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ROff-road level 2: +2.3 in (+60 mm) ROff-road level 3: +3.6 in (+90 mm)

Highway/high-speed level ! Make sure that there is enough ground

clearance when the vehicle is being lowered. It could otherwise hit the ground, damaging the underbody.

: Selector wheel ; To raise the level = Indicator lamps ? To lower the level X Start the engine. X Selector wheel : engaged: briefly press

selector wheel :. Selector wheel : extends.

If one or more indicator lamps = are on: X Turn selector wheel : counter-

clockwise ? until all indicator lamps = that are lit start to flash. The vehicle is lowered to highway level. As soon as the next lowest level is reached, the indicator lamp stops flashing and goes out.

During the adjustment, the Vehicle Lowering message, for example, appears in the multifunction display. If you press the % or a button on the multifunction steering wheel, the message will disappear. Once highway level has been reached, all indicator lamps = go out. The vehicle automatically selects highway level if you are driving at a speed above 70 mph (115 km/h) or if you drive at a speed between 62 mph (100 km/h) and 70 mph (115 km/h) for approximately 20 seconds. The vehicle is lowered to high-speed level if you are traveling at higher speeds.

Off-road levels General notes G WARNUNG Off-road level is not per mitted for use on public roads. Off-road level 3 gives your vehicle a very high centre of gravity. This increases the risk of the vehicle tipping over. ROnly select off-road level 3 for driving off-

road in particularly rough terrain.

RAdjust your driving style to the altered

handling characteristics.

RDo not drive faster than 20 km/h. RAvoid sudden major steering movements. RBe aware of the altered handling

characteristics.

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If you press the % or a button on the multifunction steering wheel, the message will disappear. i Up to off-road level 2, you can hide the messages using the % or a button on the multifunction steering wheel.

Once off-road level 2 has been reached, the lower and center indicator lamps of the selector wheel are on.

While the adjustment from off-road level 2 to off-road level 3 is taking place, you will see a message such as the following in the multifunction display: Vehicle Rising Max. Speed 12 mph (20 km/h). The Max. Speed 12 mph (20 km/h)message draws your attention to the maximum speed permitted for off-road level 3. Once off-road level 3 has been reached, you will see a message shown in white in the multifunction display, for example: Max. Speed 12 mph (20 km/h). If you drive above 20 km/h with off-road level 3, you will see the following message in red in the multifunction display: Lowering Max. Speed 12 mph (20 km/h) i You cant clear these messages. You also hear a warning. The vehicle is lowered and off-road level 3 is canceled. If you continue to increase your speed, the red message continues to be shown in the multifunction display. The newly set level is not displayed until the vehicle has been set to a level suitable for the current speed.

Only select an off-road level when this is appropriate for road conditions. Otherwise, fuel consumption increases and handling performance may be affected. X Start the engine. X Selector wheel : engaged: briefly press

selector wheel :. Selector wheel : extends.

X To raise: turn selector wheel :

clockwise ;. The vehicle is raised.

or X To lower: turn selector wheel : counter-

clockwise ?. The vehicle is lowered.

Indicator lamps = for the desired off-road level flash: ROff-road level 1: the lower indicator lamp

flashes

ROff-road level 2: the lower and center

indicator lamps flash

ROff-road level 3: all three indicator lamps

flash

The vehicle is being adjusted to the off-road level selected. As soon as an off-road level is reached, the corresponding indicator lamp stops flashing and lights up constantly. Raising the vehicle During the adjustment, the Vehicle Rising message, for example, appears in the multifunction display. The vehicle rises from highway level to off- road level 1.

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Lowering the vehicle

If you maintain or reduce your speed, you will see a message in white in the display while the vehicle is being lowered, such as the following: Lowering Max. Speed 12 mph (20 km/h) The vehicle is lowered to off-road level 2. If you select an off-road level when driving at too high a speed, the Drive More Slowly message appears in the multifunction display. You can select the following: Roff-road level 1 at speeds up to 60 mph

(100 km/h)

Roff-road level 2 at speeds up to 40 mph

(65 km/h)

Roff-road level 3 at speeds up to 12 mph

(20 km/h)

If you are driving above 50 mph (80 km/h) or drive at a speed between 40 mph (65 km/h) and 50 mph (80 km/h) for longer than 20 seconds, off-road level 2 will be canceled. The vehicle is lowered to off-road level 1. You will see a message in the multifunction display, for example: Lowering. If you are driving above 70 mph (115 km/h) or drive at a speed between 62 mph (100 km/h) and 70 mph (115 km/h) for longer than 20 seconds, off-road level 1 will be canceled. Depending on the vehicle's speed and the ADS mode selected (Y page 208), the vehicle is automatically lowered to highway or high-speed level.

You will see a message in the multifunction display, for example: Lowering.

HOLD function General notes The HOLD function can assist the driver in the following situations: Rwhen pulling away, especially on steep

slopes

Rwhen maneuvering on steep slopes Rwhen waiting in traffic The vehicle is kept stationary without the driver having to depress the brake pedal. The braking effect is canceled and the HOLD function deactivated when you depress the accelerator pedal to pull away. i Do not use the HOLD function when

driving off-road, on steep downhill or uphill inclines or on a slippery or loose surface. Under such circumstances, the HOLD function may not be able to keep the vehicle stationary.

