High-beam flasher ............................. 101
High-beam headlamps .............. 100, 319
Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............. 100
Indicator lamp .................................. 29
Replacing bulbs ............................. 319
High-performance brake system ..... 256
Hill-start assist system ..................... 160
HOLD function ................................... 161
Hood ................................................... 223
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 293
Hydroplaning ..................................... 257
Identification labels .......................... 346
Identification number, vehicle
(VIN) ................................................... 346
Ignition ................................... 85, 86, 110
Immobilizer .......................................... 71
Indicator lamps
see Lamps, indicator and warning
Infant and child restraint systems
see Children in the vehicle
Inflation pressure
see Tires, Inflation pressure
Inside door handle .............................. 80
Instrument cluster ...................... 28, 125
Illumination .................................... 125
Lamps ............................................ 304
Multifunction display ..................... 128
Instrument lighting
Instrument panel
see Instrument cluster, Illumination
see Instrument cluster
Instruments and controls
see Cockpit
Interior lighting
Delayed shut-off ............................ 143
Emergency lighting ........................ 103
Front .............................................. 103
Front reading lamps ....................... 103
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Rear ............................................... 104
Rear reading lamps ........................ 104
Interior rear view mirror ..................... 94
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 95
Interior storage spaces
see Storage compartments
Intermittent wiping ........................... 104
Rain sensor .................................... 104
IR emitter
Replacing bulbs ............................. 319
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors – LATCH-type)
see Children in the vehicle
Jack ..................................................... 270
Jump starting ..................................... 338
Key, Mechanical
Key, SmartKey
Loss of ............................................. 79
Replacing ......................................... 80
Unlocking/locking manually .......... 314
Valet locking .................................... 85
Battery check lamp .......................... 79
Checking batteries ........................... 79
Factory setting ........................... 77, 79
Global locking (KEYLESS-
GO) .................................................. 79
Global locking (SmartKey) ................ 77
Global unlocking (KEYLESS-
GO) .................................................. 79
Global unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 77
Important notes on KEYLESS-GO ..... 78
Locking/unlocking ........................... 76
Loss of ............................................. 79
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 293
Opening, trunk ................................. 82
Opening and closing the power
tilt/sliding sunroof or the
panorama roof ............................... 107
Opening and closing the windows . 107
Remote control ................................ 76
Replacing ......................................... 80
Replacing batteries ........................ 317
Restoring to factory setting ....... 77, 79
Selective setting ........................ 77, 79
Starter switch positions ................... 85
KEYLESS-GO
Starter switch positions ................... 86
Kickdown ........................................... 119
Kickdown (manual shift program) ... 124
Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ........... 250
Knee bag .............................................. 40
Labels
Certification ................................... 346
Emission control information ......... 347
Tire and Loading Information
placard ........................................... 237
Tire inflation pressure .................... 230
Lamps, exterior
Exterior lamp switch ........................ 97
Front .............................................. 319
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 299
Switching on/off .............................. 97
Lamps, indicator and warning
ABS .......................................... 29, 305
Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............. 100
Brakes ........................................... 305
Coolant .......................................... 311
Distance warning lamp .......... 151, 309
Engine malfunction ........................ 310
ESC .......................................... 29, 309
ESC OFF ........................................ 308
Fog lamps ........................................ 99
Front passenger front air bag off
(Canada only) .......................... 46, 313
Front passenger front air bag off
(USA only) ................................ 43, 314
Fuel tank reserve ........................... 310
High-beam headlamps ............. 29, 100
Instrument cluster ......................... 304
Low-beam headlamps ................ 30, 98
Low tire pressure/TPMS
malfunction telltale ........................ 312
Seat belt telltale ................ 29, 52, 307
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SRS .......................................... 36, 308
Turn signals ..................................... 29
Lane Keeping Assist .......................... 177
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 283
Switching on or off ......................... 138
LATCH-type child seat anchors (ISOFIX)
see Children in the vehicle
License plate lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 301
Light alloy wheels, cleaning ............. 265
Lighter
see Cigarette lighter
Lighting ................................................ 97
Daytime running lamp mode ............ 98
Exterior ............................................ 97
Interior ........................................... 103
Limp-home mode .............................. 124
Load index (tires) ...................... 246, 250
Loading
see Vehicle loading
Locator lighting ................................. 142
Locking the vehicle
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 77
Manually ........................................ 315
