2013 Mercedes-benz S Class Owners Manual

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Service menu ................................. 387 Settings menu ............................... 387 Standard display ............................ 378 Telephone menu ............................ 384 Trip menu ...................................... 378 Video DVD operation ..................... 381 Opening height restriction for trunk lid .............................................. 269 Operating safety Diagnostics connection ................... 31 Operating system see On-board computer Outside lighting Delayed switch-off (COMAND) ....... 267 Outside temperature display ........... 375 Overhead control panel ...................... 42 Override feature Occupant Classification System (OCS) Faults ............................................... 58 Operation ......................................... 54 System self-test ............................... 57 Rear side windows ........................... 71 Own address (navigation) see Home address Occupant safety Children in the vehicle ..................... 66 System overview .............................. 48 Paint code number ............................ 529 Paintwork (cleaning instructions) . . . 472 Panic alarm .......................................... 72 OCS Faults ............................................... 58 Operation ......................................... 54 System self-test ............................... 57 18 Index Panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel Opening/closing ............................ 100 Problem (malfunction) ................... 103 Resetting ....................................... 102 Deleting an entry ........................... 211 Entering characters ....................... 136 Introduction ................................... 207 Picture settings (TV, video) .............. 244 Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 475 Panorama sliding sunroof Playback options Important safety notes .................... 98 Parcel net ........................................... 441 Parking ............................................... 327 Important safety notes .................. 327 Parking brake ................................ 328 Position of exterior mirror, front- passenger side ............................... 117 Rear view camera .......................... 357 see PARKTRONIC Parking aid Parking Guidance ........................... 353 see Exterior mirrors see PARKTRONIC Parking brake Display message ............................ 395 Electric parking brake .................... 328 Parking Guidance Display message ............................ 416 Important safety notes .................. 353 Parking position Exterior mirrors (COMAND) ........... 266 PARKTRONIC Deactivating/activating ................. 352 Driving system ............................... 350 Function/notes ............................. 350 Important safety notes .................. 350 Problem (malfunction) ................... 353 Range of the sensors ..................... 351 Warning display ............................. 351 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp ...................................................... 54 Pause function Audio mode (CD, DVD, MP3) ......... 227 Rear Seat Entertainment System ... 260 Video DVD ..................................... 247 Pedals ................................................. 330 Permanent four-wheel drive see 4MATIC (permanent four- wheel drive) Phone book Calling up ....................................... 209 Creating an entry ........................... 210 Audio mode (CD, DVD, MP3) ......... 232 POI (navigation) Entering ......................................... 166 Entering a point of interest using the map ......................................... 170 List ................................................. 168 ZAGAT® survey service .................. 169 Point of interest (navigation) Assigning a category ...................... 167 Power closing feature ......................... 90 Power washers .................................. 471 Power windows see Side windows PRE-SAFE® (anticipatory occupant protection) Display message ............................ 399 Operation ......................................... 59 PRE-SAFE® Brake Activating/deactivating ................. 386 Display message ............................ 400 Function/notes ................................ 77 Warning lamp ................................. 435 Previous destinations (navigation) .. 185 Product information ............................ 28 Programmable button ....................... 124 Program selector button .................. 317 Pulling away (automatic transmission) ..................................... 309 PULSE see Massage function (PULSE) Qualified specialist workshop ........... 31 RACETIMER (on-board computer) .... 382 Radar sensor system Activating/deactivating ................. 389 Display message ............................ 415 Radiator cover ................................... 463 Index 19 Radio Rear view camera HD Radio™ .................................... 219 Selecting a station ......................... 380 Setting a station ............................ 216 Sound settings (balance, bass, fader, treble) .................................. 139 Storing stations ............................. 217 Switching on .................................. 215 Switching wavebands .................... 216 Radio-controlled devices (installing) .......................................... 460 Read-aloud function .......................... 178 Reading lamp ..................................... 285 Real-time traffic reports ................... 178 Rear compartment Activating/deactivating climate control ........................................... 296 Setting the air distribution ............. 299 Setting the airflow ......................... 299 Setting the air vents ...................... 303 Setting the temperature ................ 298 Rear fog lamp Display message ............................ 407 Switching on/off ........................... 282 Rear seat Adjusting ....................................... 108 Cleaning instructions ..................... 474 Function/notes ............................. 357 Rear-view mirror ............................... 117 Rear window blind ............................ 445 see Rear window roller sunblind see Roller sunblind Rear window defroster Problem (malfunction) ................... 