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8FFastening the seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . 54First aid kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472Flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
COMAND navigation (introduction)98UpdatingAfter you have loaded the DVD, you will see amessage to the effect that the disc does notcontain a recogniza
COMAND navigation (introduction)99XTo allow the update to run to the endwithout canceling: Take no further action.If the update is successfully comple
COMAND navigation (introduction)100software which is compatible with thesystem software.iPlease note that the update must beallowed to run to the end
COMAND navigation (introduction)101XDeleting message: Switch COMAND offand back on.iIf you switch the navigation system off/on, it will be operational
COMAND navigation (introduction)102Info(only with routeguidance active)Traffic (TMC) Route(only with routeguidance active)Position RPT(only with route
COMAND navigation (introduction)103Example illustration: Map with route guidanceinactive and with the menu system hidden (fullscreen mode)1Current veh
COMAND navigation (introduction)1041Cross hair2Details of the cross hair position3Map scaleiDisplay 2 may be the name of a road, forexample, provided
COMAND navigation (introduction)105XSelect map perspective: Select Navi£ Navi £ Map Display.The map display list appears. A dot Rindicates the current
COMAND navigation (introduction)106Arrival time and distanceYou can set whether the estimated arrivaltime and the distance to the destinationshould be
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)107distance taking distance and driving timeinto account.XSelect Navi £ Navi £ Mode.The mode list app
9HHard plastic trim items, cleaning . . 468Hazard warning flasher . . . . . . . . . . . 320Headlamp cleaning system . . . . . . . 320HeadlampsActive
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)108Entering a destination by the addressIntroductioniIt is not possible to enter an address whenthe v
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)109List of states with input characters1Top list entry based on the input data upto that point2Charac
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)110XSelecting a state: Slide qmr or rotateymz.XCanceling selection: Select Back bysliding om and pres
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)111for the selected state (USA) or province(Canada).XContinuing destination entry: Select oneof the m
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)112characters 4 disappear. You see the list ofzip codes without the input characters. Hereyou can con
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)113If COMAND cannot clearly attribute apreviously entered street to a city, onlythose cities are avai
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)114XDeleting individual characters:Select ) in the bottom line and press n.XDeleting an entire entry:
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)115iIn this case, entering a POI is based on thecity seen in the address input menu.RSave: Saving a d
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)116XDeleting individual characters:Select ) in the bottom line and press n.XDeleting an entire entry:
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)117iIn this case, using the map for destinationentry is based on the city seen in theaddress input me
10Global locking (KEYLESS-GO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293Global locking (SmartKey) . . . . . . . 291Global unlocking (
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)118While the characters are being selected asdescribed below, top list entry 1 alwaysshows the center
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)119RSave: Saving a destination in thedestination memory (Y page 145)RStart: Starting the route calcul
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)120iIn this case, using the map for destinationentry is based on the city seen in theaddress input me
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)121XCanceling an entry: Select Back in thebottom line and press n.orXPress back button L in the cente
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)122XIn the address input menu, selectIntersection.The list of intersections appears either withor wit
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)123List of intersections without inputcharactersXSelecting an intersection: Slide qmr orrotate ymz.XC
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)124whether you want to end the current routeguidance.XSelect Yes or No.If you select Yes, COMAND will
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)125While the characters are being selected asdescribed below, the top list entry 1 alwaysshows the de
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)126Entering a destination from the list oflast destinationsXSelect Navi £ Destination £ FromLast Dest
COMAND navigation system (entering a destination)127you will see the display Destination frommap.XStarting route calculation: SelectStart, see also (Y
11MMaintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Maintenance Call, automatic (TeleAid) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry)128XEnter a destination from thedestination memory (Y page 124).RFrom Last Destinations selection:XE
COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry)129XThen proceed as described in the “Enteringa city” section (Y page 112).XAfter entering the city,
COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry)130Entering a categoryDepending on the number of availablecategories, the main category list appears
COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry)131Main category list without inputcharactersExample illustration: Main category list for POIs inthe
COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry)132The illustration below shows by way ofexample the POI list for the RESTAURANT maincategory, FRENC
COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry)133While the characters are being selected asdescribed below, the top list entry 1 alwaysshows the P
COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry)134XExpanding list: In one of the lists selectOptions £ Expand Search.The list is expanded.Options o
COMAND navigation system (route guidance)135COMAND navigation system (routeguidance)Route guidanceGObserve Safety notes, seepage 95.COMAND guides you
COMAND navigation system (route guidance)136The following example illustration shows theintersection zoom in the right half.1Next road2Driving maneuve
COMAND navigation system (route guidance)137Example of a display without drivingmaneuvers1Main destination <2Stopover = (only visible if a stopover
12Multifunction steering wheelAdjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232Cleaning . . .
COMAND navigation system (route guidance)138Before the vehicle reaches a partially digitizedarea, COMAND notifies you of this with thefollowing announ
COMAND navigation system (route guidance)139guides you for as long as possible withnavigation announcements and displays onroads known to the system.S
COMAND navigation system (route guidance)140Off-road during route guidanceThe road layout may differ from the data onthe digital map, due to road cons
COMAND navigation system (during route guidance)141COMAND navigation system (duringroute guidance)Cancel route guidanceXSelect Destination £ Cancel Ro
COMAND navigation system (during route guidance)142iCOMAND uses the time set in COMANDas the basis for calculating the estimatedarrival time. The cloc
COMAND navigation system (real-time traffic)1431Blocked route section2Current vehicle position; the triangleindicates the vehicle’s direction of trave
COMAND navigation system (real-time traffic)144The following shows the possible symboldisplays.1Traffic jam on the route (symbol with redborder)2Traff
COMAND navigation system (destination memory)145XDisplay all messages: Select DisplayAll Messages.All streets are shown for which messagesare present,
COMAND navigation system (destination memory)146Saving a destination from the list of lastdestinationsXSelect Navi £ Destination £ FromLast Destinatio
COMAND navigation system (destination memory)147Deleting a destination from thedestination memoryXSelect Navi £ Destination £ FromMemory.Depending on
13System sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366Warning indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367Parts service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
COMAND navigation system (destination memory)148Example illustration: Destination memory listwithout input charactersIn the destination memory list wi
COMAND navigation system (destination memory)149XSelect desired address book entry.Proceed as described in the “Searching foran address book entry” se
COMAND navigation system (last destinations)150XPress n.If your own address has already beenassigned, you will see the menu for startingroute guidance
COMAND telephone151Saving the vehicle position in the listof last destinationsXCentering map on the vehicle’sposition: Select Navi £ Position £Vehicle
COMAND telephone152without being connected to an externalantenna) from inside the vehicle while theengine is running. Doing so could lead to amalfunct
COMAND telephone153control system (Y page 242) or VoiceControl.iIn order for the functions described in thissection to work correctly, the Bluetooth®h
COMAND telephone154Switching telephone on or offXSwitching on: Insert mobile phone intocradle when COMAND is switched on.orXSwitch on the mobile phone
COMAND telephone155If you cannot make an emergency call, youmust initiate rescue measures yourself. The“911” emergency call is a public service. Anymi
COMAND telephone156Entering the PIN2iThe PIN2 entry applies only to GSMmobile phones.The phone may request the PIN2 in order touse certain functions.
COMAND telephone157Name (only whenthe mobile phone isinserted in thecradle)Data/Connections Call lists (not duringa call)Text message (notduring a cal
14Restraint systemssee Occupant safety Retaining hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 397Rims . . . . . . . . . . .
COMAND telephone1586 To call up text message (SMS)(Y page 182)7 To display call list selection(Y page 158)MailboxThe symbol ò in the example illustrat
COMAND telephone159You will see the telephone number of caller6 ifRthe caller transmitted the telephonenumberRno caller data is saved in either theCOM
COMAND telephone1601Data field2Input mark (cursor)3Input charactersXIf you want to change the availablecharacters: Proceed as described in the“Changin
COMAND telephone161XUse the mobile phone (see mobile phoneoperating instructions).orXUse the Bluetooth® headset (see headsetoperating instructions).iT
COMAND telephone162selected and the s button on thetelephone keypad does not function.Placing a call to a call list entry orCOMAND phone book entryXCa
COMAND telephone163Functions during a single-callconnectionExample illustration: Telephone mode during a call1Symbol ° for active telephoneconnection
COMAND telephone164XSending individual characters: Rotateymz or slide omp and select desiredcharacter.Each character you select can be seen inthe main
COMAND telephone165available to you which are described in the“Functions during a single- call connection”section (Y page 163).COMAND phone bookThe CO
COMAND telephone166Switching between the smart speller andthe listXSwitching from the smart speller to thelist: Slide qm repeatedly or press n untilth
COMAND telephone167XEntering characters: Select thecharacters of the entry you are searchingfor one by one.XDeleting individual characters:Select ) an
15Snow tiressee Winter tires Spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 474, 569Mounting . . . . . . . . . . .
