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(Y page 68).

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Tires Problem

USA only: The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/ malfunction) is lit. Canada only: The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss) is lit.

USA only: The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/ malfunction) flashes for approximately one minute and then remains lit.

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

increase.

Rthey may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may greatly

impair tire traction.

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

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

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

X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 179). X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction

display.

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

flat tire (Y page 381).

X Check the tire pressure (Y page 406). X If necessary, correct the tire pressure. The tire pressure monitor is faulty. G WARNING The system is possibly unable to recognize or register low tire pressure. There is a risk of an accident. X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction

display.

X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

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Useful information

i This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described. This also applies to safety- related systems and functions.

i Read the information on qualified specialist workshops: (Y page 27).

Stowage areas Loading guidelines G WARNING If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip over or be flung around and thereby hit vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction. Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around. Secure objects, luggage or loads against slipping or tipping before the journey. G WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. If the tailgate is open when the engine is running, particularly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust fumes could enter the passenger compartment. There is a risk of poisoning. Turn off the engine before opening the tailgate. Never drive with the tailgate open.

The gross vehicle weight (GVW) is the vehicle weight including fuel, vehicle tool kit, spare wheel, installed accessories, vehicle occupants and luggage/cargo. The gross load limit and the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) for your vehicle must

never be exceeded. The gross load limit and the GVWR are specified on the vehicle identification plate on the B-pillar of the driver's door (Y page 410). The load must also be distributed so that the weight on each axle never exceeds the gross axle weight rating (GAWR) for the front and rear axles. The specifications for GVWR and GAWR are on the vehicle identification plate on the B-pillar of the driver's door (Y page 410). Observe the notes on the loading the vehicle (Y page 410). The handling characteristics of a laden vehicle are dependent on the distribution of the load within the vehicle. For this reason, you should observe the following notes when transporting a load: RNever exceed the maximum permissible

gross vehicle weight or the gross axle weight rating of the vehicle (including occupants).

RThe cargo compartment is the preferred

place to carry objects.

RPosition heavy loads as far forwards as possible and as low down in the cargo compartment as possible.

RThe load must not protrude above the

upper edge of the seat backrests.

RAlways place the load against the rear or front seat backrests. Make sure that the seat backrests are securely locked into place.

RAlways place the load behind unoccupied

seats if possible.

RUse the cargo tie down rings and the parcel

nets to transport loads and luggage.

RUse cargo tie-down rings and fastening materials appropriate for the weight and size of the load.

RHook in the cargo net when loading. RSecure the load with sufficiently strong and wear-resistant tie-downs. pad sharp edges for protection.

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1 Glove box unlocked 2 Glove box locked The glove box can be locked and unlocked using the mechanical key.

Partition : for stowing flat objects is located in the upper section of the glove box. It can be removed to increase the stowage space in the glove box. X To remove: pull partition : forwards and

out

X To install: insert partition : and push it

back until it engages.

Stowage space Important safety notes G WARNING If objects in the passenger compartment are stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction. RAlways stow objects so that they cannot be

thrown around in such situations.

RAlways make sure that objects do not

protrude from stowage spaces, parcel nets or stowage nets.

RClose the lockable stowage spaces while

driving.

RStow and secure objects that are heavy, hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too large in the cargo compartment.

Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 332).

Glove box

X To open: pull handle : and open glove box

flap ;.

X To close: fold glove box flap ; upwards

until it engages.

i The glove box can be cooled

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Stowage compartment under the armrest

X To open: pull handle : up.

The armrest folds out.

In the stowage compartment, there is a stowage tray. i Depending on the vehicle's equipment, a USB connection and an AUX IN connection or a Media Interface are installed in the stowage compartment. Media Interface is a universal interface for mobile audio equipment, e.g. for an iPod® or MP3 Player.

i There is a removable stowage tray in the

storage compartment, in which objects such as an iPod® can be stored.

Eyeglasses compartment

X To open: press marking :.

The eyeglasses compartment opens downwards.

X To close: press marking : again and

eyeglasses compartment returns upwards and engages.

Make sure that the eyeglasses compartment is always closed while the vehicle is in motion.

Stowage compartment in the front center console

X To open: slide cover : forwards. Stowage compartment ; appears.

X To close: pull cover : back as far as it will

go.

