Mercedes Benz 2001 C Class Owners Manual
2015-09-07
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- Jacket - <GRAPHIK>
- Intro - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - C240 C320
- Para - Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.
- Para - Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Furthe...
- Para - Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensu...
- ItemizedList - • Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside. Then return it to you...
- Item - • Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside. Then return it to your vehicl...
- Item - • Please abide by the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to acqua...
- Item - • Please abide by the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to...
- Para - We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.
- Para - Daimler
- ToC - Introduction
- Title - Introduction
- ToCEntry - Product information 1
- ToCEntry - Operator’s manual 2
- ToCEntry - Where to find it 7
- ToCEntry - Reporting Safety Defects 9
- Title - Instruments and controls
- ToCEntry - Instruments and controls 12
- ToCEntry - Door control panel 14
- Title - Operation
- ToCEntry - Vehicle keys 22
- ToCEntry - Start lock-out 24
- ToCEntry - General notes on the central locking system 24
- ToCEntry - Central locking system 25
- ToCEntry - Radio frequency and infrared remote control 25
- ToCSubEntry - Radio frequency and infrared remote control 25
- ToCSubEntry - Locking and unlocking 27
- ToCSubEntry - Choosing global or selective mode on remote control 27
- ToCSubEntry - Opening the trunk 28
- ToCSubEntry - Opening and closing windows and sliding / pop-up roof from outside 29
- ToCSubEntry - Panic button 30
- ToCSubEntry - Mechanical keys 30
- ToCEntry - Doors 31
- ToCEntry - Central locking switch 33
- ToCEntry - Automatic central locking 34
- ToCEntry - Emergency unlocking in case of accident 34
- ToCEntry - Trunk 35
- ToCEntry - Trunk lid release switch 37
- ToCEntry - Antitheft alarm system 38
- ToCEntry - Tow-away alarm 39
- ToCEntry - Easy-entry/exit feature 41
- ToCEntry - Front seat adjustment 42
- ToCEntry - Removal and installation of front seat head restraints 47
- ToCEntry - Multicontour seat 49
- ToCEntry - Heated seats 50
- ToCEntry - Rear seat head restraints 52
- ToCEntry - Seat belts and integrated restraint system 55
- ToCEntry - Seat belts 55
- ToCEntry - Seat belt nonusage warning system 56
- ToCEntry - BabySmart
- ToCEntry - Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) 63
- ToCEntry - Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) 64
- ToCEntry - Airbags 65
- ToCEntry - Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag 72
- ToCEntry - Infant and child restraint systems 73
- ToCEntry - Steering wheel adjustment (manual) 77
- ToCEntry - Steering wheel adjustment (electrical) 79
- ToCEntry - Rear view mirrors 80
- ToCEntry - Instrument cluster 88
- ToCEntry - Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display 92
- ToCEntry - Trip and main odometer, FSS, coolant temperature, vehicle speed, engine oil level indi...
- ToCEntry - Audio systems 98
- ToCEntry - Radio 98
- ToCEntry - Telephone 101
- ToCEntry - Navigation system 106
- ToCEntry - Trip computer 107
- ToCEntry - Malfunction/warning message memory 109
- ToCEntry - Individual settings 111
- ToCEntry - Setting the audio volume 123
- ToCEntry - Coolant temperature gauge 124
- ToCEntry - Flexible service system (FSS) 125
- ToCEntry - Engine oil level indicator 128
- ToCEntry - Engine oil consumption 129
- ToCEntry - Exterior lamp switch 130
- ToCEntry - Headlamp mode 131
- ToCEntry - Night security illumination 132
- ToCEntry - Locator lighting 133
- ToCEntry - Headlamp cleaning system 133
- ToCEntry - Combination switch 134
- ToCEntry - Hazard warning flasher switch 137
- ToCEntry - Climate control 138
- ToCEntry - Automatic climate control 146
- ToCEntry - Front center console storage compartment ventilation 158
- ToCEntry - Rear passenger compartment adjustable air outlets 159
- ToCEntry - Operation Audio and telephone 160
- ToCEntry - Operating safety 160
- ToCEntry - Operating and display elements 161
- ToCEntry - Button and soft key operation 163
- ToCEntry - Operation 163
- ToCEntry - Power windows 184
- ToCEntry - Sliding/pop-up roof 187
- ToCEntry - Interior lighting 189
- ToCEntry - Rear window sunshade 191
- ToCEntry - Sun visors 192
- ToCEntry - Vanity mirrors 192
- ToCEntry - Interior 193
- ToCEntry - Storage compartments and armrests 193
- ToCEntry - Glove box 194
- ToCEntry - Cup holder 197
- ToCEntry - Ashtrays 199
- ToCEntry - Lighter 201
- ToCEntry - Parcel net in front passenger footwell 202
- ToCEntry - Ski sack 202
- ToCEntry - Enlarged cargo area 207
- ToCEntry - Split folding rear seat bench 207
- ToCEntry - Loading instructions (vehicle with enlarged cargo area) 209
- ToCEntry - Cellular telephone 210
- ToCEntry - Telephone, general 211
- ToCEntry - Garage door opener 212
- Title - Driving
- ToCEntry - Control and operation of radio transmitters 218
- ToCEntry - The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) 219
- ToCEntry - Maintenance 219
- ToCEntry - Tele Aid 220
- ToCEntry - Catalytic converter 228
- ToCEntry - Emission control 229
- ToCEntry - Starter switch 230
- ToCEntry - Starting and turning off the engine 232
- ToCEntry - Manual transmission 233
- ToCEntry - Automatic transmission 234
- ToCEntry - Parking brake 243
- ToCEntry - Driving instructions 244
- ToCEntry - Drive sensibly – Save Fuel 244
- ToCSubEntry - Drive sensibly – Save Fuel 244
- ToCSubEntry - Drinking and driving 244
- ToCSubEntry - Pedals 244
- ToCSubEntry - Power assistance 245
- ToCSubEntry - Brakes 245
- ToCSubEntry - Driving off 246
- ToCSubEntry - Parking 246
- ToCSubEntry - Tires 247
- ToCSubEntry - Snow chains 250
- ToCSubEntry - Winter driving instructions 250
- ToCSubEntry - Deep water 252
- ToCSubEntry - Passenger compartment 253
- ToCSubEntry - Traveling abroad 253
- ToCEntry - Cruise control 254
- ToCEntry - Brake assist system (BAS) 257
- ToCEntry - Antilock brake system (ABS) 258
- ToCEntry - Electronic stability program (ESP) 260
- ToCEntry - What you should know at the gas station 264
- ToCEntry - Check regularly and before a long trip 266
- Title - Instrument cluster display
- ToCEntry - Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 268
- ToCEntry - On-board diagnostic system 268
- ToCEntry - Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 268
- ToCSubEntry - Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 268
- ToCSubEntry - Brake warning lamp 270
- ToCSubEntry - Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp 271
- ToCSubEntry - Fuel reserve warning 271
- ToCSubEntry - ABS malfunction indicator lamp 272
- ToCSubEntry - Electronic stability program (ESP) — warning lamp 273
- ToCEntry - Seat belt nonusage warning lamp 273
- ToCEntry - Malfunction and indicator lamp in the center console 273
- ToCEntry - AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 273
- ToCEntry - Malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display 274
- ToCEntry - DISPLAY DEFECTIVE 275
- ToCSubEntry - DISPLAY DEFECTIVE 275
- ToCSubEntry - BATTERY / ALTERNATOR 276
- ToCSubEntry - ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM 277
- ToCSubEntry - BRAKE ASSIST 277
- ToCSubEntry - BRAKE LINING WEAR 278
- ToCSubEntry - BRAKE FLUID 278
- ToCSubEntry - PARKING BRAKE 279
- ToCSubEntry - SEAT BELT SYSTEM 279
- ToCSubEntry - ELEC. STABIL. PROG. (Electronic stability program) 280
- ToCSubEntry - COOLANT (coolant level) 281
- ToCSubEntry - COOLANT (coolant temperature) 282
- ToCSubEntry - ENGINE OIL LEVEL 283
- ToCSubEntry - LIGHTING SYSTEM 284
- ToCSubEntry - LIGHT SENSOR 286
- ToCSubEntry - DOOR 286
- ToCSubEntry - TRUNK OPEN 287
- ToCSubEntry - HOOD 287
- ToCSubEntry - TELEPHONE – FUNCTION 288
- ToCSubEntry - TELE AID 288
- ToCSubEntry - WASHER FLUID 289
- ToCSubEntry - RESTRAINT SYSTEM 290
- ToCSubEntry - KEY 290
- ToCSubEntry - FUEL RESERVE 291
- ToCSubEntry - UNDERVOLTAGE 291
- ToCSubEntry - STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. 292
- ToCSubEntry - ENTRANCE POSITION 292
- Title - Practical hints
- ToCEntry - First aid kit 294
- ToCEntry - Stowing things in the vehicle 294
- ToCEntry - Fuses 295
- ToCEntry - Hood 297
- ToCEntry - Checking engine oil level 300
- ToCEntry - Automatic transmission fluid level 301
- ToCEntry - Coolant level 301
- ToCEntry - Adding coolant 302
- ToCEntry - Windshield and headlamp washer system 302
- ToCEntry - Spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment 304
- ToCEntry - Vehicle jack 305
- ToCEntry - Wheels 306
- ToCEntry - Tire replacement 306
- ToCEntry - Spare wheel 308
- ToCEntry - Changing wheels 309
- ToCEntry - Tire inflation pressure 315
- ToCEntry - Battery 316
- ToCEntry - Jump starting 318
- ToCEntry - Towing the vehicle 321
- ToCEntry - Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking 325
- ToCEntry - Exterior lamps 326
- ToCEntry - Replacing bulbs 326
- ToCEntry - Trunk lamp 331
- ToCEntry - Changing batteries in the electronic main key 332
- ToCEntry - Synchronizing remote control 334
- ToCEntry - Emergency engine shut-down 334
- ToCEntry - Fuel filler flap, manual release 335
- ToCEntry - Replacing wiper blade insert 337
- ToCEntry - Roof rack 338
- Title - Vehicle care
- ToCEntry - Cleaning and care of the vehicle 340
- ToCEntry - Power washer 341
- ToCSubEntry - Power washer 341
- ToCSubEntry - Tar stains 341
- ToCSubEntry - Paintwork, painted body components 341
- ToCSubEntry - Engine cleaning 342
- ToCSubEntry - Vehicle washing 342
- ToCSubEntry - Ornamental moldings 343
- ToCSubEntry - Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses 343
- ToCSubEntry - Window cleaning 343
- ToCSubEntry - Wiper blade 343
- ToCSubEntry - Light alloy wheels 344
- ToCSubEntry - Instrument cluster 344
- ToCSubEntry - Steering wheel and gear selector lever 344
- ToCSubEntry - Cup holder 344
- ToCSubEntry - Seat belts 345
- ToCSubEntry - Headliner and shelf below rear window 345
- ToCSubEntry - Leather upholstery 345
- ToCSubEntry - Hard plastic trim items 345
- ToCSubEntry - Plastic and rubber parts 345
- Title - Technical data
- ToCEntry - Spare parts service 348
- ToCEntry - Warranty coverage 348
- ToCEntry - Identification labels 349
- ToCEntry - Layout of poly-V-belt drive 350
- ToCEntry - Technical data 351
- ToCEntry - Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities 355
- ToCEntry - Engine oils 357
- ToCEntry - Engine oil additives 357
- ToCEntry - Air conditioner refrigerant 357
- ToCEntry - Brake fluid 357
- ToCEntry - Premium unleaded gasoline 358
- ToCEntry - Fuel requirements 358
- ToCEntry - Gasoline additives 359
- ToCEntry - Coolants 359
- ToCEntry - Consumer information 361
- ToCEntry - Uniform tire quality grading 361
- Title - Index
- ToCEntry - Index 364
- Intro - Introduction
- Section - Introduction
- Title - Introduction
- Para - Kindly observe the following in your own best interest:
- Para - We recommend using Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessorie...
- Para - We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and their special suitab...
- Para - We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held respon...
- Para - Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us ar...
- Section - Operator’s manual
- Title - Operator’s manual
- Para - This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it...
- Para - For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the inst...
- Para - Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, yo...
- Subtitle - Service and warranty information
- Para - The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warra...
- ItemizedList - • New Car Limited Warranty,
- Subtitle - Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles
- Para - Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of t...
- Subtitle - Maintenance
- Para - The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed...
- Para - Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your authorized Merc...
- Subtitle - Roadside assistance
- Para - The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in t...
- ItemizedList - 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
- Para - will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Representatives 24hours a day, 365da...
- Para - For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure...
- Subtitle - Change of address or ownership
- Para - If you change your address, be sure to send in the
- Para - If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it availab...
- Para - If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the
- Subtitle - Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
- Para - If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:
- ItemizedList - • Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available,
- Para - Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Deliv...
- Table - <TABELLE>
- Para - We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we rese...
- Para - Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wher...
- Para - If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manu...
- Para - The Operator’s Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept with ...
- Section - Where to find it
- Title - Where to find it
- Para - The Operator’s Manual is divided into eight sections:
- ItemizedList - • Instruments and controls:
- Para - Other documents may also be supplied, depending on your vehicle’s equipment.
- Para - Explanation of color used:
- Table - <TABELLE>
- SpecSection - Problems with your vehicle
- SpecSection - Reporting Safety Defects
- Section - Introduction
- ToC - Contents - Instruments and controls
- Part - Instruments and controls
- Section - Instruments and controls
- Title - Instruments and controls
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Door control panel, see page
- Subsection - Door control panel
- Title - Door control panel
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Door handle, pull to open, see page
- Item - 1 Door handle, pull to open, see page
- Item - 2 Memory function (for storing seat, steering wheel and exterior rear view mirror settings...
- Item - 3 Front seat adjustment, see page
- Item - 4 Steering wheel adjustment, see page
- Item - 5 Power windows, see page
- Item - 6 Switch for rear door window override, see page
- Item - 7 Trunk lid release switch, see page
- Subsection - Overhead control panel
- Subsection - Dashboard
- Title - Dashboard
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Hood lock release, see page
- Item - 1 Hood lock release, see page
- Item - 2 Parking brake pedal, see page
- Item - 3 Steering wheel adjustment (manual), see page
- Item - 4 Parking brake release, see page
- Item - 5 Exterior lamp switch, see page
- Item - 6 Combination switch, see page
- Item - 7 Exterior mirror adjustment, see page
- Item - 8 Headlamp washer button, see page
- Item - 9 Cruise control switch, see page
- Item - 10 Multifunction steering wheel, see page
- Item - 11 Instrument cluster, see page
- Item - 12 Voice recognition system switch, see separate operating instructions
- Item - 13 Starter switch, see page
- Item - 14 Glove box lid release, see page
- Item - 15 Glove box lock, see page
- Subsection - Center console
- Title - Center console
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Left front seat heater switch, see page
- Item - 1 Left front seat heater switch, see page
- Item - 2 Rear window sunshade (optional), see page
- Item - 3 ESP (electronic stability program) control switch, see page
- Item - 4 Hazard warning flasher switch, see page
- Item - 5 Central locking switch, see page
- Item - 6 Rear seat head restraints, see page
- Item - 7 Antitheft alarm system, see page
- Item - 8 Right front seat heater switch, see page
- Item - 9 AIRBAG OFF
- Item - 10 COMAND system (optional), see separate operatinginstructions, or audio system, see page
- Item - 11 Climate control (C240), see page
- Item - 12 Ashtray, see page
- Item - 13 Automatic transmission, see page
- Item - 14 Storage compartment, see page
- Item - 15 Armrest, see page
- Section - Instruments and controls
- ToC - Contents - Operation
- Title - Contents - Operation
- ToCEntry - Vehicle keys 22
- ToCEntry - Start lock-out 24
- ToCEntry - General notes on the central locking system 24
- ToCEntry - Central locking system 25
- ToCEntry - Radio frequency and infrared remote control 25
- ToCSubEntry - Radio frequency and infrared remote control 25
- ToCSubEntry - Locking and unlocking 27
- ToCSubEntry - Choosing global or selective mode on remote control 27
- ToCSubEntry - Opening the trunk 28
- ToCSubEntry - Opening and closing windows and sliding / pop-up roof from outside 29
- ToCSubEntry - Panic button 30
- ToCSubEntry - Mechanical keys 30
- ToCEntry - Doors 31
- ToCEntry - Central locking switch 33
- ToCEntry - Automatic central locking 34
- ToCEntry - Emergency unlocking in case of accident 34
- ToCEntry - Trunk 35
- ToCEntry - Trunk lid release switch 37
- ToCEntry - Antitheft alarm system 38
- ToCEntry - Tow-away alarm 39
- ToCEntry - Easy-entry/exit feature 41
- ToCEntry - Front seat adjustment 42
- ToCEntry - Removal and installation of front seat head restraints 47
- ToCEntry - Multicontour seat 49
- ToCEntry - Heated seats 50
- ToCEntry - Rear seat head restraints 52
- ToCEntry - Seat belts and integrated restraint system 55
- ToCEntry - Seat belts 55
- ToCEntry - Seat belt nonusage warning system 56
- ToCEntry - BabySmart
- ToCEntry - Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) 63
- ToCEntry - Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) 64
- ToCEntry - Airbags 65
- ToCEntry - Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag 72
- ToCEntry - Infant and child restraint systems 73
- ToCEntry - Steering wheel adjustment (manual) 77
- ToCEntry - Steering wheel adjustment (electrical) 79
- ToCEntry - Rear view mirrors 80
- ToCEntry - Instrument cluster 88
- ToCEntry - Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display 92
- ToCEntry - Trip and main odometer, FSS, coolant temperature, vehicle speed, engine oil level indi...