COMAND telephone168XSelecting a telephone category: Select acategory, e. g. Land Line.XConfirming selection: Select Save.The input menu appears with t
COMAND telephone169XDeleting: Select entry (Y page 166).XSelect Options £ Delete.A prompt appears asking whether the entryshould be deleted.XSelect Ye
COMAND telephone170XAfter selecting an entry, press n.If there are fewer than four numbersassigned to the selected entry in theselected number categor
COMAND telephone171into the cradle, COMAND reads-in the phonebook entries saved in the mobile phone andstores the entries as a separate list from theC
COMAND telephone172Examples:RFlorida or FLRColorado or CORAlberta or ABROntario or ONXSelect Telephone £ Data/Connections £ Address Book £Options £ Ne
COMAND telephone1731Symbol ¤ for complete address datafrom the navigation system2Symbol y for summarized entries fromthe mobile phone with the same na
COMAND telephone174XCanceling search: Switch from the smartspeller to the list (Y page 173).The entry at the top of the list isautomatically highlight
COMAND telephone175Displaying abbreviated content in fullXSelect Options £ Details.The display is shown in full.XClosing entire display: Slide omp orp
COMAND telephone176Changing the description of a telephonenumber data fieldiThis function is not possible for phonebook entries in the mobile phone.XD
COMAND telephone177Calling a number saved in an entryiTo do this, COMAND must be equippedwith a telephone. The mobile phone mustbe inserted in the cra
16Time settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92TIN (Tire Identification Number) . . . 450Tire and Loading InformationPlacard . . . . . . .
COMAND telephone178iIf you have added data, COMAND savesyour additions. This means that you do notneed to reenter this additional data lateron.The COM
COMAND telephone1791Data field2Input mark (cursor)3Input charactersXProceed as described in the “Changing adata field” paragraph in the “Creating a ne
COMAND telephone180Bluetooth® settingsGeneral information about Bluetooth®Bluetooth® technology is the standard forshort-range wireless technologies,
COMAND telephone1811Authorized and detected device – deviceand padlock symbol are the same color2Device which was not detected, but whichhas been auth
COMAND telephone182iIf you de-authorize a device which hasbeen authorized in the past and which is notdetected in the search, this device will nolonge
COMAND telephone183Selecting an SMS messageXRotate ymz or slide qmr and thenpress n.Showing abbreviated sender display infullXSelect SMS message £ Opt
COMAND FM/AM radio184Using data in a text messageiIf the SMS message contains telephonenumbers or navigable address data, youcan select this data and
COMAND FM/AM radio185Radio(except Weather Band)Presets(except Weather Band)Channel(only Weather Band)FM or AM or WB SoundStation List(in FM wave band
COMAND FM/AM radio186Switching wave bandsYou can switch between the FM, AM and WB(Weather Band) wave bands.XSelect Audio £ Audio £ FM/AMRadio £ FM or
COMAND FM/AM radio187Entering the frequency using theCOMAND controllerXSelect Radio £ Frequency Entry.The menu for manual frequency entryappears.XExit
17Messages in the multifunctiondisplay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 520Replacing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 543UUniform Tire Q
COMAND FM/AM radio188XSelecting a preset position: Slide qmr orrotate ymz.Saving a station to a selected presetpositionIf you have called up the stati
COMAND satellite radio189COMAND satellite radioSafety notesGWarning!Please devote your attention first andforemost to the traffic situation you are in
COMAND satellite radio190Introduction to satellite radioiA subscription to SIRIUS Satellite Radioservice provider is required for the satelliteradio o
COMAND satellite radio191www.sirius.com (USA) orwww.siriuscanada.com (Canada).XClosing screen: Press n.Preview channeliIf the satellite radio service
COMAND satellite radio192XSelect category by rotating ymz or slidingqmr and press n.When selecting a channel using thechannel search function or the c
COMAND satellite radio193Tuning in channels using manualchannel number entryiIf you try to tune in a channel when thesatellite radio service is not ac
COMAND satellite radio194Option 2XPress n when the main area is selected.Option 3XSelect Audio £ Audio £ Sat Radio£ Presets.All three of these will ca
COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3195XSelect £ Audio £ Audio £ SatRadio £ Sat Radio £ Service.The telephone number of the SIRIUSService Center and the twel
COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3196to access the audio CD tracks. Access to theMP3/WMA tracks is not possible.Similarly, if the first session type is acc
COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3197This is especially the case if you haveactivated the surround sound function.WMA (Windows Media Audio)Windows Media Au
SymbolsTrademarks®:RBluetooth® is a registered trademark ofBluetooth SIG Inc.RESP® and PRE-SAFE® are registeredtrademarks of Daimler.RHomeLink® is a r
18WindshieldCleaning wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . 467Defogging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 391Infrared reflecting . . . . . . . . . .
COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3198! Do not affix stickers or labels to the discs.These could peel away and damageCOMAND. COMAND is designed to holddiscs
COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3199XWait until LED for magazine tray button3 which you pressed flashes quickly.XInsert disc into slot 1.The DVD changer d
COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3200Inserting/Ejecting a PCMCIA cardiCOMAND supports commerciallyavailable PCMCIA cards or PCMCIA cardadapters with storag
COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3201CD or DVD-A or MP3 Pause/Stop/Play(audio DVD modeonly)Tracks/Track List/Tracks A-ZFolders(MP3 mode only)Changer SoundN
COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3202Switching to audio CD, audio DVD orMP3 modeXLoad CD/DVD (Y page 198) or PCMCIAcard (Y page 200).orXSelect Audio £ Audi
COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3203Example display in MP3 mode1Current playback option2Medium type3Disc number (not on PCMCIA card)4Track name5Current fo
COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3204Selecting a trackSelecting by skipping to tracksXSkipping forwards or backwards to atrack (in CD or DVD mode only): Ro
COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP32051Back folder symbol2Current track symbol3Track symbolXMove to the superordinate folder: Selectthe Q symbol.The display
COMAND AUX206Playback optionsThe following options are available:RNormal Track SequenceTracks playback in the order on the disc(e. g. track 1, 2, 3, e
COMAND AUX207Audio AUX Switching to Audio AUX modeXSelect Audio £ Audio £ AUX.The Audio AUX menu appears. You will hearthe medium in the external audi
Operator’s Manual19Product InformationPlease observe the following in your own bestinterest:We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as
COMAND AUX208iPlease refer to the correspondingoperating instructions for informationabout how to operate the external videosource.You can adjust the
COMAND video DVD209COMAND video DVDSafety notesGObserve Safety notes, seepage 195.Automatic picture fade-outIf a video DVD is playing when the vehicle
COMAND video DVD210Do not use CDs with a diameter of 8 cm.Attempting to play discs with a diameter of8 cm or playing such discs with an adaptermay cau
COMAND video DVD211DVD-V Pause/Play Stop Changer Sound4:3WidescreenSwitching to video DVD modeXInsert a DVD (Y page 198).orXSelect Video £ Video £ Vid
COMAND video DVD2123Stop4Medium selection5Sound settingsFast forward/rewindXSlide omp and hold until you get to thedesired scene.Selecting the DVD med
COMAND video DVD213Entering the scene/chapter using thetelephone keypadXPress > on the telephone keypad(Y page 81).XEnter scene/chapter using the A
COMAND video DVD214XReconfirming the selection: SelectSelect.COMAND carries out the action defined bythe selected DVD menu item.iDepending on the DVD,
COMAND video DVD215XSelect the menu item Back (to thefilm) in the selection menu.iDepending on the DVD, it is possible themenu item Back (to the film)
COMAND vehicle menu216COMAND vehicle menuIntroductionIn this menu, you can program the followingvehicle functions:FunctionExterior Lighting Delayed Sw
COMAND vehicle menu217XSelecting length of time: Slide qmr orrotate ymz.XConfirming selection: Press n.To activate night security illumination:XSelect
Operator’s Manual20Service and warranty informationThe Service and Warranty Informationbooklet contains detailed information aboutthe warranties cover
COMAND vehicle menu218To activate locator lighting:XMake sure the function LocatorLighting is set.XTurn the exterior lamp switch to position* when exi
COMAND vehicle menu219XSwitching automatic locking on or off:Press n.orXSelect Vehicle £ Vehicle £Automatic Locking.A checkmark appears when automatic
COMAND vehicle menu220XConfirming selection: Press n.orXSelect Vehicle £ Vehicle £ EasyEntry/Exit Feature.XConfirming selection: Press n.A selection l
COMAND vehicle menu221You can select:R0 sec., the delayed switch-off feature isdeactivatedR15 sec., 30 sec., 45 sec., or 60 sec.,the delayed switch-of
COMAND vehicle menu222XExtending or retracting rear windowsunshade: Press n.orXSelect Vehicle £ Vehicle £ Rear-window Sunshade.XConfirming selection:
COMAND automatic climate control223COMAND automatic climate controlIntroductioniThe components and operating principlesof COMAND can be found on (Y pa
COMAND automatic climate control224XChanging temperature: Slide qmr orrotate ymz.XExiting menu: Press n, back buttonL in the center console (Y page 79
COMAND automatic climate control225XExiting menu: Press n, back buttonL in the center console (Y page 79) orslide omp.The setting is saved.Central cli
COMAND automatic climate control226Selecting Mono modeMono is used to adjust the climate zones forthe entire vehicle at the same time. When theMono fu
COMAND seats227RFocused (default setting, increased airflow)RMedium (reduced air flow)RDiffuse (minimal air flow)iWhen the interior ambient temperatur
Operator’s Manual21Roadside AssistanceThe Mercedes-Benz Roadside AssistanceProgram provides factory-trained technicalhelp in the event of a breakdown.
