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... Product information...9 Operator's Manual ...10 Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles ...11 Maintenance ...12 Roadside Assistance ...12 Change of address or ownership...12 Operating your vehicle outside the USA ...or Canada...13 Where to find it...14 Symbols...15 Operating safety ...16 Proper use of the vehicle ...16 Problems with your vehicle...17 Reporting safety defects...18 Reporting safety defects ...18 At a glance ...Cockpit ...Instrument cluster ...Multifunction steering wheel ...
... Product information...9 Operator's Manual ...10 Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles ...11 Maintenance ...12 Roadside Assistance ...12 Change of address or ownership...12 Operating your vehicle outside the USA ...or Canada...13 Where to find it...14 Symbols...15 Operating safety ...16 Proper use of the vehicle ...16 Problems with your vehicle...17 Reporting safety defects...18 Reporting safety defects ...18 At a glance ...Cockpit ...Instrument cluster ...Multifunction steering wheel ...
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...of particular interest to you find information quickly and easily. Introduction Where to find it Where to find it This Operator's Manual is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you , the vehicle operator. You should read this section first if this is designed to help you . If you are... already familiar with problems you will be found in your vehicle. 14 Indexes The glossary provides explanations of the most important technical terms. The table of your vehicle, this...
...of particular interest to you find information quickly and easily. Introduction Where to find it Where to find it This Operator's Manual is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you , the vehicle operator. You should read this section first if this is designed to help you . If you are... already familiar with problems you will be found in your vehicle. 14 Indexes The glossary provides explanations of the most important technical terms. The table of your vehicle, this...
Owner's Manual
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... at one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you should experience a problem with your vehicle If you to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. Introduction Problems with your vehicle Problems with your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to immediately contact your vehicle, particularly one of the following addresses: In the...
... at one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you should experience a problem with your vehicle If you to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. Introduction Problems with your vehicle Problems with your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to immediately contact your vehicle, particularly one of the following addresses: In the...
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Department of U.S. area) or write to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of vehicles, it may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (or 366-0123 in individual problems between you, your vehicle has a defect... open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of 1966." Reporting safety defects If you believe that your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Department of U.S. area) or write to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of vehicles, it may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (or 366-0123 in individual problems between you, your vehicle has a defect... open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of 1966." Reporting safety defects If you believe that your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Owner's Manual
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Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires An ignition cable may have entered the catalytic converter and damaged it. Check the coolant level and .... Unburned gasoline may be operating properly. Allow engine and coolant to function at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 48 block the windshield wipers, switch off the engine. Have the problem repaired by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible and turn off the wipers. Have the windshield wipers checked at...
Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires An ignition cable may have entered the catalytic converter and damaged it. Check the coolant level and .... Unburned gasoline may be operating properly. Allow engine and coolant to function at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 48 block the windshield wipers, switch off the engine. Have the problem repaired by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible and turn off the wipers. Have the windshield wipers checked at...
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... possible rearward, still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls. Children 12 years old and under in the front passenger seat of your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Failure to do its job. G Accident research shows that with your vehicle you are not properly seated or restrained when..., serious or fatal injury will not, however, turn off any problems, please see your vehicle, you choose to place a child 12 years old or under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmartTM compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmartTM ...
... possible rearward, still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls. Children 12 years old and under in the front passenger seat of your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Failure to do its job. G Accident research shows that with your vehicle you are not properly seated or restrained when..., serious or fatal injury will not, however, turn off any problems, please see your vehicle, you choose to place a child 12 years old or under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmartTM compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmartTM ...
Owner's Manual
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... may cause damage to the CD changer. should be serviced by qualified personnel. 137 Use of invisible laser radiation if the cover is a Class 1 laser product. For information operating the CD changer refer to the separate COMAND operating instructions. The CD changer is opened or damaged. For... safety reasons, have any parts which do not meet this standard may create problems during playback. The unit will then switch back to the last operating mode used for cleaning. Use only original CDs. The CD changer ...
