Technical terms
ABS (Antilock Brake System) Prevents the wheels from locking up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered.
Accessory weight (▷ page 331)
Air pressure (▷ page 331)
Alignment bolt Metal pin with thread. The centering pin is an aid used when changing a tire to align the wheel with the wheel hub.
Aspect ratio (▷ page 331)
Bar (▷ page 331)
BAS (Brake Assist System) System for potentially reducing braking distances in emergency braking situations. The system is activated when it senses an emergency based on how fast the brake is applied.
Bead (▷ page 331)
Bi-Xenon headlamps* Headlamps which use an electric arc as the light source and produce a more intense light than filament headlamps. Bi-Xenon headlamps produce low beam and high beam.
CAC (Customer Assistance Center) Mercedes-Benz customer service center, which can help you with any questions about your vehicle and provide assistance in the event of a breakdown.
CAN system (Controller Area Network) Data bus network serving to control vehicle functions such as door locking or windshield wiping depending on vehicle settings and/or ambient conditions.
Cockpit All instruments, switches, buttons and indicator/warning lamps in the passenger compartment needed for vehicle operation and monitoring.
Cold tire inflation pressure (▷ page 331)
COMAND* (Cockpit Management and Data System) Information and operating center for vehicle sound and communications systems, including the radio and the navigation system, as well as other optional equipment (CD changer*, telephone*, etc.).
449
Technical terms
Control system The control system is used to call up vehicle information and to change component settings. Information and messages appear in the multifunction display. The driver uses the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel to navigate through the system and to adjust settings.
Cruise control Driving convenience system that automatically maintains the vehicle speed set by the driver.
Curb weight (▷ page 331)
DOT (Department of Transportation) (▷ page 331)
Engine number The number set by the manufacturer and placed on the cylinder block to uniquely identify each engine produced.
Engine oil viscosity Measurement for the inner friction (viscosity) of the oil at different temperatures. The higher the temperature an oil can tolerate without becoming thin, or the lower the temperature it can tolerate without becoming viscous, the better the viscosity.
ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) Improves vehicle handling and directional stability.
ETD (Emergency Tensioning Device) Device which deploys in certain frontal and rear collisions exceeding the system's threshold to tighten the seat belts. ->SRS
FSS (Canada vehicles) (Flexible Service System) Maintenance service indicator in the multifunction display that informs the driver when the next vehicle maintenance service is due. FSS evaluates engine temperature, oil level, vehicle speed, engine speed, distance driven and the time elapsed since your last maintenance service, and calls for the next maintenance service accordingly.
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) (▷ page 331)
Gear range Number of gears which are available to the automatic transmission for shifting. The automatic gear shifting process can be adapted to specific operating conditions using the gear selector lever.
450
Technical terms
GPS (Global Positioning System) Satellite-based system for relaying geographic location information to and from vehicles equipped with special receivers. Employs CD digital maps for navigation.
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (▷ page 332)
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) (▷ page 332)
Instrument cluster The displays and indicator/warning lamps in the driver’s field of vision, including the tachometer, speedometer, engine temperature display and fuel gauge.
Kickdown Depressing the accelerator past the point of resistance shifts the transmission down to the lowest possible gear. This very quickly accelerates the vehicle and should not be used for normal acceleration needs.
Kilopascal (kPa) (▷ page 332)
Locking knob Knob on the door which indicates whether the door is locked or unlocked. Pushing the locking knob down on an individual door from inside will lock that door.
Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) Maintenance service indicator in the multifunction display that informs the driver when the next vehicle maintenance service is due. The Maintenance System in your vehicle tracks distance driven and the time elapsed since your last maintenance service, and calls for the next maintenance service accordingly.
Maximum tire inflation pressure (▷ page 332)
Maximum load rating (▷ page 332)
Maximum loaded vehicle weight (▷ page 332)
Memory function* Used to store three individual seat, steering wheel and mirror positions.
451
Technical terms
MON (Motor Octane Number) The Motor Octane Number for gasoline as determined by a standardized method. It is an indication of a gasoline’s ability to resist undesired detonation (knocking). The average of both the MON (Motor Octane Number) and ->RON (Research Octane Number) is posted at the pump, also known as ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.
Multifunction display Display field in the instrument cluster used to present information provided by the control system.
Multifunction steering wheel Steering wheel with buttons for operating the control system.
Normal occupant weight (▷ page 332)
OCS (Occupant Classification System) The system automatically turns the front passenger front air bag on or off based on the classified occupant size category determined by weight sensor readings from the seat.
Occupant distribution (▷ page 332)
Overspeed range Engine speeds within the red marking of the tachometer dial. Avoid this engine speed range, as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Poly-V-belt drive Drives engine-components (alternator, AC compressor, etc.) from the engine.
