Mercedes-benz R-Class 2007 Owners Manual User Manual Page 1

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9Product information왔IntroductionProduct informationPlease observe the following in your own best interest:We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz Pa

99Safety and SecurityPanic alarm왔 Panic alarmAn audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate briefly.SmartKey1 Â buttonActivating왘 Press and

100Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsIn this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems:앫 ABS (Antilock Brake Sy

101Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsBrakingAt the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake p

102Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsBASThe Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, t

103Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see the “Practical hints” section (컄 page 425) and (컄 page 441).Warning! GNever swit

104Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsSwitching off the ESP®To improve the vehicle’s traction, switch off the ESP® in driving situations where i

105Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsSwitching on the ESP®왘 Press ESP® switch 1.The ESP® warning lamp v in the instrument cluster goes out.You

106Safety and SecurityDriving safety systems4-ETSThe 4-Electronic Traction System (4-ETS) improves the vehicle’s ability to utilize available traction

107Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systems왔 Anti-theft systemsImmobilizerThe immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.Activa

108Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsArming the alarm systemThe alarm system is armed after you have locked the vehicle with the SmartKey or SmartK

10IntroductionOperator’s ManualThis Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yo

109Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsCanceling the alarmTo cancel the alarm:With the SmartKey왘 Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch.or왘 Press

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111Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeatsMemory function*LightingInstrument clusterControl systemAutomatic transmissionGood visibilityClimate co

112Controls in detailIn the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper-ate the equipment installed in your vehicle

113Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Press button Œ.All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the d

114Controls in detailLocking and unlockingGlobal locking왘 Press button ‹.With the tailgate and all doors closed, the turn signal lamps flash three tim

115Controls in detailLocking and unlockingChecking the batteries왘 Press button ‹ or Œ.Battery check lamp 5 (컄 page 112) comes on briefly to indicate t

116Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*Vehicles equipped with KEYLESS-GO come with two SmartKeys with KEYLESS-GO, each wit

117Controls in detailLocking and unlockingImportant notes on using KEYLESS-GO*앫 You can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey (

118Controls in detailLocking and unlocking앫 If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is removed from the vehicle (e.g. if a passenger exits the vehicle with th

11IntroductionOperator’s ManualImportant notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobilesUnder California law you may be e

119Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Grasp an outside door handle.All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking

120Controls in detailLocking and unlockingGlobal unlocking왘 Grasp any outside door handle other than the driver’s outside door handle.All turn signal

121Controls in detailLocking and unlockingUnlocking and opening the tailgate (Vehicles with power tailgate*)You can unlock and open the tailgate sep-a

122Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the doors from the insideYou can open a locked door from the in-side. Open door only when conditions

123Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the tailgate Opening the tailgate from the outsideA minimum height clearance of 7.2 ft (2.20 m) is r

124Controls in detailLocking and unlocking왘 Lift handle 1 in direction of arrow 3.The tailgate is released and can be opened manually.Opening the tail

125Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLimiting opening height of tailgate*Vehicles with power tailgate*:The tailgate opening height can be limited

126Controls in detailLocking and unlockingIf the tailgate comes into contact with an object while closing (e.g. luggage that has been piled too high)

127Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the tailgate from the outside (vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*)In vehicles with power tailgate* you can

128Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the tailgate and locking the vehicle from the outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*)In vehicles with po

12IntroductionOperator’s ManualMaintenanceThe Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular in

129Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the tailgate왘 Make sure you have the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* with you.왘 Press tailgate closing swi

130Controls in detailLocking and unlockingAutomatic central lockingThe doors and the tailgate lock automati-cally when the ignition is switched on and

131Controls in detailLocking and unlockingiYou can open a locked door from the inside. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so.If the vehicle

132Controls in detailSeatsFor information on seat adjustment, see the “Getting started” section (컄 page 44).For more information on folding the seats,

133Controls in detailSeatsWith the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel tilts upwards when you앫 remove the SmartKey from the starter

134Controls in detailSeats왘 Push the seat forward as far as it will go.You should now have sufficient space to access the vehicle’s third-row seat.Eas

135Controls in detailSeatsReturning second-row seats to their original positionSeat unlocked1 Lock status indicator2 Red markingWhen the seat is unloc

136Controls in detailSeatsLumbar supportThe curvature of the driver’s seat can be adjusted to help enhance lower back sup-port and seating comfort.The

137Controls in detailSeatsFront seat active head restraintsYou cannot remove the active head restraints on the driver’s and front passen-ger’s seat.Fo

138Controls in detailSeatsFore and aft adjustment (second-row seats only)The handles for adjusting the seats are located on the front of each seat bas

13IntroductionOperator’s ManualChange of address or ownershipIf you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in th

139Controls in detailSeats왘 To move seat backrest back, lean light-ly against backrest.왘 To move seat backrest forward, lean forward with handle 1 pul

140Controls in detailSeatsSecond-row seat head restraint1 Head restraint2 Release buttonRaising:왘 Manually adjust the height of head restraint 1 by pu

141Controls in detailSeatsRemoving head restraintsSeat position for removal of head restraints from second-row seats1 Head restraint2 Release button왘

142Controls in detailSeatsSeat heating*The switches for front-seat heating are lo-cated in the center console.1 Seat heating switch, front seats2 Indi

143Controls in detailSeatsSwitching on왘 Press switch 1.Three red indicator lamps 2 in the switch come on.왘 Continue pressing switch 1 until desired se

144Controls in detailMemory function*Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check and adjust the seat height, seat position fore and aft, a

145Controls in detailMemory function*The memory button and stored position buttons are located on the entry side of each front seat base.M Memory butt

146Controls in detailLightingFor information on how to switch on the headlamps and use the turn signals, see “Switching on headlamps” (컄 page 59) and

147Controls in detailLightingManual headlamp modeThe low beam headlamps and the parking lamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch

148Controls in detailLightingDaytime running lamp mode왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M or U.When the engine is running, the low beam head

14IntroductionWhere to find itThis Operator’s Manual is designed to pro-vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. Each sec

149Controls in detailLightingLocator lighting and night security illuminationThe locator lighting and the night security illumination are described in

150Controls in detailLightingRear fog lamp (driver’s side only)왘 Switch on the low beam headlamps (컄 page 59).왘 Pull out the exterior lamp switch to s

151Controls in detailLightingCorner-illuminating front fog lamps*The corner-illuminating front fog lamps improve illumination of the area in the direc

152Controls in detailLightingSwitching off corner-illuminating front fog lampsThe combination switch for the turn signal resets automatically after ma

153Controls in detailLightingSwitching on hazard warning flasher왘 Press hazard warning flasher switch 1.All turn signals are flashing.Switching off ha

154Controls in detailLightingActivating automatic control왘 Press switch 3.The interior lighting and the locator lighting (컄 page 184) come on when you

155Controls in detailLightingSwitching third-row reading lamps* on and offThe switches for the third-row reading lamps are located in the rear overhea

156Controls in detailInstrument clusterFor a full view illustration of the instrument cluster, see “Instrument cluster” (컄 page 26).1 To dim instrumen

157Controls in detailInstrument clusterAdjusting instrument cluster illuminationUse button 1 or 3 to adjust the illumina-tion brightness for the instr

158Controls in detailInstrument clusterOutside temperature indicatorThe outside temperature is indicated in the multifunction display (컄 page 159).The

15IntroductionSymbols왔 SymbolsTrademarks:앫 ESP® is a registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler.앫 HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnso

159Controls in detailControl system왔 Control systemThe control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position

160Controls in detailControl systemMultifunction steering wheelThe displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are co

161Controls in detailControl systemIt is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being ar-ranged in a circular pattern.앫

162Controls in detailControl systemMenus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus 1 to 5.The table on the next page provides an ove

163Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsMenu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5Standard display AMG11AMG vehicles only.Audio Navi*

164Controls in detailControl systemThis is what you will see when you scroll through the menus 6 to b.The table on the next page provides an overview

165Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsMenu 6 Menu 7 Menu 8 Menu 9 Menu a Menu bDISTRONIC* Vehicle status message memorySetti

166Controls in detailControl systemStandard display menuIn the standard display, the main odometer and the trip odometer appear in the multi-function

167Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button k or j repeatedly until the coolant temperature appears in the multifunction display.Calling up digi

168Controls in detailControl systemAMG menuThe main screen of the AMG menu shows you the gear currently engaged as well as the engine oil temperature.

