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......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 ...wheel...Mirrors...Driving...Fastening the seat belts ...Starting the engine ...Parking brake ...Driving ...Switching on headlamps...Turn signals ...Windshield wipers...Problems while driving...Parking and locking...Parking brake ...Switching off headlamps...Turning off engine...Releasing seat belts...Locking ... 33 34 34 ...
......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 ...wheel...Mirrors...Driving...Fastening the seat belts ...Starting the engine ...Parking brake ...Driving ...Switching on headlamps...Turn signals ...Windshield wipers...Problems while driving...Parking and locking...Parking brake ...Switching off headlamps...Turning off engine...Releasing seat belts...Locking ... 33 34 34 ...
Owner's Manual
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... Indexes The glossary provides explanations of the most important technical terms. The table of contents and the index are already familiar with problems you will be of particular interest to you find information quickly and easily. Operation Here you will find all the information you ...support information for your vehicle can be operated from the driver's seat. Introduction Where to find it This Operator's Manual is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you are part of your vehicle documentation: this Operator's Manual the Maintenance Booklet Getting started " section and also...
... Indexes The glossary provides explanations of the most important technical terms. The table of contents and the index are already familiar with problems you will be of particular interest to you find information quickly and easily. Operation Here you will find all the information you ...support information for your vehicle can be operated from the driver's seat. Introduction Where to find it This Operator's Manual is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you are part of your vehicle documentation: this Operator's Manual the Maintenance Booklet Getting started " section and also...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us at one of the following addresses: In the USA: Customer Assistance Center...
... your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us at one of the following addresses: In the USA: Customer Assistance Center...
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... of U.S. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. 18 However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National...D.C. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of vehicles, it finds that your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it may either call the Auto Safety Hotline ...
... of U.S. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. 18 However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National...D.C. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of vehicles, it finds that your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it may either call the Auto Safety Hotline ...
Owner's Manual
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... as possible. 58 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 ...SmartKey from starter switch or turn off immediately. Getting started Driving ! Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires An ignition cable may have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Unburned gasoline may be operating properly. For safety reasons...
... as possible. 58 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 ...SmartKey from starter switch or turn off immediately. Getting started Driving ! Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires An ignition cable may have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Unburned gasoline may be operating properly. For safety reasons...
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Do not lean your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Occupants, especially children, should never place their bodies or lean their respective seat belts. Always sit nearly upright, properly use the seat belts ... possible rearward, still permitting proper operation of adjustments to give the buyer this safety information. If you or other occupants. Failure to you have any problems, please see your head or chest close to the center of this Operator's Manual. 68 If you at least 10 in severe injuries to follow...
Do not lean your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Occupants, especially children, should never place their bodies or lean their respective seat belts. Always sit nearly upright, properly use the seat belts ... possible rearward, still permitting proper operation of adjustments to give the buyer this safety information. If you or other occupants. Failure to you have any problems, please see your head or chest close to the center of this Operator's Manual. 68 If you at least 10 in severe injuries to follow...
Owner's Manual
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Vehicle lighting Check function and cleanliness. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. For more information, see "Checking tire inflation pressure" ( page 339). ! Tire inflation pressure For more information on coolant, see "Coolant level" (... quality). For more information on replacing light bulbs, see "Replacing bulbs" ( page 433). Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem. For information on refilling the reservoir, see "Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*" ( page 327). Operation At the gas station Windshield washer system ...
Vehicle lighting Check function and cleanliness. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. For more information, see "Checking tire inflation pressure" ( page 339). ! Tire inflation pressure For more information on coolant, see "Coolant level" (... quality). For more information on replacing light bulbs, see "Replacing bulbs" ( page 433). Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem. For information on refilling the reservoir, see "Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*" ( page 327). Operation At the gas station Windshield washer system ...
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... for illustration purposes only. Load limit data are for actual data specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Refer to placard on placard examples are specific to your vehicle. Placard (Example A) Your vehicle is a discussion on how to work with...
... for illustration purposes only. Load limit data are for actual data specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Refer to placard on placard examples are specific to your vehicle. Placard (Example A) Your vehicle is a discussion on how to work with...
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... unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more tires (emergency mode), see the "Practical hints" section ( page 448). Operation Tires and wheels Potential problems associated with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System* (TPMS*) ( page 339).
... unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more tires (emergency mode), see the "Practical hints" section ( page 448). Operation Tires and wheels Potential problems associated with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System* (TPMS*) ( page 339).
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... the tires by law, never operate a vehicle at least half of the GAWR ( page 354) of vehicle control and possibly resulting in handling or steering problems, or brake failure.
... the tires by law, never operate a vehicle at least half of the GAWR ( page 354) of vehicle control and possibly resulting in handling or steering problems, or brake failure.
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... and year of the tire. Operation Tires and wheels Tire type code The code 4 ( page 349) may vary from data shown in handling or steering problems, or brake failure.
... and year of the tire. Operation Tires and wheels Tire type code The code 4 ( page 349) may vary from data shown in handling or steering problems, or brake failure.
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Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as the Parktronic system*, Failure to come on during hard braking, reducing steering capability. If necessary, have the respective bulb checked ... and the ESP® are currently not needed, e.g. Suggested solution Continue driving with added caution. Read and observe messages in the multifunction display). seat heating. Problem - If the ABS control unit is operational again. 374 When the voltage is above this value again, the ABS is malfunctioning, other systems such as...
Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as the Parktronic system*, Failure to come on during hard braking, reducing steering capability. If necessary, have the respective bulb checked ... and the ESP® are currently not needed, e.g. Suggested solution Continue driving with added caution. Read and observe messages in the multifunction display). seat heating. Problem - If the ABS control unit is operational again. 374 When the voltage is above this value again, the ABS is malfunctioning, other systems such as...
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...increases the risk of detected traction loss in at an authoing road, weather, and traffic conditions. Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence The yellow ABS/ESP warning The ESP is deactivated. The yellow ABS/ESP® warning The ABS, ESP® ...to the prevailing road and weather conditions. When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible. into operation because of an accident. 375 rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. lamp comes on ( page 97). Distronic* is deactivated. Risk of accident! ® ® Suggested ...
...increases the risk of detected traction loss in at an authoing road, weather, and traffic conditions. Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence The yellow ABS/ESP warning The ESP is deactivated. The yellow ABS/ESP® warning The ABS, ESP® ...to the prevailing road and weather conditions. When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible. into operation because of an accident. 375 rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. lamp comes on ( page 97). Distronic* is deactivated. Risk of accident! ® ® Suggested ...
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... fluid in the electrohydraulic brake system. If you find that the brake fluid in spilling brake fluid on . This will not solve the problem. ; 3 Warning! Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching... fire. Do not drive any further. Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Center. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can be seriously burned. ! Under no circumstances should you hear a warning sound. Risk of...
... fluid in the electrohydraulic brake system. If you find that the brake fluid in spilling brake fluid on . This will not solve the problem. ; 3 Warning! Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching... fire. Do not drive any further. Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Center. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can be seriously burned. ! Under no circumstances should you hear a warning sound. Risk of...
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Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence (USA only) (Canada only) The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on -board diagnostic connector is a malfunction in: The fuel management system ... to link the vehicle to its limp-home (emergency operation) mode. An on while driving. Close the fuel cap. There is used by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If it is closed properly: properly or the fuel system may switch the engine to the shop diagnostics system. The fuel cap may...
Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence (USA only) (Canada only) The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on -board diagnostic connector is a malfunction in: The fuel management system ... to link the vehicle to its limp-home (emergency operation) mode. An on while driving. Close the fuel cap. There is used by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If it is closed properly: properly or the fuel system may switch the engine to the shop diagnostics system. The fuel cap may...
Owner's Manual
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... are malfunctioning. Your fuel tank is not available. Full engine performance is empty. You do mode. not need to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence (USA only) (Canada only) The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving. gine is running in succession.... Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 378 Suggested solution After refuelling start, turn off and restart the engine three or four times in emergency operation The...
... are malfunctioning. Your fuel tank is not available. Full engine performance is empty. You do mode. not need to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence (USA only) (Canada only) The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving. gine is running in succession.... Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 378 Suggested solution After refuelling start, turn off and restart the engine three or four times in emergency operation The...
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Turn off the engine, get out of the vehicle and do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence The red coolant warning lamp comes on when the engine is a leak in the cooling system. If the coolant temperature is badly .... Stop as soon as possible in the reservoir. Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns and can continue driving to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the cooling system checked. You could be broken. Suggested solution Immediately add coolant to prevent engine from it. Driving when your engine...
Turn off the engine, get out of the vehicle and do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence The red coolant warning lamp comes on when the engine is a leak in the cooling system. If the coolant temperature is badly .... Stop as soon as possible in the reservoir. Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns and can continue driving to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the cooling system checked. You could be broken. Suggested solution Immediately add coolant to prevent engine from it. Driving when your engine...
Owner's Manual
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... passenger seat and put them in front of you and your probable line of you hear a warning chime sound. Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence Only vehicles with Distronic*: You are too close to the vehicle in a safe place. 380 Carefully observe the traffic situation. Fasten your...
... passenger seat and put them in front of you and your probable line of you hear a warning chime sound. Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence Only vehicles with Distronic*: You are too close to the vehicle in a safe place. 380 Carefully observe the traffic situation. Fasten your...
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... in the multifunction display. Read and observe messages in the multifunction display. Have the TPMS* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. After the malfunction has been remedied the combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale goes out after few minutes...continuously. Practical hints What to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. Suggested solution Carefully bring the vehicle to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence Combination low tire presThe TPMS* detects a loss of pressure in at sure/TPMS malfunction telltale least one tire. for...
... in the multifunction display. Read and observe messages in the multifunction display. Have the TPMS* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. After the malfunction has been remedied the combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale goes out after few minutes...continuously. Practical hints What to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. Suggested solution Carefully bring the vehicle to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence Combination low tire presThe TPMS* detects a loss of pressure in at sure/TPMS malfunction telltale least one tire. for...
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...emergency tensioning devices (ETDs) could also result in an accident. Practical hints What to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 Warning! Suggested solution Drive with added caution to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence The red SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving. For your safety, we strongly ... 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. 383 There is indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not be operational.
...emergency tensioning devices (ETDs) could also result in an accident. Practical hints What to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 Warning! Suggested solution Drive with added caution to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence The red SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving. For your safety, we strongly ... 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. 383 There is indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not be operational.