B-Class Electric DriveOperator's Manual

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Index ....................................................... 4

Introduction ......................................... 19

At a glance ........................................... 29

Safety ................................................... 39

Opening and closing ........................... 71

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .... 85

Lights and windshield wipers ............ 97

Climate control ................................. 113

Driving and parking .......................... 125

On-board computer and displays .... 171

Stowage and features ...................... 227

Maintenance and care ...................... 251

Breakdown Assistance ..................... 263

Wheels and tires ............................... 277

Technical data ................................... 307

Contents 3

1, 2, 3 ...12 V socket

see Sockets

AABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

Display message ............................ 191Function/notes ................................ 63Important safety notes .................... 63Warning lamp ................................. 218

AccidentAutomaticmeasures after an acci-dent ................................................. 56

Activating/deactivating coolingwith air dehumidification ................. 116Active Parking Assist

Canceling ....................................... 163Detecting parking spaces .............. 160Display message ............................ 210Exiting a parking space .................. 162Function/notes ............................. 159Important safety notes .................. 159Parking .......................................... 161

ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 68Adaptive Brake Assist

Display message ............................ 200Function/notes ................................ 65

Additional speedometer ................... 187Air bags

Deployment ..................................... 54Display message ............................ 203Front air bag (driver, frontpassenger) ....................................... 47Important safety notes .................... 46Introduction ..................................... 46Knee bag .......................................... 48PASSENGER AIR BAG indicatorlamps ............................................... 41Side impact air bag .......................... 48Window curtain air bag .................... 48

Air-conditioning systemsee Climate control

Air ventsImportant safety notes .................. 123Setting ........................................... 123

Setting the center air vents ........... 123Setting the side air vents ............... 123see Climate control

Alarm systemsee ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)

Ambient lightingSetting the brightness (on-boardcomputer) ...................................... 188

Antenna ................................................ 23Anti-lock braking system

see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)Anti-Theft Alarm system

see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)Ashtray ............................................... 236Assistance display (on-board com-puter) .................................................. 183Assistance menu (on-board com-puter) .................................................. 183ASSYST PLUS

Displaying a service message ........ 255Hiding a service message .............. 255Notes ............................................. 254Resetting the service interval dis-play ................................................ 255Service message ............................ 254Special service requirements ......... 255

ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)Activating/deactivating ................... 69Function ........................................... 69Switching off the alarm .................... 69

ATTENTION ASSISTActivating/deactivating ................. 184Display message ............................ 208Function/notes ............................. 166

Audio menu (on-board computer) .... 180Audio system

see separate operating instructionsAuthorized Mercedes-Benz Center

see Qualified specialist workshopAuthorized workshop

see Qualified specialist workshopAUTO lights

Display message ............................ 207see Lights

Automatic car wash (care) ............... 256Automatic headlamp mode ................ 98

4 Index

BBackup lamp

Changing bulbs .............................. 106Display message ............................ 206

Bag hook ............................................ 232BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 63Battery

Display message ............................ 215Battery (SmartKey)

Checking .......................................... 74Important safety notes .................... 74Replacing ......................................... 74

Battery (vehicle)Charging ........................................ 268Display message ............................ 207Important safety notes .................. 265Jump starting ................................. 269

Beltsee Seat belts

Blind Spot AssistActivating/deactivating ................. 184Display message ............................ 209Notes/function .............................. 167

Brake Assistsee BAS (Brake Assist System)

Brake fluidDisplay message ............................ 199Notes ............................................. 309

Brake lampsChanging bulbs .............................. 106Display message ............................ 205

BrakesABS .................................................. 63Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 65BAS .................................................. 63Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 309Display message ............................ 191HOLD function ............................... 154Important safety notes .................. 148Maintenance .................................. 150Parking brake ................................ 145Riding tips ...................................... 148Warning lamp ................................. 218

Brake systemDriving safety systems ..................... 68

BreakdownTowing away .................................. 271see Flat tire

Brightness control (instrumentcluster lighting) ................................... 31Bulbs

see Replacing bulbs

CCalling up a malfunction

see Display messagesCar

see VehicleCare

Carpets .......................................... 262Car wash ........................................ 256Display ........................................... 260Exterior lights ................................ 259Gear or selector lever .................... 261Interior ........................................... 260Matte finish ................................... 258Notes ............................................. 256Paint .............................................. 257Plastic trim .................................... 260Power washer ................................ 257Rear view camera .......................... 260Roof lining ...................................... 262Seat belt ........................................ 262Seat cover ..................................... 261Sensors ......................................... 259Steering wheel ............................... 261Trim pieces .................................... 261Washing by hand ........................... 256Wheels ........................................... 258Windows ........................................ 258Wiper blades .................................. 259Wooden trim .................................. 261

Cargo compartment cover ............... 232Cargo compartment enlargement ... 230

Important safety notes .................. 230Cargo compartment floor

Height adjustment ......................... 234Important safety notes .................. 233Opening/closing ............................ 233Stowage well (under) ..................... 233

Cargo tie down rings ......................... 231

Index 5

Center consoleLower section .................................. 35Upper section .................................. 34

Central lockingAutomatic locking (on-board com-puter) ............................................. 188Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........ 72

Changing bulbsBrake lamps ................................... 106High-beam headlamps ................... 105Low-beam headlamps .................... 104Parking lamps ................................ 105Rear fog lamp ................................ 106Reversing lamps ............................ 106Standing lamps (front) ................... 105Tail lamps ...................................... 106Turn signals (front) ......................... 105Turn signals (rear) .......................... 106

Charge level display .......................... 174Charging

see Charging the high-voltage batteryCharging cable

Connecting .................................... 139Controls ......................................... 138Important safety notes .................. 137Removing ....................................... 140Storing ........................................... 138Warming up ................................... 137

Charging the high-voltage battery(important safety notes) ................... 134Child-proof locks

Important safety notes .................... 61Rear doors ....................................... 62

ChildrenIn the vehicle ................................... 56Restraint systems ............................ 57Special seat belt retractor ............... 57

Child seatForward-facing restraint system ...... 60LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seatanchors ............................................ 58On the front-passenger seat ............ 60Rearward-facing restraint system .... 60Top Tether ....................................... 59

Cigarette lighter ................................ 236

Climate controlAutomatic climate control (dual-zone) .............................................. 115Auxiliary climate control (on-board computer) ............................ 186Controlling automatically ............... 117Convenience opening/closing(air-recirculation mode) ................. 120Cooling with air dehumidification .. 116Defrosting the windows ................. 119Defrosting the windshield .............. 118Immediate pre-entry climate con-trol ................................................. 122Important safety notes .................. 114Indicator lamp ................................ 117Maximum cooling .......................... 119Notes on using dual-zone auto-matic climate control ..................... 115Overview of systems ...................... 114Pre-entry climate control atdeparture time ............................... 122Pre-entry climate control at timeof departure (on-board computer) .. 186Pre-entry climate control via key ... 121Pre-entry climate control via key(on-board computer) ...................... 186Problems with cooling with airdehumidification ............................ 117Problem with the rear windowdefroster ........................................ 120Refrigerant ..................................... 311Refrigerant filling capacity ............. 311Setting the air distribution ............. 117Setting the airflow ......................... 118Setting the air vents ...................... 123Setting the temperature ................ 117Switching air-recirculation modeon/off ............................................ 120Switching on/off ........................... 116Switching the rear windowdefroster on/off ............................ 119Switching the ZONE function on/off .................................................. 118

