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152 Driving and parking

Driving

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Get out and be struck by oncoming traf‐

fic.

Operate vehicle equipment and become

trapped, for example.

Notes on Mercedes-AMG vehicles

Observe the notes on the following topics in the

Supplement, as you may otherwise fail to recog‐

nize dangers:

In addition, the children could also set the

vehicle in motion, for example by:

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RACE START

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Releasing the parking brake.

Changing the transmission position.

Starting the vehicle.

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AMG adaptive sport suspension system

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(DYNAMIC SELECT switch) drive programs

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Functions of ESP^®

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Never leave children unattended in the

vehicle.

Switching on the power supply or the igni‐

tion (without engine start)

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When leaving the vehicle, always take

the key with you and lock the vehicle.

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WARNING Risk of accident and injury

due to children left unattended in the

vehicle

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To switch on the power supply: press but‐

ton 1 once.

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Keep the vehicle key out of reach of

children.

You can activate the windshield wipers, for

example.

Also observe the "Notes on pets in the vehicle".

If children are left unattended in the vehicle,

they could:

Requirements:

The power supply is switched off again if the fol‐

lowing conditions are met:

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The SmartKey is located in the vehicle and

the SmartKey battery is not discharged.

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Open doors, thereby endangering other

persons or road users.

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You open the driver's door.

You press button 1 twice more.

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The brake pedal is not depressed.

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To switch on the ignition: press button 1

If the vehicle does not start: switch off non-

essential consumers and press button 1

once.

If the vehicle still does not start and the

Place the Key in the Marked Space See

Operator's Manual display message also

appears in the multifunction display: start

the vehicle in emergency operation mode.

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Never leave the engine or, if present,

the auxiliary heating running in an

enclosed space without sufficient venti‐

lation.

twice.

The indicator lamps in the instrument cluster

light up.

The ignition is switched off again if one of the

following conditions is met:

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WARNING Risk of fire caused by flam‐

mable material on the exhaust system

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You do not start the vehicle within

15 minutes and the transmission is in posi‐

tion j or the electric parking brake is

applied.

Flammable materials brought in by either ani‐

mals or environmental influences may ignite

if they come into contact with hot parts of

the engine or exhaust system.

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by pressing button 1 for about three sec‐

onds or by pressing button 1 three times

within three seconds. Be sure to observe the

safety notes under "Driving tips"

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You press button 1 once.

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Therefore, check regularly that there

Starting the vehicle

are no flammable materials in the

engine compartment or on the exhaust

system.

(/ page 157).

Starting the vehicle with the start/stop but‐

ton

Starting the vehicle with SmartKey in the

marked space (emergency operation mode)

If the vehicle does not start and the Place the

Key in the Marked Space See Operator's Manual

message appears in the multifunction display,

you can start the vehicle in emergency operation

mode.

Requirements:

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DANGER Risk death caused by exhaust

gases

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The SmartKey is located in the vehicle and

the SmartKey battery is not discharged.

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust

gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling

these exhaust gases is hazardous to health

and leads to poisoning.

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Shift the transmission to position j or i.

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Depress the brake pedal and press button

1 once.

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must be located in marked space 2 on sym‐ Ensure the following before starting the engine:

bol 3 during the entire journey.

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The legal stipulations in the area where your

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Have SmartKey 1 checked at a qualified

specialist workshop.

vehicle is parked allow engine starting via

smartphone.

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It is safe to start and run the engine where

your vehicle is parked.

The fuel tank is sufficiently filled.

If the vehicle does not start:

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Place SmartKey 1 in marked space 2 and

leave it there.

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The starter battery is sufficiently charged.

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Depress the brake pedal and start the vehi‐

cle using the start/stop button.

% You can also set the temperature with your

smartphone. Information on Mercedes me

connect and other services: https://

www.mercedes.me

% You can also switch on the power supply or

the ignition with the start/stop button.

This function is not available for all models.

Starting the vehicle via Remote Online serv‐

ices

Charging the battery before commencing

your journey

% This function is not available in all countries.

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Make sure that marked space 2 is empty.

Cooling or heating the vehicle interior before

commencing your journey

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Remove SmartKey 1 from the key ring.

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Place SmartKey 1 in marked space 2 on

If the vehicle battery is discharged, you receive a

message on your smartphone. You can then

start the vehicle with the smartphone to charge

the battery. The vehicle is automatically

switched off after ten minutes.

% This function is not available in all countries.

the symbol 3.

If you start the vehicle via your smartphone, the

previously selected air conditioning adjustment

is active.

The vehicle will start after a short time.

If you remove SmartKey 1 from marked

space 2 the engine continues running. For

further engine starts however, SmartKey 1

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Ensure the following before starting the engine:

The panic alarm is not activated.

The hazard warning lights are switched off.

The hood is closed.

The doors are closed and locked.

The windows and sliding sunroof are closed.

Open a side window or the sliding sunroof.

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The legal stipulations in the area where your

vehicle is parked allow engine starting via

smartphone.

Breaking-in notes

Mercedes-AMG vehicles: observe the notes in

the Supplement. Otherwise, you may fail to rec‐

ognize dangers.

To preserve the engine during the first

1,000 miles (1,500 km):

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It is safe to start and run the engine where

your vehicle is parked.

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Start the vehicle using the smartphone.

After every vehicle start, the engine runs for

ten minutes.

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The fuel tank is sufficiently filled.

Starting the vehicle (Remote Online)

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Drive at varying road speeds and engine

speeds.

Drive the vehicle in drive program A

or ;.

Shift to the next highest gear at the very lat‐

est when the needle reaches the last third

before the red area in the tachometer.

Do not shift down a gear manually in order to

brake.

Avoid overstraining the vehicle, e.g. driving at

full throttle.

Do not depress the accelerator pedal past

the pressure point (kickdown).

You can carry out a maximum of two consecu‐

tive starting attempts. The vehicle must be star‐

ted once with the SmartKey before trying to

start the vehicle again with the smartphone. you

can stop the vehicle again at any time.

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WARNING Risk of crushing or entrap‐

ment due to unintentional starting of the

engine

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Limbs could be crushed or trapped if the

engine is started unintentionally during

service or maintenance work.

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% Further information can be found in the

smartphone app.

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Always secure the engine against unin‐

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tentional starting before carrying out

maintenance or repair work.

Securing the engine against starting before

carrying out maintenance or repair work:

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Switch on the hazard warning lights.

Requirements:

or

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Park position j is selected.

Unlock the doors.

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The anti-theft alarm system is not activated.

or

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Notes on optimized acceleration

Only increase the engine speed gradually and

accelerate the vehicle to full speed after

1,000 miles (1,500 km).

Requirements:

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The vehicle has been broken in

(/ page 155).

If all necessary prerequisites and activation con‐

ditions are fulfilled, the best possible accelera‐

tion can be achieved from a standstill.

Do not use the optimized acceleration on public

roads. Individual wheels could spin and you

could lose control of the vehicle. There is an

increased risk of skidding and/or accident.

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This also applies when the engine or parts of the

drivetrain have been replaced.

Please also observe the following breaking-in

notes:

The vehicle and tires are in good condition.

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You are on a high-grip roadway.

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The engine and transmission are at normal

operating temperature.

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In certain driving and driving safety systems,

Be sure to observe the safety notes and informa‐

NOTE Increased wear due to optimized

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the sensors adjust automatically while a cer‐

tain distance is being driven after the vehicle

has been delivered or after repairs. Full sys‐

tem effectiveness is not reached until the

end of this teach-in process.

tion on ESP^®(/ page 186).

acceleration

When pulling away with optimized accelera‐

tion, all components of the drivetrain are

subjected to a very high load.

Pulling away with optimized acceleration

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Brakepads, brake discs and tires that are

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WARNING Risk of skidding and having

an accident from wheels spinning

This can lead to increased component wear.

either new or have been replaced only ach‐

ieve optimum braking effect and grip after

several hundred kilometers of driving. Com‐

pensate for the reduced braking effect by

applying greater force to the brake pedal.

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Do not always pull away with optimized

acceleration.

When you use optimized acceleration, indi‐

vidual wheels could spin and you could lose

control of the vehicle.

If ESP^®is deactivated, there is a risk of skid‐

ding and accident.

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Engage the h drive position (/ page 169).

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Move the steering wheel to the straight-

ahead position.

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Select the sportiest available drive program

B or C(/ page 166).

Make sure that no persons or obstacles

are in the close vicinity of your vehicle.

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Deactivate ESP^®(/ page 190).

Depress and hold the brake pedal firmly with

your left foot.

With your right foot, fully depress the accel‐

erator pedal.

After no more than five seconds, take your

left foot quickly off the brake, but keep the

accelerator pedal depressed.

The vehicle pulls away at maximum accelera‐

tion.

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Notes on driving

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WARNING Risk of accident due to

unsuitable footwear

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WARNING Risk of accident due to

objects in the driver's footwell

Operation of the pedals may be restricted

due to unsuitable footwear such as:

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Objects in the driver's footwell may impede

pedal travel or block a depressed pedal.

This jeopardizes the operating and road

safety of the vehicle.

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Shoes with platform soles

Shoes with high heels

Slippers

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Stow all objects in the vehicle securely

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When driving always wear suitable

shoes in order to be able to operate the

pedals safely.

so that they cannot get into the driver's

footwell.

Switch on ESP^®once the acceleration proce‐

dure is complete.

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Always install the floor mats securely

and as prescribed in order to ensure

that there is always sufficient room for

the pedals.

Do not use loose floor mats and do not

place floor mats on top of one another.

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WARNING Risk of accident when switch‐

Ending optimized acceleration

ing off the ignition when driving

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Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.

If you switch off the ignition while driving,

safety functions are restricted or no longer

available. This may affect the power steering

system and the brake force boosting, for

example.

You will then need to use considerably more

force to steer and brake.

Reactivate the ESP^®.

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tion, components of the drivetrain can

become very hot, which means that opti‐

mized acceleration values may be reached

again only after a few minutes.

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Do not switch off the ignition while driv‐

The probability of a serious or even fatal acci‐

dent greatly increases if you drive when

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

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DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to poi‐

ing.

sonous exhaust gases

If the tailpipe is blocked or sufficient ventila‐

tion is not possible, poisonous exhaust gases

such as carbon monoxide may enter the vehi‐

cle. This is the case when the vehicle

becomes stuck in snow, for example.

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Do not drink alcohol or take drugs while

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DANGER Risk death caused by exhaust

gases

driving, and do not allow anyone to

drive who has been drinking alcohol or

taking drugs.

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust

gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling

these exhaust gases is hazardous to health

and leads to poisoning.

Keep the tailpipe and the area around

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WARNING Risk of accident due to the

brake system overheating

the vehicle free from snow when the

engine or the stationary heater are run‐

ning.

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Never leave the engine or, if present,

the auxiliary heating running in an

enclosed space without sufficient venti‐

lation.

If you leave your foot on the brake pedal

when driving, the brake system may over‐

heat.

This increases the braking distance and the

brake system may even fail.

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Open a window on the side of the vehi‐

cle facing away from the wind to ensure

an adequate supply of fresh air.

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WARNING Risk of skidding and of an

accident due to shifting down on slippery

road surfaces

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WARNING Risk of accident and injury

due to being under the influence of alco‐

hol and drugs while driving

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Never use the brake pedal as a footrest.

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Do not depress the brake pedal and the

If you shift down on slippery road surfaces to

increase the engine braking effect, the drive

wheels may lose traction.

accelerator pedal at the same time

while driving.

Driving when under the influence of alcohol

and/or drugs is an extremely dangerous

combination. Even small quantities of alcohol

or drugs may affect your reflexes, perception

and judgment.

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Do not shift down on slippery road sur‐

faces to increase the engine braking

effect.

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carefully depress the brake pedal at the end

of the journey and when starting the next

journey

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Only depress the accelerator pedal

slightly.

Have the cause rectified immediately at

a qualified specialist workshop.

NOTE Wearing out the brake linings by

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continuously depressing the brake pedal

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Do not depress the brake pedal contin‐

uously whilst driving.

To use the braking effect of the engine,

shift to a lower gear in good time.

Notes on hydroplaning

Hydroplaning can take place once a certain

amount of water has accumulated on the road

surface.

Plug-in hybrid: observe the notes in the Supple‐

ment. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dan‐

gers.

Observe the following notes during heavy precip‐

itation or in conditions in which hydroplaning

may occur:

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NOTE Damage to the drivetrain and

engine when pulling away

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Notes on driving on salt-treated roads

The braking effect is limited on salt-treated

roads.

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Do not warm up the engine while the

vehicle is stationary. Pull away immedi‐

ately.

Avoid high engine speeds and driving at

full throttle until the engine has reached

its operating temperature.

reduce speed

avoid tire ruts

avoid sudden steering movements

brake carefully

Therefore, observe the following notes:

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due to salt build-up on the brake discs and

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brakepads, the braking distance can increase

considerably or result in braking only on one

side

% Also observe the notes on regularly checking

wheels and tires (/ page 458).

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maintain a much greater safe distance to the

vehicle in front

NOTE Damage to the catalytic converter

due to non-combusted fuel

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Notes on driving through water on the road

surface

Water which has entered into the vehicle can

damage the engine, electrics and transmission.

Water can also enter the air intake of the engine

and cause engine damage.

To remove salt build-up:

The engine is not running smoothly and is

misfiring.

Non-combusted fuel may get into the cata‐

lytic converter.

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brake occasionally while paying attention to

the traffic conditions

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Observe the following if you must drive through

water:

the system. Clean the brakes after driving off-

road. If you then notice reduced braking effect

or hear scraping noises, have the brake system

checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

Adjust your driving style to the changed braking

characteristics.

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Always drive on inclines in the line of

fall (straight up or down) and do not

turn.

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observe the maximum permissible fording

depth (/ page 502)

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drive at walking pace at most, otherwise

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WARNING Risk of fire due to flammable

materials on hot parts of the exhaust

system

water can enter the vehicle interior or engine

compartment

NOTE Damage caused by driving over

obstacles

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vehicles traveling in front, or oncoming vehi‐

Flammable material such as leaves, grass or

twigs may ignite if they come into contact

with hot parts of the exhaust system.

cles, can create waves which may exceed the

maximum permissible height of the water

The vehicle can be damaged by:

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Driving up on high curbs or unpaved

roads.

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When driving on unpaved roads or off-

road, regularly check the vehicle under‐

side.

Remove trapped plants or other flam‐

mable material.

The braking effect of the brakes is reduced after

fording. Brake carefully while paying attention to

the traffic conditions until braking power has

been fully restored.

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Quickly driving over obstacles such as

curbs, speed bumps or potholes.

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Heavy objects hitting the underbody or

chassis components.

Notes on off-road driving

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If there is damage, consult a qualified

specialist workshop immediately.

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Do not drive over obstacles that could

damage the vehicle.

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WARNING Risk of accident if you do not

keep to line of fall on inclines

When driving off-road, substances such as sand,

mud and water or water mixed with oil may get

into the brakes. This may lead to a reduction in

braking effect or total brake failure as a result of

increased wear. The braking characteristics will

vary depending on the material that has entered

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Check the vehicle regularly for damage

during off-road driving.

If you drive at an angle or turn on an incline,

the vehicle could slip sideways, tip and roll‐

over.

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Adjust the vehicle speed to suit the

road surface conditions.

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Adapt your driving style to the terrain.

Do not use the HOLD function on steep

downhill or uphill gradients with slippery or

loose surfaces.

Off-road driving

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If there is damage, consult a qualified

specialist workshop immediately.

Read this section before driving your vehicle off-

road. Practice by driving over more gentle off-

road terrain first.

ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental

damage due to non-observance of pro‐

hibition signs

+

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Observe the notes on the cross-country ABS

(/ page 185).

Driving on sand

When driving on sand, also observe the following

instructions:

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If necessary, select the F or G drive

Environmental protection has priority. Treat

nature with respect.

program (vehicles with an Off-road package)

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Select the F drive program.

Select a higher vehicle level.

before driving off-road (/ page 166).

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Be sure to observe prohibition signs.

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Select a vehicle level suitable for off-road ter‐

rain (/ page 216). To avoid damaging the

vehicle, make sure there is always sufficient

ground clearance.

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Shift to a lower gear.

Drive quickly to overcome the rolling resist‐

ance, otherwise the vehicle may dig itself in.

Drive in the tracks of other vehicles if possi‐

ble. Make sure that the following prerequi‐

sites are met:

Checklist before driving off-road

Check the following points before driving off-

road:

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Always keep the engine running and in gear

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Fuel level

when driving on downhill gradients and

slopes. Observe the notes on driving in

mountainous terrain.

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Engine oil level: fill engine oil up to the maxi‐

mum level to ensure full gradeability

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The tire ruts are not too deep

(/ page 424).

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Do not drive on unknown terrain that is not

easily visible and stay on marked routes.

Always keep the doors and windows closed

while the vehicle is in motion.

Deactivate Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

and cruise control.

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The sand is firm enough

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Tire-change tool kit and spare wheel

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the ground clearance is sufficient

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Tires and wheels

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Mercedes-AMG vehicles: observe the notes in

the Supplement. Otherwise, you may fail to rec‐

ognize dangers.

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Fording

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Shift to a lower gear on uphill gradients and

on long, steep downhill gradients.

Activate DSR before driving downhill, if nec‐

essary (/ page 199).

Headlamps and tail lamps

Tires, wheels and wheel arches

underbody

Also observe the following information when

fording:

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Drive at no more than 6 mph (10 km/h).

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After driving through sand, mud, water or

gravel, have the following components

checked and cleaned:

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Checklist after driving off-road

Observe the maximum permissible fording

depth (/ page 502).

Driving off-road places greater demands on your

vehicle than driving on normal roads. Check the

entire vehicle for damage and foreign bodies

every time after driving off-road. Foreign bodies

in the wheels or drivetrain can lead to imbalan‐

ces and therefore vibrations.

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Switch off automatic climate control

(/ page 147).

Brake discs and brakepads

Tires and wheels

axle joints

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Ensure that a bow wave does not form as you

drive.

Do not stop in the water and do not switch

off the engine. Ensure the ECO start/stop

function is switched off (/ page 164).

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If the F or G drive program is selec‐

ted: select another drive program.

Switch DSR off.

Lower the vehicle level again to a level suita‐

ble to the road conditions, e.g. to the normal

level.

Apply the brakes to dry them after fording.

Check that the service brake is working nor‐

mally after a long downhill stretch.

ECO start/stop function

Operation of the ECO start/stop function

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Driving in mountainous terrain

Also observe the following information when

driving in mountainous terrain:

Vehicles with a 48 V on-board electrical sys‐

tem (EQ Boost technology)

The engine is switched off automatically in the

following situations if all vehicle conditions for

an automatic engine stop are met:

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Observe the values of the approach/depar‐

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ture angle and of the maximum gradient

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(/ page 502).

You brake the vehicle to a standstill in trans‐

mission position h or i.

You depress the brake pedal when traveling

at a low speed.

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Avoid high engine speeds.

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Clean the following components every time

after driving off-road:

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Use the braking power of the engine when

driving downhill.

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License plate number

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If you switch on the HOLD function or select a

different transmission position than k, the

engine will automatically stop in the following

situations:

% If, in spite of an intelligent stop inhibitor, the

engine should be switched off by the ECO

start/stop function, activate the HOLD func‐

tion or engage transmission position j.

If the engine was switched off by the ECO start/

stop function and you leave the vehicle, a warn‐

ing tone sounds and the engine is not restarted.

The Vehicle Ready to Drive Switch the Ignition

Off Before Exiting display message also appears

in the multifunction display. If you do not switch

off the ignition, the ignition is automatically

switched off after three minutes.

