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ensures that there is sufficient power to start the engine.
Socket in the front centre console
X To open: slide cover : forwards until it
engages.
X Lift up the cover of socket ;. X To close: briefly press cover : at the
front. The cover moves back.
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Socket in the rear-compartment centre console
X Briefly press cover ; at the top.
The cover opens.
X Lift up the cover of socket :.
Socket in the luggage compartment
Power socket in the luggage compartment (Estate) X Lift up the cover of socket :.
Mobile phone Important safety notes G WARNING Operating mobile communications equip- ment while driving distracts you from paying attention to traffic conditions. This could also cause you to lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. Use this device only when the vehicle is sta- tionary.
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i You must observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving when operating mobile communi- cations equipment in the vehicle. If it is permitted by law to operate commu- nications equipment while the vehicle is in motion, you may only do so if the traffic sit- uation permits. You may otherwise be dis- tracted from the traffic conditions, cause an accident and injure yourself and others. Excessive levels of electromagnetic radiation may cause damage to your health and to the health of others. The use of an exterior aerial takes into consideration the scientific discus- sion surrounding the possible health risk posed by electromagnetic fields. Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of an approved exterior aerial. This ensures: Roptimal mobile phone reception quality in
the vehicle.
Rmutual interference between the vehicle
electronics and mobile phones is mini- mised.
An exterior aerial has the following advan- tages: Rit conducts the electromagnetic fields gen- erated by a wireless device to the exterior. Rthe field strength in the vehicle interior is lower than in a vehicle that does not have an exterior aerial.
Information on retrofitting two-way radios and mobile phones (RF transmitters) (Y page 466).
General notes There are various mobile phone brackets that may be fitted in your vehicle; in some cases, these are country-specific. You can connect a Bluetooth®-capable mobile phone with Audio 20 or COMAND Online via the Bluetooth® interface. This also applies if your vehicle is equipped with con- venience telephony.
More information on suitable mobile phones, mobile phone brackets and on connecting Bluetooth®-capable mobile phones with Audio 20 or COMAND Online can be obtained: Rat your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre Ron the Internet at http://www.mercedes-
benz.com/connect
i The functions and services available when you use the phone depend on your mobile phone model and service provider.
Using a mobile phone If the mobile phone is inserted in the mobile phone bracket, the mobile phone will be charged and connected with the exterior aer- ial. X Open the telephone compartment
(Y page 332).
X Place the mobile phone bracket into the
pre-installed fitting (see the separate installation instructions for the mobile phone fitting).
X Insert the mobile phone into the mobile phone bracket (see the separate installa- tion instructions for the mobile phone fit- ting).
Operating the mobile phone You can operate the telephone using the 6 and ~ buttons on the multifunction steering wheel. You can operate other mobile phone functions via the on-board computer (Y page 276). When you remove the key from the ignition lock, the mobile phone is disconnected from the hands-free system. Active calls will first be transferred to the mobile phone directly.
Mobile phone bracket in the stowage compartment
You can fold the pre-installed bracket up to improve access to the stowage space beneath it. Depending on the vehicle's equip- ment, a USB connection and an AUX-IN con- nection/Media Interface are fitted in the stowage compartment. X To fold the bracket up: press button :. X To fold the bracket down: press the bracket down and allow it to engage.
Garage door opener Important safety notes G WARNING When you operate or program the garage door with the integrated garage door opener, per- sons in the range of movement of the garage door can become trapped or struck by the garage door. There is a risk of injury. When using the integrated garage door opener, always make sure that nobody is within the range of movement of the garage door. G WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave the engine running in enclosed spaces with- out sufficient ventilation.
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The HomeLink® garage door opener integra- ted in the rear-view mirror allows you to oper- ate up to three different door and gate sys- tems. When programming a garage door opener, park the vehicle outside the garage. i The garage door opener is only available
for certain countries. Observe the legal requirements for each individual country. The HomeLink® garage door opener is compatible with most European garage and gate opener drives. More information on HomeLink® and/or compatible products is available: Rat a qualified specialised workshop Rvia the HomeLink® Hotline
(0) 08000 466 354 65 or alternatively +49 (0) 6838 907-277
Ron the Internet at:
http://www.homelink.com
Programming Programming buttons Observe the "Important safety notes" (Y page 355).
Integrated garage door opener in the rear-view mir- ror Garage door remote control A is not part of the integrated garage door opener.
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X Before programming for the first time, clear the memory of the integrated garage door opener (Y page 357).
X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.
X Press and hold one of buttons ; to ? on
the integrated garage door opener. After a short time, indicator lamp : begins to light up yellow.
i Indicator lamp : lights up yellow imme- diately the first time button ;, = or ? is programmed. If the selected button has already been programmed, indicator lamp : lights up yellow after ten seconds have elapsed.
X Release button ;, = or ?. Indicator
lamp : flashes yellow.