- ToCEntry - Audio systems 98
- ToCEntry - Radio 98
- ToCEntry - Telephone 101
- ToCEntry - Navigation system 106
- ToCEntry - Trip computer 107
- ToCEntry - Malfunction/warning message memory 109
- ToCEntry - Individual settings 111
- ToCEntry - Setting the audio volume 123
- ToCEntry - Coolant temperature gauge 124
- ToCEntry - Flexible service system (FSS) 125
- ToCEntry - Engine oil level indicator 128
- ToCEntry - Engine oil consumption 129
- ToCEntry - Exterior lamp switch 130
- ToCEntry - Headlamp mode 131
- ToCEntry - Night security illumination 132
- ToCEntry - Locator lighting 133
- ToCEntry - Headlamp cleaning system 133
- ToCEntry - Combination switch 134
- ToCEntry - Hazard warning flasher switch 137
- ToCEntry - Climate control 138
- ToCEntry - Automatic climate control 146
- ToCEntry - Front center console storage compartment ventilation 158
- ToCEntry - Rear passenger compartment adjustable air outlets 159
- ToCEntry - Operation Audio and telephone 160
- ToCEntry - Operating safety 160
- ToCEntry - Operating and display elements 161
- ToCEntry - Button and soft key operation 163
- ToCEntry - Operation 163
- ToCEntry - Power windows 184
- ToCEntry - Sliding/pop-up roof 187
- ToCEntry - Interior lighting 189
- ToCEntry - Rear window sunshade 191
- ToCEntry - Sun visors 192
- ToCEntry - Vanity mirrors 192
- ToCEntry - Interior 193
- ToCEntry - Storage compartments and armrests 193
- ToCEntry - Glove box 194
- ToCEntry - Cup holder 197
- ToCEntry - Ashtrays 199
- ToCEntry - Lighter 201
- ToCEntry - Parcel net in front passenger footwell 202
- ToCEntry - Ski sack 202
- ToCEntry - Enlarged cargo area 207
- ToCEntry - Split folding rear seat bench 207
- ToCEntry - Loading instructions (vehicle with enlarged cargo area) 209
- ToCEntry - Cellular telephone 210
- ToCEntry - Telephone, general 211
- ToCEntry - Garage door opener 212
- Part - Operation
- Section - Operation
- Title - Operation
- Para - Included with your vehicle are 2electronic main keys with integrated radio frequency and ...
- Para - The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two electronic main keys are a diff...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - Electronic main key
- Title - Electronic main key
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The electronic main key has an integrated radio frequency and infrared remote control, plu...
- Para - The remote control(1) operates all locks on the vehicle.
- Para - The mechanical key(2) works only in the driver’s door, trunk, and storage compartment locks.
- Para - When using the mechanical key(2) for lock operations, it can be removed by sliding it out...
- Para - The remote control transmitter is located in the electronic main key.
- Para - The infrared receivers are located in the front door handles.
- Note - Note:
- Subtitle - Central locking system:Obtaining replacement keys
- Para - Your vehicle is equipped with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key man...
- Section - Start lock-out
- Section - General notes on the central locking system
- Title - General notes on the central locking system
- ItemizedList - • If the electronic key is inserted in the starter switch, the vehicle cannot be l...
- Para - If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked:
- ItemizedList - • Aim transmitter eye at a receiver of either front door handle. Check the batteri...
- Important - Important!
- Section - Central locking system
- Title - Central locking system
- Subsection - Radio frequency and infrared remote control
- Title - Radio frequency and infrared remote control
- Para - The electronic main key has an integrated radio frequency and infrared remote control.
- Para - Due to the extended operational range of the remote control, it could be possible to unint...
- Para - The vehicle doors, trunk and fuel filler flap can be centrally locked and unlocked via rem...
- Para - Opening and closing the windows and sliding/pop-up roof can only be done with the infrared...
- Para - With vehicle centrally locked, the trunk can also be opened by using the remote control.
- Para - If the electronic key is inserted in starter switch, the vehicle cannot be locked or unloc...
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- Subsection - Locking and unlocking
- Title - Locking and unlocking
- Subtitle - Unlocking:
- Para - Press transmit button
- Para - The remote control can be programmed for two kinds of unlocking modes (see below):
- Para - Selective unlocking mode – Press transmit button
- Para - Global unlocking mode – Press transmit button
- Note - Notes:
- BlockTitle - Notes:
- Para - If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page
- Para - The presently active unlocking mode (selective or global) can only be determined by unlock...
- Para - If within 40 seconds of unlocking with the remote control, neither door or trunk is opened...
- Subtitle - Locking:
- Para - Press transmit button
- Note - Note:
- Subsection - Choosing global or selective mode on remote control
- Subsection - Opening the trunk
- Subsection - Central locking system:Summer opening/convenience feature
- Title - Central locking system:Summer opening/convenience feature
- Para - Aim transmitter eye of remote control at the door receiver.
- Subtitle - Summer opening:
- Para - The sliding/pop-up roof and all side windows can be opened automatically.
- Para - Continue to press transmit button
- Para - The windows and sliding/pop-up roof begin to open after approximately 1second.
- Para - To interrupt opening procedure, release transmit button.
- Subtitle - Convenience feature:
- Para - The sliding/pop-up roof and the side windows can be closed.
- Para - Continue to press transmit button
- Para - The windows and sliding/pop-up roof begin to close after approximately 1second.
- Para - To interrupt closing procedure, release transmit button.
- Para - Ensure that all side windows and the sliding/pop-up roof are properly closed before leav...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Note - Note:
- Subsection - Panic button
- Title - Panic button
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - To activate press and hold button(1) for at least one second. An audible alarm and blinki...
- Para - To deactivate press button(1) again, or insert electronic key in starter switch.
- Note - Note:
- BlockTitle - Note:
- Para - For operation in the USA only: This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules. Operati...
- Para - (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- Para - (2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cau...
- Para - Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate th...
- Subsection - Central locking system:Mechanical keys
- Section - P80.30-????-26
- Title - P80.30-????-26
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Opening – pull handle
- Important - Important!
- Subsection - P80.30-2098-26 (4c)
- Title - P80.30-2098-26 (4c)
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 4 Individual door from inside: Push lock button down to lock.
- Para - When you lock the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the door lock button should move ...
- Para - Each individual door must be locked with the respective door lock button – the driver’s do...
- Para - If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside, opening a door from the inside...
- ItemizedList - • selective unlocking mode, only that individual door is unlocked. The remaining d...
- Note - Notes:
- BlockTitle - Notes:
- Para - In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the doors can be locked and unlocke...
- Para - To lock, push down lock buttons or turn mechanical key in driver’s door lock to position3...
- Para - To unlock, pull inside door handles or turn mechanical key in driver’s door lock to positi...
- Para - Rear doors can only be opened from inside by first pulling up the door lock button.
- Para - When unlocking the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash an...
- Para - To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button
- Section - P82.50-0757-26 (2c)
- Title - P82.50-0757-26 (2c)
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Locking
- Para - The central locking switch is located in the center console.
- Para - The doors and trunk can only be locked with the central locking switch, if both front door...
- Para - If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch, while in the selecti...
- Para - If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch, while in the global ...
- Note - Notes:
- BlockTitle - Notes:
- Para - If the vehicle was previously locked with the remote control, the doors and trunk cannot b...
- Para - The fuel filler flap cannot be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch.
- Para - If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside, opening a door from the inside...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - Central locking system:Automatic central locking
- Title - Central locking system:Automatic central locking
- Para - With the automatic central locking system activated, the doors and trunk are locked at veh...
- Para - The automatic central locking function can be switched on or off. See page
- Note - Notes:
- Important - Important!
- BlockTitle - Important!
- Para - When towing the vehicle, or with the vehicle on a dynamometer test stand, please, note the...
- Para - With the automatic central locking activated and the electronic key in starter switch posi...
- Para - To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking, deactivate the automatic central locking. ...
- Section - Emergency unlocking in case of accident
- Section - Trunk
- Title - Trunk
- Para - The lock is located next to the recessed handle.
- Para - When the trunk is separately locked, it remains locked when centrally unlocking the vehicle.
- Para - To deny any unauthorized person access to the trunk, lock it separately with the mechanica...
- Note - Notes:
- BlockTitle - Notes:
- Para - In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the trunk can be unlocked individua...
- Para - To unlock and open the trunk lid, turn mechanical key to position2, hold and push to open.
- Para - The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system.
- Para - When unlocking the trunk with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the al...
- Para - To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button
- Para - If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, see page
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- Important - Important!
- Para - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The trunk lid will swing open automatically. You should always make sure there is sufficie...
- Para - A minimum height clearance of 5.75ft. (1.75m) is required to open the trunk lid.
- Para - <GRAPHIK>
- Section - Trunk:Release switch
- Title - Trunk:Release switch
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The switch is located on the driver’s door.
- Para - The trunk lid will swing open automatically. You should always make sure there is sufficie...
- Para - A minimum height clearance of 5.75ft. (1.75m) is required to open the trunk lid.
- Para - To open the trunk, the vehicle must be at standstill. Press switch until trunk lid is open.
- Para - The indicator lamp in the switch remains on with trunk lid open.
- Note - Notes:
- Section - Antitheft alarm system
- Title - Antitheft alarm system
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Indicator lamp in switch located in center console
- Para - The antitheft alarm is automatically armed or disarmed with the remote control by locking ...
- Para - The antitheft alarm is armed within approximately 10seconds after locking the vehicle.
- Para - A blinking lamp(1) indicates that the alarm is armed.
- Subtitle - Operation:
- Para - Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm w...
- ItemizedList - • opens a door,
- Para - The alarm will last approximately 3minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps. At the sam...
- Note - Notes:
- Section - Tow-away alarm
- Title - Tow-away alarm
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The switch is located in the center console.
- OrderedList - 1 Press to switch off tow-away alarm
- Para - Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm w...
- Para - The alarm will last approximately 3minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps. At the sam...
- Para - If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initiated automatical...
- Para - To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, switch off the tow-away alarm before tow...
- Para - To do so, turn electronic key in starter switch to position1 or0, or remove electronic k...
- Para - Exit vehicle, and lock vehicle with the electronic main key.
- Para - The tow-away alarm remains switched off until the vehicle is locked again with the electro...
- Section - Easy-entry/exit feature
- Title - Easy-entry/exit feature
- Para - With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel tilts upwards and the drive...
- Para - This allows easier entry into and exit from the vehicle when the driver’s door is opened. ...
- Para - See page
- Para - When the electronic key is inserted in the starter switch and the driver’s door is closed,...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - Front seat adjustment
- Title - Front seat adjustment
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - To operate the front power seat adjustment switches, turn the electronic key in starter sw...
- Subtitle - Power seat
- Para - P54.00-1521-26
- Para - We recommend to adjust the power seat in the following order:
- OrderedList - 1 Seat, up/down
- Para - <GRAPHIK>
- Subtitle - Storing seat positions
- Para - The head restraint, steering wheel and exterior rear view mirror position are stored toget...
- Para - See page
- Subsection - Manual seat
- Title - Manual seat
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - (Standard equipment on Model C240)
- Para - We recommend to adjust the seat in the following order:
- OrderedList - 1 Fore/aft adjustment
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - Raising:
- Para - Pull up on head restraint.
- Para - Lowering:
- Para - Push button(5) and push down on head restraint.
- Para - Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level. The head...
- Subtitle - P91.10-2116-26
- Para - Push or pull the head restraint in direction of arrow.
- Section - Removal and installation of front seat head restraints
- Title - Removal and installation of front seat head restraints
- Subsection - Power seat
- Title - Power seat
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Caution - Caution!
- Note - Note:
- BlockTitle - Note:
- Para - Tilt the backrest rearward for easier removal and installation of the head restraints.
- Para - To remove: Press switch(1) upwards and hold until the head restraint is fully extended. P...
- Para - To install: Press switch(1) upwards and hold for about 5seconds.
- Para - Press the head restraint down until it engages.
- Para - Adjust head restraint to the desired position.
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - Manual seat
- Title - Manual seat
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - To remove: Pull head restraint to its highest position. Push button(1) and pull out head ...
- Para - To install: Insert head restraint and push it down to the stop. Push button(1) and adjust...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - Multicontour seat
- Title - Multicontour seat
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - We recommend to adjust the multicontour seat in the following order:
- OrderedList - 1 Seat cushion depth
- Para - Some models may be equipped with driver’s multicontour seat. These seats have movable seat...
- Para - The seat cushion movement and amount of backrest cushion height and curvature can be conti...
- ItemizedList - • press to the left– increase side support,
- Para - If the engine is turned off, the last cushion setting is retained in memory, and automatic...
- Section - Heated seats
- Title - Heated seats
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The front seat heaters can be switched on with the electronic key in starter switch positi...
- Para - The switch is located in the center console.
- Para - Press switch to turn on seat heater:
- OrderedList - 1 Normal seat heating mode. One indicator lamp in the switch lights up.
- Para - Turning off seat heater:
- Para - If one indicator lamp is on, press upper half of switch.
- Para - If both indicator lamps are on, press lower half of switch.
- Para - If left on, the seat heater automatically turns off after approximately 30minutes of oper...
- Para - Note:
- Para - When in operation, the seat heater consumes a large amount of electrical power. It is not ...
- Para - The seat heaters may automatically switch off if too many power consumers are switched on ...
- Para - If the blinking of the indicator lamps is distracting to you, the seat heaters can be swit...
- Section - Head restraints:Rear seat
- Title - Head restraints:Rear seat
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - Folding head restraints back with switch in the center console:
- Para - Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position1 or2.
- Para - Folding head restraints back: Press the symbol-side on the rocker switch to release the he...
- Subsection -
- Subsection - Place head restraints upright
- Subsection - Head restraint height
- Section - Restraint systems
- Section - Seat belts
- Title - Seat belts
- Important - Important!
- BlockTitle - Important!
- Para - Laws in most states and all Canadian provinces require seat belt use.
- Para - All states and provinces require use of child restraints that comply with U.S. Federal Mot...
- Para - All child restraints systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or t...
- Para - For your safety and that of your passengers we strongly recommend their use.
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - Seat belt nonusage warning system
- Title - Seat belt nonusage warning system
- Para - With the electronic key in starter switch position2, a warning sounds for a short time if...
- Para - Automatic comfort-fit seat belt:
- Para - An automatic comfort-fit feature for driver and front passenger seat belt is activated whe...
- Para - The retraction force of the inertia reel is reduced, increasing the level of seat belt com...
- Note - Note:
- Para -
- Para -
- Para -
- Para -
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para -
- Para -
- Para -
- Para -
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - Seat belts:Fastening
- Title - Seat belts:Fastening
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Latch plate
- Para - Push latch plate (1) into buckle (2) until it clicks. Do not twist the belt. A twisted sea...
- Para - The lap belt should be positioned as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen.
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - Tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up.
- Para - The shoulder portion of the seat belt must be pulled snug and checked for snugness immedia...
- Para - Adjust seat belt so that shoulder portion is located as close as possible to the middle of...
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - To raise, slide belt outlet upward.
- Para - To lower, press button(4) and slide belt outlet downward.
- Para - Seat belts:Operation
- Para - The inertia reel stops the belt from unwinding during sudden stops or when quickly pulling...
- Para - The locking function of the reel may be checked by quickly pulling out the belt.
- Para - Adjust seat belt so that shoulder portion is located as close as possible to the middle of...
- Caution - Caution!
- Subsection - Seat belts:Unfastening
- Title - Seat belts:Unfastening
- Para - Press release button(3) in the belt buckle(2).
- Para - Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by guiding the latch plate(1).
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- TBody - <TABELLENHAUPTTEXT>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- TBody - <TABELLENHAUPTTEXT>
- Para -
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system
- Section - Self-test BabySmart
- Title - Self-test BabySmart
- Para - After turning electronic key in starter switch to position1 or2, the
- Para - If the indicator lamp should not come on or is continuously lit, the system is not functio...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para -
- Para -
- Para -
- Footnote - BabySmart
- Section - Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
- Title - Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
- Para - Airbags are intended as a supplement to seat belts. Airbags alone cannot protect as well a...
- Para - The SRS uses two crash severity levels (thresholds) to activate either the emergency tensi...
- Para - Seat belt fastened
- ItemizedList - • first threshold exceeded: ETR activates
- Para - Seat belt not fastened
- Para - Front seats:
- ItemizedList - • first threshold exceeded: airbag activates, not ETR
- Para - Rear outer seats:
- ItemizedList - • first threshold exceeded: ETR activates
- Para - Driver and front passenger and rear outer seat systems operate independently of each other.
- Section - Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR)
- Title - Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR)
- Para - The seat belts for the front and rear outer seats are equipped with emergency tensioning r...
- Para - The emergency tensioning retractors are designed to activate only when the seat belts are ...
- Para - They remove slack from the belts in such a way that the seat belts fit more snugly against...
- Para - In cases of other frontal impacts, angled impacts, roll- overs, certain side impacts, or o...
- Section - Airbags
- Title - Airbags
- Subsection - Front airbags
- Title - Front airbags
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Driver airbag
- Para - The most effective occupant restraint system yet developed for use in production vehicles ...
- Para - In conjunction with wearing the seat belts, the driver and front passenger airbags can pro...
- Para - Side impact and head protection window curtain airbags can provide increased protection to...
- Para - The operational readiness of the airbag system is verified by the indicator lamp
- Para - The following system components are monitored or undergo a self-check: crash-sensor(s), ai...
- Para - Initially, when the electronic key is turned from starter switch position0 to position1 ...
- Para - Have the system checked at your authorized MercedesBenz Center immediately
- Para - In the operational mode, after the indicator lamp has gone out following the initial check...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Note - Note:
- Para - The driver and passenger front airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal im...
- Note - Note:
- Subsection - Side impact airbags
- Subsection - Side impact airbags
- Title - Side impact airbags
- Para - The side impact airbags are designed to activate only in certain side impacts exceeding a ...
- Para - The side impact airbag for the front passenger deploys only if the front passenger seat is...
- Para - Side impact airbags operate best in conjunction with a properly positioned and fastened se...
- Note - Note:
- Subsection - Window curtain airbag
- Title - Window curtain airbag
- Para - The head protection window curtain airbags afford greater protection against injuries to t...
- Para - The window curtain airbags are designed to activate only in certain side impacts exceeding...
- Important - Important!
- BlockTitle - Important!
- Para - Airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal (front airbags) impacts, or side ...
- Para - Only during these types of impacts, if of sufficient severity to meet the deployment thres...
- Para - The driver and passenger should always wear their seat belts, otherwise it is not possible...
- Para - In cases of other frontal impacts, angled impacts, roll-overs, other side impacts, rear co...
- Para - We caution you not to rely on the presence of the airbags in order to avoid wearing your s...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - Your vehicle was originally equipped with airbags which are designed to activate in certai...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- TBody - <TABELLENHAUPTTEXT>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- TBody - <TABELLENHAUPTTEXT>
- Subsection - Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag
- Title - Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- TBody - <TABELLENHAUPTTEXT>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- TBody - <TABELLENHAUPTTEXT>
- Para - When you sell your vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner tha...
- Subsection - Infant and child restraint systems
- Title - Infant and child restraint systems
- Para - We recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicl...
- Para - To activate, pull shoulder belt out completely and let it retract. During the seat belt re...