Cockpit ................................................. 30see Instrument cluster

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COLLISION PREVENTION ASSISTActivating/deactivating the dis-tance warning function .................. 184Display message ............................ 191Operation/notes .............................. 64

Combination switch .......................... 100Compass

Calibrating ..................................... 249Calling up ....................................... 248Setting ........................................... 249

Consumption statistics (on-boardcomputer) .......................................... 177Convenience closing feature .............. 82Convenience opening/closing (air-recirculation mode) ........................... 120Convenience opening feature ............ 82Coolant

Service product ............................. 309Coolant (engine)

Checking the level ......................... 253Cooling

see Climate controlCopyright ............................................. 27Cornering light function

Display message ............................ 204Crash-responsive emergency light-ing ....................................................... 102Cruise control

Activation conditions ..................... 153Cruise control lever ....................... 152Deactivating ................................... 154Display message ............................ 210Driving system ............................... 152Important safety notes .................. 152Setting a speed .............................. 153Storing and maintaining currentspeed ............................................. 153

Cup holderCenter console .............................. 235Important safety notes .................. 234see Cup holder

Customer Assistance Center(CAC) ..................................................... 25Customer Relations Department ....... 25

DDashboard

see CockpitData

see Technical dataDaytime running lamps

Display message ............................ 206Switching on/off (on-board com-puter) ............................................. 187Switching on/off (switch) ................ 98

Declarations of conformity ................. 24Delayed switch-off

Interior lighting .............................. 188Departure time

Setting (on-board computer) .......... 185Diagnostics connection ...................... 24Digital speedometer ......................... 177DIRECT SELECT lever

Transmission ................................. 129Display

High-voltage battery charge level(instrument cluster) ....................... 174

Display (cleaning instructions) ........ 260Display messages

ASSYST PLUS ................................ 254Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 190Drive system .................................. 207Driving systems ............................. 208General notes ................................ 190Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 190Lights ............................................. 204Safety systems .............................. 191SmartKey ....................................... 215Tires ............................................... 211Vehicle ........................................... 212

Distance recorder ............................. 176see Odometersee Trip odometer

Distance warning functionActivating/deactivating ................. 184Function/notes ................................ 64Warning lamp ................................. 225

Door control panel .............................. 37

Index 7

DoorsAutomatic locking (on-board com-puter) ............................................. 188Automatic locking (switch) ............... 78Central locking/unlocking(SmartKey) ....................................... 72Display message ............................ 214Emergency locking ........................... 79Emergency unlocking ....................... 79Important safety notes .................... 77Opening (from inside) ...................... 77

Drinking and driving ......................... 147Driver's door

see DoorsDrive system

Jump-starting ................................. 269Starting with the SmartKey ............ 127Switching off .................................. 145

Driving abroadMercedes-Benz Service ................. 256

Driving on flooded roads .................. 151Driving safety systems

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 63ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 68Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 65BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 63COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST .... 64Distance warning function ............... 64Electronic brake force distribu-tion .................................................. 66ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro-gram) ............................................... 66ETS (Electronic Traction System) ..... 66Important safety information ........... 63Overview .......................................... 62RBS .................................................. 68STEER CONTROL ............................. 68

Driving systemsActive Parking Assist ..................... 159ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 166Blind Spot Assist ............................ 167Cruise control ................................ 152Display message ............................ 208HOLD function ............................... 154PARKTRONIC ................................. 155Rear view camera .......................... 163

Driving tipsBrakes ........................................... 148Break-in period .............................. 126Checking brake lining thickness .... 150Downhill gradient ........................... 149Drinking and driving ....................... 147Driving in winter ............................. 152Driving on flooded roads ................ 151Driving on wet roads ...................... 151Energy ........................................... 147General .......................................... 147Hydroplaning ................................. 151Icy road surfaces ........................... 152Limited braking efficiency on sal-ted roads ....................................... 149Snow chains .................................. 280Wet road surface ........................... 149

DVD audio (on-board computer) ...... 181DVD video (on-board computer) ...... 181

EEBD (electronic brake force distri-bution)

Display message ............................ 195Function/notes ................................ 66

E‑CELL display ................................... 173ECO display

Function/notes ............................. 148On-board computer ....................... 177

Electric motor number ...................... 308Electronic Stability Program

see ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)Emergency

Automaticmeasures after an acci-dent ................................................. 56

Emergency releaseDriver's door .................................... 79Vehicle ............................................. 79

Emergency Tensioning DevicesActivation ......................................... 54

Emergency unlockingTailgate ............................................ 80

EnergyDriving tips .................................... 147

Environmental protectionNote ................................................. 19

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ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro-gram)

Characteristics ................................. 67Deactivating/activating ................. 183Deactivating/activating (notes) ....... 67Display message ............................ 191ETS .................................................. 66Function/notes ................................ 66General notes .................................. 66Important safety information ........... 67Warning lamp ................................. 221

ETS (Electronic Traction System) ....... 66Exterior lighting

Setting options ................................ 98Exterior mirrors

Adjusting ......................................... 93Dipping (automatic) ......................... 93Out of position (troubleshooting) ..... 93Storing settings (memory func-tion) ................................................. 95Storing the parking position ............. 94

FFlat tire

MOExtended tires .......................... 264Preparing the vehicle ..................... 264

Floormats ........................................... 249Fuses

Allocation chart ............................. 275Before changing ............................. 274Fuse box in the engine compart-ment .............................................. 275Fuse box in the front-passengerfootwell .......................................... 275Important safety notes .................. 274

GGarage door opener

Clearing the memory ..................... 248Important safety notes .................. 245Opening/closing the garage door .. 248Programming (button in the rear-view mirror) ................................... 245

Gear or selector lever (cleaningguidelines) ......................................... 261Genuine parts ...................................... 19

Glove box ........................................... 229

HHandbrake

see Parking brakeHazard warning lamps ...................... 100

Display message ............................ 215Headlamps

Cleaning system (notes) ................ 310Fogging up ..................................... 101see Automatic headlamp mode

Head restraintsAdjusting ......................................... 89Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 90Adjusting (manually) ........................ 89Adjusting (rear) ................................ 90Installing/removing (rear) ................ 90

Heatingsee Climate control

High-beam headlampsChanging bulbs .............................. 105Display message ............................ 205Switching on/off ........................... 100

High voltagesee Safety notes

High-voltage batteryBattery care ................................... 136Charging (charging station) ............ 140Charging (mains socket) ................ 137Charging cable warming ................ 137Cruise range .................................. 136Discharged battery ........................ 135Display message ............................ 208Energy consumption ...................... 136General notes ................................ 135Method of operation ...................... 135Outside temperatures .................... 135Overvoltage protection .................. 137Problems with the charging proc-ess ................................................. 142Reserve, warning lamp ................... 224Terms of use .................................. 137

High-voltage disconnect device ......... 23Hill start assist .................................. 128HOLD function

Activating ....................................... 155Deactivating ................................... 155

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Display message ............................ 209Function/notes ............................. 154

HoodClosing ........................................... 253Display message ............................ 214Important safety notes .................. 252Opening ......................................... 252

Horn ...................................................... 30Hydroplaning ..................................... 151

