceeded 120 †. The airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the coolant level may be too low. G WARNING The engine is not being cooled sufficiently and may be damaged. Never drive with an overheated engine. Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire. Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the bonnet. This poses a risk of injury. X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
X Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf-
fic conditions, and switch off the engine.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 162).
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Problem
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions X Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until
the engine has cooled down.
X Check the coolant level and top up the coolant (Y page 288).
Observe the warning notes as you do so.
X If you have to top up the coolant frequently, have the engine
cooling system checked.
X Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not
blocked, e.g. by frozen slush.
X If the coolant temperature is below 120 †, you can continue
driving to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
X Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in
mountainous terrain and stop-start traffic.
Driving systems Problem
· The red distance warn- ing lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion.
· The red distance warn- ing lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion. A warning tone also sounds.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The distance to the vehicle in front is too small for the speed selected. X Increase the distance.
You are approaching a vehicle or a stationary obstacle in your line of travel at too high a speed. X Be prepared to brake immediately. X Pay careful attention to the traffic situation. You may have to
brake or take evasive action.
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Useful information ............................ 268
Loading guidelines ............................ 268
Stowage areas .................................. 269
Features ............................................. 275268 Loading guidelines
Useful information
i This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of going to press. National variations are pos- sible. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all of the functions descri- bed. This is also the case for systems and functions relevant to safety.
i Read the information on qualified special-
ist workshops: (Y page 24).
Loading guidelines
G WARNING If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip over or be flung around and thereby hit vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, especially when braking or abruptly changing directions. Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around. Secure objects, luggage or loads against slipping or tipping before the journey. G WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. If the tailgate is open when the engine is running, particu- larly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust fumes could enter the passenger compartment. There is a risk of poisoning. Turn off the engine before opening the tail- gate. Never drive with the tailgate open.
The handling characteristics of a laden vehi- cle are dependent on the distribution of the load within the vehicle. For this reason, you should observe the following notes when transporting a load: Rwhen transporting a load, never exceed the maximum permissible gross vehicle weight
or the permissible axle loads for the vehicle (including occupants).
Rthe luggage compartment is the preferred
place to carry objects.
Rposition heavy loads as far forwards as pos- sible and as low down in the luggage com- partment as possible.
Rthe load must not protrude above the upper
edge of the seat backrests.
Ralways place the load against the rear or front seat backrests. Make sure that the seat backrests are securely locked into place.
Ralways place the load behind unoccupied
seats if possible.
Ruse the lashing eyelets and the luggage
nets to transport loads and luggage.
Ronly use lashing eyelets and fastening com- ponents that are suitable for the weight and size of the load.
Rthe maximum load capacity of the stowage well under the luggage compartment floor is 25 kg.
Rsecure the load with sufficiently strong and wear-resistant lashing material. Pad sharp edges for protection.
i Lashing material is available at any quali-
fied specialist workshop.
! Do not position the load on one part of the
folding luggage compartment floor only. The maximum load capacity of the folding luggage compartment floor is 100 kg. Spread the weight evenly to avoid damag- ing the luggage compartment floor. Place a solid board under the load if necessary. Please note that the load on the luggage compartment floor will be increased when the load is lashed down.
Stowage areas Stowage spaces Important safety notes G WARNING If you do not correctly store objects in the vehicle interior, they can slip or be flung around, thus striking vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, especially when brak- ing or abruptly changing directions. RAlways store objects so that they cannot be
flung around in these or in similar situa- tions.
RAlways make sure that objects do not pro-
trude from stowage compartments, lug- gage nets or stowage nets.
RClose lockable stowage compartments
while driving.
RStow and secure objects that are heavy, hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too large in the luggage compartment.
Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 268).
Front stowage compartments Glove compartment
X To open: pull handle : and open glove
compartment flap ;.
X To close: fold glove compartment flap ;
upwards until it engages.
i There is a pen holder at the top of the
glove compartment flap.
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Spectacles compartment
X To open: press marking :. Make sure that the spectacles compartment is always closed while the vehicle is in motion. Stowage compartment in the centre con- sole
X To open: press the marking on cover :. i Depending on the vehicle's equipment, there is an open instead of a closed stow- age compartment or an ashtray in the centre console.
