Mercedes-Benz 2010 R350 4MATIC - Manual

J Jack ..................................................... 272 Jump starting ..................................... 336 K Key, Mechanical Loss of ............................................. 73Unlocking/locking manually .......... 308 Key, SmartKey Battery check lamp .......................... 73C...

Product Information Please observe the following in your own bestinterest:We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as conversion parts andaccessories explicitly approved by us for yourvehicle model.We have tested these parts to determine theirreliability, safety and special suitability...

Rhode Island, and Vermont EmissionControl System Warranty 1 R State Warranty Enforcement Laws (LemonLaws) Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to areplacement of your vehicle or a refund of thepurchase price o...

determined by our authorized technician andtow service provider.For additional information refer to theMercedes-Benz Roadside AssistanceProgram brochure (in the USA) or theRoadside Assistance section of the Serviceand Warranty Information Booklet (inCanada) in your vehicle literature portfolio. Chan...

Proper use of the vehicle Proper use of the vehicle requires that you arefamiliar with the following information andrules: R the safety precautions in this manual R the “Technical data” section in this manual R traffic rules and regulations R motor vehicle laws and safety standards G Warning! Variou...

This information helps, for example, todiagnose vehicle systems after a collision andto continuously improve vehicle safety.Daimler may access the information andshare it with others R for safety research or vehicle diagnosispurposes R with the consent of the vehicle owner orlessee R in response to ...

Exterior view ....................................... 26Cockpit ................................................. 27Instrument cluster .............................. 28Multifunction steering wheel ............. 30Center console .................................... 31Overhead control panel .............

Exterior view i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not beequipped with all features described in this manual. Function Page : Rear lamps 312 ; Fuel filler flap 22...

Cockpit Function Page : Cruise control lever:Cruise control 142 Distronic 145 ; Instrument cluster 28, 122 = Multifunction steeringwheel 30, 123 ? Horn A Steering wheel gearshiftcontrol 121 B Gear selector lever 116 C Front Parktronic warningindicators 158 D Overhead control panel 32 E Glove box lid...

Instrument cluster Function Page : # Left turn signal indicator lamp ; To dim instrument clusterillumination 123 = Reset button for: Trip odometer 123 Settings 131 ? To brighten instrumentcluster illumination 123 A ! Right turn signal indicator lamp B Clock 133 C Speedometer with: ! Antilock Brake S...

Multifunction steering wheel Function Page : Multifunction display 125 ; Press button 6 : to answer a call 140 to dial 4 140 to redial 4 140 Press button ~ : to end a call 140 to reject an incoming call 140 Press button W or X : to select submenus in the Settings menu 131 to set valuesto set the vol...

Center console Upper part Function Page : COMAND system, seeseparate operatinginstructions ; Climate control system 162 Rear window defroster 180 = Seat heating, frontpassenger side 91 ? Seat ventilation, frontpassenger side 90 A Vehicle level control switch 154 B Program mode selectorswitch for aut...

Lower part Function Page : Storage compartment 198 ; Ashtray with storagecompartment 204 Cigarette lighter 205 = Cup holder 201 ? Front armrest storagecompartment/telephonetray 198 A Removable card/ticketholder, bottle opener 201 Overhead control panel Function Page : Left front reading lamp on/off ...

Function Page H Hands-free microphone forTele Aid (emergency callsystem), telephone, andVoice Control System, seeseparate operatinginstructions I Front left interior lamp 102 Door control panel Function Page : Inside door handle 74 ; Central locking/unlockingswitch 74 = Exterior rear view mirroradju...

Vehicle equipment .............................. 36Occupant safety .................................. 36Panic alarm .......................................... 62Driving safety systems ....................... 63Anti-theft systems .............................. 67 35 Safety and security 251_AKB; 4; 52...

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Occupant safety Introduction In this section you wi...

G Warning! The SRS self-check has detected amalfunction when the SRS indicator lamp + : R does not come on at all R does not go out after 4 seconds after theengine was started R comes on while driving For your safety, we strongly recommend thatyou contact an authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter immediatel...

you have any difficulties, please contact anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center. R Do not lean your head or chest close to thesteering wheel or dashboard. R Keep hands on the outside of the steeringwheel rim. Placing hands and arms insidethe rim can increase the risk and potentialseverity of hand/arm in...

bags repaired. This will help to make sure theair bags will continue to provide supplementalcrash protection for occupants. Safety guidelines for the seat belt, Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD) and air bag G Warning! R Damaged seat belts or seat belts that havebeen subjected to stress in an acciden...

impact air bags inoperative or causingunintended air bag deployment. Work on thedoors must therefore only be performed byqualified technicians. Contact an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. Front side impact air bags : and rear side impact air bags ; are designed to provide increased protection for the...

R regardless of whether the seat belt on theimpacted side of the vehicle is in use R in certain vehicle rollovers, if the systemdetermines that air bag deployment canoffer additional protection to that providedby the seat belt Window curtain air bags : are not deployed in impacts which do not exceed...

In order to ensure proper operation of the airbag system and OCS: R Do not place more than 4.4 lb (2 kg) intothe parcel net on the back of the frontpassenger seat. Otherwise, the OCS maynot be able to properly approximate theoccupant weight category. R Do not place objects under and/or aroundthe fro...

Special BabySmart™ compatible child seats,designed for use with the Mercedes-Benzsystem, are required for use with theBabySmart™ air bag deactivation system.Please contact an authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter for information on availability. Withthe special child seat installed properly, thefront passe...

For information on infants and childrentraveling with you in the vehicle and restraintsystems for infants and children, see“Children in the vehicle” ( Y page 55). G Warning! Always fasten your seat belt before driving off.Always make sure all of your passengers areproperly restrained. You and your p...

thresholds and in certain rollovers (windowcurtain air bags and ETDs). R Never wear the shoulder belt under yourarm, against your neck or off your shoulder.In a frontal crash, your body would movetoo far forward. That would increase thechance of head and neck injuries. The seatbelt would also apply ...

G Warning! Vehicles with BabySmart™ air bagdeactivation system, Canada only: Children12 years old and under must never ride in thefront seat, except in a Mercedes-Benzauthorized BabySmart™ compatible childseat, which operates with the BabySmart™system installed in the vehicle to deactivatethe front ...

Seat belt adjustment function The seat belt adjustment function adjusts theseat belts on both front seats to the upperbody of the respective vehicle occupant. Theseat belt will be pulled slightly tighter for thatpurpose when R you engage the latch plate into the buckleand then turn the SmartKey in t...

Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD), seat belt force limiter The seat belts for the following seats areequipped with ETDs and seat belt forcelimiters: R front seats R outboard second-row seats R third-row seats The ETDs are designed to activate in thefollowing cases: R in frontal or rear-end impacts e...

R If the vehicle is in a critical dynamic drivingsituation, the door windows close, exceptfor a minimal gap that remains open. R Vehicles with power tilt/sliding sunroof: Ifthe vehicle is in a critical dynamic drivingsituation, the tilt/sliding sunroof alsocloses, except for a minimal gap thatremain...

see “Head restraint fore and aft adjustment”( Y page 83). Correct driver seat adjustment G Warning! In order to avoid possible loss of vehiclecontrol the following must be done before thevehicle is put into motion: R seat adjustment R head restraint adjustment R steering wheel adjustment R rear view...

R Adjust the seat cushion so that the frontedge of the seat cushion lightly supportsyour legs. R Adjust the head restraint so that it is asclose to the head as possible and thecenter of the head restraint supports theback of the head at eye level. R Never place hands under the seat or nearany moving...

G Warning! After installing top tether straps, make surethe seats are locked properly, the seatbackrests are in an upright position and theyare locked properly.An outboard second-row seat is lockedproperly only when the lock status indicatoris in hinged position and the red marking isbarely visible....

X Fold seat backrest ; forward to seat cushion = as far as necessary for you to access anchorage ring ? . X Guide top tether strap B between head restraint and top of the seat backrest. X Securely fasten hook A , which is part of top tether strap B , to anchorage ring ? . Make sure R top tether stra...

