2012 Mercedes-benz R Class UK Owners Manual

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R-Class Owner's Manual Nur für internen Gebrauch / For internal use only Symbols In this Owner's Manual, you will find the fol- lowing symbols: G WARNING Warning notices draw your attention to haz- ards that may endanger your health or life, or the health or life of others. H Environmental note Environmental notes provide you with infor- mation on environmentally aware actions or disposal. ! Notes on material damage alert you to dangers that could lead to damage to your vehicle. i These symbols indicate useful instruc- tions or further information that could be helpful to you. This symbol designates an instruc- tion you must follow. Several consecutive symbols indi- cate an instruction with several steps. YY (Y page) This symbol tells you where you can find further information on a topic. This symbol indicates a warning or an instruction that is continued on the next page. Display This text indicates a message on the multifunction/COMAND dis- play. ~ This symbol tells you that you can find further information in the Dig- ital Owner's Manual. Parts of the software in the vehicle are pro- tected by copyright © 2005 The FreeType Project http://www.freetype.org. All rights reserved. The technical documentation team at Daimler AG wishes you safe and pleasant motoring. Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz Before you first drive off, read this Owner's Manual carefully and familiarise yourself with your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instructions and warn- ing notices in this manual. Disregarding them may lead to damage to the vehicle or personal injury. The equipment or model designation of your vehicle may vary according to: Rmodel Rorder Rcountry variant Ravailability The illustrations in this manual show a left- hand-drive vehicle. On right-hand-drive vehi- cles, the layout of components and controls differs accordingly. Mercedes-Benz is constantly updating its vehicles to the state of the art. Mercedes-Benz therefore reserves the right to introduce changes in the following areas: Rdesign Requipment Rtechnical features Therefore, descriptions may vary from those of your own vehicle. The following are integral components of the vehicle: ROwner's Manual RService Booklet Requipment-dependent supplements Keep printed copies of the documents in the vehicle at all times. If you sell the vehicle, always pass the documents on to the new owner. i You can get to know the important fea- tures of your vehicle in the interactive Own- er's Manual on the Internet at: http://www.mercedes-benz.de/ betriebsanleitung 2515845982Z102 É2515845982Z102)ËÍ Contents Index ....................................................... 4 At a glance ........................................... 27 Introduction ......................................... 21 Safety ................................................... 39 Opening and closing ........................... 69 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .... 91 Lights and windscreen wipers ......... 109 Climate control ................................. 123 Driving and parking .......................... 143 On-board computer and displays .... 193 Stowing and features ....................... 245 Maintenance and care ...................... 277 Breakdown assistance ..................... 291 Wheels and tyres .............................. 311 Technical data ................................... 335 4 Index 1, 2, 3 ... 12 V socket 4ETS see Socket see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- tion System) 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel drive) .................................................. 176 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Display message ............................ 211 Function/notes ................................ 62 Important safety notes .................... 62 Warning lamp ................................. 235 Activating/deactivating air-recir- culation mode .................................... 133 Activating/deactivating cooling with air dehumidification ................. 129 Active Service System see ASSYST PLUS Adaptive brake lamps ......................... 62 AdBlue® Display message ............................ 220 Notes ............................................. 342 Service indicator ............................ 283 AdBlue® service indicator ................ 283 Additives (engine oil) ........................ 344 Adjusting the armrest (2nd row of seats) .................................................... 98 Adjusting the headlamp range ......... 112 ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ..... 174 Airbags Front airbag (driver, front passenger) ....................................... 44 Important safety guidelines ............. 42 Sidebag ............................................ 44 Triggering ......................................... 41 Windowbag ...................................... 45 Air-conditioning system see Climate control Air filter (white display message) .... 220 AIRMATIC (display message) ............ 221 AIRMATIC package ............................ 174 ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ... 174 Level control .................................. 174 Air pressure Air vents see Tyre pressure Important safety notes .................. 139 Rear ............................................... 140 Setting ........................................... 139 Setting the centre air vents ........... 140 Setting the side air vents ............... 140 Alarm system see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) Anti-glare film .................................... 275 Anti-lock Braking System see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Anti-Theft Alarm system see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) Aquaplaning ....................................... 162 Ashtray ............................................... 263 ASSYST PLUS Displaying a service message ........ 282 Hiding a service message .............. 282 Notes ............................................. 282 Resetting the service interval dis- play ................................................ 282 Service message ............................ 282 Special service requirements ......... 283 ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) Activating/deactivating ................... 66 Function ........................................... 66 Interior motion sensor ..................... 68 Switching off the alarm .................... 66 Tow-away protection ........................ 67 Audio menu (on-board computer) .... 198 Authorised workshop see Qualified specialist workshop AUTO lights Display message ............................ 217 see Lights Automatic headlamp mode .............. 111 Automatic transmission Accelerator pedal position ............. 152 Automatic drive program ............... 153 Changing gear ............................... 152 DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 150 Display message ............................ 229 Driving tips .................................... 152 Emergency running mode .............. 155 Engaging drive position .................. 151 Index Engaging neutral ............................ 151 Engaging reverse gear ................... 151 Engaging the park position ............ 151 Kickdown ....................................... 152 Overview ........................................ 150 Problem (fault) ............................... 155 Program selector button ................ 153 Pulling away ................................... 147 Shift ranges ................................... 154 Starting the engine ........................ 146 Steering wheel gearshift paddles ... 153 Trailer towing ................................. 152 Transmission position display ........ 151 Transmission positions .................. 152 Automatic transmission emer- gency running mode ......................... 155 Auxiliary heating Activating/deactivating ................. 135 Activating/deactivating (on the centre console) .............................. 136 Display message ............................ 231 Heater booster function ................. 137 Important safety notes .................. 135 Problem (display message) ............ 139 Remote control .............................. 136 Setting ........................................... 205 Auxiliary ventilation Activating/deactivating ................. 135 Activating/deactivating (on the centre console) .............................. 136 Heater booster function ................. 137 Problem (display message) ............ 139 Remote control .............................. 136 Axle load, permissible (trailer tow- ing) ...................................................... 349 Ball coupling Fitting ............................................ 186 Removing ....................................... 189 Storing ........................................... 190 BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 62 Battery (key) Checking .......................................... 