- Para - To deactivate, release seat belt buckle and let seat belt retract completely. The seat bel...
- Note - Note:
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Important - Important!
- BlockTitle - Important!
- Para - The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in all 50states and all Canadian...
- Para - Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint sy...
- Para - When using any infant or child restraint system, be sure to carefully read and follow all ...
- Para - Please read and observe warning labels affixed to the inside of the vehicle and to infant ...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - Infant and child restraint systems:Installation
- Subsection -
- Subsection - Infant and child restraint systems:Child seat mounts
- Title - Infant and child restraint systems:Child seat mounts
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - This vehicle is provided with two mounts (at each of the outer rear seats) for the install...
- Para - To install a child seat, the mounts(1) must be folded forward until they lock in place. T...
- Para - To fold mounts(1) back, press down button (2) on each mount and return mount into its catch.
- Note - Note:
- Section - Steering wheel adjustment
- Section - Steering wheel adjustment
- Title - Steering wheel adjustment
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - To adjust the steering wheel position, turn the electronic key in starter switch to positi...
- Para - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Steering column, lengthen or shorten column
- Note - Note:
- Section - Rear view mirrors
- Title - Rear view mirrors
- Subsection - Inside rear view mirror
- Title - Inside rear view mirror
- Para - Manually adjust the mirror.
- Subtitle - Rear view mirror, automatic antiglare
- Para - Antiglare mode: With the electronic key in starter switch position2, the mirror reflectio...
- Para - With the gear selector lever in position
- Note - Note:
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - P88.70-0279-26
- Title - P88.70-0279-26
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The buttons are located above the exterior lamp switch. The memory button(4) is located o...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subtitle - Exterior mirror adjustment
- Para - Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position1 or2.
- Para - Push button to select mirror to be adjusted: Driver’s side – Push button (1). Passenger si...
- Para - Push the adjustment button (3) up, down, left or right according to the setting desired.
- Note - Notes:
- Subtitle - Storing mirror positions in memory
- Para - The exterior rear view mirror positions are stored in memory with the seat/steering whee...
- Subtitle - Parking position exterior mirror
- Para - The passenger side exterior mirror can be adjusted and programmed to assist the driver dur...
- Para - With the electronic key in starter switch position2, and the exterior rear view mirror sw...
- Note - Note:
- Para - The mirror position can now be adjusted as desired.
- Para - At speeds above approximately 6mph (10km/h), upon shifting gear selector lever from
- Para - To store passenger mirror parking position:
- OrderedList - 1. Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position1 or2.
- Item - 1. Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position1 or2.
- ItemPara - The vehicle must be stationary.
- Item - 2. Select passenger side mirror and adjust the mirror to view the curb.
- Item - 3. Push the memory button
- Item - 4. Within 3seconds push bottom of adjustment button(3). The mirror should not move.
- ItemPara - Repeat the memory procedure if the mirror moves.
- Item - 5. Select driver side mirror. The passenger side mirror will return to its previous position.
- Note - Note:
- Subtitle - Driver’s side exterior mirror, antiglare mode
- Para - Antiglare mode: With the electronic key in starter switch position2, the mirror reflectio...
- Para - With the gear selector lever in position
- Note - Note:
- Para -
- Para -
- Para -
- Para -
- Para -
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Important - Important!
- Section - Memory function
- Title - Memory function
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The memory and stored position buttons are located on the doors.
- OrderedList - 1 Memory button, used to store selected positions which can be retrieved by pressing
- Para - Together with the driver’s seat position you can store the positions for steering wheel an...
- Para - For the front passenger you can store the seat position.
- Para - Three stored positions for the driver’s seat are available for each of the two electronic ...
- Subsection - Storing positions into memory:
- Title - Storing positions into memory:
- Para - With the electronic key in starter switch position1 or2 or with the relevant door open a...
- Para - Adjust the seat to the desired position.
- Para - Driver’s seat: You can also adjust the steering wheel and the exterior mirrors electricall...
- Para - Turn button (2) to selected memory position.
- Para - Push memory button(1), release and push the position button(2) within 3seconds.
- Subsection - Recalling positions from memory:
- Title - Recalling positions from memory:
- Para - To recall a seat/steering wheel and exterior rear view mirror position, turn button (2)...
- Para - The seat/steering wheel and exterior rear view mirror movement stops when the button is...
- Caution - Caution!
- Important - Important!
- BlockTitle - Important!
- Para - Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check and adjust if necessary the seat h...
- Para - In addition, also adjust the steering wheel to ensure adequate control, reach, operation a...
- Para - Fasten seat belts. Infants and small children should be seated in a properly secured restr...
- Para - All seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments as well as fast...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - Instrument cluster
- Title - Instrument cluster
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Knob for instrument cluster illumination, seepage
- Item - 1 Knob for instrument cluster illumination, seepage
- Item - 2 Tachometer
- Item - 3 Antilock brake system (ABS) malfunction indicator lamp, see page
- Item - 4 Brake fluid low or parking brake engaged, seepage
- Item - 5 Speedometer
- Item - 6 Left turn signal indicator lamp, seecombination switch onpage
- Item - 7 Electronic stability program (ESP) warning lamp, system is adjusting to road conditions,...
- Item - 8 Indicator lamp without function. It illuminates with the electronic key in starter switc...
- Item - 9 CHECK ENGINE
- Item - 10 High beam headlamp indicator, seeexterior lamp switch, page
- Item - 11 High beam headlamp indicator, exterior lamp switch, see page
- Item - 12 Multifunction display, see page
- Item - 13 Trip odometer, see page
- Item - 14 Main odometer, see page
- Item - 15 Display for program mode and gear range indicators, page
- Item - 16 Malfunction/warning message memory, seepage
- Item - 17 Outside temperature indicator, see page
- Item - 18 Digital clock To set the time, see individual settings on page
- Item - 19 Right turn signal indicator lamp, seecombination switch on page
- Item - 20 Fasten seat belts, see page
- Item - 21 Supplementalrestraintsystem (SRS) malfunction indicator lamp, see page
- Item - 22 Fuel gauge with reserve and fuel cap placement warning lamp, see page
- Subsection - Activating instrument cluster display
- Subsection - Instrument cluster illumination
- Title - Instrument cluster illumination
- Para - The instrument cluster illumination is dimmed or brightened automatically to suit daylight...
- Para - The instrument cluster illumination will also be adjusted when the vehicle’s exterior lamp...
- Para - Display illumination, changing basic settings for driving at dusk or in darkness:
- Para - Rotate adjusting knob (1) clockwise – instrument lamp intensity increases.
- Para - Rotate adjusting knob (1) counterclockwise – instrument lamp intensity decreases.
- Note - Note:
- Subsection - Outside temperature indicator (17)
- Subsection - Trip odometer (13)
- Subsection - Tachometer (2)
- Section - Multifunction steering wheel
- Title - Multifunction steering wheel
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - Depending on your vehicle’s equipment, you may use the buttons on the multifunction steeri...
- OrderedList - 1 Trip odometer and main odometer, see page
- Item - 1 Trip odometer and main odometer, see page
- ItemPara - Flexible service system (FSS), seepage
- Item - 2 Audio systems, seepage
- ItemPara - Radio, seepage
- Item - 3 Navigation system, seepage
- Item - 4 Malfunction message memory, see page
- Item - 5 Individual settings, see page
- Item - 6 Trip computer, seepage
- ItemPara - After start After reset Fuel tank content
- Item - 7 Telephone, seepage
- Para - Press the
- Para - The display advances by one system each time the button is pressed.
- Para - You may call up additional displays within some of these categories by pressing the
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Note - Note:
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position1 or2.
- Para - Press button:
- OrderedList - 3 è
- Para - Press the
- Para - The display advances by one system each time the button is pressed.
- Para - You may call up additional displays in some systems by pressing the
- Section - Trip and main odometer, FSS, coolant temperature, vehicle speed, engine oil level indicato
- Section - Audio systems
- Title - Audio systems
- Subsection - Audio systems:Radio
- Subsection - Audio systems:CD Player
- Subsection - Audio systems:Cassette player
- Section - Telephone
- Title - Telephone
- Subsection - Telephone:Telephone book
- Title - Telephone:Telephone book
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 The telephone is switched off.
- Item - 1 The telephone is switched off.
- Item - 2 The vehicle is currently outside the transmitter or receiver range.
- Item - 3 The telephone is ready for use.
- Item - 4 Name selected from the telephone book.
- Item - 5 Number for the name selected. The dialing commences.
- Item - 6 Dialing is completed. The name is displayed. The display remains for the duration of the...
- Item - 7 Duration of call
- Item - 8 Memory location number
- Item - 9 Signal strength (in top right corner): Vehicles with audio system: the higher the number...
- Para - The telephone must be switched on.
- Para - Press the
- Para - Pressing
- Note - Note:
- Para - Press the
- Para - The name will be displayed when dialing is completed. Display (6) remains for the duration...
- Para - Pressing the
- Para - Pressing the
- Subsection - Telephone:Redialing
- Title - Telephone:Redialing
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 The telephone is ready for use.
- Item - 1 The telephone is ready for use.
- Item - 2 Number or name stored in the redial memory.
- Item - 3 Number in the redial memory — redialing has commenced.
- Item - 4 Dialing is complete and the name stored in the telephone book is displayed or the number...
- Item - 5 Signal strength: Vehicles with audio system (in top right corner): the higher the number...
- Item - 6 Memory location numbers — the 10 most recently dialed numbers are stored. L0, most recen...
- Item - 7 Duration of call.
- Para - The telephone must be switched on.
- Para - Press the
- Para - Pressing the
- Para - Pressing the
- Note - Note:
- Para - Press the
- Para - Once dialing is complete the name(4) is displayed if the name is stored in the telephone ...
- Para - Pressing the
- Para - Pressing the
- Subsection - Telephone:Incoming call
- Section - Navigation system
- Section - Trip computer
- Section - Malfunction/warning message memory
- Title - Malfunction/warning message memory
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 There are no messages stored in the system.
- Para - Press the
- Para - Press the
- Para - See page
- Para - Display(2) will reappear after you have scanned all the malfunction and warning messages.
- Para - Should any malfunction or warning messages be stored while driving, they will reappear in ...
- Para - The malfunction or warning messages will now be displayed for approximately 5seconds each.
- Para - Pressing the reset knob on the instrument cluster (seepage
- Para - The message memory will be cleared when the electronic key is turned in the starter switch...
- Para - Pressing the
- Important - Important!
- Section - Individual settings
- Title - Individual settings
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Preliminary display of the individual settings.
- Item - 1 Preliminary display of the individual settings.
- Item - SETTINGS
- ItemPara - INSTRUMENTCLUSTER
- ItemPara - LIGHTING
- ItemPara - VEHICLE
- ItemPara - CONVENIENCE
- ItemPara - The four menus contain additional submenus. Individual settings can be selected in the...
- Item - 3 See below for instructions on returning the setting menus to the factory settings.
- Item - 4 Acknowledgment.
- Note - Note:
- Para - Press the
- Para - Press the
- Para - Pressing the
- Para - INSTRUMENTCLUSTER
- Para - LIGHTING
- Para - VEHICLE
- Para - CONVENIENCE
- Para - Pressing the
- Note - Notes:
- BlockTitle - Notes:
- Para - These settings may only be performed with the vehicle at standstill and with the electroni...
- Para - The individual setting preliminary display(1) will appear if you speed up.
- Para - The setting menu previously called up will reappear when the vehicle stops, providing no o...
- Subsection - To return menu
- Title - To return menu
- ItemizedList - • Call up the individual setting preliminary display(1) or display(2).
- Item - • Call up the individual setting preliminary display(1) or display(2).
- Item - • Press the reset knob on the instrument cluster (seepage
- Item - • Press the reset knob on the instrument cluster once more. The menu
- ItemPara - The individual setting preliminary display(1) will appear if you do not press the res...
- Subsection - Individual settings:"INSTRUMENT CLUSTER"
- Title - Individual settings:"INSTRUMENT CLUSTER"
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Preliminary display of the individual settings
- Note - Note:
- Para - Press the
- Para - Press the
- Para - Press button
- Para - Press the
- Para - Pressing the
- Para - The settings made are stored and applied immediately.
- Para - The individual setting preliminary display(1) will appear again after you have run throug...
- Subsection - To return menu
- Subsection - Individual settings:"LIGHTING"
- Title - Individual settings:"LIGHTING"
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Preliminary display of the individual settings
- Footnote - 1 Except Canada
- Para - Press the
- Para - Press the
- Para - Press button
- Para - Press the
- Para - The individual setting preliminary display(1) will appear again after you have run throug...
- Subsection - To return menu
- Subsection - Individual settings:"VEHICLE"
- Subsection - To return menu
- Subsection - Individual settings:"CONVENIENCE"
- Title - Individual settings:"CONVENIENCE"
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Preliminary display of the individual settings
- Para - Press the
- Para - Press the
- Para - Press button
- Para - Press the
- Para - The individual setting preliminary display(1) will appear again after you have run throug...
- Subsection - To return menu
- Section - Setting the audio volume
- Section - Coolant temperature gauge
- Title - Coolant temperature gauge
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position1 or2.
- Para - Call up the trip odometer and main odometer by pressing button
- Para - During severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant temperature m...
- Para - The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 120
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- TBody - <TABELLENHAUPTTEXT>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- TBody - <TABELLENHAUPTTEXT>
- Note - Note:
- Section - Flexible service system (FSS)
- Title - Flexible service system (FSS)
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The FSS permits a flexible service schedule that is directly related to the operating cond...
- Para - The symbol
- Para - Depending on operating conditions throughout the year, the next service is calculated and ...
- Para - The message is displayed for approximately 10seconds when turning the electronic key in s...
- Para - The symbols and messages indicate the type of service to be performed:
- DefinitionList - 9
- Para - One of the following messages will appear in the display (e.g. ServiceA):
- Para - serviceA–in
- Para - The next service due date is displayed either in days or in miles, depending on your drivi...
- Para - Once the suggested service term has passed, the symbol and message appear for approximatel...
- Para - The service indicator disappears automatically after 30seconds or if the knob for instrum...
- Para - Calling up service indicator manually:
- Para - Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position1.
- Para - Call up the trip odometer and main odometer by pressing button
- Para - Press button
- Para - The next or previous system is displayed by pressing button
- Important - Important!
- Note - Note:
- Para - Following a completed A or B service the MercedesBenz Center sets the counter mileage to ...
- Para - The counter can also be set by any individual. To do so:
- Para - Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position1.
- Para - To call up the trip odometer and main odometer, press button
- Para - Press button
- Para - Press the reset knob on the instrument cluster, see page
- Para - The multifunction display will show the question:
- Para - Press the reset knob on the instrument cluster again to reset the service indicator.
- Para - The new service indicator is displayed with the reset distance of 10000miles (Canada 15...
- Para - If the FSS counter was inadvertently reset, have a MercedesBenz Center correct it.
- Para - However you choose to set your reference numbers, the scheduled services as posted in the ...
- Section - Engine oil level indicator
- Title - Engine oil level indicator
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - To check the engine oil level, park vehicle on level ground, with engine at normal operati...
- Para - Check oil level approximately 5minutes after stopping the engine, allowing for the oil to...
- Para - The message
- ItemizedList - • with engine at operational temperature approximately 5minutes.
- Para - The engine oil level check can be repeated after a short time.
- Para - Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position2.
- Para - To call up the trip odometer and main odometer, press button
- Para - Press button
- Para - The electronic key in starter switch is not in position2 if the
- Para - The
- Para - One of the following messages will subsequently appear on the indicator:
- Para - ENGINE OIL LEVEL–O.K.
- Para - ENGINE OIL LEVEL–ADD 1.0QUART
- Para - ENGINE OIL LEVEL–ADD 1.5QUART
- Para - ENGINE OIL LEVEL–ADD 2.0QUART
- Para - See
- Para - ENGINE OIL LEVEL–REDUCE OIL LEVEL
- Para - The
- Para - Perform the engine oil level check with the dipstick, if it cannot be completed via the mu...
- Note - Notes:
- Section - Engine oil consumption
- Section - Exterior lamp switch
- Title - Exterior lamp switch
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- DefinitionList - M
- Definition - M
- Item - Off
- Definition - U
- Item - Automatic headlamp mode, see below.
- Definition - C
- Item - Parking lamps (also side marker lamps, taillamps, licence plate lamps, instrument panel la...
- Definition - B
- Item - Parking lamps plus low beam or high beam headlamps (combination switch pushed forward).
- Definition - ˆ
- Item - Standing lamps, right (turn left one stop)
- Definition - ‚
- Item - Standing lamps, left (turn left two stops)
- Definition - ‡
- Item - Front fog lamps (pull out one stop) with parking lamps and/or low beam headlamps on. Green...
- Definition - †
- Item - Rear fog lamp (pull out to second detent) in addition to the front fog lamps. Yellow indic...
- Note - Note:
- BlockTitle - Note:
- Para - With the electronic key removed and the driver’s door open, a warning sounds if the vehicl...
- Para - Fog lamps will operate with the parking lamps and/or the low beam headlamps on. Fog lamp...
- Para - Fog lamps are automatically switched off when the exterior lamp switch is turned to position
- Section - Headlamp mode (HEADLAMPS)
- Title - Headlamp mode (HEADLAMPS)
- Para - The headlamps can be switched on and off manually or automatically, or switched to daytime...
- Para - Manual operation:
- Para - The low beam headlamps, parking lamps and license plate lamps can be switched on and off w...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - Automatic operation:
- Para - With electronic key in starter switch in position1 turn exterior lamp switch to position
- Para - The parking lamps switch on and off automatically depending on the brightness of the ambie...
- Subtitle - With the engine running and exterior lamp switch in position
- Para - The low beam headlamps, parking lamps and license plate lamps are switched on and off auto...
- Para - The low beam headlamps, parking lamps and license plate lamps can still be switched on and...
- Note - Note:
- Subsection - Exterior lamp switch:Daytime running lamp mode
- Title - Exterior lamp switch:Daytime running lamp mode
- Para - Turn exterior lamp switch to position
- Para - When the engine is running, the low beam headlamps (includes parking lamps and license pla...
- Para - Canada only: When shifting from a driving position to position
- Para - For nighttime driving the exterior lamp switch should be turned to position
- Para - USA only: The high beam headlamps can also be activated when driving with the daytime runn...
- Para - See page
- Para - To activate the daytime running lamp mode, see
- Section - Night security illumination
- Title - Night security illumination
- Para - When turning off the engine, the exterior lamps switch on for added illumination, if they ...
