Citizen CD-S500S Operator's Manual

S-Class Operator’s Manual

9Product information왔IntroductionProduct informationPlease observe the following in your own best interest:We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz pa

99Controls in detailLocking and unlockingTrunk lid opening/closing system*You can open or close the trunk lid from the inside if the vehicle is statio

100Controls in detailLocking and unlockingThe trunk can also be opened using the SmartKey (컄 page 90) or from its inside in an emergency, see “Trunk l

101Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk lid from the outside (vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*)1 Trunk lid closing switch왘 Press trunk

102Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk lid from the outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*)1 Trunk lid closing switch왘 Make sure you

103Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk lid and locking the ve-hicle from the outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*)On vehicles with

104Controls in detailLocking and unlockingTrunk lid emergency releaseThe emergency release button is located on the inside of the trunk lid.1 Emergenc

105Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeparately locking the trunk lid The lock is located next to the recessed handle.1 Locked2 Neutral position왘

106Controls in detailLocking and unlockingPower closing assist for doors and trunk lidPower closing assist for doors왘 Press the doors gently past the

107Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLocking and unlocking from the insideYou can lock or unlock the doors and the trunk from inside using the ce

108Controls in detailSeats왔 SeatsFor more information on seat adjustment, see “Seat adjustment” (컄 page 35).Easy-entry/exit featureWith the easy-entr

10IntroductionOperator’s Manual왔 Operator’s ManualThis Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully

109Controls in detailSeatsRemoving and installing front seat head restraintsFor information on head restraint adjust-ment, see the “Getting started” s

110Controls in detailSeatsRear seat head restraintsFolding head restraints backThe rear seat head restraints and the rear seat power head restraints*

111Controls in detailSeatsPlacing power head restraints* upright왘 Make sure the ignition is switched on.All the lamps in the instrument cluster come o

112Controls in detailSeatsLumbar supportYou can adjust the contour of the seat’s lumbar support to best support your spine.The thumbwheel for the driv

113Controls in detailSeatsLumbar region support왘 Press k or j on rocker switch 4.This selects the air cushion you wish to adjust.왘 Press æ or ç on roc

114Controls in detailSeatsActivating왘 Press button 1.The indicator lamp in the switch comes on and the following message appears in the multifunction

115Controls in detailSeatsSwitching off seat heating왘 Press switch 1 again. Switching on rapid seat heating왘 Press switch 2.Both red indicator lamps a

116Controls in detailSeatsSwitching on seat heating왘 Press switch 1 twice.A red indicator lamp above the switch comes on. Switching off seat heating왘

117Controls in detailSeatsSeat ventilation*The switch is located on the door. Seat ventilation can be activated manually with the SmartKey in starter

118Controls in detailSeatsRear seatsPower seat bench*The switches for adjusting the seat bench are located at the respective rear doors.1 Seat bench f

11IntroductionOperator’s ManualImportant notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobilesUnder California law you may be e

119Controls in detailSeatsSeat fore and aft adjustment왘 Press switch forward or backward in di-rection of arrow 1.Seat height왘 Press switch up or down

120Controls in detailSeats왘 Switch on ignition.or왘 Open the right rear passenger door.왘 Press button 1 to adjust the front passenger seat.Passenger se

121Controls in detailMemory function왔 Memory functionYou can store up to three different settings per SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*.The follow

122Controls in detailMemory functionStoring positions into memory왘 Adjust the seats, steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors to the de-sired pos

123Controls in detailMemory function1 Passenger-side exterior rear view mir-ror button2 Adjustment buttonM Memory button왘 Stop the vehicle.왘 Switch on

124Controls in detailLighting왔 LightingFor information on how to switch on the headlamps and use the turn signals, see “Switching on headlamps” (컄 pag

125Controls in detailLightingTo activate the daytime running lamp mode, see “Setting daytime running lamp mode (USA only)” (컄 page 156).Manual headlam

126Controls in detailLightingDaytime running lamp mode왘 Turn exterior lamp switch to position M or U.When the engine is running, the low beam headlamp

127Controls in detailLightingSwitching on fog lampsSwitching on front fog lamps왘 Make sure the low beam headlamps are switched on.왘 Pull out exterior

128Controls in detailLightingCombination switchThe combination switch is located on the left side of the steering column.1 High beam2 High beam flashe

12IntroductionOperator’s ManualMaintenanceThe Service Booklet describes all the nec-essary maintenance work which should be performed at regular inter

129Controls in detailLightingSwitching on the hazard warning flasher왘 Press hazard warning flasher switch.All turn signals will flash.Switching off th

130Controls in detailLightingDeactivating automatic control왘 Press the ñ symbol on rocker switch 4.The interior lighting remains switched off in darkn

131Controls in detailInstrument cluster왔 Instrument clusterA full view illustration of the instrument cluster can be found in the “At a glance” sectio

132Controls in detailInstrument clusterCoolant temperature gaugeDuring severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go traffic, the coolant tem-perature

133Controls in detailInstrument clusterTachometerThe red marking on the tachometer de-notes excessive engine speed.To help protect the engine, the fue

134Controls in detailControl system왔 Control systemThe control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position

135Controls in detailControl systemMultifunction steering wheelThe displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are co

136Controls in detailControl systemPressing any of the buttons on the multi-function steering wheel will alter what is shown in the multifunction disp

137Controls in detailControl systemMenus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus.The table on the next page provides an overview o

138Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsMenu 1Standard dis-playMenu 2AUDIOMenu 3Telephone*Menu 4NAVIMenu 5Distronic*Menu 6Trip

13IntroductionOperator’s ManualOperating your vehicle outside the USA or CanadaIf you plan to operate your vehicle in for-eign countries, please be aw

139Controls in detailControl systemStandard display menuYou can select the functions in the stan-dard display menu with button k or j.The following fu

140Controls in detailControl systemSelect radio station왘 Turn on the radio. Refer to separate COMAND operating instructions.왘 Press button è or ÿ repe

141Controls in detailControl systemOperate the CD player왘 Turn on the radio and select the CD player. Refer to separate COMAND op-erating instructions

142Controls in detailControl systemCD changer* operating modeGeneral notesShould excessively high temperatures oc-cur while in CD mode, CD TEMP HIGH w

143Controls in detailControl systemOperational readiness of CD changerIf a CD changer has been installed in the system, it can be operated from the CO

144Controls in detailControl systemTEL menu*You can use the functions in the TEL menu to operate your telephone, provided it is connected to a hands-f

145Controls in detailControl systemThe following functions are available: Answering a callWhen your telephone is ready to receive calls, you can answe