73 Important safety notes .................... 72 Replacing ......................................... 73 Battery (vehicle) Charging ........................................ 303 Display message ............................ 219 Important safety notes .................. 301 Jump starting ................................. 304 Overview ........................................ 301 Belt Boot see Seat belt Belt force limiters (activation) ........... 41 Belt tensioner Activation ......................................... 41 Function ........................................... 50 Blind Spot Assist Activating/deactivating ................. 207 Display message ............................ 222 Notes/function .............................. 182 Trailer towing ................................. 184 BlueTEC (AdBlue®) ............................. 342 Bonnet Closing ........................................... 279 Display message ............................ 230 Opening ......................................... 278 see Tailgate Brake Assist System see BAS (Brake Assist System) Brake fluid Brake lamps Brakes Display message ............................ 214 Notes ............................................. 344 Adaptive ........................................... 62 Display message ............................ 216 ABS .................................................. 62 BAS .................................................. 62 Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 344 Display message ............................ 211 Driving tips .................................... 160 Important safety notes .................. 160 Parking brake ........................ 159, 161 Warning lamp ................................. 235 Breakdown Bulbs see Flat tyre see Towing away see Changing bulbs 6 Index Calling up a fault Car Care see Display messages see Vehicle Automatic car wash ....................... 284 Carpets .......................................... 289 Display ........................................... 288 Exterior lighting ............................. 287 Gear or selector lever .................... 289 High-pressure cleaner .................... 285 Interior ........................................... 288 Matt paintwork .............................. 285 Notes ............................................. 283 Paint .............................................. 285 Plastic trim .................................... 288 Roof lining ...................................... 289 Seat belt ........................................ 289 Seat cover ..................................... 289 Sensors ......................................... 287 Steering wheel ............................... 289 Tail pipes ....................................... 287 Trim pieces .................................... 289 Washing by hand ........................... 284 Wheels ........................................... 286 Windows ........................................ 286 Wiper blades .................................. 286 Wooden trim .................................. 289 Car key see Keys Car wash (care) ................................. 284 CD player/CD changer(on-board computer) .......................................... 198 Central locking Automatic locking (on-board com- puter) ............................................. 204 Locking/unlocking (key) .................. 70 Centre console 2nd row of seats ............................ 249 Lower section .................................. 35 Upper section .................................. 34 Changing bulbs Dipped-beam headlamps ............... 117 Important safety notes .................. 115 Licence plate lighting ..................... 119 Main-beam headlamps ................... 118 Overview of bulb types .................. 116 Parking lamps (front) ..................... 118 Removing/replacing the cover (front wheel arch) .......................... 117 Reversing lamps ............................ 119 Standing lamps .............................. 118 Turn signals (front) ......................... 118 Child-proof locks Important safety notes .................... 60 Rear doors ....................................... 61 In the vehicle ................................... 51 Restraint systems ............................ 51 Children Child seat Automatic recognition ..................... 52 ISOFIX .............................................. 54 On the front-passenger seat ............ 52 Problem (malfunction) ..................... 57 Recommendations ........................... 59 Suitable positions ............................ 57 Top Tether ....................................... 55 Cigarette lighter ................................ 264 Cleaning Mirror turn signal ........................... 287 Trailer tow hitch ............................. 287 Climate control Auxiliary heating/ventilation .......... 135 Controlling automatically ............... 130 Convenience opening/closing (air-recirculation mode) ................. 134 Cooling with air dehumidification . . 129 Demisting the windows .................. 133 Demisting the windscreen ............. 132 Important safety notes .................. 124 Indicator lamp ................................ 130 Information on using THERMOTRONIC automatic cli- mate control .................................. 128 Notes on using THERMATIC auto- matic climate control ..................... 125 Overview of systems ...................... 124 Problems with cooling with air dehumidification ............................ 130 Problem with the rear window heating .......................................... 133 Rear control panel ......................... 126 Setting the air distribution ............. 131 Setting the airflow ......................... 132 Setting the air vents ...................... 139 Setting the temperature ................ 131 Switching air-recirculation mode on/off ............................................ 133 Switching on/off ........................... 128 Switching residual heat on/off ...... 134 Switching the Mono function on/ off .................................................. 132 Switching the rear window heat- ing on/off ...................................... 133 THERMATIC automatic climate control (2-zone) ............................. 125 THERMOTRONIC (3-zone) auto- matic climate control ..................... 126 Clock (on-board computer) ............... 201 Cockpit Overview .......................................... 28 see Instrument cluster Collapsible emergency spare wheel see Emergency spare wheel COMAND COMAND display see Separate operating instructions Cleaning ......................................... 288 Combination switch .......................... 113 Compass Calibrating ..................................... 273 Display message ............................ 229 Notes ............................................. 272 Setting ........................................... 273 Constant headlamp mode see Daytime driving lights Consumption statistics (on-board computer) .......................................... 207 Convenience closing feature .............. 83 Convenience opening/closing (air- recirculation mode) ........................... 134 Convenience opening feature ............ 83 Coolant (engine) Checking the level ......................... 281 Display message ............................ 218 Important safety notes .................. 345 Temperature gauge ........................ 197 Cooling see Climate control Index Crash-responsive emergency light- ing ....................................................... 115 Cruise control Activating ....................................... 164 Activation conditions ..................... 164 Cruise control lever ....................... 163 Deactivating ................................... 165 Display message ............................ 223 Driving system ............................... 163 Important safety notes .................. 163 LIM indicator lamp ......................... 163 Selecting ........................................ 163 Storing and maintaining current speed ............................................. 164 Cup holder Centre console .............................. 260 Important safety notes .................. 260 second row of seats ....................... 261 Second row of seats (armrest) ....... 262 Third row of seats .......................... 262 Dashboard Data see Instrument cluster Dashboard lighting see Instrument cluster lighting see Technical data Date (on-board computer) ................ 201 Daytime driving lights Display message ............................ 217 Switching on/off (on-board com- puter) ............................................. 202 Switching on/off (switch) .............. 111 Dealership see Qualified specialist workshop Delayed switch-off Exterior lighting (on-board com- puter) ............................................. 202 Interior lighting .............................. 203 Diagnostics connection ...................... 23 Diesel .................................................. 