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Useful information

This Operator's Manual describes all

models and all standard and optional equip-

ment 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 safety-related systems and

functions.

Read the information on qualified special-

ist workshops (Y page 28).

Where will I find...?

Vehicle tool kit

General notes

Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit: the TIREFIT kit is

located in the stowage well under the cargo

compartment floor.

Vehicles with a tire-change tool kit: the tire-

change tool kit is in the stowage well under

the cargo compartment floor.

Apart from certain country-specific varia-

tions, the vehicles are not equipped with a

tire-change tool kit. Some tools for chang-

ing a wheel are specific to the vehicle. For

more information on which tire changing

tools are required and approved to perform

a wheel change on your vehicle, consult a

qualified specialist workshop.

Tools required for changing a wheel may

include, for example:

Jack

Wheel chock

Lug wrench

Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit

Tire inflation compressor

;

Towing eye

Tire sealant filler bottle

Open the tailgate.

Lift the cargo compartment floor up

(Y page 272).

Use the TIREFIT kit (Y page 308).

Towing eye ; is located under tire infla-

tion compressor :.

Vehicles with a tire-change tool kit

Open the tailgate.

Lift the cargo compartment floor up

(Y page 272).

Remove the tire-change tool kit.

The tire-change tool kit contains:

Jack

Lug wrench

One pair of gloves

Folding wheel chock

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Preparing the vehicle

Your vehicle may be equipped with:

MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat prop-

erties) (Y page 307)

Vehicle preparation is not necessary on

vehicles with MOExtended tires

a TIREFIT kit (Y page 306)

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Information on changing/mounting a wheel

(Y page 348).

Stop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and

level ground, as far away as possible from

traffic.

Switch on the hazard warning lamps.

Secure the vehicle against rolling away

(Y page 159).

If possible, bring the front wheels into the

straight-ahead position.

Switch off the engine.

Remove the SmartKey from the ignition

lock.

All occupants must get out of the vehicle.

Make sure that they are not endangered as

they do so.

Make sure that no one is near the danger

area while a wheel is being changed. Any-

one who is not directly assisting in the

wheel change should, for example, stand

behind the barrier.

Get out of the vehicle. Pay attention to traf-

fic conditions when doing so.

Close the driver's door.

Vehicles equipped with MOExtended tires

are not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the

factory. It is therefore recommended that

you additionally equip your vehicle with a

TIREFIT kit if you mount tires that do not

feature run-flat properties, e.g. winter tires.

A TIREFIT kit can be obtained from a quali-

fied specialist workshop.

MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat

properties)

General notes

With MOExtended tires (tires with run flat

characteristics), you can continue to drive

your vehicle even if there is a total loss of

pressure in one or more tires. The affected

tire must not show any clearly visible damage.

You can recognize MOExtended tires by the

MOExtended marking which appears on the

sidewall of the tire. You will find this marking

next to the tire size designation, the load-

bearing capacity and the speed index

(Y page 342).

MOExtended tires may only be used in con-

junction with an active tire pressure loss

warning system or with an active tire pressure

monitor.

If the pressure loss warning message

appears in the multifunction display:

Observe the instructions in the display

messages (Y page 245).

Check the tire for damage.

If driving on, observe the following notes.

The maximum driving distance is approx-

imately 50 miles (80 km) when the vehicle is

partially laden and approximately 18 miles

(30 km) when the vehicle is fully laden.

In addition to the vehicle load, the driving dis-

tance possible depends upon:

Speed

Road condition

Outside temperature

The driving distance possible in run-flat mode

may be reduced by extreme driving condi-

tions/maneuvers, or it can be increased

through a moderate style of driving.

The maximum permissible distance which

can be driven in run-flat mode is counted from

the moment the tire pressure loss warning

appears in the multifunction display.

You must not exceed a maximum speed of

50 mph (80 km/h).

i When replacing one or all tires, make sure

that you use only tires:

of the size specified for the vehicle and

marked "MOExtended"

If a tire has gone flat and cannot be

replaced with a MOExtended tire, a stand-

ard tire may be used as a temporary meas-

ure. Make sure that you use the proper size

and type (summer or winter tire).

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Vehicles equipped with MOExtended tires

are not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the

factory. It is therefore recommended that

you additionally equip your vehicle with a

TIREFIT kit if you mount tires that do not

feature run-flat properties, e.g. winter tires.

A TIREFIT kit can be obtained from a quali-

fied specialist workshop.