146Controls in detailControl systemWhen the message PLEASE WAIT! dis-appears, the phone book has been loaded.왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until th

147Controls in detailControl systemNAVI menuIn the NAVI menu, you will see which status the navigation system has.왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly unt

148Controls in detailControl systemDistronic activatedWhen you activate Distronic, you will see the set speed for about five seconds in the Distronic

14IntroductionWhere to find it왔 Where to find itThis Operator’s Manual is designed to pro-vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle

149Controls in detailControl systemFuel consumption since last reset왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the trip comp

150Controls in detailControl systemCall up range (distance to empty)왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the Trip comp

151Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button k or j.The stored messages will now be dis-played in the order in which the mal-functions have occur

152Controls in detailControl systemSubmenus in the Settings menu왘 Press button k or j.In the display you see the collection of the submenus.왘 Press bu

153Controls in detailControl systemThe table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. De-tailed instructions on making indiv

154Controls in detailControl systemInstrument cluster submenuAccess the INST. CLUS. submenu via the SETTINGS menu. Use the INST. CLUS. sub-menu to cha

155Controls in detailControl systemSelecting language왘 Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the INST. CLUS. submenu.왘 Press button j or

156Controls in detailControl systemSetting daytime running lamp mode (USA only)왘 Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the LIGHT-ING sub

157Controls in detailControl system왘 Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the LIGHT-ING submenu.왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until

158Controls in detailControl system왘 Press æ or ç to select the de-sired lamp-on period.You can select:앫0 S, the delayed switch-off feature is deactiv

15IntroductionSymbols왔 SymbolsThe following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:* Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since sta

159Controls in detailControl systemVehicle submenuAccess the VEHICLE submenu via the SET-INGS menu. Use the VEHICLE submenu to make general vehicle se

160Controls in detailControl systemConvenience submenuAccess the CONVENIENCE submenu via the SETTINGS menu. Use the CONVENIENCE sub-menu to change the

161Controls in detailControl systemAfter entering the vehicle, the steering wheel and seat will move into the position stored in memory when:앫 the dri

162Controls in detailControl systemSetting parking position for exterior rear view mirrorUse the MIRROR SETTING WHEN PARKING function to select whethe

163Controls in detailControl systemAdjusting drive-dynamic seatsUse this function to adjust the settings for the drive-dynamic seat.왘 Move the selecti

164Controls in detailAutomatic transmission왔 Automatic transmissionFor more information on driving with an au-tomatic transmission, see the “Getting s

165Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionOne-touch gearshifting Even with an automatic transmission you can change the gears manually when the gear

166Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear rangesWith the gear selector lever in position D, you can limit the transmission’s gear range by press

167Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear selector lever positionEffectì Park position Gear selector lever position when the vehicle is parked.

168Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionSteering wheel gearshift control (Speedshift) S 55 AMGYou can change the gears manually on the steering whe

16IntroductionOperating safety왔 Operating safetyProper use of the vehicleProper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following i

169Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionThe steering wheel gearshift buttons are located to the left and right of the steering wheel.1 Left button:

170Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionProgram mode selector switchThe program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center con

171Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionManual shift program S 55 AMGIn the manual shift program mode you can change the gears manually on the stee

172Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionDownshifting왘 Briefly press the gear selector lever to the left in the D- direction (컄 page 165).or왘 Press

173Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionDeactivating manual shift program왘 Press the program mode selector switch repeatedly until S or C for autom

174Controls in detailGood visibility왔 Good visibilityFor information on the windshield wipers, see “Windshield wipers” (컄 page 48) and for setting the

175Controls in detailGood visibilityActivating exterior rear view mirror parking positionFollow these steps to activate the mirror parking position so

176Controls in detailGood visibilityElectrically folding exterior rear view mirrorsFolding the exterior mirrors in and out automaticallyWhen the corre

177Controls in detailGood visibilityWindshield wipersFor more information on the windshield wipers, see “Windshield wipers” (컄 page 48).A rain sensor

178Controls in detailGood visibilitySun visorsThe sun visors protect you from sun glare while driving.왘 Swing sun visors down when you expe-rience gla

17IntroductionProblems with your vehicle왔 Problems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you be

179Controls in detailGood visibilityRear window sunshade*The switch is located in the center console.1 Rear window sunshade switch왘 Switch on ignition

180Controls in detailAutomatic climate control왔 Automatic climate control

181Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlItem1 Left center air vent, adjustable2 Left air vent, fixed3 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left

182Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAutomatic climate control panelThe automatic climate control is operation-al whenever the engine is runn

183Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlNearly all dust particles, pollutants and odors are filtered out before outside air en-ters the passenge

184Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAdjusting the temperature for center air ventsWhen outside temperatures are low, you can manually raise

185Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAdjusting manually왘 Press left or right button U.The button emerges and the h, », d and c symbols become

186Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAdjusting air volumeUse air volume control 9 (컄 page 182) for both automatic and manual air volume ad-ju

187Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlDefrostingActivating왘 Press button P (컄 page 182). The indicator lamp on the button comes on.왘 Switch of

188Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlDeactivating왘 Press button , (컄 page 182).The indicator lamp on the button goes out.The air recirculatio

18IntroductionReporting safety defects왔 Reporting safety defectsFor the USA only:The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Ti

189Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlDeactivating왘 Press button e (컄 page 182).The indicator lamp on the button goes out.The system automatic

190Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlDeactivating the climate control sys-temDeactivatingIt is possible to completely deactivate the automati

191Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlActivatingMoist air can fog up the windows. You can dehumidify the air with the air condition-ing.왘 Pres

192Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlVentilated storage compartment (except S 55 AMG)The storage compartment under the front armrest (컄 page

193Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlTo open center air vents and to adjust the booster blower:왘 Turn thumbwheel 3.Rear side air vents4 Rear

194Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlRear automatic climate control paneliWhen the rear seats are not occupied (rear seat belts unbuckled) th

195Controls in detailPower windows왔 Power windowsOpening and closing the windowsThe side windows can be opened and closed electrically. The switches f

196Controls in detailPower windows왘 Switch on ignition.Opening the windows왘 Press switch 1 to 4 at the symbol k to the resistance point.The correspond

197Controls in detailPower windowsStopping windows왘 Press respective switch again.Opening and closing the windows with the SmartKeyThe sliding/pop-up

198Controls in detailPower windowsClosing (Convenience feature)왘 Press and hold button ‹ after lock-ing the vehicle.The windows and sliding/pop-up roo