COMAND seats2281Seat menu buttonXPress button O.The main area is active.XSwitching to the bottom menu line: Slideqmr.XSelecting seat: Slide omp or rot
COMAND seats229Drive-dynamic multicontour seatsiIf PRE-SAFE® has been activated, the airpressure in the air chambers (sides of seatcushion and seat ba
COMAND seats230Adjusting seat backrest curvature inlumbar areaThis function is used to adjust the airchambers in the lumbar area of the seatbackrest.X
Instrument cluster control system231XSlide qmr or rotate ymz until desiredsetting is reached.XSaving setting: Press n.Pulse modeXSelect seat (Y page 2
Instrument cluster control system232Multifunction steering wheelThe displays in the multifunction display andthe settings in the control system arecon
Instrument cluster control system233Depending on the selected menu, pressingthe buttons on the multifunction steeringwheel will alter what appears in
Instrument cluster control system234MenusControl systems
Instrument cluster control system235Function1Trip menu (Y page 235)2Navi menu (Y page 237)3Audio menu (Y page 238)4AMG6 menu (Y page 239)5Telephone me
Instrument cluster control system236Fuel consumption statistics since lastresetXPress ( or & to select the Tripmenu.XPress % or $ to select FromRe
Instrument cluster control system237Navi menuThe display in the Navi menu depends onwhether route guidance is active or not.XPress ( or & to selec
Operating safety22Operating safetyGWarning!Work improperly carried out on electroniccomponents and associated softwarecould cause them to cease functi
Instrument cluster control system238You have reached your destination.RArea of dest. reachedYou have arrived in the area of yourdestination. The messa
Instrument cluster control system239XSelect next or previous stored station:Press button % or $ briefly to selecta stored station.XSelect next or prev
Instrument cluster control system240If the engine reaches the overspeed range inthe manual shift program, you will see up nextto gear indicator 1 as a
Instrument cluster control system2411Gear indicator2RACETIMER3Best lap timeResetting current lapXPress button æ while the timer isrunning.The timer st
Instrument cluster control system2421Lap number2Lap time3Maximum speed during lap4Lap length5Average speed during lapXPress button % or $ to see other
Instrument cluster control system243XSwitch on the telephone.XInsert the telephone in the mobilephone cradle.RPlease enter PIN or Enter unlockcode: Th
Instrument cluster control system244XPress button s or #.If several entries are present for the samename, they are all shown. Select thedesired entry
Instrument cluster control system245Switching on or off rear view cameraautomaticallyiThe image from the rear view camera isshown on the COMAND system
Instrument cluster control system246GWarning!Malfunction and warning messages areonly indicated for certain systems and areintentionally not very deta
Instrument cluster control system247iMake sure the light switch is set to ¡or * when you switch off the daytimerunning lamps while driving at night.Sh
Reporting safety defects23Problems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with yourvehicle, particularly one that you believe mayaffect i
Voice Control introduction248iCanada only:This device complies with RSS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions:1.
Voice Control introduction249signs, and should utilize the system’s audiocues while driving.The navigation system does not supply anyinformation on st
Voice Control introduction250SpellingYou may not need to spell the entire name(street, intersection, city or point of interest)especially if the name
Voice Control introduction251Item1!Activating the Voice ControlSystemAccepting a call2LCanceling Voice Control3æIncreasing volumeçDecreasing volumes T
Voice Control navigation2521COMAND displayMultifunction displayFor example, telephone numbers are shownin the multifunction display while dialingwhen
Voice Control navigation253Rselect one of your last destinationsRenter a POI (point of interest)Rselect one of your last destinationsRsave a destinati
Voice Control navigation254uThe system displays a numbered list ofmatching street names on theCOMAND displaytPlease select a line numbersNumber twotNu
Voice Control navigation255sYestStarting route guidanceiDepending on the number of categoriesand POI’s available for a given area, thesystem may displ
Voice Control navigation256orR“Navigate <voice name> work”to directly select between home or workaddress for that name. The systemconfirms your
Voice Control navigation257The system reads out the addressbook destination memory.To select a voice entry and adopt address forroute guidance:XWhen t
Vehicle data recording24Vehicle data recordingInformation regarding electronicrecording devices(Including notice pursuant to California Code§ 9951)Ple
Voice Control navigation258COMAND display is sorted according to theprobability of the voice recognition.Speak each character as clearly as you can,es
Voice Control telephone259“House number”Use the command “House number” to selecta house number for the street previouslyselected. Speak the house numb
Voice Control telephone260Telephone commandsFor a complete list of commands, see(Y page 271).“Telephone”Use the command “Telephone” to activatethe tel
Voice Control telephone261“Confirm”Using the command “Confirm” will repeat alldigits spoken up to that point. Upon repeatingthe digits, the system wil
Voice Control telephone262or, with longer phone numbers,Rin digit blocks (three to five digits in eachblock).After each digit block (separate the digi
Voice Control telephone263R“Call John Smith home car”R“Call John Smith home land line”R“Call John Smith work cell phone”R“Call John Smith work car”R“C
Voice Control address book264Voice Control address bookSafety notesGWarning!Please devote your attention first andforemost to the traffic situation yo
Voice Control address book265Operating and using address bookXPress !.XSpeak one of the following commandsdepending on the address book status(open or
Voice Control address book266deleted; the remaining data in the entry areretained.“Address book”Use this command to open the address book.Available co
Voice Control radio267Voice Control radioSafety notesGWarning!Please devote your attention first andforemost to the traffic situation you are in.Befor
25Exterior view ... 26Cockpit ... 28Instrument cluster ...
Voice Control radio268The Voice Control System tunes theradio to frequency FM 95.5.“Save station” (List saved stations)Use this command to save the se
Voice Control CD/DVD changer/MP3269Sample dialog:sDelete stationtWhich station do you want to delete?sSmooth JazztDo you want to delete Smooth Jazz?sY
Voice Control CD/DVD changer/MP3270type of medium found in the selected slot.In your command, you can thereforereplace the term “CD/DVD” with“Medium”.