- Para - The lamp-on time period for night security illumination can be set at several different ti...
- Note - Notes:
- Subtitle - Deactivating night security illumination temporarily:
- Para - Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position0 then to position2 and back to pos...
- Subsection - Locator lighting
- Section - Headlamp cleaning system
- Section - Combination switch
- Title - Combination switch
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Low beam (exterior lamp switch position
- Para - To signal minor directional changes, such as changing lanes on a highway, move combination...
- Para - To operate the turn signals continuously, move the combination switch past the point of re...
- Para - Turn signal failure
- Para - If one of the turn signals fails, the turn signal indicator system flashes and sounds at a...
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- Item - <GRAPHIK>
- ItemPara - Push switch past resistance point: Windshield washer system, windshield wipers.
- ItemPara - See page
- Item - 7 Windshield wipers
- Item - 0
- DefinitionList - 0
- Definition - 0
- Item - Off
- Definition - I
- Item - Intermittent wiping
- ItemPara - Rain sensor
- ItemPara - Notes:
- ItemPara - With switch in this position, one wipe occurs when turning the electronic key in start...
- ItemPara - Do not leave in intermittent setting when vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash or...
- Definition - II
- Item - Normal wiper speed
- Definition - III
- Item - Fast wiper speed
- DefinitionList - 0
- Subsection - Blocked windshield wipers
- Title - Blocked windshield wipers
- Para - If the windshield wipers become blocked (for example, due to snow), switch off the wipers.
- Para - For safety reasons before removing ice or snow, remove electronic key from starter switch....
- Para - Activate combination switch again (electronic key in starter switch position1).
- Subsection - Emergency operation of windshield wipers
- Subsection - Windshield wipers smear
- Subsection - Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio
- Section - Hazard warning flasher
- Title - Hazard warning flasher
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The hazard warning flasher can be activated either manually via the switch located in the ...
- Para - To activate hazard warning flasher, press switch once. To deactivate, press switch again.
- Para - If hazard warning flasher was activated automatically, press switch twice to deactivate.
- Note - Note:
- Section - Climate control
- Title - Climate control
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Display and controls
- Item - 1 Display and controls
- Item - 2 Air volume control for left center air outlet
- Item - 3 Center air outlet, left, adjustable
- Item - 4 Thumbwheel for adding outside air at air outlets for center, left and right sides, as we...
- Item - 5 Center air outlet, right, adjustable
- Item - 6 Air volume control for right center air outlet
- Item - 7 Air volume control and air outlet on dashboard top center
- Item - 8 Air volume control for side air outlet
- Item - 9 Side air outlet, adjustable
- Item - 10 Side defroster outlet, fixed
- Subsection - Climate control:Display and controls
- Title - Climate control:Display and controls
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Air volume
- Item - 1 Air volume
- Item - 2 Temperature control, left
- Item - 3 Temperature control, right
- Item - 4 Air distribution control switch
- Item - 5 Rear window defroster, see page
- Item - 6 Economy mode, see page
- Item - 7 Air distribution and air volume (automatic)
- Item - 8 Air recirculation, see page
- Item - 9 Defrosting, see page
- Important - Important!
- Subsection - Climate control
- Title - Climate control
- Para - The system is always at operational readiness, except when manually switched off.
- Para - The climate control only operates with the engine running.
- Para - The temperature selector should be left at the desired temperature setting. The temperatur...
- Para - The system will not heat or cool any quicker by setting a higher or lower temperature.
- Para - The desired interior temperature can be selected separately for the left and right side of...
- Para - The climate control removes considerable moisture from the air during operation in the coo...
- Para - The air conditioning will not engage (no cooling) if the economy mode
- Note - Notes:
- BlockTitle - Notes:
- Para - Do not obstruct the air flow by placing objects on the air flow-through exhaust slots belo...
- Para - Also keep the air intake grill in front of the windshield free of snow and debris.
- Para - The storage compartment between the front seats can be ventilated. See page
- Para - The air conditioner switches itself off for its own protection if refrigerant is lost. No ...
- Subsection - Climate control:Dust filter
- Subsection - Climate control:Basic setting
- Subsection - Climate control:Special settings
- Title - Climate control:Special settings
- Subtitle - Air distribution and air volume, manual
- Para - Press
- Para - Select any of the six air volume speeds and the air distribution.
- Subtitle - Air distribution, manual:
- DefinitionList - h
- Definition - h
- Item - Air from the center, side, dashboard top center and rear passenger compartment air outlets.
- Definition - j
- Item - Air from the windshield, side defroster and rear passenger compartment air outlets.
- Definition - k
- Item - Air from the center, side, footwell, rear footwell and rear passenger compartment air outl...
- Subtitle - To return to automatic mode:
- Para - Press the
- Subsection - Climate control:Defrosting
- Subsection - Climate control:Windows fogged up on the inside
- Subsection - Climate control:Windows fogged up on the outside
- Subsection - Climate control:Air recirculation
- Title - Climate control:Air recirculation
- Para - Select air recirculation:
- Para - Press button
- Para - To switch off the air recirculation:
- Para - Press button
- Para - Switching on air recirculation and activating convenience closing of power windows and sli...
- Para - Press button
- Para - Switching off air recirculation and activating convenience opening:
- Para - Press button
- Para - A window or the sliding/pop-up roof opened manually after convenience closing will no lo...
- Para - The system automatically switches from air recirculation to fresh air:
- ItemizedList - • after 30minutes if the outside temperature is above about40
- Para - The system switches automatically to air recirculation at high outside temperatures. A qua...
- Para - If the windows should fog up from the inside, switch from recirculated air back to fresh air.
- Subsection - Climate control OFF/ON
- Title - Climate control OFF/ON
- Para - To switch the climate control off, set the air volume control switch to position0.
- Para - The fresh air supply to the vehicle interior is shut off.
- Para - While driving, use this setting only temporarily, otherwise the windshield could fog up.
- Para - To switch the climate control on again, set air volume control switch to any speed.
- Subsection - Climate control:Economy mode
- Subsection - Climate control:Residual engine heat utilization
- Title - Climate control:Residual engine heat utilization
- Para - With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior...
- Para - To select:
- Para - Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position1 or0 or remove it altogether.
- Para - Press button
- Para - This function selection will not activate if the battery level is insufficient.
- Para - The function switches off automatically:
- ItemizedList - • if the electronic key in starter switch is turned to position2,
- Section - Automatic climate control
- Title - Automatic climate control
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Display and controls
- Item - 1 Display and controls
- Item - 2 Air volume control for left center air outlet
- Item - 3 Center air outlet, left, adjustable
- Item - 4 Thumbwheel for adding outside air at air outlets for center, left and right sides, as we...
- Item - 5 Center air outlet, right, adjustable
- Item - 6 Air volume control for right center air outlet
- Item - 7 Air volume control and air outlet on dashboard top center
- Item - 8 Air volume control for side air outlet
- Item - 9 Side air outlet, adjustable
- Item - 10 Side defroster outlet, fixed
- Subsection - Automatic climate control:Display and controls
- Title - Automatic climate control:Display and controls
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Temperature control, left, lowering
- Item - 1 Temperature control, left, lowering
- Item - 2 Temperature control, left, raising
- Item - 3 Air distribution control switch left (automatic, manual operation)
- Item - 4 Activated charcoal filter, see page
- Item - 5 Display
- Item - 6 Air distribution control switch right (automatic, manual operation)
- Item - 7 Temperature control, right, raising
- Item - 8 Temperature control, right, lowering
- Item - 9 Rear window defroster, see page
- Item - 10 Economy mode, see page
- Item - 11 Air volume control + switch on system
- Item - 12 Air volume control - switch off system
- Item - 13 Air recirculation, see page
- Item - 14 Defrosting, see page
- Important - Important!
- Subsection - Automatic climate control
- Title - Automatic climate control
- Para - The system is always at operational readiness, except when manually switched off.
- Para - The automatic climate control only operates with the engine running.
- Para - The temperature selector should be left at the desired temperature setting. The temperatur...
- Para - The system will not heat or cool any quicker by setting a higher or lower temperature.
- Para - The desired interior temperature and air distribution can be selected separately for the l...
- Para - The automatic climate control removes considerable moisture from the air during operation ...
- Para - The air conditioning will not engage (no cooling) if the economy mode
- Note - Notes:
- BlockTitle - Notes:
- Para - Do not obstruct the air flow by placing objects on the air flow-through exhaust slots belo...
- Para - Also keep the air intake grill in front of the windshield free of snow and debris.
- Para - The storage compartment between the front seats can be ventilated. See page
- Para - The air conditioner switches itself off for its own protection if refrigerant is lost. No ...
- Subsection - Automatic climate control:Dust filter
- Subsection - Automatic climate control:Basic setting
- Title - Automatic climate control:Basic setting
- Para - Briefly press left or right
- Para - The economy mode and air recirculation functions will be switched off. The automatic blowe...
- Para - Set the temperature switches on the left and right to72
- Para - Heating mode: To lower headroom temperature, use thumbwheel (4, page
- Para - Air conditioning mode: Open air outlets at dashboard top center (7, page
- Subsection - Automatic climate control:Special settings
- Title - Automatic climate control:Special settings
- Subtitle - Automatic climate control:Air volume, manual
- Para - Press left or right
- DefinitionList - h
- Definition - h
- Item - Air from the center, side, dashboard top center and rear passenger compartment air outlets.
- Definition - j
- Item - Air from the windshield, side defroster and rear passenger compartment air outlets.
- Definition - k
- Item - Air from the center, side, footwell, rear footwell and rear passenger compartment air outl...
- Para - To return to automatic mode:
- Para - Press left or right
- Subtitle - Air volume, manual
- Para - Seven blower speeds are available.
- Para - Press right
- Para - The display
- Para - To return to automatic mode:
- Para - Press left or right
- Subsection - Automatic climate control:Defrosting
- Title - Automatic climate control:Defrosting
- Para - Windows fogged up on the inside
- Para - Press the
- Para - Switch off air recirculation, if selected. Press button
- Para - The fan is set to a higher speed and the warm air is directed to the defroster and windshi...
- Para - Pressing the switch again returns the system to the previous setting.
- Subsection - Automatic climate control:Windows fogged up on the outside
- Subsection - Automatic climate control:Air recirculation
- Title - Automatic climate control:Air recirculation
- Para - Select air recirculation:
- Para - Press button
- Para - To switch off the air recirculation:
- Para - Press button
- Para - Switching on air recirculation and activating convenience closing of power windows and sli...
- Para - Press button
- Para - Switching off air recirculation and activating convenience opening:
- Para - Press button
- Para - A window or the sliding/pop-up roof opened manually after convenience closing will no lo...
- Para - The system automatically switches from air recirculation to fresh air:
- ItemizedList - • after 30minutes if the outside temperature is above about40
- Para - The system switches automatically to air recirculation at high outside temperatures. A qua...
- Para - If the windows should fog up from the inside, switch from recirculated air back to fresh air.
- Subsection - Automatic climate control:Activated charcoal filter
- Title - Automatic climate control:Activated charcoal filter
- Para - An activated charcoal filter markedly reduces bad odors and removes pollutants from air en...
- Para - To select, press
- Para - To cancel, press button. The indicator lamp in the button goes out.
- Para - The system switches automatically to the air recirculation mode, if the carbon monoxide(C...
- Para - The automatic air recirculation mode does not function if economy mode
- Para - The activated charcoal filter should be switched off when windows fog up on the inside, or...
- Para - Switching on the activated carbon filter and activating convenience closing of power windo...
- Para - The indicator lamp in the
- Para - Switching off activated carbon filter and activating convenience opening:
- Para - The indicator lamp in the
- Para - A window or the sliding/pop-up roof opened manually after convenience closing will no lo...
- Subsection - Automatic climate control:Economy mode
- Subsection - Automatic climate control - OFF/ON
- Title - Automatic climate control - OFF/ON
- Para - To switch the climate control off, set the air volume control switch to position0.
- Para - The fresh air supply to the vehicle interior is shut off.
- Para - While driving, use this setting only temporarily, otherwise the windshield could fog up.
- Para - To switch the climate control on again, press the
- Subsection - Automatic climate control:Residual engine heat utilization
- Title - Automatic climate control:Residual engine heat utilization
- Para - With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior...
- Para - To select:
- Para - Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position1 or0 or remove it altogether.
- Para - Press button
- Para - This function selection will not activate if the battery level is insufficient.
- Para - The function switches off automatically:
- ItemizedList - • if the electronic key in starter switch is turned to position2,
- Section - Rear window defroster
- Title - Rear window defroster
- Para - Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position2.
- Para - To select:
- Para - Press the
- Para - To cancel:
- Para - Press the
- Note - Note:
- Para - The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a min...
- Para - The defroster is automatically turned off after approximately 6–17minutes of operation de...
- Para - If several power consumers are turned on simultaneously, or the battery is only partially ...
- Para - As soon as the battery has sufficient voltage, the defroster automatically turns itself ba...
- Section - Front center console storage compartment ventilation
- Title - Front center console storage compartment ventilation
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The front center console compartment has its own air outlet.
- Para - To open: Raise lever (1).
- Para - To close: Lower lever (1).
- Para - The air volume is dependent on the setting of:
- ItemizedList - • air distribution control,
- Para - The air temperature is about the same as that of the dashboard air outlets. It cannot be r...
- Note - Notes:
- Section - Automatic climate control:Adjustable air outlets, rear passenger compartment
- Section - Operation Audio and telephone
- Section - Operating safety
- Section - Operating and display elements
- Title - Operating and display elements
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 On/off, volume
- Item - 1 On/off, volume
- Item - 2 Telephone mode selector
- Item - 3 Seek tuning
- Item - 4 Radio mode selector
- Item - 5 Manual tuning
- Item - 6 CD mode selector
- Item - 7 Tape mode selector
- Item - 8 Display panel The cassette slot is located behind the display panel. For notes on playin...
- Item - 9 Alpha-numeric keypad for station storage and frequency entry
- Item - 10 Scan tuning (Radio, see page
- Item - 11 Function button
- Item - 12 Soft keys for radio band selection
- Item - 13 Tape eject, see page
- Section - Button and soft key operation
- Section - Operation
- Title - Operation
- Subsection - Switching on and off
- Subsection - Adjusting the volume
- Subsection - Audio functions
- Subsection - Bass
- Subsection - Treble
- Subsection - Fader
- Subsection - Balance
- Subsection - Centering all audio functions
- Subsection - Audio system tone level selection
- Section - Radio mode
- Title - Radio mode
- Subsection - Selecting radio mode
- Subsection - Selecting the band
- Subsection - Manual tuning
- Subsection - Seek tuning
- Subsection - Scan tuning
- Subsection - Weather Band
- Subsection - Station memory
- Subsection - Storing stations automatically (Autostore)
- Subsection - Storing stations
- Subsection - Retrieving a station from memory
- Subsection - Direct frequency input AM and FM only
- Section - Cassette mode
- Title - Cassette mode
- Subsection - Playing cassettes
- Title - Playing cassettes
- Para - Press the
- Note - Note:
- Para - Return the display panel to its normal position by folding it back up and pressing gently ...
- Important - Important!
- BlockTitle - Important!
- Para - If the display is in the down position for more than 20seconds, 2successive beeps will b...
- Para - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The cassette will not be ejected when the system is switched off or another mode is selected.
- Para - If a cassette is in the mechanism, cassette mode can be selected by using the
- Para - If no cassette has been inserted, the display will show
- Subsection - Cassette eject
- Subsection - Track selection
- Subsection - Track search forwards/backwards
- Subsection - Fast forward/reverse
- Subsection - Scanning
- Subsection - Scanning
- Subsection - DolbyNR
- Section - CD mode
- Title - CD mode
- Subsection - General notes on CD mode
- Title - General notes on CD mode
- Para - Should excessive temperatures occur while in CD mode,
- Para - Should temperatures occur while in CD mode which are too low,
- Para - Handle CDs carefully to prevent interference during playback.
- Para - Avoid fingerprints and dust on CDs. Do not write on the CDs or apply any label or other ma...
- Para - Clean CDs from time to time with a commercially available cleaning cloth. No solvents, ant...
- Para - Replace the CD in its container after use. Protect CDs from heat and direct sunlight.
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - 1 Optional equipment
- Subsection - CD changer
- Subsection - Loading/emptying the CD magazine
- Subsection - Playing CDs
- Subsection - Skipping tracks forward/backward
- Subsection - Fast forward/reverse
- Subsection - Scanning
- Subsection - Random play/repeat function
- Subsection - Direct track selection
- Subsection -
- Section - Telephone operation
- Title - Telephone operation
- Para - Various functions of the Mercedes-Benz integrated portable cellular telephone
- Subsection - Switching the telephone on and off
- Subsection -
- Subsection - Entering telephone number and starting dialing process
- Subsection - Calling up the phone book
- Subsection - Switching between name search and number search
- Subsection - Searching and selecting telephone book entries by name
- Subsection - Searching and selecting phone book entries by number
- Subsection - Placing a call
- Subsection - Manual repeat dialing (redial)
- Subsection - Automatic repeat dialing (redial)
- Subsection - Abbreviated dialing from previously stored telephone numbers
- Subsection - Speed dialing
- Subsection - Turbo-dialing
- Subsection - Multi party call
- Subsection - Accepting incoming call in telephone mode
- Subsection - Accepting incoming call in tape, CD or radio mode
- Subsection - Terminating call
- Subsection - Muting a call
- Subsection - Component malfunctions
- Subsection - Emergency call
- Title - Emergency call
- Important - Important!
- Para - The 911 emergency call system is a public service. Using it without due cause is a crimina...
- Para - You can make an emergency call to an emergency rescue station with a mobile communications...
- Para - The emergency call will be placed as long as the corresponding mobile communications netwo...
- Para - The call will also be placed if the unlock-code is not entered.
- Para - Emergency calls may not be possible with all telephone networks or if certain network serv...
- Para - To use this function you must ensure that the number stored in memory location 1 is the nu...
- Note - Note:
- Section - Power windows
- Title - Power windows
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The control panel is located on the driver’s door.
- Para - Switches for:
- OrderedList - 1 left, front
- Para - There are individual switches in the front passenger door and the rear doors for the respe...
- Para - Turn electronic key in starter switch to position1 or2.
- Para - Opening the windows: Press the switch to resistance point.
- Para - Closing the windows: Pull the switch to resistance point.