16IntroductionOperating safetyProper use of the vehicleProper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rul

169Controls in detailControl systemRACETIMERThe RACETIMER allows you to time and save driving stretches in hours, minutes and seconds.왘 Press button è

170Controls in detailControl systemSaving lap time and starting a new lap왘 Press button ç while the timer is running.The intermediate time will be sho

171Controls in detailControl systemLap analysis왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until you see the AMG menu.왘 Press button j repeatedly until you see t

172Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button k or j repeatedly until the desired station is found.The station search depends on the selected sett

173Controls in detailControl systemSelecting MP3-CD track왘 Turn on the COMAND system and select MP3. Refer to separate CO-MAND system operating instru

174Controls in detailControl systemAIRMATIC*/Compass menuThe AIRMATIC/Compass menu displays the AIRMATIC* messages and the direction into which you ar

175Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the vehicle status message memory appears in the multifunction display.If co

176Controls in detailControl systemSettings menuIn the Settings menu there are two functions:앫 The function Reset to factory settings?, with which you

177Controls in detailControl systemSubmenus in the Settings menu왘 Press button j.The collection of the submenus appears in the multifunction display.왘

178Controls in detailControl systemThe table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. Detailed instructions on making indivi

17IntroductionProblems with your vehicle왔 Problems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you be

179Controls in detailControl systemInstrument cluster submenuAccess the Instr. cluster submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Instr. cluster submenu t

180Controls in detailControl systemAvailable languages:앫 German앫 English앫 French앫 Italian앫 Spanish앫 Dutch앫 Danish앫 Swedish앫 Portuguese앫 Turkish앫 Russi

181Controls in detailControl systemTime/Date submenuAccess the Time/Date submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Time/Date submenu to change the time a

182Controls in detailControl systemSetting the date (month)This function is not available if your vehicle is equipped with the COMAND system and navig

183Controls in detailControl systemLighting submenuAccess the Lighting submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Lighting submenu to change the lamp and

184Controls in detailControl systemIn low ambient light conditions the following lamps will switch on additionally:앫 Parking lamps앫 Tail lamps앫 Licens

185Controls in detailControl systemSetting night security illumination (Headlamps delayed shut-off feature)Use this function to set whether you would

186Controls in detailControl systemSetting interior lighting delayed shut-offUse this function to set whether you would like the interior lighting to

187Controls in detailControl systemZone map South America왘 Press button æ or ç to move the selection marker to the Vehicle submenu.왘 Press button j or

188Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Compass Calibra-tion appears in the multifunction display.The se

18IntroductionReporting safety defectsFor the USA only:The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Feder

189Controls in detailControl systemSetting automatic lockingUse this function to activate or deactivate the automatic central locking. With the automa

190Controls in detailControl systemActivating easy-entry/exit feature*Use this function to activate and deactivate the easy-entry/exit feature (컄 page

191Controls in detailControl system왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Comfort submenu.왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the me

192Controls in detailControl systemFuel consumption statistics from start왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the message From start appears in the

193Controls in detailControl systemResetting fuel consumption statistics manually왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message After reset appear

194Controls in detailControl systemYou can use the functions in the TEL menu to operate your telephone, provided it is connected to a hands-free syste

195Controls in detailControl systemEnding a call왘 Press button t.You have ended the call. The standby message appears in the multifunction display.Dia

196Controls in detailControl systemRedialingThe control system stores the most recently dialed phone numbers. This eliminates the need to search throu

197Controls in detailAutomatic transmission왔 Automatic transmissionFor information on driving with an automatic transmission see “Automatic transmissi

198Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionShifting from P to NMoving the gear selector lever up or down shifts the automatic transmission out of park

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19IntroductionVehicle data recording왔 Vehicle data recordingInformation regarding electronicrecording devices (Including notice pursuant to California

199Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionShifting from P to R왘 With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed.왘 Move

200Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionShifting from D or R to NIf you want to select neutral position N with the transmission being in drive posi

201Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionTransmission positionsThe current transmission position appears in the multifunction display.1 Current tran

202Controls in detailAutomatic transmission!If you want the gear position to remain in neutral position N (for example when the vehicle is pulled thro

203Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionDriving tipsAccelerator positionYour driving style influences the transmission’s shifting behavior:Less thr

204Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionRocking the vehicleRocking the vehicle by shifting between drive position D and reverse gear R can help fre

205Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear rangesWith the automatic transmission in drive position D, you can select a gear range for the automat

206Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionAutomatic shift programThe program mode selector switch is located on the upper part of the center console.

207Controls in detailAutomatic transmission왘 Press program mode selector switch repeatedly until the letter of the desired program mode appears in the

208Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionLimiting gear range왘 Briefly press left shift button 1.The transmission will shift to the next lower gear a

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209Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionManual shift program (R 63 AMG only)In addition to the automatic shift program C or S, your vehicle is equi

210Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionUpshifting왘 Briefly press right shift button 2 (컄 page 207).The transmission shifts to the next higher gear

211Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionKickdownUsing the kickdown when driving in the manual program mode M is not possible.Deactivating manual sh

212Controls in detailGood visibilityFor information on the windshield wipers, see “Windshield wipers” (컄 page 60).Headlamp cleaning system*The button

213Controls in detailGood visibilityAuto-dimming rear view mirrors*The reflection brightness of the exterior rear view mirror on the driver’s side and

214Controls in detailGood visibilityPower folding exterior rear view mirrors*Folding the exterior rear view mirrors in and out automaticallyWhen the c

215Controls in detailGood visibilityFolding in왘 Briefly press button 1.Both exterior rear view mirrors fold in.Folding out왘 Briefly press button 1 aga

216Controls in detailGood visibilityVanity mirror왘 Swing sun visor 1 down.왘 Flip up cover 4 to access vanity mirror 5.Vanity mirror lamp 3 comes on.왘

217Controls in detailGood visibilityRear window defrosterThe rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep battery drain to a minimum, s

218Controls in detailClimate control

21At a glanceExterior viewCockpitInstrument clusterMultifunction steering wheelCenter consoleOverhead control panelStorage compartmentsDoor control pa

219Controls in detailClimate control1 Left side air vent, adjustable2 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left side and door air vent3 Left center a

220Controls in detailClimate control1 Temperature control, left2 Air distribution and air volume (automatic, manual)3 Front defroster0 USA onlyP Cana

221Controls in detailClimate controlThe climate control is operational whenev-er the engine is running. You can operate the climate control system in

222Controls in detailClimate controlDeactivating the climate control systemDeactivating왘 Press button ´ (컄 page 220).The indicator lamp on the button

223Controls in detailClimate controlDeactivating왘 Press button  or Q (컄 page 220).The indicator lamp on button U goes out. The automatic operation of

224Controls in detailClimate controlAdjusting air volumeFive blower speeds are available.왘 Press button  to decrease or button Q to increase air volu

225Controls in detailClimate controlThe climate control switches to the follow-ing functions automatically:앫 maximum blower speed and heating power앫 a

226Controls in detailClimate controlAir recirculation modeSwitch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors from entering the vehicle from

227Controls in detailClimate controlAir recirculation mode with convenience closing and opening featureVehicles with tilt/sliding sunroof*Convenience

228Controls in detailClimate controlConvenience opening:왘 Press and hold button : until the windows and the tilt/sliding panel are opened or have reac

22At a glanceExterior view

229Controls in detailClimate controlResidual heat and ventilationWith the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the int

230Controls in detailClimate controlRear climate control panelActivating rear climate control왘 Press button U.The indicator lamp on the button comes o

231Controls in detailClimate controlOperating from the frontDeactivating왘 Press button : on the front climate control panel (컄 page 220).The indicator

232Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*

233Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*1 Left side air vent, adjustable2 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left side and door air v

234Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*1 Temperature control, driver’s side2 Air distribution and air volume (automatic, manual)3 Air d

235Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*The automatic climate control is a 3-zone intelligent automatic climate control system. Your veh

236Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Deactivating the automatic climate control systemDeactivating왘 Press button ´ (컄 page 234) until

237Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Operating the automatic climate control system in automatic modeYou can switch the automatic cli

238Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Adjusting air distributionUse the air distribution buttons 3, h, or j for the driver’s side, or

23At a glanceExterior viewItem Page1 TailgateOpening 123Closing 125Power tailgate* 123,125Cargo compartmentVehicle tool kit 472Spare wheel 4752 Rear w

239Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Adjusting air volumeFive blower speeds are available.왘 Press button  to decrease or button Q to

240Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Windshield fogged on the outside왘 Switch the windshield wipers on (컄 page 60).왘 Press button U (

241Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Activating왘 Press button : (컄 page 234).The indicator lamp on the button comes on.Deactivating왘

242Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Air recirculation mode with convenience closing and opening featureVehicles with tilt/sliding su

243Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Convenience opening:왘 Press and hold button : until the windows and the tilt/sliding panel are o

244Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Using driver-side settings for all temperature zonesYou can use the settings of the driver’s sid

245Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Activating왘 Switch off the ignition (컄 page 39).왘 Press button 9 (컄 page 234).The indicator lamp

246Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Activating rear automatic climate control왘 Press button U.The indicator lamp on the button comes

247Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Setting the temperature왘 Make sure the front automatic climate control is switched on (컄 page 23

248Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Setting the temperatureUse temperature control a (컄 page 245) to separately adjust the air tempe

24At a glanceCockpit

249Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*B-pillar air ventsAir vents are located in both B-pillars.1 Air vent, adjustable2 Thumbwheel for

250Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Adjusting air volume왘 Turn thumbwheel 3 downwards to increase the air volume.or왘 Turn thumbwheel

251Controls in detailPower windows왔 Power windowsOpening and closingThe door windows and the hinged quarter windows* are opened and closed electri-cal

252Controls in detailPower windowsOpening the door windows왘 Press switch 1, 2, 3, or 6 (컄 page 251) to the resistance point.The corresponding door win

253Controls in detailPower windowsFully opening the door windows (Express-open)왘 Press switch 1, 2, 3, or 6 (컄 page 251) past the resistance point and

254Controls in detailPower windowsOpening왘 Press and release switch 1.To stop the hinged quarter window:왘 Press and release switch 1 once more.Closing

255Controls in detailPower windows왘 Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* at the driver’s outside door handle.The SmartKey

256Controls in detailPower windowsConvenience closing featureWhen locking the vehicle, you can close the windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof* (or til

257Controls in detailPower windowsVehicles with tilt/sliding panel*If tilt/sliding panel is closed:왘 Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKey or SmartKey w

258Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroof*Opening and closingWarning! GWhen closing the tilt/sliding sunroof, make sure that there is no danger

25At a glanceCockpitItem Page1 Cruise control lever 2672 Instrument cluster 263 Multifunction steering wheel304 Horn5 Steering wheel gearshift buttons

259Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroof*The tilt/sliding sunroof is opened and closed electrically. The switch for the tilt/sliding sunroof is

260Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroof*SynchronizingThe tilt/sliding sunroof must be synchronized앫 after the battery has been disconnected or

261Controls in detailPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*왔 Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* Roller sunblinds for the panorama roof

262Controls in detailPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*Opening and closing the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel왘 Switch on the ig

263Controls in detailPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*Roof panel switch1 Push back to slide roof panel open2 Push forward to slide roof pan

264Controls in detailPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*Synchronizing the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panelThe tilt/sliding panel a

265Controls in detailPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*왘 Press and hold the roof panel switch in direction of arrow 3 (컄 page 263) until the

266Controls in detailDriving systemsThe driving systems of your vehicle are described on the following pages:앫 Cruise control (컄 page 266) and Distron

267Controls in detailDriving systems1 Setting current or higher speedAdjustment in 1 mph increments (to the resistance point) or 5 mph increments (pas

268Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting current speed왘 Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed.왘 Briefly lift the cruise control lever in di

26At a glanceInstrument cluster

269Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a higher speedYou can increase the set speed in two ways.Adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments왘

270Controls in detailDriving systems왘 Briefly lift the cruise control lever up past the resistance point in direction of arrow 1 (컄 page 267).왘 Releas

271Controls in detailDriving systems왘 Briefly press the cruise control lever down past the resistance point in direction of arrow 2.왘 Release the crui

272Controls in detailDriving systemsWarning! GDistronic is a convenience system. Its speed adjustment reduction capability is intended to make cruise

273Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic does not act upon adverse sight and distance conditions. Do not use Distronic during conditions of fog,

274Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic displays in the speedometer dial1 Set speedIf Distronic is activated, one or two cruise control speed se

275Controls in detailDriving systemsIf Distronic calculates that there is a dan-ger of collision:앫 The distance warning lamp l in the instrument clust

276Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic menu in the control systemUse the DISTRONIC menu to display the current settings for your Distronic syst

277Controls in detailDriving systems1 Setting current or higher speedAdjustment in 1 mph increments (to the resistance point) or 5 mph increments (pas

278Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a higher speedYou can increase the set speed in two ways.Adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments왘

27At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page1 L Left turn signal indicator lamp2 To dim instrument cluster illumination1573 Reset button 1564 To brighten

279Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a lower speedYou can reduce the set speed in two ways.Adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments왘 Bri

280Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting to last stored speed (“Resume” function)왘 Briefly pull the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 4 (컄

281Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting the following distance in DistronicYou can set the specified following distance for Distronic by varying t

282Controls in detailDriving systemsIncreasing distanceIncreasing the distance setting tells Distronic to maintain a greater following distance to the

283Controls in detailDriving systemsThe most likely cause for a malfunctioning system is a dirty sensor (located behind the hood grille), especially a

284Controls in detailDriving systemsLane changingDistronic has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes. There will be insufficient distance to the

285Controls in detailDriving systems왘 Switch on the distance warning func-tion in the control system (컄 page 191).1 Symbol for activated distance warn

286Controls in detailDriving systemsAdaptive Damping System (ADS)*The fine tuning of the damping is depen-dent on:앫 road surface conditions앫 your driv

287Controls in detailDriving systemsBasic settings (except R 63 AMG)There are two settings from which to choose:앫 Raised level, for driving on rough r

288Controls in detailDriving systemsBasic settings (R 63 AMG only)There are two settings from which to choose:앫 Raised level, for driving on rough roa

28At a glanceInstrument cluster

289Controls in detailDriving systemsRaised levelOnly choose the raised level when the road conditions permit. Otherwise:앫 Fuel consumption may increas

290Controls in detailDriving systemsHighway level왘 Close all doors and the tailgate.왘 Start the engine (컄 page 54).The switch is located on the upper

291Controls in detailDriving systemsParktronic* (Parking assist)The Parktronic system is an electronic aid designed to assist the driver during parkin

292Controls in detailDriving systemsRange of the sensorsTo function properly, the sensors must be free of dirt, ice, snow and slush. Clean the sensors

293Controls in detailDriving systemsWarning indicatorsVisual signals indicate to the driver the relative distance between the sensors and an obstacle.