Stowage compartment under the driver's and front-passenger seat G WARNING If you exceed the maximum permitted load of the stowage compartment, the cover is unable to restrain the objects. Objects may be thrown out of the stowage compartment and hit vehicle occupants as a result. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direc- tion. Always observe the maximum load of the stowage compartment. Stow and secure heavy objects in the luggage compartment.
The maximum permissible load of the stow- age compartment is 1.2 kg.
X To open: pull handle : up and fold
cover ; forwards.
i On vehicles with a fire extinguisher
instead of a stowage compartment, the fire extinguisher is installed under the driver's seat.
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Stowage compartment in front of the arm- rest (vehicles with automatic transmis- sion)
X To open: press the marking on cover :. i You can remove the non-slip mat and the
insert for cleaning. When removing the insert you will have to overcome some slight resistance.
Stowage compartment/telephone com- partment under the armrest
X To open: on vehicles with moveable armr- ests, make sure that the armrest is in the rearmost position.
X Press button : and fold the armrest up. i Depending on the vehicle's equipment, a
USB port and an AUX-IN jack or a Media Interface are installed in the stowage com- partment. A Media Interface is a universal interface for portable audio equipment, e.g. for an iPod® or MP3 player (see the sepa- rate Audio or COMAND Online operating instructions).
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Rear stowage compartments Stowage compartment in the rear centre console
X To open: pull down the top of stowage
compartment : by the edge of the handle.
i Depending on the vehicle's equipment,
there may be an open stowage space above the stowage compartment.
Luggage nets ! The maximum load that may be placed on
the luggage net under the rear shelf is 2.5 kg.
Luggage nets are located: Rin the front-passenger footwell Ron the back of the driver's and front-
passenger seat
Rbeneath the parcel shelf Ron the left and right-hand side in the lug-
gage compartment
Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 268) and the safety notes regarding stowage spaces (Y page 269).
Through-loading facility in the rear compartment Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 268).
X To open: fold down seat armrest :. X Pull the cover, which can now be seen, for-
wards by the grip until it lies on arm- rest :.
X Pull the centre head restraint on the rear bench seat into the uppermost position (Y page 94).
X Slide locking mechanism = in the direc-
tion of the arrow.
X Swing flap ; fully to the side.
Flap ; is held open by a magnet.
X To close: swing flap ; in the luggage com-
partment back until it engages.
X Fold the cover forwards until it engages into
armrest :.
X Fold armrest : up fully if necessary.
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Enlarging the luggage compartment Important safety notes G WARNING If the rear bench seat/rear seat and seat backrest are not engaged they could fold for- wards, e.g. when braking suddenly or in the event of an accident. RThe vehicle occupant would thereby be
pushed into the seat belt by the rear bench seat/rear seat or by the seat backrest. The seat belt cannot protect as intended and could result in additional injury.
RObjects or loads in the boot/luggage com- partment cannot be restrained by the seat backrest.
This poses an increased risk of injury. Before every trip, make sure that the seat backrests and the rear bench seat/rear seat are engaged before every trip.
! Before folding the backrest in the rear
compartment forwards, make sure that the rear compartment armrest and the cupholder are folded in. They may other- wise be damaged.
Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 268).
Folding the rear seat backrest forwards and back Folding the rear seat backrest forward The left-hand and right-hand rear seat backr- ests can be folded forwards separately to increase the luggage compartment capacity.
X Fully insert the backrest head restraints
(Y page 96).
X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat
forward if necessary.
X Pull left-hand or right-hand release han-
dle ; of the seat backrest forwards. The corresponding seat backrest : is released.
X Fold backrest : forwards. X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat
back if necessary.
X Insert the seat belt into seat-belt
extender :.
Folding the rear seat backrest back
X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat
forward if necessary.
! Make sure that the seat belt does not
become trapped when folding the rear seat backrest back. Otherwise, it could be dam- aged.
X Fold seat backrest : back until it engages.
Red lock status indicator ; is no longer visible.
X Adjust the head restraints if necessary
(Y page 96).
X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat
back if necessary.
Parcel shelf
! The maximum load which may be placed
on the rear shelf is 2.5 kg.
X To remove: detach straps : from the tail-
gate.
X Swing the rear shelf down. X Pull the rear shelf out to the rear ;. X To fit: place the rear shelf on the guide rails
on the left and right.
X Push the rear shelf evenly forwards using
both hands until it engages.
X Swing the rear shelf up. X Attach straps : to the tailgate.
Securing a load Lashing eyelets Observe the following notes on securing loads: Robserve the loading guidelines
(Y page 268).