SmartKey ......................................... 76
Loss of
Key .................................................. 79
Service and Warranty Information
booklet .......................................... 346
Low-beam headlamps ......................... 98
Exterior lamp switch ........................ 97
Indicator lamp .................................. 30
Replacing bulbs ............................. 319
Switching on .................................... 98
Lubricants .......................................... 359
Lumbar support ................................... 89
Maintenance ........................................ 21
Maintenance System
Service indicator display ................ 259
Service indicator message ............. 258
Service term exceeded .................. 259
Manual headlamp mode (Low-
beam headlamps) ................................ 98
Manual shift program ....................... 122
Maximum engine speed
see Vehicle specification
Maximum loaded vehicle weight ..... 250
Maximum load rating (tires) ............. 250
Maximum permissible tire
inflation pressure .............................. 251
Mechanical key
see Key, Mechanical
Media interface ................................. 201
Memory function ................................. 96
Menus
see Control system menus
Minispare wheel
see Spare wheel
Mirrors .................................................. 94
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 95
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position ............................................ 95
Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 95
Interior rear view mirror ................... 94
Memory function .............................. 96
Vanity mirror .................................. 205
MOExtended system ......................... 329
MOExtended tires ..................... 329, 353
MON (Motor Octane Number) .......... 363
Motor Octane Number
see MON
Multifunction display ........................ 128
Symbol messages .......................... 287
Text messages ............................... 274
Vehicle status messages ............... 272
Multifunction display messages
ABS ....................................... 288, 289
Active headlamps .......................... 299
Advanced TPMS ............................. 285
Air bags ......................................... 276
Air filter .......................................... 299
AIRMATIC ...................................... 292
Alternator .............................. 284, 297
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 292
Automatic
transmission .......................... 283, 284
Backrests ....................................... 293
Battery ................................... 284, 297
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 281
Brake fluid ..................................... 289
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Brake pads ..................................... 287
Child seat ...................................... 279
Coolant .......................................... 295
Corner-illuminating lamps .............. 303
Cruise control ................................ 279
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 280
Doors ............................................. 293
EBP ................................................ 289
Engine oil ....................................... 298
ESC ............................... 288, 289, 290
Fog lamps .............................. 300, 302
Front passenger front air bag ........ 276
Gas cap .......................................... 298
High-beam lamps ........................... 301
Hood .............................................. 293
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 283
License plate lamps ....................... 301
Light sensor ................................... 302
Low-beam lamps ............................ 302
Parking brake ................................ 289
Parking lamps ................................ 301
Power steering ............................... 295
PRE-SAFE® .................................... 274
Radar sensors ................................ 282
Reserve fuel ................................... 298
Reverse lamp ................................. 300
Side marker lamps ......................... 300
SmartKey ....................................... 293
SRS ................................................ 290
Tele Aid .......................................... 290
Tire inflation pressure ............ 284, 304
Tire pressure monitor .................... 285
Tires ...................................... 284, 304
Trunk ............................................. 293
Turn signals ................................... 303
Washer fluid ................................... 294
Adjustment ...................................... 93
Buttons .......................................... 126
Cleaning ......................................... 265
Easy-entry/exit feature ........... 93, 145
Gearshift control ............................ 122
Heating ............................................ 94
Memory function .............................. 96
Overview .......................................... 30
Multifunction steering wheel
Navigation system
see Separate operating instructions
Navi menu .......................................... 134
NECK-PRO active front head
restraints ............................................. 54
Resetting ....................................... 316
Nets, parcel ....................................... 199
Night View Assist Plus ...................... 172
Cleaning the windshield in front of
the camera .................................... 263
Normal occupant weight .................. 251
Number, vehicle identification
(VIN) ................................................... 346
Occupant Classification System
see OCS (Occupant Classification
System)
Occupant distribution ....................... 251
Occupant safety
Air bags ........................................... 37
BabySmart™ .................................... 46
Children and air bags ....................... 37
Children in the vehicle ..................... 56
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type
(ISOFIX) ........................................... 59
Fastening the seat belts ................... 50
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (Canada
only) ........................................ 46, 313
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (USA only) ........ 43, 314