294Controls in detailDriving systemsSwitching the Parktronic system on/offYou can switch off the Parktronic system manually.The Parktronic switch is l

295Controls in detailDriving systemsRear view camera*Warning! GThe rear view camera is only an aid and may display obstacles from a distorted perspec-

296Controls in detailDriving systemsThe rear view camera is an optical parking aid. It shows you the area behind the vehi-cle in the COMAND system dis

297Controls in detailLoading왔 LoadingRoof rack*1 Trim cover왘 Flip roof trim covers 1 open.왘 Attach the roof rack to the attachment points under roof t

298Controls in detailLoadingLoading instructionsLoad distributionThe gross vehicle weight which is the weight of the vehicle including fuel, tools, sp

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.Your selection of our product is a demon-stration of your trust in ou

29At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page8 Multifunction display with:앫 Trip odometer 157앫 Main odometer 1599 Tachometer with:< Seat belt telltale 7

299Controls in detailLoadingPlease pay attention to and comply with the following instructions when loading the vehicle and transporting cargo:앫 Alway

300Controls in detailLoadingSecond seat-rowTwo cargo tie-down rings are located in the footwell behind the driver’s and passenger seat.1 Cargo tie-dow

301Controls in detailLoadingExpanding cargo compartmentYou can separately fold each seat of the rear passenger compartment to expand the cargo compart

302Controls in detailLoading3 Seat backrest4 Seat cushion5 Strap왘 Move seat backrest 3 slightly for-ward.Seat cushion 4 is released and folds forward

303Controls in detailLoadingFolding second-row seats왘 Move the seat to be folded to its rear-most position (컄 page 138).왘 Remove the rear center conso

304Controls in detailLoadingFolding third-row seats왘 Completely lower the head restraints of the third-row seats.1 Seat belt holder2 Release handle3 S

305Controls in detailLoadingSecond-row seat unlocked1 Lock status indicator2 Red markingWhen the seat is unlocked앫 lock status indicator 1 is extended

306Controls in detailLoadingCargo compartment cover blind*The cargo compartment cover blind can be installed behind the third-row seats or the second-

307Controls in detailLoadingInstalling blind왘 For installation behind second-row seats, install the blind extensions (컄 page 307).왘 Remove the covers

308Controls in detailLoadingWhen not in use, you can attach the cover blind extensions to the cover blind.5 Extension guide rail6 Mounting왘 With the c

30At a glanceMultifunction steering wheelItem Page1 Multifunction display 159Operating the control system1602 Selecting the submenu or setting the vol

309Controls in detailLoading앫 With the cargo compartment expanded in part (컄 page 301), use holders behind C-pillars 2 and the cargo tie-down rings in

310Controls in detailLoadingLoosening the partition netBelt hook attached in the second-row footwell1 Buckle2 Belt hook3 Cargo tie-down ring왘 Loosen t

311Controls in detailUseful features왔 Useful featuresStorage compartments Glove box/CD changer*1 Glove box lid release2 Glove box lidOpening the glove

312Controls in detailUseful featuresClosing CD changer*1 CD changer왘 Gently push CD changer 1 up in direction of arrow until it engages.For informatio

313Controls in detailUseful features1 Cover2 Chrome label왘 Tab lightly on chrome label 2 of cover 1.Cover 1 swings open.Front armrest storage compartm

314Controls in detailUseful featuresRear armrest storage compartment*A storage compartment is located in the armrest of the rear center console* betwe

315Controls in detailUseful featuresThird-row storage compartmentStorage compartments are located on the side trims of the third-row seats.1 Storage c

316Controls in detailUseful featuresParcel net in cargo compartment1 Parcel net2 Clips3 Mounting openings4 Mounting lug5 Rail왘 Take parcel net 1 out o

317Controls in detailUseful featuresCard/ticket holder with bottle openerA card/ticket holder and a bottle opener are located in the cup holder of the

318Controls in detailUseful featuresCup holder in front of second-row seatsA cupholder is located in front of the second-row seats.Opening cup holder1

31At a glanceCenter console왔 Center consoleUpper partItem Page1 COMAND system, see separate operating instructions2 Climate control 2183-zone automati

319Controls in detailUseful featuresCupholders in third-row side trimCupholders are located in the side trims of the third-row seats.1 Cup holderAshtr

320Controls in detailUseful featuresRemoving ashtray insert왘 Grip ashtray insert 2 on the sides and pull it out upwards.Reinstalling ashtray insert왘 I

321Controls in detailUseful featuresCigarette lighter*왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 39).1 Cover plate2 Cigarette lighter왘 Open cover plate 1 (컄 pag

322Controls in detailUseful featuresPower outlets Power outlets are located앫 in the additional storage compartment in front center console (컄 page 322

323Controls in detailUseful featuresPower outlet in second-row footwell왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 39).왘 Flip up cover and insert electrical plug

324Controls in detailUseful featuresRemoving1 Rear center console2 Release handle3 Rear center console base4 Folding back5 Handle6 Anchorage points왘 P

325Controls in detailUseful featuresInstallingYou can install the rear center console in two different positions. In the most for-ward position (posit

326Controls in detailUseful featuresHeated steering wheel*The steering wheel heating warms up the leather area of the steering wheel.The stalk is loca

327Controls in detailUseful featuresTelephone*Radio transmitters, such as a portable tele-phone or a citizens band unit, should only be used inside th

328Controls in detailUseful featuresPlease note that these functions are only available with Mercedes-Benz approved mobile phones. Please contact an a

32At a glanceCenter consoleLower partItem Page1 Storage compartment 3122 Armrest storage tray release3133 Armrest storage compart-ment release3134 Sto

329Controls in detailUseful featuresRemoving mobile phone from mobile phone cradleExample illustration1 Release catch for mobile phone2 Mobile phone c

330Controls in detailUseful featuresTele Aid*Shortly after the completion of your Tele Aid acquaintance call, you will receive a user ID and password.

331Controls in detailUseful featuresSystem self-checkInitially, after switching on the ignition, malfunctions are detected and indicated (the indicato

332Controls in detailUseful featuresA voice connection between the Response Center and the occupants of the vehicle will be established automatically

333Controls in detailUseful featuresRoadside Assistance button •The Roadside Assistance button • is located below the center armrest cover.1 Roadside

334Controls in detailUseful featuresThe Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes-Benz technician or arra

335Controls in detailUseful featuresWhen the connection is established, the message Call connected appears in the multifunction display. The Tele Aid

336Controls in detailUseful featuresCall priorityIf other service calls such as a Roadside Assistance call or Information call are active, an Emergenc

337Controls in detailUseful featuresStolen Vehicle Recovery servicesIn the event your vehicle was stolen:왘 Report the incident to the police.The polic

338Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming the integrated remote controlStep 1:왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 39).Step 2:왘 If you have previous

33At a glanceOverhead control panel왔 Overhead control panelItem Page1 Left reading lamp on/off 1532 Automatic interior lighting 1533 Rear interior lig

339Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 3:왘 Hold the end of the hand-held remote control 5 of the device you wish to train approximately 2 to 5 in (5

340Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 9:왘 Press the “training” button on the garage door opener motor head unit.The “training light” is activated.Y

341Controls in detailUseful featuresReprogramming a single signal transmitter buttonTo program a device using a signal trans-mitter button previously

342Controls in detailUseful features앫 If another hand-held remote control is available for the same device, try the programming steps again using that

343Controls in detailUseful featuresTo make sure the display is correct, the compass must be set to the proper geographic zone (컄 page 186). It may al

344Controls in detailUseful featuresInfrared reflecting windshield*1 Infrared transparent areasYour vehicle is equipped with infrared reflecting glass

345OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)Driving instructionsAt the gas stationEngine compartmentTires and wheelsWinter drivingMaintenanceVehicle car

346OperationIn the “Operation” section you will find detailed information on operating, main-taining and caring for your vehicle.The first 1000 miles

347OperationDriving instructions왔 Driving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelFuel consumption, to a great extent, depends on driving habits and ope

348OperationDriving instructionsPower assistance BrakesWarning! GWith the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering

34At a glanceStorage compartments

349OperationDriving instructionsTo help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted roads), it is advisable t

350OperationDriving instructionsHigh-performance brake system (R 63 AMG only)The high-performance brake system is designed to operate under the extrem

351OperationDriving instructionsDriving offApply the brakes to test them briefly after driving off. Perform this procedure only when the road is clear

352OperationDriving instructionsTires Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumfe

353OperationDriving instructionsTire tractionThe safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road.You should pay parti

354OperationDriving instructionsR320 CDI, R350, R500Your vehicle is factory equipped with “H”-rated tires, which have a speed rating of 130 mph (210 k

355OperationDriving instructionsRoad salts and chemicals can adversely af-fect braking efficiency. Increased pedal force may become necessary to produ

356OperationDriving instructionsPassenger compartment Driving abroadAbroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If y

357OperationDriving instructionsControl and operation of radio transmittersCOMAND system, radio and telephone*Telephones and two-way radiosRadio trans

