Driving and parking. Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 BlueEFFICIENCY, 2013 CLS Coupe, 2013, CLS, CLS Series

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Useful information i This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's

Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described. This also applies to safetyrelated systems and functions.

i Read the information on qualified specialist workshops: ( Y page 24).

After 1,000 miles (1,500 km), you can increase the engine speed gradually and accelerate the vehicle to full speed.

Additional breaking-in notes for AMG vehicles:

R Do not drive faster than 85 mph

(140 km/h) for the first 1000 miles

(1500 km).

Only allow the engine to reach a maximum engine speed of 4500 rpm briefly.

Change gear in good time.

i You should also observe these notes on running in if the engine or parts of the drive train on your vehicle have been replaced.

i Always observe the respective speed limits.

Breaking-in notes

Important safety notes

New and replaced brake pads and discs only reach their optimum braking effect after several hundred kilometers of driving.

Compensate for this by applying greater force to the brake pedal.

The first 1,000 miles (1,500 km)

The more you look after the engine when it is new, the more satisfied you will be with its performance in the future.

R You should therefore drive at varying vehicle and engine speeds for the first

1,000 miles (1,500 km).

Avoid heavy loads, e.g. driving at full throttle, during this period.

Change gear in good time, before the tachometer needle is Ô of the way to the red area of the tachometer.

Do not manually shift to a lower gear to brake the vehicle.

If possible, do not depress the accelerator pedal past the point of resistance

(kickdown).

R Only select shift ranges 3, 2 or 1 when driving slowly, e.g. in mountainous terrain.

AMG vehicles with rear axle locking differential

Your vehicle is equipped with a self-locking differential on the rear axle. To improve the protection of the differential on the rear axle, change the oil after a break-in distance of

2,000 miles (3,000 km). This oil change extends the service life of the differential.

Have the oil change carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

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Important safety notes

G WARNING

Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.

The operating and road safety of the vehicle is jeopardized. There is a risk of an accident.

Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter the driver's footwell. Install the floormats securely and as specified in order to ensure sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use loose floormats.

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G WARNING

Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct usage of the pedals, e.g.:

R shoes with thick soles

R shoes with high heels

R slippers

There is a risk of an accident.

Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct usage of the pedals.

G WARNING

If you switch off the ignition while driving, safety-relevant functions are only available with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect. You will require considerably more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk of an accident.

Do not switch off the ignition while driving.

G WARNING

If the parking brake has not been fully released when driving, the parking brake can:

R overheat and cause a fire

R lose its hold function.

There is a risk of fire and an accident. Release the parking brake fully before driving off.

! Warm up the engine quickly. Do not use the engine's full performance until it has reached operating temperature.

Only shift the automatic transmission to the desired drive position when the vehicle is stationary.

Where possible, avoid spinning the drive wheels when pulling away on slippery roads. You could otherwise damage the drive train.

! AMG vehicles: at low engine oil temperatures below 68 ‡ (+20 †), the maximum engine speed is restricted in order to protect the engine. To protect the engine and maintain smooth engine operation, avoid driving at full throttle when the engine is cold.

SmartKey positions

SmartKey

To remove the SmartKey

(shift the transmission to position P)

Power supply for some consumers, such as the windshield wipers

Ignition (power supply for all consumers) and drive position

To start the engine i The SmartKey can be turned in the ignition lock even if it is not the correct

SmartKey for the vehicle. The ignition is not switched on. The engine cannot be started.

KEYLESS-GO

General notes

Do not keep the KEYLESS-GO key together with:

electronic devices, e.g. a mobile phone or another key

metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal film

Do not keep the KEYLESS-GO key in metal objects, e.g. metal cases.

This can affect the functionality of

KEYLESS-GO.

Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO are equipped with a SmartKey featuring an integrated KEYLESS-

GO start function and a detachable Start/

Stop button.

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The Start/Stop button must be inserted into the ignition lock and the SmartKey must be in the vehicle.

Pressing the Start/Stop button several times in succession corresponds to the different

SmartKey positions in the ignition lock. This is only the case if you are not depressing the brake pedal.

If you depress the brake pedal and press the

Start/Stop button, the engine starts immediately.

The Start/Stop button can be removed from the ignition lock. Then, you can insert the

SmartKey into the ignition lock.

i You do not have to remove the Start/Stop button from the ignition lock when you leave the vehicle. You should, however, always take the SmartKey with you when leaving the vehicle. As long as the

SmartKey is in the vehicle:

R the vehicle can be started using the

Start/Stop button and

R electrically powered equipment can be operated.

Key positions with KEYLESS-GO

X Insert Start/Stop button : into ignition lock ;.

i When you insert Start/Stop button : into ignition lock ;, the system needs approximately 2 seconds' recognition time.

You can then use Start/Stop button :.

Activating power supply

Position 0: if Start/Stop button : has not yet been pressed, this corresponds to the

SmartKey being removed from the ignition.

Position 1: press Start/Stop button :.

The power supply is switched on. You can now activate the windshield wipers, for example.

i If you then open the driver's door when in this position, the power supply is deactivated.

Switching on the ignition

X Position 2 (ignition): press Start/Stop button : twice.

The ignition is switched on.

i The ignition is switched off when:

R the driver's door is opened and

R you press Start/Stop button : once when in this position.

As soon as the ignition is switched on, all the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster light up. If an indicator lamp does not go out after starting the engine or lights up while driving, see ( Y page 257).

Start/Stop button

= USA only

Canada only

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Starting the engine

Important safety notes

G WARNING

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave the engine running in enclosed spaces without sufficient ventilation.

! Do not depress the accelerator pedal when starting the engine.

General notes

i The catalytic converter is preheated for up to 30 seconds after a cold start. The sound of the engine may change during this time.

not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child's unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

i The Start/Stop button can be used to start the vehicle manually without inserting the SmartKey into the ignition lock. The

Start/Stop button must be inserted into the ignition lock and the SmartKey must be in the vehicle. This mode for starting the engine operates independently of the ECO start/stop automatic engine start function.

X Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed.

X Press the Start/Stop button ( Y page 139) once.

The engine starts.

Automatic transmission

X Shift the transmission to position P.

The transmission position display in the multifunction display shows P.

i You can also start the engine when the transmission is in position N.

Starting procedure with the SmartKey

i To start the engine using the SmartKey instead of KEYLESS-GO, pull the Start/

Stop button out of the ignition lock.

X Turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 3 ( Y page 139) and release it as soon as the engine is running.

Using KEYLESS-GO to start the engine

G WARNING

As long as the SmartKey is in your vehicle, the vehicle can be started. Therefore, never leave children unattended in the vehicle, as they could otherwise accidentally start the engine.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the

SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Do

Pulling away

Automatic transmission

G WARNING

If the engine speed is above the idling speed and you engage transmission position D or

R, the vehicle could pull away suddenly. There is a risk of an accident.

When engaging transmission position D or R, always firmly depress the brake pedal and do not simultaneously accelerate.

! If a warning tone sounds and the

Release Park. Brake message appears in the multifunction display, the parking brake is still applied. Release the parking brake.

Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed.

Shift the transmission to position D or R.

Release the parking brake ( Y page 158).

Release the brake pedal.

X Carefully depress the accelerator pedal.

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DIRECT SELECT lever but the parking lock remains engaged.

i The vehicle locks centrally once you have pulled away. The locking knobs in the doors drop down.

You can open the doors from the inside at any time.

You can also deactivate the automatic locking feature ( Y page 222).

i Upshifts take place at higher engine speeds after a cold start. This helps the catalytic converter to reach its operating temperature more quickly.

Hill start assist

G WARNING

After a short time, hill start assist will no longer brake your vehicle and it could roll away. There is a risk of an accident and injury.

Therefore, quickly move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal. Never leave the vehicle when it is held by hill start assist.

Hill start assist helps you when pulling away forwards or in reverse on an uphill gradient.

It holds the vehicle for a short time after you have removed your foot from the brake pedal.

This gives you enough time to move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal and to depress it before the vehicle begins to roll.

X Take your foot off the brake pedal.

The vehicle is then held for about a second.

X Pull away.

Hill start assist will not function if:

R you are pulling away on a level road or on a downhill gradient.

R the transmission is in position N.

R the parking brake is applied.

R ESP ® is malfunctioning.

ECO start/stop function

Important safety notes

G WARNING

If the engine is switched off automatically and you exit the vehicle, the engine is restarted automatically. The vehicle may begin moving.

There is a risk of accident and injury.

If you wish to exit the vehicle, always turn off the ignition and secure the vehicle against rolling away.

General notes

The ECO start/stop function switches the engine off automatically when the vehicle stops moving.

The engine starts automatically when the driver wants to pull away again. The ECO start/stop function thereby helps you to reduce the fuel consumption and emissions of your vehicle.

Every time you switch on the engine using the

SmartKey or the Start/Stop button, the ECO start/stop function is activated.

AMG vehicles: the ECO start/stop function is only available in drive program C.

The system is operational when ECO symbol

¤ is shown in green in the multifunction display.

AMG vehicles: the AMG menu in the multifunction display additionally shows the

Stop/Start active message.

If conditions for automatic engine switch-off have not been fulfilled ( Y page 143), the

¤ symbol will be shown in yellow.

AMG vehicles: the AMG menu in the multifunction display additionally shows the

Stop/Start inactive message.

If the ECO start/stop function has been manually deactivated ( Y page 143) or a

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AMG vehicles: in the AMG menu on the multifunction display, the Stop/Start active or Stop/Start inactive display message disappears.

If the engine is switched off and the ¤ symbol is shown in green in the multifunction display, the engine has been switched off automatically. However, all vehicle systems remain active.

Deactivating/activating the ECO start/ stop function

ECO button

X To switch off (except AMG vehicles): press button :.

Indicator lamp ; on button : and the

¤ symbol in the multifunction display go out.

X To switch on (except AMG vehicles): press button :.

Indicator lamp ; lights up. If all conditions for automatic engine switch-off

( Y page 143) are fulfilled, the ¤ symbol is shown in green in the multifunction display.

If not all conditions for automatic engine switch-off ( Y page 143) are fulfilled, the

¤ symbol is shown in yellow in the multifunction display. If this is the case, the

ECO start/stop function is not available.

X To switch off (AMG vehicles): press button : in drive program C.

Switch to drive program S, S+ or M

( Y page 150).

Indicator lamp ; on button : and the

¤ symbol in the multifunction display go out.

The Stop/Start active or Stop/Start inactive message in the AMG menu in the multifunction display goes out.

To switch on (AMG vehicles): press button :.

Indicator lamp ; lights up. If drive program S, S+ or M is active, the automatic transmission switches to drive program C.

If all conditions for automatic engine switch-off ( Y page 143) are fulfilled, the

¤ symbol is shown in green in the multifunction display. In addition, the

Stop/Start active message is shown in the AMG menu in the multifunction display.

If conditions for automatic engine switchoff ( Y page 143) have not been fulfilled, the

¤ symbol will be shown in yellow. If this is the case, the ECO start/stop function is not available. In addition, the Stop/Start inactive message is shown in the AMG menu in the multifunction display.

i If indicator lamp ; is off, the ECO start/ stop function has been deactivated manually or as the result of a malfunction.

The engine will then not be switched off automatically when the vehicle stops.

i Every time you switch on the engine using the SmartKey or the Start/Stop button, the

ECO start/stop function is activated.

Automatic engine switch-off

Method of operation

If the vehicle is braked to a standstill in D or

N, the ECO start/stop function switches off the engine automatically.

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The ECO start/stop function is operational and the ¤ symbol is displayed in green in the multifunction display, if:

R the indicator lamp in the ECO button is lit green.

R the vehicle is stationary.

R the outside temperature is within the comfort range.

R the engine is at normal operating temperature.

R the set temperature for the vehicle interior has been reached.

R the battery is sufficiently charged.

R the system detects that the windshield is not fogged up when the air-conditioning system is switched on.

R the hood is closed.

R the driver's door is closed and the driver's seat belt is fastened.

If conditions for automatic engine switch-off have not been fulfilled, the ¤ symbol will be shown in yellow.

AMG vehicles: the AMG menu in the multifunction display additionally shows the

Stop/Start inactive message.

i If you shift the transmission from R to D, the ECO start/stop function is available again once the ¤ symbol reappears in green in the multifunction display.

i You can still activate the HOLD function when the vehicle is stationary, even if the engine has been switched off automatically. It is then not necessary to continue applying the brakes during the automatic stop phase. When you depress the accelerator pedal, the engine starts automatically and the braking effect of the

HOLD function is deactivated. Depress the accelerator pedal carefully, as the engine must be started first.

i During automatic engine switch-off, the climate control system only operates at a reduced capacity. If you require full climate control capacity, the ECO start/stop function can be deactivated by pressing the

ECO button ( Y page 143).

Automatic engine start

The engine starts automatically if:

R you switch off the ECO start/stop function by pressing the ECO button.

R you release the brakes when in transmission position D or N and when the

HOLD function is not active.

R you depress the accelerator pedal.

R you engage reverse gear R.

R you move the transmission out of position

R you switch to drive program S, S+ or M

(AMG vehicles).

R you unfasten your seat belt or open the driver's door.

R the vehicle starts to roll.

R the brake system requires this.

R the temperature in the vehicle interior deviates from the set range.

R the system detects moisture on the windshield when the air-conditioning system is switched on.

R the charge level of the battery is too low.

i Shifting the transmission to position P does not start the engine.

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Problems with the engine

Problem

The engine does not start. The starter motor can be heard.

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

There is a malfunction in the engine electronics.

There is a malfunction in the fuel supply.

Before attempting to start the engine again, turn the SmartKey in the ignition back to position 0 or press the Start/Stop button repeatedly until all indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out.

Try to start the engine again ( Y page 141). Avoid excessively long and frequent attempts to start the engine as these will drain the battery.

If the engine does not start after several attempts:

X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

The engine does not start. You cannot hear the starter motor.

The on-board voltage is too low because the battery is too weak or discharged.

X Jump-start the vehicle ( Y page 317).

If the engine does not start despite attempts to jump-start it:

X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

The starter motor was exposed to a thermal load that was too high.

Allow the starter motor to cool down for approximately two minutes.

Try to start the engine again.

If the engine still does not start:

X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

The engine is not running smoothly and is misfiring.

The coolant temperature gauge shows a value above

248 ‡ (120 †).

There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or in a mechanical component of the engine management system.

Only depress the accelerator pedal slightly.

Have the cause rectified immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.

Otherwise, non-combusted fuel may get into the catalytic converter and damage it.

The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine is no longer being cooled sufficiently.

Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant to cool down.

Check the coolant level ( Y page 300). Observe the warning notes as you do so and add coolant if necessary.

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Important safety notes

G WARNING

If the engine speed is above the idling speed and you engage transmission position D or

R, the vehicle could pull away suddenly. There is a risk of an accident.

