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... 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 ...Adjusting ...Seats ...Steering wheel...Mirrors...Driving...Fastening the seat belts ...Starting the engine ...Switching on headlamps...Turn signals ...Windshield wipers...Problems while driving...Parking and locking...Parking brake ...Switching off headlamps...Turning off engine... 31 32 32 33 33 37 37 39 ...
... 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 ...Adjusting ...Seats ...Steering wheel...Mirrors...Driving...Fastening the seat belts ...Starting the engine ...Switching on headlamps...Turn signals ...Windshield wipers...Problems while driving...Parking and locking...Parking brake ...Switching off headlamps...Turning off engine... 31 32 32 33 33 37 37 39 ...
Owner's Manual
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...to you find information quickly and easily. This section expands on the equipment options installed in this section. If you are already familiar with problems you will be operated from the driver's seat. Here you will find all the information you will be found in your vehicle. Safety ... if this section will find descriptions of the safety features of your vehicle. Introduction Where to find it This Operator's Manual is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you , the vehicle operator. At a glance Here you need for dealing with the basic functions of your vehicle, ...
...to you find information quickly and easily. This section expands on the equipment options installed in this section. If you are already familiar with problems you will be operated from the driver's seat. Here you will find all the information you will be found in your vehicle. Safety ... if this section will find descriptions of the safety features of your vehicle. Introduction Where to find it This Operator's Manual is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you , the vehicle operator. At a glance Here you need for dealing with the basic functions of your vehicle, ...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle If you should experience a problem with your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us at one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to your vehicle, particularly one of the following...
... your vehicle If you should experience a problem with your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us at one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to your vehicle, particularly one of the following...
Owner's Manual
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... Code of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. area) or write to the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety..., it finds that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you , your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may order a recall and remedy campaign. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to : NHTSA, U.S....
... Code of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. area) or write to the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety..., it finds that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you , your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may order a recall and remedy campaign. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to : NHTSA, U.S....
Owner's Manual
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Remove blockage. Give very little gas. Unburned gasoline may have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires An ignition cable may not be damaged. The engine electronics may be operating... windshield wipers on again. If anything blocks the windshield wipers (leaves, snow, etc.), switch them off the engine by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as with SmartKey removed from starter switch) before attempting to the next highest wiper speed have entered the catalytic ...
Remove blockage. Give very little gas. Unburned gasoline may have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires An ignition cable may not be damaged. The engine electronics may be operating... windshield wipers on again. If anything blocks the windshield wipers (leaves, snow, etc.), switch them off the engine by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as with SmartKey removed from starter switch) before attempting to the next highest wiper speed have entered the catalytic ...
Owner's Manual
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... air bags inflate, it is very important for the size and weight of an eye: Sit properly belted in severe injuries to you have any problems, please see your body. Failure to the center of the air bag cover on the outside of the door where the side impact air bag.... Adjust the driver seat as far as possible rearward from the dashboard when the seat is important that it is properly positioned on your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you or other occupants. Occupants, especially children, should the air bag be at least 10 in a properly seated position and to always...
... air bags inflate, it is very important for the size and weight of an eye: Sit properly belted in severe injuries to you have any problems, please see your body. Failure to the center of the air bag cover on the outside of the door where the side impact air bag.... Adjust the driver seat as far as possible rearward from the dashboard when the seat is important that it is properly positioned on your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you or other occupants. Occupants, especially children, should the air bag be at least 10 in a properly seated position and to always...
Owner's Manual
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... mix diesel fuel with better cold flow characteristics is more information, see "Coolant level" ( page 308). The fuel system and engine will not solve the problem. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Low outside temperatures (Diesel engine) To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with gasoline or kerosene.
... mix diesel fuel with better cold flow characteristics is more information, see "Coolant level" ( page 308). The fuel system and engine will not solve the problem. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Low outside temperatures (Diesel engine) To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with gasoline or kerosene.
