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electric drive system without the combustion

Driving

Stop the charging process immediately

engine (noiseless start).

in case of unusual odours, smoke or

Notes on plug-in hybrids

burn marks.

R If the high-voltage battery for the electric drive

▌Notes on plug-in hybrid operation

system is not sufociently charged or the vehi-

# Leave the danger zone immediately.

cle conditions for a silent start are not met,

Secure the danger zone at a sufocient

the vehicle will start with the combustion

& WARNING Risk of chemical burns and poi-

distance.

engine.

soning from damaged high-voltage battery

# Call the fire service.

If the housing of the high-voltage battery has

% Depending on the system, it may be that even

been damaged, electrolyte and gases may

though the high-voltage battery is charged,

* NOTE Mercedes-AMG vehicles

leak out.

electric mode has restricted or no availability.

Observe the notes in the Supplement.

When the combustion engine has run for long

# Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or

You could otherwise fail to recognise

enough and the ambient conditions permit,

clothing.

dangers.

electric mode will be available without restric-

# Immediately rinse electrolyte splashes

tion once more.

off with water and seek medical atten-

The hybrid system combines a combustion engine

Characteristics with moderate power output

tion straight away.

with an electric motor.

requests:

Characteristics when the vehicle is at a standstill:

R The combustion engine is switched off as

& DANGER Risk of fire and explosion from

R The combustion engine is generally switched

often as possible during a journey.

excessive internal pressure of the high-

off.

voltage battery

R Depending on the drive program selected and

R Idle speed occurs only in certain instances.

the state of charge of the high-voltage battery,

In the event of a vehicle fire, flammable gas

the vehicle can be accelerated electrically up

can escape and ignite.

Characteristics when the vehicle is started:

to a speed of approximately 140 km/h.

R If the high-voltage battery is sufociently

charged, the vehicle can be started with the

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Characteristics with high power output requests:

The external noise produced by the sound

R From a speed of 20 km/h, the acoustic vehi-

generator is perceptible in the vehicle interior

cle alerting system gradually switches off.

R The electric motor supports the combustion

at low speeds and does not constitute a mal-

R The sound generator is off when the vehicle is

engine (boost effect), e.g. when pulling away

function.

stationary.

or accelerating.

R If not all of the vehicle conditions for electric

R The high-voltage battery is discharging.

▌Manually disconnecting the high-voltage on-

mode are met, the combustion engine will be

board electrical system

Characteristics when the accelerator pedal is

switched on.

released during the journey:

R Performance restrictions in electric mode are

& DANGER Risk of death and fire due to

possible as a result of the operating tempera-

R The electric motor is operated as an alternator

modified and/or damaged components of

ture of the high-voltage battery and drive sys-

when in overrun mode and during braking.

the high-voltage on-board electrical sys-

tem, the ambient temperature and ageing of

R The high-voltage battery is charging.

tem

the high-voltage battery.

The vehicle's high-voltage on-board electrical

Notes on electric mode:

R In electric mode, the maximum power will not

system is under high voltage. If you modify

be permanently available and may drop to

R Vehicles with hybrid systems generate signifi-

component parts in the vehicle's high-voltage

continuous output.

cantly less noise when stationary and when

on-board electrical system or touch damaged

being driven than vehicles with combustion

Notes on the acoustic vehicle alerting system:

component parts, you may be electrocuted. In

engines.

addition, modified and/or damaged compo-

R The sound generator produces speed-depend-

R When you drive in electric mode, the vehicle

nents may cause a fire.

ent driving noises up to a speed of approx-

may not be heard by other road users owing to

imately 30 km/h when driving forwards and

In the event of an accident or impact to the

the significantly reduced operating noise.

reversing.

underbody, components of the high-voltage

It is for this reason that the vehicle is equip-

on-board electrical system may be damaged

R This will help other road users, particularly

ped with a sound generator, which serves as

although the damage is not visible.

pedestrians and cyclists, to hear your vehicle

an acoustic vehicle alerting system (AVAS).

better.

This safety system is prescribed by law.

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Requirements

Operating the high-voltage disconnect device

Never make any modifications to the

high-voltage on-board electrical system.

Only disconnect the high-voltage on-board electri-

cal system manually in the following situations:

# Do not switch on or use the vehicle if its

high-voltage on-board electrical system

R The restraint system warning lamp 6 lights

components have been modified or dam-

up in the driver display, e.g. after an accident.

aged.

R The vehicle is badly damaged, e.g. after an

# Never touch damaged components of

accident, and the restraint system compo-

the high-voltage on-board electrical sys-

nents have not been triggered.

tem.

# After an accident, do not touch any com-

ponents of the high-voltage on-board

electrical system.

# After an accident, have the vehicle trans-

ported away.

# Have the components of the high-voltage

on-board electrical system checked at a

Switch off the vehicle.

qualified specialist workshop and

replaced if necessary.

Shift the transmission to position j.

# Apply the electric parking brake.

# Secure the vehicle against rolling away.

# Open the bonnet.

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Press release tab 1 in the direction of the

R Operate vehicle equipment and become

arrow and pull it out.

trapped, forexample.

# Pull high-voltage disconnect device 2 in the

In addition, the children could also set the

direction of the arrow until it engages.

vehicle in motion, for exampleby:

The high-voltage on-board electrical system is

switched off.

R releasing the parking brake.

R change the gearbox setting.

All work on the hybrid drive system–– (including

after disconnecting the high-voltage on-board

R start the vehicle.

electrical system manually) may only be carried

Never leave children unattended in the

out in a qualified specialist workshop.

vehicle.

# When leaving the vehicle, always take the

Switching on the power supply or the vehicle

SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.

# Keep the key out of reach of children.

& WARNING Accident– and risk of injury

with unsupervised children in the vehicle

To switch on the power supply: press button

Requirements

1 once.

If you leave children unattended in the vehicle,

R The key is in the vehicle and is recognised.

You can, for example, switch on the wind-

they can in particular

R The brake pedal is not depressed.

screen wipers.

R Open doors and thereby endanger other

persons or road users.

The power supply will be switched off again if the

R get out of the car and are hit by trafoc.

following conditions are met:

R You open the driver's door.

R You press button 1 twice more.

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To switch on the vehicle: press button 1

enclosed space without sufocient venti-

In addition, the children could also set the

twice.

lation.

vehicle in motion, for exampleby:

Indicator and warning lamps will light up on

R releasing the parking brake.

the driver's display.

& WARNING Risk of fire due to flammable

R change the gearbox setting.

The vehicle will be switched off again if one of the

materials in the engine compartment or

R start the vehicle.

following conditions is met:

on the exhaust system

R You do not start the vehicle within 15 minutes

Never leave children unattended in the

Flammable materials may ignite.

and the transmission is in position j or the

vehicle.

# Therefore, regularly check that there are

electric parking brake is applied.

# When leaving the vehicle, always take the

no flammable foreign materials in the

R You press button 1 once.

SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.

engine compartment or on the exhaust

system.

# Keep the key out of reach of children.

Starting the vehicle

Requirements

& WARNING Accident– and risk of injury

▌Starting the vehicle with the start/stop button

R The key is in the vehicle and is recognised.

with unsupervised children in the vehicle

If you leave children unattended in the vehicle,

& DANGER Risk of fatal injuries due to

they can in particular

exhaust gases

R Open doors and thereby endanger other

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust

persons or road users.

gases such as carbon monoxide. Breathing in

these exhaust gases is hazardous to health

R get out of the car and are hit by trafoc.

and results in poisoning.

R Operate vehicle equipment and become

# Never leave the engine and, if present,

trapped, forexample.

the stationary heater, running in an

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Manual display message appears on the driv-

enclosed space without sufocient venti-

er's display: start the vehicle with the key in

lation.

the marked space (emergency operation

mode) ( / page 274).

& WARNING Risk of fire due to flammable

% You can switch off the vehicle while driving. To

materials in the engine compartment or

do this, press and hold button 1 for about

on the exhaust system

three seconds or press button 1 three times

Flammable materials may ignite.

within three seconds. Be sure to observe the

safety notes concerning this under "Driving

# Therefore, regularly check that there are

tips" ( / page 279).

no flammable foreign materials in the

engine compartment or on the exhaust

Observe any information regarding display mes-

system.

sages that may be shown on the driver's display.

▌Starting the vehicle with the key in the marked

& WARNING Accident– and risk of injury

space (emergency operation mode)

with unsupervised children in the vehicle

Shift the transmission to position j or i.

If you leave children unattended in the vehicle,

& DANGER Risk of fatal injuries due to

Depress the brake pedal and press button 1

they can in particular

exhaust gases

once.

R Open doors and thereby endanger other

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust

# If the vehicle does not start: switch off non-

persons or road users.

gases such as carbon monoxide. Breathing in

essential consumer equipment and press but-

R get out of the car and are hit by trafoc.

these exhaust gases is hazardous to health

ton 1 once.

and results in poisoning.

R Operate vehicle equipment and become

# If the vehicle still does not start and the Place

trapped, forexample.

# Never leave the engine and, if present,

the key in the marked space See Owner's

the stationary heater, running in an

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ted in marked space 2 next to symbol 3

In addition, the children could also set the

during the entire journey.

vehicle in motion, for exampleby:

# Have key 1 checked at a qualified specialist

R releasing the parking brake.

workshop.

R change the gearbox setting.

If the vehicle does not start:

R start the vehicle.

# Place key 1 in marked space 2 and leave it

Never leave children unattended in the

there.

vehicle.

# Depress the brake pedal and start the vehicle

# When leaving the vehicle, always take the

using the start/stop button.

SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.

% You can switch on the power supply or the

# Keep the key out of reach of children.

vehicle with the start/stop button.

Observe any information regarding display mes-

If the vehicle does not start and the Place the

sages that may be shown on the driver's display.

key in the marked space See Owner's Manual

message appears on the driver's display, you can

Make sure that marked space 2 is empty.

start the vehicle in emergency mode.

Starting the vehicle via Remote Online Services

Remove key 1 from the key ring.

▌Cooling or heating the vehicle interior before

# Place key 1 in marked space 2 next to

starting a journey

symbol 3.

The vehicle will start after a short time.

Ensure the following before starting the engine:

If you remove key 1 from marked space 2,

R The legal stipulations in the area where your

the vehicle can still be driven. For further

vehicle is parked allow engine starting via

engine starts, however, key 1 must be loca-

smartphone.

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R It is safe to start and run the engine where

▌Starting the vehicle (Remote Online)

& WARNING Risk of crushing or entrapment

your vehicle is parked.

due to unintentional starting of the engine

& DANGER Risk of fatal injuries due to

R The fuel tank is sufociently full.

Limbs could be crushed or trapped if the

exhaust gases

R The starter battery is sufociently charged.

engine is started unintentionally during service

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust

or maintenance work.

▌Charging the starter battery before starting a

gases such as carbon monoxide. Breathing in

# Always secure the engine against unin-

journey

these exhaust gases is hazardous to health

tentional starting before carrying out

You can receive a message on your smartphone

and results in poisoning.

maintenance or repair work.

when the state of charge of the starter battery is

# Never leave the engine and, if present,

low. You can then start the vehicle with the smart-

the stationary heater, running in an

phone to charge the battery. The vehicle is auto-

& WARNING Accident– and risk of injury

enclosed space without sufocient venti-

matically switched off after ten minutes.

with unsupervised children in the vehicle

lation.

Ensure the following before starting the engine:

If you leave children unattended in the vehicle,

they can in particular

R The legal stipulations in the area where your

& WARNING Risk of fire due to flammable

vehicle is parked allow engine starting via

materials in the engine compartment or

R Open doors and thereby endanger other

smartphone.

on the exhaust system

persons or road users.

R It is safe to start and run the engine where

Flammable materials may ignite.

R get out of the car and are hit by trafoc.

your vehicle is parked.

# Therefore, regularly check that there are

R Operate vehicle equipment and become

R The fuel tank is sufociently full.

no flammable foreign materials in the

trapped, forexample.

engine compartment or on the exhaust

system.

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Start the vehicle using your smartphone.

Running-in notes

In addition, the children could also set the

After every engine start, the engine will run for

vehicle in motion, for exampleby:

To preserve the engine during the first 1500 km:

ten minutes.

R releasing the parking brake.

R Drive at varying road speeds and engine

You can carry out a maximum of two consecutive

speeds.

R change the gearbox setting.

starting attempts. You must start the engine with

R Do not drive faster than 140 km/h.

R start the vehicle.

the key before trying to start the vehicle with your

smartphone again.

R Drive the vehicle in drive program A

Never leave children unattended in the

or ;.

vehicle.

You can switch off the vehicle at any time as fol-

lows:

Plug-in hybrid: use drive program Î, n

# When leaving the vehicle, always take the

or o.

SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.

R Via the Mercedes me App

R Then shift to the next higher gear at the very

# Keep the key out of reach of children.

R By pressing the Ü or ß button on the

latest when the needle reaches the last third

key

before the red area in the rev counter.

Requirements

% Further information can be found in the

R Park position j is selected.

R Do not shift down manually in order to brake.

Mercedes me App.

R The anti-theft alarm system is not activated.

R Avoid overstraining the vehicle, e.g. by driving

Securing the engine against starting before carry-

at full throttle.

R The hazard warning light system is switched

ing out maintenance or repair work:

off.

R Do not depress the accelerator pedal past the

# Switch on the hazard warning light system or

pressure point (kickdown).

R The bonnet is closed.

unlock the doors.

R Only increase the engine speed gradually and

R The doors are closed and locked.

# Open a side window or the sliding sunroof.

accelerate the vehicle to full speed after

R The windows and sliding sunroof are closed.

1500 km.

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This also applies when the engine or parts of the

tolerances (basis: UN-ECE No. 85 or country-

lose control of the vehicle. There is an increased

drivetrain have been replaced.

specific guidelines).

risk of skidding and/or accident.

Please also observe the following running-in

Influencing variables include:

Be sure to observe the safety notes and informa-

tion on ESP ® ( / page 359).

notes:

R Location above sea level

R In certain handling and driving safety systems,

R Fuel quality

the sensors adjust automatically while a cer-

Pulling away with optimised acceleration

R Outside temperature

tain distance is being driven after the vehicle

R Operating temperature of the engine

has been delivered or after repairs. Full sys-

& WARNING Risk of skidding and accidents

tem effectiveness is only reached when this

The p engine operating temperature warning

due to wheelspin

teaching-in process has concluded.

lamp will remain lit until the engine has reached

If you pull away with optimised acceleration,

its operating temperature.

R Brake pads, brake discs and tyres that are

individual wheels could spin and you could

either new or have been replaced only achieve

Engine output and engine torque will be reduced.

lose control of the vehicle.

optimum braking effect and grip after driving

Factor this into your driving style.

There is a higher risk of skidding and acci-

several hundred kilometres. Compensate for

When the p engine operating temperature

dents when ESP ® is deactivated in particular.

the reduced braking effect by applying greater

warning lamp goes out, full engine output and

force to the brake pedal.

# Make sure that there are no persons or

engine torque will be available.

obstacles in the vicinity of the vehicle.

Engine output and engine torque (Mercedes-AMG

Notes on optimised acceleration

Requirements

vehicles)

R the vehicle is run in ( / page 277).

If all necessary requirements and activation con-

% The actual (maximum) values that can be ach-

R the vehicle and tyres are in good condition.

ditions are fulfilled, the best possible acceleration

ieved for engine output and engine torque

can be achieved from a standstill.

R the road surface is high-grip.

may deviate from the certified values within

Do not use optimised acceleration on public

R the engine and transmission are at normal

the country-specific guidelines for permissible

roads. Individual wheels could spin and you could

operating temperature.

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After no more than five seconds, quickly take

This will jeopardise the operating and road

* NOTE Increased wear due to optimised

your left foot off the brake, but keep the accel-

safety of the vehicle.

acceleration

erator pedal depressed.

# Stow all objects in the vehicle securely

When pulling away with optimised accelera-

The vehicle will pull away at maximum acceler-

so that they cannot get into the driver's

tion, all components of the drivetrain are sub-

ation.

footwell.

jected to a very high load.

# Switch on ESP ® once the acceleration proce-

# Make sure that there is always sufocient

This can lead to increased component wear.

dure is complete.

clearance for the pedals.

# Do not always pull away with optimised

Ending optimised acceleration

# Always fit the floor mats securely and as

acceleration.

prescribed.

Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.

Engage the h drive position ( / page 310).

# Do not use loose floor mats and do not

# Reactivate ESP ® .

place floor mats on top of one another.

Move the steering wheel to the straight-ahead

% After you pull away with optimised accelera-

position.

tion, components of the drivetrain may

& WARNING Risk of accident due to incor-

# Select drive program C

become very hot, which means that optimised

rect footwear

acceleration values may be reached again

( / page 302).

only after a few minutes.

Incorrect footwear includes, for example:

# Deactivating ESP ® ( / page 362).

R shoes with platform soles

# Depress and hold the brake pedal firmly with

Notes on driving

your left foot.

R shoes with high heels

# Fully depress the accelerator pedal with your

R slippers

& WARNING Risk of accident due to objects

right foot.

in the driver's footwell

There is a risk of an accident.

Objects in the driver's footwell may impede

# Always wear suitable footwear so that

pedal travel or block a depressed pedal.

you can operate the pedals safely.

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Open a window on the side of the vehicle

& WARNING Risk of accident if the vehicle is

& WARNING Risk of skidding and of an acci-

facing away from the wind to ensure an

switched off while driving

dent due to shifting down on slippery road

adequate supply of fresh air.

surfaces

If you switch off the vehicle while driving,

safety functions are restricted or no longer

If you shift down on slippery road surfaces to

& WARNING Risk of accident due to the

available.

increase the engine braking effect, the drive

brake system overheating

wheels may lose traction.

This may affect the power steering system and

the brake force boosting, for example.

# Do not shift down on slippery road surfa-

If you leave your foot on the brake pedal when

ces to increase the engine braking

driving, the brake system may overheat.

You will need to use considerably more force

effect.

to steer and brake, for example.

This increases the braking distance and the

brake system can even fail.

# Do not switch off the vehicle while driv-

& DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to poison-

ing.

# Never use the brake pedal as a footrest.

ous exhaust gases

# Do not depress the brake pedal and the

If the tailpipe is blocked or sufocient ventila-

accelerator pedal at the same time while

& DANGER Risk of fatal injuries due to

tion is not possible, poisonous exhaust gases

driving.

exhaust gases

such as carbon monoxide may enter the vehi-

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust

cle. This is the case, for example, if the vehicle

* NOTE Engine damage due to excessively

gases such as carbon monoxide. Breathing in

gets stuck in the snow.

high engine speeds

these exhaust gases is hazardous to health

# Keep the tailpipe and the area around

and results in poisoning.

The engine will be damaged if you drive with

the vehicle free from snow when the

# Never leave the engine and, if present,

the engine in the overrevving range.

engine or the stationary heater is run-

the stationary heater, running in an

ning.

# Do not drive with the engine in the over-

enclosed space without sufocient venti-

revving range.

lation.

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Only depress the accelerator pedal

If the vehicle exceeds the permissible

* NOTE Causing wear to the brake linings by

slightly.

clearance height, do not drive in.

permanently depressing the brake pedal

# Have the cause rectified immediately at

# Take the modified vehicle height in the

Do not permanently depress the brake

a qualified specialist workshop.

case of roof superstructures or other

pedal while driving.

carrier systems into account.

# To use braking effect of the engine, shift

* NOTE Reduced battery life due to frequent

to a lower gear in good time.

% Please bear in mind that all the speed values

short-distance trips

stated in this Owner's Manual are approxi-

The 12 V battery may not be sufociently

* NOTE Damage to the drivetrain and

mate and are subject to a certain tolerance.

charged when the vehicle is used only for

engine when pulling away

Observe the notes on driving with a roof load,

short-distance trips. This reduces the life of

Do not warm up the engine while the

trailer or fully laden vehicle.

the battery.

vehicle is stationary. Pull away immedi-

Driving with a loaded roof luggage rack or trailer,

# Drive longer distances regularly to

ately.

or with the vehicle fully loaded or occupied,

charge the battery.

# Avoid high engine speeds and driving at

changes the handling and steering characteristics

full throttle until the engine has reached

of your vehicle.

* NOTE Vehicle damage due to failure to

its operating temperature.

Therefore please observe the following notes:

observe the maximum permissible clear-

R Do not exceed the permissible roof load and

ance height

* NOTE Damage to the catalytic converter

trailer load. Also observe the information in

If the vehicle height exceeds the maximum

due to non-combusted fuel

the technical data in this respect.

permissible clearance height, the roof and

The engine is not running smoothly and is mis-

R Distribute the roof load and vehicle load

other vehicle parts may be damaged.

firing.

evenly, and place heavy objects at the bottom.

# Please observe the indicated maximum

Also comply with the notes on loading the

Non-combusted fuel may get into the catalytic

clearance height.

vehicle.( / page 202)

converter.

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R Drive carefully, avoiding abrupt starting, brak-

Observe the following notes during heavy precipi-

R Vehicles travelling ahead, or oncoming vehi-

ing and steering as well as fast cornering.

cles, can create waves which may exceed the

tation or in conditions in which aquaplaning may

maximum permissible depth of water.

occur:

Notes on driving on roads treated with de-icing

R Reduce speed.

The braking effect of the brakes is reduced after

salt

fording. Brake carefully, paying attention to the

The braking effect is limited on road surfaces

R Avoid tyre ruts.

trafoc conditions, until braking power has been

treated with de-icing salt.

R Avoid sudden steering movements.

fully restored.

Please therefore bear in mind the following notes:

R Brake carefully.

R Due to salt build-up on the brake discs and

% Also observe the notes on regularly checking

Notes on off-road driving

brake linings, the braking distance can

wheels and tyres ( / page 34).

increase considerably or braking may be one-

& WARNING Risk of accident if you do not

sided.

Notes on driving through water on the road

keep to line of fall on inclines

R Maintain a much greater safety distance to the

Water ingress can damage the engine, electrics

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

vehicle travelling ahead.

and transmission.

the vehicle could slip sideways, tip and roll-

Water can also enter the air intake of the engine

Remove salt build-up as follows:

over.

and cause engine damage.

R Brake occasionally, paying attention to the

# Always drive on inclines in the line of fall

Observe the following if you need to drive through

trafoc conditions

(straight up or down) and do not turn.

water:

R Carefully depress the brake pedal at the end

R Observe the maximum permissible fording

of the journey and when starting the next jour-

depth ( / page 850, 847).

ney

R Drive at a walking pace at most, otherwise

Notes on aquaplaning

water may enter the vehicle interior or engine

Aquaplaning can take place if a certain depth of

compartment.

water has built up on the road surface.

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your driving style to the modified braking charac-

& WARNING Risk of fire due to flammable

ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental

teristics.

material coming into contact with hot

damage due to non-observance of prohibi-

parts of the exhaust system

tion signs

* NOTE Damage caused by driving over

If combustible materials, e.g. leaves, grass or

Environmental protection has priority. Treat

obstacles

twigs, come into contact with hot parts of the

nature with respect.

The vehicle can be damaged by:

exhaust system, they may ignite.

# Be sure to observe prohibition signs.

R driving onto high kerbs or unpaved roads.

# When driving off-road or on unpaved sur-

faces, check the underside of the vehicle

R quickly driving over obstacles such as

Checklist before driving off-road

at regular intervals.

kerbs, speed bumps or potholes.

Check the following points before driving off-road:

# In particular, remove any trapped parts

R heavy objects hitting the underbody or

R Fuel level

of plants or other flammable material.

chassis components.

R Vehicles with a diesel engine: AdBlue ® level

# If damage should occur, immediately

Do not drive over obstacles that could

R Engine oil level: fill engine oil to the maximum

inform a qualified specialist workshop.

damage the vehicle.

level to ensure full gradeability ( / page 32).

# Check the vehicle regularly for damage

When driving off-road, it is possible that sand,

R Wheel-change tool kit and spare wheel

during off-road driving.

mud and water, or water mixed with oil, may get

R Tyres and wheels

into the brakes. This may lead to a reduction in

# Adjust the vehicle speed to suit the road

braking effect or total brake failure, also as a

surface conditions.

% Further information about special all-terrain

result of increased wear. The braking characteris-

tyres for retrofitting can be obtained from a

# If there is damage, consult a qualified

tics will vary depending on the material that has

qualified specialist workshop.

specialist workshop immediately.

entered the system. Clean the brakes after driving

The off-road menu in the multimedia system can

off-road. If you then notice reduced braking effect

assist you when driving off-road. Before driving

or hear scraping noises, have the brake system

checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Adapt

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off-road, familiarise yourself with its displays and

R Do not drive on unknown terrain that is not

the sand is firm enough.

equipment-dependent settings ( / page 523).

easily visible and stay on marked routes.

the ground clearance is sufocient.

R Always keep the doors and windows closed

Off-road driving

Fording

while the vehicle is in motion.

Read this section before driving your vehicle off-

Also observe the following information when ford-

R Deactivate the variable limiter and Active Dis-

road. Practise by driving over less challenging off-

ing:

tance Assist DISTRONIC or cruise control.

road terrain first.

R Vehicles with AIRMATIC : set the highest pos-

R Adapt your driving style to the terrain.

R Observe the notes on off-road ABS

sible vehicle level ( / page 408).

( / page 358).

R Do not use the HOLD function on steep down-

Vehicles with E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL : set

hill or uphill gradients with slippery or loose

R Select drive program F

the highest possible vehicle level

surfaces.

( / page 302) before driving off-road.

( / page 417).

R Select a vehicle level appropriate for the ter-

Driving on sand

R Drive no faster than 10 km/h.

rain ( / page 408). To avoid damage to the

When driving on sand, also observe the following

R Observe the maximum permissible fording

vehicle, always ensure adequate ground clear-

instructions:

depth ( / page 850, 847).

ance.

R Select drive program F.

R Switch off automatic climate control

The high-voltage battery in particular can be

R Select a higher vehicle level.

( / page 257).

damaged by bottoming or impacts on the

underbody. Please also observe the notes on

R Shift to a lower gear.

R Vehicles with auxiliary heating/ventilation:

operating safety ( / page 92).

switch off the auxiliary heating/ventilation

R Drive briskly to overcome the rolling resist-

( / page 54).

ance. The vehicle may otherwise dig itself in.

R Always keep the engine running and in gear

R Ensure that a bow wave does not form as you

when driving on downhill gradients and slopes.

R Drive in the tracks of other vehicles if possi-

drive.

Observe the notes on driving in mountainous

ble. Make sure that the following prerequisites

terrain.

are met:

the tyre ruts are not too deep.

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R Do not stop in the water and do not switch off

the wheels or drivetrain can lead to imbalances

axle joints

the engine. Ensure the ECO start/stop func-

and therefore vibrations.

tion is switched off ( / page 287).

R If the F drive program is selected: select

Information on the AMG ceramic high-perform-

another drive program.

Driving in mountainous terrain

ance composite brake system

R Deactivate DSR.

Also observe the following information when driv-

The brake system is designed for heavy loads.

R Lower the vehicle to a level suitable for the

ing in mountainous terrain:

This may lead to noise when braking. This effect

road conditions, e.g. normal level.

can also occur after washing the vehicle.

R Observe the figures for the angle of

R Apply the brakes to dry them after fording.

approach/departure and of the maximum gra-

The noise depends on the following factors:

dient climbing ability ( / page 850, 847).

R Check that the service brake is working nor-

R speed

mally after a long downhill stretch.

R Avoid high engine speeds.

R brake force

R Clean the following components every time

R Use the braking power of the engine when

R environmental conditions, e.g. temperature

after driving off-road:

driving downhill.

and air humidity

licence plate number

R Shift to a lower gear on uphill gradients and on

% Have the brake system checked at a qualified

long, steep downhill gradients.

headlamps and tail lamps

specialist workshop after it has been subjec-

R If necessary, activate DSR before driving

tyres, wheels and wheel arches

ted to extreme loads.

downhill ( / page 381).

underbody

Checklist after driving off-road

R After driving through sand, mud, water or

ECO start/stop function

Driving off-road places greater demands on your

gravel, have the following components

▌ECO start/stop function

vehicle than driving on normal roads. Check the

checked and cleaned:

entire vehicle for damage and foreign bodies

brake discs and brake linings

% Plug-in hybrid: this function is not available.

every time after driving off-road. Foreign bodies in

tyres and wheels

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% Depending on the engine, the ECO start/stop

If you activate the HOLD function or engage

R The ç symbol (yellow) appears when the

function is not available in all drive programs.

the park position j, the engine can be

vehicle is at a standstill: not all vehicle condi-

Observe the status display on the driver's dis-

switched off in spite of an intelligent stop

tions for an engine stop have been met.

play concerning this.

inhibitor.

R Neither the è symbol nor the ç symbol

The engine will be switched off automatically in

The engine will restart automatically in the follow-

appears when the vehicle is at a standstill: an

intelligent stop inhibitor, e.g. a stop sign, has

the following situations if all vehicle conditions for

ing cases:

been detected.

an automatic engine stop are met:

R You engage transmission position h or k.

R The s symbol appears: the ECO start/stop

R You brake the vehicle to a standstill in trans-

R You depress the accelerator pedal.

function is deactivated or there is a malfunc-

mission position h or i.

R The vehicle requires an automatic engine

tion.

R You depress the brake pedal when travelling at

start.

a low speed.

If the engine was switched off by the ECO start/

R You release the brake pedal.

stop function and you leave the vehicle, a warning

If the system has detected one of the following

R You release the brake pedal on a downhill gra-

tone will sound and the engine will not be restar-

situations, the engine will not stop:

dient and the vehicle does not roll.

ted. In addition, the following display message will

R You stop at a stop sign and there is no vehicle

R The vehicle rolls on a downhill gradient and

appear on the driver's display:

in front of you.

does not automatically enter glide mode at

Vehicle is operational Switch off vehicle before

20 km/h.

R The vehicle that stopped in front of you pulls

exiting

away again.

If you do not switch off the vehicle, it will automat-

ECO start/stop function symbols on the driver's

R You manoeuvre, turn the steering wheel

ically be switched off after three minutes.

display:

sharply or engage reverse gear.

R The è symbol (green) appears when the

% If the system detects an intelligent stop inhibi-

vehicle is at a standstill: the engine was

tor, e.g. a stop sign, the engine will not stop.

switched off by the ECO start/stop function.

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▌Switching the ECO start/stop function on/off

played and the order in which they are dis-

played can be set in the multimedia system

(Mercedes-AMG vehicles)

( / page 296).

Observe the notes on the ECO start/stop function

in the vehicle Owner's Manual.

# Press corresponding button 2.

% Plug-in hybrid: the ECO start/stop function is

The symbol indicates the current status of the

not available.

ECO start/stop function:

% You can also switch the ECO start/stop func-

R s (red): switched off

tion on or off via the steering-wheel button or

R è (green): activated

via the multimedia system.

R ç (yellow): inactive

ECO display function

% Depending on the model and equipment, your

vehicle will have one of the following repre-

sentations of the ECO display.

The ECO display summarises your driving charac-

Press button 1.

teristics from the start of the journey to its com-

A display will appear on the driver's display

pletion and assists you in achieving the most eco-

when you switch the ECO start/stop function

nomical driving style.

on/off.

Press upper or lower display button 1

The ECO display assesses the following criteria for

repeatedly, until it displays the è symbol.

% s will be continuously shown on the driv-

an economical driving style:

er's display while the ECO start/stop function

% If the display button does not show the sym-

R Coasting at the right times

is deactivated.

bol, then it is hidden. How functions are dis-

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R consistent speed

R 2 Heavy braking

R moderate acceleration

R 3 Sporty acceleration

The ECO display will show you when you have

driven economically:

R The three segments will fill up completely at

the same time

R The edge around all three segments will light

The additional range achieved as a result of your

The ECO display shows an evaluation of your driv-

driving style in comparison with a driver with a

ing style on the driver's display depending on the

very sporty driving style will be shown in the

situation. This enables you to check the efociency

The lettering in the segment will light up brightly,

centre of the display 4. The range displayed

of your driving style and adjust it if necessary. The

ECO display menu shows a ball 2 that will roll

the outer edge will light up and the segment will

does not indicate a fixed reduction in consump-

tion.

forwards or backwards in the direction of travel

fill up when the following driving style is adopted:

on a stylised road according to the driving charac-

R 1 Steady speed

teristics.

R 2 Gentle deceleration and rolling

Above and below the road, lines mark the area for

R 3 Moderate acceleration

an efocient driving style 3. Ball 2 will light up in

green if it is rolling within these lines. Outside the

The lettering in the segment will be grey, the outer

lines, the ball will light up in orange.

edge will be dark and the segment will empty

The overall assessment of your driving style "from

when the following driving style is adopted:

start" is indicated using stars 1. It starts with

R 1 Fluctuations in speed

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five empty stars, which you can fill one after the

brake. This will be the case particularly if, for

not sufocient, also apply the service brake. If ECO

other if you drive efociently. When all five stars are

example, you pull away again in slow-moving traf-

Assist intervenes for a route event ahead (not for

filled, a glow will appear in the background.

fic and the distance to the vehicle in front is very

a vehicle in front) and you then press the acceler-

short.

ator pedal again, you will end control by ECO

% You can call up the ECO display function via

Assist.

the Classic menu ( / page 458).

The ECO Assist display will be hidden again in the

following cases:

ECO Assist function (vehicles with 48 V on-board

R You do not react to the ECO Assist recommen-

electrical system)

dation for a long time.

For plug-in hybrids, note the ECO Assist informa-

R You depress the accelerator pedal while ECO

tion ( / page 292).

Assist is intervening for a route event ahead

% ECO Assist is active only in drive pro-

(not for a vehicle in front).

grams ; and A.

R ECO Assist cannot identify any further recom-

ECO Assist analyses data for the vehicle's expec-

mendations from the route ahead.

1 "Foot off the accelerator" recommendation

ted route. This allows the system to optimally

Depending on equipment, ECO Assist will detect

adjust the driving style for the route ahead, save

2 Route event ahead

following route events 2 in addition to the vehi-

fuel and recuperate. If the system detects an

If a route event or vehicle that requires an adjust-

event ahead and the vehicle nears the event, ECO

cle in front ¥:

ment of your driving style for more efociency is

Assist will calculate the optimum speed for maxi-

~ Roundabout

detected ahead, corresponding symbol 2 and

mum fuel economy and recuperative energy

the ý symbol (grey) will be displayed.

£ T-junction

based on the distance, speed and downhill gradi-

ent.

If you release the accelerator pedal, the ý

¤ Downhill gradient

symbol will turn green and recuperation in over-

If the deceleration provided by ECO Assist is not

¦ Speed limit

run mode will be initiated. If the deceleration is

sufocient, you must also brake with the service

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% In drive program A, ECO Assist will react

R If the windscreen is dirty in the vicinity of the

The recuperative braking system converts the

only to the "vehicle in front" route event with-

multifunction camera.

vehicle's kinetic energy into electrical energy dur-

out displaying the ¥ route event or ý

ing overrun and braking.

R If the multifunction camera is misted up, dam-

recommendation.

aged or obscured.

Depending on the selected recuperation level, the

electric motor is operated as an alternator when

R If road signs are hard to detect, e.g. due to

System limits

in overrun mode and during braking in order to

dirt, snow or insufocient lighting, or because

If the calculated route is adhered to when route

charge the high-voltage battery while driving. As

they are obscured.

guidance is active, ECO Assist will operate with

soon as you take your foot off the accelerator

greater accuracy. The basic function is also availa-

R If the information in the navigation system's

while driving in transmission position h, recuper-

ble without active route guidance. Not all informa-

digital map is incorrect or out of date.

ation starts in overrun mode.

tion and trafoc situations can be foreseen. The

R If signs are ambiguous, e.g. road signs in road-

The higher the recuperation, the more sharply the

quality depends on the map data.

works or in adjacent lanes.

vehicle is braked when coasting and the more

ECO Assist is only an aid. The driver is responsible

R If the radar sensors are dirty or obscured.

electrical energy is fed into the high-voltage bat-

for keeping a safe distance from the vehicle in

tery.

R When you drive on roads with steep gradients.

front, for vehicle speed and for braking in good

The deceleration in overrun mode may not be suf-

time.

R If there are narrow vehicles in front, such as

ficient depending on the driving situation. There is

bicycles or motorcycles.

The system may be impaired or may not function

no deceleration to a standstill. Also brake with the

in the following situations:

service brake if necessary. Always adapt your

Recuperative brake system (plug-in hybrid)

R If visibility is poor, e.g. due to insufocient illu-

speed to the driving situation and keep sufocient

mination of the road, highly variable shade

distance.

▌Function of the recuperative brake system

conditions, rain, snow, fog or heavy spray.

% The function is only available for plug-in

R If there is glare, e.g. from oncoming trafoc,

hybrids.

direct sunlight or reflections.

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% If you brake heavily, the mechanical brake is

You can use the steering wheel gearshift pad-

Default setting:

also used. This means that the maximum

dles to adjust the intensity of recuperation in

R hÃ: If the ECO Assist function in the mul-

recuperation energy cannot be recovered. The

drive programs n, o and Î.

timedia system is switched on ( / page 294).

more proactively you accelerate and brake,

R h: If the ECO Assist function in the multime-

the more efociently energy can be recuper-

dia system is switched off.

ated.

% hÃ is only available if the ECO Assistant

System limits

function in the multimedia system is switched

With recuperation in overrun mode, the braking

on and if the function of the radar sensors is

effect of the electric motor is only reduced or

not impaired. Please also note the information

non-existent in the following situations:

on the vehicle sensors and cameras

( / page 356).

R when the high-voltage battery charge level

increases

# Increase recuperation: Pull the gearshift pad-

dle 1 briefly.

R if the high-voltage battery is not yet at a nor-

The following recuperation levels are available:

mal operating temperature

# Reduce recuperation: Pull the gearshift paddle

R hÃ Intelligent, anticipatory recuperation

2 briefly.