When engaging transmission position D or R, always firmly depress the brake pedal and do not simultaneously accelerate.

G WARNING

The automatic transmission switches to neutral position N when you switch off the engine. The vehicle may roll away. There is a risk of an accident.

After switching off the engine, always switch to parking position P. Prevent the parked vehicle from rolling away by applying the parking brake.

Selector lever

Overview of transmission positions

Transmission position and drive program display

! If the transmission position display in the multifunction display is not working, you should pull away carefully to check whether the desired transmission position is engaged. Ideally, you should select transmission position D and drive program

C. Do not restrict the shift range.

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Transmission position display

Drive program display

The current position of the selector lever is shown by the indicators next to the selector lever.

The indicators light up when the SmartKey is inserted into the ignition lock. The indicators go out when the SmartKey is removed from the ignition lock.

DIRECT SELECT lever

Overview of transmission positions

Selector lever in AMG vehicles with P button j

Park position with parking lock k i h

Reverse gear

Neutral

Drive

Park position with parking lock

Reverse gear

Neutral

Drive

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The DIRECT SELECT lever is on the right of the steering column.

i The DIRECT SELECT lever always returns to its original position. The current transmission position P, R, N or D appears in the transmission position display

( Y page 146) in the multifunction display.

Transmission position and drive program display

E or S. Do not restrict the shift range.

i The automatic transmission shifts into park position P automatically:

R if you open the driver's door while the vehicle is stationary in transmission position D or R

R if you open the door while traveling at very low speeds in transmission position

D or R

HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS: if the vehicle is braked using the HOLD function or

DISTRONIC PLUS, the automatic transmission shifts automatically to transmission position P. In addition, at least one of the following conditions must be fulfilled:

R the engine is switched off.

R the driver's door is open and the seat belt is not in the buckle.

Engaging park position P in AMG vehicles

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Transmission position display

Drive program display

The current transmission position and drive program appear in the multifunction display.

i The arrows in the transmission position display show how and into which transmission positions you can change using the DIRECT SELECT lever.

Engaging park position P

! If the engine speed is too high or the vehicle is moving, do not shift the automatic transmission directly from D to

R, from R to D or directly to P. The automatic transmission could otherwise be damaged.

X Push the DIRECT SELECT lever in the direction of arrow P.

X When the vehicle is stationary, press P button :.

Engaging reverse gear R

! Only shift the automatic transmission to

R when the vehicle is stationary.

When the vehicle is stationary, depress the brake pedal.

Push the DIRECT SELECT lever up past the first point of resistance.

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Shifting to neutral N

G WARNING

When leaving the SmartKey in the starter switch, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle. It is possible for children to switch on the ignition which could result in unsupervised use of vehicle equipment.

Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

When the vehicle is stationary, depress the brake pedal.

Push the DIRECT SELECT lever up or down to the first point of resistance.

If the engine has been switched off, the automatic transmission automatically shifts to N.

If the automatic transmission is to remain in neutral N, e.g. for washing the vehicle in car washes with a towing device, please observe the following instructions:

Using the SmartKey:

R make sure that the ignition is switched on.

R when the vehicle is stationary, depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed.

R shift to neutral N.

R release the brake pedal.

R if the parking brake is engaged, release it.

R switch off the ignition and leave the

SmartKey in the ignition lock.

Using KEYLESS-GO:

R make sure that the ignition is switched on.

R when the vehicle is stationary, depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed.

R engage park position P.

R release the brake pedal.

R remove the Start/Stop button from the ignition lock.

R insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.

R switch on the ignition.

R depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed.

R shift to neutral N.

R release the brake pedal.

R if the parking brake is engaged, release it.

R switch off the ignition and leave the

SmartKey in the ignition lock.

Engaging drive position D

X When the vehicle is stationary, depress the brake pedal.

X Push the DIRECT SELECT lever down past the first point of resistance.

Transmission positions

B Park position

Do not shift the transmission into position P ( Y page 157) unless the vehicle is stationary. The parking lock should not be used as a brake when parking. In addition to engaging the parking lock, you must always apply the parking brake to secure the vehicle.

If the vehicle electronics are malfunctioning, the transmission may be locked in position P.

Have the vehicle electronics checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.

C Reverse gear

Only shift the transmission to R when the vehicle is stationary.

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A Neutral

Do not shift the transmission to N while driving. The transmission could otherwise be damaged.

No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive wheels.

Releasing the brakes will allow you to move the vehicle freely, e.g. to push it or tow it.

If ESP ® is deactivated or faulty: only shift the transmission to position N if the vehicle is in danger of skidding, e.g. on icy roads.

! Rolling in neutral N can damage the drive train.

7 Drive

The automatic transmission changes gear automatically. All forward gears are available.

Kickdown

Use kickdown for maximum acceleration.

X Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point.

The transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed.

X Ease off the accelerator pedal once the desired speed is reached.

The automatic transmission shifts back up.

Rocking the vehicle free

Rocking the vehicle free by shifting back and forth between transmission positions D and

R can help to free a vehicle that has become stuck in mud or snow. The engine management system of the vehicle limits shifting back and forth between transmission positions D and R to a maximum speed of

5 mph (9 km/h). To shift back and forth between transmission positions D and R, move the selector lever up and down beyond the pressure point.

Changing gear

The automatic transmission shifts to the individual gears automatically when it is in transmission position D. This automatic gearshifting behavior is determined by:

R a shift range restriction, if selected

R the selected drive program ( Y page 149)

R the position of the accelerator pedal

R the road speed

Program selector button

General notes

Driving tips

AMG vehicles

When shifting down, the double-clutch function is active regardless of the currently selected drive program. The double-clutch function reduces load change reactions and is conducive to a sporty driving style. The sound generated by the double-clutch function depends on the drive program selected.

Program selector button on all models except AMG vehicles

X Press program selector button : repeatedly until the letter for the desired gearshift program appears in the multifunction display.

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The program selector button allows you to choose between different driving characteristics.

E Economy

S Sport

Comfortable, economical driving

Sporty driving style i For further information on the automatic drive program, see ( Y page 150).

i The automatic transmission shifts to automatic drive program E each time the engine is started.

AMG vehicles

i For further information on the automatic drive program, see ( Y page 150).

Only change from automatic drive program C,

S or S+ to manual drive program M when the vehicle is stationary.

i The automatic transmission shifts to automatic drive program C each time the engine is started.

i RS cannot be selected during normal driving. For further information on RACE

START, see ( Y page 179).

Steering wheel paddle shifters

Drive program selector with manual drive program

X Turn drive program selector : until the desired drive program appears in the multifunction display in the speedometer.

The drive program indicator on drive program selector : lights up in red.

C Controlled

Efficiency

Comfortable, economical driving

S Sport Sporty driving style

S+ SportPlus Extremely sporty driving style

M Manual

RS RACE

START

Manual gear shifting

Optimal vehicle acceleration from a standstill

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Left-hand steering wheel paddle shifter

Right-hand steering wheel paddle shifter

In the automatic drive program, you can restrict or expand the shift range by using the steering wheel paddle shifters ( Y page 151).

i You can only change gear with the steering wheel paddle shifters when the transmission is in position D.

Automatic drive program

Drive program E (drive program C on AMG vehicles) is characterized by the following:

R comfort-oriented engine and automatic transmission settings

R optimal fuel consumption resulting from the automatic transmission shifting up sooner

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R the vehicle pulling away more gently in forward and reverse gears, unless the accelerator pedal is depressed fully

R increased sensitivity. This improves driving stability on slippery road surfaces, for example

R the automatic transmission shifting up sooner. This results in the vehicle being driven at lower engine speeds and the wheels being less likely to spin

Drive program S (drive programs S and S+ on

AMG vehicles) is characterized by the following:

R sporty engine and automatic transmission settings

R the vehicle pulling away in first gear

R the automatic transmission shifting up later

R the fuel consumption possibly being higher as a result of the later automatic transmission shift points

Shift ranges

Introduction

i On AMG vehicles and vehicles with

steering wheel paddle shifters, you can restrict or derestrict the shift range using the steering wheel paddle shifters.

When the automatic transmission is in position D, it is possible to restrict or expand the shift range ( Y page 151).

The shift range selected is shown in the multifunction display. The automatic transmission shifts only as far as the selected gear.

Shift range:

= You can use the engine's braking effect.

5 To use the braking effect of the engine on downhill gradients and for driving:

R on steep mountain roads

R in mountainous terrain

R in arduous conditions

4 To use the braking effect of the engine on extremely steep downhill gradients and on long downhill stretches

Restricting the shift range

X Pull the left-hand steering wheel paddle shifter.

The automatic transmission shifts down one gear and restricts the shift range to the relevant gear.

i If the engine exceeds the maximum engine speed when shifting down, the automatic transmission protects against engine damage by not shifting down.

i If the maximum engine speed for the shift range is reached and you continue to accelerate, the automatic transmission shifts up, even if the shift range is restricted. This prevents the engine from overrevving.

Derestricting the shift range

X Pull the right-hand steering wheel paddle shifter.

The shift range is derestricted.

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Clearing the shift range restriction

X Pull and hold the right-hand steering wheel paddle shifter until D is shown again in the multifunction display.

The automatic transmission shifts from the current shift range directly to D.

reached, the fuel supply is cut to prevent the engine from overrevving. Always make sure that the engine speed does not reach the red area of the tachometer. There is otherwise a risk of engine damage.

X Pull the right-hand steering wheel paddle shifter.

The automatic transmission shifts up to the next gear.

Selecting the ideal shift range

X Pull the left-hand steering wheel paddle shifter and hold it in position.

The automatic transmission shifts to the gear which allows optimum acceleration and deceleration. To do this, the automatic transmission shifts down one or more gears.

Manual drive program

Switching on the manual drive program

X Turn the drive program selector

( Y page 150) until M appears in the multifunction display.

The indicator M on the drive program selector lights up in red.

The manual drive program is only available for

AMG vehicles.

Manual drive program M is different from drive programs S and S+ with regard to spontaneity, responsiveness and smoothness of gear changes.

Manual drive program M can be selected using the drive program selector. In manual drive program M, you can change gear using the steering wheel paddle shifters if the transmission is in position D. The gear currently selected and engaged is shown in the multifunction display.

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Gear indicator

Upshift indicator

Before the engine speed reaches the red area, an upshift indicator will be shown in the multifunction display.

Downshifting

X Pull the left-hand steering wheel paddle shifter.

The automatic transmission shifts down to the next gear.

i If you brake the vehicle or stop without shifting down, the automatic transmission will shift down to a gear that will allow the vehicle to accelerate or pull away again.

i For maximum acceleration, pull the lefthand steering wheel paddle shifter until the transmission selects the optimum gear for the current speed.

Upshifting

! In manual drive program M, the automatic transmission does not shift up automatically even when the engine limiting speed for the current gear is reached. When the engine limiting speed is

Kickdown

i Kickdown is not possible in manual drive program M.

Switching off the manual drive program

X Turn the drive program selector

( Y page 150) until C, S or S+ appears in the multifunction display.

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Refueling

Problems with the transmission

Problem

The transmission has problems shifting gear.

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

The transmission is losing oil.

X Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately.

The acceleration ability is deteriorating.

The transmission no longer changes gear.

The transmission is in emergency mode.

It is only possible to shift into second gear and reverse gear.

Stop the vehicle.

Shift the transmission to position P.

Switch off the engine.

Wait at least ten seconds before restarting the engine.

Shift the transmission to position D or R.

If D is selected, the transmission shifts into second gear; if R is selected, the transmission shifts into reverse gear.

Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately.

Refueling

Important safety notes

G WARNING

Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.

It burns violently and can cause serious personal injury.

Never allow sparks, flames or smoking materials near gasoline.

Turn off the engine before refueling.

Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid inhaling fumes and any skin or clothing contact.

Direct skin contact with fuels and the inhalation of fuel vapors are damaging to your health.

G WARNING

Overfilling of the fuel tank may create pressure in the system which could cause a gas discharge. This could cause the gasoline to spray back out when removing the fuel pump nozzle, which could cause personal injury.

! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a gasoline engine. Even small amounts of the wrong fuel result in damage to the fuel system and engine.

! Do not switch on the ignition if you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel.

Otherwise, the fuel will enter the fuel lines.

Notify a qualified specialist workshop and have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained completely.

! Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the fuel system.

! Take care not to spill any fuel on painted surfaces. You could otherwise damage the paintwork.

! Use a filter when refueling from a fuel can.

Otherwise, the fuel lines and/or injection system could be blocked by particles from the fuel can.

Further information on fuel and on fuel grades can be found in the "Fuel" section

( Y page 366).

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Refueling

Opening/closing the fuel filler flap

;

To open the fuel filler flap

To insert the fuel filler cap

Tire pressure table

Fuel type to be used

The fuel filler flap is unlocked or locked automatically when you open or close the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-

GO.

The position of the fuel filler cap is displayed

8 in the instrument cluster. The arrow next to the filling pump indicates the side of the vehicle.

Opening

Switch off the engine.

Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.

X KEYLESS-GO: open the driver’s door.

This corresponds to key position 0:

"SmartKey removed".

The driver’s door can be closed again.

X Press the fuel filler flap in the direction of arrow :.

The fuel filler flap opens slightly.

Open the fuel filler flap fully.

Turn the fuel filler flap counter-clockwise and remove it.

X insert the fuel filler cap into the holder on the inside of fuel filler flap ;

X Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel pump nozzle into the tank and refuel.

X Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle switches off.

i Do not add any more fuel after the pump stops filling for the first time. Otherwise, fuel may leak out.

Closing

Replace the cap on the filler neck and turn clockwise until it engages audibly.

Close the fuel filler flap.

i Close the fuel filler flap before locking the vehicle. Otherwise, the locking pin of the central locking prevents the fuel filler flap from closing.

i The 8 reserve fuel light flashes if you are driving with the fuel filler cap open. In addition, the ; Check Engine warning lamp may light up. A message appears in the multifunction display ( Y page 242).

For further information on warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster, see ( Y page 264).

Fuel filler flap emergency release

X open the trunk lid.

Slide down the parcel net.

Open the right-hand side trim panel.

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Remove the first-aid kit ( Y page 312).

Detach the emergency release from retainer :.

Pull the emergency release in the direction of arrow ;.

The fuel filler flap is unlocked.

Open the fuel filler flap.

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Problems with fuel and the fuel tank

Problem

Fuel is leaking from the vehicle.

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

G Risk of explosion or fire

The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty.

Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove it immediately ( Y page 139).

Do not restart the engine under any circumstances.

X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

The fuel filler flap cannot be opened.

The fuel filler flap is not unlocked.

The SmartKey battery is discharged.

Unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key ( Y page 76).

Open the trunk lid or the tailgate.

open the trunk lid.

X Manually unlock the fuel filler flap using the emergency release

( Y page 155).