Activation conditions You can activate the HOLD function if: Rthe vehicle is stationary. Rthe engine is running. Rthe driver's door is closed or your seat belt

is fastened.

Rthe electric parking brake is released. Rthe transmission is in position D, R or N. RDISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.

Activating the HOLD function G WARNING The vehicle's brakes are applied when the HOLD function is activated. For this reason, deactivate the HOLD function if the vehicle is to be set in motion by other means (e.g. in a car wash or by towing).

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X Make sure that the activation conditions

are met.

X Depress the brake pedal. X Quickly depress the brake pedal further until ë appears in the multifunction display. The HOLD function is activated. You can release the brake pedal.

i If depressing the brake pedal the first

time does not activate the HOLD function, wait briefly and then try again.

Deactivating the HOLD function G WARNING Never get out of the vehicle when the HOLD function is activated. The HOLD function must never be operated or deactivated by a passenger or from outside the vehicle. The HOLD function does not replace the electric parking brake and must not be used for parking. The braking effect of the HOLD function is canceled and the vehicle could roll away if: Rthe HOLD function is deactivated by

depressing the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal.

Rthere is a malfunction in the system or an

interruption in the power supply, e.g. battery failure.

Rthe electrical system in the engine

compartment, the battery or the fuses are tampered with.

Rthe battery is disconnected. If you leave the vehicle or park it, deactivate the HOLD function and secure the vehicle against rolling away.

The HOLD function is deactivated automatically if: Ryou accelerate and the transmission is in

position D or R.

Ryou shift the transmission to position P.

Ryou depress the brake pedal again with a

certain amount of pressure until ë disappears from the multifunction display.

Ryou secure the vehicle using the electric

parking brake.

Ryou activate DISTRONIC PLUS. i After a time, the electric parking brake

secures the vehicle and relieves the service brake.

The electric parking brake automatically secures the vehicle if the HOLD function is activated and: Rthe driver's door is open and the driver's

seat belt is unfastened.

Rthe engine is switched off. Ra system malfunction occurs. Rthe power supply is not sufficient. On steep uphill or downhill inclines or if there is a malfunction, the transmission may also be automatically shifted into position P.

AIRMATIC package General notes AIRMATIC regulates the level of your vehicle. As well as level control (Y page 209), your vehicle can be equipped with ADS (Adaptive Damping System) (Y page 208) and ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM (Y page 209). Observe the notes on driving with a trailer (Y page 255).

ADS (Adaptive Damping System) General notes ADS adapts the damping characteristics to the current operating and driving situation. This depends on: Ryour driving style Rthe road surface conditions Rthe ADS setting Rthe vehicle level setting

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Your selection remains stored even if you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. Sports tuning

Example: vehicles with the ON&OFFROAD package X Start the engine. X Press button :.

Indicator lamp ; lights up. Sports suspension tuning is selected. The vehicle is lowered by 0.6 in (15 mm).

The firmer suspension tuning in Sport mode ensures even better contact with the road. Select this mode when employing a sporty driving style, e.g. on winding country roads. Comfort tuning X Press button :.

Indicator lamp = lights up. Comfort tuning is selected. The vehicle is raised by 0.6 in (15 mm).

In Comfort mode, the driving characteristics of your vehicle are more comfortable. Therefore, select this mode if you favor a more comfortable driving style. Select comfort mode also when driving fast on straight roads, e.g. on straight stretches of freeway.

Active Curve System The Active Curve System uses active stabilizers to optimize both driving comfort and vehicle agility. Depending on the ADS mode selected (Y page 208), the Active Curve System also changes the setting.

If you select ADS comfort mode: Rrolling movement is reduced in the event of

changing surface undulations

Rthe roll angle when cornering is reduced Rthe driving style is agile If you select ADS sport mode: Rthe roll angle is reduced significantly Rthe driving style is even more agile

Level control Important safety notes G WARNING Make sure no one is near the wheel housing or under the vehicle when you lower the vehicle while it is standing still. Limbs could become wedged into or under the vehicle. For safety reasons, the vehicle can only be lowered with all doors and the tailgate closed. Lowering is interrupted if a door or the tailgate is opened and will continue after the door is closed again.

! When driving on extremely rough terrain,

select a high vehicle level in good time. Make sure there is always sufficient ground clearance. You will otherwise damage the vehicle.

! When you raise the vehicle in such a way

that not all wheels have contact with the ground, remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. General notes Further information about "Driving off-road" (Y page 186). Level control adapts the vehicle level automatically to the current operating and driving situation. This results in reduced fuel consumption and improved handling. If you select ADS comfort mode (Y page 208), the vehicle is lowered to high- speed level as the speed increases. As the vehicle decelerates, the vehicle is raised back up to highway level.