Stowage compartment in the rear center console

X To open: briefly press the stowage

compartment marking. The stowage compartment opens.

i Depending on the vehicle's equipment, there may be open stowage spaces above and below the stowage compartment.

Stowage net G WARNING Vehicles with the Occupant Classification System (OCS): If the gross weight of the objects in the stowage net on the back of the front- passenger seat is greater than 4.4 lb (2 kg), OCS cannot correctly assess the occupant's weight category. The front-passenger front air bag could deploy without cause, or may fail to deploy in the event of an accident. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. Never exceed the permissible gross weight of 4.4 lb (2 kg). Stow and secure heavy objects in the cargo compartment.

Stowage nets are located in the front- passenger footwell and on the back of the driver's and the front-passenger seat. Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 332) and the safety notes regarding stowage spaces (Y page 333).

Through-loading facility in the rear If objects or loads are not secured when being transported in the through-loading facility, they could slip or be thrown around and thereby hit vehicle occupants. Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 332) and the safety notes regarding stowage spaces (Y page 333).

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The through-loading facility is opened from the cargo compartment. X Release the seat backrests in the second row of seats and tilt them in the cargo/load position (Y page 106).

X Fold down the rear seat armrest. X Pull the center head restraint on the rear bench seat into the uppermost position (Y page 104).

X Slide release catch : to the left and swing flap ; to the left until it is lying on the rear side of the rear bench seat.

X Push cover = forward until it is lying on the

rear seat armrest.

Cargo compartment enlargement Important safety notes G WARNING If the rear bench seat/rear seat and seat backrest are not engaged they could fold

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forwards, e.g. when braking suddenly or in the event of an accident. RThe vehicle occupant would thereby be

pushed into the seat belt by the rear bench seat/rear seat or by the seat backrest. The seat belt can no longer offer the intended level of protection and could even cause injuries.

RObjects or loads in the trunk/cargo

compartment cannot be restrained by the seat backrest.

There is an increased risk of injury. Before every trip, make sure that the seat backrests and the rear bench seat/rear seat are engaged.

! Fold the seat cushion upwards before

folding the rear bench seat forward. Otherwise, the backrests may be damaged. When the backrest is folded forwards, the front seats should not be moved to their rearmost position. Otherwise, the front seats and the rear bench seat could be damaged.

Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 332). The left-hand and right-hand rear seat backrests can be folded forwards separately to increase the cargo compartment capacity.

Folding the rear bench seat forwards ! The backrest is heavy. Therefore, take

care when folding it down. Make sure that the head restraints are pushed all the way in so that the backrests and seat cushions are not damaged.

i If the driver's or front-passenger seat is

set for a larger person, it may not be possible to fold the rear bench seat forwards. In this case, move the front seats as far forward as possible.

X Move the head restraints to the lowest

position (Y page 106).

X Fold seat cushion : upwards.

X Pull release handle ; upwards in the

direction of the arrow until the backrest is fully released.

X Fold the backrest forwards until it reaches

the cargo compartment position.

X Guide seat belts ; under respective

clips :.

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RDo not route tie-downs across sharp edges

or corners.

RPad sharp edges for protection. Cargo compartment

X Fold seat backrest ; back until it engages. Make sure not to trap the seat belt while doing so.

X Swing seat cushion : back. X Pull up and adjust the head restraints if

necessary (Y page 106).

Securing cargo Cargo tie-down rings General notes G WARNING The Top Tether anchorages cannot secure a load. If you secure a load with the Top Tether anchorages, the Top Tether anchorages could be pulled out during braking, abrupt changes in direction or in the event of an accident. The load could slip, tip over or be flung around and thereby hit vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury. Only use the cargo tie down rings when securing a load.

Observe the following notes on securing loads: RSecure the load using the cargo tie-down

rings.

RDistribute the load on the cargo tie down

rings evenly.

RDo not use elastic straps or nets to secure

a load, as these are only intended as an anti-slip protection for light loads.

There are four cargo tie-down rings : in the cargo compartment. Before using the cargo tie-down rings on the front right-hand side of the cargo compartment, the stowage net must be pushed down.

Bag hook G WARNING The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects or items of luggage. Objects or items of luggage could be flung around and thereby hit vehicle occupants when braking or abruptly changing directions. There is a risk of injury. Only hang light objects on the bag hooks. Never hang hard, sharp-edged or fragile objects on the bag hooks.

! The bag hook can bear a maximum load of 6.6lbs (3kg) and should not be used to secure a load.