The fuel filler flap is unlocked, but the opening mechanism is jammed.

X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

Parking

Important safety notes

G WARNING

If flammable materials such as leaves, grass or twigs are exposed to prolonged contact to parts of the exhaust system that heat up, they could ignite. There is a risk of fire.

Park the vehicle so that no flammable materials come into contact with parts of the vehicle which are hot. Take particular care not to park on dry grassland or harvested grain fields.

G WARNING

Do not switch off the ignition while driving.

G WARNING

If you leave children unsupervised in the vehicle, they could set it in motion by, for example:

R releasing the parking brake

R shifting the automatic transmission out of the parking position P

R starting the engine.

They could also operate the vehicle's equipment. There is a risk of an accident and injury.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the

SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.

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! A moving vehicle can lead to damage to the vehicle or damage to the drive train.

Switching off the engine

Important safety notes

G WARNING

The automatic transmission switches to neutral position N when you switch off the engine. The vehicle may roll away. There is a risk of an accident.

After switching off the engine, always switch to parking position P. Prevent the parked vehicle from rolling away by applying the parking brake.

Vehicles with automatic transmission

Apply the parking brake firmly.

All vehicles (except AMG vehicles): shift the transmission to position P.

Using KEYLESS-GO

X Press the Start/Stop button ( Y page 139).

The engine stops and all the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out.

i When the driver's door is closed, this corresponds to SmartKey position 1. When the driver's door is open, it corresponds to

SmartKey position 0 or "SmartKey removed".

i If you use the Start/Stop button to switch off the engine, the automatic transmission shifts to N automatically. If you then open one of the front doors, the automatic transmission shifts to P.

i The engine can be turned off while the vehicle is in motion by pressing and holding the Start/Stop button for about three seconds. This function operates independently from the ECO start/stop automatic engine switch-off function.

Selector lever in AMG vehicles with P button

X AMG vehicles: press P button :.

Using the SmartKey

X Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove it.

The immobilizer is activated.

i If you turn off the engine with the

SmartKey and then remove it from the ignition lock or open a front door, the automatic transmission shifts to P automatically.

Parking brake

G WARNING

If you must brake the vehicle with the parking brake, the braking distance is considerably longer and the wheels could lock. There is an increased danger of skidding and accidents.

Only use the parking brake to brake the vehicle when the service brake is faulty. Do not apply the parking brake too firmly. If the wheels lock, release the parking brake until the wheels begin turning again.

G WARNING

If you leave children unsupervised in the vehicle, they could set it in motion by, for example:

R releasing the parking brake

R shifting the automatic transmission out of the parking position P

R starting the engine.

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They could also operate the vehicle's equipment. There is a risk of an accident and injury.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the

SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.

If you brake the vehicle with the parking brake, the brake lamps will not light up.

X To apply: depress parking brake ; firmly.

When the engine is running, the $ (USA only) or J (Canada only) indicator lamp lights up in the instrument cluster.

To release: depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed.

Pull release handle :.

When the ignition is switched on or the engine is running, the $ (USA only) or

J (Canada only) indicator lamp goes out in the instrument cluster.

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Important safety notes

G WARNING

Always remember that you must concentrate primarily on driving the vehicle. The driver's concentration must always be directed primarily at road traffic. For your own safety and that of others, we recommend that you stop the vehicle at a safe place and in accordance with the traffic conditions before making or accepting a phone call.

Comply with all legal requirements if you use the telephone while driving. Use the handsfree system and only use the telephone when road, weather and traffic conditions permit. In some jurisdictions, it is forbidden for drivers to use mobile phones while driving.

Only operate the audio system or COMAND

(Cockpit Management and Data System) in compliance with all legal requirements and when the road, weather and traffic conditions permit. You may otherwise not be able to observe the traffic conditions, endangering yourself and others.

Remember that your vehicle covers a distance of 44 ft (approximately 14 m) a second when it is traveling at only 30 mph (approximately

50 km/h).

Parking the vehicle for a long period

If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than four weeks, the battery may be damaged by exhaustive discharging.

If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than six weeks, the vehicle may suffer damage as a result of lack of use.

X Visit a qualified specialist workshop and seek advice.

i You can obtain information about trickle chargers from a qualified specialist workshop.

Drive sensibly – save fuel

Observe the following tips to save fuel:

X The tires should always be inflated to the recommended tire pressure.

Remove unnecessary loads.

Remove roof racks when they are not needed.

Warm up the engine at low engine speeds.

Avoid frequent acceleration or braking.

Have all maintenance work carried out as indicated by the service intervals in the

Maintenance Booklet or by the service interval display.

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Fuel consumption also increases when driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic and in mountainous terrain.

Drinking and driving

G WARNING

Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs and driving are very dangerous combinations.

Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes, perceptions and judgment.

The possibility of a serious or even fatal accident are greatly increased when you drink or take drugs and drive.

Do not drink or take drugs and drive or allow anyone to drive who has been drinking or taking drugs.

Pedals

G WARNING

Make sure absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedals' range of movement.

Keep the driver's footwell clear of all obstacles. If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell, make sure that the pedals still have sufficient clearance.

During sudden driving or braking maneuvers, the objects could get caught between the pedals. You could then no longer brake or accelerate. This could lead to accidents and injury.

Exhaust check

G WARNING

Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and possible death.

Do not run the engine in confined areas (such as a garage) which are not properly ventilated.

If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving, have the cause determined and corrected immediately. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with at least one window fully open at all times.

Certain engine systems are designed to keep the level of poisonous components in exhaust fumes within legal limits.

These systems only work at peak efficiency if they are serviced exactly in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. Only have work on the engine carried out by qualified and authorized Mercedes-Benz technicians.

The engine settings must not be changed under any circumstances. Furthermore, all specific service work must be carried out at regular intervals and in accordance with the

Mercedes-Benz service requirements. Details can be found in the Maintenance Booklet.

ECO display

Rolling with the engine switched off

G WARNING

There is no power assistance for the steering and the brake when the engine is not running.

Steering and braking requires significantly more effort and you could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident as a result.

Do not turn off the engine while the vehicle is in motion.

Example: ECO display

The ECO display gives you information on how economical your driving style is. The ECO display assists you in achieving the optimum driving style in terms of consumption, taking the actual and selected conditions into consideration. Your driving style can

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The ECO display consists of three bars:

Acceleration

R Constant

Coasting

The percent value is the average value of the three bars. The three bars and the mean value begin at the value of 50%. A higher percentage indicates a more economical driving style.

The ECO display does not provide any information on the actual consumption. A fixed percentage count in the ECO display does not indicate a fixed consumption figure in l/100 km.

Apart from driving style, consumption is dependent on many factors such as, e.g.:

R Load

Tire pressure

R Cold start

Choice of route

R Electrical consumers switched on

These factors are not taken into consideration by the ECO display.

The evaluation of your driving style is carried out using the following three categories:

Acceleration (evaluation of all acceleration)

The bar fills up:

Moderate acceleration, especially at high speeds

The bar empties:

Sporty acceleration

Constant (evaluation of driving style at any time)

The bar fills up:

Constant speed and avoidance of unnecessary acceleration and deceleration

The bar empties:

Speed variations

Coasting (evaluation of total deceleration)

The bar fills up:

Drive with care and remove your foot from the accelerator pedal in good time: the vehicle can coast without braking

The bar empties:

Frequent braking i An economical driving style specially requires driving at moderate engine speeds.

Achieving a higher value in the categories

"Acceleration" and "Constant":

R observe the gearshift recommendations.

R drive in drive program E.

i On longer journeys, e.g. on highways, the only the bar in the "Constant" category changes.

i The ECO display calculates the driving style from the start of the journey to the end. For this reason, the bars change dynamically at the beginning of the journey.

On longer journeys, there are fewer changes. For more dynamic changes, carry out a manual reset.

Further information on the ECO display

( Y page 213).

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Braking

Important safety notes

G WARNING

If you shift down on a slippery road surface in an attempt to increase the engine's braking effect, the drive wheels could lose their grip.

There is an increased danger of skidding and accidents.

Do not shift down for additional engine braking on a slippery road surface.

Heavy and light loads

G WARNING

If you rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving, the braking system can overheat. This increases the stopping distance and can even cause the braking system to fail. There is a risk of an accident.

Never use the brake pedal as a footrest. Never depress the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal at the same time.

! Depressing the brake pedal constantly results in excessive and premature wear to the brake pads.

If the brakes have been subjected to a heavy load, do not stop the vehicle immediately, but drive on for a short while. This allows the airflow to cool the brakes more quickly.

Wet roads

If you have driven for a long time in heavy rain without braking, there may be a delayed reaction from the brakes when braking for the first time. This may also occur after the vehicle has been washed or driven through deep water.

You have to depress the brake pedal more firmly. Maintain a greater distance from the vehicle in front.

After driving on a wet road or having the vehicle washed, brake firmly while paying attention to the traffic conditions. This will warm up the brake discs, thereby drying them more quickly and protecting them against corrosion.

Downhill gradients

! On long and steep gradients, you must reduce the load on the brakes by shifting early to a lower gear. This allows you to take advantage of the engine braking effect and helps avoid overheating and excessive wear of the brakes.

When you take advantage of the engine braking effect, a drive wheel may not turn for some time, e.g. on a slippery road surface. This could cause damage to the drive train. This type of damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty.

Limited braking performance on salttreated roads

If you drive on salted roads, a layer of salt residue may form on the brake discs and brake pads. This can result in a significantly longer braking distance.

Brake occasionally to remove any possible salt residue. Make sure that you do not endanger other road users when doing so.

Carefully depress the brake pedal and the beginning and end of a journey.

Maintain a greater distance to the vehicle ahead.

Servicing the brakes

G WARNING

If brake pads or brake fluid other than those recommended are used, the braking properties of the vehicle can be degraded to an extent that safe braking is substantially impaired. This could result in an accident.

G WARNING

Make sure that you do not endanger other road users when you apply the brakes.

! If the red brake warning lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and you hear a

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Observe additional warning messages in the multifunction display.

The brake fluid level may be too low due to brake pad wear or leaking brake lines.

Have the brake system checked immediately. This work should be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

! Vehicles with 4MATIC: function or performance tests may only be carried out on a 2-axle dynamometer. If you are planning to have the vehicle tested on such a dynamometer, contact an authorized

Mercedes-Benz Center to obtain further information first. Otherwise, you could damage the drive train or the brake system.

! Vehicles with 4MATIC: as the ESP ® system operates automatically, the engine and the ignition must be switched off

(SmartKey in position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock or Start/Stop button in position 0 or

1) while the parking brake is being tested on a brake dynamometer.

Braking maneuvers triggered automatically by ESP ® system.

may seriously damage the brake

! Vehicles with 4MATIC: as the ESP ® system operates automatically, the engine and the ignition system must be switched off (SmartKey in position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock or Start/Stop button in position 0 or 1) when:

R testing the parking brake on a brake dynamometer.

R you intend to have the vehicle towed with one of the axles raised.

Braking maneuvers triggered automatically by ESP ® may seriously damage the brake system.

All checks and maintenance work on the brake system must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Consult a qualified specialist workshop to arrange this.

Have brake pads installed and brake fluid replaced at a qualified specialist workshop.

If the brake system has only been subject to moderate loads, you should test the functionality of your brakes at regular intervals. To do so, press firmly on the brake pedal when driving at a high speed. This improves the grip of the brake pads.

You can find a description of Brake Assist

(BAS) on ( Y page 64) or of BAS PLUS on

( Y page 65).

AMG high-performance and ceramic brakes

The high-performance brake system is installed only on the CLS 63 AMG.

The AMG brake systems are designed for heavy loads. This may lead to noise when braking. This will depend on:

R speed

R braking force

R environmental conditions, such as temperature and humidity

The wear of individual components of the brake system, such as the brake pads/linings or brake discs, depends on the individual driving style and operating conditions.

For this reason, it is impossible to state a mileage that will be valid under all circumstances. An aggressive driving style will lead to high wear. You can obtain further information about this from your authorized

Mercedes-Benz Center.

New and replaced brake pads and discs only reach their optimum braking effect after several hundred kilometers of driving.

Compensate for this by applying greater force to the brake pedal. Keep this in mind, and adapt your driving and braking accordingly during this break-in period.

Excessive heavy braking results in correspondingly high brake wear. Observe the brake system warning lamp in the instrument cluster and note any brake status messages in the multifunction display. For

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Driving on wet roads

Hydroplaning

If water has accumulated to a certain depth on the road surface, there is a danger of hydroplaning occurring, even if:

R you drive at low speeds.

R the tires have adequate tread depth.

For this reason, in the event of heavy rain or in conditions in which hydroplaning may occur, you must drive in the following manner:

R lower your speed.

R avoid ruts.

R brake carefully.

Driving on flooded roads

! Do not drive through flooded areas.

Check the depth of any water before driving through it. Drive slowly through standing water. Otherwise, water may enter the vehicle interior or the engine compartment.

This can damage the electronic components in the engine or the automatic transmission. Water can also be drawn in by the engine's air suction nozzles and this can cause engine damage.

Winter driving

Important safety notes

G WARNING

If you shift down on a slippery road surface in an attempt to increase the engine's braking effect, the drive wheels could lose their grip.

There is an increased danger of skidding and accidents.

Do not shift down for additional engine braking on a slippery road surface.

G DANGER

If the exhaust pipe is blocked or adequate ventilation is not possible, poisonous gases such as carbon monoxide (CO) may enter the vehicle. This is the case, e.g. if the vehicle becomes trapped in snow. There is a risk of fatal injury.

If you leave the engine or the auxiliary heating running, make sure the exhaust pipe and area around the vehicle are clear of snow. To ensure an adequate supply of fresh air, open a window on the side of the vehicle that is not facing into the wind.

Have your vehicle winterproofed at a qualified specialist workshop at the onset of winter.

Observe the notes in the "Winter operation" section ( Y page 328).

Driving with summer tires

Observe the notes in the "Winter operation" section ( Y page 328).

Slippery road surfaces

G WARNING

If you shift down on a slippery road surface in an attempt to increase the engine's braking effect, the drive wheels could lose their grip.

There is an increased danger of skidding and accidents.

Do not shift down for additional engine braking on a slippery road surface.

G WARNING

The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an ice-warning device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose.

Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice. The road may still be icy, especially in wooded areas or on bridges.

If the vehicle threatens to skid or cannot be stopped when moving at low speed:

X Shift the transmission to position N.

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Drive particularly carefully on slippery road surfaces. Avoid sudden acceleration, steering and braking maneuvers. Do not use the cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS.

i For more information on driving with snow chains, see ( Y page 329).

which relieves the load on the brake system and prevents the brakes from overheating and wearing too quickly.

Use cruise control only if road and traffic conditions make it appropriate to maintain a steady speed for a prolonged period. You can store any road speed above 20 mph

(30 km/h).