IIgnition lock

see Key positionsImmobilizer .......................................... 69Indicator lamps

see Warning and indicator lampsIndicators

see Turn signalsInstrument cluster

Charge level display ......................... 31Overview .......................................... 31Power display ................................ 173Settings ......................................... 187Warning and indicator lamps ........... 32

Instrument cluster lighting .............. 172Interior lighting ................................. 101

Automatic control .......................... 102Delayed switch-off (on-boardcomputer) ...................................... 188Emergency lighting ........................ 102Manual control ............................... 102Overview ........................................ 101Reading lamp ................................. 101Setting the brightness of theambient lighting (on-board com-puter) ............................................. 188

Internet connectionVia mobile service module ............. 144

JJack

Storage location ............................ 264Using ............................................. 300

KKickdown

Driving tips .................................... 131Knee bag .............................................. 48

LLamps

see Warning and indicator lampsLATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seatanchors ................................................ 58License plate lamp (display mes-sage) ................................................... 205Lights

Activating/deactivating the inte-rior lighting delayed switch-off ....... 188Automatic headlamp mode .............. 98Display message ............................ 204Hazard warning lamps ................... 100High beam flasher .......................... 100High-beam headlamps ................... 100Light switch ..................................... 98Low-beam headlamps ...................... 99Parking lamps .................................. 99Rear fog lamp .................................. 99Setting the brightness of theambient lighting (on-board com-puter) ............................................. 188Standing lamps .............................. 100Switching the daytime runninglamps on/off (on-board com-puter) ............................................. 187Switching the daytime runninglamps on/off (switch) ...................... 98Turn signals ................................... 100see Interior lightingsee Lightssee Replacing bulbs

Light sensor (display message) ....... 207Loading guidelines ............................ 228Locking

see Central lockingLocking (doors)

Automatic ........................................ 78Emergency locking ........................... 79From inside (central locking but-ton) .................................................. 78

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Locking centrallysee Central locking

Locking verification signal (on-board computer) ............................... 188Low-beam headlamps

Changing bulbs .............................. 104Display message ............................ 204Switching on/off .............................. 99

Lumbar supportAdjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-port .................................................. 91

MM+S tires ............................................ 280Maintenance

see ASSYST PLUSMalfunction message

see Display messagesMatte finish (cleaning instruc-tions) .................................................. 258Maximum charge current

Setting (charging cable) ................. 138mbrace

Call priority .................................... 241Display message ............................ 199Downloading destinations(COMAND) ..................................... 241Downloading routes ....................... 244Emergency call .............................. 238General notes ................................ 237Geo fencing ................................... 245Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 243MB info call button ........................ 240Remote fault diagnosis .................. 243Remote vehicle locking .................. 243Roadside Assistance button .......... 240Search & Send ............................... 242Self-test ......................................... 238Speed alert .................................... 244System .......................................... 238Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 245Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 243

Mechanical keyFunction/notes ................................ 73Locking vehicle ................................ 79Unlocking the driver's door .............. 79

Memory card (audio) ......................... 181

Memory function ................................. 95Message memory (on-board com-puter) .................................................. 190Messages

see Display messagesMirrors

see Exterior mirrorssee Rear-view mirrorsee Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)

Mobile phoneMenu (on-board computer) ............ 181

Modifying the programming(SmartKey) ........................................... 73MOExtended tires .............................. 264Mounting wheels

Lowering the vehicle ...................... 303Mounting a new wheel ................... 302Preparing the vehicle ..................... 300Raising the vehicle ......................... 300Removing a wheel .......................... 302Securing the vehicle against roll-ing away ........................................ 300

MP3Operation ....................................... 181see separate operating instructions

Multifunction displayFunction/notes ............................. 176Permanent display ......................... 187

Multifunction steering wheelOperating the on-board computer .. 174Overview .......................................... 33

NNavigation

Menu (on-board computer) ............ 179see separate operating instructions

Notes on breaking-in a new vehi-cle ....................................................... 126

OOccupant Classification System(OCS)

Conditions ....................................... 49Faults ............................................... 53

Index 11

Operation ......................................... 49System self-test ............................... 51

Occupant safetyAutomaticmeasures after an acci-dent ................................................. 56Children in the vehicle ..................... 56Important safety notes .................... 41Pets in the vehicle ........................... 62

OCSConditions ....................................... 49Faults ............................................... 53Operation ......................................... 49System self-test ............................... 51

On-board computerAssistance menu ........................... 183Audio menu ................................... 180Displaying a service message ........ 255Display messages .......................... 190E‑CELL menu ................................. 185Factory settings submenu ............. 189Important safety notes .................. 172Instrument cluster submenu .......... 187Lighting submenu .......................... 187Menu overview .............................. 176Message memory .......................... 190Navigation menu ............................ 179Operation ....................................... 174Service menu ................................. 184Settings menu ............................... 185Standard display ............................ 176Telephone menu ............................ 181Trip menu ...................................... 176Vehicle submenu ........................... 188Video DVD operation ..................... 181

On-board computer (multifunctionsteering wheel)

Range ............................................ 178Online access .................................... 143Opening and closing the side trimpanels ................................................. 105Operating safety

Declaration of conformity ................ 24Operating system

see On-board computerOperator's Manual

Vehicle equipment ........................... 20Outside temperature display ........... 173

Overhead control panel ...................... 36Override feature

Rear side windows ........................... 62

PPaint code number ............................ 308Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 257Panic alarm .......................................... 40Parking ............................................... 144

Important safety notes .................. 144Parking brake ................................ 145Position of exterior mirror, front-passenger side ................................. 94Rear view camera .......................... 163see Active Parking Assistsee PARKTRONIC

Parking aidActive Parking Assist ..................... 159see Exterior mirrorssee PARKTRONIC

Parking assistancesee PARKTRONIC

Parking brakeDisplay message ............................ 196Electric parking brake .................... 145Warning lamp ................................. 223see Parking brake

Parking lampsSwitching on/off .............................. 99

Parking lamps (changing bulbs) ...... 105PARKTRONIC

Deactivating/activating ................. 157Driving system ............................... 155Function/notes ............................. 155Important safety notes .................. 155Problem (malfunction) ................... 159Range of the sensors ..................... 156Warning display ............................. 157

PASSENGER AIR BAGIndicator lamps ................................ 41

PASSENGER AIR BAG OFFProblems (malfunction) .................. 203

Pets in the vehicle ............................... 62Plastic trim (cleaning instruc-tions) .................................................. 260Power display .................................... 173

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Power washers .................................. 257Power windows

see Side windowsProgram selector button .................. 131Pulling away ...................................... 128

QQualified specialist workshop ........... 24

RRadar sensor system

Activating/deactivating ................. 188Display message ............................ 209

RadioSelecting a station ......................... 180see separate operating instructions

Radio-wave reception/transmis-sion in the vehicle

Declaration of conformity ................ 24Range

Calling up (on-board computer,luxury multifunction steeringwheel) ............................................ 178RANGE PLUS ................................. 136

RANGE PLUSRange ............................................ 136

RBSsee Recuperative braking system(RBS) ................................................ 68

Reading lamp ..................................... 101READY indicator ................................ 172Rear fog lamp

Changing bulbs .............................. 106Display message ............................ 206Switching on/off .............................. 99

Rear lampsChanging bulbs .............................. 106see Lights

Rear seatFolding the backrest forwards/back (vehicles without the EASY-VARIO-PLUS system) ..................... 231