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If you select ADS sport mode (Y page 208), the vehicle skips highway level and lowers directly to high-speed level depending on the basic setting (Y page 210). Make changes to the vehicle level while the vehicle is in motion. This enables the vehicle to adjust to the new level as quickly as possible. The vehicle level may change visibly if you park the vehicle and the outside temperature changes. If the temperature drops, the vehicle level is lower; with an increase in temperature, the vehicle level rises. If you unlock the vehicle or open a door, the vehicle begins to compensate for load discrepancies while still parked. However, for significant level changes, such as after the vehicle has been stationary for a long period, the engine must be on. For safety reasons, the vehicle is only lowered when the doors are closed. Lowering is interrupted if a door is opened, and it continues once the door has been closed. Basic settings The extent to which the vehicle is raised or lowered depends on the basic setting selected. Select raised level for off-road driving or highway/high-speed level for normal roads. The individual vehicle levels differ from highway level as follows: Rhighway level: +/–0 in (+/–0 mm) Rhigh-speed level: –0.6 in (–15 mm) Rraised level: +2.3 in (+60 mm)

Raised level

Only select raised level when this is appropriate for the road conditions. Otherwise, fuel consumption may increase and handling may be affected. X Start the engine. If indicator lamp ; is not lit: X Press button :.

Indicator lamp ; flashes. The vehicle rises to raised level.

During the adjustment, the Vehicle Rising message, for example, appears in the multifunction display. If you press the % or a button on the multifunction steering wheel, the message will disappear. Once the vehicle has reached raised level, indicator lamp ; remains lit. The Vehicle Rising message disappears from the multifunction display. If you try to select raised level at a speed above 40 mph (64 km/h), the Drive More

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Slowly message appears in the multifunction display. Highway/high-speed level ! Make sure that there is enough ground

clearance when the vehicle is being lowered. It could otherwise hit the ground, damaging the underbody.

: Level control button ; Level control indicator lamp X Start the engine. If indicator lamp ; is lit: X Press button :.

Indicator lamp ; flashes. The vehicle is adjusting to highway/high-speed level.

During the adjustment, the Being lowered message, for example, appears in the multifunction display. If you press the % or a button on the multifunction steering wheel, the message will disappear. Once highway level has been reached, indicator lamp ; goes out. The Being

lowered message disappears from the multifunction display. The vehicle automatically adjusts to highway level when you: Rdrive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h) or Rdrive between 40 mph (64 km/h) and 50 mph (80 km/h) for approximately 20 seconds.

Depending on the ADS mode selected (Y page 208), the vehicle is lowered to high- speed level at high speeds.

AMG adaptive sport suspension system Rear axle level control The vehicle automatically sets the vehicle level at the rear axle. Rear axle level control ensures the best possible suspension and that the ground clearance remains constant even when the vehicle is loaded. This improves driving safety and fuel consumption.

Suspension tuning General notes The electronically controlled damping system works continuously. This improves driving safety and ride comfort. The damping is tuned individually to each wheel and depends on: Ryour driving style, e.g. sporty Rthe road surface condition, e.g. bumps Ryour individual selection of Sport, Sport +

or Comfort

If you select Sport or Sport + mode and restart the engine, the suspension setting reverts to Comfort mode.

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Sport mode

The firmer suspension tuning in Sport mode ensures even better contact with the road. Select this mode when employing a sporty driving style, e.g. on winding country roads. X Press the : button once.

Indicator lamp ; lights up. You have selected Sport mode. The AMG Suspension System SPORT message appears in the multifunction display.

Sport + mode The very firm setting of the suspension tuning in Sport + mode ensures the best possible contact with the road. Select this mode only when driving on race circuits. If indicator lamps = and ; are off: X Press button : twice.

Indicator lamps = and ; light up. You have selected Sport + mode. The AMG Suspension System SPORT + message appears in the multifunction display.

If indicator lamp ; lights up: X Press the : button once.

Second indicator lamp = lights up. You have selected Sport + mode. The AMG Suspension System SPORT + message appears in the multifunction display.

Comfort mode In Comfort mode, the driving characteristics of your vehicle are more comfortable. Therefore, select this mode if you favor a more comfortable driving style. Select comfort mode also when driving fast on straight roads, e.g. on straight stretches of freeway. X Press button : repeatedly until indicator

lamps = and ; go out. You have selected Comfort mode. The AMG Suspension System COMFORT message appears in the multifunction display.

PARKTRONIC Important safety notes G WARNING The PARKTRONIC is a supplemental system. It is not intended to, nor does it replace, the need for extreme care. The responsibility during parking and other critical maneuvers always remains with the driver. G WARNING Make sure no persons or animals are in or near the area in which you are parking/ maneuvering. Otherwise, they could be injured.

PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with ultrasonic sensors. It indicates visually and audibly the distance between your vehicle and an object. PARKTRONIC is activated automatically when you: Rswitch on the ignition Rshift the transmission to position D, R or N Rrelease the electric parking brake PARKTRONIC is deactivated at speeds above 11 mph (18km/h). It is reactivated at lower speeds.

PARKTRONIC monitors the area around your vehicle using six sensors in the front bumper and four sensors in the rear bumper.