341 Diesel particle filter .......................... 160 Digital speedometer Displaying ...................................... 197 Setting the unit (on-board com- puter) ............................................. 201 8 Index Dipped-beam headlamps Changing bulbs .............................. 117 Display message ............................ 215 Setting for driving abroad (sym- metrical) ........................................ 110 Switching on/off ........................... 111 DIRECT SELECT lever Display message see Automatic transmission ASSYST PLUS ................................ 282 General information ....................... 210 Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 210 KEYLESS-GO .................................. 232 Display messages Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 210 Driving systems ............................. 221 Engine ............................................ 218 Key ................................................ 232 Lights ............................................. 214 Safety systems .............................. 211 Tyres .............................................. 225 Vehicle ........................................... 229 Distance warning function Activating/deactivating ................. 207 Function/notes ................................ 65 Warning lamp ................................. 242 Distance warning signal (warning lamp) .................................................. 242 Distronic Display message ............................ 224 Driving tips .................................... 172 DISTRONIC Deactivating ................................... 172 Displays in the multifunction dis- play ................................................ 171 Important safety notes .................. 167 Notes/function .............................. 167 Selecting ........................................ 169 Setting the specified minimum distance ......................................... 171 Warning lamp ................................. 242 Door Automatic locking (on-board com- puter) ............................................. 204 Automatic locking (switch) ............... 77 Central locking/unlocking (key) ...... 70 Control panel ................................... 37 Display message ............................ 230 Emergency locking ........................... 78 Emergency unlocking ....................... 77 Important safety notes .................... 76 Opening (from the inside) ................ 76 Doors Overview .......................................... 76 Drive program (automatic) ............... 153 Driver's door see Door Driving abroad Service24h .................................... 283 Symmetrical dipped beam ............. 110 Driving on flooded roads .................. 162 Driving safety system Distance warning function ............... 65 Electronic Brake-force Distribu- tion .................................................. 64 ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) ............................................... 63 ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System) ........................................... 63 Important safety guidelines ............. 61 Driving safety systems ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 62 Adaptive brake lamps ...................... 62 BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 62 Overview .......................................... 61 Driving system ADS ............................................... 174 AIRMATIC package ........................ 174 Level control (vehicle with AIR- MATIC package) ............................. 174 Driving systems Blind Spot Assist ............................ 182 Cruise control ................................ 163 Display message ............................ 221 Distronic ........................................ 167 PARKTRONIC ................................. 177 Reversing camera .......................... 180 SPEEDTRONIC ............................... 165 Driving tips Aquaplaning ................................... 162 Automatic transmission ................. 152 Brakes ........................................... 160 DISTRONIC .................................... 172 Downhill gradient ........................... 160 Driving abroad ............................... 110 Index Driving in winter ............................. 162 Driving on flooded roads ................ 162 Driving on wet roads ...................... 162 Fuel ................................................ 160 General .......................................... 160 Icy road surfaces ........................... 162 Limited braking efficiency on sal- ted roads ....................................... 161 New brake pads/linings ................ 161 Running-in tips ............................... 144 Snow chains .................................. 315 Symmetrical dipped beam ............. 110 Towing a trailer .............................. 184 Wet road surface ........................... 161 DVD audio DVD video Operating (on-board computer) ..... 198 Operating (on-board computer) ..... 199 EASY-ENTRY feature Activating/deactivating ................. 206 Function/notes ............................. 104 EASY-EXIT feature Crash-responsive ........................... 105 Function/notes ............................. 104 Switching on/off ........................... 206 EBD (electronic brake force distri- bution) Display message ............................ 213 Function/notes ................................ 64 Electrical fuses see Fuses Electronic Stability Program see ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) Electronic Traction System see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- tion System) Emergency key Unlocking the driver's door .............. 77 Emergency key element Function/notes ................................ 72 Emergency release Driver's door .................................... 77 Fuel filler flap ................................. 156 Emergency spare wheel Important safety notes .................. 328 Inflating the collapsible spare wheel ............................................. 330 Points to remember ....................... 329 Storage location ............................ 329 Stowing .......................................... 331 Technical data ............................... 333 Emergency unlocking Vehicle ............................................. 77 Engine Display message ............................ 218 Engine number ............................... 339 Jump-starting ................................. 304 Running irregularly ......................... 149 Starting problems .......................... 149 Starting the engine with the key .... 146 Starting with KEYLESS GO ............. 147 Stopping ........................................ 158 Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 309 Warning lamp (engine diagnos- tics) ............................................... 241 Engine electronics Notes ............................................. 337 Problem (fault) ............................... 149 Engine oil Additives ........................................ 344 Checking the oil level ..................... 279 Checking the oil level using the dipstick .......................................... 280 Display message ............................ 219 Filling capacity ............................... 344 Notes about oil grades ................... 343 Notes on oil level/consumption .... 279 Topping up ..................................... 280 Viscosity ........................................ 344 Environmental protection Returning an end-of-life vehicle ....... 21 ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) Deactivating/activating ................... 64 Display message ............................ 211 ETS/4ETS ........................................ 63 Function/notes ................................ 63 Important safety guidelines ............. 63 Trailer stabilisation .......................... 64 Warning lamp ................................. 237 10 Index ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys- tem) ...................................................... 63 Exhaust tail pipe (cleaning instruc- tions) .................................................. 287 Exterior lighting see Lights Exterior mirrors Adjusting ....................................... 105 Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ........ 107 Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 106 Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 106 Folding in when locking (on-board computer) ...................................... 206 Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 106 Parking position ............................. 107 Resetting ....................................... 106 Storing settings (memory func- tion) ............................................... 108 Fault message Filler cap see Display messages see Fuel filler flap Fire extinguisher ............................... 293 First-aid kit ......................................... 