Power train Collective term designating all components used to generate and transmit motive power to the drive axles, including
- engine
- clutch/torque converter
- transmission
- transfer case
- drive shaft
- differential
- axle shafts/axles
Production options weight (▷ page 333)
Program mode selector switch Used to switch the automatic transmission* between standard operation S and comfort operation C.
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Technical terms
PSI (Pounds per square inch) (▷ page 333)
Recommended tire inflation pressure (▷ page 333)
Restraint systems Seat belts, child restraints, lower anchors and tethers for children (LATCH). As independent systems, their protective functions complement one another.
Rim (▷ page 333)
RON (Research Octane Number) The Research Octane Number for gasoline as determined by a standardized method. It is an indication of a gasoline's ability to resist undesired detonation (knocking). The average of both the ->MON (Motor Octane Number) and RON (Research Octane Number) is posted at the pump, also known as ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.
Shift lock When the vehicle is parked, this lock prevents the transmission gear selector lever from being moved out of position P without SmartKey turned and brake pedal depressed.
Sidewall (▷ page 333)
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Air bags, air bag control unit (with crash sensor), emergency tensioning device. Though independent systems, they are closely interfaced to provide effective occupant protection.
Tele Aid System* (Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand) The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: automatic and manual emergency, roadside assistance and information. Tele Aid is initially activated by completing a subscriber agreement and placing an acquaintance call. The Tele Aid system is operational provided that the vehicle's battery is charged, properly connected, not damaged and cellular and GPS coverage is available.
453
Technical terms
Telematics* A combination of the terms “tele-communications” and “informatics”.
Tightening torque Force times lever arm (e.g. a lug wrench) with which threaded fasteners such as wheel bolts are tightened.
TIN (Tire Identification Number) (▷ page 333)
Tire load rating (▷ page 333)
Tire ply composition and material used (▷ page 333)
Tire speed rating (▷ page 333)
Traction (▷ page 334)
Tread (▷ page 334)
Treadwear indicators (▷ page 334)
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (▷ page 334)
Vehicle capacity weight (▷ page 334)
Vehicle maximum load on the tire (▷ page 334)
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) The number set by the manufacturer and placed on the body to uniquely identify each vehicle produced.
454
Index
A ABS 25, 87, 449 Indicator lamp 350 Messages in display 360 Accelerator position, automatic transmission* 165 Accessory weight 331 Accident In case of 56 Active head restraints see Head restraints Additional turn signals 398 Air bags 63 Children 64 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 27, 80, 356 Front, Driver 67 Front, Passenger 67 Passenger 67 Safety guidelines 66 Side impact (front and rear*) 68 Window curtain 68 Air conditioning refrigerant 442
Air conditioning system Automatic climate control* (Canada only) 186 Climate control 176 Air conditioning, Cooling Automatic climate control* (Canada only) 196 Climate control 183 Air distribution Automatic climate control* (Canada only) 190 Climate control 180 Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure Air recirculation mode Automatic climate control* (Canada only) 192 Climate control 182 Air vents, Front Automatic climate control* (Canada only) 187 Climate control 177 Air vents, Rear Automatic climate control* (Canada only) 198 Climate control 185
Air volume Automatic climate control* (Canada only) 191 Climate control 180 Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 408, 449 Anticorrosion/antifreeze 446, 447 Antiglare, Rear view mirror 170 Anti-theft systems 93 Anti-theft alarm system* 93 Immobilizer 93 Tow-away alarm* 95 Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning Armrest 258 Ashtrays 261 Aspect ratio 331 ATF (Automatic transmission fluid) 300 AUDIO menu (Control system) 136 Audio system 199 Audio and telephone, operation 199 Button and soft key operation 202 CD changer* with MP3 218 CD operation 216
455
Index