- Para - Release switch when window is in desired position.
- Subsection - Power windows:Express opening and closing
- Title - Power windows:Express opening and closing
- Para - Press or pull switch past resistance point and release– window opens or closes completely.
- Para - To interrupt procedure, briefly press or pull switch.
- Para - If the upward movement of the window is blocked during the closing procedure, the window w...
- Para - When pulling and holding the switch to close the window, and upward movement of the window...
- Note - Note:
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - Power windows:Blocking of rear door window operation
- Title - Power windows:Blocking of rear door window operation
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The switch(1) is located on the driver’s door.
- Para - If no operation of the rear windows by switch (for instance by children) is desired, slide...
- Para - Operation of the rear door windows with the switches located in the driver’s door is still...
- Subsection - Power windows:Synchronizing power windows
- Title - Power windows:Synchronizing power windows
- Para - If the power supply was interrupted, (battery disconnected or low), the windows cannot be ...
- Para - To resynchronize the express feature, pull switch until the window is completely closed an...
- Para - The automatic full opening and closing procedure of the windows should now be restored.
- Section - Sliding/pop-up roof
- Title - Sliding/pop-up roof
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 to slide roof open
- Para - Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position1 or2.
- Para - To open, close, raise or lower the sliding/pop-up roof: Move the switch to resistance poin...
- Para - Release the switch when the roof has reached the required position.
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - Opening or closing the sliding/pop-up roof automatically
- Title - Opening or closing the sliding/pop-up roof automatically
- Para - Move the switch past resistance point in the direction required and release.
- Para - The sliding/pop-up roof opens or closes completely.
- Para - Stopping the sliding/pop-up roof: Move the switch in any direction.
- Para - If the movement of the sliding/pop-up roof is blocked during the closing procedure, the ...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - With the roof closed or tilted open, a screen can be slid into the roof opening to guard a...
- Note - Notes:
- BlockTitle - Notes:
- Para - The sliding/pop-up roof can also be opened and closed using the summer opening/conveni...
- Para - To avoid damaging the seals, do not transport any objects with sharp edges which can stick...
- Para - The sliding/pop-up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction ...
- Subsection - Sliding/pop-up roof:Synchronizing
- Section - Interior lighting
- Title - Interior lighting
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Rear interior lights
- Item - 1 Rear interior lights
- ItemPara - Press the button to switch the rear passenger compartment lights on/off.
- Item - 2 Right front reading lamp
- ItemPara - Press the button to switch the reading lamp on or off. The right reading lamp will be ...
- Item - 3 To switch off automatic function: Press the rocker switch.
- ItemPara - The interior lighting remains switched off, even when unlocking the vehicle or opening...
- Item - 4 To select automatic function: Press the rocker switch to the center position.
- ItemPara - Interior lamps are switched on, and off (soft fade) delayed, when unlocking or locking...
- Item - 5 Interior lamps, front: Press rocker switch in to switch front interior lamps on. The int...
- ItemPara - Switching off the front interior lighting: Press rocker switch to position(3) or(4).
- Item - 6 Left front reading lamp: Press the button to switch the reading lamp on or off. The left...
- Note - Notes:
- BlockTitle - Notes:
- Para - The time delay for the interior light to switch off after the electronic key is removed fr...
- Para - To prevent the vehicle battery from being discharged with doors open, all interior lamps s...
- Para - An interior lamp switched on manually does not go out automatically. Before leaving the ve...
- Subsection - Door entry lamps
- Section - Rear window sunshade
- Title - Rear window sunshade
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The switch is located in the center console.
- Para - Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position1 or2.
- Para - Press the switch briefly:
- OrderedList - 1 to raise
- Para - Always raise the sunshade fully for its support against the window frame.
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - Sun visors
- Section - Vanity mirrors
- Section - Interior
- Section - Storage compartments and armrests
- Title - Storage compartments and armrests
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - Glove box
- Subsection - P68.00-2161-26
- Subsection - P68.00-2163-26
- Title - P68.00-2163-26
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - To open compartment in armrest: Lift armrest by handle(6).
- Para - To open compartment under armrest: Lift armrest by handle(7).
- Para - To close: Lower armrest until it engages in lock.
- Para - To change inclination of armrest: Pull up on armrest.
- Para - To lower armrest: Pull handle (7).
- Note - Notes:
- Section - Cup holder
- Title - Cup holder
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Cup holder in front seat armrest
- Para - Open the storage compartment in front of the armrest, seepage
- Para - Close the storage compartment in front of the armrest, seepage
- Para - .
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- OrderedList - P91.27-2014-26
- Para - To open: Push front of sliding compartment – the cup holder slides out.
- Para - To close: Push the sliding compartment back until it engages.
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - Ashtrays
- Title - Ashtrays
- Subtitle - Center console
- Para - To open: Briefly touch the mark on the cover, the ashtray opens automatically.
- Para - To remove ashtray insert from center console:
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - Prior to removing the ashtray insert, move the gear selector lever to position
- Para - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - To replace insert: Install insert into ashtray frame and push down to engage into place.
- Subsection - Rear seats
- Section - Lighter
- Title - Lighter
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Center console lighter
- Para - The lighter is located in the center console compartment in front of the armrest, seepage
- Para - Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position1 or2.
- Para - Push in lighter in(1); it will pop out automatically when hot.
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Note - Note:
- Section - Parcel net in front passenger footwell
- Section - Ski sack
- Title - Ski sack
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Subtitle - Unfolding and loading
- OrderedList - 1. Fold armrest down (arrow).
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- Subtitle - Unloading and folding
- OrderedList - 1. Loosen strap, open clasp by pressing tabs (arrows) together, and unload skis.
- Subsection - Removal of ski sack
- Section - Enlarged cargo area
- Title - Enlarged cargo area
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1. Pull handle (1) located in trunk to unlock backrest.
- Para - On vehicles with optional split folding rear seat backrest you can fold down the two secti...
- Subsection - Split folding rear seat bench
- Subsection - Setting up rear seat bench
- Subsection -
- Section - Loading instructions
- Title - Loading instructions
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The total load weight including vehicle occupants and luggage/cargo should not exceed the ...
- Para - The handling characteristics of a fully loaded vehicle depend greatly on the load distribu...
- Para - Always place items being carried against front or rear seat backrests, and fasten them as ...
- Para - The heaviest portion of the cargo should always be kept as low as possible since it influe...
- Note - Note:
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - Cellular telephone
- Section - Telephone, general
- Section - Garage door opener
- Title - Garage door opener
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Signal transmitter keys
- Para - The built-in remote control is capable of operating up to three separately controlled obje...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Note - Note:
- Para - For operation in the USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operati...
- Para - (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- Para - (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cau...
- Para - Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate th...
- Subtitle - Programming or reprogramming the integrated remote control:
- OrderedList - 1. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position1 or2.
- Item - 1. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position1 or2.
- Item - 2. Hold the end of the hand-held transmitter of the device you wish to train approximately...
- Item - 3. Using both hands, simultaneously push the hand- held transmitter button and the desired...
- Item - 4. The indicator lamp on the integrated remote control will flash, first slowly and then r...
- Note - Note:
- Subtitle - Rolling code programming:
- Para - To train a garage door opener (or other rolling code devices) with the rolling code featur...
- OrderedList - 1. Locate training button on the garage door opener motor head unit. Exact location...
- Item - 1. Locate training button on the garage door opener motor head unit. Exact location and co...
- Item - 2. Press
- ItemPara - Note:
- ItemPara - Following step2, there are 30seconds to initiate step3.
- Item - 3. Firmly press and release the programmed integrated remote control transmit button. Pres...
- Item - 4. Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the programmed button on the integrated r...
- Subtitle - Canadian programming:
- Para - During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting. Contin...
- Subtitle - Operation of remote control:
- OrderedList - 1. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position1 or2.
- Subtitle - Erasing the remote control memory:
- OrderedList - 1. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position1 or2.
- Section - Operation
- ToC - Contents - Driving
- Title - Contents - Driving
- ToCEntry - Control and operation of radio transmitters 218
- ToCEntry - The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) 219
- ToCEntry - Maintenance 219
- ToCEntry - Tele Aid 220
- ToCEntry - Catalytic converter 228
- ToCEntry - Emission control 229
- ToCEntry - Starter switch 230
- ToCEntry - Starting and turning off the engine 232
- ToCEntry - Manual transmission 233
- ToCEntry - Automatic transmission 234
- ToCEntry - Parking brake 243
- ToCEntry - Driving instructions 244
- ToCEntry - Drive sensibly – Save Fuel 244
- ToCSubEntry - Drive sensibly – Save Fuel 244
- ToCSubEntry - Drinking and driving 244
- ToCSubEntry - Pedals 244
- ToCSubEntry - Power assistance 245
- ToCSubEntry - Brakes 245
- ToCSubEntry - Driving off 246
- ToCSubEntry - Parking 246
- ToCSubEntry - Tires 247
- ToCSubEntry - Snow chains 250
- ToCSubEntry - Winter driving instructions 250
- ToCSubEntry - Deep water 252
- ToCSubEntry - Passenger compartment 253
- ToCSubEntry - Traveling abroad 253
- ToCEntry - Cruise control 254
- ToCEntry - Brake assist system (BAS) 257
- ToCEntry - Antilock brake system (ABS) 258
- ToCEntry - Electronic stability program (ESP) 260
- ToCEntry - What you should know at the gas station 264
- ToCEntry - Check regularly and before a long trip 266
- Part - Driving
- Section - Driving
- Section -
- Title -
- Subsection - Telephones and two-way radios
- Section - The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km)
- Title - The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km)
- Para - The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more satisfied ...
- Para - During this period, avoid heavy loads (full throttle driving) and excessive engine speeds.
- Para - Avoid accelerating by kickdown. It is not recommended to brake the vehicle by manually shi...
- Para - After 1000 miles (1500 km) speeds may be gradually increased to the permissible maximum.
- Section - Maintenance
- Title - Maintenance
- Para - Approximately 30days or 2000miles (2000km) prior to the next recommended service, the r...
- Para - We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz...
- Para - Failure to have the vehicle maintained in accordance with the Service Booklet at the desig...
- Section - Tele Aid
- Title - Tele Aid
- Important - Important!
- Subtitle - (
- Para - The TeleAid system consists of three types of response; automatic and manual emergency, r...
- Para - The TeleAid system is always operational, providing that the vehicle’s battery is charged...
- Subsection - System self-check
- Subsection - Emergency calls
- Title - Emergency calls
- Para - An emergency call is initiated automatically following an accident in which the Emergency ...
- Para - Once the emergency call is in progress, the indicator lamp in the
- Para - A voice connection between the Response Center and the occupants of the vehicle will be es...
- Para - The Tele Aid system is available if:
- ItemizedList - • it has been activated and is operational. Activation requires a subscription for...
- Note - Note:
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - P82.00-0410-26
- Subsection - P68.20-0411-26
- Subsection - Roadside Assistance button
- Title - Roadside Assistance button
- Para - Located below the center armrest cover is the Roadside Assistance button
- Para - A voice connection between the Roadside Assistance dispatcher and the occupants of the veh...
- Para - If the vehicle requires more than Sign and Drive services, the Mercedes-Benz Roadside assi...
- Para - For other than Sign and Drive services, labor and/or towing charges may apply. Refer to ...
- Note - Notes:
- Subsection - Information button
- Title - Information button
- Para - Located below the center armrest cover is the Information button
- Para - A voice connection between the Client Assistance Center representative and the occupants o...
- Para - If you have chosen the Route Guidance Service (an optional service available at additional...
- Para - For more details concerning this optional service, please contact the Response Center at1...
- Note - Notes:
- Important - Important!
- Subtitle - Upgrade Signals
- Para - Tele Aid system processes calls using the following priority.
- ItemizedList - • Automatic emergency–First priority
- Para - Should a higher priority call be initiated while you are connected, an upgrade (alternatin...
- Important - Important!
- Note - Notes:
- Subsection - Remote door unlock
- Title - Remote door unlock
- Para - In the case you have your vehicle locked unintentionally (e.g. key inside vehicle), and th...
- Para - Then return to your vehicle and pull outside trunk handle for a minimum of 20seconds.
- Para - The Response Center will then unlock your vehicle with the remote door unlocking feature.
- Note - Note:
- Subsection - Vehicle location/stolen vehicle tracking services
- Title - Vehicle location/stolen vehicle tracking services
- Para - Should you wish to locate your vehicle, contact the MercedesBenz Response Center at 1-800...
- Para - In the event your vehicle was stolen, report the incident to the police who will issue a n...
- Para - The Response Center will then attempt to covertly contact the vehicle’s Tele Aid system. T...
- Subsection - Starguide
- Section - Catalytic converter
- Section - Emission control
- Title - Emission control
- Para - Certain systems of the engine serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases with...
- Para - These systems, of course, will function properly only when maintained strictly according t...
- Para -
- Para -
- Para -
- Para -
- Para -
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - Starter switch
- Title - Starter switch
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 0 The electronic key can be withdrawn in this position only. The steering is locked...
- Item - 0 The electronic key can be withdrawn in this position only. The steering is locked when t...
- ItemPara - In vehicles with automatic transmission, the electronic key can be removed only with t...
- Item - 1 Gear selector lever is unlocked.
- ItemPara - Most electrical consumers can be operated. For detailed information see respective sub...
- Item - 2 Driving position.
- Item - 3 Starting position.
- Para - See page
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Important - Important!
- Caution - Caution!
- Note - Notes:
- BlockTitle - Notes:
- Para - A warning sounds when the driver’s door is opened with the electronic key is in starter sw...
- Para - With the engine at idle speed, the charging rate of the alternator (output) is limited.
- Para - It is therefore recommended that you turn off unnecessary electrical consumers while drivi...
- Para - Unnecessary strain on the battery and charging system may be minimized by turning off the ...
- Para - Heated seats, rear window defroster. In addition, the automatic climate air volume control...
- Section - Starting and turning off the engine
- Title - Starting and turning off the engine
- Subsection - Before starting
- Subsection - Starting
- Title - Starting
- Subtitle - Vehicles with automatic transmission:
- Para - Do not depress accelerator. Briefly turn electronic key in starter switch clockwise to the...
- Para - If engine will not run, and the starting procedure stops, turn electronic key completely t...
- Para - After several unsuccessful attempts, have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mer...
- Subtitle - Vehicles with manual transmission:
- Para - Do not depress accelerator. Fully depress clutch pedal, otherwise the engine cannot be sta...
- Para - Turn electronic key in starter switch clockwise to the stop. Release only when the engine ...
- Important - Important!
- Subsection - Turning off
- Section - Manual transmission
- Title - Manual transmission
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - See illustration for gearshift lever positions corresponding to the individual gears.
- Para - Stop the vehicle completely before shifting into reverse; to shift into reverse, pull the ...
- Para - Do not exceed the maximum engine speed in the individual gears. Refer to tachometer (see p...
- Important - Important!
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - Automatic transmission
- Title - Automatic transmission
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The automatic transmission selects individual gears automatically, dependent upon
- ItemizedList - • Selector lever position
- Para - The gear shifting process is continuously adapted, dependent on the driving style, the dri...
- Important - Important!
- Subsection - Driving
- Subsection - Accelerator position
- Subsection - Stopping
- Subsection - Maneuvering
- Title - Maneuvering
- Para - To maneuver in tight areas, e.g. when pulling into a parking space, control the vehicle sp...
- Para - To rock a vehicle out of soft ground (mud or snow), alternately shift from forward to reve...
- Para - Rocking a vehicle free in this manner may cause the ABS or traction system malfunction ind...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - P54.30-2521-26
- Title - P54.30-2521-26
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Program mode indicator, see page
- Para - The current selector lever position is highlighted in the gear range indicator display(2)...
- DefinitionList - <GRAPHIK>
- Definition - <GRAPHIK>
- Item - Park position
- ItemPara - The park position is to be used when parking the vehicle. Engage only with the vehicle...
- ItemPara - Note:
- ItemPara - The electronic key can only be removed from the starter switch with the selector lever...
- Definition - <GRAPHIK>
- Item - Reverse gear
- ItemPara - Shift to reverse gear only with the vehicle stopped.
- ItemPara - Dependent on the program mode selector switch position
- Definition - <GRAPHIK>
- Item - Neutral
- ItemPara - No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are release...
- ItemPara - Important!
- ItemPara - Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason with selector lever in
- Definition - <GRAPHIK>
- Item - The transmission automatically upshifts through 5th gear. Position
- Subsection - Gear selection for special circumstances
- Title - Gear selection for special circumstances
- Para - The transmission gear ranges for special circumstances can be selected by pressing the sel...
- Para - The gear range currently selected is highlighted in the instrument cluster display.
- Para - Press and hold selector lever in the
- Para - Briefly press selector lever in the
- Para - Press and hold selector lever in the
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Important - Important!
- BlockTitle - Important!
- Para - With transmission in gear range
- Para - The delayed upshift is effective with vehicle speeds below 31mph (50km/h) at partial thr...
- Para - To avoid overrevving the engine when the selector lever is moved to a lower gear range, th...
- Para - To prevent the engine from laboring at low
- Para - Gear ranges:
- DefinitionList - <GRAPHIK>
- Definition - <GRAPHIK>
- Item - Upshift through 4th gear only. Suitable for performance driving.
- Definition - <GRAPHIK>
- Item - Upshift through 3rd gear only. Suitable for moderately steep hills. Since the transmission...
- Definition - <GRAPHIK>
- Item - Upshift through 2nd gear only. For driving in mountainous regions or under extreme operati...
- Definition - <GRAPHIK>
- Item - Use this position, which makes maximum use of the engine’s braking effect, while descendin...
- Subsection - P27.60-2081-26
- Title - P27.60-2081-26
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The transmission is provided with a selector switch(1) for Standard
- Para - The program mode currently selected is indicated in the gear range indicator display.
- DefinitionList - S
- Definition - S
- Item - Standard mode
- ItemPara - Press switch.
- ItemPara - The vehicle starts out in 1st gear.
- ItemPara - Accelerator Operation: Fast on = depressing the accelerator pedal quickly (not into ki...
- ItemPara - Fast off = there will be no upshift when releasing the accelerator pedal quickly, e.g....
- Definition - W
- Item - Winter/Wet (snow and ice) mode
- ItemPara - Press switch.
- ItemPara - The
- ItemPara - The gear shifting process occurs at lower vehicle and engine speeds than in the
- Caution - Caution!
- Important - Important!