▌Manually setting recuperative deceleration

with ECO Assist ( / page 292)

# Default setting: Pull long on the gearshift pad-

R hq No recuperation: the vehicle rolls freely

dle 1 or 2 engage the transmission posi-

* NOTE Mercedes-AMG vehicles

R h Normal recuperation

tion h again.

Observe the notes in the Supplement.

R h± Increased recuperation: Strong vehicle

% When the vehicle is started again, the stand-

You could otherwise fail to recognise

deceleration in overrun mode, driving

ard setting is also set.

dangers.

on a downhill gradient

The driver display shows the currently set recu-

% The function is only available for a plug-in

peration level next to the transmission position

hybrid.

display.

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▌Setting recuperative deceleration manually

Default setting: Pull longer on gearshift paddle

adjust your driving style for the route ahead, save

1 or 2, or engage transmission position h

fuel and recuperate. If the system detects an

(Mercedes-AMG vehicles)

again.

event ahead and the vehicle nears the event, ECO

Requirements

Assist will calculate the optimum speed for maxi-

The driver display shows the currently set recu-

R Drive program Î or o is selected.

mum fuel economy and recuperative energy

peration level next to the transmission position

based on the distance, speed and downhill gradi-

R ESP ® is activated – ESP ® ON.

display.

ent.

R Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is not acti-

% Information on the recuperation levels

If the deceleration provided by ECO Assist is not

vated.

( / page 291).

sufocient, you must also brake with the service

In drive programs Î, A and o, the

brake. This will be the case particularly if, for

intensity of the recuperation is adjusted as nee-

example, you pull away again in slow-moving traf-

ded for downhill gradients: the steeper the incline,

fic and the distance to the vehicle in front is very

the higher the recuperation. Depending on the sit-

short.

uation, it may nevertheless be necessary to addi-

The function will be active in the following circum-

tionally depress the brake pedal.

stances:

R The function is activated in the multimedia

ECO Assist (plug-in hybrid)

system ( / page 294).

▌ECO Assist function

R The hÃ recuperation level is selected

( / page 291, 292).

Increase recuperation: Pull gearshift paddle

% The following function depends on the equip-

1 briefly.

R p manual gearshifting is not activated.

ment and the country and is available only for

# Reduce recuperation: Pull gearshift paddle 2

plug-in hybrids.

R Drive program C or F is not selected.

briefly.

ECO Assist analyses data for the vehicle's expec-

ted route. This allows the system to help optimally

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The ECO Assist display will be hidden again in the

System limits

following cases:

If the calculated route is adhered to when route

guidance is active, ECO Assist will operate with

R You do not react to the ECO Assist recommen-

greater accuracy. The basic function is also availa-

dation for a long time.

ble without active route guidance. Not all informa-

R You press the accelerator pedal while ECO

tion and trafoc situations can be foreseen. The

Assist is intervening because of a route event

quality depends on the map data.

ahead. This does not apply in the case of a

ECO Assist is only an aid. The driver is responsible

vehicle in front.

for keeping a safe distance from the vehicle in

R ECO Assist cannot identify any further recom-

front, for vehicle speed and for braking in good

mendations from the route ahead.

time.

1 "Foot off the accelerator" recommendation

2 Route event ahead

In addition to a vehicle in front ¥, ECO Assist

The system may be impaired or may not function

can detect the following route events 2 depend-

in the following situations:

If a route event that you can deal with more efo-

ing on the vehicle's equipment:

R If there is poor visibility, e.g. due to insufocient

ciently by adjusting your driving style is detected

illumination of the road, highly variable shade

ahead, corresponding symbol 2 and the ý

~ Roundabout

conditions, rain, snow, fog or heavy spray.

symbol will be displayed in grey.

¢ Sharp bend

R If there is glare, e.g. from oncoming trafoc,

If you release the accelerator pedal, the ý

& Junction

direct sunlight or reflections.

symbol will turn green and recuperation in over-

£ T-junction

run mode will be initiated. If the deceleration is

R If the windscreen is dirty in the vicinity of the

¤ Downhill gradient

not sufocient, also apply the service brake.

multifunction camera.

¦ Speed limit

If ECO Assist intervenes for a route event ahead

R If the multifunction camera is misted up, dam-

and you press the accelerator pedal, you will end

aged or obscured.

control by ECO Assist. This does not apply in the

case of a vehicle in front.

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R If road signs are hard to detect, e.g. due to

Function of the route-based operating-mode strat-

R The state of charge of the high-voltage battery

dirt, snow or insufocient lighting, or because

will be controlled accordingly.

egy (plug-in hybrid)

they are obscured.

R Electrical energy will be reserved especially

% The following function is country-dependent

R If the digital road map of the navigation sys-

for electric mode, e.g. urban route sections or

and available only in conjunction with an inte-

tem has incorrect or outdated information.

areas with low emission zones.

grated navigation system.

R If signs are ambiguous, e.g. road signs in road-

R The vehicle will automatically select the oper-

The route-based operating-mode strategy will be

works or in adjacent lanes.

ating mode.

active in the following circumstances:

R If the radar sensors are dirty or obscured.

R Drive program n is selected .

Function of the haptic accelerator pedal (plug-in

R When you drive on roads with steep gradients.

R The Route-based option is selected for drive

hybrid)

R If there are narrow vehicles in front, such as

program n on the DYNAMIC SELECT

bicycles or motorcycles.

The haptic accelerator pedal has an additional

menu ( / page 303).

point of resistance followed by increased pedal

▌Activating and deactivating ECO Assist

R Route guidance is active.

resistance to help you drive in all-electric mode.

Multimedia system:

R The state of charge of the high-voltage battery

Characteristics of the additional point of resist-

4 © 5 Settings 5 Assistance

is sufocient.

ance:

5 Driving

When the function is active, data on the further

R Available only in drive program Î

# Activate or deactivate the function.

course of the route will be analysed. This includes

R Is used when the electric motor power availa-

e.g. road type, speed limits and elevation data.

bility display (POWER) is full

The hybrid system will then adapt the operating

R Indicates the maximum available electric per-

strategy to the further course of the route:

formance

R Use of electrical energy and the combustion

engine will be adapted.

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The subsequent increased pedal resistance

Plug-in hybrid: the display button 1 shows the

Function of the AMG steering wheel buttons

indicates that the journey is being continued

N symbol for the sound characteristic.

with the combustion engine.

% If the display button does not show the sym-

bol, then it is hidden. How functions are dis-

played and the order in which they are dis-

AMG Real Performance Sound

played can be set in the multimedia system

▌Selecting a sound characteristic with the steer-

( / page 296).

ing-wheel button

# Press the corresponding button 2.

% You can select a comfortable (Balanced) or a

The colour of the button symbol indicates the

sporty (Powerful) sound characteristic using

currently selected sound characteristic:

the steering-wheel button or the multimedia

R Blue: Balanced – comfortable

system ( / page 305).

The AMG steering wheel buttons are an additional

R Red: Powerful – sporty

control element with two buttons on the steering

% Plug-in hybrid: In the comfortable sound char-

wheel.

acteristic (Balanced), the vehicle's stationary

You can assign two vehicle functions of your

noise is switched off.

choice to the control element. You can change

between the available functions for the corre-

sponding button 1 by pressing the upper or

lower part of the display buttons 2 repeatedly.

The display buttons 1 show each function selec-

ted.

Press upper or lower display button 1

repeatedly, until it displays the ö symbol.

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The following functions are available depending on

If you have assigned a specific function to one of

Press q and select the desired function from

the display buttons 1, you can operate this func-

the list.

the equipment:

tion with the corresponding button 2.

The selected function is assigned to the corre-

å ESP ® ( / page 360)

sponding display button and can now be

The assignment of the display buttons 1 remains

ä AMG RIDE CONTROL + ( / page 420)

called up directly by simply pressing it.

stored even after a new engine start. But the

AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL

operating status of the respective function is

Deleting button assignment

( / page 422)

reset to the basic setting.

# Select the upper or lower display button and

d Manual gearshifting ( / page 312)

switch to editing mode by pressing and hold-

ç ECO start/stop function ( / page 287)

Setting the AMG steering wheel buttons

ing it.

ö AMG Real Performance Sound

# Press £ to delete the selected display but-

Multimedia system:

( / page 295)

ton assignment.

4 © 5 Settings 5 System

e Camera views ( / page 426)

5 Control elements

g AMG DYNAMICS ( / page 299)

5 AMG steering-wheel buttons

DYNAMIC SELECT

% The SETTINGS SELECT menu can also be

In addition all the functions you have saved as

Function of DYNAMIC SELECT

called up using the DYNAMIC SELECT button

favourites in the multimedia system are available

DYNAMIC SELECT allows a drive program to be

for selection. Information on favourites

or by a long press on the respective display

selected quickly according to the current driving

button.

% Individual functions may be faded out. How

conditions or the desired vehicle characteristics.

functions are displayed and the order in which

The left display buttons on the steering wheel can

You can select the following drive programs.

they are displayed can be set in the multime-

be set in the SETTINGS SELECT menu.

% Depending on the engine and equipment, the

dia system ( / page 296).

# In the media display, select the upper or lower

vehicle will have different drive programs.

display button and switch to the editing mode

The drive program selected appears on the driv-

by means of a long press.

er's display.

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= Individual

n Hybrid (plug-in hybrid)

R Vehicles with AIRMATIC or E-ACTIVE BODY

CONTROL:

R Custom settings ( / page 303)

R Comfortable and economical driving

The vehicle is set to normal level

R Custom settings (plug-in hybrid)

R Balance between traction and stability

From 140 km/h: lowers the vehicle to low

R Recommended for all road conditions

C Sport

level -1

R Full development of all intelligent hybrid func-

R Maximum output is available

Below 40 km/h: raises the vehicle to nor-

tions

mal level

R Sporty driving

R Adjustable recuperation in overrun mode

R Sporty, but with an emphasis on stability

N Curve

R The selection of the appropriate drive type by

R Enables a sporty driver to adopt a more active

the hybrid system depends on the driving con-

R Available only for vehicles with E‑ACTIVE

driving style

ditions and the route

BODY CONTROL

R Driving with the combustion engine and rein-

R Vehicles with AIRMATIC:

R Comfortable driving with curve tilting function

forced boost effect (plug-in hybrid)

The vehicle is set to normal level

R Balance between traction and stability

R Only suitable for good road conditions, a dry

From 140 km/h: lowers the vehicle to low

R Recommended for all road conditions

road surface and a clear stretch of road

level -1

R The vehicle is set to normal level

R Vehicles with AIRMATIC or E-ACTIVE BODY

Below 40 km/h: raises the vehicle to nor-

R Lowers the vehicle to low level -1 from a

CONTROL: lowers the vehicle to low level -1

mal level

speed of approx. 140 km/h

R Plug-in hybrids with AIRMATIC:

A Comfort

R Raises the vehicle to normal level below a

The vehicle is set to normal level

speed of approx. 40 km/h

R Comfortable and economical driving

From 140 km/h: lowers the vehicle to low

level -1

R Balance between traction and stability

Below 40 km/h: raises the vehicle to nor-

R Recommended for all road conditions

mal level

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Î Electric (plug-in hybrid)

o Battery Hold (plug-in hybrid)

From 140 km/h: lowers the vehicle to low

level -1

R Electric mode – driving without the combus-

R Prioritises maintaining the state of charge of

Below 40 km/h: raises the vehicle to nor-

tion engine is possible up to approx.

the high-voltage battery, e.g. for subsequent

mal level

140 km/h

journeys in the inner city/low emission zones

R Adjustable recuperation in overrun mode

R The selection of the appropriate drive type by

F Offroad

the hybrid system depends on the driving con-

R Adaptation of Active Distance Assist

R For driving off-road, e.g. on dirt tracks, loose

ditions and the route

DISTRONIC for electric mode

surfaces, gravel or sand, as well as on difocult,

R Adjustable recuperation in overrun mode

R Depending on the equipment, the maximum

uneven terrain, where there are no firm road

set speed for cruise control, the limiter and

R Vehicles with AIRMATIC:

surfaces and over rocky terrain

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC can be limi-

The vehicle is set to normal level

R Intervenes later if there is oversteer or under-

ted to the maximum speed possible in electric

steer, thus improving traction

From 140 km/h: lowers the vehicle to low

mode

level -1

R Not suitable for use on public roads

R Activation of the combustion engine via the

Below 40 km/h: raises the vehicle to nor-

R Can be selected up to 100 km/h

pressure point of the accelerator pedal (kick-

mal level

R From 110 km/h: switches to A

down)

; Eco

R Vehicles with AIRMATIC or E-ACTIVE BODY

R Vehicles with AIRMATIC:

CONTROL:

The vehicle is set to normal level

R Particularly economical driving

Below 60 km/h: raises the vehicle to off-

From 140 km/h: lowers the vehicle to low

R Balance between traction and stability

road level +1

level -1

R Recommended for all road conditions

From a speed of approx. 80 km/h: lowers

Below 40 km/h: raises the vehicle to nor-

R Vehicles with AIRMATIC or E-ACTIVE BODY

the vehicle to normal level and

mal level

CONTROL:

below a speed of approx. 45 km/h: raises

The vehicle is set to normal level

the vehicle again to off-road level +1

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When the system switches to A: lowers

% Depending on the situation and the engine,

R Steering

the vehicle to normal level

cylinders can be briefly deactivated in drive

programs ; and A.

R Vehicles with Offroad package:

Function of DYNAMIC SELECT (Mercedes-AMG

% The ESP ® settings in drive programs ;

Below 90 km/h: raises the vehicle to off-

vehicles)

and A are designed for stability. Therefore,

road level +1

DYNAMIC SELECT allows an on-road or off-road

choose one of these drive programs espe-

When the system switches to A: lowers

drive program to be selected quickly according to

cially when transporting roof loads, in trailer

the vehicle to normal level and

the current driving conditions or the desired vehi-

operation and when the vehicle is fully laden

cle characteristics.

below a speed of approx. 75 km/h, it is

or fully occupied.

possible to select F again

Plug-in hybrid: this also applies to drive pro-

% Depending on the engine and equipment, the

grams n, Î and o.

vehicle will have different drive programs. The

Below a speed of approx. 60 km/h, you can

display and selection options of the drive pro-

Depending on the drive program, the following

also manually raise the vehicle to an off-road

grams depend on the on-road ë or off-

systems will change their characteristics:

level depending on the vehicle equipment

road G setting in the DYNAMIC SELECT

( / page 408).

R Drive

menu of the multimedia system

R Plug-in hybrid:

( / page 305).

Engine and transmission management

From 110 km/h: switches to n and

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

You can select the following on-road drive pro-

lowers the vehicle to normal level

grams ë:

Availability of Glide mode

Driving in hybrid or electric mode, depend-

R o Slippery

R ESP ®

ing on the high-voltage battery having a

Optimised pulling-away and driving charac-

R Vehicles with AIRMATIC or E-ACTIVE BODY

sufocient state of charge and the setting in

teristics in wintry and slippery road condi-

CONTROL: suspension

the multimedia system ( / page 303)

tions

Suspension and damping

Vehicle level (speed-dependent)

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The hybrid system will select the appropri-

R A Comfort

Suitable only for good road conditions, a

ate drive type depending on the driving

dry surface and a clear stretch of road

Comfortable and economical driving

conditions (plug-in hybrid)

Drive with the combustion engine and rein-

Balance between traction and stability

R o Battery Hold (plug-in hybrid)

forced boost effect (plug-in hybrid)

The hybrid system will select the appropri-

R I Race

Prioritises maintaining the state of charge

ate drive type depending on the driving

of the high-voltage battery, e.g. for subse-

conditions (plug-in hybrid)

Maximum sportiness

quent journeys in inner cities/low-emis-

R = Individual

Particularly firm suspension tuning from

sion zones

AMG RIDE CONTROL

Customised settings for drive, suspension,

The hybrid system will select the appropri-

Sporty sound from the exhaust system

steering and ESP ®

ate drive type depending on the driving

R C Sport

% The I drive program is available only for

conditions

the Mercedes‑AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+

Sporty driving

R Î Electric (plug-in hybrid)

model.

Balance between stability and sportiness

Electric mode: driving without the combus-

The I drive program offers driving characteris-

Suitable only for good road conditions, a

tion engine is possible up to approximately

tics suited to the racetrack and must not be used

dry surface and a clear stretch of road

140 km/h.

on normal roads. The I drive program may be

Drive with the combustion engine and rein-

activated and used only on dedicated race cir-

Limits the maximum set speed for cruise

forced boost effect (plug-in hybrid)

cuits, not on public roads.

control, the limiter and Active Distance

R B Sport+

Mercedes-AMG recommends selecting drive pro-

Assist DISTRONIC to the maximum speed

Particularly sporty driving

gram A when in city trafoc or stop-and-go traf-

possible in electric mode

fic.

Emphasises the vehicle's own oversteer

Activates the combustion engine via the

and understeer characteristics

first point of resistance of the haptic accel-

erator pedal

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If off-road G is selected in the DYNAMIC

Energy supply for the electric drive output

R Sound of the drive system in the vehicle inte-

(plug-in hybrid)

rior

SELECT menu, you can choose between the fol-

lowing off-road drive programs:

R AMG DYNAMICS

R Suspension

R ë Sand

The four agility functions, Basic, Advanced,

R Steering

Pro and Master, as well as the two agility

R Availability of Glide mode

Improved traction thanks to late interven-

functions for the off-road drive programs,

tion in the event of understeer or oversteer

R 4MATIC+

Slide and Traction, will be selected auto-

Optimised handling for driving on sand

matically depending on the drive program.

% You can set the drive program characteristics

Not suitable for use on public roads

using the DYNAMIC SELECT menu of the mul-

The steering, shift timing point, all-wheel

R F Trail

timedia system ( / page 305).

drive and stabilisation functions will be

adapted to the selected drive program.

% You can adjust certain agility functions of

Improved traction thanks to late interven-

AMG DYNAMICS using the AMG steering-

tion in the event of understeer or oversteer

When ESP ® is activated, the Pro agility

wheel buttons.

function will be selected in drive program

Optimised handling for driving on unde-

I. The Master function will be selected

manding off-road terrain with a loose sur-

automatically when ESP ® is switched to

face, e.g. on dirt roads, gravel or sand

Notes on the roof load display

SPORT Æ or is switched off ¤.

Not suitable for use on public roads

Certain drive programs and ESP ® settings are

When ESP ® is activated, the Basic agility

unsuitable for transporting a roof load.

% Plug-in hybrid: the ë Sand drive program

function will be selected in the ë and

is not available.

If one of these drive programs is set or selected,

F drive programs. When ESP ® is

the W symbol is shown as a warning. When

Depending on the on-road or off-road drive pro-

switched to SPORT Æ or is switched off

this symbol is shown, the selected drive program

gram selected, the following vehicle characteris-

¤, the Slide and Traction functions will

is not suitable for transporting a load on the roof.

tics will change:

be selected automatically.

R Drive

R Real Performance Sound

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The following drive programs are affected:

Press DYNAMIC SELECT switch 1 forwards

or backwards.

R Drive program C Sport

The drive program selected appears in the

R Drive program = Individual with the ESP ®

driver's display .

setting Sport

% In the F drive program, some driving sys-

tems will be subject to functional restrictions

Selecting the drive program

or unavailable. When you select the F

drive program, a confirmation prompt will

therefore appear on the central display before

the drive program is activated.

If necessary, press display button 1 and

Plug-in hybrid: in the F drive program, you

switch between the on-road ë and off-road

can switch between hybrid and electric mode

via the multimedia system ( / page 303).

G drive programs in the DYNAMIC SELECT

menu.

# Turn the rotary switch 2.

Selecting a drive program (Mercedes-AMG vehi-

The selected drive program will appear on dis-

cles)

play button 1 and on the driver's display.

Selection with right-hand steering-wheel button

% Individual drive programs may not be shown.

% Depending on the setting in the DYNAMIC

How drive programs are displayed and the

SELECT menu of the multimedia system,

order in which they are displayed can be set

either the on-road ë or the off-road G

in the multimedia system ( / page 305).

drive programs can be selected

( / page 305).

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If necessary, switch between the on-road

Select Route-based or Standard.

Selection via the DYNAMIC SELECT switch

ë and off-road G drive programs in the

If route guidance is active and the Route-

% Depending on the setting in the DYNAMIC

DYNAMIC SELECT menu.

based option has been activated, the electri-

SELECT menu of the multimedia system,

cal energy is distributed intelligently over the

either the on-road ë or the off-road G

# Press DYNAMIC SELECT switch 3 forwards

entire route. In built-up areas, electric mode is

drive programs can be selected

or backwards.

preferred, while on the motorway the combus-

( / page 305).

The selected drive program will appear on dis-

tion engine is used.

play button 1 and on the driver's display.

With the Standard option, the vehicle drives in

its standard drive program (Î Electric or

Configuring DYNAMIC SELECT in the multimedia

n Hybrid). There is no distribution of elec-

system

trical energy over the entire route. The high-

voltage battery is exhausted and the vehicle is

Multimedia system:

then driven by the combustion engine.

4 © 5 Settings 5 Vehicle

5 DYNAMIC SELECT

Switching the reset display on/off

# Activate or deactivate Ask when starting.

Setting drive program I

% This function must be activated for each user

# Select = Individual.

profile separately. Only when this function is

# Select and set a category.

activated will the drive program and ECO

% A sporty ESP mode can be set in conjunction

start/stop setting for the previous journey be

with a sporty suspension mode.

saved for the respective user profile.

Function on: the next time the vehicle is started a

Setting the H drive program (plug-in hybrid)

prompt appears asking whether the last active

# Select Hybrid.

drive program should be restored. If the ECO

start/stop function was deactivated, an additional

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prompt appears asking if the function should

for the drive program are fulfilled, it will be selec-

Influencing variables include:

remain deactivated.

ted automatically the next time the vehicle is star-

R Sea level

ted. If another drive program was active, then the

% The prompt appears only if the previously

R Fuel quality

n drive program is set automatically.

active settings deviate from the standard set-

R Outside temperature

tings.

R Operating temperature of the engine

Function off: the next time the vehicle is started

Displaying vehicle data

the A drive program is set automatically. The

Adjust your driving style accordingly.

Multimedia system:

ECO start/stop function is activated automati-

The p warning lamp in the driver display is

4 © 5 Info

cally.

on until the engine has reached operating

# Select Vehicle.

temperature.

Switching the reset display on/off (plug-in hybrid)

The vehicle data is displayed.

% The values displayed serve only as guidance.

# Activate or deactivate Ask when starting.

The values for engine output and engine tor-

% This function must be activated for each user

que shown in the media display may deviate

Displaying engine data

profile separately. The drive program for the

from the actual values.

respective user profile of the last driver is only

Multimedia system:

% The p warning lamp to show the power

stored if this function is activated.

4 © 5 Info

output limitation after starting the vehicle is

Function on: the next time the vehicle is started a

# Select Engine.

not available in all vehicle models.

prompt appears asking whether the last active

The engine data is displayed.

drive program should be restored.

% The actual maximum values that can be ach-

% The prompt appears only if the previously

ieved for engine output and engine torque

active settings deviate from the standard set-

may deviate from the certified values within

tings.

the country-specific guidelines for permissible

Function off (plug-in hybrid): if the Î drive pro-

tolerances (basis: UN-ECE No. 85 or country-

specific guidelines).

gram was the last one active, and all requirements

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Calling up the fuel consumption indicator

Setting AMG DYNAMIC SELECT in the MBUX mul-

3 AMG drive program settings

timedia system

4 ESP and quick-access buttons ® ( / page 360)

Multimedia system:

5 Edits the quick-access buttons

Multimedia system:

4 © 5 Info

4 © 5 Settings 5 Vehicle

# Select Consumption.

% The AMG DYNAMIC SELECT menu can also

5 DYNAMIC SELECT

be called up using the DYNAMIC SELECT but-

The current and average fuel consumption will

be displayed.

ton.

Overview of the AMG DYNAMIC SELECT menu

# Select the appropriate drive program.

The settings of the drive programs can be adjus-

ted individually.

# Select the desired tab on the left and make

the relevant setting.

Setting options for the drive programs (equip-

ment-dependent):

R AMG DYNAMICS:

Basic/Advanced/Pro/Master

(Example of representation) Representation

R Suspension:

and arrangement of content equipment-

Comfort/Sport/Sport+

dependent.

R Sound:

1 Switches between the ë Onroad and

Balanced/Powerful

G Offroad drive programs.

2 Drive programs

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R Drive (can only be set in the = drive pro-

firmly and do not accelerate at the same

When leaving the vehicle, always take the

gram):

time.

SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.

Reduced/Moderate/Sport/Dynamic

# Keep the key out of reach of children.

& WARNING Accident– and risk of injury

% In order to use the "Master" setting within

with unsupervised children in the vehicle

& WARNING Risk of accident and injury

"AMG DYNAMICS", ESP ® SPORT must be set

when the transmission position is not

or ESP ® must be switched off.

If you leave children unattended in the vehicle,

engaged

they can in particular

The current transmission position will be high-

R Open doors and thereby endanger other

Automatic transmission

lighted on the driver's display.

persons or road users.

DIRECT SELECT lever

If the selected transmission position is not

R get out of the car and are hit by trafoc.

highlighted, the vehicle may pull away in the

▌Function of the DIRECT SELECT lever

R Operate vehicle equipment and become

wrong direction or roll away.

trapped, forexample.

& WARNING Risk of accident due to incor-

# After changing the transmission position,

In addition, the children could also set the

rect gearshifting

always check the transmission position

vehicle in motion, for exampleby:

display on the driver's display.

If the engine speed is higher than the idle

R releasing the parking brake.

speed and you engage the transmission posi-

If the transmission position is not highlighted

tion h or k, the vehicle may accelerate

R change the gearbox setting.

on the driver's display even after a short time:

sharply.

R start the vehicle.

# Pay attention to the display messages.

# If you engage the transmission position

Never leave children unattended in the

# Pull away carefully and check the

h or k when the vehicle is at a stand-

vehicle.

engaged transmission position.

still, always depress the brake pedal

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▌Engaging reverse gear R

When parking, engage the parking brake

and secure the vehicle against rolling

& WARNING Risk of accident due to incor-

away.

rect gearshifting

# Have the transmission checked immedi-

ately at a qualified specialist workshop.

If the engine speed is higher than the idle

speed and you engage the transmission posi-

Use the DIRECT SELECT lever to switch the trans-

tion h or k, the vehicle may accelerate

mission position. The current transmission posi-

sharply.

tion will be highlighted on the driver's display.

# If you engage the transmission position

h or k when the vehicle is at a stand-

still, always depress the brake pedal

firmly and do not accelerate at the same

time.

j Park position

k Reverse gear

i Neutral

h Drive position

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▌Engaging neutral N

& WARNING Risk of accident due to incor-

rect gearshifting

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.

# If you engage the transmission position

h or k when the vehicle is at a stand-

still, always depress the brake pedal

firmly and do not accelerate at the same

time.

Depress the brake pedal and push the DIRECT

SELECT lever upwards past the first point of

SELECT lever up or down to the first point of

resistance.

% To shift into neutral i with the vehicle

switched on, push the selector lever up or

down for several seconds to the first point of

resistance.

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Subsequently releasing the brake pedal will allow

▌Engaging park position P

* NOTE Damage due to engaging park posi-

you to move the vehicle freely, e.g. to push it or

tion j while the vehicle is rolling

tow it away.

& WARNING Accident– and risk of injury

If you shift the transmission into park position

with unsupervised children in the vehicle

Proceed as follows if you want the automatic

j while the vehicle is rolling, the transmis-

If you leave children unattended in the vehicle,

transmission to remain in neutral i, even if the

sion may be damaged.

they can in particular

vehicle is switched off or the driver's door is

# If the vehicle is rolling, do not open a

opened:

R Open doors and thereby endanger other

door.

persons or road users.

# Depress the brake pedal and engage neutral

# Only engage the park position j when

i when the vehicle is at a standstill.

R get out of the car and are hit by trafoc.

the vehicle is stationary.

# Release the brake pedal.

R Operate vehicle equipment and become

trapped, forexample.

# Switch off the vehicle.

In addition, the children could also set the

The message reading Risk of vehicle rolling away

vehicle in motion, for exampleby:

N activated manually No automatic switch to P

will appear on the driver's display.

R releasing the parking brake.

% If you then exit the vehicle leaving the key in

R change the gearbox setting.

the vehicle, the automatic transmission will

R start the vehicle.

remain in neutral i.

Never leave children unattended in the

The park position j is automatically re-engaged

vehicle.

as soon as one of the following conditions is met:

# When leaving the vehicle, always take the

R You switch to transmission position h or k.

SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.

R You press the button j.

# Keep the key out of reach of children.

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apply the parking brake and secure the vehicle

tionary and engage transmission position h

to prevent it from rolling away.

or k again.

% Depending on the situation, it may take a

▌Engaging drive position D

short time until j is engaged. Therefore,

always pay attention to the transmission posi-

& WARNING Risk of accident due to incor-

tion display.

rect gearshifting

Park position j will be engaged automatically if

If the engine speed is higher than the idle

one of the following conditions is met:

speed and you engage the transmission posi-

R You switch the stationary vehicle off in trans-

tion h or k, the vehicle may accelerate

mission position h or k.

sharply.

R You open the driver's door when the vehicle is

# If you engage the transmission position

stationary in transmission position h or k.

h or k when the vehicle is at a stand-

still, always depress the brake pedal

R When the vehicle is rolling, you switch if off in

firmly and do not accelerate at the same

transmission position h or k and bring it to

time.

a standstill.

Observe the notes on parking the vehicle

( / page 343).

R When the vehicle is rolling, you shift to trans-

mission position i, bring the vehicle to a

# Depress the brake pedal until the vehicle

standstill and open the driver's door when the

comes to a standstill.

vehicle is stationary.

# When the vehicle is stationary, press button

R Engaging park position j automatically is

required by the vehicle.

When the j transmission position display is

shown, park position is engaged. If the j

% To manoeuvre with an open driver's door,

transmission position display is not shown,

open the driver's door while the vehicle is sta-

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R The position of the accelerator pedal

R The driving speed

Rocking the vehicle free

Rocking the vehicle free may help to free the vehi-

cle if it has become stuck in slush or snow.

To rock the vehicle free, move the DIRECT

SELECT lever upwards and downwards past the

point of resistance to switch between transmis-

sion positions h and k.

% The maximum design speed for switching

between h and k is approximately 9 km/h.

Manual gearshifting

Depress the brake pedal and push the DIRECT

To activate/deactivate: pull rocker switch 1.

SELECT lever down past the first point of

If the indicator lamp is lit, manual shifting is

Permanent setting (vehicles with Offroad package

resistance.

activated. The driver's display will show the

or E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL)

current gear.

When the automatic transmission is in transmis-

% For vehicles without an Offroad package or E-

sion position h, it will shift gears automatically.

ACTIVE BODY CONTROL, activate or deacti-

Temporary setting

This depends, among other things, on the follow-

vate the permanent setting via the multimedia

% For plug-in hybrids, observe the information

ing factors:

system ( / page 313).

regarding the regenerative brake system

R The selected drive program

( / page 290).

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312 Driving and parking

Shifting

To activate: pull steering wheel gearshift pad-

Press the upper or lower 1 display button

dle 1 or 2.

repeatedly, until it displays the d symbol.

To shift up: pull steering wheel gearshift pad-

Manual shifting will be activated for a short

dle 2.

% If the display button does not show the sym-

time. Transmission position p and the cur-

bol, then it is hidden. How functions are dis-

rent gear will appear on the driver display.

# To shift down: pull steering wheel gearshift

played and the order in which they are dis-

paddle 1.

# To deactivate: pull and hold steering wheel

played can be set in the multimedia system

gearshift paddle 2.

( / page 296).

Transmission position h will appear on the

Manual shifting (Mercedes-AMG vehicles)

# To activate/deactivate: press the correspond-

driver display.

ing button 2.

% You can also activate and deactivate manual

% To permanently shift the gears manually in

gearshifting via the multimedia system

The symbol indicates the currently selected

drive program = using the steering wheel

( / page 313).

transmission position:

gearshift paddles, select the p setting for

the transmission.

R d M (red): manual gearshifting

R d D (blue): automatic transmission

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$Driving and parking 313Plug-in hybrid: automatic transmission must beIf the engine speed is too high or too low, you willselected for electric mode. If you select manualnot be able to change gear using the steeringmode in drive program Î, the drive programwheel gearshift paddles. In this case, segmentswill change to A and the combustion engine3 will light up red on the driver's start. If you are driving in electric mode indrive program o or A and select manualPermanently activating or deactivating manualmode, the combustion engine will up and downMultimedia system:4 © 5 Settings 5 Vehicle 5 Driving* NOTE Damage to the engine due to shift-To shift up: pull steering wheel gearshift pad-#ing up too late# Permanently activate or deactivate the func-dle 2. automatic transmission does not shift up# To shift down: pull steering wheel gearshiftin manual mode even when the engine's limit-paddle 1.ing speed is recommendationThe fuel supply is interrupted in order to pre-The gearshift recommendation assists you invent the engine from an economical driving style.# Shift up before the engine speed reachesthe red area in the rev counter.F167 0057 02$

Driving and parking 313

Plug-in hybrid: automatic transmission must be

If the engine speed is too high or too low, you will

selected for electric mode. If you select manual

not be able to change gear using the steering

mode in drive program Î, the drive program

wheel gearshift paddles. In this case, segments

will change to A and the combustion engine

3 will light up red on the driver's display.

will start. If you are driving in electric mode in

drive program o or A and select manual

Permanently activating or deactivating manual

mode, the combustion engine will start.

shifting

Shifting up and down

Multimedia system:

4 © 5 Settings 5 Vehicle 5 Driving

* NOTE Damage to the engine due to shift-

To shift up: pull steering wheel gearshift pad-

ing up too late

# Permanently activate or deactivate the func-

dle 2.

tion.

The automatic transmission does not shift up

# To shift down: pull steering wheel gearshift

in manual mode even when the engine's limit-

paddle 1.

ing speed is reached.

Gearshift recommendation

The fuel supply is interrupted in order to pre-

The gearshift recommendation assists you in

vent the engine from overrevving.

adopting an economical driving style.

# Shift up before the engine speed reaches

the red area in the rev counter.

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314 Driving and parking

Glide mode function

% Glide mode can also be activated if you have

selected the "Eco" setting for the drive in the

Glide mode helps you to reduce fuel consumption

drive program =.

when you employ an anticipatory driving style.

Glide mode will be deactivated again if one of the

Glide mode is characterised by the following:

conditions is no longer met.

R The combustion engine is switched off

Glide mode can also be prevented by the following

depending on the driving situation. All the

parameters:

vehicle functions will remain active.

R Incline

R The transmission position display h is shown

R Downhill gradient

in green.

If gearshift recommendation 1 appears next

R Temperature

Glide mode will be activated if the following condi-

to the transmission position display, shift to

R Height

tions are met:

the recommended gear.

R speed

R Drive program ; is selected.

R Operating condition of the engine

Using kickdown

R The speed is within a suitable range.

R Trafoc situation

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

Maximum acceleration: depress the accelera-

inclines or tight bends.

tor pedal beyond the point of resistance.

Function of glide mode (Mercedes-AMG vehicles)

R There is no trailer coupled up to the trailer

To protect against engine overrev, the automatic

hitch, and no bicycle rack fitted.

Glide mode helps you to reduce fuel consumption

transmission will shift up to the next gear when

R The state of charge of the battery is sufocient.

when you employ an anticipatory driving style.

maximum engine speed has been reached.

R You do not depress the accelerator or brake

When you drive in Glide mode, the J symbol

pedal (except for light brake applications).

will appear on the driver's display and the com-

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bustion engine will be switched off. All the vehicle

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

Before refuelling, switch off the vehicle

functions will remain active.

neither reduce the risk of an accident nor override

and, if fitted, the stationary heater and

the laws of physics. 4MATIC cannot take account

Glide mode will be activated if the following condi-

keep switched off during filling.

of road, weather and trafoc conditions. 4MATIC is

tions are met:

only an aid. You are responsible in particular for

& WARNING Risk of injury from fuels

R The ECO start/stop function is switched on.

maintaining a safe distance from the vehicle in

front, for vehicle speed, for braking in good time

R Drive program = is selected with the

Fuels are poisonous and hazardous to your

and for staying in lane.

"Moderate" or "Reduced" drive setting.

health.

% In wintry road conditions, the maximum effect

R The speed is within a suitable range.

# Do not swallow fuel or let it come into

of 4MATIC can be achieved only if you use

contact with skin, eyes or clothing.

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

winter tyres (M+S tyres), with snow chains if

inclines or tight bends.

# Do not inhale fuel vapour.

necessary.

R The state of charge of the battery is sufocient.

# Keep children away from fuel.

R You are no longer depressing the accelerator

# Keep doors and windows closed during

Refuelling

or brake pedal.

the refuelling process.

Refuelling the vehicle

Glide mode will be deactivated again if one of the

If you or other people come into contact with

conditions is no longer met.

fuel, observe the following:

& WARNING Risk of fire or explosion from

fuel

# Immediately rinse fuel off your skin with

soap and water.

Function of 4MATIC

Fuels are highly flammable.

# If fuel comes into contact with your eyes,

4MATIC ensures that all four wheels are driven.

# Fire, naked flames, smoking and creating

immediately rinse them thoroughly with

Together with ESP ® and 4ETS, 4MATIC improves

sparks must be avoided.

clean water. Seek medical attention

the traction of your vehicle whenever a driven

immediately.

wheel spins due to insufocient traction.

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If you swallow fuel, seek medical atten-

While the vehicle is running, component parts

Further information about compatible fuels

tion immediately. Do not induce vomit-

in the exhaust system may overheat without

can be obtained at a qualified specialist work-

ing.

warning.

shop.

# Change immediately out of clothing that

# Never refuel using petrol.

Throughout Europe, you can find compatibility

has come into contact with fuel.