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There is a bag hook in the cargo compartment on the left-hand side. X Press bag hook marking :. X Turn bag hook : until it engages.

Securing hooks

of an accident. There is an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around. Secure objects, luggage or loads against slipping or tipping over, e.g. by using tie downs, even if you are using the cargo compartment cover.

! When loading the vehicle, make sure that

you do not stack the load in the cargo compartment higher than the lower edge of the side windows. Do not place heavy objects on top of the cargo compartment cover.

A cargo compartment cover or a combined cargo cover and net (cargo compartment cover with cargo net) is installed, depending on equipment, behind the rear bench seat backrest.

Extending/retracting the cargo compartment cover

There are two securing hooks : on each side of the cargo compartment. Only secure lightweight luggage items on the mounting hooks to a maximum of 9 lbs (4 kg).

Cargo compartment cover Important safety notes G WARNING On its own, the cargo compartment cover cannot secure or restrain heavy objects, items of luggage and heavy loads. You could be hit by an unsecured load during sudden changes in direction, braking or in the event

X To extend: pull the cargo compartment cover back by grab handle : and clip it into retainers ; on the left and right.

X To retract: unhook the cargo compartment

cover from left-hand and right-hand retainers ;.

X Guide cargo compartment cover forwards

by grab handle : until it is completely rolled up.

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Removing/installing the cargo compartment cover (without integrated cargo net)

Removing/installing the combined cargo cover and net (cargo compartment cover with integrated cargo net)

X To remove: make sure that cargo compartment cover : is rolled up.

X Push end cap = of cargo compartment cover : in the direction of the arrow on the right or left-hand side.

X Push cargo compartment cover : into

opposite anchorage ;.

X Remove cargo compartment cover :. X To install: if installed, remove the

protective caps from the side panels of the seat row in which the cargo compartment cover is to be installed. Use a suitable object here, e.g. a coin.

X Install the protective caps to the side

panels of the other seat row.

X Place cargo compartment cover : into

anchorage ; on the right or left-hand side.

X Push in opposite end cap = of cargo

compartment cover : in the direction of the arrow and insert cargo compartment cover : into opposite anchorage ;.

You can install and remove the combined cargo cover and net from the cargo compartment. X Make sure that the cargo net and the cargo

compartment cover are rolled up.

X To remove: press button ;. X Swing the combined cargo cover and net in

the direction of the arrow.

X First, detach the combined cargo cover and

net from left-hand catch : and then remove it from right-hand fixture =.

X To install: push the combined cargo cover

and net up to the stop into right-hand fixture =.

X Place the combined cargo cover and net into the left-hand fixture and push it into catch : until the combined cargo cover and net engages audibly.

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X Make sure that red lock status

indicator ? is no longer visible. The combined cargo cover and net will otherwise not be locked in place.

Cargo net in combined cargo cover and net Important safety notes G WARNING On its own, the cargo net cannot secure or restrain heavy objects, items of luggage and heavy loads. You could be hit by an unsecured load during sudden changes in direction, braking or in the event of an accident. There is an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around. Secure objects, luggage or loads against slipping or tipping over, e.g. by using tie downs, even if you are using the cargo net.

It is important to use a cargo net if you load the vehicle with small objects above the seat backrests. For safety reasons, always use a cargo net when transporting loads.

Attaching the cargo net

Coat hooks on the tailgate

: Coat hook

EASY-PACK load-securing kit Components and storage The EASY-PACK load-securing kit allows you to use your cargo compartment for a variety of purposes. The accessory parts are located under the cargo compartment floor. X Open the cargo compartment floor

(Y page 342).

EASY-PACK load-securing kit accessory parts : Bag containing the brackets and luggage

holder

; Telescopic rod

X Pull the cargo net up by tab : and hook it

into eyelets ; using both hands.

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X To install: insert two brackets A into the

left or right loading rail (Y page 340). X Press release button : of the luggage

holder and pull the strap out slightly.

X Insert luggage holder ; into brackets A and, while doing so, press release button = and push the luggage holder downwards until it engages.

X Press release button : of the luggage

holder and pull the strap out in the direction of the arrow.

X Place the load between the strap and the

cargo compartment side wall.

X Using one hand, press locking button : of

the luggage holder.

X With your other hand, let the strap go slowly

until the load is secured.