The LATCH-type anchors on the outboardsecond-row seats are covered withupholstery blends. Information sign ; indicates the position of anchor : . X Move the respective outboard second-rowseat backrest to an upright position( Y page 87). X Push the upholstery blend to the side. X Install a LATCH-type...

X Securing: Press the lever down in direction of arrow ; . X Check to make sure the child safety locksare working properly. X Releasing: Press the lever up in direction of arrow : . Override switch G Observe Safety notes, see page 55. With the override switch you can disable therear door window swit...

i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation. Any unauthorized mo...

and significantly reduces brakingeffectiveness. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) regulatesthe brake pressure so that the wheels do notlock during braking. This allows you tomaintain the ability to steer your vehicle.The ABS is functional above a speed ofapproximately 5 mph (8 km/h) independentof road...

ESP ® G Observe Safety notes, see page 63. The Electronic Stability Program (ESP ® ) is operational as soon as the engine is running.It monitors the vehicle’s traction (force ofadhesive friction between the tires and theroad surface) and handling.The ESP ® recognizes that the vehicle deviates from t...

The ESP ® will assist you in such situations. The ESP ® recognizes when the trailer starts swaying and will apply the brakes to reducethe vehicle speed to a non-critical speed thatallows the vehicle-trailer combination tostabilize.The ESP ® trailer stabilization is functional at vehicle speeds above...

X Arming: Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO.The turn signal lamps flash three times toindicate that the vehicle is locked. Indicatorlamp : flashes to indicate that the alarm system is armed. i If the turn signal lamps do not flash three times, a door or the tailgate may not bepro...

Vehicle equipment .............................. 70Locking and unlocking ....................... 70Starter switch positions ..................... 79Seats .................................................... 81Multifunction steering wheel ............. 91Mirrors .........................................

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Locking and unlocking Notes G Observe Safety notes,...

i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions:1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation of the device. Any unau...

Important notes on using KEYLESS-GO R You can also use the SmartKey withKEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey( Y page 70). R You can combine KEYLESS-GO functionswith normal SmartKey functions (e.g.unlocking with KEYLESS-GO and lockingwith button & ). R Always carry the SmartKey with you. R Never sto...

Unless you open a door or the tailgate withinapproximately 40 seconds after unlockingthe vehicle: R The vehicle will be locked again. R The antitheft alarm system will be rearmed. X Global locking: Press lock button : on an outside door handle. Selective setting If you frequently travel alone, you m...

Opening the doors from the inside You can open a door from the inside evenwhen it is locked unless it is secured with thechild safety lock ( Y page 61). Open door only when conditions are safe todo so. Example illustration driver’s door If the vehicle has previously been locked withthe SmartKey or w...

If the vehicle was previously locked with thecentral locking switch R and the SmartKey is set to factory settings,the complete vehicle is unlocked when afront door is opened from the inside R and the SmartKey is set to selectivesettings, only the front door opened fromthe inside is unlocked If the v...

Closing the tailgate from the outside G Observe Safety notes, see page 55. G Warning! Monitor the closing procedure carefully tomake sure no one is in danger of beinginjured. To prevent possible personal injury,always keep hands and fingers away from thecargo compartment opening when closing thetail...

have status 0): Press button F on the SmartKey. You can close the tailgate and lock the vehiclesimultaneously from the outside using theKEYLESS-GO locking/closing switch. X Make sure you have the SmartKey with you. X Press KEYLESS-GO locking/closingswitch : briefly. The tailgate closes.Once the tail...

the door-mounted remote tailgate switch.Monitor the closing procedure carefully tomake sure no one is in danger of beinginjured.To interrupt the closing procedure, press orpull the door-mounted remote tailgate switch. If the tailgate comes into contact with anobject while closing, the closing proced...

X Always remove the SmartKey from thestarter switch when the engine is not inoperation.This will help to prevent accelerated vehiclebattery discharge or a completelydischarged vehicle battery. If the SmartKey cannot be turned in thestarter switch, the vehicle battery may not besufficiently charged. ...

Position 1 X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop buttononce.This supplies power for some electricalconsumers, such as radio functions. i If you now press the KEYLESS-GO start/ stop button R once more, the ignition (position 2) is switched on R twice more the power supply is againswitched off Ignition (o...

X While seated, reach behind you with bothhands and find lower edge of the headrestraint. X Push or pull on the lower edge of the headrestraint cushion to the desired position. Easy-entry/exit feature for third-row seats This feature allows for easier access to andexit from the vehicle’s third-row s...

X To exit the vehicle when seated on a third-row seat, pull up and hold easy-exitstrap : . The second-row seat backrest foldsforward. X Push second-row seat forward a far as it willgo. Easy-entry/exit position X Exit the vehicle. For information on how to fold down thesecond-row seats completely, se...

Seat locked When the seat is locked, lock statusindicator : is in hinged position and red marking ; is barely visible. Lumbar support You can adjust the contour of the driver’s seatlumbar support to help enhance support toyour spine. X Curvature position: Use button : to move the curvature up and bu...

maneuvers, or in an accident. If you slideunder it, the seat belt would apply force at theabdomen or neck. That could cause seriousor even fatal injuries. Seat locked When the seat is locked, lock statusindicator : is in hinged position and red marking ; is barely visible. Fore and aft adjustment (o...

X While seated, pull adjustment handle : in direction of arrow and hold it there. X To move seat backrest back, lean lightlyagainst backrest. X To move seat backrest forward, leanforward with adjustment handle : pulled. The seat backrest will move forwardagainst your back. X Release adjustment handl...

Seat position for removal of head restraints from outboard second-row seats Removing X Pull head restraint : to its uppermost position. X Press release button ; and pull out head restraint : . Installing X Insert head restraint : into openings on the seat backrest. i On the outboard second-row seats...

X Pull seat backrest release strap : in direction of arrow. X Completely fold seat backrest ; forward so that it rests on seat cushion = (armrest position). Armrest position Multicontour seat The multicontour seat has a movable seatcushion and inflatable air cushions built intothe seat backrest to p...

Seat heating Front seat heating switches The switches for the outboard second-rowseat heating are located in the rear centerconsole. Rear seat heating switches The red indicator lamps ; in front or rear seat heating switch : come on to show which heating level you have selected.The seat heating swit...

Steering wheel adjustment, manual X Unlocking: Pull release handle : out to its stop limit. X Move steering wheel to the desiredposition. X Locking: Push release handle : back to its original position. X Make sure the steering wheel is securelylocked by trying to move it up and down aswell as in and...

i When the current position for the steering wheel is in the uppermost tilt position, thesteering wheel will no longer be able tomove upward when the easy-entry/exitfeature is activated.The adjustment procedure is brieflyinterrupted when the engine is started. G Warning! Let the system complete the ...

Folding in and out automatically The function must be activated in the fold-infunction for the exterior rear view mirrors ofthe Convenience submenu ( Y page 138). The exterior rear view mirrors fold inautomatically as soon as the vehicle is lockedfrom the outside.The exterior rear view mirrors fold ...

Each memory position button on the driver’sside can store all of the following settings: R Seat position R Steering wheel position R Exterior rear view mirrors’ position G Warning! Do not activate the memory function whiledriving. Activating the memory function whiledriving could cause the driver to...

5 T Parking lamps (also tail lamps,license plate lamps, side markerlamps and instrument panel lamps) 6 L Low-beam headlamps or high-beamheadlamps 7 N Front fog lamps 8 R Rear fog lamp i The exterior lamps (except standing lamps or parking lamps) go outautomatically when you remove theSmartKey from t...

The following lamps come on and go outdepending on the brightness of the ambientlight with the SmartKey in starter switchposition 1 or the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button pressed once: R tail lamps R parking lamps R license plate lamps R side marker lamps When the engine is running, the low-beamheadlam...

G Warning! In low ambient lighting or foggy conditions,only switch from position à to L with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location.Switching from à to L will briefly switch off the headlamps. Doing so whiledriving in low ambient lighting conditions mayresult in an accident. Fog lamps will o...