Operating and display elements 200 Operating audio system 202 Operating safety 199 Radio operation 207 Telephone* operation 225 Auto-dimming mirror* 171 Automatic central locking Activating/deactivating (Control system) 152 Automatic climate control* (Canada only) 186 Control panel 187 Defrosting, front 191 Rear window defroster 175 Automatic headlamp mode 119 Automatic locking when driving 107 Automatic shift program Program mode selector switch (Automatic transmission*) 167 Automatic time change (Standard time, Daylight Saving time) 147 Automatic transmission* 162 Accelerator position 165 Automatic shift program 167 Emergency operation (Limp Home Mode) 169 Fluid level (ATF) 300 Gear ranges 166 Gear selector lever 162 Gear shifting malfunctions 169 Kickdown 165 Manual shifting 168 One-touch gearshifting 168 Program mode selector switch 167 Starting engine 49
B Backrest Driver's multicontour seat* (Canada only) 113 Rear seat, folding 254 Seat, manual 36 Seat, power* 38 Backup lamps Messages in display 377 Replacing bulbs 399 Bar 331 BAS 88, 449 Batteries, SmartKey Changing 396 Checking battery condition 101 Battery, Vehicle 302, 412 Charging 414 Disconnecting and connecting 413 Jump starting 415 Removing and installing 413 Bead 331 Bi-Xenon* headlamps see headlamps Block heater (Canada only) 337 Bolts, Spare wheel 388 Brake Assist System see BAS Brake fluid 442 Checking 295 Message in display 370
456
Index
Brake lamps Cleaning lenses 344 Messages in display 377 Replacing bulbs 403 Brake pads Message in display 370 Brakes 284 Warning lamp 25, 351 Break-in period 282 Bulbs, replacing see Replacing bulbs
C CAC 449 California retail buyers and lessees, important notice 11 CAN system 449 Cargo area see Trunk Cargo tie-down rings* 256 Carpets, cleaning 347 Catalytic converter 291 CD changer* 216 CD player* 137, 216 Centigrade see Temperature display mode 142
Central locking Automatic 107, 152 From inside 107 Locking/unlocking from inside 107 Switch 107 Certification label 428 Charcoal filter Automatic climate control* (Canada only) 194 Children in the vehicle 74 Air bags 64 Blocking rear door window operation 85 Indicator lamp, front passenger air bag 80, 356 Infant and child restraint systems 74 LATCH-type child seat anchors 83 Occupant Classification System (OCS) 77 Cigarette lighter 262 Climate control system 176 Control panel 177 Defrosting, Front 181 Rear window defroster 175
Clock 25, 130 Setting time 145, 146 Cockpit 22, 449 Cockpit Management and Data System see COMAND Cold tire inflation pressure 331 Collapsible wheel chock 386 COMAND* 449 COMAND* see separate COMAND operating instructions Combination switch 52, 122 Control system 130, 450 Multifunction display 130 Multifunction steering wheel 131 Resetting to factory default 140 Control system menu 130, 450 AUDIO 136 Menus overview 133 NAV* 138 Settings 140 Standard display 135 TEL* 157 Trip computer 155 Vehicle status message memory 138
457
Index
Control system submenus 132, 134 Convenience 153 Instrument cluster 143 Lighting 149 Time/Date 145 Vehicle 152 Controller Area Network see CAN system Coolant 301, 444 Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity 445 Capacities 440, 441 Checking coolant level 295, 301 Messages in display 371–373 Temperature 293 Temperature gauge 25, 128 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 123 Replacing bulbs 398 Cruise control 247, 450 Message in display 374 Cup holder 259, 260 Cleaning 346 Curb weight 331 Customer Assistance Center see CAC
D Date display, setting 147, 148 Daytime running lamp mode 120 Setting 149 Deep water see Standing water Defogging windshield Automatic climate control* (Canada only) 192 Climate control 181 Defrosting, Front Automatic climate control* (Canada only) 191 Climate control 181 Defrosting, Rear 175 Delayed shut-off Exterior lamps 151 Interior lighting 152 Department of Transportation see DOT Difficulties While driving 56 With starting 50 Digital clock see clock Digital speedometer 135
Dimensions, vehicle 438 Direction of rotation (tires) 307 Displays Digital speedometer 135 Maintenance service indicator 338 Messages in display 374 Multifunction display 130 Outside temperature 135 Symbol messages 369 Text messages 360 Vehicle status messages memory 139, 358 Distance to empty (range), Trip computer 156 Door control panel 30 Doors Entry lamps 126 Locking/unlocking, SmartKey 98 Message in display 374 Opening from inside/outside 100, 102 Remote door unlock (Tele Aid*) 272 Unlocking, Mechanical key 389
458
Index
DOT 331
Downhill driving
Cruise control 248
Drinking and driving 283