X Point garage door remote control A
towards buttons ; to ? on the rear-view mirror at a distance of 5to 20 cm.
i The required distance between remote
control A and the integrated garage door opener depends on the garage door drive system. Several attempts may be required. You should test every position for at least 25 seconds before trying another position. X Press and hold button B on remote control A until indicator lamp : lights up green. If indicator lamp : lights up green or flashes, then programming has been suc- cessful.
X Release button B of remote control A of
the garage door drive.
X If indicator lamp : blinks red: repeat the programming process for the correspond- ing button on the rear-view mirror. When doing so, vary the distance between remote control A and the rear-view mirror.
i If the indicator lamp flashes green after successful programming, the garage door system is using a rolling code. After pro- gramming, you must synchronise the garage door opener integrated in the rear-
view mirror with the receiver of the garage door system.
Synchronising the rolling code Observe the "Important safety notes" (Y page 355). Your vehicle must be within range of the garage door or exterior gate drive. Make sure that neither your vehicle nor any persons/ objects are present within the sweep of the door or gate. X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.
X Press the programming button of the door
or gate drive (see the door or gate drive operating instructions, e.g. under "Pro- gramming of additional remote controls"). i Usually, you now have 30seconds to ini-
tiate the next step.
X Press previously programmed button ;,
= or ? of the integrated garage door opener until the door closes. The rolling code synchronisation is then complete.
Problems when programming If you have problems when programming the integrated garage door opener, please note the following: RCheck the transmitter frequency of garage door drive remote control A. This can usu- ally be found on the back of the remote control.
RReplace the batteries in garage door
remote control A. This increases the like- lihood that garage door remote control A will transmit a strong and precise signal to the integrated garage door opener in the rear-view mirror.
RWhen programming, hold remote control
A at varying distances and angles from the button which you are programming. Try var- ious angles at a distance between 5and 30 cm or at the same angle but at varying distances.
RIf there is another remote control for the same garage door drive, perform the pro- gramming steps again using this remote control. Before performing these steps, make sure that new batteries have been fitted in garage door drive remote control A.
RNote that some remote controls transmit only for a limited period (the indicator lamp on the remote control goes out). Press but- ton B on remote control A again before transmission ends.
RAlign the aerial cable of the garage door
opener unit. This can improve signal recep- tion/transmission.
Opening or closing the garage door Once programmed, the integrated garage door opener will assume the function of the garage door system's remote control. Please also read the operating instructions for the garage door system. X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.
X Press button ;, = or ? which you have programmed to operate the garage door. Garage door system with a fixed code: indi- cator lamp : lights up green. Garage door system with a rolling code: indicator lamp : flashes green.
i The transmitter will transmit a signal for as long as the button is pressed. The trans- mission is halted after a maximum of ten seconds and indicator lamp : lights up yellow. Press button ;, = or ? again if necessary.
Clearing the memory X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.
X Press buttons ; and ?.
The indicator lamp lights up yellow.
X Press and hold buttons ; and ? until the
indicator lamp turns green.
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i Make sure that you clear the memory of the integrated garage door opener before selling the vehicle.
Frequencies Europe Country
Radio type approval num- ber Frequency range (MHz)
AD (Andorra) 20 July 2005
AT (Austria)
MHz: 27, 30, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 18 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868BE (Belgium) Article 6 of Directive
BG (Bulga- ria)
CH (Switzer- land)
CY (Cyprus)
CZ (Czech Republic)
DK (Den- mark)
1999/5/EC R&TTE 18 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 12 April 07
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 14357
27 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 5 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
General Licence GL-30/R/ 2000 Reg No. 844 13 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 20 April 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868358 Features
Country
HU (Hun- gary)
IC (Canary Islands)
IE (Ireland)
IS (Iceland)
IT (Italy)
Country
ES (Spain)
EE (Estonia)
DE (Ger- many)
Radio type approval num- ber Frequency range (MHz) Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 7519301 29 April 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 11 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
000438/2005, 000439/2005, 000440/2005
000441/2005, 000445/2005, 000446/2005
000447/2005
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 10668
13 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 10668
13 May 05
27, 30, 40, 433, 868
GI (Gibraltar) Article 6 of DirectiveFR (France)
FI (Finland)
1999/5/EC R&TTE 10668
13 May 05 (UK) MHz: 27, 40, 418, 433, 868GR (Greece) Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 11409/18/4/2005 18
May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868HR (Croatia) SDR 224/06
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
LI (Liechten- stein)
Radio type approval num- ber Frequency range (MHz) Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 18 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
000438/2005, 000439/2005
000440/2005, 000441/2005
