2013 Mercedes-benz C Class Coupe Owners Manual

Vehicle (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Display messages To start engine, shift to either P or N Risk of rolling Select Park (P)

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in position R or D. X Shift the transmission to position P or N.

You have switched off the engine with the Start/Stop button and opened the driver's door. You wanted to lock the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds. or You have switched off the engine with the Start/Stop button and opened the driver's door with the transmission in position N. X Shift the transmission to position P.

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Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions While the HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS is active, you have: Ropened the driver's door and released the seat belt or Rswitched off the engine or Ropened the bonnet A tone may also sound at regular intervals. If you attempt to lock the vehicle, the tone becomes louder. You cannot start the engine. X Shift the transmission to position P.

You can restart the engine.

N The boot lid is open. X Close the boot lid.

M 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 Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 169). X Close the bonnet. If the active bonnet (pedestrian protection) has been triggered: X Reset the bonnet (Y page 314). 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. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

X Close all doors.

The driver's or front-passenger seat backrest is not engaged. A warning tone also sounds. X Push the backrest back until it engages.

Front left seat backrest not lockedorFront right seat back‐ rest not locked

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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.

inoperative Bat‐ tery low

inoperative Refuel vehicle inoperative See Owner's Manual

Ð Power steering mal‐ function See Own‐ er's Manual

X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 169). X Engage the trailer coupling's ball coupling in the end position

(Y page 211).

The on-board voltage is too low. The auxiliary heating has switched itself off or cannot be switched on (Y page 141). 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.

There is too little fuel in the fuel tank. The auxiliary heating cannot be switched on (Y page 141). X Refuel at the nearest filling station.

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 141).

X If the auxiliary heating does not switch on, consult a qualified

specialist workshop.

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.

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Display messages Telephone No service

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 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.

¥ Top up washer fluid

The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum. X Top up the washer fluid (Y page 318).

Key (4-button multifunction steering wheel) Display messages Key does not belong to vehicle You need a new key Change battery Key not detected (Red display message)

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.

The batteries of the KEYLESS-GO key are discharged. X Change the batteries (Y page 85).

The KEYLESS-GO key is not in the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds. If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle centrally or start the engine. 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 169). X Locate the KEYLESS-GO key. The KEYLESS-GO key is not detected while the engine is running because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves. 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 169). X Operate the vehicle with the key in the ignition lock if necessary.

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Display messages Key not detected (White display mes- sage)

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The KEYLESS-GO key cannot be detected at present. X Change the location of the key with the KEYLESS-GO functions

in the vehicle.

If the KEYLESS-GO key is still not detected: X Change the location of the key with the KEYLESS-GO functions

in the vehicle.

X Operate the vehicle with the key in the ignition lock if necessary. The KEYLESS-GO key has been detected inside the vehicle during locking. X Remove the KEYLESS-GO key from the vehicle.

KEYLESS-GO is temporarily malfunctioning or is defective. A warn- ing tone also sounds. X Insert the key into the ignition lock and turn it to the desired

position.

X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds. X Close all doors and lock the vehicle again.

Key still in vehi‐ cle Insert key

Close doors to lock veh.

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You have put the wrong key in the ignition lock. X Use the correct key.

Key (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Display messages  Key does not belong to vehicle  Replace key  Change key batter‐ ies

The key needs to be replaced. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

The batteries of the KEYLESS-GO key are discharged. X Change the batteries (Y page 85).

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Display messages  Key not detected  (red display message)

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The KEYLESS-GO key is not in the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds. If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle centrally or start the engine. 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 169)

(Y page 169).

X Locate the KEYLESS-GO key. The KEYLESS-GO key is not detected while the engine is running because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves. 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 169). X Operate the vehicle with the key in the ignition lock if necessary. The KEYLESS-GO key cannot be detected at present. X Change the location of the key with the KEYLESS-GO functions

in the vehicle.

If the KEYLESS-GO key is still not detected: X Operate the vehicle with the key in the ignition lock if necessary. The KEYLESS-GO key has been detected inside the vehicle during locking. X Remove the KEYLESS-GO key from the vehicle.

The KEYLESS-GO key is not continually detected. KEYLESS-GO is temporarily malfunctioning or is defective. A warn- ing tone also sounds. X Insert the key into the ignition lock and turn it to the desired

position.

X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds. X Close all doors and lock the vehicle again.

 Key not detected  (white display mes- sage)

 Key still in vehi‐ cle  Remove starting button, then insert key

 Close doors to lock vehicle

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 57).

The driver's seat belt is not fastened. X Fasten your seat belt (Y page 57).