Voice Control command list271“Memory card”The “Memory card” command is used toswitch from the DVD drive to the PCMCIAcard.“Drive”The “Drive” command i
Voice Control command list272RhelpRhelp pleaseRplease helpRhelp functionsRhelp devicesRhelp voice controlRlinguatronic helpRgeneral helpRhelp permanen
Voice Control command list273RsaveRsave PINRsave PIN codeRsave numberRsave PIN numberRsave telephone numberRsave nameRsave passwordRstore PINRstore PI
Voice Control command list274RcorrectionRwrong PINRwrong numberRwrong PIN numberRwrong PIN codeRwrong phone numberRwrong telephone numberRwrong unlock
Voice Control command list275Renter countryRenter another countryRspell countryRspell another countryRchange countryRchange another countryRintersecti
Voice Control command list276Rstart route guidanceRstart navigationRstart navRstart routingRbegin route guidanceRbegin navigationRbegin route guidance
Voice Control command list277Address book commandsRaddress book (on)Raddress list (on)Raddresses (on)Rlist address bookRread out address bookRget addr
Exterior view26Exterior viewAt a glance
Voice Control command list278Rland lineRland line phoneRland line telephoneRcell phoneRmobile phoneRcellular phoneRwork car (phone)Roffice car (phone)
Voice Control command list279RacceptRaccept PINRaccept PIN codeRaccept lock codeRaccept PIN numberRaccept numberRaccept telephone numberRaccept nameRa
Voice Control command list280Example: 95.5 FMRninety-five fiveRninety-five five megahertzRninety-five point fiveRninety-five point five megahertzRfreq
Voice Control command list281MP3RMP3 (on)RMP3 player (on)RMP3 changer (on)Rnext MP3Rother MP3Rnext mediumRother mediumRprevious MP3Rlast MP3Rpreceding
Voice Control command list282Rnext DVD audioRother DVD audioRnext audio DVDRother audio DVDRnext mediumRother mediumRprevious DVDARlast DVDARpreceding
Voice Control troubleshooting283Rtrack 1-39Rload track 1-39Rload track number 1-39Rselect track 1-39Rselect track number 1-39RDVDA 1-6RDVDA number 1-6
Voice Control troubleshooting284Entering digits and spellingEntering digitsRDigits from “Zero” to “Nine” may be used.RSpeaking phone numbers in digit
Voice Control troubleshooting285Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionShould interference occur during the processof storing a name, th
Voice Control troubleshooting286Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionVoice Control System does not recognize aaddress book entry.The v
Voice Control individualization287Voice Control individualizationiThe individualization can only beperformed when the vehicle is stationary.If you dri
Exterior view27iThis Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. P
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289Vehicle equipment ... 290Locking and unlocking ... 290Starter switch positions ... 301Se
Locking and unlocking290Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes allfeatures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at
Locking and unlocking2911 jLock button2 iUnlock button for trunk lid3 kUnlock button4Battery check lamp When you open a door, the side windows onthat
Locking and unlocking292KEYLESS-GOVehicles equipped with KEYLESS-GO comewith two SmartKeys with KEYLESS-GO, eachwith remote control and a removablemec
Locking and unlocking293cannot be locked or the engine started viathe KEYLESS-GO system.RIf the SmartKey is removed from the vehicle(e.g. if a passeng
Locking and unlocking294XSwitching on/off: Press and hold buttonsk and j simultaneously forapproximately 6 seconds until batterycheck lamp 4 (Y page 2
Locking and unlocking295Opening a door causes its window to openslightly. It will fully close when the door isshut.Automatic central lockingThe doors
Locking and unlocking296Opening the trunkGWarning!Make sure the trunk is closed when theengine is running and while driving. Amongother dangers, deadl
Locking and unlocking297Closing the trunkGWarning!Make sure the trunk is closed when theengine is running and while driving. Amongother dangers, deadl
Our company and staff congratulate you onthe purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.Your selection of our product is ademonstration of your trust in our c
Cockpit28CockpitAt a glance
Locking and unlocking298sequence, the closing procedure is stoppedand the trunk reopens slightly.1Remote trunk opening/closing switchXPress and hold s
Locking and unlocking299If the trunk lid comes into contact with anobject while closing (e.g. luggage that hasbeen piled too high) in the upper motion
Locking and unlocking300Valet lockingTo deny any unauthorized person access tothe trunk, e.g. when you valet park thevehicle, lock it separately with
Starter switch positions301Starter switch positionsSmartKeyGObserve Safety notes, seepage 59.Starter switch}For removing SmartKey$Power supply for som
Starter switch positions302the engine can be started using theKEYLESS-GO start/stop button.The function of the SmartKey overrules theKEYLESS-GO functi
Seats303SeatsSafety notesGWarning!In order to avoid possible loss of vehiclecontrol, all seat, head restraint, steeringwheel, and rear view mirror adj
Seats304of the head restraint supports the back ofthe head at eye level. This will reduce thepotential for injury to the head and neck inthe event of
Seats305Otherwise, the passenger could beseriously or even fatally injured in the eventof an accident or braking maneuver.Make sure no one is caught o
Seats306the seat adjustment switch in the doorcontrol panel or by moving the release leveragain.GWarning!The seat belts provide protection only withth
Seats307GWarning!You must make sure no one can becometrapped or injured by the moving steeringwheel and driver’s seat when the easy-entry/exit feature
Cockpit29Function Page1 Combination switch:Turn signals 319Wipers 322High beam 3192 Cruise control lever:Cruise control 347DISTRONIC Plus 3503 Horn 4
Seats308adjusting could cause the driver to losecontrol of the vehicle.Rear seat head restraintsGWarning!For safety reasons, always drive with therear
Seats309XSwitch on the ignition.XPress and hold switch 1 in the front centerconsole.The rear seat head restraints will placeupright.Placing rear seat
Multifunction steering wheel310XSwitch on the ignition.XSwitching on: Press button 1 repeatedlyuntil the desired heating level is set.One or more red
Mirrors311Heated steering wheelThe steering wheel heating warms up theleather area of the steering wheel.1Switching on2Switching off3Indicator lampXSw
Mirrors3121Adjustment button2Passenger-side exterior rear view mirrorbutton3Button for folding exterior rear viewmirrors in and out4Driver’s side exte
Mirrors313Power folding exterior rear viewmirrors! Before you drive the vehicle through anautomatic car wash, fold in the exterior rearview mirrors. O
Memory function314XMake sure you have stored a parkingposition for the passenger-side exteriorrear view mirror (Y page 315).XMake sure the Lower mirro
Memory function315RLumbar support (CL 550 4MATIC)RDrive-dynamic multicontour seat:activation/deactivationMMemory button1, 2, 3Memory position buttonSt
Lighting316XPress button 3.The passenger-side exterior rear viewmirror is selected.XAdjust the passenger-side exterior rearview mirror with adjustment
Lighting317starter switch or open the driver’s door withthe ignition switched off.When the parking lamps or the rear foglamp are switched on and you r
Instrument cluster30Instrument clusterAt a glance
Lighting318Canada only: High-beam headlamps are onlyavailable with the exterior lamp switch inposition B.Daytime running lamp modeIn Canada, the dayti
Lighting319lamps should only be used in conjunction withlow-beam headlamps. Consult your State orProvince Motor Vehicle Regulationsregarding permissib
Lighting320switch only to point of resistance andrelease. The corresponding turn signallamps will flash three times.Hazard warning flasherThe hazard w
Lighting321wheel in the other direction, the corner-illuminating lamp comes on on the side ofthe turn signal.orXTurn steering wheel in desired directi
Wipers322Runlock the vehicleRremove the SmartKey from the starterswitchRopen a doorXDeactivating: Press button ].The OFF indicator lamp next to the bu
Wipers323Combination switch1Switching on windshield wipers2Single wipeWiping with washer fluidXSwitch on the ignition.Windshield wipersSwitching on/of
Wipers324Intermittent wiping will be continued when alldoors are closed andRthe automatic transmission is in driveposition D or reverse gear RorRthe w
Power windows325Power windowsOpening and closingThe windows are opened and closedelectrically. The switches for all windows arelocated on the driver’s
Power windows326XSwitch on the ignition.XOpening/Closing: Press or pull and holdswitch 1 to 4 to the resistance point.The corresponding window will mo
Power windows327Summer opening featureIf the weather is warm, you can ventilate thevehicle before driving off by simultaneously:Ropening the windowsRo
Instrument cluster31Function Page1 Coolant temperature gauge3452 Fuel gauge with:Fuel tank reserve warninglamp 535A High-beam headlampindicator lamp
Driving and parking328The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must belocated outside the vehicle withinapproximately 3 ft (1 m) of a door.XClose all doors.XTouch
Driving and parking329Automatic transmissionGearshift pattern for automatic transmission1Button for selecting park position PÁPark positionÂReverse ge
Driving and parking330XPress the KEYLESS-GO start/stop buttononce.The engine starts automatically.Starting difficulties! Remember that extended starti
Driving and parking331! You have forgotten to release theelectronic parking brake when driving off ifRan acoustic warning soundsRthe message Please Re
Driving and parking332Problems while drivingThe engine runs erratically and misfiresRAn ignition cable may be damaged.RThe engine electronics may not
Driving and parking333from the starter switch, or press theKEYLESS-GO start/stop button.RTake the SmartKey with you and lock thevehicle when leaving.E
Driving and parking334Engaging electronic parking brakeautomaticallyYour vehicle’s electronic parking brakeengages automatically when DISTRONIC Plus(Y
Automatic transmission335XRemove the SmartKey from the starterswitch.The immobilizer is activated.If you turn off the engine using the SmartKey,and re
Automatic transmission336covered by the Mercedes-Benz LimitedWarranty.iDuring the brief warm-up, transmissionupshifting is delayed. This allows thecat
Automatic transmission337open a front door, the automatic transmissionwill shift into park position P automatically.GWarning!Keep in mind that turning
Storage compartments32Storage compartmentsAt a glance
Automatic transmission338With KEYLESS-GO:XMake sure the ignition is switched on.XWith the vehicle at a standstill, depress thebrake pedal and keep it
Automatic transmission339Effectì Park positionShift the automatic transmissioninto park position P only when thevehicle is stopped. The parkposition i
Automatic transmission340(9 km/h). To shift the automatic transmissiondirectly between drive position D and reversegear R, move the gear selector leve