292 Fitting a wheel Removing a wheel .......................... 323 Fitting wheels Fitting a wheel ............................... 324 Lowering the vehicle ...................... 325 Raising the vehicle ......................... 322 Securing the vehicle against roll- ing away ........................................ 321 Flat tyre MOExtended tyres ......................... 295 Preparing the vehicle ..................... 295 TIREFIT kit ...................................... 296 Floormat ............................................. 274 Foglamps Switching on/off ........................... 111 Frequencies Garage door opener ....................... 269 Mobile phone ................................. 337 Two-way radio ................................ 337 Front foglamps Display message ............................ 216 Fuel Additives ........................................ 340 Calling up the range ....................... 208 Consumption information .............. 342 Consumption statistics .................. 207 Displaying the current consump- tion ................................................ 208 Driving tips .................................... 160 Fuel gauge ....................................... 30 Grade (petrol) ................................ 340 Important safety notes .................. 339 Problem (malfunction) ................... 157 Quality (diesel) ............................... 341 Refuelling ....................................... 155 Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 340 Fuel filler flap Emergency release ........................ 156 Opening/closing ............................ 156 Fuel filter (white display message) . 220 Fuel level Calling up the range (on-board computer) ...................................... 208 Gauge .............................................. 30 Fuel reserve Fuel tank see Fuel Capacity ........................................ 340 Problem (malfunction) ................... 157 Fuse allocation chart (vehicle tool kit) ...................................................... 294 Fuses Allocation chart ............................. 309 Before changing ............................. 309 Dashboard fuse box ....................... 309 Fuse box in the engine compart- ment .............................................. 310 Fuse box in the luggage compart- ment .............................................. 310 Important safety notes .................. 309 Garage door opener Clearing the memory ..................... 269 Frequencies ................................... 269 Important safety notes .................. 267 Opening/closing the garage door .. 268 Programming (button in the rear- view mirror) ................................... 267 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ......... 336 Glove compartment .......................... 247 Handbrake see Parking brake Hazard warning lamps ...................... 114 Headlamp Cleaning system (function) ............ 113 Cleaning system (notes) ................ 345 Headlamp delayed switch-off see Exterior lighting delayed switch-off Headlamps Misting up ...................................... 114 Topping up the cleaning system .... 281 see Automatic headlamp mode Head restraints Adjusting ......................................... 95 Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 95 Adjusting (manually) ........................ 95 Adjusting (rear) ................................ 96 Fitting/removing (rear) .................... 96 Luxury .............................................. 95 see NECK-PRO head restraints/ NECK-PRO luxury head restraints Heater booster function ................... 137 Heating see Climate control High-pressure cleaners .................... 285 Hill start assist .................................. 147 Ignition lock see Key positions Immobiliser .......................................... 66 Indicator and warning lamps Engine diagnostics ......................... 241 Fuel tank ........................................ 241 Indicator lamps Display message ............................ 215 see Warning and indicator lamps Insect protection on the radiator .... 279 Index 11 Inspection see ASSYST PLUS Instrument cluster Overview .......................................... 30 Selecting the language (on-board computer) ...................................... 201 Settings ......................................... 200 Warning and indicator lamps ........... 32 Instrument cluster lighting .............. 194 Interior lighting ................................. 114 Automatic control system .............. 115 Delayed switch-off (on-board computer) ...................................... 203 Emergency lighting ........................ 115 Manual control ............................... 115 Overview ........................................ 114 Reading lamp ................................. 114 Interior motion sensor Activating/deactivating (on- board computer) ............................ 207 Notes ............................................... 68 ISOFIX child seat securing system .... 54 Jack Storage location ............................ 293 Using ............................................. 322 Jump start (engine) see Jump starting (engine) Jump starting (engine) ...................... 304 Key Changing the battery ....................... 73 Checking the battery ....................... 73 Convenience closing feature ............ 84 Convenience opening feature .......... 83 Display message ............................ 232 Door central locking/unlocking ....... 70 Emergency key element ................... 72 Important safety notes .................... 70 Loss ................................................. 75 Modifying the programming ............. 71 Positions (ignition lock) ................. 145 12 Index KEYLESS-GO Problem (malfunction) ..................... 75 Starting the engine ........................ 146 Convenience closing ........................ 84 Display message ............................ 232 Locking ............................................ 71 Start/Stop button .......................... 145 Starting the engine ........................ 147 Unlocking ......................................... 71 Key positions Key ................................................ 145 KEYLESS GO .................................. 145 Overview .......................................... 70 Driving tips .................................... 152 Keys Kickdown Lamps see Warning and indicator lamps Language (on-board computer) ........ 201 Lashing eyelets ................................. 255 Level control (display message) ...... 221 Level control (vehicle with AIR- MATIC package) Basic settings ................................ 175 Function/notes ............................. 174 Important safety notes .................. 174 Licence plate lamp Display message ............................ 216 Licence plate lighting Changing bulbs .............................. 119 Lighting Lights see Lights Activating/deactivating the exte- rior lighting delayed switch-off ....... 202 Activating/deactivating the inte- rior lighting delayed switch-off ....... 203 Automatic headlamp mode ............ 111 Dipped-beam headlamps ............... 111 Driving abroad ............................... 110 Foglamps ....................................... 111 Hazard warning lamps ................... 114 Headlamp flasher ........................... 114 Headlamp range ............................ 112 Light switch ................................... 110 Main-beam headlamps ................... 113 Parking lamps ................................ 111 Rear foglamp ................................. 112 Side lamps ..................................... 111 Switching the daytime driving lights on/off (on-board computer) . 202 Switching the daytime driving lights on/off (switch) ..................... 111 Switching the surround lighting on/off (on-board computer) .......... 202 Turn signals ................................... 113 see Changing bulbs see Interior lighting Light sensor (display message) ....... 217 LIM indicator lamp Cruise control ................................ 163 Distronic ........................................ 169 Variable SPEEDTRONIC ................. 166 Limiting the speed see SPEEDTRONIC Loading guidelines ............................ 246 Locking see Central locking Locking (doors) Automatic ........................................ 77 Emergency locking ........................... 78 From inside (central locking but- ton) .................................................. 77 Locking centrally see Central locking Locking verification signal (on- board computer) ............................... 204 Luggage compartment cover Extending ....................................... 258 Notes/function .............................. 256 Luggage compartment enlarge- ment Completely .................................... 251 Important safety notes .................. 250 Partial ............................................ 251 Luggage compartment floor ............ 