# Never mix petrol with diesel fuel.

markings on fuel pumps or pump nozzles suit-

able for your vehicle.

& WARNING Risk of fire and explosion due

* NOTE Damage caused by the wrong fuel

Never refuel with one of the following fuels:

to electrostatic charge

R Diesel

Vehicles with a petrol engine:

Electrostatic charge can ignite fuel vapour.

R regular petrol with an octane number

Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could

# Before you open the fuel filler cap or

lower than 91 RON

result in damage to the fuel system, the

take hold of the pump nozzle, touch the

engine and the emission control system.

R petrol with more than 3 % methanol by

metallic vehicle body.

volume‑, e. g. M15, M30

# Refuel only using unleaded, sulphur-free

# To avoid creating another electrostatic

spark-ignition engine fuel that conforms

R petrol with metallic additives

charge, do not get into the vehicle again

to European EN 228, or an equivalent

during the refuelling process.

If you have accidentally refuelled with the

specification.

wrong fuel:

Petrol can contain up to 25 %‑ of ethanol by

& WARNING Risk of fire from fuel mixture

# Do not switch on the vehicle.

volume.

# Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

Vehicles with a diesel engine:

# See the information label in the fuel filler

If you mix diesel fuel with petrol, the flash

flap for compatible fuels.

* NOTE Damage caused by the wrong fuel

point of the fuel mixture is lower than that of

pure diesel fuel.

Vehicles with a diesel engine:

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Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could

Even small amounts of the wrong fuel

* NOTE Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles

result in damage to the fuel system, the

could result in damage to the fuel system

with a petrol engine

engine and the emission control system.

and the engine. The repair costs are high.

If you have accidentally refuelled with the

# Only refuel with sulphur-free diesel fuel.

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

wrong fuel:

In countries without sulphur-free diesel

Have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained

R Do not switch on the vehicle. Otherwise

fuel, only refuel with low-sulphur diesel

completely.

fuel can enter the engine.

fuel with a sulphur content below 50

ppm.

Even small amounts of the wrong fuel

* NOTE Damage to the fuel system due to

could result in damage to the fuel system

Never refuel with one of the following fuels:

overfilling the fuel tank

and the engine. The repair costs are high.

R Petrol

Only fill the fuel tank until the pump noz-

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

R Marine diesel

zle switches off.

# Have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained

R Heating oil

completely.

If too much fuel has been added due, for

R Pure biodiesel or vegetable oil

example, to a faulty filling pump:

R Petroleum or kerosene

* NOTE Do not refuel diesel-engined vehi-

# Do not switch on the vehicle.

cles with petrol

If you have accidentally refuelled with the

# Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

wrong fuel:

If you have accidentally refuelled with the

wrong fuel:

# Do not switch on the vehicle.

* NOTE Fuel may spray out when you

remove the fuel pump nozzle

# Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

R Do not switch on the vehicle. Otherwise

fuel can enter the engine.

Only fill the fuel tank until the pump noz-

zle switches off.

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Requirements

Press in the centre on the back area of fuel

R The vehicle is unlocked.

filler flap 1.

R Plug-in hybrid with petrol engine: the fuel tank

# Turn the fuel filler cap anti-clockwise and

was bled before refuelling ( / page 319).

remove it.

# Insert fuel filler cap from above into bracket

Observe the notes on service fluids and fuel.

The recommended octane number for your vehi-

# Completely insert the pump nozzle into the

cle can be found on the information label in the

tank filler neck, hook in place and refuel.

fuel filler flap.

# Only fill the fuel tank until the pump nozzle

switches off.

% Vehicles with a diesel engine: The tank filler

neck is designed for refuelling at diesel filling

pumps.

In order to prevent incorrect fuel from being

filled, your vehicle is equipped with an incor-

1 Fuel filler flap

rect fuelling protector. This function may be

2 Bracket for the fuel filler cap

deactivated in some countries due to local

3 Fuel type

conditions. For more information, consult a

4 QR code for rescue card

Mercedes-Benz service centre.

5 Tyre pressure table

% Vehicles with a diesel engine: do not run the

fuel tank empty.

% Plug-in hybrid with petrol engine: the fuel filler

flap opens automatically after the fuel tank

has been bled ( / page 319).

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When the fuel tank is completely empty, top

The Fuel tank is depressurised Ready for

Depressurising the fuel tank (plug-in hybrid with

up with at least 5 l diesel before starting the

refuelling message will appear on the driver's

petrol engine)

vehicle.

display and the fuel filler flap will open auto-

matically.

% Vehicles with a diesel engine: Use a filler neck

with a large diameter for vehicles with a diesel

% Depressurising the fuel tank may take several

engine when topping up fuel from a fuel can.

minutes.

Otherwise, the filler neck cannot slide into the

The fuel tank can be depressurised only if the

tank.

conditions described above are fulfilled. Other-

# Replace the cap on the filler neck and turn

wise, drive the vehicle at least 0.5 km and repeat

clockwise until it engages audibly.

the process.

# Close fuel filler flap 1.

% In the following situations, there is a malfunc-

tion:

R Indicator lamp 2 flashes initially and then

goes out.

R The yellow ; engine diagnostics warn-

ing lamp lights up.

* NOTE Damage to the fuel filler flap when

Pull switch 1 once briefly.

opening it

Indicator lamp 2 will flash and the Please

wait Depressurising fuel tank message will

If an attempt is made to open a fuel filler flap

appear on the driver's display.

that is not unlocked, the fuel filler flap or the

When the fuel tank is depressurised, indicator

opening mechanism may be damaged.

lamp 2 will light up continuously.

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Do not let AdBlue ® come into contact with skin,

▌Refilling AdBlue ®

Only refuel when the fuel filler flap has

eyes or clothes. Keep AdBlue ® away from chil-

opened automatically.

dren.

* NOTE Engine damage due to AdBlue ®

You can watch an animation on this topic via the

being in the fuel

Do not ingest AdBlue ® . If AdBlue ® is swallowed,

following link:

immediately rinse your mouth out thoroughly.

AdBlue ® must not be used to fill the fuel

Drink plenty of water. Seek medical attention at

tank.

once.

AdBlue ® (vehicles with a diesel engine only)

# Only use AdBlue ® to fill the AdBlue ®

Observe the notes on operating fluids

tank.

▌Notes on topping up AdBlue ®

( / page 827).

# Do not overfill the AdBlue ® tank.

AdBlue ® is a water-soluble fluid for the NOx

AdBlue ® is available here:

exhaust gas aftertreatment of diesel engines. In

R AdBlue ® can be topped up by fast service at a

order for the exhaust gas aftertreatment to func-

* NOTE Contamination of the vehicle inte-

qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a

tion properly, only use AdBlue ® in accordance

rior due to AdBlue ® leakage

Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.

with ISO 22241.

After topping up, carefully close the

R AdBlue ® is available at many filling stations

AdBlue ® is characterised by the following:

AdBlue ® refill container.

from AdBlue ® filling pumps.

R non-toxic

# Avoid carrying AdBlue ® refill containers

R Alternatively, AdBlue ® is available at qualified

R colourless and odourless

permanently in the vehicle.

specialist workshops, e.g. Mercedes-Benz

R non-flammable

Service Centres, and at many filling stations in

Requirements

AdBlue ® refill canisters or AdBlue ® refill bot-

If you open the AdBlue ® tank, small amounts of

R The vehicle is unlocked.

tles.

ammonia vapour may be released. Only fill the

AdBlue ® tank in well-ventilated areas.

% Ensure the connection between the refill con-

tainer and vehicle filler neck does not drip.

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The following messages appear in order in the

of AdBlue ® . Switch on the vehicle and wait

Opening the AdBlue ® filler cap

approx. 60 seconds. Start the vehicle.

driver display when the AdBlue ® tank requires

refilling:

You can see the AdBlue ® range and level in the

R Refill AdBlue See Owner’s Manual. The

driver display Service.

AdBlue ® level has fallen below the reserve

% The AdBlue ® range shown depends strongly

range. Add at least 5 l of AdBlue ® .

on the driving style and operating conditions.

R Top up AdBlue Emergency op. in XXX km

The actual range can therefore deviate from

See Owner's Manual. The low AdBlue ® level

the calculated range.

will lead to limited performance after the

remaining distance displayed has been driven.

Add at least 5 l of AdBlue ® .

R Top up AdBlue XX,X l Emerg. op.: max. XXX

km/h Start not poss. in XXX km. The low

AdBlue ® level will lead to limited performance

from the speed displayed. After the remaining

distance displayed has been covered, it will no

longer be possible to start the vehicle. Top up

Press on the centre of the back area of fuel

at least the displayed quantity of AdBlue ® .

filler flap 1.

R Top up XX,X l AdBlue Switch vehicle on, wait

Turn AdBlue ® filler cap 2 anti-clockwise and

60 sec. or engine start not possThe AdBlue ®

remove it.

tank is empty. You can no longer start the

vehicle. Top up at least the displayed quantity

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Refilling AdBlue ®

AdBlue ® refill canister 4 can be removed

Charging the high-voltage battery (plug-in

Mercedes-Benz recommends that you top up

when it has been only partially emptied.

hybrid)

AdBlue ® at a pump. If no AdBlue ® pump is availa-

# Unscrew and close disposable hose 3 and

Notes on charging the high-voltage battery

ble, you can also top up AdBlue ® with a canister.

AdBlue ® refill canister 4 in reverse order.

* NOTE High-voltage battery damage due to

Replace the AdBlue filler cap ® 2 and turn it

leaving the vehicle idle for lengthy periods

clockwise until it audibly engages.

of time

# Close fuel filler flap 1.

Lithium-ion batteries experience a natural self-

# Switch on the vehicle for at least 60 seconds.

discharge.

% If it was no longer possible to start the vehicle

Exhaustive discharging can therefore occur if

due to the empty AdBlue ® tank, it takes up to

the vehicle is idle for several months. This can

60 seconds for topping up to be detected.

damage the high-voltage battery.

# Start the vehicle.

# To avoid damage, please observe the fol-

lowing recommendations when handling

% Avoid storing AdBlue ® refill containers perma-

Screw on the fastener of AdBlue ® refill canis-

the high-voltage battery.

nently in the vehicle.

ter 4.

# Screw disposable hose 3 onto the opening

* NOTE Accelerated ageing of the high-volt-

of AdBlue ® refill canister 4 until hand-tight.

age battery due to not observing the fol-

# Screw disposable hose 3 onto the filler neck

lowing recommendations

of the vehicle until hand-tight.

As a result of its basic characteristics, the

# Lift up and tip AdBlue ® refill canister 4.

storage capacity of and the amount of energy

The filling process stops when the AdBlue ®

available from the high-voltage battery decrea-

container is completely full.

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erwise the condition of the vehicle's high-volt-

ses over the course of its life. Due to this, both

It may then no longer be possible to continue

age battery cannot be monitored.

the maximum electrical range that can be ach-

the journey.

ieved by the vehicle and its maximum electri-

R When only using the high-voltage battery with

# Avoid charging processes at extreme

cal output can be impaired.

low states of charge, fully charge the high-volt-

altitudes.

age battery twice a year.

The following factors could accelerate the age-

Recommendations when handling the high-voltage

ing of the high-voltage battery:

Depending on the equipment and national ver-

battery:

R a high level of charge, especially if the

sion, your vehicle is equipped with one of the fol-

vehicle is idle for a lengthy period of time

R Rapid-charge the high-voltage battery with

lowing vehicle sockets:

direct current (Mode 4) only when required.

R frequent rapid charging with direct current

R Type 1 for charging with alternating current

(mode 4)

R In case of longer downtimes, switch off the

(mode 2/3)

vehicle with a charge status of the high-volt-

R leaving the vehicle idle for lengthy periods

R Type Combo 1 for charging with alternating

age battery between 25 % and 30 %. Do not

at high ambient temperatures

current (mode 2/3) and charging with direct

permanently connect the high-voltage battery

current (mode 4)

To avoid accelerated ageing, please

to a power supply.

R Type 2 for charging with alternating current

observe the following recommendations

R If leaving the vehicle idle for lengthy periods,

(mode 2/3)

when handling the high-voltage battery.

avoid high outside temperatures wherever

R Type Combo 2 for charging with alternating

possible.

current (mode 2/3) and charging with direct

* NOTE Damage to the drive system when

R Every six weeks check the charge level of the

current (mode 4)

charging the high-voltage battery at

high-voltage battery ( / page 343).

extreme altitudes

R Make sure to charge the high-voltage battery if

The drive system may be damaged if the high-

the charge level is below 15 %.

voltage battery is charged at elevations

R Do not disconnect the 12 V battery even if the

greater than 4,000 m above sea level.

vehicle is left unused for a lengthy period. Oth-

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Charging options for the high-voltage battery

(mode 2, 3 or 4):

R While the vehicle is in motion by means of

recuperation

R Stationary alternating current charging:

At a mains socket (mode 2)

at a wallbox or charging station (mode 3)

R Stationary DC charging (vehicles with vehicle

socket type Combo):

At a rapid-charging station (mode 4)

Depending on the country-specific vehicle equip-

ment and your vehicle's charging cable, single

phase AC charging is also possible.

Observe the different grid requirements of your

Combo 1 vehicle socket

Combo 2 vehicle socket

current location when charging. Only use charging

1 AC charging port type 1 or type 2

cables which conform to the grid requirements.

2 Socket extension for DC charging

Consult a qualified electrician or your local grid

operator if you have any questions.

% When using a CCS charging cable (Combined

It is recommended that you charge the high-volt-

Charging System) for charging with direct cur-

age battery at a wallbox or charging station due to

rent at a vehicle socket type Combo, both

the improved charging power and better charging

ports on the vehicle socket 1 and 2 are

efociency offered.

used for charging.

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System limits

ment with the included retaining strap. Otherwise,

retaining strap must be attached to tie-down eye

the charging cable bag with the charging cable is

3. Do not use bag hooks to attach the retaining

The power output of the high-voltage battery may

not sufociently secured.

strap.

be impaired by the following:

R high or low outside temperatures

R Electrical auxiliary consumers in the vehicle

being switched on, e.g. operating the air con-

ditioning system

R extended periods without charging

The charging time or the charging power of the

high-voltage battery may be increased by the fol-

lowing:

R high or low outside temperatures

Feed the loop end of retaining strap 2

R A low or high charge status of the high-voltage

through tie-down eye 3 in the boot or load

battery

compartment.

R The maximum available charge current of the

# Feed the end with the snap hook through the

charging device

loop of retaining strap 2.

Example: charging cable bag in the boot/load com-

partment

Stowing the charging cable

As delivered, charging cable bag 1 with retaining

Always stow the vehicle's charging cable in the

strap 2 is located in the boot or load compart-

charging cable bag provided, and secure the

ment. To secure the charging cable bag, the

charging cable bag in the boot or load compart-

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Notes on charging the high-voltage battery at a

Mercedes-Benz thoroughly tests these original

mains socket (Mode 2)

charging cables for their suitability for high-

voltage charging of your vehicle.

& DANGER Risk of fatal injury from incor-

# Never use a damaged charging cable.

rectly installed component parts

# Do not use:

Connecting the charging cable to a mains

R Extension cables

socket using incorrectly installed component

parts could cause a fire or an electric shock,

R Extension reels

for example.

R Multiple sockets

# Only connect the charging cable to a

Never use socket adapters to connect

mains socket that:

the charging cable to the mains socket.

R Has been properly installed and

The only exception being if the adapter

R Has been inspected by a qualified electri-

has been tested and approved by the

cian

manufacturer for charging the high-volt-

age battery of an electric vehicle.

Tighten retaining strap 2 so that the knot

For safety reasons, only use the charging

# Observe the safety notes in the operat-

around tie-down eye 3 is tight and secure.

cable supplied with the vehicle or an

ing instructions for the socket adapter.

original Mercedes‑Benz charging cable.

# Hook the snap hook of retaining strap 2 in a

tie-down eye of charging cable bag 1.

# Purchase these parts at a Mercedes-

Only the following charging cables may be used:

Benz Service Centre and obtain advice

R The charging cable supplied with the vehicle.

there.

R A charging cable that has been approved for

the vehicle.

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The charging process can vary depending on the

Notes on charging the high-voltage battery at a

Observe the safety notes in the operat-

power supply equipment. The charging times

wallbox or charging station (mode 3)

ing instructions for the wallbox.

when charging the high-voltage battery at the

mains socket are considerably longer than when

& DANGER Risk of fatal injury from incor-

If charging at a wallbox without pre-installed

charging at a wallbox or charging station.

rectly installed component parts

cable, use the optionally available charging cable

When doing so, always observe the local informa-

for wallbox and charging station (mode 3). The

Connecting the charging cable to a wallbox

tion.

charging cable is stowed in a bag in the boot/

using incorrectly installed component parts

luggage compartment.

Do not leave the charging cable controls hanging

could cause a fire or an electric shock, for

loose from a mains socket.

Only use charging cables that have been tested

example.

and approved by the manufacturer for charging

Do not lift the controls by the following compo-

# Only connect the charging cable to a

the high-voltage battery in an electric vehicle.

nent parts:

wallbox that:

R Has been properly installed and

R the charging cable connector

& DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to dam-

R Has been inspected by a qualified electri-

aged components

R the mains plug

cian

Connecting the vehicle to a charging station

When charging, protect the charging cable control

using damaged component parts could cause

For safety reasons, only use charging

element from excessive heat such as direct sun-

a fire or an electric shock, for example.

cables that have been tested and

light. Otherwise the charging process may be

approved by the manufacturer for charg-

aborted.

# Perform a visual check of the charging

ing the high-voltage battery in an electric

station for obvious defects, for example

vehicle.

damage to the housing or charging cable

connection.

# Never use damaged charging cables.

# Do not extend the charging cable.

# Do not use adapters.

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Notes on charging the high-voltage battery at a

Do not use an extension for the charging

& DANGER Risk of fatal injuries when carry-

rapid charging station (mode 4)

cable.

ing out maintenance work during the

charging process

# Do not use adapters.

& DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to dam-

During the charging process, the high-voltage

# Always observe the safety instructions

aged components

on-board electrical system is under high volt-

on the charging station.

Connecting the vehicle to a charging station

age.

using damaged component parts could cause

Most charging stations must be activated before

# Do not perform any maintenance work

a fire or an electric shock, for example.

the charging process, e.g. using an RFID card or

during the charging process.

via Plug-and-Charge. Observe the on-site opera-

# Perform a visual check of the charging

tor's instructions for the charging station and the

station for obvious defects, for example

Most charging stations must be activated before

notes on Mercedes me Charge ( / page 538).

damage to the housing or charging cable

the charging process, e.g. using an RFID card or

connection.

via Plug-and-Charge. Observe the on-site opera-

The amount of energy dispensed for the charging

tor's instructions for the charging station and the

process, shown by the charging station, may be

# Never use damaged charging cables.

notes on Mercedes me Charge ( / page 538).

higher than the amount of energy actually absor-

# Do not use an extension for the charging

bed by the high-voltage battery. This is the result

The amount of energy dispensed for the charging

cable.

of different levels of charging losses and is descri-

process, shown by the charging station, may be

# Do not use adapters.

bed as recharge efociency. Charging losses occur,

higher than the amount of energy actually absor-

for example, due to heat that builds up when the

# Always observe the safety instructions

bed by the high-voltage battery. This is the result

vehicle is charging or from auxiliary consumers

on the charging station.

of different levels of charging losses and is descri-

that are switched on. Further information on

bed as recharge efociency. Charging losses occur,

recharge efociency can be obtained at a qualified

for example, due to heat that builds up when the

specialist workshop.

vehicle is charging or from auxiliary consumers

that are switched on. Further information on

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recharge efociency can be obtained at a qualified

Overview of the charging cable control panel

Purchase these parts at a Mercedes-

specialist workshop.

Benz Service Centre and obtain advice

The charging cable control panel of the standard

there.

charging cable described below shows the current

Maximum permissible charging current for charg-

# Check the maximum charging current

status of the charging process.

ing at a mains socket

using the charging capacity shown in the

driver's display.

* NOTE Overloading the mains socket due

The charging cable supplied is set to a country-

to excessive charging current

specific maximum charging current value. When

If the charging current is too high, the fuse

charging abroad, the maximum value may exceed

could be tripped or the external mains supply

the permitted value for that country.

could overheat.

# Before charging at a mains socket, have the

# Ensure that the external mains supply

maximum permissible charging current for the

has been designed to handle the charg-

relevant mains socket or the building checked

ing current provided.

by a qualified electrician.

1 Supply voltage indicator

# For safety reasons, only use the charging

# When abroad, observe the country-specific

cable supplied with the vehicle or an

2 Charging process indicator

laws when charging.

original Mercedes-Benz charging cable.

3 Temperature monitor indicator

If you have questions concerning the charging

Mercedes-Benz thoroughly tests these

4 Safety system indicator

current or if there is a malfunction, please contact

original charging cables for their suitabil-

a qualified specialist workshop.

ity for high-voltage charging of your vehi-

cle.

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Supply voltage indicator 1

Temperature control indicator 3

Safety system indicator 4

Display

Meaning

Display

Meaning

Display

Meaning

Lights up white

The supply voltage is

Lights up red

The green LED flashes

Flashes red

Charging cable mal-

connected.

simultaneously: over-

function – cannot

temperature – the

carry out the charging

Charging process indicator 2

charging performance

process, reset the

is reduced.

charging cable control

Display

Meaning

panel.

The green LED does

not flash: overtemper-

Flashes green

The high-voltage bat-

Lights up red

White LED is off:

ature – the charging

tery is charging.

power supply malfunc-

process is stopped.

tion – cannot carry

out the charging proc-

Flashes red

Overtemperature at

ess, replace the mains

the mains plug – the

socket.

charging process is

stopped.

White LED is on: vehi-

cle malfunction – can-

not carry out the

charging process,

reset the charging

cable control panel.

When all four displays light up, the charging cable

control panel is performing a self-test.

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If the temperature monitor 3 indicates a mal-

function, it may help to protect the charging cable

from direct sunlight.

To reset the charging cable control panel: if safety

system 4 indicates a charging cable malfunction

or a vehicle malfunction, first reset the charging

cable operating unit. To do this, disconnect the

charging cable from the vehicle and from the

mains socket and wait for approximately five sec-

onds. If the malfunction persists after the charg-

ing cable is reconnected, charging at the mains

socket is not possible. The charging cable must

be replaced or the vehicle plug must be checked

at a qualified specialist workshop, depending on

the indicator.

Combo 1 vehicle socket

Combo 2 vehicle socket

Functions of the indicator lamps on the vehicle

1 Socket lamp

socket

2 Charging process indicator lamp

3 Locking status indicator lamp

% Depending on the national version, your vehi-

cle is equipped with one of the following vehi-

Socket lamp 1 flashes or lights up as with indi-

cle sockets.

cator lamps 2 and 3.

The socket flap is centrally locked and unlocked

The colour and signalling of the indicator lamps

together with the vehicle.

2 and 3 have the following meaning.

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Locking status % 3

Starting the alternating current charging process

* NOTE Damage due to overheating of

(mode 2/3)

charging cable and charge port

R Lights up white: vehicle socket unlocked;

insert or remove charging cable

Charging cable and charge port may generate

& DANGER Risk of death when charging at a

R Flashes white: malfunction during locking or

heat within the permissible limiting values dur-

damaged socket

unlocking

ing the charging process.

The charging process uses high voltage.

The heat generated by the charging cable and

Status of the charging process # 2

If the charging cable, the vehicle socket or the

charge port is influenced by the following fac-

R Lights up green (for approx. 60 s): charging

mains socket are damaged, you could receive

tors:

process completed

an electric shock.

R The power supply of the mains supply and

R Flashes green: charging; active energy flow

# Only use an undamaged charging cable.

the charging cable are intact.

R Lights up orange (for approx. 60 s): charging

# Avoid mechanical damage such as crush-

R The notes on operating the charging cable

break

ing, abrading or driving over the cable.

and control element on the charging cable

R Flashes orange: connection is being estab-

# Have a damaged vehicle socket replaced

were observed.

lished

at a qualified specialist workshop as

If the charging cable or the charge port

soon as possible.

R Flashes red (for approx. 90 s): malfunction in

generate too much heat, have the power

vehicle; charging not possible

# Never connect the charging cable to a

supply of the mains supply checked.

damaged vehicle socket.

* NOTE Damaged or dirty vehicle socket

when the socket flap is open

Always keep the socket cover and the

socket flap closed when there is no

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R The vehicle is unlocked or the vehicle is locked

charging cable connected. This protects

and the distance between the key and the

the vehicle socket from dirt and damage.

vehicle does not exceed 1 m.

# Make sure that the socket cover is

R The charging cable is not taut.

closed properly before closing the socket

flap. This can otherwise result in damage

Depending on the vehicle's equipment and on the

which may prevent the socket flap from

national version, your vehicle is equipped with one

being opened again.

of the following vehicle sockets:

R Type 1 for charging with alternating current

* NOTE Damage to the vehicle socket or the

(mode 2 or 3)

charging cable connector due to incorrect

R Type Combo 1 for charging with alternating

handling

current (mode 2 or 3) and DC charging (mode

Do not use excessive force (maximum 300 N)

to fully insert the charging cable connector

R Type 2 for charging with alternating current

into the vehicle socket. You may otherwise

(mode 2 or 3)

damage the vehicle socket, the charging cable

Combo 1 vehicle socket

R Type Combo 2 for charging with alternating

connector or their contacts.

current (mode 2 or 3) and DC charging (mode

# If you feel there is increased resistance,

pull the charging cable connector out of

the socket and reinsert it.

Requirements

R The transmission is in position j.

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flap can be opened by emergency release

When the charging cable is connected to the vehi-

( / page 342).

cle, the vehicle cannot be started or moved.

# Press catch 7 to the right and open socket

At the start of the charging process, the charge

level display is shown in the driver display with a

cover 2.

charging prediction. The charging prediction is the

% On vehicles with a Combo vehicle socket, only

point in time at which the high-voltage battery will

the connection 6 is required for the charg-

be fully charged.

ing cable connector. Only open the upper part

% Depending on the temperature, the fan and

of the socket cover 2.

battery cooling system may audibly switch on

# For charging at a mains socket insert the

during the charging process.

mains plug into the mains socket of the exter-

% If the vehicle is idle for lengthy periods and

nal power source right to the stop point.

connected to the mains supply, the high-volt-

# Fully insert the charging cable connector into

age battery will be recharged automatically as

vehicle socket 6. If the wallbox/charging

needed or when electrical consumers are

station is not equipped with a charging cable,

activated (e.g. the pre-entry climate control).

insert the plug of the vehicle's charging cable

Combo 2 vehicle socket

% The vehicle is equipped with an electric fuse

into the wallbox/charging station socket right

against overvoltages in the mains supply. This

Press the centre on the rear area of the

to the stop point.

electric fuse can be triggered e.g. in severe

socket flap 1 and swivel the socket flap to

Make sure that the charging cable is not taut

storms and result in triggering of the building

the front.

when inserted.

fuse and in an interruption of charging. These

The % indicator lamp 3 and top status

The # indicator lamp 5 and lower status

functions protect the vehicle.

display 4 light up white.

display 4 flash orange and, as soon as the

high-voltage battery is charged, green.

% If the socket flap 1 cannot be opened

despite the vehicle being unlocked, the socket

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After the building's circuit breaker is switched

Never connect the charging cable to a

* NOTE Damaged or dirty vehicle socket

on again, the charging process resumes auto-

damaged vehicle socket.

when the socket flap is open

matically. Following an interruption in the

Always keep the socket cover and the

power supply without the building's circuit

* NOTE Damage due to overheating of

socket flap closed when there is no

breaker being tripped, it may take up to ten

charging cable and charge port

charging cable connected. This protects

minutes for charging to resume automatically.

the vehicle socket from dirt and damage.

Charging cable and charge port may generate

heat within the permissible limiting values dur-

# Make sure that the socket cover is

Ending the alternating current charging process

ing the charging process.

closed properly before closing the socket

(mode 2/3)

flap. This can otherwise result in damage

The heat generated by the charging cable and

which may prevent the socket flap from

charge port is influenced by the following fac-

& DANGER Risk of death when charging at a

being opened again.

damaged socket

tors:

R The power supply of the mains supply and

The charging process uses high voltage.

Requirements

the charging cable are intact.

R The vehicle is unlocked or the vehicle is locked

If the charging cable, the vehicle socket or the

and the distance between the key and the

R The notes on operating the charging cable

mains socket are damaged, you could receive

vehicle does not exceed 1 m.

and control element on the charging cable

an electric shock.

were observed.

# Only use an undamaged charging cable.

Depending on the vehicle's equipment and on the

If the charging cable or the charge port

national version, your vehicle is equipped with one

# Avoid mechanical damage such as crush-

generate too much heat, have the power

of the following vehicle sockets:

ing, abrading or driving over the cable.

supply of the mains supply checked.

# Have a damaged vehicle socket replaced

R Type 1 for charging with alternating current

at a qualified specialist workshop as

(mode 2 or 3)

soon as possible.

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R Type Combo 1 for charging with alternating

Combo 1 vehicle socket

Type Combo 1 vehicle socket: press the charg-

current (mode 2 or 3) and DC charging (mode

ing interruption button 3.

The charging process is ended. The % indi-

cator lamp 1 lights up white. The vehicle

R Type 2 for charging with alternating current

socket is unlocked.

(mode 2 or 3)

R Type Combo 2 for charging with alternating

% As an alternative, and only if the charging

current (mode 2 or 3) and DC charging (mode

interruption button 3 is not working, you can

unlock the vehicle using the vehicle key or

centrally from inside to end the charging proc-

ess. If the indicator lamp % 1 then lights

up white, the vehicle socket is unlocked for

around 30 seconds.

% The charging process can also be ended via

the multimedia system ( / page 521).

# Type 1 vehicle socket: unlock the vehicle with

the vehicle key or centrally from inside.

The charging process is ended. The % indi-

% Vehicles equipped only with a Type 1 vehicle

cator lamp 1 lights up white. The vehicle

socket for AC charging have no charging inter-

socket is unlocked.

ruption button 3.

# Press and hold button 2 on the charging

cable connector and remove the charging

cable connector from the vehicle socket.

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% If you cannot remove the charging cable con-

Combo 2 vehicle socket

Type Combo 2 vehicle socket: press the charg-

nector, repeat the unlocking procedure. If the

ing interruption button 2.

charging cable connector is still locked, con-

The charging process is ended. The % indi-

tact a qualified specialist workshop.

cator lamp 1 lights up white. The vehicle

socket is unlocked.

# Close the socket cover and the socket flap.

# Remove the charging cable connector from

% As an alternative, and only if the charging

the mains socket, or from the socket on the

interruption button 2 is not working, you can

wallbox/charging station, and stow the vehi-

unlock the vehicle using the vehicle key or

cle's charging cable safely in the vehicle

centrally from inside to end the charging proc-

( / page 325).

ess. If the indicator lamp % 1 then lights

up white, the vehicle socket is unlocked for

around 30 seconds.

% The charging process can also be ended via

the multimedia system ( / page 521).

# Type 2 vehicle socket: Unlock the vehicle with

the vehicle key or centrally from inside.

The charging process is ended. The % indi-

% Vehicles equipped only with a Type 2 vehicle

cator lamp 1 lights up white. The vehicle

socket for AC charging have no charging inter-

socket is unlocked for around 30 seconds.

ruption button 2.

% If you cannot remove the charging cable con-

nector, repeat the unlocking procedure. If the

charging cable connector is still locked, con-

tact a qualified specialist workshop.

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Close the socket cover and the socket flap.

Have a damaged vehicle socket replaced

* NOTE Damaged or dirty vehicle socket

Remove the charging cable connector from

at a qualified specialist workshop as

when the socket flap is open

the mains socket, or from the socket on the

soon as possible.

Always keep the socket cover and the

wallbox/charging station, and stow the vehi-

# Never connect the charging cable to a

socket flap closed when there is no

cle's charging cable safely in the vehicle

damaged vehicle socket.

charging cable connected. This protects

( / page 325).

the vehicle socket from dirt and damage.

% The indicator lamp % 1 on the vehicle

* NOTE Damage due to overheating of

# Make sure that the socket cover is

socket remains lit for some time before

charging cable and charge port

closed properly before closing the socket

switching off.

flap. This can otherwise result in damage

Charging cable and charge port may generate

which may prevent the socket flap from

heat within the permissible limiting values dur-

Starting the direct current charging process

being opened again.

ing the charging process.

(mode 4)

The heat generated by the charging cable and

* NOTE Damage to the vehicle socket or the

charge port is influenced by the following fac-

& DANGER Risk of death when charging at a

charging cable connector due to incorrect

tors:

damaged socket

handling

R The power supply of the mains supply and

The charging process uses high voltage.

Do not use excessive force (maximum 300 N)

the charging cable are intact.

to fully insert the charging cable connector

If the charging cable, the vehicle socket or the

R The notes on operating the charging cable

into the vehicle socket. You may otherwise

mains socket are damaged, you could receive

and control element on the charging cable

damage the vehicle socket, the charging cable

an electric shock.

were observed.

connector or their contacts.

# Only use an undamaged charging cable.

If the charging cable or the charge port

# If you feel there is increased resistance,

# Avoid mechanical damage such as crush-

generate too much heat, have the power

pull the charging cable connector out of

ing, abrading or driving over the cable.

supply of the mains supply checked.

the socket and reinsert it.

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Requirements

R The transmission is in position j.

R The vehicle is unlocked or the vehicle is locked

and the distance between the key and the

vehicle does not exceed 1 m.

R The charging cable is not taut.

% Depending on the national version, the vehicle

is equipped with one of the following vehicle

sockets.

Combo 1 vehicle socket

Combo 2 vehicle socket

Press the centre rear of the socket flap 1

and swing the socket flap forwards.

The indicator lamp 3 % and upper status

display 4 light up white.

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% If socket flap 1 cannot be opened despite

point in time at which the high-voltage battery will

Avoid mechanical damage such as crush-

the vehicle being unlocked, the charge socket

be fully charged.

ing, abrading or driving over the cable.

flap can be opened by emergency release

% Depending on the temperature, the fan and

# Have a damaged vehicle socket replaced

( / page 342).

battery cooling system may audibly switch on

at a qualified specialist workshop as

during the charging process.

# Press catch 7 to the right and open the

soon as possible.

socket cover 2.

% If the vehicle is idle for lengthy periods and

# Never connect the charging cable to a

connected to the mains supply, the high-volt-

damaged vehicle socket.

% Connections 6 and 8 are required for the

age battery will be recharged automatically as

CCS charging cable connector. Both sections

needed or when electrical consumers are

of the socket cover must therefore be opened

* NOTE Damage due to overheating of

activated (e.g. the pre-entry climate control).

charging cable and charge port

# Fully insert the CCS charging cable connector

Charging cable and charge port may generate

Ending the direct current charging process (mode

into the vehicle socket .

heat within the permissible limiting values dur-

Make sure that the charging cable is not taut

ing the charging process.

when inserted.

The heat generated by the charging cable and

& DANGER Risk of death when charging at a

The indicator lamp 5 # and lower status

charge port is influenced by the following fac-

damaged socket

display 4 flash orange, and green as soon as

tors:

The charging process uses high voltage.

the high-voltage battery is being charged.

R The power supply of the mains supply and

If the charging cable, the vehicle socket or the

When the charging cable is connected to the vehi-

the charging cable are intact.

mains socket are damaged, you could receive

cle, the vehicle cannot be started or moved.

R The notes on operating the charging cable

an electric shock.

At the start of the charging process, the charge

and control element on the charging cable

# Only use an undamaged charging cable.

level display is shown in the driver display with a

were observed.

charging prediction. The charging prediction is the

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Combo 1 vehicle socket

centrally from inside to end the charging proc-

If the charging cable or the charge port

ess. If the indicator lamp % 1 then lights

generate too much heat, have the power

up white, the vehicle socket is unlocked for

supply of the mains supply checked.

around 30 seconds.

% The charging process can also be ended via

* NOTE Damaged or dirty vehicle socket

the multimedia system ( / page 521).

when the socket flap is open

# Press and hold button 2 on the charging

Always keep the socket cover and the

cable connector and remove the charging

socket flap closed when there is no

cable connector from the vehicle socket.

charging cable connected. This protects

the vehicle socket from dirt and damage.

% If you cannot remove the charging cable con-

nector, unlock the vehicle and repeat the

# Make sure that the socket cover is

unlocking procedure. If the charging cable

closed properly before closing the socket

connector is still locked, contact a qualified

flap. This can otherwise result in damage

specialist workshop.

which may prevent the socket flap from

being opened again.

# Close the socket cover and the socket flap.

Requirements

Press the charging interruption button 3.

R The vehicle is unlocked or the vehicle is locked

The charging process is ended. The % indi-

and the distance between the key and the

cator lamp 1 lights up white. The vehicle

vehicle does not exceed 1 m.

socket is unlocked.

% Depending on the national version, the vehicle

% As an alternative, and only if the charging

is equipped with one of the following vehicle

interruption button 3 is not working, you can

sockets.

unlock the vehicle using the vehicle key or

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Combo 2 vehicle socket

centrally from inside to end the charging proc-

ess. If the indicator lamp % 1 then lights

up white, the vehicle socket is unlocked for

around 30 seconds.

% The charging process can also be ended via

the multimedia system ( / page 521).

# Remove the charging cable connector from

the vehicle socket.

% If you cannot remove the charging cable con-

nector, unlock the vehicle and repeat the

unlocking procedure. If the charging cable

connector is still locked, contact a qualified

specialist workshop.

# Close the socket cover and the socket flap.

% After the charging cable connector has been

Remove cover 1 of the emergency release

disconnected, the left % indicator lamp 1

from the load compartment trim on the side.

Press the charging interruption button 2.

on the vehicle socket remains lit for some

# Pull the emergency release by cover 1 in the

The charging process is ended. The % indi-

time before switching off.

direction of the arrow.

cator lamp 1 lights up white. The vehicle

The socket flap of the vehicle socket swings

socket is unlocked.