Rsecure the load using the lashing eyelets.
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Rdistribute the load on the lashing eyelets
evenly.
Rdo not use elastic straps or nets to secure
a load, as these are only intended as an anti-slip protection for light loads.
Rdo not route lashing materials across sharp
edges or corners.
Rpad sharp edges for protection. There are four lashing eyelets in the luggage compartment.
: Lashing eyelets
Bag hook G WARNING The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects or items of luggage. Objects or items of lug- gage could be flung around and thereby hit vehicle occupants when braking or abruptly changing directions. There is a risk of injury. Only hang light objects on the bag hooks. Never hang hard, sharp-edged or fragile objects on the bag hooks.
! The bag hook can bear a maximum load
of 3 kg. Do not use it to secure a load.
There is one bag hook on either side of the luggage compartment.
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X To open: open the tailgate. X Press down handle : on ribbing ;.
Handle : folds upwards.
X Swing the luggage compartment floor upwards using handle : until it rests against the luggage compartment cover.
X If the rear shelf is fitted: hook the loop on
the luggage compartment floor into the hook on the underside of the rear shelf.
X If the rear shelf is not fitted: fold out hook = on the underside of the luggage com- partment floor.
X Attach hook = to the luggage compart-
ment's upper seal ?.
: Bag hook
Stowage well underneath the luggage compartment floor Important safety notes G WARNING If you drive when the luggage compartment floor is open, objects could be flung around, thus striking vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, especially when braking or abruptly changing directions. Always close the luggage compartment floor before a journey.
! The maximum load capacity of the stow- age well under the luggage compartment floor is 25 kg.
Opening/closing the luggage compart- ment floor A bracket for TIREFIT, the vehicle tool kit, etc. is located underneath the luggage compart- ment floor.
X To close (if the rear shelf is fitted): unhook the loop from the hook on the underside of the rear shelf.
X If the rear shelf is not fitted: detach hook
= from upper seal ?.
X Fasten hook = to the bracket on the underside of the luggage compartment floor.
X Fold the luggage compartment floor down. X Press the luggage compartment floor down
until it engages.
Attaching the roof carrier
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Roof carrier Important safety notes G WARNING An incorrectly secured roof carrier, ski rack or load could become detached from the vehi- cle. These objects might then be thrown around, and could injure you or others or cause an accident. Follow the roof carrier/ski rack manufacturer's installation instructions and special instructions for use. The roof load raises the vehicle's centre of gravity, thereby affecting vehicle handling. You must always observe the maximum roof load of 75 kg. Always adapt your driving style to the prevailing road, traffic and weather conditions and drive with particular care if the roof is laden.
! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you
only use roof carriers that have been tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This helps to prevent damage to the vehi- cle. Position the load on the roof carrier in such a way that the vehicle will not sustain dam- age even when it is in motion. Ensure that, depending on the vehicle's equipment, you can raise the panorama sliding sunroof fully and open the tailgate fully when the roof carrier is fitted.
i Vehicles with panorama sliding sun- roof: if a roof carrier is fitted, the panorama sliding sunroof cannot be opened. In order to allow ventilation of the vehicle interior, you can raise the panorama sliding sunroof. If a roof carrier approved by Mercedes- Benz makes contact with the panorama sliding sunroof, the sunroof will lower slightly but remain raised in the rear.
X Open covers : carefully in the direction of
the arrow.
X Fold covers : upwards. X Only secure the roof carrier to the anchor-
age points under covers :.
X Observe the manufacturer's installation
instructions.
Features Cup holders Important safety notes G WARNING The cup holder cannot secure a drinks con- tainer in place during a journey. If you use a cup holder during a journey, the drinks con- tainer could be flung around and liquid could be spilt. Vehicle occupants could come into contact with the liquid and, in particular, be scalded by hot liquid. You could be distracted from the traffic situation and lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident and injury. Only use the cup holder when the vehicle is stationary. Only place containers of a suitable size in the cup holder. Seal the container, in particular when it contains hot liquid. G WARNING If you do not correctly store objects in the vehicle interior, they can slip or be flung around, thus striking vehicle occupants.
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There is a risk of injury, especially when brak- ing or abruptly changing directions. RAlways store objects so that they cannot be
flung around in these or in similar situa- tions.
RAlways make sure that objects do not pro-
trude from stowage compartments, lug- gage nets or stowage nets.