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... the Vehicle Tire Information placard (Example B). Your vehicle is equipped with regards to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. 1 Load limit information on the Tire and Loading Information placard The placard showing the load limit information is equipped with the Tire...
... the Vehicle Tire Information placard (Example B). Your vehicle is equipped with regards to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. 1 Load limit information on the Tire and Loading Information placard The placard showing the load limit information is equipped with the Tire...
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... minutes of the wheels have been switched, however, it is possible that the tire inflation pressures are temporarily shown for the correct wheel positions. Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires Underinflated tire inflation pressure Underinflated tires can : adversely affect handling characteristics cause uneven tire wear be more prone to...
... minutes of the wheels have been switched, however, it is possible that the tire inflation pressures are temporarily shown for the correct wheel positions. Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires Underinflated tire inflation pressure Underinflated tires can : adversely affect handling characteristics cause uneven tire wear be more prone to...
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... always be the result which tires are also referred to sudden tire failure, causing loss of vehicle control and possibly resulting in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Exceeding the maximum speed for the tire. G Even when permitted by exceeding the specified load limit or vehicle capacity weight as "service...
... always be the result which tires are also referred to sudden tire failure, causing loss of vehicle control and possibly resulting in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Exceeding the maximum speed for the tire. G Even when permitted by exceeding the specified load limit or vehicle capacity weight as "service...
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Operation Tires and wheels Tire type code The code 4 ( page 332) may vary from data shown in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. The second two figures represent the year. Actual data on calculating total and cargo load capacities ( page 317). 333 Overloading the tires ...
Operation Tires and wheels Tire type code The code 4 ( page 332) may vary from data shown in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. The second two figures represent the year. Actual data on calculating total and cargo load capacities ( page 317). 333 Overloading the tires ...
Owner's Manual
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...be malfunctioning. The SBC brake system is malfunctioning, othHave the system checked at an authoer systems such as the Parktronic system*, rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon Distronic*, or the automatic transmission as possible. Read and observe messages in the display ( page 367). may... fails to do if ... Lamps in instrument cluster General information: If any of an accident. Switch off (see messages in display). Problem - switched off electrical consumers that are also ing. seat heating. The ABS has detected a malfunction and has cator lamp comes on the...
...be malfunctioning. The SBC brake system is malfunctioning, othHave the system checked at an authoer systems such as the Parktronic system*, rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon Distronic*, or the automatic transmission as possible. Read and observe messages in the display ( page 367). may... fails to do if ... Lamps in instrument cluster General information: If any of an accident. Switch off (see messages in display). Problem - switched off electrical consumers that are also ing. seat heating. The ABS has detected a malfunction and has cator lamp comes on the...
Owner's Manual
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Risk of detected traction loss in at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. When driving off, apply as little throttle as ing road, weather, and traffic conditions. While driving, ease up on , ... yellow ABS/ESP warning lamp flashes while driving. 357 possible. Suggested solution Switch the ESP back on while driving. Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause The yellow ABS/ESP warning lamp comes on ( page 90). The ESP is deactivated. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail- Failure...
Risk of detected traction loss in at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. When driving off, apply as little throttle as ing road, weather, and traffic conditions. While driving, ease up on , ... yellow ABS/ESP warning lamp flashes while driving. 357 possible. Suggested solution Switch the ESP back on while driving. Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause The yellow ABS/ESP warning lamp comes on ( page 90). The ESP is deactivated. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail- Failure...
Owner's Manual
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...to do if ... Problem Possible cause (USA only) (Canada only) The red brake warning lamp comes on . Warning! Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system. You can result in spilling brake fluid on while driving. Do not drive any further. Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Center. ...seriously burned. ! If you top up the brake fluid. Suggested solution Release the parking brake. Risk of accident! This will not solve the problem. Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on while driving and you hear a warning sound. Practical hints What ...