- Subsection - Emergency operation (Limp home mode)
- Title - Emergency operation (Limp home mode)
- Para - If vehicle acceleration worsens or the transmission no longer shifts, the transmission is ...
- Para - In this mode only the 2nd gear or reverse gear can be activated.
- Para - To engage 2nd gear or reverse:
- OrderedList - 1. Stop the vehicle.
- Para - Have the transmission checked at your authorized MercedesBenz Center as soon as possible.
- Section - Parking brake
- Title - Parking brake
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - To engage, firmly depress parking brake pedal. When the electronic key is in starter switc...
- Para - To release the parking brake, pull handle on instrument panel. The brake warning lamp in t...
- Para - A warning sounds and the parking brake warning message appears in the multifunction displa...
- Para - Also see brake warning lamp on page
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - Driving instructions
- Title - Driving instructions
- Subsection - Drive sensibly - Save Fuel
- Title - Drive sensibly - Save Fuel
- Para - Fuel consumption, to a great extent, depends on driving habits and operating conditions.
- ItemizedList - • keep tires at the recommended inflation pressures,
- Item - • keep tires at the recommended inflation pressures,
- Item - • remove unnecessary loads,
- Item - • remove roof rack when not in use,
- Item - • allow engine to warm up under low load use,
- Item - • avoid frequent acceleration and deceleration,
- Item - • have all maintenance work performed at regular intervals by an authorized Mercedes-Benz ...
- Para - Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic, on ...
- Subsection - Drinking and driving
- Subsection - Pedals
- Subsection - Power assistance
- Subsection - Brakes
- Title - Brakes
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - The condition of the parking brake system is checked each time the vehicle is in the shop ...
- Para - If the parking brake is released and the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster stay...
- Para - Brake pad wear or a leak in the system may be the reason for low brake fluid in the reserv...
- Para - Have the brake system inspected at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately.
- Para - All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by an authorized Mer...
- Para - Install only brake pads and brake fluid recommended by Mercedes-Benz.
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Caution - Caution!
- Subsection - Driving off
- Title - Driving off
- Para - Apply the service brakes to test them briefly after driving off. Perform this procedure on...
- Para - Warm up the engine smoothly. Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temp...
- Para - When starting off on a slippery surface, do not allow one drive wheel to spin for an exten...
- Subsection - Parking
- Title - Parking
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- TBody - <TABELLENHAUPTTEXT>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Entry - 1. Keep right foot on service brake pedal.
- OrderedList - 1. Keep right foot on service brake pedal.
- Item - 1. Keep right foot on service brake pedal.
- Item - 2. Firmly depress parking brake pedal.
- Item - 3. Move the selector lever to position
- Item - 4. Slowly release service brake pedal.
- Item - 5. Turn front wheels towards the road curb.
- Item - 6. Turn the electronic key to starter switch position0 and remove.
- Item - 7. Take the electronic key and lock vehicle when leaving.
- OrderedList - 1. Keep right foot on service brake pedal.
- Entry - 1. Keep right foot on service brake pedal.
- TBody - <TABELLENHAUPTTEXT>
- Important - Important!
- Subsection - Tires
- Title - Tires
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - Tread wear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six place...
- Para - The tread wear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread.
- Para - <GRAPHIK>
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - Specified tire pressures must be maintained. This applies particularly if the tires are su...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subtitle - Aquaplaning
- Para - Depending on the depth of the water layer on the road, aquaplaning may occur, even at low ...
- Subtitle - Tire traction
- Para - The safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road.
- Para - You should pay particular attention to the condition of the road whenever the outside temp...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - We recommend M+S rated radial-ply tires for the winter season for all four wheels to insur...
- Subtitle - Tire speed rating
- Para - Vehicles without Sport Package: Your vehicle is factory equipped with
- Para - An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding the speed rating.
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - Snow chains
- Title - Snow chains
- Para - Use only snow chains that are tested and recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Your authorized Mer...
- Para - Chains should only be used on the rear wheels. Follow the manufacturer’s mounting instruct...
- Para - Snow chains should only be driven on snow covered roads at speeds not to exceed 30mph (50...
- Para - When driving with snow chains, press the ESP control switch to OFF, refer to page
- Subsection - Winter driving instructions
- Title - Winter driving instructions
- Para - The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt...
- Para - When the vehicle is in danger of skidding, move selector lever to position
- Para - Road salts and chemicals can adversely affect braking efficiency. Increased pedal force ma...
- Para - If the vehicle is parked after being driven on salt treated roads, the braking efficiency ...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - Winter driving
- Title - Winter driving
- Para - Have your vehicle winterized at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before the onset of w...
- ItemizedList - • Change the engine oil if the engine contains an oil which is not approved for wi...
- Item - • Change the engine oil if the engine contains an oil which is not approved for winter ope...
- Item - • Check engine coolant anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration.
- Item - • Additive for the windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system: Add MB Concentrate
- Item - • Test battery: Battery capacity drops with decreasing ambient temperature. A well charged...
- Item - • Tires: We recommend M+S rated radial-ply tires on all four wheels for the winter season....
- Note - Note:
- Subsection - Block heater
- Subsection - Deep water
- Subsection - Passenger compartment
- Subsection - Traveling abroad
- Section - Cruise control
- Title - Cruise control
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The cruise control allows you to drive in a more relaxed manner, for example over long dis...
- Para - Any given speed above approximately 25mph (40km/h) can be maintained with the cruise c...
- OrderedList - 1 Accelerate and set: Lift lever briefly to set speed. Hold lever up to accelerate.
- Item - 1 Accelerate and set: Lift lever briefly to set speed. Hold lever up to accelerate.
- Item - 2 Decelerate and set: Depress lever briefly to set speed. Hold lever down to decelerate.
- ItemPara - Normally the vehicle is accelerated to the desired speed with the accelerator.
- ItemPara - Speed is set by briefly pushing the lever to position1 or 2. The accelerator can then...
- ItemPara - The speed can be increased (e.g. for passing) by using the accelerator. After the acce...
- ItemPara - If a set speed is to be increased or decreased slightly, e. g. to adapt to the traffic...
- Item - 3 Canceling
- ItemPara - To cancel the cruise control, briefly push lever to position3.
- ItemPara - When you step on the brake pedal or the vehicle speed drops below approximately 25mph...
- ItemPara - If the cruise control cancels by itself and remains inoperative until the engine is re...
- Item - 4 Resume
- ItemPara - If the lever is briefly pushed to position4 when driving at a speed exceeding approxi...
- ItemPara - The last memorized speed is canceled when the electronic key in the starter switch is ...
- Important - Important!
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- TBody - <TABELLENHAUPTTEXT>
- Note - Notes:
- BlockTitle - Notes:
- Para - If the engine does not brake the vehicle sufficiently while driving on a downgrade, the sp...
- Para - Vehicles with automatic transmission:
- Para - Downshift occurs (max. to 3rd gear) to maintain the set cruise controlled speed by using t...
- Para - As soon as the grade eases, the automatic transmission shifts up again dependent on the se...
- Para - Vehicles with manual transmission:
- Para - The set cruise controlled speed is switched off when declutching exceeds four seconds duri...
- Para - Nevertheless, in some cases you may have to step on the brake pedal to slow down. In this ...
- Para - Use the lever to resume the previously set speed.
- Section - Brake assist system (BAS)
- Title - Brake assist system (BAS)
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - The BAS is designed to maximize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency braking ...
- Para - Applying the brakes very quickly results in maximum BAS assistance.
- Para - To receive the benefit of the system you must apply continuous full braking power during t...
- Para - Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is deactivated.
- Para - If the BAS warning message is displayed, a malfunction has been detected in the system. Th...
- Para - With the ABS malfunctioning, the BAS is also switched off.
- Para - If a BAS warning message is displayed, have the BAS checked at your authorized Mercedes-Be...
- Section - Antilock brake system (ABS)
- Title - Antilock brake system (ABS)
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Important - Important!
- BlockTitle - Important!
- Para - The ABS improves steering control of the vehicle during hard braking maneuvers.
- Para - The ABS prevents the wheels from locking up above a vehicle speed of approximately 5 mph (...
- Para - At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in th...
- Para - Continuous steady brake pedal pressure results in applying the advantages of the ABS, name...
- Para - In the case of an emergency brake maneuver keep continuous full pressure on the brake peda...
- Para - On slippery road surfaces, the ABS will respond even with light brake pedal pressure becau...
- Subtitle - ABS control
- Para - The ABS malfunction indicator lamp
- Para - When the ABS malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on while the engin...
- Para - For
- Para - With the ABS malfunctioning, the BAS and ESP are also switched off. Both malfunction indic...
- Para - If the charging voltage falls below 10volts, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on and ...
- Para - If the ABS malfunction indicator lamp stays illuminated, have the system checked at your a...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Note - Note:
- Section - Electronic stability program (ESP)
- Title - Electronic stability program (ESP)
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - The ESP enhances directional control and reduces driving wheel spin of the vehicle under v...
- Para - Over/understeering of the vehicle is counteracted by applying brakes to the appropriate wh...
- Important - Important!
- Caution - Caution!
- Note - Notes:
- BlockTitle - Notes:
- Para - The yellow ESP warning lamp
- Para - If the ESP warning message is displayed, a malfunction has been detected in the system. Pr...
- Para - Have the ESP checked at your authorized MercedesBenz Center as soon as possible.
- Para - For
- Para - With the ABS malfunctioning, the ESP is also switched off.
- Para - Driving the vehicle with varied size tires will cause the wheels to rotate at different sp...
- Para - When testing the parking brake on a brake test dynamometer, the engine must be shut off. O...
- Para - In winter operation, the maximum effectiveness of the ESP is only achieved with Mercedes-B...
- Subsection - Synchronizing ESP
- Subsection - P42.45-0287-26
- Title - P42.45-0287-26
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - ESP control switch located on center console.
- OrderedList - 1 Press to switch ESP off
- Para - To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep s...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - With the ESP system switched off, the engine torque reduction feature is cancelled. Theref...
- Para - Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions.
- Para - A portion of the ESP system remains active, even with the switch in the OFF position.
- Para - If one drive wheel loses traction and begins to spin, the brake is applied until the wheel...
- Note - Notes:
- BlockTitle - Notes:
- Para - Avoid spinning of one drive wheel. This may cause serious damage to the drive train which ...
- Para - The ESP warning lamp, located in the speedometer dial, starts to flash at any vehicle spee...
- Para - To return to the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP: press lower half (2) of the sw...
- Important - Important!
- Section - What you should know at the gas station
- Title - What you should know at the gas station
- Para - Fuel supply
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - Open flap by pushing near front (arrow). Turn fuel cap to the left and hold on to it until...
- Para - See page
- Subtitle - Fuel
- Para - To prevent fuel vapors from escaping into open air, fully insert filler nozzle unit.
- Para - Only fill fuel tank until the filler nozzle unit cuts out –do not top up or overfill.
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can cause the
- Para - Fuel tank capacity approximately 16.4USgal (62.0l). This includes approximately 2.1US...
- Para - Use premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Octane Index 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON).
- Subtitle - Engine oil
- Para - Checking oil level, see instructions on page
- Para - Recommended engine oils, see Approved Service Products sheet.
- Para - Coolant
- Para - For normal replenishing, use water (potable water quality). For further information refer ...
- Para - Tire pressure
- Para - For tire pressure, refer to tire pressure label inside the fuel filler flap. See page
- Para - Spark plugs
- Para - Approved spark plugs, refer to
- Para - Air conditioner
- Para - R-134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant, refer to
- Para - Bulbs
- Para - High and low beams: H7 (55 W), low beam: Xenon (optional) fog lamps: H B4 (55 W), turn sig...
- Section - Check regularly and before a long trip
- ToC - Contents - Instrument cluster display
- Title - Contents - Instrument cluster display
- ToCEntry - Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 268
- ToCEntry - On-board diagnostic system 268
- ToCEntry - Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 268
- ToCSubEntry - Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 268
- ToCSubEntry - Brake warning lamp 270
- ToCSubEntry - Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp 271
- ToCSubEntry - Fuel reserve warning 271
- ToCSubEntry - ABS malfunction indicator lamp 272
- ToCSubEntry - Electronic stability program (ESP) — warning lamp 273
- ToCEntry - Seat belt nonusage warning lamp 273
- ToCEntry - Malfunction and indicator lamp in the center console 273
- ToCEntry - AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 273
- ToCEntry - Malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display 274
- ToCEntry - DISPLAY DEFECTIVE 275
- ToCSubEntry - DISPLAY DEFECTIVE 275
- ToCSubEntry - BATTERY / ALTERNATOR 276
- ToCSubEntry - ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM 277
- ToCSubEntry - BRAKE ASSIST 277
- ToCSubEntry - BRAKE LINING WEAR 278
- ToCSubEntry - BRAKE FLUID 278
- ToCSubEntry - PARKING BRAKE 279
- ToCSubEntry - SEAT BELT SYSTEM 279
- ToCSubEntry - ELEC. STABIL. PROG. (Electronic stability program) 280
- ToCSubEntry - COOLANT (coolant level) 281
- ToCSubEntry - COOLANT (coolant temperature) 282
- ToCSubEntry - ENGINE OIL LEVEL 283
- ToCSubEntry - LIGHTING SYSTEM 284
- ToCSubEntry - LIGHT SENSOR 286
- ToCSubEntry - DOOR 286
- ToCSubEntry - TRUNK OPEN 287
- ToCSubEntry - HOOD 287
- ToCSubEntry - TELEPHONE – FUNCTION 288
- ToCSubEntry - TELE AID 288
- ToCSubEntry - WASHER FLUID 289
- ToCSubEntry - RESTRAINT SYSTEM 290
- ToCSubEntry - KEY 290
- ToCSubEntry - FUEL RESERVE 291
- ToCSubEntry - UNDERVOLTAGE 291
- ToCSubEntry - STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. 292
- ToCSubEntry - ENTRANCE POSITION 292
- Part - Instrument cluster display
- Section - Instrument cluster display
- Title - Instrument cluster display
- Subtitle - General information:
- Para - If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to light up during the bulb selfcheck when turn...
- Subtitle - Emission control
- Para - Certain systems of the engine serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases with...
- Para - These systems, of course, will function properly only when maintained strictly according t...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - On-board diagnostic system
- Title - On-board diagnostic system
- Subsection - Check engine malfunction indicator lamp
- Title - Check engine malfunction indicator lamp
- Para - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - If the
- Para - The Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection (SFI) control module monitors emission control com...
- Para - If the
- Para - With some exceptions, the control module switches off the
- Para - An on-board diagnostic connector is located in the passenger compartment near to the parki...
- Subsection - Brake warning lamp
- Subsection - Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp
- Subsection - P54.30-2941-21
- Subsection - ABS malfunction indicator lamp
- Title - ABS malfunction indicator lamp
- Para - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - When the ABS malfunction indicator lamp symbol and warning in the instrument cluster remai...
- Para - A malfunctioning ABS control unit can possibly affect the operation of other systems (e.g....
- Para - With the ABS malfunctioning, the BAS and ESP are also switched off. The malfunction indica...
- Para - If the charging voltage falls below 10volts, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on and ...
- Para - Have the system checked at your authorized MercedesBenz Center as soon as possible.
- Para - See page
- Subsection - Electronic stability program (ESP) — warning lamp
- Subsection - Seat belts:Warning lamp
- Section - Malfunction and indicator lamp in the center console
- Section - Malfunction and warning messages
- Title - Malfunction and warning messages
- Para - Malfunction and warning messages for the following systems will be displayed immediately i...
- Para - Messages of most immediate priority.
- Para - These cannot be cleared from the instrument cluster using the reset knob on the instrument...
- Para - Categories C2 and C3:
- Para - Messages of less immediate priority.
- Para - These can be cleared from the instrument cluster using the reset knob on the instrument cl...
- Note - Note:
- Para - Temporary messages such as
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - P54.30-2085-21
- Subsection - P54.30-2089-21
- Subsection - P54.30-2093-21
- Title - P54.30-2093-21
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Table - <TABELLE>
- Footnote - * C = Category, see page
- Para - This message indicates a malfunction which must be repaired immediately.
- Para - It may indicate that the poly-V-belt has broken. Should this condition occur, the poly-V-b...
- Para - Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed.
- Para - Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the MercedesBenz Li...
- Subsection - P54.30-2097-21
- Subsection - P54.30-2097-21
- Subsection - P54.30-2105-21
- Subsection - P54.30-2101-21
- Subsection - P54.30-2129-21
- Subsection - P54.30-2129-21
- Subsection - P54.30-2125-21
- Title - P54.30-2125-21
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Table - <TABELLE>
- Footnote - * C = Category, see page
- Para -
- Para -
- Para -
- Para -
- Footnote - 1 The enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP and the torque reduction feature are u...
- Footnote - 2 This message may be displayed if the power supply was interrupted (battery disconnec...
- Footnote - 3 The system is temporarily unavailable. The reason could be that the self-diagnosis h...
- Footnote - 4 The system is unavailable due to low voltage, e.g. battery not being charged.
- Footnote - 5 A malfunction has been detected in the system. In case of ESP malfunction the ESP wa...
- Footnote - 6 The display or the system is malfunctioning.
- Subsection - P54.30-2137-21
- Title - P54.30-2137-21
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Table - <TABELLE>
- Footnote - * C = Category, see page
- Para - When this message appears while driving, the coolant level has dropped below the required ...
- Para - The low engine coolant level warning should not be ignored. Extended driving with the symb...
- Para - In cases of major or frequent minor coolant loss, have the cooling system checked at your ...
- Note - Note:
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - P54.30-2141-21
- Title - P54.30-2141-21
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Table - <TABELLE>
- Footnote - * C = Category, see page
- Footnote - 1 This may indicate that the poly-V-belt has broken. Should this condition occur, the ...
- Footnote - 2 The cooling fan for the coolant is faulty. Observe the coolant temperature gauge. Se...
- Para - During severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant temperature m...
- Para - The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 120
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - P54.30-2157-21
- Title - P54.30-2157-21
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Table - <TABELLE>
- Footnote - * C = Category, see page
- Footnote - 1 The engine oil level must be checked immediately. See Engine oil level indicator on ...
- Footnote - 2 There is no oil in the engine. There is a danger of engine damage.
- Footnote - 3 There is a risk of damaging the engine or catalytic converter. The engine oil level ...
- Footnote - 4 The engine oil level has dropped to a critical level. Check the engine oil level imm...
- Footnote - 5 The measuring system is malfunctioning.
