Service messages
Information on the type of service and service intervals (see separate Service Booklet).
You can obtain further information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
The service interval message informs you of the next service due date.
The multifunction display shows a service message for several seconds, e.g.:
Next Service A Due in .. Days Service A Due Service A Exceeded by ... Days The letter indicates which service is due. A stands for a minor service and B for a major service. A number or another letter may be displayed after the letter. This figure indicates any necessary additional maintenance work to be performed.
You can obtain further information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The service interval display does not take into account any periods of time during which the battery is disconnected.
Maintaining the time-dependent service
schedule:
– Note down the service due date displayed
in the multifunction display before
disconnecting the battery.
or
– Subtract the battery disconnection periods
from the service date shown on the display
after reconnecting the battery.
The service interval display does not
provide any information regarding the
engine's oil level. Observe the notes on the
engine oil level.
See also:
Important safety notes
! A license agreement must exist in order
to activate the mbrace service. Ensure that
your system is activated and ready for use,
and press the MB Info call button
to
register. If any of th ...
Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS
Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS
There are several ways to deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS:
Briefly press the cruise control
lever forwards 1.
or
Brake, unless the vehicle is
stationary.
When you de ...
Cleaning the trailer tow hitch
The ball coupling must be cleaned if it
becomes dirty or corroded.
– Remove rust on the ball of the ball coupling,
e.g. with a wire brush.
– Remove dirt with a clean, lint-free cloth or
a brus ...