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19At a glanceCockpitInstrument clusterMultifunction steering wheelCenter consoleOverhead control panelDoor control panel

199Controls in detailSliding/pop-up roof왔 Sliding/pop-up roofOpening and closing the sliding/pop-up roofThe sliding/pop-up roof can be opened and clos

200Controls in detailSliding/pop-up roof왘 Switch on ignition.Opening and closing the sliding/pop-up roof왘 To open, close, raise or lower the slid-ing/

201Controls in detailSliding/pop-up roofOpening and closing the sliding/pop-up roof with the SmartKeyThe power windows (컄 page 195) will also be opene

202Controls in detailSliding/pop-up roofClosing the sliding/pop-up roof with KEYLESS-GO* (Convenience feature)The power window (컄 page 195) will also

203Controls in detailDriving systems왔 Driving systemsThe driving systems of your vehicle are de-scribed on the following pages:앫 Cruise control and Di

204Controls in detailDriving systems1 Set current or higher speed2 Set current or lower speed3 Cancel cruise control4 Resume at last set speedSetting

205Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a higher speed왘 Lift the cruise control lever to position 1 and hold it up until the de-sired speed is rea

206Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic*When activated, the Distronic adaptive cruise control system increases driving convenience afforded by t

207Controls in detailDriving systemsWarning! GDistronic cannot take street and traffic con-ditions into account. Only use Distronic if the weather, ro

208Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic displays in the speedometer dialSet speedIf Distronic is activated, one or two seg-ments come on around

20At a glanceCockpit왔 Cockpit

209Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic menu in the control systemIn the Distronic menu you see the current settings for Distronic. What appears

210Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic deactivatedIf Distronic is deactivated, the standard display of Distronic appears in the multi-function

211Controls in detailDriving systemsActivating DistronicYou can activate Distronic if:앫 you are driving between 25 mph (40 km/h) and 110 mph (180 km/h

212Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a lower speed왘 Briefly tip the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow 2 (컄 page 210) to decrease v

213Controls in detailDriving systemsDeactivating DistronicThere are several ways to deactivate the Distronic system:왘 Briefly tip the cruise control l

214Controls in detailDriving systems1 Distance warning function on/off switch2 Thumbwheel for setting distanceIncreasing distanceIncreasing the distan

215Controls in detailDriving systemsActivating왘 Press switch 1.The indicator lamp on the switch comes on. A loudspeaker symbol ap-pears in the multifu

216Controls in detailDriving systemsThe most likely cause for a malfunctioning system is a dirty sensor (located behind the hood grille), especially a

217Controls in detailDriving systemsOffset drivingA vehicle traveling in your lane but offset from your direct line of travel may not be detected by D

218Controls in detailDriving systemsAIRMATICAIRMATIC automatically selects the opti-mum suspension tuning and ride height for your vehicle. AIRMATIC c

21At a glanceCockpitItem Page1 Combination switch앫 Turn signals앫 Windshield wipers앫 High beam47481282 Cruise control lever앫 Cruise control앫 Distronic*

219Controls in detailDriving systemsVehicle level control with AIRMATICYour vehicle automatically adjusts its ride height to:앫 reduce fuel consumption

220Controls in detailDriving systemsThe indicator lamp is then lit. The dis-play switches off when the vehicle is raised.왘 Press switch 2 again to low

221Controls in detailDriving systemsSuspension for sporty driving style The setting for sporty driving is selected when indicator lamp 1 is illuminate

222Controls in detailDriving systemsThe following vehicle level settings can be selected when the vehicle is stationary:The switch with the indicator

223Controls in detailDriving systemsNormal level (see table)Speed-dependent lowering of vehicle chassis (approximate values):앫 Between 0 mph (0 km/h)

224Controls in detailDriving systemsParktronic* (Parking assist)The Parktronic system is an electronic aid designed to assist the driver during park-i

225Controls in detailDriving systemsRange of the sensorsTo function properly, the sensors must be free of dirt, ice, snow and slush. Clean the sensors

226Controls in detailDriving systemsWarning indicatorsVisual signals indicate to the driver the rel-ative distance between the sensors and an obstacle

227Controls in detailDriving systemsAs your vehicle approaches an object, one or more segments will come on, depending on the distance between your ve

228Controls in detailDriving systemsParktronic malfunctionThere is a malfunction in the Parktronic system if the red segments of the Park-tronic warni

22At a glanceInstrument cluster왔 Instrument cluster

229Controls in detailLoading왔 LoadingRoof rack* Preparing roof rack installation왘 Open trim at the trim strips in the roof. 왘 Secure the roof rack acc

230Controls in detailLoadingCargo tie-down hooksSix hooks are located in the trunk.왘 Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on all hooks with ro

231Controls in detailUseful features왔 Useful featuresStorage compartments Glove box1 Unlocked2 Locked 3 Glove box lid releaseLocking the glove box왘 In

232Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartment in the glove boxA storage compartment is located in the cover of the glove box. It can be used

233Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartment below the front armrestThe buttons are located under the cushion of the armrest.1 Button to op

234Controls in detailUseful featuresCompartment for glassesThe compartment for glasses is located un-der the armrest in the center console.1 Compartme

235Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartment between rear seats*1 CoverOpening왘 Slide cover 1 rearward.Closing왘 Slide cover 1 forward.Stora

236Controls in detailUseful featuresCup holder in front of seat armrest Folding out cup holderThe cup holder is located in the storage compartment in

237Controls in detailUseful featuresCup holder in rear seat armrest1 Compartment for cup holderOpening cup holder왘 Push front of sliding compartment 1

238Controls in detailUseful featuresParcel net in trunkYou can hang a parcel net in the trunk. The hooks and the parcel net in the trunk can hold a lo

23At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page1 Coolant temperature gauge 1322 Fuel gauge with:Fuel reserve warning lamp 3083 L Left turn signal indicator l

239Controls in detailUseful featuresRear door ashtrayOpening ashtray왘 Lightly touch the back of the ashtray.Removing ashtray insert왘 Pull the ashtray

240Controls in detailUseful features1 Rear door lighters왘 Make sure the ignition is switched on.All the lamps in the instrument cluster should come on

241Controls in detailUseful featuresSwitching on왘 Switch on ignition.All the lamps in the instrument cluster should come on.왘 Turn switch at the tip o

242Controls in detailUseful featuresYou can take and place telephone calls us-ing the s and t buttons on the steering wheel. To carry out other tele-p

243Controls in detailUseful featuresShortly after the completion of your Tele Aid acquaintance call, you will receive a user ID and password via first