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: Example: sensors in the front bumper,

left-hand side

Range of the sensors General notes ! When parking, pay particular attention to objects above or below the sensors, such as flower pots or trailer drawbars. PARKTRONIC does not detect such objects when they are in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle. You could damage the vehicle or the objects. The sensors may not detect snow and other objects that absorb ultrasonic waves. Ultrasonic sources such as an automatic car wash, the compressed-air brakes on a truck or a pneumatic drill could cause PARKTRONIC to malfunction. PARKTRONIC may not function correctly on uneven terrain.

Side view

Top view The sensors must be free of dirt, ice and slush. Otherwise, they may not function correctly. Clean the sensors regularly, taking care not to scratch or damage them (Y page 369). Front sensors Center

approximately 40in (approximately 100cm) approximately 24in (approximately 60cm)

Corners

Rear sensors Center

Corners

approximately 48in (approximately 120cm) approximately 32in (approximately 80cm)

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Minimum distance Center

Corners

approximately 8in (approximately 20cm) approximately 6in (approximately 15cm)

If there is an obstacle within this range, the relevant warning displays light up and a warning tone sounds. If the distance falls below the minimum, the distance may no longer be shown.

Warning displays

Warning display for the front area : Segments on the left-hand side of the

vehicle

; Segments on the right-hand side of the

vehicle

= Segments showing operational readiness The warning displays show the distance between the sensors and the obstacle. The warning display for the front area is located on the dashboard above the center air vents. The warning display for the rear area is in the roof lamp in the rear compartment. The warning display for each side of the vehicle is divided into five yellow and two red segments. PARKTRONIC is operational if yellow segments showing operational readiness = light up. The selected transmission position and the direction in which the vehicle is rolling determine which warning display is active when the engine is running.

Transmission position R, N or the vehicle is rolling backwards

Warning display

Front area activated Rear and front areas activated

No areas activated

One or more segments light up as the vehicle approaches an obstacle, depending on the vehicle's distance from the obstacle. From the: Rsixth segment onwards, you will hear an

intermittent warning tone for approximately two seconds.

Rseventh segment onwards, you will hear a

warning tone for approximately two seconds. This indicates that you have now reached the minimum distance.

Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC

: Indicator lamp ; Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC If indicator lamp : lights up, PARKTRONIC is deactivated. Active Park Assist is then also deactivated. i PARKTRONIC is automatically activated when you turn the SmartKey to position 2
in the ignition lock.

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Towing a trailer ! Fold in the ball coupling if the trailer tow

hitch is not required. PARKTRONIC measures the minimum detection range to an obstacle from the bumper, not the ball coupling.

PARKTRONIC is deactivated for the rear area when you establish an electrical connection between your vehicle and a trailer.

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Problems with PARKTRONIC

Problem Only the red segments in the PARKTRONIC warning displays are lit. You also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds. PARKTRONIC is deactivated after approximately five seconds, and the indicator lamp in the PARKTRONIC button lights up.

Only the red segments in the PARKTRONIC warning displays are lit. PARKTRONIC is deactivated after approximately five seconds.

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. X If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified

specialist workshop.

The PARKTRONIC sensors are dirty or there is interference. X Clean the PARKTRONIC sensors (Y page 369). X Switch the ignition back on. The problem may be caused by an external source of radio or ultrasound waves. X See if PARKTRONIC functions in a different location.

Active Parking Assist Important safety notes G WARNING Active Parking Assist is merely an aid and may sometimes recommend parking spaces that are not suitable for parking. For example, these might be spaces where parking is prohibited, driveways, unsuitable surfaces, etc. Active Parking Assist measures the parking space as you drive past it. Any later changes to the parking space are not taken into account. For instance, this may be the case when the vehicle parked in front of or behind the space changes its position or when an obstacle is moved into the parking space. Active Parking Assist does not relieve you of the responsibility of paying attention. If you

rely solely on Active Parking Assist, you could cause an accident and injure yourself and others. You are always responsible for safety and must continue to pay attention to your immediate surroundings when parking and maneuvering. G WARNING Objects located above the height range of Active Parking Assist will not be detected when the parking space is measured. These are not taken into account when the parking procedure is calculated, e.g. overhanging loads, tail sections or loading ramps of goods vehicles. In some circumstances, Active Parking Assist may therefore guide you into the parking space too early. This may lead to a collision. For this reason, you should avoid using Active Parking Assist in such situations.

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G WARNING The front of the vehicle will veer out in the direction of the oncoming traffic during the parking operation. In some cases, the vehicle will also take you onto sections of the oncoming lane during the parking procedure. You are responsible for safety at all times and must pay attention to any road users approaching or passing. Stop the vehicle if necessary or cancel the Active Parking Assist parking procedure. G WARNING Make sure no persons or animals are in or near the area in which you are parking/ maneuvering. Otherwise, they could be injured.

! If unavoidable, you should drive over

obstacles such as curbs slowly and not at a sharp angle. Otherwise, you may damage the wheels or tires.

Active Parking Assist is an electronic parking aid with ultrasound. Ultrasound is used to measure the road on both sides of the vehicle. A suitable parking space is indicated by the parking symbol. Active steering intervention can assist you during parking. You may also use PARKTRONIC (Y page 212). When PARKTRONIC is switched off, Active Parking Assist is also unavailable. Use Active Parking Assist for parking spaces: Rthat are parallel to the direction of travel Rthat are on straight roads, not bends Rthat are on the same level as the road, e.g.

not on the pavement

Parking tips: Ron narrow roads, drive past the parking

space as close as possible.