Infant and child restraint systems .... 56
Introduction ..................................... 36
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors –
LATCH-type) ..................................... 59
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 43
PRE-SAFE® ....................................... 53
Seat belts .................................. 39, 48
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ................................................ 43
Self-test ........................................... 46
Odometer ........................................... 129
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Oil, oil level
see Engine oil
On-board computer
see Control system
One-touch gearshifting ..................... 121
Operating safety .................................. 22
Ornamental moldings, cleaning ....... 262
Overhead control panel ...................... 33
Paintwork, cleaning .......................... 261
Paintwork code ................................. 347
Panic alarm .......................................... 61
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ...................................... 195
Cleaning ......................................... 265
Operation ....................................... 195
Roller sunblinds ............................. 194
Synchronizing ................................ 196
Parcel nets ......................................... 199
Parking ............................................... 113
Parking Guidance .................. 168, 170
Parktronic system .......................... 165
Parking and standing lamp
Replacing bulbs ............................. 319
Parking brake .................................... 113
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 289
Parking Guidance .............................. 168
Canceling ....................................... 171
Detecting a parking space ............. 169
Parking .......................................... 170
Parking position
Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 95
Transmission position .................... 118
Parktronic system
Cleaning system sensors ............... 263
Malfunction .................................... 168
Minimum distance ......................... 167
Sensor range ................................. 166
Switching on/off ........................... 168
System sensors ............................. 166
Warning indicators ................... 27, 167
Parts service ...................................... 346
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp (Canada only)
see Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp (Canada only)
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp (USA only)
see Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp (USA only)
Passenger safety
see Occupant safety
Pedals ................................................. 254
Pelvis air bags ..................................... 42
Phone
see Telephone
Plastic parts, cleaning ...................... 265
Power assistance .............................. 254
Power outlets .................................... 207
Power seats
see Seats
Power steering
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 295
Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Operation ....................................... 192
Synchronizing ................................ 194
Power washer .................................... 261
Power windows ................................. 105
Cleaning ......................................... 264
Operation ....................................... 105
Rear door window, override
switch .............................................. 60
Synchronizing ................................ 107
Practical hints ................................... 268
Preglow indicator lamp ..................... 110
PRE-SAFE® ............................................ 53
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 274
PRE-SAFE® Brake ................................. 69
Activating/deactivating ................. 137
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 274
Problems
While driving .................................. 112
With vehicle ..................................... 23
With wipers .................................... 105
Product information ............................ 20
Production options weight ............... 251
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Program mode selector dial (E 63 AMG)
Automatic shift program ........ 121, 123
Program mode selector switch
Automatic shift program ................ 120
Proximity key
see Key, SmartKey
PSI (air pressure unit) ....................... 251
RACE START (E 63 AMG) ................... 159
RACETIMER ........................................ 132
Radar sensors
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 282
Switching on or off ......................... 144
Radiator ..................................... 224, 252
Radio
Selecting stations .......................... 134
Radio transmitters ............................ 257
Rain sensor
see Intermittent wiping
Rear axle oil ....................................... 360
Rear center console ashtray
see Ashtrays
Rear center seat belt
Unblocking ....................................... 51
Rear doors
Reminder, Seat belt
Remote control
see Seat belts, Telltale
see Key, SmartKey
Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ............. 212
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ......... 211
Replacing
Key .................................................. 80
Replacing bulbs ................................. 318
Reporting safety defects .................... 23
Research Octane Number
see RON
Reserve fuel
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 298
Warning lamp ................................. 310
Restraint systems
see Occupant safety
Retaining hook .................................. 199
Rims ........................................... 251, 353
Roadside Assistance ................... 21, 210
Roller sunblinds ................................. 194
RON (Research Octane Number) ..... 363
Roof rack ............................................ 198
Rubber parts, cleaning ...................... 265
Run-flat tires
see MOExtended tires
Child safety locks ............................ 60
Rear door window
Override switch ................................ 60
Safety
Rear fog lamp
Rear lamps
see Fog lamps
Driving safety systems ..................... 61
Occupant safety ............................... 36