000445/2005, 000446/2005
000447/2005, 3rd June 2005
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 18 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 18 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
DGPGSR/II/347487/ FOR/15347
DGPGSR/II/347487/ FOR/15348
DGPGSR/II/347487/ FOR/15350
DGPGSR/II/347487/ FOR/15357
DGPGSR/II/347487/ FOR/15358
DGPGSR/II/347487/ FOR/15359
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 14357
27 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868Features
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Country
LT (Lithua- nia)
LU (Luxem- bourg)
LV (Latvia)
MC (Mon- aco)
MT (Malta)
NL (Nether- lands)
Radio type approval num- ber Frequency range (MHz) Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 27.4-1B-1609 6 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 150405/9538 24 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 27.4-1B-1609 26 April 06
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 10668
13 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 18 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 18 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868NO (Norway) Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 05/02424-SA644 18 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 21 April 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868PL (Poland)
PT (Portugal) ANCOM-S08399/05
27, 40, 433, 868
Country
RO (Roma- nia)
RU (Russian Federation)
Radio type approval num- ber Frequency range (MHz) Article 6.4 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE MHz: 27, 30, 40, 433, 868
POCC DE.MJ05.H00015 13
May 05
MHz: 433SE (Sweden) Article 6 of Directive
1999/5/EC R&TTE 18 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868SK (Slova- kia)
SI (Slovenia) Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 500-1/2005-437 9 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE Slovak 206/11/2005 4 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 18 May 05
MHz: 27, 40, 418, 433, 868UK (United Kingdom)
s
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Africa Country
EG (Egypt)
Radio type approval num- ber Frequency range (MHz) W-KLE-17/08 Mar. 06
MHz: 27, 30, 40, 418, 433, 868RE (Réunion) Article 6 of Directive
ZA (South Africa)
America Country
BB (Barba- dos)
CL (Chile)
GF (French Guyana)
GP (Guade- loupe)
MQ (Martini- que)
1999/5/EC R&TTE 11 July 05
MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
11 October 2005
MHz: 27, 40, 433Radio type approval num- ber Frequency range (MHz) Registration not required MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868
38447/F-23 No.3.3634
MHz: 40, 433
3943/DFRS05165/F-50
MHz: 280 to 433
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 10668
13 May 05
MHz: 27, 30, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 10668
13 May 05
MHz: 27, 30, 40, 433, 868
Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 11 July 05
MHz: 27, 30, 40, 433, 868MX (Mexico) MHz: 280 to 390
Asia Country
AE (United Arab Emi- rates) JO (Jordan)
KW (Kuwait)
SA (Saudi Arabia)
SY (Syria) TR (Turkey)
Australia Country
AU (Aus- tralia)
NZ (New Zealand)
Radio type approval num- ber Frequency range (MHz) 1623/5/10-2/26/76
MHz: 433TRC/LPD/2005/23
MHz: 27, 30, 40, 433, 868
5 October 2005
MHz: 27, 30, 40, 418, 433, 868
11_02_05/5024-5-6
MHz: 418, 433
279/4/14 / 05 March 06
National Certification 23
July 07
MHz: 433Radio type approval num- ber Frequency range (MHz) 28 June 2005
MHz: 27, 30, 40, 433, 868
20 March 06
MHz: 27, 30, 40, 433Floormats G WARNING Objects in the driver's footwell may restrict the clearance around the pedals or block a depressed pedal. This jeopardises the oper- ating and road safety of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. Stow all objects securely in the vehicle so that they do not get into the driver's footwell. Always fit the floormats securely and as pre-
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scribed in order to ensure that there is always sufficient room for the pedals. Do not use loose floormats and do not place several floor- mats on top of one another.
X Slide the seat backwards. X To fit: lay the floormat in the footwell. X Press studs : onto retainers ;. X To remove: pull the floormat away from
retainers ;.
X Remove the floormats.
Retrofitted anti-glare film Retrofitted anti-glare film on the inside of the windows can interfere with radio/mobile telephone reception. This is particularly the case for conductive or metallic-coated films. You can obtain information about anti-glare film from a qualified specialist workshop.
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Useful information ............................ 364
Engine compartment ........................ 364
Service ............................................... 370
Care .................................................... 371363
364 Engine compartment
Useful information
i This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of going to press. National variations are pos- sible. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all of the functions descri- bed. This is also the case for systems and functions relevant to safety.
i Read the information on qualified special-
ist workshops: (Y page 26).
Engine compartment Bonnet Important safety notes G WARNING An unlocked bonnet may open while driving and block your view. There is a risk of an acci- dent. Never unlock the bonnet while driving. G WARNING When being opened and closed, the bonnet may suddenly fall into the closed position. There is a risk of injury to persons in the range of movement of the bonnet. Open and close the bonnet only when nobody is in the range of movement. G WARNING If you open the bonnet while the engine is overheating or while there is a fire in the engine compartment, you could come into contact with hot gases or other leaking service products. There is a danger of injury. Allow an overheating engine to cool down before opening the bonnet. If there is a fire in the engine compartment, leave the bonnet closed and notify the fire brigade.