Driving
Abroad 290
Hydroplaning 287
In winter 289
Instructions 45, 283
Problems 56
Safety systems 87
Systems 247
Through standing water 290
Driving safety systems
4MATIC 92
ABS 87
BAS 88
ESP® 89
E
Easy-entry/exit feature* 42, 153
Electrical fuses see Fuses
Electrical outlet 263
Electrical system, Technical data 437
Electronic Stability Program see ESP®
Emergency calls
911 calls 237
Tele Aid* calls 267, 268, 271
Emergency operation
(Limp Home Mode) 169
Emergency operations
Fuel filler flap 391
Gear selector lever, Unlocking 392
Locking/unlocking the vehicle 389
Power tilt/sliding sunroof*,
Manual operation 393
Remote door unlock 272
Trunk lid, Releasing from inside 105
Trunk lid, Unlocking 390
Emergency Tensioning Device see ETD
Emergency, in case of
Battery, Jump starting 415
First aid kit 350, 383
Flat tire, Changing 406
Fuses 421
Hazard warning flasher 124
Instrument cluster,
Indicator lamps 350–355
Roadside Assistance 12, 268
Towing the vehicle 417
Emission control 292
Information label 428
System warranties 10
Engine
Belt layout 429
Block heater (Canada only) 337
Brake-in recommendations 282
Cleaning 343
Compartment 297
Malfunction indicator lamp 25, 352
Maximum engine speed 430
459
Index
Number 428 Starting 49 Tachometer 25 Technical data 430 Turning 59 Engine coolant see coolant Engine number 450 Engine oil 298, 442 Adding 300 Additives 442 Changing 440 Checking level (Dipstick) 299 Consumption 298 Filler neck 300 Recommended engine and oil filter 375 Viscosity 450 ESP® 89, 450 Four wheel electronic traction system with ESP® 92 Messages in display 361–362 Warning lamp 25, 354
ETD 72, 450 Safety guidelines 66 Exterior lamp switch 52, 118 Exterior rear view mirrors 43 Parking position* 172
F Fahrenheit see Temperature display mode 142 Filler neck, Engine oil 300 First aid kit 383 Flat tire 406 Jacking up the vehicle 407 Lowering the vehicle 410 Minispare wheel 386 Mounting the spare wheel 406 Preparing the vehicle 406 Flexible Service System see FSS Fluids Automatic transmission fluid 300, 440 Brake fluid 295, 442 Capacities 440
Engine coolant 295, 444 Engine oil 298, 442 Power steering fluid 441 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system* 303, 448 Fog lamps 121, 122 Message in display 377, 379 Replacing bulbs 398, 399 Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with ESP® 92 4MATIC 92 Front air bags 67 Front lamps see Headlamps Front passenger front air bag 67 Messages in display 364–367 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 27, 80, 356, 357 Front seat head restraints see Head restraints 109 FSS (Flexible Service System) (Canada vehicles) 338, 450
460
Index
Fuel 294, 443
- Additives 443
- Capacities, Fuel tank 441
- Filling the tank 294
- Fuel filler flap and cap, Multifunction display messages 352, 353, 376
- Fuel gauge 25
- Fuel reserve warning lamp 354
- Requirements, Octane rating 444
- Technical data 441, 443 Fuel consumption statistics
- After start 155
- Since last reset 156 Fuel filler flap 294
- Opening in an emergency 391 Fuel reserve warning lamp 25 Fuel tank
- Capacity 441
- Filler flap 294 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
- Capacities 440 Fuses 421
- Aids for changing fuses 421
- Fuse box (main) in passenger compartment 422
- Fuse box in engine compartment 422
- Fuse box in trunk 423
- Fuse chart 421
- Fuse extractor 421, 423
- Replacing 421
- Spare fuses 421
G Garage door opener* 273 Gasoline see Fuel GAWR 331 Gear range 450
- Automatic transmission* 166
- Limiting 166
- Shifting into optimal 169 Gear selector lever 48, 49, 161, 162
- Cleaning 347
- Lock 49
- Position indicator 163
- Position, Automatic transmission* 130, 162, 164
- Unlocking in an emergency 392 Global locking/unlocking see Key Global Positioning System see GPS Glove box 257 Good visibility 170 GPS 451 Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight see GVW GVW 332 GVWR 332
H Halogen headlamp see Headlamps Hands-free microphone 29 Hard plastic trim items, cleaning 347 Hazard warning flasher 124 Head restraints 37, 109
- Active head restraint 73, 394
- Front seat,
- Removing and installing 109
- Manual seat, Adjusting 37
- Power seat*, Adjusting 39
- Rear seat, Folding back 110
- Rear seat, Removing and installing 111
- Resetting activated head restraints 394
461
Index