- Para - When the
- Para - When this occurs, the warning will first come on intermittently and then stay on if the oi...
- Para - If no oil leaks are noted, continue to drive to the nearest service station where the engi...
- Para - The engine oil level warnings should not be ignored. Extended driving with the symbol disp...
- Subsection - P54.30-2145-21
- Title - P54.30-2145-21
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Table - <TABELLE>
- THead - <TABELLENKOPFZEILE>
- TBody - <TABELLENHAUPTTEXT>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Para - In the case of bulb failures in certain lamps, other lamps will substitute. See page
- Footnote - * C = Category, see page
- Footnote - 1 The display or the system is malfunctioning.
- Footnote - 2 The brake lamps are switching on after a delay or are permanently on – visit worksho...
- Footnote - 3 The brake lamp comprises several light emitting diodes. The warning message will onl...
- Footnote - 4 Other bulbs will be brought into use as replacements when certain lamps blow.
- Subsection - P54.30-2149-21
- Subsection - P54.30-2173-21
- Subsection - P54.30-2133-21
- Subsection - HOOD
- Subsection - P54.30-????-21
- Subsection - P54.30-????-21
- Title - P54.30-????-21
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Table - <TABELLE>
- Footnote - * C = Category, see page
- Footnote - 1 The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response; automatic and manual emerge...
- Footnote - See page
- Para - If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above, have the system checked at the nearest Me...
- Subsection - P54.30-2181-21
- Subsection - P54.30-????-21
- Subsection - KEY
- Subsection - FUEL RESERVE
- Subsection - UNDERVOLTAGE
- Subsection - STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. - malfunction and warning messages
- Subsection - ENTRANCE POSITION - malfunction and warning messages
- Section - Instrument cluster display
- ToC - Contents - Practical hints
- Title - Contents - Practical hints
- ToCEntry - First aid kit 294
- ToCEntry - Stowing things in the vehicle 294
- ToCEntry - Fuses 295
- ToCEntry - Hood 297
- ToCEntry - Checking engine oil level 300
- ToCEntry - Automatic transmission fluid level 301
- ToCEntry - Coolant level 301
- ToCEntry - Adding coolant 302
- ToCEntry - Windshield and headlamp washer system 302
- ToCEntry - Spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment 304
- ToCEntry - Vehicle jack 305
- ToCEntry - Wheels 306
- ToCEntry - Tire replacement 306
- ToCEntry - Spare wheel 308
- ToCEntry - Changing wheels 309
- ToCEntry - Tire inflation pressure 315
- ToCEntry - Battery 316
- ToCEntry - Jump starting 318
- ToCEntry - Towing the vehicle 321
- ToCEntry - Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking 325
- ToCEntry - Exterior lamps 326
- ToCEntry - Replacing bulbs 326
- ToCEntry - Trunk lamp 331
- ToCEntry - Changing batteries in the electronic main key 332
- ToCEntry - Synchronizing remote control 334
- ToCEntry - Emergency engine shut-down 334
- ToCEntry - Fuel filler flap, manual release 335
- ToCEntry - Replacing wiper blade insert 337
- ToCEntry - Roof rack 338
- Part - Practical hints
- Section - Practical hints
- Section - Stowing things in the vehicle
- Section - Fuses
- Title - Fuses
- Para - Most of your vehicle’s electrical components are fused with safety fuses. With the excepti...
- Para - The circuit for components is protected by a cycled circuit breaker interrupted if too muc...
- Para - Always use a new fuse for replacement. Never attempt to repair or bridge a blown fuse.
- Para - A fuse chart is located in fuse box(1).
- Para - A fuse extractor is located in the auxiliary fuse box in the trunk, see page
- Subsection - P54.15-2007-26
- Subsection - P54.15-0466-26
- Title - P54.15-0466-26
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 2 Fuse box in engine compartment, left-hand side
- Para - To gain access to fuse box:
- Para - Release clamps(3) and remove the cover.
- Para - To close the fuse box:
- Para - Ensure that the sealing rubber is properly positioned when you replace the cover. Press th...
- Subsection - P82.10-0911-26
- Section - Engine compartment
- Title - Engine compartment
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - <GRAPHIK>
- Note - Note:
- Para - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - To close: Lower the hood and let it drop into lock from a height of approximately 1ft. (3...
- Para - To avoid hood damage, please make sure that hood is fully closed. If not, repeat closing p...
- Section - Checking engine oil level
- Title - Checking engine oil level
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Oil filler cap
- Para - To check the engine oil level, park vehicle on level ground, with engine at normal operati...
- Para - Check engine oil level approximately 5minutes after stopping the engine, allowing for the...
- Para - The engine oil level can be checked via the multifunction display in the instrument cluster.
- Para - Unscrew the oil filler cap and add oil carefully if you need to top up the oil. Fill quant...
- Para - Do not overfill the engine.
- Para - See malfunction and warning messages on page
- Note - Note:
- Section - Automatic transmission fluid level
- Title - Automatic transmission fluid level
- Para - The transmission has a permanent fill of automatic transmission fluid.
- Para - Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks and changes are not required. For this r...
- Para - If you notice fluid leaks or gear shifting malfunctions, have your authorized Mercedes-Ben...
- Section - Coolant level
- Title - Coolant level
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Coolant expansion tank
- Para - To check the coolant level, the vehicle must be parked on level ground and the engine stop...
- Para - Check coolant level only when coolant is cold.
- Para - The coolant level should reach the black top part of the reservoir.
- Para - See page
- Subsection - Adding coolant
- Title - Adding coolant
- Para - If coolant has to be added, a 50/50 mixture of water and MB anticorrosion/antifreeze sho...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- TBody - <TABELLENHAUPTTEXT>
- Section - Windshield washer system
- Title - Windshield washer system
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Windshield and headlamp washer fluid reservoir
- Para - The reservoir should be refilled with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate and water (or conce...
- Para - Vehicles without headlamp cleaning system: Capacity approximately 3.2 US qt (3.0 l)
- Para - Vehicles with headlamp cleaning system: Capacity approximately 6.4 US qt (6.0 l)
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio
- Section - Spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment
- Title - Spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Vehicle tool kit and towingeyebolt
- Para - Lift trunk floor and engage handle in upper edge of trunk.
- Para - Always lower trunk floor before closing trunk lid.
- Para - To remove the spare wheel: Take out the vehicle tool kit tray. Turn the luggage bowl count...
- Para - To store spare wheel: Place spare wheel in wheel well and secure it with luggage bowl. Tur...
- Para - Place vehicle tool kit tray in luggage bowl.
- Section - Jack
- Title - Jack
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - To prepare the jack for use:
- Para - Remove the jack from the spare wheel well under the trunk floor.
- Para - Push the crank handle up and turn clockwise until it engages (operational position).
- Subsection -
- Section - Wheels
- Title - Wheels
- Para - Replace rims or tires with the same designation, manufacturer and type as shown on the ori...
- Para - See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims an...
- Subsection - Tire replacement
- Title - Tire replacement
- Para - Front and rear tires should be replaced in sets. Rims and tires must be of the correct siz...
- Para - We recommend that you break in new tires for approximately 60miles (100km) at moderate s...
- Para - It is imperative that the wheel mounting bolts be fastened to a tightening torque of 110 f...
- Para - For rim and tire specifications, refer to
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - Rotating wheels
- Title - Rotating wheels
- Para - The wheels can be rotated according to the degree of tire wear while retaining the same di...
- Para - Rotating, however, should be carried out as recommended by the tire manufacturer, before t...
- Note - Notes:
- BlockTitle - Notes:
- Para - Thoroughly clean the inner side of the wheels any time you rotate the wheels or wash the v...
- Para - The use of retread tires is not recommended. Retread tires may adversely affect the handli...
- Para - Dented or bent rims can cause tire pressure loss and damage to the tire beads. For this re...
- Para - Check and ensure proper tire inflation pressure after rotating the wheels. For tire inflat...
- Section - Spare wheel
- Title - Spare wheel
- Important - Important!
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - Spare wheel
- Title - Spare wheel
- Para - The spare wheel rim size is 7 J x 16 H2 (C 240 Canada only - steel rims 6
- Para - In the case of a flat tire or breakdown, you may temporarily use the spare wheel, while ob...
- ItemizedList - • Do not exceed vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h).
- Para - For additional information, refer to page
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - Changing wheels
- Title - Changing wheels
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - Move vehicle to a level area which is a safe distance from the roadway.
- OrderedList - 1. Set parking brake and turn on hazard warning flasher.
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - P40.10-0520-26
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- Note - Notes:
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - Tire inflation pressure
- Title - Tire inflation pressure
- Para - A table (see fuel filler flap) lists the tire inflation pressures specified for Mercedes-B...
- Important - Important!
- BlockTitle - Important!
- Para - Tire pressure changes by approximately 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18
- Para - Example:
- Para - If garage temperature = approximately +68
- Para - Tire pressures listed for light loads are minimum values offering high driving comfort. In...
- Para - Tire temperature and pressure increase with the vehicle speed. Tire pressure should theref...
- Para - An underinflated tire due to a slow leak (e.g. due to a nail in the tire) may cause damage...
- Para - If a tire constantly loses air, it should be inspected for damage.
- Para - The spare tire should be checked periodically for condition and inflation. Spare tire will...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - Battery
- Title - Battery
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Important - Important!
- BlockTitle - Important!
- Para - Battery replacement information:
- Para - The maintenance-free battery is located in the engine compartment on the right hand side.
- Para - The service life of the battery is dependent on its condition of charge. The battery shoul...
- Para - Therefore, we strongly recommend that you have the battery charge checked frequently, and ...
- Para - Only charge a battery with a battery charger after the battery has been disconnected from ...
- Para - Always disconnect the battery negative lead first and connect last.
- Para - When removing and connecting the battery, always make sure that all electrical consumers a...
- Para - While the engine is running the battery terminal clamps must not be loosened or detached, ...
- Para - P54.10-2054-26
- Para - Release three clamps(1) and remove filter box.
- Para - Installation of filter box:
- Para - Install filter box properly and secure with threeclamps(1).
- Note - Note:
- Subsection - Battery recycling
- Title - Battery recycling
- Para - Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment with improper disposal.
- Para - Large 12 Volt storage batteries contain lead.
- Para - Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal.
- Para - Many states require sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling.
- Section - Jump starting
- Title - Jump starting
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Important - Important!
- Para - If the battery is discharged, the engine should be started with jumper cables and the (12 ...
- Para - Only use 12 V battery to jump start your vehicle. Jump starting with more powerful battery...
- Para - The battery is located in the engine compartment on the right hand side.
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - Proceed as follows:
- OrderedList - 1. Position the vehicle with the charged battery so that the jumper cables will rea...
- Important - Important!
- Important - Important!
- Note - Note:
- Section - Towing the vehicle
- Title - Towing the vehicle
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Important - Important!
- Para - Towing of the vehicle should only be done using the properly installed towing eye bolt. Ne...
- Note - Notes:
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - To remove cover: Press mark on cover in direction of arrow and lift cover off to reveal th...
- Para - To reinstall cover: Fit cover and snap into place.
- OrderedList - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - To remove cover: Press mark on cover in direction of arrow and lift cover off to reveal th...
- Para - To reinstall cover: Fit cover and snap into place.
- Para - We recommend that the vehicle be transported using flat bed equipment. This method is pref...
- Important - Important!
- Para - Towing restrictions for vehicles with automatic transmission:
- Para - The vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the ground and the selector lever in position
- Para - To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the transmission, however, we recommend ...
- Para - Do not tow with sling-type equipment. Towing with sling-type equipment over bumpy roads wi...
- Para - Use wheel lift, dolly, or flat bed equipment, with electronic key in starter switch turned...
- Note - Note:
- Caution - Caution!
- Subsection - Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking
- Title - Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - In the case of power failure the transmission selector lever can be manually unlocked, e.g...
- Para - To do so, open storage compartment in front of center armrest.
- Para - Using a small coin, release the coin holder(1) and swing it aside.
- Para - Insert a tool(2), e.g. the screw driver, into the opening below the coin holder. While pu...
- Para - After removal of the tool from the opening, reinstall the coin holder.
- Para - The selector lever is locked again when moving it to position
- Section - Exterior lamps
- Title - Exterior lamps
- Subsection - Headlamp adjustment
- Title - Headlamp adjustment
- Para - Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important. Check and readjust headlamps at regula...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- TBody - <TABELLENHAUPTTEXT>
- Subsection - Replacing bulbs
- Title - Replacing bulbs
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Note - Notes:
- BlockTitle - Notes:
- Para - To prevent a possible electrical short circuit, switch off lamp prior to replacing a bulb.
- Para - When replacing bulbs, install only 12 volt bulbs with the specified watt rating.
- Para - When replacing halogen bulbs do not touch glass portion of bulb with bare hands. Use plain...
- Para - If the newly installed bulb does not light up, switch the lamp off and on again. If the bu...
- Subsection - P82.10-0912-26
- Subsection - P82.10-0913-26
- Subsection - Exterior lamps:Bulbs for high and low beam
- Title - Exterior lamps:Bulbs for high and low beam
- Para - Open hood.
- Para - Press the clamp and remove headlamp cover(1or2).
- Para - Pull electrical connector off.
- Para - Unclip the retainer spring and take out the bulb.
- Para - Insert the new bulb so that the base locates in the recess on the holder.
- Para - Clip in retainer springs and plug the connector onto the bulb.
- Para - Align headlamp cover (1or2) and click into place.
- Para - Xenon
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Subsection - Exterior lamps:Turn signal lamp
- Subsection - Exterior lamps:Parking and standing lamp
- Subsection - P82.10-0917-26
- Title - P82.10-0917-26
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - Open trunk lid.
- Para - Fold trim to the side.
- Para - Turn locking lever (1) to vertical position and remove bulb carrier.
- Para - Push bulb into socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.
- Para - Insert new bulb in socket, push in and twist clockwise. Reinstall bulb socket.
- Para - Reinstall trim.
- Subsection -
- Subsection - P82.10-2199-26
- Subsection - Exterior lamps:High mounted stop lamp
- Section - Standby bulb function
- Title - Standby bulb function
- Para - a) The stop lamps, dimmed, will act as a replacement lamp, if one taillamp stops working.
- Para - b) The left stop lamp acts as a replacement for the rear fog lamp, if it stops working.
- Para - c) The respective fog lamp, dimmed, will act as a replacement lamp, if the left or right s...
- Note - Notes:
- Section - Trunk lamp
- Section - Electronic main key:Changing batteries
- Title - Electronic main key:Changing batteries
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- OrderedList - 1 Transmit buttons
- Subsection - Checking batteries
- Subsection - P80.30-2062-26 (2c)
- Title - P80.30-2062-26 (2c)
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Subtitle - Changing batteries
- Para - Move locking tab(3) in direction of right arrow and remove mechanical key(4, left arrow).
- Para - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - Remove mechanical key from side opening.
- Para - Carefully remove battery compartment in direction of arrow(6).
- Para - P80.xx-xxxx-26
- Para - Return battery compartment into housing until locked in place and slide mechanical key bac...
- Important - Important!
- Subsection - Electronic main key:Synchronizing remote control
- Section - Emergency engine shut-down
- Title - Emergency engine shut-down
- Para - If the engine can no longer be stopped using the electronic key, the engine can be turned ...
- Para - For easy removal of fuses use the fuse extractor (located in the auxiliary fuse box in the...
- Para - The fuse chart is located in the fuse box in the passenger compartment.
- Para - For fuses see page
- Section - Fuel filler flap, manual release
- Section - Emergency operation of sliding/pop-up roof
- Title - Emergency operation of sliding/pop-up roof
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - The sliding/pop-up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunctio...
- Para - The sliding/pop-up roof drive is located behind the lens(1) of the interior overhead li...
- Para - <GRAPHIK>
- Note - Note:
- Para - Obtain crank (3) (supplied with vehicle) and insert through hole.
- Para - To slide roof closed or to raise the roof at the rear: turn crank clockwise.
- Para - To slide the roof open or to lower the roof at the rear: turn crank counterclockwise.
- Para - See page
- Section - Replacing wiper blade insert
- Title - Replacing wiper blade insert
- Para - For safety reasons, remove electronic key from steering lock before replacing the wiper bl...
- Note - Notes:
- Para - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - Fold wiper arm forward. Press safety tab down(1), push wiper blade downward(2) and remove.
- Subsection - P82.30-2037-26
- Title - P82.30-2037-26
- Figure - <GRAPHIK>
- Para - Place wiper blade on firm support. Press down both tabs and slide (direction of arrow) the...
- Para - Installation:
- Para - Slide (direction of arrow) wiper blade insert into retainer claws until tabs are engaged.
- Para - Slide wiper blade onto wiper arm until it locks in place.
- Section - Roof rack
- ToC - Contents - Vehicle care
- Title - Contents - Vehicle care
- ToCEntry - Cleaning and care of the vehicle 340
- ToCEntry - Power washer 341
- ToCSubEntry - Power washer 341
- ToCSubEntry - Tar stains 341
- ToCSubEntry - Paintwork, painted body components 341
- ToCSubEntry - Engine cleaning 342
- ToCSubEntry - Vehicle washing 342
- ToCSubEntry - Ornamental moldings 343
- ToCSubEntry - Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses 343
- ToCSubEntry - Window cleaning 343
- ToCSubEntry - Wiper blade 343
- ToCSubEntry - Light alloy wheels 344
- ToCSubEntry - Instrument cluster 344
- ToCSubEntry - Steering wheel and gear selector lever 344
- ToCSubEntry - Cup holder 344
- ToCSubEntry - Seat belts 345
- ToCSubEntry - Headliner and shelf below rear window 345
- ToCSubEntry - Leather upholstery 345
- ToCSubEntry - Hard plastic trim items 345
- ToCSubEntry - Plastic and rubber parts 345
- Part - Vehicle care
- Section - Vehicle care
- Title - Vehicle care
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - In operation, your vehicle is subjected to varying external influences which, if gone unch...
- Para - Such damage is caused not only by extreme and varying climatic conditions, but also by air...
- Para - More frequent washings are necessary to deal with unfavorable conditions; for example, nea...
- Para - You should check your vehicle from time to time for stone chipping or other damage. Any da...
- Para - In doing so, do not neglect the underside of the vehicle. A prerequisite for a thorough ch...
- Para - Your vehicle has been treated at the factory with a wax- base rustproofing in the body cav...
- Para - We have selected car-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matche...
- Para - Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion or damage due to negligent or incorrect care cann...