Emergency release of the socket flap

open.

% As an alternative, and only if the charging

# Insert cover 1 back into the load compart-

If the socket flap cannot be opened due to a mal-

interruption button 2 is not working, you can

ment trim.

function, an emergency release of the socket flap

unlock the vehicle using the vehicle key or

can be performed for the charging process.

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Start the alternating current charging process

4 Remaining time until fully charged (up to the

Parking

( / page 332).

selected maximum charge level)

Parking the vehicle

5 Dynamic charge level display

6 Current charging power

Start the direct current charging process

& WARNING Risk of accident and injury

( / page 338).

caused by an insufociently secured vehi-

% The indicated remaining range 1 may vary

cle rolling away

due to various factors, style or top-

ography.

Function of the charge level display in the driver

If the vehicle is not securely parked sufo-

ciently, it can roll away in an uncontrolled way

display

When the vehicle is switched off and connected to

even at a slight downhill gradient.

the mains supply, the driver display shows the

charge level display for approximately

# On uphill or downhill gradients, turn the

two minutes.

front wheels so that the vehicle rolls

towards the kerb if it starts moving.

% The value of current charging power 6 can

differ from the display on the charging station.

# apply the parking brake.

Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the prediction for the

# Switch the transmission to position j.

remaining range 1 and the maximum state of

charge 3 are not displayed.

& WARNING Risk of fire caused by hot

exhaust system parts

Flammable materials such as leaves, grass or

1 Remaining range at current charge level

twigs may ignite.

2 Current charge level of the high-voltage bat-

# Park the vehicle so that no flammable

tery

material can come into contact with hot

3 Maximum charge level (as per the setting)

vehicle components.

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In particular, do not park on dry grass-

When leaving the vehicle, always take the

land or harvested grain fields.

SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.

# Keep the key out of reach of children.

& WARNING Accident– and risk of injury

with unsupervised children in the vehicle

* NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to it roll-

ing away

If you leave children unattended in the vehicle,

they can in particular

Always secure the vehicle against rolling

away.

R Open doors and thereby endanger other

persons or road users.

R get out of the car and are hit by trafoc.

* NOTE Damage due to the vehicle lowering

R Operate vehicle equipment and become

Vehicles with AIRMATIC or E-ACTIVE BODY

trapped, forexample.

CONTROL: The vehicle can lower because of

temperature differences or longer non-opera-

In addition, the children could also set the

tional times. This can cause damage to parts

vehicle in motion, for exampleby:

Bring the vehicle to a standstill by depressing

of the body.

the brake pedal.

R releasing the parking brake.

# When stopping the vehicle and when

# On uphill or downhill gradients, turn the front

R change the gearbox setting.

driving off, make sure that there are no

wheels so that the vehicle will roll towards the

obstacles such as curbs under or in the

R start the vehicle.

kerb if it starts moving.

immediate vicinity of the body.

Never leave children unattended in the

# Apply the electric parking brake.

vehicle.

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Engage transmission position j in a station-

The vehicle is locked using the vehicle key.

sage on the central display of the multimedia

ary vehicle with the brake pedal applied

system.

Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: the vehicle is

( / page 309).

locked via KEYLESS-GO on the door han-

The engine will continue to run in the following

# Switch off the vehicle by pressing button 1.

dle of a closed door.

cases:

Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: the vehicle is

# Release the service brake slowly.

R If the vehicle is not locked as described after

locked via the locking button on the tail-

you have left it

# Get out of the vehicle and lock it.

gate.

R If automatic shut-off is not indicated by the

% When you park the vehicle, you can still oper-

display message

% The engine will continue to run if the vehicle is

ate the side windows and the panoramic slid-

not locked as described after you have left it.

ing sunroof for approximately four minutes if

R If automatic shut-off after a period of time has

In this case, switch off the vehicle manually.

the driver's door is closed.

been deactivated via the corresponding mes-

sage on the central display

Automatic vehicle shut-off after a period of time

Automatic vehicle shut-off upon locking

(equipment-dependent)

Your vehicle is equipped with automatic engine

In this case, switch off the vehicle manually.

When the engine is running, the following display

shut-off.

message will appear on the driver's display when

When you leave the vehicle ready to drive, the

Garage door opener

you leave the vehicle or after a certain holding

vehicle will be turned off when locked under the

time in transmission position j : Vehicle is

▌Programming buttons for the garage door

following conditions:

ready to drive Shutdown occurs when locked or

opener

R The ignition is switched on or the engine is

automatically in XX mins

running.

The vehicle will then switch off automatically after

& DANGER Risk of fatal injuries due to

R Transmission position j is engaged.

a total holding time of 20 minutes.

exhaust gases

R The driver's door is closed.

% To avoid automatic shut-off after a period of

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust

time, acknowledge the corresponding mes-

R In addition, one of the following conditions

gases such as carbon monoxide. Breathing in

must be fulfilled:

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Requirements

Press and hold button 1, 2 or 3 that you

these exhaust gases is hazardous to health

R The vehicle has been parked outside the

wish to program.

and results in poisoning.

garage or outside the range of movement of

Indicator lamp 4 flashes yellow.

# Never leave the engine and, if present,

the door.

the stationary heater, running in an

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

R The vehicle is switched on.

enclosed space without sufocient venti-

cator lamp flashes yellow.

lation.

R The vehicle has not been started.

# Release the previously pressed button.

Indicator lamp 4 continues to flash yellow.

% The garage door opener function is always

& WARNING Risk of injury by becoming

available when the vehicle is switched on.

# Point remote control 5 from a distance of

trapped when opening and closing a

1 cm to 8 cm towards button 1, 2 or 3.

garage door

# Press and hold button 6 of remote control

When you operate or program a garage door

5 until one of the following signals appears:

with an integrated garage door opener, per-

R Indicator lamp 4 lights up green continu-

sons can become trapped or struck by the

ously. Programming is complete.

garage door if they stand within its range of

R Indicator lamp 4 flashes green. Program-

movement.

ming was successful. Additionally, syn-

# Always make sure that nobody is within

chronisation of the rolling code with the

the range of the garage door's move-

door system must be carried out.

ment.

# If indicator lamp 4 does not light up or flash

green: repeat the procedure.

Before programming the garage door opener, park

the vehicle outside the garage. Make sure that the

# Release all of the buttons.

vehicle is switched on but not started.

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% The remote control for the door drive is not

garage door if they stand within its range of

included in the scope of delivery of the garage

movement.

door opener.

# Always make sure that nobody is within

▌Synchronising the rolling code

the range of the garage door's move-

ment.

& DANGER Risk of fatal injuries due to

Before programming the garage door opener, park

exhaust gases

the vehicle outside the garage. Make sure that the

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust

vehicle is switched on but not started.

gases such as carbon monoxide. Breathing in

these exhaust gases is hazardous to health

Requirements

and results in poisoning.

R The door system uses a rolling code.

# Never leave the engine and, if present,

R The vehicle must be within range of the garage

the stationary heater, running in an

door or door drive.

enclosed space without sufocient venti-

R The vehicle as well as persons and objects are

lation.

located outside the range of movement of the

Press the programming button on the door

door.

drive unit.

& WARNING Risk of injury by becoming

Initiate the next step within approximately

% The garage door opener function is always

trapped when opening and closing a

30 seconds.

available when the vehicle is switched on.

garage door

# Press previously programmed button 1, 2

When you operate or program a garage door

or 3 repeatedly until the door closes.

with an integrated garage door opener, per-

When the door closes, programming is com-

sons can become trapped or struck by the

pleted.

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% Please also read the operating instructions for

Replace the batteries in the remote control

garage door if they stand within its range of

the door drive.

movement.

# Hold remote control 5 at various angles from

▌Troubleshooting when programming the remote

# Always make sure that nobody is within

a distance of 1 cm to 8 cm front of the inside

the range of the garage door's move-

control

rearview mirror. You should test every position

ment.

for at least 25 seconds before trying another

& DANGER Risk of fatal injuries due to

position.

Before programming the garage door opener, park

exhaust gases

the vehicle outside the garage. Make sure that the

# Hold remote control 5 at the same angles at

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust

vehicle is switched on but not started.

various distances in front of the rearview mir-

gases such as carbon monoxide. Breathing in

ror. You should test every position for at least

% The garage door opener is always available

these exhaust gases is hazardous to health

25 seconds before trying another position.

when the vehicle is switched on.

and results in poisoning.

# Press the button 6 on the remote control 5

# Never leave the engine and, if present,

again before transmission ends on remote

the stationary heater, running in an

controls that transmit only for a limited period.

enclosed space without sufocient venti-

# Angle the aerial line of the garage door opener

lation.

unit towards the remote control.

% It is possible that older garage doors cannot

& WARNING Risk of injury by becoming

be operated using the remote control in the

trapped when opening and closing a

inside rearview mirror even after you have

garage door

successfully performed the measures descri-

When you operate or program a garage door

bed above. If this is the case, contact the

with an integrated garage door opener, per-

HomeLink ® Hotline.

Check if the transmitter frequency of the

sons can become trapped or struck by the

remote control 5 is supported.

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% Support and additional programming informa-

& WARNING Risk of injury by becoming

tion:

trapped when opening and closing a

garage door

R with the HomeLink ® Hotline on (0) 0800

046 635 465 or +49 (0) 7132 3455 733

When you operate or program a garage door

(chargeable)

with an integrated garage door opener, per-

R on the Internet at

sons can become trapped or struck by the

garage door if they stand within its range of

movement.

▌Opening or closing the garage door

# Always make sure that nobody is within

the range of the garage door's move-

& DANGER Risk of fatal injuries due to

ment.

exhaust gases

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust

Before programming the garage door opener, park

gases such as carbon monoxide. Breathing in

the vehicle outside the garage. Make sure that the

these exhaust gases is hazardous to health

vehicle is switched on but not started.

and results in poisoning.

Press and hold buttons 1, 2 or 3 until the

Requirements

door opens or closes.

# Never leave the engine and, if present,

R The corresponding button is programmed to

the stationary heater, running in an

# If the indicator lamp 4 flashes yellow after

operate the door.

enclosed space without sufocient venti-

approx. 20 seconds: Press the previously

% The garage door opener function is always

lation.

pressed button again and keep it pressed until

available when the vehicle is switched on.

the door opens or closes.

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▌Clearing the garage door opener memory

Press and hold buttons 1 and 3.

Always make sure that nobody is within

Indicator lamp 4 lights up yellow.

the range of the garage door's move-

& DANGER Risk of fatal injuries due to

ment.

# If indicator lamp 4 flashes green: release

exhaust gases

buttons 1 and 3.

Before programming the garage door opener, park

The entire memory has been deleted.

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust

the vehicle outside the garage. Make sure that the

gases such as carbon monoxide. Breathing in

vehicle is switched on but not started.

these exhaust gases is hazardous to health

Electric parking brake

and results in poisoning.

% The garage door opener function is always

available when the vehicle is switched on.

▌Function of the electric parking brake (applying

# Never leave the engine and, if present,

automatically)

the stationary heater, running in an

enclosed space without sufocient venti-

lation.

& WARNING Accident– and risk of injury

with unsupervised children in the vehicle

& WARNING Risk of injury by becoming

If you leave children unattended in the vehicle,

trapped when opening and closing a

they can in particular

garage door

R Open doors and thereby endanger other

When you operate or program a garage door

persons or road users.

with an integrated garage door opener, per-

R get out of the car and are hit by trafoc.

sons can become trapped or struck by the

R Operate vehicle equipment and become

garage door if they stand within its range of

trapped, forexample.

movement.

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In the following situations, the electric parking

% The electric parking brake is not automatically

In addition, the children could also set the

applied if the vehicle is switched off by the

brake is also applied:

vehicle in motion, for exampleby:

ECO start/stop function.

R The HOLD function is keeping the vehicle sta-

R releasing the parking brake.

tionary.

▌Function of the electric parking brake (releas-

R change the gearbox setting.

R Active Parking Assist is keeping the vehicle

ing automatically)

R start the vehicle.

stationary.

The electric parking brake is released when the

R Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is bringing

Never leave children unattended in the

following conditions are fulfilled:

the vehicle to a standstill.

vehicle.

R The driver's door is closed.

R In addition, one of the following conditions

# When leaving the vehicle, always take the

R The vehicle has been started.

must be fulfilled:

SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.

R The transmission is in position h or k and

The vehicle is switched off.

# Keep the key out of reach of children.

you depress the accelerator pedal or you shift

The seat belt tongue is not inserted in the

from transmission position j to h or k

The electric parking brake is applied if the trans-

seat belt buckle of the driver's seat and

when on level ground.

mission is in position j and one of the following

the driver's door is opened.

R If the transmission is in position k, the tail-

conditions is fulfilled:

There is a system malfunction.

gate must be closed.

R The vehicle is switched off.

The power supply is insufocient.

R The seat belt tongue is inserted into the seat

R The seat belt tongue is not inserted in the seat

The vehicle is stationary for a lengthy

belt buckle of the driver's seat.

belt buckle of the driver's seat and the driver's

period.

door is opened.

If the seat belt tongue is not inserted into the

When the electric parking brake is applied, the

seat belt buckle of the driver's seat, one of the

% To prevent application: pull the handle of the

red ! indicator lamp lights up in the driver's

following conditions must be fulfilled:

electric parking brake ( / page 352).

display.

You shift from transmission position j.

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You have previously driven at speeds

Applying

R change the gearbox setting.

greater than 3 km/h.

R start the vehicle.

When the electric parking brake is released, the

Never leave children unattended in the

red ! indicator lamp in the driver's display

vehicle.

goes out.

# When leaving the vehicle, always take the

▌Applying/releasing the electric parking brake

SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.

manually

# Keep the key out of reach of children.

& WARNING Accident– and risk of injury

with unsupervised children in the vehicle

If you leave children unattended in the vehicle,

they can in particular

R Open doors and thereby endanger other

persons or road users.

R get out of the car and are hit by trafoc.

Push handle 1.

R Operate vehicle equipment and become

The red ! indicator lamp lights up in the

trapped, forexample.

driver's display.

In addition, the children could also set the

% The electric parking brake is only securely

vehicle in motion, for exampleby:

applied if the red ! indicator lamp is lit

R releasing the parking brake.

continuously.

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▌Emergency braking

Releasing

red ! indicator lamp lights up in the driv-

er's display.

Information on collision detection on a parked

vehicle

If a collision is detected on the locked vehicle

when towing protection is switched on, and the

collision detection is switched on, when the vehi-

cle is switched on, you will receive a message in

the multimedia system.

You will receive information about the following

points:

R The area of the vehicle that may have been

damaged.

R The force of the impact.

Switch on the vehicle.

Press and hold handle 1.

The following situation can lead to inadvertent

As long as the vehicle is in motion, the

Pull handle 1.

activation:

Release parking brake message is displayed

The red ! indicator lamp in the driver's

R Forexample, the parked vehicle is moved to a

and the red ! indicator lamp flashes.

display goes out.

two-storey garage.

When the vehicle has been braked to a stand-

still, the electric parking brake is applied. The

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% Deactivate tow-away protection to prevent

Select Upload automatically.

Setting collision detection for a parked vehicle

accidental activation. If you deactivate tow-

Scan the generated QR code on the media

Multimedia system:

away protection, collision detection will also

display with the Mercedes me app.

4 © 5 Settings 5 Vehicle

be deactivated.

The encrypted collision photos will then be

You can permanently deactivate collision

5 Open/close 5 Vehicle protection

uploaded to Mercedes me.

detection via the multimedia system

# Activate or deactivate the function via Colli-

% Any device that can scan QR codes can be

( / page 354).

sion notification.

used to view the collision photos in the

System limits

Mercedes me app.

% A maximum of three incidents can be regis-

tered. Up to 15 photos are taken for every

Detection may be restricted in the following situa-

Copying the collision photos to a USB flash drive

incident. In the event of another incident, the

tions:

# Connect a USB flash drive ( / page 620).

photos of the first incident will be overwritten

R the vehicle is damaged without impact,

if they have not been deleted already.

# Select Manage collision photos.

forexample, if an outside mirror is torn off or

# Select Copy (USB).

Activating or deactivating the collision photos

the paint is damaged by a key

All collision photos are copied to the USB

function

R an impact occurs at low speed

flash drive.

Please note that legal restrictions regarding auto-

R the electric parking brake is not applied

matic recording of the vehicle surroundings may

% Only use FAT32 or exFAT formatted USB stor-

be in place in certain countries.

age devices to ensure secure operation.

% You are responsible for your vehicle. Convince

yourself that your vehicle is free of damage

# Activate or deactivate Collision photos.

Deleting collision photos

and roadworthy.

Transferring the collision photos with the

# Select Manage collision photos.

Mercedes me app

# Select Delete.

# Select Upload collision photos.

All collision photos are deleted.

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Notes on parking up the vehicle

R The ATA (anti-theft alarm system) is not availa-

% Standby mode is automatically deactivated

ble.

when the vehicle is switched on.

If you leave the vehicle parked up for longer than

R The interior protection and tow-away protec-

▌Activating/deactivating standby mode (parking

six weeks, it may suffer damage through disuse.

tion functions are not available.

up the vehicle)

The 12 V battery may also be impaired or dam-

R The function for detecting collisions on a

aged by heavy discharging.

Requirements:

parked vehicle is not available.

% Further information can be obtained at a

R The power supply is switched on.

qualified specialist workshop.

If the following conditions are fulfilled, standby

R The vehicle is not switched on.

mode can be activated or deactivated using the

Multimedia system:

multimedia system:

Standby mode (extension of the starter battery's

4 © 5 Settings 5 Vehicle

R The vehicle is switched on.

period out of use)

5 Other functions

R The vehicle has not been started.

▌Standby mode function

# Activate or deactivate Standby mode.

Exceeding the vehicle's displayed non-operational

% This function is not available for all models.

time may cause inconvenience; i.e. it cannot be

If standby mode is activated, energy loss will be

guaranteed that the starter battery will reliably

Driving and driving safety systems

minimised during extended periods of non-opera-

start the vehicle.

tion.

Driving systems and your responsibility

Charge the starter battery in the following situa-

Standby mode is characterised by the following:

Your vehicle is equipped with driving systems

tions:

which assist you in driving, parking and manoeu-

R The starter battery is preserved.

R If the vehicle's non-operational time needs to

vring the vehicle. The driving systems are only

R The maximum non-operational time appears

be extended.

aids. They are not a substitute for you paying

on the driver's display.

R If the starter battery charge level is insufocient

attention to your surroundings and do not relieve

R The connection to online services is interrup-

for standby mode.

you of your responsibility pertaining to road trafoc

ted.

law. The driver is always responsible for maintain-

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ing a safe distance to the vehicle in front, for vehi-

& WARNING Risk of accident due to restric-

cle speed, for braking in good time and for staying

ted detection performance of vehicle sen-

in lane. Pay attention to the trafoc conditions at

sors and cameras

all times and intervene when necessary. Be aware

If the area around vehicle sensors or cameras

of the limitations regarding the safe use of these

is covered, damaged or dirty, certain driving

systems.

and safety systems cannot function correctly.

Driving systems can neither reduce the risk of

There is a risk of an accident.

accident if you fail to adapt your driving style nor

# Keep the area around vehicle sensors or

override the laws of physics. They cannot always

cameras clear of any obstructions and

take into account road, weather or trafoc condi-

clean.

tions.

# Have damage to the bumper, radiator

% Some driving systems can regulate or limit the

grille or stone chipping in the area of the

speed to a previously set value. Draw atten-

front and rear windows repaired at a

tion to the stored speed when changing driv-

qualified specialist workshop.

ers.

1 Multifunction camera

Particularly, keep the areas around the sensors

Information on vehicle sensors and cameras

2 Cameras in the outside mirrors

and cameras free of dirt, ice or slush

( / page 649). The sensors and cameras must

3 Front radar

Some driving and driving safety systems use cam-

not be covered and the detection ranges around

eras as well as radar or ultrasonic sensors to

4 Front camera

them must be kept free. Do not attach additional

monitor the area in front of, behind or next to the

5 Corner radars

licence plate brackets, advertisements, stickers,

vehicle.

foils or foils to protect against stone chippings in

6 Ultrasonic sensors

the detection range of the sensors and cameras.

7 Reversing camera

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Make sure there are no overhanging loads pro-

only available in some countries. Some func-

R ESP ® trailer stabilisation ( / page 362)

truding into the detection range.

tions are also available without the Driving

R EBD ( / page 365)

Assistance Package, albeit with restricted

If there is damage to a bumper or the radiator

R STEER CONTROL ( / page 365)

functionality.

grille, or after an impact, have the function of the

R HOLD function ( / page 365)

sensors checked at a qualified specialist work-

R Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

shop. Have damage or stone chipping in the area

( / page 372)

R Hill Start Assist ( / page 366)

of the cameras on the front and rear windows

R Active Speed Limit Assist ( / page 378)

R Adaptive Brake Lights ( / page 367)

repaired at a qualified specialist workshop.

R Route-based speed adaptation ( / page 378)

R ATTENTION ASSIST ( / page 367)

% The reversing camera can extend and retract

R DSR ( / page 381)

R Cruise control ( / page 368)

automatically for the purpose of calibration,

even though there is no camera image in the

R Active Brake Assist ( / page 387)

R Limiter ( / page 369)

display.

R Active Steering Assist ( / page 383)

R Speed Limit Assist (country-dependent)

( / page 392)

R Active Emergency Stop Assist ( / page 385)

Overview of driving systems and driving safety

R Trafoc Sign Assist ( / page 395)

R Active Stop-and-Go Assist (country-depend-

systems

ent) ( / page 380)

R Trafoc light view ( / page 400)

R ABS ( / page 358)

R Blind Spot Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist

R AIRMATIC ( / page 406)

with exit warning ( / page 400)

R Off-road ABS ( / page 358)

R E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL ( / page 413)

R Active Lane Keeping Assist ( / page 403)

R BAS ( / page 358)

R AMG RIDE CONTROL + ( / page 420)

R PRE-SAFE ® Impulse Side ( / page 118)

R ESP ® ( / page 359)

R AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL ( / page 422)

R ESP ® (Mercedes-AMG vehicles)

Parking Package

Driving Assistance Package

( / page 360)

% The availability of individual functions depends

% The following functions are part of the Driving

R ESP ® Crosswind Assist ( / page 362)

on country and equipment.

Assistance Package. Certain functions are

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R Reversing camera ( / page 424)

R ABS may be impaired or may not function if a

Function of BAS

malfunction has occurred and the yellow !

R 360° Camera ( / page 426)

ABS warning lamp lights up continuously after

& WARNING Risk of an accident caused by a

R Parking Assist PARKTRONIC ( / page 433)

the vehicle is started.

malfunction in BAS (Brake Assist System)

R Active Parking Assist ( / page 436)

If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance

R Trailer Manoeuvering Assist ( / page 445)

Function of off-road ABS

in an emergency braking situation is

increased.

% Off-road ABS is activated automatically when

Function of ABS

# Depress the brake pedal with full force in

you select the F drive program.

emergency braking situations. ABS pre-

The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) regulates the

Off-road ABS is specially adapted for driving off-

vents the wheels from locking.

brake pressure in critical driving situations:

road:

R During braking, for instance, at maximum full-

The Brake Assist System (BAS) supports your

R The front wheels lock cyclically during braking.

stop braking or if there is insufocient tyre trac-

emergency braking situation with additional brake

R The braking distance is shortened due to the

tion, the wheels are prevented from locking.

force.

digging-in effect.

R Vehicle steerability while braking is ensured.

If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS is

System limits

activated:

If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel a

R Off-road ABS functions at speeds below

R BAS automatically boosts the brake pressure.

pulsing in the brake pedal. The pulsating brake

40 km/h.

pedal can be an indication of hazardous road con-

R BAS can shorten the braking distance.

R If Off-road ABS intervenes, the ability to steer

ditions and can serve as a reminder to take extra

may be restricted.

R ABS prevents the wheels from locking.

care while driving.

The brakes will function as usual once you release

System limits

the brake pedal. BAS is deactivated.

R ABS is active from speeds of approximately

5 km/h.

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% Spinning the wheels results in a cutting

Function of ESP ®

When ESP ® is deactivated, the å warning

action, which enhances traction.

lamp lights up continuously:

& WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP ® is

If the ÷ warning lamp lights up continuously,

R Driving stability will no longer be improved.

deactivated

ESP ® is not available due to a malfunction.

R The drive wheels could spin.

Observe the following information:

If you deactivate ESP ® , ESP ® cannot carry out

R ETS/4ETS traction control is still active.

vehicle stabilisation.

R warning and indicator lamps ( / page 952)

% When ESP ® is deactivated, you are still assis-

# ESP ® should only be deactivated in the

R Display messages ( / page 861)

ted by ESP ® when braking.

following situations.

ETS/4ETS

When the ÷ warning lamp flashes, one or sev-

ETS/4ETS traction control (Electronic Traction

The Electronic Stability Program (ESP ® ) can moni-

eral wheels has reached its grip limit:

System) is part of ESP ® and makes it possible to

tor and improve driving stability and traction in

R Adapt your driving style to suit the current

pull away and accelerate on a slippery carriage-

the following situations within physical limits:

road and weather conditions.

way.

R When pulling away on wet or slippery carriage-

R Do not deactivate ESP ® .

If you select drive program F a special ETS/

ways.

R Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as is

4ETS system specifically suited to off-road terrain

R When braking.

necessary when pulling away.

is automatically activated.

If the vehicle deviates from the direction desired

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

Deactivate ESP ® in the following situations to

by the driver, ESP ® can stabilise the vehicle by

intervening in the following ways:

improve traction:

intervening in the following ways:

R The drive wheels are braked individually if they

R When using snow chains.

spin.

R One or more wheels are braked.

R In deep snow.

R More drive torque is transferred to the wheel

R The engine output is adapted according to the

R On sand or gravel.

or wheels with traction.

situation.

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trailer combination begins to sway from side

R Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as

Influence of drive programs on ESP ®

to side.

necessary.

The drive programs enable ESP ® to adapt to dif-

ferent weather and road conditions as well as the

R When there is a strong crosswind and a driving

Characteristics of ESP ® SPORT

driver's preferred driving style. Depending on the

speed of approximately 80 km/h to

selected drive program, the appropriate

200 km/h.

& WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP ® SPORT

ESP( / page 302) ® mode will be activated.

is used incorrectly

ESP ® can stabilise the vehicle by intervening in

the following ways:

When you activate ESP ® SPORT, there is an

Function of ESP ® (Mercedes-AMG vehicles)

increased risk of skidding and having an acci-

R One or more wheels are braked.

dent.

You can choose between the following modes of

R The engine output is adapted according to the

the Electronic Stability Program (ESP ® ):

situation.

# Activate ESP ® SPORT only in the circum-

stances described below.

R The drive system output is adapted according

R ESP ® ON

to the situation.

R ESP ® SPORT

If ESP ® SPORT is selected, the warning lamps

ESP ® is activated every time the engine is started,

å and Æ light up continuously.

R ESP ® OFF

regardless of whether ESP ® SPORT or ESP ® OFF

Select ESP ® SPORT when the vehicle's inherent

Characteristics when ESP ® is activated

was selected.

oversteering and understeering characteristics

ESP ® monitors and improves driving stability and

When the ÷ warning lamp flashes, one or sev-

are desired, e.g. on cordoned-off roads.

traction, particularly in the following situations:

eral wheels has reached its grip limit:

Driving with ESP ® SPORT or with ESP ® deactiva-

R When moving off on wet or slippery roads.

R Adapt the driving style to suit the prevailing

ted requires an extremely skilled and experienced

road and weather conditions.

driver.

R When braking.

R Do not deactivate ESP ® under any circumstan-

If ESP ® SPORT is activated and one or more

R Vehicles with trailer coupling: in trailer opera-

ces.

wheels start to spin, the ÷warning lamp

tion from speeds of 65 km/h, if the vehicle/

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flashes. ESP ® then only stabilises the vehicle to a

Characteristics when ESP ® is deactivated

It may be best to activate ESP ® SPORT or deacti-

limited degree.

vate ESP ® in the following situations:

& WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP ® is

ESP ® SPORT also has the following characteris-

R When using snow chains.

deactivated

tics:

R In deep snow.

If you deactivate ESP ® , ESP ® cannot carry out

R ESP ® only improves driving stability to a limi-

R On sand or gravel.

vehicle stabilisation.

ted degree.

% Spinning the wheels results in a cutting

# ESP ® should only be deactivated in the

R ETS/4ETS traction control is still active.

action, which enhances traction.

following situations.

R The engine's torque is only restricted to a limi-

% Activate ESP ® as soon as the situations

ted degree and the drive wheels can spin.

If ESP ® is switched off, the å and ¤ warn-

described above no longer apply. ESP ® will

The power of the drive system is only slightly

ing lamps light up continuously.

otherwise not be able to stabilise the vehicle

limited according to the situation, and the

if the vehicle starts to skid or a wheel starts

Deactivating ESP ® has the following effects:

drive wheels can spin.

to spin.

R Driving stability will no longer be improved.

The spinning of the wheels results in a cutting

If the warning lamp ÷ lights up continuously,

action for better traction on loose surfaces.

R The drive wheels could spin.

ESP ® is not available owing to a malfunction.

R ESP ® continues to provide assistance when

R ETS/4ETS traction control is still active.

Observe the display messages and warning and

the brakes are firmly applied.

R Vehicles with trailer coupling: stabilisation of

indicator lamps which are displayed

R Vehicles with trailer coupling: stabilisation of

the vehicle/trailer combination is no longer

R Indicator and warning lamps ( / page 952)

the vehicle/trailer combination is no longer

active.

R Display messages ( / page 861)

active.

R Crosswind Assist is no longer active.

ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System)

% Even when ESP ® is deactivated, you are still

ETS/4ETS traction control is part of ESP ® .

assisted by ESP ® when braking hard.

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

Function of ESP ® trailer stabilisation

ESP ® trailer stabilisation may be impaired or may

intervening in the following ways:

not function if:

& WARNING Risk of accident in poor road

R The drive wheels are braked individually if they

R The trailer is not connected correctly or is not

and weather conditions

spin.

detected properly by the vehicle.

In poor road and weather conditions, the

R More drive torque is transferred to the wheel

trailer stabilisation cannot prevent lurching of

or wheels with traction.

Activating / deactivating ESP ® (Electronic Stabil-

the vehicle/trailer combination. Trailers with a

ity Program)

high centre of gravity may tip over before

Function of ESP ® Crosswind Assist

ESP ® detects this.

Multimedia system:

ESP ® Crosswind Assist detects sudden gusts of

# Always adapt your driving style to suit

4 © 5 ß 5 y

the current road and weather conditions.

side wind and helps the driver to keep the vehicle

% ESP ® can only be activated/deactivated using

in the lane:

quick access when at least one other function

When driving with a trailer, ESP ® can stabilise

is available in quick access. ESP ® can other-

R ESP ® Crosswind Assist is active at vehicle

your vehicle if the trailer begins to swerve from

wise be found in the Assistance menu.

speeds between approx. 80 km/h and

side to side:

200 km/h when driving straight ahead or cor-

# Select ESP.

nering slightly.

R ESP ® trailer stabilisation is active above

# Select On or Off.

speeds of 65 km/h.

R The vehicle is stabilised by means of individual

brake application on one side.

If the ESP ® OFF å warning lamp lights up con-

R Slight swerving is reduced by means of a tar-

geted, individual brake application on one

tinuously, ESP ® is deactivated.

side.

Note the information on warning lamps and dis-

R In the event of severe swerving, the operating

play messages that may appear in the driver dis-

energy output is also reduced and all wheels

play.

are braked.

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The lane colour of the å button symbol indi-

Setting ESP ® with the steering-wheel button

% In the drive program I if you deactivate ®

cates the current setting:

ESP ¤, AMG Dynamics automatically

% You can also adjust ESP ® ( / page 364) via

shifts to the Master level.

R å (blue): ESP ® ON

the multimedia system.

In the drive programs ë and F if you

R å (yellow): ESP ® SPORT

deactivate ® ESP ¤, AMG Dynamics auto-

R å (red): ESP ® OFF

matically shifts to the Slide or Traction level.

# To activate ESP ® : briefly press button 2

To adjust ESP ® SPORT: briefly press button

when ESP ® SPORT is selected or ESP ® is

2 when ESP ® is activated.

deactivated.

The road in the å button symbol lights up

yellow.

blue.

The å and Æ warning lamps appear in

The å and Æ or ¤ warning lamps

the driver's display.

go out.

% In the drive programs ë and F if you

Set ® ESP: press the upper or lower display

When the ÷ symbol is shown with a red ! on

select ESP ® in SPORT Æ, AMG Dynamics

button 1 repeatedly, until it displays the

the display button, ESP ® is malfunctioning.

automatically shifts to the Slide or Traction

å symbol.

Observe the information on warning lamps and

level.

display messages which are shown in the driver's

% If the display button does not show the sym-

# To deactivate ESP ® : Set ESP ® SPORT, then

display.

bol, then it is hidden. How functions are dis-

press the 2 button for a long time.

played and the order in which they are dis-

The road in the å button symbol lights up

played can be set in the multimedia system

red.

( / page 296).

The å and ¤ warning lamps appear in

the driver's display.

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To activate ESP: briefly press å in

Setting ESP ® in the multimedia system

Deactivating/activating ESP ® (with Off-road pack-

ESP SPORT or if ESP is deactivated.

age or E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL)

Multimedia system:

The road in the å button symbol lights up

4 © 5 Settings 5 Vehicle

in blue.

5 DYNAMIC SELECT

The å and Æ or ¤ warning lamps

% The AMG DYNAMIC SELECT menu can also

go out.

be accessed via the DYNAMIC SELECT but-

% You can also adjust ESP via the steering-

ton.

wheel button ( / page 363).

ESP is always active when the vehicle is started.

The road in the å button symbol lights up in

blue.

# To set ESP SPORT: with ESP activated, briefly

press å to change to the Sport program.

The road in the å button symbol lights up

in yellow.

# To deactivate ESP : set the ESP SPORT pro-

gram and press and hold å to deactivate

ESP.

Pull rocker switch 1.

The road in the å button symbol lights up

in red. The å and ¤ warning lamps

ESP ® is deactivated if the å ESP ® OFF warn-

appear in the driver display.

ing lamp lights up continuously in the driver's dis-

play.

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Observe the information on warning lamps and

Mercedes-AMG vehicles: if you brake and both

The HOLD function is only an aid. The responsibil-

display messages which are shown in the driver's

right wheels or both left wheels are on a wet or

ity for the vehicle safely standing still remains with

display.

slippery road surface, you will receive a steering

the driver.

recommendation. If the vehicle is skidding, you

System limits

will not receive a steering recommendation.

Function of EBD

The HOLD function is only intended to provide

System limits

assistance when driving and is not a sufocient

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) is charac-

means of safeguarding the vehicle against rolling

STEER CONTROL may be impaired or may not

terised by the following:

away when stationary.

function in the following situations:

R Monitoring and regulating the brake pressure

R The incline must not be greater than 30%.

R ESP ® is deactivated.

on the rear wheels.

▌Activating/deactivating the HOLD function

R Improved driving stability when braking, espe-

R ESP ® is malfunctioning.

cially on bends.

R The steering is malfunctioning.

& WARNING Risk of an accident due to the

HOLD function being active when you

If ESP ® is malfunctioning, you will be assisted fur-

Function of STEER CONTROL

leave the vehicle

ther by the power steering.

STEER CONTROL assists you by transmitting a

If the vehicle is only braked with the HOLD

noticeable steering force to the steering wheel in

function it could, in the following situations,

HOLD function

the direction required for vehicle stabilisation.

roll away:

▌HOLD function

This steering recommendation is given in the fol-

R If there is a malfunction in the system or in

The HOLD function holds the vehicle at a stand-

lowing situations:

the power supply.

still without requiring you to depress the brake

R both right wheels or both left wheels are on a

R If the HOLD function is deactivated by

pedal, e.g. while waiting in trafoc.

wet or slippery road surface when you brake

depressing the accelerator pedal or brake

R the vehicle starts to skid

pedal, e.g. by a vehicle occupant.

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Depress the brake pedal until the ë display

Immediately depress the brake pedal firmly

Always secure the vehicle against rolling

disappears from the driver's display.

until the warning message disappears.

away before you leave it.

The HOLD function is deactivated.

The HOLD function is deactivated in the following

Requirements

# Additionally secure the vehicle against rolling

situations:

R The vehicle is stationary.

away.

R Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is activa-

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

ted.

the driver's side is fastened.

Function of Hill Start Assist

R The transmission is shifted to position j.

R The vehicle has been started or has been

R The vehicle is secured with the electric park-

automatically switched off by the ECO start/

& WARNING Risk of accident and injury due

ing brake.

stop function.

to the vehicle rolling away

In the following situations, the vehicle is held by

R The electric parking brake is released.

After a short time, Hill Start Assist no longer

transmission position j and/or by the electric

holds the vehicle.

R Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deactiva-

parking brake:

ted.

# Swiftly move your foot from the brake

R The seat belt is unfastened and the driver's

pedal to the accelerator pedal. Do not

R The transmission is in position h, k or i.

door is opened.

leave the vehicle when it is being held by

Activating the HOLD function

Hill Start Assist.

R The vehicle is switched off.

# Depress the brake pedal, and after a short

R There is a system malfunction.

Hill Start Assist holds the vehicle for a short time

time quickly depress further until the ë

R The power supply is insufocient.

display appears in the driver's display.

when pulling away on a hill under the following

conditions:

# Release the brake pedal.

In addition, the Brake immediately message may

appear in the driver's display and a horn tone may

R The transmission is in position h or k.

Deactivating the HOLD function

sound at regular intervals.

R The electric parking brake is released.

# Depress the accelerator pedal to pull away.

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This gives you enough time to move your foot

in concentration on the driver's part are detected,

from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal and

the system suggests taking a break.

depress it before the vehicle begins to roll away.

