Owner's Manual
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...) ...230 Unlocking (Mechanical key) ...343 DOT (Department of Transportation) ...269 Drinking and driving ...275 Driving Abroad ...278 Hydroplaning ...278 Instructions ...124, 274 In winter ...273 Problems ...127 Safety systems ...70 Systems ...160 Through standing water ...278 With Distronic ...169 Driving and parking Safety notes ...124 Driving off ...126, 277 Driving safety...
...) ...230 Unlocking (Mechanical key) ...343 DOT (Department of Transportation) ...269 Drinking and driving ...275 Driving Abroad ...278 Hydroplaning ...278 Instructions ...124, 274 In winter ...273 Problems ...127 Safety systems ...70 Systems ...160 Through standing water ...278 With Distronic ...169 Driving and parking Safety notes ...124 Driving off ...126, 277 Driving safety...
Owner's Manual
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... Rear door window, Blocking operation ...69 Synchronizing ...122 Practical hints ...290 Preglow indicator lamp ...125 PRE-SAFE® ...59 Messages in the multifunction display ...298 Problems While driving ...127 With vehicle ...23 Product information ...19 Production options weight ...270 Program mode selector switch Automatic shift program ...133 Manual shift program ...135...
... Rear door window, Blocking operation ...69 Synchronizing ...122 Practical hints ...290 Preglow indicator lamp ...125 PRE-SAFE® ...59 Messages in the multifunction display ...298 Problems While driving ...127 With vehicle ...23 Product information ...19 Production options weight ...270 Program mode selector switch Automatic shift program ...133 Manual shift program ...135...
Owner's Manual
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... ...254, 255 Information placard ...249 Inspection ...248 Labeling ...261 Load rating ...271 Messages in the multifunction display ...307, 328 Ply composition and material used 271 Problems under-/overinflation ...254 Retreads ...247 Rims and tires (technical data) ...384 Rotation ...271 Run Flat Indicator ...256 Service life ...248 Sizes ...384, 385 Snow chains...
... ...254, 255 Information placard ...249 Inspection ...248 Labeling ...261 Load rating ...271 Messages in the multifunction display ...307, 328 Ply composition and material used 271 Problems under-/overinflation ...254 Retreads ...247 Rims and tires (technical data) ...384 Rotation ...271 Run Flat Indicator ...256 Service life ...248 Sizes ...384, 385 Snow chains...
Owner's Manual
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... you, your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should experience a problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management or, if necessary, contact us at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to : Administrator, NHTSA ...as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of vehicles, it finds that your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. or write to www.safercar.gov; Introduction Reporting safety defects Problems with your vehicle If you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in ...
... you, your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should experience a problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management or, if necessary, contact us at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to : Administrator, NHTSA ...as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of vehicles, it finds that your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. or write to www.safercar.gov; Introduction Reporting safety defects Problems with your vehicle If you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in ...
Owner's Manual
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... information on the windshield or noisy/chattering wiper blades, wipe with washer fluid X Press the combination switch in direction of arrow 2 past the resistance point. Problems with wipers Wiping with washer fluid every now and then even when it is raining. X Rthe Rear window wiper/washer Single wipe X Press the combination...
... information on the windshield or noisy/chattering wiper blades, wipe with washer fluid X Press the combination switch in direction of arrow 2 past the resistance point. Problems with wipers Wiping with washer fluid every now and then even when it is raining. X Rthe Rear window wiper/washer Single wipe X Press the combination...
Owner's Manual
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...forward or in a safe location as soon as possible. X If engaged, release the parking brake. Have the problem checked at a safe distance from the roadway. Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires RGasoline RThe In case of accident If the vehicle is only possible... transmission into reverse gear R or park position P when the vehicle is firmly on the brake pedal. ! X Exit the vehicle at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. X Notify local fire and/or police authorities. X X X Wait for the gear selection process to reach its...