Automatic transmission341Program mode selector switchC Comfort For comfort drivingS Sport For standard drivingProgram mode selector switch on AMG vehi
Automatic transmission342Steering wheel gearshift control (exampleillustration)1Limiting gear rangeDownshift (in manual program mode M)2Extending gear
Automatic transmission343Program mode selector switchC Comfort For standard drivingS Sport For sporty drivingM Manual For manual gearshiftingThe curre
Automatic transmission344XShift the automatic transmission fromcurrent gear 1 into the next higher gear.The fuel supply will otherwise beinterrupted t
Instrument cluster345Instrument clusterIntroductionFor a full view illustration of the instrumentcluster, see “Instrumentcluster” (Y page 30).GWarning
Driving systems346! Excessive coolant temperature triggers awarning in the multifunction display.The engine should not be operated with acoolant tempe
Driving systems347Cruise controlThe cruise control automatically maintainsthe speed you set for your vehicle.The use of the cruise control is recommen
Storage compartments33Function Page1 Glove box3982 Front passenger seatstorage compartment 3983 Door pocket4 Front center armrest with:399Storage tray
Driving systems348Rwhen the automatic transmission is in parkposition P, reverse gear R, or neutralposition NRthe ESP® is switched off or has switched
Driving systems349Adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h)incrementsiThe set speed value is increased ordecreased in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h)increments each
Driving systems350Rwith the electronic parking brake engagedRif the ESP® has switched off due to amalfunctionDISTRONIC PlusSafety notesWhen activated,
Driving systems351changes in tire traction can result in wheelspin and loss of control.The DISTRONIC Plus does not function inadverse sight and distan
Driving systems352system, the following functions aredeactivated:RDISTRONIC PlusRBAS Plus (Y page 66)RPRE-SAFE® Brake(Y page 72)RPark Assist (Y page 3
Driving systems353lamp l in the instrument cluster comeson and an intermittent warning sounds.XImmediately apply the brake to avoid acollision.Under n
Driving systems354XPress ( or & to select theAssistance menu.XPress % or $ to select the DistanceDisplay function.XPress #.The DISTRONIC Plus dist
Driving systems355DISTRONIC Plus lever1Setting current or higher speed2Setting current or lower speed3Deactivating the DISTRONIC Plus4Activating the D
Driving systems356Rif the driver’s door is open and the driverhas not fastened his or her seat beltRif the radar sensors are switched off(Y page 247)S
Driving systems357brakes the vehicle in order to keep thedistance specified by you.When the DISTRONIC Plus detects that thepreceding vehicle is drivin
Control systems34Control systemsAt a glance
Driving systems358speed will then be determined only by theaccelerator pedal position.Setting a higher speedGWarning!Keep in mind that it may take a b
Driving systems359Adjustment in 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h)incrementsXBriefly press the DISTRONIC Plus leverdown past the resistance point in directionof
Driving systems360reduce vehicle speed further or bring it toa stop.Depressing the accelerator pedal does notdeactivate the DISTRONIC Plus. After a br
Driving systems361The DISTRONIC Plus regulates only thedistance between your vehicle and thosedirectly ahead of it. It may not registerstationary obje
Driving systems362The DISTRONIC Plus has not yet detected thevehicle changing lanes. There will beinsufficient distance to the lane-changingvehicle.Na
Driving systems363AIRMATICIntroductionThe AIRMATIC consists of two components.The Adaptive Damping System (ADS)(Y page 363) and the vehicle level cont
Driving systems364XStart the engine.XBriefly press switch 1 to change from onelevel setting to the other.The message: Vehicle Rising appears inthe mul
Driving systems365The following vehicle level settings can beselected when the vehicle is stationary:LevelNormal For driving on normal roads.The indic
Driving systems366All-wheel drive (4MATIC)GWarning!If a drive wheel is spinning due toinsufficient traction:RWhile driving off, apply as little thrott
Driving systems367GWarning!Make sure no persons or animals are in ornear the area in which you are parking/maneuvering. Otherwise, they could beinjure
Control systems35Function Page1 Press button briefly L tocancel Voice ControlSystem, back, confirmmessagesPress and hold buttonL to select the standar
Driving systems3681Left side of the vehicle2Right side of the vehicle3Readiness indicatorsEach warning indicator is divided into fiveyellow and two re
Driving systems369XSwitching off Parktronic system: PressParktronic switch 1.Indicator lamp 2 comes on.XSwitching on Parktronic system: PressParktroni
Driving systems370permitted. Do not tamper with, alter, or usein any non-approved way.Any unauthorized modification to thisdevice could void the user’
Driving systems371Due to the sensors’ broad detection range, itis possible that the Park Assist also detectsand issues a warning for obstacles in theg
Driving systems372Front area:As soon as the first red distance segmentilluminates, you will hear an intermittentwarning tone for approximately 2 secon
Driving systems373Advanced Parking GuidanceGWarning!The Advanced Parking Guidance is only anaid and may display parking spaces that arenot suitable e.
Driving systems374sensors that scan the area on both sides ofvehicle. When suitable parking space is foundit is shown in the display and you receivest
Driving systems375Rat least 5 ft (1.5 m) wideRat least 3.5 ft (1.0 m) longer than yourvehicle isA parking space is shown in the display whendriving by
Driving systems376XWhere necessary, depending on thedistance to the parking space, back up in astraight line a short distance.This is indicated by a g
Driving systems377Reaching end position1Green lane indicates the correct steeringwheel positionXMaintain the steering wheel position andcarefully back
Control systems36Function Page9 COMAND display80a CD/DVD changer198b PCMCIA card slot200c Favorite button94d Head restraint releaseswitch 308e Program
Driving systems3781Rear view cameraView through the rear view cameraiThe image from the rear view camera isshown mirror-inverted on the COMANDsystem d
Driving systems379Rthere is a sudden change in temperature,e.g. if you drive into a heated garage fromthe cold (lens condensation)Rthe camera lens is
Driving systems380iIf you activate a different function on thedriver’s COMAND system controls whilereverse parking or parallel parking, theimage from
Driving systems3811Night View Assist on or offXPress button 1 up or down.The Night View Assist image appears on themultifunction display.iThe infrared
Driving systems382GWarning!Please do not forget that your primaryresponsibility is to drive the vehicle. Adriver’s attention to the road must alwaysbe
Driving systems383iUSA only:This device has been approved by the FCCas a “Vehicular Radar System”. The radarsensor is intended for use in an automotiv
Driving systems384! In the event of a significant impact ordamage affecting the bumpers, have theradar sensors checked by a qualifiedspecialist worksh
Climate control system385If the turn signal remains on, red warninglamp 1 will flash to indicate that vehicleshave been detected. No further audiblewa
Climate control system386Function Recommendation/Notes4 y Front defrosteriKeep this setting selected only until the windshieldor the side windows are
Climate control system387Notes on climate control systemiIf you have the air distribution and airvolume automatically controlled, you canadjust the te
Center console37Center consoleFunction Page1 Thumbwheel for air volumecontrol for left center airvent 3892 Thumbwheel for air volumecontrol for right
Climate control system388XDeactivating: Press rocker switch ´ upor down.The indicator lamp in the rocker switchcomes on. You will see Climate ControlO
Climate control system389XIncreasing/decreasing: Press rockerswitches ® 2 and/or a up or down oruse COMAND (Y page 223).The climate control system wil
Climate control system390Side air ventsExample illustration driver’s side1Left side defroster air vent, fixed2Left side air vent, adjustable3Thumbwhee
Climate control system391Front defrosterYou can use this setting to defrost thewindshield, for example if it is iced up.You can also defog the windshi
Climate control system392sliding sunroof or tilt/sliding panel areclosed).iMaximum cooling MAX COOL is onlyavailable when the engine is running.Air re
Rear window defroster393the selected temperature. The blower willrun at low speed regardless of the airdistribution control setting.XActivating: Switc
Power tilt/sliding sunroof394Power tilt/sliding sunroofOpening and closingGWarning!When opening or closing the tilt/slidingsunroof, make sure there is
Power tilt/sliding sunroof395Sunroof switch1Raising2Opening3ClosingWith the sunroof closed or raised, you canslide the sunroof screen forward and back
Loading and storing396If the movement of the tilt/sliding sunroof isblocked during the closing procedure (e. g. byice or pollution), the tilt/sliding
Loading and storing397Load distributionThe total load weight including vehicleoccupants and luggage/cargo should notexceed the total load limit indica
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Overhead control panel38Overhead control panelFunction Page1 Eyeglasses compartment3982 Left reading lamp on/off3213 Rear interior lighting on/off3214
Loading and storing398Storage compartmentsGWarning!To help avoid personal injury during acollision or sudden maneuver, exercisecare when storing objec
Loading and storing399XOpening: Press eyeglasses compartmentmark 1.XClosing: Swing eyeglasses compartmentupward until it engages.Front armrest storage
Loading and storing400Storage compartment between rear seats1HandleXOpening: Pull handle 1 backward in thedirection of arrow.Rear storage box! Do not
Useful features401Useful featuresCup holdersGWarning!In order to help prevent spilling liquids onvehicle occupants and/or vehicleequipment, only use c
Useful features402Sun visorsGWarning!Do not use the vanity mirror while driving.Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visorsclosed while vehicle is in mo
Useful features403Cigarette lighterGObserve Safety notes, seepage 59.GWarning!Never touch the heating element or sidesof the lighter; they are extreme
Useful features404TelephoneiVarious mobile phone cradles can beinstalled in the front center armrest, seeseparate installation instructions for themob
Useful features405Tele Aid! In order to activate the Tele Aid system, asubscriber agreement must be completed.To ensure your system is activated andop
Useful features406test, a malfunction in the system has beendetected.If a malfunction is indicated as outlinedabove, the system may not operate asexpe
Useful features407Initiating an emergency call manually1SOS button2CoverXBriefly press on cover 2 to open.XPress SOS button 1 briefly.The indicator la