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-res-

Function of Adaptive Brake Lights

ted and attentive driver. On long journeys, take

Adaptive Brake Lights warn following trafoc in an

regular breaks in good time that allow for ade-

emergency braking situation with the following

quate recovery.

actions:

You can choose between two settings:

R flashing the brake lamps

R Standard: normal system sensitivity.

The following information is displayed in the driv-

R activating the hazard warning lights

R Sensitive: higher system sensitivity. The driver

er's display:

( / page 55)

was warned earlier, and the attention level

R The length of the journey since the last break

detected by ATTENTION ASSIST has adapted

If the vehicle is braked sharply from speeds above

R the attention level determined by ATTENTION

accordingly.

50 km/h, the brake lamps flash rapidly. This pro-

ASSIST

vides trafoc travelling behind you with an even

If drowsiness or increasing lapses in concentra-

more noticeable warning.

The more segments 1 of the circle displayed,

tion are detected, the ATTENTION ASSIST: Take

the higher the detected attention level. Fewer seg-

a break! warning appears on the driver's display.

ments 1 are displayed in the circle as the atten-

You can acknowledge the message and take a

ATTENTION ASSIST

tion level decreases.

break where necessary. If you do not take a break

▌Function of ATTENTION ASSIST

and ATTENTION ASSIST continues to detect

If the ATTENTION ASSIST is unable to calculate

ATTENTION ASSIST assists you on long, monoto-

increasing lapses in concentration, you will be

the attention level and cannot issue a warning,

nous journeys, e.g. on motorways and trunk

warned again after a minimum of 15 minutes.

the System suspended message appears.

roads. If indicators of fatigue or increasing lapses

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If the driver display shows a warning, a service

R If the Steering Assist function of Active Dis-

Select Standard or Sensitive.

area search is offered in the MBUX multimedia

tance Assist DISTRONIC is active.

system. You can select a rest area and start navi-

R If the clock is set to the incorrect time.

Cruise control and limiter

gation to this rest area.

R If you change lanes and vary your speed fre-

▌Function of cruise control

When you restart the vehicle, ATTENTION ASSIST

quently in active driving situations.

is automatically switched on. The last selected

Cruise control regulates the speed to the value

Also, observe any information regarding display

sensitivity level remains stored.

selected by the driver.

messages that can be displayed in the driver's

Forexample, the stored speed is not deleted if you

System limits

display.

accelerate to overtake. If you remove your foot

ATTENTION ASSIST is active in the 60 km/h to

The ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness or alertness

from the accelerator pedal after overtaking, cruise

200 km/h speed range.

assessment is reset and restarted when continu-

control will resume speed regulation back to the

If the system is unavailable due to a fault, the

stored speed.

ing the journey in the following situations:

ATTENTION ASSIST Û warning light continu-

You can store any speed above 20 km/h up to the

R You switch off the vehicle.

ously illuminates the driver display.

maximum design speed or up to the set winter

R If you unfasten your seat belt and open the

Particularly in the following situations, ATTENTION

tyre limit.

driver's door (e.g. to change drivers or take a

ASSIST only functions in a restricted manner and

Observe the notes on driving systems and your

break).

warnings may be delayed or not occur:

responsibility; you may otherwise fail to recognise

▌Setting ATTENTION ASSIST

R If you have been driving for less than approx-

dangers ( / page 355).

Multimedia system:

imately 30 minutes.

Mercedes‑AMG vehicles: cruise control is availa-

4 © 5 Settings 5 Assistance

R If the road condition is poor (uneven road sur-

ble up to a maximum speed of 250 km/h.

face or potholes).

5 Assistance 5 ATTENTION ASSIST

Displays in the driver's display

R If there is a strong side wind.

Setting the sensitivity

h Grey: cruise control is selected but not yet

R If you adopt a sporty driving style (high corner-

active or temporarily passive.

# Select Z next to ATTENTION ASSIST.

ing speeds or high acceleration rates).

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h Green: cruise control is active.

▌Function of the limiter

M Flashing grey: variable limiter is temporarily

passive.

The limiter restricts the speed of the vehicle. To

A stored speed appears under the h display

reduce the speed to the set speed, the limiter

M Green: variable limiter is activated.

and is indicated in the speedometer.

applies the brakes automatically.

A stored speed appears under the M display

System limits

You can limit the speed as follows:

and is indicated in the speedometer.

Cruise control may be unable to maintain the

R Variable: for short-term limitation of the driv-

If you depress the accelerator pedal beyond the

stored speed on uphill gradients. The stored

ing speed, e.g. in built-up areas

pressure point (kickdown), the variable limiter

speed is resumed when the gradient evens out.

R Permanent: for a longer-term speed restric-

switches to passive mode. The message M

Change into a lower gear in good time on long and

tion, e.g. in winter tyre mode

passive appears in the driver's display, and the

steep downhill gradients. Take particular note of

indicator M flashes.

this when driving a laden vehicle. Doing so will

You can store any speed above 20 km/h up to the

make use of the engine's braking effect. This

maximum design speed or up to the set winter

The variable limiter is reactivated in the following

relieves the load on the brake system and pre-

tyre limit. You can also perform settings while the

situations:

vents the brakes from overheating and wearing

vehicle is stationary if the vehicle has been star-

R If the vehicle speed drops below the stored

too quickly.

ted.

speed.

Do not use cruise control in the following situa-

Observe the notes on driving systems and your

R If the stored speed is called up.

tions:

responsibility; you may otherwise fail to recognise

R If you store a new speed.

dangers ( / page 355).

R In trafoc situations which require frequent

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

Mercedes‑AMG vehicles: The limiter is only availa-

winding roads

ble up to a maximum speed of 250 km/h.

R , and slippery roads. Accelerating can cause

Displays in the driver's display

the drive wheels to lose traction, and the vehi-

M Grey: variable limiter is selected but not yet

cle could skid.

activated.

R when visibility is poor

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▌Operating cruise control or the variable limiter

Operating cruise control and the variable limiter:

# Press the corresponding button with only one

& WARNING Risk of accident due to stored

finger or swipe on the control panel.

speed

Switching between cruise control and the varia-

If you call up the stored speed and this is

ble limiter

lower than your current speed, the vehicle

# To select cruise control: pressh.

decelerates.

# Take into account the trafoc situation

# To select the variable limiter: pressM.

before calling up the stored speed.

% Vehicles with Active Distance Assist

DISTRONIC: the variable limiter is selected by

Requirements

a different button ( / page 374).

Cruise control

Activating cruise control or the variable limiter

R Cruise control is selected.

# Press ® or ¯ on the control panel 1.

R ESP ® must be activated, but not intervening.

The current travel speed is stored and main-

Steering wheel control panel for cruise control and

tained by the vehicle's cruise control, or is

R The vehicle speed is at least 20 km/h.

variable limiter

restricted by the variable limiter.

R The transmission is in position h.

Adopts the stored/detected speed

Variable limiter

Deactivates cruise control/the vari-

# Press J.

able limiter

R The variable limiter is selected.

The last stored speed is called up and main-

1®¯ Control panel to increase/decrease

tained by the vehicle's cruise control, or is

speed

restricted by the variable limiter.

Selects cruise control

If the last stored speed has previously been

Selects the variable limiter

deleted, the current vehicle speed is stored.

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% When you switch off the vehicle, the last

Press and hold ® or ¯ on the control

% If you brake, deactivate ESP ® or if ESP ® inter-

speed stored is deleted.

panel 1.

venes, cruise control is deactivated. The varia-

When you activate cruise control or Active

The stored speed is increased or decreased to

ble limiter is not deactivated.

Distance Assist DISTRONIC, the last speed

the next increment of ten and afterwards by

% When you switch off the vehicle, the last

stored for the variable limiter is deleted.

increments of 10 km/h.

speed stored is deleted.

Increasing/decreasing the stored speed

When you activate cruise control or Active

Distance Assist DISTRONIC, the last speed

# To increase the stored speed: swipe upwards

Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed.

stored for the variable limiter is deleted.

from the bottom of control panel 1.

Press ® on the control panel 1.

R The stored speed is increased by 1 km/h.

▌Information on the permanent limiter

% When the variable limiter is switched to pas-

# To decrease the stored speed: swipe down-

If the vehicle should never exceed a specific

sive mode, you cannot increase or decrease

wards from the top of control panel 1.

speed (e.g. for driving in winter tyre mode), you

its stored speed in increments of 1 km/h.

R The stored speed is decreased by 1 km/h.

can set this speed with the permanent limiter.

Adopting a detected speed

You do this by limiting the speed between

If cruise control/variable limiter is activated and

160 km/h and 240 km/h in the multimedia sys-

# Briefly press ® or ¯ on the control

Trafoc Sign Assist has detected a speed restric-

tem ( / page 49).

panel 1.

tion sign with a maximum permissible speed and

The stored speed is increased or decreased to

Shortly before the set speed is reached, it

this is displayed in the driver's display:

the next increment of ten (e.g. to 50 km/h or

appears on the driver's display. When you confirm

# Press J.

60 km/h).

the message, display messages no longer appear

The maximum permissible speed shown by the

until you switch off the vehicle. The speed will

trafoc sign is stored and the vehicle maintains

only be displayed again once the vehicle has been

or does not exceed this speed.

restarted or if the set speed is changed.

The permanent limiter does not switch to passive

Deactivating cruise control or the variable limiter

mode even during kickdown and the driven speed

# Press ±.

remains below the set speed.

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▌Setting the speed limit for winter tyres

Vehicles with Driving Assistance Package:

matically follow the vehicle in front when driving

20 km/h - 160 km/h, or in certain countries up

off again within 30 seconds. If a critical situation

Multimedia system:

to 210 km/h.

is detected when driving off, a visual and acoustic

4 © 5 Settings 5 Vehicle 5 Driving

warning is issued indicating that the driver must

Other features of Active Distance Assist

5 Winter tyre limit

now take control of the vehicle. The vehicle is not

DISTRONIC:

# Activate or deactivate Winter tyre limit.

accelerated any further.

R Adjusts the driving style depending on the

Observe the notes on driving systems and your

Setting a speed

selected drive program (energy-saving, com-

responsibility; you may otherwise fail to recognise

fortable or dynamic) ( / page 296)

# Select Winter tyre limit.

potential dangers ( / page 355).

R Initiates acceleration to the stored speed if the

# Select a speed.

turn signal indicator is switched on to change

to the overtaking lane

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

R Vehicles with Driving Assistance Package:

▌Function of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

Reacts to stationary vehicles detected in

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC maintains the

urban speed ranges (except bicycles and

set speed on free-flowing roads. If vehicles are

motorcycles)

detected ahead the set distance is maintained, if

Takes one-sided overtaking restrictions

necessary until the vehicle comes to a standstill.

into account on motorways or multi-lane

The vehicle accelerates or brakes depending on

roads with separate carriageways (coun-

the distance to the vehicle in front and the set

try-dependent)

Display in the driver display in the Assistance menu

speed.

1 Vehicle in front

Vehicles with Driving Assistance Package and

The speed and distance to the vehicle in front are

Parking Package: if the vehicle has been braked to

2 Distance indicator

set and saved using the steering wheel.

a standstill on multi-lane, separate carriageways

3 Set specified distance

Available speed range: 20 km/h - 160 km/h

by Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, it can auto-

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The vehicle detected in front 1 is highlighted in

% On motorways or high-speed major roads, the

R If there are narrow vehicles in front, such as

green. It may also be in the lane to the right of

green vehicle symbol ç is displayed cycli-

bicycles or motorcycles.

your vehicle in situations where it is not permitted

cally when the vehicle is ready to pull away.

Moreover, braking or accelerating on slippery

to overtake on the left, for example, on UK motor-

% The system is switched to passive mode if you

roads can cause one or several wheels to lose

ways.

depress the accelerator pedal beyond the

traction, and the vehicle could then begin skid-

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC setting.

ding.

Permanent status display

The following message appears briefly in the

ç Grey: Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

Do not use Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC in

driver display ç suspended .

selected but not yet active

these situations.

ç Green speedometer, grey vehicle: Active

System limits

& WARNING Risk of accident from accelera-

Distance Assist DISTRONIC active, speed

The system may be impaired or inoperative in the

tion or braking by Active Distance Assist

set

following instances, forexample:

DISTRONIC

ç Green: Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

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

active and vehicle detected

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC may accel-

in direct sunlight or in greatly varying light

erate or brake in the following cases, for

conditions.

The stored speed is shown under the permanent

example:

status display and highlighted on the speedome-

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

ter. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC's status

R If the vehicle pulls away using Active Dis-

road or on sandy surfaces.

display is greyed out when in passive mode.

tance Assist DISTRONIC.

R The windscreen in the camera's area is dirty,

If the speed of the vehicle in front or the ascer-

R If the stored speed is called up and is con-

misted up, damaged or covered.

tained target speed due to the route event ahead

siderably faster or slower than the cur-

R If the radar sensors are dirty or covered.

is less than the stored speed, the segments in the

rently driven speed.

R In multi-storey car parks or on roads with

speedometer light up.

R If Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC no

steep uphill or downhill gradients.

The display h appears briefly if you increase

longer detects a vehicle in front or does

not react to relevant objects.

or decrease the specified distance 3.

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▌Operating Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

Always carefully observe the trafoc con-

& WARNING Risk of accident if detection

and the variable limiter

ditions and be ready to brake at all

function of Active Distance Assist

times.

DISTRONIC is impaired

& WARNING Risk of accident if detection

# Take into account the trafoc situation

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC does not

function of Active Distance Assist

before calling up the stored speed.

react or has a limited reaction:

DISTRONIC is impaired

R when driving on a different lane or when

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC does not

& WARNING Risk of accident due to insufo-

changing lanes

react or has a limited reaction:

cient deceleration by Active Distance

R to pedestrians, animals, bicycles or sta-

Assist DISTRONIC

R when driving on a different lane or when

tionary vehicles, or unexpected obstacles

changing lanes

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC brakes your

R to complex trafoc conditions

vehicle with up to 50% of the possible deceler-

R to pedestrians, animals, bicycles or sta-

R to oncoming vehicles and crossing trafoc

ation. If this deceleration is not sufocient,

tionary vehicles, or unexpected obstacles

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC alerts you

As a result, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

R to complex trafoc conditions

with a visual and acoustic warning.

may neither give warnings nor intervene in

R to oncoming vehicles and crossing trafoc

# Adjust your speed and maintain a suita-

such situations.

ble distance from the vehicle in front.

As a result, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

# Always observe the trafoc conditions

may neither give warnings nor intervene in

# Brake the vehicle yourself and/or take

carefully and react accordingly.

such situations.

evasive action.

# Always observe the trafoc conditions

You can watch an animation on this topic via the

carefully and react accordingly.

following link:

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Ensure that the speed driven always

& WARNING Risk of accident from accelera-

& WARNING Risk of accident due to insufo-

complies with the trafoc regulations.

tion or braking by Active Distance Assist

cient deceleration by Active Distance

DISTRONIC

Assist DISTRONIC

# Adjust the speed driven to the current

trafoc and weather conditions.

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC may accel-

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC brakes your

vehicle with up to 50% of the possible deceler-

erate or brake in the following cases, for

Requirements

ation. If this deceleration is not sufocient,

example:

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC alerts you

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC:

R If the vehicle pulls away using Active Dis-

with a visual and acoustic warning.

R The electric parking brake is released.

tance Assist DISTRONIC.

# Adjust your speed and maintain a suita-

R ESP ® is activated and is not intervening.

R If the stored speed is called up and is con-

ble distance from the vehicle in front.

siderably faster or slower than the cur-

R The transmission is in position h.

# Brake the vehicle yourself and/or take

rently driven speed.

R All the doors are closed.

evasive action.

R If Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC no

R Check of the radar sensor system has been

longer detects a vehicle in front or does

successfully completed.

& WARNING Risk of accident due to adjust-

not react to relevant objects.

ment of speed by the Active Speed Limit

Variable limiter:

Always carefully observe the trafoc con-

Assistant

ditions and be ready to brake at all

R The variable limiter is selected.

The speed adopted by the Active Speed Limit

times.

Assistant may be too high or incorrect in indi-

# Take into account the trafoc situation

vidual cases:

before calling up the stored speed.

R For speed limits below 20 km/h

R In wet or foggy conditions

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Increases/decreases the specified

distance

To activate with a stored speed: press J.

Switches between the variable lim-

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC: remove

iter and Active Distance Assist

your foot from the accelerator pedal.

DISTRONIC

The last stored speed is recalled and held by

the vehicle using Active Distance Assist

To operate Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

DISTRONIC or limited by the variable limiter.

or the variable limiter: press the respective

If the stored speed has been deleted, the cur-

button with only one finger or swipe on the

rent vehicle speed is stored.

control panel.

% When you switch off the vehicle, the stored

Switches between the variable limiter and Active

speed is deleted. When you activate Active

Distance Assist DISTRONIC

Distance Assist DISTRONIC, the last speed

# Press I.

stored for the variable limiter is deleted.

Increasing or reducing the speed

Activating the variable limiter or Active Distance

# To increase the stored speed: swipe upwards

Assist DISTRONIC

Adopts the stored/detected speed

from the bottom of control panel 1.

# To activate without a stored speed: press

Deactivates Active Distance Assist

R The stored speed is increased by 1 km/h.

®, ¯ or J. Active Distance Assist

DISTRONIC/the variable limiter

DISTRONIC: remove your foot from the accel-

# To decrease the stored speed: swipe down-

1®¯ Control panel to increase/decrease

erator pedal.

wards from the top of control panel 1.

speed

The current driving speed is stored and main-

R The stored speed is decreased by 1 km/h.

tained by the vehicle using Active Distance

Assist DISTRONIC or limited by the variable

limiter.

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Briefly press ® on the upper section or

Accept the displayed speed limit: press J.

Reducing or increasing the specified distance

¯ on the lower section of control panel

The speed limit displayed on the driver's dis-

from the vehicle in front

play is adopted as the stored speed. The vehi-

# Press K.

cle adapts its speed to that of the vehicle in

The stored speed is increased or reduced by

The h display appears. The specified dis-

front, but only up to the stored speed, or limits

10 km/h.

tance is reduced by one level.

its speed accordingly.

If the lowest level is already selected, the

% A speed limit shown on the driver display is

Press and hold ® on the upper section or

selection jumps to the highest level.

only adopted while driving, not when station-

¯ on the lower section of control panel

ary.

Deactivating Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC or

the variable limiter

The stored speed is increased or reduced in

Pulling away with Active Distance Assist

increments of 10 km/h.

DISTRONIC

& WARNING Risk of an accident due to

# Activate Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC being

and remove your foot from the brake pedal.

Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed.

active when you leave the driver's seat

# Press J.

Press ® on the upper section of control

If you leave the driver's seat while the vehicle

panel 1.

is being braked by Active Distance Assist

# Depress the accelerator pedal briefly and

DISTRONIC only, the vehicle can roll away.

Adopting the speed limit shown on the driver's

firmly.

# Always deactivate Active Distance Assist

display

The functions of Active Distance Assist

DISTRONIC and secure the vehicle to

# Activate Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC or

DISTRONIC remain active.

prevent it from rolling away before you

the variable limiter: press ®, ¯ or

leave the driver's seat.

Press ±.

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If Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC has been put

% If you brake, deactivate ESP ® or if ESP ® inter-

& WARNING Risk of accident due to adjust-

into passive mode by pressing the accelerator

venes, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is

ment of speed by the Active Speed Limit

pedal, only speed limits which are higher than the

deactivated. The variable limiter is not deacti-

Assistant

set speed are adopted.

vated.

The speed adopted by the Active Speed Limit

The maximum permissible speed does not con-

▌Function of Active Speed Limit Assist

Assistant may be too high or incorrect in indi-

sider the road condition and current weather and

If a changed speed limit is detected and the auto-

vidual cases:

trafoc conditions. Adjust your speed accordingly

matic adoption of speed limits is switched on, this

R For speed limits below 20 km/h

when necessary.

is automatically adopted as the stored speed

R In wet or foggy conditions

Observe the notes on driving systems and your

( / page 380). Speed limits below 20 km/h are

responsibility; you may otherwise fail to recognise

not accepted.

Ensure that the speed driven always

potential dangers ( / page 355).

complies with the trafoc regulations.

Adjustment of travel speed is initiated no later

than when the vehicle is level with the trafoc sign.

System limits

# Adjust the speed driven to the current

For signs indicating entry into an urban zone, the

The system limits of Trafoc Sign Assist apply to

trafoc and weather conditions.

speed is adapted according to that permitted

the detection of trafoc signs ( / page 395).

within the built-up area. The speed restriction indi-

You can watch an animation on this topic via the

Speed limits below 20 km/h are not automatically

cator on the driver display is always refreshed

following link:

adopted by the system as the stored speed. Tem-

when the vehicle is level with the trafoc sign.

porary speed restrictions ( a specific time

▌Function of route-based speed adaptation

If you are driving on German motorways with no

or due to weather conditions) cannot be unequiv-

When Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is activa-

speed limit, the system uses the speed stored for

ocally detected by the system.

ted, the vehicle speed will be adapted to the route

a stretch of road with no speed limit as the set

Adjust the speed in these situations.

events ahead. Depending on the drive program

speed. If you do not alter the stored speed on a

selected, the vehicle negotiates a route event

stretch of road with no speed limit, the recom-

ahead in an energy-saving, comfortable or

mended speed of 130 km/h is adopted.

dynamic manner. When the route event has been

passed, the vehicle accelerates again to the

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stored speed. The set distance to the vehicle in

trafoc lights, as route-based speed adaptation

In difocult conditions, the speed selection made

front, vehicles detected ahead and speed restric-

does not brake the vehicle to a standstill.

by the system may not always be suitable. This

tions ahead are taken into account.

applies to the following situations, for example:

When route guidance is active, the first speed

Route-based speed adaptation can be activated in

adjustment is carried out automatically. If the turn

R The road's course is not clearly visible

the multimedia system ( / page 380).

signal indicator is switched on, the selected route

R Road narrowing

is confirmed and further speed adaptation is acti-

The following route events are taken into account:

R Varying maximum permissible speeds in indi-

vated.

R Bends

vidual lanes, for example, at toll stations

Speed adaptation is cancelled in the following

R Roundabouts

R Wet road surfaces, snow or ice

cases:

R T-junctions

R If transport equipment, for example a trailer or

R If the turn signal indicator is switched off

bicycle rack, is attached to the trailer hitch

R Turns and exits

before the route event and it is presumed that

and the electrical connection has been cor-

the route event is not deemed relevant by the

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

rectly established

driver

cator is switched on and one of the following sit-

R If the driver depresses the accelerator or

In these situations the driver must intervene

uations is detected:

brake pedal during the process.

accordingly.

R Turning off at junctions

System limits

R Driving on slowing-down lanes

& WARNING Risk of accident in spite of

Route-based speed adaptation does not take right

route-based speed adaptation

R Driving on lanes adjacent to slowing-down

of way regulations into account. The driver is

lanes

Route-based speed adaptation can malfunc-

responsible for complying with road trafoc regula-

tion or be temporarily unavailable in the fol-

tions and driving at a suitable speed.

The driver is responsible for choosing the right

lowing situations:

speed and observing other road users. This

applies in particular to junctions, roundabouts and

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Multimedia system:

▌Function of Active Stop-and-Go Assist

R If the driver does not follow the calculated

4 © 5 Settings 5 Assistance

Active Stop-and-Go Assist helps you in trafoc

route

jams on multi-lane roads with separate carriage-

5 Driving 5 Active Distance Assist

R If map data is not up-to-date or available

ways by automatically pulling away within up to

R In the event of roadworks

Selecting a driving style

60 seconds and with moderate steering manoeu-

R In bad weather or road conditions

vres. It orients itself using the vehicle in front and

# Select Based on DYNAMIC SELECT, Dynamic

lane markings. Active Stop-and-Go Assist auto-

or Comfortable.

R If the accelerator pedal is depressed

matically maintains a safe distance from the vehi-

R In the event of electronically displayed

% Further information about Active Distance

cle in front and to vehicles cutting in.

speed limitations

Assist DISTRONIC ( / page 374).

Active Stop-and-Go Assist requires you, as the

Adapt the speed to the trafoc situation.

Setting speed adjustment

driver, to keep your hands on the steering wheel

at all times so that you can intervene at any time

# Select Adopt speed limit or Route-based

▌Setting Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC driv-

to correct the course of the vehicle and keep it in

speed adjustment.

lane.

ing styles

When these functions are active, the vehicle

Observe the notes on driving systems and your

speed is adjusted depending on the route

Requirements

responsibility; you may otherwise fail to recognise

events ahead or the speed limit.

R Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is activa-

potential dangers ( / page 355).

ted.

% If one of the following systems is activated,

If all of the following conditions are met, Active

the detected speed can be manually adopted

Stop-and-Go Assist activates automatically:

as the speed limit:

R You are in a trafoc jam on a motorway or

R Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

major high-speed road.

R Variable limiter

R Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is activated

% Further information on speed adjustment

and active ( / page 374).

( / page 378).

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R Active Brake Assist is available ( / page 387).

between 2 km/h and 18 km/h. By braking or

Observe the notes on driving systems and your

accelerating, you can drive at a higher or lower

responsibility; you may otherwise fail to recognise

R Active Steering Assist is activated and active

speed than the target speed at any time.

dangers ( / page 355).

( / page 385).

DSR will be switched off automatically

You are always responsible for keeping control of

R You are travelling no faster than 60 km/h.

the vehicle and for assessing whether the downhill

R If you are driving at a speed greater than

When Active Stop-and-Go Assist is active, the

gradient can be negotiated. Depending on road

45 km/h

¬ status display appears in the driver display.

surface and tyres, DSR may not always be able to

R If you change the drive program

keep to the target speed. Select a target speed

System limits

suitable for the environmental conditions and also

The î off message appears in the driver's dis-

The system limits of Active Distance Assist

apply the brakes yourself if required.

play. The status indicator in the driver's display

DISTRONIC and Active Steering Assist apply to

goes out. You also hear a warning tone.

▌Switching DSR on/off (with Offroad package or

Active Stop-and-Go Assist.

% DSR remains activated in drive program

E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL)

DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation)

Requirements:

▌Information on DSR

R You are driving at 40 km/h or slower.

▌Function of the DSR system

If the speed driven is too high, the message

DSR is an aid to assist you when driving downhill.

& WARNING Risk of skidding and accident

Max. speed 40 km/h appears in the driver's

It keeps the speed of travel at the selected target

when DSR is activated on slippery road

display.

speed. The steeper the downhill gradient, the

surfaces

greater the DSR braking effect on the vehicle. On

R You have not selected the driving programme

If the driven speed and the target speed differ,

flat stretches of road and uphill gradients, the

the wheels may lose traction.

DSR brakes the vehicle minimally or not at all.

R Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deactiva-

# Take into account the road surface and

When DSR is activated and the transmission is in

ted.

the difference between the driving speed

position h, k or i, DSR controls the driving

and target speed before activating DSR.

speed. The target speed can be set to a value

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▌Activating or deactivating DSR (Downhill Speed

Regulation)

Requirements

R You are driving at 40 km/h or slower.

If the vehicle speed is too high, the Max.

speed 40 km/h message appears in the driv-

er's display.

R Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, cruise con-

trol and variable limiter are switched off.

Multimedia system:

4 © 5 Settings 5 Assistance

# Select î.

A status display appears when the function is

activated in the driver's display.

To activate: pull rocker switch 1.

To increase the target speed: swipe upwards

Indicator lamp 2 will light up.

from the bottom of control panel 1.

▌Changing the target speed

R The target speed is increased by 1 km/h.

The symbol î appears in the driver's dis-

When DSR is activated, you can change the target

play.

speed to a value between 2 km/h and 18 km/h.

At the top of control panel 1 press and hold

# To deactivate: pull rocker switch 1.

Indicator lamp 2 and the î symbol go

®.

The target speed is increased in 1-km/hincre-

out.

ments.

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To decrease the target speed: swipe down-

as a reference in the lower speed range.

Steering and touch detection

wards from the top of control panel 1.

Active Steering Assist can also assist when

The driver is required to keep their hands on the

R The target speed is decreased by 1 km/h.

driving outside the centre of the lane,

steering wheel at all times and be able to inter-

forexample, to form an emergency corridor.

vene at any time to correct the course of the vehi-

cle and keep it in lane. The driver must expect a

If the detection of lane markings and vehicles

At the bottom of control panel 1 press and

change from active to passive mode or vice versa

ahead is impaired, Active Steering Assist switches

hold ¯.

at any time.

to passive mode. The system provides no support

The target speed is reduced in 1-km/hincre-

in this case.

ments.

The set target speed is shown next to the status

Status display of Active Steering Assist

display î in the driver's display.

Ø Grey: activated and passive

Ø Green: activated and active

Active Steering Assist

Ø Red: system limits detected

▌Function of Active Steering Assist

Ø White, red hands: "hands on the steering

wheel" prompt

Active Steering Assist is only available up to a

speed of 160 km/h, or in certain countries up to

% During the transition from active to passive

210 km/h.

status, the Ø symbol is shown as enlarged

If the system detects that the driver has not

The system helps you to stay in the centre of the

and flashing. Once the system is in passive

steered the vehicle for a considerable period or

lane by means of moderate steering interventions.

mode, the Ø symbol is shown as grey on

has removed their hands from the steering wheel,

Depending on the travel speed, Active Steering

the driver display.

display 1 appears. If the driver still does not

Assist uses the vehicles ahead and lane markings

% Depending on the selected vehicle settings,

steer the vehicle, a warning tone sounds in addi-

as a reference.

Active Steering Assist may be unavailable.

tion to the visual warning message.

% Depending on the respective country, Active

Steering Assist can use the surrounding trafoc

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( / page 385)If the driver does not react to this

The system may be impaired or inoperative in the

R If transport equipment, for example a trailer or

warning for a considerable period, an emergency

bicycle rack, is attached to the trailer hitch

following instances:

stop may be initiated.

and the electrical connection has been cor-

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

rectly established.

The warning is not issued or stops as soon as the

fog, heavy spray, greatly varying light condi-

system detects the driver touching or steering the

tions or dense shadows on the carriageway.

The system does not provide assistance in the fol-

steering wheel.

R There is glare, e.g. from oncoming trafoc,

lowing conditions:

The touch detection may be limited or inoperative

direct sunlight or reflections.

R On tight bends and when turning.

if there is no direct contact between the hand and

R Insufocient road illumination.

R When crossing junctions.

the steering wheel, e.g. when wearing gloves or if

R The windscreen is dirty, misted up, damaged

there is a steering wheel cover on the steering

R At roundabouts or toll stations.

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

wheel.

R When the tyre pressure is too low.

by a sticker.

If Active Steering Assist detects that a system

R There are no lane markings in a given lane, or

limit has been reached, a visual warning is issued

& WARNING Risk of accident if Active Steer-

the markings are not easily discernible or

and a warning tone sounds.

ing Assist unexpectedly stops functioning

change quickly, forexample, in a construction

Observe the notes on driving systems and your

If the system limits of Active Steering Assist

area or junctions.

responsibility; you may otherwise fail to recognise

are reached there is no guarantee that the

R The lane markings are worn away, dark or cov-

potential dangers ( / page 355).

system will remain active or will keep the vehi-

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

cle in lane.

System limits

R If the distance to the vehicle in front is too

# Always keep your hands on the steering

Active Steering Assist has a limited steering tor-

short and the lane markings cannot therefore

wheel and observe the trafoc carefully.

que for lateral guidance. In some cases, the steer-

be detected.

ing intervention is not sufocient to keep the vehi-

# Always steer the vehicle paying attention

R The roadway is narrow and winding.

cle in the lane or to drive through exits.

to trafoc conditions.

R There are obstacles on the lane or projecting

out into the lane, suchas object markers.

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Function of Active Emergency Stop Assist

wheel. If the driver has not touched the steer-

& WARNING Risk of accident if Active Steer-

ing wheel for a certain while, a warning may

ing Assist unexpectedly intervenes

% The following function is only available in com-

be issued despite pedal actuation.

bination with the Driving Assistance Package.

The detection of lane markings and objects

Observe also the instructions on the touch

may malfunction and cause unexpected steer-

Active Emergency Stop Assist monitors the steer-

detection of Active Steering Assist

ing interventions.

ing wheel, as well as the accelerator and brake

( / page 383).

pedals. If the system detects a lack of driver activ-

# Steer according to trafoc conditions.

ity or the vehicle is in danger of leaving the lane, a

warning can be issued and an emergency stop ini-

You can watch an animation on this topic via the

tiated.

following link:

If Active Steering Assist is switched off, the sys-

▌Activating/deactivating Active Steering Assist

tem is available from a speed of approx. 60 km/h,

depending on the respective country.

Requirements

R ESP ® is activated, but is not intervening.

If the system detects that the vehicle is in danger

of leaving the lane, a warning can be issued and

R Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is activa-

an emergency stop initiated.

ted.

R The driver has not touched the steering wheel

Active Emergency Stop Assist issues the following

Multimedia system:

for a certain while, or no steering movement is

warnings in order:

4 © 5 Settings 5 Assistance

detected for a lengthy period (depending on

R Display message 1 appears in the driver dis-

5 Driving

the vehicle equipment).

play.

# Activate or deactivate Active Steering Assist.

R Neither the accelerator nor the brake pedal is

R In addition to display 1, a warning tone

depressed.

sounds.

% If Active Steering Assist is switched on and

active, the system only monitors the steering

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R The Beginning emergency stop message

Once the Beginning emergency stop message

within a driving cycle. After that, Active Steer-

appears in the driver display, a continuous

ing Assist and Active Emergency Stop Assist

has been displayed, you can cancel Active Emer-

warning tone sounds and the vehicle will no

are disabled until the vehicle has been restar-

gency Stop Assist as follows:

longer accelerate.

ted.

R Accelerating or braking: the emergency stop is

R The vehicle speed is reduced in increments

cancelled, but the warning message, warning

System limits

until the vehicle comes to a standstill. Sharp

tone and electric power steering remain active

For the detection of vehicles and other obstacles,

brake impulses are also effected.

R Steering: electric power steering is cancelled,

observe the system limits of the following func-

Upon implementation of automatic braking, or in

the warning message and warning tone remain

tions:

the event of the vehicle coming to a standstill in

active, and the vehicle continues to be braked

R Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

certain countries, Active Distance Assist

R Steering and accelerating or braking: The

( / page 372)

DISTRONIC is deactivated. Depending on the

emergency stop and electric power steering

respective country, the hazard warning light sys-

R Active Steering Assist ( / page 383)

are cancelled. The warning message and the

tem is switched on.

warning tone are cancelled.

R Active Lane Keeping Assist ( / page 403)

When the vehicle has come to a standstill:

R Active Brake Assist ( / page 387)

For vehicles with Driver Assist Package, Active

R the vehicle is secured with the electric parking

Emergency Stop Assist can be cancelled in cer-

The Active Emergency Stop Assist is not active in

brake.

tain countries by performing one of the following

the following case:

R the vehicle is unlocked.

actions:

R Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Steer-

R if possible, an emergency call is made to the

R Steering and accelerating or braking

ing Assist are switched off.

Mercedes-Benz emergency call centre.

R Deactivating Active Distance Assist

R Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is switched

Before the Beginning emergency stop message is

DISTRONIC

off (country-dependent).

displayed, you can cancel Active Emergency Stop

% Active Emergency Stop Assist can initiate an

Assist by turning the steering wheel.

emergency stop a maximum of three times

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Active Brake Assist

If you do not react to the warning, autonomous

braking can be initiated in critical situations.

▌Function of Active Brake Assist

In particularly critical situations, Active Brake

Active Brake Assist consists of the following func-

Assist can also initiate autonomous braking

tions:

directly. In this case, the warning tone and dis-

tance warning lamp L are simultaneous with

R Distance warning function

the braking action.

R Collision warning

If you apply the brakes yourself in a critical situa-

R Autonomous braking function

tion or apply the brakes during autonomous brak-

R Situation-related brake force boosting

ing, situation-related braking assistance is given.

Display in the driver display in the Assistance menu

The brake pressure increases up to maximum

R Vehicles with Driving Assistance Package

1 Distance insufocient

emergency braking if necessary.

(country-dependent): Evasive Steering Assist

2 Red radar waves

or Active Evasive Steering Assist

In the Assistance menu, an insufocient distance

Active Brake Assist can help you to minimise the

to the vehicle in front 1 is displayed in red. If you

risk of a collision with vehicles, cyclists or pedes-

trians, or to reduce the effects of such a collision.

further reduce the distance, the vehicle in front is

also highlighted in red. When the system detects a

If Active Brake Assist has detected a risk of colli-

risk of collision, red radar waves 2 appear ahead

sion, a warning tone sounds and the Active Brake

of the vehicle.

Assist lamp L lights up.

% Vehicles with PRE-SAFE ® : depending on the

country, an additional haptic warning is given

in the form of slight, repeated tensioning of

If autonomous braking, situation-related braking

the driver's seat belt.

assistance or evasive action has occurred, pop-up

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1 appears in the driver display. It automatically

Collision warning

Be prepared to brake or swerve if neces-

disappears after a short time.

sary.

The collision warning can assist you in the follow-

If the autonomous braking function or the situa-

ing situations with an intermittent warning tone

If Active Brake Assist is deactivated or the func-

tion-dependent braking assistance is triggered,

and L warning lamp:

tions are restricted, e.g. owing to activation of

additional preventive measures for occupant pro-

R at speeds up to approximately 250 km/h

another driving system, the Active Brake Assist

tection by PRE-SAFE ® may also be initiated.

when approaching vehicles ahead.

ê warning lamp appears in the driver display.

R at speeds up to approximately 80 km/h when

& WARNING Risk of an accident caused by

If the system is unavailable owing to soiled or

approaching stationary vehicles, pedestrians

limited detection performance of Active

damaged sensors or a fault, or if the functions are

walking in the direction of travel and moving

Brake Assist

restricted, the Active Brake Assist Ó warning

cyclists ahead.

lamp appears in the driver display.