...forward or in a safe location as soon as possible. X If engaged, release the parking brake. Have the problem checked at a safe distance from the roadway. Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires RGasoline RThe In case of accident If the vehicle is only possible... transmission into reverse gear R or park position P when the vehicle is firmly on the brake pedal. ! X Exit the vehicle at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. X Notify local fire and/or police authorities. X X X Wait for the gear selection process to reach its...
Owner's Manual
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.... 1 Driver's door B-pillar on the Tire and Loading Information placard with regards to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. 1 Load limit information on the Tire and Loading Information placard The Tire and Loading Information placard showing the load limit information is...
.... 1 Driver's door B-pillar on the Tire and Loading Information placard with regards to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. 1 Load limit information on the Tire and Loading Information placard The Tire and Loading Information placard showing the load limit information is...
Owner's Manual
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... consult the tire inflation pressure label (if available) on the inside of the trailer weight and everything loaded in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Overloading the tires can also result in it affects the load you are carrying in your vehicle. Trailer tongue... the filler flap for illustration purposes only. i Data shown on tire inflation pressure" (Y page 254). Do not overinflate tires. Your Mercedes-Benz has been designed primarily to become punctured or damaged by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information...
... consult the tire inflation pressure label (if available) on the inside of the trailer weight and everything loaded in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Overloading the tires can also result in it affects the load you are carrying in your vehicle. Trailer tongue... the filler flap for illustration purposes only. i Data shown on tire inflation pressure" (Y page 254). Do not overinflate tires. Your Mercedes-Benz has been designed primarily to become punctured or damaged by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information...
Owner's Manual
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...it is legal and conditions allow, consult the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for speeds above 100 mph (160 km/h) as original equipment. Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires. Tire... pressures for maximum loaded vehicle weight. If you will be driving your vehicle is adjusted to fail from around the rim. Potential problems associated with the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap (if available) on tire inflation pressure G Warning...
...it is legal and conditions allow, consult the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for speeds above 100 mph (160 km/h) as original equipment. Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires. Tire... pressures for maximum loaded vehicle weight. If you will be driving your vehicle is adjusted to fail from around the rim. Potential problems associated with the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap (if available) on tire inflation pressure G Warning...
Owner's Manual
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...'s door B-pillar (Y page 250). Overloading the tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort, wear unevenly, increase stopping distance, and result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Overinflated tires can Radversely Rcause Rbe Check and adjust the tire inflation pressure when the tires are more likely to become punctured...
...'s door B-pillar (Y page 250). Overloading the tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort, wear unevenly, increase stopping distance, and result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Overinflated tires can Radversely Rcause Rbe Check and adjust the tire inflation pressure when the tires are more likely to become punctured...
Owner's Manual
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... km/h) up to 106 mph (170 km/h) the tire manufacturer's option, any tire with the maximum load a tire can include a "ZR" in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. To determine the maximum speed capability of the tire speed rating, local speed limits should be referred to prevailing conditions. If your...
... km/h) up to 106 mph (170 km/h) the tire manufacturer's option, any tire with the maximum load a tire can include a "ZR" in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. To determine the maximum speed capability of the tire speed rating, local speed limits should be referred to prevailing conditions. If your...
Owner's Manual
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... 263). Maximum tire inflation pressure G Warning! For example, "3202" represents the 32nd week of manufacture. Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Overloading the tires can overheat them, possibly causing a blowout. Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort, wear unevenly, increase stopping...
... 263). Maximum tire inflation pressure G Warning! For example, "3202" represents the 32nd week of manufacture. Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Overloading the tires can overheat them, possibly causing a blowout. Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort, wear unevenly, increase stopping...
Owner's Manual
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... any further. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can be seriously burned. ! Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system. You can result in an accident. This will not solve the problem. ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) G Warning...
... any further. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can be seriously burned. ! Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system. You can result in an accident. This will not solve the problem. ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) G Warning...
Owner's Manual
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The brake system is still Failure to do if ... Brake Problem - X Release the parking brake. The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while driving and an acoustic warning sounds. messages in the multifunction SAFE® are ... and the ABS indicator lamp should go out: Have the alternator and sufficiently. Wheels may appear in multifunction X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center display). You are also switched off (see display (Y page 295). functioning normally but without the systems specified above the required value again, the...