Head unit Time synchronization* with 145 Headlamp cleaning system* 170, 303, 441 Headlamp shut-off delay see Delayed shut-off, Exterior lamps Headlamps Automatic headlamp mode 119 Bi-Xenon* 402, 449 Cleaning lenses 344 Halogen 400 High beam see High beam flasher High beam see High beam headlamps Low beam see Low beam headlamps Manual headlamp mode 119 Messages in display 377, 378, 379 Replacing bulbs 397 Switch 52, 59 Headliner and shelf below rear window Cleaning and care of 347 Heated seats* 113 High beam flasher 52, 122 High beam headlamps 52, 122 Indicator lamp 25 Messages in display 378 Replacing bulbs 398, 401 High mounted brake lamp 399 Hood 297 Message in display 376 Horn 23 HVAC see Climate control Hydroplaning 287
I Identification labels 428 Identification number, Vehicle (VIN) 428 Ignition 33, 49 Immobilizer 93 Indicator lamps see Lamps, indicator and warning Infant and child restraint systems see Children in the vehicle Inflation pressure see Tires, Inflation pressures Inside door handle 102 Instrument and controls see Instrument cluster Instrument cluster 24, 127, 451 Cleaning 346 Illumination brightness 127 Lamps 350, 355 Messages in display see Malfunction display messages Multifunction display 130 Instrument lighting see Instrument cluster, Illumination brightness Instruments and controls see Cockpit Interior lighting 125 Delayed shut-off 152 Interior rear view mirror 43 Antiglare positions 170 Auto-dimming mirrors* 171 Interior storage spaces see Storage compartment
462
Index
J Jack 383 Jacking up the vehicle 407 Jump starting 415
K Key, mechanical 389 Key, SmartKey Batteries 101 Battery check lamp 101 Changing batteries 396 Factory setting 100 Locking/unlocking 32, 100 Locking/unlocking, Global setting 100 Locking/unlocking, Selective setting 100 Loss of 102 Messages in display 376 Opening and closing the power windows 243 Opening and closing the tilt/sliding sunroof* 243 Positions in starter switch 33 Remote control 98 Starting the engine 48, 49 Turning off the engine 59 Unlocking, Trunk lid 102 Valet locking 106 Kickdown 165, 451 Kilopascal 332
L Labels 428 Certification 428 Emission control information 428 Emission control vacuum line routing 428 Lamp sensor Message in display 378 Lamps, exterior 398, 399 Light sensor 378 Messages in display 377, 378, 379, 380 Lamps, indicator and warning ABS 25, 350 Battery (SmartKey) 100 Brakes 25, 351 Engine diagnostics 352, 355 Engine malfunction 25, 352–353 ESP® 25, 354 Fog lamps 118 Front passenger front air bag off 27, 68 Fuel reserve 25, 354 High beam headlamps 25 Instrument cluster 350, 355 Low beam headlamps 25 Maintenance service indicator 338 Rear fog lamp 118 Seat belt telltale 25 SRS 25, 63, 355 Turn signals 25 Language, Setting 143 LATCH-type child seat anchors see Children in the vehicle Leather upholstery, Cleaning and care of 348 License plate lamps Messages in display 378 Replacing bulbs 399
463
Index
Light alloy wheels Cleaning 346 Technical data 434, 435 Light sensor see Lamp sensor Lighter see Cigarette lighter Lighting Parking lamps 118 Lighting, Exterior and interior 118 Limp Home Mode 169 Loading see Vehicle loading Loading terminology 331 Loading the vehicle 307 Locator lighting 121, 150 Locking knob 451 Loss of keys 102 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet 427 Low beam headlamps Indicator lamp 25 Messages in display 378, 379 Replacing bulbs 398, 401 Switching on 52 Lubricants 440 Technical data 440 Lumbar support* 112
M Main dimensions 438 Main fuse box In passenger compartment 422 Mainodometer 130 Maintenance 12, 338 Calling up service indicator display 339 Clearing service indicator message 339 FSS (Canada vehicles) 338 Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) 338 Resetting service indicator 340 Service indicator message 338 Service term exceeded 339 Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) 338, 451 Manual headlamp mode see Headlamps Manual seat see Seat, Manual 36 Manual transmission 160, 161 Gearshift lever 48, 161 Shift positions 161 Starting the engine 49 Maximum load rating, Tires 332 Maximum loaded vehicle weight 332 Maximum tire inflation pressure 332 MB Tex upholstery, Cleaning and care of 348 Mechanical key 389 Memory function* see Steering wheel Menus see Control system Microphone, Hands-free 29 Minispare wheel see Spare wheel Mirrors Adjusting 43 Auto-dimming* 171 Exterior rear view mirror 43 Exterior rear view mirror, Parking position* 117, 154, 172 Interior rear view mirror 43, 170 MOE tires see MOExtended system* (Canada only) MOExtended system* 411 MOExtended system* (Canada only) 320 MON 452 Motor Octane Number see MON Multicontour seats* (Canada only) 113 Multifunction display 130, 452 Changing settings see Control system menus and Control system submenus