358OperationDriving instructionsOxidation catalyst (diesel engine)Your vehicle is equipped with an oxidation catalyst, an important element in conjunc

35At a glanceStorage compartmentsItem Page1 Parcel net in front passenger footwell3152 Glove box/CD changer* 3113 Door pocket4 Parcel net on front pas

359OperationDriving instructionsCoolant temperatureDuring severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant temperature may rise t

360OperationAt the gas stationRefuelingThe fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Locking/unlocking the v

361OperationAt the gas station왘 Open the fuel filler flap completely.왘 Turn the fuel cap to the counterclock-wise and hold on to it until possible pre

362OperationAt the gas stationLow outside temperatures (diesel engine)To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with improved cold flow characteristics is

363OperationAt the gas stationWindshield/rear window washer system and headlamp cleaning system*For more information on refilling the wash-er reservoi

364OperationEngine compartmentHoodOpeningWarning! GDo not pull the release lever while the vehi-cle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could be forced o

365OperationEngine compartmentThe hood lock release lever is located in the driver’s footwell.1 Hood lock release lever왘 Pull release lever 1 downward

366OperationEngine compartmentClosing왘 Let the hood drop from a height of approximately 1 ft (30 cm).The hood will lock audibly.왘 Check to make sure t

367OperationEngine compartment왘 Press button k or j on the mul-tifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the following message appears in the multifu

368OperationEngine compartmentIf there is excess engine oil with the engine at operating temperature, the following message will appear:Engine oil lev

36At a glanceDoor control panelItem Page1 Inside door handle 1222 Central locking/unlocking switch1303 Exterior rear view mirror adjustment494 Selecti

369OperationEngine compartment왘 If necessary, add engine oil.For more information on engine oil, see “Technical data” section (컄 page 538) and (컄 page

370OperationEngine compartment왘 Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck.왘 Add engine oil as required. Be careful not to overfill with oil.Be careful not

371OperationEngine compartmentThe coolant expansion tank is located on the passenger side of the engine compart-ment.1 Cap2 Coolant expansion tank3 In

372OperationEngine compartmentWindshield/rear window washer system and headlamp cleaning* systemThe windshield washer reservoir is located in the engi

373OperationTires and wheels왔 Tires and wheelsSee an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for information on tested and recommended rims and ti

374OperationTires and wheelsTire care and maintenanceRegularly check your tire inflation pressure at least once a month. For more informa-tion on chec

375OperationTires and wheelsTread depth Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread de

376OperationTires and wheelsLoading the vehicleTwo labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. 앫 The Tire and Loading Informati

377OperationTires and wheelsTire and Loading InformationTire and Loading Information placard1 Load limit information on the Tire and Loading Informati

378OperationTires and wheelsSteps for determining correct load limit The following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Ti

37Getting startedUnlockingAdjustingDrivingParking and locking

379OperationTires and wheelsThe higher the weight of all occupants, the less cargo and luggage load capacity is available.For more information, see “T

380OperationTires and wheelsCertification labelEven after careful determination of the combined weight of all occupants, cargo and the trailer tongue

381OperationTires and wheelsYour vehicle is equipped with the Tire and Loading Information placard located on the driver’s door B-pillar (컄 page 376).

382OperationTires and wheelsBe sure to readjust the tire inflation pressure for normal driving speeds. You should wait until the tires are cold before

383OperationTires and wheelsChecking tire inflation pressure manuallyFollow the steps below to achieve correct tire inflation pressure:왘 Remove the ca

384OperationTires and wheelsReactivating the Run Flat IndicatorThe tire inflation pressure monitor must be reactivated in the following situations:앫 i

385OperationTires and wheelsIf you wish to confirm activation:왘 Press button æ.The following message will appear in the multifunction display:Run Flat

386OperationTires and wheelsWarning! GEach tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation

387OperationTires and wheelsReactivating the TPMSThe TPMS must be reactivated when you have adjusted the tire inflation pressure to a new level (e.g.

388OperationTires and wheelsChecking tire pressure electronically with the Advanced Tire Pressure Moni-toring System (Advanced TPMS)*, (Canada only)Th

38Getting startedThe “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners should pay

389OperationTires and wheelsReactivating Advanced TPMS*The TPMS must be reactivated when you have adjusted the tire inflation pressure to a new level

390OperationTires and wheels왘 Press button è or ÿ on the mul-tifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the standard display menu appears in the multi

391OperationTires and wheelsOverinflated tiresOverinflated tires can:앫 adversely affect handling characteristics앫 cause uneven tire wear앫 be more pron

392OperationTires and wheelsTire size designation, load and speed rating1 Tire width 2 Aspect ratio in %3 Radial tire code4 Rim diameter5 Tire load ra

393OperationTires and wheelsRim diameterThe rim diameter 4 (컄 page 392) is the diameter of the bead seat, not the diameter of the rim edge. Rim diamet

394OperationTires and wheelsSummer tires앫 At the tire manufacturer’s option, any tire with a speed capability above 149 mph (240 km/h) can include a “

395OperationTires and wheelsAll-season and winter tires Load identification1 Load identificationIn addition to tire load rating, special load informat

396OperationTires and wheelsDOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN)U.S. tire regulations require each new tire manufacturer or tire retreader to mold a

397OperationTires and wheelsTire type codeThe code 4 (컄 page 396) may, at the option of the manufacturer, be used as a descriptive code for identifyin

398OperationTires and wheelsMaximum tire inflation pressure1 Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure This is the maximum permissible tire inflatio

ContentsIntroduction... 9Product information... 9Operator’s Manual ...

39Getting startedUnlockingUnlocking with KEYLESS-GO*With the KEYLESS-GO function, you can lock or unlock the vehicle without using the remote control

399OperationTires and wheelsQuality grades can be found, where applicable, on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For

400OperationTires and wheelsTemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the high-est), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis-tance to the generation of

401OperationTires and wheelsTire and loading terminologyAccessory weightThe combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced)

402OperationTires and wheelsGVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)The GVW comprises the weight of the vehicle including fuel, tools, spare wheel, installed access

403OperationTires and wheelsRimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated.SidewallThe portion of a ti

404OperationTires and wheelsRotating tiresTire rotation can be performed on vehicles with tires of the same dimension all around. If your vehicle is e

405OperationWinter driving왔 Winter drivingBefore the onset of winter, have your vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

406OperationWinter drivingSnow chainsSnow chains should only be driven on snow-covered roads at speeds not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h). Remove chains a

407OperationMaintenance왔 MaintenanceWe strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center, in ac

408OperationMaintenanceClearing the maintenance service indicator messageThe maintenance service indicator mes-sage is automatically cleared앫 after ap

40Getting startedUnlockingSmartKeyStarter switch0 For removing SmartKey1 Power supply for some electrical consumers, such as seat adjustment2 Ignition

409OperationMaintenanceCalling up the maintenance service indicator displayYou can call up the maintenance service indicator display at any time to ch

410OperationVehicle careCleaning and care of the vehicleRegular and proper care will help to main-tain the value of your vehicle. The best way to prot

411OperationVehicle careMercedes-Benz because of the possibility of incompatibility between materials used in the production process and others applie

412OperationVehicle careEngine cleaningPrior to cleaning the engine compartment make sure to protect electrical compo-nents and connectors from the in

413OperationVehicle careOrnamental moldingsFor regular cleaning and care of ornamen-tal moldings, use a use damp cloth.Headlamps, brake lamps, tail la

414OperationVehicle careCleaning the Distronic* system sensor cover1 Distronic system sensor cover왘 Switch off the ignition (컄 page 39).왘 Use a mild c

415OperationVehicle careCleaning the Rear View Camera lens*1 Camera lens왘 Only use clean water and a soft, non-scratching cloth to clean camera lens 1

416OperationVehicle careCleaning the panorama roof with tilt/sliding panel*The rear part of the panorama roof has a protective layer on the inside. 왘

417OperationVehicle careHard plastic trim items왘 Use Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care, a soft, lint-free cloth and apply with light pressure.Steer