244Controls in detailUseful featuresEmergency callsAn emergency call is initiated automatical-ly:앫 following an accident in which the emergency tensio

245Controls in detailUseful featuresInitiating an emergency call manually1 SOS button2 Cover왘 Briefly press on the cover 2. The cover will open.왘 Pres

246Controls in detailUseful featuresRoadside Assistance button •The Roadside Assistance button • is located below the center armrest cover. 왘 Press an

247Controls in detailUseful featuresInformation button ¡The Information button ¡ is located be-low the center armrest cover.왘 Press and hold the butto

248Controls in detailUseful featuresUpgrade SignalsThe Tele Aid system processes calls using the following priority:앫 Automatic emergency – First prio

24At a glanceMultifunction steering wheel왔 Multifunction steering wheelItem Page1 Multifunction display 134Operating control system1342 Selecting the

249Controls in detailUseful featuresRemote door unlockIn case you have locked your vehicle unin-tentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the re

250Controls in detailUseful featuresThe Response Center will then unlock your vehicle with the remote door unlocking feature.Stolen vehicle tracking s

251Controls in detailUseful featuresRemote control integrated into the interior rear view mirror1 Indicator lamp2 3 4 Signal transmitter button5 Hand-

252Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming or reprogramming the in-tegrated remote controlStep 1:왘 Switch on ignition.Step 2:왘 If you have previo

253Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 5:왘 When the indicator lamp 1 flashes rapidly, release both buttons.Step 6:왘 Press and hold the just-trained

254Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 11:왘 Press, hold for two seconds and re-lease same button a second time to complete the training process.Some

255Controls in detailUseful featuresOperation of integrated remote control왘 Switch on ignition.왘 Select and press the appropriate inte-grated signal t

256Controls in detailUseful featuresInfrared reflecting windshield1 Mounting location for electronic toll collection devices (infrared transpar-ent)2

257OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)Driving instructionsAt the gas stationEngine compartmentTires and wheelsWinter drivingMaintenanceVehicle car

258OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)왔In the “Operation” section you will find de-tailed information on operating, maintain-ing and caring for yo

25At a glanceCenter console왔 Center consoleUpper partItem Page1 Switch for rear window sunshade1792 Parking assist (Parktronic* system) deactivation s

259OperationDriving instructions왔 Driving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelFuel consumption, to a great extent, de-pends on driving habits and op

260OperationDriving instructionsBrakes To help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted roads), it is advi

261OperationDriving instructionsAfter hard braking, it is advisable to drive on for some time, rather than immediately parking, so that the air stream

262OperationDriving instructionsTiresTread wear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumfe

263OperationDriving instructionsHydroplaningDepending on the depth of the water layer on the road, hydroplaning may occur, even at low speeds and with

264OperationDriving instructionsS 430, S 430 4MATIC, S 500, and S 500 4MATICYour vehicle is factory equipped with “H”-rated tires, which have a speed

265OperationDriving instructionsRoad salts and chemicals can adversely af-fect braking efficiency. Increased pedal force may become necessary to produ

266OperationDriving instructionsPassenger compartmentDriving abroadAbroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If yo

267OperationDriving instructionsCatalytic converterYour Mercedes-Benz is equipped with monolithic-type catalytic converters, an important element in c

268OperationDriving instructionsCoolant temperatureDuring severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go traffic, the coolant tem-perature may rise clo

26At a glanceCenter consoleLower partItem Page1 KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button332 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission433 PASSENGER AIRBAG OF

269OperationAt the gas station왔 At the gas stationRefueling The fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Lo

270OperationAt the gas station왘 Replace the fuel cap by turning it to the right.You will hear when the fuel cap is tight-ened.왘 Close the fuel filler

271OperationAt the gas stationWindshield washer system and head-lamp cleaning system*For more information on refilling the wash-er reservoir, see “Win

272OperationEngine compartment왔 Engine compartmentHoodOpeningThe hood lock release lever is located in the driver’s footwell to the left of the park-i

273OperationEngine compartmentClosing왘 Let the hood drop from a height of ap-proximately 1 ft. (30 cm).The hood will lock audibly.왘 Check to make sure

274OperationEngine compartmentChecking the engine oil level with the control systemWhen checking the oil level the vehicle must앫 be parked on level gr

275OperationEngine compartmentOther display messagesIf the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO start/stop button* is not in position 2, the following message will

276OperationEngine compartmentChecking the engine oil level with the oil dipstick (S 430, S 500, and S55AMG only)When checking the oil level the vehic

277OperationEngine compartmentAdding engine oilS 430, S 430 4MATIC, S 500, S 500 4MATIC, and S 55 AMG1 Oil dipstick (S 430, S 500, and S 55 AMG only)2

278OperationEngine compartmentBe careful not to spill any oil when adding. Avoid environmental damage caused by oil entering the ground or water.왘 Scr

27At a glanceOverhead control panel왔 Overhead control panelItem Page1 Left reading lamp on/off 1302 Rear interior lighting on/off1303 Right reading la

279OperationEngine compartmentThe coolant expansion tank is located on the passenger side of the engine compart-ment.1 Coolant expansion tank왘 Using a

280OperationEngine compartmentBatteryYour vehicle’s battery is located on the right side of the trunk floor (컄 page 366).The battery should always be

281OperationEngine compartmentWindshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*The windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartme

282OperationTires and wheels왔 Tires and wheelsSee an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommend-ed rims and tires for sum

283OperationTires and wheelsLife of tiresThe service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to:앫 Driving style앫 Ti

284OperationTires and wheelsTire pressure changes by approximately 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18°F (10°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when

285OperationTires and wheelsChecking tire pressure electronically* (vehicles produced up to approximate-ly October 2003)The tire inflation pressure mo

286OperationTires and wheelsActivating the tire inflation pressure monitorYou must activate the tire inflation pres-sure monitor in the following case

287OperationTires and wheels왘 Press the reset button on the instru-ment cluster (컄 page 22).The following message will appear in the multifunction dis

288OperationTires and wheels왘 Switch on ignition.왘 Press button è or ÿ on the mul-tifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the standard display menu

28At a glanceDoor control panel왔 Door control panelItem Page1 Door handle 962 Memory function (for stor-ing seat, exterior mirror, and steering wheel

289OperationTires and wheelsReactivating the tire pressure monitorThe tire pressure monitor must be reacti-vated in the following situations:앫 If you

290OperationTires and wheels왘 Press the reset button on the instru-ment cluster (컄 page 22).The following message will appear in the multifunction dis