The warning tone ceases.

The driver or passenger has not fastened their seat belt. X Fasten your seat belt (Y page 57).

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 passenger has not fastened their seat belt. At the same time, the car is being driven faster than 25 km/h or has been briefly driven faster than 25 km/h. X Fasten your seat belt (Y page 57).

The warning lamp goes out and the intermittent warning tone ceases.

There are objects on the front-passenger seat. At the same time, the car is being driven faster than 25 km/h or has been 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 comes on while the engine is run- ning. 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 169). 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. For this reason, BAS (Brake Assist), BAS PLUS, ESP® (Electronic Stability Program), PRE-SAFE®, PRE-SAFE® Brake, the HOLD func- tion, hill start assist, the adaptive brake lights and ESP® trailer stabilisation are also 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 in an emergency braking situation can increase. If ESP® is not operational, ESP® is unable to stabilise the vehicle. The danger of skidding and having an accident increases. 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 not be available.

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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, BAS PLUS, ESP®, EBD (electronic brake force distribution), PRE-SAFE®, PRE-SAFE® Brake, the HOLD function, hill start assist, the adaptive brake lights and ESP® trailer stabilisation, for example, are also deactivated. 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 if you brake hard, for example. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec- ted. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase. 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 not available due to a malfunction. Therefore, ABS, BAS, BAS PLUS, ESP®, PRE-SAFE®, PRE-SAFE® Brake, the HOLD func- tion, 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 if you brake hard, for example. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec- ted. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase. If ESP® is not operational, ESP® is unable to stabilise the vehicle. The danger of skidding and having an accident increases. X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction

display.

X Drive on carefully. X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

ABS and ESP® are not available due to a fault. Therefore, BAS, BAS PLUS, EBD, PRE-SAFE®, PRE-SAFE® Brake, 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 if you brake hard, for example. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec- ted. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase. If ESP® is not operational, ESP® is unable to stabilise the vehicle. The danger of skidding and having an accident increases. 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

÷ä 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®. Exceptions: (Y page 73)

ESP® is deactivated. G WARNING If ESP® is switched off, ESP® is unable to stabilise the vehicle. The danger of skidding and having an accident increases. X Reactivate ESP®.

Exceptions: (Y page 73)

X Adapt your driving style to suit the road and weather conditions. If ESP® cannot be activated: X Drive on carefully. 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. The danger of skidding and having an accident increases. X Only switch to SPORT handling mode in accordance with the conditions written in the "Activating/deactivating SPORT han- dling mode" section (Y page 75).

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Problem

÷äå The yellow ESP® and ESP® OFF warning lamps are lit while the engine is running.

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ESP®, BAS, BAS PLUS, PRE-SAFE®, PRE-SAFE® Brake, 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 in an emergency braking situation can thus increase. If ESP® is not operational, ESP® is unable to stabilise the vehicle. The danger of skidding and having an accident increases. 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

÷å The yellow ESP® and ESP® OFF warning lamps are lit while the engine is running.

The red SRS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running.

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ESP®, BAS, PRE-SAFE®, the HOLD function, hill start assist and ESP® trailer stabilisation are temporarily unavailable. The adaptive brake lights, BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE® Brake 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 in an emergency braking situation can thus increase. If ESP® is not operational, ESP® is unable to stabilise the vehicle. The danger of skidding and having an accident increases. 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. 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 49).

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Engine Problem

The yellow engine diag- nostics warning lamp lights up while the engine is running.

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 168). 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 if 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 169). 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 169). X Wait until the engine has cooled down. X Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not

blocked, e.g. by frozen slush.

X Check the coolant level and top up the coolant (Y page 318).

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 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.

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. There is 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 169). X Wait until the engine has cooled down.

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Problem

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions X Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not

blocked, e.g. by frozen slush.

X Check the coolant level and top up the coolant (Y page 318).

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 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 G WARNING The distance to the vehicle in front is too small for the speed selected. There is a risk of an accident. X Increase the distance. G WARNING You are approaching a vehicle or a stationary obstacle in your line of travel at too high a speed. There is a risk of an accident. X Be prepared to brake immediately. X Pay careful attention to the traffic situation. You may have to

brake or take evasive action.

More information about DISTRONIC PLUS (Y page 179) and PRE-SAFE® Brake (Y page 77).

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Tyres Problem

The yellow tyre pres- sure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/ malfunction) is lit.

The yellow tyre pres- sure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/ malfunction) flashes for approximately one minute and then remains lit.

