Mercedes-benz SL-Class 2015 User Manual

SLOperator's ManualOrder no. 6515 3192 13 Part no. 231 584 55 00 Edition A 2015É23158455005ËÍ2315845500SL Operator's Manual

Changing directionAnnouncement phase ... 345Change of direction phase ...345Preparation phase ... 345

Opening/closing the rear side windowsXTo open: open the front side window on thecorresponding side (Y page 97).XPress the corresponding switch again a

XTo close all side windows: press the& button on the SmartKey until the sidewindows are fully closed.XTo interrupt the closing procedure:release t

Problems with the side windowsGWARNINGIf you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side windowcloses with incr

Rthere is sufficient clearance, as the roofswings upwards.Rthere is sufficient clearance behind thevehicle, as the trunk lid swings back-wards beyond

Opening and closing using the Smart-KeyImportant safety notesGWARNINGWhen opening or closing the roof, body partscould be trapped by, for example, the

Rnot place any objects on the coverbehind the roll barsRnot allow the cargo to push the trunkpartition upwards!Make sure the trunk separator is com-pl

ACatch lever (example: driver's side)BGuideXTo install: insert guides B of trunk parti-tion : into the brackets.XSlide in trunk partition : as fa

MAGIC SKY CONTROLGeneral notesMAGIC SKY CONTROL is a glass roof, thetransparency of which can be changed byapplying electrical voltage.MAGIC SKY CONTR

Problems with the roofProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe roof will not open orclose.The trunk partition is not in place.XClose th

Useful information ... 108Correct driver's seat position ... 108Seats ...

Consumption statistics (on-boardcomputer) ... 225ContactsDeleting ...407I

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SeatsImportant safety notesGWARNINGChildren could become trapped if they adjustthe seats, particularly when unattended.There is a risk of injury.When

Rclean the seat covers as recommended;see "Interior care".Rdo not transport heavy loads on theseats. Do not place sharp objects on theseat c

Removing the seat belt from the beltguideGWARNINGWhen driving off-road, your body is subject toforces from all directions, due to the unevensurface. Y

You can move the seat forwards in order togain better access to the rear compartment,e.g. to reach the stowage compartment in therear (Y page 514).XRe

XMake sure that the SmartKey is in position1 or 2 in the ignition lock.XTo switch on: press button : repeatedlyuntil the desired heating level is set.

The AIRSCARF function warms the head andneck area of vehicle occupants with warm air.The warm air flows out of the holes in the headrestraints.The thr

EASY-ENTRY/EXIT featureImportant safety notesGWARNINGIf you drive off while the EASY-ENTRY/EXITfeature is making adjustments, you could losecontrol of

Position of the steering wheel for driv-ingThe steering wheel is moved to the last selec-ted position when:Rthe driver's door is closedRyou inser

The exterior mirrors are automatically heatedafter starting the vehicle if the rear windowdefroster is switched on and the outside tem-perature is low

Diagnostics connection ... 34Dialing a number (telephone) ...387Digital speedometer ... 226DISC butto

Parking position for the exterior mir-ror on the front-passenger sideSetting and storing the parking positionUsing reverse gear:Button for the driver&

Calling up a stored parking position set-ting:Button for the driver's side exterior mirror;Button for the front-passenger side exte-rior mirror=A

XAdjust the seat electrically (Y page 110).XOn the driver's side, adjust the steeringwheel (Y page 114)and the exterior mirrors(Y page 116).XPres

Useful information ... 122Exterior lighting ... 122Interior lighting ...

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causes of poor visibility due to the weatherconditions such as spray. There is a risk of anaccident.In such situations, turn the light switch toL.The

1 WLeft-hand standing lamps2 XRight-hand standing lamps3 TParking lamps, license plate andinstrument cluster lighting4 ÃAutomatic headlamp mode, contr

XTo switch on the standing lamps: theSmartKey is not in the ignition lock or it is inposition 0.XTurn the light switch to W (left-hand sideof the vehi

High-beam flasher:High-beam headlamps;Turn signal, right=High-beam flasher?Turn signal, leftXTo switch on: turn the SmartKey in theignition lock to po

Active light functionThe active light function is a system thatmoves the headlamps according to the steer-ing movements of the front wheels. In thiswa

Driving systemsActive Blind Spot Assist ...214Active Body Control (AMG vehi-cles) ... 197Act

Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assiston/off:High-beam headlamps;Turn signal, right=High-beam flasher?Turn signal, leftXTo switch on: turn the light switc

Interior lighting controlGeneral notesIn order to prevent the vehicle's battery fromdischarging, the interior lighting functions areautomatically

that these function correctly at all times.Have the headlamp setting checked regularly.Windshield wipersSwitching the windshield wiperson/off!Do not o

Replacing the wiper bladesImportant safety notesGWARNINGIf the windshield wipers begin to move whileyou are changing the wiper blades, you couldbe tra

Installing the wiper bladesXPush the new wiper blade in the direction ofarrow : onto the wiper arm until tab ;engages.XPush the wiper blade out of the

Problems with the windshield wipersProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe windshield wipersare jammed.Leaves or snow, for example, ma

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Useful information ... 136Overview of climate control sys-tems ... 136Operati

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Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate controlCanada only:To set the temperature, left (Y page 142);To set climate control to automatic (Y page

EngineCheck Engine warning lamp ...277Display message ... 254ECO start/stop function ... 155Engine numbe

USA only:To set the temperature, left (Y page 142);To set climate control to automatic (Y page 141)=To defrost the windshield (Y page 143)?To switch m

RUse the ZONE function to adopt the tem-perature settings on the driver's side forthe front-passenger side as well. The indi-cator lamp in the á

Activating/deactivatingExample: ¿ buttonXTo activate: press the ¿ button.The indicator lamp in the ¿ button lightsup.XTo deactivate: press the ¿ butto

Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" functionProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe indicator lamp inthe ¿

ñ button (example)XTurn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni-tion lock (Y page 151).XPress the à button.XPress the ñ button repeatedly until thedesi

air vents. The side air vents can only beclosed when the controls on the side airvents are turned downwards.Setting the airflowActivating/deactivating

restored. Air-recirculation mode remainsdeactivated.orXPress the à button.The indicator lamp in the ¬ button goesout. Airflow and air distribution are

the rear window defroster switches off auto-matically after several minutes.If the battery voltage is too low, the rear win-dow defroster may switch o

Problems with the rear window defrosterProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe rear windowdefroster has deactiva-ted prematurely or ca

The residual heat function is only available onvehicles for Canada.It is possible to make use of the residual heatof the engine to continue heating th

Front-passenger seatAdjusting from the driver's seat ...110FuelAdditives ... 603Consumption statistics ...

Setting the side air vents:Side window defroster vent;Side air ventXTo open a side air vent: turn the adjusterin side air vent ; counter-clockwise.XTo

Useful information ... 150Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle... 150

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Make sure that all objects in the vehicle arestowed correctly, and that they cannot enterthe driver's footwell. Install the floormatssecurely and

When you insert the Start/Stop button intothe ignition lock, the system needs approx-imately two seconds recognition time. Youcan then use the Start/S

=Start/Stop button USA?Start/Stop button CanadaRemoving the Start/Stop buttonYou can remove the Start/Stop button fromthe ignition lock and start the

iThe catalytic converter is preheated forup to 30 seconds after a cold start. Duringthis time, the engine sound may be differ-ent.Starting procedure w

GWARNINGAfter a short time, hill start assist will no lon-ger brake your vehicle and it could roll away.There is a risk of an accident and injury.Ther

iAll of the vehicle's systems remain activewhen the engine is stopped automatically.iAll vehicles (apart from AMG vehicles):automatic engine swit

If drive program S, S+ or M is active, theautomatic transmission switches to driveprogram C.If the indicator lamp on the ECO button is off,the ECO sta

HOLD functionActivating ... 192Deactivating ... 192Display message ...

Problems with the engineProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe engine does notstart.The HOLD function is activated.XDeactivate the HO

ProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe coolant tempera-ture gauge shows avalue above 248 ‡(120 †). The coolantwarning lamp may alsobe

iNeutralhDriveWhen you select a transmission position, theselector lever subsequently returns to itsoriginal position.The current transmission positio

Using the SmartKey:RMake sure that the ignition is switched on.RWhen the vehicle is stationary, depress thebrake pedal and keep it depressed.RShift to

Display when in transmission position Dand drive program M:Gear;Drive program (M)Transmission positionsBPark positionDo not shift the transmission int

Double-clutch functionWhen shifting down, the double-clutch func-tion is active regardless of the currently selec-ted drive program. The double-clutch

RM Manual: manual gearshiftingRRS driving mode RACE START: optimumacceleration dynamics from a standstill (SL63 AMG only)iFurther information about pe

Rincreased sensitivity. This improves drivingstability on slippery road surfaces, forexampleRthe automatic transmission shifting upsooner. This result

lateral acceleration, during an overrun phaseor when driving on steep terrain.If manual drive program M has been deacti-vated, the automatic transmiss

the tachometer. There is otherwise a risk ofengine damage.:Gear indicator;Upshift indicatorBefore the engine speed reaches the red area,an upshift ind

LLampssee Warning and indicator lampsLane Keeping Assistsee Active Lane Keeping AssistLane recommendationsExplanation ...