Rpay attention to the PARKTRONIC warning messages (Y page 214) during the parking procedure.

Ryou can intervene in the steering procedure

to correct it at any time. Active Parking Assist will then be canceled.

Rwhen transporting a load which protrudes

from your vehicle, you should not use Active Parking Assist.

Rwhen snow chains or an emergency spare

wheel are mounted, you should not use Active Parking Assist here either.

Rmake sure that the tire pressures are

always correct. This has a direct influence on the parking characteristics of the vehicle.

Rthe way your vehicle is positioned in the parking space after parking is dependent on various factors. These include the position and shape of the vehicles parked in front and behind it and the conditions of the location. It may be the case that Active Parking Assist guides you too far into a parking space, or not far enough into it. In some cases, it may also lead you across or onto the curb. If necessary, you should abort the parking procedure with Active Parking Assist.

Ryou can also engage forward gear

prematurely. The vehicle redirects and does not drive as far into the parking space. Should the gear change occur too soon to achieve a sensible parking position, the parking procedure will be aborted.

Detecting a parking space

Rparking spaces that are littered, overgrown

or partially occupied by trailer drawbars might be identified incorrectly or not at all. Rsnowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking

space being measured inaccurately.

: Detected parking space on the left ; Parking symbol = Detected parking space on the right

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Active Parking Assist is switched on automatically when driving forwards. The system is operational at speeds of up to approximately 22 mph (35 km/h). While in operation, the system independently locates and measures parking spaces on both sides of the vehicle. When driving at speeds below 19 mph (30 km/h), you will see the parking symbol as a status indicator in the instrument cluster. By default, Active Parking Assist only displays parking spaces on the front- passenger side. Parking spaces on the driver's side are displayed as soon as the turn signal on the driver's side is activated. To park on the driver's side, you must leave the driver's side turn signal switched on. This must remain switched on until you acknowledge the use of Active Parking Assist by pressing the a button on the multifunction steering wheel. When a parking space has been detected, an arrow towards the right or the left also appears. Active Parking Assist will only detect parking spaces: Rthat are parallel to the direction of travel Rthat are at least 59 in (1.5 m) wide Rthat are at least 51 in (1.3 m) longer than

your vehicle

A parking space is displayed while you are driving past it, and until you are approximately 50 ft (15 m) away from it.

Parking G WARNING PARKTRONIC and Active Parking Assist are merely parking aids and may not detect all obstacles. They do not relieve you of the responsibility of paying attention. You are always responsible for safety and must continue to pay attention to your immediate surroundings when parking and maneuvering. You could otherwise endanger yourself and others.

G WARNING When parking, you need to make sure that no obstacles are located in the vicinity of the vehicle during the entire operation. Active Parking Assist does not relieve you of the responsibility of paying attention. It merely aids you by intervening actively in the steering. To stop the vehicle or avoid an accident you need to apply the brakes yourself.

X Stop the vehicle when the parking space

symbol shows the desired parking space in the instrument cluster. X Shift the transmission to position R. The Start Park Assist? Yes: OK No: % message appears in the multifunction display.

X To cancel the procedure: press the

% button on the multifunction steering wheel or pull away.

or X To park using Active Parking Assist:

press the a button on the multifunction steering wheel. The Park Assist Active Accelerate and Brake Observe Surroundings message appears in the multifunction display.

X Let go of the multifunction steering wheel. X Back up the vehicle, being ready to brake

at all times. Drive at a speed of approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) or slower when backing up. Otherwise, Active Parking Assist will be deactivated.

i In tight parking spaces, you will achieve the best parking results by backing up as far as possible. When doing so, also observe the PARKTRONIC messages.

X Stop as soon as PARKTRONIC sounds the

continuous warning tone, if not before. Maneuvering may be required in tight parking spaces.

The Park Assist Active Select D Observe Surroundings message appears in the multifunction display. X Shift the transmission to position D while

the vehicle is stationary. Active Parking Assist immediately steers in the other direction. The Park Assist Active Accelerate and Brake Observe Surroundings message appears in the multifunction display.

i You will achieve the best results by waiting for the steering procedure to complete before pulling away.

X Drive forwards and be ready to brake at all

times.

X Stop as soon as PARKTRONIC sounds the continuous warning tone, if not before. The Park Assist Active Select R Observe Surroundings message appears in the multifunction display. Further transmission shifts may be necessary. As soon as the parking procedure is complete, the Park Assist Finished message appears in the multifunction display. PARKTRONIC is still available. X Maneuver if necessary. X Always observe the warning messages

displayed by PARKTRONIC (Y page 214).

Parking tips: Ron narrow roads, drive past the parking

space as close as possible.

Rparking spaces that are littered, overgrown

or partially occupied by trailer drawbars might be identified incorrectly or not at all. Rsnowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking

space being measured inaccurately.

