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Contents


Index ....................................................... 4


At a glance ........................................... 25


Introduction ......................................... 20


Safety and security ............................. 35


Control systems .................................. 67


Controls in detail .............................. 251


Operation ........................................... 365


Practical hints ................................... 411


Technical data ................................... 479


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1, 2, 3 ... 4-ETS


4MATIC


see ETS/4-ETS


see All-wheel drive (4MATIC) 911 emergency call .......................... 137


ABC (Active Body Control) ................ 319


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 419
ABS (Antilock Brake System) ............. 57
Indicator lamp ................................ 451
Messages in the multifunction display ................................... 429, 430
Accessory weight .............................. 393
Accidents ........................................... 288
Air bags ........................................... 37
Emergency calls (Tele Aid) ............. 354
Emergency calls (Telephone) ......... 137


Active Bi-Xenon headlamps


see Headlamps


Active Body Control


see ABC Adaptive Brake .................................... 59
Adaptive Brake Lights ......................... 59
Adaptive Damping System


see ADS


Additives


Engine oil ....................................... 493
Gasoline ......................................... 494
Address book ..................................... 146
Address change ................................... 21
ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ..... 317
Advanced Parking Guidance ............ 327
Canceling ....................................... 332
Detecting a parking space ............. 329
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 423
Parking .......................................... 330


Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Advanced TPMS) ................................................. 377


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 426


Air bags ................................................ 37
Emergency call upon deployment .. 354
Front, driver and passenger ............. 40
Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp .......................... 41, 459
Knee bag .......................................... 40
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 417
OCS (Occupant Classification System) ........................................... 41
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Side impact ...................................... 40
Window curtain ................................ 41


Air conditioning refrigerant and lubricant ............................................. 493
Air distribution .................................. 342
AIRMATIC


ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ... 317
Introduction ................................... 317
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 437
Vehicle level control ...................... 318


Air pressure


see Tire inflation pressure Air pressure (tires) ............................ 393
Air recirculation mode ...................... 343
Air volume .......................................... 342
Alarm system


see Anti-theft systems


Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) .............................................. 412, 468
All-wheel drive (4MATIC) .................. 321
Alternator


Messages in the multifunction display ................................... 425, 444


Alternator (Technical data)


see Vehicle specification AMG menu ......................................... 208
Anticorrosion/antifreeze .................. 495
Antilock Brake System


see ABS Anti-theft systems ............................... 65
Anti-theft alarm system ................... 65
Immobilizer ...................................... 65


Aquaplaning


see Hydroplaning


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Armrest, front


Storage compartment .................... 349
Storage tray/telephone compartment ................................. 349


Armrest, rear


Storage compartment .................... 349
Ashtray ............................................... 352
Aspect ratio (tires) ............................ 393
Assistance menu ............................... 212
Audio Aux ........................................... 172
Audio menu ........................................ 207
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ..... 272
Automatic central locking ................ 257
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 275
Automatic interior lighting control .. 279
Automatic shift program .................. 296
Automatic transmission ................... 291
Automatic shift program ................ 296
Gear range indicator ...................... 295
Gear ranges ................................... 295
Gear selector lever ........................ 291
Hill-start assist system .................. 315
Kickdown ....................................... 295
Kickdown (manual shift program) . . 299
Manual shift program ..................... 298
One-touch gearshifting .................. 297
Program mode indicator ................ 296
Program mode selector switch (automatic shift program) .............. 296
Program mode selector switch (manual shift program) .................. 298
Shifting procedure ......................... 293
Steering wheel gearshift control .... 297
Transmission position indicator ..... 294
Transmission positions .................. 294


Audio ............................................. 172
Media interface .............................. 183
Sockets .......................................... 173
Video ............................................. 172
Axle oils .............................................. 491


AUX


Backrest


see Seats


Backup lamps


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 446
Bar (air pressure unit) ....................... 393
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 57
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System PLUS) .................................................... 57
Batteries, SmartKey


Checking condition ........................ 255
Replacing ....................................... 461
Battery, Vehicle ................................. 469
Charging ........................................ 471
Jump starting ................................. 471
Messages in the multifunction display ................................... 425, 444
Bead (tire) .......................................... 393
Beverage holders


see Cup holders Blind Spot Assist ............................... 335


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 423
Switching on or off ......................... 213
Bluetooth® interface ......................... 138
Brake Assist System


see BAS


Brake Assist System PLUS


see BAS PLUS


Brake fluid


Checking level ............................... 373
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 434


Brake lamps


Brake pads


Cleaning lenses ............................. 406


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 428
Brakes ................................................ 398
High-performance brake system .... 400
Warning lamp ................................. 451
Break-in period .................................. 366
Bulbs


see Replacing bulbs


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CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ... 23
California retail buyers and lessees, important notice for ............. 21
Calls (phone) .............................. 135, 211
Can holders


see Cup holders


Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .................................. 490
Carpets, cleaning .............................. 409
CD player ............................................ 162
Central locking


Automatic ...................................... 257
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 253
Locking/unlocking from inside ...... 257
SmartKey ....................................... 252
Central locking/unlocking switch ... 257
Certification label .............................. 480
Children in the vehicle