Cruise control lever

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Cruise control

Important safety notes

G WARNING

The cruise control is a convenience system designed to assist the driver during vehicle operation. The driver is and must always remain responsible for the vehicle's speed and for safe brake operation.

Only use the cruise control if the road, traffic, and weather conditions make it advisable to travel at a constant speed.

The use of the cruise control can be dangerous on winding roads or in heavy traffic because conditions do not allow safe driving at a constant speed.

The use of the cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. Rapid changes in tire traction can result in wheel spin and loss of control.

Deactivate the cruise control when driving in fog.

The "Resume" function should only be operated if the driver is fully aware of the previously set speed and wishes to resume this particular preset speed.

;

To activate or increase speed

To activate or reduce speed

To deactivate cruise control

To activate at the current speed/last stored speed

When you activate cruise control, the stored speed is shown in the multifunction display for five seconds. In the multifunction display, the segments between the stored speed and the maximum speed light up.

General notes

Cruise control maintains a constant road speed for you. It brakes automatically in order to avoid exceeding the set speed. On long and steep downhill gradients, especially if the vehicle is laden, you must select shift range

1, 2 or 3 in good time. By doing so, you will make use of the braking effect of the engine,

Activation conditions

To activate cruise control, all of the following activation conditions must be fulfilled:

R the parking brake must be released.

R you are driving faster than 20 mph

(30 km/h).

R ESP ® must be active, but not intervening.

R the transmission must be in position D.

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Storing and maintaining the current speed

You can adopt the current speed if you are driving faster than 20 mph (30 km/h).

X Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed.

X Briefly press the cruise control lever up : or down ;.

X Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.

Cruise control is activated. The vehicle automatically maintains the stored speed.

i Cruise control may be unable to maintain the stored speed on uphill gradients. The stored speed is resumed when the gradient evens out. Cruise control maintains the stored speed on downhill gradients by automatically applying the brakes.

X Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you :.

X Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.

The first time cruise control is activated, it stores the current speed or regulates the speed of the vehicle to the previously stored speed.

Setting a speed

G WARNING

Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has made the necessary adjustments.

Increase or decrease the set vehicle speed to a value that the prevailing road conditions and legal speed limits permit. Otherwise, sudden and unexpected acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle could cause an accident and/ or serious injury to you and others.

Storing the current speed or calling up the last stored speed

G WARNING

The set speed stored in memory should only be set again if prevailing road conditions and legal speed limits permit. Possible acceleration or deceleration differences arising from returning to the preset speed could cause an accident and/or serious injury to you and others.

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X Press the cruise control lever up : for a higher speed or down ; for a lower speed.

To adjust the set speed in 1 mph

increments (1 km/h increments): briefly press the cruise control lever up : or down ; to the point of resistance.

Every time the cruise control lever is pressed up : or down ; the last speed stored is increased or reduced.

To adjust the set speed in 5 mph increments (10 km/h increments): briefly press the cruise control lever up : or down ; to the point of resistance.

Every time the cruise control lever is pressed up : or down ; the last speed stored is increased or reduced.

i Cruise control is not deactivated if you depress the accelerator pedal. For example, if you accelerate briefly to overtake, cruise control adjusts the vehicle's speed to the last speed stored after you have finished overtaking.

Deactivating cruise control

Cruise control is automatically deactivated if:

R you depress the parking brake.

R you are driving at less than 20 mph

(30 km/h).

R ESP ® intervenes or you deactivate ESP ® .

R you shift the transmission to position N while driving.

If cruise control is deactivated, you will hear a warning tone. You will see the Cruise

Control Off message in the multifunction display for approximately five seconds.

i When you switch off the engine, the last speed stored is cleared.

There are several ways to deactivate cruise control:

X Briefly press the cruise control lever forwards :.

X Brake.

DISTRONIC PLUS

Important safety notes

G WARNING

The DISTRONIC PLUS requires familiarity with its operational characteristics. We strongly recommend that you review the following information carefully before operating the system.

G WARNING

The DISTRONIC PLUS is a convenience system. Its speed adjustment reduction capability is intended to make cruise control more effective and usable when traffic speeds vary. It is not however, intended to, nor does it, replace the need for extreme care.

The responsibility for the vehicle's speed, distance to the preceding vehicle and, most importantly, brake operation to ensure a safe stopping distance, always remains with the driver.

The DISTRONIC PLUS cannot take street and traffic conditions into account.

Complex driving situations are not always fully recognized by the DISTRONIC PLUS. This

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G WARNING

DISTRONIC PLUS distance is not a substitute for the active intervention of the driver. It does not detect pedestrians or stationary objects, nor can it detect, recognize or predict the road's course or the movements of vehicles in front. DISTRONIC PLUS can only brake the vehicle using 40% of the vehicle's maximum available brake force.

DISTRONIC PLUS may not detect narrow vehicles driving in front, e.g. motorcycles, or vehicles driving in the lane beyond the lane next to your vehicle, especially if the vehicles are not driving on the middle of their lane.

The driver must always pay careful attention to the road, weather and traffic conditions.

The driver must drive, steer and brake in a manner which will allow him to always have control of the vehicle.

Sources of high-frequency radio waves, such as toll stations, speed-measuring radar, etc., can cause DISTRONIC PLUS to fail temporarily.

G WARNING

The DISTRONIC PLUS cannot take road and traffic conditions into account. Only use the

DISTRONIC PLUS if the road, weather and traffic conditions make it advisable to travel at a constant speed.

G WARNING

Use of the DISTRONIC PLUS can be dangerous on slippery roads. Rapid changes in tire traction can result in wheel spin and loss of control.

The DISTRONIC PLUS does not function in adverse sight and distance conditions. Do not use the DISTRONIC PLUS during conditions of fog, heavy rain, snow or sleet.

G WARNING

The DISTRONIC PLUS cannot take weather conditions into account. Switch off the

DISTRONIC PLUS or do not switch it on if:

R roads are slippery or covered with snow or ice. The wheels could lose traction while braking or accelerating, and the vehicle could skid.

R the DISTRONIC PLUS system sensor covers are dirty or visibility is diminished due to snow, rain or fog, for example. The distance control system functionality could be impaired.

Always pay attention to surrounding traffic conditions even while the DISTRONIC PLUS is switched on. Otherwise, you may not be able to recognize dangerous situations until it is too late. This could cause an accident in which you and/or others could be injured.

G WARNING

The "Resume" function should only be operated if the driver is fully aware of the previously set speed and wishes to resume this particular preset speed.

G WARNING

Your undivided attention to street and traffic conditions is necessary at all times whether

DISTRONIC PLUS is active or not.

The use of DISTRONIC PLUS can be dangerous on winding roads or in heavy traffic because conditions do not allow safe driving at a constant speed.

DISTRONIC PLUS does not react to stationary objects on the road (for example, a vehicle stopped in traffic or an abandoned vehicle).

DISTRONIC PLUS likewise does not react to oncoming vehicles.

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Deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS:

R when changing to the right lane, if the vehicles in the left lane are driving slower

R when driving into a filter lane or an expressway exit

R in complex driving situations, for example in construction sites on an expressway

In these situations DISTRONIC PLUS will maintain the set speed if it is not deactivated.

DISTRONIC PLUS is intended only for maintaining a set speed and a set distance from the objects moving in front of the vehicle.

G WARNING

An intermittent warning sounds and the distance warning lamp · in the instrument cluster is illuminated if the DISTRONIC PLUS system calculates that the distance to the vehicle ahead and your vehicle's current speed indicate that the DISTRONIC PLUS will not be capable of slowing the vehicle sufficiently to maintain the preset following distance, which creates a danger of a collision.

Immediately brake the vehicle to increase your distance to the preceding vehicle. The warning sound is intended as a final caution in which you should intercede with your own braking inputs to avoid a potentially dangerous situation. Do not wait for the operation of the warning signal to intercede with your own braking. This will result in potentially dangerous emergency braking which will not always result in an impact being avoided.

Tailgating increases the risk of an accident.

G WARNING

DISTRONIC PLUS brakes your vehicle with a maximum deceleration of 13 ft/s 2 (4 m/s 2 ).

This corresponds to approximately 40% of your vehicle's maximum braking force.

To avoid a collision, you must apply the brakes yourself. DISTRONIC PLUS brakes the vehicle just enough to restore the preset speed or the preset distance to the vehicle in front.

G WARNING

If you do not receive visual or acoustic warning signals during a critical traffic situation, DISTRONIC PLUS has either not recognized the collision risk, has been deactivated or is malfunctioning.

Remember, whether or not DISTRONIC PLUS is operating, it is ultimately always the drivers responsibility to apply the brakes in order to control the vehicle and avoid a collision.

General notes

DISTRONIC PLUS regulates the speed and automatically helps you maintain the distance to the vehicle detected in front.

DISTRONIC PLUS brakes automatically so that the set speed is not exceeded.

If DISTRONIC PLUS detects a slower-moving vehicle in front, your vehicle is braked in order to maintain the preset distance to the vehicle in front.

If you want DISTRONIC PLUS to assist you, the radar sensor system must be activated

( Y page 223) and operational.

If there is no vehicle in front, DISTRONIC

PLUS operates in the same way as cruise control in the speed range between 20 mph

(Canada: 30 km/h) and120 mph (Canada:

200 km/h). If a vehicle is driving in front of you, it operates in the speed range between

0 mph (0 km/h) and 120 mph (Canada:

200 km/h).

Do not use DISTRONIC PLUS while driving on roads with steep gradients.

As DISTRONIC PLUS transmits radar waves, it can resemble the radar detectors of the responsible authorities. You can refer to the relevant chapter in the Operator's Manual if questions are asked about this.

i USA only:

This device has been approved by the FCC as a “Vehicular Radar System”. The radar

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FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non-approved way.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

i Canada only: This device complies with

RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference, and

2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted. Do not tamper with, alter, or use the device in any non-approved way.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Cruise control lever

Activating DISTRONIC PLUS

Important safety notes

G WARNING

The vehicle can be braked when DISTRONIC

PLUS is activated. For this reason, deactivate

DISTRONIC PLUS if the vehicle is to be set in motion by other means (e.g. in a car wash or by towing).

Activation conditions

In order to activate DISTRONIC PLUS, the following conditions must be fulfilled:

R the engine must be started. It may take up to two minutes after pulling away before

DISTRONIC PLUS is operational.

R the parking brake must be released.

R ESP ® must be active, but not intervening.

R the transmission must be in position D.

R the hood must be closed.

R the driver's door must be closed when you shift from P to D or your seat belt must be fastened.

R the front-passenger door and rear doors must be closed.

R the vehicle must not skid.

Activating while driving

;

To store the current speed or a higher speed

To store the current speed or a lower speed

To deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS

To store the current speed or calling up the last stored speed

To set the specified minimum distance

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Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you ?, or press it up : or down ;.

DISTRONIC PLUS is selected.

Press the cruise control lever repeatedly up : or down ; until the desired speed is set.

Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.

Your vehicle adapts its speed to that of the vehicle in front, but only up to the desired stored speed.

When driving at speeds below 20 mph

(30 km/h), you can only activate DISTRONIC if the vehicle in front has been detected and is shown in the multifunction display. If the vehicle in front is no longer detected and displayed, DISTRONIC PLUS switches off and a tone sounds.

i If you do not fully release the accelerator pedal, the DISTRONIC PLUS Override message appears in the multifunction display. The set distance to a slowermoving vehicle in front will then not be maintained. You will be driving at the speed you determine by the position of the accelerator pedal.

Activating when driving towards a stationary vehicle

X Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you ?, or press it up : or down ;.

DISTRONIC PLUS is selected.

X Press the cruise control lever repeatedly up : or down ; until the desired speed is set.

If the vehicle in front of you is stationary, you can only activate DISTRONIC PLUS once your vehicle is stationary as well.

i DISTRONIC PLUS can only be activated at under 20 mph (30km/h) if a vehicle in front has been detected. Therefore, the

DISTRONIC PLUS distance display in the instrument cluster should be activated

( Y page 217).

i You can use the cruise control lever to set the stored speed and the control on the cruise control lever to set the specified minimum distance ( Y page 174).

Pulling away and driving

G WARNING

When you step on the brake pedal, you switch off the DISTRONIC PLUS except when the vehicle is at a standstill. The DISTRONIC PLUS will no longer brake your vehicle. You are always responsible for maintaining a distance from other vehicles, observing road speeds and braking well in advance.

X If the vehicle in front pulls away: remove your foot from the brake pedal.

X Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you ?, or press it up : or down ;.

X Accelerate briefly.

Your vehicle pulls away and adapts its speed to that of the vehicle in front.

If there is no vehicle in front, DISTRONIC

PLUS operates in the same way as cruise control.

If DISTRONIC PLUS detects that the vehicle in front has slowed down, it brakes your vehicle. In this way, the distance you have selected is maintained.

If DISTRONIC PLUS detects that the vehicle in front is driving faster, it accelerates your vehicle, but only up to the speed you have stored.

Changing lanes

G WARNING

DISTRONIC PLUS and Active Blind Spot Assist are only aids designed to assist driving.

They do not relieve you of the responsibility of paying attention. The driver remains fully responsible for the vehicle's distance from other vehicles, the vehicle's speed and for braking in good time. Always pay attention to traffic conditions and your surroundings.

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Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dangers in time, cause an accident and injure yourself and others.

If you change to the passing lane, DISTRONIC

PLUS supports you when:

R you are driving faster than 40mph

(60 km/h).

DISTRONIC PLUS is maintaining the distance to a vehicle in front.

R you switch on the appropriate turn signal.

R DISTRONIC PLUS does not detect a danger of collision.

If these conditions are fulfilled, your vehicle is accelerated. Acceleration will be interrupted if changing lanes takes too long or if the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front becomes too small.

i When changing lanes, DISTRONIC PLUS monitors the left lane on left-hand drive vehicles and the right lane on right-hand drive vehicles.

Vehicles with COMAND i The following function is not operational in all countries.

DISTRONIC PLUS uses additional information from your navigation system so that it can react appropriately to certain traffic situations. This is the case if, while following a vehicle, DISTRONIC PLUS is active and you:

R approach or drive through a traffic circle

R approach a T-intersection

R turn off at a freeway exit

Even if the vehicle in front leaves the detection range, DISTRONIC PLUS temporarily maintains the current driving speed and does not accelerate. This is based on the current map data in the navigation system.

Example: traffic circle

The current speed is maintained:

R approximately ten seconds before the traffic circle/T-intersection and for approximately 1.5seconds when driving on the traffic circle

R approximately twelve seconds before reaching a freeway exit and approximately four seconds after the freeway exit

Afterwards, the vehicle accelerates back to the set speed you specified.

Stopping

G WARNING

Never get out of the vehicle when DISTRONIC

PLUS is activated.