Reporting defects ............................ 23
see Tail lamps
Safety belts
Rear seat head restraints
see Head restraints
Rear view camera .............................. 171
Cleaning the camera lens .............. 263
Rear window defroster ..................... 191
Recommended tire inflation
pressure ..................................... 229, 251
Refilling
AdBlue® ......................................... 334
Refrigerant, air conditioning ............ 362
Refueling ............................................ 220
Regular checks .................................. 222
see Seat belts
Seat belt force limiter ......................... 52
Seat belts ............................................. 48
Adjustment function ........................ 51
Automatic comfort-fit feature .......... 53
Children in the vehicle ..................... 56
Cleaning ......................................... 266
Fastening ......................................... 50
Height adjustment ........................... 51
Proper use of ................................... 49
Rear center seat .............................. 51
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
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Telltale ............................... 29, 52, 307
Seat heating ......................................... 92
Seating capacity ................................ 238
Seats ..................................................... 87
Adjustment ...................................... 87
Drive-dynamic multicontour seat ..... 91
Easy-entry/exit feature .................... 93
Heating ............................................ 92
Memory function .............................. 96
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 293
Split rear seat bench ..................... 199
Ventilation ....................................... 92
Securing cargo
Selective setting
Selector lever
Self-test
Cargo tie-down rings ...................... 199
see Key, SmartKey
see Gear selector lever
BabySmart™ .................................... 47
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 46
Tele Aid .......................................... 208
Service
see Maintenance
Service, parts .................................... 346
Service and warranty information ..... 20
Service intervals
see Maintenance System, Service
indicator message
Service life (tires) .............................. 242
Service menu ..................................... 138
Settings
Factory setting (KEYLESS-GO) ......... 79
Factory setting (SmartKey) .............. 77
Memory function .............................. 96
Menu ............................................. 139
Selective setting (KEYLESS-GO) ....... 79
Selective setting (SmartKey) ............ 77
Shelf below rear window, cleaning .. 266
Side impact air bags ........................... 41
Side marker lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 262
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 300
SRS
Sidewall (tires) .................................. 251
SmartKey
see Key, SmartKey
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO
see Key, SmartKey
Snow chains ...................................... 252
Snow tires
see Winter tires
Spare wheel ....................................... 353
Mounting ....................................... 323
Storage location ............................ 271
Speedometer ....................................... 28
Speed settings
Cruise control ................................ 147
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 155
Resume function ................... 148, 156
Indicator lamp .................................. 29
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
Indicator lamp ......................... 36, 308
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 290
Standing water, driving through ...... 257
Starter switch positions
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 86
SmartKey ......................................... 85
Starting difficulties (engine) ............ 110
Starting the engine ........................... 109
Steering column
see Multifunction steering wheel, Adjustment
Steering wheel
see Multifunction steering wheel
Steering wheel gearshift control ..... 122
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services ... 212
Storage compartments ..................... 201
Storing tires ....................................... 243
Sunroof
see Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Sunshade
Rear window .................................. 205
Sun visors .................................. 204, 205
Suspension tuning
see AIRMATIC
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Tachometer .................................. 28, 126
Overspeed range ........................... 126
Tail lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 262
Tar stains ........................................... 261
Technical data
Air conditioning refrigerant ............ 362
Brake fluid ..................................... 362
Capacities fuels, coolants,
lubricants etc. ................................ 359
Coolant .......................................... 365
Engine oil additives ........................ 362
Engine oils ..................................... 361
Fuel requirements .......................... 363
Gasoline additives .......................... 364
Identification labels ....................... 346
Premium unleaded gasoline ........... 362
Rims and tires ................................ 353
Spare wheel ................................... 358
Vehicle specification E 350 ............ 348
Vehicle specification
E 350 4MATIC ................................ 349
Vehicle specification
E 350 BlueTEC ............................... 348
Vehicle specification E 550 ............ 350
Vehicle specification
E 550 4MATIC ................................ 351
Vehicle specification E 63 AMG ..... 352
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................... 361, 367
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
Tele Aid ............................................... 207
Emergency calls ............................. 208
Information button ......................... 210
Initiating an emergency call
manually ........................................ 209
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 290
Remote door lock .......................... 212
Remote door unlock ...................... 211
Roadside Assistance button .......... 210