Problems with the transmissionProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe transmission hasproblems shifting gear.The transmission is losin

!Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with agasoline engine. Do not switch on the igni-tion if you accidentally refuel with thewrong fuel. Otherwise,

flashes. The ; Check Engine warninglamp may also light up. A message appearsin the multifunction display (Y page 256).For further information on warni

Problems with fuel and the fuel tankThis section provides descriptions of and solutions to safety-relevant problems. Descriptionsof and solutions to f

Switching off the engineImportant safety notesGWARNINGThe automatic transmission switches to neu-tral position N when you switch off the engine.The ve

Applying/releasing manuallyXTo engage: push handle :.When the electric parking brake isengaged, the F (USA only) or !(Canada only) red indicator lamp

During braking:Ra warning tone soundsRthe Please Release Parking BrakePlease Release Parking Brakemessage appearsRthe red F (USA only) or ! (Canadaonl

The possibility of a serious or even fatal acci-dent is greatly increased when you drink ortake drugs and drive.Do not drink or take drugs and drive o

of the accelerator. The vehicle can coastwithout use of the brakes.-The bar empties: frequent brakingiAn economical driving style speciallyrequires dr

Limited braking performance on salt-treated roadsIf you drive on salted roads, a layer of saltresidue may form on the brake discs andbrake pads. This

Notes ...365Point of interest symbols ...367Road display ... 368S

stances. An aggressive driving style will leadto high wear. You can obtain more informa-tion on this from a qualified specialist work-shop.New and rep

XHold test gauge A vertically on brakedisc : and slide measuring pin ; ontobrake disc :.XCheck which color field ? the arrow onmeasuring pin ; is poin

and drive at a speed to suit the prevailingweather conditions.You should pay special attention to road con-ditions when temperatures are around freez-

Storing, maintaining and calling up aspeedStoring and maintaining a speedCruise control leverXAccelerate the vehicle to the desiredspeed.XBriefly pres

XTo adjust the set speed in 1 mph incre-ments (1 km/h increments): brieflypress the cruise control lever up : to thepressure point for a higher speed

For DISTRONIC PLUS to assist you, the radarsensor system must be operational.If there is no vehicle in front, DISTRONICPLUS operates in the same way a

!If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD functionis activated, the vehicle brakes automati-cally in certain situations. To prevent dam-age to the vehicle, deact

Activating DISTRONIC PLUS; storing,maintaining and calling up a speedImportant safety notes!If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD functionis activated, the ve

Pulling away and drivingCruise control leverIf you depress the brake, DISTRONIC PLUS isdeactivated unless your vehicle is stationary.XIf the vehicle i

brake. After a time, the electric parking brakesecures the vehicle and relieves the servicebrake.Depending on the specified minimum dis-tance, your ve

Playback options ... 450Safety notes ...444Selecting a media type ... 447Selecti

pressure point for a higher speed ordown ; for a lower speed.Every time the cruise control lever ispressed up or down, the last speed storedis increas

Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is deacti-vated:Vehicle in front, if detected;Distance indicator, current distance tothe vehicle in front=Specified minimu

erate to overtake, DISTRONIC PLUSadjusts the vehicle's speed to the lastspeed stored after you have finished over-taking.DISTRONIC PLUS is automa

DISTRONIC PLUS has not yet detected thevehicle in front on the edge of the road,because of its narrow width. The distance tothe vehicle in front will

Activation conditionsYou can activate the HOLD function if:Rthe vehicle is stationaryRthe engine is running or if it has been auto-matically switched

RSPORT handling mode is activated.(Y page 76)Rthe steering wheel is in the straight-aheadposition.Rthe vehicle is stationary and the brakepedal is dep

Selecting sports tuningXMake sure that the engine is running or thatit has been switched off by the ECO start/stop function.XIf indicator lamp ;; is n

Make sure that nobody is in the vicinity of thewheel arch or the underbody when you switchoff the engine.Setting raised levelXMake sure that the engin

XMake sure that the engine is running or thatit has been switched off by the ECO start/stop function.XIf indicator lamp ;; is not lit: press but-ton :

Active Body Control (AMG vehicles)Vehicle levelGeneral notesIn order to reduce fuel consumption andimprove the driving dynamics, the vehicle islowered

Publication detailsInternetFurther information about Mercedes-Benzvehicles and about Daimler AG can be foundon the following websites:http://www.mbusa

Showing the image on theCOMAND display ... 318Switching automatic activationon/off ...

The "Raised level" setting is canceled if you:Rare driving faster than approximately75 mph (120 km/h).Rdrive for approximately three minutes

Example: displays in the COMAND display:Selection of raised level (Y page 197);Activity of ABC spring struts for roll andpitching support=Selected sus

Side viewTop viewThe sensors must be free from dirt, ice orslush. They can otherwise not function cor-rectly. Clean the sensors regularly, takingcare

mine which warning display is active when theengine is running.TransmissionpositionWarning displayDFront area activatedR, N or the vehicleis rolling b

Problems with PARKTRONICProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsOnly the red segmentsin the PARKTRONICwarning displays are lit.You also he

!If unavoidable, you should drive overobstacles such as curbs slowly and not at asharp angle. Otherwise, you may damagethe wheels or tires.Active Park

space on the driver's side, the indicator onthe driver's side must remain on. The turnsignal must remain switched on until youacknowledge th

RSnowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parkingspace being measured inaccurately.RThe way your vehicle is positioned in theparking space after parking i

XStop the movement of the multifunctionsteering wheel or steer yourself.Active Parking Assist will be canceled atonce. The Park Assist CanceledPark As

Activating/deactivating the rear viewcameraXTo activate: make sure that the SmartKeyis in position 2 in the ignition lock.XMake sure that the "Sh

Position of exterior mirror, front-passenger side ...118Rear view camera ... 206see PARKTRONICParki

Additional messages for vehicles with PARK-TRONIC:Front warning display;Additional PARKTRONIC measurementoperational readiness indicator=Rear warning

ing space until red guide line : reachesparking space marking ;.XKeep the steering wheel in that positionand back up carefully.Backing up with the ste

The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST isrestricted and warnings may be delayed ornot occur at all:Rif the road condition is poor, e.g. if the sur-face

In addition, thermal imaging camera : isintegrated in the radiator grill. The camerahelps detect pedestrians and animals.Observe the notes on cleaning

body contours and posture of a person stand-ing upright.Pedestrian recognition is then switched onautomatically if:RNight View Assist Plus is activate

cally displayed in the COMAND display assoon as pedestrians or animals are detected.XIn COMAND, select automatic activation ofNight View Assist Plus (

Problems with Night View Assist PlusProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe picture quality ofNight View Assist Plushas deteriorated.T

As a result, Active Blind Spot Assist may nei-ther give warnings nor intervene in such sit-uations. There is a risk of an accident.Always observe the

Due to the nature of the system:Rwarnings may be issued in error when driv-ing close to crash barriers or similar solidlane borders.Rwarnings may be i

If a course-correcting brake applicationoccurs, red warning lamp : flashes in theexterior mirror and a dual warning tonesounds. In addition, display ;

Pulling away (automatic transmis-sion) ...154QQualified specialist workshop ... 35RRACE START

lane unintentionally. If you do not react to thewarning, a lane-correcting application of thebrakes can bring the vehicle back into theoriginal lane.I

Lane-correcting brake applicationGWARNINGA lane-correcting brake application cannotalways bring the vehicle back into the originallane. There is a ris

A lane-correcting brake application is inter-rupted automatically if:Ra driving safety system intervenes, e.g.ESP®, PRE-SAFE®Brake or Active BlindSpot

Useful information ... 222Important safety notes ... 222Displays and operation ... 222Menus

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If the coolant temperature is over 248 ‡(120 †), do not continue driving. Theengine will otherwise be damaged.The coolant temperature gauge is in thei

Left control panel=;RCalls up the menu and menu bar9:Press briefly:RScrolls in listsRSelects a submenu or functionRIn the AudioAudio menu: selects ast

ATime (Y page 307)BOutside temperature or speed(Y page 232)Text field = shows the selected menu orsubmenu as well as display messages.XTo show menu ba

The From ResetFrom Reset trip computer is automati-cally reset if the value exceeds 9,999 hours or99,999 miles.ECO displayExample: ECO displayXPress t

"From start" trip computer, the values inthe ECO display are also reset.Navigation system menuDisplaying navigation instructionsIn the NaviN

Reverse gear (selector lever) ... 159Reversing featureSide windows ... 97Trunk lid ...

able to complete the next two changes ofdirection without changing lane.Lane not recommended ?: you will not beable to complete the next change of dir

If track information is stored on the audiodevice or medium, the multifunction displaywill show the number and title of the track.The current track do

Dialing an entry from the phone bookXPress the = or ; button on the steer-ing wheel to select the TelTel menu.XPress the 9, : or a button toswitch to

The assistance graphic displays the status ofand information from the following drivingsystems or driving safety systems:RATTENTION ASSIST (Y page 209

RCalling up display messages(Y page 239)RChecking the tire pressure electronically(Y page 575)RCalling up the service due date(Y page 539)Settings men

XPress the = or ; button on the steer-ing wheel to select the SettSett menu.XPress the : or 9 button to select theLightLight submenu.XPress a to confi

Delayed switch-off of the exterior lighting isreactivated the next time you start theengine.If you have activated the Surround Light‐Surround Light‐in

Activating/deactivating the radar sensorsystemXPress the = or ; button on the steer-ing wheel to select the SettingsSettings menu.XPress the : or 9 bu

displayed in orange in the multifunctiondisplay.XPress the a button to save the setting.:To fold the exterior mirrors in or outIf you have switched th

SETUP shows the drive program, the ESP®(Electronic Stability Program) mode and theSPORT handling mode.XPress the = or ; button on the steer-ing wheel

Adjusting the lumbar support(COMAND) ...315Balance (seat heating) ... 316Belt guide ...