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tyre pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tyres. G WARNING With tyre pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the fol- lowing hazards: Rthe tyres may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed

increase.

Rthe tyres may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may

greatly impair tyre traction.

Rthe driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, may

be greatly impaired. There is a risk of an accident.

X Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking manoeuvres. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so.

X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 169). X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction

display.

X Check the tyres and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a

flat tyre (Y page 330).

X Check the tyre pressure (Y page 353). X If necessary, correct the tyre pressure. The tyre pressure monitor is faulty. G WARNING The system is possibly unable to recognise or register low tyre pressure. There is a risk of an accident. X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction

display.

X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

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Useful information ............................ 294
Loading guidelines ............................ 294
Stowage areas .................................. 294
Features ............................................. 299

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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 28).

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. Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the boot lid is open when the engine is running, espe- cially if the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of poisoning. Always switch off the engine before opening the boot lid. Never drive with the boot lid 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 boot is the preferred place to carry

objects.

Rposition heavy loads as far forwards as pos- sible and as low down in the boot as pos- sible.

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.

Rsecure the load with sufficiently strong and wear-resistant lashing material. Pad sharp edges for protection.

i Load restraints are available at any quali- fied specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes- Benz Service Centre.

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 boot.

Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 294).

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.

The glove compartment can only be locked and unlocked using the emergency key ele- ment.

X To lock: insert the emergency key element into the lock and turn it 90° clockwise to position 2.

X To unlock: insert the emergency key ele-

ment into the lock and turn it 90° anti- clockwise to position 1.

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i The glove compartment can be cooled

(Y page 146).

Stowage compartment in the centre con- sole

X To open: slide cover : in the direction of

the arrow.

Stowage compartment/telephone com- partment under the armrest

X To open: press left-hand button ; or right-

hand button :. The stowage compartment opens.

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). Before using these connections, you must remove the mobile phone bracket (see the separate installation instructions) and fold

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up the preinstalled mobile phone holder (Y page 303).

Folding the seat backrest forwards

Stowage net Stowage nets are located in the front- passenger footwell and on the left-hand side of the boot. Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 294) and the safety notes regarding stowage spaces (Y page 294).

Through-loading facility in the rear bench seat 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 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.

Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 294). The left-hand and right-hand rear seat backr- ests can be folded down separately to increase the boot capacity.

i Vehicles with memory function: when you fold one or both parts of the rear seat back- rest forwards, the respective front seat moves forward slightly, when necessary, in order to avoid contact.

X Vehicles without memory function: if nec-

essary, move the driver's or front- passenger seat forwards.

X Open the boot. X Pull right-hand or left-hand rear seat back-

rest release handle :. The corresponding rear seat backrest is released.

X Fold rear seat backrest ; forwards. X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat

back if necessary.

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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 boot.

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 rear seat backrest : back until it

engages. If the rear seat backrest is not engaged and locked, this will be shown in the multifunc- tion display in the instrument cluster. A warning tone also sounds.

i If you do not need the through-loading

feature, you should always engage the rear seat backrests. This will prevent unauthor- ised access to the boot from the vehicle interior.

X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat

back if necessary.

Securing a load Lashing eyelets Observe the following notes on securing loads: RObserve the loading guidelines

(Y page 294).

RSecure the load using the lashing eyelets. RDistribute the load on the lashing eyelets

evenly.

Vehicle with through-loading feature in the rear bench seat : 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 5 kg. Do not use it to secure a load.

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Roof carrier Important safety notes G WARNING When a load is transported on the roof, the vehicle's centre of gravity rises and the han- dling changes. If you exceed the maximum roof load, the handling as well as steering and braking characteristics are severely affected. There is a risk of an accident. Always observe the maximum roof load and adapt your driving style.

! 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. Depending on the vehicle equipment, ensure that when the roof carrier is fitted you can: Ropen the panorama sliding sunroof fully Ropen the boot lid fully

! To avoid damaging or scratching the cov- ers, do not use metallic or hard objects to open them.

The maximum roof load is 100 kg. An incorrectly secured roof carrier or roof load may become detached from the vehicle. You must therefore ensure that you observe the roof carrier manufacturer's installation instructions.

: Bag hook

Stowage well under the boot floor The TIREFIT kit, the vehicle tool kit, etc. are located in the stowage compartment.

X To open: pull handle : up.

X Hook handle : into rain trough ;. ! Remove the handle again before closing the boot lid and snap it in tightly to prevent the handle flap from protruding. Otherwise, you could damage the handle.

Attaching the roof carrier

Cup holder in the front centre console

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Vehicles with a steel roof

: Cup holders ; Cover X To open: slide cover ; back.