High-beam flasher X Switching on: Pull the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow = . Hazard warning flasher The hazard warning flasher can be switchedon at all times, even with the SmartKeyremoved from the starter switch.The hazard warning flasher comes onautomatically when an air bag dep...

Driving in reverse: The front fog lampopposite to your steering direction comeson. The corner-illuminating front fog lamps willcome on automatically depending on thesteering angle, even if you did not switch oneither turn signal. If the corner-illuminatingfront fog lamps came on automatically, theyw...

i If a door remains open, the interior lamps go out automatically after approximately5 minutes when the SmartKey is removedor in starter switch position 0. X Deactivating: Press button ~ . Button ~ engages. Manual control ! An interior lamp switched on manually does not go out automatically.Leaving ...

accumulates on a windshield/rear windowmight scratch the glass and/or damage thewiper blades when wiping occurs on a drywindshield/rear window. If it is necessaryto operate the wipers in dry weatherconditions, always operate the wipers withwasher fluid. Windshield wipers X Observe notes on page ( Y ...

Single wipe X Press the combination switch briefly indirection of arrow B to the resistance point.The windshield wipers wipe one timewithout washer fluid. Wiping with washer fluid X Press the combination switch in directionof arrow B past the resistance point. The windshield wipers operate with wash...

If the windshield wipers fail to function atall with the combination switch in position Ä or Å , R set the combination switch to the nexthigher wiper speed R have the windshield wipers checked atthe nearest authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter Power windows Opening and closing The door windows and the hin...

anyone being harmed by the closingprocedure.If potential danger exists, proceed as follows: R Release button & to stop the closing procedure. To open, press and hold button % . To continue the closing procedure after making sure that there is no danger ofanyone being harmed by the closingprocedu...

windows and the tilt/sliding panel areclosed completely. X Press and hold the lock button on anoutside door handle again.The roller sunblinds extend. X Release the lock button on the outside doorhandle to interrupt the closing procedure. When tilt/sliding panel is closed: X Press and hold the lock b...

With SmartKey X Do not depress the accelerator pedal. X Gasoline engine: Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 3 ( Y page 79) and release it.The engine starts automatically. X Diesel engine: Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 2 ( Y page 79). Preglow indicator lamp % in...

The engine does not start. You can hear the starter.There could be a malfunction in the engineelectronics or in the fuel supply system.Carry out the following steps: X If you are starting the engine with theSmartKey: Turn the SmartKey in the starterswitch to position 0 and repeat the starting proced...

idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on thebrake pedal, the vehicle could acceleratequickly forward or in reverse. You could losecontrol of the vehicle and hit someone orsomething. Only shift into gear when theengine is idling normally and when your rightfoot is firmly on the brake pedal. ! Only s...

Parking G Warning! Do not park this vehicle in areas wherecombustible materials such as grass, hay orleaves can come into contact with the hotexhaust system. These materials could beignited and cause a vehicle fire.Vehicle movement may result in seriouspersonal injury or damage to the vehicle orvehi...

i Always engage the parking brake in addition to shifting the automatictransmission into park position P. i Observe instructions if you want the automatic transmission to remain inneutral position N, see “Remaining in neutral position N” ( Y page 117). With SmartKey X Turn the SmartKey in the starte...

! Allow the engine to warm up under low load use. Do not place full load on theengine until the operating temperature hasbeen reached.Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for anextended period when driving off onslippery road surfaces.This may cause serious damage to theengine and the drivetrain which is...

KEYLESS-GO: When you turn off the engineusing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button andopen a front door, the automatic transmissionwill shift into park position P automatically. G Warning! Keep in mind that turning off the engine aloneonly will shift the automatic transmission intoneutral position N aut...

Shifting into reverse gear R X With the vehicle at a standstill, depress thebrake pedal. X Move the gear selector lever up past theresistance point. Shifting into drive position D X With the vehicle at a standstill, depress thebrake pedal. X Move the gear selector lever down past theresistance point...

The current gear range appears in themultifunction display. : Gear range indicator Effect = With this selection you can use thebraking effect of the engine. 5 Allows the use of the engine’sbraking effect when driving R on steep downgrades R in mountainous regions R under extreme operatingconditions ...

Steering wheel gearshift control i You cannot shift with the steering wheel gearshift control when the automatictransmission is in park position P, neutral position N, or reverse gear R. Limiting gear range G Warning! On slippery road surfaces, never downshift inorder to obtain braking action. This ...

Transfer case The vehicle is equipped with all-wheel drive(4MATIC). Both the front and rear axles arepowered at all times when the vehicle is beingoperated. ! Only conduct operational or performance tests on a two-axle dynamometer. If suchtests are necessary, contact an authorizedMercedes-Benz Cente...

Adjusting the instrument cluster illumination X To brighten illumination: Press and hold button = until the desired level of illumination is reached. X To dim illumination: Press and hold button : until the desired level of illumination is reached. i The instrument cluster illumination is dimmed or ...

: Multifunction display ; Press button 6 to answer a callto dial 8 to redial 8 ~ to end a callto reject an incoming call Press button WX to select submenus in the Settings menu to set valuesto set the volume Press button ? to turn Voice Control Systemon 9 , see separate operating instructions = Pres...

X Press button V or U repeatedly to pass through each menu one after theother. X Press button * or & repeatedly to pass through each function display, oneafter the other, in the current menu. In the Settings menu, instead of functions, you will find a number of submenus for callingup and changin...

Audio/DVD menu The functions in the Audio/DVD menu operate the audio or video equipment whichyou have currently switched on.The following functions are available: R Selecting radio station ( Y page 128) R Operating audio devices/audio media( Y page 128) R Operating video DVD ( Y page 129) If no audi...

Operating video DVD X Switch on the COMAND system and selectDVD-Video. Refer to separate COMANDsystem operating instructions. X Press button V or U repeatedly until the Audio/DVD menu appears in the multifunction display. : Disc number ; Current scene X Press button * or & to select a scene. Nav...

Vehicle status message memory menu Use the Vehicle status message memory menu to scan malfunction and warningmessages that may be stored in the memory.Such messages appear in the multifunctiondisplay and are based on conditions orsystem status the vehicle’s system hasrecorded.The Vehicle status mess...

Resetting to factory settings You can reset the settings of all submenus tothe factory settings.For safety reasons, the function Lamp Circuit Headlamp in the Lighting submenu cannot be reset while driving.The following message appears in themultifunction display: Settings Cannot be completely reset ...

X Press button V or U repeatedly until the Settings menu appears in the multifunction display. X Press button & . X Move the selection marker with button W or X to the Time/Date submenu. X Press button & or * repeatedly until the message Clock Set Hour or Clock Set Minute(s) appears in the m...

X Press button W or X to switch the daytime running lamp mode On or Off . With daytime running lamp mode switched onand the exterior lamp switch inposition $ or à , the low-beam headlamps are switched on when the engineis running.In low ambient light conditions the followinglamps will come on additi...

Vehicle submenu Access the Vehicle submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Vehicle submenu to set the automatic central locking. Switching automatic central locking on or off Use this function to switch the automaticcentral locking on or off. With the automaticcentral locking activated, the vehicle i...

X Press button W or X to activate ( On ) or deactivate ( Off ) the easy-entry/exit feature. Activating/deactivating seat belt adjustment featureUse this feature to set the seat belts to beadjusted automatically with the driver’s orfront passenger seat belt fastened and thestarter switch in position ...

slower vehicle moving in your vehicle’s pathand the danger of a collision exists, evenwhen the Distronic is switched off. X Press button V or U repeatedly until the message Distance Warning appears in the multifunction display.The selection marker is on the currentsetting. X Press button W or X to s...