G WARNING There are parts in the engine compartment that move. Certain components may continue to run even if the ignition is switched off or may suddenly start again, e.g. the radiator fan. There is a danger of injury. If you need to access the engine compart- ment: Rswitch off the ignition Rnever enter the danger area of moving com-
ponents, e.g. the rotation area of the fan Rkeep items of clothing away from moving
parts G WARNING The ignition system and the fuel injection sys- tem operate with a high voltage. If you touch the live components, you could receive an electric shock. There is a danger of injury. Never touch components of the ignition sys- tem or the fuel injection system when the ignition is switched on. G WARNING Hybrid vehicles: ensure that you read the "HYBRID" supplement. You could otherwise fail to recognise dangers.
Active bonnet (pedestrian protection) Operating principle ! An active bonnet that had been triggered
must be repaired at a qualified specialist workshop. The active bonnet function will then be available again. The additional pedestrian protection provided by the active bonnet will then be restored.
! Do not try to press down the raised bon-
net at the back. Otherwise, the bonnet could be damaged.
i The active bonnet is only available in cer- tain countries. It is available for all models, except for AMG vehicles.
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The active bonnet can reduce the risk of injury to pedestrians in certain accident situations. Raising the active bonnet increases the clear- ance to hard components, such as the engine.
If active bonnet : has been triggered, it will be raised at the back by about 50 mm. Lids ; will then no longer rest on housings =. The active bonnet is triggered by pyro- technics. You can reset a triggered active bonnet your- self. Even if the active bonnet has been triggered, you can still continue driving and have it reset at a qualified specialist workshop. If you pull the bonnet release lever, you must reset the bonnet before driving on. Resetting G WARNING Certain components in the engine compart- ment could be very hot, e.g. the engine, the radiator and parts of the exhaust system. There is a risk of injury when accessing the engine compartment. As far as possible, allow the engine to cool down and only touch the following compo- nents.
X Open the bonnet (Y page 366). X With both hands, lift the bonnet up in the centre A. The bonnet is open wide enough when both lids of bonnet lifter ; no longer move. If you push the lids back, you will notice resistance.
X Release bonnet :. X Check whether the lids of bonnet lifter ;
are resting on housings = (arrow).
X The lids of bonnet lifter ; are resting
on the housings: close bonnet : (Y page 366).
or X The lids of bonnet lifter ; are not rest-
ing on the housings: first, lift up bon- net : on left-hand side ? and then on right-hand side B. Lift up bonnet : until the respective lid of bonnet lifter ; no lon- ger moves. The lids of bonnet lifter ; must rest on housings = (arrow).
X Close bonnet :(Y page 366). If you cannot close bonnet : or if the L symbol appears in the multifunction display, repeat the steps. If the bonnet still does not engage correctly or the L symbol appears in the multifunc- tion display, do not drive any further. Contact a qualified specialist workshop. If active bonnet : has been triggered, it will be raised at the back by about 50 mm. Lids ; will then no longer rest on housings
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=. The active bonnet is triggered by pyro- technics.
Opening the bonnet G WARNING Certain components in the engine compart- ment could be very hot, e.g. the engine, the radiator and parts of the exhaust system. There is a risk of injury when accessing the engine compartment. As far as possible, allow the engine to cool down and only touch the following compo- nents. G WARNING When the bonnet is open, and the windscreen wipers are set in motion, you can be injured by the wiper linkage. There is a risk of injury. Always switch off the windscreen wipers and the ignition before opening the bonnet.
! Make sure that the windscreen wipers are not folded away from the windscreen. Oth- erwise, you could damage the windscreen wipers or the bonnet.
X Make sure that the windscreen wipers are
switched off.
X Pull release lever : on the bonnet.
The bonnet is released.
X Reach into the gap, pull bonnet catch han-
dle ; up and lift the bonnet. If you lift the bonnet by approximately 40 cm, the bonnet is opened and held open automatically by the gas-filled strut.
Closing the bonnet X Lower the bonnet and let it fall from a
height of approximately 20 cm.
X Check that the bonnet has engaged prop-
erly. If the bonnet can be raised slightly, it is not properly engaged. Open it again and close it with a little more force.
Radiator Vehicles with a diesel engine: do not cover the radiator. Do not use thermal mats, insect protection covers or anything similar. Doing so can cause the Onboard Diagnostics Sys- tem to display inaccurate values. Some of these values are legally required and must always be correct.
Engine oil General notes G WARNING Hybrid vehicles: ensure that you read the "HYBRID" supplement. You could otherwise fail to recognise dangers.
Depending on your driving style, the vehicle consumes up to 0.8 litres of oil per 1,000 km. The oil consumption may be higher than this when the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at high engine speeds. Depending on the engine, the oil dipstick may be installed at a different location. When checking the oil level: Rpark the vehicle on a level surface. Rthe engine should be switched off for
approximately five minutes if the engine is at normal operating temperature.