Active Brake Assist cannot always clearly iden-

R at speeds up to approximately 70 km/h when

tify objects and complex trafoc situations.

Also observe the system limits of Active Brake

approaching crossing pedestrians and

Assist.

In such cases, Active Brake Assist might:

cyclists.

R Give a warning or brake without reason

Distance warning function

R at speeds up to approximately 60 km/h when

From approximately 30 km/h, you are warned by

R Not give a warning or not brake

approaching stationary pedestrians and

the distance warning function if for several sec-

cyclists.

Active Brake Assist is only an aid. The driver is

onds, the safety distance to the vehicle travelling

responsible for maintaining a sufociently safe

Autonomous braking function

ahead is insufocient at the current speed. In this

distance to the vehicle in front, vehicle speed

case, the distance warning lamp L in the

At speeds above approximately 7 km/h, the

and for braking in good time.

driver display lights up. If the distance to the vehi-

autonomous braking function can intervene in the

# Always pay careful attention to the trafoc

cle ahead continues to decrease at higher speeds,

following situations:

situation; do not rely on Active Brake

the distance warning lamp L begins to flash.

R at speeds up to approximately 250 km/h

Assist alone.

when approaching vehicles ahead.

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R at speeds up to approximately 80 km/h when

Cancelling a brake application of Active Brake

Evasive Steering Assist (only vehicles with Driving

approaching moving cyclists ahead, pedes-

Assist

Assistance Package)

trians walking in the direction of travel and

You can cancel a brake application of Active

% Availability of this function is country-depend-

stationary vehicles.

ent.

Brake Assist at any time by:

R at speeds up to approximately 70 km/h when

Evasive Steering Assist has the following charac-

R firmly depressing the accelerator pedal or by

approaching crossing pedestrians and

kickdown

teristics:

cyclists.

R releasing the brake pedal.

R The ability to detect stationary or moving

Situation-related brake force boosting

pedestrians.

Active Brake Assist may cancel the brake applica-

At speeds above approximately 7 km/h, situation-

R Assistance through power-assisted steering if

tion when one of the following conditions is fulfil-

related brake force boosting can intervene in the

it detects a swerving manoeuvre.

led:

following situations.

R Activation by an abrupt steering movement

R You manoeuvre to avoid the obstacle.

R at speeds up to approximately 250 km/h

during a swerving manoeuvre.

R There is no longer a risk of collision.

when approaching vehicles ahead.

R Assistance during evasive action and straight-

R An obstacle is no longer detected in front of

R at speeds up to approximately 80 km/h when

ening of the vehicle.

your vehicle.

approaching moving cyclists ahead, pedes-

R Reaction from a speed of approximately

trians walking in the direction of travel and

20 km/h up to a speed of approximately

Turning manoeuvre function (vehicles with Driving

stationary vehicles.

70 km/h.

Assistance Package):

R at speeds up to approximately 70 km/h when

If the system detects a risk of a collision with an

You can prevent the assistance at any time by

approaching crossing pedestrians and

oncoming vehicle when turning across an oncom-

actively steering.

cyclists.

ing lane, autonomous braking can be initiated at

R at speeds up to approximately 60 km/h when

speeds below 15 km/h before you have left the

approaching stationary pedestrians and

lane in which you are driving.

cyclists.

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Active Evasive Steering Assist can automatically

& WARNING Risk of accident despite Eva-

& WARNING Risk of accident despite Active

react to objects that are stationary or moving lon-

sive Steering Assist

Evasive Steering Assist

gitudinally in your lane.

Evasive Steering Assist cannot always recog-

Active Evasive Steering Assist cannot always

Active Evasive Steering Assist has the following

nise objects or complex trafoc situations

clearly identify objects and complex trafoc sit-

characteristics:

clearly.

uations.

R Detection of pedestrians, cyclists and vehi-

Moreover, the steering support provided by

In such cases, Active Evasive Steering Assist

cles.

Evasive Steering Assist is not sufocient to

might:

avoid a collision.

R assistance by autonomous steering interven-

R issue an unfounded warning or initiate a

tion during a necessary evasive manoeuvre

# Always pay careful attention to the trafoc

steering intervention

situation; do not rely on Evasive Steering

R autonomous activation if there is sufocient

R not issue a warning or not initiate a steer-

Assist alone.

space in your own lane

ing intervention.

# Be prepared to brake or swerve if neces-

R Reaction from a speed of approximately

The Active Evasive Steering Assist can provide

sary.

30 km/h up to a speed of approximately

support in preventing a collision via an auto-

80 km/h.

# End the support by actively steering in

matically initiated steering intervention.

non-critical situations.

When Active Evasive Steering Assist is interven-

# Always pay careful attention to the trafoc

# Drive at an appropriate speed if there

ing, and for the duration of the evasive action, a

situation; do not rely on Active Evasive

are pedestrians close to the path of your

warning tone is sounded and the distance warning

Steering Assist alone.

vehicle.

lamp L flashes.

# Be prepared to brake or swerve if neces-

The steering assistance by Active Evasive Steering

sary.

Active Evasive Steering Assist

Assist can be cancelled at any time by steering,

# Drive with adjusted speed if pedestrians

accelerating or braking.

% Availability of this function is country-depend-

are in the area surrounding the road.

ent.

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Active Evasive Steering Assist can intervene in the

R if the sensors are impaired owing to interfer-

R Active Evasive Steering Assist: if there is a

ence from other radar sources, e.g. strong

coupled up trailer or bicycle rack

following speed ranges:

radar reflections in multi-storey car parks.

R when approaching stationary vehicles, pedes-

You can watch an animation on this topic via the

R if a loss of tyre pressure or a defective tyre

trians or cyclists at speeds from approximately

following link:

has been detected and displayed.

30 km/h to approximately 80 km/h

▌Setting Active Brake Assist

R if DSR is activated.

R when approaching pedestrians or cyclists

moving longitudinally ahead at speeds from

R in complex trafoc situations where objects

Requirements

approximately 30 km/h to approximately

cannot always be clearly identified.

R The vehicle is switched on.

80 km/h

R if pedestrians or vehicles move quickly into

Multimedia system:

the sensor detection range.

System limits

4 © 5 Settings 5 Assistance

Full system performance is not yet available for a

R if pedestrians are hidden by other objects.

5 Collision avoidance

short time after switching on the vehicle or after

R if the typical outline of a pedestrian cannot be

# Activate or deactivate the function.

driving off. Depending on the environmental con-

distinguished from the background.

ditions, it may take a few minutes before full sys-

% It is recommended that you always leave

R if a pedestrian is not detected as such, e.g.

tem performance is available.

Active Brake Assist activated.

owing to special clothing or other objects.

The system may be impaired or may not function,

Switching off Active Brake Assist also switches off

R on bends with a tight radius.

particularly in the following situations:

the distance warning function, the collision warn-

R if the driver's seat belt is not fastened.

ing, the autonomous braking function and Active

R in snow, rain, fog, heavy spray, if there is glare,

Evasive Steering Assist (with Driving Assistance

R Active Evasive Steering Assist: if there is no

in direct sunlight or in greatly varying light

Package - country-dependent).

lane marking or it is not clearly recognisable

conditions.

R Active Evasive Steering Assist: if the course of

R if the sensors are soiled, misted up, damaged

the road is nowhere near straight

or covered.

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% If Active Brake Assist is deactivated, the æ

The camera also detects further speed restric-

R required number of years with a correspond-

symbol appears in the status bar of the driver

tions indicated by an additional sign (e.g. in wet

ing driving licence

display. When the vehicle is next started, the

conditions).

R type and condition of the road used

system is activated again.

Observe the notes on driving systems and your

R the weather conditions

responsibility; you may otherwise fail to recognise

Setting warning timing

The maximum permissible speed adapted to the

potential dangers ( / page 355).

# Select Z alongside Active Brake Assist.

vehicle/trailer combination can be transferred to

Notes on trailer operation

the manual or automatic speed transfer during the

# Select Early, Medium or Late.

journey (depending on the equipment).

% Observe also the notes on trailer operation

% If the ATTENTION ASSIST has detected signs

( / page 447).

On the system side, relevant additional signs for

of fatigue or a microsleep, depending on the

speed restrictions and clear road category trafoc

If a trailer or bicycle rack is connected correctly,

country the system can issue a warning ear-

rules can be considered for the vehicle combina-

the central display shows the query concerning

lier than set. Further information about

tion (depending on the country).

the type of trailer and its maximum permissible

ATTENTION ASSIST ( / page 368).

speed ( / page 453).

No maximum permissible speed can be selected

for a bicycle rack in the multimedia system. When

The driver must manually adjust the maximum

Speed Limit Assist

using a bicycle rack, observe the specifications

permissible speed in the small or large trailer cat-

▌Function of Speed Limit Assist

for the maximum permissible speed in the Own-

egory.

er's Manual.

% This function is an on-demand feature

In particular, the country-specific laws must be

Observe also the following information:

( / page 91).

taken into account, e.g. on:

R select a speed adapted to the trafoc, sur-

Speed Limit Assist records speed restrictions with

R maximum design speed or speed restriction

roundings and weather conditions

a multifunction camera and shows them in the

for which the vehicle is approved

driver display.

R observe actual trafoc signs

R permissible gross mass with or without towing

Optionally, maximum permissible speeds can also

vehicle

R observe applicable trafoc rules and regula-

be shown in the Head-up display.

tions

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Observe the notes on driving systems and your

Displays on the driver display

responsibility; you may otherwise fail to recognise

potential dangers ( / page 355).

Warning when the maximum permissible speed is

exceeded

The system can warn you if you unintentionally

exceed the maximum permissible speed. Depend-

ing on the country, you can set how much the

maximum permissible speed may be exceeded on

the multimedia system before a warning is issued.

1 Optical warning only

You can select in the settings whether the warning

2 WARNING off

should be issued optically, with the trafoc sign

1 Permissible speed

flashing in the driver display, or as a combination

% The type, duration and activation threshold of

2 Permissible speed when there is a restriction

of optic and acoustic warning. Selection of the

the speed limit warning, as well as the option

3 Additional sign with restriction

type of warning is confirmed via an indication in

of setting the timing of the activation thresh-

the driver display, depending on the respective

% Trafoc signs that affect the maximum permis-

old upon which the warning is issued, are sub-

country of use.

sible speed, e.g. indicating the beginning or

ject to legislation valid for the respective

end of motorways, can also be detected.

country in which the vehicle is delivered.

The system can show up to two trafoc signs on

the driver display simultaneously. The system

always prioritises displaying speed restrictions.

The head-up display shows only one trafoc sign

with a maximum permissible speed. If two speed

signs are shown on the driver display, forexample,

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when speed limits are detected, the value of the

country, the Speed Limit Assist warning lamp

technical factors suchas transmission fre-

left-hand speed restriction 1 is always transmit-

ê also lights up in the driver display.

quency.

ted to the limiter, cruise control or Active Distance

% Please also note the information on the dis-

R If the signs, road markings or road layout are

Assist DISTRONIC for acceptance and is shown

play messages ( / page 861).

ambiguous, e.g. trafoc signs at road works, at

on the head-up display.

exits and slip roads, adjacent lanes or parallel

System limits

Important information from other systems can

roads, and pedestrian crossing markings at

cause trafoc signs to be hidden for a short time.

trafoc lights.

The system may be impaired or inoperative in the

following situations in particular:

If the Speed Limit Assist cannot determine the

R If the signage or road markings do not comply

current maximum permissible speed, e.g. due to a

with the standard.

R If visibility is poor, e.g. due to insufocient illu-

lack of signage, the following display appears in

mination of the road, highly variable shade

R If the signage, road markings, or road guid-

the driver display:

conditions, rain, snow, fog, swirling dust or

ance is country-specific and deviates from the

heavy spray.

navigation system's route guidance, e.g. at or

after road works.

R If there is glare, e.g. from oncoming trafoc,

direct sunlight or reflections.

R After sharp turns and tight bends, if trafoc

signs are outside the camera's field of vision.

R if there is soiling on the windscreen in the

This display is shown permanently in the vehicle

vicinity of the multifunction camera, or if the

R If you overtake vehicles with trafoc signs

when travelling in countries which do not support

camera is misted up, damaged or obscured.

afoxed or attached to them.

Speed Limit Assist. Speed Limit Assist is not avail-

R If the trafoc signs are difocult to see because,

R If transport devices are used that are attached

able in all countries.

forexample, they are dirty, obscured, faded,

to the trailer coupling, e.g. bicycle racks, the

If the system is temporarily or permanently

iced over, damaged, inconveniently positioned,

system may react to restrictions for trailers.

unavailable due to a technical fault or soiling of

insufociently illuminated or askew.

the windscreen, a corresponding display message

R Active trafoc signs with LED displays may not

appears in the driver display. Depending on the

be detected correctly, or even at all due to

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▌Setting Speed Limit Assist

Switching the acoustic signal for a new maximum

R Cruise control

Multimedia system:

permissible speed on or off

R Variable limiter

4 © 5 Settings 5 Assistance

% The acoustic signal for a new maximum per-

% Further information about Active Distance

5 Assistance 5 Speed Limit Assist

missible speed is switched off at the factory.

Assist DISTRONIC ( / page 374).

The function determines whether a subtle, non-

Activating or deactivating the speed limit warning

intrusive sound supports each change of the dis-

Trafoc Sign Assist

% The speed limit warning is switched on by

played speed in the driver display.

default (depending on the respective country).

▌Function of Trafoc Sign Assist

# Activate or deactivate the function.

# Switch off Speed limit warning .

% Availability of the function is dependent on

% This function is an on-demand feature

Following country-specific legislation, the

the respective country.

( / page 91).

speed limit warning remains deactivated until

Trafoc Sign Assist detects the trafoc signs with

the next time the vehicle is switched on or off.

Setting the warning threshold

the multifunction camera and compares them

This value determines the speed at which a warn-

% The audible speed limit warning can also be

with the information on the digital road map of the

ing is issued when exceeded.

switched off and on via quick-access, by

navigation system. It supports you by showing

pressing and holding the mute button on the

# Set the desired speed under Warning Thresh-

detected speed restrictions and overtaking bans

steering wheel, by pressing the speed icon in

old.

on the driver display.

the status line of the media display or via a

Availability of the function is subject to country-

Maximum permissible speeds can also be shown

voice control command (availability of these

specific legislation.

on the head-up display.

functions is country-dependent).

If one of the following systems is activated, the

The system can issue a warning when you exceed

Change the type of speed limit warning

detected speed can be manually adopted as the

the maximum permissible speed.

# Change the warning to Visual or Visual &

maximum permissible speed:

In some countries, the system can provide you

audible.

with further functions and can warn you when you

R Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

are approaching pedestrian crossings. If the sys-

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tem detects that you are driving onto a section of

The driver must manually adjust the maximum

No maximum permissible speed can be selected

road in the wrong direction of travel, it triggers a

permissible speed in the small or large trailer cat-

for a bicycle rack in the multimedia system. When

warning.

egory.

using a bicycle rack, observe the specifications

for the maximum permissible speed in the Own-

The camera also detects and analyses trafoc

In particular, the country-specific laws must be

er's Manual.

signs with a restriction indicated by an additional

taken into account, e.g. on:

sign (e.g. in wet conditions).

Observe also the following information:

R maximum design speed or speed restriction

Trafoc Sign Assist portrays only selected signs on

R select a speed adapted to the trafoc, sur-

for which the vehicle is approved

the driver display. Actual trafoc signs and speed

roundings and weather conditions

R permissible gross mass with or without towing

restrictions have priority over trafoc signs and

R observe actual trafoc signs

vehicle

speed restrictions shown on the driver display.

R observe applicable trafoc rules and regula-

R required number of years with a correspond-

Observe the notes on driving systems and your

tions

ing driving licence

responsibility; you may otherwise fail to recognise

R type and condition of the road used

potential dangers ( / page 355).

Observe the notes on driving systems and your

responsibility; you may otherwise fail to recognise

R the weather conditions

Notes on trailer operation

potential dangers ( / page 355).

The maximum permissible speed adapted to the

% Availability of this function is country-depend-

vehicle/trailer combination can be transferred to

ent.

the manual or automatic speed transfer during the

% Observe also the notes on trailer operation

journey (depending on the equipment).

( / page 447).

On the system side, relevant additional signs for

If a trailer or bicycle rack is connected correctly,

speed restrictions and clear road category trafoc

the central display shows the query about the

rules can be considered for the vehicle combina-

type of trailer and its maximum permissible speed

tion (depending on the country).

( / page 453).

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Displays on the driver display

Assist DISTRONIC for acceptance and is shown

R depending on the country: signs showing the

on the head-up display.

start or end of motorways and dual carriage-

ways

Important information from other systems can

cause trafoc signs to be hidden for a short time.

Trafoc Sign Assist can detect the following addi-

tional signs 3 and, if necessary, analyse the rele-

vance of the restrictions using other vehicle sen-

sors:

R in wet conditions

R slippery road surfaces

R in fog

1 Permissible speed

R temporary restrictions

2 Permissible speed when there is a restriction

R exits

3 Additional sign with restriction

R restrictions for car/trailer combinations

Examples of trafoc signs which can be displayed

The system can show up to two trafoc signs on

% Availability of the additional character recog-

Trafoc Sign Assist can detect and display the fol-

the driver display simultaneously. The system

nition function is country-dependent.

lowing trafoc signs 1:

always prioritises displaying speed restrictions.

Trafoc Sign Assist also uses data from the digital

The head-up display shows only one trafoc sign

R speed restrictions

street map on the navigation system. When you

with a maximum permissible speed. If two speed

R end of the speed restriction

leave or enter a municipality or change roads, on

signs are shown on the driver display, forexample,

a motorway exit or slip road forexample, or after

R overtaking restrictions

when speed limits are detected, the value of the

you turn at a junction, the display on the driver

left-hand speed restriction 1 is always transmit-

R play streets

display can thus be updated without a trafoc sign

ted to the limiter, cruise control or Active Distance

having been detected.

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% Regularly update the digital road map of the

If the system is temporarily or permanently

navigation system to ensure optimum func-

unavailable due to a technical fault or soiling of

tioning of Trafoc Sign Assist ( / page 37).

the windscreen, a corresponding display message

appears in the driver display. The Trafoc Sign

Depending on vehicle equipment and country, the

Assist ê warning lamp also lights up in the

system can also display speed restrictions ahead

driver display in certain countries.

on the driver display and head-up display. The

driver display can also show the distance to an

% Please also note the information on the dis-

upcoming reduction in speed limit. Information

play messages from Trafoc Sign Assist

from the digital road map of the navigation system

( / page 861).

is used for this purpose. The Assistance menu

Warning when the maximum permissible speed is

can also display a dynamic visualisation of the

1 Optical warning only

exceeded

speed restrictions ahead.

2 WARNING off

The system can warn you if you unintentionally

If Trafoc Sign Assist cannot determine the cur-

exceed the maximum permissible speed. Depend-

% The type, duration and deployment stages of

rently applicable maximum permissible speed

ing on the country, you can set how much the

the speed limit warning, as well as the option

(e.g. due to a lack of signage), the following dis-

maximum permissible speed may be exceeded on

of setting the timing of the deployment stages

play appears in the driver display:

the multimedia system before a warning is issued.

upon which the warning is issued, are subject

You can switch off the warning, or select in the

to legislation valid for the respective country

settings whether the warning should be issued

in which the vehicle is delivered.

optically, with the trafoc sign flashing in the driver

display, or as a combination of optic and acoustic

Additional functions of Trafoc Sign Assist (coun-

Trafoc Sign Assist is not available in all countries.

warning. Selection of the type of warning is con-

try-specific)

This display is shown permanently in the vehicle

firmed via an indication in the driver display,

Warning for no-entry signs: Trafoc Sign Assist can

when travelling in countries which do not support

depending on the respective country of use.

warn you if you drive the wrong way down a sec-

Trafoc Sign Assist.

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tion of road, forexample, on motorway slip roads

R Active trafoc signs with LED displays may not

cle rack, restrictions for vehicle/trailer combi-

or one-way streets.

be detected correctly, or even at all due to

nations may be considered valid if applicable.

technical factors suchas transmission fre-

Warning at pedestrian crossings: if you approach

▌Setting Trafoc Sign Assist

quency.

pedestrian crossings, provided that pedestrians

Multimedia system:

are in the danger zone or are moving towards it,

R If the information on the navigation system's

4 © 5 Settings 5 Assistance

Trafoc Sign Assist can warn you up to a speed of

digital map is incorrect, incomplete or out of

5 Assistance 5 Traffic Sign Assist

approximately 70 km/h.

date.

R If the signs, road markings or road layout are

Activating or deactivating the speed limit warning

System limits

ambiguous, e.g. trafoc signs at road works, at

% The speed limit warning is switched on by

The system may be impaired or inoperative in the

exits and slip roads, adjacent lanes or parallel

default (depending on the country).

following situations in particular:

roads, and pedestrian crossing markings at

# Switch off Speed limit warning .

trafoc lights.

R If visibility is poor, e.g. due to insufocient illu-

Following country-specific legislation, the

mination of the road, highly variable shade

R If the signage or road markings do not comply

speed limit warning remains deactivated until

conditions, rain, snow, fog, swirling dust or

with the standard.

the next time the vehicle is switched on or off.

heavy spray.

R If the signage, road markings, or road guid-

% The audible speed limit warning can also be

R If there is glare, e.g. from oncoming trafoc,

ance is country-specific and deviates from the

switched off and on via quick-access, by

direct sunlight or reflections.

navigation system's route guidance, e.g. at or

pressing and holding the mute button on the

after road works.

R if there is soiling on the windscreen in the

steering wheel, by pressing the speed icon in

vicinity of the multifunction camera, or if the

R After sharp turns and tight bends, if trafoc

the status line of the media display or via a

camera is misted up, damaged or obscured.

signs are outside the camera's field of vision.

voice control command (availability of func-

R If the trafoc signs are difocult to see because,

R If you overtake vehicles with trafoc signs

tions depending on respective country).

forexample, they are dirty, obscured, faded,

afoxed or attached to them.

iced over, damaged, inconveniently positioned,

R If you use transport equipment secured to the

insufociently illuminated or askew.

vehicle with a trailer coupling, suchas a bicy-

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Activate D or deactivate E Traffic

Change the type of speed limit warning

Trafoc light view

light view.

# Change the warning to Visual or Visual &

▌Information about the trafoc light view

audible.

Using other available functions

The trafoc light view supports the driver when

waiting in front of a red light by displaying the

Setting the warning threshold

# Select Z.

camera image on the central display. The camera

This value determines the speed at which a warn-

# Select On request or Automatic.

image is displayed when the driver is the first vehi-

ing is issued when exceeded.

If On request is set and a trafoc light view is

cle in front of the red light and faded out when the

# Set the desired speed under warning thresh-

available, the Please tap here for traffic light

vehicle drives off.

old.

view. message is displayed. The camera image

▌Displaying trafoc light view

is shown after confirmation of the message.

% Availability of the function is subject to coun-

try-specific legislation.

When Automatic is set, the camera image is

Requirements

automatically displayed when the trafoc light

R The Traffic light view option is switched on.

Switching the acoustic signal for a new maximum

view is available.

permissible speed on or off

R A trafoc light view is available.

% The acoustic signal for a new maximum per-

Multimedia system:

Blind Spot Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist

missible speed is switched off at the factory.

▌Function of Blind Spot Assist and Active Blind

The function determines whether a subtle, non-

5 Assistance 5 Traffic light view

intrusive sound supports each change of the dis-

Spot Assist with exit warning

% This function is not available in all countries.

played speed in the driver display.

Blind Spot Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist use

If the vehicle is in first position at a trafoc light,

two lateral, rear-facing radar sensors to monitor

# Activate or deactivate the function.

the camera image with trafoc light view is shown

the area up to 40 m behind and 3 m next to your

% Availability of the function is dependent on

on the central display.

vehicle.

the country.

When the vehicle pulls away, the camera image is

If a vehicle is detected at speeds above approx-

faded out.

imately 12 km/h and this vehicle subsequently

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enters the monitoring range directly next to your

Exit warning

Blind Spot Assist cannot warn drivers in this

vehicle, the warning lamp in the outside mirror

The exit warning is an additional function of Blind

situation.

lights up red.

Spot Assist and can warn vehicle occupants about

# Always pay careful attention to the trafoc

approaching vehicles when leaving the vehicle

Status display in the driver's display

situation and maintain a safe distance at

when stationary.

the side of the vehicle.

¸ Grey: the system is activated but inopera-

tive.

& WARNING Risk of accident despite exit

¸ Green: the system is activated and opera-

& WARNING Risk of accident despite Active

warning

tional.

Blind Spot Assist

The exit warning neither reacts to stationary

Active Blind Spot Assist does not react to the

objects nor to persons or road users

If a vehicle is detected close to your vehicle and

you actuate the turn signal indicator in its direc-

following:

approaching you at a greatly differing speed.

tion, a double warning tone sounds and the red

The exit warning cannot warn drivers in these

R if you overtake a vehicle too closely so that

warning lamp in the outside mirror flashes. If the

situations.

it is in the blind spot area

turn signal indicator remains switched on, all

# Always pay particular attention to the

R if vehicles travelling at a much faster

other detected vehicles are indicated only by the

trafoc situation when opening the doors

speed approach and then overtake

flashing of the red warning lamp.

and make sure there is sufocient clear-

Active Blind Spot Assist may not give warnings

If you overtake a vehicle quickly, no warning is

ance.

or intervene in such situations.

given.

# Always pay careful attention to the trafoc

If there is a vehicle in the monitoring range, this is

& WARNING Risk of accident despite Blind

situation and maintain a safe distance at

indicated in the outside mirror. If a vehicle occu-

Spot Assist

the side of the vehicle.

pant opens the door on the side with the warning,

a warning tone sounds and the warning lamp in

Blind Spot Assist does not react to vehicles

Observe the notes on driving systems and your

the outside mirror starts to flash.

approaching and overtaking you at a greatly

responsibility; you may otherwise fail to recognise

different speed.

dangers ( / page 355).

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This additional function is only available when

R if vehicles are not driving in the middle of their

▌Brake application function in Active Blind Spot

Blind Spot Assist is active. When the exit warning

lane

Assist

is activated, it can warn vehicle occupants for up

Warnings may be issued in error when driving

% The brake application function is available for

to three minutes after switching the vehicle off.

close to crash barriers or similar continuous lane

vehicles with Driving Assistance Package,

The exit warning is no longer available once the

borders. Always make sure that there is sufocient

depending on the country.

warning lamp in the outside mirror flashes three

distance to the side for other trafoc or obstacles.

If Active Blind Spot Assist detects a risk of a side

times.

Warnings may be interrupted when driving along-

impact in the monitored range, a course-correct-

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

side long vehicles, for example lorries, for a pro-

ing brake application is carried out. This is

tute for the attention of vehicle occupants. The

longed time.

designed to help you avoid a collision.

responsibility for opening and closing the doors

Blind Spot Assist is not operational when reverse

The course-correcting brake application is availa-

and for leaving the vehicle remains with the vehi-

gear is engaged.

ble in the speed range between approximately

cle occupants.

30 km/h and approximately 200 km/h.

Blind Spot Assist and the exit warning are not

System limits

operational when a trailer is coupled to the vehi-

& WARNING Risk of accident despite brake

Blind Spot Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist may

cle and the electrical connection has been cor-

application of Active Blind Spot Assist

be limited in the following situations, in particular:

rectly established.

A course-correcting brake application cannot

R if there is dirt on the sensors or the sensors

The exit warning may be limited in the following

always prevent a collision.

are obscured

situations:

# Always steer, brake or accelerate your-

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

R when the sensors are covered by adjacent

self, especially if Active Blind Spot Assist

snow

vehicles in narrow parking spaces

warns you or makes a course-correcting

R if there are narrow vehicles, e.g. bicycles or

R when people approach the vehicle

brake application.

motorbikes

R in the event of stationary or slowly moving

# Always maintain a safe distance at the

R if the road has very wide or narrow lanes

objects

sides.

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If a course-correcting brake application occurs,

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

& WARNING Risk of accident despite Active

the red warning lamp flashes in the outside mirror

or Active Brake Assist.

Blind Spot Assist

and a warning tone sounds. In addition, a display

R ESP ® is deactivated.

Active Blind Spot Assist does not react in the

1 indicating the danger of a side collision

R A loss of tyre pressure or a defective tyre is

following situations:

appears on the driver display.

detected.

R If you overtake vehicles at a high speed.

In rare cases, the system may make an inappro-

R Transport equipment, e.g. a trailer or bicycle

priate brake application. This brake application

R If vehicles approach and overtake you at a

rack, is attached to the trailer coupling and

may be interrupted at any time if you steer slightly

greatly different speed.

the electrical connection has been correctly

in the opposite direction or accelerate.

established.

Active Blind Spot Assist may not give warnings

System limits

or intervene in such situations.

▌Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist or

Note the system limitations of Active Blind Spot

# Always pay careful attention to the trafoc

Active Blind Spot Assist

Assist; you may otherwise not recognise the dan-

situation and maintain a safe distance at

Multimedia system:

gers ( / page 400).

the side of the vehicle.

Either a course-correcting brake application

5 Collision avoidance

appropriate to the driving situation, or none at all,

may occur in the following situations in particular:

# Activate or deactivate Active Blind Spot

Assist.

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

located on both sides of your vehicle.

R An approaching vehicle leaves too little lateral

Active Lane Keeping Assist

distance between you.

▌Function of Active Lane Keeping Assist

R You have adopted a sporty driving style with

Active Lane Keeping Assist monitors the area in

high cornering speeds.

front of your vehicle by means of a multifunction

R You brake or accelerate significantly.

camera, ( / page 356) and can protect you from

F167 0057 02

$404 Driving and parkingleaving your lane unintentionally. The system cansteering intervention despite the direction indica-whether the system is to react to interrupted laneguide you back into your lane by , or only to solid lane markingsing steering intervention, and warn you with tangi-( / page 406).ble steering wheel displays of Active Lane Keeping AssistActive Lane Keeping Assist is available in theï White: Active Lane Keeping Assist isspeed range between 60 km/h and 200 km/h orswitched on the country up to 210 km/ ESP ® is switched off or a tyre pressureThe system can intervene if the following condi-loss warning is given, Active Lane Keepingtions are met:Assist is automatically switched off.R Active Lane Keeping Assist detects a laneï Yellow: There is a malfunction. Also display messages.R One of your front wheels moves onto this laneð Grey: Active Lane Keeping Assist isIn the following cases a warning 1 appears on but not driver display and a warning tone is sounded:If you activate the direction indicators, there is noð Green: Active Lane Keeping Assist isR a steering intervention by Active Lane Keepingsteering intervention on that on and has a duration longer than approx-There is no steering intervention if you leave yourð Red: Active Lane Keeping Assist has gui-imately ten without activating the direction indicators butded you back into your lane by course-cor-R there are two or more steering interventionsthere is a risk of collision with a moving obstaclerecting steering intervention. If a tangibleby the systems within approximately threein your own is also given at the steering wheel,minutes, without steering action by the status display flashes. Only the laneVehicles with Blind Spot Assist or Driving Assis-marking on the warning side is shown inYou can set the sensitivity of the system$

404 Driving and parking

leaving your lane unintentionally. The system can

steering intervention despite the direction indica-

whether the system is to react to interrupted lane

guide you back into your lane by course-correct-

tors.

markings, or only to solid lane markings

ing steering intervention, and warn you with tangi-

( / page 406).

ble steering wheel feedback.

Status displays of Active Lane Keeping Assist

Active Lane Keeping Assist is available in the

ï White: Active Lane Keeping Assist is

speed range between 60 km/h and 200 km/h or

switched off.

depending on the country up to 210 km/h.

If ESP ® is switched off or a tyre pressure

The system can intervene if the following condi-

loss warning is given, Active Lane Keeping

tions are met:

Assist is automatically switched off.

R Active Lane Keeping Assist detects a lane

ï Yellow: There is a malfunction. Also note

marking.

any display messages.

R One of your front wheels moves onto this lane

ð Grey: Active Lane Keeping Assist is

In the following cases a warning 1 appears in

marking.

switched on but not ready.

the driver display and a warning tone is sounded:

If you activate the direction indicators, there is no

ð Green: Active Lane Keeping Assist is

R a steering intervention by Active Lane Keeping

steering intervention on that side.

switched on and ready.

Assist has a duration longer than approx-

There is no steering intervention if you leave your

ð Red: Active Lane Keeping Assist has gui-

imately ten seconds.

lane without activating the direction indicators but

ded you back into your lane by course-cor-

R there are two or more steering interventions

there is a risk of collision with a moving obstacle

recting steering intervention. If a tangible

by the systems within approximately three

in your own lane.

warning is also given at the steering wheel,

minutes, without steering action by the driver.

the status display flashes. Only the lane

Vehicles with Blind Spot Assist or Driving Assis-

marking on the warning side is shown in

You can set the sensitivity of the system in the

tance Package: If the system detects an obstacle,

red.

Active Lane Keeping Assist settings, to determine

e.g. another vehicle, in the adjacent lane, there is

the level of assistance. You can also determine

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Driving and parking 405

R if you have adopted a sporty driving style with

R if the lane markings are worn, dark or cov-

high cornering speeds or high rates of acceler-

ered.

ation.

R If the distance to the vehicle in front is too

R if transport equipment, for example a trailer or

short and the lane markings cannot therefore

bicycle rack, is attached to the trailer hitch

be detected.

and the electrical connection has been cor-

R if the lane markings change quickly, e.g. lanes

rectly established.

branch off, cross one another or merge.

The system may be impaired or inoperative in the

R if the carriageway is very narrow and winding.

following situations in particular:

Observe the notes on driving systems and your

Display in the driver display in the menu Assistance

R if there is poor visibility, e.g. owing to insufo-

responsibility; you may otherwise fail to recognise

cient road illumination, highly variable shade

potential dangers ( / page 355).

If one of your front wheels moves onto a recog-

conditions, rain, snow, fog or heavy spray.

nised lane marking, this is highlighted in red in the

▌Activating or deactivating Active Lane Keeping

R if there is glare, e.g. from oncoming trafoc,

Assistance menu in the driver display.

Assist

direct sunlight or reflections.

Multimedia system:

System limits

R if there is soiling on the windscreen in the

In the following situations, there may be no

vicinity of the multifunction camera, or if the

5 Collision avoidance

camera is misted up, damaged or obscured.

course-correcting steering intervention but a

5 Active Lane Keeping Assist

warning may be given at the steering wheel

R if the bumper is soiled in the area of the radar

# Activate or deactivate the function.

depending on the situation:

sensors, or if these are damaged or obscured

R if you clearly and actively steer, brake or

R if there are no lane markings, or several

Alternatively, Active Lane Keeping Assist can be

accelerate.

unclear lane markings are present for one

activated and deactivated via the vehicle quick-

lane, e.g. around roadworks.

access y.

R if a driving safety system is intervening, e.g.

ESP ® or Active Brake Assist

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406 Driving and parking

% Setting after vehicle start is country-depend-

The setting last selected is adopted when the

AIRMATIC comprises the following functions and

ent.

vehicle is next started.

components:

% The standard setting of this function is coun-

R Air suspension with automatic all-round level

▌Setting Active Lane Keeping Assist

try-dependent.

control

Multimedia system:

% Depending on the country, this function must

R Speed-dependent lowering of the vehicle level

be activated in order for the full scope of

5 Collision avoidance

R A higher vehicle level can be selected for

Emergency Stop Assist to be available.

greater ground clearance using the vehicle

5 Active Lane Keeping Assist

Further information on Emergency Stop Assist

level button (rocker switch ¿)

( / page 385).

Setting the sensitivity

R ADS PLUS (adaptive damping system with

# Select Z.

constant adjustment of damping characteris-

AIRMATIC

tics)

# Select Early, Med. or Late.

▌Function of AIRMATIC

Suspension setting and vehicle level per drive pro-

The setting last selected is adopted when the

AIRMATIC is an air suspension system with varia-

gram

vehicle is next started.

ble damping for improved driving comfort. The all-

% The standard setting of this function is coun-

Drive programs A and ;

round level control system ensures the best possi-

try-dependent.

ble suspension and a consistent level of ground

R Comfortable suspension tuning

% The function may not be available on vehicles

clearance, even with a loaded vehicle. When driv-

R The vehicle is set to normal level

with Driving Assistance Package, depending

ing at speed, the vehicle is lowered automatically

R Lowers the vehicle to low level -1 from a

on the country.

to improve driving safety and reduce energy con-

speed of approx. 140 km/h

sumption. You also have the option of manually

Activating/deactivating assistance when lane

R Raises the vehicle to normal level below a

adjusting the vehicle level.

markings are interrupted

speed of approx. 40 km/h

# Select Advanced support.

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Drive programs o, n and Î (plug-in

R Vehicles without Off-road package:

When the entry/exit level is activated, the vehicle

is lowered to low level -2 to facilitate getting

hybrid)

raises the vehicle at speeds below approx.

into/out of the vehicle. When driving at speeds of

60 km/h to off-road level +1

R Comfortable suspension tuning

approximately 30 km/h or above, the entry/exit

R The vehicle is set to normal level

level is deactivated and the vehicle is raised

from a speed of approx. 80 km/h: lowers

( / page 411).

R Lowers the vehicle to low level -1 from a

the vehicle to normal level and

speed of approx. 140 km/h

When Car Wash Mode is activated, the vehicle is

below a speed of approx. 45 km/h: raises

raised to a noticeably higher level for automatic

R Raises the vehicle to normal level below a

the vehicle again to off-road level +1

car washes. When driving at speeds of approx-

speed of approx. 40 km/h

above a speed of approx. 110 km/h,

imately 20 km/h or above, the Car Wash Mode is

switches to A

Drive program C

deactivated and the vehicle is raised to the level

Plug-in hybrid above a speed of approx.

set previously ( / page 646).

