2007 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual
2007 Mercedes S-Class Manual
2007 Mercedes S-Class manual content summary:
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Sommer\ Corporate\ Media\ AG Bild in der Größe 215x70 mm einfügen Operator's Manual S-Class Ê6/t-qJË 2215841381 Order No. 6515 2186 13 Part No. 221 584 13 81 USA Edition A 2007 Operator's Manual S-Class - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 2
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to operate and provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To help assure manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes-Benz. Please pay attention to the warnings and cautions contained in this manual - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 4
Contents Introduction ...Product information...Operator's Manual ...Service and warranty information .. Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles ...Maintenance ...Roadside Assistance ...Change of address or ownership...Operating your vehicle outside the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 5
Saving channels ...102 Show program info...103 Channel update...103 Calling Sirius Service Center ...103 COMAND audio CD/ audio DVD/MP3 ...104 Safety rewind...Selecting a folder...Setting the audio format ...Playback options...COMAND telephone* ...Safety precautions ...General notes ...Switching - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 6
call ...125 Functions during a single-call connection ...127 Transferring a call ...128 COMAND phone book...129 SMS messages (Short Message Service)...137 COMAND navigation (introduction)...140 Safety precautions ...140 Map software ...140 Updating the map software...141 Updating process ...141 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 7
217 219 220 220 221 222 223 Activating easy-entry/exit feature Setting interior ambient lighting .. Setting interior lighting delayed switch-off the front ...COMAND seats ...Operating seats via COMAND ...Lumbar support ...Multicontour seats*, front ...Drive-dynamic multicontour seats, front*... 224 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 8
menu*...Assistance menu*...Service menu ...Settings menu address book open (local) ...279 Operating and using address book...280 Available commands with the address book command list ...288 Command list...288 Voice Control* troubleshooting...299 Help function ...299 Help commands...299 Help window - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 9
Proper use of feature ... 339 341 341 342 342 346 347 348 348 350 350 350 351 351 352 352 352 353 353 355 355 356 Driving and parking ...Starting the engine ...Driving off ...Turn signals...Problems while driving ...Parking...Turning off the engine ...Releasing seat belts...Automatic transmission - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 10
air volume ...Front defroster...Rear window defroster ...Maximum cooling MAXCOOL (USA only) ...Air recirculation mode...Residual engine heat and Roof rack* ...447 Loading instructions ...447 Storage compartments ...448 Cup holders ...452 Trunk ...453 Useful features...455 Sun visors ...455 Vanity - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 11
...Catalytic converter ...Emission control...Coolant temperature ... 477 478 479 479 479 479 479 480 481 481 482 483 483 484 484 485 486 486 486 487 488 488 At the gas station ...Refueling ...Check regularly and before a long trip...Engine compartment ...Hood ...Engine oil ...Transmission fluid - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 12
-GO* ...619 Replacing bulbs ...621 Bulbs...622 Replacing bulbs for front lamps ...623 Replacing wiper blades...627 Placing wiper arms in vertical position vehicle...642 Installing towing eye bolt ...644 Fuses...645 Aids for replacing fuses ...646 Fuse boxes in engine compartment ...646 Fuse boxes in - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 13
data...Parts service ...Warranty coverage...Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet...Identification labels...Layout of poly-V-belt drive ...S 550 ...S 600 ...Engine...Rims and tires...Same size tires...Mixed size tires ...Minispare wheel ...Electrical system...Main dimensions and weights - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 14
your own best interest: We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. We are unable to - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 15
or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 16
or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair attempts. During the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 17
be sure to send in the "Notice of Purchase of Used Car" found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 18
vehicle documentation: this Operator's Manual the Maintenance Booklet Separate operating instructions will be provided as required depending on the equipment options installed in your vehicle. Safety and Security Here you will find descriptions of the safety and security features of your vehicle - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 19
Manual: * Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since standard equipment varies between models, the descriptions and illustrations in this manual . i Helpful hints or further information you may find useful. This symbol points to instructions for you to follow. A number of these symbols - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 20
use of the vehicle Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rules: the safety precautions in this manual the "Technical data" section in this manual engine is running. You should therefore never turn off the engine Mercedes-Benz instructed to - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 21
safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us at one of - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 22
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 23
vehicle diagnosis purposes with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee in response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency for use in dispute resolution involving DaimlerChrysler, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/or as otherwise required or permitted - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 24
At a glance Exterior view Cockpit Instrument cluster Control systems Center console Automatic climate control Overhead control panel Driver's door control panel Rear door control panel Storage compartments Rear passenger compartment 23 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 25
At a glance Exterior view 24 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 26
position 7 Towing eye bolt General information 8 Rims and tires Checking tire inflation pressure Minispare wheel Flat tire 9 Hood, opening Engine oil Coolant Page 334 335 644 642 655 511 613 629 492 494 497 Item a Headlamp cleaning system b Front lamps c - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 27
At a glance Cockpit 26 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 28
wheel 5 Instrument cluster 6 Steering wheel gearshift control 7 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission Page 362 351 346 347 380 385 242 28 375 359 Item 8 Control panel with Front passenger front air bag indicator lamp Vehicle level control switch Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) switch - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 29