: Distance driven since last reset ; Time elapsed since last reset = Average speed since last reset ? Average fuel consumption since last reset Resetting fuel consumption statistics X Press button U or V repeatedly until the message From Start appears in the multifunction display. X Press button &am...

separate COMAND system operatinginstructions. X Switch on the COMAND system.Refer to separate COMAND systemoperating instructions. X Press button U or V repeatedly until the message TEL appears in the multifunction display.One of the following messages will appearin the multifunction display: R No S...

Redialing The control system stores the most recentlydialed phone numbers. This eliminates theneed to search through your entire phonebook. X Press button U or V repeatedly until the message TEL appears in the multifunction display. X Press button 6 . The first number in the redial memoryappears in ...

G Warning! When the cruise control is braking, the brakepedal is retracted (i.e. depressedautomatically). The pedals’ range of motionmust not be impeded by any obstacles: R Do not place any objects in the footwell. R Make sure that the floormats and carpetsare securely in place. R Do not rest your f...

R the ESP ® has switched off due to a malfunction R you shift the automatic transmission intoneutral position N while driving Observe additional messages in themultifunction display that may appear.Depressing the accelerator pedal does notdeactivate the cruise control. After a briefacceleration (e.g...

G Warning! Use of the Distronic can be dangerous onslippery roads. Rapid changes in tire tractioncan result in wheel spin and loss of control.The Distronic does not function in adversesight and distance conditions. Do not use theDistronic during conditions of fog, heavy rain,snow or sleet. G Warning...

The vehicle speed displayed on thespeedometer can briefly vary from the speedsetting on the Distronic system. When the Distronic detects a vehicle directlyahead, the cruise control speedsegments ; appear in the speedometer. These segments represent the differencebetween the set speed of your vehicle...

X Press button V or U repeatedly until one of the following two displays appearsin the multifunction display. Distronic deactivated When the Distronic is deactivated, you willsee the standard Distronic display in themultifunction display. : Preceding vehicle, if detected ; Actual distance to the pre...

R when the automatic transmission is in parkposition P, reverse gear R, or neutral position N R when the ESP ® is switched off or has switched off due to a malfunction The vehicle speed displayed on thespeedometer can briefly vary from the speedsetting on the Distronic system. Setting the current sp...

Setting stored speed (Resume function) G Warning! The set speed stored in memory should onlybe set again if prevailing road conditions andlegal speed limits permit. Possibleacceleration or deceleration differencesarising from returning to the preset speedcould cause an accident and/or serious injury...

X Increasing distance: Turn distance setting switch : in direction of arrow = . Increasing the distance setting tellsDistronic to maintain a greater followingdistance to the preceding vehicle. X Decreasing distance: Turn distance setting switch : in direction of arrow ; . Decreasing the distance set...

Offset driving A vehicle traveling in your lane but offset fromyour direct line of travel may not be detectedby the Distronic. There will be insufficientdistance to the preceding vehicle. Lane changing The Distronic has not yet detected the vehiclechanging lanes. There will be insufficientdistance t...

Indicator lamps ; and = are off. R SPORT (for sporty driving) Indicator lamp ; comes on. R COMF (for comfort driving) Indicator lamp = comes on. X Start the engine. X Press ADS switch : repeatedly until the desired suspension tuning is reached. The setting remains stored when you turn offthe engine....

i The third available level is the highspeed level that is set automatically. The following is the approximate change inride height for each of the level settings: Level Ride height Raised level +1.97 in (50 mm) Highwaylevel +/-0 in (0 mm) Highspeedlevel -0.78 in (-20 mm) i The vehicle is lowered to...

X Close all doors and the tailgate. X Start the engine. When indicator lamp ; is on: X Press switch : . Indicator lamp ; flashes. The vehicle adjusts to the highway level.The following message appears in themultifunction display while the level isbeing set: i The message can be cleared by pressing t...

distance between the vehicle and an obstaclevisually and audibly.The Parktronic system is activatedautomatically when R you switch on the ignitionand R you release the parking brakeand R the automatic transmission is in driveposition D, reverse gear R, or neutral position N The Parktronic system dea...

Front sensors Center approx. 40 in (100 cm) Corners approx. 24 in (60 cm) Rear sensors Center approx. 48 in (120 cm) Corners approx. 32 in (80 cm) Minimum distance Center approx. 8 in (20 cm) Corners approx. 6 in (15 cm) If the Parktronic system detects an obstaclein this range, all the distance war...

R Front area: An intermittent acoustic warning lasting a maximum of 2 secondswill sound as the first red distance segmentilluminates. A constant acoustic warninglasting a maximum of 2 seconds will soundfor the second red distance segment. Thesignal is canceled when the automatictransmission is shift...

The area behind the vehicle appears in theCOMAND system display as a mirror image,like in the rear view mirror.In addition, the rear view camera containsguidelines to help you with driving in reverse. G Warning! Make sure no persons or animals are in ornear the area in which you are parking/maneuver...

Switching on/off X Switching on: Switch on the ignition. X Switch on the COMAND system. X Shift the automatic transmission to reversegear R. The COMAND system display will show thearea behind the vehicle with guidelines. G Warning! Please note that objects which do not touchthe ground may appear to ...

Overview of climate control system functions and air vents Your vehicle is equipped with either of the following climate control systems: Climate control ( Y page 164) 3-zone automatic climate control USA only ( Y page 170) Canada only ( Y page 172) The climate control combines an automaticheating a...

For best possible performance of the climatecontrol: X Keep the air intake grille in front of thewindshield free of snow, leaves, sticks, andany other debris. X Always keep all air vents and grilles in thepassenger compartment free fromobstruction. i For draft-free ventilation, move the adjustable c...

B-pillar air vents Vehicles with 3-zone automatic climate control (second row) only : Side air vent, adjustable ; Thumbwheel for air volume control X Opening/closing: Turn thumbwheel ; to the left or to the right. Air vents below rear quarter windows Vehicles with 3-zone automatic climate control (s...

Function Recommendation/Notes I Rear window defroster ( Y page 180) J Air recirculation i Only use this function for a short time, e.g. in a tunnel.Otherwise, the windows canfog up due to lack of fresh air. ( Y page 169) K Interior temperature sensor L Climate control on/off i Switches on the climat...

shown in air volume display G ( Y page 164). or X Press air distribution button ¯ , P , or O . The indicator lamp in button à goes out. The automatic operation of air distributionswitches off. Setting the temperature You can adjust the air temperature on eachside of the passenger compartment. Yousho...

i The manually selected air recirculation mode is deactivated automatically: R after 5 minutes if the outsidetemperature is below approximately41‡ (5†) R after 5 minutes if the air conditioning andair-drying are turned off R after 30 minutes if the outsidetemperature is above approximately41‡ (5†) R...

Function Recommendation/Notes K Interior temperature sensor L Climate control on/off i Switches on the climate control system. The indicatorlamp in button ^ goes out. ( Y page 175) Canada only Function Recommendation/Notes : Temperature control, driver’sside i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y p...

Function Recommendation/Notes O Interior temperature sensor P Adopting driver’s side settingsfor all zones ( Y page 180) Rear automatic climate control : Increasing air volume ; Temperature control = Air distribution and air volume (automaticmode) ? Air distribution (directs air through theside air ...

Activating Moist air can fog up the windows. You candehumidify the interior air with the airconditioning. X Press button Á again. The indicator lamp in the button comes on. The air conditioning uses the refrigerantR134a. This refrigerant is free of CFCs whichare harmful to the ozone layer. ! If the ...

SymbolDriver’s side SymbolPassenger side Function Z M Directs air tothe windshieldand side airvents \ P Directs airthrough thecenter, sideand rearpassengercompartmentair vents c O Directs air tothe footwellsand side airvents X Press the desired air distribution button Z , \ , or c for the driver’s s...

i The manually selected air recirculation mode is deactivated automatically: R after 5 minutes if the outsidetemperature is below approximately41‡ (5†) R after 5 minutes if the air conditioning andair-drying are turned off R after 30 minutes if the outsidetemperature is above approximately41‡ (5†) A...

X Switch on the ignition. X Switching on: Press button ª on the respective climate control panel.The indicator lamp in the button comes on. X Switching off: Press button ª again. The rear window defroster switches off whenthe battery voltage is too low. The indicatorlamp in button ª flashes. Too man...