Rif the engine is not at normal operating temperature, e.g. if the engine was only started briefly, wait about 30 minutes before carrying out the measurement.
Checking the oil level using the oil dip- stick G WARNING Certain components in the engine compart- ment could be very hot, e.g. the engine, the radiator and parts of the exhaust system. There is a risk of injury when accessing the engine compartment. As far as possible, allow the engine to cool down and only touch the following compo- nents.
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Example: vehicles with a petrol engine
Example: vehicles with a diesel engine X Pull oil dipstick : out of the oil dipstick
tube.
X Wipe off oil dipstick :. X Slowly slide oil dipstick : into the guide
tube to the stop, and take it out again. If the level is between MIN mark = and MAX mark ;, the oil level is correct.
X If the oil level has dropped to MIN mark
= or below, top up with 1.0 l of engine oil.
Adding engine oil G WARNING Certain components in the engine compart- ment could be very hot, e.g. the engine, the radiator and parts of the exhaust system. There is a risk of injury when accessing the engine compartment. As far as possible, allow the engine to cool down and only touch the following compo- nents.
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G WARNING If engine oil comes into contact with hot com- ponents in the engine compartment, it may ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury. Make sure that engine oil does not spill out over the filler neck. Allow the engine to cool down and thoroughly clean the components that have come into contact with engine oil before you start the engine. H Environmental note When topping up the oil, take care not to spill any. If oil enters the soil or waterways, it is harmful to the environment.
! Only use engine oils and oil filters that have been approved for vehicles with a service system. You can obtain a list of the engine oils and oil filters tested and approved in accordance with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Damage to the engine or exhaust system is caused by the following: Rusing engine oils and oil filters that have
not been specifically approved for the service system
Rchanging the engine oil and oil filter after missing the change interval required by the service system
Rusing engine oil additives
! Do not add too much oil. Topping up with too much engine oil can result in damage to the engine or to the catalytic converter. Have excess engine oil siphoned off.
Example: engine oil filler cap X Turn cap : anti-clockwise and remove it. X Top up the engine oil.
If the oil level is at or below the MIN mark on the oil dipstick, top up with 1.0 l of engine oil.
X Replace cap : on the filler neck and turn
clockwise. Make sure that the cap locks securely into place.
X Check the oil level again with the oil dip-
stick (Y page 367).
For further information on engine oil, see (Y page 474).
Other service products Checking the coolant level G WARNING Certain components in the engine compart- ment could be very hot, e.g. the engine, the radiator and parts of the exhaust system. There is a risk of injury when accessing the engine compartment. As far as possible, allow the engine to cool down and only touch the following compo- nents. G WARNING The engine cooling system is under pressure, particularly if the engine is warm. You could be scalded by hot coolant spraying out when opening the cap. There is a danger of injury.
Allow the engine to cool before opening the cap. Wear gloves and protective eyewear when opening. Slowly turn the cap half a turn to allow pressure to escape.
X Park the vehicle on a level surface.
Only check the coolant level if the vehicle is on a level surface and the engine has cooled down.
X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock (Y page 177). On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, press the Start/Stop button twice (Y page 177).
X Check the coolant temperature display in
the instrument cluster. The coolant temperature must be below 70 †.
X Turn the key to position 0 (Y page 177) in
the ignition lock.
X Slowly turn cap : half a turn anti-clock- wise to allow excess pressure to escape.
X Turn cap : further anti-clockwise and
remove it. If the coolant is at the level of marker bar = in the filler neck when cold, there is enough coolant in coolant expansion tank ;. If the coolant level is approximately 1.5 cm above marker bar = in the filler neck when warm, there is enough coolant in coolant expansion tank ;.
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X If necessary, top up with coolant that has been tested and approved by Mercedes- Benz.
X Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far
as it will go.
For further information on coolant, see (Y page 475).
Topping up the windscreen washer sys- tem G WARNING Certain components in the engine compart- ment could be very hot, e.g. the engine, the radiator and parts of the exhaust system. There is a risk of injury when accessing the engine compartment. As far as possible, allow the engine to cool down and only touch the following compo- nents. G WARNING Windscreen washer concentrate is highly flammable. If it comes into contact with hot engine components or the exhaust system it could ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury. Make sure that no windscreen washer con- centrate is spilled next to the filler neck.
X To open: pull cap : upwards by the tab. X Top up with the premixed washer fluid. X To close: press cap : onto the filler neck
until it engages.
If the washer fluid level drops below the rec- ommended minimum of 1 litre, a message
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appears in the multifunction display prompt- ing you to top up the washer fluid (Y page 317). Further information on windscreen washer fluid/antifreeze (Y page 476).