Removing and fitting the cup holder Removing

Vehicles with a panorama sliding sunroof 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 ! Only use the cup holders for containers of

the right size and which have lids. The drinks could otherwise spill.

X Pry groove ; away carefully on the front- passenger side using a suitable tool until lug = becomes visible.

X Pull the cup holder upwards slightly, to the

stop.

X Pry groove : away carefully on the driver's side using a suitable tool. At the same time, pull the cup holder upwards slightly to the stop.

X Pry groove on driver's side : and front-

passenger side ; away alternately. When doing so, lift the cup holder upwards until it can be removed.

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Fitting

Sun visors Overview

X Insert left-hand and right-hand grooves ;

of the cup holder into lateral springs =. Insert the cup holder so that the wedge of the upper section of cup holder : faces forwards.

X Press the cup holder downwards until it

engages on the front-passenger side.

Cup holder in the rear stowage box

X To open: slide cover : forwards.

: 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 retainer ; and mirror cover A has been folded up.

Glare from the side X Fold down the sun visor. X Pull the sun visor out of retainer ;. X Swing the sun visor to the side.

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.

i You can remove the ashtray insert and use the resulting compartment for stow- age.

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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.

X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition

lock (Y page 149).

X To open: slide cover : forwards until it

engages.

X Press in cigarette lighter ;.

Cigarette lighter ; will pop out automati- cally when the heating element is red-hot.

X To close: briefly press cover : at the

front. The cover moves back.

X To open: slide cover : forwards until it

engages.

X To remove the insert: hold insert = by the ribbing at the sides and lift it up ; and out.

X To refit the insert: press insert = into the

holder until it engages.

X To close: briefly press cover : at the

front. The cover moves back.

Rear-compartment ashtray

X To open: pull cover ; out by its top edge. X To remove the insert: press release but-

ton = and lift the 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.

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12 V sockets General notes The sockets can be used for accessories with a maximum draw of 180 W (15 A). Accesso- ries include such items as bulbs or chargers for mobile phones. If you use the sockets for long periods when the engine is switched off, the battery may discharge. X Turn the key to position 1 in the ignition

lock (Y page 149).

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

X To open: slide cover : forwards until it

engages.

X Lift up the cover of socket ;. X To close: briefly press cover : at the

front. The cover retracts.

Socket in the rear-compartment centre console A socket is fitted in the centre console in the rear compartment in vehicles with an ashtray and a cigarette lighter.

X Pull cover ; out by its top edge. X Lift up the cover of socket :.

Mobile phone Important safety notes G WARNING Operating mobile communications equip- ment while driving distracts you from paying attention to traffic conditions. This could also cause you to lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. Use this device only when the vehicle is sta- tionary.

i You must observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving when operating mobile communi- cations equipment in the vehicle. If it is permitted by law to operate commu- nications equipment while the vehicle is in motion, you may only do so if the traffic sit- uation permits. You may otherwise be dis- tracted from the traffic conditions, cause an accident and injure yourself and others. Excessive levels of electromagnetic radiation may cause damage to your health and to the health of others. The use of an exterior aerial takes into consideration the scientific discus- sion surrounding the possible health risk posed by electromagnetic fields.

Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of an approved exterior aerial. This ensures: Roptimal mobile phone reception quality in

the vehicle.

Rmutual interference between the vehicle

electronics and mobile phones is mini- mised.

An exterior aerial has the following advan- tages: Rit conducts the electromagnetic fields gen- erated by a wireless device to the exterior. Rthe field strength in the vehicle interior is lower than in a vehicle that does not have an exterior aerial.

Information on retrofitting two-way radios and mobile phones (RF transmitters) (Y page 370).

General notes There are various mobile phone brackets that may be fitted in your vehicle; in some cases, these are country-specific. You can connect a Bluetooth®-capable mobile phone with Audio 20 or COMAND Online via the Bluetooth® interface. This also applies if your vehicle is equipped with con- venience telephony. More information on suitable mobile phones, mobile phone brackets and on connecting Bluetooth®-capable mobile phones with Audio 20 or COMAND Online can be obtained: Rat your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre Ron the Internet at http://www.mercedes-

benz.com/connect

i The functions and services available when you use the phone depend on your mobile phone model and service provider.

Using a mobile phone If the mobile phone is inserted in the mobile phone bracket, the mobile phone will be charged and connected with the exterior aer- ial.

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X Open the telephone compartment

(Y page 295).

X Place the mobile phone bracket into the

pre-installed fitting (see the separate installation instructions for the mobile phone fitting).