Closing when the tilt/sliding sunroof is blocked G Warning! Make sure that nobody can become trappedand be seriously or even fatally injured whenclosing the tilt/sliding sunroof with greaterforce or without automatic reversal function. If the movement of the tilt/sliding sunroof isblocked during the...

Panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel Extending and retracting the roller sunblinds The roller sunblinds only operate with the tilt/sliding panel closed. The front and rear rollersunblind cannot be operated individually. G Warning! When extending the roller sunblinds, makesure no one is in da...

If the tilt/sliding panel is blocked again andopens slightly: X Immediately after the tilt/sliding panel wasblocked and has opened, pull and hold theroof panel switch in direction of arrow = until the tilt/sliding panel is fully closed.The tilt sliding panel closes withoutautomatic reversal function...

G Warning! Only use the roof rack when the basic carrierbars have been completely mounted. The leftand right roof rails are only stabilized bymeans of the basic carrier bars beingmounted.Follow the manufacturer’s installationinstructions. Otherwise, an improperlyattached roof rack system or its load...

Cargo tie down rings, cargo compartment Cargo tie down rings, second-row footwell Cargo tie-down rings, third-row footwell Hooks Two hooks are located on the rearcompartment trim panels, one on each side.Use the hooks to secure light-weight itemsonly. The maximum permissible weight perhook is 9 lbs ...

Expanding cargo volume in part Folding third-row seats X Lower the head restraints of the third-rowseats completely ( Y page 88). X Place seat belt in seat belt holder : . X Pull release handle ; on seat backrest = in direction of arrow. Seat backrest = is released. X Move seat backrest = slightly f...

X Pull seat backrest release strap : in direction of arrow. X Completely fold seat backrest ; forward so that it rests on seat cushion = (armrest position). Armrest position X Pull seat release strap ? in direction of arrow.The seat is released and flips up andforward. X Push down on seat A until it...

point in direction of arrow as far as it willgo.Seat and seat backrest : are unlocked. X Fold seat backrest : forward until it fully rests on seat cushion ; in a horizontal position. X Push down on folded seat backrest : until seat cushion ; engages in seat base. Folding third-row seats X Lower the ...

maneuvers, or in an accident. If you slideunder it, the belt would apply force at theabdomen or neck. That could cause seriousor even fatal injuries. ! When returning the seats to their original position, it is important to proceed in thefollowing order: R third-row seats R outboard second-row seats...

X When the seat is unlocked, push seatbackrest back until the seat engagesaudibly. Outboard second-row seat locked When the seat is locked, lock statusindicator : is in hinged position and red marking ; is barely visible. Second-row middle seat Folded position X Pull seat release strap : of seat ; i...

Blind installed behind second-row seats X Removing: Roll up cargo compartment cover blind. X Push release button = . X Pull cargo compartment cover blind ? to the left. X Remove cargo compartment cover blind. X Installing: For installation behind second row seats, install the blind extensions( Y pag...

When not in use, you can attach the blindextensions to the cargo compartment coverblind. X With the cargo compartment cover blindinstalled behind third-row seats, insertextension guide rail A into mounting B . X Push blind extension into mounting B as far as it will go. Cargo net G Warning! Make sur...

Installing the cargo net Cargo net installed behind the C-pillar : Holder ; Cargo net bar = Red button X Hang cargo net bar ; on holder : as indicated by the arrow. X Push cargo net bar ; forward into holder : in direction of arrow. X Engage lower cargo net bar.The cargo net bar must engage audibly....

Keep compartment lids closed. This will helpto prevent stored objects from being thrownabout and injuring vehicle occupants during R braking R vehicle maneuvers R an accident Glove box Depending on vehicle equipment, an AUXsocket or a media interface is located in theglove box. For information on Au...

i If your vehicle is equipped with Rear Seat Entertainment Package, the storagecompartment contains the DVD player (seeseparate operating instructions). i The Roadside Assistance button º ( Y page 210) and the Information button E ( Y page 210) are located in telephone tray = . X Opening storage com...

i If your vehicle is equipped with a 3-zone automatic climate control, the storagecompartments are replaced by adjustableair vents ( Y page 164). Rear center console The rear center console is located betweenthe second-row seats.The rear center console contains a storagecompartment ( Y page 199) and...

cargo compartment fully ( Y page 190) without removing the rear center console. i The storage compartment and the cup holder in the rear center console are onlyilluminated, when the rear center consoleis installed in the most rearward position(position 0). X Position rear center console B above rear...

Card/ticket holder with bottle opener Cards and tickets can be inserted into the slotin the middle.The bottle opener is located underneath thecard/ticket holder and has openers for screwcaps = and crown caps ? . i With the card/ticket holder removed, you can also take the rubber inlet from the cupho...

Vanity mirror The vanity mirror lamp only functions whenthe sun visor is engaged in mounting C . X Flip sun visor : down. X Lift up vanity mirror cover ? . Vanity mirror lamp = comes on. Rear door window sunshade This feature is only available in the USA. X Extending: Pull on tab ; and engage it in ...

X Removing ashtray insert: Push on ashtray insert ; and pull it out upwards. X Reinstalling ashtray insert: Insert ashtray insert ; into opening. X Push down ashtray insert ; until it engages. X Close cover : . Cigarette lighter G Observe Safety notes, see page 55. G Warning! Never touch the heating...

minimum level, the power outlets areautomatically switched off, to helppreserve engine starting power. 12V Power outlets ! If you use all power outlets in the vehicle, make sure that the maximum currentdrawn does not exceed 55 A. ! The power outlets in the front passenger footwell and cargo compartm...

The 115V AC socket : provides an alternating current of 115 volts, whichenables you to connect small electricaldevices with a combined received power of150 W at most. You can connect smalldevices such as game consoles, mobilephone chargers, laptops, etc.Prerequisites for operation: R The 12V power o...

monitoring services, connection andcellular air time. R vehicle battery power is available. R the relevant cellular phone network andGPS signals are available and pass theinformation on to the Response Center. i Location of the vehicle on a map is only possible if the vehicle is able to receivesigna...

Emergency calls ! In order to activate the Tele Aid system, a subscriber agreement must be completed.To ensure your system is activated andoperational, please press Informationbutton E to perform the acquaintance call. Failure to complete either of thesesteps may result in a system that is notactiva...

The Response Center will automaticallycontact local emergency officials with thevehicle’s approximate location if they receivean automatic SOS signal and cannot makevoice contact with the vehicle occupants. Roadside Assistance button X Open the telephone tray ( Y page 198). X Press and hold Roadside...

X Press and hold Information button : for longer than 2 seconds.A call to the Customer Assistance Centerwill be initiated. The indicator lamp inInformation button : will flash while the call is in progress. The message Connecting Call will appear in the multifunction display and the COMANDsystem is ...

Route guidanceYou will be prompted to confirm that routeguidance to the entered address is to bestarted. X Select Yes using button = or ; on the COMAND system. X Press button 9 on the COMAND system to confirm. The system calculates the route andsubsequently starts the route guidance to thedefined ad...

R you have subscribed to the Tele Aidservice R the Tele Aid service has been activatedproperly R the necessary mobile phone, powersupply and GPS coverage are available Garage door opener The integrated remote control can operate upto three separately controlled devicescompatible with HomeLink ® or s...

If you live in Canada or if you are havingdifficulties programming a gate operator(regardless of where you live) by using theprogramming procedures, replace step 4 withthe following: X Step 4: Press and hold the signal transmitter button ( ; , = or ? ). Do not release this button until it has beensu...

control is compatible with radio-frequencydevices operating between 280-390 MHz. R Put a new battery in hand-held remotecontrol A . This will increase the likelihood of the hand-held remote control sending astronger and more accurate signal to theintegrated remote control. R While performing step 3,...

i If your vehicle is not equipped with AIRMATIC, the multifunction display willshow the compass only. Floormats G Warning! Whenever you are using floormats, make surethere is enough clearance and that thefloormats are securely fastened.Floormats should always be securely fastenedusing the fastening ...