Search & Send ............................... 211
SOS button .................................... 209
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services .. 212
System self-test ............................. 208
Telephone ............................................. 30
Answering/ending a call ................ 136
Hands-free microphone ................... 33
Menu ............................................. 135
Operation ....................................... 135
Phone book .................................... 136
Redialing ........................................ 137
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 125
Interior temperature ...................... 186
Outside .......................................... 126
Tether anchorage points
see Children in the vehicle
Through-loading feature ................... 198
Tie-down rings ................................... 199
Tightening torque
Wheels ........................................... 328
TIN (Tire Identification Number) ...... 251
Tire and Loading Information
placard ............................................... 237
Tire and loading terminology ........... 249
TIREFIT ............................................... 329
Tire Identification Number
see TIN
Tire inflation pressure
Checking ........................................ 231
Important notes on ........................ 230
Label on the inside of fuel filler
flap ................................................ 230
Placard on driver’s door B-pillar ..... 237
Tire labeling ....................................... 245
Tire load rating .................................. 250
Tire ply composition and material
used .................................................... 251
Tire pressure loss warning system . 232
Tire repair kit
see TIREFIT
Tires ........................................... 228, 353
Advanced Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (Advanced
TPMS) ............................................ 233
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Air pressure ................................... 229
Care and maintenance ................... 242
Cleaning ......................................... 243
Direction of rotation, spinning ....... 241
Important notes on tire inflation
pressure ........................................ 230
Inflation pressure ........................... 231
Information placard ....................... 237
Inspection ...................................... 242
Labeling ......................................... 245
Load index ............................. 246, 250
Load rating .................................... 250
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 284, 304
MOExtended .................................. 353
Ply composition and material
used ............................................... 251
Problems under-/overinflation ...... 231
Retreads ........................................ 228
Rims and tires (technical data) ...... 353
Rotation ......................................... 244
Service life ..................................... 242
Sizes .............................................. 353
Snow chains .................................. 252
Speed rating .......................... 247, 251
Storing ........................................... 243
Temperature .......................... 230, 244
Terminology ................................... 249
TIREFIT (tire repair kit) ................... 329
Tire Identification Number ............. 251
Tire pressure loss warning system . 232
TPMS low tire pressure/
malfunction telltale ........................ 312
Traction ................................. 244, 251
Tread ............................................. 251
Tread depth ........................... 242, 252
Treadwear ...................................... 243
Treadwear indicators ............. 242, 252
Vehicle maximum load on .............. 252
Wear pattern .................................. 244
Winter tires ............................ 252, 353
Tire speed rating ....................... 247, 251
Top tether
see Children in the vehicle
Total load limit ................................... 251
Towing
Towing eye bolt .............................. 341
Vehicle ........................................... 340
Towing eye bolt ................................. 341
Traction ...................................... 244, 251
Transfer case ..................................... 124
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission fluid level .................... 226
Transmission gear selector lever
see Gear selector lever
Transmission positions .................... 118
Traveling abroad ............................... 257
Tread (tires) ....................................... 251
Tread depth (tires) .................... 242, 252
Treadwear .......................................... 243
Treadwear indicators (tires) .... 242, 252
Trip menu ........................................... 129
Trunk
Closing ............................................. 82
Fuse box ........................................ 343
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 293
Opening ........................................... 82
Opening/closing system .................. 83
Tie-down rings ............................... 199
Trunk lid emergency release ............ 84
Unlocking manually ....................... 315
Valet locking .................................... 85
Turning off the engine ...................... 113
Turn signals ....................................... 100
Cleaning lenses ............................. 262
Indicator lamps ................................ 29
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 303
Replacing bulbs ............................. 319
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards .................................. 243, 252
Units
Selecting speedometer display
mode ............................................. 141
Unleaded gasoline, premium ........... 362
Unlocking the vehicle
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 77
Manually ........................................ 314
SmartKey ......................................... 76
Upholstery, cleaning ......................... 266
Useful features .................................. 203
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Valet locking ........................................ 85
Vehicle
Battery ........................................... 336
Care ............................................... 260
Control system .............................. 126