Rthe way your vehicle is positioned in the parking space after parking is dependent on various factors. These include the position and shape of the vehicles parked in front and behind it and the conditions of the location. In some cases, Active Parking

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Assist may guide you too far into a parking space, or not far enough into it. In some cases, it may also lead you across or onto the curb. If necessary, you should abort the parking procedure with Active Parking Assist.

Ryou can also engage forward gear

prematurely. The vehicle redirects and does not drive as far into the parking space. Should a gear be changed too early, the parking procedure will be canceled. A sensible parking position can no longer be achieved from this position.

Exiting a parking space G WARNING Active Parking Assist does not monitor street traffic. In some cases, the vehicle will also take you onto sections of the oncoming lane when exiting a parking space. You are responsible for safety at all times and must pay attention to any road users approaching or passing. Stop the vehicle if necessary or cancel Active Parking Assist.

Active Parking Assist can only assist you with exiting a parking space if you have parked the vehicle using Active Parking Assist. X Start the engine. X Switch on the turn signal on the side facing

the street. X Shift the transmission to position D or R. The Start Park Assist? Yes: OK No: % message appears in the multifunction display.

X To cancel the procedure: press the

% button on the multifunction steering wheel or pull away.

or X To exit a parking space using Active

Parking Assist: press the a button on the multifunction steering wheel. The Park Assist Active Accelerate and Brake Observe Surroundings

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message appears in the multifunction display.

X Let go of the multifunction steering wheel. X Reverse the vehicle or drive forwards, being ready to brake at all times. Do not exceed a maximum speed of approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) when exiting a parking space. Otherwise, Active Parking Assist will be deactivated.

X Stop as soon as PARKTRONIC sounds the

continuous warning tone, if not before.

X Shift the transmission to position D or R as

required while the vehicle is stationary. Active Parking Assist immediately steers in the other direction.

i You will achieve the best results by waiting for the steering procedure to complete before pulling away. If you back up after activation, the steering wheel is moved to the straight-ahead position.

X Drive forwards or back up the vehicle, being

ready to brake at all times.

X Stop as soon as PARKTRONIC sounds the

continuous warning tone, if not before.

X Drive forwards and back up as instructed

by the PARKTRONIC warning displays. Once you have exited the parking space completely, the steering wheel is moved to the straight-ahead position. You hear a tone and the message Park Assist Finished appears in the multifunction display. You will then have to steer and merge into traffic on your own. PARKTRONIC is still available.

Canceling Active Parking Assist X Stop the movement of the multifunction

steering wheel or steer yourself. Active Parking Assist will be canceled at once. The Park Assist Canceled

message appears in the multifunction display.

or X Press the PARKTRONIC button on the

center console (Y page 214). PARKTRONIC is switched off and Active Parking Assist is immediately canceled. The Park Assist Canceled message appears in the multifunction display.

Active Parking Assist is canceled automatically if: Rparking using Active Parking Assist is no

longer possible.

Ryou are driving faster than 6mph

(10 km/h).

Ra wheel spins, ESP® intervenes or fails. The

÷ warning lamp lights up in the instrument cluster.

A warning tone sounds. The parking symbol disappears and the multifunction display shows the Park Assist Canceled message. When Active Parking Assist is canceled, you must steer again yourself.

Towing a trailer For vehicles with a trailer tow hitch, the minimum length for parking spaces is slightly increased. If you have attached a trailer to your vehicle, you should not use Active Parking Assist. Once the electrical connection is established between your vehicle and the trailer, Active Parking Assist is no longer available. PARKTRONIC is deactivated for the rear area.

Rear view camera Important safety notes G WARNING Make sure that no persons or animals are in the maneuvering range. Otherwise, they could be injured.

G WARNING The rear view camera is only an aid and may display obstacles Rfrom a distorted perspective Rinaccurately Rmay not display obstacles at all The rear view camera does not relieve you of the responsibility to be cautious. Take care and pay careful attention. The rear view camera may not show objects which are Rvery close to the rear bumper Runder the rear bumper Rabove the trunk handle You are responsible for safety at all times and must continue to pay attention to the immediate surroundings when parking and maneuvering. This includes the area behind, in front of, and beside the vehicle. Otherwise you could endanger yourself and/or others. G WARNING Under the following circumstances, the rear view camera will not function, or will function in a limited manner: Rif the trunk lid is open Rin heavy rain, snow or fog Rat night or in very dark places Rif the camera is exposed to very bright light Rif the area is lit by fluorescent light or LED

lighting (the display may flicker)

Rif there is a sudden change in temperature,

e.g. when driving into a heated garage in winter

Rif the camera lens is dirty or obstructed Rif the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In this event, have the camera position and setting checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

Do not use the rear view camera in these types of situation. You could otherwise injure others or damage objects and your vehicle while you are parking.

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Rear view camera : is in the handle on the tailgate. Rear view camera : is an optical parking and maneuvering aid. It shows the area behind your vehicle with guide lines in the COMAND display. The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a mirror image, as in the rear view mirror. i The text of messages shown in the

COMAND display depends on the language setting. The following are examples of rear view camera messages in the COMAND display.