DISTRONIC PLUS must also never be operated, activated or deactivated by a passenger or from outside the vehicle.

DISTRONIC PLUS does not replace the parking brake and must not be used for parking.

The DISTRONIC PLUS braking effect is canceled and the vehicle can start moving if:

R DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated using the cruise control lever.

R you accelerate.

R there is a malfunction in the system or an interruption in the power supply, e.g.

battery failure.

R the electrical system in the engine compartment, the battery or the fuses are tampered with.

R the battery is disconnected.

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If you wish to leave the vehicle or park it, deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS and secure the vehicle against rolling away.

If DISTRONIC PLUS detects that the vehicle in front is stopping, it brakes your vehicle until it is stationary.

Once your vehicle is stationary, it remains stationary and you do not need to depress the brake.

i Depending on the specified minimum distance, your vehicle will come to a standstill at a sufficient distance behind the vehicle in front. The specified minimum distance is set using the control on the cruise control lever.

When DISTRONIC PLUS is activated, the transmission is shifted automatically to position P if:

R the driver's door is open and the driver's seat belt is unfastened.

R the engine is switched off, unless it is automatically switched off by the ECO start/stop function.

R the hood is opened.

R a system malfunction occurs.

R the power supply is not sufficient.

Setting a speed

G WARNING

Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has made the necessary adjustments.

;

To store the current speed or a higher speed

To store the current speed or a lower speed

To deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS

To store the current speed or calling up the last stored speed

To set the specified minimum distance

Press the cruise control lever up : for a higher speed or down ; for a lower speed.

To adjust the set speed in 1 mph

increments (1 km/h increments): briefly press the cruise control lever up : or down ; to the point of resistance.

Every time the cruise control lever is pressed up : or down ;, the last speed stored is increased or reduced.

X To adjust the set speed in 5 mph increments (10 km/h increments): briefly press the cruise control lever up : or down ; to the point of resistance.

Every time the cruise control lever is pressed up : or down ;, the last speed stored is increased or reduced.

i DISTRONIC PLUS is not deactivated if you depress the accelerator pedal. If you accelerate to overtake, DISTRONIC PLUS adjusts the vehicle's speed to the last speed stored after you have finished overtaking.

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Storing the current speed or calling up a stored speed

G WARNING

X Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you :.

X Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.

DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. The first time it is activated, the current speed is stored. Otherwise, it sets the vehicle cruise speed to the previously stored value.

Setting the specified minimum distance

G WARNING

It is up to the driver to exercise discretion to select the appropriate setting given road conditions, traffic, driver's preferred driving style and applicable laws and driving recommendations for safe following distance.

You can set the specified minimum distance for DISTRONIC PLUS by varying the time span between one and two seconds. With this function, you can set the minimum distance that DISTRONIC PLUS keeps to the vehicle in front, dependent on vehicle speed. You can see this distance in the multifunction display

( Y page 175).

X To increase: turn control ; in direction

DISTRONIC PLUS then maintains a greater distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front.

X To decrease: turn control ; in direction :.

DISTRONIC PLUS then maintains a shorter distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front.

i Make sure that you maintain a sufficiently safe distance from the vehicle in front.

Adjust the distance to the vehicle in front if necessary.

DISTRONIC PLUS displays in the speedometer

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Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated

When DISTRONIC PLUS is activated, one or two segments ; in the set speed range light up.

i For design reasons, the speed displayed in the speedometer may differ slightly from the speed set for DISTRONIC PLUS.

If DISTRONIC PLUS detects a vehicle in front, segments ; between speed of the vehicle in front : and stored speed = light up.

DISTRONIC PLUS displays in the multifunction display

General notes

You can select the distance display in the

Assistance menu ( Y page 217)of the onboard computer.

;

Symbol for activated PRE-SAFE ® Brake

Vehicle in front, if detected

Distance indicator, current distance to the vehicle in front

Specified minimum distance to the vehicle in front; adjustable

Own vehicle

X Select the Distance Display function using the on-board computer

( Y page 217).

Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is activated

;

DISTRONIC PLUS activated

Own vehicle

Specified minimum distance to the vehicle in front; adjustable

Vehicle in front, if detected

You will see the stored speed for about five seconds when you activate DISTRONIC PLUS.

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X Select the Distance Display function using the on-board computer

( Y page 217).

i You will see the stored speed for about five seconds when you activate DISTRONIC

PLUS.

Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS

G WARNING

DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated and releases the brakes if the vehicle is slowed down to a speed below 20 mph (30km/h) by the system, provided that DISTRONIC PLUS does not detect a vehicle directly in front. At this point, the driver must apply the brakes in order to slow down further and bring the vehicle to a standstill.

DISTRONIC PLUS is automatically deactivated if:

R you engage the parking brake.

R you are driving slower than 15 mph

(25 km/h) and there is no vehicle in front, or if the vehicle in front is no longer detected.

R ESP ® intervenes or you deactivate ESP ® .

R the transmission is in the P, R or N position.

R you switch off the radar sensor system

( Y page 223).

R you pull the cruise control lever towards you in order to pull away and the frontpassenger door or one of the rear doors is open.

R the vehicle has skidded.

If DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated, you will hear a warning tone. You will see the

DISTRONIC PLUS Off message in the multifunction display for approximately five seconds.

There are several ways to deactivate

DISTRONIC PLUS:

X Briefly press the cruise control lever forwards :.

X Brake, unless the vehicle is stationary.

When you deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS, you will see the DISTRONIC PLUS Off message in the multifunction display for approximately five seconds.

i The last speed stored remains stored until you switch off the engine.

Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUS

Important safety notes

G WARNING

The DISTRONIC PLUS works to maintain the speed selected by the driver unless a moving obstacle proceeding directly ahead of it in the same travel direction is detected (e.g.

following another vehicle ahead of you at your set distance).

This means that:

R Your vehicle can pass another vehicle after you have changed lanes.

R While in a sharp turn or if the preceding vehicle is in a sharp turn, the DISTRONIC

PLUS could lose sight of the preceding vehicle. Your vehicle could then accelerate to the previously selected speed.

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The DISTRONIC PLUS regulates only the distance between your vehicle and those directly ahead of it. It may not register stationary objects in the road, e.g.:

R a stopped vehicle in a traffic jam

R a disabled vehicle

R an oncoming vehicle

The driver must always be alert, observe all traffic and intercede as required by means of steering or braking the vehicle.

G WARNING

The DISTRONIC PLUS should not be used in snowy or icy road conditions.

The following contains descriptions of certain road and traffic conditions in which you must be particularly attentive. In such situations, brake if necessary. DISTRONIC PLUS is then deactivated.

Cornering, going into and coming out of a bend

Vehicles traveling on a different line

DISTRONIC PLUS may not detect vehicles traveling on a different line. The distance to the vehicle in front will be too short.

Other vehicles changing lanes

DISTRONIC PLUS has not detected the vehicle cutting in yet. The distance to this vehicle will be too short.

Narrow vehicles

The ability of DISTRONIC PLUS to detect vehicles when cornering is limited. Your vehicle may brake unexpectedly or late.

DISTRONIC PLUS has not yet detected the vehicle in front on the edge of the road,

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Obstructions and stationary vehicles

DISTRONIC PLUS does not brake for obstacles or stationary vehicles. If, for example, the detected vehicle turns a corner and reveals an obstacle or stationary vehicle,

DISTRONIC PLUS will not brake for these.

Crossing vehicles

HOLD function

General notes

The HOLD function can assist the driver in the following situations:

R when pulling away, especially on steep slopes

R when maneuvering on steep slopes

R when waiting in traffic

The vehicle is kept stationary without the driver having to depress the brake pedal.

The braking effect is canceled and the HOLD function deactivated when you depress the accelerator pedal to pull away.

Activation conditions

You can activate the HOLD function if:

R the vehicle is stationary.

R the engine is running.

R the driver's door is closed or your seat belt is fastened.

R the parking brake is released.

R the hood is closed.

R the transmission is in position D, R or N.

DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.

DISTRONIC PLUS may mistakenly detect vehicles that are crossing your lane.

Activating DISTRONIC PLUS at traffic lights with crossing traffic, for example, could cause your vehicle to pull away unintentionally.

Activating the HOLD function

G WARNING

The vehicle's brakes are applied when the

HOLD function is activated. For this reason, deactivate the HOLD function if the vehicle is to be set in motion by other means (e.g. in a car wash or by towing).

X Make sure that the activation conditions are met.

Depress the brake pedal.

Quickly depress the brake pedal further until ë appears in the multifunction display.

The HOLD function is activated. You can release the brake pedal.

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Deactivating the HOLD function

G WARNING

Never get out of the vehicle when the HOLD function is activated.

The HOLD function must never be operated or deactivated by a passenger or from outside the vehicle.

The HOLD function does not replace the parking brake and must not be used for parking.

The braking effect of the HOLD function is canceled and the vehicle could roll away if:

R the HOLD function is deactivated by depressing the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal.

R there is a malfunction in the system or an interruption in the power supply, e.g.

battery failure.

R the electrical system in the engine compartment, the battery or the fuses are tampered with.

R the battery is disconnected.

If you leave the vehicle or park it, deactivate the HOLD function and secure the vehicle against rolling away.

The HOLD function is deactivated automatically if:

R you accelerate and the transmission is in position D or R.

R you shift the transmission to position P.

R you depress the brake pedal again with a certain amount of pressure until ë disappears from the multifunction display.

R you activate DISTRONIC PLUS.

When the HOLD function is activated, the transmission is shifted automatically to position P if:

R the driver's door is open and the driver's seat belt is unfastened.

R the engine is switched off.

R the hood is opened.

R a system malfunction occurs.

R the power supply is not sufficient.

RACE START

Important safety notes

G WARNING

RACE START is only available when SPORT handling mode is activated. SPORT handling mode only stabilizes the vehicle to a limited extent in the event of swerving or wheelspin.

RACE START should only be used on specially designated roads. Always adapt your speed and driving style to the prevailing road and weather conditions.

i RACE START is only available in AMG vehicles.

RACE START enables optimal acceleration from a standing start. The precondition for this is a suitable high-grip road surface.

Conditions for activation

You can activate RACE START if:

R the doors are closed.

R the engine is running and it has reached an operating temperature of approximately

176 ‡ (80 †). This is the case when the engine oil temperature in the multifunction display stops flashing.

SPORT handling mode is activated.

( Y page 67)

R the steering wheel is in the straight-ahead position.

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R the vehicle is stationary and the brake pedal is depressed (left foot).

R the transmission is in position D.

Activating RACE START

X Depress the brake pedal with your left foot and keep it depressed.

X Turn the drive program selector clockwise

( Y page 149) until the RS lamp lights up.

The RACE START Confirm: Paddle UP

Cancel: Paddle DOWN message appears in the multifunction display.

i If the activation conditions are no longer fulfilled, RACE START is canceled. The

RACE START Canceled message appears in the multifunction display.

X To cancel: pull the left steering wheel paddle shifter ( Y page 150).

X To confirm: pull the right steering wheel paddle shifter ( Y page 150).

The RACE START Available Depress gas pedal message appears in the multifunction display.

i If you do not depress the accelerator pedal fully within two seconds, RACE

START is canceled. The RACE START Not

Possible See Operator's Manual message appears in the multifunction display.

X Fully depress the accelerator pedal.

The engine speed rises to approximately

3500 rpm.

The RACE START Release brake to start message appears in the multifunction display.

i If you do not release the brake pedal within five seconds, RACE START is canceled. The RACE START Canceled message appears in the multifunction display.

X Take your foot off the brake, but keep the accelerator pedal depressed.

The vehicle pulls away at maximum acceleration.

The RACE START Active message appears in the multifunction display.

RACE START is deactivated when the vehicle reaches a speed of approximately 30 mph

(Canada: 50 km/h). Drive program S+ is activated. SPORT handling mode remains activated.

RACE START is deactivated immediately if you release the accelerator pedal during

RACE START or if any of the activation conditions are no longer fulfilled. The RACE

START Not Possible See Operator's

Manual message appears in the multifunction display.

i If RACE START is used repeatedly within a short period of time, it is only available again after the vehicle has been driven a certain distance.

AIRMATIC

Vehicle level

Important safety notes

Your vehicle regulates its height automatically. All-round level control ensures the best possible suspension and constant ground clearance, even with a laden vehicle.

When you drive fast, the vehicle is lowered automatically to improve driving safety and to reduce fuel consumption.

The following vehicle levels are possible:

R normal

R raised: the vehicle is raised by about

0.80 in (20 mm) when compared with the normal level

R lowered: the vehicle is lowered by about

0.40 in (10 mm) when compared with the normal level

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The "Normal" and "Raised" vehicle levels can be set manually.

The "Lowered” vehicle level is set automatically:

R at speeds above 70 mph (113 km/h)

R if you have selected "Sports tuning"

( Y page 181)

Setting the vehicle level

G WARNING

To help avoid personal injury, keep hands and feet away from wheel housing area, and stay away from under the vehicle when lowering the vehicle chassis.

Select the "Normal" setting for normal road surfaces and "Raised" for driving with snow chains or on particularly poor road surfaces.

Your selection remains stored even if you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.

Setting raised level

The "Raised level" setting is canceled if you:

R drive at speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h)

R drive for about three minutes at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h).

The "Raised level" remains active when you are not driving within these speed ranges.

Setting the normal level

X Start the engine.

If indicator lamp ; is lit:

X Press button :.

Indicator lamp ; goes out. The vehicle is adjusted to normal level.

Suspension tuning

General notes

The electronically controlled damping system works continuously. This improves driving safety and ride comfort.

The damping is tuned individually to each wheel and depends on:

R your driving style, e.g. sporty

R the road surface condition, e.g. bumps

R your individual selection, i.e. sports or comfort

Your selection remains stored even if you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.

Sports tuning

X Start the engine.

If indicator lamp ; is not lit:

X Press button :.

Indicator lamp ; lights up. The vehicle height is adjusted to raised level.

The Vehicle Rising message appears in the display.

The firmer suspension tuning in Sport mode ensures even better contact with the road.

Select this mode when employing a sporty driving style, e.g. on winding country roads.

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X Press button :.

Indicator lamp ; lights up. Sports suspension tuning is selected.

The AIRMATIC SPORT message appears in the multifunction display.

Comfort tuning

In Comfort mode, the driving characteristics of your vehicle are more comfortable.

Therefore, select this mode if you favor a more comfortable driving style. Select comfort mode also when driving fast on straight roads, e.g. on straight stretches of freeway.

X Press button :.

Indicator lamp = lights up. Comfort tuning is selected.

The AIRMATIC COMFORT message appears in the multifunction display.

The damping is tuned individually to each wheel and depends on:

R your driving style, e.g. sporty

R the road surface condition, e.g. bumps

R your individual selection of Sport, Sport + or Comfort

If you select Sport or Sport + mode and restart the engine, the suspension setting reverts to Comfort mode.