Rear view cameraCleaning instructions ..................... 260Function/notes ............................. 163Switching on/off ........................... 164

Rear-view mirrorAnti-glare (manual) .......................... 93Dipping (automatic) ......................... 93

Rear window defrosterProblem (malfunction) ................... 120Switching on/off ........................... 119

Rear window wiperReplacing the wiper blade .............. 110Switching on/off ........................... 109

Recuperative braking system (rbs) ... 68Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-tem)

Important safety notes .................. 311Remote control

Garage door opener ....................... 245Programming (garage dooropener) .......................................... 245

Replacing bulbsImportant safety notes .................. 102Overview of bulb types .................. 103Removing/replacing the cover(front wheel arch) .......................... 104

Reporting safety defects .................... 25Reserve

High-voltage battery ...................... 224Restraint system

Display message ............................ 200Introduction ..................................... 40Warning lamp ................................. 224Warning lamp (function) ................... 41

Reverse gearEngaging ........................................ 130

Reversing featureSide windows ................................... 81

Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 21Roof lining and carpets (cleaningguidelines) ......................................... 262Roof load (maximum) ........................ 311Route (navigation)

see Route guidance (navigation)Route guidance (navigation) ............ 179

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SSafety

Children in the vehicle ..................... 56Child restraint systems .................... 57Occupant Classification System(OCS) ............................................... 49

Safety notes ......................................... 21Safety system

see Driving safety systemsSeat belts

Adjusting the height ......................... 44center rear-compartment seat ......... 45Cleaning ......................................... 262Correct usage .................................. 43Fastening ......................................... 44Important safety guidelines ............. 42Introduction ..................................... 42Releasing ......................................... 45Warning lamp ................................. 216Warning lamp (function) ................... 45

SeatsAdjusting (electrically) ..................... 89Adjusting (manually) ........................ 88Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-port .................................................. 91Adjusting the head restraint ............ 89Cleaning the cover ......................... 261Correct driver's seat position ........... 86Folding the backrest (rear com-partment) forwards/back (vehi-cles without the EASY-VARIO-PLUS system) ................................ 231Important safety notes .................... 87Seat heating problem ...................... 92Storing settings (memory func-tion) ................................................. 95Switching seat heating on/off ......... 91

Selector leversee DIRECT SELECT lever

Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 259Service Center

see Qualified specialist workshopService menu (on-board com-puter) .................................................. 184Service products

Brake fluid ..................................... 309Important safety notes .................. 309

Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-tem) ............................................... 311Washer fluid ................................... 310

SettingsFactory (on-board computer) ......... 189On-board computer ....................... 185

Setting the air distribution ............... 117Setting the airflow ............................ 118Setting the maximum charge cur-rent (Control system) ........................ 186Side impact air bag ............................. 48Side marker lamp (display mes-sage) ................................................... 206Side windows

Cleaning ......................................... 258Convenience closing feature ............ 82Convenience opening feature .......... 82Important safety information ........... 81Opening/closing .............................. 81Problem (malfunction) ..................... 84Resetting ......................................... 83

SmartKeyChanging the battery ....................... 74Changing the programming ............. 73Checking the battery ....................... 74Convenience closing feature ............ 82Convenience opening feature .......... 82Display message ............................ 215Door central locking/unlocking ....... 72Important safety notes .................... 72Loss ................................................. 76Mechanical key ................................ 73Positions (ignition lock) ................. 127Problem (malfunction) ..................... 76

SmartKey positions (ignition lock) .. 127Snow chains ...................................... 280Sockets

General notes ................................ 237Luggage compartment ................... 237Rear compartment ......................... 237

Specialist workshop ............................ 24Special seat belt retractor .................. 57Speed, controlling

see Cruise controlSpeedometer

Activating/deactivating the addi-tional speedometer ........................ 187

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Digital ............................................ 177In the Instrument cluster ................. 31Selecting the unit of measure-ment .............................................. 187see Instrument cluster

SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys-tem)

see Restraint systemStanding lamps

Changing bulbs .............................. 105Display message ............................ 206Switching on/off ........................... 100

Starting (vehicle) ............................... 127STEER CONTROL .................................. 68Steering (display message) .............. 214Steering wheel

Adjusting (manually) ........................ 92Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 174Cleaning ......................................... 261Important safety notes .................... 92Paddle shifters ............................... 131

Steering wheel paddle shifters ........ 131Stowage areas ................................... 228Stowage compartments

Armrest (front) ............................... 229Armrest (under) ............................. 229Center console (rear) ..................... 230Cup holders ................................... 234Glove box ....................................... 229Important safety information ......... 228Stowage net ................................... 230Under driver's seat/front-passenger seat .............................. 230

Stowage net ....................................... 230Summer tires ..................................... 280Sun visor ............................................ 235Switching air-recirculation modeon/off ................................................. 120Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 69

TTailgate

Display message ............................ 213Emergency unlocking ....................... 80Important safety notes .................... 79

Opening/closing (from outside) ....... 80Opening dimensions ...................... 311

Tail lampsDisplay message ............................ 205see Lights

Technical dataCapacities ...................................... 309Information .................................... 308Tires/wheels ................................. 303Vehicle data ................................... 311

TelephoneAccepting a call ............................. 182Display message ............................ 214Menu (on-board computer) ............ 181Number from the phone book ........ 182Redialing ........................................ 183Rejecting/ending a call ................. 182

TemperatureOutside temperature ...................... 173Setting (climate control) ................ 117

Theft deterrent systemsATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 69Immobilizer ...................................... 69

Timesee separate operating instructions

Tire pressureCalling up (on-board computer) ..... 284Checking manually ........................ 284Display message ............................ 211Important safety notes .................. 284Maximum ....................................... 284Notes ............................................. 283Recommended ............................... 281see Tire pressure

Tire pressure monitorChecking the tire pressure elec-tronically ........................................ 286Function/notes ............................. 284General notes ................................ 284Important safety notes .................. 285Restarting ...................................... 287Warning lamp ................................. 226Warning message .......................... 286

TiresAspect ratio (definition) ................. 298Average weight of the vehicleoccupants (definition) .................... 296

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Bar (definition) ............................... 296Changing a wheel .......................... 299Characteristics .............................. 296Checking ........................................ 279Curb weight (definition) ................. 298Definition of terms ......................... 296Direction of rotation ...................... 299Display message ............................ 211Distribution of the vehicle occu-pants (definition) ............................ 299DOT, Tire Identification Number(TIN) ............................................... 295DOT (Department of Transporta-tion) (definition) ............................. 296GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)(definition) ..................................... 297GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (def-inition) ........................................... 297GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-ing) (definition) .............................. 297Important safety notes .................. 278Increased vehicle weight due tooptional equipment (definition) ...... 297Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 297Labeling (overview) ........................ 293Load bearing index (definition) ...... 299Load index ..................................... 295Load index (definition) ................... 297M+S tires ....................................... 280Maximum loaded vehicle weight(definition) ..................................... 297Maximum load on a tire (defini-tion) ............................................... 298Maximum permissible tire pres-sure (definition) ............................. 298Maximum tire load ......................... 291Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 298Optional equipment weight (defi-nition) ............................................ 298PSI (pounds per square inch) (def-inition) ........................................... 298Replacing ....................................... 299Service life ..................................... 280Sidewall (definition) ....................... 298Speed rating (definition) ................ 297Storing ........................................... 300Structure and characteristics(definition) ..................................... 296