Service ASSYST PLUS Service messages The ASSYST PLUS service interval display informs you of the next service due date. Information on the type of service and service intervals (see separate Service Booklet). You can obtain further information from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. i The ASSYST PLUS service interval display
does not show any information on the engine oil level. Observe the notes on the engine oil level (Y page 366).
The multifunction display shows a service message for a few seconds, e.g.: RService A in .. days RService A due RService A overdue by .. days Depending on the operating conditions of the vehicle, the remaining time or distance until the next service due date is displayed. The letter indicates which service is due. A stands for a minor service and B for a major service. A number or another letter may be displayed after the letter. This figure indicates any necessary additional maintenance work to be performed. If you notify a qualified specialist workshop of this display, you will receive a statement on the associated costs. The ASSYST PLUS service interval display does not take into account any periods of time during which the battery is disconnec- ted.
Maintaining the time-dependent service schedule: X Note down the service due date displayed in the multifunction display before discon- necting the battery.
or X After reconnecting the battery, subtract
the battery disconnection periods from the service date shown on the display.
Hiding a service message X Press the a or % button on the steer-
ing wheel.
Displaying service messages X Switch the ignition on. X Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to select the Serv. menu. X Press the 9 or : button to select the ASSYST PLUS submenu and confirm by pressing the a button. The service due date appears in the multi- function display.
Information about Service Resetting the ASSYST PLUS service inter- val display ! If the ASSYST PLUS service interval dis- play has been inadvertently reset, this set- ting can be corrected at a qualified special- ist workshop. Have service work carried out as described in the Service Booklet. This may otherwise lead to increased wear and damage to the major assemblies or the vehicle.
A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, will reset the ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the service work has been carried out. You can also obtain further information on main- tenance work, for example.
Special service requirements The prescribed service interval is based on normal operation of the vehicle. Service work will need to be performed more often if the vehicle is operated under arduous conditions or increased loads, for example: Rregular city driving with frequent intermedi-
ate stops
Rif the vehicle is primarily used to travel
short distances
Rfor frequent operation in mountainous ter-
rain or on poor road surfaces
Rif the engine is often left idling for long peri-
ods
In these or similar operating conditions, have the air filter, engine oil and oil filter, for exam- ple, changed more frequently. The tyres must be checked more frequently if the vehicle is operated under increased loads. Further information can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Driving abroad An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network is also available in other countries. The Service Hotline's current telephone numbers for use when you are abroad are to be found in the "Mercedes-Benz Service24h" section of the Service Booklet.
AdBlue® service indicator i For BlueTEC vehicles only. To function properly, BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment must be operated with the reducing agent AdBlue®. AdBlue® is topped up as part of the service. Under normal oper- ating conditions, a full tank of AdBlue® should last until the next service due date. Depending on how and where the vehicle is used, there may be an increase in the AdBlue® consumption, resulting in the next service due date being brought forward.
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Certain display messages show that AdBlue® must be topped up, e.g.: Refill AdBlue at workshop See Own‐ er's Manual Refill AdBlue at workshop No start in .. km A warning signal also sounds. You can no longer start the engine when the AdBlue® supply has been used up (Y page 303). ! Have the AdBlue® tank topped up at a qualified specialist workshop only. The vehicle may otherwise be damaged or soiled.
Before taking a trip with your vehicle outside Europe, have the AdBlue® supply checked at a qualified specialist workshop. If necessary, have AdBlue® topped up. Before a longer stay outside of Europe, consult a qualified special- ist workshop. Observe the notes on AdBlue®(Y page 473). Further information about BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment and AdBlue® can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Care General notes H Environmental note Dispose of empty packaging and cleaning cloths in an environmentally responsible man- ner.
! For cleaning your vehicle, do not use any
of the following: Rdry, rough or hard cloths Rabrasive cleaning agents Rsolvents Rcleaning agents containing solvents Do not scrub. Do not touch the surfaces or protective films with hard objects, e.g. a ring or ice
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scraper. You could otherwise scratch or damage the surfaces and protective film. ! Do not park up the vehicle for an extended period straight after cleaning it, particularly after having cleaned the wheels with wheel cleaner. Wheel cleaners could cause increased corrosion of the brake discs and brake pads/linings. For this reason, you should drive for a few minutes after clean- ing. Braking heats the brake discs and the brake pads/linings, thus drying them. The vehicle can then be parked up.
Regular care of your vehicle is a condition for retaining the quality in the long term. Use care products and cleaning agents rec- ommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Washing the vehicle and cleaning the paintwork Automatic car wash G WARNING Braking efficiency is reduced after the vehicle has been washed. There is a risk of an acci- dent. After washing the vehicle, brake carefully while paying attention to the traffic conditions in order to restore full braking efficiency.
