Date of printing:
07/02/2022Online Owner's Manual [In depth | Driving and parking | Driving tips]
Owner's Manual version: 06-13
Note: The online Owner's Manual is the latest version available. Deviations between this manual and items specific to your vehicle may occur since Mercedes-Benz constantly adapts its vehicles to the latest technology and modifies design and equipment. Please note that this online Owner's Manual does not under any circumstances replace the printed Owner's Manual which is supplied with the vehicle.
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Contents
General notes |
Short journey |
Speed limiter |
Driving abroad |
Transport by rail |
Braking |
Driving in wet conditions |
Driving in winter |
Driving off-road |
Driving in mountainous areas |
WARNING
If you take your foot off the accelerator pedal in overrun mode, the fuel supply is cut off when the engine speed is outside the idling speed control range.
The automatic regeneration of the diesel particle filter is not sufficient or has malfunctioned if:
At the earliest possible opportunity, drive at an engine speed of at least 2000 rpm, until the indicator lamp or the message in the display disappears.
To do this on vehicles with an automatic transmission, use Touchshift to shift to a lower gear more.
The diesel particle filter's burn-off process is assisted by the intentional temperature increase.
If the indicator lamp or the display message does not go out after approximately 20 minutes, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
WARNING
Exceeding the stated tyre load-bearing capacity and the approved maximum speed could lead to tyre damage or the tyre bursting. There is a risk of accident.
Therefore, only use tyre types and sizes approved for your vehicle model. Observe the tyre load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle.
As the driver, you must find out about the maximum speed of the vehicle and the resulting permissible maximum speed of the tyres (tyre and tyre pressure). Pay special attention to the country-specific requirements for tyre approval.
You must not exceed the speed limit for the tyres listed in the tyre pressure tables. You can find information on tyre pressures in the "Wheels and tyres" section more.
You can permanently limit the maximum speed of your vehicle, e.g. for driving on winter tyres.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the maximum speed programmed at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
On vehicles with SPEEDTRONIC, you can temporarily or permanently limit the maximum speed of your vehicle using the on-board computer more.
Before overtaking, take into consideration that the engine speed limiter prevents the speed increasing beyond the programmed maximum speed.
On downhill gradients, the speed limitation may be exceeded. Apply the brakes if necessary. Display messages indicate that you are approaching the speed limitation - vehicles without steering wheel buttons more, vehicles with steering wheel buttons more.
An extensive network of Mercedes-Benz Service Centres is also at your disposal when you are travelling abroad. Nevertheless, please bear in mind that service facilities or replacement parts may not always be immediately available. The workshop directories are available from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
In some countries, only fuels with a lower octane rating or a higher sulphur content are available.
Unsuitable fuel can cause engine damage. You will find information on fuels in the "Service products and capacities" section more.
When driving in countries in which traffic drives on the opposite side of the road to the country where the vehicle is registered, the headlamps should be switched to symmetrical dipped beam. This prevents oncoming traffic from being dazzled. The symmetrical dipped beam illuminates less of the edge of the carriageway in terms of height and distance.
Have the headlamps adjusted at a qualified specialist workshop before you cross the border, but as close to it as possible.
When returning from your journey, have the headlamps reset to asymmetrical dipped beam at a qualified specialist workshop as close to the border as possible.
WARNING
The braking system can overheat if you leave your foot on the brake pedal while driving. This increases the braking distance and could even cause the braking system to fail. There is a risk of an accident.
Never use the brake pedal as a footrest. Do not simultaneously depress both the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal while driving.
If the brakes have been subjected to a heavy load, do not stop the vehicle immediately. Drive on for a short while. The brakes are cooled down more quickly in the airflow.
If the brakes have been used only moderately, you should occasionally test their effectiveness. To do this, brake more sharply at a higher speed. The brakes will grip better as a result.
If you have been driving for a long time in heavy rain without braking, there may be a delayed response when you first apply the brakes. This may also occur after driving through a car wash or deep water.
You must depress the brake pedal more firmly. Maintain a longer distance to the vehicle in front.
While paying attention to the traffic conditions, you should brake the vehicle firmly after driving on a wet road surface or through a car wash. This heats the brake discs so that they dry more quickly, which protects them against corrosion.
New brake pads and brake disks only reach their optimal braking effect after a few hundred kilometres. Until then, compensate for this by applying greater force to the brake pedal.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only have brake pads which are approved for Mercedes-Benz installed on your vehicle. Brake pads which are not approved for Mercedes-Benz could affect your vehicle's operating safety.