Summer tires ................................. 280Temperature .................................. 292TIN (Tire Identification Number)(definition) ..................................... 298Tire bead (definition) ...................... 298Tire pressure (definition) ................ 298Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 297Tire size (data) ............................... 303Tire size designation, load-bearingcapacity, speed rating .................... 293Tire tread ....................................... 279Tire tread (definition) ..................... 298Total load limit (definition) ............. 299Traction ......................................... 292Traction (definition) ....................... 299Tread wear ..................................... 292Uniform Tire Quality GradingStandards ...................................... 291Uniform Tire Quality GradingStandards (definition) .................... 297Wear indicator (definition) ............. 299Wheel rim (definition) .................... 297see Flat tire

Top Tether ............................................ 59Towing away

Important safety guidelines ........... 271Installing the towing eye ................ 272Removing the towing eye ............... 273With both axles on the ground ....... 273With the rear axle raised ................ 273

Tow-startingInstalling the towing eye ................ 272Removing the towing eye ............... 273

Trailer hitch ......................................... 23Trailer tow hitch .................................. 23Transmission

DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 129Display message ............................ 212Drive program ................................ 134Driving tips .................................... 131Engaging the drive position ............ 130Engaging the park position ............ 129Holding the vehicle stationary onuphill gradients .............................. 131Kickdown ....................................... 131Overview ........................................ 128

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Program selector button ................ 131Shifting to neutral .......................... 130

Transmission position display ......... 129Transmission position display(DIRECT SELECT lever) ...................... 129Transmission positions .................... 130Trim pieces (cleaning instruc-tions) .................................................. 261Trip computer (on-board com-puter) .................................................. 177Trip odometer

Calling up ....................................... 176Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 177see Trip odometer

Trunksee Tailgate

Turn signalsChanging bulbs (front) ................... 105Changing bulbs (rear) .................... 106Display message ............................ 204Switching on/off ........................... 100

Type identification platesee Vehicle identification plate

UUnlocking

Emergency unlocking ....................... 79From inside the vehicle (centralunlocking button) ............................. 78

VVanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........ 236Vehicle

Correct use ...................................... 25Data acquisition ............................... 26Equipment ....................................... 20Individual settings .......................... 185Limited Warranty ............................. 25Loading .......................................... 288Locking (in an emergency) ............... 79Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 72Lowering ........................................ 303Maintenance .................................... 21Parking for a long period ................ 147Raising ........................................... 300Reporting problems ......................... 25

Securing from rolling away ............ 300Starting .......................................... 127Towing (front axle raised) .............. 273Towing away .................................. 271Tow-starting ................................... 271Transporting .................................. 274Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 79Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 72Vehicle data ................................... 311

Vehicle data ....................................... 311Vehicle dimensions ........................... 311Vehicle emergency locking ................ 79Vehicle Homepage

Data protection .............................. 143Functions ....................................... 144General information ....................... 143Internet connection ....................... 144

Vehicle identification numbersee VIN

Vehicle identification plate .............. 308Vehicle maintenance

see ASSYST PLUSVehicle tool kit .................................. 264Video (DVD) ........................................ 181VIN ...................................................... 308

WWarning and indicator lamps

ABS ................................................ 218Brakes ........................................... 218Distance warning ........................... 225ESP® .............................................. 221ESP® OFF ....................................... 222Overview .......................................... 32PASSENGER AIR BAG ...................... 41RBS (Recuperative Brake Sys-tem) ............................................... 218Restraint system ............................ 224Seat belt ........................................ 216Tire pressure monitor .................... 226

Warranty .............................................. 20Washer fluid

Display message ............................ 214Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 303Wheel chock ...................................... 300

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WheelsChanging a wheel .......................... 299Checking ........................................ 279Cleaning ......................................... 258Important safety notes .................. 278Interchanging/changing ................ 299Mounting a new wheel ................... 302Mounting a wheel .......................... 300Removing a wheel .......................... 302Storing ........................................... 300Tightening torque ........................... 303Wheel size/tire size ....................... 303

Window curtain air bagDisplay message ............................ 201Operation ......................................... 48

Windowssee Side windows

WindshieldDefrosting ...................................... 118see Windshield

Windshield washer systemAdding washer fluid ....................... 254Notes ............................................. 310

Windshield wipersDisplay message ............................ 214Problem (malfunction) ................... 111Rear window wiper ........................ 109Replacing the wiper blades ............ 109Switching on/off ........................... 108

Winter drivingSlippery road surfaces ................... 152Snow chains .................................. 280

Winter operationGeneral notes ................................ 280

Winter tiresM+S tires ....................................... 280

Wiper bladesCleaning ......................................... 259Important safety notes .................. 109Replacing (rear window) ................ 110Replacing (windshield) ................... 109

Wooden trim (cleaning instruc-tions) .................................................. 261Workshop

see Qualified specialist workshop

ZZONE function

Switching on/off ........................... 118

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Protection of the environment

Note

H Environmental noteDaimler's declared policy is one of compre-hensive environmental protection.The objectives are for the natural resourcesthat form the basis of our existence on thisplanet to be used sparingly and in a mannerthat takes the requirements of both natureand humanity into account.You too can help to protect the environmentby operating your vehicle in an environmen-tally responsible manner.Energy consumption and the rate of engine,transmission, brake and tire wear depend onthe following factors:Roperating conditions of your vehicleRyour personal driving styleYou can influence both factors. You shouldbear the following in mind:Operating conditions:Ralways make sure that the tire pressuresare correct.Rdo not carry any unnecessary weight.Rkeep an eye on the vehicle's energy con-sumption.Rremove roof racks once you no longer needthem.Ra regularly serviced vehicle will contributeto environmental protection. You shouldtherefore adhere to the service intervals.Ralways have service work carried out at aqualified specialist workshop.

Personal driving style:Rdrive carefully and maintain a safe distancefrom the vehicle in front.Ravoid frequent, sudden acceleration andbraking.

H Environmental noteHave a defective high-voltage battery dis-posed of in an environmentally-responsible

manner. Contact a qualified specialist work-shop which has the necessary specialistknowledge and tools to carry out the workrequired. Mercedes-Benz recommends thatyou use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Centerfor this purpose.

Environmental concerns and recom-mendationsWhen prompted to dispose of materials bythis Operator's Manual, always try to re-useor recycle them first. Observe the relevantenvironmental rules and regulations whendisposing of materials. In this way you willhelp to protect the environment.

Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts

H Environmental noteDaimler AG also supplies reconditionedmajorassemblies and parts which are of the samequality as new parts. They are covered by thesame Limited Warranty entitlements as newparts.

! Air bags and Emergency Tensioning Devi-ces, as well as control units and sensors forthese restraint systems, may be installed inthe following areas of your vehicle:RdoorsRdoor pillarsRdoor sillsRseatsRcockpitRinstrument clusterRcenter consoleDo not install accessories such as audiosystems in these areas. Do not carry outrepairs or welding. You could impair theoperating efficiency of the restraint sys-tems.Have aftermarket accessories installed at aqualified specialist workshop.