464
Index
Multifunction display messages ABS 360 Brake fluid 370 Brake lamps 377 Brake pads 370 Coolant 371, 372, 373 Cruise control 374 Display 374 Door 374 Engine coolant 371, 372, 373 Engine oil 375 ESP® 361, 362 Fog lamps 377, 379 Front passenger front air bag 364, 367 Fuel cap 352, 376 Headlamps 378, 379 Hood 376 Key, SmartKey 376 Lamps, exterior 377–380 Parking brake 370 Parking lamp 379 Seat belt system 381 SRS 363 Steering gear oil 381
Tele Aid* 382 Telephone* 382 Tilt/sliding sunroof* 382 Trunk 382 Turn signals 380 Windshield washer fluid 382 Multifunction steering wheel 26, 131, 452 Button operation 131
N Navigation system* 138 See separate COMAND* operating instructions Net, parcel 258 Neutral gear position, Automatic transmission* 162 Neutral gear position, Manual transmission 161 New vehicle break-in 282 Night security illumination 121 Setting 151 Normal occupant weight 332 Number, vehicle identification (VIN) 428
O Occupant Classification System see OCS Occupant distribution 332 Occupant safety 62 Air bags 63 Children and air bags 64 Children in the vehicle 74 Fastening the seat belt 45 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 80, 356 Infant and child restraint systems 74 LATCH-type child seat anchors 83 OCS 77 Seat belts 45, 66 OCS 77, 452 Self-test 81 Odometer 130 Oil level see Engine oil level, Checking oil level Oil see Engine oil One-touch gearshifting (Automatic transmission*) 168 Canceling gear range limit 169 Downshifting 169 Upshifting 169
465
Index
Operating safety 199 Ornamental moldings, Cleaning 344 Outside temperature see Displays Overhead control panel 29 Overspeed range, engine 452
P Paintwork, Cleaning 342 Panic alarm* 86 Parcel net In front passenger footwell 258 Parking 57, 285 Parking brake 50, 58 Engaging 58 Message in display 370 Releasing 50 Parking lamps Messages in display 379 Replacing bulbs 398 Parking position* Exterior rear view mirrors 117, 154, 172 Parts service 426
Passenger compartment 290 Interior lighting 125 Interior rear view mirror 43 Main fuse box in 422 Parcel net in front passenger footwell 258 Passenger safety see Occupant safety Pedals 283 Phone* see Telephone* Plastic and rubber parts, Cleaning and care of 346 Poly-V-belt drive 452 Layout 429 Positions (memory function*) see Seats Power assistance 283 Power outlet in rear passenger compartment 263 Power seat* see Seats, Power* 38 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 244 Messages in display 382 Opening/closing 244 Opening/closing in an emergency 393 Opening/closing, SmartKey 243 Stopping 246 Synchronizing 246
Power train 452 Power washer 342 Power windows 240 Cleaning 345 Opening/closing 240 Rear door window, Blocking operation 85 Stopping 242 Synchronizing 242 Practical hints 350 Premium unleaded gasoline 443 Problems While driving 56 With vehicle 17 Product information 9 Production options weight 333 Program mode 130 Program mode selector switch 452 Automatic shift program, automatic transmission* 167 PSI 333 Push starting 415
466
Index
R Radio Operation 202, 207 Selecting stations (Control system) 136 Radio transmitters 291 Range (distance to empty) 156 Reading lamp 125 Rear bench seat, foldable* 253 Rear door window Blocking operation 85 Rear fog lamp see Fog lamps Rear lamps see Tail lamps Rear outer seats Adjusting head restraint height 110 Rear passenger compartment Adjustable air vents 184, 197 Rear seat ashtray see Ashtray Rear seat head restraints see Head restraints Rear view mirrors see Mirrors Rear window defroster 175 Rear window sunshade* 174 Recommended tire inflation pressure 333 Recovery services, Stolen vehicle (Tele Aid*) 273 Refrigerant, Air conditioning 442 Refueling 294 Regular checks 295 Remote control, SmartKey 98 Remote door unlock (Tele Aid*) 272 Replacing bulbs Additional turn signal lamps 403 Backup lamp 404 Brake lamps 404 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 398 Fog lamps 404 Headlamps 398, 400, 402 High beam headlamps 398, 400 License plate lamps 404 Low beam headlamps 400 Parking lamps 401, 403, 404 Side marker lamps 403 Standing lamps 401, 403 Tail lamps 399, 404 Turn signal lamps 401, 403, 404 Reporting safety defects 18 Research Octane Number see RON Reset button, In the instrument cluster 127, 141 Reset tool Location 394 Residual heat utilization 197 Residual ventilation 197 Restraint system see Children in the vehicle see Infant and child restraint systems see SRS Restraint system see Infant and child restraint systems Reverse gear position, Automatic transmission* 49 Reverse gear position, Manual transmission 48 Rims 333, 432 Roadside Assistance 12 RON 453 Roof rack* 250 Rubber parts, Cleaning 346 Run Flat Indicator* (Canada only) 317