Air bags ........................................... 37
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type (ISOFIX) ........................................... 54
Indicator lamp, front passenger front air bag off ................................ 41
Infant and child restraint systems .... 51
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors – LATCH-type) ..................................... 54
OCS (Occupant Classification System) ........................................... 41
Override switch ................................ 55
Safety notes ..................................... 51
Tether anchorage points .................. 53
Top tether ........................................ 53


Child safety


see Children in the vehicle


Child seat anchors – LATCH-type (ISOFIX)


see Children in the vehicle


Chrome-plated exhaust tip, cleaning .............................................. 410
Cigarette lighter ................................ 353
Climate control system .................... 338
Air conditioning ............................. 340
Air conditioning refrigerant ............ 493
Air distribution ............................... 342
Air recirculation mode ................... 343
Air volume ..................................... 342


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Automatic mode ............................ 341
Deactivating system ...................... 340
Front defroster .............................. 343
Maximum cooling MAX COOL ........ 343
Residual heat and ventilation ......... 344
Temperature .................................. 341
Cockpit ................................................. 27
Cold tire inflation pressure .............. 393
Collapsible wheel chock ................... 412
COMAND .............................................. 68
Address book ................................. 146
Audio playback .............................. 162
AUX sockets .................................. 172
Components .................................... 69
Controller ......................................... 71
FM/AM Radio ................................ 152
Gracenote® Media Database ......... 171
HD Radio™ .................................... 154
Inserting/ejecting CDs and DVDs . 165
Introduction ..................................... 68
iPod® ............................................. 183
Media interface .............................. 183
Music Register ............................... 180
Navigation ........................................ 83
Operating ......................................... 72
Phone book .................................... 146
Reset to factory settings .................. 82
Satellite radio ................................ 157
SD card .......................................... 166
Shortcut buttons .............................. 69
Switching on or off ........................... 68
System settings ............................... 79
Telephone ...................................... 135
Telephone keypad ............................ 70
Upload/Download of Data ............... 82
USB socket ...................................... 72
Vehicle settings ............................. 189
Video DVD ..................................... 174
Voice Control System .................... 217
Combination switch .......................... 277
Controller (COMAND) .......................... 71
Control system .................................. 201
Multifunction display ..................... 203
Multifunction steering wheel ......... 202
Control system menus ...................... 203
AMG ............................................... 208
Assistance ..................................... 212


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Index


Audio ............................................. 207
Navi ............................................... 206
Service ........................................... 214
Settings ......................................... 214
Telephone ...................................... 211
Trip ................................................ 204


Coolant


Anticorrosion/antifreeze ............... 495
Capacities ...................................... 491
Checking level ............................... 372
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 442
Temperature gauge ........................ 300
Corner-illuminating lamps ................ 278
Cruise control .................................... 302
Activating ....................................... 302
Canceling ....................................... 303
Changing the set speed ................. 303
Last stored speed .......................... 304
Lever .............................................. 302
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 420
Resume function ............................ 304
Setting current speed .................... 303
Cup holders ........................................ 350
Curb weight ....................................... 393
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ... 23
Customer Relations Department ....... 23


Dashboard


see Instrument cluster Data recording ..................................... 23
Daytime running lamp mode ............ 276
Switching on or off ......................... 215


Deep water


see Standing water Defogging (windshield) ..................... 343
Defroster


Front (Climate control system) ...... 343
Rear window .................................. 344


Department of Transportation


see DOT


Difficulties


While driving .................................. 288
With starting .................................. 286


Digital speedometer


Dimensions (vehicle)


Additional speedometer ................. 215


see Vehicle specification Direction of rotation (tires) .............. 385
Displays


COMAND display ............................. 69
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 307
Maintenance service indicator ....... 402
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 414
Multifunction display ..................... 203
Symbol messages .......................... 428
Text messages ............................... 416
Trip computer ................................ 204
Vehicle status message memory ... 214
Display settings (COMAND) ................ 79
DISTRONIC PLUS ............................... 304
Cleaning system sensors ............... 406
Displaying the distance graphic ..... 308
Displays in the multifunction display ........................................... 307
Distance warning lamp .......... 307, 457
Driving ........................................... 310
Driving with .................................... 313
Lever .............................................. 309
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 421
Resume function ............................ 312
Sensor cover .................................. 406
Speed settings ............................... 311
Stopping ........................................ 311
Door control panel .............................. 34
Doors


Locking/unlocking (KEYLESS-GO) . 253
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ...... 252
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 439
Opening from inside ...................... 256
Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ........... 359
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ....... 359
Unlocking (Mechanical key) ........... 460


DOT (Department of Transportation) .................................. 393
Drinking and driving ......................... 397
Drive-dynamic multicontour seats . . 199


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Driving


Abroad ........................................... 401
Hydroplaning ................................. 400
Instructions ........................... 285, 397
In winter ........................................ 396
Problems ....................................... 288
Safety systems ................................ 56
Systems ......................................... 301
Through standing water ................. 400
With DISTRONIC PLUS ................... 313


Driving and parking


Safety notes .................................. 285
Driving off .................................. 287, 400
Driving safety systems ....................... 56
ABS .................................................. 57
Adaptive Brake ................................ 59
Adaptive Brake Lights ...................... 59
BAS .................................................. 57
BAS PLUS ........................................ 57
EBP .................................................. 59
ESC .................................................. 59
ETS/4-ETS ....................................... 60
PRE-SAFE® Brake ............................. 62