293 Lumbar support Adjusting (on the seat) .................. 101 Luxury head restraint ......................... 95 Index 13 M+S tyres ........................................... 314 Main-beam headlamps Changing bulbs .............................. 118 Display message ............................ 216 Switching on/off ........................... 113 Matt finish (cleaning instructions) . . 285 Memory card (audio) ......................... 198 Memory function ............................... 108 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre see Qualified specialist workshop Messages Mirror Mirrors see Display messages see Vanity mirror (in sun visor) see Exterior mirrors see Rear-view mirror Mobile phone Frequencies ................................... 337 Installation ..................................... 337 Menu (on-board computer) ............ 208 Notes/placing in the bracket ......... 265 Transmission output (maximum) .... 337 Modifying the programming (key) ..... 71 MOExtended tyres ............................. 295 MP3 see Separate operating instructions Multifunction display ........................ 196 Multifunction steering wheel Operating the on-board computer . 195 Overview .......................................... 33 Navigation Menu (on-board computer) ............ 199 see separate operating instructions NECK-PRO head restraints Operation ......................................... 46 Resetting after being triggered ........ 46 NECK-PRO luxury head restraints Operation ......................................... 46 Resetting after being triggered ........ 47 Notes on running in a new vehicle . . 144 Occupant safety Children in the vehicle ..................... 51 Important safety notes .................... 40 Odometer ........................................... 197 see Total distance recorder see Trip meter Off-road system 4MATIC .......................................... 176 see Engine oil On-board computer Oil Additional functions menu ............. 207 AIRMATIC/compass menu ............ 199 Audio menu ................................... 198 Convenience submenu .................. 206 Displaying a service message ........ 282 Displaying the coolant tempera- ture ................................................ 197 Displaying the outside tempera- ture ................................................ 197 Display messages .......................... 210 Distronic menu .............................. 171 Factory settings ............................. 200 Heating submenu ........................... 205 Important safety notes .................. 194 Menu overview .............................. 196 Message memory menu ................. 210 Navigation menu ............................ 199 Operating the TV ............................ 198 Operating video DVD ..................... 199 Operation ....................................... 195 Selecting the language .................. 201 Settings menu ............................... 200 Setting the display when the igni- tion is switched off ........................ 203 Standard display ............................ 197 Status bar ...................................... 201 Telephone menu ............................ 208 Trip computer menu ...................... 207 Vehicle submenu ........................... 203 Opening and closing the side trim panels ................................................. 119 Operating system see On-board computer Outside temperature Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 197 14 Index Outside temperature display ........... 195 Overhead control panel ...................... 36 Override feature Rear side windows ........................... 61 Paint code .......................................... 338 Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 285 Panic alarm .......................................... 40 Panorama sliding sunroof Important safety information ........... 85 Opening/closing .............................. 87 Opening/closing the roller sun- blind ................................................. 88 Problem (malfunction) ..................... 89 Rain closing feature ......................... 87 Resetting ......................................... 88 Parking ............................................... 158 Important safety notes .................. 158 Parking brake ................................ 159 Position of exterior mirror, front- passenger side ............................... 107 Reversing camera .......................... 180 see PARKTRONIC Parking aid see Exterior mirrors see PARKTRONIC Parking brake Display message ............................ 214 Notes/function .............................. 159 Warning lamp ................................. 240 Parking lamps Changing bulbs .............................. 118 Display message ............................ 216 Switching on/off ........................... 111 Parking lamps (changing bulbs) ...... 118 PARKTRONIC Deactivating/activating ................. 179 Driving system ............................... 177 Function/notes ............................. 177 Important safety notes .................. 177 Problem (fault) ............................... 180 Sensor range ................................. 177 Trailer towing ................................. 179 Warning display ............................. 178 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF warning lamp ...................................................... 52 Petrol .................................................. 340 Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 288 Power windows see Side windows PRE-SAFE® (preventive occupant safety system) Display message ............................ 214 Operation ......................................... 45 Product information ............................ 21 Program selector button .................. 153 Protection of the environment General notes .................................. 21 Pulling away (automatic transmis- sion) .................................................... 147 Qualified specialist workshop ........... 23 Radar sensor system Activating/deactivating ................. 204 Country overview ........................... 349 Display message ............................ 222 Radiator cover ................................... 279 Radio Selecting a station ......................... 198 see separate operating instructions Radio-controlled devices (fitting) .... 274 Rain closing feature Panorama sliding sunroof ................ 87 Sliding sunroof ................................. 86 Reading lamp ..................................... 114 Rear bench seat Folding the bench seat forwards/ back ............................................... 250 Rear compartment Activating/deactivating the air conditioning ................................... 128 Exit/entry position (3rd row of seats) ............................................... 99 Setting the air vents ...................... 140 Setting the temperature ................ 131 Rear foglamp Display message ............................ 216 Switching on/off ........................... 112 Rear lamps Rear seat see Lights Adjusting ......................................... 98 Rear-view mirror Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ........ 107 Dipping (manual) ........................... 105 Rear window heating Problem (fault) ............................... 133 Switching on/off ........................... 133 Rear window wiper Safety Replacing the wiper blade .............. 122 Switching on/off ........................... 121 Safety net Refuelling Fuel gauge ....................................... 30 Important safety notes .................. 155 Refuelling process ......................... 156 see Fuel Safety system Seat Remote control Auxiliary heating/ventilation .......... 136 Changing the batteries (auxiliary heating) ......................................... 137 Programming (garage door opener) .......................................... 267 Replacing the battery (auxiliary heating remote control) .................... 137 Reserve (fuel tank) see Fuel Reserve fuel Display message ............................ 219 Warning lamp ................................. 241 Reset button ........................................ 30 Residual heat (climate control) ........ 134 Restraint system see SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Rev counter ........................................ 194 Reversing camera Function/notes ............................. 180 Reversing lamp Reversing lamps Roller sunblind Changing bulbs .............................. 119 Display message ............................ 217 Panorama sliding sunroof ................ 87 Roof carrier ........................................ 259 Index 15 Roof lining and carpets (cleaning instructions) ...................................... 289 Roof load (maximum) ........................ 346 Route (navigation) see Route guidance (navigation) Route guidance (navigation) ............ 199 Children in the vehicle ..................... 51 Child restraint systems .................... 