X Make sure that locking button ? on

brackets A is pressed. This keeps brackets A in place on the loading rail.

X To remove: press release button = on

respective bracket A and remove luggage holder ; by pulling upwards and out.

Telescopic rod

Inserting the brackets into the loading rail

X Insert bracket : into the center of loading

rail ?.

X Press release button ; and push

bracket : into the desired position in loading rail ?.

X Let go of release button ;. X Press locking button =.

Bracket : is locked in loading rail ?. X If necessary, fold cargo tie-down ring A

upwards.

Luggage holder ! Only use the luggage holder to secure

cargo with a maximum weight of 15.4 lbs (7 kg) and with dimensions that the luggage holder can safely and securely contain.

The luggage holder can be used to secure light loads against the side wall of the cargo compartment to prevent them from moving around.

The telescopic rod can be used to secure the load against the rear seats to prevent it from moving around.

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X To install: insert one bracket ; into both the left and the right loading rails and slide it to the desired position (Y page 340).

X Insert telescopic rod : into brackets ;

and, while doing so, press release button ? and push the rod downwards until it engages.

X To open: holding the ribbing, press

handle : downwards ;. Handle : folds up.

X Swing the cargo compartment floor

upwards using handle : until it rests against the cargo compartment cover.

X Make sure that locking button = on

brackets ; is pressed. This keeps brackets ; in place on the loading rail.

X To remove: press release button ? on

respective bracket ; and remove telescopic rod : by pulling it upwards and out.

X Fold out hook = on the underside of the cargo compartment floor in the direction of the arrow.

Stowage well under the cargo compartment floor G WARNING If you drive when the cargo compartment floor is open, objects could be flung around, thus striking vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction. Always close the cargo compartment floor before a journey.

X Attach hook = to the cargo

compartment's upper seal ?.

X To close: detach hook = from the cargo

compartment's upper seal ?.

X Fasten hook = to the bracket on the

underside of the cargo compartment floor.

X Fold the trunk floor down. X Press the cargo compartment floor

down ; until it engages.

i To remove the cargo compartment floor,

undo the press studs below the cargo compartment floor. When you re-install the

A removable insert under the cargo compartment floor contains the parts of the EASY-PACK load-securing kit. The tire- change tool kit is stored beneath this insert.

cargo compartment floor, fasten it with the press studs.

Attaching the roof carrier

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Roof carrier Important safety notes G WARNING When you load the roof, the center of gravity of the vehicle rises and the driving characteristics change. If you exceed the maximum roof load, the driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, will be greatly impaired. There is a risk of an accident. Never exceed the maximum roof load and adjust your driving style.

! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you

only use roof carriers that have been tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This helps to prevent damage to the vehicle. Position the load on the roof carrier in such a way that the vehicle will not sustain damage even when it is in motion. Depending on the vehicle equipment, ensure that when the roof carrier is installed you can: Rraise the sliding sunroof fully Ropen the panorama roof with power tilt/

sliding panel fully

Ropen the tailgate fully

The maximum roof load is 220 lbs(100 kg).

X Secure the roof carrier to roof rails :. In

doing so, observe the manufacturer's installation instructions.

Features Cup holder Important safety notes G WARNING If objects in the passenger compartment are stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction. RAlways stow objects so that they cannot be

thrown around in such situations.

RAlways make sure that objects do not

protrude from stowage spaces, parcel nets or stowage nets.

RClose the lockable stowage spaces while

driving.

RStow and secure objects that are heavy, hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too large in the cargo compartment.

! Only use the cup holders for containers of

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

The stowage compartments in the doors provide space for bottles with a capacity of up to 34 fl. oz. (1.0 liter).

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The bottles are not secured or prevented from tipping over. Therefore, do not place any open drink containers in the stowage compartments.

Cup holder in the front-compartment center console

: Cup holder ; Cover X To open: slide cover ; to its foremost

position.

go.

X To close: pull cover ; back as far as it will

You can remove the cup holder's rubber mat for cleaning. Clean with clear, lukewarm water only.

Temperature-controlled cup holder in the front-compartment center console

The temperature-controlled cup holder can be used to keep cold drinks cool and warm drinks warm. X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the

ignition lock.

X To switch on the cooling function: press and hold button = until the blue indicator lamp on the button lights up.

X To switch on the heating function: press and hold button = until the red indicator lamp on the button lights up.