WARNING
If you must brake the vehicle with the parking brake, the braking distance is considerably longer and the wheels could lock. This increases the risk of skidding and an accident.
Only use the parking brake to brake the vehicle when the service brake is faulty. Do not apply the parking brake too firmly. If the wheels lock, release the parking brake until the wheels begin turning again.
When driving on wet roads or dirt-covered surfaces, road salt and/or dirt may get into the parking brake. This causes corrosion and a reduction of braking force.
In order to prevent this, drive with the parking brake lightly applied from time to time. When doing so, drive for a distance of approximately 100 m at a maximum speed of 20 km/h.
The brake lamps are not illuminated when you brake the vehicle using the parking brake.
WARNING
DANGER
If the exhaust pipe is blocked or adequate ventilation is not possible, poisonous gases such as carbon monoxide (CO) may enter the vehicle. This is the case, e.g. if the vehicle becomes trapped in snow. There is a risk of fatal injury.
If you leave the engine or the auxiliary heating running, make sure the exhaust pipe and area around the vehicle are clear of snow. To ensure an adequate supply of fresh air, open a window on the side of the vehicle that is not facing into the wind.
Have your vehicle winterproofed at a qualified specialist workshop in good time at the onset of winter.
Observe the notes in the "Winter operation" section more.
WARNING
Drive particularly carefully on slippery roads. Avoid sudden acceleration, steering and braking manoeuvres.
You can find further information on winter tyres and snow chains in the "Wheels and tyres" section more.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Flammable material such as leaves, grass or twigs may ignite if they come into contact with hot parts of the exhaust system. There is a risk of fire.
When driving off road or on unpaved roads, check the vehicle's underside regularly. In particular, remove parts of plants or other flammable materials which have become trapped. In the case of damage, contact a qualified specialist workshop.
When driving off-road and on construction sites, sand, mud and water mixed with oil, for example, may get into the brakes. This may lead to a reduction in braking performance or total brake failure, also as a result of increased wear. The braking characteristics will vary depending on the material that has got into the system. Clean the brakes after driving off-road. If you then notice reduced braking performance or hear scraping noises, have the brake system checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Adjust your driving style to the changed braking characteristics.
Driving off-road or on construction sites increases the possibility of vehicle damage which may in turn lead to the failure of certain assemblies and systems. Adapt your driving style to the off-road driving conditions. Drive carefully. Have any vehicle damage rectified at a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible.
When driving on rough terrain, do not shift the transmission into the neutral position and do not disengage the clutch. You could lose control when attempting to brake the vehicle with the service brake. If your vehicle cannot manage an uphill slope, drive back down the slope in reverse gear.
When loading your vehicle for driving off-road or on a construction site, keep the vehicle's centre of gravity as low as possible.
Ensure that loads and items of luggage are securely stowed or lashed down more.
Before driving off-road, stop the vehicle and shift to a low gear.
If the surface requires, temporarily deactivate ASR when pulling away more.
Only drive off-road with the engine running and a gear engaged.
Drive slowly and smoothly. Walking pace is necessary in many situations.
Make sure that the wheels always remain in contact with the ground.
Drive with extreme care over unknown terrain where you can only see for a short distance. As a precaution, get out of the vehicle to take a look at the route to be taken in advance.
Watch out for obstacles (e.g. rocks, holes, tree stumps and ruts).
Off-road driving places a higher demand on your vehicle than normal road operation. Check your vehicle after driving on rough terrain. By doing so you will notice any damage in good time and reduce the risk of an accident for yourself and other road users. Clean your vehicle thoroughly before driving on public roads.
Observe the following points after driving off-road, on construction sites and before driving on public roads:
Activate ASR more.
Vehicles with a diesel engine: the operating safety of the diesel engine is guaranteed up to an altitude of 2,500 m above sea level. You may exceed this altitude for short periods, e.g. in mountainous terrain. Do not drive at altitudes above 2,500 m for extended periods. You could otherwise damage the diesel engine.
When driving in mountainous areas, note that the power output of the engine, and with it its gradient climbing capability, decrease with increasing altitude.
Notes on braking on downhill gradients can be found in the "Braking" section more.
Notes
Date of printing:
07/02/2022Online Owner's Manual [In depth | Driving and parking | Driving tips]
Owner's Manual version: 06-13
Note: The online Owner's Manual is the latest version available. Deviations between this manual and items specific to your vehicle may occur since Mercedes-Benz constantly adapts its vehicles to the latest technology and modifies design and equipment. Please note that this online Owner's Manual does not under any circumstances replace the printed Owner's Manual which is supplied with the vehicle.