You engage transmission position h or k.

You release the brake pedal, the vehicle is

not in glide mode and it starts to move on a

gentle downhill gradient at a speed below

2 mph (3 km/h).

You depress the accelerator pedal.

You engage drive program B, F or

G (vehicles with Offroad package).

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You stop behind a vehicle that is pulling

away.

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You stop at a stop sign when there is no vehi‐

cle in front of you.

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You turn the steering wheel hard at a low

speed.

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An automatic engine start is necessary.

ECO start/stop function symbols in the multi‐

function display:

The engine is restarted automatically if:

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You release the brake pedal in transmission

Vehicles without a 48 V on-board electrical

system (EQ Boost technology)

The engine is switched off automatically in the

following situations if all vehicle conditions for

an automatic engine stop are met:

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The è symbol (green) appears when the

position h when the HOLD function is not

active and one of the following conditions are

met:

vehicle is at a standstill: the engine was

switched off by the ECO start/stop function.

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The ç symbol (yellow) appears when the

vehicle is at a standstill: not all vehicle condi‐

tions for an engine stop have been met.

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Drive program A or ; is not selec‐

ted.

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You brake the vehicle to a standstill in trans‐

mission position h or i.

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Drive program A or ; is selected

but the does not start to move.

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Neither the è nor ç symbol appears

when the vehicle is at a standstill: an intelli‐

gent stop inhibitor was detected, e.g. a stop

sign.

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Drive program A or ; is selected,

the vehicle is moving at a speed of more

that 15 mph (20 km/h) and glide mode is

not activated.

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If you switch on the HOLD function in transmis‐

sion position h or i, the engine will automati‐

cally stop in the following situations:

ECO start/stop function symbols in the multi‐

function display:

Off Before Exiting display message also appears

in the multifunction display. If you do not switch

off the ignition, the ignition is automatically

switched off after three minutes.

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The è symbol (green) appears when the

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You stop behind a vehicle that is pulling

away.

vehicle is at a standstill: the engine was

switched off by the ECO start/stop function.

Deactivating or activating the ECO start/

stop function

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You stop at a stop sign when there is no vehi‐

cle in front of you.

You turn the steering wheel hard at a low

speed.

The ç symbol (yellow) appears when the

vehicle is at a standstill: not all vehicle condi‐

tions for an engine stop have been met.

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Neither the è nor ç symbol appears

when the vehicle is at a standstill: an intelli‐

gent stop inhibitor was detected, e.g. a stop

sign.

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In transmission position k, the engine is

not switched off automatically even when

the HOLD function is switched on.

% If, in spite of an intelligent stop inhibitor, the

engine should be switched off by the ECO

start/stop function, you have the following

options:

The engine is restarted automatically if:

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You release the brake pedal in transmission

position h when the HOLD function is not

active.

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Switch on the HOLD function in transmis‐

sion position h or i.

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You engage transmission position h or k.

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You engage drive program B, F or

G (vehicles with Offroad package).

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Engage transmission position j.

If the engine was switched off by the ECO start/

stop function and you leave the vehicle, a warn‐

ing tone sounds and the engine is not restarted.

The Vehicle Ready to Drive Switch the Ignition

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You depress the accelerator pedal.

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An automatic engine start is necessary.

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Press button 1.

If indicator lamp 2 lights up, the ECO start/

stop function is activated.

The ECO display will show you when you have

driven economically:

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The three outer segments are completely fil‐

led simultaneously

% Depending on the model and the vehicle

equipment, the button may also be located

at a different position in the center console.

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The ECO display lights up

The additional range achieved as a result of your

driving style in comparison with a driver with a

very sporty driving style is shown under Bonus

fr. Start. The range displayed does not indicate a

fixed reduction in consumption.

ECO display function

The ECO display summarizes your driving char‐

acteristics from the start of the journey to its

completion and assists you in achieving the

most economical driving style.

You can influence consumption by doing the fol‐

lowing:

The inner segment will light up and the outer

segment will fill up when the following driving

style is adopted:

DYNAMIC SELECT switch

Function of the DYNAMIC SELECT switch

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1 Moderate acceleration

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2 Gentle deceleration and rolling

Plug-in hybrid: observe the notes in the Supple‐

ment. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dan‐

gers.

Mercedes-AMG vehicles: observe the notes in

the Supplement. Otherwise, you may fail to rec‐

ognize dangers.

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driving with particular care

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3 Consistent speed

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driving the vehicle in drive program ;

The inner segment will not light up and the outer

segment will empty when the following driving

style is adopted:

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observing the gearshift recommendations

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1 Sporty acceleration

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2 Heavy braking

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3 Fluctuations in speed

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Use the DYNAMIC SELECT switch to change

between the following drive programs:

= (Individual): individual settings

B (Sport +): particularly sporty driving style

C (Sport): sporty driving style

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

ESP^®

Press DYNAMIC SELECT switch 1 forwards

or backwards.

The drive program selected appears in the

multifunction display.

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^RVehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL or

DYNAMIC BODY CONTROL: suspension

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Electric power steering

Configuring DYNAMIC SELECT (multimedia

system)

A (Comfort): comfortable and economical

driving style

Selecting the drive program

Multimedia system:

4

; (Eco): particularly economical driving

5

©

Settings

Vehicle

style

5

DYNAMIC SELECT

Vehicles with Off-road package:

Setting drive program I

#

F Offroad: driving on less demanding off-

Select Individual Config..

Select and set a category.

road terrain

#

G (Offroad +): driving on difficult off-road

terrain

Switching the reset display on/off

#

% The drive program selected appears in the

multifunction display of the on-board com‐

puter.

Depending on the drive program, the following

systems change their characteristics:

Switch Request at Start on or off.

Function on: the next time the vehicle is started

a prompt appears asking whether the last active

drive program should be restored. If the ECO

start/stop function was deactivated, an addi‐

tional prompt appears asking if the function

should remain deactivated.

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Drive:

-

Engine and transmission management

Driving and parking 167

Automatic transmission

Displaying engine data

% The prompt appears only if the previously

active settings deviate from the standard

settings.

Function off: the next time the vehicle is star‐

ted the A drive program is set automatically.

The ECO start/stop function is activated auto‐

matically.

% This function must be activated for each user

profile separately. Only when this function is

activated will the drive program and Eco

start/stop setting for the previous journey

be saved for the respective user profile.

Multimedia system:

DIRECT SELECT lever

4

5

©

Info

Function of the DIRECT SELECT lever

#

Select Engine.

&

WARNING Risk of accident due to incor‐

rect gearshifting

The engine data is displayed.

% The values for engine output and engine tor‐

que may deviate from the nominal values.

If the engine speed is higher than the idle

speed and you engage the transmission posi‐

tion h or k, the vehicle may accelerate

sharply.

Items that can influence this are, for exam‐

ple:

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Sea level

#

If you engage the transmission position

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Fuel grade

h or k always depress the brake

pedal firmly and do not accelerate at

the same time.

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Outside temperature

Displaying vehicle data

Multimedia system:

Calling up fuel consumption indicator

4

5

©

Info

Multimedia system:

#

Select Vehicle.

4

5

©

Info

The vehicle data is displayed.

#

Select Consumption.

The current and average fuel consumption is

displayed.

168 Driving and parking

i

h

Neutral

Drive position

#

Keep the vehicle key out of reach of

children.

&

WARNING Risk of accident and injury

due to children left unattended in the

vehicle

Engaging reverse gear R

#

Use the DIRECT SELECT lever to shift the trans‐

mission position. The current transmission posi‐

tion is displayed in the multifunction display.

If children are left unattended in the vehicle,

they could:

Depress the brake pedal and push the

DIRECT SELECT lever upwards past the first

point of resistance.

The transmission position display shows k

in the multifunction display.

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Open doors, thereby endangering other

persons or road users.

Get out and be struck by oncoming traf‐

fic.

Operate vehicle equipment and become

trapped, for example.

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Engaging neutral N

#

Depress the brake pedal and push the

DIRECT SELECT lever up or down to the first

point of resistance.

The transmission position display shows i

in the multifunction display.

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In addition, the children could also set the

vehicle in motion, for example by:

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Releasing the parking brake.

Changing the transmission position.

Starting the vehicle.

Subsequently releasing the brake pedal will

allow you to move the vehicle freely, e.g. to push

it or tow it away.

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Proceed as follows if you want the automatic

transmission to remain in neutral i even if

the ignition is switched off:

#

Never leave children unattended in the

vehicle.

#

When leaving the vehicle, always take

the key with you and lock the vehicle.

#

j

Start the vehicle.

Park position

k

Reverse gear

Driving and parking 169

#

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Depress the brake pedal and engage neutral

The position of the accelerator pedal

The driving speed

Park position j is engaged automatically if one

i.

of the following conditions is met:

#

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Release the brake pedal.

Switch the ignition off.

You switch off the ignition when the vehicle

is stationary and the transmission is in posi‐

Manual gearshifting

tion h or k.

% If you then exit the vehicle leaving the

SmartKey in the vehicle, the automatic trans‐

mission remains in neutral i.

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You open the driver's door when the vehicle

&

WARNING Risk of skidding and of an

accident due to shifting down on slippery

road surfaces

is stationary or when driving at a very low

speed and the transmission is in position h

or k.

Engaging park position P

#

If you shift down on slippery road surfaces to

increase the engine braking effect, the drive

wheels may lose traction.

Observe the notes on parking the vehicle

(/ page 174).

Depress the brake pedal until the vehicle is

stationary.

When the vehicle is stationary, press button

j.

Park position is only engaged when the

transmission position display j is shown in

the multifunction display. If no transmission

position display j appears, secure the vehi‐

cle to prevent it from rolling away.

% To maneuver with an open driver's door,

open the driver's door while stationary and

engage transmission position h or k

again.

#

Do not shift down on slippery road sur‐

faces to increase the engine braking

effect.

#

Engaging drive position D

#

Depress the brake pedal and push the

DIRECT SELECT lever down past the first

point of resistance.

The transmission position display shows h

in the multifunction display.

When the automatic transmission is in transmis‐

sion position h, it shifts the gears automati‐

cally. This depends on the following factors:

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The selected drive program

170 Driving and parking

Permanent setting

Temporary setting

Gearshifting

#

To activate: pull steering wheel gearshift

paddle 1 or 2.

To shift up: pull steering wheel gearshift

paddle 2.

Manual gearshifting is activated for a short

time. Transmission position p and the cur‐

rent gear appear in the multifunction display.

#

To shift down: pull steering wheel gearshift

paddle 1.

Plug-in hybrid: observe the notes in the Supple‐

ment. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dan‐

gers.

Mercedes-AMG vehicles: observe the notes in

the Supplement. Otherwise, you may fail to rec‐

ognize dangers.

#

To deactivate: pull steering wheel gearshift

#

To activate/deactivate: press button 1.

paddle 2 and hold it in place.

The transmission position h appears in the

multifunction display.

Manual gearshifting is activated: transmis‐

sion position p and the current gear appear

in the multifunction display.

% To permanently shift the gears manually in

drive program = using the steering wheel

gearshift paddles, select the p (manual)

setting for the transmission.

Manual gearshifting is deactivated: transmis‐

sion position h appears in the multifunction

display.

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Gearshift recommendation

Using kickdown

Glide mode is activated if the following condi‐

tions are met:

Mercedes-AMG vehicles: observe the notes in

the Supplement. Otherwise, you may fail to rec‐

ognize dangers.

The gearshift recommendation assists you in

adopting an economical driving style.

Mercedes-AMG vehicles: observe the notes in

the Supplement. Otherwise, you may fail to rec‐

ognize dangers.

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Drive program ; is selected.

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The speed is within a suitable range.

The road's course is suitable, e.g. no steep

uphill or downhill inclines or tight bends.

#

Maximum acceleration: depress the accel‐

erator pedal beyond the pressure point.

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There is no trailer coupled to the trailer hitch,

and no bicycle rack installed.

You do not depress the accelerator or brake

pedal (except for light brake applications).

The automatic transmission shifts up to the next

gear when the maximum engine speed is

reached to protect the engine from overrevving.

Glide mode function

% Glide mode can also be activated if you have

selected the "Eco" setting for the drive in the

drive program =.

Glide mode is deactivated again if one of the

conditions is no longer met.

Mercedes-AMG vehicles: observe the notes in

the Supplement. Otherwise, you may not recog‐

nize dangers.

With an anticipatory driving style, glide mode

helps you to reduce fuel consumption.

Glide mode can also be prevented by the follow‐

ing parameters:

#

If gearshift recommendation message 1 is

shown on the multifunction display, shift to

the recommended gear.

Glide mode is characterized by the following:

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Incline

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The combustion engine is disconnected from

the drivetrain and continues to run in neutral.

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Downhill gradient

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Temperature

Height

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The transmission position h is displayed in

green in the multifunction display.

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Speed

Refueling

Refueling the vehicle

If you or other people come into contact with

fuel, observe the following:

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Operating status of the engine

Traffic situation

R

#

Immediately rinse fuel off your skin with

soap and water.

&

WARNING Risk of fire or explosion from

fuel

#

If fuel comes into contact with your

Function of 4MATIC

Fuels are highly flammable.

eyes, immediately rinse them thor‐

oughly with clean water. Seek medical

attention immediately.

4MATIC ensures that all four wheels are driven

when needed. Together with ESP^®and 4ETS,

4MATIC improves the traction of your vehicle

whenever a driven wheel spins due to insuffi‐

cient traction.

If you fail to adapt your driving style, 4MATIC can

neither reduce the risk of an accident nor over‐

ride the laws of physics. 4MATIC cannot take

account of road, weather and traffic conditions.

4MATIC is only an aid. You are responsible espe‐

cially for maintaining a safe distance from the

vehicle in front, for vehicle speed, for braking in

good time and for staying in lane.

#

Fire, open flames, smoking and creation

of sparks must be avoided.

#

If you swallow fuel, seek medical atten‐

#

Switch off the ignition and, if available,

tion immediately. Do not induce vomit‐

ing.

the stationary heater, before and while

refueling the vehicle.

#

Change immediately out of clothing that

has come into contact with fuel.

&

WARNING Risk of injury from fuels

Fuels are poisonous and hazardous to your

health.

&

WARNING Risk of fire and explosion due

to electrostatic charge

#

Do not swallow fuel or let it come into

contact with skin, eyes or clothing.

Electrostatic charge can create sparks and

thereby ignite fuel vapors.

#

Do not inhale fuel vapor.

% In wintry road conditions, the maximum

effect of 4MATIC can be achieved only if you

use winter tires (M+S tires), with snow

chains if necessary.

#

Keep children away from fuel.

Keep doors and windows closed during

the refueling process.

Driving and parking 173

#

Before you open the fuel filler cap or

take hold of the pump nozzle, touch the

metallic vehicle body.

This discharges any electrostatic charge

that may have built up.

Do not get into the vehicle again during

the refueling process.

Otherwise, electrostatic charge can

build up again.

Never refuel using any of the following fuels:

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

Have the fuel tank and fuel lines

drained completely.

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Diesel

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Gasoline with more than 10% ethanol by

volume, e.g. E15, E85, E100

NOTE Damage to the fuel system caused

by overfilled fuel tanks

*

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Gasoline with more than 3% methanol by

volume, e.g. M15, M30, M85, M100

#

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Gasoline with additives containing metal

Only fill the fuel tank until the pump

nozzle switches off.

If you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel:

#

Do not switch the ignition on.

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

NOTE Fuel may spray out when you

remove the fuel pump nozzle

*

NOTE Damage caused by the wrong fuel

*

#

Vehicles with a gasoline engine:

#

Only fill the fuel tank until the pump

nozzle switches off.

Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could

result in damage to the fuel system, the

engine and the emission control system.

NOTE Do not use diesel to refuel vehi‐

*

cles with a gasoline engine

Requirements

If you have accidentally refueled with the

wrong fuel:

#

The RON requirement is located in the

fuel filler flap.

Plug-in-hybrid: for vehicles with a gasoline

engine, observe the notes in the Supplement.

Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dangers.

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Do not switch the ignition on. Otherwise

fuel can enter the engine.

Even small amounts of the wrong fuel

could result in damage to the fuel system

and the engine. The repair costs are high.

#

Only refuel with low-sulfur unleaded

fuel.

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The vehicle is unlocked (/ page 66).

This fuel may contain up to 10% ethanol. Your

vehicle is suitable for use with E10 fuel.

% Do not get into the vehicle again during the

refueling process. Otherwise, electrostatic

charge could build up again.

174 Driving and parking

#

Observe the notes on operating fluids

(/ page 496).

Press on the back area of fuel filler flap 1.

Turn the fuel filler cap counter-clockwise and

remove it.

Parking

Parking the vehicle

#

Insert the fuel filler cap from above into

&

WARNING Risk of accident and injury

caused by an insufficiently secured vehi‐

cle rolling away.

bracket 2.

Completely insert the pump nozzle into the

tank filler neck, hook in place and refuel.

Only fill the fuel tank until the pump nozzle

switches off.

Replace the cap on the filler neck and turn

clockwise until it engages audibly.

Close fuel filler flap 1.

If the vehicle is not securely parked suffi‐

ciently, it can roll away in an uncontrolled

way even at a slight downhill gradient.

#

Ensure that the parked vehicle is always

properly secured against rolling away as

follows:

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On uphill or downhill gradients, turn

% Close the fuel filler flap before locking the

the front wheels so that the vehicle

rolls towards the curb if it starts

moving.

vehicle.

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Apply the parking brake.

1

2

3

4

5

Fuel filler flap

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Switch the transmission to position

j.

Bracket for fuel filler cap

Tire pressure table

QR code for rescue card

Fuel type

Driving and parking 175

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Operate vehicle equipment and become

trapped, for example.

&

WARNING Risk of fire caused by hot

exhaust system parts

Flammable material such as leaves, grass or

twigs may ignite if they come into contact

with hot parts of the exhaust system or

exhaust gas flow.

In addition, the children could also set the

vehicle in motion, for example by:

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Releasing the parking brake.

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Changing the transmission position.

#

Park the vehicle so that no flammable

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Starting the vehicle.

material can come into contact with hot

vehicle components.

#

Never leave children unattended in the

vehicle.

#

In particular, do not park on dry grass‐

land or harvested grain fields.

#

When leaving the vehicle, always take

the key with you and lock the vehicle.

&

WARNING Risk of accident and injury

due to children left unattended in the

vehicle

#

Keep the vehicle key out of reach of

children.

#

Bring the vehicle to a standstill by applying

the brake pedal.

On uphill or downhill gradients, turn the front

wheels so that the vehicle rolls towards the

curb if it starts moving.

If children are left unattended in the vehicle,

they could:

NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to it

*

rolling away

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Open doors, thereby endangering other

persons or road users.

#

Always secure the vehicle against roll‐

ing away.

#

Apply the electric parking brake.

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Get out and be struck by oncoming traf‐

fic.

176 Driving and parking

#

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The vehicle has been parked outside the

garage or outside the range of movement of

the door.

The engine is switched off.

The ignition is switched on.

Engage transmission position j in a station‐

#

Never leave the engine or, if present,

the auxiliary heating running in an

enclosed space without sufficient venti‐

lation.

ary vehicle with the brake pedal applied

(/ page 169).

Switch off the engine and the ignition by

pressing button 1.

Release the service brake slowly.

Get out of the vehicle and lock it.

#

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#

&

WARNING Risk of injury when opening

or closing a door with the garage door

opener

% The garage door opener function is always

#

available when the ignition is switched on.

% When you park the vehicle, you can still

operate the side windows and the panoramic

sliding sunroof for approximately five

minutes if the driver's door is closed.

When you operate or program the door with

the integrated garage door opener, people in

the range of movement of the door may

become trapped or struck by the door.