467
Index
S Safety
- Driving safety systems 87
- Occupant 62
- Reporting defects 18 Safety belts see Seat belts Satellite radio* 211 Seat belt force limiter 72 Seat belts 69
- Children in the vehicle 74
- Cleaning 347
- Fastening 45
- Height adjustment 47
- Message in display 381
- Proper use of 47, 70
- Safety guidelines 66
- Telltale 25, 381 Seat heating* 114 Seating capacity 309 Seats, 35, 109
- Heating* 113, 114
- Lumbar support* 112
- Manual 36, 109
- Memory function* (Power seats*) 115
- Multicontour seat* (Canada only) 113
- Power* 38, 109
- Rear bench seat* 253 Securing cargo 256 Selector lever see gear selector lever Self-test
- OCS 81
- Tele Aid* 266 Service and Warranty Booklet
- Loss of 427 Service and warranty information 10 Service intervals see Maintenance service indicator 338 Service life (tires) 305 Service see Maintenance Service system see FSS (Canada vehicles) or Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) 338 Service System see FSS Service, Parts 426 Settings
- Control system menus and submenus 133, 134
- Date 147, 148
- Factory, SmartKey 100
- Individual, SmartKey 100
- Individual, Vehicle 140
- Lighting (control system) 149
- Memory function* 115
- Menus and submenus 132
- Resetting all (control system) 140
- Selective, SmartKey 100
- Time 145, 146 Shelf below rear window, cleaning 347 Shift lever position indicator 130, 163 Shift lock 453 Shift program mode, Automatic transmission* 130 Shifting
- Automatic transmission* 49, 162
- Into optimal gear range (automatic transmission*) 169
- Into reverse (manual transmission) 161
- Manual transmission 48, 161 Side impact air bags (front and rear*) 68 Side marker lamps
- Cleaning lenses 344
- Messages in display 377
- Replacing bulbs 403 Side windows see Power windows
468
Index
Sidewall 333 Ski sack* (Canada only) 250, 252, 253 SmartKey see Key, SmartKey Snow chains 337 Sound system* 204 Spare fuses 421 Spare wheel 436 Bolts 388 Mounting 406 Speed settings Cruise control 249 Speedometer 25, 143 Split rear bench seat* 253 SRS 70, 453 Indicator lamp 25, 355 Message in display 363 Standing lamps Replacing bulbs 398, 399 Standing water, Driving through 290 Starter switch 23, 33 Positions 33 Starting difficulties, Engine 50 Steering column 40, 41 Easy entry/exit feature* 42 Steering gear oil Message in display 381 Steering wheel 40 Buttons 26 Cleaning 347 Electrical adjustment* 41 Manual adjustment 40 Stolen vehicle Recovery services 273 Storage compartments Armrest 258 Cup holder 259 Glove box 257 Parcel net in front passenger footwell 258 Storing (memory function*) Positions into memory 116 Storing tires 306 Submenus see Control system submenus Substitute lamps Bulbs 397 Summer opening feature 243 Sun visors 173 Sunshade* 174 Supplemental Restraint System see SRS Symbols used in this operator's manual 15 T Tachometer 25, 129 Overspeed range 129 Tail lamps Cleaning 344 Messages in display 379 Replacing bulbs 399, 403 Tar stains 342 Technical data Air conditioning refrigerant 442 Brake fluid 442 Coolant 440, 441, 444 Electrical system 437 Engine 430 Engine oil additives 442 Engine oils 442 Fuel requirements 444 Fuels 440, 441 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc 440 Gasoline additives 443 Lubricants 440 Premium unleaded gasoline 443 Rims and tires 432 Weights 439
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Index
Windshield washer 441 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning* system 441, 448 Tele Aid* 265, 271, 453 Emergency calls 267 Hands-free microphone 29 Information 270 Initiating an emergency call manually 268 Message in display 382 Remote door unlock 272 Roadside Assistance 268 SOS button 268 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 273 System self-check 266 Telematics* 454 Telephone* 26, 264 Answering/ending a call 158 Hands-free microphone 29 Message in display 382 Operation 157, 225 Phone book 158 Redialing 159