418OperationVehicle careLeather upholsteryPlease note that leather upholstery is a natural product and is therefore subject to a natural aging process

41Getting startedUnlockingSmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*Vehicles equipped with the KEYLESS-GO feature are supplied with a SmartKey with integrated KEYLESS-

419Practical hintsWhat to do if …Where will I find ...?Unlocking/locking in an emergencyOpening/closing in an emergencyResetting activated head restra

420Practical hintsWhat to do if …Lamps in instrument cluster General information:If any of the following lamps in the instru-ment cluster fails to com

421Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/conse-quenceSuggested solution; (USA only)3 (Canada only)The red brake warning lamp comes on w

422Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/conse-quenceSuggested solution; (USA only)3 (Canada only)-vThe red brake warning lamp comes on

423Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/conse-quenceSuggested solution? (USA only)± (Canada only)The yellow engine malfunction indicat

424Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/conse-quenceSuggested solution? (USA only)± (Canada only)The yellow engine malfunction indicat

425Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionv The yellow ESP® warning lamp comes on while the engine is runn

426Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution< The red seat belt telltale comes on for a maximum of 6 seco

427Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution< During driving the red seat belt telltale flashes and you a

428Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionH USA only:Combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction tellta

42Getting startedUnlockingPosition 0Before you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0 (as with Smart

429Practical hintsWhat to do if …Warning! GEach tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the infla

430Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionThe yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp in the fuel gauge come

431Practical hintsWhat to do if …Lamp in center consoleProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution59The front passenger front air bag off in

432Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequenceSuggested solution59The front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp does not i

433Practical hintsWhat to do if …Vehicle status messages in the multifunction displayWarning and malfunction messages appear in the multifunction disp

434Practical hintsWhat to do if …On the pages that follow, you will find a compilation of the most important warning and malfunction messages that may

435Practical hintsWhat to do if …Text messagesDisplay message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionABSinoperativeSee Operator's ManualThe

436Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionABSunavailableSee Operator’s ManualIf the yellow ESP® war

437Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionDISTRONIC––– mphYou have attempted to set a speed while d

438Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionDISTRONICavailable againDistronic* had been deactivated a

43Getting startedAdjusting왔 AdjustingSeatsWarning! GAll seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fastening o

439Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionDISTRONICcurrently unavailableSee Operator’s ManualDistro

440Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionDepress brake toshift out ofParkYou have tried to shift t

441Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionESPinoperativeSee Operator’s ManualIn addition, the yello

442Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionESPunavailableSee Operator’s ManualThe ESP® was deactivat

443Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionPShift to PYou have started the engine or switched on the

444Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionSRSRestraint sys. malfunctionVisit workshopThe system is

445Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequencePossible solutionFront passenger airbagenabledSee Operator’s ManualFront pa

446Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequencePossible solutionFront passenger airbagenabledSee Operator’s ManualMonitor

447Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequencePossible solutionFront passenger airbagdisabledSee Operator’s ManualFront p

448Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequencePossible solutionFront passenger airbagdisabledsee Operator’s ManualMonitor

44Getting startedAdjustingSeat adjustmentThe seat adjustment switch is located on the entry side of each front seat base.1 Head restraint height (vehi

449Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCheck tiresThen restartRun Flat IndicatorThere was a warn

450Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionTire pressure monitorinoperativeThe TPMS or Advanced TPMS

451Practical hintsWhat to do if …Symbol messagesDisplay symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution# The battery is no longer

452Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution#Battery/AlternatorStop vehicleThe battery

453Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution; (USA only)! (Canada only)Releaseparking

454Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution; (USA only)3 (Canada only)Checkbrake flui

455Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution•Coolant levelStop car, switch engine offT

456Practical hintsWhat to do if …During severe operation conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-perature may rise close to 248°F (12

457Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionB Top up coolantSee Oper. ManualThe coolan

458Practical hintsWhat to do if …When the message Add 1 qt. engine oil when next refueling (Canada: 1 liter) appears while the engine is running and a

45Getting startedAdjustingSeat fore and aft adjustment왘 Press the switch forward or backward in direction of arrow 5.Adjust the seat to a comfortable

459Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionNEngine oil levelStop car, turn engine off

460Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionc You are driving with one or more doors

461Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFKeynot detectedThe SmartKey with KEYLESS-

462Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFKey detectedin vehicleA SmartKey with KEY

463Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. 3rd brake lampThe high mounted brake lam

464Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. Cornering lampLeftThe left corner-illumi

465Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. License plate lampLeftThe left license p

466Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. Marker lampFront LeftThe left front side

467Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. Switch off lightsYou have removed the Sm

468Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. Turn signalRear LeftThe left rear turn s

46Getting startedAdjustingRaising:왘 Manually adjust the height of head restraint 1 by pulling it upward.If head restraint 1 is fully retracted, push r

469Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionL Tele AidinoperativeOne or more main func

470Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionn*STOPcar too lowThe AIRMATIC* is inoperat

471Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionn*Vehicle risingwait brieflyThe vehicle le

472Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?First aid kitThe first aid kit is stored under the cargo compartment floor, see “Vehicle tool kit” (컄 page 472

473Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?3 Securing hook왘 Release securing hook 3 (located be-low the floor handle) from holder.3 Securing hook4 Cargo

474Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Vehicle jack The vehicle jack is located underneath the storage compartment floor.Storage position왘 Remove veh

475Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Setting up the collapsible wheel chockThe collapsible wheel chock serves to ad-ditionally secure the vehicle,

476Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Your vehicle is equipped with a spare wheel with collapsible tire. The spare wheel is located underneath the c

477Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?1 Guide pins2 Spare wheel왘 Place spare wheel 2 into spare wheel well.Make sure spare wheel 2 is placed precise

478Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the vehicleIf you cannot unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*, open the dr

47Getting startedAdjustingMake sure that앫 you can reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent at the elbows앫 you can move your legs freely앫

479Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyLocking the vehicleIf you cannot lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*, lock the vehicl

480Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency왘 Insert a suitable object such as a coin into the slot of lock 1.왘 Turn lock 1 counterclockwise by

481Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency왔 Opening/closing in an emergencyPower tilt/sliding sunroof*You can open or close the tilt/sliding su

482Practical hintsResetting activated head restraintsIf the active head restraints have been triggered in a rear-end collision, the active head restra

483Practical hintsReplacing SmartKey batteries왔 Replacing SmartKey batteriesIf the batteries in the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* are disc

484Practical hintsReplacing bulbsBulbsSafe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-fore essential that all bu

485Practical hintsReplacing bulbsFront lamps Rear lampsLamp Type1 Parking/standing lamp W 5 W2 Turn signal lamp PY 21 W3 Additional turn signal lampLE

486Practical hintsReplacing bulbsNotes on bulb replacement앫 Only use 12-volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating.앫 Switch the li

487Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for front lampsBefore you start to replace a bulb for a front lamp, do the following first:왘 Turn the

488Practical hintsReplacing bulbsHigh beam headlamp bulbs왘 Turn cover 1 counterclockwise.왘 Remove cover 1.왘 Turn bulb socket 4 counterclockwise.왘 Pull

48Getting startedAdjustingMake sure that앫 you can reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent at the elbows앫 you can move your legs freely앫

489Practical hintsReplacing bulbsLow beam and high beam flasher spot bulbsFront turn signal lamp bulbs왘 Pull bulb socket 1 out of the head-lamp housin

490Practical hintsReplacing bulbsExample illustration (R 63 AMG)1 Corner-illuminating front fog lamp*2 Cover3 Retaining screws왘 Remove retaining screw

491Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왘 Turn bulb socket 5 counterclockwise.왘 Pull bulb socket 5 out of the housing.왘 Pull the bulb out of bulb socket 5.왘

492Practical hintsReplacing bulbsOpening the side trim panels1 Lock2 Cover in left side trim panel1 Lock2 Cover in right side trim panel왘 Insert a sui

493Practical hintsReplacing bulbsLicense plate lamps1 License plate lamp cover2 Screw왘 Loosen screws 2.왘 Remove license plate lamp cover 1.왘 Replace t

494Practical hintsReplacing wiper bladesFront wiper bladesRemoving왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*: 왘 Make sure

495Practical hintsReplacing wiper bladesInstalling1 Wiper blade2 Attachment3 Guide tab4 Opening왘 With guide tab 3 sliding into opening 4, place wiper

496Practical hintsReplacing wiper bladesRemoving왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*왘 Make sure the vehicle’s on-bo

497Practical hintsFlat tire왔 Flat tirePreparing the vehicle왘 Park the vehicle in a safe distance from moving traffic on a hard, flat surface when poss

498Practical hintsFlat tireMounting the spare wheelPreparing the vehicle왘 Prepare the vehicle as described (컄 page 497).왘 Take the wheel wrench and th

Contents Safety and Security... 71Occupant safety... 72Air bags ...