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You could jeopardize the operating safety ofyour vehicle if you use parts, tires and wheelsas well as accessories relevant to safetywhich have not been approved by Mercedes.This could lead to malfunctions in safety-rel-evant systems, e.g. the brake system. Useonly genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts ofequal quality. Only use tires, wheels andaccessories that have been specificallyapproved for your vehicle.Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subject tostrict quality control. Every part has been spe-cifically developed, manufactured or selectedfor and adapted to Mercedes-Benz vehicles.Only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts shouldtherefore be used.More than 300,000 different genuineMercedes-Benz parts are available forMercedes-Benz models.All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers main-tain a supply of genuineMercedes-Benz partsfor necessary service and repair work. In addi-tion, strategically located parts delivery cen-ters provide quick and reliable parts service.Always specify the vehicle identification num-ber (VIN) when ordering genuine Mercedes-Benz parts (Y page 308).

Operator's Manual

Vehicle equipmentThis Operator's Manual describes all modelsand all standard and optional equipment ofyour vehicle available at the time of going toprint. Country-specific differences are possi-ble. Bear in mind that your vehicle may notfeature all functions described here. This alsoapplies to safety-relevant systems and func-tions. The equipment in your vehicle maytherefore differ from that shown in thedescriptions and illustrations.The original purchase agreement lists all sys-tems installed in your vehicle.Should you have any questions concerningequipment and operation, please consult anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

The Operator's Manual and MaintenanceBooklet are important documents and shouldbe kept in the vehicle.

Service and vehicle operation

WarrantyThe Limited Warranty for your vehicle appliesin accordance with the warranty terms andconditions in the Service and Warranty Infor-mation Booklet.Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center willexchange or repair any defective parts origi-nally installed in the vehicle in accordancewith the terms of the following warranties:RNew Vehicle Limited WarrantyRState warranty enforcement laws (LemonLaws)

Replacement parts and accessories are cov-ered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Acces-sories warranties. These are available at anyauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

i Should you lose your Service and War-ranty Information booklet, have an author-ized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for areplacement. The new Service and War-ranty Information booklet will be mailed toyou.

Service and literatureThe Limited Warranty for your vehicle appliesin accordance with the warranty terms andconditions in the Service and Warranty Book-let. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Centerwill exchange or repair any defective partsoriginally installed in the vehicle in accord-ance with the terms of the following warran-ties:RNew Vehicle Limited WarrantyRCalifornia, Connecticut, Maine, Massachu-setts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode

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Island and Vermont Emission Control Sys-tems WarrantyRState warranty enforcement laws (lemonlaws)

MaintenanceThe Service and Warranty Booklet describesall the necessary maintenance work whichshould be done at regular intervals.Always have the Service and Warranty Book-let with you when you bring the vehicle to anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The ser-vice advisor will record every service for youin the Service and Warranty Booklet.

Roadside AssistanceThe Mercedes-Benz Roadside AssistanceProgramoffers technical help in the event of abreakdown. Calls to the toll-free RoadsideAssistance Hotline are answered by ouragents 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 theMercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Pro-gram brochure (USA) or the "Roadside Assis-tance" section in the Service and WarrantyBooklet (Canada). You will find both in thevehicle document wallet.

Change of address or change of own-ershipIn the event of a change of address, pleasesend us the "Notification of Address Change"in the Service andWarranty Booklet or simplycall the Mercedes-Benz Customer AssistanceCenter (USA) at the hotline number1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) orCustomer Service Center (Canada) at1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in con-

tacting you in a timely manner should theneed arise.If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all lit-erature in the vehicle so that it is available tothe next owner.If you have purchased a used car, please sendus the "Notification of Used Car Purchase" inthe Service and Warranty Booklet or simplycall the Mercedes-Benz Customer AssistanceCenter (USA) at the hotline number1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) orCustomer Service (Canada) at1-800-387-0100.

Vehicle operation outside CanadaWhen you are abroad with your vehicle,observe the following points:Rservice facilities or replacement parts maynot be readily available.

Some Mercedes-Benz models are availablefor delivery in Europe through our EuropeanDelivery Program. For details, consult anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write toone of the following addresses.In the USAMercedes-Benz USA, LLCEuropean Delivery DepartmentOne Mercedes DriveMontvale, NJ 07645-0350In CanadaMercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.European Delivery Department98 Vanderhoof AvenueToronto, Ontario M4G 4C9

Operating safety

Important safety notes

G WARNINGIf you do not have the prescribed service/maintenance work or any required repairs

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carried out, this can result in malfunctions orsystem failures. There is a risk of an accident.Always have the prescribed service/mainte-nance work as well as any required repairscarried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

G WARNINGIf you switch off the ignition while driving,safety-relevant functions are only availablewith limitations, or not at all. This could affect,for example, the power steering and the brakeboosting effect. You will require considerablymore effort to steer and brake. There is a riskof an accident.Do not switch off the ignition while driving.

G WARNINGModifications to electronic components, theirsoftware as well as wiring can impair theirfunction and/or the function of other net-worked components. In particular, systemsrelevant to safety could also be affected. As aresult, these may no longer function as inten-ded and/or jeopardize the operating safety ofthe vehicle. There is an increased risk of anaccident and injury.Never tamper with the wiring as well as elec-tronic components or their software. Youshould have all work to electrical and elec-tronic equipment carried out at a qualifiedspecialist workshop.

If you make changes to electronic compo-nents, their software or wiring, the generaloperating permit for your vehicle may be ren-dered invalid.

! There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:Rthe vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a highcurb or an unpaved roadRyou drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. acurb or a hole in the roadRa heavy object strikes the undercarriageor parts of the chassis

In situations like this, the body, the under-carriage, chassis parts, wheels or tires

could be damaged without the damagebeing visible. Components damaged in thisway can unexpectedly fail or, in the case ofan accident, no longer withstand the strainthey are designed to.In such situations, have the vehiclechecked and repaired immediately at aqualified specialist workshop. If on con-tinuing your journey you notice that drivingsafety is impaired, pull over and stop thevehicle immediately, paying attention toroad and traffic conditions. In such cases,visit a qualified specialist workshop.

Danger of electric shockAll of the vehicle's high-voltage electrical sys-tem components are marked with yellowwarning stickers which warn you about highvoltages. The cables of the vehicle's high-voltage electrical system are orange.

G DANGERThe vehicle's high voltage electrical system isunder high voltage. If you modify componentsin the vehicle's high-voltage electrical systemor touch damaged components, you may beelectrocuted. The components in the vehi-cle's high-voltage electrical system may bedamaged in an accident, although the damageis not visible. There is a risk of fatal injury.Following an accident, do not touch any high-voltage components and never modify thevehicle's high-voltage electrical system. Havethe vehicle towed away after an accident andthe vehicle's high-voltage electrical systemchecked by a qualified specialist workshop.

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When towing a vehicle after an accident, besure to observe the following sections:RTransporting the vehicle (Y page 274)RTowing the vehiclewith the front axle raised(Y page 273)RTowing a vehicle with both axles on theground (Y page 273)

Read the safety instructions on towing andtow-starting (Y page 271).The ignition must be switched off when car-rying out general tasks, such as changingbulbs or checking the coolant level.

Automatic switching off of the vehicle'shigh-voltage electrical systemIf the restraint systems are activated duringan accident, the vehicle's high-voltage elec-trical system is automatically deactivated.This is to ensure that you do not come intocontact with high voltage.

Automatic protection from switchingon of the vehicle's high-voltage electri-cal systemThe vehicle's high-voltage electrical system isnot activated when the vehicle is started if:Ra serious electrical insulation malfunctionis detected in the vehicle's high-voltageelectrical system.Ran electrical connection in the vehicle'shigh-voltage electrical system is discon-nected.