#

When using the integrated garage door

Garage door opener

opener, always make sure that nobody

is within the range of movement of the

door.

Programming buttons for the garage door

opener

&

DANGER Risk death caused by exhaust

gases

Only operate the following doors using the

garage door opener:

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Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust

gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling

these exhaust gases is hazardous to health

and leads to poisoning.

Doors with a safety stop and reversing fea‐

ture.

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Doors which conform to the current U.S.

safety standards.

Requirements:

Driving and parking 177

#

Check if the transmission frequency of the

remote control has the frequency range of

280 to 868 MHz.

synchronization of the rolling code with

the door system must also be carried out.

If indicator lamp 4 does not light up or flash

green: repeat the procedure.

#

Radio equipment approval number:

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NZLMUAHL5 (USA)

Release all of the buttons.

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4112A-MUAHL5 (Canada)

% The remote control for the door drive is not

included in the scope of delivery of the

garage door opener.

#

Press and hold button 1, 2 or 3 that you

wish to program.

Indicator lamp 4 flashes yellow.

Synchronizing the rolling code

Requirements:

% It can take up to 20 seconds before the indi‐

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cator lamp flashes yellow.

The door system uses a rolling code.

#

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Release the previously pressed button.

Indicator lamp 4 continues to flash yellow.

The vehicle must be within range of the

garage door or door drive.

#

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Point remote control 5 from a distance of

The vehicle as well as persons and objects,

are located outside the range of movement

of the door.

#

Press the programming button on the door

drive unit.

Initiate the next step within approximately

30 seconds.

Press previously programmed button 1, 2

or 3 repeatedly until the door closes.

When the door closes, programming is com‐

plete.

0.4 in (1 cm) to 3 in (8 cm) towards button

1, 2 or 3.

#

Press and hold button 6 of remote control

5 until one of the following signals appears:

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Indicator lamp 4 lights up green contin‐

uously. Programming is complete.

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Indicator lamp 4 flashes green. Pro‐

gramming was successful. Additionally,

178 Driving and parking

#

Opening or closing the door

Requirements:

% Please also read the operating instructions

Hold remote control 5 at various angles

from a distance of 0.4 in (1 cm) to 3 in

(8 cm) in front of the inside rearview mirror.

You should test every position for at least

25 seconds before trying another position.

Hold remote control 5 at the same angles

at various distances in front of the inside

rearview mirror. You should test every posi‐

tion for at least 25 seconds before trying

another position.

for the door drive.

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The corresponding button is programmed to

Troubleshooting when programming the

remote control

operate the door.

#

Note that some remote controls transmit

only for a limited period, press button 6 on

remote control 5 again before transmission

ends.

Align the antenna line of the door opener unit

with the remote control.

% Support and additional information on pro‐

gramming:

On the toll free HomeLink^®Hotline on

1-800-355-3515.

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#

Press and hold buttons 1, 2 or 3 until

#

Check if the transmitter frequency of remote

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On the Internet at https://

www.homelink.com/mercedes.

the door opens or closes.

control 5 is supported.

#

If indicator lamp 4 flashes yellow after

approximately 20 seconds: press and hold

#

Replace the batteries in remote control 5.

Driving and parking 179

Radio equipment approval numbers

Radio equipment approval numbers for the

garage door opener

the previously pressed button again until the

door opens or closes.

Country

Egypt

Radio type approval number

Clearing the garage door opener memory

Radio equipment approval numbers

TAC.2511151293.WIR

Andorra

Australia

CE

R-NZ

Barbados MED1578

Chile

2488/DFRS20576/F-74

European CE

Union

Gibraltar

Iceland

Jordan

CE

Brazil

CE

Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário,

isto é, não tem direito à proteção contra interfer‐

ência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo

tipo, e não pode causar interferência a sistemas

operando em caráter primário.

Para maiores informações acessar

www.anatel.gov.br

TRC/LPD/2015/299

IC: 4112A-MUAHL5

CE

Canada

Kuwait

#

Press and hold buttons 1 and 3.

Indicator lamp 4 lights up yellow.

#

If indicator lamp 4 flashes green: release

Liechten‐ CE

stein

buttons 1 and 3.

The entire memory has been deleted.

180 Driving and parking

Electric parking brake

Country

Mexico

Radio type approval number

Country

Radio type approval number

Electric parking brake function (applying

automatically)

RCPGEMU15-0448

CE

United

Arab Emi‐

rates

ER41849/15

Dealer No: DA35176/14

Monaco

&

WARNING Risk of accident and injury

due to children left unattended in the

vehicle

New Zea‐ R-NZ

land

United

States

FCC ID: NZLMUAHL5

If children are left unattended in the vehicle,

they could:

Norway

CE

Further information on the declaration of con‐

formity for wireless vehicle components

(/ page 25).

Russian

Federa‐

tion

Not required

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Open doors, thereby endangering other

persons or road users.

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Get out and be struck by oncoming traf‐

fic.

Saudi Ara‐ TA 10525

bia

R

Operate vehicle equipment and become

trapped, for example.

Switzer‐

land

CE

In addition, the children could also set the

vehicle in motion, for example by:

South

Africa

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Releasing the parking brake.

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Changing the transmission position.

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Starting the vehicle.

TA-2015/1386

Not required

Turkey

Driving and parking 181

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Electric parking brake function (releasing

automatically)

The electric parking brake is released when the

following conditions are fulfilled:

Active Parking Assist is keeping the vehicle

stationary.

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Never leave children unattended in the

vehicle.

When leaving the vehicle, always take

the key with you and lock the vehicle.

Keep the vehicle key out of reach of

children.

This is the case if one of the following conditions

is also fulfilled:

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The driver's door is closed.

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The engine is switched off.

The seat belt tongue is not inserted in the

seat belt buckle of the driver's seat and the

driver's door is opened.

There is a system malfunction.

The power supply is insufficient.

The vehicle is stationary for a lengthy period.

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The engine is running.

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The transmission is in position h or k and

The electric parking brake is applied if the trans‐

mission is in position j and one of the follow‐

ing conditions is fulfilled:

you depress the accelerator pedal or you

shift from transmission position j to h or

k when on level ground with the driver's

door closed.

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The engine is switched off.

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The seat belt tongue is not inserted in the

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If the transmission is in position k, the tail‐

gate must be closed.

seat belt buckle of the driver's seat and the

driver's door is opened.

When the electric parking brake is applied, the

red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indicator lamp

appears in the instrument cluster.

The electric parking brake is not automatically

applied if the engine is switched off by the ECO

start/stop function.

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The seat belt tongue is inserted into the seat

belt buckle of the driver's seat.

% To prevent application: pull the handle of the

electric parking brake.

If the seat belt tongue is not inserted into the

seat belt buckle of the driver's seat, the follow‐

ing conditions must be fulfilled:

In the following situations, the electric parking

brake is also applied:

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Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is bringing

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You shift from transmission position j.

You have previously driven at speeds greater

than 2 mph (3 km/h).

the vehicle to a standstill.

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The HOLD function is keeping the vehicle sta‐

tionary.

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#

Information on detecting damage on a

parked vehicle

When the electric parking brake is released, the

red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indicator lamp

in the instrument cluster goes out.

Push handle 1.

The red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indica‐

tor lamp appears in the instrument cluster.

If a collision is detected when the tow-away

alarm is armed on a locked vehicle, you will

receive a notification in the multimedia system

when you switch on the ignition.

You will receive information about the following

points:

% The electric parking brake is only securely

applied if the indicator lamp is lit continu‐

ously.

Applying/releasing the electric parking

brake manually

Applying

Releasing

#

Switch on the ignition.

Pull handle 1.

The red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indica‐

tor lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.

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The area of the vehicle that may have been

damaged.

#

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The force of the impact.

The following situations can lead to inadvertent

activation:

Emergency braking

#

Press and hold handle 1.

As long as the vehicle is driving, the Please

Release Parking Brake message is displayed.

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The parked vehicle is moved, e.g. in a two-

story garage.

When the vehicle has been braked to a

standstill, the electric parking brake is

applied. The red F (USA) or ! (Can‐

ada) indicator lamp appears in the instru‐

ment cluster.

% Deactivate the tow-away alarm in order to

prevent inadvertent activation. If you deacti‐

vate the tow-away alarm, damage detection

will also be deactivated.

Driving and parking 183

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% In the case of severe battery discharging,

the function for detecting damage on a

parked vehicle is automatically deactivated

to facilitate the next engine start.

Plug-in hybrid: observe the notes on the high-

voltage battery in the Supplement. Otherwise,

you may fail to recognize dangers.

the function for detecting damage on a

parked vehicle is not available.

If the following conditions are fulfilled, standby

mode can be activated or deactivated using the

multimedia system:

Standby mode (extension of the starter bat‐

tery's period out of use)

System limits

Detection may be restricted in the following sit‐

uations:

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the engine is switched off.

the ignition is switched on.

Standby mode function

% This function is not available for all models.

If standby mode is activated, energy loss will be

minimized during extended periods of non-oper‐

ation.

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The vehicle is damaged without impact, e.g.

Exceeding the vehicle's displayed non-opera‐

tional time may cause inconvenience, i.e. it can‐

not be guaranteed that the starter battery will

reliably start the engine.

The starter battery must be charged first in the

following situations:

if an outside mirror is torn off or the paint is

damaged by a key.

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Impact occurs at low speed.

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The electric parking brake is not applied.

Standby mode is characterized by the following:

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the starter battery is preserved.

Notes on parking the vehicle for an extended

period

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The vehicle's non-operational time must be

extended.

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the maximum non-operational time appears

in the media display.

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The Battery Charge Insufficient for Standby

If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than six

weeks, it may suffer damage through disuse.

The 12 V battery may also be impaired or dam‐

aged by heavy discharging.

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the connection to online services is interrup‐

ted.

the ATA (anti-theft alarm system) is not avail‐

able.

the interior motion sensor and tow-away

alarm functions are not available.

Mode message appears in the media display.

% Standby mode is automatically deactivated

when the ignition is switched on.

% Further information can be obtained at a

Activating/deactivating standby mode (park‐

ing the vehicle for an extended period)

Requirements:

qualified specialist workshop.

184 Driving and parking

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Information on radar and ultrasonic sensors

Overview of driving systems and driving

safety systems

The engine is switched off.

Some driving and driving safety systems use

radar or ultrasonic sensors to monitor the area

in front of, behind or next to the vehicle (depend‐ the following driving systems and driving safety

ing on the vehicle's equipment).

Multimedia system:

4

In this section, you will find information about

5

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Settings

Vehicle

#

Switch Standby Mode on or off.

When you activate the function, a prompt

appears.

systems:

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Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the radar

sensors are integrated behind the bumpers

and/or behind the Mercedes star. The ultrasonic

sensors are located in the front and rear bump‐

ers. Keep these parts free of dirt, ice and slush

(/ page 433). The sensors must not be cov‐

ered, for example by bicycle racks, overhanging

loads, stickers, foil or foils to protect against

stone chipping. Additional license plate brackets

can likewise impair the function of the ultrasonic

sensors. In the event of damage to the bumpers

or radiator grill, or following a collision impacting

the bumpers or radiator grill, have the function

of the sensors checked at a qualified specialist

workshop. If the sensors are damaged, some

driving systems and driving safety systems may

no longer function properly.

360° Camera (/ page 228)

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ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

(/ page 185)

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

(/ page 201)

#

Select Yes.

Standby mode is activated.

Driving and driving safety systems

Driving systems and your responsibility

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AIR BODY CONTROL (/ page 214)

Active Brake Assist (/ page 191)

Active Lane Keeping Assist (/ page 245)

ATTENTION ASSIST (/ page 238)

BAS (Brake Assist System) (/ page 186)

Hill Start Assist (/ page 213)

Your vehicle is equipped with driving systems

which assist you in driving, parking and maneu‐

vering the vehicle. The driving systems are aids

and do not relieve you of your responsibility per‐

taining to road traffic law. Pay attention to the

traffic conditions at all times and intervene

when necessary. Be aware of the limitations

regarding the safe use of these systems.

DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation)

(/ page 199)

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EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)

(/ page 191)

Driving and parking 185

Functions of Off-road ABS

ESP^®(Electronic Stability Program)

(/ page 186)

Off-road ESP^®(/ page 189)

ESP^®Crosswind Assist (/ page 190)

ESP^®trailer stabilization (/ page 191)

Active Speed Limit Assist (/ page 204)

HOLD function (/ page 213)

STEER CONTROL (/ page 191)

Active Steering Assist with rescue lane func‐

tion (/ page 207)

Active Emergency Stop Assist (/ page 210)

Active Parking Assist (/ page 232)

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC (/ page 220)

Rear view camera (/ page 225)

Active Lane Change Assist (/ page 209)

Cruise control (/ page 197)

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Function of ABS

The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) regulates the

brake pressure in critical driving situations:

% Off-road ABS is activated automatically when

you select the F or G drive program.

Off-road ABS is specially adapted for driving off-

road:

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During braking, e.g. at full brake application

or insufficient tire traction, the wheels are

prevented from locking.

R

The front wheels lock cyclically during brak‐

ing.

R

Vehicle steerability while braking is ensured.

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The braking distance is shortened due to the

digging-in effect.

If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel a

pulsing in the brake pedal. The pulsating brake

pedal can be an indication of hazardous road

conditions and can serve as a reminder to take

extra care while driving.

System limits

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Off-road ABS functions at speeds below

25 mph (40 km/h).

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System limits

R

If Off-road ABS intervenes, the ability to steer

may be restricted.

R

ABS is active from speeds of approx. 5 mph

(8 km/h).

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ABS may be impaired or may not function if a

malfunction has occurred and the yel‐

low ! ABS warning lamp lights up contin‐

uously in the instrument cluster after the

engine is started.

Blind Spot Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist

with exit warning (/ page 242)

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Traffic Sign Assist (/ page 240)

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Functions of ESP^®(Electronic Stability Pro‐

gram)

ESP^®can monitor and improve driving stability

and traction in the following situations, within

physical limits:

Function of BAS (Brake Assist System)

&

WARNING Risk of an accident caused by

a malfunction in BAS (Brake Assist Sys‐

tem)

WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP^®is

&

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When pulling away on wet or slippery road‐

malfunctioning

ways.

If ESP^®is malfunctioning, ESP^®cannot carry

out vehicle stabilization. In addition, other

driving safety systems are switched off.

If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance

in an emergency braking situation is

increased.

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When braking.

Vehicles with trailer hitch: in trailer opera‐

tion from speeds of 40 mph (65 km/h), if the

vehicle/trailer combination begins to sway

from side to side.

R

#

Depress the brake pedal with full force

#

Drive on carefully.

in emergency braking situations. ABS

prevents the wheels from locking.

Have ESP^®checked at a qualified spe‐

cialist workshop.

#

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In strong side winds when you are driving

faster than 47 mph (75 km/h).

BAS supports your emergency braking situation

with additional brake force.

If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS is

activated:

WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP^®is

deactivated

&

If the vehicle deviates from the direction desired

by the driver, ESP^®can stabilize the vehicle by

intervening in the following ways:

If you deactivate ESP^®, ESP^®cannot carry

out vehicle stabilization.

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One or more wheels are braked.

The engine output is adapted according to

the situation.

R

BAS automatically boosts the brake pres‐

sure.

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ESP^®should only be deactivated in the

following situations.

#

R

BAS can shorten the braking distance.

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ABS prevents the wheels from locking.

ESP^®is deactivated if the å ESP^®OFF warn‐

ing lamp lights up continuously in the instrument

cluster:

The brakes will function as usual once you

release the brake pedal. BAS is deactivated.

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Driving stability will no longer be improved.

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It can be advantageous to deactivate ESP^®in the

following situations to improve traction:

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ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System)

Vehicles with trailer hitch: stabilization of

the vehicle/trailer combination is no longer

active.

Crosswind Assist is no longer active.

The drive wheels could spin.

ETS/4ETS traction control is part of ESP^®and

makes it possible to pull away and accelerate on

a slippery roadway.

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When using snow chains.

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In deep snow.

ETS/4ETS can improve the vehicle's traction by

intervening in the following ways:

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On sand or gravel.

ETS/4ETS traction control is still active.

% Spinning the wheels results in a cutting

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The drive wheels are braked individually if

they spin.

When ESP^®is deactivated, you are still assis‐

%

action, which enhances traction.

ted by ESP^®when braking.

If the ÷ ESP^®warning lamp lights up continu‐

More drive torque is transferred to the wheel

or wheels with traction.

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ously, ESP^®is not available due to a malfunction.

If the ÷ ESP^®warning lamp flashes in the

instrument cluster, one or several vehicle wheels

has reached its grip limit:

Influence of drive programs on ESP^®

The drive programs enable ESP^®to adapt to dif‐

ferent weather and road conditions as well as

the driver's preferred driving style. You can

select the drive programs using the DYNAMIC

SELECT switch (/ page 166).

Observe the following information:

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Warning and indicator lamps (/ page 553)

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Adapt your driving style to suit the current

road and weather conditions.

Do not deactivate ESP^®.

Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as

is necessary when pulling away.

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Display messages (/ page 505)

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ESP^®characteristics per drive program

Drive program

ESP^®mode

Characteristics

ESP^®Comfort

A (Comfort)

; (Economy)

These drive programs provide the ideal balance

between traction and stability.

Select drive program A or ; both in dry

and particularly in difficult road conditions, such

as snow or ice, or when the road is wet from

rain.

ESP^®Sport

C (Sport)

This drive program continues to offer stability

but with a sporty setup which allows the enthu‐

siastic driver a more active driving style.

Select drive program C in good road condi‐

tions, for example on dry roads and clear

stretches of road.

Driving and parking 189

ESP^®mode

Drive program

Characteristics

ESP^®Sport +

B (Sport +)

The vehicle's own understeering and oversteer‐

ing characteristics are accentuated. This allows

a more active driving style to be adopted.

Select drive program B in good road condi‐

tions, for example on dry roads and clear

stretches of road.

Off-road ESP^®

Off-road + ESP^®

Vehicles with Off-road package:

F (Off-road)

G (Off-road +)

These drive programs assist you when driving

off-road.

Select the F drive program for easily nego‐

tiable off-road terrain, e.g. dirt tracks, gravel or

sandy surfaces.

Select the G drive program for rough terrain,

e.g. for steep and/or uneven terrain or for driv‐

ing on rocky terrain.

Function of Off-road ESP^®

Off-road ESP^®is activated automatically when

you select the F or G drive program. It

intervenes later if there is oversteering or under‐

steering, thus improving traction.

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Activating/deactivating ESP^®(Electronic Sta‐

bility Program)

Observe the information on warning lamps and

display messages which may be shown in the

instrument cluster.

the instrument cluster. The ÷ OFF mes‐

sage appears in the multifunction display.

To activate ESP^®: briefly press button 1.

The å ESP^®OFF warning lamp in the

instrument cluster goes out.

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Multimedia system:

4

5

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Settings

Quick Access

Activating/deactivating ESP^®(Electronic Sta‐

bility Program)

ESP^®can only be activated/deactivated

using quick access when at least one other

function is available in quick access. ESP^®

can otherwise be found in the Assistance

menu.

%

Observe the information on warning lamps and

display messages which may be shown in the

instrument cluster.

Function of ESP^®Crosswind Assist

ESP^®Crosswind Assist detects sudden gusts of

side wind and helps the driver to keep the vehi‐

cle in the lane:

Mercedes‑AMG vehicles: observe the notes in

the Supplement. Otherwise, you may fail to rec‐

ognize dangers.

Plug‑in Hybrid: observe the notes in the Supple‐

ment. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dan‐

gers.