49Getting startedAdjustingInterior rear view mirror왘 Manually adjust the interior rear view mirror.For more information, see “Rear view mir-rors” (컄 p

499Practical hintsFlat tire1 Wheel wrench왘 On wheel to be changed, loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts (approximately one full turn with whee

500Practical hintsFlat tireRemoving the wheel1 Alignment bolt왘 Unscrew upper-most wheel bolt and remove.왘 Replace this wheel bolt with alignment bolt

501Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Guide spare wheel onto the alignment bolt and push it on.왘 Insert wheel bolts and tighten them slightly.왘 Unscrew the ali

502Practical hintsFlat tireElectric air pump1 Flap2 On/off switch3 Electrical plug4 Air hose with pressure gauge and vent screw5 Union nut왘 Open flap

503Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Press 0 on electric air pump switch 2.왘 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0.왘 Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*

504Practical hintsFlat tire6 Wheel wrench왘 Tighten the five wheel bolts evenly, fol-lowing the diagonal sequence illustrat-ed (1 to 5), until all bolt

505Practical hintsBleeding the fuel system (diesel engine only)왔 Bleeding the fuel system (diesel engine only)Driving the vehicle until the fuel tank

506Practical hintsBatteryThe battery is located under the front passenger seat.The battery should always be sufficiently charged in order to achieve i

507Practical hintsBattery!The battery is a valve-regulated lead acid (VRLA) battery, also referred to as “fleece” battery. Such batteries do not requi

508Practical hintsBatteryDisconnecting, removing, reinstalling and reconnecting the batteryStep 1 (Disconnecting)왘 Set the automatic transmission to p

50Getting startedAdjustingFor more information, see “Rear view mir-rors” (컄 page 212).!Vehicles with power folding exterior rear view mirrors*:If an e

509Practical hintsBattery왘 Switch off all electrical consumers.왘 Read and observe safety instructions and precautions (컄 page 506).왘 Open the front pa

510Practical hintsBattery왘 Switch off the ignition (컄 page 40).왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*:왘 Make sure the

511Practical hintsBatteryStep 5 (Disconnecting)7 Battery cover mounting nuts왘 Unfasten and remove battery cover mounting nuts 7.Step 6 (Disconnecting)

512Practical hintsBatteryStep 8 (Disconnecting)f Positive terminal with coverg Negative terminal왘 Disconnect battery negative lead from negative termi

513Practical hintsBattery왘 Connect the positive lead to the posi-tive terminal and fasten it’s cover (컄 page 512).왘 Connect the negative lead to the n

514Practical hintsJump startingIf the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the bat-tery of another vehicle. Observe

515Practical hintsJump startingThe jump-start contacts are located in the engine compartment.1 Negative (-) terminal2 Positive (+) terminal 왘 Make sur

516Practical hintsJump starting왘 Connect positive terminals 2 and 4 with the jumper cable. Clamp cable to charged battery 4 first.왘 Start engine of th

517Practical hintsTowing the vehicle왔 Towing the vehicleMercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using

518Practical hintsTowing the vehicleInstalling towing eye boltDepending on whether you are towing a vehicle or you are being towed, the towing eye bol

51Getting startedDriving왔 DrivingFastening the seat beltsWarning! GMake sure that absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedal’s range of movement.

519Practical hintsTowing the vehicleRemoving cover왘 Press mark on cover 1 as indicated by the arrow.왘 Lift off cover 1 to reveal the threaded hole for

520Practical hintsFusesThe electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to switch off malfunctioning power circuits.If a fuse is blown, the components and s

521Practical hintsFusesFuse box in engine compartmentThe main fuse box is located on the pas-senger side of the engine compartment.왘 Open the hood (컄

522Practical hintsFusesFuse box in passenger compartmentThe fuse box is located behind a cover in the dashboard on the passenger side.왘 Open the front

523Technical dataParts serviceWarranty coverageIdentification labelsLayout of poly-V-belt driveEngineRims and tiresElectrical systemMain DimensionsWei

524Technical dataThe “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.Parts serviceAll authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers

525Technical dataWarranty coverage왔 Warranty coverageYour vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Inf

526Technical dataIdentification labels1 Certification label (on driver’s B-pillar)The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found in the followin

527Technical dataIdentification labels4 Second-row seat5 Carpet6 VIN왘 Move second-row seat 4 on pas-senger side to the rear as far as possi-ble (컄 pag

528Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt driveR320CDI1 Coolant pump2 Idler pulley3 Automatic belt tensioner4 Power steering pump5 Air conditioning compr

52Getting startedDriving1 Seat belt outlet2 Latch plate3 Buckle4 Release buttonWarning! GNever ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an e

529Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt driveR63AMG1 Idler pulley2 Idler pulley3 Idler pulley4 Automatic belt tensioner5 Power steering pump6 Air condi

530Technical dataEngineModel R 320 CDI (251.122)1R 350 (251.165)11The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz

531Technical dataEngineModel R 500 (251.175)11The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center f

532Technical dataRims and tires!Only use tires which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tires approved by Mercedes-Benz are developed to

533Technical dataRims and tiresSame size tiresR320CDIR350R500 R320CDI (Sport Package*)R 350 (Sport Package*)R 500 (Sport Package*)Rims (light alloy) 7

534Technical dataRims and tiresSpare wheel (collapsible tire)R320CDIR350R500R63AMGRim (steel) 6.5 B x 18 H2 –Rim (light alloy) – 5.5 B x 19 H2Wheel of

535Technical dataElectrical system왔 Electrical systemModel R350 R500 R63AMGGenerator (alternator) 14 V/150 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 AStarter motor 12 V/1

536Technical dataMain DimensionsModel R320CDI, R350 R500 R63AMGOverall vehicle length 203.0 in (5157 mm) 203.0 in (5157 mm) 203.0 in (5157 mm)Overall

537Technical dataWeights왔 WeightsRoof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)

538Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.CapacitiesVehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore use only products

53Getting startedDriving왘 With a smooth motion, pull the belt out of seat belt outlet 1.왘 Place the shoulder portion of the seat belt across the top o

539Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Power steering approx. 1.3 US qt (1.2 l) MB Power St

540Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Engine oilsEngine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durability f

541Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Brake fluidOnly brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz is recommended. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz

542Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Gasoline additives (gasoline engine)A major concern among engine manufac-turers is carbon build-up c

543Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.These blends must also meet all other fuel requirements, such as resistance to spark knock, boiling

544Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.If the coolant level is low, water and MB 325.0 anticorrosion/antifreeze should be used to bring it

545Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Anticorrosion/antifreezeYour vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts. The use of aluminum compon

546Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning* systemBoth the windshield washer and headlamp cleaning* sys

547IndexAABS 100Indicator lamp 420Messages in the multifunction display 435Accelerator position, automatic transmission 203Accessory weight 401Acciden

548IndexAutomatic climate control (3-zone)* 232Air conditioning, Cooling 243Air conditioning refrigerant 540Air distribution 238Air recirculation mode

54Getting startedDrivingStarting the engine Automatic transmissionGearshift pattern for automatic transmissionP Park positionR Reverse gearN NeutralD

549IndexBeverage holder see Cup holderBleeding the fuel system(diesel engine) 505Bolts, Spare wheel 500Bottle opener 317Brake Assist System see BASBra

550IndexClimate control 218Air conditioning, Cooling 228Air conditioning refrigerant 540Air distribution 223Air recirculation mode 226Air vents, Front