Vehicle equipment ............................ 220The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ....... 220At the gas station ............................. 220Engine compartment ........................ 222Tires and wheels ............................... 227Winter driving ................................... 251Dri...

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. The first 1000 miles (1500 km) The more cautiously ...

i Leaving the engine running and the fuel filler cap open can cause the yellow fueltank reserve warning lamp to flash and themalfunction indicator lamp ! (USA only) or ; (Canada only) to illuminate. For more information, see also “Practicalhints” ( Y page 305). X Remove the SmartKey from the starter...

vehicle. Comply with all relevant safetyprecautions. G Warning! To help prevent personal injury, stay clear ofmoving parts when the hood is open and theengine is running.The radiator fan may continue to run forapproximately 30 seconds or may evenrestart after the engine has been turned off.Stay clea...

For more information on engine oil, see“Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.”( Y page 350). For information on messages in themultifunction display concerning engine oil,see the “Practical hints” section( Y page 293). Adding engine oil ! Only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicle...

hot fluid and steam will be blown out underpressure. R Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts.Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol whichmay burn if it comes into contact with hotengine parts. X Using a rag, slowly open cap ; approximately 1 / 2 turn to relieve excess pressure. X Continue turning...

Brake fluid level ! If you find that the brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir has fallen to the minimummark or below, have the brake systemchecked for brake pad thickness and leaksimmediately. Contact an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center immediately. Donot add brake fluid as this will not solve the...

R Break in new tires for approximately60 miles (100 km) at moderate speeds. R Regularly check the tires and rims fordamage. Dented or bent rims can cause tireinflation pressure loss and damage to thetire beads. R If the vehicle is heavily loaded, check tireinflation pressure and correct as required....

The Tire and Loading Information placard liststhe recommended cold tire inflationpressures : for maximum loaded vehicle weight. The tire inflation pressures listedapply to the tires installed as originalequipment. Important notes on tire inflation pressure G Warning! If the tire inflation pressure d...

Example illustration: Tire inflation pressures for all approved, factory equipped tires Some tire inflation pressure labels may onlyshow the rim diameter instead of the entiretire size, e.g. R 18 or 18". The rim diameter is part of the tire size asspecified on the tire sidewall ( Y page 245). Ex...

Do not overload the tires by exceeding thespecified load limit as indicated on the Tireand Loading Information placard on thedriver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tirescan overheat them, possibly causing ablowout. Overloading the tires can also resultin handling or steering problems, or brakefailu...

i The recommended tire inflation pressures for your vehicle can be found on R the Tire and Loading Information placardlocated on the driver’s door B-pillar( Y page 236) R the tire inflation pressure label on theinside of the fuel filler flap The tire inflation pressures are not listed inthe Operator...

The TPMS is equipped with a combination lowtire pressure/ TPMS malfunction telltale inthe instrument cluster. Depending on how thetelltale illuminates, it indicates a low tirepressure condition or a malfunction in theTPMS system itself: R If the telltale illuminates continuously, oneor more of your ...

malfunction using the TPMS telltaleflashing and illumination sequence.The telltale extinguishes after a fewminutes driving if the malfunction has beencorrected. Tire pressure inquiries are made using themultifunction display. The current tireinflation pressure for each tire appears in themultifuncti...

The respective tire is indicated by a redrectangle. Restarting Advanced TPMS G Warning! It is the driver’s responsibility to set the tireinflation pressure to the recommended coldtire inflation pressure. Underinflated tiresaffect the ability to steer or brake the vehicle.You might lose control over ...

punctured or damaged by road debris,potholes etc. i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle andmay vary from data shown in aboveillustration. This is the maximum permissible tire inflationpressure : for the tire. Always follow the recommended tire inflationp...

Tire and Loading Information placard i Data shown on Tire and Loading Information placard example are forillustration purposes only. Load limit dataare specific to each vehicle and may varyfrom data shown in the followingillustration. Refer to Tire and LoadingInformation placard on vehicle for actua...

Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Step 1 Combined weight limit of occupants and cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard 1 500 lbs 1 500 lbs 1 500 lbs Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Step 2 Number of occupants (driver and passengers) 5 3 1 Seating configuration front: 2rear: 3 front: 1rear: 2 front...

Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross AxleWeight Rating (GAWR) for either the front orrear axle. You can obtain the GVWR andGAWR from the certification label. Thecertification label can be found on the driver’sdoor B-pillar, see the “Technical data” section( Y page 344). Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GV...

tests, and does not include acceleration,cornering, hydroplaning, or peak tractioncharacteristics. The traction grades, from highest to lowest,are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades representthe tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement asmeasured under controlled conditions onspecified government test surf...

dimension front vs. rear), tire rotation is notpossible.If applicable to your vehicle’s tireconfiguration, tires can be rotated accordingto the tire manufacturer’s recommendedintervals in the tire manufacturer’s warrantypamphlet located in your vehicle literatureportfolio. If none is available, tire...

Tire size designation, load and speed rating : Tire width ; Aspect ratio in % = Radial tire code ? Rim diameter A Load index B Speed symbol i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle andmay vary from data shown in aboveillustration. General: Depending on the ...

Index Speed rating H M+S 14 up to 130 mph (210 km/h) V M+S 14 up to 149 mph (240 km/h) i Not all M+S rated tires provide special winter performance. Make sure the tiresyou use show M+S and the mountain/snowflake i marking on the tire sidewall. These tires meet specific snowtraction performance requi...

Maximum loaded vehicle weight The sum of curb weight, accessory weight,total load limit, and production optionsweight. Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure This number is the greatest amount of airpressure that should ever be put in the tire. Normal occupant weight The number of occupants the...

Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contactwith the road. Treadwear indicators Narrow bands, sometimes called “wear bars”that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 / 16 in (1.6 mm) of tread remains. TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) Maximum permissible weight on trailertongue. Uniform Tire Qu...

Snow chains ! Vehicles with Adaptive Damping System (ADS):When driving with snow chains, do notselect SPORT mode as this may result in damage to your vehicle. ! Some tire sizes do not leave adequate clearance for snow chains. To help avoidserious damage to your vehicle or tires,make sure the use of ...

bring road-salt-impaired braking efficiencyback to normal.If the vehicle is parked after being driven onsalt-treated roads, the braking efficiencyshould be tested as soon as possible afterdriving is resumed. G Warning! Make sure not to endanger any other roadusers when carrying out these brakingmane...

When using the engine’s braking power, adrive wheel may not spin for an extendedperiod of time, e.g. on slippery roadsurfaces. This may cause serious damageto the drivetrain which is not covered by theMercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Continuous or hard braking G Warning! Resting your foot on the brak...

Loading a trailer R When loading a trailer, you should observethat neither the permissible GTW, nor theGross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) areexceeded. The GVWR is indicated on thecertification label located on the driver’sdoor B-pillar ( Y page 236). Maximum permissible values are listed onthe safet...

X Make sure the automatic transmission is inpark position P ( Y page 116). X Engage the parking brake for the vehicle( Y page 114). X Start the engine ( Y page 110). X Vehicles with AIRMATIC:Set the vehicle level to highway( Y page 154) and set the ADS to AUTO or COMF ( Y page 153). X Turn off the e...

Do not attempt to straighten out the towvehicle and trailer by increasing the speed. R If the transmission shifts between gears oninclines repeatedly, shift to a lower gearrange manually ( Y page 119). Select 4, 3, 2 or 1.A lower gear and reduction of speedreduces the chance of engine overloadingand...

Control and operation of radio transmitter Safety notes G Warning! Please do not forget that your primaryresponsibility is to drive the vehicle. A driver’sattention to the road must always be his/herprimary focus when driving. For your safetyand the safety of others, we recommend thatyou pull over t...

Maintenance service indicator message The maintenance service indicator messagewill notify you when the next maintenanceservice is required.Starting approximately 1 month before thenext maintenance service is required, one ofthe following messages will appear in themultifunction display. The message...