At a glance Instrument cluster 28 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 30
lamp = SRS indicator lamp 3 Parktronic*/Park Assist* warning indicator for left front area 4 Speedometer with: 0 Parking brake USA only warning or indi! cator Item 6 Gear position/range indicator 7 Tachometer with: ± Engine malfunction indicator lamp 8 Selected program mode indicator 9 Main - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 31
At a glance Control systems 30 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 32
At a glance Control systems Item 1 L back/to deactivate Voice Control* 2 $ scroll up % scroll down & scroll to the right ( scroll to the left # confirm selection 3 Multifunction display Page 242 260 Item 4 s to take a call to dial a number t to end a call to reject an incoming call æ volume up ç - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 33
At a glance Center console Upper part Item 1 Automatic climate control panel, front 2 Alarm system indicator lamp 3 Cover of compartment with CD changer PCMCIA card slot 4 Cover of compartment with: Ashtray Lighter 5 Cup holder Page 36 75 107 108 456 457 452 32 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 34
selector switch for: automatic transmission shift program suspension tuning of Airmatic (only S 550) or ABC* engine control 4 Shortcut button for : radio CD/DVD 5 Back button Page 216 325 Item 6 Hazard warning flasher 7 Seat operation via COMAND: Lumbar support - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 35
At a glance Automatic climate control Overview 34 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 36
Page Item b Left rear center air vent, adjustable c Right rear center air vent, adjustable Page 433 433 8 Right side air vent, adjustable 9 Front climate control panel a Thumbwheel for left rear center air vents 36 434 d Thumbwheel for right rear center air vents e Rear climate control panel - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 37
1 AUTO mode for air distribution and volume, left 2 Temperature control, left 3 Manual fan speed adjustment, left 4 Front defroster Page 428 429 429 429 Item 5 Air recirculation 6 Climate control on/off 7 Residual engine heat and ventilation (REST) 8 Rear window defroster Page 431 428 433 430 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 38
At a glance Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Item 1 Eyeglasses compartment 2 Left reading lamp on/off 3 Rear interior lighting on/off 4 Front interior lighting on/off 5 Power tilt/sliding sunroof or tilt/sliding panel* 6 Tele Aid (emergency call system) button 7 Interior lighting - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 39
unlocking switch 3 Central locking switch 4 Memory function (for storing seat, exterior mirror, and steering wheel settings) 5 Selector button for front passenger seat 6 Seat heating Seat ventilation* 7 Seat adjustment Page 312 312 312 336 Item 8 Exterior rear view mirrors adjustment Mirror - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 40
At a glance Rear door control panel Rear door control panel Item 1 Selection switch for right front passenger seat adjustment*1 2 Memory function* (for storing seat settings) (Canada only) 3 Inside door handle 4 Seat adjustment 5 Seat heating* Seat ventilation* 1 Page 320 Item 6 Button for - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 41
At a glance Storage compartments 40 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 42
6 Side storage pocket in trunk Holder for Operator's Manual pouch 7 Additional storage spaces under the trunk floor 8 Side storage pocket in trunk 9 Door pocket panel f Parcel net in front passenger footwell Page 451 455 456 457 449 449 611 Item h Front center armrest with storage compartments - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 43
At a glance Rear passenger compartment Item 1 Cup holder under the rear center storage compartment* 2 Cup holder in the rear center armrest 3 Control panel for rear multicontour seats* 4 Rear center armrest with storage compartment 5 Rear storage box Page 452 452 327 450 451 42 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 44
Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti-theft systems 43 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 45
( page 53) Front passenger seat with Occupant Classification System (OCS) ( page 50) As independent systems, their protective functions work in conjunction with each other. The SRS components are in operational readiness when the = indicator lamp is not lit when the engine is running. A malfunction - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 46
we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise and fatality in certain frontal impacts (front air bags), side impacts (side difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, you may wish to get - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 47
you have any problems, please see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do front air bag inflates. Adjust the front use the seat belts and use an appropriately sized infant or toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. Failure to follow these instructions - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 48
in the rear seat. It should be noted that with respect to both front and rear side impact air bags there is a possibility for a side impact anchoring points must also be checked. Only use belts installed or supplied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Air bags and pyrotechnic emergency tensioning - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 49
model. Using other seat covers may interfere with or prevent the deployment of the front side impact air bags or the rear side impact air bags*. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for availability. When you sell your vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 50
Side impact air bags 1 Driver air bag 2 Front passenger front air bag Driver and front passenger front air bags are deployed: in the event of is not lit ( page 53) the impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold 1 Front side impact air bag 2 Rear side impact air bag The side impact air bags - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 51
front passenger seat. 1 Window curtain air bag The side window curtain air bags are deployed: in impacts exceeding a preset deployment threshold floor be serviced in any way, take the vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only seat accessories approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 52
driver and the front passenger should always use the 59 indicator lamp as an indication of whether or not the front passenger is engine is started and then go out, indicating that the front passenger front air bag is activated. If the 59 indicator lamp is illuminated, the front passenger front - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 53
tether strap, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Children can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air is to never place a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. We therefore strongly recommend that you always place a child in a - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 54