X To switch off the function: press and hold button = until the indicator lamp on the button goes out.

When the heating function is used, the metal insert of the cup holder is heated. Once a certain temperature is reached, residual heat indicator lamp ; lights up. This means that the metal insert of the cup holder is hot. For this reason, you must not reach into the cup holder metal insert. Do not use hard or sharp objects to clean the cup holder. Use only a soft cloth to clean it.

Cup holder in the rear seat armrest ! Do not sit on or support your body weight on the rear seat armrest when it is folded down, as you could otherwise damage it.

: Cup holder ; Residual heat indicator lamp = Switch

X Fold down the rear seat armrest.

Cup holder : is located in the rear seat armrest.

Sun visors Overview G WARNING If the mirror cover of the vanity mirror is folded up when the vehicle is in motion, you could be blinded by incident light. There is a risk of an accident. Always keep the mirror cover folded down while driving.

: Mirror light ; Bracket = Retaining clip, e.g. for a car park ticket ? Vanity mirror A Mirror cover

Vanity mirror in the sun visor Mirror light : only functions if the sun visor is clipped into bracket ; and mirror cover A has been folded up.

Glare from the side

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X Fold down sun visor :. X Pull sun visor : out of retainer =. X Swing sun visor : to the side. X Slide sun visor : horizontally as required. X Fold down additional sun visor ; to the

windshield.

Roller sunblinds on the rear side windows ! Always guide the roller sunblind by hand.

Do not let it snap back suddenly as this would damage the automatic roller mechanism.

! Do not drive the vehicle with the roller sunblind hooked in and the side windows opened simultaneously. The roller sunblind can jump out of the retainers and spring back suddenly when driving at high speeds, e.g. when driving on the freeway. This could damage the inertia reel. Therefore, either close the side window or retract the roller sunblind before driving at high speeds.

X To extend: pull the roller sunblind out by tab : and hook it onto retainers ; at the back of the window.

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The roller sunblind can be hooked back into place should it pop out from the top of the guide rail. X Tilt pull-out profile : as illustrated. X Slip guide bush ; into open area of guide

rail =.

X Straighten up pull-out profile : again.

Ashtray Front ashtray ! The holder under the ashtray is not heat resistant. Before placing lit cigarettes in the ashtray, make sure that the ashtray is properly engaged. Otherwise, the holder could be damaged.

X Lift insert = up ; and out. X To re-install the insert: place insert = into the holder and press it down on the right until it engages.

X To close: pull cover : back as far as it will

go.

Rear-compartment ashtray ! Close the ashtray when it is not in use and before you fold the rear seats forward. You can otherwise damage the ashtray.

X To open: briefly press cover ; at the top.

The ashtray opens.

X To remove the insert: push into recess

= from the right. Ashtray insert : slides out slightly to the right.

X Lift insert : up and out. X To re-install the insert: place insert :

into the holder and press down on the right until it engages.

Vehicles without a Rear Seat Entertainment System have an ashtray in the center console in the rear compartment.

Cigarette lighter G WARNING You can burn yourself if you touch the hot heating element or the socket of the cigarette lighter.

X To open: slide cover : to its foremost

position.

X Fold cover = of the insert upwards. X To remove the insert: push insert = to

the left ?. Insert = slides out slightly to the right.

In addition, flammable materials can ignite if: Rthe hot cigarette lighter falls Ra child holds the hot cigarette lighter to

objects, for example

There is a risk of fire and injury. Always hold the cigarette lighter by the knob. Always make sure that the cigarette lighter is out of reach of children. Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.

! The cigarette lighter in the center console in the front compartment is not intended for operating the tire inflation compressor.

Your attention must always be focused on the traffic conditions. Only use the cigarette lighter when road and traffic conditions permit. X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the

ignition lock (Y page 157).

X To open: slide cover : to its foremost

position.

X Press in cigarette lighter ;.

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

X To close: pull cover : back as far as it will

go.

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12 V sockets General notes X Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the

ignition lock (Y page 157).

With the exception of the socket in the front center console, all sockets can be used for accessories with a maximum current draw of 240 W (20 A). The socket in the front center console can be used for accessories with a maximum current draw of 180 W (15 A). Accessories include such items as lamps or chargers for mobile phones. If you use the sockets for long periods when the engine is switched off, the battery may discharge. i An emergency cut-out ensures that the on-board voltage does not drop too low. If the on-board voltage is too low, the power to the sockets is automatically cut. This ensures that there is sufficient power to start the engine.