Sport mode

AMG adaptive sport suspension system

General notes

i AMG adaptive sport suspension system is available for the CLS 63 AMG model.

Rear axle level control

The vehicle automatically sets the vehicle level at the rear axle. Rear axle level control ensures the best possible suspension and that the ground clearance remains constant even when the vehicle is loaded. This improves driving safety and fuel consumption.

Suspension tuning

General notes

The electronically controlled damping system works continuously. This improves driving safety and ride comfort.

;

Mode selector button

Button for storing, calling up and displaying the selected mode

Sport + mode indicator lamp

Sport mode indicator lamp

The firmer suspension tuning in Sport mode ensures even better contact with the road.

Select this mode when employing a sporty driving style, e.g. on winding country roads.

X Press the : button once.

Indicator lamp ? lights up. You have selected Sport mode.

The AMG Suspension System SPORT message appears in the multifunction display.

Sport + mode

The very firm setting of the suspension tuning in Sport + mode ensures the best possible contact with the road. Select this mode only when driving on race circuits.

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If indicator lamps = and ? are off:

X Press button : twice.

Indicator lamps = and ? light up. You have selected Sport + mode.

The AMG Suspension System SPORT + message appears in the multifunction display.

If indicator lamp ? lights up:

X Press the : button once.

Second indicator lamp = lights up. You have selected Sport + mode.

The AMG Suspension System SPORT + message appears in the multifunction display.

Comfort mode

In Comfort mode, the driving characteristics of your vehicle are more comfortable.

Therefore, select this mode if you favor a more comfortable driving style. Select comfort mode also when driving fast on straight roads, e.g. on straight stretches of freeway.

X Press button : repeatedly until indicator lamps = and ? go out.

You have selected Comfort mode.

The AMG Suspension System COMFORT message appears in the multifunction display.

Storing and calling up settings

Once the suspension tuning and drive program have been selected, you can store and call up your settings using AMG button ;.

X To store: press AMG button ; until you hear a tone.

X To call up: press AMG button ;.

The stored suspension tuning and drive program are selected.

X To display: briefly press AMG button ;.

Your selection appears in the multifunction display.

4MATIC (permanent four-wheel drive)

G WARNING

If a drive wheel is spinning due to insufficient traction:

R While driving off, apply as little throttle as possible.

R While driving, ease up on the accelerator pedal.

R Adapt your speed and driving style to the prevailing road conditions.

Failure to observe these guidelines could cause the vehicle to skid.

4MATIC cannot prevent accidents resulting from excessive speed.

! Never tow the vehicle with one axle raised. This may damage the transfer case.

Damage of this sort is not covered by the

Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must remain either on the ground or be fully raised. Observe the instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels in full contact with the ground.

i In wintry driving conditions, the maximum effect of 4MATIC can only be achieved if you use winter tires (M+S tires), with snow chains if necessary.

4MATIC ensures that all four wheels are permanently driven. Together with ESP ® improves the traction of your vehicle

, it whenever a drive wheel spins due to insufficient grip.

PARKTRONIC

Important safety notes

G WARNING

The PARKTRONIC is a supplemental system.

It is not intended to, nor does it replace, the need for extreme care. The responsibility during parking and other critical maneuvers always remains with the driver.

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G WARNING

Make sure no persons or animals are in or near the area in which you are parking/ maneuvering. Otherwise, they could be injured.

PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with ultrasonic sensors. It indicates visually and audibly the distance between your vehicle and an object.

PARKTRONIC is activated automatically when you:

R switch on the ignition

R shift the transmission to position D, R or N

R release the parking brake

PARKTRONIC is deactivated at speeds above

11 mph (18km/h). It is reactivated at lower speeds.

PARKTRONIC monitors the area around your vehicle using six sensors in the front bumper and four sensors in the rear bumper.

Example: sensors in the front bumper, left-hand side

The sensors must be free of dirt, ice and slush. Otherwise, they may not function correctly. Clean the sensors regularly, taking care not to scratch or damage them

( Y page 307).

Range of the sensors

General notes

! When parking, pay particular attention to objects above or below the sensors, such as flower pots or trailer drawbars.

PARKTRONIC does not detect such objects when they are in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle. You could damage the vehicle or the objects.

The sensors may not detect snow and other objects that absorb ultrasonic waves.

Ultrasonic sources such as an automatic car wash, the compressed-air brakes on a truck or a pneumatic drill could cause

PARKTRONIC to malfunction.

PARKTRONIC may not function correctly on uneven terrain.

Example: side view

Example: top view

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Front sensors

Center

Corners

Approx. 40in (approx.

100cm)

Approx. 24in (approx.

60cm)

Rear sensors

Center

Corners

Approx. 48in (approx.

120cm)

Approx. 32in (approx.

80cm)

Minimum distance

Center Approx. 8in (approx. 20cm)

Corners Approx. 6in (approx. 15cm)

If there is an obstacle within this range, the relevant warning displays light up and a warning tone sounds. If the distance falls below the minimum, the distance may no longer be shown.

Transmission position

R, N or the vehicle is rolling backwards

Warning display

Front area activated

Rear and front areas activated

No areas activated

One or more segments light up as the vehicle approaches an obstacle, depending on the vehicle's distance from the obstacle.

From the:

R sixth segment onwards, you will hear an intermittent warning tone for approximately two seconds.

R seventh segment onwards, you will hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds. This indicates that you have now reached the minimum distance.

Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC

Warning displays

The warning displays show the distance between the sensors and the obstacle. The warning display for the front area is located on the dashboard above the center air vents.

The warning display for the rear area is located on the headliner in the rear compartment.

The warning display for each side of the vehicle is divided into five yellow and two red segments. PARKTRONIC is operational if yellow segments showing operational readiness = light up.

;

Indicator lamp

To deactivate/activate PARKTRONIC

If indicator lamp : lights up, PARKTRONIC is deactivated. Active Park Assist is then also deactivated.

i PARKTRONIC is automatically activated when you turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.

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Problems with PARKTRONIC

Problem

Only the red segments in the PARKTRONIC warning displays are lit.

You also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds.

PARKTRONIC is deactivated after approximately

20 seconds, and the indicator lamp in the

PARKTRONIC button lights up.

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off.

X If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

Only the red segments in the PARKTRONIC warning displays are lit.

PARKTRONIC is deactivated after approximately

20 seconds.

The PARKTRONIC sensors are dirty or there is interference.

Clean the PARKTRONIC sensors ( Y page 307).

Switch the ignition back on.

The problem may be caused by an external source of radio or ultrasound waves.

X See if PARKTRONIC functions in a different location.

Active Parking Assist

Important safety notes

G WARNING

Active Parking Assist is merely an aid and may sometimes recommend parking spaces that are not suitable for parking. For example, these might be spaces where parking is prohibited, driveways, unsuitable surfaces, etc.

Active Parking Assist measures the parking space as you drive past it. Any later changes to the parking space are not taken into account. For instance, this may be the case when the vehicle parked in front of or behind the space changes its position or when an obstacle is moved into the parking space.

Active Parking Assist does not relieve you of the responsibility of paying attention. If you rely solely on Active Parking Assist, you could cause an accident and injure yourself and others.

You are always responsible for safety and must continue to pay attention to your immediate surroundings when parking and maneuvering.

G WARNING

Objects located above the height range of

Active Parking Assist will not be detected when the parking space is measured. These are not taken into account when the parking procedure is calculated, e.g. overhanging loads, tail sections or loading ramps of goods vehicles. In some circumstances, Active

Parking Assist may therefore guide you into the parking space too early. This may lead to a collision. For this reason, you should avoid using Active Parking Assist in such situations.

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G WARNING

The front of the vehicle will veer out in the direction of the oncoming traffic during the parking operation. In some cases, the vehicle will also take you onto sections of the oncoming lane during the parking procedure.

You are responsible for safety at all times and must pay attention to any road users approaching or passing. Stop the vehicle if necessary or cancel the Active Parking Assist parking procedure.

G WARNING

Make sure no persons or animals are in or near the area in which you are parking/ maneuvering. Otherwise, they could be injured.

! If unavoidable, you should drive over obstacles such as curbs slowly and not at a sharp angle. Otherwise, you may damage the wheels or tires.

Active Parking Assist is an electronic parking aid with ultrasound. Ultrasound is used to measure the road on both sides of the vehicle.

A suitable parking space is indicated by the parking symbol. Active steering intervention can assist you during parking. You may also use PARKTRONIC ( Y page 183). When

PARKTRONIC is switched off, Active Parking

Assist is also unavailable.

Use Active Parking Assist for parking spaces:

R that are parallel to the direction of travel

R that are on straight roads, not bends

R that are on the same level as the road, e.g.

not on the pavement

Parking tips:

R on narrow roads, drive past the parking space as close as possible.

R parking spaces that are littered, overgrown or partially occupied by trailer drawbars might be identified incorrectly or not at all.

R snowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking space being measured inaccurately.

R pay attention to the PARKTRONIC

( Y page 185) warning messages during the parking procedure.

R you can intervene in the steering procedure to correct it at any time. Active Parking

Assist will then be canceled.

R when transporting a load which protrudes from your vehicle, you should not use

Active Parking Assist.

R when snow chains or an emergency spare wheel are mounted, you should not use

Active Parking Assist here either.

R make sure that the tire pressures are always correct. This has a direct influence on the parking characteristics of the vehicle.

R the way your vehicle is positioned in the parking space after parking is dependent on various factors. These include the position and shape of the vehicles parked in front and behind it and the conditions of the location. It may be the case that Active

Parking Assist guides you too far into a parking space, or not far enough into it. In some cases, it may also lead you across or onto the curb. If necessary, you should abort the parking procedure with Active

Parking Assist.

R you can also engage forward gear prematurely. The vehicle redirects and does not drive as far into the parking space.

Should the gear change occur too soon to achieve a sensible parking position, the parking procedure will be aborted.

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Detecting a parking space

Example: detected parking space

Detected parking space on the left

;

Parking symbol

= Detected parking space on the right

Active Parking Assist is switched on automatically when driving forwards. The system is operational at speeds of up to approximately 22 mph (35 km/h). While in operation, the system independently locates and measures parking spaces on both sides of the vehicle. When driving at speeds below

19 mph (30 km/h), you will see the parking symbol as a status indicator in the instrument cluster. By default, Active Parking Assist only displays parking spaces on the frontpassenger side. Parking spaces on the driver's side are displayed as soon as the turn signal on the driver's side is activated. To park on the driver's side, you must leave the driver's side turn signal switched on. This must remain switched on until you acknowledge the use of Active Parking Assist by pressing the a button on the multifunction steering wheel.

When a parking space has been detected, an arrow towards the right or the left also appears.

Active Parking Assist will only detect parking spaces:

R that are parallel to the direction of travel

R that are at least 59 in (1.5 m) wide

R that are at least 51 in (1.3 m) longer than your vehicle

A parking space is displayed while you are driving past it, and until you are approximately 50 ft (15 m) away from it.

Parking

G WARNING

PARKTRONIC and Active Parking Assist are merely parking aids and may not detect all obstacles. They do not relieve you of the responsibility of paying attention.

You are always responsible for safety and must continue to pay attention to your immediate surroundings when parking and maneuvering. You could otherwise endanger yourself and others.

G WARNING

When parking, you need to make sure that no obstacles are located in the vicinity of the vehicle during the entire operation. Active

Parking Assist does not relieve you of the responsibility of paying attention. It merely aids you by intervening actively in the steering.

To stop the vehicle or avoid an accident you need to apply the brakes yourself.

X Stop the vehicle when the parking space symbol shows the desired parking space in the instrument cluster.

Shift the transmission to position R.

The Start Park Assist? Yes: OK No:

% message appears in the multifunction display.

To cancel the procedure: press the

% button on the multifunction steering wheel or pull away.

X To park using Active Parking Assist: press the a button on the multifunction steering wheel.

The Park Assist Active Accelerate and Brake Observe Surroundings message appears in the multifunction display.

Let go of the multifunction steering wheel.

Back up the vehicle, being ready to brake at all times. Drive at a speed of approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) or slower

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Parking Assist will be deactivated.

i In tight parking spaces, you will achieve the best parking results by backing up as far as possible. When doing so, also observe the PARKTRONIC messages.

X Stop as soon as PARKTRONIC sounds the continuous warning tone, if not before.

Maneuvering may be required in tight parking spaces.

The Park Assist Active Select D

Observe Surroundings message appears in the multifunction display.

X Shift the transmission to position D while the vehicle is stationary.

Active Parking Assist immediately steers in the other direction.

The Park Assist Active Accelerate and Brake Observe Surroundings message appears in the multifunction display.

i You will achieve the best results by waiting for the steering procedure to complete before pulling away.

Drive forwards and be ready to brake at all times.

Stop as soon as PARKTRONIC sounds the continuous warning tone, if not before.

The Park Assist Active Select R

Observe Surroundings message appears in the multifunction display.

Further transmission shifts may be necessary.

As soon as the parking procedure is complete, the Park Assist Finished message appears in the multifunction display. PARKTRONIC continues to be available.

X Maneuver if necessary.

X Always observe the warning messages displayed by PARKTRONIC ( Y page 185).

Canceling Active Parking Assist

You can cancel Active Parking Assist at any time.

X Stop the movement of the multifunction steering wheel or steer yourself.

Active Parking Assist will be canceled at once. The Park Assist Canceled message appears in the multifunction display.

X Press the PARKTRONIC button on the center console ( Y page 185).

PARKTRONIC is switched off and Active

Parking Assist is immediately canceled.

The Park Assist Canceled message appears in the multifunction display.

Active Parking Assist is canceled automatically if:

R the transmission is shifted too early.

R parking using Active Parking Assist is no longer possible.

R you are driving faster than 6mph

(10 km/h).

R a wheel spins, ESP ® intervenes or fails. The

ä warning lamp lights up in the instrument cluster.

A warning tone sounds. The parking symbol disappears and the multifunction display shows the Park Assist Canceled message.

When Active Parking Assist is canceled, you must steer again yourself.

Rear view camera

Important safety notes

G WARNING

Make sure that no persons or animals are in the maneuvering range. Otherwise, they could be injured.

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General notes

Rear view camera : is an optical parking aid.

It shows the area behind your vehicle in the

COMAND display.

Rear view camera : is located in the handle strip of the tailgate.

View through the camera

G WARNING

The rear view camera is only an aid and may display obstacles

R from a distorted perspective

R inaccurately

R may not display obstacles at all

The rear view camera does not relieve you of the responsibility to be cautious. Take care and pay careful attention. The rear view camera may not show objects which are

R very close to the rear bumper

R under the rear bumper

R above the tailgate handle

You are responsible for safety at all times and must continue to pay attention to the immediate surroundings when parking and maneuvering. This includes the area behind, in front of, and beside the vehicle. Otherwise you could endanger yourself and/or others.