Driving systems


Active Body Control (ABC) ............. 319
Advanced Parking Guidance .......... 327
AIRMATIC ...................................... 317
All-wheel drive (4MATIC) ................ 321
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 335
Cruise control ................................ 302
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 304
Hill-start assist system .................. 315
HOLD function ............................... 316
Night View Assist ........................... 333
Park Assist ..................................... 324
Parktronic system .......................... 321
Rear view camera .......................... 332


Driving tips, automatic transmission ...................................... 295
DVD, audio ......................................... 162
DVD, video ......................................... 174


EBP (Electronic Brake Proportioning) ...................................... 59
Electrical system


Improper work on or modifications ................................... 22
Power outlets ................................. 353


Electrical system (Technical data)


see Vehicle specification Electronic parking brake .................. 288
Electronic Stability Control


see ESC


Electronic Traction System


see ETS/4-ETS


Emergency, in case of


First aid kit ..................................... 412
Flat tire .......................................... 465
Hazard warning flasher .................. 278
Roadside Assistance ................ 21, 356
Towing the vehicle ......................... 473


Emergency calls


Tele Aid .......................................... 354
Telephone ...................................... 137
Emergency engine shutdown ........... 478
Emergency operations


Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ........... 359
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ....... 359
Trunk lid, emergency release ......... 260


Emergency Tensioning Device


see ETD Emission control ............................... 401
Information label ............................ 481
System warranties ........................... 20


Engine


Break-in recommendations ............ 366
Cleaning ......................................... 405
Compartment ................................ 368
Malfunction indicator lamp ............ 457
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 442
Number .......................................... 481
Starting .......................................... 285
Turning off ..................................... 290


Engine (Technical data)


see Vehicle specification


Engine coolant


see Coolant


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Engine oil


Adding ........................................... 371
Additives ........................................ 493
Checking level ............................... 369
Consumption ................................. 369
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 444
Oil dipstick ..................................... 369
Recommended engine oils and oil filter ............................................... 492
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) ...... 59
ETS/4-ETS ....................................... 60
Messages in the multifunction display ........................... 429, 430, 435
Warning lamp ................................. 456


ETD (Emergency Tensioning Device) ................................................. 48
Safety guidelines ............................. 39


ETS/4-ETS (Electronic Traction System) ................................................ 60
Express operation


Power windows .............................. 282
Tilt/sliding sunroof ........................ 345
Exterior lamp switch ......................... 275
Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 271
Fold-in function .............................. 273
Parking position ............................. 272
Power folding ................................. 273
Exterior view of vehicle ...................... 26


Fastening the seat belts ..................... 47
First aid kit ......................................... 412
Flat tire ............................................... 465
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 469
Mounting the spare wheel ............. 466
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 465
Spare wheel ........................... 465, 490
Floormats ........................................... 363
Fluids


ABC fluid ................................ 371, 491
Automatic transmission fluid ......... 491
Brake fluid ..................................... 491
Capacities ...................................... 490
Engine coolant ............................... 491
Engine oil ....................................... 490


Power steering fluid ....................... 491
Washer and headlamp cleaning system ........................................... 492
Fog lamps ........................................... 277


Messages in the multifunction display ................................... 446, 448


Fold-in function for exterior rear view mirrors ...................................... 273
Four-wheel drive


see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)


Front air bags


see Air bags Front passenger front air bag ............ 40


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 417


Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp ............................. 41, 459
Fuel ..................................................... 366
Additives ........................................ 494
Capacity, fuel tank ......................... 491
Drive sensibly–safe fuel ................. 397
Fuel consumption statistics ........... 204
Fuel filler flap and cap ................... 367
Fuel tank reserve warning lamp ..... 457
Premium unleaded gasoline ........... 493
Refueling ........................................ 366
Requirements ................................ 494
Fuel filler flap ..................................... 367
Fuel gauge ......................................... 301
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ........ 490
Fuel tank


Capacity ........................................ 491
Fuel filler flap and cap ................... 367
Refueling ........................................ 366
Fuses .................................................. 476


Garage door opener .......................... 360
Gasoline


see Fuel GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ... 394
Gear range ......................................... 295
Indicator ........................................ 295
Limiting .......................................... 297
Shifting into optimal ...................... 298
Gear selector lever ............................ 291
Cleaning ......................................... 409


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Gearshift pattern ........................... 291
Shifting procedure ......................... 293
Transmission position indicator ..... 294
Transmission positions .................. 294


Generator


see Alternator


Global locking/unlocking


see Key, SmartKey Glove box ........................................... 348
Gracenote® Media Database ............ 171
Gross Axle Weight Rating


see GAWR


Gross Vehicle Weight


see GVW


Gross Vehicle Weight Rating


see GVWR GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) ............ 394
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ................................................ 394


Hard plastic trim items, cleaning .... 409
Hazard warning flasher .................... 278
HD Radio™ ......................................... 154
Headlamp cleaning system .............. 278
Headlamps


Active Bi-Xenon headlamps ........... 274
Automatic headlamp mode ............ 275
Bi-Xenon ........................................ 274
Cleaning lenses ............................. 406
Cleaning system ............................ 278
Daytime running lamp mode .......... 276
High-beam flasher ......................... 278
High-beam headlamps ................... 278
Low-beam headlamps .................... 275
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 446
Replacing bulbs ............................. 463
Switch ............................................ 275