Deleting all lapsIf you switch off the engine, the RACETIMER isreset to "0" after 30 seconds. All laps aredeleted.You cannot delete individu

Display messagesIntroductionGeneral notesDisplay messages appear in the multifunction display.Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in s

Safety systemsDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM Solutions!÷Currently Unavail‐Currently Unavail‐able See Opera‐able See Opera‐tor&apo

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec-ted. The braking dista

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM Solutions÷Inoperative SeeInoperative SeeOperator's ManualOperator's ManualESP®, BAS, PRE

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe red F (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lampflashes and a warning tone sounds.You

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe red F (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lampflashes and the yellow ! warning lamp

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe yellow ! warning lamp lights up. If you manually apply orrelease the electric parking

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM Solutions$(USAonly)J(Canadaonly)Check Brake FluidCheck Brake FluidLevelLevelThere is not enough br

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsPRE-SAFEPRE-SAFEFunctions Cur‐Functions Cur‐rentlyrently LimitedLimited SeeSeeOperator&ap

Loss ...87Mechanical key ... 84Opening/closing the roof ... 102O

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM Solutions6SRS MalfunctionSRS MalfunctionService RequiredService RequiredThe restraint system is fa

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsFront-PassengerFront-PassengerAirbag DisabledAirbag DisabledSeeSee Operator'sOperato

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsXVisit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.For further information about the Occu

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM Solutionsator's Manualator's Manual display messages must not be shown in themultifuncti

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsbCheck Left MirrorCheck Left MirrorTurn SignalTurn Signal orCheckCheck RightRight MirrorM

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsbCheckCheck LeftLeft DaytimeDaytimeRunning LightRunning Light orCheck Right Day‐Check Rig

EngineDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM Solutions+Check CoolantCheck CoolantLevel See Opera‐Level See Opera‐tor's Manualtor&apo

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM Solutions#SeeSee Operator'sOperator's Man‐Man‐ualualThe battery is not being charged.A w

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM Solutions4Check Engine OilCheck Engine OilAt Next RefuelingAt Next RefuelingThe engine oil level h

Driving systemsDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsABCABCMalfunctionMalfunctionThe ABC function (Active Body Control) is rest

Suspension tuningActive Body Control (AMG vehi-cles) ... 198Active Body Control (except AMGvehicles) ...

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsÀAttention Assist:Attention Assist:Take a Break!Take a Break!Based on certain criteria, A

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsActive Lane Keep‐Active Lane Keep‐ing Assist Cur‐ing Assist Cur‐rentlyrently UnavailableU

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsActive Blind SpotActive Blind SpotAssist InoperativeAssist InoperativeActive Blind Spot A

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsDISTRONICDISTRONIC PLUSPLUS Cur‐Cur‐rentlyrently UnavailableUnavailableSeeSee Operator&ap

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsCruise ControlCruise ControlInoperativeInoperativeCruise control is defective.A warning t

TiresDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsPlease CorrectPlease CorrectTire PressureTire PressureThe tire pressure is too low i

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsWarningWarningTire MalfunctionTire MalfunctionThe tire pressure in one or more tires has

VehicleDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsShiftShift toto 'P''P' oror 'N''N'to Start

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsNThe trunk lid is open.XClose the trunk lid.MThe hood is open.GWARNINGThe open hood may b

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsKVario-Roof Lower‐Vario-Roof Lower‐ingingThe roof is not fully opened or closed. The hydr

Text messages (SMS) ... 398Toggling ... 390Using the telephone ... 387see B

SmartKeyDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsÂKey Does NotKey Does NotBelong to VehicleBelong to VehicleYou have put the wrong

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsÂKey Not DetectedKey Not Detected(white display mes-sage)The KEYLESS-GO key cannot be det

ProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsüThe red seat belt warn-ing lamp flashes and anintermittent audiblewarning sounds.The driver or fr

Safety systemsProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM Solutions$ (USA only)J (Canada only)The red brake systemwarning lamp comes onwhile the engine

ProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM Solutions!The yellow ABS warninglamp is lit while theengine is running.ABS is temporarily unavailable. BAS,

ProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM Solutions!The yellow ABS warninglamp is lit while theengine is running. Awarning tone alsosounds.EBD is not

ProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM Solutions÷The yellow ESP®warn-ing lamp flashes whilethe vehicle is in motion.ESP®or traction control has in

ProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM Solutions÷åThe yellow ESP®andESP®OFF warninglamps are lit while theengine is running.ESP®, BAS, BAS PLUS, P

ProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsF (USA only)! (Canada only)The red electric parkingbrake indicator lampflashes or lights upand/or!

EngineProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM Solutions;The yellow CheckEngine warning lamplights up while theengine is running.There may be a malf

Maximum load on a tire (defini-tion) ... 587Maximum permissible tire pres-sure (definition) ...

ProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM Solutions?The red coolant warn-ing lamp comes onwhile the engine is run-ning.The coolant level is too low.I

ProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsXLeave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle untilthe engine has cooled down.XChec

TiresProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionshThe yellow tire pressuremonitor warning lamp(pressure loss/malfunction) is lit.The tire pres

Useful information ... 282Operating safety ... 282At a glance ...

Useful informationiThese operating instructions describe allthe standard and optional equipment ofyour COMAND system, as available at thetime of going

quency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supple-ment C to OET65.This equipment has very low levels of RFenergy that is deemed to comply withoutmaximum permi

Data stored in the vehicleA wide range of electronic components inyour vehicle contain data memories.These data memories temporarily or perma-nently s

Registered trademarksRegistered trademarks:RBluetooth®is a registered trademark ofBluetooth®SIG Inc.RDTS is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.RDolby

You can use COMAND to operate the follow-ing main functions:Rthe navigation systemRthe audio functionRthe telephone functionRthe video functionRthe sy

Display overviewExample display for radio:Status bar;Calls up the audio menu=Main function bar?Display/selection windowARadio menu barStatus bar : dis

Trunk lidDisplay message ... 266Opening/closing ... 91Opening dimensions ... 60

Menu overviewNavi Audio Telephone Video SystemSymbol ®®Route settings FM/AMradio (usingHD Radio™)Telephone Video DVD Calls up thesystemmenuCalls up th

System menu overviewSystem Time SPLITVIEW Consump-tionthe seat Display offDisplay settingsOSwitchesthe auto-matic timesettingson/offOperatesCOMANDfunc

Switching the COMAND display on/offXPress the W button.orXSelect SystemSystem in the main function bar bysliding ZV and turning cVd the COMANDcontroll

COMAND control panelFunction Page:Switches to radio mode 435Switches wavebands 436Switches to satellite radio 440;Switches to navigationmode 319Shows

Function PageFNumber pad• Selects stations via thestation presets 436• Stores stations manually 437• Mobile phone authoriza-tion 383• Telephone number

Example of operationIn the instructions, operating sequences aredescribed as follows:XPress the $ button.Radio mode is activated.XSelect RadioRadio by

Using COMANDSelecting a main functionAddress entry menu:Main function barSituation: switching from navigation mode(address entry menu) to the system s

Selecting a menu itemXSelect the station by turning cVdtheCOMAND controller and press W to con-firm.The station is set.Basic COMAND functionsSwitching

Adjusting the volume for phone callsYou can adjust the volume for hands-freemode during a telephone call.XTurn the q control knob.orXPress the W or X

XSelect Bal/FadBal/Fad (balance/fader) in thesound menu by turning cVd the COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.XSelect a balance setting by slidin

Welcome to the world of Mercedes-BenzWe urge you to read this Operator's Manualcarefully and familiarize yourself with thevehicle before driving.

Setting the picture ... 473Showing/hiding the controlmenu ... 474Showing/hiding the me

The example describes how to set the sur-round sound for radio mode.XTo switch surround sound on/off: pressthe $ button.The radio display appears. You

This setting provides a crisp, clear, luxuryhigh-end sound setting for a studio atmos-phere in your vehicle.RSurround soundSurround soundThis setting

XCall up the input menu with data fields(Y page 393).XSelect SS and confirm W with the COMANDcontroller.SS appears in the data field.XSelect cc and co

XSelect the p symbol and press W toconfirm.RABCABC (upper/lower case)R123123 (digits)ROtherOther (special characters such as @, €,etc.)Moving the curs

=List entry that most closely resembles thecurrent entry by the user?Switches to the selection listADeletes an entryBCharacters not currently availabl

orXSelect the 2 symbol in the character barand press and hold W the COMAND con-troller until the entire entry is deleted.XTo cancel an entry: select t

You can connect your own headphones to aspecial headphones jack. You can use theremote control to operate them.Points to rememberRYou can only adjust

longer. After this period, reactivation on thefront-passenger side means that the settingsfrom the driver's side will be used.Transferring the dr

Display settingsSetting the brightnessThe brightness detected by the display lightsensor affects the setting options for thisfunction.XPress W.XSelect

XSelect FormatFormat and press W to confirm.The # symbols show the current settings.XSet the format by turning cVdtheCOMAND controller and press W to

Winter drivingImportant safety notes ... 570Slippery road surfaces ...179Snow chains ...