Automatic switching off of the chargingprocessThe charging process is deactivated automat-ically if:Rthe high-voltage battery is fully charged.

The charging process is interrupted automat-ically if:Ra serious electrical insulation malfunctionis detected in the vehicle's high-voltageelectrical system.Ran electrical connection in the vehicle'shigh-voltage electrical system is discon-nected.

High-voltage switch-off device

Your vehicle is equipped with a high-voltageswitch-off device: which can be used toswitch off the vehicle's high-voltage electricalsystem.

! The high-voltage system must only beswitched off at vehicle standstill by spe-cially trained service engineers. Otherwisethe high-voltage system may be damaged.

Mobile phone antenna

! It is not permitted to retrofit a mobilephone antenna.

Trailer tow hitch

! Retrofitting a trailer tow hitch is not per-missible.

WarningVehicles with an electric motor generatemuch less driving noise than vehicles withinternal combustion engines. As a result,when maneuvering or driving at low speedsfor example, your vehicle is not heard by other

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road users until it is very close, or may noteven be heard at all. This is particularly thecase if other road users have not yet seenyour vehicle but are instead relying on hear-ing. Drivewith particular care, allowing for thepossibility that other road users may behaveunpredictably.The vehicle is equipped with a sound gener-ator. At low speeds, an electric vehicle makesless noise than a vehicle with a combustionengine. The sound generator is activated sothat other road users can hear your vehiclebetter. The sound generator is activated atspeeds of under 20 mph (30 km/h) andswitches off automatically at higher speeds.

Declarations of conformity

Vehicle components which receiveand/or transmit radio wavesUSA: "The wireless devices of this vehiclecomply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Oper-ation is subject to the two following two con-ditions: 1) These devices may not causeharmful interference, and 2) These devicesmust accept any interference received,including interference that may cause unde-sired operation. Changes ormodifications notexpressly approved by the party responsiblefor compliance could void the user’s authorityto operate the equipment."Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehiclecomply with Industry Canada license-exemptRSS standard(s). Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) These devicesmay not cause interference, and (2) Thesedevicesmust accept any interference, includ-ing interference that may cause undesiredoperation of the device."

Diagnostics connection

G WARNINGIf you connect equipment to the diagnosticsconnection in the vehicle, it may affect the

operation of the vehicle systems. As a result,the operating safety of the vehicle could beaffected. There is a risk of an accident.Do not connect any equipment to a diagnos-tics connection in the vehicle.

G WARNINGObjects in the driver's footwell can restrict thepedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.The operating and road safety of the vehicle isjeopardized. There is a risk of an accident.Make sure that all objects in the vehicle arestowed correctly, and that they cannot enterthe driver's footwell. Install the floormatssecurely and as specified in order to ensuresufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not useloose floormats and do not place floormats ontop of one another.

! If equipment on the diagnostics connec-tion is used, the starter battery may dis-charge.

The diagnostics connection is only intendedfor the connection of diagnostic equipment ata qualified specialist workshop.

Routine checks and maintenance ser-viceBear in mind that you are legally obliged tocarry out daily checks and regular inspectionsat your own responsibility. You can find fur-ther information about the individual inspec-tion steps in the Maintenance Booklet.

Qualified specialist workshopAn authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is aqualified specialist workshop. It has the nec-essary specialist knowledge, tools and quali-fications to correctly carry out the workrequired on your vehicle. This is especially thecase for work relevant to safety.Observe the notes in the Maintenance Book-let.

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Always have the following work carried out atan authorized Mercedes-Benz Center:Rwork relevant to safetyRservice and maintenance workRrepair workRalterations, installation work and modifica-tionsRwork on electronic componentsRwork on the drive system

Correct useIf you remove any warning stickers, you orothers could fail to recognize certain dangers.Leave warning stickers in position.Observe the following information when driv-ing your vehicle:Rthe safety notes in this manualRthe Technical Data section in this manualRtraffic rules and regulationsRlaws and safety standards pertaining tomotor vehicles

Problems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with yourvehicle, particularly one that you believe mayaffect its safe operation, we urge you to con-tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Centerimmediately to have the problem diagnosedand rectified. If the problem is not resolved toyour satisfaction, please discuss the problemagain with the Mercedes-Benz Center or, ifnecessary, contact us at one of the followingaddresses.In the USACustomer Assistance CenterMercedes-Benz USA, LLCOne Mercedes DriveMontvale, NJ 07645-0350In CanadaCustomer Relations DepartmentMercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.

98 Vanderhoof AvenueToronto, Ontario M4G 4C9

Reporting safety defectsUSA only:The following text is reproduced as requiredof all manufacturers under Title 49, Code ofU.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuantto the National Traffic and Motor VehicleSafety Act of 1966.If you believe that your vehicle has a defectwhich could cause a crash or could causeinjury or death, you should immediatelyinform the National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) in addition to notify-ing Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it mayopen an investigation, and if it finds that asafety defect exists in a group of vehicles, itmay order a recall and remedy campaign.However, NHTSA cannot become involved inindividual problems between you, yourdealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.To contact NHTSA, you may call the VehicleSafety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administra-tor, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Wash-ington, DC 20590.You can also obtain other information aboutmotor vehicle safety fromhttp://www.safercar.gov

Limited Warranty! Follow the instructions in this manualabout the proper operation of your vehicleas well as about possible vehicle damage.Damage to your vehicle that arises fromculpable contraventions against theseinstructions is not covered either by theMercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by theNew or Used-Vehicle Warranty.

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Data stored in the vehicle

Data recordingThis vehicle is capable of recording diagnosticinformation relating to vehicle operation,mal-functions, and user settings. This may includeinformation about the performance or statusof various systems, including but not limitedto, engine, throttle, steering or brake sys-tems, that is stored and can be read out withsuitable devices, particularly when the vehi-cle is serviced. The data obtained is used toproperly diagnose and service your vehicle orto further optimize and develop vehicle func-tions.

COMAND/mbraceIf the vehicle is equipped with COMAND ormbrace, additional data about the vehicle’soperation, the use of the vehicle in certainsituations, and the location of the vehiclemaybe compiled through COMAND or thembracesystem.For additional information please refer to theCOMAND User Manual and/or the mbraceTerms and Conditions.