Headliner and shelf below rear window, cleaning and care of .......... 409
Head restraints ................................. 264
Adjustment ............................ 264, 267
Folding back .................................. 268
Rear seat head restraints ............... 268
Heated steering wheel ...................... 270


Height adjustment


Seats ............................................. 264
Vehicle level control ...................... 318
High-beam flasher ............................. 278
High-beam headlamps ...................... 278
Indicator lamp .................................. 29
High-performance brake system ..... 400
Hill-start assist system ..................... 315
HOLD function ................................... 316
Hood ................................................... 368


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 439
Horn ...................................................... 27
Hydroplaning ..................................... 400


Identification labels .......................... 480
Identification number, vehicle (VIN) ................................................... 481
Ignition ....................................... 262, 285
Immobilizer .......................................... 65
Indicator lamps


see Lamps, indicator and warning


Infant and child restraint systems


see Children in the vehicle


Inflation pressure


see Tires, Inflation pressure Infrared reflecting windshield ......... 364
Inside door handle ...................... 34, 256
Instrument cluster ...................... 29, 300
Illumination .................................... 300
Lamps ............................................ 450
Multifunction display ..................... 203


Instrument lighting


Instrument panel


see Instrument cluster, Illumination


see Instrument cluster


Instruments and controls


see Cockpit


Interior lighting


Emergency lighting ........................ 280
Front .............................................. 279
Front reading lamps ....................... 279
Rear ............................................... 279
Interior rear view mirror ................... 271
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors .... 272


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Interior storage spaces


see Storage compartments Intermittent wiping ........................... 281
Rain sensor .................................... 281
iPod® (media interface) .................... 183
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors – LATCH-type)


see Children in the vehicle


Jack ..................................................... 413
Jump starting ..................................... 471


Key, Mechanical


Key, SmartKey


Loss of ........................................... 256
Replacing ....................................... 256
Unlocking/locking manually .......... 460
Valet locking .................................. 261


Battery check lamp ........................ 255
Checking batteries ......................... 255
Factory setting ...................... 253, 255
Global locking (KEYLESS- GO) ................................................ 255
Global locking (SmartKey) ............. 253
Global unlocking (KEYLESS- GO) ................................................ 255
Global unlocking (SmartKey) ..................................... 253
Important notes on KEYLESS-GO ... 254
Locking/unlocking ........................ 252
Loss of ........................................... 256
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 440
Opening, trunk ............................... 258
Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof ......................... 283
Opening and closing the windows . 283
Remote control .............................. 252
Replacing ....................................... 256
Replacing batteries ........................ 461
Restoring to factory setting ... 253, 255
Selective setting .................... 253, 255
Starter switch positions ................. 262


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KEYLESS-GO


Starter switch positions ................. 262
Keypad (COMAND) .............................. 70
Kickdown ........................................... 295
Kickdown (manual shift program) ... 299
Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ........... 394
Knee bag .............................................. 40


Labels


Certification ................................... 480
Emission control information ......... 481
Tire and Loading Information placard ........................................... 381
Tire inflation pressure .................... 376


Lamps, exterior


Exterior lamp switch ...................... 275
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 446
Switching on/off ........................... 275


Lamps, indicator and warning


ABS .......................................... 29, 451
Brakes ........................................... 451
Distance warning lamp .......... 307, 457
Engine malfunction ........................ 457
ESC .......................................... 29, 456
ESC OFF ........................................ 456
Fog lamps ...................................... 277
Front passenger front air bag off ............................................ 41, 459
Fuel tank reserve ........................... 457
High-beam headlamps ............. 29, 278
Instrument cluster ......................... 450
Low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale ........................ 458
Seat belt telltale ................ 29, 48, 454
SRS .......................................... 36, 455
Turn signals ..................................... 29
Language settings ............................... 81
LATCH-type child seat anchors (ISOFIX)


see Children in the vehicle


License plate lamps


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 447
Light alloy wheels, cleaning ............. 408
Lighter


see Cigarette lighter


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Lighting .............................................. 274
Daytime running lamp mode .......... 276
Exterior .......................................... 275
Interior ........................................... 279
Limp-home mode .............................. 299
Load index (tires) ...................... 389, 394
Loading


see Vehicle loading


Locking the vehicle


KEYLESS-GO .................................. 253
Manually ........................................ 461
SmartKey ....................................... 252


Loss of


Key ................................................ 256
Service and Warranty Information booklet .......................................... 480
Low-beam headlamps ....................... 275
Exterior lamp switch ...................... 275
Switching on .................................. 275
Lubricants .......................................... 490


Maintenance ........................................ 21
Maintenance Call, automatic (Tele Aid) ..................................................... 359
Maintenance System


Service indicator display ................ 402
Service indicator message ............. 402
Service term exceeded .................. 402


Manual headlamp mode (Low- beam headlamps) .............................. 275
Manual shift program ....................... 298
Maximum engine speed


see Vehicle specification Maximum loaded vehicle weight ..... 394
Maximum load rating (tires) ............. 394
Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure .............................. 394
Mechanical key


see Key, Mechanical Media interface ................................. 183
Memory function ............................... 273
Menus


see Control system menus


Minispare wheel


see Spare wheel


Mirrors ............................................... 271
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors .... 272
Exterior rear view mirror parking position .......................................... 272
Exterior rear view mirrors .............. 271
Interior rear view mirror ................. 271
Memory function ........................... 273
Power folding exterior rear view mirrors ........................................... 273
Vanity mirror .................................. 351
MON (Motor Octane Number) .......... 494
Motor Octane Number


see MON MP3 .................................................... 162
Multifunction display ........................ 203
Symbol messages .......................... 428
Text messages ............................... 416
Vehicle status messages ............... 414