RClose lockable stowage compartments
while driving.
RStow and secure objects that are heavy, hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too large in the luggage compartment.
! Only use the cup holders for containers of
the right size and which have lids. The drinks could otherwise spill.
The stowage compartments in the doors pro- vide space for bottles: Rfront: capacity up to 1.0 l Rrear: capacity up to 0.5 l
Cup holder in the front centre console All vehicles (except vehicles with Audio 5)
X To fit:: insert the cup holder into lateral curved sections ; in the stowage com- partment. Simultaneously insert the cup holder in such a way that the wedge of the upper section of the cup holder faces for- wards.
X : Press the cup holder downwards until it engages on the right and left-hand sides.
Vehicles with Audio 5
X Fold lift-up lid : in stowage compartment = up until it engages in the two lugs ;. You can use front part ? as a cup holder.
Cup holder in the rear seat armrest ! Do not sit on or support your body weight on the rear seat armrest when it is folded down, as you could otherwise damage it. ! Close the cup holder before folding the rear seat armrest up. Otherwise, the cup holder could be damaged.
Two coin holders = and a card holder ; can be found in the cup holder. The cup holder and the rubber mat under- neath can be removed for cleaning. Clean them with clean, lukewarm water only. X To remove: Lift the cup holder up and out
with a brief tug :.
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Glare from the side
X Fold down the sun visor. X Pull the sun visor out of bracket ;. X Swing the sun visor to the side. X Vehicles with mirror lights: slide the sun
visor horizontally as desired.
Ashtray Front ashtray ! The stowage space under the ashtray is not heat resistant. Before placing lit ciga- rettes in the ashtray, make sure that the ashtray is properly engaged. Otherwise, the stowage space could be damaged.
Example: vehicles with a stowage compartment cover X To open: push the lower section of
cover :. The stowage compartment opens.
X To remove the insert: lift insert =
up ; and out.
X To refit the insert: press insert = into the
holder until it engages.
i If you remove the ashtray insert, you can
use the resulting compartment for stow- age.
X Fold down the rear seat armrest. X To open: press the front of cup holder :
or ;. Cup holder : or ; extends automatically. X To close: slide cup holder : or ; back
until it engages.
Sun visors Overview
: Mirror light ; Bracket = Retaining clip, e.g. for a car park ticket ? Vanity mirror A Mirror cover
Vanity mirror in the sun visor Mirror light : only functions if the sun visor is clipped into bracket ; and mirror cover A has been folded up.
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Rear-compartment ashtray
X To open: pull cover = out by its top edge. X To remove: pull insert ; by recess : in
the direction of arrow ? until it audibly releases.
X Lift insert ; up and out. X To fit the insert: fit insert ; from above
into the holder and press down into the holder until it engages.
Cigarette lighter G WARNING You can burn yourself if you touch the hot heating element or the socket of the cigarette lighter. In addition, flammable materials can ignite if: Rthe hot cigarette lighter falls Ra child holds the hot cigarette lighter to
objects, for example
There is a risk of fire and injury. Always hold the cigarette lighter by the knob. Always make sure that the cigarette lighter is out of reach of children. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Your attention must always be focused on the traffic conditions. Only use the cigarette lighter when road and traffic conditions per- mit.
Example: vehicles with a stowage compartment cover X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock (Y page 143).
X To open: push the lower section of
cover :. The stowage compartment opens.
X Press in cigarette lighter ;.
Cigarette lighter ; will pop out automati- cally when the heating element is red-hot.
12 V sockets Points to observe before use X Turn the key to position 1 in the ignition
lock (Y page 143).
The sockets can be used for accessories with a maximum draw of 180 W (15 A). Accesso- ries include such items as lamps or chargers for mobile phones. If you use the sockets for long periods when the engine is switched off, the battery may discharge. i An emergency cut-off ensures that the on- board voltage does not drop too low. If the on-board voltage is too low, the power to the sockets is automatically cut. This ensures that there is sufficient power to start the engine.
Socket in the front centre console
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X Pull cover : out by its top edge. X Lift up the cover of socket ;.
Socket in the luggage compartment
Vehicles with a stowage compartment cover X To open: push the lower section of
cover :. The stowage compartment opens.
X Lift up the cover of socket ;.
Vehicles without a stowage compartment cover X Lift up the cover of socket :.
Socket in the rear-compartment centre console