G WARNING

The rear view camera will not function or will not fully function if:

R the tailgate is open

R it is raining or snowing strongly or if it is foggy

R it is night or if you are parking/ maneuvering your vehicle in a very dark area

R a very bright white light is affecting the camera

R the immediate vicinity is illuminated with fluorescent light (the display can flicker)

R temperature changes abruptly, for example if you drive out of the cold into a heated garage (condensation on the lens)

R the camera lens is dirty or covered

R the rear of your vehicle is damaged

In this case, have the position and the setting of the camera checked at a specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you consult a Mercedes-

Benz Center for this purpose.

Do not use the rear view camera in these situations. You could otherwise injure yourself and other people and/or cause damage - including damage to your vehicle while parking/maneuvering.

The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a mirror image, as in the rear view mirror.

Activating the rear view camera

Make sure that the SmartKey is in position

2 in the ignition lock.

Make sure that the rear view camera function is selected in COMAND (see the separate operating instructions for

COMAND).

Engage reverse gear.

The area behind the vehicle is shown in the

COMAND display with guide lines.

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Guide lines in the COMAND display

G WARNING

Use of rear view camera can be dangerous if you are color-blind or have impaired color vision.

Only use rear view camera if you can see and distinguish all colored guidelines shown by rear view camera on the COMAND system display.

G WARNING

Please note that objects that do not touch the ground may appear to be further away than they actually are, for example:

R the bumper of a vehicle parked behind you

R the trailer drawbar

R the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch

R the rear end of a truck

R a slanted post

In such cases, you should not use the guide lines to judge the distance. You may misjudge the distance, which increases the risk of impacting the objects.

Even if the object you approach is directly on the ground, do not approach the object any closer than the red guide line.

ground level. Blue guide lines : depict the width required for the vehicle. They are used to align the vehicle with the edge of the road, e.g. the curb.

ATTENTION ASSIST

Important safety notes

G WARNING

ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid and may detect your tiredness or lapses in concentration too late or not at all. It is not a substitute for a well-rested and attentive driver.

Fatigue may cause you to recognize hazardous situations too late, misjudge a situation or react more slowly. For this reason, make sure you feel rested before you begin driving and during your journey. Make sure that you take regular breaks in time, particularly on long journeys. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dangers in time, cause an accident and injure yourself and others.

Example: information in the COMAND display

Guide lines ; and = show the approximate distance to the rear area. Yellow guide line ; indicates a distance of approximately

3 ft (1 m) and red guide line = indicates a distance of approximately 10 in (0.25 m). The distances only apply to objects that are at

General notes

ATTENTION ASSIST helps you during long, monotonous journeys such as on freeways and interstate highways. It is active in the range between 50 mph (80 km/h) and

112 mph (180 km/h).

If ATTENTION ASSIST detects typical indicators of fatigue or increasing lapses in concentration on the part of the driver, it suggests you take a break.

ATTENTION ASSIST assesses your level of fatigue or lapses in concentration by taking the following criteria into account:

R your personal driving style, e.g. steering characteristics

R driving conditions, e.g. time, driving time

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The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is restricted and warnings may be delayed or not occur at all:

R if the road condition is poor, e.g. if the surface is uneven or if there are potholes

R if there is a strong side wind

R if you have adopted a sporty driving style with high cornering speeds or high rates of acceleration

R if you are predominantly driving slower than 50 mph (80 km/h) or faster than

112 mph (180 km/h)

R if you are currently using COMAND or making a telephone call with it

R if the time has been set incorrectly

R in active driving situations, such as when you change lanes or change your speed after 15 minutes at the earliest. The precondition for this is that

ATTENTION ASSIST still detects typical indicators of fatigue or increasing lapses in concentration.

ATTENTION ASSIST is reset when you continue your journey and starts assessing your tiredness again if:

R you switch off the engine.

R you take off your seat belt and open the driver's door, e.g. for a change of drivers or to take a break.

Warning and display messages in the multifunction display

If ATTENTION ASSIST is active, you will be warned no sooner than 20 minutes after your journey has begun. You then hear an intermittent warning tone twice and the

Attention Assist: Drowsiness

Detected message appears in the multifunction display.

X Activate ATTENTION ASSIST using the onboard computer ( Y page 218).

Symbol : appears in the multifunction display.

If necessary, take a break.

Press the a button to confirm the message.

On long journeys, take regular breaks in good time to allow yourself to rest properly. If you do not take a break, you will be warned again

Night View Assist Plus

Important safety notes

G WARNING

Night View Assist Plus is only an aid designed to assist driving. It is not a substitute for attentive driving. Do not rely solely on the

Night View Assist Plus display. Continue to look through the windshield. You are responsible for safety and must drive in accordance with traffic conditions. You could otherwise put yourself and others in danger.

The system may be impaired or unavailable if:

R there is poor visibility, e.g. due to snow, rain, fog or heavy spray.

R the windshield is dirty, fogged up or covered, for instance by a sticker, in the vicinity of the camera.

R you are driving on bends, uphill gradients or downhill gradients.

G WARNING

The Night View Assist Plus cannot record objects immediately in front of or next to the vehicle. When maneuvering, continue to look through the windshield. Make sure no persons or animals are in the area in which you are maneuvering. You could otherwise injure them.

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R the light switch is in the Ã or L position.

R reverse gear has not been engaged.

Switching on Night View Assist Plus

In addition to the illumination provided by the normal headlamps, Night View Assist Plus uses infrared light to illuminate the road.

Night View Assist Plus camera : picks up the infrared light and displays a monochrome image in COMAND. The image displayed in

COMAND corresponds to a road lit up by highbeam headlamps. This enables you to see the road's course and any obstacles in good time.

If pedestrian recognition is activated, pedestrians recognized by the system are highlighted in the Night View Assist Plus display.

Light from the headlamps of oncoming vehicles does not affect the Night View Assist

Plus display in the multifunction display. This is also the case if you cannot switch on the high-beam headlamps due to oncoming traffic.

i Infrared light is not visible to the human eye and therefore does not glare. Night

View Assist Plus can therefore remain switched on even if there is oncoming traffic.

Switching on Night View Assist Plus

Activation conditions

You can only activate Night View Assist Plus if:

R the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock.

R it is dark.

Make sure that COMAND is switched on.

Press button :.

The Night View Assist Plus display appears in the COMAND display.

You can read about how to adjust the brightness of the COMAND display in the

COMAND operating instructions.

i The infrared lamps switch on automatically from a speed of about

6 mph (10 km/h). This means that you do not have the full visual range while the vehicle is stationary and cannot check whether Night View Assist Plus is working.

Pedestrian recognition

G WARNING

Pedestrian recognition may be impaired or inoperative if:

R pedestrians are partially or entirely obscured by objects, e.g. parked vehicles.

R the silhouette of the pedestrian in the Night

View Assist Plus display is incomplete or interrupted, e.g. by powerful light reflections.

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R pedestrians do not contrast with the surroundings.

R pedestrians are not standing upright, for example, if they are sitting, crouching or lying down.

;

Night View Assist Plus display

Pedestrian recognized

Framing

Symbol for active pedestrian recognition i Animals are not recognized by pedestrian recognition.

Night View Assist Plus is able to recognize pedestrians by typical characteristics, e.g. a silhouette in the shape of a person.

Pedestrian recognition is then switched on automatically if:

Night View Assist Plus is activated.

R you are driving faster than 6 mph

(10 km/h).

R the surroundings are dark, e.g. when driving outside built-up areas without street lighting.

If pedestrian recognition is active, symbol ? appears. If a pedestrian is now recognized, they are framed = and thereby highlighted. If the pedestrian recognition system has brought a pedestrian to your attention, look through the windshield to evaluate the situation. The actual distance to objects and pedestrians cannot be gauged accurately by looking at a screen.

It may be the case that objects are highlighted as well as pedestrians.

Fogged up or dirty windshield

G WARNING

Always remember that you must concentrate primarily on driving the vehicle. A driver's attention to the road must always be his/her primary focus when driving. For your safety and the safety of others: stop the vehicle before attempting to clean fogged up windows or the windshield area in front of the

Night View Assist Plus camera.

Please remember that when your vehicle is traveling at a speed of only 30 mph

(approximately 50 km/h) it covers a distance of 44 ft (approximately 14 m) per second.

If the windshield in front of the camera is fogged up or dirty on the inside or outside, the

Night View Assist Plus display is affected.

To defrost: check the automatic air conditioning settings ( Y page 132) and fold down the camera cover ( Y page 308).

To defrost the inside of the windshield: fold down the camera cover ( Y page 308) and clean the windshield ( Y page 306).

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Problems with Night View Assist Plus

Problem

The picture quality of

Night View Assist Plus has deteriorated.

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

The windshield wipers are smearing the windshield.

X Replace the wiper blades ( Y page 121).

The windshield is smeared after the vehicle has been cleaned in a car wash.

X Clean the windshield ( Y page 306).

There is windshield chip damage in the camera's field of vision.

X Replace the windshield.

The windshield is fogged up on the inside.

X Defrost the windshield ( Y page 132).

The windshield is iced up.

X De-ice the windshield ( Y page 131).

There is dirt on the inside of the windshield.

X Clean the inside of the windshield ( Y page 306).

Lane Tracking package

General notes

The Lane Tracking package consists of Blind

Spot Assist ( Y page 195) and Lane Keeping

Assist ( Y page 197).

Blind Spot Assist

Important safety notes

G WARNING

Blind Spot Assist is only an aid designed to assist driving. It may fail to detect some vehicles and is no substitute for attentive driving.

Blind Spot Assist cannot detect road and traffic conditions. It may fail to detect narrow vehicles, such as motorcycles or bicycles, or may only detect them too late.

Monitoring may be affected by dirty sensors, strong spray or poor visibility caused by snow, rain or mist, for example. In this case, vehicles are detected late or not at all.

Always pay attention to traffic conditions and your surroundings. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dangers in time, cause an accident and injure yourself and others.

i USA only:

This device has been approved by the FCC as a “Vehicular Radar System”. The radar sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the

FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non-approved way.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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General notes

Blind Spot Assist uses a radar sensor system to monitor the areas on both sides of your vehicle. It supports you from speeds of approximately 20 mph (30 km/h). A warning display in the exterior mirrors draws your attention to vehicles detected in the monitored area. If you then switch on the corresponding turn signal to change lane, you will also receive an optical and audible collision warning. Blind Spot Assist uses sensors in the rear bumper for monitoring purposes.

For Blind Spot Assist to assist you when driving, the radar sensor system must be activated ( Y page 223) and operational.

Monitoring range of the sensors

G WARNING

Blind Spot Assist monitors certain areas in the immediate vicinity of your vehicle. Vehicles that approach and drive past at high speeds are not detected. There is no display and no warning.

If the lanes are very wide, it may not be possible to monitor the complete width of the neighboring lane. For this reason, vehicles in the next lane may not be detected, especially if they are driving in a staggered formation.

This may be the case if vehicles are driving at that edge of their lane which is furthest away from your vehicle.

Always pay attention to traffic conditions and your surroundings. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dangers in time, cause an accident and injure yourself and others.

The Blind Spot Assist monitors the area up to

3.0 m behind your vehicle and directly next to your vehicle, as shown in the diagram.

If the lanes are narrow, vehicles driving in the lane beyond the lane next to your vehicle may be indicated, especially if the vehicles are not driving in the middle of their lane. This may be the case if there are vehicles driving at the inner edge of their lanes.

Due to the nature of the system:

R warnings may be issued in error when driving close to crash barriers or similar solid lane borders.

R warnings may be interrupted when driving alongside long vehicles, for example lorries, for a prolonged time.

The two radar sensors for Blind Spot Assist are integrated into the sides of the rear bumper. Make sure that the bumper is free from dirt, ice or slush around the sensors. The sensors must not be covered, for example by cycle racks or overhanging loads. Following a severe impact or in the event of damage to the bumpers, have the function of the sensors checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

Blind Spot Assist may otherwise not work properly.

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Indicator and warning display

G WARNING

Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h). The indicator lamps in the exterior mirrors are yellow. Vehicles in the monitoring range are then not indicated.

Always pay attention to traffic conditions and your surroundings. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dangers in time, cause an accident and injure yourself and others.

Collision warning

If a vehicle is detected in the monitoring range of Blind Spot Assist and you switch on the corresponding turn signal, a double warning tone sounds. Red warning lamp : flashes. If the turn signal remains on, detected vehicles are indicated by the flashing of red warning lamp :. There are no further warning tones.

Switching on Blind Spot Assist

X Make sure that the radar sensor system

( Y page 223) and Blind Spot Assist

( Y page 219) are activated in the on-board computer.

X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.

Warning lamps : light up red in the exterior mirrors for approximately

1.5 seconds and then turn yellow.

Yellow indicator lamp/red warning lamp

When Blind Spot Assist is activated, indicator lamp : in the exterior mirrors lights up yellow at speeds of up to 20 mph (30 km/h).

At speeds above 20 mph (30 km/h), the indicator lamp goes out and Blind Spot Assist is operational.

If a vehicle is detected within the monitoring range of Blind Spot Assist at speeds above

20 mph (30km/h), warning lamp : on the corresponding side lights up red. This warning is always emitted when a vehicle enters the blind spot monitoring range from behind or from the side. When you overtake a vehicle, the warning only occurs if the difference in speed is less than 7 mph (12km/h).

The yellow indicator lamp goes out if reverse gear is engaged. In this event, Blind Spot

Assist is no longer active.

The brightness of the indicator/warning lamps is adjusted automatically according to the ambient light.

Lane Keeping Assist

Important safety notes

G WARNING

Lane Keeping Assist does not keep your vehicle in its lane. It is only an aid and may detect the lane markings on the road incorrectly or not at all.

The system may be impaired or may not function if:

R there is poor visibility, e.g. due to insufficient illumination of the road, or due to snow, rain, fog or spray.

R there is glare, e.g. from oncoming traffic, the sun, or reflection from other vehicles.

R the windshield is dirty, fogged up or covered, for instance by a sticker, in the vicinity of the camera.

R several or no lane markings for a single lane are present.

R the lane markings are worn away, dark or covered up, e.g. by dirt or snow.

R the distance to the vehicle in front is too small and the lane markings thus cannot be detected.

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R the lane markings on the road are unclear, e.g. near roadworks.

R the lane markings change quickly, e.g.

lanes branch off, cross one another or merge.

R the road is narrow and winding.

Lane Keeping Assist cannot detect road and traffic conditions. It is not a substitute for attentive driving. You are responsible for the vehicle's speed, braking in good time, and steering correctly. Always adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions. Always pay attention to traffic conditions and your surroundings. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dangers in time, cause an accident and injure yourself and others.