Socket in the front-compartment center console ! The socket is not suitable for operating

the tire inflation compressor.

X To open: slide cover : to its foremost

position.

X Lift up the cover of socket ;. X To close: pull cover : back as far as it will

go.

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Socket in the rear-compartment center console

X Lift up the cover of socket :. Vehicles with the Rear Seat Entertainment System have two sockets in the center console in the rear compartment.

Socket in the cargo compartment

X Lift up the cover of socket :.

115 V socket Important safety notes G DANGER When a suitable device is connected, the 115 V power socket will be carrying a high voltage. You could receive an electric shock if the connector cable or the 115 V power socket is pulled out of the trim or is damaged or wet. There is a risk of fatal injury.

RUse only connector cables that are dry and

free of damage.

RWhen the ignition is off, make sure that the

115 V power socket is dry.

RHave the 115 V power socket checked or

replaced immediately at a qualified specialized workshop if it is damaged or has been pulled out of the trim.

RNever plug the connector cable into a

115 V power socket that is damaged or has been pulled out of the trim. G DANGER If you reach into the power socket or plug inappropriate devices into the power socket, you could receive an electric shock. There is a risk of fatal injury. Only connect appropriate devices to the power socket.

! Note that work and repairs on the 115 V power socket should only be carried out by qualified specialist personnel.

General notes 115 V power socket provides an alternating voltage of 115 V so that small electronic devices can be connected. These devices, such as games consoles, chargers and laptops, should not consume more than a maximum of 150 watts altogether. Requirements for operation of these devices: Rthe electronic device that you connect has

a suitable connector and conforms to standards specific to the country you are in.

Rthe plug of the electronic device is plugged

correctly into 115 V power socket.

Rthe maximum wattage of the device to be

connected must not exceed 150 watts.

Rthe on-board power supply is within a

permissible voltage range.

Rthe 12 V sockets in the rear compartment

and the cargo compartment are operational.

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X To switch on: switch the ignition on. X Open flap =. X Insert the plug of the electronic device into

115 V power socket :. Indicator lamp ; lights up.

X To turn off: disconnect the plug from

115 V power socket :. Ensure that you do not pull on the cord.

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Problems with the 115 V power socket

Problem The warning lamp on the 115 V power socket is not lit.

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The on-board voltage is too low because the battery is too weak. X Start the engine. or X Charge the battery (Y page 387). If the indicator lamp still does not light up: X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The temperature of the DC/AC converter is temporarily too high. X Remove the electronic device connector from the 115 V socket. X Let the DC/AC converter cool down. If the indicator lamp still does not light up after cooling down the converter: X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. You have connected an electronic device that has a constant nominal power of less than 150 watts, but a very high switch-on current. This device will not work. If you connect such a device, the 115 V power socket will not supply it with power. X Connect a suitable device.

mbrace Important safety notes ! You must have a license agreement to activate the mbrace service. Make sure that your system is activated and ready for use. To register, press the ï MB Info call button. If any of the steps mentioned are not carried out, the system may not be activated. If you have questions about the activation, contact one of the following telephone hotlines: RUSA: Mercedes-Benz Customer

Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007

RCanada: Customer Service at

1-888-923-8367

Shortly after successfully registering with the mbrace service (Canada: TELEAID), a user ID and password will be sent to you by post. USA only: you can use this password to log onto the mbrace area under "Owners Online" at http://www.mbusa.com. The mbrace system is available if: Rit has been activated and is operational Rthe corresponding mobile phone network

is available for transmitting data to the Customer Center

Ra service subscription is available Rthe starter battery is sufficiently charged i Determining the location of the vehicle on

a map is only possible if: RGPS reception is available. Rthe vehicle position can be forwarded to

the Customer Assistance Center.

The mbrace system To adjust the volume during an mbrace call, proceed as follows: X Press the W or X button on the

multifunction steering wheel.

or X Use the volume controller of the audio

system/COMAND.

The mbrace system provides various services, e.g.: Rautomatic and manual emergency call RRoadside Assistance call RMB Info call USA only: you can find information and a description of all available features under "Owners Online" at http://www.mbusa.com.

System self-test After you have switched on the ignition, the system carries out a self-diagnosis. A malfunction in the system has been detected if one of the following occurs: RThe indicator lamp in the SOS button does

not come on during the system self-test. RThe indicator lamp in the F Roadside

Assistance button does not light up during self-diagnosis of the system.