Driver’s door control panel39Driver’s door control panelFunction Page1 Inside door handle 2942 Central unlocking switch295Central locking switch 2953
Useful features408The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistancedispatcher will either dispatch a qualifiedMercedes-Benz technician or arrange to towyour vehic
Useful features409iIf the indicator lamp in the Informationbutton ¡ is flashing continuously andthere was no voice connection to theResponse Center es
Useful features410Search and SendiIn order to utilize Search & Send yourvehicle must be equipped with Tele Aid,Navigation, and an active Tele Aids
Useful features411iDestination addresses will download inthe same order they were sent. If you havemultiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles equippedwith Tele A
Useful features412network is available and data connection ispossible.Stolen Vehicle Recovery servicesIn the event your vehicle was stolen:XReport the
Useful features413Programming the integrated remotecontrolXStep 1: Switch on the ignition.XStep 2: If you have previously programmeda signal transmitt
Useful features414You have 30 seconds to initiate thefollowing two steps.XStep 10: Return to the vehicle and firmlypress, hold for 2 seconds and relea
Useful features415Operation of integrated remote controlXSwitch on the ignition.XSelect and press the appropriateintegrated signal transmitter button
Useful features416Any unauthorized modification to thisdevice could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment.iCanada only:This device complie
Useful features417Infrared reflecting windshieldInfrared reflecting glass reduces the amountof radiated heat entering the vehicle interiorthrough the
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The first 1000 miles (1500 km)420Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes allfeatures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your v
At the gas station421At the gas stationRefuelingGWarning!Gasoline is highly flammable andpoisonous. It burns violently and can causeserious personal i
At the gas station4221Fuel filler flap2Fuel filler cap3HolderXTurn off the engine.iLeaving the engine running and the fuelfiller cap open can cause th
Engine compartment423Engine compartmentHoodGWarning!Do not pull the release lever while thevehicle is in motion. Otherwise the hoodcould be forced ope
Engine compartment4242HandleXPush handle 2 under the hood upwards.XPull up on the hood and then release it.The hood will be automatically held open at
Engine compartment425Example illustration CL 550 4MATIC1Oil dipstick 2Upper (max) mark3Lower (min) markXPull out oil dipstick 1.XWipe oil dipstick 1 c
Engine compartment426XIf necessary, add engine oil.For more information on engine oil, see“Fuels, coolants, lubricantsetc.” (Y page 577).Other display
Engine compartment427CL 63 AMG1Filler capXUnscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck.XAdd engine oil as required. Be careful notto overfill with oil.Be car
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Engine compartment428scalding hot fluid and steam will be blownout under pressure.RDo not spill antifreeze on hot engineparts. Antifreeze contains eth
Tires and wheels429XOpening washer fluid reservoir: Pull tabof cap 1 upwards.XRefill the washer fluid reservoir with MBWindshield Washer Concentrate “
Tires and wheels430speed with a flat tire will cause excessiveheat build-up and possibly a fire.Important guidelinesROnly use sets of tires and rims o
Tires and wheels431(1.6 mm), we recommend that you do notallow your tires to wear down to that level.As tread depth approaches 1/8 in (3 mm),the adhes
Tires and wheels432Loading the vehicleTwo labels on your vehicle show how muchweight it may properly carry.(1) The Tire and Loading Information placar
Tires and wheels433on the Tire and Loading Informationplacard.The combined weight of all occupants,cargo/luggage and trailer tongue load (ifapplicable
Tires and wheels434vehicle stated on the vehicle’s Tire and Loading Information placard (Y page 433).Example Combined weightlimit of occupantsand carg
Tires and wheels435Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR): The totalallowable weight that can be carried by asingle axle (front or rear).To assure that your
Tires and wheels4361Tire and Loading Information placard withrecommended cold tire inflationpressuresThe Tire and Loading Information placard liststhe
Tires and wheels437Underinflated tires canRcause excessive and uneven tire wearRadversely affect fuel economyRlead to tire failure from being overheat
Occupant safety42Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes allfeatures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the ti
Tires and wheels438stem of the valve with e.g. a tip of a pen.Then recheck the tire inflation pressurewith the tire gauge.XInstall the valve cap.XRepe
Tires and wheels439Your vehicle has also been equipped with aTPMS malfunction indicator to indicatewhen the system is not operating properly.The TPMS
Tires and wheels440or near the vehicle could cause the TPMSto malfunction.iUSA only:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is su
Tires and wheels441XUsing the Tire and Loading Informationplacard on the driver’s door B-pillar(Y page 432) or, if available, thesupplemental tire inf
Tires and wheels4421Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards(Y page 447)2DOT, Tire Identification Number(Y page 445)3Maximum tire load (Y page 446)4Maxi
Tires and wheels443Aspect ratioAspect ratio 2 is the dimensionalrelationship between tire section height andsection width and is expressed in percenta
Tires and wheels444Index Speed ratingV up to 149 mph (240 km/h)W up to 168 mph (270 km/h)Y up to 186 mph (300 km/h)ZR...Y up to 186 mph (300 km/h)ZR..
Tires and wheels445the “Technical data” section (Y page 569),for example when purchasing new tires.If you are uncertain about the correct readingof th
Tires and wheels446Manufacturer’s identification markManufacturer’s identification mark 2denotes the tire manufacturer.New tires have a mark with two
Tires and wheels4471Maximum permissible tire inflationpressureiFor illustration purposes only. Actual dataon tires are specific to each vehicle andmay
Occupant safety43SRS indicator lampThe SRS system conducts a self-test whenthe ignition is switched on and in regularintervals while the engine is run
Tires and wheels448service practices and differences in roadcharacteristics and climate.TractionGWarning!The traction grade assigned to this tire isba
Tires and wheels449iFor illustration purposes only. Actual dataon tires are specific to each vehicle andmay vary from data shown in aboveillustration.
Tires and wheels450tongue load). It is indicated on certificationlabel located on the driver’s door B-pillar.Kilopascal (kPa)The metric unit for air p
Tires and wheels451Tire load ratingNumerical code associated with themaximum load a tire can support.Tire ply composition and material usedThis indica
Winter driving452If applicable to your vehicle’s tireconfiguration, tires can be rotated accordingto the tire manufacturer’s recommendedintervals in t
Winter driving453Snow chains! When driving with snow chains, alwaysselect the raised level of the vehicle levelcontrol. Other settings may result inda
Driving instructions454vehicle control. Your vehicle’s ABS will notprevent this type of loss of control.The most important rule for slippery or icyroa
Driving instructions455Drinking and drivingGWarning!Drinking and driving and/or taking drugsand driving are very dangerouscombinations. Even a small a
Driving instructions456expected brake effect. Maintain a safedistance from vehicles in front.To help prevent brake disk corrosion afterdriving on wet
Driving instructions457(SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or1 or KEYLESS-GO start/stop button inposition 0 or 1) when the electronic parkingbrake
Occupant safety44a properly seated position and to wear theirrespective seat belt.For maximum protection in the event of acollision always be in norma
Driving instructions458reduces engine performance and causespremature brake and drivetrain wear whichis not covered by the Mercedes-BenzLimited Warran
Driving instructions459Only operate the COMAND8 (CockpitManagement and Data System) if road,weather and traffic conditions permit.Otherwise, you may n
Maintenance460MaintenanceNotesThe Maintenance System in your vehicletracks the distance driven and the timeelapsed since the last maintenance service,
Maintenance461Maintenance service term exceededIf you have exceeded the suggestedmaintenance service term, you will see thefollowing message in the mu
Vehicle care462Vehicle careCleaning and care of the vehicleNotesRegular and proper care will help to maintainthe value of your vehicle.GWarning!Many c
Vehicle care463here. In such cases it is best to seek aid at anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center.The following topics deal with the cleaningand care of
Vehicle care464Hand-washXDo not use hot water or wash your vehiclein direct sunlight.XOnly use a soft, wet cloth or sponge toclean the vehicle.XOnly u
Vehicle care465Window cleaning solutions which are notsuitable may damage the plastic lamplenses of the headlamps. Therefore, do notuse abrasives, sol
Vehicle care4661Bumper area near sensorsXSwitch off the ignition.XUse a mild car wash detergent, such asMercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo,with plenty
Vehicle care4671Recessed handles of camera coverXUse recessed handles 1 to swing cameracover downward.2CameraXClean inside of windshield in front ofca
Occupant safety45should the side impact air bagsbe deployed.(2) Always sit as upright as possible,properly use the seat belts, andfor children 12 year
Vehicle care468! To clean the window interior, do not usea dry cloth, abrasives, solvents or cleanerscontaining solvents. Do not touch theinside of th
Vehicle care469Headliner and shelf below rear windowXUse a soft bristle brush or a dry-shampoocleaner in case of excessive dirt.Seat beltsXOnly use cl
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471Vehicle equipment ... 472Where will I find ...? ... 472Vehicle status messages in themultifunction
Where will I find ...?472Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes allfeatures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle a
Where will I find ...?4731Collapsible wheel chock2Vehicle tool kit box cover3Tool bag4JackXOpen vehicle tool kit box cover 2.Collapsible wheel chockTh
Where will I find ...?474Operational positionXTurn the crank handle clockwise.Before placing the jack back into the vehicletool kit:XFully collapse th
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display475Vehicle status messages in themultifunction displayNotesWarning and malfunction messages appear
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display476Text messagesSafety systemsDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionPRE-SAF
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display477Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionPRE-SAFE Function LimitedSee Oper.