Important safety notes

WARNING

When driving in emergency mode, the driving

characteristics deteriorate, e.g. when corner-

ing, accelerating quickly and when braking.

There is a risk of an accident.

Do not exceed the stated maximum speed.

Avoid abrupt steering and driving maneuvers,

and driving over obstacles (curbs, potholes,

off-road). This applies in particular to a laden

vehicle.

Stop driving in emergency mode if:

you hear banging noises.

the vehicle starts to shake.

you see smoke and smell rubber.

ESP

is intervening constantly.

there are tears in the sidewalls of the tire.

After driving in emergency mode, have the

wheel rims checked at a qualified specialist

workshop with regard to their further use. The

defective tire must be replaced in every case.

TIREFIT kit

Important safety notes

TIREFIT is a tire sealant.

You can use TIREFIT to seal punctures of up to

0.16 in (4 mm), particularly those in the tire

tread. You can use TIREFIT at outside tem-

peratures down to Ò4 ‡ (Ò20 †).

WARNING

In the following situations, the tire sealant is

unable to provide sufficient breakdown assis-

tance, as it is unable to seal the tire properly:

there are cuts or punctures in the tire larger

than those mentioned above.

the wheel rim is damaged.

you have driven at very low tire pressures or

on a flat tire.

There is a risk of an accident.

Do not drive the vehicle. Contact a qualified

specialist workshop.

WARNING

The tire sealant is harmful and causes irrita-

tion. It must not come into contact with your

skin, eyes or clothing or be swallowed. Do not

inhale TIREFIT fumes. Keep tire sealant away

from children. There is a risk of injury.

If you come into contact with the tire sealant,

observe the following:

Rinse off the tire sealant from your skin

immediately with water.

If the tire sealant comes into contact with

your eyes, immediately rinse them thor-

oughly with clean water.

If tire sealant is swallowed, immediately

rinse your mouth out thoroughly and drink

plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting,

and seek medical attention immediately.

Immediately change out of clothing which

has come into contact with tire sealant.

If an allergic reaction occurs, seek medical

attention immediately.

Do not operate the tire inflation compres-

sor for longer than eight minutes at a time

without a break. It may otherwise overheat.

The tire inflation compressor can be oper-

ated again once it has cooled down.

Comply with the manufacturer’s safety

instructions on the sticker on the tire inflation

compressor.

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Using the TIREFIT kit

TIREFIT sticker, 2-part

Do not remove any foreign objects which

have penetrated the tire, e.g. screws or

nails.

Remove the tire sealant bottle, the accom-

panying TIREFIT sticker and the tire infla-

tion compressor from the stowage well

underneath the cargo compartment floor

(Y page 306).

Affix part : of the TIREFIT sticker within

the driver's field of vision.

Affix part ; of the TIREFIT sticker near the

valve on the wheel with the defective tire.

Pull plug ? with the cable and hose A out

of the housing.

Screw hose A onto flange B of tire seal-

ant bottle :.

Place tire sealant bottle : head down-

wards into recess ; of the tire inflation

compressor.

Remove the cap from valve C on the faulty

tire.

Screw filler hose D onto valve C.

Insert connector ? into the cigarette

lighter socket (Y page 276) or into a 12 V

socket in your vehicle (Y page 276).

Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the igni-

tion lock (Y page 143).

Press on/off switch = on the tire inflation

compressor to I.

The tire inflation compressor is switched

on. The tire is inflated.

First, tire sealant is pumped into the tire.

The pressure can briefly rise to approx-

imately 500 kPa (5 bar/73 psi).

Do not switch off the tire inflation com-

pressor during this phase.

Allow the tire inflation compressor to run

for five minutes. The tire should then have

attained a pressure of at least 180 kPa

(1.8 bar/26 psi).

If a pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has

been attained after five minutes, see "Tire

pressure reached" (Y page 310).

If a tire pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi)

has not been attained after five minutes, see

"Tire pressure not reached" (Y page 310).

If tire sealant leaks out, allow it to dry. It

can then be removed like a layer of film.

If your clothes are soiled with tire sealant,

have them cleaned with perchloroethylene

at a dry cleaner as soon as possible.

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Tire pressure not reached

If a pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has

not been attained after five minutes:

Switch off the tire inflation compressor.

Unscrew the filler hose from the valve of

the faulty tire.

Very slowly drive forwards or reverse

approximately 30 ft (10 m).

Pump up the tire again.

After a maximum of five minutes the tire

pressure must be at least 180 kPa (1.8 bar/

26 psi).