ESP^®Crosswind Assist is active at vehicle

speeds between approx. 50 mph (80 km/h)

and 125 mph (200 km/h) when driving

straight ahead or cornering slightly.

The vehicle is stabilized by means of individ‐

ual brake application on one side.

R

#

Select ESP.

A prompt appears.

#

Select On or å Off.

R

ESP^®is deactivated if the å ESP^®OFF warn‐

ing lamp lights up continuously in the instrument

cluster.

To deactivate ESP^®: press button 1 until

#

the å ESP^®OFF warning lamp lights up in

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Function of ESP^®trailer stabilization

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In the event of severe swerving, the engine

output is also reduced and all wheels are

braked.

This steering recommendation is given particu‐

larly in the following situations:

&

WARNING Risk of accident in poor road

and weather conditions

R

Both right wheels or both left wheels are on

a wet or slippery road surface when you

brake

ESP^®trailer stabilization may be impaired or

may not function if:

In poor road and weather conditions, the

trailer stabilization cannot prevent lurching of

the vehicle/trailer combination. Trailers with

a high center of gravity may tip over before

ESP^®detects this.

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The vehicle starts to skid

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The trailer is not connected correctly or is

not detected properly by the vehicle.

System limits

STEER CONTROL may be impaired or may not

function in the following situations:

Function of EBD (electronic brake force dis‐

tribution)

#

Always adapt your driving style to suit

ESP^®is deactivated.

R

the current road and weather condi‐

tions.

ESP^®is malfunctioning.

EBD is characterized by the following:

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Monitoring and regulating the brake pressure

on the rear wheels.

Improved driving stability when braking,

especially on bends.

R

The steering is malfunctioning.

When driving with a trailer, ESP^®can stabilize

your vehicle if the trailer begins to swerve from

side to side:

If ESP^®is malfunctioning, you will be assisted

further by the electric power steering.

R

ESP^®trailer stabilization is active above

speeds of 40 mph (65 km/h).

R

Function of Active Brake Assist

Function of STEER CONTROL

R

Slight swerving is reduced by means of a tar‐

Active Brake Assist consists of the following

functions:

STEER CONTROL helps you by transmitting a

noticeable steering force to the steering wheel in

the direction required for vehicle stabilization.

geted, individual brake application on one

side.

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Distance warning function

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Autonomous braking function

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Situation-dependent braking assistance

occurs. The brake pressure increases up to max‐

imum full-stop braking if necessary.

&

WARNING Risk of an accident caused by

limited detection performance of Active

Brake Assist

^RVehicles with Driving Assistance Pack‐

age: Evasive Steering Assist and cornering

function

Active Brake Assist cannot always clearly

identify objects and complex traffic situa‐

tions.

In such cases, Active Brake Assist might:

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Active Brake Assist can help you to minimize the

risk of a collision with vehicles, cyclists or

pedestrians, or reduce the effects of such a colli‐

sion.

If Active Brake Assist has detected a risk of colli‐

sion, a warning tone sounds and the L dis‐

tance warning lamp lights up in the instrument

cluster.

If you do not react to the warning, autonomous

braking can be initiated in critical situations.

In especially critical situations, Active Brake

Assist can initiate autonomous braking directly.

In this case, the warning lamp and warning tone

occur simultaneously with the braking applica‐

tion.

Give a warning or brake without reason

Not give a warning or not brake

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#

Always pay careful attention to the traf‐

fic situation; do not rely on Active Brake

Assist alone. Active Brake Assist is only

an aid. The driver is responsible for

maintaining a suitable distance to the

vehicle in front, vehicle speed and for

braking in good time.

If autonomous braking or situation-dependent

braking assistance has occurred, display 1

appears in the multifunction display and then

automatically goes out after a short time.

If the autonomous braking function or the situa‐

tion-dependent braking assistance is triggered,

additional preventive measures for occupant

protection (PRE-SAFE^®) may also be initiated.

#

Be prepared to brake or swerve if nec‐

essary.

If you apply the brake yourself in a critical situa‐

tion or apply the brake during autonomous brak‐

ing, situation-dependent braking assistance

%

If the system is unavailable, the æ display

appears in the multifunction display.

Also observe the system limits of Active Brake

Assist.

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The individual subfunctions are available in

the following speed ranges:

The distance warning function issues a warning

in the following situations:

pedestrian, you will hear an intermittent

warning tone and the L distance warning

lamp lights up in the instrument cluster.

Brake immediately or take evasive action, provi‐

ded it is safe to do so and the traffic situation

allows this.

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From approximately 4 mph (7 km/h), if your

vehicle is critically close to a vehicle or

The distance warning function can aid you in the following situations with an intermittent warning tone and a warning lamp:

Vehicles

traveling in

front

Stationary

vehicles

Crossing

vehicles

Moving

Stationary

Crossing

Cyclists travel‐ Stationary

pedestrians pedestrians cyclists

ing in front

cyclists

Vehicles

Up to approx. Up to approx. No reaction

Up to approx. No reaction

50 mph

(80 km/h)

Up to approx.

50 mph

(80 km/h)

No reaction

without Driv‐ 155 mph

50 mph

37 mph

ing Assis‐

tance Pack‐

age

(250 km/h)

(80 km/h)

(60 km/h)

Vehicles with Up to approx. Up to approx. Up to approx. Up to approx. Up to approx. Up to approx.

Up to approx.

50 mph

(80 km/h)

Up to approx.

43 mph

(70 km/h)

Driving Assis‐ 155 mph

62 mph

43 mph

50 mph

43 mph

tance Pack‐

age

(250 km/h)

(100 km/h)

(70 km/h)

(80 km/h)

(70 km/h)

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The autonomous braking function may intervene at speeds starting from approximately 4 mph (7 km/h) in the following situations:

Vehicles

traveling in

front

Stationary

vehicles

Crossing

vehicles

Moving

Stationary

Crossing

Cyclists travel‐ Stationary

pedestrians pedestrians cyclists

ing in front

cyclists

Vehicles

Up to approx. Up to approx. No reaction

Up to approx. No reaction

37 mph

(60 km/h)

Up to approx.

50 mph

(80 km/h)

No reaction

without Driv‐ 124 mph

31 mph

37 mph

ing Assis‐

tance Pack‐

age

(200 km/h)

(50 km/h)

(60 km/h)

Vehicles with Up to approx. Up to approx. Up to approx. Up to approx. Up to approx. Up to approx.

Up to approx.

50 mph

(80 km/h)

Up to approx.

43 mph

(70 km/h)

Driving Assis‐ 155 mph

62 mph

43 mph

tance Pack‐

age

(250 km/h)

(100 km/h)

(70 km/h)

Driving and parking 195

Situation-dependent braking assistance may intervene at speeds starting from approximately 4 mph (7 km/h) in the following situations:

Vehicles

traveling in

front

Stationary

vehicles

Crossing

vehicles

Moving

Stationary

Crossing

Cyclists travel‐ Stationary

pedestrians pedestrians cyclists

ing in front

cyclists

Vehicles

Up to approx. Up to approx. No reaction

Up to approx. No reaction

37 mph

(60 km/h)

Up to approx.

50 mph

(80 km/h)

No reaction

without Driv‐ 155 mph

50 mph

37 mph

ing Assis‐

tance Pack‐

age

(250 km/h)

(80 km/h)

(60 km/h)

Vehicles with Up to approx. Up to approx. Up to approx. Up to approx. Up to approx. Up to approx.

Up to approx.

50 mph

(80 km/h)

Up to approx.

43 mph

(70 km/h)

Driving Assis‐ 155 mph

62 mph

43 mph

tance Pack‐

age

(250 km/h)

(100 km/h)

(70 km/h)

Canceling a brake application of Active Brake

Assist

You can cancel a brake application of Active

Brake Assist at any time by:

Evasive Steering Assist (only vehicles with

Driving Assistance Package)

Evasive Steering Assist has the following charac‐

teristics:

Active Brake Assist may cancel the brake appli‐

cation when one of the following conditions is

fulfilled:

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You maneuver to avoid the obstacle.

R

Fully depressing the accelerator pedal or

There is no longer a risk of collision.

An obstacle is no longer detected in front of

your vehicle.

The ability to detect stationary or moving

with kickdown.

pedestrians.

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Releasing the brake pedal.

Assistance through power-assisted steering if

it detects a swerving maneuver.

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System limits

Activation by an abrupt steering movement

during a swerving maneuver.

Assistance during swerving and straightening

of the vehicle.

Reaction from a speed of approximately

12 mph (20 km/h) up to a speed of approx‐

imately 43 mph (70 km/h).

In addition, the steering support of Evasive

Steering Assist is generally not sufficient to

avoid a collision.

Full system performance is not available for a

few seconds after switching on the ignition or

after driving off.

In such cases Evasive Steering Assist can:

The system may be impaired or may not function

in the following situations:

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give an unnecessary warning or provide

assistance

R

In snow, rain, fog, heavy spray, if there is

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not give a warning or not provide assis‐

tance

glare, in direct sunlight or in greatly varying

ambient light.

You can prevent the assistance at any time by

actively steering.

#

Always pay careful attention to the traf‐

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If the sensors are dirty, fogged up, damaged

or covered.

Cornering function (only vehicles with Driv‐

ing Assistance Package)

If a danger of collision from an oncoming vehicle

is detected when turning across an oncoming

lane, autonomous braking can be initiated at

speeds below 9 mph (15 km/h) before you have

left the lane in which you are driving.

fic situation; do not rely on Evasive

Steering Assist alone.

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If the sensors are impaired due to interfer‐

#

Be ready to brake and take evasive

action if necessary.

ence from other radar sources, e.g. strong

radar reflections in parking garages.

#

Prevent the assistance by actively

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If a loss of tire pressure or a faulty tire has

been detected and displayed.

steering in non-critical driving situa‐

tions.

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If DSR is activated.

#

Drive at an appropriate speed if pedes‐

&

WARNING Risk of an accident despite

Evasive Steering Assist

R

In complex traffic situations where objects

cannot always be clearly identified.

trians are close to the path of your vehi‐

cle.

Evasive Steering Assist cannot always clearly

identify objects and complex traffic situa‐

tions.

R

If pedestrians or vehicles move quickly into

the sensor detection range.

R

If pedestrians are hidden by other objects.

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#

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If the typical outline of a pedestrian cannot

be distinguished from the background.

If a pedestrian is not detected as such, e.g.

due to special clothing or other objects.

Select a setting.

The setting is retained when the engine is

next started.

foot from the accelerator pedal after overtaking,

cruise control will resume speed regulation back

to the stored speed.

Cruise control is operated using the correspond‐

ing steering wheel buttons. You can store any

speed above 15 mph (20 km/h) up to the maxi‐

mum speed.

If you fail to adapt your driving style, cruise con‐

trol can neither reduce the risk of an accident

nor override the laws of physics. It cannot take

into account road, weather or traffic conditions.

Cruise control is only an aid. The driver is

responsible for the distance to the vehicle in

front, for vehicle speed, for braking in good time

and for staying in lane.

Deactivating Active Brake Assist

% It is recommended that you always leave

On bends with a tight radius.

Active Brake Assist activated.

% The Active Brake Assist sensors adjust auto‐

matically while a certain distance is being

driven after the vehicle has been delivered.

Active Brake Assist is unavailable or only

partially available during this teach-in period.

#

Select Off.

The distance warning function, the autono‐

mous braking function and the Evasive Steer‐

ing Assist are deactivated.

When the vehicle is next started, the middle

setting is automatically selected.

Setting Active Brake Assist

Requirements:

% If Active Brake Assist is deactivated, the

æ symbol appears in the status bar of the

multifunction display.

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The ignition is switched on.

Mercedes‑AMG vehicles: Cruise control is

available up to a maximum speed of 155 mph

(250 km/h).

Multimedia system:

4

5

Speed control cruise control

©

Settings

Assistance

5

Active Brake Assist

Displays on the multifunction display

The status of cruise control and the stored

speed are shown in the multifunction display.

Function of cruise control

Cruise control regulates the speed to the value

selected by the driver.

If you accelerate to overtake, for example, the

stored speed is not deleted. If you remove your

The following settings are available:

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Early

Medium

Late

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198 Driving and parking

Requirements:

doing so, you will make use of the engine's brak‐

ing effect. This relieves the load on the brake

system and prevents the brakes from overheat‐

ing and wearing too quickly.

Do not use cruise control in the following situa‐

tions:

ESP^®must be activated, but not intervening.

R

The driven speed is at least 15 mph

(20 km/h).

R

The transmission is in position h.

R

In traffic situations which require frequent

changes of speed, e.g. in heavy traffic, on

winding roads.

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On slippery roads. Accelerating can cause

the drive wheels to lose traction and the

vehicle could then skid.

1

2

3

Cruise control is selected

Speed is saved, cruise control is deactivated

Speed is saved, cruise control is activated

R

If you are driving when visibility is poor.

% The segments between the stored speed and

the end of the segment display light up in

the speedometer.

Operating cruise control

&

WARNING Risk of accident due to stored

speed

System limits

Cruise control may be unable to maintain the

stored speed on uphill gradients. The stored

speed is resumed when the gradient evens out.

If you call up the stored speed and this is

lower than your current speed, the vehicle

decelerates.

Change into a lower gear in good time on long

and steep downhill gradients. Take particular

note of this when driving a laden vehicle. By

#

Take into account the traffic situation

before calling up the stored speed.

#

To activate cruise control: press rocker

switch 1 up.

Driving and parking 199

#

To activate cruise control: press rocker

switch 2 up (SET+) or down (SET-).

The current speed is stored and maintained

by the vehicle.

Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed.

Press rocker switch 2 up (SET+).

target speed. The steeper the downhill gradient,

the greater the DSR braking effect on the vehi‐

cle. On flat stretches of road and uphill gradi‐

ents, the DSR brakes the vehicle minimally or

not at all.

When DSR is activated and the transmission is in

position h, k or i, DSR controls the driving

speed. The target speed can be set to a value

between 1 mph (2 km/h) and 11 mph

(18 km/h). By braking or accelerating, you can

drive at a higher or lower speed than the target

speed at any time.

DSR is deactivated automatically if you drive at

speeds greater than 28 mph (45 km/h) or select

drive program C or B. The î Off mes‐

sage then appears in the multifunction display.

The status indicator in the multifunction display

disappears. You also hear a warning tone.

If cruise control is activated and Traffic Sign

Assist has detected a speed restriction sign with

a maximum permissible speed and this is dis‐

played in the instrument cluster, you can choose

between the following options:

or

#

Press rocker switch 3 up (RES).

The last stored speed is called up and main‐

tained by the vehicle.

If the last stored speed has previously been

deleted, the currently driven speed is stored.

#

To adopt the detected speed: press rocker

switch 3 up (RES).

The maximum permissible speed shown by

the traffic sign is stored and the vehicle

maintains this speed.

To deactivate cruise control: press rocker

switch 3 down (CNCL).

To deactivate cruise control: press rocker

switch 1 down.

% When you switch off the vehicle, the last

speed stored is cleared.

To increase/reduce speed: press rocker

switch 2 up (SET+) or down (SET-) to the

pressure point.

The stored speed is increased or reduced by

1 mph (1 km/h).

#

If you brake, deactivate ESP^®or if ESP^®

intervenes, cruise control is deactivated.

%

or

#

Press rocker switch 2 up (SET+) or down

DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation)

(SET-) beyond the pressure point.

The stored speed is increased or reduced by

5 mph (10 km/h).

Function of DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation)

DSR is an aid to assist you when driving down‐

hill. It keeps the speed of travel at the selected

or

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Notes on DSR

Changing the target speed

able to keep to the target speed. Select a target

speed suitable for the environmental conditions

and also apply the brakes yourself if required.

&

WARNING Risk of skidding and having

an accident when DSR is activated on

slippery road surfaces

Activating/deactivating DSR (Downhill Speed

Regulation)

Requirements:

If the speed driven and the target speed dif‐

fer, and you activate DSR on a slippery road

surface, the wheels may lose traction.

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You are driving at 24 mph (40 km/h) or

slower.

#

Take into account the road surface and

If the current vehicle speed is too high, the

Max. Speed 24 mph message appears in the

multifunction display.

the difference between the driving

speed and target speed before activat‐

ing DSR.

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Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deacti‐

vated.

If you fail to adapt your driving style, DSR can

neither reduce the risk of an accident nor over‐

ride the laws of physics. It cannot take into

account road, weather or traffic conditions. DSR

is only an aid. You are responsible for maintain‐

ing a safe distance to the vehicle in front, for

vehicle speed, for braking in good time and for

staying in lane.

Multimedia system:

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Settings

Quick Access

#

To increase or decrease the target speed:

Select î.

A status display appears in the multifunction

display when the function is activated.

press rocker switch 1 up to the point of

resistance for a higher target speed and

down for a lower target speed.

The selected target speed increases or

decreases by 1 mph (1 km/h) and appears

with the DSR symbol in the multifunction dis‐

play.

You are always responsible for keeping control of

the vehicle and for assessing whether the down‐

hill gradient can be managed. Depending on

road surface and tires, DSR may not always be

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% The target speed always adjusts in 1 mph

(1 km/h) increments. This is regardless of

whether you press the rocker switch to or

beyond the point of resistance.

the set speed. The speed and distance to the

vehicle in front are set and saved on the steering

wheel on vehicles without the Driving Assistance

Package, in the range between 15 mph

(20 km/h) and 120 mph (200 km/h) and, on

vehicles with the Driving Assistance Package, in

the range between 15 mph (20 km/h) and

130 mph (210 km/h).

Initiates acceleration to the stored speed if

the turn signal indicator is switched on to

change to the overtaking lane.

^RVehicles with Driving Assistance Pack‐

age: takes one-sided overtaking restrictions

into account on highways or on multi-lane

roads with separate roadways (country-

dependent).

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

Function of Active Distance Assist

DISTRONIC

The adjustable set speed can vary due to the fol‐

lowing factors:

Vehicles with Active Parking Assist and Driv‐

ing Assistance Package: if the vehicle has

been braked to a standstill on multi-lane, sepa‐

rate roadways by Active Distance Assist

DISTRONIC, it can automatically follow the vehi‐

cle in front driving off again within 30 seconds. If

a critical situation is detected when driving off, a

visual and acoustic warning is given indicating

that the driver must now take control of the vehi‐

cle. The vehicle is not accelerated any further.

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is only an aid.

The driver is responsible for keeping a safe dis‐

tance to the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed

and for braking in good time.

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Plug-in hybrid: drive program selected,

observe the relevant notes in the Supple‐

ment.

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Maximum speed, e.g. winter tire limit

Other features of Active Distance Assist

DISTRONIC:

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Adjusts the driving style depending on the

selected drive program (fuel efficient, com‐

fortable or dynamic) (/ page 165)

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC maintains the

set speed on free-flowing roads. If vehicles in

front are detected, the set distance is main‐

tained, if necessary, until the vehicle comes to a

halt. The vehicle accelerates or brakes depend‐

ing on the distance to the vehicle in front and

^RVehicles with Driving Assistance Pack‐

age: reacts to stationary vehicles detected in

urban speed ranges (except bicycles and

motorcycles).

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System limits

The system may be impaired or may not function

in the following situations:

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WARNING Risk of accident from acceler‐

ation or braking by Active Distance

Assist DISTRONIC

WARNING Risk of accident due to insuf‐

ficient deceleration by Active Distance

Assist DISTRONIC

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In snow, rain, fog, heavy spray, if there is

glare, in direct sunlight or in greatly varying

ambient light.

If there is swirling dust, e.g. when driving off-

road or on sandy surfaces.

The windshield in the area of the camera is

dirty, fogged up, damaged or covered.

If the radar sensors are dirty or covered.