XSelect Set Time ManuallySet Time Manually and press Wto confirm.XSet the time by turning cVdthe COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.The time is a

able, the navigation announcements will be inEnglish.When you set the system language, the lan-guage of the Voice Control System willchange accordingl

Using this function, you can:Rtransfer your personal COMAND data fromone system/vehicle to another.Rmake a backup copy of your personal data(export da

Importing/exporting dataXInsert the SD memory card (Y page 445).orXConnect a USB device (e.g. a USB memorystick) (Y page 445).XPress W.The system menu

ded before selling or transferring ownershipof your vehicle, for example.Data on the internal hard drive, e.g. musicfiles in the MUSIC REGISTER, will

iThe way that the climate control statusdisplay is called up depends on your vehi-cle's climate control system.Example settings for the defrost f

Details on the displays:Rfor all vehicles except AMG vehicles, seethe separate vehicle Operator's ManualRfor AMG vehicles, see the separate vehic

XTurn cVd or slide ZVÆ the COMAND con-troller and press W to confirm.XTo exit the menu: press the k backbutton.Adjusting the seat contour in the lumba

XSelect the seat (Y page 314).XSelect Seat SidesSeat Sides by turning cVd theCOMAND controller and press W to con-firm.A scale appears.XTurn cVd or sl

XTurn cVd or slide ZVÆ the COMAND con-troller and press W to confirm.The massage function runs for approx-imately 15 to 25 minutes, depending on these

Protection of the environmentGeneral notesHEnvironmental noteDaimler's declared policy is one of compre-hensive environmental protection.The obje

For further information on the rear view cam-era, see the vehicle Operator's Manual.XPress the W button.The system menu appears.XSelect SettingsS

COMAND can give incorrect navigation com-mands if the actual street/traffic situationdoes not correspond with the digital map'sdata. Digital maps

Map without the menu (route guidance inactive):Current vehicle position;Map orientation selected=Map scale selectediRoute guidance active means that y

You can select the following route types:RFast RouteFast Route: COMAND calculates a routewith the shortest (minimized) journey time.RDynamic Traffic R

XSelect 11, 22 or MoreMore than 2than 2 by turning cVdand press W to confirm.A # dot indicates the current setting.Destination entryImportant safety n

XSelect Address EntryAddress Entry and press W toconfirm.The address entry menu appears. If youhave previously entered a destination, thiswill be show

Entering a street nameXCall up the address entry menu(Y page 322).XSelect StreetStreet in the address entry menuby turning cVd and sliding ZVÆ theCOMA

House number list as selection listOption 2: house number list as selection listXSelect an entry by turning cVd theCOMAND controller.XIrrespective of

City center list with character barOption 1: center list with character barXEnter a center. Character entry, using cityinput as an example (Y page 301

XIrrespective of the option, press W to con-firm your selection.The address entry menu appears again. Theintersection selected has been entered.XStart

You could jeopardize the operating safety ofyour vehicle if you use parts, tires and wheelsas well as accessories relevant to safetywhich have not bee

XSelect YesYes and press W to confirm.After selecting YesYes, the Data SavedData Saved mes-sage appears.Selecting a destination from the desti-nation

XSelect DestinationDestination in the navigation sys-tem menu bar by turning cVd theCOMAND controller and press W to con-firm.XSelect From Last Destin

XTo select a destination: press W theCOMAND controller once or several times.If COMAND is unable to assign a uniqueaddress, you will see either the ad

COMAND controller and press W to con-firm.XSelect Mercedes-BenzMercedes-Benz AppsApps and press Wto confirm.If an Internet connection is established,

XSelect the category or OtherOther by turningcVd the COMAND controller and press Wto confirm.After selecting a category, the POIs whichare available a

XTo accept the way point: confirm OKOK bypressing W.Once you have accepted the way point, it isentered in the way point menu.XTo display the details:

XTo change the sequence: from the menu,select MoveMove by turning cVd the COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.XTurn cVd the COMAND controller andm

Defining the position for the point of interest searchSelection Characteristic InstructionsNear Destina‐Near Destina‐tiontionEntry is only possiblewhe

Searching by point of interest categoryPOI category listXCall up the POI menu (Y page 334).After entering a city, the POI category listappears after c

The search results display the following infor-mation:Ran arrow that shows the linear direction tothe point of interestRthe linear distance to the poi

Information for customers in Califor-niaUnder California law you may be entitled to areplacement of your vehicle or a refund of thepurchase price or l

Depending on your selection, you can selectall available points of interest on the digitalmap or the points of interest in the vicinity ofthe selected

You can select the icons that you wantCOMAND to display.If no points of interest are available, you willsee a message to this effect.iYou also see thi

Selection Explanationª Not Clas‐Not Clas‐sifiedsifiedStandard entry for per-sonal POIsª COMANDCOMANDPersonal POIs (destina-tions, routes) that youhave

XTo create a new category: select NewNew andpress W to confirm.XEnter the name of the category. Characterentry (Y page 299).XSelect the ¬ icon and pre

Option 2:XInsert the SD memory card (Y page 445).XTo switch to navigation mode: press theØ button.XTo show the menu: press W the COMANDcontroller.XSel

In the example, the Coffee ShopsCoffee Shops categoryis selected.The personal points of interest for this cate-gory are shown.XSelect a personal POI a

XCall up the maps.google.com website andenter the destination address in theaddress entry field.XClick the corresponding button to send thedestination

form of audible navigation announcementsand route guidance displays.The route guidance displays can be seen if thedisplay is switched to navigation mo

The distance announced before the nextchange of direction depends on the type ofroad and its permissible maximum speed.The display is now split into t

On multi-lane roads, COMAND can displaylane recommendations for the next change ofdirection. The corresponding data must beavailable in the digital ma

the Service and Guarantee booklet or simplycall the Mercedes-Benz Customer AssistanceCenter (USA) at the hotline number1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-63

XTo show the menu: press W the COMANDcontroller.XSelect RPTRPT in the navigation system menubar by turning cVd the COMAND control-ler and press W to c

Canceling route guidanceCanceling or continuing route guidanceXTo switch to navigation mode: press theØ button.XTo show the menu: press W the COMANDco

XSelect Alternative RouteAlternative Route and press Wto confirm.Examples for route 1 (above) and route 4 (ecoroute)Option 2:XTo switch to navigation

XTo close the destination information:slide XVY the COMAND controller or pressthe k back button.iYou can display destination informationfor the destin

Example: route display stopped:Road name and city display when routedisplay has been stopped;Distance of the crosshair from currentvehicle positionXTo

COMAND controller and press W to con-firm.Displaying and editing the recorded routeXInsert the SD memory card (Y page 445).XCall up the Routes menu (Y

XTo delete a route: select DeleteDelete in themenu by turning cVd the COMAND con-troller and press W to confirm.A prompt appears asking whether the ro

COMAND is also able to guide you to a des-tination even from an off-road location.At the start of route guidance, you will see theOff Mapped RoadOff M

XTo hide the menu: slide ZV the COMANDcontroller and, when the Full ScreenFull Screenmenu item is shown, press W to confirm.The map can be seen in the

Symbols used in real-time traffic reportsUnimpeded traffic flowGreen line with arrowsThe arrows can be seen on a map scale of 200 m (0.25 mi) and smal

If you make any changes to the vehicle elec-tronics, the general operating permit is ren-dered invalid.!There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:Rt

XSelect TrafficTraffic in the navigation systemmenu bar by turning cVd the COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.XSelect Traffic Symbol InformationT

Displaying all traffic reportsXTo switch to navigation mode: press theØ button.XTo show the menu: press W the COMANDcontroller.XSelect TrafficTraffic

Recalculating the route dynamicallyThe route types Dynamic RouteDynamic Route andDynamicDynamic RouteRoute OnlyOnly AfterAfter RequestRequest takeall

The My AddressMy Address entry is listed as the firstentry in the destination memory.XSelect My AddressMy Address by turning cVd theCOMAND controller

After destination entryXThe destination has been entered and isshown in the address entry menu(Y page 322).XSelect SaveSave by sliding VÆ and turningc

XSelect a category, e.g. HomeHome, and press Wto confirm.The input menu appears with data fieldsand the character bar.XProceed as described under &quo

XSelect YesYes or NoNo and press W to confirm.If you select YesYes, COMAND deletes thedestination. You will see a message to thiseffect.If you select

If you select NoNo, the process will be can-celed.Map operation and map settingsGeneral notesCompany logos displayed on the map aretrademarks of the r

the COMAND controller and press W toconfirm.XSelect Vehicle Position MapVehicle Position Map and pressW to confirm or, if the crosshair is shown,press

XSelect MapMap SettingsSettings and press W to con-firm.The map settings menu appears.XSelect Map OrientationMap Orientation and press W toconfirm.XSe

requirements of the next emissions test dur-ing the main inspection.Qualified specialist workshopAn authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is aqualified spec

Selecting map informationMap information in the displayDuring route guidance, you can have mapinformation shown at the bottom edge of thedisplay.XTo s

XSelect NeverNever, When Off-RoadWhen Off-Road or WhenWhenRoute Guidance InactiveRoute Guidance Inactive and press Wto confirm.The selected setting is

XSelect NaviNavi in the main function bar bysliding ZV and turning cVd the COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.XSelect MapMap SettingsSettings and

TrafficinformationDisplay on the mapIncidents Road sections with trafficincidents are illustratedwith a yellow line andarrows.Speed &FlowRoad sect

XTo set the map scale: as soon as you turncVd the COMAND controller, the scale barappears. Turning clockwise zooms out fromthe map; turning counter-cl

XTo avoid a new area: call up the area menuagain (Y page 371).Switching an avoided area on/offXCall up the area list (Y page 372).XSelect an entry in

XTo show the menu: press W the COMANDcontroller.XSelect PositionPosition in the navigation systemmenu bar by sliding VÆ and turning cVdthe COMAND cont

Updating the digital mapImportant safety notesGWARNINGCombustion engines emit poisonous exhaustgases such as carbon monoxide. Inhalingthese exhaust ga

XTo confirm the message: press W theCOMAND controller.XTake the DVD out of the slot.376NavigationCOMAND