R Firmer suspension tuning

110 km/h, switches to n

At speeds below approx. 60 km/h, and depending

R The vehicle is set to low level -1 with no

R Vehicles with Off-Road Package:

on the vehicle equipment level, the vehicle can

speed-dependent lowering of the vehicle

also be raised manually to an off-road level

raises the vehicle at speeds below approx.

R Plug-in hybrid

( / page 408)

90 km/h to off-road level +1

The vehicle is set to normal level

% Operation with a trailer or bicycle rack: if

at speeds above approx. 110 km/h, low-

Lowers the vehicle to low level -1 from a

transport equipment such as a trailer or a

ers the vehicle to normal level and

speed of approx. 140 km/h

bicycle rack is attached to the trailer coupling

switches to A and

Raises the vehicle to normal level below a

and the electrical connection has been cor-

below a speed of approx. 75 km/h, allows

speed of approx. 40 km/h

rectly established, the vehicle remains at nor-

selection of F again

mal level in all driving modes except F. In

Drive program F

drive program F the vehicle is lowered to

Individual suspension settings can be called up in

R Suspension tuning for off-road driving

drive program = ( / page 303).

normal level from a speed of approx.

30 km/h.

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R Low level -2 or entry/exit level

▌Setting the vehicle level (vehicles with AIR-

Differences between different vehicle levels com-

pared to normal level

MATIC)

Approx. -25 mm

Vehicles without Off-Road Package

% Car wash level is 30 mm higher than the maxi-

& WARNING Risk of accident because vehi-

R Car wash level

mum vehicle level (off-road level). Bear in

cle level is too high

mind the noticeably increased height of the

Approx. +90 mm

Driving characteristics may be impaired.

vehicle in car wash mode particularly when

R Off-road level +1

driving into underground car parks, in order to

The vehicle can drift outwards, for example,

Approx. +60 mm

avoid potential damage.

when steering or cornering.

R Low level -1

# Choose a vehicle level which is suited to

System limits

the driving style and the road surface

Approx. -15 mm

AIRMATIC may not be available or have only limi-

conditions.

R Low level -2 or entry/exit level

ted availability in the following cases:

Approx. -25 mm

R The overheating protection has been activated

& WARNING Risk of becoming trapped due

due to frequent height adjustments within a

Vehicles with Off-Road Package

to the vehicle lowering

short time. A corresponding display message

R Off-road level +3 or Car wash level

When lowering the vehicle, persons may

appears in the driver display.

become trapped if body parts are between the

Approx. +90 mm

After the cooling phase, the system is again

vehicle body and the tyres or underneath the

R Off-road level +2

available without restriction.

vehicle.

Approx. +60 mm

# Make sure nobody is underneath the

R Off-road level +1

vehicle or in the immediate vicinity of the

wheel arches when you lower the vehi-

Approx. +30 mm

cle.

R Low level -1

Approx. -15 mm

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Requirements

Raising the vehicle (vehicles without Off-Road

& WARNING Risk of becoming trapped due

R The vehicle has been started.

Package)

to the vehicle lowering

R Vehicles without Off-Road Package:

Vehicles with AIRMATIC or level control: when

The vehicle is not moving faster than

you unload luggage or leave the vehicle, the

60 km/h.

vehicle first rises slightly and then returns to

the set level shortly afterwards.

R Vehicles with Off-Road Package:

You or anyone else in the vicinity of the wheel

Off-road level +1: the vehicle is not moving

arches or the underbody could thus become

faster than 90 km/h.

trapped.

Off-road level +2: the vehicle is not moving

The vehicle can also be lowered after being

faster than 60 km/h in F.

locked.

Off-road level +3: the vehicle is not moving

# When leaving the vehicle, make sure that

faster than 20 km/h in F and the rear

nobody is in the vicinity of the wheel

fog lamp is not switched on.

arches or the underbody.

R Operation with trailer or bicycle rack when

the trailer socket is connected correctly:

* NOTE Damage due to vehicle lowering

The vehicle is not moving faster than

30 km/h.

Parts of the body could be damaged when the

Push rocker switch 1 forward.

vehicle is lowered.

Indicator lamp 2 flashes while the vehicle is

% Use normal level when towing a trailer. High-

# Make sure that there are no obstacles

being raised to off-road level +1 and lights up

level driving is not permitted in trailer opera-

such as kerbs underneath or in the

continuously when the raising process is com-

tion on public roads.

immediate vicinity of the body when the

plete.

vehicle is being lowered.

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Off-road level +1 set remains stored even after

Lowering the vehicle (vehicles without Off-Road

Raise vehicle (vehicles with Off-Road Package)

the vehicle has been switched off.

Package)

The vehicle is lowered again to the vehicle level of

the selected drive program in the following situa-

tions:

R When driving faster than 80 km/h.

R When driving briefly between 65 km/h and

80 km/h.

R You select another drive program.

Push rocker switch 1 forward.

Pull rocker switch 1.

The vehicle is raised to the next-highest off-

road level.

The vehicle is lowered to the height of the

selected drive program. Indicator lamp 2

The following indicator lamps 2 flash during

flashes during lowering and goes out when the

raising and remain lit when the raising process

lowering process is complete.

is complete.

R Off-road level +1: one indicator lamp

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R Off-road level +2: two indicator lamps

Lower vehicle (vehicles with Off-Road Package)

R Off-road level +1: one indicator lamp

R Off-road level +3: three indicator lamps

R Normal level: no indicator lamp

The off-road level set remains stored even after

The vehicle level set remains stored even after the

the vehicle has been switched off.

vehicle has been switched off.

The vehicle is lowered to the next-lowest vehicle

▌Setting the entry/exit level (AIRMATIC)

level in the following situations:

Requirements

R In off-road level +3:

R The vehicle has been started.

When driving faster than 20 km/h.

R The vehicle is moving at speeds below

The rear fog lamp is switched on.

30 km/h.

R In off-road level +2:

Multimedia system:

When driving faster than 80 km/h.

4 © 5 Settings

When driving briefly between 65 km/h and

5 Schnellzugriff (Quick access)

80 km/h.

# Select Lower when entering On.

R In off-road level +1:

The vehicle is lowered to low level -2 to facili-

When driving faster than 110 km/h.

Pull rocker switch 1.

tate entering and exiting. The selection is

The vehicle is lowered to the next-lowest vehi-

stored and the set level for entering and exit-

When driving briefly between 100 km/h

cle level. Indicator lamps 2 of the current

ing remains stored even after the vehicle has

and 110 km/h.

off-road program flash during lowering.

been switched off.

% When you select another drive program, the

The following indicator lamps 2 remain lit

The vehicle is raised to the current vehicle level in

vehicle is lowered to the vehicle level of the

when the lowering process is complete.

the following situations:

selected drive program.

R Off-road level +2: two indicator lamps

R Lower when entering OFF is selected.

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R The vehicle is moving faster than 30 km/h

R the battery is sufociently charged (if neces-

Pull switch 1 in the load compartment trim

after restart.

sary, start the vehicle)

briefly.

Indicator lamp 2 flashes until the vehicle has

% The availability of this function depends on

Lowering the rear of the vehicle

been lowered.

the vehicle equipment.

The vehicle is lowered at the rear axle by

% Further information on AIRMATIC

approx. 40 mm. When the vehicle has been

( / page 406).

lowered, indicator lamp 2 remains lit.

▌Lowering and raising the rear of the vehicle

Lowering is interrupted in the following situations:

R a vehicle door is opened

& WARNING Risk of becoming trapped due

R switch 1 is pulled again

to the vehicle lowering

R the vehicle is being driven faster than 2 km/h

When lowering the vehicle, persons may

become trapped if body parts are between the

% The vehicle is automatically set to the level of

vehicle body and the tyres or underneath the

the drive program selected if you drive at

vehicle.

speeds greater than 2 km/h.

# Make sure nobody is underneath the

If indicator lamp 2 flashes twice and the rear of

vehicle or in the immediate vicinity of the

the vehicle does not lower:

wheel arches when you lower the vehi-

# Make sure that the requirements are met.

cle.

Apply the electric parking brake.

% Lowering the rear of the vehicle allows the

Requirements

vehicle to be loaded more easily. Observe the

Switch the transmission to position j

R all vehicle doors are closed

notes on loading the vehicle when doing this

( / page 309).

( / page 202).

R there is no trailer coupled

R there is no bicycle rack fitted

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Raising the rear of the vehicle

% The vehicle is automatically set to the level of

The ROAD SURFACE SCAN function detects areas

the drive program selected if you drive at

of unevenness in the road before you drive over

# Check if the battery is sufociently charged.

speeds greater than 2 km/h.

them by means of a multifunction camera. This

Start the vehicle, if necessary.

reduces chassis movements.

If the vehicle cannot be raised:

The damping is adjusted individually to each

# Make sure the battery is sufociently charged;

wheel and depends on the following factors:

if necessary, start the vehicle.

The raising process continues.

R Driving style, e.g. sporty

R Road condition, e.g. bumps

E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL

R Drive program

▌Function of E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL

E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL is comprised of the fol-

E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL is an electrohydraulic

lowing functions and components:

suspension system with variable damping for

R Vehicles with Driving Assistance Package:

improved driving comfort. The all-round level con-

ROAD SURFACE SCAN

trol system ensures the best possible suspension

R Curve inclination function CURVE

and constant ground clearance, even with a laden

vehicle. When driving at speed, the vehicle is low-

R Recovery mode

ered automatically to improve driving safety and

R Individual wheel control

reduce energy consumption. The suspension set-

R Air suspension with automatic level control

ting is adjusted depending on the road condition,

Pull switch 1 briefly.

vehicle load and the drive program selected. You

R Speed-dependent lowering of the vehicle level

Indicator lamp 2 goes out.

also have the option of manually adjusting the

R A higher vehicle level can be selected for

The vehicle will be raised to the currently

vehicle level.

greater ground clearance using the vehicle

selected level.

level button (rocker switch ¿)

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R ADS PLUS (adaptive damping system with

R No speed-dependent lowering of the vehicle

raising the vehicle at speeds below approx.

constant adjustment of damping characteris-

90 km/h to off-road level +1

R ROAD SURFACE SCAN deactivated

tics)

at speeds above approx. 110 km/h, lower-

R Curve inclination function deactivated

ing the vehicle to normal level and switch-

Suspension setting and vehicle level per drive pro-

Drive program F

ing to A and

gram

R Suspension tuning for off-road driving

below a speed of approx. 75 km/h, it is

Drive programs A, N and ;

possible to select F again

R Vehicles without Off-road package:

R Comfortable suspension tuning

ROAD SURFACE SCAN active

raising the vehicle at speeds below approx.

R The vehicle is set to normal level

60 km/h to off-road level +1

Curve inclination function deactivated

R Lowers the vehicle to low level -1 from a

Recovery mode and individual wheel con-

speed of approx. 140 km/h

From a speed of approx. 80 km/h: lowers

trol possible

the vehicle to normal level and

R Raises the vehicle to normal level below a

Individual suspension settings can be called up in

speed of approx. 40 km/h

below a speed of approx. 45 km/h: raises

drive program = ( / page 303).

the vehicle again to off-road level +1

R ROAD SURFACE SCAN deactivated (;)

When the entry/exit level is activated, the vehicle

above a speed of approx. 110 km/h,

R ROAD SURFACE SCAN active (A, N)

is lowered to low level -2 to facilitate entering/

switching to A

R curve inclination function deactivated

exiting the vehicle. When driving at speeds of

ROAD SURFACE SCAN active

(A, ;)

approximately 30 km/h or above, the entry/exit

Curve inclination function deactivated

level is deactivated and the vehicle is raised

R curve inclination function active (N)

( / page 411).

Recovery mode and individual wheel con-

Drive program C

trol possible

When car wash mode is activated, the vehicle is

R Firmer suspension tuning

raised to a noticeably higher level for automatic

R Vehicles with Offroad package:

car washes. When driving at speeds of approx-

R The vehicle is set to low level -1

imately 20 km/h or above, the Car wash mode is

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deactivated and the vehicle is raised to the level

R Low level -1

underground car parks in order to avoid

set previously ( / page 646).

potential damage.

Approx. -15 mm

At speeds below approx. 60 km/h, and depending

R Low level -2 or entry/exit level

System limits

on the vehicle equipment level, the vehicle can be

Approx. -25 mm

E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL may not be available or

raised manually to an off-road level ( / page 408)

have only limited availability in the following

Vehicles with Off-road package

% Operation with a trailer or bicycle rack: if

cases:

transport equipment, such as a trailer or a

R Off-road level +3 or car wash level

R The overheating protection has been activated

bicycle rack, is attached to the trailer hitch

Approx. +90 mm

due to frequent height adjustments within a

and the electrical connection has been cor-

R Off-road level +2

short time. A corresponding display message

rectly established, the curve inclination func-

appears in the driver display.

tion is deactivated and the vehicle always

Approx. +60 mm

remains at normal level in all drive programs

After the cooling phase, the system is again

R Off-road level +1

with the exception of F. In drive program

available without restriction.

Approx. +30 mm

F the vehicle is lowered to normal level

▌Function of ROAD SURFACE SCAN

R Low level -1

from a speed of approx. 30 km/h.

% This function is not available in all countries.

Approx. -15 mm

Differences between different vehicle levels com-

The ROAD SURFACE SCAN function monitors the

R Low level -2 or entry/exit level

pared to the normal level:

road in front of your vehicle using a multifunction

Approx. -25 mm

Vehicles without Off-road package

camera ( / page 356). ROAD SURFACE SCAN

R Car wash level

% Car wash level is 30 mm higher than the maxi-

detects unevenness in the road surface, e.g.

mum vehicle level (off-road level). Observe the

bumps before the vehicle drives over them. Chas-

Approx. +90 mm

noticeably increased height of the vehicle in

sis movements are reduced, and driving comfort

R Off-road level +1

car wash mode particularly when driving into

is increased.

+60 mm

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ROAD SURFACE SCAN is automatically activated

R If sections of the route have a very small

Make sure there is sufocient ground

radius of curvature.

if the following conditions are met:

clearance when activating recovery

R During abrupt driving manoeuvres, e.g. heavy

mode.

R Drive program A, N or F is selec-

braking or sudden acceleration.

ted.

Recovery mode is a function of the suspension

R No terrain level +3 or car wash level is set.

Observe the notes on cleaning the multifunction

which can assist the driver on loose surfaces (e.g.

camera ( / page 649).

R You are driving at a speed between 7 km/h

sand, snow) when freeing a vehicle which has

and 160 km/h.

become stuck.

▌Function of recovery mode

The vehicle body rocks in slow, vertical motions

System limits

when recovery mode has been activated. This

& WARNING Risk of injury due to the vehicle

ROAD SURFACE SCAN can be impaired in the fol-

temporarily puts the wheels under greater load,

moving up and down

lowing situations or can stop functioning:

which means they have increased traction and the

During recovery mode, the vehicle moves up

R If the carriageway is insufociently lit, e.g. at

vehicle is freed.

and down and can cause injuries.

night.

You can activate free driving mode via Off-road

# When activating recovery mode, make

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

Assist ( / page 524).

certain that no one is in the vicinity of

in direct sunlight or greatly varying light condi-

the vehicle.

▌Function of individual wheel control

tions.

R If the windscreen in the area of the multifunc-

& WARNING Risk of becoming trapped due

* NOTE Risk of damage due to the vehicle

tion camera is dirty, misted up, damaged or

to the vehicle lowering

moving up and down

covered.

The vehicle can be lowered when the individ-

When recovery mode is activated, the vehicle

R If the road surface has no optic structure or

ual wheel control function has been activated.

suspension automatically moves in and out

reflects light.

Body parts could become trapped if they are

thus moving the vehicle up and down. Bottom-

R If you are driving too close to the vehicle in

ing out can damage the underbody.

front.

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You can activate individual wheel control via Off-

between the vehicle body and the tyres or

wheel arches when you lower the vehi-

road Assist ( / page 524).

underneath the vehicle.

cle.

# Make sure that nobody is under the vehi-

▌Adjusting the vehicle level (vehicles with E-

cle or in the immediate vicinity of the

& WARNING Risk of becoming trapped due

ACTIVE BODY CONTROL)

wheel arches when individual wheel con-

to the vehicle lowering

trol is activated.

& WARNING Risk of accident because vehi-

Vehicles with AIRMATIC or level control: when

cle level is too high

you unload luggage or leave the vehicle, the

* NOTE Risk of damage due to the vehicle

vehicle first rises slightly and then returns to

Driving characteristics may be impaired.

moving up and down

the set level shortly afterwards.

The vehicle can drift outwards, for example,

You or anyone else in the vicinity of the wheel

The vehicle can be lowered or raised on one

when steering or cornering.

arches or the underbody could thus become

or more wheels when the individual wheel

# Choose a vehicle level which is suited to

trapped.

control function has been activated. Vehicle

the driving style and the road surface

parts could be damaged due to contact with

The vehicle can also be lowered after being

conditions.

objects.

locked.

# Make sure that the vehicle has sufocient

# When leaving the vehicle, make sure that

& WARNING Risk of becoming trapped due

room to move when the individual wheel

nobody is in the vicinity of the wheel

to the vehicle lowering

control function has been activated.

arches or the underbody.

When lowering the vehicle, persons may

become trapped if body parts are between the

Individual wheel control is a function of the sus-

* NOTE Damage due to vehicle lowering

vehicle body and the tyres or underneath the

pension, which can be used to set the vehicle

vehicle.

level for each wheel individually. This can help to

Parts of the body could be damaged when the

improve alignment of the body when driving off-

vehicle is lowered.

# Make sure nobody is underneath the

road.

vehicle or in the immediate vicinity of the

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% Use the normal level in trailer operation. High-

continuously when the raising process is com-

Make sure that there are no obstacles

level driving is not permitted in trailer opera-

plete.

such as kerbs underneath or in the

tion on public roads.

immediate vicinity of the body when the

Off-road level +1 set remains stored even after

vehicle is being lowered.

Raising the vehicle (vehicles without Off-road

the vehicle has been switched off.

package)

The vehicle is lowered again to the vehicle level of

Requirements

the selected drive program in the following situa-

R The vehicle has been started.

tions:

R Vehicles without Off-road package:

R When driving faster than 80 km/h.

The vehicle is not moving faster than

R When driving briefly between 65 km/h and

60 km/h.

80 km/h.

R Vehicles with Off-road package:

R You select another drive program.

Off-road level +1: the vehicle is not moving

faster than 90 km/h.

Off-road level +2: the vehicle is not moving

faster than 60 km/h in F.

Off-road level +3: the vehicle is not moving

faster than 20 km/h in F and the rear

fog lamp is not switched on.

R Operation with trailer or bicycle rack when

the trailer socket is connected correctly:

Push rocker switch 1 forwards.

The vehicle is being driven no faster than

Indicator lamp 2 flashes while the vehicle is

30 km/h.

being raised to off-road level +1 and lights up

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Lowering the vehicle (vehicles without Off-road

Raising the vehicle (vehicles with Off-road pack-

Following indicator lamps 2 flash when rais-

package)

age)

ing and remain lit when the raising process is

complete.

R Off-road level +1: one indicator lamp

R Off-road level +2: two indicator lamps

R Off-road level +3: three indicator lamps

The off-road level set remains stored even after

the vehicle has been switched off.

The vehicle is lowered to the next lowest vehicle

level in the following situations:

R In off-road level +3:

When driving faster than 20 km/h.

The rear fog lamp is switched on.

R In off-road level +2:

When driving faster than 80 km/h.

Pull rocker switch 1.

Push rocker switch 1 forwards.

When driving briefly between 65 km/h and

The vehicle is lowered to the height of the

The vehicle is raised to the next highest off-

80 km/h.

selected drive program. Indicator lamp 2

road level.

R In off-road level +1:

flashes when lowering and goes out when the

When driving faster than 110 km/h.

lowering process is complete.

When driving briefly between 100 km/h

and 110 km/h.

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% When you select another drive program, the

Pull rocker switch 1.

reduce fuel consumption. You also have the

vehicle is lowered to the vehicle level of the

The vehicle is lowered to the next lowest vehi-

option of manually adjusting the vehicle level.

selected drive program.

cle level. Indicator lamps 2 of the current

The damping is set individually for each wheel and

off-road program flash when lowering.

is affected by the following factors:

Lowering the vehicle (vehicles with Off-road pack-

Following indicator lamps 2 remain lit when

age)

R The drive program selected

the lowering process is complete.

R Driving style, e.g. sporty

R Off-road level +2: two indicator lamps

R Road condition, e.g. bumps

R Off-road level +1: one indicator lamp

R The individual selection of SPORT, SPORT + or

R Normal level: no indicator lamp

COMFORT

The vehicle level set remains stored even after the

AMG RIDE CONTROL + includes the following

vehicle has been switched off.

components and functions:

R Air suspension with variable spring rate and

AMG RIDE CONTROL +

automatic level control

R Speed-dependent lowering to reduce fuel con-

▌Function of AMG RIDE CONTROL +

sumption

AMG RIDE CONTROL + is an air suspension sys-

tem with variable damping for improved driving

R Manually selectable raised vehicle level for

characteristics. The all-round level control system

greater ground clearance

ensures the best possible suspension and con-

R Adaptive Damping System with constant

stant ground clearance, even with a laden vehicle.

damping force adjustment

When driving at speed, the vehicle is lowered

R Rocker switch for suspension settings

automatically to improve driving safety and to

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▌Selecting the suspension setting

Suspension setting and vehicle level per drive pro-

R The vehicle is raised to the normal level again

in the following cases:

gram

% You can also adjust the suspension setting via

You are driving slower than 120 km/h for

the multimedia system ( / page 305).

Drive programs ë and F:

at least one minute.

In drive programs ë and F, the sus-

R The suspension setting and the all-wheel drive

pension setting is permanently assigned and

You are driving slower than 80 km/h.

4MATIC+ are adapted for sporty performance

cannot be selected.

on fine, loose surfaces (ë).

R 4MATIC+ is dynamically synchronised.

You can select from three different suspension

R The suspension setting and the all-wheel drive

Drive programs C, B and I:

settings:

4MATIC+ are adapted for driving in areas with

R The suspension setting is firm (C).

no firm road surfaces (F).

R COMFORT ensures a comfortable suspension

R The suspension setting is even firmer (B,

setting. Select this suspension setting if you

R The vehicle is set to the high level.

prefer a comfortable driving style.

I).

R When driving at speeds above 70 km/h, the

R SPORT lowers the vehicle to the lowest level

R The vehicle is set to the low level.

vehicle is lowered to the normal level.

and ensures a firmer suspension setting.

R The vehicle is not lowered any further if you

Drive programs o and A:

Select this suspension setting when employing

are travelling at higher speeds.

a sporty driving style, e.g. on winding country

R The suspension setting is comfortable.

R 4MATIC+ is more dynamically synchronised.

roads.

R The vehicle is set to the normal level.

Differences between different vehicle levels com-

R SPORT + lowers the vehicle to the lowest level

R The vehicle is lowered to low level while you

and ensures a very firm suspension setting.

pared to the normal level:

are driving in the following cases:

R High level: approx. +55 mm

You are driving faster than 120 km/h for

R Low level: approx. -10 mm

at least 20 seconds.

You are driving faster than 140 km/h.

When the vehicle is started again, the COMFORT

setting is activated automatically.

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R ä (yellow): SPORT

Drive program F:

R ä (red): SPORT +

R Roll movements are reduced.

R The suspension setting is designed for

improved off-road performance.

AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL

R Traction is improved for driving off-road and

▌Function of AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL

on loose surfaces.

AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL additionally supple-

ments the functions of AMG RIDE CONTROL +

Drive programs o and A:

with an active roll stabilisation system. Depending

R The lean is reduced during cornering.

on the selected drive program, the suspension

Press the upper or lower 1 display button

R Roll movements caused by uneven road surfa-

setting is adapted to the driving situation by influ-

repeatedly, until it displays the ä symbol.

ces are compensated for.

encing the vehicle's roll behaviour with active sta-

bilisers. As a result, the driving comfort and safety

% If the display button does not show the sym-

Drive programs C, B and I:

of the vehicle are noticeably improved. The stabil-

bol, then it is hidden. How functions are dis-

R The lean is significantly reduced during cor-

isers on the front and rear axle can also be con-

played and the order in which they are dis-

nering.

trolled separately to create a more dynamic han-

played can be set in the multimedia system

dling.

R Roll movements caused by uneven road surfa-

( / page 296).

ces are compensated for.

Suspension setting per drive program

# Press corresponding button 2.

R B and I: the driving characteristics

The selected suspension setting is shown in

Drive program ë:

become even more agile through targeted

the driver's display as a message.

R Roll movements are significantly reduced.

interventions.

The ä symbol indicates the currently selected

R Traction is improved for driving on sand.

Drive program =

mode:

R Individual settings of the suspension setting

R ä (blue): COMFORT

via AMG DYNAMICS

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Basic: reduction of lean during cornering

When leaving the vehicle, make sure that

& WARNING Risk of becoming trapped due

and dynamic handling

nobody is in the vicinity of the wheel

to the vehicle lowering

Advanced: increased reduction of lean dur-

arches or the underbody.

When lowering the vehicle, persons may

ing cornering and even more dynamic han-

become trapped if body parts are between the

dling

Requirements

vehicle body and the tyres or underneath the

R The vehicle has been started.

Pro: significantly increased reduction of

vehicle.

lean during cornering and the most

R The vehicle must not be moving faster than

# Make sure nobody is underneath the

dynamic handling possible

65 km/h.

vehicle or in the immediate vicinity of the

Master: significantly increased reduction

wheel arches when you lower the vehi-

of lean during cornering and maximum

cle.

agility in the vehicle's handling through tar-

geted interventions by the system

& WARNING Risk of becoming trapped due

▌Setting the vehicle level

to the vehicle lowering

Vehicles with AMG RIDE CONTROL+ or level

& WARNING Risk of accident because vehi-

control system: when you unload luggage or

cle level is too high

leave the vehicle, the vehicle first rises slightly

and then returns to the set level shortly after-

Driving characteristics may be impaired.

wards.

The vehicle can drift outwards, for example,

You or anyone else in the vicinity of the wheel

when steering or cornering.

arches or the underbody could thus become

# Choose a vehicle level which is suited to

trapped.

the driving style and the road surface

The vehicle can also be lowered after being

conditions.

locked.

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To raise the vehicle: push rocker switch 1

The vehicle sets itself to the standard level of the

% The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a

forward.

selected drive program when you switch drive pro-

mirror image, as it would appear in the inside

Indicator lamp 2 flashes while the vehicle is

grams.

rearview mirror.

being raised and remains lit when the raising

Operation with a trailer or bicycle rack

Vehicles with Parking Package

process to high or off-road level is complete.

If the electrical connection has been correctly

The following camera perspectives are available in

The central display shows the selected vehicle

established to the trailer or bicycle rack:

the central display:

level.

R Up to approx. 30 km/h: the high or off-road

Your selection is saved. The high level set remains

level can be selected regardless of drive pro-

stored even after the ignition has been switched

gram.

off.

R From approx. 30 km/h: the vehicle is adjusted

The vehicle is lowered again to the level of the

to normal level regardless of drive program.

active drive program in the following situations:

R When driving faster than 80 km/h.

Reversing camera

R When driving briefly between 65 km/h and

▌Function of the reversing camera

80 km/h.

The reversing camera serves solely as an aid. It is

R You select another drive program.

not a substitute for you having to pay attention to

Menu Camera views

your surroundings. The responsibility for safe

1 Lane marking the course the tyres will take

To lower the vehicle: pull rocker switch 1.

manoeuvring and parking remains with you.

with the current steering angle (dynamic)

Indicator lamp 2 flashes during lowering and

Ensure that there are no persons, animals or

2 Driven surface depending on the current

goes out when the lowering process to the

objects etc. in the manoeuvring area while

steering angle (dynamic)

level of the active drive program is complete.

manoeuvring and parking.

The central display shows the selected vehicle

3 Menu Parking Assistance

level.

4 Reversing camera with Top View

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5 Wide-angle view

6 Trailer view

7 Activate/deactivate Parking Assist

PARKTRONIC ( / page 435)

8 Guide line at a distance of approximately

0.3 m from the rear area

9 Guide lines at a distance of approximately

0.5 m, 1.0 m, 1.5 m and 3.0 m from the rear

area

A Warning display of Parking Assist

Wide-angle view

Trailer view

PARKTRONIC ( / page 433)

A Warning display of Parking Assist

B Yellow guide line, locating aid

PARKTRONIC ( / page 433)

% When Active Parking Assist is active, paths

C Red guide line at a distance of approximately

1 are displayed in green ( / page 436).

0.3 m from the ball head of the trailer hitch

D Ball head of the trailer hitch

System limits

If the system is not ready for operation, the Sys-

tem inoperative message appears on the central

display.

The reversing camera will not function, or will only

partially function in the following situations:

R You are driving forwards at a speed greater

than approximately 16 km/h.

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R The tailgate is open.

e.g. when driving out of a garage. Particular

stitute for you having to pay attention to your sur-

attention must be afforded in this case.

roundings. The responsibility for safe manoeuvring

R The weather conditions are poor, e.g. heavy

and parking remains with you. Ensure that there

rain, snow, fog, storm or spray.

% Have the display repaired or replaced if,

are no persons, animals or objects etc. in the

forexample, its use is considerably restricted

R The light conditions are poor, e.g. at night or if

manoeuvring area while manoeuvring and parking.

due to pixel errors.

a light is shining into the camera.

The following camera perspectives are available in

Observe also the information on vehicle sensors

R The camera lens is obstructed, dirty or misted

the central display:

and cameras ( / page 356).

up. Observe the notes on cleaning the revers-

ing camera ( / page 649).

360° Camera

R The camera or rear of your vehicle is dam-

aged. In this case, have the camera and its

▌Function of the 360° camera

position and setting checked at a qualified

The 360° camera is a system comprising four

specialist workshop.

cameras which cover the immediate vehicle sur-

% Do not use the reversing camera in these

roundings. The cameras support you, for example,

types of situations. You could otherwise injure

when parking or when exits are difocult to see.

others or collide with objects when parking

The 360° camera includes the following cameras

the vehicle.

and evaluates their images:

The field of vision and other functions of the cam-

Menu Camera views overview

R Reversing camera

era system may be restricted due to additional

1 Menu Parking Assistance

R Front camera

vehicle attachments (e.g. licence plate bracket or

2 Top view with image from the front camera

bicycle rack).

R Two outside mirror cameras

3 Wide-angle view

% The contrast of the display may be impaired

The cameras serve solely as aids and may show a

4 Top view with image from the reversing cam-

by direct sunlight or by other light sources,

distorted view of obstacles, show them incorrectly

era

or even omit them altogether. They are not a sub-

5 3D view left side of the vehicle

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6 3D view right side of the vehicle

7 3D auto view

8 Trailer view (depending on equipment)

9 Activating/deactivating Parking Assist

PARKTRONIC ( / page 435)

A Set the GPS activation point

% The warning display of the Parking Assist

PARKTRONIC is shown in all views

( / page 433).

Function of the guide lines

Top view with the image from the front or reversing

camera

1 Guide lines at a distance of approximately

0.5 m, 1.0 m, 1.5 m and 3.0 m from the rear

1 Warning display of Parking Assist

area

PARKTRONIC ( / page 433)

2 Lane marking the course the tyres will take

2 Your vehicle from above

with the current steering angle (dynamic)

3 Lane indicating the route the vehicle will take

3 Driven surface depending on the current

at the current steering angle

steering angle (dynamic)

& WARNING Risk of accidents due to

4 Guide line at a distance of approximately

objects not being displayed or being dis-

0.3 m from the rear area

played as heavily distorted

% When Active Parking Assist is active, lanes

Due to the projection of the cameras, objects

and guidelines are displayed in green instead

in the 3D views may be heavily distorted or

of yellow ( / page 436).

not displayed at all.

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Ensure that there are no persons, ani-

mals or objects in the manoeuvring area

while manoeuvring and parking.

* NOTE Risk of accident due to objects

being severely distorted in the display or

not displayed at all

Due to the projection of the cameras, objects

in the 3D views may be severely distorted

when displayed or not displayed at all.

3D view, left/right-hand side of the vehicle

3D auto view

# Make sure that there are no persons,

1 Display of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC

In the 3D view, left/right-hand side of the vehicle,

animals or objects etc. in the manoeu-

( / page 433)

the virtual camera moves to the respective side of

vring area while manoeuvring and park-

2 Guide lines

the vehicle 2. When you change the transmis-

ing.

sion position, the view is automatically adapted. In

In the 3D auto view, the virtual camera moves to

addition, top view 1 is displayed with the Parking

the standard perspective, facing forward from the

Assist PARKTRONIC warning display.

rear above the roof. The view changes automati-

cally when approaching obstacles.

% The area behind the vehicle is not displayed

as a mirror image as is usual in the 3D views.

If you touch the touchscreen, the view changes to

a 3D view with free rotation. You can turn, tilt and

zoom the views by touch.

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Wide-angle view

Trailer view

Side view of outside mirror cameras in trailer view

1 Display of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC

1 Switch between standard and trailer view

1 Switch to the side view of the outside mirror

( / page 433)

cameras

2 Yellow guide line, locating aid

2 Top view with image from the reversing cam-

3 Ball head of the trailer hitch

System limits

era

4 Red guide line at a distance of approximately

If the system is not ready for operation, the Sys-

3 Wide-angle view

0.3 m from the ball head of the trailer hitch

tem inoperative message appears on the central

display.

If the top view with reversing camera image is dis-

% In trailer mode, the guide lines are shown at

played, switch to the wide-angle view with the 2

the level of the trailer hitch.

& WARNING Risk of accident due to func-

icon indented to the left. When the wide-angle

When the electrical connection is established

tional limitations of the 360° camera

view is displayed, switch back to the respective

between the vehicle and the trailer, the display

top view.

If the function of the 360° camera is restric-

changes to the side camera view.

ted, there is a risk of collision with persons or

If you select the trailer view and no trailer is cou-

objects.

pled to the vehicle, the following display appears:

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have the cameras, their positions and their

▌Off-road function of the 360° camera

Do not use the 360° camera in case of

setting checked at a qualified specialist work-

The 360° camera can support you with different

functional limitations.

shop.

views when driving off-road.

# Ensure that there are no persons, ani-

The following views are available:

mals or objects etc., in the manoeuvring

For technical reasons, the standard height of the

area while manoeuvring and parking.

vehicle may be altered if the vehicle is carrying a

R Transparent bonnet

heavy load and can result in inaccuracies in the

R Front view

The 360° camera will not function or will only par-

guide lines and in the display of the generated

R Rear view

images.

tially function in the following situations:

The field of vision and other functions of the cam-

R You are driving forwards at a speed greater

To call up the function, call up the off-road menu

era system may be restricted due to additional

than approximately 16 km/h.

in the multimedia system ( / page 523).

vehicle attachments (e.g. licence plate bracket or

R The doors are open.

% Active Parking Assist, Parking Assist

bicycle rack).

PARKTRONIC and the manoeuvring assistant

R An outside mirror is not completely extended.

% Contrast of the display may be impaired by

functions are not available in the drive pro-

R The tailgate is open.

abrupt, direct sunlight or other light sources,

gram F. Please also note the system limits

R The weather conditions are poor, e.g. heavy

e.g. when driving out of a garage. Particular

of the respective functions.

rain, snow, fog, storm or spray.

attention must be afforded in this case.

R The light conditions are poor, e.g. at night or if

% Have the display repaired or replaced if,

a light is shining into the camera.

forexample, its use is considerably restricted

due to pixel errors.

R The camera lens is obstructed, dirty or misted

up. Refer to the notes on cleaning the 360°

Observe also the information on vehicle sensors

camera ( / page 649).

and cameras ( / page 356).

R If cameras or vehicle components in which the

cameras are fitted are damaged. In this event,

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Transparent bonnet

Front and rear view

6 Lane indicating the route the vehicle will take

at the current steering angle

7 Altitude above sea level

If the off-road menu is open in the central display

and the button 2 is switched on, the transparent

bonnet view is automatically displayed in the

transmission position h.

The transparent bonnet view shows a virtual

image of the area directly in front of the bumper,

in front of the tyres and under the bonnet. In addi-

tion, the current lane is displayed. The transpar-

ent bonnet can assist you when driving over difo-

cult terrain, e.g. on rocky or uneven ground.

The front camera captured and recorded the sha-

ded area under the bonnet 5. This area is then

shown as soon as it has been traversed by the

vehicle. If the vehicle has not been moved for

Transparent bonnet display (example)

Front and rear view display (example)

some time, the recorded area is displayed in grey-

1 Cardinal point

scale and faded out.

2 Switch camera perspective on or off

3 Activate/deactivate Parking Assist

PARKTRONIC ( / page 433)

4 Position of the wheels

4 Pitch display

5 Area under the bonnet

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R when shadows fall on the area recorded by

Press button 1.

5 Lane indicating the route the vehicle will take

the camera

at the current steering angle

Select Camera views menu.

6 Roll display

Observe the instructions on the 360° camera's

# Select the desired view in the multimedia sys-

7 Altitude above sea level

function and its system limits. Otherwise, you may

tem ( / page 426).

fail to recognise potential dangers ( / page 426).

% Note that the area between the vehicle and up

▌Selecting a view for the 360° camera (reverse

to approx. 1 m in front of the vehicle is not

▌Calling up the 360° camera views using the

gear)

displayed.

button

# Engage reverse gear.

The slope and inclination indicators are only

# Select the desired view in the multimedia sys-

shown in the front view.

tem ( / page 426).

If the vehicle is travelling faster than approx.

8 km/h the view automatically changes from

▌Opening the camera cover

transparent bonnet to front view. The camera

Multimedia system:

image is closed if the vehicle is travelling faster

than approx. 20 km/h - 30 km/h (depending on

5 Camera

the drive program).

# Select Open camera cover.

The reversing camera image is automatically dis-

played when you engage reverse gear.

% The camera cover closes automatically after

some time, or after the vehicle is switched on

System limits

or off.