301 Switching on/off ........................... 301 Redialing (telephone) ........................ 204 Refueling Fuel gauge ....................................... 37 Important safety notes .................. 321 Refueling process .......................... 322 see Fuel Remote control Garage door opener ....................... 456 Programming (garage door opener) .......................................... 457 Remote operation Selecting a screen (Rear Seat Entertainment System) .................. 144 Switching a screen on/off (Rear Seat Entertainment System) .......... 145 Reporting safety defects .................... 32 Rear Seat Entertainment System Reserve (fuel tank) Adjusting the sound settings ......... 253 Audio mode (CD, DVD, MP3) ......... 255 AUX mode ...................................... 263 Changing batteries (remote control, headphones) ..................... 251 Changing the picture format .......... 254 Components/overview .................. 143 Headphones (cordless) .................. 146 Multiple users ................................ 253 Overview of picture settings .......... 253 Remote control .............................. 144 Screen ........................................... 144 Setting the audio format ................ 262 System settings ............................. 254 Using headphones ......................... 252 Using the main loudspeaker .......... 252 Video DVD mode ........................... 258 Rear seats Overview .......................................... 45 see Fuel Reserve fuel Display message ............................ 411 Warning lamp ................................. 434 see Fuel Reset function ................................... 154 Resetting (factory settings) ............. 154 Residual heat (climate control) ........ 302 Restraint system see SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Reversing lamps (display message) ............................................ 407 Road map see Map Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 29 Roller blind see Roller sunblind 20 Index Roller sunblind Panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel .................................. 100 Rear side windows ........................... 96 Rear window .................................. 445 Rear window (COMAND) ................ 266 Roller sunblind of the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel Operating (front roller sunblind) .... 101 Operating (rear roller sunblind) ...... 101 Roof carrier ........................................ 442 Roof lining and carpets (cleaning guidelines) ......................................... 476 Roof load (maximum) ........................ 537 Occupant Classification System (OCS) ............................................... 54 Overview of occupant safety systems ........................................... 48 Safety notes Audio CD/DVD and MP3 mode ..... 225 Operating safety ............................ 120 Video DVD mode ........................... 245 Safety systems see Driving safety systems SatRadio ............................................. 221 Displaying information ................... 224 Registering .................................... 221 Selecting a category ...................... 222 Route (navigation) Screen Displaying the distance to the destination ..................................... 176 Route overview .............................. 176 Selecting an alternative route ........ 175 Setting route options (avoiding: highways, toll roads, tunnels, ferries) ........................................... 156 Setting the route type (short route, fast route, dynamic route or economic route) ............................ 156 Starting calculation ........................ 160 see Route guidance (navigation) Route guidance Canceling ....................................... 173 Continuing ..................................... 173 Destination reached ...................... 174 Lane recommendations ................. 172 Off-road ......................................... 177 Traffic reports ................................ 178 Route guidance (navigation) ............ 379 Route guidance (on-board computer) .......................................... 379 Route information see Dynamic route guidance/TMC Safety Children in the vehicle ..................... 66 Child restraint systems .................... 66 Selecting for remote control (Rear Seat Entertainment System) .......... 144 Switching on/off (Rear Seat Entertainment System) .................. 129 see Display SD memory card Loading .......................................... 226 Seat belts Adjusting the driver's and front- passenger seat belt ......................... 64 Adjusting the height ......................... 64 Automatic comfort-fit feature .......... 66 Belt force limiters ............................ 65 Cleaning ......................................... 476 Correct usage .................................. 62 Emergency Tensioning Devices ........ 65 Fastening ......................................... 63 Important safety guidelines ............. 61 Releasing ......................................... 64 Safety guidelines ............................. 49 Special seat belt retractor ............... 68 Switching belt adjustment on/off (on-board computer) ...................... 388 Warning lamp ................................. 426 Warning lamp (function) ................... 64 Seats Active multicontour seat ........ 112, 276 Adjusting (electrically) ................... 108 Adjusting (rear compartment) ........ 108 Adjusting lumbar support .............. 112 Adjusting the head restraint .......... 110 Cleaning the cover ......................... 476 Correct driver's seat position ........ 106 Index 21 Important safety notes .................. 107 Multicontour seat .......................... 112 Seat heating problem .................... 113 Seat ventilation problem ................ 114 Selecting (COMAND) ..................... 274 Storing settings (memory function) ........................................ 118 Switching seat heating on/off ....... 113 Switching seat ventilation on/off . . 113 Selecting stations (radio) Using station presets ..................... 216 Using station search ...................... 216 Sending DTMF tones ......................... 207 Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 474 Setting the volume Telephone calls .............................. 