In parking garages or on roads with steep

uphill or downhill gradients.

If there are narrow vehicles in front, such as

bicycles or motorcycles.

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC may accel‐

erate or brake in the following cases, for

example:

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC brakes

your vehicle with up to 50% of the maximum

possible deceleration. If this deceleration is

not sufficient, Active Distance Assist

DISTRONIC alerts you with a visual and

acoustic warning.

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If the vehicle pulls away using Active Dis‐

tance Assist DISTRONIC.

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If the stored speed is called up and is

#

In these cases, adjust your speed and

keep a sufficient distance.

considerably faster or slower than the

currently driven speed.

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Brake the vehicle yourself and/or take

evasive action.

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If Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC no

longer detects a vehicle in front or does

not react to relevant objects.

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WARNING Risk of accident if detection

function of Active Distance Assist

DISTRONIC is impaired

#

Always carefully observe the traffic con‐

ditions and be ready to brake at all

times.

In addition, on slippery roads, braking or accel‐

erating can cause one or several wheels to lose

traction and the vehicle could then skid.

Do not use Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC in

these situations.

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC does not

react or has a limited reaction:

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Take into account the traffic situation

before calling up the stored speed.

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when driving on a different lane or when

changing lanes

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To activate Active Distance Assist

DISTRONIC: press rocker switch 3 up (SET

+) or down (SET-), or press rocker switch 4

up (RES). Remove your foot from the acceler‐

ator pedal.

#

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Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is not being

used to park the vehicle or to exit from a

parking space.

DSR is deactivated.

The vehicle does not skid.

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to pedestrians, animals, bicycles or sta‐

tionary vehicles, or unexpected obstacles

to complex traffic conditions

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to oncoming vehicles and crossing traffic

The current speed is stored and maintained

by the vehicle.

As a result, Active Distance Assist

DISTRONIC may neither give warnings nor

intervene in such situations.

or

#

To activate Active Distance Assist

DISTRONIC with a stored speed: press

rocker switch 4 up (RES). Remove your foot

from the accelerator pedal.

#

Always observe the traffic conditions

carefully and react accordingly.

Operating Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

Requirements:

% By pressing rocker switch 4 up again, the

speed limitation shown in the instrument

cluster will be adopted by Active Distance

Assist DISTRONIC.

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The vehicle has been started.

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The electric parking brake is released.

ESP^®is activated and is not intervening.

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#

To accept the displayed speed restriction

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The transmission is in position h.

when Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

is active: press rocker switch 4 up (RES).

The speed limit displayed in the instrument

cluster is adopted as the stored speed. The

vehicle adapts its speed to that of the vehicle

in front, but only up to the stored speed.

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The driver's door is closed.

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The check of the radar sensor system has

been successfully completed (vehicle travel‐

ing faster than 12 mph (20 km/h))

#

To activate/deactivate Active Distance

Assist DISTRONIC: press button 1.

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#

To pull away with Active Distance Assist

To deactivate Active Distance Assist

DISTRONIC: press rocker switch 4 down

(CNCL).

To increase/reduce speed: press rocker

switch 3 up (SET+) or down (SET-) to the

pressure point.

To increase or reduce the specified dis‐

tance from the vehicle in front: press

rocker switch 2 up or down.

DISTRONIC: remove your foot from the

brake pedal and activate Active Distance

Assist DISTRONIC.

#

Press rocker switch 4 up (RES).

Function of Active Speed Limit Assist

or

#

% The following function is country-dependent

and only available in conjunction with the

Driving Assistance Package.

The stored speed is increased or reduced by

1 mph (1 km/h).

Depress the accelerator pedal briefly and

firmly.

The functions of Active Distance Assist

DISTRONIC continue to be carried out.

or

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Press rocker switch 3 up (SET+) or down

(SET-) to the pressure point and hold.

The stored speed is increased or reduced in

increments of 1 mph (1 km/h).

&

WARNING Risk of accident due to Active

Distance Assist DISTRONIC still being

activated when you leave the driver's

seat

or

#

Press rocker switch 3 up (SET+) or down

(SET-) beyond the pressure point.

The stored speed is increased or reduced by

5 mph (10 km/h).

If you leave the driver's seat while the vehicle

is being braked by Active Distance Assist

DISTRONIC only, the vehicle can roll away.

#

Always deactivate Active Distance

or

#

Assist DISTRONIC and secure the vehi‐

cle to prevent it from rolling away

before you leave the driver's seat.

Press rocker switch 3 up (SET+) or down

(SET-) and hold beyond the pressure point.

The stored speed is increased or reduced in

increments of 5 mph (10 km/h).

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If a change in the speed limit is detected and

automatic adoption of speed limits is activated,

the new speed is automatically adopted as the

stored speed (/ page 241).

The driven speed is adjusted when the vehicle is

level with the traffic sign at the latest. In the

case of signs indicating entry into an urban area,

the speed is adapted according to the speed

permitted within the urban area. The speed limit

display in the Instrument Display is always upda‐

ted when the vehicle is level with the traffic sign.

If there is no speed restriction on an unlimited

stretch of road (e.g. on a freeway), the recom‐

mended speed is automatically adopted as the

stored speed. The system uses the speed stored

on an unlimited stretch of road as the recom‐

mended speed. If you do not alter the stored

speed on an unlimited stretch of road, the rec‐

ommended speed is 80 mph (130 km/h).

If Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC has been

put into passive mode by pressing the accelera‐

tor pedal, only speed limits which are higher

than the set speed are adopted.

Active Speed Limit Assist is only an aid. The

driver is responsible for keeping a safe distance

from the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed and

for braking in good time. The maximum permissi‐

ble speed also depends on factors such as the

road surface and traffic conditions.

#

Ensure that the driven speed complies

with traffic regulations.

Adjust the driving speed to suit current

traffic and weather conditions.

Function of route-based speed adaptation

System limits

Temporary speed restrictions (e.g. for a certain

time or due to weather conditions) cannot be

properly detected by the system. The maximum

permissible speed applying to a vehicle with a

trailer is not detected by the system. In these sit‐

uations you must adjust your speed yourself.

% The following function is country-dependent

and only available in conjunction with the

Driving Assistance Package.

When Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is acti‐

vated, the vehicle speed will be adjusted accord‐

ingly to the route events ahead. Depending on

the drive program selected, the vehicle negoti‐

ates a route event ahead in a fuel-saving, com‐

fortable or dynamic manner. When the route

event has been passed, the vehicle accelerates

again to the stored speed. The set distance to

the vehicle in front, vehicles detected ahead and

speed restrictions ahead are taken into account.

&

WARNING Risk of accident due to Active

Speed Limit Assist adapting the vehicle's

speed

The speed adopted by Active Speed Limit

Assist may be too high or incorrect in some

individual cases, such as:

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In the wet or in fog

Route-based speed adaptation can be config‐

ured in the multimedia system (/ page 206).

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When towing a trailer

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The following route events are taken into

account:

adaptation does not brake the vehicle to a stand‐

still.

When route guidance is active, the first speed

adjustment is carried out automatically. If the

turn signal indicator is switched on, the selected

route is confirmed and further speed adjustment

is activated.

&

WARNING Risk of accident in spite of

route-based speed adjustment

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Bends

Route-based speed adjustment might mal‐

function or be temporarily unavailable in the

following situations:

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T-intersections, traffic circles and toll sta‐

tions

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Turns and exits

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If map data is not up to date or available

If you do not follow the selected route

guidance

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Traffic jams ahead (only with Live Traffic

(/ page 351))

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Speed adjustment is canceled in the following

cases:

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If the set route is re-planned

In road construction areas

When towing a trailer

In bad weather or road conditions

% When the toll station is reached, Active Dis‐

tance Assist DISTRONIC adopts the speed as

the stored speed.

Also, the speed is reduced if the turn signal indi‐

cator to change lanes is switched on and one of

the following situations is detected:

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If the turn signal indicator is switched off

before the route event.

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If the driver depresses the accelerator or

brake pedal during the process.

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System limits

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If the accelerator pedal is depressed

Route-based speed adaptation does not take

right of way regulations into account. The driver

is responsible for complying with road traffic

regulations and driving at a suitable speed.

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Turning off at intersections

#

Adjust the speed to the traffic situation.

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Driving on slowing-down lanes

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Driving on lanes adjacent to slowing-down

lanes

Setting route-based speed adaptation

Requirements:

In difficult conditions, for example unclear roads,

lane narrowing, wet road surfaces, snow or ice,

or when driving with a trailer, the speed adjust‐

ment made by the system may not always be

suitable. In these situations the driver must

intervene accordingly.

The driver is responsible for choosing the right

speed and observing other road users. This

applies in particular to intersections, traffic cir‐

cles and traffic lights, as route-based speed

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Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is activa‐

ted.

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Multimedia system:

% Depending on the country, in the lower

speed range Active Steering Assist can use

the surrounding traffic as a reference. If nec‐

essary, Active Steering Assist can then also

provide assistance when driving outside the

center of the lane to form a rescue lane, for

example.

When the system is actively steering, the à

symbol is shown in green in the multifunction

display.

expect a change from active to passive mode or

vice versa at any time.

4

5

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Settings

Assistance

5

Route-based Speed

#

Activate or deactivate the function.

When the function is active, the vehicle

speed is adjusted depending on the route

events ahead.

% Further information on the route-based

speed adaptation (/ page 205).

If the detection of lane markings and vehicles

ahead is impaired, Active Steering Assist

switches to passive mode. The system provides

no support in this case. During the transition

from active to passive status, the à symbol is

shown as enlarged and flashing. Once the sys‐

tem is passive, the à symbol is shown as

gray in the multifunction display.

Active Steering Assist

Function of Active Steering Assist

If the system detects that the driver has not

steered the vehicle for a considerable period of

time or has removed their hands from the steer‐

ing wheel, an optical warning is given first. Dis‐

play 1 appears in the multifunction display. If

the driver still does not steer the vehicle, or

gives no confirmation to the system, a warning

tone sounds in addition to the visual warning

message.

% The following function is country-dependent

and only available in conjunction with the

Driving Assistance Package.

Active Steering Assist is only available up to a

speed of 130 mph (210 km/h). The system helps

you to stay in the center of the lane by means of

moderate steering interventions. Depending on

the speed driven, Active Steering Assist uses the

vehicles ahead and lane markings as a refer‐

ence.

Steering and touch detection

The driver is required to keep their hands on the

steering wheel at all times and be able to inter‐

vene at any time to correct the course of the

vehicle and keep it in lane. The driver must

The warning is not issued, or is stopped, when

the driver gives confirmation to the system:

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The driver steers the vehicle.

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The driver presses a steering wheel button or

Insufficient road illumination.

When actively changing lane without switch‐

ing on the turn signal indicator.

When the tire pressure is too low.

operates Touch Control.

The windshield is dirty, fogged up, damaged

or covered in the vicinity of the camera, e.g.

by a sticker.

No, or several, unclear lane markings are

present for one lane, or the markings change

quickly, e.g. in a construction area or inter‐

sections.

The lane markings are worn away, dark or

covered up, e.g. by dirt or snow.

The distance to the vehicle in front is too

small and the lane markings thus cannot be

detected.

If Active Steering Assist detects that a system

limit has been reached, a visual warning is

issued and a warning tone sounds.

Active Steering Assist is only an aid. The driver is

responsible for the distance to the vehicle in

front, for vehicle speed, for braking in good time

and for staying in lane. Before changing lanes,

the driver must make sure that the neighboring

lane is free (glance over the shoulder).

Depending on the selected vehicle settings,

Active Steering Assist may be unavailable.

Observe the status display of Active Steering

Assist in the multifunction display

(/ page 211).

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&

WARNING Risk of accident if Active

Steering Assist unexpectedly stops func‐

tioning

System limits

If the system limits of Active Steering Assist

are reached there is no guarantee that the

system will remain active or will keep the

vehicle in lane.

Active Steering Assist has a limited steering tor‐

que for lateral guidance. In some cases, the

steering intervention is not sufficient to keep the

vehicle in the lane or to drive through exits.

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The road is narrow and winding.

There are obstacles on the lane or projecting

out into the lane, such as object markers.

#

Always keep your hands on the steering

wheel and observe the traffic carefully.

Always steer the vehicle paying atten‐

tion to traffic conditions.

The system may be impaired or may not function

in the following instances:

The system does not provide assistance in the

following conditions:

#

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There is poor visibility, e.g. due to snow, rain,

fog, heavy spray, greatly varying ambient

light or strong shadows on the roadway.

R

On tight bends and when turning.

When crossing intersections.

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At traffic circles or toll stations.

When towing a trailer.

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There is glare, e.g. from oncoming traffic,

direct sunlight or reflections.

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Active Lane Change Assist supports the driver

when changing lanes by applying steering torque

if the driver operates a turn signal indicator.

Assistance when changing lanes is provided if all

the following conditions are met:

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WARNING Risk of accident if Active

Steering Assist unexpectedly intervenes

A malfunction in the detection of lane mark‐

ings and objects can occur.

This could cause unexpected steering inter‐

vention.

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You are driving on a freeway or road with

multiple lanes in the direction of travel.

#

Steer according to traffic conditions.

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The neighboring lane is separated by a bro‐

ken lane marking.

Activating/deactivating Active Steering

Assist

Requirements:

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No vehicle is detected in the adjacent lane.

If no vehicle is detected in the adjacent lane and

a lane change is permitted, the lane change

begins after the driver has activated the turn sig‐

nal indicator. This is shown to the driver with a

green arrow 2 next to the steering wheel sym‐

bol. The Lane Change to the Left message also

appears, for example. If Active Lane Change

Assist has been activated with the turn signal

indicator but a lane change is not immediately

possible, a gray arrow 1 appears next to the

steering wheel symbol, which remains green.

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The driven speed is between 50 mph

(80 km/h) and 110 mph (180 km/h).

ESP^®is activated, but is not intervening.

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Active Lane Change Assist is switched on in

the multimedia system.

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Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is activa‐

ted.

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Active Steering Assist is switched on and

active.

Multimedia system:

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5

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Settings

Quick Access

#

Select a Steering Assist.

Function of Active Lane Change Assist

When the lane change assistance starts, the turn

signal indicator is automatically activated along

with the display in the multifunction display.

% The following function is country-dependent

and only available in conjunction with the

Driving Assistance Package.

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If the assistance graphic is shown when chang‐

ing lanes, the lane change display appears with

an additional arrow pointing towards the adja‐

cent lane (/ page 211).

If a lane change is not possible, the arrow fades

out after a few seconds and a new lane change

must be initiated. An immediate lane change is

only possible on freeway sections without speed

limits.

If the system is impaired, Active Lane Change

Assist may be canceled. If it is canceled, the

Lane Change Canceled message appears in the

multifunction display and a warning tone sounds.

The system may also be impaired or may not

function in the following situations:

#

Monitor the lane change.

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The sensors in the rear bumper are dirty,

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WARNING Risk of accident if Lane

Change Assist unexpectedly stops func‐

tioning

damaged or covered by a sticker or ice and

snow, for example.

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The exterior lighting is malfunctioning.

If the system limitations for Lane Change

Assist have been reached, there is no guar‐

antee that the system will remain active.

Lane Change Assist cannot then assist you

by applying steering torques.

% The Active Lane Change Assist sensors

adjust automatically while a certain distance

is being driven after the vehicle has been

delivered. Active Lane Change Assist is

unavailable or only partially available during

this teach-in period, no arrow appears next

to the Ø Active Steering Assist symbol

when the turn signal indicator is activated.

#

Always monitor the lane change and

keep your hands on the steering wheel.

Observe the traffic conditions and steer

and/or brake if necessary.

&

WARNING Risk of accident from chang‐

ing lane to an occupied adjacent lane

Activating/deactivating Active Lane Change

Assist

System limits

Lane Change Assist cannot always detect

clearly if the adjacent lane is free.

The lane change might be initiated although

the adjacent lane is not free.

The system limitations of Active Steering Assist

apply to Active Lane Change Assist

(/ page 207).

Multimedia system:

4

5

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Settings

Assistance

5

Active Lane Change Assist

#

Activate or deactivate the function.

#

Before changing lanes, make sure that

the neighboring lane is free and there is

no danger to other road users.

Function of Active Emergency Stop Assist

If the driver continually ignores the visual or

acoustic warning to put their hands on the steer‐

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Assistant display

activating or deactivating Active Distance

Assist DISTRONIC

ing wheel, the Beginning Emergency Stop mes‐

sage appears in the multifunction display. If the

driver still does not respond, Active Distance

Assist DISTRONIC reduces the speed. The vehi‐

cle is decelerated in stages to a standstill.

Depending on the country, at speeds below

40 mph (60 km/h) the hazard warning lights

switch on automatically.

Overview of Active Distance Assist

DISTRONIC displays in the instrument clus‐

ter

The assistance graphic and the status display

show the status of the following functions in the

instrument cluster:

When the vehicle is stationary, the following

actions are carried out:

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Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

Route-based speed adaptation

Active Steering Assist

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the vehicle is secured with the electric park‐

ing brake

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1

Route-based speed adaptation: type of route

event

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Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is ended

the vehicle is unlocked

if possible, an emergency call is placed to

the Mercedes-Benz emergency call center

2

3

4

5

Vehicle in front

Distance indicator

Set specified distance

Active Lane Change Assist lane change dis‐

play

The driver can cancel the deceleration at any

time by performing one of the following actions:

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steering

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braking or accelerating

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pressing a steering-wheel button

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operating Touch Control

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Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC status dis‐

play and route-based speed adaptation

adoption of the speed limit, are displayed in the

control feedback of the multifunction display on

a single line.

3

4

5

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC active,

speed stored, no vehicle detected (bright

vehicle symbol)

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC active,

speed stored, vehicle detected (green vehi‐

cle symbol)

Active Steering Assist status display

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and route-

based speed adaptation active, speed stored

% On highways or high-speed major roads, the

green ç vehicle symbol is displayed cycli‐

cally when the vehicle is ready to pull away.

% If you depress the accelerator pedal beyond

the setting of the Active Distance Assist

DISTRONIC, the system is switched to pas‐

sive mode. The ç Suspended message

appears in the multifunction display.

1

2

3

Gray steering wheel: Active Steering Assist

switched on and passive

Green steering wheel: Active Steering Assist

switched on and active

Flashing steering wheel: prompt to the driver

to actively confirm or transition from active

to passive status, system limits detected

Speedometer

1

2

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC selected,

set specified distance (number of segments

below the vehicle)

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC deactiva‐

ted, speed stored

The stored speed is highlighted on the speedom‐

eter. If the speed of the vehicle in front or the

speed adjustment is less than the stored speed

due to the route event ahead, the segments in

the speedometer light up. Deactivation of Active

Distance Assist DISTRONIC, as well as altera‐

tions to the speed due to manual or automatic

During the transition from active to passive sta‐

tus, symbol 3 is shown as enlarged and flash‐

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HOLD function

Activating/deactivating the HOLD function

ing. Once the system is passive, symbol 1 is

shown as gray in the multifunction display.

HOLD function

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WARNING Risk of an accident due to the

HOLD function being activated when you

leave the vehicle

The HOLD function holds the vehicle at a stand‐

still without requiring you to depress the brake

pedal, e.g. while waiting in traffic.

Function of Hill Start Assist

Hill Start Assist holds the vehicle for a short

time when pulling away on a hill under the fol‐

lowing conditions:

If you leave the vehicle while only the HOLD

function is braking the vehicle, the vehicle

can roll away in the following situations:

The HOLD function is only an aid. The responsi‐

bility for the vehicle safely standing still remains

with the driver.

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The transmission is in position h or k.

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If there is a malfunction in the system or

in the power supply.

System limits

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The electric parking brake is released.