Identification Number (VIN) ........... 346
Locking/unlocking ........................... 76
Lowering (wheel change) ............... 328
Modifications and alterations,
Operating safety .............................. 22
Towing ........................................... 340
Unlocking/locking manually .......... 314
Vehicle dimensions
see Vehicle specification
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ................................................... 346
Vehicle jack
see Jack
Vehicle level control
see AIRMATIC
Vehicle lighting .................................... 97
Vehicle loading
Cargo tie-down rings ...................... 199
Instructions .................................... 197
Load limit ....................................... 238
Roof rack ....................................... 198
Split rear seat bench ..................... 199
Terminology ................................... 249
Vehicle maximum load on the tire ... 252
Vehicle specification
E 350 ............................................. 348
E 350 4MATIC ................................ 349
E 350 BlueTEC ............................... 348
E 550 ............................................. 350
E 550 4MATIC ................................ 351
E 63 AMG ...................................... 352
Vehicle status message memory .... 139
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 268
Vehicle washing
see Vehicle care
Vehicle weights
see Vehicle specification
Warning sounds
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 151
Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt ..... 52
Parking brake ................................ 289
Parking Guidance ........................... 170
Parktronic system .......................... 168
Seat belt telltale ............................ 307
Warranty coverage ............................ 346
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................................ 367
Washer fluid
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 294
Mixing ratio .................................... 367
Refilling .......................................... 227
Washing the vehicle .......................... 260
Wear pattern (tires) .......................... 244
Weights (vehicle)
see Vehicle specification
Wheel
Changing ....................................... 323
Removing ....................................... 326
Spare ............................................. 323
Tightening torque ........................... 328
Wheels, sizes ..................................... 353
Wheels, Tires and .............................. 228
Window curtain air bags ..................... 42
Windows
see Power windows
Windows, cleaning ............................ 264
Windshield
Cleaning wiper blades .................... 264
Washer fluid ................................... 367
Wipers ........................................... 104
Windshield wipers
Replacing wiper blades .................. 322
Winter cover .............................. 224, 252
Winter driving
Instructions .................................... 253
Radiator cover ............................... 252
Snow chains .................................. 252
Tires ............................................... 252
Winter tires ................................ 252, 353
Wood trims, cleaning ........................ 266
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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 (1-800-367-6372), 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
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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 devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents.
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This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety. Daimler may access the information and share it with others Rfor safety research or vehicle diagnosis
purposes
Rwith the consent of the vehicle owner or
lessee
Rin response to an official request by law
enforcement or other government agency
Rfor use in dispute resolution involving Daimler, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/or
Ras otherwise required or permitted by law Please check the Tele Aid subscription service agreement for details regarding the information that may be recorded or transmitted via that system.
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Cockpit ................................................. 27
Instrument cluster .............................. 28
Multifunction steering wheel ............. 30
Center console .................................... 32
Overhead control panel ...................... 33
Door control panel .............................. 34
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Exterior view
Exterior view
i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available
for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual.
Function
: Trunk:
Locking and unlocking Opening and closing Valet locking
; Rear window defroster = Rear lamps ? Fuel filler flap A Exterior rear view mirrors
Parking position
B Roof:
Power tilt/sliding sunroof Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel
C Windshield:
Wiping with washer fluid
Page
76
81
85
191
318
220
95
95
192
194
105
Function Cleaning
D Doors:
Locking and unlocking
E Wipers
Wiper blades, replacing Wiper blades, cleaning
F Hood G Front lamps H Headlamp cleaning system I Front towing eye J Tires and wheels
Rims and tires
K Rear towing eye
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264
76,
314
104
322
264
223
318
102
341
228
353
341
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Function
Page
: Steering wheel gearshift
control
; Cruise control lever:
Cruise control DISTRONIC PLUS = Instrument cluster ? Multifunction steering
wheel A Horn B Gear selector lever C Front Parktronic warning
indicators
D Overhead control panel E Glove box F Center console G Starter switch
121
146
149
125
126
115
167
33
201
32
85
Cockpit
27
Function KEYLESS-GO start/stop button
H Steering wheel adjustment
stalk
I Combination switch:
Turn signals Wipers High beam
J Parking brake pedal K On-board diagnostics
(OBD) socket
L Hood lock release M Parking brake release N Door control panel O Exterior lamp switch P Night View Assist Plus
Page
86
93
100
104
100
113
223
113
34
97
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Instrument cluster
Instrument cluster
i Please refer to the overview of the
indicator and warning lamps (Y page 29).