138 Video AUX ..................................... 250 Side impact air bag ............................. 52 Side marker lamp (display message) ............................................ 407 Side windows Cleaning ......................................... 473 Convenience closing feature ............ 97 Convenience opening feature .......... 96 Important safety information ........... 95 Opening/closing .............................. 96 Problem (malfunction) ..................... 98 Resetting ......................................... 98 Service Center Sliding sunroof see Qualified specialist workshop Service interval display Displaying service messages ......... 469 Hiding service messages ............... 469 Notes ............................................. 469 Service messages .......................... 469 Service menu (on-board computer) . 387 Service products Brake fluid ..................................... 535 Coolant (engine) ............................ 536 DEF special additives ..................... 533 Engine oil ....................................... 534 Fuel ................................................ 531 Important safety notes .................. 530 Washer fluid ................................... 537 Setting a station (radio) Via manual frequency entry ........... 217 Settings Display ........................................... 147 Menu overview .............................. 125 On-board computer ....................... 387 Picture (COMAND) ......................... 244 Picture (Rear Seat Entertainment System) ......................................... 253 Sound settings ............................... 139 System settings ............................. 147 Setting the language COMAND ....................................... 153 Rear Seat Entertainment System ... 262 Setting the night design ................... 147 Setting the text reader speed .......... 149 Setting the vehicle level ................... 349 Important safety notes .................... 98 Opening/closing .............................. 99 Problem (malfunction) ................... 103 Resetting ....................................... 100 see Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel SmartKey Changing the battery ....................... 85 Changing the programming ............. 84 Checking the battery ....................... 85 Convenience closing feature ............ 97 Convenience opening feature .......... 96 Display message ............................ 424 Door central locking/unlocking ....... 82 Important safety notes .................... 82 Loss ................................................. 87 Mechanical key ................................ 84 Positions (ignition lock) ................. 307 Problem (malfunction) ..................... 87 Starting the engine ........................ 309 SMS message see Text message Snow chains ...................................... 501 Socket Glove box ....................................... 448 Sockets Points to observe before use ......... 447 Rear compartment ......................... 448 Trunk ............................................. 448 Sound menu ....................................... 139 Sounds see Sound settings 22 Index Sound settings Steering wheel heating Balance and fader .......................... 139 Calling up the sound menu ............ 139 Rear Seat Entertainment System ... 253 Surround sound ............................. 140 Treble and bass ............................. 139 Spare wheel Notes/data .................................... 524 Storage location ............................ 478 see Emergency spare wheel Switching on/off ........................... 114 Steering wheel paddle shifters ........ 318 Stop function Audio DVD ..................................... 228 Rear Seat Entertainment System ... 260 Video DVD ..................................... 247 Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 382 Storing stations Manually ........................................ 217 Specialist workshop ............................ 31 Storing stations (radio) Speech control see Voice Control System Speed, controlling see Cruise control Speedometer Activating/deactivating the additional speedometer ................. 388 Digital ............................................ 378 In the Instrument cluster ................. 37 Selecting the unit of measurement ................................ 388 see Instrument cluster SPLITVIEW ......................................... 126 SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Display message ............................ 400 Introduction ..................................... 48 Warning lamp ................................. 433 Warning lamp (function) ................... 48 Standing lamps Display message ............................ 407 Switching on/off ........................... 280 Starting (engine) ................................ 308 Station memory ................................. 217 Steering (display message) .............. 424 Steering wheel Adjusting (electrically) ................... 114 Button overview ............................... 39 Buttons (on-board computer) ...................................... 375 Cleaning ......................................... 476 Important safety notes .................. 114 Paddle shifters ............................... 318 Steering wheel heating .................. 114 Storing settings (memory function) ........................................ 118 Automatically ................................. 217 Stowage areas ................................... 438 Stowage compartments Armrest (under) ............................. 439 Cup holders ................................... 443 Door ............................................... 439 Eyeglasses compartment ............... 439 Glove box ....................................... 438 Important safety information ......... 438 Parcel net ...................................... 441 Rear ............................................... 440 Rear seat backrest ......................... 440 Rear seats (between) ..................... 440 Stowage well ..................................... 442 Stowage well beneath the trunk floor .................................................... 442 Summer opening see Convenience opening feature Summer tires ..................................... 500 Sun visor ............................................ 