The HOLD function is only intended to provide

assistance when driving and is not a sufficient

means of safeguarding the vehicle against rolling

away when stationary.

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If the HOLD function is deactivated by

This gives you enough time to move your foot

from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal

and depress it before the vehicle begins to roll

away.

depressing the accelerator pedal or brake

pedal, e.g. by a vehicle occupant.

#

Always deactivate the HOLD function

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The incline must not be greater than 30%.

and secure the vehicle against rolling

away before leaving the vehicle.

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WARNING Risk of accident and injury

due to the vehicle rolling away

After a short time, Hill Start Assist no longer

holds the vehicle and it can roll away.

#

Therefore, swiftly move your foot from

the brake pedal to the accelerator

pedal. Never attempt to leave the vehi‐

cle if it is being held by Hill Start Assist.

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NOTE Damage from automatic braking

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The electric parking brake is released.

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deacti‐

vated.

The vehicle is secured with the electric park‐

ing brake.

*

If one of the following functions is switched

on, the vehicle brakes automatically in cer‐

tain situations:

In the following situations, the vehicle is held by

The transmission is in position h, k or i. transmission position j or by the electric park‐

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ing brake:

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Activating the HOLD function

#

R

Active Brake Assist

The seat belt is unfastened and the driver's

door is opened.

The vehicle is switched off.

There is a malfunction in the system or the

power supply is insufficient.

R

Depress the brake pedal and after a short

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

HOLD function

Active Parking Assist

time quickly depress further until the ë

R

display appears in the multifunction display.

#

Release the brake pedal.

To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate

these systems in the following or similar sit‐

uations:

Deactivating the HOLD function

#

Depress the accelerator pedal to pull away.

AIR BODY CONTROL

or

#

During towing

AIR BODY CONTROL function

Depress the brake pedal until the ë dis‐

play disappears from the multifunction dis‐

play.

#

In a car wash

AIR BODY CONTROL is an air suspension system

with variable damping for improved driving com‐

fort. The all-round level control system ensures

the best possible suspension and constant

ground clearance, even with a laden vehicle.

When driving at speed, the vehicle is lowered

automatically to improve driving safety and to

reduce fuel consumption. You also have the

option of manually adjusting the vehicle level.

Requirements:

The HOLD function is deactivated in the follow‐

ing situations:

R

The vehicle is stationary.

R

The driver's door is closed or the seat belt on

the driver's side is fastened.

R

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is activa‐

ted.

R

The engine is running or has been automati‐

R

The transmission is switched to position j.

cally switched off by the ECO start/stop

function.

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R

AIR BODY CONTROL includes the following com‐

ponents and functions:

speed-dependent lowering to reduce fuel

consumption

manually selectable high level setting for

greater ground clearance

ADS PLUS (Adaptive Damping System with

constant damping force adjustment)

DYNAMIC SELECT switch and level button

R

air suspension with variable spring rate

R

automatic level control system

Available suspension settings

Drive program

Characteristics

R

A (Comfort)

The suspension setting is comfortable.

The vehicle is set to the normal level.

When driving at speeds of above 78 mph (125 km/h) the vehicle is lowered.

When driving at speeds below 50 mph (80 km/h) the vehicle is raised again.

R

; (Eco)

The suspension setting is comfortable.

The vehicle is set to low level -1.

The vehicle is not lowered any further if you are traveling at higher speeds.

R

C (Sport)

The suspension setting is firmer.

The vehicle is set to low level -1.

The vehicle is not lowered any further if you are traveling at higher speeds.

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Drive program

Characteristics

R

B (Sport +)

The suspension setting is even firmer.

R

The vehicle is set to low level -1.

R

The vehicle is not lowered any further if you are traveling at higher speeds.

Vehicles with Off-road pack‐

age:

F (Off-road)

R

The suspension setting is suitable for off-road terrain.

The vehicle is set to the high level +1.

When driving at speeds above approximately 50 mph (80 km/h), the vehicle is lowered.

When driving at speeds below approximately 28 mph (45 km/h), the vehicle is raised.

G (Off-road +)

Setting the vehicle level

Differences between different vehicle levels

compared to the normal level (0):

#

Always choose a vehicle level which is

suited to the driving style and the road

surface conditions.

&

WARNING Risk of accident because

^RHigh level (+2):(only vehicles with Off-

vehicle level is too high

road package): approx. +2.0 in (+50 mm)

If you drive at a higher vehicle level, the driv‐

ing characteristics may be impaired due to

the higher vehicle center of gravity.

The vehicle can drift outwards, for example,

when steering or cornering.

R

&

High level +1: approx. +1.2 in (+30 mm)

Low level -1: approx. -0.6 in (-15 mm)

WARNING Risk of entrapment from vehi‐

cle lowering

R

When lowering the vehicle, people could

become trapped if their limbs are between

the vehicle body and the tires or underneath

the vehicle.

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Raising the vehicle

#

Make sure no one is underneath the

vehicle or in the immediate vicinity of

the wheel arches when the vehicle is

being lowered.

NOTE Damage due to vehicle lowering

*

Parts of the body could be damaged when

the vehicle is lowered.

#

Make sure that there are no obstacles

such as curbs underneath or in the

immediate vicinity of the body when the

vehicle is being lowered.

&

WARNING Risk of becoming trapped

due to the vehicle lowering

Vehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL or

level control system: when you unload lug‐

gage or leave the vehicle, the vehicle first

rises slightly and then returns to the set level

shortly afterwards.

You or anyone else in the vicinity of the

wheel arches or the underbody could thus

become trapped.

Requirements:

R

The vehicle has been started.

Vehicles without Off-road package: the

vehicle must not be moving faster than

37 mph (60 km/h).

R

^RVehicles with Off-road package:

-

If drive program A, ;, C or

The vehicle can also be lowered after being

locked.

B is selected: the vehicle must not be

#

Press button 1.

moving faster than 37 mph (60 km/h).

Indicator lamp 2 lights up.

#

When leaving the vehicle, make sure

that nobody is in the vicinity of the

wheel arches or the underbody.

-

If the F or G drive program is

selected: the vehicle must not be moving

faster than 12 mph (20 km/h).

Vehicles without Off-road package: the

vehicle is set to the high level +1.

Vehicles with Off-road package:

218 Driving and parking

-

R

If drive program A, ;, C or

If the F or G drive program is

#

Make sure no one is underneath the

vehicle or in the immediate vicinity of

the wheel arches when the vehicle is

being lowered.

B is selected: the vehicle is set to the

selected:

high level +1.

When driving faster than 12 mph

(20 km/h).

R

If the F or G drive program is

selected: the vehicle is set to the high

level +2.

R

After changing a drive program using the

DYNAMIC SELECT switch.

Requirements:

R

All vehicle doors are closed

Your selection is saved.

The vehicle is lowered again in the following sit‐

uations:

The vehicle is adjusted to the height of the last

active drive program.

R

There is no trailer coupled

R

There is no bicycle rack installed

Lowering the vehicle

R

^RVehicles without Off-road package:

The battery is sufficiently charged; if neces‐

sary, start the engine

#

Press button 1.

-

When driving faster than 50 mph

(80 km/h).

When driving between 37 mph (60 km/h)

Indicator lamp 2 goes out. The vehicle is

adjusted to the height of the active drive pro‐

gram.

-

and 50 mph (80 km/h) for approximately

three minutes.

Lowering and raising the rear of the vehicle

^RVehicles with Off-road package:

&

WARNING Risk of entrapment from vehi‐

-

If drive program A, ;, C or

B is selected:

cle lowering

When lowering the vehicle, people could

become trapped if their limbs are between

the vehicle body and the tires or underneath

the vehicle.

When driving faster than 50 mph

(80 km/h) or between 37 mph (60 km/h)

and 50 mph (80 km/h) for approximately

three minutes.

Driving and parking 219

Raising the rear of the vehicle

Lowering the rear of the vehicle

When the rear of the vehicle has been com‐

pletely lowered, indicator lamp 2 remains

lit.

#

Check if the battery is sufficiently charged. If

necessary, start the engine.

Lowering is interrupted in the following situa‐

tions:

#

Pull switch 1 briefly.

Indicator lamp 2 goes out.

R

A vehicle door is opened

The vehicle will be raised to the currently

selected level.

R

Switch 1 is pulled again

R

The vehicle is being driven faster than

% The vehicle is automatically set to the level

of the most recently active drive program if

you drive at speeds greater than 1.2 mph

(2 km/h) with the rear of the vehicle low‐

ered. The Vehicle Rising Please Wait mes‐

sage appears in the multifunction display.

1.2 mph (2 km/h)

% The vehicle is automatically set to the level

of the most recently active drive program if

you drive at speeds greater than 1.2 mph

(2 km/h) with the rear of the vehicle low‐

ered. The Vehicle Rising Please Wait mes‐

sage appears in the multifunction display.

If the vehicle cannot be raised:

#

Ensure that the battery is sufficiently

charged; if necessary, start the engine.

The raising process continues.

If indicator lamp 2 flashes twice and the rear of

#

Apply the electric parking brake.

Shift the transmission to position j

(/ page 169).

Pull switch 1 in the right-hand cargo com‐

partment trim briefly.

Indicator lamp 2 flashes until the vehicle

has been lowered.

the vehicle does not lower:

#

Make sure that the requirements are met.

% Lowering the rear of the vehicle allows the

vehicle to be loaded more easily. Observe

the notes on loading the vehicle when doing

this (/ page 106).

#

220 Driving and parking

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC display in the

multimedia system

the maneuvering area while maneuvering and

parking in/exiting parking spaces.

Function of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC

In the standard setting, an intermittent warning

tone sounds from a distance of approximately

1.0 ft (0.3 m) to an obstacle in front and approx‐

imately 3.3 ft (1.0 m) to an obstacle behind. A

continuous warning tone sounds from a distance

of approximately 0.7 ft (0.2 m). Using the Warn

Early All Around setting in the multimedia sys‐

tem, the warning tones for front and side impact

protection can be set to sound at a greater dis‐

tance of approximately 3.3 ft (1.0 m) in front and

2.0 ft (0.6 m) on the sides (/ page 225).

Vehicles with Active Parking Assist without a

360° Camera

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is an electronic

parking assistance system with ultrasound. It

monitors the area around your vehicle using mul‐

tiple sensors 1 on the front bumper and on the

rear bumper. Parking Assist PARKTRONIC shows

you the distance between your vehicle and a

detected obstacle visually and audibly.

%

The Warn Early All Around setting is always

active at the rear of the vehicle.

If Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is deactivated,

Active Parking Assist is unavailable.

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is only an aid. It is

not a substitute for your attention to the sur‐

roundings. The responsibility for safe maneuver‐

ing and parking remains with you. Make sure

that there are no persons, animals or objects in

Driving and parking 221

R

Problems with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC

Orange segments: obstacles at a distance

between approx. 1.0 ft (0.3 m) and 2.0 ft

(0.6 m)

Red segments: obstacles at a very short

distance of approx. 1.0 ft (0.3 m) or less

System limits

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC does not necessa‐

rily take into account the following obstacles:

R

Obstacles below the detection range, e.g.

persons, animals or objects.

Vehicles with Active Parking Assist and a 360°

Camera

R

Obstacles above the detection range, e.g.

overhanging loads, overhangs or loading

ramps of trucks.

Vehicles without 360° Camera

If Active Parking Assist is deactivated and an

obstacle is detected in the path of the vehicle, a

pop-up window for Parking Assist PARKTRONIC

1 appears in the multimedia system at speeds

below 6 mph (10 km/h).

The sensors must be free of dirt, ice and slush.

Otherwise, they may not function correctly.

Clean the sensors regularly, especially after driv‐

The color of the individual segments of the warn‐ ing off-road, taking care not to scratch or dam‐

ing display is based on the distance to the detec‐ age them.

ted obstacle:

Vehicles with trailer hitch: Parking Assist

R

Yellow segments: obstacles at a distance

between approx. 2.0 ft (0.6 m) and 3.3 ft

(1.0 m)

PARKTRONIC is deactivated for the rear zone

when you establish an electrical connection

between your vehicle and a trailer.

Vehicles with 360° Camera

222 Driving and parking

Problem

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is malfunctioning and has been deactivated due to signal interference.

Rear segments 1 or all-round seg‐

ments 2 light up red. The é sym‐

bol appears in the multifunction dis‐

play.

#

Start the vehicle again.

#

Check if Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is working at a different location.

The sensors are dirty.

Rear segments 1 or all-round seg‐

ments 2 light up red. At the same

time, a warning tone sounds for

approximately two seconds every time

the vehicle is started. The é symbol

appears in the multifunction display.

#

Clean the sensors and observe the notes on care of vehicle parts (/ page 433).

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC has been deactivated due to a malfunction.

#

Start the vehicle again.

#

If the problem persists, consult a qualified specialist workshop.

Function of the passive side impact protec‐

tion

Segment color depending on distance

bumper must first detect the object while you

are driving past it.

Color

Lateral distance

Passive side impact protection is an additional

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC function which

warns the driver about obstacles at the side of

the vehicle. A warning is issued when obstacles

are detected between the front and rear detec‐

tion range. In order for an object on the side to

be detected, the sensors in the front and rear

During the parking procedure or maneuvering,

objects are detected as the vehicle drives past.

If you steer in the direction of a detected obsta‐

cle and there is a risk of a lateral collision, a

warning is issued. The segments on the sides

light up yellow or red, depending on the distance

to the obstacle.

Yellow

Approx. 1.0 - 2.0 ft

(30 - 60 cm)

Red

Approx. < 1.0 ft

(30 cm)

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System limits

In order for lateral front or rear segments to be

displayed, the vehicle must first travel a distance

of at least half of the vehicle length. Once the

vehicle has traveled the length of the vehicle, all

of the lateral front and rear segments can be dis‐

played.

The system limits for Parking Assist

PARKTRONIC apply to passive side impact pro‐

tection.

The following objects are not detected, for exam‐

ple:

R

Pedestrians who approach the vehicle from

the side

R

Objects placed next to the vehicle

Activating/deactivating Parking Assist

PARKTRONIC

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC display: vehicles

with a 360° Camera

1

2

3

Operational front and rear

Operational front, rear and sides

Obstacles detected at the front right (red)

NOTE Risk of an accident from objects

at close range

*

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC may not detect

certain objects at close range.

Saved obstacles on the sides are deleted in the

following situations, for example:

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC display: vehicles

without a 360° Camera

Operational front and rear

Operational front, rear and sides

Obstacle detected at the front right (yellow)

and rear (red)

#

When parking or maneuvering the vehi‐

R

You park the vehicle and switch off the igni‐

tion.

1

2

3

cle, pay particular attention to any

objects which are above or below the

sensors, e.g. flower pots or drawbars.

The vehicle or other objects could oth‐

erwise be damaged.

R

You open the doors.

After the engine is restarted, obstacles on the

sides must be detected again before a new

warning can be issued.

224 Driving and parking

#

% Vehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL: you

can activate or deactivate Parking Assist

PARKTRONIC in the multimedia system

(/ page 224).

If indicator lamp 1 is not lit, Parking Assist

PARKTRONIC is active. If the indicator lamp is lit

or the é symbol appears in the multifunction

display, Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is not

active.

Press button 2.

Multimedia system:

4

5

Settings

Quick Access

% Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is automatically

5

activated when the vehicle is started.

PARKTRONIC

#

Activate or deactivate the function.

Activating/deactivating Parking Assist

PARKTRONIC (Vehicles with AIR BODY CON‐

TROL)

% Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is automatically

activated when the vehicle is started.

Activating/deactivating Parking Assist

PARKTRONIC

NOTE Risk of an accident from objects

at close range

*

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC may not detect

certain objects at close range.

NOTE Risk of an accident from objects

at close range

*

#

When parking or maneuvering the vehi‐

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC may not detect

certain objects at close range.

cle, pay particular attention to any

objects which are above or below the

sensors, e.g. flower pots or drawbars.

The vehicle or other objects could oth‐

erwise be damaged.

#

When parking or maneuvering the vehi‐

cle, pay particular attention to any

objects which are above or below the

sensors, e.g. flower pots or drawbars.

The vehicle or other objects could oth‐

erwise be damaged.

If the é symbol is shown in the multifunction

display, Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is not

active.

If the é symbol is shown in the multifunction

display, Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is not

active.

Driving and parking 225

Reversing camera

Multimedia system:

when the vehicle is further away from an obsta‐

cle.

4

5

Settings

Quick Access

Function of the rear view camera

5

#

Select Warn Early All Around.

PARKTRONIC

#

Activate or deactivate the function.

% Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is automatically

Activating/deactivating audio fadeout

You can specify whether the volume of a media

source in the multimedia system is to be

reduced when Parking Assist PARKTRONIC

sounds a warning tone.

activated when the vehicle is started.

Adjusting the warning tones of Parking

Assist PARKTRONIC

Multimedia system:

#

Select Audio Fadeout During Warning Tones.

4

5

©

Settings

Assistance

#

5

Activate or deactivate the function.

Camera & Parking

Adjusting the volume of the warning tones

#

Select Warning Tone Volume.

#

Set a value.

Adjusting the pitch of the warning tones

#

Select Warning Tone Pitch.

Set a value.

When you engage reverse gear, the image from

rear view camera 1 is shown in the media dis‐

play. Dynamic guide lines show the path the

vehicle will take with the steering wheel in its

current position. This helps you to orient your‐

self and to avoid obstacles when backing up.

#

Specifying the starting point for the warning

tones

You can specify whether the Parking Assist

PARKTRONIC warning tones should commence

226 Driving and parking

The rear view camera is only an aid. It is not a

substitute for your attention to the surroundings.

The responsibility for safe maneuvering and

parking remains with you. Make sure that there

are no persons, animals or objects etc., in the

maneuvering area while maneuvering and park‐

ing.

The guide lines in the media display show the

distances to your vehicle. The distances dis‐

played only apply to road level.

Normal view

Wide-angle view

Depending on the vehicle equipment, you can

select from the following views:

1

Yellow guide line, vehicle width (driven sur‐

face) depending on the current steering

wheel angle (dynamic)

Yellow guide line at a distance of approx‐

imately 3.3 ft (1.0 m) from the rear area

Yellow lane marking the course the tires will

take at the current steering wheel angle

(dynamic)

R

Normal view

R

Wide-angle view

2

3

R

Trailer view

The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a

mirror image, as in the inside rearview mirror.

Vehicles without Active Parking Assist

The following camera views are available in the

multimedia system:

4

5

Bumper

Red guide line at a distance of approximately

1.0 in (0.3 m) from the rear area

Trailer view (vehicles with a trailer hitch)

1

Yellow guide line, locating aid

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If the system fails at the rear, the display of

the segments changes as follows:

2

3

2

Red guide line at a distance of approximately

1.0 in (0.3 m) from the ball head of the

trailer hitch

Yellow guide line, vehicle width (driven sur‐

face) depending on the current steering

wheel angle (dynamic)

Red guide line at a distance of approximately

1.0 in (0.3 m) from the rear area

Yellow warning display of Parking Assist

PARKTRONIC: obstacles are at a distance of

between approximately 2.0 ft (0.6 m) and

3.3 ft (1.0 m)

R

The rear segments are shown in red

when backing up.

3

4

Ball head of the trailer hitch

R

The rear segments are hidden when driv‐

ing forwards.

Vehicles with Active Parking Assist

The following camera views are available in the

multimedia system:

If Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is deactivated,

the warning display fades out (/ page 221).