Temperature Display mode 135 Interior temperature 180 Temperature,Tires 315 Tether attachment points, see Children in the vehicle Tie-down rings*, Trunk 256 Tightening torque, Wheel bolts 410, 454 Tilt/sliding sunroof* see Power tilt/sliding sunroof* Time 145 TIN 333 Tire and Loading Information Placard 308 Tire and loading Information Terminology 331 Tires 304, 432 Air pressure 331 Care and maintenance 305 Chains 337 Cleaning 306, 342 Direction of rotation 307 Driving instructions 286 Important notes, Tire inflation pressure 315 Inflation pressure 296, 314, 316 Information Placard 308 Inspection 305 Load rating 333 MOExtended system* (Canada only) 320, 411 Ply composition and material used 333 Problems under-/overinflation 319 Retreads 304 Rims and tires 432 Rotating 335 Run Flat Indicator* (Canada only) 317 Service life 305 Sizes 432 Speed rating 288, 323, 333 Temperature 315, 330 Terminology 331 Tire Identification Number see TIN Traction 287 Tread 334 Tread depth 306, 336 Treadwear indicators 334 Vehicle maximum load on 334 Wear pattern 335 Winter 336
470
Index
Tools 383 Top tether, see Children in the vehicle Tow-away alarm* 95 Towing eye bolt 420 Towing the vehicle 417 Traction 168, 334 Transmission gear selector lever see Gear selector lever Transmission see Automatic* or Manual transmission Traveling abroad 290 Tread 334 Tread depth 306, 336 Treadwear indicators 334 Trip computer 155 Trip odometer 128 Trunk Closing the lid 104 Fuse box 423 Lamp 126 Message in display 382 Opening 102, 103, 104 Tie-down rings 256 Trunk emergency release 105 Unlocking in an emergency 105 Turn signal lamps Messages in display 380 Replacing bulbs 398, 399 Turn signals 53 Additional in mirrors 398 Bulbs 398, 399 Cleaning lenses 344 Indicator lamps 25 Turning off engine 59 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 334 Units, Setting Speedometer 143 Upholstery, Cleaning 348 Useful features 257 V Vacuum line routing diagram label 428 Valet locking 106 Vehicle Battery 412 Breaking-in the vehicle 282 Care 341 Dimensions 438 Individual settings 140, 142 Locking/unlocking 108 Locking/unlocking in an emergency 389, 390 Lowering 410 Modifications and alterations, Operating safety 16 Towing 417 Washing 342, 343 Weights 439 Vehicle capacity weight 334 Vehicle Identification Number see VIN Vehicle jack 385 Vehicle lighting 296 Vehicle loading Cargo tie-down rings* 256 Instructions 255, 307 Load limit 439 Roof rack* 250 Split rear bench seat* 253 Terminology 331 Vehicle maximum load on the tire 334 Vehicle recovery services, Stolen (Tele Aid*) 265 Vehicle status message memory 138
471
Index
Vehicle tool kit 383
VIN 428, 454
Voice control system*,
Hands-free microphone 29
see separate operating instructions
W
Warning lamps see Lamps, indicator and warning
Warning sounds
Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt 71
Parking brake 51
Seat belt telltale 355
Warranty coverage 10, 427
Washer fluid see Windshield washer fluid
Washer reservoir level 296
Washing the vehicle 341
Wear pattern (tires) 335
Weights, Vehicle 439
Wheel
Bolts 388
Change 410
Removing 408
Spare 384, 386, 436
Tightening torque 410
Wheels, Tires 304
Window curtain air bags 68
Windows see Power windows
Windshield
Cleaning 345
Defogging 181, 192
Replacing wiper blades 405
Washer fluid 303, 448
Washer system 448
Windshield washer fluid 448
Message in display 382
Mixing ratio 448
Refilling 303
Wiping with 55
Windshield washer system 448
Windshield wipers 53
Cleaning 345
Replacing wiper blades 405
Winter driving 336
Block heater (Canada only) 337
Snow chains 337
Tires 336
Winter driving instructions 289
Winter tires 336
Wiper blades
Cleaning 345
Replacing 405
Wood trims, Cleaning 348
X
Xenon headlamps* see Headlamps
472
Service and Literature
Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to service your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service, see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
If you are interested in obtaining service literature for your vehicle, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. We consider this the best way for you to obtain accurate information for your vehicle.
For further information you can find us on the Mercedes-Benz web-site www.mbusa.com or www.mercedes-benz.ca.
Warning!
To help avoid personal injury, be extremely careful when performing any service work or repairs. Improper or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts or materials may damage the vehicle or its equipment, which may in turn result in personal injury.
If you have questions about carrying out any type of service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this Operator’s Manual. Reprinting, translation and copying, even of excerpts, is not permitted without our prior authorization in writing.
Title illustration no. P00.01-2840-31
Press time May 10, 2005
GSP/TIP
Printed in Germany