444 Supplemental Restraint System see SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Surround sound see 3D sound (Harman Kardon® surround sound system) Surround sound (harman/ kardon® surround sound system) Notes ............................................. 140 Switching on/off ........................... 140 Suspension tuning Active Body Control ....................... 349 AIRMATIC ...................................... 348 Switching air-recirculation mode on/off ................................................. 301 Switching between picture formats (TV, video) ............................ 245 Switching between summer time and standard time ............................. 148 Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 79 Switching the hands-free microphone on/off ............................ 205 Switching wavebands (radio) ........... 216 System settings Bluetooth® ..................................... 151 Date ............................................... 148 Language ....................................... 153 Programmable button (COMAND) .. 124 Text reader speed .......................... 149 Time ............................................... 148 Time zone ...................................... 148 Voice Control System .................... 149 Tachometer ........................................ 375 Tail lamps Display message ............................ 406 Tank see Fuel tank Tank content Fuel gauge ....................................... 37 Technical data Capacities ...................................... 530 Notes ............................................. 528 Tires/wheels ................................. 521 Vehicle data ................................... 537 TELEAID Automatic retrieval of vehicle data (service due date) .......................... 456 Call priority .................................... 453 Display message ............................ 399 Downloading destinations (COMAND) ..................................... 453 Emergency call .............................. 450 Important safety notes .................. 449 Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 456 MB info call button ........................ 452 Remote vehicle locking .................. 455 Roadside Assistance button .......... 452 Search & Send ............................... 454 Self-test ......................................... 450 Index 23 System .......................................... 450 Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 455 Telephone Accepting/ending a call ................ 203 Accepting a call ............................. 384 Adjusting the volume for calls ....... 138 Basic menu (Bluetooth® interface) ....................................... 202 Calling (outgoing call) .................... 204 Calling voicemail ............................ 205 Conference connection .................. 205 Connecting a mobile phone (general information) ..................... 199 De-authorizing a mobile phone ...... 202 Ending an active call ...................... 205 Entering a number ......................... 204 External authorization (Bluetooth®) ................................... 201 Function restrictions ...................... 198 General notes ................................ 197 Keypad ........................................... 124 Menu (on-board computer) ............ 384 Number from the phone book ........ 384 Operating options .......................... 198 Overview of functions .................... 205 Reception and transmission volume ........................................... 203 Redialing ........................................ 385 Rejecting/ending a call ................. 384 Rejecting a call .............................. 203 Rejecting or accepting a waiting call ................................................. 205 Safety notes .................................. 197 Sending DTMF tones ...................... 207 Switching hands-free microphone on/off ............................................ 205 Toggling ......................................... 205 Using the telephone ....................... 203 see Bluetooth® see Call lists Telephone mode Redialing ........................................ 204 Telephone module with Bluetooth® SIM Access Profile see separate installation instructions 24 Index Temperature Coolant .......................................... 374 Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 381 Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 381 Outside temperature ...................... 375 Setting (climate control) ................ 298 Setting (COMAND) ......................... 270 Theft deterrent systems ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 79 Immobilizer ...................................... 79 Tilt/sliding sunroof see Sliding sunroof Time Setting ........................................... 148 Setting summer/standard time ..... 148 Setting the format ......................... 148 Setting the time ............................. 148 Setting the time/date format ........ 148 Setting the time zone ..................... 148 Timing (RACETIMER) ......................... 382 Tiredness assistant see ATTENTION ASSIST Tire pressure Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 505 Checking manually ........................ 505 Display message ............................ 419 Maximum ....................................... 504 Notes ............................................. 503 Recommended ............................... 501 Tire pressure monitoring system Function/notes ............................. 505 Restarting ...................................... 507 Warning lamp ................................. 436 Tires Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 520 Average weight of the vehicle occupants (definition) .................... 518 Bar (definition) ............................... 518 Characteristics .............................. 518 Checking ........................................ 499 Definition of terms ......................... 518 Direction of rotation ...................... 521 Display message ............................ 419 Distribution of the vehicle occupants (definition) .................... 520 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............................................... 517 DOT (Department of Transportation) (definition) ............ 518 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) (definition) ..................................... 