Occupant safety46RDo not make any modification that couldchange the effectiveness of the seatbelts.RDo not bleach or dye seat belts as thismay severel
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display478Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFront Passenger Airbag EnabledSee
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display479Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution(Y page 48) has deactivated the fr
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display480Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFront Passenger Airbag DisabledSee
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display481Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutioncycles and to make sure neither me
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display482Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionDISTRONIC PLUS CurrentlyUnavailabl
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display483Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionDISTRONIC PLUS - - - mphOne of the
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display484Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionBlind SpotAssistCurrentlyUnavailab
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display485Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionParkingGuidanceCurrentlyUnavailabl
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display486Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionParkingGuidanceFinishedAdvanced Pa
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display487Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionShift to P or N to Start EngineYou
Occupant safety47Driver and front passenger front air bags anddriver’s side knee bag are deployedRin the event of certain frontal impactsRif impact ex
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display488Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionService X DueThe specified mainten
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display489Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionTire PressureMonitorCurrentlyUnava
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display490Symbol messagesBrakeDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution(USA only)(Can
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display491Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution(USA only)(Canada only)Brake Immed
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display492Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution(USA only)(Canada only)ServiceSee
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display493Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution(USA only)(Canada only)Parking Bra
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display494Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution(USA only)(Canada only)Parking Bra
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display495Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution(USA only)(Canada only)Parking Bra
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display496Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution(USA only)(Canada only)Parking Bra
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display497Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution(USA only)(Canada only)Please Rele
31, 2, 3 ...4-ETSsee ETS/4-ETS 4MATICsee All-wheel drive (4MATIC) 911 emergency call . . . .
Occupant safety48Rindependently of the front air bagsRindependently of the ETDsThe front passenger side impact air bag willnot deploy if the OCS sense
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display498Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution(USA only)(Canada only)Turn On the
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display499Safety systemsDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionABS and ESPInoperati
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display500Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionInoperativeSee Oper. ManualESP® as
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display501Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionInoperativeSee Oper. ManualCL 600
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display502Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCurrentlyUnavailableSee Oper. Manu
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display503Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFront Left SRSMalfunctionService R
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display504Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionRight Side CurtainAirbag Malfuncti
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display505Driving systemsDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionMalfunctionStop Veh
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display506Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionVehicle RisingPlease WaitBrieflyTh
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display507Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionVehicle RisingPlease WaitBrieflyVe
Occupant safety49upright as possible with their back against theseat backrest and feet on the floor to becorrectly classified. If the occupant’s weigh
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display508Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionNight View AssistLights ON or AUTO
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display509Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionYou are driving with at least one
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display510Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionKeyNot DetectedThe SmartKey with K
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display511Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionTake Your KeyFrom IgnitionYou have
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display512Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionRemove 'Start'Buttonand
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display513EngineDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCheckCoolant LevelSee Oper.
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display514Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCoolant LowStop VehicleTurn Engine
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display515Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCoolant LowStop VehicleTurn Engine
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display516Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionThe cooling fan for the coolant is
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display517Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCheckEngine Oil Level(Add 1 quart)
Occupant safety50If the 59 indicator lamp is notilluminated, the front passenger front airbag is activated and will be deployedRin the event of certai
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display518Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionEngine Oil LevelCannot BeMeasuredC
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display519LampsDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCheckCenter Brake LampThe hig
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display520Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionAuto Lamp FunctionInoperativeThe l
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display521Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCheckFront LeftTurn SignalorCheckF
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display522Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCheckLeft Fog LamporCheckRight Fog
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display523Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCheckFront LeftSidemarker LamporCh
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display524TiresDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCautionTire DefectOne or more
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display525Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionTire PressurePlease RectifyThe pre
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display526GWarning!Follow recommended tire inflation pressures.Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated t
What to do if …527What to do if …Lamps in instrument clusterNotesIf any of the following lamps in the instrumentcluster fails to come on during the bu
Occupant safety51illuminated. If the 59indicator lamp goes out or remains out,do not transport a child on the frontpassenger seat until the system has
What to do if …528BrakeProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions-The yellow ABS indicatorlamp comes on while theengine is running.The ABS
What to do if …529Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions-vThe yellow ABS malfunctionindicator lamp and the yellowESP® warning lamp com
What to do if …530Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions; (USA only)3 (Canada only)The red brake warning lampcomes on while the engine
What to do if …531Safety systemsProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions<The red seat belt telltalecomes on for a maximumof 6 seconds
What to do if …532Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions<During driving the red seatbelt telltale flashes andyou additionally hear
What to do if …533For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked.Ot
What to do if …534Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionsvThe yellow ESP® warninglamp flashes while driving.The ESP® or Electronic Trac
What to do if …535VehicleProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionsThe yellow fuel tank reservewarning lamp in the fuelgauge comes on whil
What to do if …536EngineProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions±The yellow engine malfunctionindicator lamp comes on whenthe engine is
What to do if …537TiresProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionsH USA only:Combination low tirepressure telltale/TPMSmalfunction telltale
Occupant safety52In order to ensure proper operation of theair bag system and OCS:RSit with the seat belt properly fastened ina position that is as up
What to do if …538more of your tires are significantlyunderinflated. Accordingly, when the lowtire pressure telltale illuminates, you shouldstop and c
Unlocking/locking manually539GWarning!If the 59 indicator lampilluminates and remains illuminated withthe weight of a typical adult or someonelarger t
Unlocking/locking manually540Removing the mechanical key1Mechanical key locking tab2Mechanical keyXMove locking tab 1 in direction of arrow.XSlide mec
Replacing SmartKey batteries541Locking the vehicleIf you cannot lock the vehicle with theSmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, lock it asfollows:XClose the dri
Replacing SmartKey batteries542sellers of batteries to accept old batteries forrecycling.When inserting the batteries, make sure theyare clean and fre
Replacing bulbs543Replacing bulbsSafety notesSafe vehicle operation depends on properexterior lighting and signaling to a largedegree.Correct headlamp
Replacing bulbs544Front lampsLamp Type1 Low- and high-beamlamp9D1S-35 W2 High-beam flasher lamp H11 (55 W)IR emitter (for NightView Assist)H11 (55 W)3
Replacing wiper blades545work done by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.Replacing bulbs for rear lampsTail lamp unitThe tail lamps are equipped with
Replacing wiper blades546Vehicles with SmartKeyXTurn the SmartKey in the starter switch toposition 1.XTurn combination switch to wiper settingu.XWith
Flat tire547Flat tireSafety notesGWarning!The dimensions of the spare wheel aredifferent from those of the road wheels. Asa result, the vehicle handli
Occupant safety53If you are ever in an accident, your injuriescan be considerably more severe withoutyour seat belt properly buckled. Withoutyour seat
Flat tire548sure the jack arm is fully seated in the jacktake-up bracket. The jack must always bevertical when in use, especially on inclinesor declin
Flat tire549Make sure the jack arm is fully seated in thejack take-up bracket.If you do not position the jack correctly inthe jack take-up bracket, th
Flat tire550Attaching the spare wheelGWarning!Always replace wheel bolts that aredamaged or rusted.Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts.Damaged wh
Battery5511 – 5Wheel boltsXTighten the five wheel bolts evenly,following the diagonal sequence illustrated(1 to 5), until all bolts are tight. Observe
Battery552Battery acid is caustic. Donot allow it to come intocontact with skin, eyes orclothing.Wear suitable protectiveclothing, especiallygloves, a
Battery553of identical size, voltage, and capacity asthe factory-equipped battery.! As with any other battery, have thebattery disconnect at a qualifi
Jump starting554Jump startingGWarning!Failure to follow these directions will causedamage to the electronic components, andcan lead to a battery explo
Towing the vehicle555XMake sure the automatic transmission is inpark position P.XOpen the hood.1Negative clamp2Negative terminal of charged battery3Po
Towing the vehicle556bumpy roads will damage radiator andsupports.RTowing of the vehicle should only bedone using the properly installed towingeye bol
Towing the vehicle557XPress mark on cover 1 as indicated by thearrow.XLift cover 1 off to reveal the threaded holefor the towing eye bolt.Fixing towin
Occupant safety54thresholds and in certain rollovers(window curtain air bags and ETDs).RNever wear the shoulder belt under yourarm, against your neck
Fuses558! The vehicle may be towed only fordistances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at aspeed not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).iTo signal turns while being
Fuses559iIn case of a blown fuse contact RoadsideAssistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.If a newly inserted fuse blows again, have thecause
Fuses560Fuse box in the rear passengercompartment1CoverXOpening: Swing down center armrest.XOpen cover behind center armrest.XPull cover 1 forward in
Fuses561! The fuse box cover must be installedproperly to prevent moisture and/or dirtfrom entering the fuse box and possiblyimpairing fuse operation.