- Para - The following topics deal with the cleaning and care of your vehicle and give important
- Para - Additional information can be found in the booklet titled
- Subsection - Power washer
- Subsection - Tar stains
- Subsection - Paintwork, painted body components
- Title - Paintwork, painted body components
- Para - Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Care should be applied when water drops on the paint surface ...
- Para - Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Cleaner should be applied if paint surface shows signs of dir...
- Para - Do not apply any of these products or wax if your vehicle is parked in the sun or if the h...
- Para - Use the appropriate MB-Touch-Up Stick for quick and provisional repairs of minor paint dam...
- Subsection - Engine cleaning
- Subsection - Vehicle washing
- Title - Vehicle washing
- Para - Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight. Use only a mild car wash det...
- Para - Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet of water. Direct only a very weak spray t...
- Para - Rinse with clear water and thoroughly wipe dry with a chamois. Do not allow cleaning agent...
- Para - Due to the width of the vehicle, prior to running the vehicle through an automatic car was...
- Para - In the winter, thoroughly remove all traces of road salt as soon as possible.
- Para - When washing the underbody, do not forget to clean the inner sides of the wheels.
- Subsection - Ornamental moldings
- Subsection - Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses
- Subsection - Window cleaning
- Subsection - Wiper blade
- Subsection - Light alloy wheels
- Subsection - Instrument cluster
- Subsection - Steering wheel and gear selector lever
- Subsection - Cup holder
- Subsection - Seat belts
- Subsection - Headliner and shelf below rear window
- Subsection - Leather upholstery
- Title - Leather upholstery
- Para - Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the tendency to give off color...
- Para - Leather Upholstery Wipe leather upholstery with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean w...
- Para - MB Tex Upholstery Pour Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care onto soft lint-free cloth and ...
- Subsection - Hard plastic trim items
- Subsection - Plastic and rubber parts
- Section - Vehicle care
- ToC - Contents - Technical data
- Title - Contents - Technical data
- ToCEntry - Spare parts service 348
- ToCEntry - Warranty coverage 348
- ToCEntry - Identification labels 349
- ToCEntry - Layout of poly-V-belt drive 350
- ToCEntry - Technical data 351
- ToCEntry - Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities 355
- ToCEntry - Engine oils 357
- ToCEntry - Engine oil additives 357
- ToCEntry - Air conditioner refrigerant 357
- ToCEntry - Brake fluid 357
- ToCEntry - Premium unleaded gasoline 358
- ToCEntry - Fuel requirements 358
- ToCEntry - Gasoline additives 359
- ToCEntry - Coolants 359
- ToCEntry - Consumer information 361
- ToCEntry - Uniform tire quality grading 361
- Part - Technical data
- Section - Technical data
- Title - Technical data
- Para - All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of original spare parts required for...
- Para - More than 300000 different spare parts, for MercedesBenz models, are available.
- Para - Mercedes-Benz original spare parts are subjected to stringent quality inspections. Each pa...
- Para - Therefore, Mercedes-Benz original spare parts should be installed.
- Important - Important!
- Section - Warranty coverage
- Section - Identification labels
- Section - P13.22-2008-26
- Section - Technical data
- Title - Technical data
- Table - <TABELLE>
- THead - <TABELLENKOPFZEILE>
- TBody - <TABELLENHAUPTTEXT>
- Subsection - Rims — Tires
- Subsection - Electrical system
- Subsection - Weights
- Subsection - Main Dimensions
- Section - Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities
- Title - Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities
- Para -
- Table - <TABELLE>
- Table - <TABELLE>
- THead - <TABELLENKOPFZEILE>
- TBody - <TABELLENHAUPTTEXT>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Row - <TABELLENREIHE>
- Section - Engine oils
- Section - Engine oil additives
- Section - Air conditioner refrigerant
- Section - Brake fluid
- Title - Brake fluid
- Para - During vehicle operation, the boiling point of the brake fluid is continuously reduced thr...
- Para - The brake fluid must therefore be replaced every two years, preferably in the spring.
- Para - It is recommended to use only brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz. Your authorized Merce...
- Section - Premium unleaded gasoline
- Section - Fuel requirements
- Title - Fuel requirements
- Para - Use only Premium unleaded meeting ASTM standard D 439:
- Para - The octane number (posted at the pump) must be 91min. It is an average of both the Resear...
- Para - Unleaded gasoline containing oxygenates such as Ethanol, IPA, IBA and TBA can be used prov...
- Para - The ratio of Methanol to gasoline must not exceed 3% plus additional cosolvents.
- Para - Using mixtures of Ethanol and Methanol is not allowed. Gasohol, which contains 10% Ethanol...
- Para - These blends must also meet all other fuel requirements such as resistance to spark knock,...
- Section - Gasoline additives
- Title - Gasoline additives
- Para - A major concern among engine manufacturers is carbon build up caused by gasoline. Mercedes...
- Para - After an extended period of using fuels without such additives, carbon deposits can build ...
- ItemizedList - • warm-up hesitation,
- Para - Do not blend other specific fuel additives with fuel. They only result in unnecessary cost...
- Para - Damage or malfunctions resulting from poor fuel quality or from blending specific fuel add...
- Section - Coolants
- Title - Coolants
- Para - The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides:
- ItemizedList - • corrosion protection,
- Para - The cooling system was filled at the factory with a coolant providing freeze protection to...
- Para - If the antifreeze mixture is effective to - 22
- Para - The coolant solution must be used year round to provide the necessary corrosion protection...
- Para - To provide the important corrosion protection, the solution must be at least 45% anticorro...
- Para - If the coolant level is low, water and MB anticorrosion/ antifreeze should be used to bri...
- Para - The water in the cooling system must meet minimum requirements, which are usually satisfie...
- Para - Anticorrosion/antifreeze
- Para - Your vehicle contains a number of aluminium parts. The use of aluminium components in moto...
- Para - Therefore the following product is strongly recommended for use in your vehicle: Mercedes-...
- Para - Before the start of the winter season (or once a year in the hot southern regions), you sh...
- Para - Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity
- Table - <TABELLE>
- Section - Consumer information
- Title - Consumer information
- Para - This has been prepared as required of all manufactures of passenger cars under Title 49, C...
- Para - Uniform tire quality grading
- Para - Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder a...
- Para -
- Table - <TABELLE>
- Para - All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these g...
- Para - Treadwear
- Para - The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested...
- Para - Traction
- Para - The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent th...
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Para - Temperature
- Para - The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire‘s resistance t...
- Para -
- Para -
- Warning - <TABELLE>
- Section - Technical data
- Index - Index
- Title - Index
- GroupTitle - A
- IndexEntry - Airbags 65
- IndexEntry - ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
- IndexEntry - Malfunction and warning message 277
- IndexEntry - Antilock brake system (ABS) 258
- IndexEntry - Antitheft alarm system 38
- IndexEntry - Ashtrays 199
- IndexEntry - Audio system
- IndexEntry - Button and soft key operation 163
- IndexSubEntry - Button and soft key operation 163
- IndexSubEntry - Cassette mode 169
- IndexSubEntry - CD changer 174
- IndexSubEntry - CD mode 173
- IndexSubEntry - Operating and display elements 161
- IndexSubEntry - Operating safety 160
- IndexSubEntry - Operation 163
- IndexSubEntry - Operation Audio and telephone 160
- IndexSubEntry - Radio mode 166
- IndexSubEntry - Telephone operation 177
- IndexEntry - Audio systems 98
- IndexEntry - Cassette player 100
- IndexEntry - Automatic central locking 34
- IndexEntry - Automatic climate control 146
- IndexEntry - Activated charcoal filter 154
- IndexSubEntry - Activated charcoal filter 154
- IndexSubEntry - Adjustable air outlets, rear passenger compartment 159
- IndexSubEntry - Air recirculation 153
- IndexSubEntry - Air volume, manual 151
- IndexSubEntry - Basic setting 150
- IndexSubEntry - Defrosting 152
- IndexSubEntry - Display and controls 148
- IndexSubEntry - Dust filter 150
- IndexSubEntry - Economy mode 155
- IndexSubEntry - Front center console storage compartment ventilation 158
- IndexSubEntry - Residual engine heat utilization 156
- IndexSubEntry - Special settings 151
- IndexSubEntry - Windows fogged up on the inside 152
- IndexSubEntry - Windows fogged up on the outside 152
- IndexEntry - Automatic transmission 234
- IndexEntry - Fluid level 301
- GroupTitle - B
- IndexEntry - BabySmart
- IndexEntry - Battery 316
- IndexEntry - Block heater 252
- IndexEntry - Brake assist system (BAS) 257
- GroupTitle - C
- IndexEntry - Cellular telephone 210
- IndexEntry - Center console 18
- IndexEntry - Central locking switch 33
- IndexEntry - Central locking system 25
- IndexEntry - Automatic central locking 34
- IndexSubEntry - Automatic central locking 34
- IndexSubEntry - Central locking switch 33
- IndexSubEntry - Choosing global or selective mode 27
- IndexSubEntry - Doors 31
- IndexSubEntry - General notes 24
- IndexSubEntry - Locking and unlocking with remote control 27
- IndexSubEntry - Mechanical keys 30
- IndexSubEntry - Obtaining replacement keys 23
- IndexSubEntry - Summer opening/convenience feature 29
- IndexSubEntry - Vehicle keys 22
- IndexEntry - Check regularly and before a long trip 266
- IndexEntry - Checking engine oil level 300
- IndexEntry - Climate control 138
- IndexEntry - Adjustable air outlets, rear passenger compartment 159
- IndexSubEntry - Adjustable air outlets, rear passenger compartment 159
- IndexSubEntry - Air recirculation 144
- IndexSubEntry - Basic setting 142
- IndexSubEntry - Defrosting 143
- IndexSubEntry - Display and controls 140
- IndexSubEntry - Dust filter 141
- IndexSubEntry - Economy mode 145
- IndexSubEntry - Front center console storage compartment ventilation 158
- IndexSubEntry - Residual engine heat utilization 145
- IndexSubEntry - Special settings 142
- IndexSubEntry - Windows fogged up on the inside 143
- IndexSubEntry - Windows fogged up on the outside 144
- IndexEntry - COMAND, radio, telephone and two-way radio 218
- IndexEntry - Combination switch 134
- IndexEntry - Control and operation of radio transmitters 218
- IndexEntry - Coolant level 301
- IndexEntry - Coolant temperature gauge 124
- IndexEntry - Cruise control 254
- IndexEntry - Cup holder 197
- GroupTitle - D
- IndexEntry - Dashboard 16
- IndexEntry - Door control panel 14
- IndexEntry - Door entry lamps 190
- IndexEntry - Drive sensibly - Save Fuel 244
- GroupTitle - E
- IndexEntry - Easy-entry/exit feature 41
- IndexEntry - Electronic main key 23
- IndexEntry - Changing batteries 332
- IndexEntry - Electronic stability program (ESP) 260
- IndexEntry - Emergency engine shut-down 334
- IndexEntry - Emergency operation of sliding/pop-up roof 335
- IndexEntry - Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) 64
- IndexEntry - Emergency unlocking in case of accident 34
- IndexEntry - Engine oil consumption 129
- IndexEntry - Engine oil level indicator 128
- IndexEntry - Enlarged cargo area 207
- IndexEntry - ENTRANCE POSITION - malfunction and warning messages 292
- IndexEntry - Exterior lamp switch 130
- IndexEntry - Daytime running lamp mode 132
- IndexEntry - Exterior lamps 326
- IndexEntry - Additional turn signals on the exterior mirror 330
- IndexSubEntry - Additional turn signals on the exterior mirror 330
- IndexSubEntry - Bulbs for high and low beam 328
- IndexSubEntry - Headlamp assembly 327
- IndexSubEntry - High mounted stop lamp 330
- IndexSubEntry - License plate lamps 330
- IndexSubEntry - Parking and standing lamp 328
- IndexSubEntry - Replacing bulbs 326
- IndexSubEntry - Taillamp assemblies 329
- IndexSubEntry - Turn signal lamp 328
- IndexEntry - Exterior mirror adjustment 81
- IndexEntry - Exterior mirror, front passenger side, parking position 82
- GroupTitle - F
- IndexEntry - First aid kit 294
- IndexEntry - Flexible service system (FSS) 125
- IndexEntry - Front airbags 65
- IndexEntry - Front center console storage compartment ventilation 158
- IndexEntry - Front seat adjustment 42
- IndexEntry - Fuel filler flap, manual release 335
- IndexEntry - Fuel reserve warning 271
- IndexEntry - Fuses 295
- GroupTitle - G
- IndexEntry - Garage door opener 212
- IndexEntry - Glove box 194
- GroupTitle - H
- IndexEntry - Hazard warning flasher switch 137
- IndexEntry - Head restraints
- IndexEntry - Rear seat 52
- IndexEntry - Head restraints, front seats
- IndexEntry - Removal and installation 47
- IndexEntry - Headlamp cleaning system 133
- IndexEntry - Headlamp mode 131
- IndexEntry - Heated seats 50
- GroupTitle - I
- IndexEntry - Identification labels 349
- IndexEntry - Individual settings 111
- IndexEntry - "CONVENIENCE" 121
- IndexEntry - Infant and child restraint systems 73
- IndexEntry - Child seat mounts 76
- IndexEntry - Instrument cluster 88
- IndexEntry - Instruments and controls 12
- IndexEntry - Center console 18
- IndexEntry - Interior 193
- IndexEntry - Interior lighting 189
- GroupTitle - J
- IndexEntry - Jack 305
- IndexEntry - Jump starting 318
- GroupTitle - L
- IndexEntry - Lighter 201
- IndexEntry - Loading instructions (Vehicle with enlarged cargo area) 209
- IndexEntry - Locator lighting 133
- IndexEntry - Locking the vehicle with remote control 27
- GroupTitle - M
- IndexEntry - Maintenance 219
- IndexEntry - Malfunction/warning message memory 109
- IndexEntry - Manual seat 45, 48
- IndexEntry - Manual transmission 233
- IndexEntry - Memory function 85
- IndexEntry - Mirror, exterior, parking position, front passenger side 82
- IndexEntry - Multicontour seat 49
- IndexEntry - Multifunction display 92
- IndexEntry - Coolant temperature 96
- IndexEntry - Multifunction steering wheel 92
- GroupTitle - N
- IndexEntry - Navigation system 106
- IndexEntry - Night security illumination 132
- GroupTitle - O
- IndexEntry - On-board diagnostic system 268
- IndexEntry - Overhead control panel 15
- GroupTitle - P
- IndexEntry - Panic button 30
- IndexEntry - Parcel net in front passenger footwell 202
- IndexEntry - Parking brake 243
- IndexEntry - Power windows 184
- IndexEntry - Blocking of rear door window operation 186
- IndexEntry - Problems with your vehicle 8
- IndexEntry - Product information 1
- GroupTitle - R
- IndexEntry - Rain sensor 135
- IndexEntry - Rear passenger compartment adjustable air outlets 159
- IndexEntry - Rear window defroster 157
- IndexEntry - Rear window sunshade 191
- IndexEntry - Removal and installation of front seat head restraints 47
- IndexEntry - Replacement keys
- IndexEntry - Obtaining 23
- IndexEntry - Replacing wiper blade insert 337
- IndexEntry - Reporting Safety Defects 9
- IndexEntry - REST 145, 156
- IndexEntry - Roof rack 338
- GroupTitle - S
- IndexEntry - Seat belt nonusage warning system 56
- IndexEntry - Seat belts 55
- IndexEntry - Fastening 58
- IndexEntry - Seat belts and integrated restraint system 55
- IndexEntry - Seats
- IndexEntry - Front seat adjustment 42
- IndexEntry - Setting the audio volume 123
- IndexEntry - Side impact airbags 68
- IndexEntry - Ski sack 202
- IndexEntry - Sliding/pop-up roof 187
- IndexEntry - Opening and closing 29
- IndexEntry - Spare wheel 308
- IndexEntry - Spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment 304
- IndexEntry - Split folding rear seat bench 207
- IndexEntry - Standby bulb function 331
- IndexEntry - Start lock-out 24
- IndexEntry - Starter switch 230
- IndexEntry - Starting and turning off the engine 232
- IndexEntry - STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. - malfunction and warning messages 292
- IndexEntry - Steering lock
- IndexEntry - See starter switch 230
- IndexEntry - Steering wheel
- IndexEntry - Easy-entry/exit feature 41
- IndexEntry - Steering wheel adjustment
- IndexEntry - electrical 79
- IndexEntry - Storage compartments and armrests 193
- IndexEntry - Storing mirror positions 81
- IndexEntry - Storing seat positions 44
- IndexEntry - Stowing things in the vehicle 294
- IndexEntry - Sun visors 192
- IndexEntry - Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) 63
- GroupTitle - T
- IndexEntry - Technical data 351
- IndexEntry - Tele Aid 220
- IndexEntry - Initiating an emergency call 222
- IndexEntry - Telephone 101
- IndexEntry - Incoming call 105
- IndexEntry - Telephone, general 211
- IndexEntry - Telephones and two-way radios 218
- IndexEntry - Telescoping steering column - malfunction and warning messages 292
- IndexEntry - The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) 219
- IndexEntry - Tire inflation pressure 315
- IndexEntry - Tow-away alarm 39
- IndexEntry - Towing the vehicle 321
- IndexEntry - Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking 325
- IndexEntry - Trip computer 107
- IndexEntry - Trunk 35
- IndexEntry - Opening 28
- IndexEntry - Trunk lamp 331
- GroupTitle - U
- IndexEntry - Unlocking the vehicle with remote control 27
- GroupTitle - V
- IndexEntry - Vanity mirrors 192
- IndexEntry - Vehicle keys 22
- IndexEntry - Vehicle tools 304
- GroupTitle - W
- IndexEntry - What you should know at the gas station 264
- IndexEntry - Wheels 306
- IndexEntry - Where to find it 7
- IndexEntry - Window curtain airbag 68
- IndexEntry - Windshield washer system 302
- IndexEntry - Wiper blade
- IndexEntry - Replacing insert 337
- Reference - Service and Literature
- Title - Service and Literature
- Para - Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and original Mercedes-Benz pa...
- Para - If your are interested in obtaining service literature for your vehicle, please contact yo...
- Para - For further information you can find us on the Mercedes-Benz web-site
- Para - We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data a...
- Para - Titleillustrationno.P00.00-3006-26
- Para - Press time 03/31/00 MBUSA/TI Printed in the U.S.A.
- Jacket -