! If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD function is activated, the vehicle brakes automati- cally in certain situations. To prevent dam- age to the vehicle, deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD function in the follow- ing or other similar situations: Rwhen towing the vehicle Rin the car wash ! Make sure that:
Rthe side windows and sliding sunroof are
closed completely.
Rthe blower for the ventilation/heating is switched off (OFF button is depressed). Rthe windscreen wiper switch is at posi-
tion 0.
The vehicle could otherwise be damaged. ! In car washes with a towing mechanism, make sure that the automatic transmission is in transmission position N; otherwise, the vehicle could be damaged. RVehicles with DIRECT SELECT lever and
key: do not remove the key from the ignition lock. Do not open the driver's door or front-passenger door when the engine is switched off. Otherwise, the automatic transmission selects park position P automatically and locks the wheels. You can prevent this by shifting the auto- matic transmission to N beforehand.
RVehicles with DIRECT SELECT lever and
KEYLESS-GO: do not open the driver's door or front- passenger door when the engine is switched off. Otherwise, the automatic transmission selects park position P automatically and locks the wheels. ! If the key is within the rear detection
range of KEYLESS-GO, the following situa- tions, for example, could lead to the unin- tentional opening of the boot/tailgate: Rusing a car wash Rusing a high-pressure cleaner Make sure that the key is at least 2 m away from the vehicle.
Observe the following to make sure that the automatic transmission on vehicles with DIRECT SELECT stays in position N:
X Make sure the vehicle is stationary and the
ignition is switched off.
X Turn the key to position 2(Y page 177) in
the ignition lock. Use the key instead of the Start/Stop but- ton on vehicles with KEYLESS-GO. X Depress and hold the brake pedal. X Shift the automatic transmission to posi-
tion N.
X Release the brake pedal. X Release the parking brake. X Switch off the ignition and leave the key in
the ignition lock.
You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car wash from the very start. Wash off excess dirt before cleaning the vehi- cle in an automatic car wash. After using an automatic car wash, wipe off wax from the windscreen and the wiper blades. This will prevent smears and reduce wiping noises caused by residue on the wind- screen.
Washing by hand In some countries, washing by hand is only allowed at specially equipped washing bays. Observe the legal requirements for each indi- vidual country. X Do not use hot water and do not wash the
vehicle in direct sunlight.
X Use a soft sponge to clean. X Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz.
X Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a
gentle jet of water.
X Do not point the water jet directly towards
the air inlet.
X Use plenty of water and rinse out the
sponge frequently.
X Rinse the vehicle with clean water and dry
thoroughly with a chamois.
X Do not let the cleaning agent dry on the
paintwork.
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When using the vehicle in winter, remove all traces of road salt deposits carefully and as soon as possible.
High-pressure cleaning equipment G WARNING The water jet of circular-jet nozzles (dirt grind- ers) can cause damage not visible from the outside to tyres or chassis components. Com- ponents damaged in this way can unexpect- edly fail. There is a risk of an accident. Do not use high-pressure cleaners with circu- lar-jet nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have dam- aged tyres or chassis components replaced immediately.
! Always maintain a distance of at least 30 cm between the vehicle and the high- pressure cleaner nozzle. Information about the correct distance is available from the equipment manufacturer. Move the high-pressure cleaner nozzle around when cleaning your vehicle. Do not aim directly at any of the following: Rtyres Rdoor gaps, roof gaps, joints etc. Relectrical components Rbattery Rconnectors Rlights Rseals Rtrim elements Rventilation slots Damaged seals or electrical components can lead to leaks or failures.
! If the key is within the rear detection
range of KEYLESS-GO, the following situa- tions, for example, could lead to the unin- tentional opening of the boot/tailgate: Rusing a car wash Rusing a high-pressure cleaner Make sure that the key is at least 2 m away from the vehicle.
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Cleaning the paintwork ! Do not affix:
Rstickers Rfilms Rmagnetic plates or similar items to painted surfaces. You could otherwise damage the paintwork.
Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected by corrosion and damage caused by inade- quate care cannot always be completely repaired. In such cases, visit a qualified spe- cialist workshop. X Remove impurities immediately, where
possible, whilst avoiding rubbing too hard. X Soak insect remains with insect remover and rinse off the treated areas afterwards. X Soak bird droppings with water and rinse
off the treated areas afterwards.
X Remove coolant, brake fluid, tree resin, oils, fuels and greases by rubbing gently with a cloth soaked in petroleum ether or lighter fluid.
X Use tar remover to remove tar stains. X Use silicone remover to remove wax.
Care and treatment of matt paintwork ! Never polish the vehicle or the light alloy
wheels. Polishing makes the paintwork shiny.
! The following may cause the paint to
become shiny and thus reduce the matt effect: RVigorous rubbing with unsuitable mate-
rials.
