Safety

Standard features include antilock brakes, an electronic stability system, front and rear side-impact airbags, side curtain airbags and Pre-Safe. By monitoring the braking, steering and stability systems, Pre-Safe can ready occupants for a collision by tightening the seat belts, adjusting the position of the front passenger seat and available power rear seats, and closing the windows. The more advanced Pre-Safe Brake system, which requires the optional Distronic Plus adaptive cruise control system, can brake the S-Class automatically if the system deems there is a chance for an accident.

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    Important safety notes
    WARNING Make sure the tailgate is closed when the engine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsci ...

    Engine
    Display messages (USA only) (Canada only) The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the ignition is switched on with the engine running. Possible causes/consequences and ► ...

    Manual interior lighting control
    •► To switch the front interior lighting on/ off: press the button. •► To switch the rear interior lighting on/ off: press the button. •► To switch the reading lamps on/off: ...