Problems with the navigation systemProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsCOMAND is unable tocontinue route guid-ance after the journeyha

Limited Warranty!Follow the instructions in this manualabout the proper operation of your vehicleas well as about possible vehicle damage.Damage to yo

ProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe NavigationNavigationUnavailableUnavailable messageappears.COMAND has an integrated hard drive

ProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsCOMAND asks for anactivation code duringthe map update.The digital map is secured with an activati

Call disconnection while the vehicle isin motionA call may be disconnected if:Rthere is insufficient network coverage incertain areas.Ryou move from o

In preparation for telephoning via the Blue-tooth®interface, you should check the fol-lowing items on your mobile phone (see themobile phone operating

Searching for a mobile phoneEmpty Bluetooth®telephone listConditions for searchingBluetooth®telephone list after search is comple-tedXPress the % func

list. In this case, start a new search toupdate the Bluetooth®telephone list.Authorizing (registering) a mobile phonePasskey entryTelephone basic menu

Option 2: use Secure Simple PairingThe mobile phone (or the Bluetooth®audiodevice) must support the Bluetooth®version2.1 for connection via Secure Sim

COMAND controller and press W to con-firm.The selected mobile phone is searched forand connected if it is within Bluetooth®range and if Bluetooth®is a

?To display call listsACharacter barBBluetooth®name of the currently connec-ted mobile phoneCTo display the COMAND phone bookXPress the % function but

Using the telephoneIncoming callAccepting a callExample: incoming callXTo accept: confirm AcceptAccept by pressing W.orXPress the 6 button on COMAND o

the lessee. Exceptions to this representationinclude responses to subpoenas by lawenforcement; by federal, state or local gov-ernment; in connection w

RedialXCall up the telephone basic menu(Y page 385).XSelect ° in the character bar and press Wto confirm.orXIf the telephone basic menu is displayed,p

XTo switch off: select MicMic OffOff and press Wto confirm.If the microphone is switched off, the dis-play shows the Q icon, and the TheThemicrophonem

This is also the case if you accept the wait-ing call using the Voice Control System (seethe separate operating instructions).The COMAND display chang

To interconnect the call on hold and the activecall to create a conference call:XSelect ConferenceConference and press W to con-firm.To call other par

iYou can also call up the phone book usingthe multifunction steering wheel; see theseparate vehicle Operator's Manual.Closing the phone bookXSele

XSlide VZ the COMAND controller repeat-edly or press and hold W until the charac-ter bar disappears.orXSelect ¬ and press W to confirm.XTo select an e

XSlide ZV the COMAND controller repeat-edly in the phone book until the selectionlist appears.XSelect the list symbol on the right in theselection lis

soon as the mobile phone is connected toCOMAND.RBluetooth®telephone without PBAP Blue-tooth®profile:COMAND creates the call lists from bothincoming an

Number category Display (phonebook and addressbook)Not ClassifiedNot ClassifiedNo symbolHomeHome¸WorkWork·Telephone cate-goryDisplay (phonebook and ad

COMAND. You can delete these call lists inCOMAND.If you download call lists from a Bluetooth®phone that supports the PBAP Bluetooth®profile, you canno

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XSelect the list symbol to the right of theentry by sliding VY the COMAND control-ler and press W to confirm.XSelect Assign Speed Dial PresetAssign Sp

iCOMAND may not load all of the mostrecent text messages:This may occur in exceptional cases, forexample when using certain mobilephones/brackets and

Displaying details and phone numbersCOMAND can also show a shortened senderdisplay in full.XSelect a text message in the text messageinbox by turning

XSelect DeleteDelete and press W to confirm.A deletion prompt appears.XSelect YesYes or NoNo and press W to confirm.If you select YesYes, the text mes

XTo browse in the address book: turncVd the COMAND controller.XTo close the address book: press the% button.i An address book entry can contain thefol

Displaying the detailed view for anaddress book entrySelecting an entryDetailed display of address book:To return to the previous menu;\ Business deta

Changing the category of a telephonenumber data fieldXDisplay details for an address book entry(Y page 403).XSelect the telephone number data field.XS

XEnter the destination address(Y page 322)XStart route guidance.The navigable address is automaticallyadded to the address book entry.iThis will provi

XSearch for an entry in the phone book onthe mobile phone d (Y page 392).XSelect the list symbol to the right of theentry by sliding VY the COMAND con

all entries in the address book with the¯ symbol. The previous entries are thenno longer available.After the contact data has been importedsuccessfull

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Switching importing of contacts on/offYou can choose whether contacts are auto-matically downloaded when a mobile phone isconnected to COMAND, or whet

XTo hide details: select HideHide <My<My Phone>Phone>DataData and press W to confirm.You can allow access to address data ª oryou can prev

benz.com/connect or from your author-ized Mercedes-Benz Center.iIf you use incorrect access data, addi-tional costs may be incurred. This can hap-pen

settings on the mobile phone (see themobile phone operating instructions).iAdjust the access data settings when thevehicle is stationary. You may othe

Option 2:XIn the list of mobile phone network provid-ers, select Autom. ConfigurationAutom. Configuration<Device_name><Device_name> by tur

XTo edit the access data: proceed asdescribed for manually entering the accessdata (Y page 413).When you confirm the edited access data,the list of mo

Explanation of the access dataInput field MeaningProvider:Provider:Name of the provider tobe displayed in the list ofmobile phone networkproviders. Th

the COMAND controller and press W toconfirm.The input menu for the phone numberappears.XEnter the telephone number.XTo enter the access data: in the l

Managing access data of the mobilephone network providerOverviewThe access data of the mobile phone networkprovider can be:ReditedRcopied, then edited

been used, COMAND Online automaticallydisconnects from the Internet.XSelect SettingsSettings in the carousel view bysliding ÆV and turning cVd the COM

CockpitFunction Page:Steering wheel paddleshifters 164;Combination switch 125=Adjusts the steering wheelelectrically 114?HornAInstrument cluster 41BPA

XPress the ~ button on COMAND or onthe multifunction steering wheel.orXSelect the scissors symbol on the bottomright of the carousel view and press W

Selecting the search positionXAfter a search term has been entered andconfirmed, a menu appears.COMAND searches for available POIs forthe search term

XTo import a destination: select ImportImportwith the COMAND controller and press Wto confirm.You can choose whether you want to savethe POI as a pers

XSelect the search criteria and press W toconfirm.XProceed as described in the "Selecting thesearch position" section (Y page 419). Ifthe ve

You can save up to 20 routes and 50 desti-nations for your vehicle on the server and dis-play these in the list. If you send further routesor destinat

OptionsIntroductionYou can select options for the followingMercedes-Benz Apps on COMAND:RLocal Search (Y page 423)RDestination download (Y page 424)Yo

Selecting a service providerXSelect Local SearchLocal Search in the Options menuby turning cVd the COMAND controllerand press W to confirm.The menu sh

Resetting adjustmentsWith the reset function, all Mercedes-BenzApps settings are reset to the factory set-tings.XSelect the ® symbol in the main funct

Internet radioGeneral notesA good Internet connection is required totransmit audio data efficiently. To ensure thebest-possible reception, your mobile

XSelect the ® symbol in the main functionbar by turning cVdthe COMAND con-troller and press W to confirm.The carousel view appears.You can now enter a

Instrument clusterDisplays and controlsFunction Page:Speedometer with seg-ments 223;Fuel gage=Tachometer 223Function Page?Coolant temperature 222AMult

XSelect the web address by turning cVd orsliding ZVÆ the COMAND controller andpress W to confirm.The web address is entered in the input line.XPress W

Example: highlighting an item that can beselectedXTurn cVd the COMAND controller.A button is highlighted in the example.Example: entering textXSelect

XTo call up the entire menu: when theshort menu is displayed, slide VÆ theCOMAND controller downwards.orXSelect a free area on the website by slidingZ

Exiting the menuXCall up the menu (Y page 429).XSelect ExitExit by turning cVd or sliding ZVÆthe COMAND controller and press W toconfirm.The Internet

Creating favoritesCreating favorites in the carousel viewXCall up the carousel view (Y page 426).XBring the Create New FavoriteCreate New Favorite pan

Calling up detailsXCall up the Favorites menu (Y page 432).XSelect DetailsDetails by turning cVd or slidingZVÆ the COMAND controller and press Wto con

You can select a different character sethere, e.g. if the characters of a websiteappear distorted.RDelete Private DataDelete Private DataDeletes data

Radio modeImportant notesPortable electronic devices in the vehicle mayseriously impair radio reception.Switching to radio modeSwitching modes using t

You can switch off HD Radio™ in the radiosubmenu:XSelect RadioRadio in the radio display by slidingVÆ the COMAND controller and press Wto confirm.XSel

XSelect a station by turning cVd and press-ing W to confirm or press a number key,e.g. l.Selecting stations by entering the fre-quency manuallyXOption

Warning and indicator lampsFunction Page:L Low-beam head-lamps123;T Parking lamps124=÷ ESP®273?K High-beam head-lamps 125AElectric parking brake (red)

XOption 2: select PresetsPresets by sliding VÆand turning cVd the COMAND controllerand press W to confirm.The channel preset memory appears.XIrrespect

XSelect Show Station InformationShow Station Information bysliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.Depending on the pre

Registering SatRadioService information screen:Provider's phone number (SIRIUS XM);SIRIUS XM ID of your satellite receiverXSwitch on SatRadio mod

EChannel preset listFSatellite radio menuChannel information A can be viewed indetail (Y page 443).XSelect AudioAudio in the main function bar byslidi