291OperationTires and wheelsRotating wheelsOn vehicles with the same wheel size all around, wheels can be rotated every 3000 to 6000 miles (5000 to 10

292OperationWinter driving왔 Winter drivingBefore the onset of winter, have your vehi-cle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This servic

293OperationWinter drivingBlock heater (Canada only)The engine is equipped with a block heat-er.The electrical cable may be installed at an authorized

294OperationMaintenance왔 MaintenanceWe strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance wit

295OperationMaintenanceCalling up the service indicator왘 Switch on ignition.The standard display of the control sys-tem appears (컄 page 139).왘 Press b

296OperationVehicle care왔 Vehicle careCleaning and care of vehicleIn operation, even while parked, your vehi-cle is subjected to varying external infl

297OperationVehicle careWe have selected car-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always r

298OperationVehicle careEngine cleaningPrior to cleaning the engine compartment make sure to protect electrical compo-nents and connectors from the in

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.Your selection of our product is a demon-stration of your trust in ou

29Getting startedUnlockingAdjustingDrivingParking and locking

299OperationVehicle careCleaning the Distronic* system sensor cover1 Distronic* system sensor cover왘 Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-B

300OperationVehicle care왘 Clean the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and detergent solution.Window cleaning왘 Turn on the wipers and place it in

301OperationVehicle careLight alloy wheelsMercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for regular cleaning of the light alloy wheels.If possible,

302OperationVehicle careUpholsteryUsing aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the tendency to give off coloring (e.g. when wet, etc.)

303Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Where will I find ...?Unlocking/locking in an emergencyOpening/closing in an emergencyReplacing bulbsReplacing wiper

304Practical hintsWhat to do if …?왔 What to do if …?Lamps in instrument cluster General information:If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to come

305Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solution;(USA only)3(Canada only)The red brake warning lamp comes on while driving

306Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solution?(USA only)±(Canada only)The yellow malfunction indicator lamp comes on whi

307Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionl The red Distronic warning lamp comes on while driving.You are too close t

308Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionv The yellow ESP warning lamp comes on while driving.The ESP is deactivated

30Getting startedUnlocking왔The “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners

309Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionH The yellow warning lamp for the tire pressure monitor comes on.The tire p

310Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solution1 The red SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving.There is a malfunction

311Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Lamp in center consoleProblem Possible cause Suggested solutionThe PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp comes on.A Ba

312Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Messages in the displayThe control system shows warning and malfunction messages in the multifunction display.Certai

313Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Text messagesDisplay Display message Possible cause Possible solutionABC ACTIVE BODY CONTROLDRIVE CAREFULLY!The cap

314Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display Display message Possible cause Possible solutionABC ACTIVE BODY CONTROLVISIT WORKSHOP!The capability of the

315Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display Display message Possible cause Possible solutionCRUISE CON-TROLCRUISE CONTROLVISIT WORKSHOP!Cruise control o

316Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display Display message Possible cause Possible solutionESP NOT AVAILABLE!SEE OPER. MANUALThe ESP was deactivated th

317Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display Display message Possible cause Possible solutionP SHIFTTO PYou have tried to turn off the engine with the KE

318Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Symbol messagesDisplay symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution@AIRMATICSTOP, CAR TOO LOW!The vehicle

31Getting startedUnlockingStarter switch positionsStarter switch0 For removing SmartKey1 Power supply to some electrical con-sumers, such as seat adju

319Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution@DISPLAY MALFUNCTIONVISIT WORKSHOP!The display for AI

320Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution#BATTERY/ALTERNATORVISIT WORKSHOP!The battery was cha

321Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution2BRAKE PAD WEARVISIT WORKSHOP!The brake pads have rea

322Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution?VISIT WORKSHOP!There may be a malfunction in the:앫 F

323Practical hintsWhat to do if …?During severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go traffic, the coolant tem-perature may rise close to 248°F (120°

324Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionÏ COOLANTSTOP, ENGINE OFF!The poly-V-belt could be br

325Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionGDISPLAY MALFUNCTIONVISIT WORKSHOP!The instrument clu

326Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution: USA only:ADD 1.0 QT. ENGINE OILAT NEXT REFUELING!C

327Practical hintsWhat to do if …?When the message ADD 1.0 QT. ENGINE OIL AT NEXT REFUELING! (Canada: 1 Liter) appears while the engine is run-ning an

328Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution_ ENTRY POSITIONDO NOT DRIVE!Seat, exterior mirrors a

32Getting startedUnlockingUnlocking with KEYLESS-GO*If your vehicle is equipped with the KEYLESS-GO function, your vehicle checks whether the SmartKey

329Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionF KEYNOT RECOGNIZED!The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is

330Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution.FRONT FOGLAMP, LCHECK LAMP!The left front fog lamp i

331Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution. LIGHT SENSORDRIVE TO WORKSHOP!The lamp sensor is ma

332Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution. STANDING LIGHT, LCHECK LAMP! SUBSTITUTE LAMP ON!The

333Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution. TURN SIGNAL, LCHECK LAMP! SUBSTITUTE LAMP ON!The le

334Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionL TELE AIDDRIVE TO WORKSHOP!One or more main function

335Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Tire pressure monitor messages (vehicles produced up to approximately October 2003)Display symbol Display message P

336Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionHTIRE PRES. MONITORREACTIVATE!The tire inflation pres

337Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionHTIRE PRES., RFCAUTION, TIRE DEFECT!The right front t

338Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionHTIRE PRES., RRCAUTION, TIRE DEFECT!The right rear ti

33Getting startedUnlocking1 KEYLESS-GO start/stop buttonBefore you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button 1, the vehicle’s on-board electronics have s

339Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Tire pressure monitor messages (vehicles produced as of approximately October 2003)Display symbol Display message Po

340Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionHTIRE PRES., LFCAUTION, TIRE DEFECT!The left front ti

341Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionHTIRE PRES., RFCHECK TIRES!The right front tire press

342Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionHTIRE PRES., RRCAUTION, TIRE DEFECT!The right rear t

343Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionHTIRE PRES. MONITORREACTIVATEDThe tire pressure monit

344Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?왔 Where will I find ...?First aid kitThe first aid kit is located in the storage compartments under the front

345Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?The vehicle tool kit includes:앫 One interchangeable slot/Phillips screwdriver앫 One towing eye bolt 앫 One wheel

346Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Spare wheelRemoving the spare wheel왘 Take out the vehicle tool kit tray 2.왘 Loosen the luggage bowl 3. To do s

347Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?For more information, see “Rims and tires” (컄 page 384).Spare wheel S 55 AMG and Sport Package*In case of a fl

348Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency왔 Unlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the vehicleIf you are unable to unlock the vehicle wit

34Getting startedAdjusting왔 AdjustingSeatsWarning! GAll seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fas-tening

349Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the trunkA minimum height clearance of 6 ft. (1.85 m) is required to open the trunk lid.I

350Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyBatteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of improperly. Recycling of b

351Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencySmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*1 Battery2 Tilt battery up3 Mechanical keyReplacement battery: Lithium, ty

352Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency왔 Opening/closing in an emergencySliding/pop-up roofYou can open or close the sliding/pop-up roof man

353Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왔 Replacing bulbsSafe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-fore essential

354Practical hintsReplacing bulbsRear lamps Notes on bulb replacement 앫 Only use 12 volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating. 앫

355Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for front lamps 1 Headlamp cover for fog lamp2 Headlamp cover for high beam halogen headlamp bulb, pa

356Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왘 Insert the new bulb in the socket so that the base is in the recess on the lower left.왘 Attach the retaining spring

357Practical hintsReplacing bulbsParking and standing lamp bulb왘 Switch off the lights.왘 Open the hood (컄 page 272).왘 Press the tab on cover 2 and rem

358Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for rear lampsTail lamp assemblies1 Turn signal lamp (white socket)2 Tail, parking, standing, and sid

35Getting startedAdjustingSeat adjustmentThe seat adjustment switches are located on the front doors.1 Head restraint height2 Seat height3 Seat cushio

359Practical hintsReplacing wiper blades왔 Replacing wiper bladesWiper blades in vertcal positionRemoving wiper blades왘 Turn SmartKey in starter switch

360Practical hintsReplacing wiper bladesInstalling wiper blades왘 Slide the wiper blade onto wiper arm until it locks in place왘 Rotate the wiper blade

361Practical hintsFlat tire왔 Flat tirePreparing the vehicle왘 Park the vehicle as far as possible from moving traffic on a hard surface.왘 Turn on the h

362Practical hintsFlat tirePreparing the vehicle왘 Take vehicle tool kit tray and vehicle jack out of trunk .왘 Take the spare wheel out of wheel well (

363Practical hintsFlat tire1 Jack support tube cover왘 Move cover 1 toward rear by pressing at point indicated by arrow.왘 Remove cover 1 carefully to a

364Practical hintsFlat tireRemoving the wheel1 Alignment bolt왘 Unscrew upper-most wheel bolt and re-move.왘 Replace this wheel bolt with alignment bolt

365Practical hintsFlat tireLowering the vehicle왘 Lower vehicle by turning crank coun-terclockwise until vehicle is resting ful-ly on its own weight.왘

366Practical hintsBattery왔 BatteryThe battery is located on the right side of the trunk under the battery cover.1 Battery cover 왘 Pull on the outer, r

367Practical hintsBattery2 Positive terminal3 Negative terminalDisconnecting the battery왘 Turn off all electrical consumers.왘 Open the trunk lid (컄 pa

368Practical hintsBatteryReconnecting the battery왘 Turn off all electrical consumers.왘 Connect the positive lead and fasten its cover 2.왘 Connect nega

36Getting startedAdjustingHead restraint height왘 Press the switch up or down in the di-rection of arrow 1.Head restraint tiltManually adjust the angle

369Practical hintsJump starting왔 Jump startingIf the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the bat-tery of another v

370Practical hintsJump startingThe battery is located on the right side of the trunk under the battery cover (컄 page 366).왘 Make sure the two vehicles

371Practical hintsTowing the vehicle왔 Towing the vehicleMercedes-Benz recommends that the vehi-cle be transported with all wheels off the ground using

372Practical hintsTowing the vehicle!To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the drive train, however, we recommend the drive shaft be disco

373Practical hintsTowing the vehicleInstalling towing eye bolt1 Cover on right side of front bumper2 Cover on right side of rear bumperRemoving cover왘

374Practical hintsFuses왔 FusesYour vehicle’s electrical fuses are located in various fuse boxes:앫 In the dashboard on the passenger side앫 In the rear

375Practical hintsFusesOpening왘 Open the front passenger door.왘 Insert flat, blunt object as a lever in recess 1 on the edge of cover 2.왘 Loosen cover

376Practical hintsFuses1 Fuse box cover, front passenger side2 SlideOpening왘 Push both slides 2 to the Œ sym-bol.왘 Remove cover 1.Closing왘 Replace cov

377Technical dataSpare parts serviceWarranty coverageIdentification labelsLayout of poly-V-belt driveEngineRims and tiresElectrical systemMain dimensi

378Technical dataSpare parts service왔The “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.Spare parts serviceAll author

37Getting startedAdjustingSteering wheel Steering wheel adjustmentThe stalk for steering wheel adjustment is located on the steering column (lower lef

379Technical dataWarranty coverage왔 Warranty coverageYour vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Inf

380Technical dataIdentification labels왔 Identification labels1 Certification label(below driver’s door latch)2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)(bel

381Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt drive왔 Layout of poly-V-belt driveS 430 / S 500 (all models)1 Automatic belt tensioner2 ABC tandem pump (pump f

382Technical dataEngine왔 EngineModel S 430 (220.070, 220.170)1S 430 4MATIC (220.183)11The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an autho

383Technical dataEngineModel S 55 AMG (220.174)1S 600 (220.176)1Engine 113 275Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 4-stroke engine, g

384Technical dataRims and tires왔 Rims and tiresUse only tires and rims which have been specifically developed for your vehicle and tested and approved

385Technical dataRims and tiresSame size tiresS 430, S 430 4MATICS 500, S 500 4MATIC(except Sport Package* and except Appearance Package*)S 600(excep

386Technical dataRims and tiresS 430, S 500 S 600(Sport Package*)S 55 AMGS 430 4MATIC, S 500 4MATIC(Sport Package*)Rims (light alloy) 8 J x18 H22 or 8

387Technical dataRims and tiresMixed size tiresS 430 , S 500, S 600 (Sport Package*) S 55 AMGFront axle: AMG light alloy rims 8½ J x 18 EH218½ J x 18

388Technical dataRims and tiresSpare wheelS 430, S 430 4MATICS 500, S 500 4MATIC (except Sport Package* and except Appearance Package*)S 430, S 430 4M

38Getting startedAdjustingMirrorsAdjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffi

389Technical dataElectrical system왔 Electrical systemModel S 430, S 500 S 55 AMG S 600Generator (alternator) 14 V/150 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/220 AStarter m

390Technical dataMain dimensions and weights왔 Main dimensions and weightsMain dimensionsWeightsModel S 430 (220.070) S 430 (220.170)S 430 4MATIC (220.

391Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.왔 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants mus

392Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Front wheel hubs approx. 3.5 oz. (100 g) eachHigh-te

393Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Engine oilsEngine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines. Therefore, only

394Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Brake fluidDuring vehicle operation, the boiling point of the brake fluid is continuously reduced th

395Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Gasoline additivesA major concern among engine manufac-turers is carbon build-up caused by gaso-line

396Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.The coolant solution must be used year-round to provide the necessary corro-sion protection and incr

397Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantityModel Approx. freeze protection – 35°F (– 37°C) – 49°F (– 45°C)S 4

398Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Windshield and headlamp washer systemBoth the windshield and headlamp washer systems are supplied fr

ContentsIntroduction ... 9Product information... 9Operator’s Manual...

39Getting startedAdjustingThe buttons are located on the driver’s door.1 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror button2 Passenger-side exterior rear

399Technical dataConsumer information왔 Consumer informationThe following text is published as required of all manufacturers of passenger cars un-der T

400Technical dataConsumer informationTemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the high-est), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis-tance to the gene

401Technical termsABC(Active Body Control)Active, computer-controlled system that hydraulically adjusts the suspen-sion at all four wheels in response

402Technical termsCAC(Customer Assistance Center)Mercedes-Benz customer service cen-ter, which can help you with any ques-tions about your vehicle and

403Technical termsEngine oil viscosityMeasurement for the inner friction (vis-cosity) of the oil at different tempera-tures. The higher the temperatur

404Technical termsMON(Motor Octane Number)The Motor Octane Number for gasoline as determined by a standardized meth-od. It is an indication of a gasol

405Technical termsRemote Vehicle DiagnosticsTransmission of vehicle data and cur-rent location to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center for sub

406Technical termsTire speed ratingPart of a tire designation; indicates the speed range for which a tire is ap-proved.TractionForce exerted by the ve

407IndexAABC 220, 401Messages in display 313, 318Setting vehicle level 219, 221ABS 77, 401Malfunction indicator lamp 304Messages in display 314Warning

408IndexSteering column up or down 37Steering wheel 37Air conditioningTurning off 190Turning on 190Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure 283Air rec

40Getting startedDriving왔 DrivingFastening the seat beltsWarning! GDo not lay any objects in the driver’s foot-well. Be careful that floor mats or car

409IndexAutomatic lighting controlActivating 129Deactivating 130Automatic locking when driving 106Automatic transmission 164Accelerator position 170Co

410IndexFog lamps 353Front lamps 353High beam 353High mounted brake lamp 354License plate lamps 354, 358Low beam 353Parking and standing lamps 353Park

411IndexCleaningCup holder 301Distronic* system sensor cover 299Gear selector lever 301Hard plastic trim items 301Headlamps 177Headliner and shelf bel

412IndexMenus 137, 138Multifunction display 134Multifunction steering wheel 135NAVI menu 147Settings menu 151Standard display menu 139Submenus 136, 13

413IndexLimiting opening height of trunk lid* 159Rear window defroster 189Residual heat 191Seat heater 115, 116Seat ventilation* 117Tow-away alarm 85D

414IndexSetting following distance 213Setting the current speed 211Setting to last stored speed ("Resume" function) 212Warning and indicator

415IndexEmergency tensioning device see ETD 67, 403Emission control 267EndingA call (telephone) 145Engine 382Compartment 272Message in display 306Star

416IndexFour wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC)with ESP 824MATIC 82Front airbags 63Front lampsMessages in display 330–333Replacing bulbs 353, 3

417IndexGlobal Positioning System (GPS) 403Glove box 231Closing 231Locking 231Opening 231Unlocking 231Gloves (vehicle tool kit) 345Good visibility 174

418IndexInside rear view mirrorAntiglare 174InstallingInfant and child restraint systems 72Towing eye bolt 373Wiper blades 360Instrument cluster 22, 1

41Getting startedDriving1 Release button2 Buckle3 Latch plate왘 Pull the seat belt smoothly from the seat belt outlet.According to accident statistics,

419IndexCHECK ENGINE 306Coolant 322DTR* 208Engine diagnostics 306ESP 307, 308Fuel reserve 308Instrument cluster 308Seat belts 308Service indicator 294

420IndexMMain 390Main Dimensions 390Maintenance 12, 294MalfunctionDisplaying 150Malfunction memory 150Calling up 150Manual headlamp mode 125Manual ope

421IndexEntry position 328Hood 328Lamps 331Parking brake 321Selector lever 317SmartKey 328SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 328TeleAid 334Telephone* 334Tires

422IndexOpening from the insideTrunk 99OperatingCassette player 141CD player 141COMAND* see separate operating instructionsGarage door opener 255Integ

423IndexPhone number*Dialing 145Redialing 146Plastic and rubber partsCleaning 302Poly-V-belt drive 404Positions (Memory function)Recalling from memory

424IndexRear seats 118Fore and aft adjustment 119Head restraint folding 119Individual seats* 118Passenger seat fore and aft adjustment 120Passenger se

425IndexRON 270RON (Research Octane Number) 405Roof rack 229Rotating wheels 291Rubber partsCleaning 302SSafetyOccupant 58Safety belts see Seat belts 4

426IndexHigher speed in cruise control 205Higher speed in Distronic* 211Individual vehicle settings 151Interior illumination delayed switch-off 158Lam

427IndexSimultaneous wiping and washingWindshield wipers 49Single wipe 49Sliding/pop-up roof 199Closing 199, 352Closing with KEYLESS-GO* 202Closing wi

428IndexStanding waterDriving instructions 265Starter switch 31Positions 31Starting difficulties 44Starting position 31Starting the engine 43Steering

42Getting startedDriving왘 Place the shoulder portion of the belt across the top of your shoulder and the lap portion across your hips.왘 Push latch pla

429IndexSymbol (Distronic*)Distance warning function* 147SynchronizingESP 316Power windows 198Sliding/pop-up roof 202TTachometer 133Overspeed range 13

430IndexTow-away alarm 85Arming 85Disarming 85Disarming for transport 85Towing eye bolt (vehicle tool kit) 345Installing 373Towing the vehicle 371Trac

431IndexUpholsteryCleaning 302Upshifting 165, 169, 172Useful features 231Ashtrays 238Cigarette lighter 239Garage door opener 250Heated steering wheel*

432IndexWWarning lamps see Lamps, indicator and warningWarning soundsDistance warning function* 214Distronic* 208Drivers seat belts 64Parking brake 46