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563Vehicle equipment ... 564Parts service ... 564Warranty coverage ...
Warranty coverage564Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes allfeatures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the
Identification labels565Loss of Service and WarrantyInformation booklet Should you lose your Service and WarrantyInformation booklet, have an authoriz
Identification labels566iData shown on certification label are forillustration purposes only. These data arespecific to each vehicle and may vary from
Engine567EngineModelCL 550 4MATIC (216.386)10CL 600 (216.376)10Engine 273 275Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 4-stroke engine, ga
Occupant safety55child. For additional information, see“Children in the vehicle”.A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries issignificantly increased
Engine568ModelCL 63 AMG (216.377)12CL 65 AMG (216.379)12Engine 156 275Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 4-stroke engine, gasoline
Rims and tires569Rims and tiresNotes! Only use tires which have been tested andapproved by Mercedes-Benz. Tiresapproved by Mercedes-Benz are developed
Rims and tires570Same size tiresModel CL 550 4MATIC CL 600CL 550 4MATIC (Sport Package)CL 600 (Sport Package)Rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18 H2 8.5 J x
Rims and tires571Model CL 550 4MATIC (AMG Sport Package) CL 63 AMGCL 63 AMG (Performance Package)CL 65 AMGRims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18 H2 —Wheel offs
Rims and tires572Mixed size tiresModel CL 600 CL 600 CL 63 AMGCL 63 AMG (Performance Package)CL 65 AMGFront axle Rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18 H2 8.5
Rims and tires573Spare wheel! Compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label lo
Electrical system574Electrical systemModel CL 550 4MATIC CL 600 CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMGAlternator 14 V/220 A 14 V/220 A 14 V/220 A 14 V/220 AStarter motor
Main dimensions575Main dimensionsModel CL 550 4MATICCL 600CL 63 AMGCL 65 AMGOverall vehicle length 199.7 in (5 071 mm) 200.4 in (5 090 mm)Overall vehi
Weights576WeightsModel All modelsTrunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.577Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.CapacitiesVehicle components and their respectivelubricants must match. Therefore o
Occupant safety56driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt arefastened.If you and/or your passenger release theseat belt during driving, the seat beltt
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.578Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Rear axle CL 550 4MATIC 1.9 US qt (1.8 l) Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.579Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Air conditioning system — R134a refrigerant and specialPAG lubrican
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.580Viscosity grades for engine oilsUsing the chart below, select oil viscosityaccording to the lowest air temperaturee
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.581with premium unleaded gasoline as soonas possible.RAvoid full throttle driving and abruptacceleration.RDo not excee
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.582CoolantsThe engine coolant is a mixture of water andanticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides:RCorrosion protectionR
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.583Model Approximate freeze protection-35‡ (-37†) -49‡ (-45†)Cooling system CL 550 4MATIC 6.3 US qt (6.0 l) 7.0 US qt
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Occupant safety57Your vehicle takes preventive measures tobetter protect the occupants in the followinghazardous situations automatically.PRE-SAFE® ta
4Aquaplaningsee Hydroplaning Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402Aspect ratio (tires) . . .
Occupant safety581Steering wheel2Seat belt3SeatSteering wheelGObserve Safety notes, seepage 310.XPosition steering wheel 1 properly(Y page 310).Make s
Occupant safety59Children in the vehicleSafety notesIf an infant or child is traveling with you in thevehicle:XSecure the child using an infant or chi
Occupant safety60All lap/shoulder belts except the driver’s seatbelt have special seat belt retractors forsecure fastening of child restraints.To fast
Occupant safety61front passenger front air bag in yourvehicle when the system senses theweight of a typical 12-month-old child orless along with the w
Occupant safety62Installation of infant and child restraintsystemsGObserve Safety notes, seepage 59.This vehicle is equipped with tetheranchorages for
Occupant safety63Position shoulder belt across chest andshoulder, not face or neck.A booster seat may be necessary to achieveproper seat belt position
Panic alarm64XActivating: Press override switch 1.Indicator lamp 2 comes on.The rear side windows can no longer beoperated using the respective switch
Driving safety systems65Driving safety systemsIntroductionThis section contains information about thefollowing driving safety systems:RABS (Antilock B
Driving safety systems66ignition. It goes out when the engine isrunning.BrakingAt the instant one of the wheels is about tolock up, a slight pulsation
Driving safety systems67GWarning!BAS Plus is a convenience system designedto assist the driver during vehicleoperation. The responsibility for the veh
5Carpets, cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 468CD player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195Central lockingAutomatic . . . . . . .
Driving safety systems68and vehicles driving offset from yourvehicle center.After a hard collision or damage to the frontof the vehicle from an accide
Driving safety systems69ESP®GObserve Safety notes, seepage 65.The Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) isoperational as soon as the engine is runningan
Driving safety systems70as specified in the “Technical data” sectionof this Operator’s Manual.iThe DISTRONIC Plus and cruise controlswitch off automat
Driving safety systems71Ryou cannot activate the cruise control orthe DISTRONIC PlusRthe cruise control or the DISTRONIC Plusswitch off if activatediW
Driving safety systems72malfunction. Vehicle stability in standarddriving maneuvers is reduced.Adapt your speed and driving to theprevailing road cond
Driving safety systems73permitted. Do not tamper with, alter, or usein any non-approved way.Any unauthorized modification to thisdevice could void the
Driving safety systems74area clear at all times, including the areaunder the brake pedal. Objects stored inthis area may impair pedal movementwhich co
Anti-theft systems75iPRE-SAFE® Brake will remain passivewhile DISTRONIC Plus is switched on(Y page 350).After a hard collision or damage to the fronto
Anti-theft systems761Indicator lampXArming: Lock the vehicle with theSmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO.The turn signal lamps flash three times toindicate th
77Vehicle equipment ... 78COMAND introduction ... 78COMAND system settings ... 91COMAND
6DDashboardsee Instrument cluster Data recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Daytime running lamp mode . . . .
COMAND introduction78Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes allfeatures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at th
COMAND introduction79driver’s personal responsibility. DVD mapsdo not cover all areas nor all routes withinan area.Availability of functions while the
COMAND introduction80Function7 , Volume control (Y page 88)8 F Mute button (Y page 88)Example:XSwitching directly to Radio or CDmenu: Press M once or
COMAND introduction81Swiveling COMAND display1Button for swiveling display to the left2Button for swiveling display to the rightYou can swivel the COM
COMAND introduction82In this way, you can move through the menus,select menu items or exit menus.You can move through the menus either byrotating or s
COMAND introduction83Symbol How to use the COMAND controller FunctionompXSlide.RMoving through horizontal menus.RExiting vertical menus.XSlide and hol
COMAND introduction84Commands/menusVideo DVDRVideo DVD (Y page 209)RSubmenu overview (Y page 210)RSwitching to video DVD mode(Y page 211)RPause playba
COMAND introduction85Horizontal menusXMoving through the menu: Slide omp orrotate ymz.XSelecting a menu item: Press n.XExiting a menu without making a
COMAND introduction86Selecting list itemExample illustration: List of cities for navigation1Symbol for other selection options (e. g.county)XSelecting
COMAND introduction87XSelecting Audio in the main menu: Slideqm.XConfirming selection: Press n.A selection list with the functions of theAudio main me
7Blind Spot Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 382Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347DISTRONIC Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350Hi
COMAND introduction88XConfirming selection: Press n.The selected station is saved at thedesignated position. The display switchesback to the Radio dis
COMAND introduction89Adjusting volume for telephone callsIn hands-free mode, you can adjust thevolume of a telephone call while the call iscurrently a
COMAND introduction90Harman/kardon LOGIC7® surround sound isavailable for the following operating modes:RAudio DVD (MLP, DTS, PCM, and DolbyDigital au
COMAND system settings91compartment with LOGIC7® switchedon.RThe best sound results are achieved byplaying high-quality audio CDs and audioDVDs.RFor M
COMAND system settings92Display(Y page 92)Time (Y page 92) Voice Control(Y page 93)Language(Y page 94)Favorite(Y page 94)Reset (Y page 95)Display sett
COMAND system settings93Subsequent operation depends on:Rwhether your navigation system has GPSreceptionRwhich country you have previously setYou may
COMAND system settings94XSelect Vehicle £ System Settings£ Voice Control £ Start newindividualization.A prompt appears asking whether youwould like fu
COMAND navigation (introduction)95You can use the favorite button to extendor retract the rear window sunshade. Thisis the default setting.RDisplay OF
COMAND navigation (introduction)96traffic situation. DVD maps do not cover allareas nor all routes within an area. Forexample, if the traffic routing
COMAND navigation (introduction)97position is unintentionally switched to 0,restart the update.GWarning!Never leave the engine running in anenclosed s
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