Activating/deactivating the rear view camera

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X To activate: make sure that the SmartKey

is in position 2 in the ignition lock.

X Make sure that the function "show rear

view camera display" is selected in COMAND.

X Engage reverse gear.

The area behind the vehicle is shown in the COMAND display with guide lines.

X To change the function mode for

vehicles with trailer tow hitch: using the COMAND controller, select symbol : for the "Reverse parking" function or symbol ; for "Coupling up a trailer" (see the separate COMAND operating instructions). The symbol of the selected function is highlighted.

To deactivate: the rear view camera is deactivated if you: Rshift the transmission to position P Rdrive forwards 33 ft (10 m) Rshift the transmission from R to another

position (after 15 seconds)

Rdrive forward faster than 5 mph (10 km/h)

Displays in the COMAND display G WARNUNG Using the rear view camera can be dangerous if you are color-blind or if your ability to distinguish colors is impaired. Only use the rear view camera if you can see and distinguish between all the colored guide lines that are displayed by the rear view camera in the COMAND display. G WARNING Please note that objects that do not touch the ground may appear to be further away than they actually are, for example: Rthe bumper of a vehicle parked behind you Rthe trailer drawbar Rthe ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch

Rthe rear end of a truck Ra slanted post In such cases, you should not use the guide lines to judge the distance. You may misjudge the distance, which increases the risk of impacting the objects. Even if the object you approach is directly on the ground, do not approach the object any closer than the red guide line.

: White guide line without turning the

steering wheel, vehicle width including the exterior mirrors (static)

; Yellow guide line at a distance of

approximately 13 ft (4.0m) from the rear of the vehicle

= Red guide line for the vehicle width

including the exterior mirrors, for current steering wheel angle (dynamic)

? Yellow lane marking tires at current

steering wheel angle (dynamic)

A Yellow guide line at a distance of

approximately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the rear of the vehicle

B Vehicle center axle (marker assistance)

C Bumper D Red guide line at a distance of

approximately 10 in (0.25 m) from the rear of the vehicle

The guide lines are shown when the transmission is in position R. The distance specifications only apply to objects that are at ground level.

Additional messages for vehicles with PARKTRONIC : Front warning display ; Additional PARKTRONIC measurement

operational readiness indicator

= Rear warning display Vehicles with PARKTRONIC: When PARKTRONIC is operational (Y page 214), the additional operational readiness indicator ; appears in the COMAND display. If the PARKTRONIC warning displays are active or light up, then warning displays : and = are also active or light up correspondingly in the COMAND display.

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"Reverse parking" function Backing up straight into a parking space without turning the steering wheel

: White guide line without turning the

steering wheel, vehicle width including the exterior mirrors (static)

; Red guide line for the vehicle width

including the exterior mirrors, for current steering wheel angle (dynamic)

= Yellow guide line at a distance of

approximately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the rear of the vehicle

? Red guide line at a distance of

approximately 10 in (0.25 m) from the rear of the vehicle

X Make sure that the rear view camera is

switched on (Y page 221). The lane and the guide lines are shown.

X With the help of white guide line :, check whether the vehicle will fit into the parking space.

X Using white guide line : as a guide,

carefully back up until you reach the end position. Red guide line ? is then at the end of the parking space. The vehicle is almost parallel in the parking space.

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Reverse perpendicular parking with the steering wheel at an angle

Turning the steering wheel : Red guide line for the vehicle width

including the exterior mirrors, for current steering wheel angle (dynamic)

; Parking space marking X Make sure that the rear view camera is

switched on (Y page 221). The lane and the guide lines are shown.

X Drive past the parking space and bring the

vehicle to a standstill.

X While the vehicle is at a standstill, turn the

steering wheel in the direction of the parking space until red guide line : reaches parking space marking ;.

X Keep the steering wheel in that position

and back up carefully.

X Stop the vehicle when it is almost exactly

in front of the parking space. The white lane should be as close to parallel with the parking space marking as possible.

Driving to the final position : White guide line at current steering wheel

angle

; Parking space marking X Turn the steering wheel to the center position while the vehicle is stationary.

: Red guide line at a distance of

approximately 10 in (0.25 m) from the rear of the vehicle

; White guide line without turning the

steering wheel

= End of parking space X Back up carefully until you have reached

the end position. Red guide line : is then at the end of parking space =. The vehicle is almost parallel in the parking space.

Backing up with the steering wheel turned : Red guide line for the vehicle width

including the exterior mirrors, for current steering wheel angle (dynamic)

"Coupling up a trailer" function ! The following distance specifications

refer to trailer tow hitches with ball coupling that have been approved for this vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Distances may differ if you use other ball couplings. In this case, take into account that actual distances will not match the following distance specifications. Otherwise you could damage the trailer and vehicle.

: Center of the vehicle on the yellow guide line approximately 3 ft (1 m) from the rear of the vehicle ; Trailer drawbar = Ball coupling This function is only available on vehicles with a trailer tow hitch. X Set the height of trailer drawbar ; so that

it is slightly higher than ball coupling =. X Position the vehicle centrally in front of

trailer drawbar ;.