5

6

Red warning display of Parking Assist

PARKTRONIC: obstacles are very close

(approximately 1.0 ft (0.3 m) or less)

Orange warning display of Parking Assist

PARKTRONIC: obstacles are a medium dis‐

tance away (between approximately 1.0 ft

(0.3 m) and 2.0 ft (0.6 m))

% If the entire system fails, the segments of

the warning display are shown in red. The

indicator lamp on the PARKTRONIC button

lights up and the é symbol appears in

the multifunction display.

Normal view

1

Yellow lane marking the course the tires will

take at the current steering wheel angle

(dynamic)

Wide-angle view

228 Driving and parking

R

The camera lens is obstructed, dirty or fog‐

ged up. Observe the notes on cleaning the

rear view camera (/ page 433).

The camera or rear passenger compartment

of your vehicle is damaged. In this case, have

the camera and its position and setting

checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

% Have the display repaired or replaced if, for

example, pixel errors considerably restrict its

use.

360° camera

Function of the 360° Camera

The 360° Camera is a system that consists of

four cameras. The cameras cover the immediate

vehicle surroundings. The system assists you,

e.g. when parking or at exits with reduced visibil‐

ity.

% Do not use the rear view camera in these

types of situation. You could otherwise injure

others or collide with objects when parking

the vehicle.

Trailer view (vehicles with a trailer hitch)

1

2

Yellow guide line, locating aid

If the vehicle is carrying a heavy load, leaving the

standard height can result in inaccuracies in the

guide lines and in the display of the generated

images, depending on technical conditions.

The field of vision and other functions of the rear

view camera may be restricted due to additional

accessories on the rear of the vehicle (e.g.

license plate bracket or bicycle rack).

% The contrast of the display may be impaired

by direct sunlight or by other light sources,

e.g. when driving out of a garage. In this

case, pay particular attention.

The views of the 360° Camera are always availa‐

ble when driving forwards up to a speed of

approx. 10 mph (16 km/h) and when backing

up.

The 360° Camera is only an aid and may show a

distorted view of obstacles, show them incor‐

rectly or not show them at all. It is not a substi‐

tute for your attention to the surroundings. The

responsibility for safe maneuvering and parking

remains with you. Make sure that there are no

persons, animals or objects etc., in the maneu‐

vering area while maneuvering and parking.

Red guide line at a distance of approximately

1.0 in (0.3 m) from the ball head of the

trailer hitch

3

Ball head of the trailer hitch

System limits

The rear view camera will not function or will

only partially function in the following situations:

R

The tailgate is open.

There is heavy rain, snow or fog.

The ambient light conditions are poor, e.g. at

night.

R

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The system evaluates images from the following

cameras:

The color of the individual segments of warning

display 2 is based on the distance to the detec‐

ted obstacle:

5

6

Top view with image from the rear view cam‐

era

Top view with trailer view (vehicles with a

trailer hitch)

R

Rear view camera

Front camera

Two side cameras in the outside mirrors

R

Yellow segments: obstacles at a distance

between approx. 2.0 ft (0.6 m) and 3.3 ft

(1.0 m)

Top view

Views of the 360° Camera

You can select from different views:

R

Orange segments: obstacles at a distance

between approx. 1.0 ft (0.3 m) and 2.0 ft

(0.6 m)

R

Red segments: obstacles at a very short

distance of approx. 1.0 ft (0.3 m) or less

When Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is operational

and no object is detected, the segments of the

warning display are shown in gray.

% If the entire system fails, the segments of

the warning display are shown in red. The

indicator lamp on the PARKTRONIC button

lights up and the é symbol appears in

the multifunction display.

1

2

3

Lane indicating the route the vehicle will

take at the current steering wheel angle

Warning display of Parking Assist

PARKTRONIC

1

2

3

Wide-angle view, front

Top view with image from the front camera

Top view with images from the side cameras

in the outside mirrors

Wide-angle view, rear

If the system fails at the rear, the display of

the segments changes as follows:

Your vehicle from above

R

The rear segments are shown in red

when backing up.

4

230 Driving and parking

R

The rear segments are hidden when driv‐

3

4

Red guide line at a distance of approximately

12 in (0.3 m) from the rear area

Mark at a distance of approx. 3.3 ft (1.0 m)

ing forwards.

If Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is deactivated,

the warning display fades out (/ page 221).

% When Active Parking Assist is active, lane

markings 1 are displayed in green.

The guide lines in the media display show

the distances to your vehicle. The distances

apply to road level.

Guide lines

In trailer mode, the guide lines are shown at

the level of the trailer hitch.

1

2

Yellow guide line, locating aid

Trailer view (vehicles with a trailer hitch)

If you select trailer view and no trailer is coupled

to the vehicle, the following display appears:

Red guide line at a distance of approximately

12 in (0.3 m) to the ball head of the trailer

hitch

3

Ball head of the trailer hitch

1

2

Yellow lane marking the course the tires will

take at the current steering wheel angle

(dynamic)

Yellow guide line, vehicle width (driven sur‐

face) depending on the current steering

wheel angle (dynamic)

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System limits

The 360° Camera will not function or will only

partially function in the following situations:

When the electrical connection is established

between the vehicle and the trailer, the display

changes to the side camera view.

This view supports maneuvering procedures with

a trailer.

1

2

Guide line of external vehicle dimensions

with outside mirrors folded out

Marker of the wheel contact points

R

The doors are open.

System failure

R

The side mirrors are folded in.

If the 360° Camera is not ready for operation,

the following message appears in the multimedia

system:

Side view of the mirror cameras

The sides of the vehicle can be seen in this view.

R

The tailgate is open.

R

There is heavy rain, snow or fog.

R

The ambient light conditions are poor, e.g. at

night.

R

The camera lens is obstructed, dirty or fog‐

ged up.

R

If cameras or vehicle components in which

the cameras are installed are damaged. In

232 Driving and parking

Selecting a view for the 360° Camera

this event, have the cameras, their positions

and their setting checked at a qualified spe‐

cialist workshop.

then independently locates and measures paral‐

lel and perpendicular parking spaces on both

sides of the vehicle.

#

Engage reverse gear.

#

Select the desired view in the multimedia

system (/ page 228).

When Active Parking Assist has detected parking

spaces, the È display appears in the multi‐

function display. The arrows show on which side

of the road detected parking spaces are located.

They are then shown in the media display. The

parking space and, if necessary, the parking

direction can be selected as desired. Active

Parking Assist calculates a suitable vehicle path,

switches on the turn signal indicator and assists

you in parking and exiting the parking space.

Active Parking Assist provides assistance when

changing gear, accelerating, braking and steer‐

ing the vehicle.

Active Parking Assist is only an aid. It is not a

substitute for your attention to the surroundings.

The responsibility for safe maneuvering and

parking remains with you. Make sure that no

persons, animals or objects etc. are in the

maneuvering range.

% Do not use the 360° Camera under such cir‐

cumstances. You could otherwise injure oth‐

ers or collide with objects when parking the

vehicle.

If the vehicle is carrying a heavy load, leaving the

standard height can result in inaccuracies in the

guide lines and in the display of the generated

images, depending on technical conditions.

The field of vision and other functions of the

camera system may be restricted due to addi‐

tional attachments on the vehicle (e.g. license

plate bracket, bicycle rack).

% The contrast of the display may be impaired

by abrupt direct sunlight or by other light

sources, e.g. when driving out of a garage. In

this case, pay particular attention.

Opening the camera cover of the rear view

camera

Multimedia system:

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Settings

Assistance

5

Camera & Parking

#

Select Open Camera Cover.

% The camera cover closes automatically after

some time or after an ignition cycle.

Active Parking Assist

Function of Active Parking Assist

Active Parking Assist is an electronic parking

assistance system which uses ultrasound and is

automatically activated during forward travel.

The system is operational at speeds below

approximately 22 mph (35 km/h).

% Have the display repaired or replaced if, for

example, pixel errors considerably restrict its

use.

See the notes on cleaning the 360° Camera

(/ page 433).

If all requirements are met, the Ç display

appears in the multifunction display. The system

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Active Parking Assist is canceled if, among other

things, one of the following actions is carried

out:

Do not use Active Parking Assist in the following

situations:

&

WARNING Risk of accident due to

objects located above or below the

detection range of Active Parking Assist

R

In extreme weather conditions such as ice,

packed snow or in heavy rain.

R

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is deactivated.

If there are objects above or below the

detection range, the following situations may

arise:

R

Active Parking Assist is deactivated.

When transporting a load that protrudes

beyond the vehicle.

R

You begin steering.

R

If the parking space is on a steep downhill or

uphill gradient.

R

Active Parking Assist may steer too early.

You apply the parking brake.

You engage transmission position j.

ESP^®intervenes.

You open the doors or the tailgate while driv‐

ing.

^RVehicles with automatic transmis‐

sion: The vehicle may not stop in front of

these objects.

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When snow chains are installed.

Active Parking Assist may also display parking

spaces that are not suitable for parking, e.g. the

following:

This could cause a collision.

#

In these situations, do not use Active

Parking Assist.

System limits

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Parking spaces where parking is prohibited.

Objects located above or below the detection

range of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC or Active

Parking Assist are not detected when the park‐

ing space is being measured. These are also not

taken into account when the parking maneuver

is calculated, e.g. overhanging loads, overhangs

or loading ramps of trucks or the boundaries of

parking spaces. In some circumstances, Active

Parking Assist may therefore guide you into the

parking space prematurely.

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Parking spaces on unsuitable surfaces.

Snowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking

space being measured inaccurately. Parking

spaces that are partially occupied by trailer

drawbars might not be identified as such or be

measured incorrectly. Only use Active Parking

Assist on level, high-grip ground.

Active Parking Assist will not assist you with

parking spaces at right angles to the direction of

travel in the following situations:

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If two parking spaces are located immedi‐

ately next to each other.

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If the parking space is immediately next to a

low obstacle such as a curb.

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Active Parking Assist will not assist you with

parking spaces parallel or at right angles to the

direction of travel in the following situations:

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If the parking space is on a curb.

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If the parking space is bordered by an obsta‐

cle, e.g. a tree, a post or a trailer.

Parking with Active Parking Assist

% Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the

button may also be located at a different

position in the center console.

The media display shows the view of Active Park‐

ing Assist. Area 2 displays detected parking

spaces 4 and vehicle path 3.

% Vehicle path 3 shown on the media display

may differ from the actual vehicle path.

#

If you have driven past a parking space: bring

the vehicle to a standstill.

Press button 1.

#

Select desired parking space 4.

#

Where necessary, select the parking direc‐

tion: forwards or reverse.

Vehicle path 3 is shown, depending on

selected parking space 4 and the parking

direction.

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#

Exiting a parking space with Active Parking

Confirm selected parking space 4.

If, for example, the Please Engage Reverse

Gear message appears in the media display:

select the corresponding transmission posi‐

tion.

The vehicle drives into the selected parking

space.

Assist

% The turn signal indicator is switched on auto‐

matically when the parking procedure

Requirements:

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The vehicle has been parked with Active

Parking Assist.

begins. The turn signal indicator is switched

off automatically when you switch to h.

Please note that you are responsible for the vehi‐

cle and surroundings during the entire parking

procedure.

You are responsible for selecting the turn signal

indicator in accordance with the traffic condi‐

tions. If necessary, select the turn signal indica‐

tor accordingly.

On completion of the parking procedure, the

Parking Assist Finished, Take Control of Vehicle

display message appears. Further maneuvering

may still be necessary.

#

Start the vehicle.

&

WARNING Risk of accident due to vehi‐

cle swinging out while parking or pulling

out of a parking space

#

After completion of the parking procedure,

safeguard the vehicle against rolling away.

When required by legal requirements or local

conditions: turn the wheels towards the curb.

While parking or exiting a parking space, the

vehicle swings out and can drive onto areas

of the oncoming lane.

This could cause you to collide with objects

or other road users.

% You can stop the vehicle and change the

transmission position during the parking pro‐

cedure. The system then calculates a new

vehicle path. The parking procedure can

then be continued. If no new vehicle path is

available, the transmission position will be

changed again. If the vehicle has not yet

reached the parking space, the parking pro‐

cedure will be canceled, should a gear be

changed.

#

Pay attention to objects and other road

users.

Where necessary, stop the vehicle or

cancel the parking procedure with

Active Parking Assist.

#

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&

WARNING Risk of accident due to vehi‐

cle swinging out while parking or pulling

out of a parking space

While parking or exiting a parking space, the

vehicle swings out and can drive onto areas

of the oncoming lane.

This could cause you to collide with objects

or other road users.

#

Pay attention to objects and other road

users.

#

If the vehicle has been parked at right angles

to the direction of travel: in area 2, select

direction of travel 3, left or right.

#

Where necessary, stop the vehicle or

cancel the parking procedure with

Active Parking Assist.

% The vehicle path shown on the media display

may differ from the actual vehicle path.

#

If, for example, the Please Engage Forward

Gear message appears in the media display:

select the corresponding transmission posi‐

tion.

The vehicle moves out of the parking space.

The turn signal indicator is switched off auto‐

matically.

#

Press button 1.

#

Confirm direction of exit 3 to drive out of

the parking space.

The media display shows the view of Active

Parking Assist.

% The turn signal indicator is switched on auto‐

matically when the exiting procedure begins.

You are responsible for selecting the turn signal

indicator in accordance with the traffic condi‐

tions. If necessary, select the turn signal indica‐

tor accordingly.

After the exiting procedure has been completed,

the Parking Assist Finished, Take Control of

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If the wrong gear is selected.

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Vehicle message appears in the media display. A

warning tone and the following display in the

media display prompt you to take over control of

the vehicle:

In such cases, Drive Away Assist might:

R

Warn you without reason and limit the

vehicle speed.

Drive Away Assist is active under the following

conditions:

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Not warn you or not limit the vehicle

speed.

If Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is activated.

Every time the gear is changed to k or h

when the vehicle is at a standstill.

If the detected obstacle is less than approx.

3.3 ft (1.0 m) away.

If the maneuvering assistant function is acti‐

vated in the multimedia system.

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#

Always pay careful attention to the traf‐

R

fic situation; do not rely on Drive Away

Assist alone.

You have to accelerate, brake, steer and change

gear yourself again.

#

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Be prepared to brake or swerve as nec‐

essary, provided the traffic situation

permits and that it is safe to take eva‐

sive action.

Function of Drive Away Assist

System limits

The performance of Drive Away Assist is limited

on inclines.

When driving with a trailer, Drive Away Assist is

not available.

% Also observe the system limits of Parking

Assist PARKTRONIC (/ page 220).

Drive Away Assist can reduce the severity of an

impact when pulling away. If an obstacle is

detected in the direction of travel, the vehicle's

speed is briefly reduced to approx. 1 mph

(2 km/h). If a critical situation is detected, sym‐

bol É appears in the media display.

Drive Away Assist is only an aid. It is not a sub‐

stitute for your attention to the surroundings.

The responsibility for safe maneuvering and

parking remains with you. Make sure that no

persons, animals or objects etc. are in the

maneuvering range.

&

WARNING Risk of accident caused by

limited detection performance of Drive

Away Assist

Function of Cross Traffic Alert

% Also read the instructions on Blind Spot

Assist (/ page 242).

A risk of a collision may arise in the following sit‐

uations, for example:

Drive Away Assist cannot always clearly iden‐

tify objects and traffic situations.

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If the driver mixes up the accelerator and

brake pedals.

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ATTENTION ASSIST

If the vehicle is backing up at walking pace.

If the maneuvering assistant function is acti‐

vated in the multimedia system.

Function of ATTENTION ASSIST

ATTENTION ASSIST assists you on long, monoto‐

nous journeys, e.g. on highways and trunk roads.

If ATTENTION ASSIST detects indicators of fati‐

gue or increasing lapses in concentration on the

part of the driver, it suggests taking a break.

System limits

Cross Traffic Alert is not available on inclines.

Cross Traffic Alert is not available when driving

with a trailer.

% Also observe the system limits of Active

Blind Spot Assist (/ page 242).

ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid. It cannot

always detect fatigue or lapses in concentration

in time. The system is not a substitute for a well-

rested and attentive driver. On long journeys,

take regular breaks in good time that allow for

adequate recuperation.

Vehicles with Blind Spot Assist: Cross Traffic

Alert can warn drivers of any crossing traffic

when backing up out of a parking space. The

radar sensors in the bumper also monitor the

area adjacent to the vehicle. If a critical situation

is detected, symbol 1 appears in the media dis‐

play. If the driver does not respond to the warn‐

ing, the vehicle's brakes can be applied automat‐

ically.

If the radar sensors are obstructed by vehicles

or other objects, detection is not possible.

Cross Traffic Alert is active under the following

conditions:

Activating/deactivating maneuvering assis‐

tance

Multimedia system:

You can choose between two settings:

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Settings

Assistance

5

R

Standard: normal system sensitivity.

Camera & Parking

#

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Sensitive: higher system sensitivity. The

Switch Maneuvering Assistance on or off.

driver is warned earlier and the attention

level detected by ATTENTION ASSIST is adap‐

ted accordingly.

% Maneuvering assistance must be active for

the function of Drive Away Assist

(/ page 237).

If drowsiness or increasing lapses in concentra‐

tion are detected, the ATTENTION ASSIST: Take

a Break! warning appears in the Instrument Dis‐

play. You can acknowledge the message and

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If Blind Spot Assist is activated.

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take a break where necessary. If you do not take If ATTENTION ASSIST is unable to calculate the

If the road condition is poor (uneven road

surface or potholes).

If there is a strong side wind.

If you adopt a sporty driving style (high cor‐

nering speeds or high rates of acceleration).

If the Steering Assist function of Active Dis‐

tance Assist DISTRONIC is active.

If the time has been set incorrectly.

In active driving situations, if you change

lanes and vary your speed frequently.

a break and ATTENTION ASSIST continues to

detect increasing lapses in concentration, you

will be warned again after a minimum of

15 minutes.

attention level and cannot issue a warning, the

System Suspended message appears.

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If a warning is given in the Instrument Display,

the multimedia system offers to search for a rest

area. You can select a rest area and start naviga‐

tion to this rest area. This function can be activa‐

ted and deactivated in the multimedia system.

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If ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated, the Û

symbol appears in the assistance graphic in the

Instrument Display when the engine is running.

ATTENTION ASSIST is activated automatically

when the engine is re-started. The last selected

sensitivity level remains stored.

The ATTENTION ASSIST tiredness or alertness

assessment is deleted and restarted when con‐

tinuing the journey in the following situations:

System limits

ATTENTION ASSIST is active in the 37 mph

(60 km/h) to 124 mph (200 km/h) speed range.

The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is

restricted, and warnings may be delayed or not

occur at all in the following situations:

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If you switch off the engine.

If you unfasten your seat belt and open the

driver's door (e.g. changing drivers or taking

a break).

You can have the following status information for

ATTENTION ASSIST displayed in the assistance

menu of the on-board computer:

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The length of the journey since the last

break.

R

The attention level determined by ATTENTION

ASSIST.

R

If you have been driving for less than approx‐

imately 30 minutes.

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Setting ATTENTION ASSIST

Traffic Sign Assist

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When a village or city boundary which is

stored in the digital map is passed.

Multimedia system:

Function of Traffic Sign Assist

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Settings

Assistance

The camera also detects traffic signs with a

restriction indicated by an additional sign (e.g. in

wet conditions).

5

Attention Assist

Setting options

Traffic Sign Assist is only an aid. The driver is

responsible for keeping a safe distance from the

vehicle in front, for vehicle speed and for braking

in good time.

#

Select Standard, Sensitive or Off.

Suggesting a rest area

#

Select Suggest Rest Area.

#

Warning when the maximum permissible

speed is exceeded

Activate or deactivate the function.

If ATTENTION ASSIST detects fatigue or

increasing lack of attention, it suggests a

rest area in the vicinity.