Entering channel numbers directlyXOption 1: press the l button.An input menu appears.XOption 2: select SatSat in the submenu bar byturning cVd the COM

Storing channelsXPress W the COMAND controller when thedisplay/selection window is active.orXSelect PresetsPresets in the submenu bar by turn-ing cVd

Displaying service information:Provider's phone number (SIRIUS XM) orCall Service ProviderCall Service Provider;SIRIUS ID of your satellite recei

iIf a medium contains other files in addi-tion to music files, the loading time beforethe first track starts to play may be longer.InsertingXPress the

Switching to audio CD or MP3 modeInserting or connecting a mediumXInsert CDs(Y page 444)orXInsert an SD memory card (Y page 445)orXConnect a USB devic

AMedium type, position of medium in themedia list, current folder or current albumBArtist (if available)CMP3 mode menuPause functionCD and MP3 modeXTo

Multifunction steering wheelFunction Page:Multifunction display 224;COMAND display 286= ?Switches on the Voice Con-trol System; see the sepa-rate oper

Selecting a track using the number key-padXPress the ¯ key on the number keypad.A numerical entry field appears. The num-ber of positions offered corr

There is a version of Gracenote® music rec-ognition technology on the COMAND harddrive. You will recognize this by the logowhich can be seen in the bo

attained with up-to-date Gracenote®musicrecognition technology. Information aboutnew versions can be obtained from an author-ized Mercedes-Benz Center

Notes on MP3 modeGeneral notesDepending on the volume and format of theMP3 data, the length of time required forreading the data may increase.Permissi

COMAND supports WMA files of the follow-ing types:Rfixed bit rates from 5 kbit/s to 384 kbit/sRsampling rates of 8 kHz to 48 kHzCOMAND does not suppor

assigned. The other available categories arefilled by the music search.Selecting a categoryStarting a music searchSelect music via categories (e.g. al

Selecting a year of publicationXSelect YearYear in the category list(Y page 452) by turning cVd the COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.XSelect an

XSelect an entry by turning cVd theCOMAND controller and press W to con-firm.XSelect an entry, e.g. ArtistsArtists, and press Wto confirm.The album an

?Graphic time and track displayAPosition of the medium in the media listand name of the medium, followed by thecurrent playback option (no display for

If you do not select any tracks, every track onthe CD will be imported.Step 2: selecting the target folderXSelect FolderFolder by turning cVd theCOMAN

Center consoleCenter console, upper sectionFunction Page:COMAND 291;c Seat heating112=s Seat ventilation113?Ò AIRSCARF113Ac PARKTRONIC199B£ Hazard war

Music searchIntroductionThe music search finds tracks via all availablemedia. The search begins with the audiosource that is currently active.The foll

All the tracks on the medium are played inrandom order.RRandom Track ListRandom Track List (MP3 mode only)The tracks in the currently active folder or

You can authorize up to fifteen Bluetooth®devices.iIf you authorize a mobile phone that sup-ports Bluetooth®audio, the A2DP andAVRCP Bluetooth®audio p

XOption 1: enter the passkey (Y page 383).After successful authorization, the Blue-tooth®audio device is connected andstarts playing.XOption 2 (Secure

itself so that COMAND can play the audiofiles.Connecting a device from a listXSelect BT AudioBT Audio by turning cVd theCOMAND controller and press W

Switching to Bluetooth®audio modeThe Bluetooth®audio basic displayExample: Bluetooth®audio basic display:Track name;Current playback settings (no symb

Restarting playback after stoppingDuring the search for mobile phones , theconnection with the Bluetooth®audio deviceis terminated (Y page 382). In th

Increasing the volume on COMANDXSelect BTBT AudioAudio by sliding VÆ and turningcVd the COMAND controller and press Wto confirm.XSelect VolumeVolume a

:Four-pin socket for ⅛ inch stereo jack,e.g. for MP3 players (audio and video);iPod®plug for connecting an iPod®=USB socket for connecting an MP3 play

RUSB storage deviceRMedia Interface or audio AUX modeRBluetooth®audio modeSwitching on using a number keyXPress the o number key (single DVDdrive).Thi

Center console, lower section (except AMG vehicles)Function Page:Stowage compartment 513Cup holder 516Ashtray 518;COMAND controller 292=Seat adjustmen

XTo enter a track number: press a numberkey, e.g. q.The digit is entered in the first position inthe input line.iCOMAND will ignore and not display an

XSelect SearchSearch in the basic display by slid-ing VÆ and turning cVd the COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.The category list appears.iSearch

If different sorting rules are defined (e.g. iniTunes®), the search is canceled withoutany result.Additional selection functionsRSelect By CoverSelect

Data formatsMP3 and WMA are supported as data formatswith fixed and variable bit rates (up to320 kbits/s).Special considerations when using MP3players

Please see the respective operating instruc-tions for how to operate the external audiosource.Information on:RVolume settings (Y page 295)RSound setti

Basic settingsAdjusting the brightness, contrast orcolorXIn video DVD or video AUX mode, press theW COMAND Controller.The menu is shown.XSelect DVD-Vi

DVD playback conditionsIf video DVDs do not conform to the NTSC orPAL TV standards, they may create picture,sound or other problems during playback.CO

Control menu displayed:Type of data medium;Current title=Current scene?Track timeAShows the menuiThis function is not available while theDVD's ow

Pause functionXShow the menu (Y page 475).XTo pause playback: select Ë by turn-ing cVd the COMAND controller and pressW to confirm.The Ë display chang

In the case of multi-language DVDs, for exam-ple, you can change the DVD language in theDVD menu.XShow the menu (Y page 475).XSelect DVD-VideoDVD-Vide

Center console, lower section (AMG vehicles)Function Page:Stowage compartment 513Cup holder 516Ashtray 518;COMAND controller 292=Seat adjustment 314?F

XSelect Menu LanguageMenu Language or Audio Lan‐Audio Lan‐guageguage and press W to confirm.In both cases, a menu appears after a fewseconds. The # do

XSelect VideoVideo and press W to confirm.XSelect AuxAux and press W to confirm.The AUX video menu appears. You will hearand see the content of the ex

XSelect a photo and press W to confirm.The photo is displayed and the music isstopped.Changing the picture viewXWhile viewing a picture (Y page 479),

OverviewImportant safety notesGWARNINGThe CD/DVD drive is a class 1 laser product.If you open the housing of the CD/DVD drive,there is a risk of expos

Rear-compartment screens:AUX jacks, detailed view in the "CD/DVD drive and AUX jacks" section (Y page 483).;DisplayRemote controlOverview:Sw

XPoint the remote control at the rear-com-partment screen which has been selectedfor remote operation.XPress button : on the remote control(Y page 482

Cordless headphonesOverviewXTo adjust the headphones: open both sides of the headphones.XAdjust the fit of the headphones by pulling the headphone ban

Selecting the screen for the headphonesXSlide switch : to L (left-hand screen) or R(right-hand screen).Connecting additional headphonesUp to two cordl

XRemove discharged batteries A from thetray.XInsert the new batteries. Observe the polar-ity markings on the batteries and batterycompartment when doi

Selecting sound settingsYou can select the sound settings in the CD/MP3, video DVD and AUX modes.XSwitch on an operating mode (e.g. audioCD mode) (Y p

Overhead control panelFunction Page:p Switches the left-hand reading lamp on/off128;c Switches the interiorlighting on/off 128=µ Operates MAGIC SKYCON

XSelect DVD-VideoDVD-Video usingthe :=; buttons and press the9 button to confirm.XSelect BrightnessBrightness, ContrastContrast or ColorColorusing the

Showing/hiding the pictureXTo hide the picture: select Display OffDisplay Offin the system menu using the :;buttons on the remote control and pressthe

Selecting a trackSelecting by skipping to a trackXTo skip forwards or backwards to atrack: press the = or ; button onthe remote control.orXPress the E

:Folder selection symbol;Current folder name=Track symbolXTo switch to the superordinate folder:select symbol : using the 9: but-tons on the remote co

XSelect an audio format using the 9:buttons and press the 9 button to confirm.XTo exit the menu: press the = or ;button.Playback optionsFurther inform

If it was not, switch on video DVD mode asdescribed in the following instruction.XSelect DiscDisc in the menu using the9=; buttons on the remotecontro

XTo continue playback: select Ì andpress the 9 button to confirm.The menu is hidden.Stop functionXTo show the menu: press the 9 button onthe remote co

XTo call up the selection list: press the 9button.XSelect a film/title.Option 2:Example: selecting film 2XPress button 2.After a brief pause, the seco

Back to the filmXPress the k button repeatedly until yousee the movie.orXSelect any menu item in the DVD menu andpress 9 to confirm.XSelect the Back (

and turning cVd the COMAND controllerand press W to confirm.XSelect Active Aud./Vid. Source ForActive Aud./Vid. Source ForRearRear and press W to conf

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Door control panelFunction Page:Opens the door 88;%&Unlocks/locksthe vehicle 89=Adjusts the seats 109?r 45 =Stores settings for the seat,exterior

MP3 modeXTo select a track by skipping to a track:press the = or ; button on theremote control.orXPress the E or F button.The skip forward function sk

Displaying AUXXSelect the screen by turning the scrollwheel on the remote control (Y page 482)until "L REAR " (left screen) or "REAR R&

after restarting the engine (for example afterrefueling).The weather map can display the followingweather data with symbols:Rrain radarRstorm characte

Example: five-day forecast as an information chartXTo switch to the five-day forecast: con-firm 5-Day5-Day by pressing W.The information chart display

XSelect PositionPosition in the information chartby turning cVd the COMAND controllerand press W to confirm.A menu appears.XTo select the current vehi