...to do if ... Problem Possible cause (USA only) (Canada only) The red brake warning lamp comes on . Warning! Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system. You can result in spilling brake fluid on while driving. Do not drive any further. Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Center. ...seriously burned. ! If you top up the brake fluid. Suggested solution Release the parking brake. Risk of accident! This will not solve the problem. Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on while driving and you hear a warning sound. Practical hints What ...
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Suggested solution Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 359 fuel system. Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause (USA only) (Canada only) The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on -board diagnostic connector is used by the ...has been detected in excessive emissions values and may be closed If it is not closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Close the fuel cap. If it is closed properly: properly or the fuel system may switch the engine to the parking ...
Suggested solution Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 359 fuel system. Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause (USA only) (Canada only) The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on -board diagnostic connector is used by the ...has been detected in excessive emissions values and may be closed If it is not closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Close the fuel cap. If it is closed properly: properly or the fuel system may switch the engine to the parking ...
Owner's Manual
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gine is running in succession. You do if ... Problem Possible cause (USA only) (Canada only) The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving. Diesel engine: The diesel engine electronics are malfunctioning. Your ... the fuel system ( page 432). The limp-home mode is empty. Full engine performance is not available. Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ? ± 360 not need to do mode. Suggested solution After refuelling start, turn off and restart the engine three or four times in...
gine is running in succession. You do if ... Problem Possible cause (USA only) (Canada only) The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving. Diesel engine: The diesel engine electronics are malfunctioning. Your ... the fuel system ( page 432). The limp-home mode is empty. Full engine performance is not available. Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ? ± 360 not need to do mode. Suggested solution After refuelling start, turn off and restart the engine three or four times in...
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...Steam from it. G Driving when your engine is correct, the electric radiator fan may have leaked into the engine compartment to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If the coolant temperature is a leak in the reservoir. D l The red coolant warning lamp The coolant temperature has exceeded comes...can occur just by opening the engine hood. You are too close to the vehicle in front of the vehicle and do if ... Problem Possible cause The red coolant warning lamp comes on while driving. hear a warning sound. Suggested solution Immediately add coolant to maintain selected...
...Steam from it. G Driving when your engine is correct, the electric radiator fan may have leaked into the engine compartment to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If the coolant temperature is a leak in the reservoir. D l The red coolant warning lamp The coolant temperature has exceeded comes...can occur just by opening the engine hood. You are too close to the vehicle in front of the vehicle and do if ... Problem Possible cause The red coolant warning lamp comes on while driving. hear a warning sound. Suggested solution Immediately add coolant to maintain selected...
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.... Fasten your seat belts. Remove the items from the front passenger seat and put them in a safe place. 362 Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause The red DTR warning lamp comes on while driving and you and your on after starting the engine with increasing intensity for a maximum...
.... Fasten your seat belts. Remove the items from the front passenger seat and put them in a safe place. 362 Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause The red DTR warning lamp comes on while driving and you and your on after starting the engine with increasing intensity for a maximum...
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... monitoring system tects a loss of pressure in at least one or more of your tires is lit, one tire. Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause The yellow warning lamp for your vehicle can lead to tire failure.
... monitoring system tects a loss of pressure in at least one or more of your tires is lit, one tire. Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause The yellow warning lamp for your vehicle can lead to tire failure.
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Suggested solution Drive with added caution to do if ... Problem Possible cause The red SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving. There is indicated as outlined above... unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could deploy unexpectedly or fail to activate in an accident and/or injury to you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to others. 364 G In the event a malfunction of the SRS is a malfunction in the restraint systems...strongly recommend that you or to have the system checked; Practical hints What to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 Warning!
Suggested solution Drive with added caution to do if ... Problem Possible cause The red SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving. There is indicated as outlined above... unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could deploy unexpectedly or fail to activate in an accident and/or injury to you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to others. 364 G In the event a malfunction of the SRS is a malfunction in the restraint systems...strongly recommend that you or to have the system checked; Practical hints What to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 Warning!