519 GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (definition) ..................................... 519 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) (definition) ......................... 519 Important safety notes .................. 498 Increased vehicle weight due to optional equipment (definition) ...... 518 Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 519 Labeling (overview) ........................ 514 Load bearing index (definition) ...... 520 Load index ..................................... 517 Load index (definition) ................... 519 M+S tires ....................................... 500 Maximum loaded vehicle weight (definition) ..................................... 519 Maximum load on a tire (definition) ..................................... 519 Maximum permissible tire pressure (definition) ....................... 519 Maximum tire load ......................... 512 Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 519 Optional equipment weight (definition) ..................................... 520 PSI (pounds per square inch) (definition) ..................................... 519 Replacing ....................................... 521 Service life ..................................... 499 Sidewall (definition) ....................... 520 Speed rating (definition) ................ 519 Storing ........................................... 521 Structure and characteristics (definition) ..................................... 518 Temperature .................................. 514 TIN (Tire Identification Number) (definition) ..................................... 520 Tire bead (definition) ...................... 520 Tire pressure (definition) ................ 520 Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 518 Tire size (data) ............................... 521 Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating .................... 515 Tire tread ....................................... 499 Tire tread (definition) ..................... 520 Total load limit (definition) ............. 520 Index 25 Traction ......................................... 513 Traction (definition) ....................... 520 Tread wear ..................................... 513 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards ...................................... 513 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (definition) .................... 518 Unladen weight (definition) ............ 519 Wear indicator (definition) ............. 520 Wheel rim (definition) .................... 518 see Flat tire Tonal properties see Sound settings Top Tether ............................................ 69 Towing Important safety guidelines ........... 490 Installing the towing eye ................ 490 Removing the towing eye ............... 491 With the rear axle raised ................ 491 Trunk Emergency release .................... 94, 95 Important safety notes .................... 91 Limiting the opening angle ............. 269 Locking separately ........................... 94 Opening/closing (automatically from inside) ...................................... 93 Opening/closing (automatically from outside) ................................... 93 Trunk lid Display message ............................ 423 Opening/closing .............................. 91 Power closing feature ...................... 90 Trunk lid opening height restriction .......................................... 269 Turn signals Display message ............................ 405 Switching on/off ........................... 283 TV Towing away With both axles on the ground ....... 491 Automatic picture shutoff .............. 244 Picture settings .............................. 244 Tow-starting Emergency engine starting ............ 492 Important safety notes .................. 490 Track Selecting (CD, DVD, MP3) .............. 229 Traffic Announcements (TA) Switching off .................................. 138 Traffic jam function ........................... 175 Traffic jam message see Dynamic route guidance/TMC Traffic reports Real-time traffic report .................. 181 Switching on/off ........................... 178 Transfer case ..................................... 321 Transmission see Automatic transmission Transporting the vehicle .................. 492 Treble, adjusting (sound) .................. 139 Trim pieces (cleaning instructions) . 476 Trip computer (on-board computer) .......................................... 378 Trip meter see Trip odometer Trip odometer Calling up ....................................... 378 Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 379 Type identification plate see Vehicle identification plate Unlocking Emergency unlocking ....................... 90 From inside the vehicle (central unlocking button) ............................. 89 USB see Media Interface Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........ 444 Vehicle Correct use ...................................... 31 Data acquisition ............................... 32 Display message ............................ 422 Emergency unlocking ................. 90, 91 Equipment ....................................... 28 Individual settings .......................... 387 Limited Warranty ............................. 32 Loading .......................................... 508 Locking (in an emergency) ............... 91 Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 82 Lowering ........................................ 483 26 Index Maintenance .................................... 29 Parking for a long period ................ 329 Pulling away ................................... 309 Raising ........................................... 480 Reporting problems ......................... 32 Towing away .................................. 490 Transporting .................................. 492 Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 90 Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 82 Vehicle data ................................... 537 Vehicle battery see Battery (vehicle) Vehicle data ....................................... 537 Vehicle dimensions ........................... 537 Vehicle emergency locking ................ 91 Vehicle identification number see VIN Vehicle identification plate .............. 529 Vehicle level Active Body Control (ABC) ............. 348 AIRMATIC ...................................... 