Multifunction display messages


ABC (Active Body Control) ............. 419
ABS ....................................... 429, 430
Active headlamps .......................... 446
Advanced Parking Guidance .......... 423
Advanced TPMS ............................. 426
Air bags ......................................... 417
AIRMATIC ...................................... 437
Alternator .............................. 425, 444
Automatic transmission .......................... 424, 425
Backrests ....................................... 439
Battery ................................... 425, 444
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 423
Brake fluid ..................................... 434
Brake pads ..................................... 428
Coolant .......................................... 442
Corner-illuminating lamps .............. 449
Cruise control ................................ 420
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 421
Doors ............................................. 439
EBP ................................................ 430
Engine oil ....................................... 444
ESC ............................... 429, 430, 435
Fog lamps .............................. 446, 448
Front passenger front air bag ........ 417
Gas cap .......................................... 445
High-beam lamps ........................... 447
Hood .............................................. 439
License plate lamps ....................... 447


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Night View Assist .............................. 333


Cleaning the windshield in front of the camera .................................... 407
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 438
Normal occupant weight .................. 394
Number, vehicle identification (VIN) ................................................... 481


Occupant Classification System


see OCS (Occupant Classification System) Occupant distribution ....................... 394
Occupant safety


Air bags ........................................... 37
Children and air bags ....................... 37
Children in the vehicle ..................... 51
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type (ISOFIX) ........................................... 54
Fastening the seat belts ................... 47
Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp .......................... 41, 459
Infant and child restraint systems .... 51
Introduction ..................................... 36
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors – LATCH-type) ..................................... 54
OCS (Occupant Classification System) ........................................... 41
PRE-SAFE® ....................................... 49
Seat belts .................................. 39, 45


OCS (Occupant Classification System) ................................................ 41
Self-test ........................................... 45
Odometer ........................................... 204
Oil, oil level


see Engine oil


On-board computer


see Control system One-touch gearshifting ..................... 297
Operating safety .................................. 22
Ornamental moldings, cleaning ....... 406
Overhead control panel ...................... 34


Light sensor ................................... 448
Low-beam lamps ............................ 448
Night View Assist ........................... 438
Park Assist ..................................... 422
Parking lamps ................................ 447
PRE-SAFE® .................................... 416
Radar sensors ................................ 424
Reserve fuel ................................... 445
Reverse lamp ................................. 446
Side marker lamps ......................... 446
SmartKey ....................................... 440
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO .......... 440
SRS ................................................ 436
Tele Aid .......................................... 436
Tire inflation pressure ............ 426, 450
Tire pressure monitor .................... 426
Tires ...................................... 426, 450
Trunk ............................................. 439
Turn signals ................................... 449


Multifunction steering wheel


Adjustment .................................... 270
Buttons .......................................... 202
Cleaning ......................................... 409
Gearshift control ............................ 297
Heating .......................................... 270
Memory function ........................... 273
Music Register ................................... 180


Navigation ............................................ 83
Alternative route ............................ 125
Compass ........................................ 124
Destination memory ...................... 132
Entering a destination ...................... 93
Entering a stopover ........................ 109
Introduction ..................................... 83
Lane recommendation ................... 118
Last destinations ........................... 134
Map software version ...................... 83
Points of interest (POI) ................... 111
Route guidance .............................. 116
Traffic messages ............................ 125
Zagat® Rating Service .................... 115
“Where am I?” function .................. 123
Navi menu .......................................... 206
Nets, parcel ....................................... 348
Night security illumination .............. 191


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Paintwork, cleaning .......................... 404
Paintwork code ................................. 481
Panic alarm .......................................... 55
Parcel nets ......................................... 348
Park Assist ......................................... 324
Cleaning system sensors ............... 406
Collision warning ........................... 327
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 422
Range ............................................ 325
Switching on/off ........................... 327
System sensors ............................. 406
Warning indicators ......................... 326
Parking ............................................... 288
Advanced Parking Guidance .......... 327
Park Assist ..................................... 324
Parktronic system .......................... 321
Parking Guidance, Advanced ........... 327
Parking position


Exterior rear view mirrors .............. 272
Transmission position .................... 294


Parktronic system


Cleaning system sensors ............... 406
Malfunction .................................... 324
Minimum distance ......................... 322
Sensor range ................................. 322
Switching on/off ........................... 323
System sensors ............................. 322
Warning indicators ......................... 323
Parts service ...................................... 480
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp see Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp


Passenger safety


see Occupant safety Pedals ................................................. 397
Phone


see Telephone Phone book ........................................ 146
Plastic parts, cleaning ...................... 409
Power assistance .............................. 398
Power closing assist for doors and trunk lid .............................................. 261
Power outlets .................................... 353
Power seats


see Seats


Power tilt/sliding sunroof


Operation ....................................... 345
Synchronizing ................................ 347
Power washer .................................... 404
Power windows ................................. 282
Cleaning ......................................... 408
Operation ....................................... 282
Rear side window, override switch ... 55
Synchronizing ................................ 283
Practical hints ................................... 412
PRE-SAFE® ............................................ 49