... may cause damage to the CD changer. should be serviced by qualified personnel. 137 Use of invisible laser radiation if the cover is a Class 1 laser product. For information operating the CD changer refer to the separate COMAND operating instructions. The CD changer is opened or damaged. For... safety reasons, have any parts which do not meet this standard may create problems during playback. The unit will then switch back to the last operating mode used for cleaning. Use only original CDs. The CD changer ...
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... Turn the ESP back on the accelerator. ble. While driving, ease up while driving. Exceptions: ( page 80). Risk of accidents. Do not deactivate the ESP. Problem v If the ESP cannot be turned back on, have it checked and replaced if necessary. The ESP is deactivated. v The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes...
... Turn the ESP back on the accelerator. ble. While driving, ease up while driving. Exceptions: ( page 80). Risk of accidents. Do not deactivate the ESP. Problem v If the ESP cannot be turned back on, have it checked and replaced if necessary. The ESP is deactivated. v The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes...
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Problem Possible cause The yellow ABS malfunction indi- The brake system is operational again. If the ABS control unit is malfunctioning, other systems such as possible. - l l ... on your probable line of an accident. switched off (see messages in front of you hear a warning sound. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as Parktronic*, Distronic*, Failure to maintain selected speed. The charging voltage has fallen below 10 volts and the ABS has switched...
Problem Possible cause The yellow ABS malfunction indi- The brake system is operational again. If the ABS control unit is malfunctioning, other systems such as possible. - l l ... on your probable line of an accident. switched off (see messages in front of you hear a warning sound. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as Parktronic*, Distronic*, Failure to maintain selected speed. The charging voltage has fallen below 10 volts and the ABS has switched...
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...tems. The airbags or emergency tensioning devices (ETDs) could result in an accident and/or injury to you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 Warning! Practical hints What to activate in the restraint sysup while driving. G In the event a malfunction... serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could deploy unexpectedly or fail to do if ...? Problem Possible cause The red SRS indicator lamp lights There is indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not be operational.
...tems. The airbags or emergency tensioning devices (ETDs) could result in an accident and/or injury to you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 Warning! Practical hints What to activate in the restraint sysup while driving. G In the event a malfunction... serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could deploy unexpectedly or fail to do if ...? Problem Possible cause The red SRS indicator lamp lights There is indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not be operational.
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... checking the brake system. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in an accident. Carefully stop the vehicle and notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. You are driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can be seriously burned. ! Warning! The red brake warning lamp... lights up while driving and you find that the brake fluid in the reservoir. This will not solve the problem. You can result in spilling brake fluid on . Problem Possible cause (USA only) (Canada only) The red brake warning lamp lights up while driving. Suggested solution ...
... checking the brake system. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in an accident. Carefully stop the vehicle and notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. You are driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can be seriously burned. ! Warning! The red brake warning lamp... lights up while driving and you find that the brake fluid in the reservoir. This will not solve the problem. You can result in spilling brake fluid on . Problem Possible cause (USA only) (Canada only) The red brake warning lamp lights up while driving. Suggested solution ...
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... times in excessive emissions values and may result in succession. Refuel at the next gas station ( page 261). You do if ...? An on while driving. Problem Possible cause The yellow "CHECK ENGINE" malfunction indicator lamp comes on -board diagnostic connector is canceled. Fasten your vehicle checked. Suggested solution Have the vehicle... the service station to link the vehicle to fasten seat belts. The fuel cap is empty. The limp-home mode is used by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
... times in excessive emissions values and may result in succession. Refuel at the next gas station ( page 261). You do if ...? An on while driving. Problem Possible cause The yellow "CHECK ENGINE" malfunction indicator lamp comes on -board diagnostic connector is canceled. Fasten your vehicle checked. Suggested solution Have the vehicle... the service station to link the vehicle to fasten seat belts. The fuel cap is empty. The limp-home mode is used by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
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...repaired. Make sure that there is malfunctioning. If the light remains out, have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. TM Suggested solution 295 lamp does not light up . The system is malfunctioning when there is switched off. The PASSENGER ... OFF indicator The system is nothing between seat cushion and child seat and check installation of the child seat. Lamp in center console Problem The PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp lights up with a BabySmartTM child seat properly installed on the front passenger seat. Therefore the front ...