RFrequent use of car washes. RWashing the vehicle in direct sunlight. ! Never use paint cleaner, buffing or pol- ishing products, or gloss preserver, e.g. wax. These products are only suitable for high-gloss surfaces. Their use on vehicles with matt finish leads to considerable sur- face damage (shiny, spotted areas).
Always have paintwork repairs performed at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
! Do not use wash programs with a hot wax
treatment under any circumstances.
Observe these notes if your vehicle has a clear matt finish. This will help you to avoid damage to the paintwork due to incorrect treatment. These notes also apply to light-alloy wheels with a clear matt finish. i The vehicle should preferably be washed by hand using a soft sponge, car shampoo and plenty of water.
i Use only insect remover and car shampoo
from the range of recommended and approved Mercedes-Benz care products.
Cleaning vehicle parts Cleaning the wheels ! Do not use acidic wheel cleaning products to remove brake dust. This could damage wheel bolts and brake components.
! Do not park up the vehicle for an extended period straight after cleaning it, particularly after having cleaned the wheels with wheel cleaner. Wheel cleaners could cause increased corrosion of the brake discs and brake pads/linings. For this reason, you should drive for a few minutes after clean- ing. Braking heats the brake discs and the brake pads/linings, thus drying them. The vehicle can then be parked up.
Cleaning the windows G WARNING If the windscreen wipers are set in motion when cleaning the windscreen or wiper blades, you could become trapped. There is a danger of injury.
Always switch off the windscreen wipers and the ignition before cleaning the windscreen or wiper blades.
! Do not use dry cloths, abrasive products, solvents or cleaning agents containing sol- vents to clean the inside of the windows. Do not touch the insides of the windows with hard objects, e.g. an ice scraper or ring. There is otherwise a risk of damaging the windows.
! Clean the water drainage channels of the windscreen and the rear window at regular intervals. Deposits such as leaves, petals and pollen may under certain circumstan- ces prevent water from draining away. This can lead to corrosion damage and damage to electronic components.
X Clean the inside and outside of the win- dows with a damp cloth and a cleaning agent that is recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Cleaning the wiper blades G WARNING If the windscreen wipers are set in motion when cleaning the windscreen or wiper blades, you could become trapped. There is a danger of injury. Always switch off the windscreen wipers and the ignition before cleaning the windscreen or wiper blades.
! Do not pull on the wiper blade. Otherwise,
the wiper blade could be damaged.
! Do not clean wiper blades too often and do not rub them too hard. Otherwise, the graphite coating could be damaged. This could cause wiper noise.
! Hold the wiper arm securely when folding back. The windscreen could be damaged if the wiper arm hits against it suddenly.
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X Fold the wiper arms away from the wind-
screen.
X Clean the wiper blades carefully using a
damp cloth.
X Fold the windscreen wipers back again
before switching on the ignition.
Cleaning the exterior lighting ! Only use cleaning agents or cleaning
cloths that are suitable for plastic lenses. Unsuitable cleaning agents or cleaning cloths could scratch or damage the plastic lenses of the exterior lighting.
X Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior lighting using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths.
Mirror turn signals ! Only use cleaning agents or cleaning
cloths that are suitable for plastic lenses. Unsuitable cleaning agents or cleaning cloths could scratch or damage the plastic lenses of the mirror turn signals.
X Clean the plastic lenses of the mirror turn signals in the exterior mirror housing using a wet sponge and mild cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths.
Cleaning the sensors ! If you clean the sensors with a high-pres-
sure cleaner, make sure that you keep a distance of at least 30 cm between the vehicle and the high-pressure cleaner noz- zle. Information about the correct distance is available from the equipment manufac- turer.
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X Clean sensors : of the driving systems with water, car shampoo and a soft cloth.
Cleaning the reversing camera ! Do not clean the camera lens and the area around the reversing camera with a high- pressure cleaner.
X Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and that the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock.
X To open the cover of the reversing cam- era: with COMAND Online activated, press the W button. X Select Syst. settings by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. X Select Rear view camera and press W to confirm.
X Select Open camera cover and press W to confirm. The cover of the 360° camera opens.
X To clean the reversing camera: use clear
water and a soft cloth to clean camera lens :.
Cleaning the 360° camera ! Do not clean the camera lens and the area around the 360° camera with a high-pres- sure cleaner.360
X Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and that the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock.
X To open the cover of the 360° camera: with COMAND Online activated, press the W button. X Select Syst. settings by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. X Select 360° camera and press W to con- firm. X Select Open camera cover and confirm with W. The cover of the 360° camera opens.
X To clean the 360° camera: clean camera lens : with clear water and a soft cloth.
i If you drive at speeds above 30 km/h or with the key in position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock, the cover of the 360° camera closes automatically.
Cleaning the exhaust tail pipes ! Do not clean the exhaust pipe with acid-
based cleaning agents such as sanitary cleansers or wheel cleaners.
Impurities combined with the effects of road grit and corrosive environmental factors may