51 Attaching ....................................... 259 Important safety information ......... 258 see Driving safety system Folding down the 2nd row of seats .............................................. 251 Folding down the 3rd row of seats . 253 Resetting the 2nd row of seats ...... 254 Resetting the 3rd row of seats ....... 254 Adjusting the driver's and front- passenger seat belt ......................... 49 Adjusting the height ......................... 49 Belt force limiter .............................. 50 Belt tensioner .................................. 50 Cleaning ......................................... 289 Fastening ......................................... 48 Important safety guidelines ............. 47 Releasing ......................................... 49 Switching belt adjustment on/off (on-board computer) ...................... 206 Warning lamp ................................. 233 Warning lamp (function) ................... 50 Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 94 Adjusting (manually and electri- cally) ................................................ 94 Adjusting the head restraint ............ 95 Cleaning the cover ......................... 289 Correct driver's seat position ........... 92 Entry position (3rd row of seats) .... 100 Exit position (3rd row of seats) ...... 100 Folding the 2nd row of seats forward manually ............................. 99 Seat belt Seats 16 Index Folding the rear bench seat for- wards/back ................................... 250 Important safety notes .................... 93 Overview .......................................... 93 Seat heating problem .................... 102 Seat ventilation problem ................ 103 Storing settings (memory func- tion) ............................................... 108 Switching seat heating on/off ....... 102 Switching the seat ventilation on/ off .................................................. 103 Securing hooks .................................. 256 Selector lever Cleaning ......................................... 289 Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 287 Service see ASSYST PLUS Service Centre Service products see Qualified specialist workshop AdBlue® special additives .............. 342 Brake fluid ..................................... 344 Coolant (engine) ............................ 345 Engine oil ....................................... 343 Fuel ................................................ 339 Important safety notes .................. 339 Washer fluid ................................... 345 Settings Factory (on-board computer) ......... 200 On-board computer ....................... 200 Setting the air distribution ............... 131 Setting the airflow ............................ 132 Short journeys (diesel particle fil- ter) ...................................................... 160 Sidebag ................................................ 44 Side windows Convenience closing ........................ 83 Convenience opening ...................... 83 Hinged side windows ....................... 82 Important safety notes .................... 81 Opening/closing .............................. 82 Overview .......................................... 81 Problem (malfunction) ..................... 85 resetting .......................................... 84 Sliding sunroof Important safety information ........... 85 Opening/closing .............................. 86 Problem (malfunction) ..................... 89 Rain closing feature ......................... 86 Resetting ......................................... 86 see Panorama sliding sunroof Information .................................... 315 Snow chains Socket 2nd row of seats ............................ 265 Centre console .............................. 265 Luggage compartment ................... 265 General notes ................................ 264 Sockets Spare wheel Storage location ............................ 329 Storing ........................................... 331 see Emergency spare wheel Specialist workshop ............................ 23 Speed, controlling see Cruise control Speedometer Digital speedometer (on-board computer) ...................................... 197 In the Instrument cluster ................. 30 Segments ...................................... 195 Selecting the unit of measure- ment .............................................. 200 see Instrument cluster SPEEDTRONIC Activating variable ......................... 166 Deactivating variable ..................... 167 Display message ............................ 223 Function/notes ............................. 165 Important safety notes .................. 165 LIM indicator lamp ......................... 166 Permanent ..................................... 167 Selecting ........................................ 166 Storing the current speed .............. 166 Variable ......................................... 166 SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- tem) Display message ............................ 214 Introduction ..................................... 41 Warning lamp ................................. 240 Warning lamp (function) ................... 41 Starting (engine) ................................ 146 Steering (display message) .............. 230 Index 17 Steering wheel Adjusting (electrically) ................... 104 Adjusting (manually) ...................... 103 Button overview ............................... 33 Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 195 Cleaning ......................................... 289 Gearshift paddles ........................... 153 Important safety notes .................. 103 Steering wheel heating .................. 104 Storing settings (memory func- tion) ............................................... 108 Steering wheel gearshift paddles .... 153 Steering wheel heating Problem (malfunction) ................... 104 Switching on/off ........................... 104 Stowage areas ................................... 246 Stowage compartments 3rd row of seats ............................. 249 Armrest (under) ............................. 247 Centre air vents (2nd row of seats) ............................................. 248 Centre console .............................. 248 Centre console (2nd row of seats) . 248 Cup holder ..................................... 260 Glove compartment ....................... 247 Important safety information ......... 246 Stowage net ....................................... 249 Stowage space Stowage net ................................... 249 Summer tyres .................................... 314 Sun blind Rear side windows ......................... 263 Sun visor ............................................ 262 Supplement Restraint System see SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Surround lighting (on-board com- puter) .................................................. 202 Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 66 Tailgate Display message ............................ 230 Important safety notes .................... 78 Limiting the opening angle ............... 81 Opening/closing (automatically from inside) ...................................... 80 Opening/closing (automatically from outside) ................................... 79 Opening/closing (from outside) ....... 79 Opening dimensions ...................... 346 Display message ............................ 217 see Lights see Fuel tank Tail lamps Tank Technical data Capacities ...................................... 339 Emergency spare wheel ................. 333 Information .................................... 336 Trailer loads ................................... 349 Tyres/wheels ................................. 325 Vehicle data ................................... 346 Telephone Accepting a call ............................. 209 Display message ............................ 231 Menu (on-board computer) ............ 208 Number from the phone book ........ 209 Redialling ....................................... 209 Rejecting/ending a call ................. 209 Temperature Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 197 Displaying the outside tempera- ture ................................................ 197 Outside temperature ...................... 195 Setting (climate control) ................ 131 TEMPOMAT Function/notes ............................. 163 Theft-deterrent system ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 66 Immobiliser ...................................... 66 TIREFIT kit .......................................... 296 Top Tether ............................................ 55 Total distance recorder .................... 197 Tow-away protection Notes ............................................... 67 Switching on/off (on-board com- puter) ............................................. 207 Towing Important safety notes .................. 306 With the rear axle raised ................ 307 18 Index Towing a trailer Towing away Axle load, permissible .................... 