347 Display message ............................ 414 Vehicle level (display message) ....... 413 Vehicle tool kit .................................. 478 Video see Video DVD Video AUX Setting the picture ......................... 244 Video DVD Automatic picture shutoff .............. 244 DVD menu ..................................... 248 Fast forward/rewind ...................... 247 Function restrictions ...................... 246 Interactive content ........................ 250 Notes on discs ............................... 245 Operation ....................................... 245 Pause function ............................... 247 Playing conditions .......................... 245 Rear Seat Entertainment System ... 258 Safety notes .................................. 245 Selecting ........................................ 247 Selecting a film/title ...................... 248 Selecting a scene/chapter ............ 247 Setting the audio format ................ 249 Setting the language ...................... 249 Setting the picture ......................... 244 Showing/hiding the control menu . 246 Showing/hiding the menu ............. 246 Stop function ................................. 247 Subtitles ........................................ 249 Switching to ................................... 246 VIN ...................................................... 529 Voice Control System Settings ......................................... 149 Volume, adjusting COMAND ....................................... 138 Headphones .................................. 146 Navigation messages ..................... 138 Using the remote control (Rear Seat Entertainment System) .......... 144 Waiting call ........................................ 205 Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 428 Brakes ........................................... 427 Check Engine ................................. 434 Distance warning ........................... 435 DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 435 ESP® .............................................. 430 ESP® OFF ....................................... 431 Fuel tank ........................................ 434 Overview .......................................... 38 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp .................................. 54 Reserve fuel ................................... 434 Seat belt ........................................ 426 SRS ................................................ 433 Tire pressure monitor .................... 436 Warranty ............................................ 529 Washer fluid Display message ............................ 424 Weather Band Searching for a channel ................. 218 Switching on .................................. 218 Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 483 Wheel chock ...................................... 480 Wheels Changing a wheel .......................... 479 Checking ........................................ 499 Cleaning ......................................... 472 Important safety notes .................. 498 Interchanging/changing ................ 521 Mounting a new wheel ................... 482 Removing a wheel .......................... 482 Index 27 Storing ........................................... 521 Tightening torque ........................... 483 Wheel size/tire size ....................... 521 Window curtain air bag Display message ............................ 401 Operation ......................................... 53 Windows see Side windows Windshield Defrosting ...................................... 300 Infrared reflective .......................... 460 Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system .............. 468 Notes ............................................. 537 Windshield wipers Problem (malfunction) ................... 290 Replacing the wiper blades ............ 289 Switching on/off ........................... 289 Winter driving Important safety notes .................. 500 Slippery road surfaces ................... 334 Snow chains .................................. 501 Winter operation Radiator cover ............................... 463 Winter tires M+S tires ....................................... 500 Wiper blades Cleaning ......................................... 473 Important safety notes .................. 289 Wooden trim (cleaning instructions) ...................................... 476 Workshop see Qualified specialist workshop 28 Introduction Product information Vehicle equipment 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 as well as conversion parts and accessories which 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 vehicles, 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, conversion parts and accessories that have been approved for the type of vehicle. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, approved conversion parts and accessories are available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Here, you will receive advice about permissible technical modifications, and the parts will be professionally installed. Operator's Manual Notes on the Operator's Manual This Operator's Manual contains a great deal of helpful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this Operator's Manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of going to print. 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. The equipment in your vehicle may therefore differ from some of the descriptions or illustrations. The original purchase agreement lists all systems installed in your vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center if you have any questions about equipment or operation. The Operator's Manual and the Maintenance Booklet are important documents and should be kept in the vehicle. Service and vehicle operation Service and literature Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Information booklet. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will exchange or repair any defective parts originally installed in the vehicle in accordance with the terms of the following warranties: RNew Vehicle Limited Warranty REmission Systems Warranty REmission Performance Warranty RCalifornia, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty RState warranty enforcement laws (lemon laws) Introduction 29 Information for customers in Maintenance California Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if after a reasonable number of repair attempts Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty. During the period of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles (approximately 29 000 km) on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs: (1) the same substantial defect or malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect or malfunction has been subject to repair two or more times, and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in writing of the need for its repair. (2) the same substantial defect or malfunction of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz in writing of the need for its repair. (3) the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days. Please send your written notice to: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC Customer Assistance Center One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 The Service and Warranty Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be done at regular intervals. Always have the Service and Warranty Booklet with you when you bring the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The service advisor will record every service for you in the Service and Warranty Booklet. Roadside Assistance The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program offers technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance Hotline are answered by our agents 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) (USA) 1-800-387-0100 (Canada) For additional information, refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure (USA) or the "Roadside Assistance" section in the Service and Warranty booklet (Canada). You will find both in your vehicle literature portfolio. Change of address or change of ownership In the event of a change of address, please send us the "Change of Address Notice" found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at the hotline number 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or Customer Service Center (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in contacting you in a timely manner should the need arise. If you sell your Mercedes, please leave the entire literature in the vehicle so that it is available to the next owner. 30 Introduction If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the "Notice of Purchase of Used Car" found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes- Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. Vehicle operation outside the USA and Canada If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that: Rservice facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available. Runleaded fuel for vehicles with a catalytic converter may not be available. Leaded fuel may cause damage to the catalytic converter. Rthe fuel may have a considerably lower octane rating. Unsuitable fuel can cause engine damage. Some Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe through our European Delivery Program. For details, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to one of the following addresses. In the USA Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 In Canada Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9 Operating safety Safety notes G WARNING Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. Because the vehicle's electronic components are interconnected, any modifications made may produce an undesired effect on other systems. Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components. Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle. Some safety systems only function when the engine is running. You should therefore never turn off the engine while driving. G WARNING Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires/wheels may cause serious damage and impair the operating safety of your vehicle. Such blows can be caused, for example, by running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole. If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect that damage to your vehicle has occurred: Rturn on your hazard warning flashers. Rslow down carefully. Rdrive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from the road. Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/ wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility for further inspection or repairs. Introduction 31 Declarations of conformity Vehicle components which receive and/or transmit radio waves USA: "The wireless devices of this vehicle comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) These devices may not cause harmful interference, and 2) These devices must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment." Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle comply with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) These devices may not cause interference, and (2) These devices must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device." Diagnostics connection G WARNING If you connect equipment to the diagnostics connection, it can affect the operation of the vehicle systems. This can impair the operating safety of your vehicle while driving. There is a risk of accident. Do not connect any equipment to the diagnostics connection. G WARNING Loose equipment or equipment cables that are connected to the diagnostics connection can obstruct the area around the pedals. The equipment or the cables could get between the pedals in the event of sudden braking or acceleration. As a result, the movement of the pedals may be impaired. There is a risk of accident. Do not attach any equipment or cables in the driver footwell. ! If the engine is switched off and equipment 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, for example, lead to emissions monitoring information being reset. This may lead to the vehicle failing to meet the requirements of the next emissions test during the main inspection. Qualified specialist workshop An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a qualified specialist workshop. It has the necessary specialist knowledge, tools and qualifications to correctly carry out the work required on your vehicle. This is especially the case for work relevant to safety. Observe the notes in the Maintenance Booklet. Always have the following work carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center: Rwork relevant to safety Rservice and maintenance work Rrepair work Ralterations, installation work and modifications Rwork on electronic components Correct use G WARNING