WARNING

If the required tire pressure is not reached

after the specified time, the tire is too badly

damaged. The tire sealant cannot repair the

tire in this instance. Damaged tires and a tire

pressure that is too low can significantly

impair the vehicle's braking and driving char-

acteristics. There is a risk of accident.

Do not continue driving. Contact a qualified

specialist workshop.

Tire pressure reached

WARNING

A tire temporarily sealed with tire sealant

impairs the driving characteristics and is not

suitable for higher speeds. There is a risk of

accident.

You should therefore adapt your driving style

accordingly and drive carefully. Do not exceed

the specified maximum speed with a tire that

has been repaired using tire sealant.

The maximum speed for a tire sealed with tire

sealant is 50 mph (80 km/h). The upper part

of the TIREFIT sticker must be affixed to the

instrument cluster in the driver's field of

vision.

After use, excess tire sealant may run out

of the filler hose. This could cause stains.

Therefore, place the filler hose in the plastic

bag that contained the TIREFIT kit.

Environmental note

Have the used tire sealant bottle disposed of

professionally, e.g. at a qualified specialist

workshop.

If a tire pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi)

has been attained after five minutes:

Switch off the tire inflation compressor.

Unscrew the filler hose from the valve of

the faulty tire.

Stow the tire sealant bottle and the tire

inflation compressor.

Pull away immediately.

Stop after driving for approximately ten

minutes and check the tire pressure with

the tire inflation compressor.

The tire pressure must now be at least

130 kPa (1.3 bar/19 psi).

WARNING

If the required tire pressure is not reached

after driving for a short period, the tire is too

badly damaged. The tire sealant cannot repair

the tire in this instance. Damaged tires and a

tire pressure that is too low can significantly

impair the vehicle's braking and driving char-

acteristics. There is a risk of accident.

Do not continue driving. Contact a qualified

specialist workshop.

In cases such as the one mentioned

above, contact an authorized Mercedes-

Benz Center. Or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes

(in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Can-

ada).

Correct the tire pressure if it is still at least

130 kPa (1.3 bar/19 psi). See the Tire and

Loading Information placard on the driver's

side B-pillaror the tire pressure table in the

fuel filler flap for values.

To increase the tire pressure: switch on

the tire inflation compressor.

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To reduce the tire pressure: depress

pressure release button E next to pres-

sure gauge F.

When the tire pressure is correct, unscrew

the filler hose from the valve of the sealed

tire.

Screw the valve cap onto the tire valve of

the sealed tire.

Pull the tire sealant bottle out of the tire

inflation compressor.

The filler hose remains attached to the tire

sealant bottle.

Stow the tire sealant bottle and the tire

inflation compressor.

Drive to the nearest qualified specialist

workshop and have the tire changed there.

Have the tire sealant bottle replaced as

soon as possible at a qualified specialist

workshop.

Have the tire sealant bottle replaced every

four years at a qualified specialist work-

shop.

Battery (vehicle)

Important safety notes

Special tools and expert knowledge are

required when working on the battery, e.g.

removal and installation. You should there-

fore have all work involving the battery car-

ried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

WARNING

Work carried out incorrectly on the battery

can lead, for example, to a short circuit and

thus damage the vehicle electronics. This can

lead to function restrictions applying to

safety-relevant systems, e.g. the lighting sys-

tem, ABS (anti-lock braking system) or ESP

(Electronic Stability Program). The operating

safety of your vehicle may be restricted. You

could lose control of the vehicle, for example:

braking

in the event of abrupt steering maneuver

and/or when the vehicle's speed is not

adapted to the road conditions

There is a risk of an accident.

In the event of a short circuit or a similar inci-

dent, contact a qualified specialist workshop

immediately. Do not drive any further. You

should have all work involving the battery car-

ried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

For further information about ABS and ESP

see (Y page 65) and (Y page 68).

WARNING

Electrostatic build-up can lead to the creation

of sparks, which could ignite the highly explo-

sive gases of a battery. There is a risk of an

explosion.

Before handling the battery, touch the vehicle

body to remove any existing electrostatic

build-up.

The highly flammable gas mixture forms when

charging the battery as well as when jump-

starting.

Always make sure that neither you nor the

battery is electrostatically charged. A build-

up of electrostatic charge can be caused, for

example:

by wearing clothing made from synthetic

fibers

due to friction between clothing and seats

if you push or pull the battery across the

carpet or other synthetic materials

if you wipe the battery with a cloth

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