349 ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) ............................................... 64 Fitting the towing eye .................... 307 Removing the towing eye ............... 307 With both axles on the ground ....... 307 Emergency engine starting ............ 309 Important safety notes .................. 306 Tow-starting Trailer coupling Trailer towing see Towing a trailer 7-pin connector ............................. 190 Blind Spot Assist ............................ 184 Cleaning the trailer tow hitch ......... 287 Coupling up a trailer ...................... 188 Decoupling a trailer ....................... 189 Driving tips .................................... 184 Fitting the ball coupling ................. 186 Important safety notes .................. 184 Lights display message .................. 215 Mounting dimensions .................... 347 Parktronic ...................................... 179 Power supply ................................. 190 Problem (fault) ............................... 191 Removing the ball coupling ............ 189 Shift range ..................................... 152 Storing the ball coupling ................ 190 Trailer loads ................................... 349 Transmission see Automatic transmission Transporting the vehicle .................. 308 Trim pieces (cleaning instructions) . 289 Trip computer (on-board com- puter) .................................................. 207 Trip meter Calling up ....................................... 197 Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 208 Turn signal Turn signals see Turn signals Changing bulbs (front) ................... 118 Switching on/off ........................... 113 TV Operating (on-board computer) ..... 198 see Separate operating instructions Two-way radio Frequencies ................................... 337 Installation ..................................... 337 Transmission output (maximum) .... 337 Type identification plate see Vehicle identification plate Tyre pressure Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 318 Display message ............................ 225 Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 299 Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 300 Recommended ............................... 315 Tyre pressure loss warning Important safety notes .................. 317 Restarting ...................................... 317 Tyre pressure monitor Checking the tyre pressure elec- tronically ........................................ 318 Function/notes ............................. 318 Restarting ...................................... 319 Warning lamp ................................. 243 Warning message .......................... 319 Tyres Changing a wheel .......................... 320 Checking ........................................ 313 Direction of rotation ...................... 320 Display message ............................ 225 Important safety notes .................. 312 M+S tyres ...................................... 314 MOExtended tyres ......................... 314 Replacing ....................................... 320 Service life ..................................... 313 Storing ........................................... 320 Tyre size (data) .............................. 325 Tyre tread ...................................... 313 see Flat tyre Unladen weight ................................. 346 Unlocking Emergency unlocking ....................... 77 From inside the vehicle (central unlocking button) ............................. 77 V Vanity mirror (in sun visor) .............. 262 Variable SPEEDTRONIC see SPEEDTRONIC Vehicle Correct use ...................................... 24 Data acquisition ............................... 24 Display message ............................ 229 Electronics ..................................... 337 Equipment ....................................... 22 Implied warranty .............................. 24 Individual settings .......................... 200 Leaving parked up ......................... 159 Locking (in an emergency) ............... 78 Locking (key) ................................... 70 Lowering ........................................ 325 Pulling away ................................... 147 Raising ........................................... 322 Registration ..................................... 23 Securing from rolling away ............ 321 Towing away .................................. 306 Transporting .................................. 308 Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 77 Unlocking (key) ................................ 70 Vehicle data ................................... 346 Vehicle battery see Battery (vehicle) Vehicle data ....................................... 346 Vehicle dimensions ........................... 346 Vehicle emergency locking ................ 78 Vehicle identification number see VIN Vehicle identification plate .............. 338 Vehicle level (display message) ....... 221 Vehicle tool kit .................................. 293 Vehicle weights ................................. 346 Video Operating the DVD ......................... 199 VIN ...................................................... 338 Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 235 Brakes ........................................... 235 Distance warning signal ................. 242 DISTRONIC .................................... 242 Index 19 ESP® .............................................. 237 ESP® OFF ....................................... 238 LIM (cruise control) ........................ 163 LIM (DISTRONIC) ........................... 169 LIM (variable SPEEDTRONIC) ......... 166 Overview .......................................... 32 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF ................ 52 Reserve fuel ................................... 241 Seat belt ........................................ 233 SRS ................................................ 240 Tyre pressure monitor ................... 243 Warning triangle ................................ 292 Washer fluid Display message ............................ 231 Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 325 Wheel chock ...................................... 321 Wheels Changing/replacing ....................... 320 Changing a wheel .......................... 320 Checking ........................................ 313 Cleaning ......................................... 286 Cleaning (warning) ......................... 321 Emergency spare wheel ................. 328 Fitting a new wheel ........................ 324 Fitting a wheel ............................... 321 Important safety notes .................. 312 Overview ........................................ 312 Removing a wheel .......................... 323 Storing ........................................... 320 Tightening torque ........................... 325 Wheel size/tyre size ...................... 325 Windowbag .......................................... 45 Windows Cleaning ......................................... 286 see Side windows Windscreen Demisting ...................................... 132 Infrared reflective .......................... 274 Windscreen washer fluid see Windscreen washer system Windscreen washer system Notes ............................................. 345 Topping up ..................................... 281 Windscreen wipers Problem (malfunction) ................... 122 Rear window wiper ........................ 121 20 Index Replacing the wiper blades ............ 121 Switching on/off ........................... 120 General notes ................................ 314 Winter driving Winter operation Overview ........................................ 314 Radiator cover ............................... 279 Slippery road surfaces ................... 162 Snow chains .................................. 315 Winter tyres Limiting the speed (on-board com- puter) ............................................. 204 M+S tyres ...................................... 314 Wiper blades Cleaning ......................................... 286 Important safety notes .................. 121 Replacing ....................................... 121 Replacing (on the rear window) ..... 122 Replacing (windscreen) .................. 121 Wooden trim (cleaning instruc- tions) .................................................. 