XSelect a category, e.g. Daytona BeachDaytona Beach,and press W to confirm.The information chart shows the weatherforecast for the selected area. The

XSelect MapMap in the information chart by turn-ing cVd the COMAND controller and pressW to confirm.The weather map is shown on a 500-mi or500-km scal

Explanation of the layers on the weather mapLayer Map display SelectablescalesRadar MapRadar MapShows the rain radar as a colored area on the map.For

Conditions: the Storm CharacteristicsStorm Characteristicslayer is active (Y page 504) and weather datais available.The example shows hail showers and

WeatherfrontExplanationStationaryfrontThe weather front moves min-imally. The weather remainschangeable in this area.Occlusion This occurs when a fast

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Region of origin CategoryAtlantic, North andSouth PacificOceansHurricane Cate‐Hurricane Cate‐gory 1gory 1 to Hurri‐Hurri‐cane Category 5cane Category

The time stamp shows when the weather datawas created by the weather station.A time stamp corresponds to the time at thevehicle's current positio

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Stowage compartment/telephonecompartment under the armrestXTo open: press button ;.Armrest : opens.In the stowage compartment, there is a stow-age tra

XTo remove: grab strap ; and pull umbrellaholder : out of the stowage compartmentin the direction of the arrow.XTo insert: push umbrella holder : in t

!Only close the trunk once the roof is low-ered completely. Otherwise, you coulddamage the roof.If you close the trunk lid before the roof islowered c

Problems with the loading aidProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsIt is no longer possibleto lower the stowedroof in the trunk usingthe

XTo re-install the insert: place the insert instowage compartment =.XSlide catches : outwards in the directionof the arrow until they engage.You can r

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XFold down sun visor :.XPull sun visor : out of retainer ;.XSwing sun visor : to the side.XSlide sun visor : horizontally as required.AshtrayXTo open:

Socket in the front-passenger footwellXLift up the cover of socket :.Socket under the armrestXOpen the stowage compartment underarmrest :(Y page 513).

The mbrace systemTo adjust the volume during a call, proceed asfollows:XPress the W or X button on the mul-tifunction steering wheel.orXUse the volume

General notesAn emergency call is dialed automatically if anair bag or Emergency Tensioning Device istriggered.iYou cannot end an automatically trig-g

XPress Roadside Assistance button :.This initiates a call to the Mercedes-BenzCustomer Assistance Center.The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistancebutt

If a mobile phone network and GPS receptionare available, the system transfers data to theMercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center,for example:Rcurren

iThe destination download function canonly be used if the vehicle is equipped witha navigation system.Route AssistanceThis service is part of the mbra

The vehicle can be immediately openedremotely within four days of the ignition beingturned off. After this time, the remote unlock-ing may be delayed

Vehicle remote malfunction diagnosisWith the vehicle remote malfunction diagno-sis (Vehicle Health Check), the CustomerAssistance center can provide i

gation system, you will see the <route<routename>name> hashas beenbeen savedsaved toto memorymemory card.card.DoDo youyou wantwant toto st

For more information about children travelingwith you in the vehicle and on child restraintsystems, see "Children in the vehicle"(Y page 68)

When programing a garage door opener, parkthe vehicle outside the garage. Do not run theengine while programing.Certain garage door drives are incompa

When indicator lamp : flashes green: pro-graming was successful. The next step is tosynchronize the rolling code.XRelease button B on remote control A

When indicator lamp : flashes green: pro-graming was successful. The next step is tosynchronize the rolling code.XRelease button B of remote control A

FloormatsGWARNINGObjects in the driver's footwell can restrict thepedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.The operating and road safety of the

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XMake sure that the windshield wipers areturned off.XPull release lever : on the hood.The hood is released.XReach into the gap, pull hood catch han-dl

ExampleXPull oil dipstick : out of the dipstick guidetube.XWipe off oil dipstick :.XSlowly slide oil dipstick : into the guidetube to the stop, and ta

XReplace cap : on the filler neck and turnclockwise.Ensure that the cap locks into placesecurely.XCheck the oil level again with the oil dip-stick (Y

The PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lampis inoperative. It lights up briefly when theignition is switched on and then goes outagain.Depending on the pe

GWARNINGWindshield washer concentrate could ignite ifit comes into contact with hot engine compo-nents or the exhaust system. There is a risk offire a

Displaying service messagesXSwitch on the ignition.XPress the = or ; button on the steer-ing wheel to select the Serv.Serv. menu.XPress the 9 or : but

should drive for a few minutes after clean-ing. Braking heats the brake discs and thebrake pads/linings, thus drying them. Thevehicle can then be park

XUse plenty of water and rinse out thesponge frequently.XRinse the vehicle with clean water and drythoroughly with a chamois.XDo not let the cleaning

recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz should be used.Do not use these care products in the sun oron the hood while the hood is hot.XUse a suitable

XClean the inside and outside of the win-dows with a damp cloth and a cleaningagent that is recommended and approvedby Mercedes-Benz.Cleaning wiper bl

XUse clear water and a soft cloth to cleancamera lens :.Cleaning the exhaust pipeGWARNINGThe exhaust tail pipe and tail pipe trim canbecome very hot.

To clean the thermal imaging camera inthe radiator trim: thermal imaging cam-era : is cleaned at regular intervals when thewindshield washer system is

Genuine leather seat covers!To retain the natural appearance of theleather, observe the following cleaninginstructions:RClean genuine leather covers c

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GWARNINGIf the seat belt is incorrectly fastened, it can-not protect as intended. Furthermore, anincorrectly fastened seat belt can cause addi-tional

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Vehicle preparation is not necessary onvehicles with MOExtended tiresRa TIREFIT kit (Y page 548)Information on changing/mounting a wheel(Y page 588).X

iVehicles equipped with MOExtended tiresare not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at thefactory. It is therefore recommended thatyou additionally equip your

Using the TIREFIT kitTIREFIT sticker, 2-partXDo not remove any foreign objects whichhave penetrated the tire, e.g. screws ornails.XRemove the tire sea

If your clothes are soiled with tire sealant,have them cleaned with perchloroethyleneat a dry cleaner as soon as possible.Tire pressure not reachedIf

ard on the driver's side B-pillar or tire pres-sure table on the fuel filler flap).XTo increase the tire pressure: switch onthe tire inflation co

Rif you push or pull the battery across thecarpet or other synthetic materialsRif you wipe the battery with a clothGWARNINGDuring the charging process

Battery acid is caustic. Avoid con-tact with skin, eyes or clothing.Wear suitable protective clothing,especially gloves, apron and face-guard.Rinse an

XOpen the hood.XConnect the battery charger to the positiveterminal and ground point in the sameorder as when connecting the donor bat-tery in the jum

Jump-startingFor the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point, consisting of apositive terminal and a ground point, in the

Proper use of the seat beltsObserve the safety notes on the seat belt(Y page 52).All vehicle occupants must be wearing theseat belt correctly before b

Do not start the vehicle using a rapid charging device. If your vehicle's battery is discharged,the engine can be jump-started from another vehic

Position number B identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump-starting device.XPress cover : of positive terminal ; down

!Do not tow with sling-type equipment.This could damage the vehicle.!When towing vehicles with KEYLESS-GO,use the key instead of the Start/Stop but-to

Removing the towing eyeExample: towing eye mounting covers:Front cover;Back coverXUnscrew and remove the towing eye.XFront bumper: position cover : on

XTurn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni-tion lock.On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, use theSmartKey instead of the Start/Stop button(Y page 151).XDepr

XTurn the SmartKey to position 0 in the igni-tion lock and remove it (Y page 151).orXOn vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, make surethe ignition is switched of

XTo close: check whether the seal is seatedcorrectly in cover :.XInsert both openings = at the rear ofcover : into the brackets on the fuse box.The br

XPush front cover : towards the rear until itengages audibly.XMove the right-hand seat backwards(Y page 111).XHook the seat belt into the seat belt gu

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In order to attach the child restraint systemsecurely in the vehicle, the seat belt on the co-driver's seat is equipped with a child seatlock. Fu

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other obstacles. If it is necessary to drive overcurbs, speed humps or similar elevations, tryto do so slowly and at an obtuse angle. Oth-erwise, the

approximately á in (1.6 mm). If this is thecase, the tire is so worn that it must bereplaced.Selecting, mounting and replacingtiresROnly mount tires a

vide the best possible grip in wintry road con-ditions.Only these tires will allow driving safety sys-tems such as ABS and ESP®to function opti-mally

Tire pressureTire pressure specificationsImportant safety notesGWARNINGTires with tire pressures that are too low ortoo high are associated with the f

Example: tire pressure table with tire dimensionsIf a tire size precedes a tire pressure, the tirepressure information following is only validfor that

The tires are cold:Rif the vehicle has been parked withoutdirect sunlight on the tires for at least threehours andRif the vehicle has been driven for

iThe actual values for tires are vehicle-specific and may deviate from the values inthe illustration.Checking the tire pressuresImportant safety notes

lead to tire failure. Underinflation alsoreduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, andmay affect the vehicle's handling and stop-ping ability.

ues indicated by a pressure gauge are higherthan those shown by the on-board computer.In this case, do not reduce the tire pressures.The operation of

Air bagsIntroductionThe installation point of an air bag can be rec-ognized by the AIR BAG symbol.An air bag complements the correctly fas-tened seat

XMake sure that the SmartKey is in position2 in the ignition lock.XPress the = or ; button on the steer-ing wheel to select the ServiceService menu.XP