Function : Fuel gauge ; Speedometer = Cruise control speed
segments DISTRONIC PLUS segments
? Multifunction display A Coolant temperature gauge B Tachometer C Clock D Instrument cluster
illumination
Page
126
146
151
128
125
126
125
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Indicator and warning lamps
Function
: ESC OFF warning lamp ; Preglow indicator lamp,
diesel engine only
= Front foglamp indicator
lamp
? Rear foglamp indicator
lamp
A Left turn signal indicator
lamp
B ESC warning lamp
C Distance warning lamp1
D Right turn signal indicator
lamp
E Seat belt telltale F Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) indicator lamp
Page
308
110
99
99
100
308
309
100
307
308
Function
G Engine malfunction
indicator lamp
H Brake warning lamp,
Canada only
I Combination low tire
pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale, USA only Low tire pressure telltale, Canada only
J Coolant temperature
warning lamp
K Brake warning lamp, USA
only
L Antilock Brake System (ABS) indicator lamp M High-beam headlamp
indicator lamp
Page
310
306
233,
312
233,
312
311
306
305
100
1 Vehicles without DISTRONIC PLUS: Warning lamp without function. It illuminates when the ignition is on. It
should go out when the engine is running.
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Function
Page
Multifunction steering wheel
N Low-beam headlamp
indicator lamp
O ESC SPORT warning lamp P Fuel tank reserve warning
lamp
97
67
310
Page
128
134
136
136
136
136
137
Function
: Multifunction display ; Press button W or X
to set the volume.
Press button ~:
to end a call
to reject an incoming call
Press button 6:
to answer a call
to dial2
to redial2
Press button 8 to mute.
= Press button ? to
activate the Voice Control System3.
2 Function only available in telephone menu. 3 Function only available in vehicles with Voice Control System.
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Function
Press button a:
to confirm selection or
message
to switch to the phone
book2
to dial a selected phone
number2
Page
128
135
136
Function
? Press button % briefly:
to go to the next higher
menu level
to confirm display message
to cancel the Voice Control
System3
Press and hold button
% to select the standard
display.
A Press button = or ;:
to call up line for menus to scroll to the left or right to select menus Press button 9 or : briefly: to select submenus to scroll up or down through lists to select previous or next track, scene, or stored station within Audio menu to switch to the phone book and select a name or number within Tel menu Press and hold button 9 or :: to select previous or next track or scene with quick search or to select previous or next station in waveband (if no station list is available) within Audio menu to start the quick search in the phone book within Tel menu
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128
128
128
128
128
134
135
128
134
135
3 Function only available in vehicles with Voice Control System. 2 Function only available in telephone menu.
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Center console
Center console
Function
Page
Function
Page
: Hazard warning flasher
switch
; Alarm system indicator
lamp
= Front passenger front air
bag off indicator lamp, USA only Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp, Canada only
? Electronic Stability Control
system (ESC) switch
A COMAND system, see
separate operating instructions
B Seat heating switch C Seat ventilation switch D Parktronic system deactivation switch
101
72
43,
314
46,
314
65
92
92
168
E Rear seat head restraints
switch, folding down
F Rear window sunshade
switch
G Dual-zone automatic
climate control 3-zone automatic climate control, Canada only Rear window defroster H Storage compartment
Ashtray Cup holder
I Damping system switch J Vehicle level control switch K Storage compartment L Program mode selector
switch
M COMAND controller, see
separate operating instructions
89
205
181
183
191
201
206
203
163
163
201
120
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Overhead control panel
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210
103
103
Function
E Garage door opener F Hands-free microphone for
Tele Aid (emergency call
system), telephone and
Voice Control System4
G Roadside Assistance
button (Tele Aid system) H Left reading lamp on/off I Front interior lighting on/
off
Function
: Rear interior lighting on/off ; Automatic interior lighting
control
= Right reading lamp on/off ? Roof panel switch
A Information button (Tele
Aid system)
B SOS button (Tele Aid
system)
C Interior rear view mirror D Integrated electronic
compass
Page
103
103
103
192,
195
210
209
94
216
4 See separate operating instructions.
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Door control panel
Function
Page
: Memory function (for
storing seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel settings)
; Seat adjustment switches = Central locking/unlocking
switch
? Inside door handle A Exterior rear view mirror
adjustment
B Switches for opening/