The system can warn you if you unintentionally

exceed the maximum permissible speed. To do

this, you can specify in the multimedia system

by how much the maximum permissible speed

can be exceeded before a warning is issued. You

can specify whether the warning is to be just a

visual warning or an acoustic one as well.

Traffic Sign Assist detects traffic signs with mul‐

tifunction camera 1. It assists you by display‐

ing detected speed limits and overtaking restric‐

tions in the instrument cluster and optionally in

the head-up display or central display.

Since Traffic Sign Assist also uses the data

stored in the navigation system, it can update

the display in the following situations without

detecting traffic signs:

#

Select the suggested rest area.

You are guided to the selected rest area.

R

When the vehicle changes roads, e.g. on a

highway entry or exit road.

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Display in the Instrument Display

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If the windshield in the area of the multifunc‐

tion camera is dirty, or if the camera is fog‐

ged up, damaged or covered.

If the traffic signs are hard to detect, e.g. due

to dirt or snow, or because they are covered

or due to insufficient lighting.

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If the information in the navigation system's

digital map is incorrect or out-of-date.

If the signs are ambiguous, e.g. traffic signs

on construction sites or in adjacent lanes.

If you turn sharply, when passing traffic signs

outside the camera's field of vision.

Traffic Sign Assist is not available in all coun‐

tries. If it is unavailable, display 1 is shown in

the speedometer.

Instrument Display in the Widescreen Cockpit

1

2

3

Permissible speed

Permissible speed when there is a restriction

Additional sign with restriction

Setting Traffic Sign Assist

Requirements:

^ROnly vehicles with Driving Assistance

Package:

System limits

The system may be impaired or may not function

in the following situations:

Vehicles with a standard Instrument Dis‐

play: a + symbol next to a traffic sign in the

Instrument Display indicates that additional

traffic signs have been detected. These can

also be displayed in the media display and

optionally in the head-up display.

%

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If there is poor visibility, e.g. due to insuffi‐

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC must be

activated for the automatic adoption of

speed limits.

cient illumination of the road, if there are

highly variable shade conditions or in rain,

snow, fog or heavy spray.

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If there is glare, e.g. from oncoming traffic,

direct sunlight or reflections.

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#

Multimedia system:

Activate or deactivate the function.

If a vehicle is detected close to the side of your

vehicle, the red warning lamp in the outside mir‐

ror flashes. If you switch on the turn signal indi‐

cator in the corresponding direction, a warning

tone sounds once. If the turn signal indicator

remains switched on, all other detected vehicles

are indicated only by the flashing of the red

warning lamp.

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5

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Settings

Assistance

Adjusting the type of warning

#

5

Traffic Sign Assist

Select Visual & Audible, Visual or Off.

Activating/deactivating automatic adoption

of speed limits (only vehicles with Driving

Assistance Package)

Adjusting the warning threshold

This value determines the speed at which a

warning is issued when exceeded.

#

Select Limit Adoption.

#

Select Warning Threshold.

Set the desired speed.

If you overtake a vehicle quickly, no warning is

given.

#

Activate or deactivate the function.

#

The speed limits detected by Traffic Sign

Assist are automatically adopted by Active

Distance Assist DISTRONIC.

&

WARNING Risk of accident despite Blind

Spot Assist

Blind Spot Assist and Active Blind Spot

Assist with exit warning

% If one of the following systems is activated,

the speed detected can be manually adopted

as the speed limit:

Blind Spot Assist does not react to vehicles

approaching and overtaking you at a greatly

different speed.

As a result, Blind Spot Assist cannot warn

drivers in this situation.

Function of Blind Spot Assist and Active

Blind Spot Assist with exit warning

Blind Spot Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist

use two lateral, rear-facing radar sensors to

monitor the area up to 130 ft (40 m) behind and

10 ft (3 m) next to your vehicle.

R

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

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Cruise control

R

Variable limiter

#

Always pay careful attention to the traf‐

fic situation and maintain a safe dis‐

tance at the side of the vehicle.

Further information (/ page 203).

If a vehicle is detected at speeds above approx‐

imately 8 mph (12 km/h) and this vehicle subse‐

quently enters the monitoring range directly next

to your vehicle, the warning lamp in the outside

mirror lights up red.

Displaying detected traffic signs in the

media display

Blind Spot Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist

are only aids. They may fail to detect some vehi‐

#

Select Display in Central Display.

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cles and are no substitute for attentive driving.

warning, a warning tone sounds and the warning

If vehicles are not driving in the middle of

their lane

Always ensure that there is sufficient distance to lamp in the outside mirror starts to flash.

the side for other road users and obstacles.

This additional function is only available when

Warnings may be issued in error when driving

close to crash barriers or similar solid lane bor‐

ders. Always make sure that there is sufficient

distance to the side for other traffic or obsta‐

cles.

Warnings may be interrupted when driving along‐

side long vehicles, for example trucks, for a pro‐

longed time.

Blind Spot Assist is not operational when reverse

gear is engaged.

Blind Spot Assist is not operational when a

trailer is coupled to the vehicle and the electrical

connection has been correctly established.

Blind Spot Assist is activated and up to a maxi‐

Exit warning

mum of three minutes after the ignition has

The exit warning is an additional function of

been switched off. The exit warning is no longer

Blind Spot Assist and can warn vehicle occu‐

available once the warning lamp in the outside

pants about approaching vehicles when leaving

mirror flashes three times.

the vehicle when stationary.

The exit warning is only an aid and not a substi‐

&

WARNING Risk of accident despite exit

warning

tute for the attention of vehicle occupants. The

responsibility for opening and closing the doors

and for leaving the vehicle remains with the vehi‐

cle occupants.

The exit warning reacts neither to stationary

objects nor to vehicles approaching you at a

greatly different speed.

As a result, the exit warning cannot warn

drivers in these situations.

System limits

Blind Spot Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist

may be limited in the following situations:

The exit warning may be limited in the following

situations:

#

Always pay particular attention to the

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If there is dirt on the sensors or the sensors

are obscured

traffic situation when opening the doors

and make sure there is sufficient clear‐

ance.

R

When the sensors are covered by adjacent

vehicles in narrow parking spaces

When people approach the vehicle

In the event of stationary or slowly moving

objects

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In poor visibility, e.g. due to fog, heavy rain or

snow

R

If there are narrow vehicles, e.g. bicycles or

motorbikes

If there is a vehicle in the monitoring range, this

is indicated in the outside mirror. If a vehicle

occupant opens the door on the side with the

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If the road has very wide or narrow lanes

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Function of brake application (Active Blind

Spot Assist)

#

Always maintain a safe distance at the

sides.

% The brake application function is only availa‐

ble for vehicles with a Driving Assistance

Package.

&

WARNING Risk of accident despite

Active Blind Spot Assist

If Active Blind Spot Assist detects a risk of a side

impact in the monitoring range, a course-cor‐

recting brake application is carried out. This is

designed to help you avoid a collision.

The course-correcting brake application is availa‐

ble in the speed range between approximately

20 mph (30 km/h) and 125 mph (200 km/h).

Active Blind Spot Assist does not react to the

following:

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If vehicles overtake too closely on the

side, placing them in the blind spot area

If a course-correcting brake application occurs,

the red warning lamp flashes in the outside mir‐

ror and a warning tone sounds. In addition, a dis‐

play 1 indicating the danger of a side collision

appears in the multifunction display.

In rare cases, the system may make an inappro‐

priate brake application. This brake application

may be interrupted at any time if you steer

slightly in the opposite direction or accelerate.

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Vehicles approaching and overtaking you

at a greatly different speed

As a result, Active Blind Spot Assist may nei‐

ther give warnings nor intervene in such sit‐

uations.

&

WARNING Risk of accident despite

brake application of Active Blind Spot

Assist

#

Always pay careful attention to the traf‐

A course-correcting brake application cannot

always prevent a collision.

fic situation and maintain a safe dis‐

tance at the side of the vehicle.

#

Always steer, brake or accelerate your‐

self, especially if Active Blind Spot

Assist warns you or makes a course-

correcting brake application.

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System limits

Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist or

Active Blind Spot Assist

Active Lane Keeping Assist monitors the area in

front of your vehicle by means of multifunction

camera 1. It serves to protect you against unin‐

tentionally leaving your lane. You will be warned

by vibration pulses in the steering wheel and gui‐

ded by a course-correcting brake application

back into your lane.

Either a course-correcting brake application

appropriate to the driving situation, or none at

all, may occur in the following situations:

Multimedia system:

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5

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Settings

Assistance

#

R

Vehicles or obstacles, e.g. crash barriers, are

located on both sides of your vehicle.

Activate or deactivate Blind Spot Assist.

or

R

A vehicle approaches too closely on the side.

#

Activate or deactivate Act. Blind Spot Assist.

You are warned by vibration pulses in the steer‐

ing wheel in the following circumstances:

R

You have adopted a sporty driving style with

high cornering speeds.

% Depending on the vehicle's equipment, Blind

Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is

available.

R

Active Lane Keeping Assist detects a lane

marking.

R

You brake or accelerate significantly.

A driving safety system intervenes, e.g. ESP^®

or Active Brake Assist.

A front wheel drives over this lane marking.

R

Active Lane Keeping Assist

You will also be guided back into your lane by

means of a course-correcting brake application

if the following conditions are met:

ESP^®is deactivated.

R

Function of Active Lane Keeping Assist

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A loss of tire pressure or a faulty tire is

detected.

R

Active Lane Keeping Assist detects lane

markings on both edges of the lane.

R

You are driving with a trailer and the electri‐

cal connection to the trailer hitch has been

correctly established.

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A front wheel drives over a solid lane mark‐

ing.

You can activate or deactivate the Active Lane

Keeping Assist warning.

Active Lane Keeping Assist can neither reduce

the risk of an accident if you fail to adapt your

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driving style nor override the laws of physics. It

cannot take into account road, weather or traffic

conditions. Active Lane Keeping Assist is only an

aid. You are responsible for maintaining a safe

distance to the vehicle in front, for vehicle

speed, for braking in good time and for staying

in lane.

Vehicles with Driving Assistance Package or

Driving Assistance Plus Package: Active Lane

Keeping Assist can bring the vehicle back into

the lane with a lane-correcting brake application.

In the case of a broken lane marking being

detected, a brake application will only be made if

a vehicle has been detected in the adjacent lane.

Oncoming vehicles, overtaking vehicles and vehi‐

cles in adjacent lanes can be detected.

You have adopted a sporty driving style with

high cornering speeds or high rates of accel‐

eration.

When ESP^®is deactivated.

When driving with a trailer, the electrical con‐

nection to the trailer has been correctly

established.

If a loss of tire pressure or a faulty tire has

been detected and displayed.

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If a lane-correcting brake application occurs, dis‐

The system may be impaired or may not function

in the following situations:

play 1 appears in the multifunction display.

R

If there is poor visibility, e.g. due to insuffi‐

System limits

No lane-correcting brake application occurs in

the following situations:

cient illumination of the road, if there are

highly variable shade conditions or in rain,

snow, fog or heavy spray.

R

You clearly and actively steer, brake or accel‐

erate.

Active Lane Keeping Assist is available in the

speed range between 37 mph (60 km/h) and

124 mph (200 km/h).

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If there is glare, e.g. from oncoming traffic,

the sun or reflections.

If the windshield in the area of the multifunc‐

tion camera is dirty, or if the camera is fog‐

ged up, damaged or covered.

If there are no lane markings, or several

unclear lane markings are present for one

lane, e.g. around roadworks.

R

You have switched on the turn signal indica‐

tor (situation-dependent).

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A driving safety system intervenes, such as

ESP^®, Active Brake Assist or Active Blind

Spot Assist.

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If the lane markings are worn, dark or cov‐

ered.

If the distance to the vehicle in front is too

short and thus the lane markings cannot be

detected.

If the lane markings change quickly, e.g.

lanes branch off, cross one another or

merge.

Select Standard, Sensitive or Off.

The handling characteristics may be heavily

impaired and the trailer can become

detached. There is a risk of fatal injury.

Activating/deactivating the haptic warning

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Select Warning.

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Only install a ball coupling that meets

Activate or deactivate the function.

the permitted dimensions and has been

designed for the trailer operation

requirements.

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Trailer hitch

Notes on towing a trailer

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Do not modify the ball coupling or the

trailer hitch.

If the roadway is very narrow and winding.

Mercedes‑AMG vehicles: be sure to observe

the notes in the Supplement. Otherwise, you

may fail to recognize dangers.

Plug-in hybrid: observe the notes in the Supple‐ "Technical data" section under "Trailer hitch" for

ment. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dan‐

gers.

Activating/deactivating Active Lane Keeping

Assist

Multimedia system:

The values approved by the manufacturer can be

found on the identification plates and in the

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5

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Settings

Quick Access

the towing vehicle (/ page 503).

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Active Lane Keeping Assist

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WARNING Swerving of the vehicle/

trailer combination due to increased

speed

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Activate or deactivate the function.

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WARNING Danger of accident due to

unsuitable ball coupling

Setting Active Lane Keeping Assist

Multimedia system:

If the vehicle/trailer combination swerves,

you can lose control of it.

The vehicle/trailer combination can even tip

over.

If you install an unsuitable ball coupling,

overloading of the trailer hitch and rear axle

will be the result. This is particularly the case

if the ball coupling is relatively long or angled

differently.

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5

©

Settings

Assistance

5

Active Lane Keeping Assist

Setting the sensitivity

% The availability of this function is dependent

on the country.

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If the trailer coupling is removable, it is essential Ensure the following before starting a journey:

to comply with the operating instructions of the

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Under no circumstances should you try

to increase the speed to straighten the

vehicle/trailer combination.

Reduce speed and do not counter-steer.

If necessary, apply the brakes.

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The tire pressure on the rear axle of the tow‐

trailer coupling manufacturer.

ing vehicle is set for a maximum load

The lighting of the connected trailer is opera‐

tional

Couple and uncouple the trailer carefully. If you

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do not connect the trailer to the towing vehicle

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correctly, the trailer may become detached.

Observe the following notes on the tongue

weight:

^RVehicles without LED headlamps or MUL‐

TIBEAM LED headlamps: the headlamps

NOTE Damage to the engine as a result

of overheating

*

have been set correctly

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Do not use a tongue weight that exceeds or

In the event of increased rear axle load, the vehi‐

falls below the permissible tongue weight

#

If you retrofit a trailer hitch, modifica‐

tions to the engine cooling system may

be necessary, depending on the vehicle

model.

cle/trailer combination may not exceed a maxi‐

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Use a tongue weight as close as possible to

the maximum tongue weight

mum speed of 62 mph (100 km/h) for reasons

concerning the operating permit. This also

applies in countries in which the permissible

maximum speed for vehicle/trailer combinations

is above 62 mph (100 km/h).

Do not exceed the following values:

When retrofitting a trailer hitch, observe the

fastening points on the chassis.

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Permissible trailer load

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Permissible rear axle load of the towing vehi‐

cle

Retrofitting a trailer hitch is permissible only if a

trailer load is specified in your vehicle docu‐

ments. If this is not the case, the vehicle is not

approved for trailer operation.

Further information can be obtained at a quali‐

fied specialist workshop.

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Permissible gross weight of the towing vehi‐

cle

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Permissible gross weight of the trailer

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Maximum permissible speed of the trailer

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Attaching the ball neck

Store cover 1 so that it cannot move

#

Install and secure the ball coupling as

described in the ball coupling manufac‐

turer's installation instructions.

When the ball coupling has been instal‐

led, ensure that it is correctly secured

before every trip.

around.

&

WARNING Risk of accident and injury

due to an incorrectly installed ball cou‐

pling

Observe the manufacturer's installation

instructions.

Observe the notes on loading the vehicle.

If the ball coupling is not installed and

engaged correctly, it may become detached

during travel and endanger other road users.

There is a risk of fatal injury.

Coupling up/uncoupling a trailer

Requirements:

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The vehicle is secured against rolling away.

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WARNING Risk of injury from the vehicle

level being changed

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Install and secure the ball coupling as

Attaching the ball neck

described in the ball coupling manufac‐

turer's installation instructions.

Vehicles with level control system: the

vehicle level may be changed unintentionally,

e.g. by other persons. You may become trap‐

ped if you couple up or uncouple a trailer

while the vehicle level is changing. In addi‐

tion, other people could become trapped if

their limbs are between the vehicle body and

the tires or underneath the vehicle.

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When the ball coupling has been instal‐

led, ensure that it is correctly secured

before every trip.

&

WARNING Risk of accident due to an

incorrectly installed and secured ball

coupling

When coupling up or uncoupling a trailer,

make sure that:

If the ball coupling has not been correctly

installed and secured, the trailer can become

detached.

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Remove cover 1 from the ball neck mount

in the direction of the arrow.

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The doors or tailgate are not opened or

closed.

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Drive Away Assist

Cross Traffic Alert

Rear view camera

360° Camera

Remove the cover from the ball neck mount

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You do not initiate the level control sys‐

tem and do not operate the DYNAMIC

SELECT switch.

and store it in a safe place (/ page 249).

Position the trailer on a level surface behind

the vehicle and couple it up to the vehicle.

Establish the electrical connection between

the vehicle and the trailer.

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Do not lock or unlock the vehicle.

Vehicles without a level control system: the

ball head height will change depending on the

vehicle's load. In this case, use a trailer with a

height-adjustable drawbar.

Requirements:

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The vehicle is secured with the electric park‐

ing brake.

% Accessories can be connected to the perma‐

nent power supply up to 180 W and to the

power supply that is switched on via the igni‐

tion lock.

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The transmission is in position j.

Coupling up a trailer

The trailer will be correctly detected by the vehi‐

cle only if the following conditions are met:

Decoupling a trailer

NOTE Damage to the battery due to full

discharge

*

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The trailer is connected correctly.

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WARNING Risk of being crushed and

becoming trapped when uncoupling a

trailer

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The trailer lighting system is in working

order.

Charging the trailer battery using the power

supply of the trailer can damage the vehicle

battery.

When uncoupling a trailer with an engaged

inertia-activated brake, your hand may

become trapped between the vehicle and the

trailer drawbar.

The functions of the following systems are affec‐

ted by a correctly connected trailer:

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Do not use the vehicle's power supply

to charge the trailer battery.

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Active Lane Keeping Assist

ESP^®trailer stabilization

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Information about a suitable ball neck for

Mercedes-Benz vehicles can be obtained from a

qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized

Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Do not uncouple trailers with an

engaged overrun brake.

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Parking Assist PARKTRONIC

Active Parking Assist

Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist

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Uncouple the trailer.

Place the cover on the ball neck mount.

NOTE Damage when uncoupling in a

state of overrun

*

Uncoupling in a state of overrun can damage

the vehicle.

Vehicle towing instructions

#

Do not uncouple trailers with an

engaged overrun brake.

The vehicle is not suitable for the use of tow bar

systems that are used for flat towing or dinghy

towing, for example. Attaching and using tow bar

systems can lead to damage on the vehicle.

When you are towing a vehicle with tow bar sys‐

tems, safe driving characteristics cannot be

guaranteed for the towing vehicle or the towed

vehicle. The vehicle-trailer combination may

swerve from side to side. Comply with the per‐

mitted towing methods (/ page 449) and the

instructions for towing with both axles on the

ground (/ page 450).

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WARNING Risk of becoming trapped

when disconnecting the trailer cable

Vehicles with level control system: The

vehicle may lower when the trailer cable is

disconnected.

This could result in you or other people

becoming trapped if your or their limbs are

between the vehicle body and the tires or

underneath the vehicle.

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Make sure that nobody is underneath

the vehicle or in the immediate vicinity

of the wheel arches when you discon‐

nect the trailer cable.

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Disconnect the electrical connection

between the vehicle and the trailer.

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