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: Ball coupling ; Red guide line at a distance of

approximately 10 in (0.25 m) from the ball coupling

= Trailer drawbar marker assistant ? Trailer drawbar A Symbol for the "Coupling up a trailer"

function

X Use the COMAND controller to select symbol A, see the separate operating instructions for COMAND. The "Coupling up a trailer" function is selected. The distance specifications now only apply to objects that are at the same level as the ball coupling.

X Reverse carefully, making sure that trailer

drawbar marker assistant = points approximately in the direction of trailer drawbar ?.

X Reverse carefully until trailer drawbar ?

reaches red guide line ;.

X Couple up the trailer (Y page 255).

360° camera (surround view) Important safety notes G WARNING Make sure that no persons or animals are in the maneuvering range. Otherwise, they could be injured.

The 360°camera is only an aid and may show a distorted view of obstacles, show them

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incorrectly or not at all. The 360°camera is not a substitute for attentive driving. It cannot show objects in the following areas: Runder the front bumper Rvery close to the front bumper Rvery close to the rear bumper Runder the rear bumper Rin close range above the handle on the

trunk lid

Rvery close to the exterior mirrors You are always responsible for safety, and must always pay attention to your surroundings when parking and maneuvering. This applies to the areas behind, in front of and beside the vehicle. You could otherwise endanger yourself and others. The rear view camera will not function or will function in a limited manner: Rif the doors are open Rif the exterior mirrors are folded in Rif the trunk lid is open Rin heavy rain, snow or fog Rat night or in very dark places Rif the cameras are exposed to very bright

light

Rif the area is lit by fluorescent light or LED

lighting (the display may flicker)

Rif you exit a heated garage in winter,

resulting in a rapid change in temperature Rif the camera lenses are dirty or covered Rif the vehicle components in which the

cameras are installed are damaged. In this event, have the camera position and setting checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Do not use the 360° camera in this case. You can otherwise injure others or cause damage to objects or the vehicle.

General notes The 360° camera is a system consisting of four cameras.

The system analyzes images from the following cameras: RRear view camera RFront camera RTwo cameras in the exterior rear view

mirrors

The cameras capture the immediate surroundings of the vehicle. The system supports you, e.g. when parking or if vision is restricted at an exit. The 360° camera images can be shown in full screen mode or in seven different split-screen views on the COMAND display. A split-screen view also includes a top view of the vehicle. This view is calculated from the data supplied by the installed cameras (virtual camera). The 7 split-screen views are: Rtop view and picture from the rear view

camera (130° viewing angle)

Rtop view and picture from the front camera (without displaying the maximum steering wheel angle)

Rtop view and enlarged rear view Rtop view and enlarged front view Rtop view and trailer view (vehicles with

trailer tow hitch)

Rtop view and pictures from the rearward facing mirror cameras (rear wheel view) Rtop view and pictures from the forward facing mirror cameras (front wheel view)

i The top view and trailer view are available

for vehicles equipped with a trailer tow hitch.

When the function is active and you shift the transmission from position D or R to N, you see the previous view in the COMAND display. The dynamic guidelines are hidden. When you change between transmission positions D and R, you see the previously selected front or rear view.

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Activation conditions The 360° camera image can be displayed if: Ryour vehicle is equipped with a 360°

camera

RCOMAND is switched on, see the separate COMAND operating instructions. Rthe 360° Camera function is activated Activating the 360° camera using the SYS button X Press and hold the W button for longer than 2 seconds, see the separate COMAND operating instructions. Depending on whether position D or R is engaged, the following is shown: Rfull screen display with the image from

the front camera

Rfull screen display with the image from

the rear camera.

Activating the 360° camera with COMAND X Press the W button, see the separate COMAND operating instructions. X Select System by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. X Select 360° Camera and press W to confirm. Depending on whether position D or R is engaged, the following is shown: Ra split screen with top view and the

image from the front camera or

Ra split screen with top view and the

image from the rear view camera.

For further information about the COMAND Controller, see the separate COMAND operating instructions.

Activating the 360° camera using reverse gear The 360° camera images can be automatically displayed by engaging reverse gear. X Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock. X Make sure that the Activation by R gear setting is active in COMAND, see the separate COMAND operating instructions. X To show the 360° camera image: engage

reverse gear. The COMAND display shows the area behind the vehicle in split screen: Rvehicle with guide lines Rtop view of the vehicle

Selecting the split-screen and full screen displays X To switch between split screen views: switch to the line with the vehicle icons by sliding ZV the COMAND controller.

X Turn cVd the COMAND controller and

select one of the vehicle symbols. X To switch to full screen mode: select Full Screen by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.

Displays in the COMAND display Important safety notes ! Objects not at ground level may appear to be further away than they actually are, e.g.: Rthe bumper of a parked vehicle Rthe drawbar of a trailer Rthe ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch Rthe rear section of an HGV Ra slanted post Use the guidelines only for orientation. Approach objects no further than the bottom-most guideline.

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Top view with picture from the rear view camera

Top view with picture from the front camera

: Symbol for the split screen setting with

top view and rear view camera image

; Yellow guide line at a distance of

approximately 13 ft (4.0 m) from the rear