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 416
PRE-SAFE® Brake ................................. 62
Activating/deactivating ................. 213
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 416


Problems


While driving .................................. 288
With vehicle ..................................... 23
With wipers .................................... 281
Product information ............................ 20
Production options weight ............... 394
Program mode selector switch


Automatic shift program ................ 296
Manual shift program ..................... 298


Proximity key


see Key, SmartKey PSI (air pressure unit) ....................... 394


RACETIMER ........................................ 209
Radar sensors


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 424
Switching on or off ......................... 216
Radio .................................................. 152
HD Radio™ .................................... 154
Satellite radio ................................ 157
Selecting stations .......................... 207
Radio transmitters ............................ 401
Rain sensor


see Intermittent wiping Rear axle oil ....................................... 491
Rear fog lamp


see Fog lamps


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Rear seat head restraints


see Head restraints


Rear side window


Override switch ................................ 55
Rear view camera .............................. 332
Cleaning the camera lens .............. 407
Rear window defroster ..................... 344
Recommended tire inflation pressure ..................................... 374, 394
Refrigerant, air conditioning ............ 493
Refueling ............................................ 366
Regular checks .................................. 367
Reminder, Seat belt


see Seat belts, Telltale


Remote control


see Key, SmartKey Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ............. 359
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ......... 359
Replacing


Key ................................................ 256
Replacing bulbs ................................. 463
Reporting safety defects .................... 23
Research Octane Number


see RON


Reserve fuel


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 445


Restraint systems


see Occupant safety Retaining hook .................................. 348
Rims ........................................... 394, 486
Roadside Assistance ................... 21, 356
RON (Research Octane Number) ..... 494
Rubber parts, cleaning ...................... 409


Safety


Driving safety systems ..................... 56
Occupant safety ............................... 36
Reporting defects ............................ 23


Safety belts


see Seat belts Satellite radio .................................... 157
SD card ............................................... 166
Seat belt force limiter ......................... 48
Seat belts ............................................. 45
Automatic comfort-fit feature .......... 49


Children in the vehicle ..................... 51
Cleaning ......................................... 409
Fastening ......................................... 47
Proper use of ................................... 46
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Safety notes ..................................... 45
Telltale ..................................... 29, 454
Seat heating ....................................... 269
Seating capacity ................................ 382
Seats .................................................. 264
Adjustment .................................... 264
Drive-dynamic ................................ 199
Heating .......................................... 269
Memory function ........................... 273
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 439
Ventilation ..................................... 269


Selective setting


Selector lever


Self-test


see Key, SmartKey


see Gear selector lever


OCS (Occupant Classification System) ........................................... 45
Tele Aid .......................................... 354


Service


see Maintenance Service, parts .................................... 480
Service and warranty information ..... 20
Service intervals


see Maintenance System, Service indicator message Service life (tires) .............................. 386
Service menu ..................................... 214
Settings


Automatic locking .......................... 193
Automatic mirror folding ................ 192
Display settings (COMAND) ............. 79
Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 190
Factory setting (KEYLESS-GO) ....... 255
Factory setting (SmartKey) ............ 253
Individual (vehicle) ......................... 214
Interior ambient lighting ................ 192
Language ......................................... 81
Locator lighting .............................. 192
Memory function ........................... 273
Night security illumination ............. 191
Rear window sunshade .................. 190


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Selective setting (KEYLESS-GO) ..... 255
Selective setting (SmartKey) .......... 253
Time ................................................. 79
Trunk opening-height restriction .... 193
Voice Control System ...................... 80
Shelf below rear window, cleaning .. 409
Shortcut buttons ................................. 69
Side impact air bags ........................... 40
Side marker lamps


Cleaning lenses ............................. 406
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 446
Sidewall (tires) .................................. 395
Side windows


see Power windows


SmartKey


see Key, SmartKey


SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO


see Key, SmartKey Snow chains ...................................... 396
Snow tires


see Winter tires Spare wheel ....................................... 486
Mounting ....................................... 466
Storage location ............................ 413
Speedometer ....................................... 29
Speed settings


Cruise control ................................ 303
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 311
Resume function ................... 304, 312


Indicator lamp .................................. 29


SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)


Indicator lamp ......................... 36, 455
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 436
Standing water, driving through ...... 400
Starter switch positions


KEYLESS-GO .................................. 262
SmartKey ....................................... 262
Starting difficulties (engine) ............ 286
Starting the engine ........................... 285
Steering column


see Multifunction steering wheel, Adjustment


Steering wheel


see Multifunction steering wheel


SRS


Steering wheel gearshift control ..... 297
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services ... 360
Storage compartments ..................... 348
Storing tires ....................................... 387
Sunroof


see Power tilt/sliding sunroof


Sunshade


Rear window .................................. 352
Sun visors .......................................... 351
Suspension tuning


see AIRMATIC


Tachometer .................................. 30, 301
Overspeed range ........................... 301


Tail lamps


Cleaning lenses ............................. 406
Tar stains ........................................... 404
Technical data