:B-pillar, driver's sideMaximum permissible gross vehicleweight ratingXSpecification for maximum gross vehicleweight : is listed in the Tire and

XStep 4: The resulting figure equals theavailable amount of cargo and luggage loadcapacity. For example, if the "XXX" amountequals 1,400 lbs

Permissible gross vehicle weight: thegross weight of the vehicle, all passengersand the load must not exceed the permissiblegross vehicle weight.Gross

The safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icyroad is always lower than on dry road surfa-ces.You should pay special attention to road con-ditions when

Therefore, only use tire types and sizesapproved for your vehicle model. Observe thetire load rating and speed rating required foryour vehicle.:Tire w

Sum-mertiresIndex Speed ratingQ up to 100 mph (160 km/h)R up to 106 mph (170 km/h)S up to 112 mph (180 km/h)T up to 118 mph (190 km/h)H up to 130 mph

Make sure that your tires have the requiredspeed rating, e.g. when buying new tires. Therequired speed rating for your vehicle can befound in the &quo

The TIN consists of the manufacturer identi-fication code ;, tire size =, tire typecode ? and manufacturing date A.DOT (Department of Transportation):

Increased vehicle weight due to optionalequipmentThis is the combined weight of all standardand optional equipment available for the vehi-cle, regardl

Rno hard objects, e.g. coat hangers, hang onthe grab handles or coat hooks.Rno accessories, such as cup holders, areattached to the vehicle within the

pounds per square inch (psi), in kilopascal(kPa) or in bar. The tire pressure should onlybe corrected when the tires are cold.Cold tire pressureThe ti

Tire-mounting tools should not be usednear the valve. This could damage the elec-tronic components.Only have tires changed at a qualified spe-cialist

Securing the vehicle to prevent it fromrolling awayIf your vehicle is equipped with a wheel chock,it can be found in the tire-change tool kit(Y page 5

Rbefore raising the vehicle, secure it fromrolling away by applying the parking brakeand inserting wheel chocks. Never disen-gage the parking brake wh

ExampleXMake sure the foot of the jack is directlybeneath the jacking point.XTurn crank A clockwise until jack ? sitscompletely on jacking point = and

!To prevent damage to the paintwork, holdthe wheel securely against the wheel hubwhile screwing in the first wheel bolt.XClean the wheel and wheel hub

These tires have been specially adapted foruse with the control systems, such as ABSor ESP®, and are marked as follows:RMO = Mercedes-Benz OriginalRMO

dependent on the model and the equip-ment installed at the factory.The tires and wheel rims, as well as furtherinformation, can be obtained at a quali

TiresSL 400Summer tiresR18Tires Alloy wheelsFA: 255/40 R18 95 Y2RA: 285/35 R18 97 Y4, 3FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2Wheel offset: 1.40 in (35.5 mm)RA: 9.5 J x 18

SL 550Summer tiresR18Tires Alloy wheelsFA: 255/40 R18 95 Y4RA: 285/35 R18 97 Y4, 5FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2Wheel offset: 1.40 in (35.5 mm)RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2Whe

1, 2, 3 ...12 V socketsee Sockets911 emergency call ... 380AABS (Anti-lock Braking System)Display message ...

grated into the seats. Consequently, the airbags cannot protect vehicle occupants asthey are designed to do. In addition, the func-tion of the Occupan

functions as usual again. Information on ETS can be found under "ETS (Electronic TractionSystem)" (Y page 74).R19/R20Tires Alloy wheelsFA: 2

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VINXMove the front-passenger front seat to itsrearmost position.XFold up floor covering : in front of thefront-passenger seat.You will see VIN ;.The V

MB 229.51). They have not necessarily beenapproved by Mercedes-Benz.FuelImportant safety notesGWARNINGFuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuelinco

ded by Mercedes-Benz; see "Additives".You can obtain further information fromany authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.!To ensure the longevity an

Model EnginemodelMBApprovalSL 400276 229.5SL 550278 229.5SL 63 AMG157 229.5SL 65 AMGV12279 229.5Use only SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 engine oilsfor AMG veh

Only use brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz according to MB Approval 331.0.Information about approved brake fluid canbe obtained at any qualified s

Model CapacitySL 63 AMGApprox. 11.6 US qt(11.0 l)SL 65 AMG V12Approx. 13.5 US qt(12.8 l)iUse MB 325.0 or MB 326.0 approvedantifreeze/corrosion inhibit

Refrigerant instruction labelExample: refrigerant instruction label:Warning symbol;Refrigerant filling capacity=Applicable standards?PAG oil part numb

Occupant Classification System(OCS)IntroductionThe Occupant Classification System (OCS)categorizes the person in the front-passengerseat. Depending on

SL 63 AMG andSL 65 AMG V12Vehicle widthincluding exteriormirrors82.6 in (2099 mm)Vehicle height51.2 in - 51.5 in(1300 mm -1308 mm)Vehicle height,when

aware of the status of the front-passengerfront air bag both before and during the jour-ney.If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicatorlamp:Ris lit, the fr

can go out after the system self-test. Thisindicates that the front-passenger front airbag is activated. The result of the classifi-cation is dependen

When the front-passenger seat is occupied,always ensure that:Rthe classification of the person in the front-passenger seat is correct and the front-pa

Problems with the Occupant Classification System (OCS)Be sure to observe the notes on "System self-test" (Y page 61).ProblemPossible causes/

GWARNINGIf you place objects or clothing on the roll barcovers, these could impair roll bar extension.The roll bars may then not protect the vehicleoc

should leave the vehicle as soon as it is safe todo so, or open the window.Air bags and pyrotechnic seat belt tensionerscontain perchlorate material,

If the restraint system control unit detects aside impact or an overturn situation, the rel-evant restraint system components are acti-vated independe

Resetting triggered NECK-PRO headrestraintsDo not insert your finger between the uphols-tery of the head restraint and the seat. Payparticular attenti

Air bagsDeployment ...64Display message ... 250Front air bag (driver, frontpassenger) ...

If the seat belt pre-tensioning is not reduced:XMove the seat backrest or seat backslightly when the vehicle is stationary.The seat belt pre-tensionin

Observe the safety notes on the seat belt(Y page 52) and the notes on correct use ofseat belts (Y page 54).A booster seat may be necessary to achievep

sudden change in direction. The childrestraint system could be thrown about, strik-ing vehicle occupants. There is an increasedrisk of injury, possibl

cushion of the front-passenger seat. Thebackrest of the child restraint system must,as far as possible, lie flat against the backrestof the front-pass

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)General informationABS regulates brake pressure in such a waythat the wheels do not lock when you brake.This allows you

With the help of the radar sensor system, BASPLUS can detect obstacles that are in thepath of your vehicle for an extended period oftime.If the radar

tection measures (PRE-SAFE®) are activa-ted simultaneously.XKeep the brake pedal depressed until theemergency braking situation is over.ABS prevents t

Characteristics of ESP®General informationIf the ÷ ESP warning lamp goes out beforebeginning the journey, ESP®is automaticallyactive.If ESP®intervenes

The spinning of the wheels results in a cut-ting action for better traction on loose sur-faces.Rtraction control is still activated.RESP®still provide

Characteristics of activated SPORT han-dling modeIf SPORT handling mode is activated and oneor more wheels start to spin, the ÷ ESP®warning lamp in th

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For PRE-SAFE®Brake to assist you when driv-ing, the radar sensor system must be opera-tional.With the help of the radar sensor system,PRE-SAFE®Brake c

distance warning lamp will light up in theinstrument cluster.XBrake immediately to defuse the situation.orXTake evasive action provided it is safe to

the system is not operational. Contact anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).ATA (anti

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The SmartKey centrally locks/unlocks:Rthe doorsRthe trunk lidRthe glove boxRthe stowage compartment under the arm-restRthe stowage compartment in the

the battery check lamp flashes twice(Y page 85).i If the setting of the locking system ischanged within the signal range of the vehi-cle, pressing the

Inserting the mechanical keyXPush mechanical key ; completely intothe SmartKey until it engages and releasecatch : is back in its basic position.Smart

XRepeatedly tap the SmartKey against yourpalm until battery = falls out.XInsert the new battery with the positive ter-minal facing upwards. Use a lint

Problems with the SmartKeyProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsYou can no longer lockor unlock the vehicleusing the SmartKey.The SmartK

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ProblemPossible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe engine can no lon-ger be started using theSmartKey.The on-board voltage is too low.XSwitch off

XPull door handle ;.If the door is locked, locking knob : popsup. The door is unlocked and can beopened.iWhen a door is opened, the side windowon that

You could therefore lock yourself out if:Rthe vehicle is being pushed.Rthe vehicle is being towed.Rthe vehicle is on a roller dynamometer.You can also

1To lockXTurn the mechanical key clockwise as far asit will go to position 1.XTurn the mechanical key back and removeit.XMake sure that the doors and

tion is only an aid and is not a substitute foryour attentiveness to the trunk lid while it isclosing.GWARNINGThe reversing feature does not react:Rto

Use one of the following options to stop theclosing process:Rpress the F button on the SmartKey.Rpress the remote operating switch on thedriver's

ground and that there is sufficient clear-ance to the rear of the vehicle. You couldotherwise lose your balance e.g. on ice.RAlways ensure that you on

Opening/closing automatically frominsideImportant safety notesGWARNINGParts of the body could become trapped dur-ing automatic closing of the tailgate

If the trunk cannot be unlocked with theSmartKey or KEYLESS-GO, use the mechani-cal key.If you use the mechanical key to unlock andopen the trunk lid,

When closing make sure that no parts of thebody are in the closing area. If somebodybecomes trapped, release the switch or pressthe switch to open the