RThe indicator lamp in the ï MB Info call

button does not light up during self- diagnosis of the system.

RThe indicator lamp in one or more of the

following buttons continues to light up red after the system self-diagnosis: - SOS button

the F Roadside Assistance call button the ï MB Info call button RThe mbrace Inoperative or mbrace Service Not Activated message appears in the multifunction display after the system self-diagnosis.

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If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above, the system may not operate as expected. In the event of an emergency, help will have to be summoned by other means. Have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the following service hotlines: RUSA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance

Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007

RCanada: Customer Service at

1-888-923-8367

Emergency call Important safety notes ! You must have a license agreement to activate the mbrace service. Make sure that your system is activated and ready for use. To register, press the ï MB Info call button. If any of the steps mentioned are not carried out, the system may not be activated. If you have questions about the activation, contact one of the following telephone hotlines: RUSA: Mercedes-Benz Customer

Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007

RCanada: Customer Service at

1-888-923-8367

General notes An emergency call is dialed automatically if an air bag or Emergency Tensioning Device is triggered. i You cannot end an automatically triggered emergency call yourself.

An emergency call can also be initiated manually. As soon as the emergency call has been initiated, the indicator lamp in the SOS button

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flashes. The Connecting Call message appears in the multifunction display. The audio output is muted. Once the connection has been made, the Call Connected message appears in the multifunction display. All important information on the emergency is transmitted, for example: RCurrent location of the vehicle (as

determined by the GPS system)

RVehicle identification number RInformation on the severity of the accident Shortly after the emergency call has been initiated, a voice connection is automatically established between the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center and the vehicle occupants. RIf the vehicle occupants respond, the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center attempts to get more information on the emergency.

RIf there is no response from the vehicle occupants, an ambulance is immediately sent to the vehicle.

The mbrace system has not been able to initiate an emergency call if no voice connection to the Response Center has been established. This can occur, for example, if the relevant mobile phone network is not available. The indicator lamp in the SOS button flashes continuously. The Call Failed message appears in the multifunction display and must be confirmed. In this case, seek assistance by other means.

Making an emergency call G WARNING It can be dangerous to remain in the vehicle, even if you have pressed the SOS button in an emergency if: Ryou see smoke inside or outside of the

vehicle, e.g. if there is a fire after an accident

Rthe vehicle is on a dangerous section of

road

Rthe vehicle is not visible or cannot easily be seen by other road users, particularly when dark or in poor visibility conditions

There is a risk of an accident and injury. Leave the vehicle immediately in this or similar situations as soon as it is safe to do so. Move to a safe location along with other vehicle occupants. In such situations, secure the vehicle in accordance with national regulations, e. g. with a warning triangle.

X To initiate an emergency call

manually: press cover : briefly to open.

X Press SOS button ; briefly.

The indicator lamp in SOS button ; flashes until the emergency call is concluded.

X Wait for a voice connection to the

Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center.

X After the emergency call, close cover :. i If the mobile phone network is not

available, mbrace is not able to make an emergency call. If you leave the vehicle

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Assistance center can ascertain the nature of the problem (Y page 357). The Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center either sends a qualified Mercedes- Benz technician or arranges for your vehicle to be transported to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. You may be charged for services such as repair work and/or towing. Further details are available in your mbrace manual. i The mbrace system failed to initiate a

Roadside Assistance call if: Rthe indicator lamp for Roadside

Assistance call button : is flashing continuously.

Rno voice connection to the Mercedes- Benz Customer Assistance Center was established.

This may be because the corresponding mobile phone network is not available. The Call Failed message appears in the multifunction display.

X To end a call: press the ~ button on the

multifunction steering wheel.

or X Press the corresponding button for ending

a phone call on the audio system or on COMAND.

MB Info call button

immediately after pressing the SOS button, you do not know if mbrace has successfully made the emergency call. In this situation, seek additional assistance by other means.

Roadside Assistance button

X Press Roadside Assistance button :.

This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center. The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button : flashes while the call is active. The Connecting Call message appears on the multifunction display. The audio output is muted. If a connection can be made, the Call Connected message appears in the multifunction display. If a cellular phone network is available and there is sufficient GPS reception, the mbrace system transmits data to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center, for example: RCurrent location of the vehicle RVehicle identification number i The display of the audio system or

COMAND shows that an mbrace call is active. During the call, you can change to the navigation menu by pressing the NAVI button on COMAND, for example. Voice output is not available.