Air conditioning refrigerant .... 492, 493
Brake fluid ............................. 491, 493
Capacities fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ................................ 490
Coolant .................................. 491, 494
Engine oil additives ........................ 493
Engine oils ............................. 490, 492
Fuel requirements .......................... 494
Gasoline additives .......................... 494
Identification labels ....................... 480
Premium unleaded gasoline ........... 493
Rims and tires ................................ 486
Spare wheel ................................... 490
Vehicle specification CL 550 4MATIC ............................. 483
Vehicle specification CL 600 ......... 483
Vehicle specification CL 63 AMG ... 484
Vehicle specification CL 65 AMG ... 485
Washer and headlamp cleaning system ................................... 492, 496


Technical data (dimensions)


see Vehicle specification


Technical data (electrical system)


see Vehicle specification


Technical data (engine)


see Vehicle specification


Technical data (weights)


see Vehicle specification


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Tele Aid ............................................... 353
Automatic Maintenance Call .......... 359
Emergency calls ............................. 354
Information button ......................... 357
Initiating an emergency call manually ........................................ 355
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 436
Remote door lock .......................... 359
Remote door unlock ...................... 359
Roadside Assistance button .......... 356
Search & Send ............................... 358
SOS button .................................... 355
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services .. 360
System self-test ............................. 354
Telephone .......................................... 135
Answering/ending a call ................ 211
Bluetooth® interface ...................... 138
Call lists ......................................... 150
Call waiting, call holding, and conference ..................................... 145
Emergency call “911” .................... 137
Functions during a single party call ................................................. 144
Making calls ................................... 143
Menu ............................................. 211
Operation ....................................... 211
Phone book ........................... 146, 212
Redialing ........................................ 212
Telephone keypad ............................... 70
Temperature


Coolant .......................................... 300
Interior temperature ...................... 341
Outside .......................................... 301


Tether anchorage points


see Children in the vehicle


Tightening torque


Wheels ........................................... 469
Time settings ....................................... 79
TIN (Tire Identification Number) ...... 395
Tire and Loading Information placard ............................................... 381
Tire and loading terminology ........... 393
Tire Identification Number


see TIN


Tire inflation pressure


Checking ........................................ 377
Important notes on ........................ 375
Label on the inside of fuel filler flap ................................................ 376
Placard on driver’s door B-pillar ..... 381
Tire labeling ....................................... 389
Tire load rating .................................. 394
Tire ply composition and material used .................................................... 395
Tires ........................................... 373, 486


Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Advanced TPMS) ............................................ 377
Air pressure ................................... 374
Care and maintenance ................... 386
Cleaning ......................................... 387
Direction of rotation, spinning ....... 385
Important notes on tire inflation pressure ........................................ 375
Inflation pressure .................. 376, 377
Information placard ....................... 381
Inspection ...................................... 386
Labeling ......................................... 389
Load index ............................. 389, 394
Load rating .................................... 394
Messages in the multifunction display ................................... 426, 450
Ply composition and material used ............................................... 395
Problems under-/overinflation ...... 376
Retreads ........................................ 373
Rims and tires (technical data) ...... 486
Rotation ......................................... 388
Service life ..................................... 386
Sizes .............................................. 486
Snow chains .................................. 396
Speed rating .......................... 390, 395
Storing ........................................... 387
Temperature .......................... 375, 388
Terminology ................................... 393
Tire Identification Number ............. 395
TPMS low tire pressure/ malfunction telltale ........................ 458
Traction ................................. 387, 395
Tread ............................................. 395
Tread depth ........................... 386, 395
Treadwear ...................................... 387


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Treadwear indicators ............. 386, 395
Vehicle maximum load on .............. 395
Wear pattern .................................. 388
Winter tires ............................ 395, 486
Tire speed rating ....................... 390, 395
Top tether


see Children in the vehicle Total load limit ................................... 395
Towing


Towing eye bolt .............................. 474
Vehicle ........................................... 473
Towing eye bolt ................................. 474
Traction ...................................... 387, 395
Traffic messages ............................... 125
Transfer case ..................................... 299
Transmission


see Automatic transmission Transmission fluid level .................... 371
Transmission gear selector lever


see Gear selector lever Transmission positions .................... 294
Traveling abroad ............................... 401
Tread (tires) ....................................... 395
Tread depth (tires) .................... 386, 395
Treadwear .......................................... 387
Treadwear indicators (tires) .... 386, 395
Trip menu ........................................... 204
Trunk


Closing ........................................... 258
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 439
Opening ......................................... 258
Opening/closing system ............... 259
Opening-height restriction ............. 193
Trunk lid emergency release .......... 260
Unlocking manually ....................... 461
Valet locking .................................. 261
Turning off the engine ...................... 290
Turn signals ....................................... 277
Cleaning lenses ............................. 406
Indicator lamps ................................ 29
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 449


Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards .................................. 387, 395
Units


Selecting speedometer display mode ............................................. 215
Unleaded gasoline, premium ........... 493
Unlocking the vehicle


KEYLESS-GO .................................. 253
Manually ........................................ 460
SmartKey ....................................... 252
Upholstery, cleaning ......................... 409
USB devices (media interface) ......... 183
USB socket ........................................... 72
Useful features .................................. 350


Valet locking ...................................... 261
Vehicle


Battery ........................................... 469
Care ............................................... 403
Control system .............................. 201
Identification Number (VIN) ........... 480
Individual settings .......................... 214
Locking/unlocking ........................ 252
Lowering (wheel change) ............... 469
Modifications and alterations, Operating safety .............................. 22
Towing ........................................... 473
Unlocking/locking manually .......... 460