Calling up the maintenance service indicator display i The menu overview can be found on ( Y page 126). You can call up the maintenance serviceindicator display at any time to check whenthe next maintenance service is required. X Switch on the ignition. X Press button V or U on the multifunction ste...

X When taking the vehicle through an automatic conveyor-type car wash: Make sure the automatic transmissionremains in neutral position N. Observe instructions, see “Remaining in neutralposition N” ( Y page 117). When leaving the automatic car wash, makesure the mirrors are folded out.After running t...

Cleaning the rear view camera lens X Only use clean water and a soft, non-scratching cloth to clean rear view cameralens : . Be careful not to apply wax to rear viewcamera lens : when waxing the vehicle. If necessary, remove the wax using theMercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo withplenty of water. ! ...

Light alloy wheels If possible, clean wheels once a week. X Use Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care,a soft bristle brush and a strong spray ofwater for cleaning the light alloy wheels. ! Only use acid-free cleaning materials. Acid may cause corrosion or damage theclear coat. ! The vehicle should not b...

G Warning! Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this mayseverely weaken them. In a crash they maynot be able to provide adequate protection. Upholstery Using aftermarket seat covers or wearingclothing that have the tendency to give offcoloring (e.g. when wet, etc.) may cause theupholstery to become pe...

Vehicle equipment ............................ 270Where will I find ...? .......................... 270Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ....................... 274What to do if … .................................. 299Unlocking/locking manually ........... 308Resetting activated N...

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Where will I find ...? First aid kit i Check expira...

Collapsible wheel chock The collapsible wheel chock serves to securethe vehicle, e.g. while changing a wheel. X Take the collapsible wheel chock from thevehicle tool kit ( Y page 270). X Setting up: Tilt both plates upward : . X Fold the lower plate outward ; . X Guide the tabs of the lower plate al...

X Removing: Open the tailgate ( Y page 75). X Lift the cargo compartment floor andsecure it on the upper cargo compartmentlip ( Y page 270). ! To prevent damage, always disengage the securing hook from upper cargocompartment lip and lower the cargocompartment floor before closing thetailgate. X Remo...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Notes Warning and malfunction messages appear inthe multifunction display located in theinstrument cluster.Certain warning and malfunction messagesare accompanied by an audible signal.Address these messages accordingly andfollow the additional ins...

Text messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions ABS ABS, ESP Inoperativ e See Operator’s Manual The brake system is still functioning normally but due to amalfunction, the ABS, the BAS, the ESP ® , and the PRE- SAFE ® system are unavailable. X Continue driv...

G Warning! If the 42 indicator lamp remains illuminated with an adult occupant on the front passenger seat even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any passenger usethe front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/cons...

Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions Depress brake to shift out of P. You have attempted to shift the automatic transmission intodrive position D, reverse gear R or neutral position N without depressing the brake pedal. X Depress the brake pedal. Door Open Vehicle No...

Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions Check tires, then restart Run Flat Indicator. There has been a warning message about a loss in the tireinflation pressure and the tire pressure loss warning systemwas not restarted yet. X Make sure the correct tire inflation pressur...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions Tire Pressure Monitor Wheel Sensor Missing At least one sensor is defect (e.g. battery is empty).The respective tire is indicated by – – instead of the tire inflation pressure in the multifunction display. X Have the Advanced TPMS checked...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions Check Tire(s) The tire inflation pressure in at least one tire is significantlybelow the reference value.The respective tire is indicated in the multifunction display. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abruptsteering and b...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions $ (USA only) J (Canadaonly) EBV, ABS, ESP Inoperativ e See Operator’s Manual The brake system is still functioning normally but due to amalfunction, the ABS, the BAS, the EBP, the ESP ® , and the PRE-SAFE ® system are unavailable. X Conti...

Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions G Tele Aid Inoperativ e One or more main functions of the Tele Aid system aremalfunctioning. X Have the Tele Aid system checked at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. + Restraint Sys. Malfunctio n Service Required The system...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions Á STOP Car Too Low You have driven off while the vehicle level was too low or theAIRMATIC is inoperative.The AIRMATIC should have raised the vehicle to the set levelafter a short while. While the message is displayed: X Avoid excessive st...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions + Key Not Detected (messageappears inwhite) The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is momentarily not detected. X Change the position of the SmartKey in the vehicle. X If necessary, remove the KEYLESS-GO button from thestarter switch ( Y page 80). ...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions ? Coolant Stop car, switch engine off. The coolant is too hot. X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it is safe to do so. X Turn off the engine immediately. X Engage the parking brake. X Only start the engine again after the message d...

Lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions b Active Headlamps Inoperativ e The active Bi-Xenon headlamp system is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon aspossible. b Reverse Lamp Left or Reverse Lamp Right The left or right backup lamp is malfu...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions h Tire Pressure Check Tires The tire inflation pressure in at least one tire is significantlybelow the reference value. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abruptsteering and braking maneuvers. X Check and adjust tire inflat...

Brake Problem Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions ! The yellow ABSindicator lampcomes on whilethe engine isrunning. The ABS has detected a malfunction and switched off. The BAS,the ESP ® and the PRE-SAFE ® are also switched off. The brake system is still functioning normally but without the...

Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions 7 The red seat belttelltale comeson for amaximum of6 seconds afterstarting theengine. The seat belt telltale reminds you and your passengers to fastenyour seat belts before driving off. X Fasten your seat belts. Regardless of whethe...

Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions h USA only:Combinationlow tire pressuretelltale/TPMSmalfunctiontelltale for theAdvanced TPMSilluminatescontinuously. The Advanced TPMS detects a loss of pressure in at least one tire. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt ...

sequence will continue upon subsequentvehicle start-ups as long as the malfunctionexists. When the malfunction indicator isilluminated, the system may not be able todetect or signal low tire pressure as intended.TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety ofreasons, including the installation ofincomp...

G Warning! If the 42 indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with theweight of a typical adult or someone larger than a small individual on the front passengerseat, do not have any passenger use the frontpassenger seat until the system has beenrepaired. Problem Possible causes/consequence...

SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO X Move locking tab : in the direction of arrow. X Slide mechanical key ; out of the housing. Unlocking the driver’s door X Insert mechanical key ; into the driver’s door lock. X Turn mechanical key ; counterclockwise to position 1 . X Pull the door handle past the resistance...

In case the central locking system does notrelease the fuel filler flap, you can open itmanually.The fuel filler flap release is located on thepassenger side in the cargo compartmentbehind the cover. X Open the tailgate ( Y page 75). X Open the cover on the passenger-side trimpanel ( Y page 317). X ...

SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO X Insert mechanical key : into opening. X Press mechanical key : in direction of arrow.Battery compartment ; is unlatched. X Pull battery compartment ; out of the SmartKey housing. X Pull out batteries = . X Insert new batteries = under contact springs ? with the positive te...

Bulbs You can replace the following bulbs yourself: Halogen headlamps Type : Turn signal lamp: 3457A ; Parking and standing lamp: W 5 W = Low-beam lamp: H7 55 W ? High-beam lamp/High-beam flasherlamp: H7 55 W Bi-Xenon headlamps Type : Turn signal lamp: 3457A ; Parking and standing lamp: W 5 W = High...

X Place bulb socket ? back into the housing and turn it clockwise until it engages. X Align housing cover : and turn it clockwise until it engages. Front turn signal lamp bulb X Turn bulb socket ; with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. X On both sides open catch A and pull bulb B out of bulb ...

Opening the passenger-side trim panel X Insert a suitable object such as a coin intothe slot of lock : . X Turn lock : by 90° in direction of the arrow. X Remove cover ; . Replacing bulbs Example illustration: Rear lamp driver’s side : Tail lamp, side marker lamp, brake lamp,parking and standing lam...

Installing wiper blades Front wiper blades X With guide tab = sliding into opening ? , place wiper blade : onto wiper arm in direction of arrow. X Fold wiper blade : towards wiper arm. Tabs ; ( Y page 318) must engage into both recesses of attachment ; . X Check whether the wiper blade is securelyfa...