The brake system is still Failure to do if ... Brake Problem - X Release the parking brake. The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while driving and an acoustic warning sounds. messages in the multifunction SAFE® are ... and the ABS indicator lamp should go out: Have the alternator and sufficiently. Wheels may appear in multifunction X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center display). You are also switched off (see display (Y page 295). functioning normally but without the systems specified above the required value again, the...
Owner's Manual
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... brake fluid reservoir has fallen to do so. G Warning! Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in an accident. Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X There is insufficient brake fluid in ; (USA only) the reservoir. 3 (Canada only) The red brake warning lamp comes on while...! Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This will not solve the problem.
... brake fluid reservoir has fallen to do so. G Warning! Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in an accident. Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X There is insufficient brake fluid in ; (USA only) the reservoir. 3 (Canada only) The red brake warning lamp comes on while...! Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This will not solve the problem.
Owner's Manual
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... not, the seat of whether the seat belts are items placed on and remains lit for a maximum and your passengers to do if ... Safety systems Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions < The red seat belt telltale The seat belt telltale reminds you X Fasten your for a maximum of seat belt. 6 seconds after...
... not, the seat of whether the seat belts are items placed on and remains lit for a maximum and your passengers to do if ... Safety systems Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions < The red seat belt telltale The seat belt telltale reminds you X Fasten your for a maximum of seat belt. 6 seconds after...
Owner's Manual
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...malfunction in the restraint systems. The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) could deploy unexpectedly or fail to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Remove the items from the front passenger seat and put them in an accident. Suggested solutions X Drive with increasing... Warning! i After 60 seconds with an unfastened seat belt the warning chime stops sounding and the seat belt telltale illuminates continuously. Problem 1 The red SRS indicator lamp comes on the front passenger seat and therefore the system senses the front passenger seat as outlined...
...malfunction in the restraint systems. The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) could deploy unexpectedly or fail to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Remove the items from the front passenger seat and put them in an accident. Suggested solutions X Drive with increasing... Warning! i After 60 seconds with an unfastened seat belt the warning chime stops sounding and the seat belt telltale illuminates continuously. Problem 1 The red SRS indicator lamp comes on the front passenger seat and therefore the system senses the front passenger seat as outlined...
Owner's Manual
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...system recognizes that the vehicle starts to skid or that a wheel is running . X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Problem v The yellow ESP® warning lamp comes on while the engine is spinning. Risk of accident! Exceptions: (Y page 74...). Read and observe additional messages that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked. Z 335 The ESP...
...system recognizes that the vehicle starts to skid or that a wheel is running . X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Problem v The yellow ESP® warning lamp comes on while the engine is spinning. Risk of accident! Exceptions: (Y page 74...). Read and observe additional messages that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked. Z 335 The ESP...
Owner's Manual
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... an accident. The cruise control and the Distronic system are gaining too rapidly on the vehicle ahead of you to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X X v The yellow ESP® warning The ESP® or Electronic Traction lamp flashes while driving.... Failure to the prevailing road and weather conditions. Driving systems Problem l The red distance warning lamp comes on the accelerator pedal. X X Apply the brakes immediately. You may need to brake or maneuver ...
... an accident. The cruise control and the Distronic system are gaining too rapidly on the vehicle ahead of you to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X X v The yellow ESP® warning The ESP® or Electronic Traction lamp flashes while driving.... Failure to the prevailing road and weather conditions. Driving systems Problem l The red distance warning lamp comes on the accelerator pedal. X X Apply the brakes immediately. You may need to brake or maneuver ...
Owner's Manual
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comes on when the engine is running. Refuel at the next gas station. Z 337 Practical hints What to do if ... Vehicle Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X A The yellow fuel tank The fuel level has gone below the reserve warning lamp reserve mark.
comes on when the engine is running. Refuel at the next gas station. Z 337 Practical hints What to do if ... Vehicle Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X A The yellow fuel tank The fuel level has gone below the reserve warning lamp reserve mark.