Vehicle dimensions


see Vehicle specification


Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ................................................... 480
Vehicle jack


see Jack


Vehicle level control


see AIRMATIC Vehicle lighting .................................. 274
Vehicle loading


Instructions .................................... 347
Load limit ....................................... 382
Terminology ................................... 393
Vehicle maximum load on the tire ... 395


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Vehicle specification


CL 550 4MATIC ............................. 483
CL 600 ........................................... 483
CL 63 AMG .................................... 484
CL 65 AMG .................................... 485
Vehicle status message memory .... 214
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 412
Vehicle washing


see Vehicle care


Vehicle weights


see Vehicle specification Video .................................................. 174
Video Aux ........................................... 172
Voice Control System


Address book ................................. 229
CD/DVD changer/MP3 ................. 234
Command list ................................ 237
External devices ............................. 236
Individualization ............................. 250
Introduction ................................... 217
Navigation ..................................... 219
Radio ............................................. 231
Settings ........................................... 80
Telephone ...................................... 225
Troubleshooting ............................. 247


Wheel


Changing ....................................... 465
Removing ....................................... 467
Spare ............................................. 465
Tightening torque ........................... 469
Wheels, sizes ..................................... 486
Wheels, Tires and .............................. 373
Window curtain air bags ..................... 41
Windows


see Power windows Windows, cleaning ............................ 408
Windshield


Cleaning wiper blades .................... 408
Defogging ...................................... 343
Infrared reflecting .......................... 364
Washer fluid ................................... 496
Wipers ........................................... 280


Windshield wipers


Replacing wiper blades .................. 464


Winter driving


Instructions .................................... 396
Snow chains .................................. 396
Tires ............................................... 395
Winter tires ................................ 395, 486
Wood trims, cleaning ........................ 410


ZAGAT® Rating Service ..................... 115


Warning sounds


Advanced Parking Guidance .......... 330
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 307
Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt ..... 48
Electronic parking brake ................ 431
Park Assist ..................................... 326
Parktronic system .......................... 324
Seat belt telltale ............................ 454
Warranty coverage ............................ 480
Washer and headlamp cleaning system ................................................ 496
Washer fluid


Mixing ratio .................................... 496
Refilling .......................................... 372
Washing the vehicle .......................... 403
Wear pattern (tires) .......................... 388
Weights (vehicle)


see Vehicle specification


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Product Information


Please observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using Genuine Mercedes- Benz Parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them, even if in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them. Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts and pre- approved conversion parts and accessories are available at any authorized Mercedes- Benz Center. In addition, you will receive comprehensive information on permissible technical modifications and expert installations.


Operator’s Manual Notes This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this Operator’s Manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.


We continuously strive to improve our product and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations, and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual might differ from your vehicle.


Vehicle equipment Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about operating particular equipment, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures. Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are special- order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle. If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manual, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures. The Operator’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.


Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including: RNew Vehicle Limited Warranty REmission System Warranty REmission Performance Warranty RCalifornia, Connecticut, Maine,


Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,


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Rhode Island, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty


RState Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon


Laws)


Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC Customer Assistance Center One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350


Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if after a reasonable number of repair attempts Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty. During the period of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles (approximately 29 000 km) on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs: (1) the same substantial defect or


malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect or malfunction has been subject to repair two or more times, and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in writing of the need for its repair,


(2) the same substantial defect or


malfunction of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have directly notified us in writing of the need for its repair, or


(3) the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days.


Written notification should not be sent to a dealer, it should be addressed to


Maintenance The Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals. Always have the Maintenance Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you.


Roadside Assistance The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory-trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada) will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure (in the USA) or the Roadside Assistance section of the Service and Warranty Information Booklet (in Canada) in your vehicle literature portfolio.


Change of address or ownership If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372), or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in


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contacting you in a timely manner should the need arise. If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator. If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes- Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.


Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that: RService facilities or replacement parts may


not be readily available.


RUnleaded gasoline for vehicles with


catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts.


RGasoline may have a considerably lower


octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage.


Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to: In the USA: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada: Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9


Operating safety


G Warning! Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. Because the vehicle’s electronic components are interconnected, any modifications made may produce an undesired effect on other systems. Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components. Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle. Some safety systems only function while the engine is running. You should therefore never turn off the engine while driving. G Warning! Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires/wheels may cause serious damage and impair the operating safety of your vehicle. Such blows can be caused, for example, by running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole. If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect that damage to your vehicle as occurred: Rturn on your hazard warning flashers Rslow down carefully Rdrive with caution to an area which is a safe


distance from the road


Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/ wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility for further inspection or repairs.


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Proper use of the vehicle Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rules: Rthe safety precautions in this manual Rthe “Technical data” section in this manual Rtraffic rules and regulations Rmotor vehicle laws and safety standards G Warning! Various warning labels are attached to your vehicle. These warning labels are intended to make you and others aware of various risks. Do not remove any of these warning labels unless explicitly instructed to do so by information on the label itself. Removing warning labels may cause you and others to be unaware of certain risks which may result in an accident and/or personal injury.


Problems with your vehicle


If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management or, if necessary, contact us at one of the following addresses: In the USA: Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada: Customer Relations Department Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9


Reporting safety defects


For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”.


Reporting safety defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA Headquarters, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, West Building, Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from www.safercar.gov.


Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with

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