General notes

Lane Keeping Assist monitors the area in front of your vehicle by means of a camera : at the top of the windshield. Lane

Keeping Assist detects lane markings on the road and warns you before you leave your lane unintentionally.

If you have selected km as the display unit in the Display Unit Speed-/

Odometer ( Y page 220) function in the onboard computer, Lane Keeping Assist assists you at speeds above 60 km/h. If miles is selected as the display unit, the assistance range starts at 40 mph.

A warning may be given if a front wheel passes over a lane marking. It will warn you by means of intermittent vibration in the steering wheel for up to 1.5 seconds.

Switching on Lane Keeping Assist

X Switch on Active Lane Keeping Assist using the on-board computer; to do so, select

Standard or Adaptive ( Y page 219).

Symbol : appears in the multifunction display.

If your speed exceeds 40 mph (60 km/h) and lane markings are detected, symbol : is highlighted in green. Lane

Keeping Assist is ready for use.

Standard

If Standard is selected, no warning vibration occurs if:

R you switch on the turn signals. In this event, the warnings are suppressed for a certain period of time.

R a driving safety system intervenes, such as

ABS, BAS or ESP ® .

Adaptive

If Adaptive is selected, no warning vibration occurs if:

R you switch on the turn signals. In this event, the warnings are suppressed for a certain period of time.

R a driving safety system intervenes, e.g.

ABS, BAS or ESP ® .

R you accelerate hard, e.g. kickdown.

R you brake hard.

R you steer actively, e.g. swerve to avoid an obstacle or change lane quickly.

R you cut the corner on a sharp bend.

In order that you are warned only when necessary and in good time if you cross the

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The warning vibration occurs earlier if:

R you approach the outer lane marking on a bend.

R the road has very wide lanes, e.g. a freeway.

R the system recognizes solid lane markings.

The warning vibration occurs later if:

R the road has narrow lanes.

R you cut the corner on a bend.

Active Driving Assistance package

General notes

The Active Driving Assistance package consists of DISTRONIC PLUS ( Y page 167),

Active Blind Spot Assist ( Y page 199) and

Active Lane Keeping Assist ( Y page 203).

Active Blind Spot Assist

Important safety notes

G WARNING

Active Blind Spot Assist is only an aid, and may detect vehicles/obstacles incorrectly or not at all.

The system may be impaired or may not function if:

R there is poor visibility, e.g. due to snow, rain, fog or spray.

R the rear and/or front sensors are dirty.

Active Blind Spot Assist may not detect narrow vehicles, such as motorcycles or bicycles, or may only detect them too late. It cannot detect vehicles that are overtaken at a small distance and then enter the blind spot area.

Active Blind Spot Assist cannot detect road and traffic conditions. It is not a substitute for attentive driving. You are responsible for the vehicle's speed, braking in good time, and steering correctly. Always adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions. Always pay attention to traffic conditions and your surroundings. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dangers in time, cause an accident and injure yourself and others.

i USA only:

FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non-approved way.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

i Canada only: This device complies with

RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference, and

2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted. Do not tamper with, alter, or use the device in any non-approved way.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

General notes

Active Blind Spot Assist uses a radar sensor system to monitor the side areas of your vehicle which are in back of the driver. A warning display in the exterior mirrors draws your attention to vehicles detected in the monitored area. If you then switch on the corresponding turn signal to change lane, you will also receive an optical and audible warning. If a risk of lateral collision is detected, corrective braking may help you

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Spot Assist uses the forward-facing radar sensor system. The free space in the direction of travel is then evaluated.

Active Blind Spot Assist supports you from a speed of approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).

For Active Blind Spot Assist to assist you when driving, the radar sensor system must be activated ( Y page 223) and operational.

Monitoring area

G WARNING

Active Blind Spot Assist monitors certain areas in the immediate vicinity of your vehicle.

Vehicles that approach and drive past at high speeds are not detected. No visual nor audible warnings are emitted and the system does not brake the vehicle to correct your course.

This may be the case if vehicles are driving at that edge of their lane which is furthest away from your vehicle.

Always pay attention to traffic conditions and your surroundings. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dangers in time, cause an accident and injure yourself and others.

Active Blind Spot Assist monitors the area up to 10 ft (3.0m) behind your vehicle and directly next to your vehicle, as shown in the diagram. For this purpose, Active Blind Spot

Assist uses radar sensors in the rear bumper.

Due to the nature of the system:

R warnings may be issued in error when driving close to crash barriers or similar solid lane borders.

R warnings may be interrupted when driving alongside long vehicles, for example lorries, for a prolonged time.

The Active Blind Spot Assist radar sensors are integrated into the front and rear bumpers and behind a cover in the radiator grill. Make sure that the bumpers and the cover in the radiator grill are free of dirt, ice or slush. The rear sensors must not be covered, for example by cycle racks or overhanging cargo.

Following a severe impact or in the event of damage to the bumpers, have the function of the radar sensors checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Active Blind Spot Assist may otherwise no longer work properly.

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Indicator and warning display

G WARNING

Active Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below 20 mph (30km/h). The indicator lamps in the exterior mirrors are yellow. Vehicles in the monitoring range are then not indicated.

Always pay attention to traffic conditions and your surroundings. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dangers in time, cause an accident and injure yourself and others.

: Yellow indicator lamp/red warning lamp

When Active Blind Spot Assist is activated, indicator lamp : in the exterior mirrors lights up yellow at speeds of up to

20 mph(30km/h). At speeds above 20 mph

(30km/h), the indicator lamp goes out and

Active Blind Spot Assist is operational.

If a vehicle is detected within the monitoring range of Blind Spot Assist at speeds above

20 mph (30km/h), warning lamp : on the corresponding side lights up red. This warning is always given when a vehicle enters the blind spot monitoring range from behind or from the side. When you overtake a vehicle, the warning only occurs if the difference in speed is less than 7 mph (12km/h).

The yellow indicator lamp goes out if reverse gear is engaged. In this event, Active Blind

Spot Assist is no longer active.

The brightness of the indicator/warning lamps is adjusted automatically according to the ambient light.

Visual and audible collision warnings

If you switch on the turn signals to change lanes and a vehicle is detected in the side monitoring range, you receive a visual and acoustic collision warning. You then hear a double warning tone and red warning lamp : flashes. If the turn signal remains on, detected vehicles are indicated by the flashing of red warning lamp :. There are no further warning tones.

Course-correcting brake application

G WARNING

Active Blind Spot Assist is only an aid designed to assist driving. It is not a substitute for attentive driving. In some cases, the course-correcting brake application is not sufficient to avoid a collision. In such a case, you must steer, brake or accelerate.

In very rare cases, the system may erroneously detect a danger of collision in the area of crash barriers or similar lane borders and apply the brakes. Active Blind Spot Assist does not detect all traffic situations and road users. Always make sure that there is sufficient distance on the side for other traffic or obstacles. An inappropriate brake application may be interrupted at any time if you steer slightly in the opposite direction or accelerate.

You are responsible for driving at appropriate speeds, braking in good time, and steering correctly. Always adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions. Always pay attention to traffic conditions and your surroundings. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dangers in time, cause an accident and injure yourself and others.

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R ESP ® is switched off.

R a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire is detected.

Switching on Active Blind Spot Assist

X Make sure that the radar sensor system

( Y page 223) and Active Blind Spot Assist

( Y page 219) are activated in the on-board computer.

X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.

Warning lamps : light up red in the exterior mirrors for approximately

1.5 seconds and then turn yellow.

If Active Blind Spot Assist detects a risk of a lateral collision in the monitoring range, a course-correcting brake application is carried out. This is meant to assist you in avoiding a collision.

If a course-correcting brake application occurs, red warning lamp : flashes in the exterior mirror and a dual warning tone sounds. In addition, the message shown in the illustration appears in the multifunction display.

The course-correcting brake application is available in the speed range between 20 mph

(30 km/h) and120 mph (200km/h).

Either no braking application, or a coursecorrecting brake application adapted to the driving situation occurs if:

R there are vehicles or obstacles, e.g. crash barriers, located on both sides of your vehicle.

R a vehicle approaches you too closely at the side.

R you have adopted a sporty driving style with high cornering speeds.

R you clearly brake or accelerate.

R a driving safety system intervenes, e.g.

ESP ® or PRE-SAFE ® Brake.

Active Lane Keeping Assist

Important safety notes

G WARNING

Active Lane Keeping Assist does not keep your vehicle in its lane. It is only an aid and may detect the lane markings on the road incorrectly or not at all.

The system may be impaired or may not function if:

R there is poor visibility, e.g. due to inadequate illumination of the road surface, snow, rain, fog or spray.

R there is glare, e.g. from oncoming traffic, the sun, or reflection from other vehicles.

R the windshield is dirty, fogged up or covered, for instance by a sticker, in the vicinity of the camera.

R several or no lane markings for a single lane are present.

R the lane markings are worn away, dark or covered up, e.g. by dirt or snow.

R the distance to the vehicle in front is too small, and as a result the lane markings cannot be recognized.

R the lane markings on the road are unclear, e.g. near roadworks.

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R the lane markings change quickly, e.g.

branch off, cross or merge.

R the road is narrow and winding.

Active Lane Keeping Assist cannot detect road and traffic conditions. It is not a substitute for attentive driving. You are responsible for the vehicle's speed, braking in good time and steering correctly. Always adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions. Always pay attention to traffic conditions and your surroundings. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dangers in time, cause an accident and injure yourself and others.

General notes

Active Lane Keeping Assist monitors the area in front of your vehicle by means of a camera : at the top of the windshield. Active

Lane Keeping Assist detects lane markings on the road and warns you before you leave your lane unintentionally. If you do not react to the warning, a lane-correcting application of the brakes can bring the vehicle back into the original lane.

If you have selected km as the display unit in the Display Unit Speed-/

Odometer ( Y page 220) function in the onboard computer, Active Lane Keeping Assist assists you at speeds above 60 km/h. If miles is selected as the display unit, the assistance range starts at 40 mph.

Warning vibration in the steering wheel

A warning may be given if a front wheel passes over a lane marking. It will warn you by means of intermittent vibration in the steering wheel for up to 1.5 seconds.

In order that you are warned only when necessary and in good time if you cross the lane marking, the system recognizes certain conditions and warns you accordingly.

The warning vibration occurs earlier if:

R you approach the outer lane marking on a bend.

R the road has very wide lanes, e.g. a freeway.

R the system recognizes solid lane markings.

The warning vibration occurs later if:

R the road has narrow lanes.

R you cut the corner on a bend.

Lane-correcting brake application

G WARNING

Active Lane Keeping Assist does not keep your vehicle in its lane. It is only an aid designed to assist driving. It is not a substitute for attentive driving. In some cases, the lanecorrecting brake application is not sufficient to bring your vehicle back to the original lane.

In such cases, you must steer the vehicle yourself to ensure that it does not leave the lane.

Active Lane Keeping Assist does not detect road and traffic conditions. Always make sure that there is sufficient distance to the side for other traffic or obstacles. In rare cases, unclear markings or particular structures on the roadway can be recognized as solid lane markings. An inappropriate brake application, e.g. after intentionally driving over a solid lane marking, may be interrupted at any time by steering slightly in the opposite direction.

Active Lane Keeping Assist cannot take weather conditions into account.

You are responsible for the driving at appropriate speeds, braking in good time, and steering correctly. Always adapt your driving

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The message shown in the illustration appears in the multifunction display when a lane-correcting brake application occurs.

If you leave your lane under certain circumstances the vehicle will brake briefly on one side. This is meant to assist you in bringing the vehicle back to the original lane.

This function is available in the range between

40 mph and 120 mph (60 km/h and

200 km/h).

A lane-correcting brake application can only be made after driving over a solid, recognizable lane marking. Before this, a warning must be given by means of intermittent vibration in the steering wheel.

In addition, a lane with lane markings on both sides must be recognized. The brake application also slightly reduces vehicle speed.

i A further lane-correcting brake application can only occur after your vehicle has returned to the original lane.

No lane-correcting brake application occurs if:

R you clearly and actively steer, brake or accelerate.

R you cut the corner on a sharp bend.

R you have switched on the turn signals.

R a driving safety system intervenes, e.g.

ESP ® , PRE-SAFE ® Brake or Active Blind

Spot Assist.

R you have adopted a sporty driving style with high cornering speeds or high rates of acceleration.

R ESP ® is switched off.

R the transmission is not in position D.

R a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire has been detected and displayed.

Active Lane Keeping Assist does not detect traffic situations or road users. An inappropriate brake application may be interrupted at any time if you:

R steer slightly in the opposite direction.

R use a turn signal.

R clearly brake or accelerate.

A lane-correcting brake application is interrupted automatically if:

R a driving safety system intervenes, e.g.

ESP ® , PRE-SAFE ® Brake or Active Blind

Spot Assist.

R lane markings can no longer be recognized.

Switching on Active Lane Keeping Assist

X Switch on Active Lane Keeping Assist using the on-board computer; to do so, select

Standard or Adaptive ( Y page 219).

Symbol : appears in the multifunction display.

If your speed exceeds 40 mph (60 km/h) and lane markings are detected, symbol : is highlighted in green. Active

Lane Keeping Assist is ready for use.

If Standard is selected, no warning vibration occurs if:

R you have switched on the turn signals. In this event, the warnings are suppressed for a certain period of time.

R a driving safety system intervenes, such as ABS, BAS or ESP ® .

If Adaptive is selected, no warning vibration occurs if:

R you have switched on the turn signals. In this event, the warnings are suppressed for a certain period of time.

R a driving safety system intervenes, e.g.

ABS, BAS or ESP ® .

R you accelerate hard, e.g. kickdown.

R you brake hard.

R you steer actively, e.g. swerve to avoid an obstacle or change lane quickly.

R you cut the corner on a sharp bend.

X Switch on Active Lane Keeping Assist using the on-board computer; to do so, select

Standard or Adaptive ( Y page 219).

Symbol : appears in the multifunction display.

If your speed exceeds 40 mph (60 km/h) and lane markings are detected, symbol : is highlighted. Active Lane

Keeping Assist is ready for use.

If Standard is selected, no warning vibration occurs if:

R you have switched on the turn signals. In this event, the warnings are suppressed for a certain period of time.

R a driving safety system intervenes, such as ABS, BAS or ESP ® .

If Adaptive is selected, no warning vibration occurs if:

R you have switched on the turn signals. In this event, the warnings are suppressed for a certain period of time.

R a driving safety system intervenes, e.g.

ABS, BAS or ESP ® .

R you accelerate hard, e.g. kickdown.

R you brake hard.

R you steer actively, e.g. swerve to avoid an obstacle or change lane quickly.

R you cut the corner on a sharp bend.

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Useful information ............................ 208

Important safety notes .................... 208

Displays and controls ....................... 209

Menus and submenus ...................... 212

Display messages ............................. 228

Warning and indicator lamps in the

instrument cluster ............................ 255

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