A voice connection is established between the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center and the vehicle occupants. From the vehicle remote malfunction diagnosis, the Mercedes-Benz Customer

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X Press MB Info call button :.

This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center. The indicator lamp in MB Info call button : flashes while the connection is being made. The Connecting Call message appears on the multifunction display. The audio system is muted. If a connection can be made, the Call Connected message appears in the multifunction display. If a cellular phone network is available and there is sufficient GPS reception, the mbrace system transmits data to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center, for example: RCurrent location of the vehicle RVehicle identification number i The display of the audio system or

COMAND shows that an mbrace call is active. During the call, you can change to the navigation menu by pressing the NAVI button on COMAND, for example. Voice output is not available.

A voice connection is established between the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center and the vehicle occupants. You can obtain information on how to operate your vehicle's systems, on the location of the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, and on further products and services offered by Mercedes-Benz USA. USA only: you can find further information on the mbrace system under "Owners Online" at http://www.mbusa.com. i The mbrace system failed to initiate an

MB Info call if: Rthe indicator lamp in MB Info call button : is flashing continuously.

Rno voice connection to the Mercedes- Benz Customer Assistance Center was established.

This may be because the corresponding mobile phone network is not available.

The Call Failed message appears in the multifunction display.

X To end a call: press the ~ button on the

multifunction steering wheel.

or X Press the corresponding button for ending

a phone call on the audio system or on COMAND.

Call priority When service calls are active, e.g. Roadside Assistance or MB Info calls, an emergency call can still be initiated. In this case, an emergency call will take priority and override all other active calls. The indicator lamp of the respective button flashes until the call is ended. An emergency call can only be terminated by the Mercedes- Benz Customer Assistance Center. All other calls can be ended by pressing: Rthe ~ button on the multifunction

steering wheel

Rthe corresponding button on the audio

system or on COMAND for ending a telephone call

i If an mbrace call is initiated, audio output

is muted. The mobile phone is no longer connected to COMAND. However, if you would like to use your mobile phone, do so only when the vehicle is stationary and in a safe location.

Downloading destinations in COMAND Downloading destinations Destination Download gives you access to a data bank with over 15 million Points of Interest (POIs). These can be downloaded on the navigation system in your vehicle. If you know the destination, the address can be downloaded. Alternatively, you can obtain the location of Points of Interest (POIs)/ important destinations in the vicinity.

Furthermore, you can download routes with up to 20 way points. You are prompted to confirm route guidance to the address entered. The system calculates the route and subsequently starts the route guidance with the address entered. i If you select No, the address can be stored in the address book.

i The Destination Download function is

available if the corresponding mobile phone network is available and data transfer is possible.

i You can only use the Destination Download function if the vehicle is equipped with a navigation system.

Route Assistance This service is part of the mbrace PLUS Package and cannot be purchased separately. i You can also use the Route Assistance

function if your vehicle is not equipped with a navigation system.

Within the framework of this service, you receive a professional and reliable form of navigation support without having to leave your vehicle. The customer service representative finds a suitable route depending on your vehicle's current position and the desired destination. You will then be guided live through the current route section.

Search & Send General notes i To use "Search & Send", your vehicle must be equipped with mbrace and a navigation system. You must also have an mbrace service subscription.

"Search & Send" is a destination entry service. A destination address which is found on Google Maps® can be transferred via

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mbrace directly to your vehicle's navigation system. Specifying and sending the destination address X Go to the website http://

www.maps.google.com and enter a destination address into the entry field.

X To send the destination address to the

e-mail address of your mbrace account: click on the corresponding button.

i Example:

If you select 'Send to vehicle' and then 'Mercedes-Benz', the destination address will be sent to your vehicle.

X When the "Send" dialog window appears:

In the relevant field, enter the e-mail address which you specified when activating your mbrace account.

X Click "Send". i Information on specific commands such

as "Address entry" or "Sending" can be found on the website.

Calling up destination addresses X Switch on the ignition.

The destination address is loaded into the vehicle's navigation system. A display message appears, asking whether navigation should be started. X Select Yes by sliding XVY and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The system calculates the route and subsequently starts the route guidance with the address entered. i If you select No, the address can be stored in the address book.