Event data recordersThis vehicle is equipped with an event datarecorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDRis to record data that will assist in under-standing how a vehicle’s systems performedin certain crash or near crash-like situations,such as during air bag deployment or whenhitting a road obstacle. The EDR is designedto record data related to vehicle dynamicsand safety systems for a short period of time,typically 30 seconds or less.The EDR in this vehicle is designed to recordsuch data as:Rhow various systems in your vehicle areoperatingRwhether or not the driver and passengerseat belts are fastened

Rhow far (if at all) the driver is depressing theaccelerator and/or brake pedal andRhow fast the vehicle is travelingThis data can help provide a better under-standing of the circumstances in whichcrashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data isrecorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivialcrash situation occurs; no data is recorded bythe EDR under normal driving conditions andno personal data (e.g., name, gender, age,and crash location) are recorded. However,other parties, such as law enforcement, cancombine the EDR data with the type of per-sonal identification data routinely acquiredduring a crash investigation.To read data recorded by an EDR, specialequipment is required, and access to the vehi-cle or the EDR is needed. In addition to thevehicle manufacturer, other parties that havethe special equipment, such as law enforce-ment, can read the information by accessingthe vehicle or the EDR.EDR data may be used in civil and criminalmatters as a tool in accident reconstruction,accident claims, and vehicle safety. Since theCrash Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used toextract data from the EDR is commerciallyavailable, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC("MBUSA") expressly disclaims any and all lia-bility arising from the extraction of this infor-mation by unauthorized Mercedes-Benz per-sonnel.MBUSA will not share EDR data with otherswithout the consent of the vehicle owners or,if the vehicle is leased, without the consent ofthe lessee. Exceptions to this representationinclude responses to subpoenas by lawenforcement; by federal, state or local gov-ernment; in connection with or arising out oflitigation involving MBUSA or its subsidiariesand affiliates; or, as required by law.Warning: The EDR is a component of the Sup-plemental Restraint System ("SRS") Module.Tampering with, altering, modifying or remov-ing the EDR component may result in a mal-function of the SRS Module and other sys-tems.

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State laws or regulations regarding EDRs thatconflict with federal regulation are pre-emp-ted. This means that in the event of such con-flict, the federal regulation governs. As ofFebruary 2013, 13 states have enacted lawsrelating to EDRs.

Information on copyright

General informationInformation on license for free and open-source software used in your vehicle and itselectronic components is available on the fol-lowing website:http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource

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Cockpit ................................................. 30Instrument cluster .............................. 31Multifunction steering wheel ............. 33Center console .................................... 34Overhead control panel ...................... 36Door control panel .............................. 37

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Cockpit

Function Page

: Steering wheel paddleshifters 131

; Combination switch 100

= Instrument cluster 31

? Horn

A DIRECT SELECT lever 129

B PARKTRONIC warning dis-play 155

C Overhead control panel 36

Function Page

D Climate control systems 114

E Ignition lock 127

F Adjusts the steering wheel 92

G Cruise control lever 152

H Electric parking brake 145

I Light switch 98

J Diagnostics connection 24

K Opens the hood 252

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Instrument cluster

Displays and controls

Function Page

: Speedometer

; Multifunction display 176

= Power display 173

? E-CELL display 173

Function Page

A Display for the condition ofcharge of the high-voltagebattery 174

B Instrument cluster lighting 172

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Warning and indicator lamps

Function Page

: L Low-beam head-lamps 99

; T Parking lamps 99

= K High-beam head-lamps 100

? ÷ ESP® 221

A ! Electric parking brake(red) 223

B ! Electric parking brake(yellow) 223

C · Distance warning 225

D #! Turn signals 100

E 6 Restraint system 224

Function Page

F ü Seat belt 216

G é RBS (RecuperativeBrake System) 218

H R Rear fog lamp 99

I ; Drive system 207

J h Tire pressure monitor 226

KHigh-voltage bat-

tery reserve 208

L å ESP® OFF 221

M ! ABS 218

N $ Brakes 218

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Multifunction steering wheel

Function Page

: Multifunction display 176

; Audio/COMAND display(see the separate operatinginstructions)

= ?

Switches on the Voice Con-trol System (see the sepa-rate operating instructions)

? ~

Rejects or ends a call 181Exits phone book/redialmemory6

Makes or accepts a callSwitches to the redialmem-oryWX

Adjusts the volume8

Mute

Function Page

A =;

Selects a menu 1749:

Selects a submenu orscrolls through lists 174a

Confirms your selection 174Hides display messages 190

B %

Back 174Switches off the Voice Con-trol System (see the sepa-rate operating instructions)

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Center console

Center console, upper section

Function Page

: Audio system/COMAND; see the separate operatinginstructions

; c Seat heating 91

= c PARKTRONIC 155

?RANGE PLUS 136

A £ Hazard warning lamps 100

B 4 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp 49

C Û Drive program 134

D & Immediate pre-entry climate control 122

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Center console, lower section

Function Page

: Ashtray 236Cigarette lighter 236Socket 237Stowage compartment 228

; Stowage compartment 228

= Cup holder 234

? Stowage compartment 228

A Audio/COMAND controller; see the separate operatinginstructions

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Overhead control panel

Function Page

: u Switches the rearcompartment interior light-ing on/off 102

; p Switches the right-hand reading lamp on/off 101

= | Switches the frontinterior lighting/automaticinterior lighting control off 102

? ï MB Info call button(mbrace system) 240

A Rear-view mirror 93

Function Page

B Buttons for the garage dooropener 248

C G SOS button (mbracesystem) 238

D F Roadside Assistancecall button (mbrace sys-tem) 240

E c Switches the frontinterior lighting on 102

F p Switches the left-hand reading lamp on/off 101

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Door control panel

Function Page

: Opens the door 77

; %& Unlocks/locksthe vehicle 78

= r45= Savesthe seat and exterior mirrorsettings 95

? Adjusts the seats electri-cally 89

Function Page

A 7Z\Adjusts theexterior mirrors electrically 93

B W Opens and closes theside windows 81

C n Activates/deacti-vates the override featurefor the rear power side win-dows 62

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Useful information .............................. 40Panic alarm .......................................... 40Occupant safety .................................. 40Children in the vehicle ........................ 56Pets in the vehicle .............................. 62Driving safety systems ....................... 62Theft deterrent locking system ......... 69

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Safety

Useful information

i This Operator's Manual describes allmodels and all standard and optional equip-ment of your vehicle available at the time ofpublication of the Operator's Manual.Country-specific differences are possible.Bear in mind that your vehicle may not fea-ture all functions described here. This alsoapplies to safety-relevant systems andfunctions.

i Read the information on qualified special-ist workshops: (Y page 24).

Panic alarm

X To activate: press! button: for atleast one second.An alarm sounds and the exterior lightingflashes.

X To deactivate: press! button:again.

orX Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.

Occupant safety

Restraint system: introductionThe restraint system reduces the risk of vehi-cle occupants coming into contact with partsof the vehicle's interior in the event of anaccident. The restraint system can also

reduce the forces to which vehicle occupantsare subjected during an accident.The restraint system comprises:RSeat belt systemRAir bagsRChild restraint systemRChild seat securing systemsThe components of the restraint systemworkin conjunction with each other. They can onlydeploy their protective function if, at all times,all vehicle occupants:Rhave fastened their seat belts correctly(Y page 43)Rhave adjusted their seat and head restraintproperly (Y page 87).

As the driver, you also have to make sure thatthe steering wheel is adjusted correctly.Observe the information relating to the cor-rect driver's seat position (Y page 86).You also have tomake sure that an air bag caninflate properly if deployed (Y page 46).An air bag supplements a correctly worn seatbelt. As an additional safety device, the airbag increases the level of protection for vehi-cle occupants in the event of an accident. Forexample, if, in the event of an accident, theprotection offered by the seat belt is suffi-cient, the air bags are not deployed. When anaccident occurs, only the air bags thatincrease protection in that particular accidentsituation are deployed. However, seat beltsand air bags generally do not protect againstobjects penetrating the vehicle from the out-side.Information on restraint system operationcan be found under "Triggering of the Emer-gency Tensioning Device and air bags"(Y page 54).For more information about children travelingwith you in the vehicle and on child restraintsystems, see "Children in the vehicle"(Y page 56).

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Important safety notes

G WARNINGModifications to the restraint system m