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43Getting startedDrivingStarting the engine Automatic transmissionGearshift pattern for automatic transmissionP Park position with gear selector lever

44Getting startedDrivingStarting with KEYLESS-GO*You can start your vehicle without the SmartKey in the starter switch using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop

45Getting startedDriving왘 Repeat the starting procedure (컄 page 43). Remember that extended starting attempts can drain the battery.왘 Get a jump start

46Getting startedDrivingDriving왘 Depress the brake pedal.왘 Move gear selector lever to position D or R.왘 Release the brake pedal.왘 Carefully depress t

47Getting startedDrivingFor more information, see “Driving instruc-tions” (컄 page 259).Switching on headlampsExterior lamp switch1 Off2 Low beam headl

48Getting startedDrivingHigh beam왘 Push the combination switch forward.The high beam headlamps are switched on.The high beam headlamp indicator A in t

ContentsSafety and Security ... 57Occupant safety... 58Airbags ...

49Getting startedDrivingSingle wipe왘 Press switch briefly in the direction of arrow 1.The windshield wipers wipe one time without washer fluid.Wiping

50Getting startedDrivingProblems while drivingThe engine runs erratically and misfires앫 An ignition cable may be damaged.앫 The engine electronics may

51Getting startedParking and locking왔 Parking and lockingYou have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. E

52Getting startedParking and lockingParking brake1 Parking brake2 Release handle왘 Step firmly on parking brake 1.When the engine is running, the indic

53Getting startedParking and lockingSwitching off headlamps왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to M.For more information, see “Lighting” (컄 page 124).Turn

54Getting startedParking and lockingFor more information, see “Locking and unlocking” (컄 page 88).Turning off the engine with KEYLESS-GO* 왘 Place the

55Getting startedParking and locking1 Lock button on the door handle왘 After exiting the vehicle, press lock button 1 on the door handle or on the trun

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57Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyPanic alarmDriving safety systemsAnti-theft systems

58Safety and SecurityOccupant safety왔 Occupant safetyIn this section you will learn the most im-portant facts about the restraint systems of the vehic

ContentsControl system ... 134Multifunction display... 134Multifunction steering wheel... 135M

59Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyAirbagsWarning! GIn the event that the 1 indicator lamp comes on during driving or does not come on at all, the SR

60Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 Adjust the driver seat as far as possible rearward, still permitting proper opera-tion of vehicle controls. The

61Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyserious injuries or death should the side airbag be activated.(2) Always sit nearly upright, properly use the seat

62Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and airbagWarning! G앫 Damaged seat belts or belts

63Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen you sell your vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an

64Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe side impact airbags and window cur-tain airbags are deployed:앫 on the impacted side of the vehicle앫 in impacts

65Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIf you are ever in an accident, your injuries can be considerably more severe without your seat belt properly buck

66Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GUSE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY앫 Seat belts can only work when used properly. Never wear seat belts in any other

67Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyEmergency tensioning device (ETD), seat belt force limiterThe seat belts for the front and rear outer seats are eq

68Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyPreventive occupant safety (PRE-SAFE)Your vehicle automatically takes preven-tive measures to better protect the o

ContentsUseful features ... 231Storage compartments... 231Ashtrays ...

69Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyChildren in the vehicleIf an infant or child is traveling with you in the vehicle:앫 Secure the child using an infa

70Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyA statement by the child restraint man-ufacturer of compliance with this stan-dard can be found on the instruction

71Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBabySmartTM1 airbag deactivation system1 Indicator lampSpecial BabySmartTM compatible child seats, designed for us

72Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyInstallation of infant and child restraint systemsThis vehicle is equipped with tether an-chorages for a top tethe

73Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyOnce the top tether anchorage hook is at-tached, the child restraint itself can be se-cured. Tighten the top tethe

74Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyOverride switch for rear passenger compartmentYou can disable select functions in the rear passenger compartment f

75Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe override switch is located on the driv-er’s door.1 Override switchActivating override switch왘 Slide override s

76Safety and SecurityPanic alarm왔 Panic alarmAn audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate for approximately 21/2minutes.1 Â buttonActivat

77Safety and SecurityDriving safety systems왔 Driving safety systemsIn this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems:앫

78Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsThe - indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when you turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to

ContentsMaintenance... 294Clearing the service indicator ... 294Service term exceeded ... 294Cal

79Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsESPThe Electronic Stability Program (ESP) monitors the vehicle's traction (force of adhesive friction

80Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see “Practical hints” (컄 page 303).Switching off the ESPTo improve the vehicle's

81Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsThe switch is located on the center con-sole.1 ESP off/on왘 Press ESP switch 1 until the ESP warning lamp v

82Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFour wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with the ESPModels with all-wheel drive only:The 4MATIC impr

83Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systems왔 Anti-theft systemsImmobilizerThe immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.Activat

84Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsArming the alarm systemThe alarm system is armed after locking the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*. Th

85Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsTow-away alarmOnce the tow-away alarm is armed, a visual and audible alarm will be triggered when someone attem

86Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systems왘 Press switch 2.The indicator lamp 1 in the button comes on briefly.왘 Exit vehicle and lock your vehicle with

87Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeatsMemory functionLightingInstrument clusterControl systemAutomatic transmissionGood visibilityAutomatic cl

88Controls in detailLocking and unlocking왔In the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper-ate the equipment inst

ContentsTechnical data... 377Spare parts service... 378Warranty coverage...

89Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Press button Œ.All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the do

90Controls in detailLocking and unlockingRestoring to factory setting왘 Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹ simultaneously for about six seconds until batte

91Controls in detailLocking and unlockingChecking the batteries왘 Press button ‹ or Œ.Battery check lamp 5 comes on brief-ly to indicate that the Smart

92Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSmartKey with KEYLESS-GO1 ‹ Lock button2 Š Unlock button for trunk lid3 Locking tab for mechanical key 4 Œ

93Controls in detailLocking and unlocking앫 Never store the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO together with:앫 Electronic items such as a cellular phone or anot

94Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Grasp the door handle.The vehicle will lock again automatically within appro

95Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLocking the vehicle1 Vehicle lock button왘 Press vehicle lock button 1.or 왘 Press the lock button at the outsi

96Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLoss of the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GOIf you lose your SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO or mechanical key, you should d

97Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the trunk lid from the outsideA minimum height clearance of 6 ft. (1.85 m) is required to open the tr

98Controls in detailLocking and unlockingThe trunk can also be opened using the SmartKey (컄 page 90) or from its inside in an emergency, see “Trunk li