...repaired. Make sure that there is malfunctioning. If the light remains out, have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. TM Suggested solution 295 lamp does not light up . The system is malfunctioning when there is switched off. The PASSENGER ... OFF indicator The system is nothing between seat cushion and child seat and check installation of the child seat. Lamp in center console Problem The PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp lights up with a BabySmartTM child seat properly installed on the front passenger seat. Therefore the front ...
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... BRAKE WEAR VISIT WORKSHOP! Suggested solution Have the brake pads replaced as soon as possible. Stop the vehicle and notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This will not solve the problem. 2 Except Canada: The brake pads have the brake system checked for brake pad thickness and leaks. If you find that the...
... BRAKE WEAR VISIT WORKSHOP! Suggested solution Have the brake pads replaced as soon as possible. Stop the vehicle and notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This will not solve the problem. 2 Except Canada: The brake pads have the brake system checked for brake pad thickness and leaks. If you find that the...
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... After an extended period of maximum accelerator pedal position if the vehicle is fully loaded or operating in the combustion area, leading to engine performance problems such as resistance to gasoline does not exceed 10%; Do not exceed 2/3 of using fuels without such additives, carbon deposits can be used .... standard D 439: The octane number (posted at the pump) must not exceed 15%. MTBE must be 91 min (93 for S 600). Mercedes-Benz recommends only the use of any specific fuel additives with premium unleaded as soon as two persons and no luggage. Technical data Fuels, coolants...
... After an extended period of maximum accelerator pedal position if the vehicle is fully loaded or operating in the combustion area, leading to engine performance problems such as resistance to gasoline does not exceed 10%; Do not exceed 2/3 of using fuels without such additives, carbon deposits can be used .... standard D 439: The octane number (posted at the pump) must not exceed 15%. MTBE must be 91 min (93 for S 600). Mercedes-Benz recommends only the use of any specific fuel additives with premium unleaded as soon as two persons and no luggage. Technical data Fuels, coolants...
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... With Distronic* 202 Deep water see Standing water 257 Defrosting 180 Delayed shut-off Interior lighting 153 Dialing A number (telephone) 140 Difficulties While driving see Problems while driving 48 Digital clock Setting 23 Digital speedometer 135 Direction of rotation (tires) 273 Discharged battery Jump starting 347 Disconnecting Vehicle battery 345 Displays...
... With Distronic* 202 Deep water see Standing water 257 Defrosting 180 Delayed shut-off Interior lighting 153 Dialing A number (telephone) 140 Difficulties While driving see Problems while driving 48 Digital clock Setting 23 Digital speedometer 135 Direction of rotation (tires) 273 Discharged battery Jump starting 347 Disconnecting Vehicle battery 345 Displays...
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... Drinking and driving 251 Drive-dynamic seat* 109 Drive-dynamic seats Adjusting 159 Driving Abroad 258 General instructions 40, 251 Hydroplaning 255 In winter 256 Problems 48 Safety systems 76 Through standing water 257 With Distronic* 208 Driving abroad 258 Driving instructions 251 Driving off 253 Driving safety systems 4MATIC 81...
... Drinking and driving 251 Drive-dynamic seat* 109 Drive-dynamic seats Adjusting 159 Driving Abroad 258 General instructions 40, 251 Hydroplaning 255 In winter 256 Problems 48 Safety systems 76 Through standing water 257 With Distronic* 208 Driving abroad 258 Driving instructions 251 Driving off 253 Driving safety systems 4MATIC 81...
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... in the display 296 Towing the vehicle 349 Vehicle tool kit 322 PRE-SAFE see Preventive occupant safety 66 Preventive occupant safety (PRE-SAFE) 66 Problems While driving 48 With vehicle 17 Product information 9 Program mode selector switch 384 Automatic transmission 164 PULSE function (Massage function) 109 Q Quick search Phone book...
... in the display 296 Towing the vehicle 349 Vehicle tool kit 322 PRE-SAFE see Preventive occupant safety 66 Preventive occupant safety (PRE-SAFE) 66 Problems While driving 48 With vehicle 17 Product information 9 Program mode selector switch 384 Automatic transmission 164 PULSE function (Massage function) 109 Q Quick search Phone book...