289 Workshop see Qualified specialist workshop Protection of the environment General notes H Environmental note Daimler's declared policy is one of compre- hensive environmental protection. The objectives are for the natural resources which form the basis of our existence on this planet to be used sparingly and in a manner which takes the requirements of both nature and humanity into account. You too can help to protect the environment by operating your vehicle in an environmen- tally-responsible manner. Fuel consumption and the rate of engine, transmission, brake and tyre wear depend on the following factors: Roperating conditions of your vehicle Ryour personal driving style You can influence both factors. You should bear the following in mind: Operating conditions: Ravoid short trips as these increase fuel con- sumption. Rmake sure that the tyre pressures are always correct. Rdo not carry any unnecessary weight. Rkeep an eye on the vehicle's fuel consump- tion. Rremove roof racks once you no longer need them. Ra regularly serviced vehicle will contribute to environmental protection. You should therefore adhere to the service intervals. Ralways have service work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Personal driving style: Rdo not depress the accelerator pedal when starting the engine. Rdo not warm up the engine with the vehicle stationary. Rdrive carefully and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front. Introduction 21 Ravoid frequent, sudden acceleration. Rchange gear in good time and use each gear only up to Ô of its maximum engine speed. Rswitch off the engine in stationary traffic. Returning an end-of-life vehicle Mercedes-Benz will take back your Mercedes-Benz to dispose of it in an environ- mentally responsible manner, in accordance the European Union (EU) End of Life Vehicles Directive. The End of Life Vehicles Directive applies to vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of up to 3.5 t, in accordance with national regulations. For several years, Mercedes-Benz has been meeting all the legal requirements for a design which allows for recycling and re-use. There is a network of return points and dis- assembly plants which can recycle your vehi- cle in an environmentally-responsible man- ner. The methods employed in vehicle and parts recycling are constantly being devel- oped and improved. This means that your Mercedes-Benz will also continue to meet even the increased recycling quotas in the future in good time. You can obtain further information from your national Mercedes- Benz homepage or your national hotline num- ber. Product information Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion parts and accessories that have been approved for the type of vehicle. Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts and con- version parts and accessories that have been specifically approved for your vehicle for their reliability, safety and suitability. Despite ongoing market research, Mercedes-Benz is unable to assess other parts. Therefore, Mercedes-Benz accepts no responsibility for the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehi- 22 Introduction cles. This is also the case, even if they have been independently or officially approved. The use of non-approved parts could affect your vehicle's operating safety. Mercedes-Benz therefore recommends that you use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, con- version parts and accessories that have been approved for the type of vehicle. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, approved con- version parts and accessories are available from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Here, you will receive advice about permissible technical modifications, and the parts will be professionally fitted. Owner's Manual General notes Before you first drive off, read this Owner's Manual carefully and familiarise yourself with your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instructions and warning notices in this manual. Disregarding them may lead to damage to the vehicle or personal injury. Vehicle equipment This Owner's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment available for your vehicle at the time of pub- lication of the Owner's Manual. Country-spe- cific differences are possible. Note that your vehicle may not be fitted with all features described. This is also the case for systems and functions relevant to safety. Therefore, the equipment on your vehicle may differ from that in the descriptions and illustrations. The original purchase contract documenta- tion for your vehicle contains a list of all of the systems in your vehicle. Should you have any questions concerning equipment and operation, please consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The Owner's Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should kept in the vehicle. Operating safety Important safety notes G WARNING All work on the vehicle and, in particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related sys- tems must be carried out at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. G WARNING Some safety systems only function when the engine is running. You should therefore never switch off the engine when driving. Otherwise, the safety systems of your vehicle may not function correctly and as a result will no lon- ger protect you and other persons as inten- ded. In addition, there is a risk that you may lose control of your vehicle and thus cause an accident. G WARNING Work carried out incorrectly, or alterations made to the vehicle, e.g. re-routing of cables under coverings, could cause the safety sys- tems of your vehicle to stop working properly. The safety systems would thus no longer pro- tect you and other persons as intended. In addition, there is a risk that you may lose con- trol of your vehicle and thus cause an acci- dent. All work and alterations to the vehicle, e.g. installations or modifications, should there- fore be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. G WARNING If work on electronic equipment and its soft- ware is carried out incorrectly, this equipment could stop working. The electronic systems are networked via interfaces. Tampering with these electronic systems could cause mal- Introduction 23 functions in systems which have not been modified. Malfunctions such as these can seriously jeopardise the vehicle's operating safety and therefore your own safety. You should therefore have all work and mod- ifications to electronic components carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Declarations of conformity Wireless vehicle components The following information applies to all com- ponents of the vehicle and the COMAND sys- tem which receive and/or transmit radio waves: The components of this vehicle which receive and/or transmit radio waves are compliant with the basic requirements and other rele- vant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. You can obtain further information from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Electromagnetic compatibility The electromagnetic compatibility of the vehi- cle components has been checked and certi- fied according to the currently valid version of Directive 72/245/EEC or the equivalent ECE Regulation ECE-R 10. Diagnostics connection G WARNING If you connect equipment to a diagnostics connection, it can affect the operation of the vehicle systems. This could compromise the operating safety of your vehicle while driving. There is a risk of an accident. Do not connect any equipment to a diagnos- tics connection. G WARNING Loose equipment or cables hanging from a device which are connected to a diagnostic connection could impede pedal clearance. The equipment or cables could get caught between the pedals when driving and braking suddenly. This could impair the function of the pedals. There is a risk of accident. Do not attach any equipment or cables in the driver's footwell. ! If the engine is switched off and equip- ment on the diagnostics connection is used, the starter battery may discharge. The diagnostics connection is only intended for the connection of diagnostic equipment at a qualified specialist workshop. Connecting equipment to the diagnostics connection can lead to emissions monitoring information being reset, for example. This may lead to the vehicle failing to meet the requirements of the next emissions test dur- ing the main inspection. Qualified specialist workshop A qualified specialist workshop has the nec- essary special skills, tools and qualifications to correctly carry out any necessary work on your vehicle. This particularly applies to work relevant to safety. Observe the notes in the Service Booklet. Always have the following work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop: Rwork relevant to safety Rservice and maintenance work Rrepair work Rmodifications, installations and conver- sions Rwork on electronic components Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Vehicle registration Mercedes-Benz may ask its Service Centres to carry out technical inspections on certain 24 Introduction vehicles. The quality or safety of the vehicle is improved as a result of the inspection. Mercedes-Benz can only inform you about vehicle checks if it has your registration data. It is possible that your vehicle has not yet been registered in your name in the following cases: Rif your vehicle was not purchased at an authorised specialist dealer. Rif your vehicle has not yet been examined at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. It is advisable to register your vehicle with a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Inform Mercedes-Benz as soon as possible about any change in address or vehicle own-

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