The area under the bonnet may not be displayed

correctly in the following situations:

R in the rain

R driving in the dark

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Parking Assist PARKTRONIC

for safe manoeuvring and parking remains with

you. Ensure that there are no persons, animals or

▌Function of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC

objects in the manoeuvring area while manoeu-

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is an electronic park-

vring and parking in/exiting parking spaces.

ing assistance system which monitors the area

Displays on the central display

surrounding your vehicle . The distance between

your vehicle and a detected obstacle is displayed

visually and acoustically.

The passive side impact protection also warns you

of obstacles to the side. These must be detected

beforehand by the sensors in the front or rear

Vehicles with reversing camera

bumper while driving by them. If you steer in the

1 Ready for display at the front and rear

direction of a detected obstacle and there is a risk

2 Ready for display all around

of a lateral collision, a warning is issued.

3 Ready for display all around and obstacle

Passive side impact protection can be activated

detection

and deactivated via the multimedia system

( / page 436).

As soon as Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is ready

Vehicles with 360° camera

for display, the respective areas 1 to 3 of the

In order that front or rear obstacles to the side

display are shown in blue.

can be displayed, the vehicle must first travel a

distance of at least half a vehicle length. Once the

The colour of the display changes depending on

vehicle has travelled a distance of one vehicle

the distance to the detected obstacle:

length, obstacles on all sides can be shown.

R Blue: > 1 m (no obstacles detected)

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC serves solely as an

R Yellow: approximately 1 m - 0.7 m

aid. It is not a substitute for you having to pay

R Orange: approximately 0.7 m - 0.4 m

attention to your surroundings. The responsibility

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R Red: < 0.4 m

Vehicles with 360° camera: the boundary line

shifts dynamically depending on the position and

distance of the obstacles detected.

An intermittent warning tone also sounds depend-

ing on the distance to the obstacle detected. You

can set the timing of the warnings on the multi-

media system. In the Warn early setting, the sys-

tem warns you from a distance of 1 m. In the

standard setting, from a shorter distance of

Vehicles with reversing camera

Head-up display (example)

0.4 m.

If you are not in the Camera & parking menu and

Optionally, obstacles detected by Parking Assist

PARKTRONIC from a distance of approximately

an obstacle in the vehicle path is detected, a pop-

1.0 m in front 2 and 0.7 m at the sides 3 can

up window 1 appears on the central display if

also be displayed on the head-up display.

the following requirements are met:

R Vehicles without Active Parking Assist: when

System limits

driving no faster than 12 km/h.

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC does not necessarily

R Vehicles with Active Parking Assist: when driv-

take into account the following obstacles:

ing no faster than 18 km/h.

R Obstacles below the detection range, e.g. per-

sons, animals or objects.

R Obstacles above the detection range, e.g. pro-

Vehicles with 360° camera

truding loads, overhangs or loading ramps of

lorries.

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R Pedestrians or animals approaching the vehi-

established, Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is deac-

▌Activating/deactivating Parking Assist

cle from the side.

tivated for the rear zone.

PARKTRONIC

R Objects placed next to the vehicle

Problems with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC

* NOTE Vehicle damage when parking or

If the Parking Assist PARKTRONIC display lights

Obstacles on the sides are not shown in the fol-

manoeuvring due to nearby objects

up red for approximately three seconds and then

lowing situations, for example:

goes out, and the é symbol appears on the

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC may not detect

R You park the vehicle and switch it off.

driver display, the system may have been deacti-

certain objects in the close-up range.

R You open the doors.

vated due to signal interference. Start the vehicle

# When parking or manoeuvring, pay par-

again and check whether Parking Assist

ticular attention to objects that are

After the vehicle is restarted, obstacles must be

PARKTRONIC works in a different location.

under or above the sensors, e.g. flower

detected again by driving past them before a new

If a warning tone also sounds, the causes may be

pots or drawbars. The vehicle or other

warning can be issued.

objects may otherwise be damaged.

as follows:

Observe also the system limits of the following

R ( / page 649)The sensors are dirty: clean the

systems:

Requirements

sensors .

R Reversing camera ( / page 424)

R The camera menu is open.

R Parking Assist PARKTRONIC has been deacti-

R 360° camera ( / page 426)

R Or: the Parking Assist PARKTRONIC pop-up

vated due to a malfunction: restart the vehi-

window is displayed.

cle. If the problem persists, consult a qualified

Observe the information on vehicle sensors and

specialist workshop.

Tap = on the central display.

cameras; otherwise the system cannot function

properly ( / page 356).

If the indicator lamp is lit, Parking Assist

Vehicles with trailer hitch: If a transport device,

PARKTRONIC is active. If the indicator lamp does

e.g. trailer or bicycle rack is attached to the trailer

not light up or the symbol é is displayed, Park-

hitch and the electrical connection is correctly

ing Assist PARKTRONIC is not active.

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% Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is automatically

Select Audio fadeout and activate or deacti-

your surroundings. The responsibility for safe

activated when the vehicle is started.

vate Audio fadeout in trans. position R.

manoeuvring and parking remains with you.

The volume of the media source currently

Ensure that no persons, animals or objects etc.

Alternatively, Parking Assist PARKTRONIC can be

playing is reduced when reverse gear is

are in the manoeuvring range.

activated or deactivated in the quick-access

engaged.

menu.

Active Parking Assist offers the following func-

tions:

Setting the time of the warnings

▌Setting the warning tones of Parking Assist

Vehicles with reversing camera

# Select Time of warning.

PARKTRONIC

R Parking in parking spaces parallel to the road-

Multimedia system:

# Set the desired warning time for Front or

way

Rear.

R Reversing into parking spaces perpendicular

5 Parking 5 PARKTRONIC

# Activate or deactivate Side warning.

to the roadway

Setting warning tones

The parking space is freely selectable. The park-

Active Parking Assist

# Select Set warning tones.

ing procedure is executed with the vehicle revers-

▌Function of Active Parking Assist

# Set the desired level under Volume or Tone

ing.

pitch.

Active Parking Assist is an electronic parking

Vehicles with 360° camera

assistance system, which uses ultrasound with

Activating/deactivating audio fadeout

R Parking in parking spaces parallel to the road-

the assistance of the reversing camera and 360°

# Select Audio fadeout and activate or deacti-

way

camera. When you are driving forwards up to

vate Audio fade for warnings.

R Parking in parking spaces perpendicular to the

approximately 35 km/h, the system automatically

The volume of the media source currently

roadway (either forwards or reversing as

measures parking spaces on both sides of the

playing is reduced during a Parking Assist

desired)

vehicle.

PARKTRONIC warning tone.

Active Parking Assist serves solely as an aid. It is

not a substitute for you having to pay attention to

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R Parking in parking spaces that can only be

Active Parking Assist will be cancelled in the fol-

being mismeasured. Parking spaces that are parti-

detected as such from markings (for example

ally occupied by trailer drawbars might not be

lowing situations:

at the roadside)

identified as such or may be measured incor-

R You press the c button again.

rectly. Only use Active Parking Assist on level road

R Exiting parking spaces if you have parked

R You begin steering.

surfaces with adequate grip.

using Active Parking Assist

R You select park position j.

The parking space is freely selectable. The park-

& WARNING Risk of accident due to objects

R You engage the electric parking brake.

ing direction (forwards or reversing) can also be

located above or below the detection

R ESP ® intervenes.

freely selected, depending on the orientation of

range of Active Parking Assist

the parking space.

R You open the driver's door.

If there are objects above or below the detec-

If Active Parking Assist is available, the Ç mes-

tion range, the following situations may arise:

System limits

sage appears in the driver display. When the sys-

If the exterior lighting is malfunctioning, Active

R Active Parking Assist may steer too early.

tem detects parking spaces, È appears. The

Parking Assist is not available.

R The vehicle may not stop in front of these

arrows show the side of the roadway on which

Objects above or below the detection range of

objects.

free parking spaces are located. These are then

Active Parking Assist, e.g. protruding loads, over-

shown on the central display.

There is a danger of collision!

hangs or loading ramps of trucks or parking space

When Active Parking Assist is activated, the turn

boundaries are not detected when measuring the

# In these situations, do not use Active

signal indicators are activated based on the calcu-

parking space. These are also not subsequently

Parking Assist.

lated path of your vehicle. The procedure is assis-

taken into account when calculating the parking

ted by acceleration, braking, steering and gear

procedure. In some circumstances, Active Parking

Active Parking Assist can also display unsuitable

changes when entering or exiting a parking space.

Assist may prematurely guide you into the parking

parking spaces, e.g. parking spaces in which

To start the parking procedure, press the button

space or brake too late.

parking is not permitted or on unsuitable surfa-

c ( / page 438).

ces.

Certain environmental conditions, such as snow-

fall or heavy rain, may lead to a parking space

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▌Parking with Active Parking Assist

Do not use Active Parking Assist in the following

situations:

& WARNING Risk of accident due to objects

R In extreme weather conditions, such as ice,

located above or below the detection

packed snow or in heavy rain.

range of Active Parking Assist

R When transporting a load that protrudes

If there are objects above or below the detec-

beyond the vehicle.

tion range, the following situations may arise:

R If the parking space is on a steep downhill or

uphill gradient.

R Active Parking Assist may steer too early.

R When snow chains are fitted.

R The vehicle may not stop in front of these

objects.

R When a trailer or bicycle rack is attached

R Directly after a tyre change or when spare

There is a danger of collision!

tyres are fitted.

In these situations, do not use Active

R If the tyre pressure is too low or too high.

Parking Assist.

R On steep inclines of more than approximately

Press button1.

15 %.

R If the vehicle level has been offset, e.g. mount-

ing the kerb on one side (vehicles with level

control)

You can watch an animation on this topic via the

following link:

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Take your hands off the steering wheel.

The vehicle drives into the selected parking

space.

The turn signal indicator is switched on automati-

cally when the parking procedure begins. You are

responsible for selecting the turn signal indicator

in accordance with the trafoc conditions. If neces-

sary, select the turn signal indicator accordingly.

& WARNING Risk of accident due to vehicle

Parking Assistance menu (example)

swinging out while parking or pulling out

Select Parking Assistance 2 menu.

When the vehicle is at a standstill, the indicated

of a parking space

vehicle path 4 into the currently selected park-

While parking or exiting a parking space, the

Parking spaces 3 detected by the system are

ing space 5 also appears.

vehicle swings out and can drive onto areas of

shown on the central display.

# If a parking space is displayed: stop the vehi-

the oncoming lane.

cle.

This could cause you to collide with objects or

# If necessary, select another parking space.

other road users.

# Vehicles with 360° camera: to change the

# Pay attention to objects and other road

parking direction, tap the selected parking

users.

space again.

# Where necessary, stop the vehicle or

# To start the parking procedure: press button

cancel the parking procedure with Active

1 again.

Parking Assist.

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Following completion of the parking procedure,

There is a danger of collision!

the Active Parking Assist finished display mes-

In these situations, do not use Active

sage appears.

Parking Assist.

# Secure the vehicle against rolling away. When

necessitated by legal requirements or local

Requirements

conditions: turn the wheels towards the kerb.

R The vehicle is equipped with a 360° camera.

% You can stop the vehicle and change the

R The vehicle has been parked with Active Park-

transmission position during the parking pro-

ing Assist.

cedure. The system then calculates a new

Start the vehicle.

vehicle path. If no new vehicle path is availa-

ble, the transmission position can be changed

again, or the process can be cancelled.

▌Exiting a parking space with Active Parking

Assist

Press button 1.

& WARNING Risk of accident due to objects

located above or below the detection

range of Active Parking Assist

If there are objects above or below the detec-

tion range, the following situations may arise:

R Active Parking Assist may steer too early.

R The vehicle may not stop in front of these

objects.

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signal indicator in accordance with the trafoc con-

If you do not react to the prompt to take control

ditions. If necessary, select the turn signal indica-

of the vehicle, the system will brake the vehicle to

tor accordingly.

a standstill.

▌Pausing Active Parking Assist

& WARNING Risk of accident due to vehicle

swinging out while parking or pulling out

& WARNING Risk of accident due to objects

of a parking space

located above or below the detection

While parking or exiting a parking space, the

range of Active Parking Assist

vehicle swings out and can drive onto areas of

If there are objects above or below the detec-

the oncoming lane.

tion range, the following situations may arise:

Parking Assistance menu (example)

This could cause you to collide with objects or

R Active Parking Assist may steer too early.

other road users.

Select Parking Assistance 2 menu.

R The vehicle may not stop in front of these

# Pay attention to objects and other road

If necessary, change direction of exit 3.

objects.

users.

# To initiate the unparking procedure: press but-

# Where necessary, stop the vehicle or

ton 1 again.

There is a danger of collision!

cancel the parking procedure with Active

In these situations, do not use Active

# If necessary, change the transmission posi-

Parking Assist.

tion. Observe any messages displayed on the

driver display and central display.

After the parking space has been exited, a warn-

You can interrupt the parking or unparking proce-

The vehicle moves out of the parking space.

ing tone and the Ø Active Parking Assist fin-

dure of Active Parking Assist by performing one of

ished, take control of vehicle message prompt

The turn signal indicator is automatically switched

the following actions, forexample:

you to take control of the vehicle. You have to

on when the unparking procedure is initiated, and

# Depress the brake pedal.

accelerate, brake, steer and change gear yourself

automatically switched off again when it is com-

again.

pleted. You are responsible for selecting the turn

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Open the front passenger door, a rear door,

▌Automatic braking function of Active Parking

that persons, animals or objects are no longer in

the tailgate or the bonnet.

the manoeuvring range. Also, observe the system

Assist

limitations of Active Parking Assist.

# Apply the electric parking brake or activate

& WARNING Risk of accident due to objects

the HOLD function.

located above or below the detection

Manoeuvring assistant

# To resume the parking or unparking proce-

range of Active Parking Assist

dure: gently depress the accelerator pedal.

▌Function of Drive Away Assist

If there are objects above or below the detec-

% If the electric parking brake was applied

Drive Away Assist can reduce the severity of an

tion range, the following situations may arise:

before Active Parking Assist was activated,

impact when pulling away. If an obstacle is detec-

depress the accelerator pedal gently to start

R Active Parking Assist may steer too early.

ted in the direction of travel, the vehicle's speed

the parking or unparking procedure.

is briefly reduced to approx. 2 km/h. When a criti-

R The vehicle may not stop in front of these

Check the area around your vehicle again before

cal situation is detected, the symbol É

objects.

resuming a paused parking procedure. Ensure

appears in the central display.

There is a danger of collision!

that persons, animals or objects are no longer in

Drive Away Assist can be switched off or on in the

the manoeuvring range. Observe also the system

In these situations, do not use Active

menu Manoeuvring assistance.

limits of Active Parking Assist.

Parking Assist.

% You can cancel an intervention by Drive Away

Assist at any time by deactivating Parking

Persons or objects detected in the manoeuvring

Assist PARKTRONIC.

range could cause the vehicle to brake sharply

and interrupt the parking or exiting procedure.

& WARNING Risk of accident caused by limi-

The vehicle will then be held at a standstill. The

ted detection performance of Drive Away

parking or exiting procedure is resumed if you

Assist

depress the accelerator pedal.

Drive Away Assist cannot always clearly iden-

Check the area around your vehicle again before

tify objects and trafoc situations.

resuming the parking or exiting procedure. Ensure

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R If you shift the transmission position to k or

The Cross Trafoc Alert function can warn drivers

Always pay careful attention to the trafoc

h when the vehicle is stationary.

of any crossing trafoc when reversing and

situation; do not rely on Drive Away

manoeuvring out of a parking space. The radar

Assist alone.

R If the detected obstacle is less than approx.

sensors in the bumper also monitor the area adja-

1.0 m away.

# Be prepared to brake or swerve as nec-

cent to the vehicle. If a critical situation is detec-

essary, provided the trafoc situation per-

R Manoeuvring assistant is activated

ted, the L symbol appears on the central dis-

mits and that it is safe to take evasive

( / page 445).

play and the vehicle can be braked automatically.

action.

System limits

If the radar sensors are obstructed by vehicles or

Drive Away Assist is not available in the drive pro-

other objects, detection is not possible.

Drive Away Assist is only an aid. It is not a substi-

gram F.

tute for you paying attention to the surroundings.

The Cross Trafoc Alert function can be switched

The responsibility for safe manoeuvring and park-

on or off in the Manoeuvring assistance menu

The performance of Drive Away Assist is limited

ing remains with you. Make sure that no persons,

on inclines.

depending on the respective country

animals or objects etc. are in the manoeuvring

( / page 445).

Drive Away Assist is not available if a transport

range.

device, e.g. a trailer or bicycle rack is attached to

The Cross Trafoc Alert function is active under the

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

the trailer hitch, and the electrical connection is

following conditions:

uations, forexample:

correctly established.

R The vehicle is reversing at walking pace.

R If the driver mixes up the accelerator and

% Also, observe the system limits of Parking

R Manoeuvring assistant is activated

brake pedals.

Assist PARKTRONIC ( / page 433).

( / page 445).

R If an incorrect transmission position is

▌Function of Cross Trafoc Alert

% Observe also the instructions on Blind Spot

engaged.

% The Cross Trafoc Alert function is only availa-

Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist

The Drive Away Assist function is active under the

ble for vehicles with Blind Spot Assist or

( / page 400).

following conditions:

Active Blind Spot Assist.

R If Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is activated.

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System limits

Depending on the country, close-range braking

Always pay careful attention to the trafoc

can be deactivated or activated in the Manoeu-

The Cross Trafoc Alert function is unavailable in

situation; do not rely on the manoeuvring

vring assistance menu ( / page 445).

drive program F.

brake function alone.

When close-range braking is triggered, the symbol

The Cross Trafoc Alert function is not available on

# Be ready to brake.

º appears in red in the selected view in the

inclines.

menu Camera & parking.

System limits

If a transport device, e.g. trailer or bicycle rack is

Close-range braking is not available in the drive

attached to the trailer hitch and the electrical

% If close-range braking is not available, the

program F.

connection is correctly established, the Cross

symbol º appears in grey.

Trafoc Alert function is not available.

Close-range braking serves solely as an aid. It is

Observe the system limits of the following func-

not a substitute for you having to pay attention to

tions:

▌Function of close-range braking

your surroundings. The responsibility for safe

Close-range braking can prevent collisions with

R Active Parking Assist ( / page 436)

manoeuvring and parking remains with you.

pedestrians when the vehicle is reversing at slow

R 360° camera ( / page 426)

Ensure that no persons, animals or objects etc.

speeds. If the reversing camera detects a person

are in the manoeuvring range.

R Reversing camera ( / page 424)

in the vehicle's path, the vehicle can be braked to

a standstill.

The close-range braking function is not available

& WARNING Risk of accident caused by limi-

Close-range braking can intervene under the fol-

in the following situations:

ted detection by the manoeuvring brake

lowing conditions:

function

R on inclines

R The vehicle is reversing at a speed slower than

The manoeuvring brake function cannot

R If transport equipment, forexample a trailer or

10 km/h.

always clearly detect people. Other obstacles

bicycle rack, is attached to the trailer hitch

are not detected by the function.

R The camera image is shown in the central dis-

and the electrical connection has been cor-

play ( / page 432).

rectly established.

In these cases, the function may brake unnec-

essarily or not brake at all.

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▌Activating/deactivating manoeuvring assis-

cle and the trailer and adjusts it to a specified

& WARNING Risk of accident due to unsuita-

value. Trailer Manoeuvring Assist also limits your

tance

ble trailers

speed.

Multimedia system:

Trailers with a steered axle or a fifth wheel

Trailer Manoeuvring Assist serves solely as an aid.

cannot be used with Trailer Manoeuvring

It is not a substitute for you having to pay atten-

5 Parking

Assist.

tion to your surroundings. The responsibility for

% This function is an on-demand feature

Due to this, the trailer cannot be manoeuvred

safe manoeuvring and parking remains with you.

( / page 91).

in the desired direction and you can cause a

Ensure that there are no persons, animals or

collision or the trailer can overturn.

% The Activating/deactivating Manoeuvering

objects in the manoeuvring area while manoeu-

assistance function is not available in all

vring and parking in/exiting parking spaces.

# Only use Trailer Manoeuvring Assist with

countries.

trailers with fixed drawbars and axles.

You can enter the articulation angle value directly

# Select Manoeuvring assistance.

via the multimedia system, or use a straightening

or 90° manoeuvre. When carrying out a straight-

* NOTE Damage due to overhanging loads

# Activate or deactivate the desired manoeu-

ening manoeuvre, the system calculates the artic-

in front or drawbar installations

vring assistance.

ulation angle automatically and straightens the

The vehicle and the trailer may be damaged

vehicle/trailer combination to the trailer's current

during manoeuvring due to overhanging loads

Trailer Manoeuvring Assist

direction.

at the front of the trailer or drawbar installa-

Observe the notes regarding trailer operation

▌Function of Trailer Manoeuvring Assist

tions.

( / page 447).

% This function is an on-demand feature

# Pay attention to overhanging loads or

( / page 91).

drawbar installations while manoeuvring.

System limits

Observe the system limits of the following func-

Trailer Manoeuvring Assist assists you when

tions:

reversing with a trailer. The reversing camera

R Active Parking Assist ( / page 436)

monitors the articulation angle between the vehi-

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R 360° camera ( / page 426)

R Reversing camera ( / page 424)

The system may be impaired or inoperative in the

following situations:

R The gradient is greater than approximately

15 %.

You can watch an animation on this topic via the

following link:

% This image is shown as an example and is

▌Using Trailer Manoeuvring Assist

without trailer.

Requirements

You can select various manoeuvres in the Trailer

R The vehicle has been started and is stationary.

Manoeuvring Assist menu. The manoeuvres avail-

R A trailer is selected in the Vehicle menu

able depend on the trailer's current articulation

( / page 453).

angle and length.

Engage reverse gear k.

# To adjust the articulation angle: select 4. To

R A trailer has been detected.

Press button 1.

change the articulation angle, swipe to the left

R The gradient is less than approximately 15 %.

The camera image is shown on the central dis-

or right in the central display in the entire area

play.

R The tailgate is closed.

of the camera image.

# Take your hands off the steering wheel.

R The electric parking brake is not applied.

R The driver's seat belt is fastened.

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To activate the straightening manoeuvre:

this by driving the vehicle forwards, including

& WARNING Risk of accident due to car/

select 2.

cornering. Before the trailer length has been

trailer combination swerving

The system calculates the articulation angle in

calculated, the maximum articulation angle is

If you drive too fast in trailer operation, the

such a way that the direction of the trailer at

approximately 23°. The longer the trailer, the

car/trailer combination may start to swerve.

the time of activation is maintained. There is a

greater the maximum articulation angle (max.

short countersteering movement of the trailer

approximately 60°).

This could cause you to lose control of the

while the vehicle is reversing to guide it back

car/trailer combination. The car/trailer com-

% Be aware of all surroundings and always

to the desired line. This allows the vehicle to

bination may even overturn.

remain ready to brake.

align with the trailer, while at the same time

# Under no circumstances should you try

maintaining the trailer's direction.

to straighten the car/trailer combination

Trailer hitch

by increasing your speed.

Notes on trailer operation

To activate the 90° manoeuvre:

# Reduce the speed and do not counter-

R Align the vehicle in the same direction

steer.

* NOTE The operating permit may be invali-

(line) as the trailer.

# Brake if necessary.

dated due to the illegal installation of

R Select 3 (left or right).

trailer hitches

* NOTE Damage to the engine due to over-

The system calculates the articulation angle

The installation – including retrofitting – of a

heating

so that a trailer can be manoeuvred into a

non-folding or non-removable trailer hitch that

driveway at the most acute angle possible

If you have a trailer hitch retrofitted,

even partially conceals the license plate or the

when it is perpendicular to its own vehicle.

modifications to the engine cooling sys-

lighting system is prohibited.

After the manoeuvre, the vehicle is aligned

tem may be necessary depending on the

# Observe the applicable legal regulations

again in the trailer's direction.

vehicle type.

for the installation of trailer hitches.

# Accelerate and brake as required.

% The maximum articulation angle depends on

the length of the trailer. The system calculates

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Ensure the following before starting a journey:

Extending and retracting the ball neck fully electri-

If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted,

cally

R the tyre pressure on the rear axle of the tow-

observe the fastening points on the vehicle

ing vehicle is set for a maximum load

frame.

& WARNING Risk of accident due to the ball

R the lighting of the connected trailer is opera-

neck not being engaged

Retrofitting a trailer hitch is permissible only if a

tional

trailer load is specified in your vehicle documents.

If the ball neck is not engaged, the trailer may

In the event of increased rear axle load, the car/

If this is not the case, the vehicle is not approved

come loose.

trailer combination may not exceed a maximum

for trailer operation.

# Make sure that the ball neck securely

speed of 100 km/h for reasons concerning the

Further information can be obtained at a qualified

engages and locks into place.

operating permit. This also applies in countries in

specialist workshop.

which the permissible maximum speed for car/

Observe the following notes on the tongue weight:

trailer combinations is above 100 km/h.

* NOTE Damage to the all-electric trailer

hitch due to additional pressure

R do not use a tongue weight that exceeds or

Vehicles with AIRMATIC or E-ACTIVE BODY CON-

falls below the permissible tongue weight

TROL: if the socket of the trailer hitch is occupied

The all-electric trailer hitch could be mechani-

(e.g. by a trailer or rear bicycle rack), the vehicle

R use a tongue weight as close as possible to

cally damaged by applying additional pressure

is set to the normal level at speeds greater than

the maximum tongue weight

when the ball neck is being extended or

30 km/h, regardless of the drive program.

retracted.

Do not exceed the following values:

% When you are reversing with a trailer, remem-

# Do not make the ball neck extend/

R Permissible trailer load

ber to use the Trailer Manoeuvring Assist

retract faster by applying additional pres-

function ( / page 445).

R Permissible rear axle load of the towing vehi-

sure.

cle

R Permissible gross mass of the towing vehicle

R Permissible gross mass of the trailer

R Maximum permissible speed of the trailer

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Extending the ball neck fully electrically

Wait until the ball neck has locked in place.

* NOTE Increased risk of damage to prop-

When indicator lamp 2 is continuously lit, the

erty due to folded-out ball neck

ball neck is securely locked in place.

When the trailer is not coupled or the

If the ball neck is not securely locked in place,

bicycle rack is attached, fold in the ball

indicator lamp 2 will flash and the message

neck or, in the case of a fully electric

Trailer coupling Check lock will appear on the

trailer hitch, retract the ball neck.

driver's display.

* NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to incor-

rect use of the trailer hitch

If a trailer hitch is used to recover the vehicle,

the vehicle or the trailer hitch itself may be

damaged in the process.

# Use the trailer hitch only for pulling a

trailer or attaching approved carrier sys-

tems (e.g. a bicycle rack).

Exception: Since vehicles with a trailer

Secure the vehicle against rolling away.

hitch do not have a fixture for a towing

eye at the rear, towing or tow-starting is

Keep the swivel range clear.

permitted.

# Pull button 1.

# When towing or tow-starting with the

Indicator lamp 2 will flash and the message

trailer hitch, observe the information in

Trailer coupling in motion will appear on the

the section "Fitting and removing the

driver's display.

towing eye."

The ball neck will extend fully electrically.

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Retracting the ball neck fully electrically

Extending and retracting the ball neck fully electri-

R The trailer cables or adapter plugs have been

removed.

cally (multimedia system)

# Remove the trailer cable or adapter plug.

Multimedia system:

# Pull button 1.

& WARNING Risk of accident due to the ball

Indicator lamp 2 will flash and the message

4 © 5 ß 5 y

neck not being engaged

Trailer coupling in motion will appear on the

Extending the ball neck fully electrically

If the ball neck is not engaged, the trailer may

driver's display.

come loose.

# Select Ü.

The ball neck will retract fully electrically.

The Trailer coupling in motion display mes-

# Always engage the ball neck as descri-

# Wait until the ball neck has locked in place.

bed.

sage will appear on the driver display.

When indicator lamp 2 goes out, the ball

The ball neck will extend fully electrically.

neck is securely locked in place.

* NOTE Damage to the all-electric trailer

# Wait until the ball neck has locked in place.

If the ball neck is not securely locked in place,

hitch due to additional pressure

indicator lamp 2 will flash and the message

If the ball neck is not securely locked in place, the

Trailer coupling Check lock will appear on the

The all-electric trailer hitch could be mechani-

Trailer coupling Check lock message will appear

driver's display.

cally damaged by applying additional pressure

on the driver display.

when the ball neck is being extended or

Observe the information about indicators on the

retracted.

Retracting the ball neck fully electrically

driver's display:

# Do not make the ball neck extend/

# Select Ü.

R Indicator and warning lamps ( / page 952)

retract faster by applying additional pres-

The Trailer coupling in motion display mes-

R Display messages ( / page 861)

sure.

sage will appear on the driver display.

The ball neck will retract fully electrically.

Requirements

# Wait until the ball neck has locked in place.

R The vehicle is secured against rolling away.

R The swivel range is clear.

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If the ball neck is not securely locked in place, the

The trailer will be correctly detected by the vehi-

Do not open or close any doors or the

Trailer coupling Check lock message will appear

cle only if the following conditions are met:

tailgate.

on the driver display.

R the trailer is connected correctly

# Do not initiate the level control system

Observe the information about the indicators on

and do not operate DYNAMIC SELECT.

R the trailer lighting system is in working order

the instrument cluster:

# Do not lock or unlock the vehicle.

A correctly connected trailer influences, among

R Indicator and warning lamps ( / page 952)

other things, the functions of the following sys-

The trailer will be correctly detected by the vehi-

R Display messages ( / page 861)

tems:

cle only if the following conditions are met:

R ESP ® trailer stabilisation

R The ball neck is extended and engaged in a

Coupling up/uncoupling a trailer

securely locked position.

R Trailer Manoeuvring Assist

R Vehicles with level control system: ensure that

R Active Lane Keeping Assist

& WARNING Risk of injury due to a change

the vehicle is at the normal level

in vehicle level

R Parking Assist PARKTRONIC

( / page 408).

Vehicles with level control system: the vehicle

R Active Parking Assist

Use the normal level in trailer operation. Driv-

level may be changed unintentionally, e.g. by

R Blind Spot Assist

ing with the vehicle raised is not permitted in

other persons. If you couple or uncouple the

R Active Blind Spot Assist

trailer operation on public roads.

trailer during this time, you may become trap-

R Drive Away Assist

ped. In addition, other people could become

Trailers with a 7-pin plug can be connected to the

trapped if their limbs are between the vehicle

R Cross Trafoc Alert

vehicle with the following adapters:

body and the tyres or underneath the vehicle.

R Manoeuvring brake function

R adapter plug

Observe the following when coupling or

R Reversing camera

R adapter cable

uncoupling:

R 360° Camera

R AIRMATIC

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R E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL

In the following circumstances, a message may

appear on the driver's display even if the trailer

Coupling up a trailer

has been connected correctly:

R LEDs have been installed in the trailer lighting

* NOTE Damage to the starter battery due

system.

to full discharge

R The current has fallen below the trailer lighting

Charging the trailer battery using the power

system's minimum current (50 mA).

supply of the trailer can damage the starter

battery.

% Accessories can be connected to the perma-

# Do not use the vehicle's power supply to

nent power supply up to 180 W and to the

Open the socket cap.

charge the trailer battery.

power supply that is switched on via the igni-

tion lock.

Insert the plug with lug 1 in groove 3 on

Secure the vehicle against rolling away.

the socket.

Uncoupling a trailer

Remove the cover cap from the ball head and

# Turn bayonet coupling 2 to the right as far as

store it in a safe place.

it will go.

& WARNING Risk of being crushed and

# Position the trailer on a level surface behind

becoming trapped when uncoupling a

# Let the cap engage.

the vehicle and couple it up to the vehicle.

trailer

# Secure the cable to the trailer with cable ties

When uncoupling a trailer with an engaged

(only if you are using an adapter cable).

inertia-activated brake, your hand may

# Make sure that the cable is always slack for

become trapped between the vehicle and the

ease of movement during cornering.

trailer drawbar.

# Do not uncouple trailers with an engaged

overrun brake.

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Selecting a trailer type

* NOTE Damage during uncoupling with an

* NOTE Damage to the rear bumper from

engaged overrun brake

installing adapter cables or adapter plugs

Multimedia system:

The vehicle may be damaged if you uncouple

The following parts could be damaged when

with an engaged overrun brake.

5 Trailer type

swiveling the ball neck fully electrically:

# Do not uncouple trailers with an engaged

R Bumper

Configuring settings for a trailer

overrun brake.

R Adapter cable

The settings on this menu make it possible to cal-

culate a route suitable for the selected trailer and

R Adapter plug

& WARNING Risk of becoming trapped when

optimise the calculated arrival time.

disconnecting the trailer cable

Always remove the adapter cable or

# Select the desired trailer type.

adapter plug before swiveling the ball

Vehicles with level control system: the vehicle

# Select the maximum permissible speed of the

neck fully electrically.

may lower when you disconnect the trailer

selected trailer.

cable.

Secure the vehicle against rolling away.

# To save changes: select Confirm.

This could result in other people becoming

Disconnect the electrical connection between

% When contact with the trailer socket is estab-

trapped if their limbs are between the vehicle

the vehicle and the trailer.

lished (trailer/rear bicycle rack), a menu will

body and the tyres or underneath the vehicle.

automatically appear on the display.

# Uncouple the trailer.

# Make sure nobody is underneath the

The following options are available:

# Place the cover on the ball head.

vehicle or in the immediate vicinity of the

wheel arches when you disconnect the

R Bicycle rack

% Trailers with LED lighting: after uncoupling the

trailer cable.

trailer, switch the vehicle on and then off

R Small trailer

again.

R Large trailer

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Bicycle rack function

R always mount the bicycle rack properly by

neck or, in the case of a fully electric

attaching to the ball head and the ball

trailer hitch, retract the ball neck.

& WARNING Risk of an accident if the bicy-

neck guide pin, if possible.

cle rack is used incorrectly

R when transporting four bicycles, always

* NOTE The operating permit may be invali-

use bicycle racks that have additional sup-

dated due to the illegal installation of

The bicycle rack may become detached from

port on the ball neck guide pin.

trailer hitches

the vehicle in the following cases:

R use only bicycle racks approved by

R the permissible load capacity of the trailer

The installation – including retrofitting – of a

Mercedes-Benz.

hitch is exceeded.

non-folding or non-removable trailer hitch that

R always observe the bicycle rack operating

even partially conceals the license plate or the

R the bicycle rack is used incorrectly.

instructions.

lighting system is prohibited.

R the bicycle rack is secured to the ball neck

# Observe the applicable legal regulations

beneath the ball head.

for the installation of trailer hitches.

* NOTE Damage to or breakage of the trailer

Observe the following for your own safety and

hitch due to unsuitable or improperly used

that of other road users:

bicycle rack.

R always adhere to the permissible load

Only use bicycle racks approved by

capacity of the trailer hitch.

Mercedes-Benz properly as described

R always observe the permissible rear axle

below.

load of the towing vehicle.

R use the bicycle rack only to transport bicy-

* NOTE Increased risk of damage to prop-

cles.

erty due to folded-out ball neck

When the trailer is not coupled or the

bicycle rack is attached, fold in the ball

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R When mounted on ball head 1 and guide pin

Mercedes-Benz recommends removing all detach-

2, the maximum load capacity is 100 kg. You

able parts from bicycles (e.g. baskets, child seats,

rechargeable batteries) before loading them onto

can transport up to four bicycles.

the bicycle rack. This will improve the aerody-

The maximum load capacity is calculated from the

namic resistance and centre of gravity of the bicy-

weight of the bicycle rack and the bicycle rack

cle rack.

load.

Always secure the bicycles to prevent them from

Observe the notes on driving with a roof load,

moving around and check them at regular inter-

trailer or fully laden vehicle ( / page 279).

vals to ensure that they are secure.

When using a bicycle rack, set the tyre pressure

Do not use tarpaulins or other covers. The han-

for increased load on the rear axle of the vehicle.

dling and rear view may be impaired. In addition,

Further information on the tyre pressure can be

aerodynamic resistance and the load on the

found in the tyre pressure table ( / page 683).

trailer hitch will increase.

Notes on loading

The larger the distance between the load's centre

Trailer hitch with additional guide pin

of gravity and the ball head, the greater the load

on the trailer hitch.

Depending on the bicycle rack's design, different

Observe the following notes:

numbers of bicycles can be transported.

R mount heavy bicycles as close to the vehicle

The following bicycle rack designs are possible:

as possible

R When mounted by attaching to ball head 1,

R always distribute the load on the bicycle rack

the maximum load capacity is 75 kg. You can

as evenly as possible across the vehicle's lon-

transport up to three bicycles.

gitudinal axis

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456 Driving and parking

Loading the bicycle rack

anteed for the towing vehicle or the towed vehicle.

The vehicle-trailer combination may swerve from

3 bicycles

4 bicycles

side to side.

Observe the following information:

Total weight

Up to 75 kg

Up to 100 kg

of bicycle

R Permitted towing methods ( / page 671)

rack and load

R Plug-in hybrid: permitted towing methods

( / page 672)

Max. distance

420 mm

R Mercedes-AMG Hybrid: permitted towing

methods

Max. distance

300 mm

400 mm

Load distribution on the bicycle rack

R The notes on towing the vehicle with both

1 Vertical distance between centre of gravity

axles on the ground ( / page 64)

and ball head

When transporting four bicycles or a total weight

between 75 kg and 100 kg, always use bicycle

2 Horizontal distance between centre of gravity

racks with additional support on both trailer hitch

and ball head

guide pins.

3 The centre of gravity is on the vehicle's centre

axis.

Vehicle towing instructions

Observe the following information when loading

the bicycle rack:

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 may result in damage to the vehicle.

When you are towing a vehicle with tow bar sys-

tems, safe driving characteristics cannot be guar-

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Driving and parking for Your Mercedes GLE SUV Fourth Generation (2020-2026)

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