There are various warning stickers affixed to your vehicle. Their purpose is to alert you and others to various dangers. Therefore, do not remove any warning stickers unless the sticker clearly states that you may do so. 32 Introduction If you remove any warning stickers, you or others could fail to recognize certain dangers and be injured. When driving your vehicle observe the following information: Rthe safety notes in this manual Rthe "Technical data" section in this manual Rtraffic rules and regulations Rlaws and safety standards pertaining to motor vehicles Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the problem diagnosed and rectified. If the problem is not resolved to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or contact us at one of the following addresses. pursuant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. You can obtain additional information about vehicle safety from: http://www.safercar.gov In the USA Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 In Canada Customer Relations Department Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9 Reporting safety defects USA only: The following text is reproduced as required of all manufacturers according to Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 Limited Warranty ! Follow the instructions in this manual about the proper operation of your vehicle as well as about possible vehicle damage. Damage to your vehicle that arises from culpable contraventions against these instructions is not covered either by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the New or Used-Vehicle Warranty. Data stored in the vehicle Information about electronic data acquisition in the vehicle (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Introduction 33 Your vehicle records electronic data. If your vehicle is equipped with mbrace1, data is transmitted in the event of an accident. This information helps, for example, to test vehicle systems after an accident and to continually improve vehicle safety. Daimler AG can access this data and submit it: Rfor safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes Rwith the consent of the vehicle owner Ron the instruction of prosecuting authorities Rfor use in arbitration of disputes that involve Daimler AG, its affiliates or its sales and service organizations Ras otherwise required or permitted by law. Please observe the mbrace1 purchase agreement for further details on the recording and transfer of data by this system. 1 The system is called TELE AID in Canada. 34 Cockpit ................................................. 36 Instrument cluster .............................. 37 On-board computer and COMAND ..... 39 Center console .................................... 41 Overhead control panel ...................... 42 Door control panel .............................. 43 Rear seats ............................................ 45 35 36 Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page : Steering wheel paddle D Overhead control panel shifters ; Combination switch = Cruise control lever ? Horn A Instrument cluster B DIRECT SELECT lever C Control panel for: Vehicle level Suspension tuning PARKTRONIC Swiveling the COMAND display COMAND display brightness Instrument lighting 318 283 335 37 314 347 348 350 128 128 128 E Automatic climate control F Ignition lock Start/Stop button G Adjusts the steering wheel Steering wheel heating H Electric parking brake I Diagnostics connection J Opens the hood K Night View Assist Plus L Light switch 42 294 307 307 114 114 328 31 462 360 280 Instrument cluster Displays Instrument cluster 37 Function : Coolant temperature ; Fuel gauge = PARKTRONIC ? Multifunction display Speedometer A Transmission position B Tachometer C Drive program D Parking Guidance Page 374 350 376 316 375 317 353 Function Page E Unit of measurement for the speedometer F Outside temperature G Additional speedometer H HOLD function Ä PRE-SAFE® Brake I Adaptive Highbeam Assist Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist ATTENTION ASSIST 388 375 388 346 77 284 365, 369 359 38 Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page D ESP® OFF E Tire pressure monitor F Diesel engine: preglow G Check engine H ABS I SRS J High-beam headlamps K Reserve fuel 430 436 309 434 428 433 283 434 : Turn signal ; Electric parking brake (red) F (USA only) ! (Canada only) = Electric parking brake (yellow) F (USA only) ! (Canada only) ? Seat belt A ESP® B Distance warning C Brakes $ (USA only) J (Canada only) 283 427 427 426 430 435 427 On-board computer and COMAND 39 On-board computer and COMAND Function Page Function : % Back ? ~ 375 Rejects or ends a call Page 384 384 Switches off the Voice Control System; see the separate operating instructions ; =; Selects a menu 375 9: Selects a function or scrolls through lists Confirms a selection Hides display messages = Multifunction display 375 375 390 376 Exits phone book/redial memory Makes or accepts a call Switches to the redial memory WX Adjusts the volume or operates RACETIMER on AMG vehicles 8 Mute A ? Switches on the Voice Control System; see the separate operating instructions B Swivels the COMAND display Adjusts the brightness of the instrument lighting and the COMAND display 382 128 128 40 On-board computer and COMAND Function C COMAND display Page 125 Function D CD and DVD player/ changer E COMAND controller and COMAND function buttons Page 225 122, 123 Center console Center console 41 Function Page Function Page : Function button for the radio and CD/DVD/SD card ; Back button = Hazard warning lamps ? Lumbar support Multicontour seat A Function button for the telephone and navigation system B Switches COMAND on/off 123 123 283 274 274 155 137 C Adjusts the volume D Programmable button E Telephone keypad F Rear window roller sunblind G Retracts the rear seat head restraints H Selects the drive program I COMAND controller 138 124 124 445 111 317 122 42 Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function : Eyeglasses compartment ; p Switches the left- Page 439 hand reading lamp on/off 285 = u Switches the rear interior lighting on/off ? c Switches the front interior lighting on/off 286 A 3 Opens/closes the sliding sunroof 3 Opens/closes the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel and roller sunblinds B G SOS button (mbrace system) C | Switches the automatic interior lighting control on/off 99

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