551IndexDDate display, Setting 181Daytime running lamp mode 148Setting 183Deep water see Standing waterDefogging windshield 225, 240Defrosting, Front

552IndexDoor control panel 36Door handle 36Door windows see Power windowsDOT 396, 401Drinking and driving 347Driving 51Abroad 356Hydroplaning 352In wi

553IndexEmission control 358Information label 527System warranties 10Vacuum routing diagram label 527EngineBelt layout 528Break-in recommendations 346

554IndexFog lamp, Front see Corner-illuminating front fog lamps*Fog lamp, Rear 150Messages in the multifunction display 466Replacing bulbs 4844-ETS 10

555IndexGross Axle Weight Rating see GAWRGross Trailer Weight see GTWGross Vehicle Weight Rating see GVWRGross Vehicle Weight see GVWGTW 401GVW 402GVW

556IndexIIdentification label see LabelsIdentification labelsCertification label 527Ignition 40, 54, 67Immobilizer 107Indicator lamps see Lamps, Indic

557IndexRemote control 112Replacing batteries 483Selective settings 114Starter switch positions 39Starting the engine 54Turning off the engine 67Unloc

558IndexFront fog lamps* 146Front passenger front air bag off 78, 88, 92, 93, 431Fuel reserve 29, 430High beam headlamps 29Instrument cluster 26, 420P

55Getting startedDrivingStarting with the SmartKeyFor information on turning off the engine with the SmartKey, see “Turning off the en-gine” (컄 page 6

559Indexdisplay messagesMicrophone, Hands-free 33MirrorsAdjusting 48Auto-dimming* 213Exterior rear view mirrors 49Interior rear view mirror 48, 212Mob

560IndexOOccupant Classification System see OCSOccupant distribution 402Occupant safety 72Active head restraint 83Air bags 74Children and air bags 75,

561IndexPoly-V-belt driveLayout 528Positions (Memory function*) see Seats 145Power assistance 348Power outlets 322Power seats see SeatsPower tilt/slid

562IndexRefrigerant, Air conditioning 540Refueling 360Regular checks 362Reminder, Seat belt see Seat belts, TelltaleRemote controlSmartKey 112SmartKey

563IndexSeats 132Adjusting 43Easy entry/exit feature 132Heating* 142Memory function* 144Multicontour seat* 136Ventilation* 143Securing cargo 299Select

564IndexSRS 81Indicator lamp 430Messages in the multifunction display 444Standing lampsReplacing bulbs 484, 485Standing water, Driving through 355Star

565IndexTechnical data 540Air conditioning refrigerant 539Brake fluid 539, 541Coolant 539, 543Dimensions, Vehicle 536Electrical system 535Engine 530En

566IndexTire inflation pressureChecking 382Checking manually 383Checking tire pressure electronically, Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Advan

567IndexTurn signal lampsCleaning lenses 413Messages in the multifunction display 468Replacing bulbs 484Turn signals 60Additional in mirrors 485Bulbs

568IndexWWarning indicatorsParktronic* 293Warning lamps see Lamps, Indicator and warningWarning soundsDistance warning function* 284Distronic* 275Exte

56Getting startedDrivingKEYLESS-GO start/stop button1 USA only2 Canada only왘 Make sure the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button is inserted in the starter swi

Service and LiteratureYour authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center has trained technicians and genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts to service your vehicle

57Getting startedDrivingStarting difficultiesIf the engine does not start as described, carry out the following steps:왘 If you are starting the engine

58Getting startedDrivingDriving off왘 Depress the brake pedal.The gear selector lever can now be used.왘 Shift automatic transmission to D or R (컄 page

ContentsControl system ... 159Multifunction display... 159Multifunction steering wheel... 160M

59Getting startedDrivingFor more information, see “Driving instruc-tions” (컄 page 347).Switching on headlampsFor more information on headlamps, see “L

60Getting startedDrivingTurn signalsThe combination switch is located on the left of the steering column.Combination switch1 Turn signals, right2 Turn

61Getting startedDrivingSwitching on windshield wipers왘 Turn the combination switch to the desired position depending on the in-tensity of the rain.M

62Getting startedDrivingWiping with windshield washer fluid왘 Press the combination switch in direction of arrow 1 past the resis-tance point.The winds

63Getting startedDrivingDeactivating intermittent wipe왘 Turn rear window wiper switch 1 to position 4 (컄 page 62).Indicator 6 for the rear window wipe

64Getting startedDrivingIn case of accidentIf the vehicle is leaking fuel:왘 Do not start the engine under any circumstances.왘 Notify local fire and/or

65Getting startedParking and locking왔 Parking and lockingYou have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. E

66Getting startedParking and lockingParking brake1 Parking brake pedal2 Release handle왘 Step firmly on parking brake pedal 1.When the engine is runnin

67Getting startedParking and lockingTurning off the engine왘 Shift the automatic transmission to position P (컄 page 199).왘 Apply the parking brake (컄 p

68Getting startedParking and lockingReleasing seat belts왘 Press the seat belt release button (컄 page 52).Allow the retractor to completely re-wind the

ContentsPower tilt/sliding sunroof* ... 258Opening and closing... 258Synchronizing... 26

69Getting startedParking and lockingLocking with KEYLESS-GO*1 Lock button on the outside door handle왘 Press lock button 1 on an outside door handle.Wi

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71 Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyPanic alarmDriving safety systemsAnti-theft systems

72Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIn this section you will learn the most important facts about the restraint systems of the vehicle.The restraint s

73Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GModifications to or work improperly conducted on restraint systems (such as seat belts and anchors, emer

74Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyAir bagsWarning! GAir bags are designed to reduce the poten-tial of injury and fatality in certain frontal impacts

75Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 Always sit nearly upright, properly use the seat belts and use an appropriately sized infant or toddler restrain

76Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and air bagiAir bags are designed to deploy only

77Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen you sell your vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an

78Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe air bags will not deploy in impacts which do not exceed the system’s deploy-ment thresholds. You will then be

ContentsOxidation catalyst(diesel engine)... 358Emission control ... 358Coolant temperature...

79Safety and SecurityOccupant safety1 Front side impact air bag2 Window curtain air bag3 Rear side impact air bag*The side impact air bags and window

80Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GAlways fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure all of your passengers are properly re

81Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GUSE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY앫 Seat belts can only work when used properly. Never wear seat belts in any other

82Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyEnhanced seat belt reminder systemWhen the engine is started, the seat belt telltale < will always illuminate f

83Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIn an impact, emergency tensioning devices remove slack from the belts in such a way that the seat belts fit more

84Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyYou cannot remove the active head restraint on the driver’s and front passen-ger’s seats.For removal of the active

85Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyInfant and child restraint systemsWe recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while

86Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyInfants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system properly secured in

87Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be serious-ly injured or even killed i

88Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyOccupant Classification SystemThe Occupant Classification System (OCS) automatically turns the front passenger fro

ContentsFlat tire ... 497Preparing the vehicle... 497Mounting the spare wheel ...

89Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GIf the 59 indicator lamp illumi-nates when an adult or someone larger than a small individual is in the

90Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIf the 59 indicator lamp is illu-minated, the front passenger front air bag is deactivated and will not be deploye

91Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 If you must install a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat because circumstances require you

92Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe 59 indicator lamp is lo-cated in the center console.1 59 indicator lampThe 59 indicator lamp 1 will be illumin

93Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySelf-test Occupant Classification Sys-temAfter turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 or pr

94Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe LATCH anchors on the second-row seats are covered with upholstery blends.1 Anchors second-row seats2 Indicates

95Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyInstallation of infant and child restraint systemThis vehicle is equipped with tether an-chorages for a top tether

96Safety and SecurityOccupant safety왘 Securely fasten hook 3, which is part of top tether strap 4, to anchorage ring 2.Make sure앫 the top tether strap

97Safety and SecurityOccupant safety왘 Lower the head restraint if necessary (컄 page 139).Make sure the top tether strap can pass freely between the he

98Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyDisabling왘 Press override switch 1 until it engages.The switch engages in the recessed position.The rear door wind