Do not switch off the ESP ® when a spare wheel is mounted. G Warning! Vehicles with AIRMATIC:Do not open or close any doors or the tailgatewhile mounting a spare wheel. The vehiclecould rise or lower to a previously selectedlevel. You or others could be injured as aresult. Preparing the vehicle X Ve...

Two-part sticker X Attach upper part : of the sticker where it will be easily seen by the driver on theinstrument cluster. X Attach lower part ; of the sticker to the damaged tire (close to the tire valve). G Warning! Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFITto come in contact with hair, eyes o...

X Stick TIREFIT container : upside down into notch ; of the electric air pump. Example illustration X Unscrew the valve cap of the damaged tirefrom tire valve E . Version 1 X Version 1 only: Close vent screw F on pressure gauge G . X Screw filler hose D onto tire valve E . X Insert electrical plug ?...

damaged for TIREFIT to provide a reliable tirerepair.In this case, TIREFIT cannot properly seal thetire.Do not drive the vehicle.Contact the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center orcall Roadside Assistance. After attaining a tire inflation pressure of at least 26 psi (1.8 bar): X Press 0 on electric air pump...

X Prevent the vehicle from rolling away byblocking wheels with wheel chocks or othersizeable objects.When your vehicle is equipped with a wheelchock, it is included with the vehicle tool kit( Y page 270). For information on setting up the collapsible wheel chock, see( Y page 272). G Warning! Only ja...

X Guide the spare wheel onto the alignmentbolt and push it on. X Insert the wheel bolts and tighten themslightly. X Unscrew the alignment bolt. X Install the last wheel bolt and tighten itslightly. X Inflate the collapsible tire ( Y page 328). Inflating the collapsible tire G Warning! Inflate collap...

! The cigarette lighter as well as the power outlets in the passenger footwell and cargocompartment are not designed for use withthe electric air pump. Use the power outletin the second-row footwell for electric airpump operation. X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch toposition 1. or X Vehicles...

X Tighten the five wheel bolts evenly,following the diagonal sequence illustrated( : to A ), until all bolts are tight. Observe a tightening torque of 110 lb-ft (150 Nm). G Warning! Have the tightening torque checked afterchanging a wheel. The wheels could comeloose if they are not tightened to a to...

After driving in emergency mode, you musthave the rims inspected by an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center to check if they aresuitable for further use. The failed tire mustbe replaced in any case. When replacing individual or all tires on thevehicle, make sure only tires marked with“MOExtended” are moun...

Always use the particular AdBlue ® refill containers for refilling outside themaintenance service interval. Contact anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center or callRoadside Assistance if necessary( Y page 210). Additional information on BlueTEC exhaustgas aftertreatment and AdBlue ® is available at any aut...

X Turn AdBlue ® filler cap ? counterclockwise and open it.Filler cap ? is tethered with a plastic strap. X Pull dust cap off of AdBlue ® refill container A . X Place AdBlue ® refill container A on the filler neck as illustrated and tighten itmoderately (hand-tight) by turning itclockwise. ! Make sur...

life. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for batterymaintenance intervals.If you use your vehicle mostly for short-distance trips, you will need to have thebattery charge checked more frequently.When replacing a battery, always use abattery approved by Mercedes-Benz.If you do not intend to operate your ve...

battery cover is non-removable. Do notattempt to open the battery as otherwisethe battery will be damaged.VRLA batteries do not require topping-up ofthe electrolyte level. They cannot beopened to check the electrolyte level.However, the battery condition must bechecked periodically by performing aba...

Only use a battery charge unit with amaximum charging voltage of 14.8 V. X Charge battery in accordance with theinstructions of the battery chargermanufacturer. Jump starting G Warning! Failure to follow these directions will causedamage to the electronic components, andcan lead to a battery explosi...

X Slide cover A back onto negative terminal B . X Have the battery checked at the nearestauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Towing the vehicle Safety notes Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehiclebe transported with all wheels off the groundusing flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dollyequipment. This...

Removing cover in front bumper X Press mark on cover : as indicated by the arrow. X Lift cover : off to reveal the threaded hole for the towing eye bolt. Removing cover in rear bumper G Warning! In order to avoid possible serious burns orinjury, use extreme caution when removingthe rear cover, becau...

Towing with all wheels on the ground G Warning! If circumstances require towing the vehiclewith all wheels on the ground, always tow witha tow bar if: R the engine will not run R there is a malfunction in the brake system R there is a malfunction in the power supplyor in the vehicle’s electrical sys...

A blown fuse must be replaced by anappropriate spare fuse (recognizable by itscolor or the fuse rating given on the fuse) ofthe amperage recommended in the fusechart. Any Mercedes-Benz Center will be gladto advise you on this subject. i In case of a blown fuse contact Roadside Assistance or an autho...

X Closing: Make sure the sealing rubber is positioned properly. X Insert the tabs of fuse box cover ; that are opposite of clamp : into the openings. X Press fuse box cover ; down X Close clamp : . ! The fuse box cover must be properly positioned as described. Otherwise,moisture or dirt could enter ...

Vehicle equipment ............................ 344Parts service ..................................... 344Warranty coverage ........................... 344Identification labels .......................... 344Vehicle specification R 350 Blue- TEC (251.125) ................................... 346Vehicle...

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Parts service All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centersm...

Vehicle specification R 350 BlueTEC (251.125) The quoted data apply only to the standardvehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of allspecial bodies and special equipment. Engine R 350 BlueTEC Engine, type 642 Mode of operation Diesel 4-stroke engine No. of cyl...

Engine R 350 Compression ratio 10.7:1 Output acc. to SAE J 1349 22 268 hp/6 000 rpm (200 kW/6 000 rpm) Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349 258 lb-ft/ 2 400 - 5 000 rpm (350 Nm/ 2 400 - 5 000 rpm) Maximum engine speed 6 500 rpm Firing order 1-4-3-6-2-5 Poly-V-belt 2 404 mm Electrical system R 350 Alter...

Same size tires Model R 350 BlueTEC 19" wheels Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset 8 J x 19 H22.64 in (67 mm) All-season tires 25,26 255/50 R19 107H XL (Extra Load) M+SMOExtended Winter tires 25,26,27 255/50 R19 107H XL (Extra Load) M+S i MOExtended Model R 350 19" wheels Rims (light alloy) Whee...

Spare wheel ! Compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim.If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim differs from the valuesgiven in this Operator’s Manual, inflate...

Approved engine oils Engine oils are specifically tested for theirsuitability in our engines and durability for ourservice intervals. Therefore, only useapproved engine oils and oil filters requiredfor vehicles with the Maintenance System.For a listing of approved engine oils and oilfilters, contact...

the formation of bubbles in the system, thusreducing the system’s efficiency.Therefore, the brake fluid must be replacedregularly. Refer to your vehicle’s MaintenanceBooklet for replacement interval. Only brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benzis recommended. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will p...

immediately. If AdBlue ® has crystallized already, use cold water and a sponge.AdBlue ® residues will crystallize and soil the affected surfaces. High ambient temperatures If AdBlue ® in the reservoir heats up to above 122‡ (50†) for a long period of time, forexample due to direct sunlight, ammonia ...

coolant concentration or bring it back up tothe proper level.For information on other Mercedes-Benzapproved products of equal specification,contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Centeror visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). To provide important corrosion protection,the solution must be at least 50%anticorr...

Model Approximate freeze protection -35‡ (-37†) -49‡ (-45†) Cooling system All models 5.0 US qt (4.75 l) 5.5 US qt (5.2 l) Washer system and headlamp cleaning system G Warning! Washer solvent/antifreeze is highlyflammable. Do not spill washer solvent/antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it mayign...

Service and Literature Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center hastrained technicians and Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts to service your vehicle properly.For expert advice and quality service, contactan authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.If you are interested in obtaining serviceliterature for your vehicle, ...