possible, use the proper child restraint recommended for the age, size and weight of the child, and secure child restraint with the vehicle's seat belt according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. For children larger than the typical 12-month-old child, the front passenger front air bag - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 55
OCS: Have the system checked as soon as possible by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not place more than 4.4 lbs (2 kg) into the ruffled storage bag on the back of the front passenger seat. Otherwise, the OCS may not be able to properly approximate the occupant - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 56
section ( page 555). Warning! Seat belts When the engine is started, the seat belt telltale < illuminates for < remains illuminated for as long as either the driver's or front passenger's seat belt is not fastened. and the vehicle speed exceeds instructions for installation of child seats. 55 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 57
belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked. Only use seat belts which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz. Do not make any modifications to the seat belts. This can lead to unintended activation of the ETDs or to failure - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 58
. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY G belt force limiters), and front seat knee bolsters. The the seat. Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat. Seat belts can only work when used properly. Never wear seat belts in any other way - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 59
safety instructions must be followed. These are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. PRE-SAFE® has electrically operated reversible pre-tensioners that do not require replacement after activation. Emergency tensioning device (ETD), seat belt force limiter The seat belts for the front - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 60
the driver's and front passenger's seats are designed to move forward in the direction of travel, providing the head with increased support earlier on in the . G Only use seat or head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat or - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 61
It increases the air pressure in the air pockets (on the sides of the seat cushion and backrest) of the multicontour* and/or drive-dynamic front seats*. If the vehicle is understeering or oversteering, the tilt/sliding sunroof and the side windows also close until only a small gap remains. Once the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 62
children open a door, they could injure other persons get out of the car and injure themselves or be injured by following traffic Do not carry heavy infant or child is traveling with you in the vehicle: Secure the child using an infant or child restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 63
the front passenger seat must be in the most backward position. The seat belt can again be used in the usual manner. Warning! A statement by the child restraint manufacturer of compliance with this standard can be found on the instruction label on the restraint and in the instruction manual provided - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 64
possible, use the proper child restraint recommended for the age, size and weight of the child, and secure child restraint with the vehicle's seat belt according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. For children larger than the typical 12-month-old child, the front passenger front air bag - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 65
a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a booster. When the child restraint is not in use, remove it from the vehicle or secure it with the seat belt to prevent the child . Store cover 1 in a convenient place (e.g. glove box). Guide tether strap between head restraint and top of seat back. 64 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 66
anchorage hook is attached, the child restraint itself can be secured. Tighten the top tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. Reinstall cover after removing the tether strap. Warning! Child seat anchors - LATCH type This vehicle is equipped with two LATCH (Lower - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 67
belt fits properly without a booster. Install child seat according to manufacturer's instructions. The child seat must be firmly attached in right and left side also be used and can be installed using the vehicle's seat belt system. Install child seat according to the manufacturer's instructions. 66 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 68
passenger compartment: rear door window operation ( page 353) adjustment of front passenger seat from the rear* ( page 320) rear center unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 69
Safety and Security Panic alarm i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 70
you switch on the ignition ( page 315). It goes out when the engine is running. Braking ETS (Electronic Traction System) Warning! G G The following and ETS cannot reduce this risk. Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm, steady brake pedal pressure instead. Pumping the brake pedal defeats the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 71
brake lamps flash in quick intervals while you are braking in order to signal to cars behind you that you are braking strongly at a speed of more than 30 mph you are braking with the aid of BAS or BAS Plus* If you bring the car to a complete stop by hard braking at a speed of more than 40 mph (70 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 72
. Therefore, the braking distance may increase. For more information, see "Practical hints" section ( page 544). BAS Plus* BAS Plus operates in emergency braking situations and uses radar sensors to assess the traffic situation. 71 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 73
systems works to stabilize the vehicle. The ESP® is especially useful while driving off and on wet or slippery road surfaces. if the vehicle starts to skid. By applying brakes to the appropriate wheel and by limiting the engine output, the ESP® ESP® G Never switch off the ESP® when you see the ESP - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 74
if you use wheels of ! ! Because of the ESP's® automatic operation, the engine and ignition must be shut off (SmartKey in starter dynamometer the vehicle is being towed with the front/rear axle raised Active braking action through Currently unavailable See Oper. Manual" appears in the multifunction - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 75
off the ESP® the ESP does not stabilize the vehicle the engine output is not limited, which allows the drive wheels to spin . This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Switching on the ESP® Press ESP® switch 1. The ESP® warning lamp v - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 76
462) provided Tele Aid service was subscribed to and properly activated, engine will also deactivate the immobilizer. In case the engine cannot be started (yet the vehicle's battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 77
by the Tele Aid system ( page 462) provided Tele Aid service was subscribed to and properly activated and that necessary mobile phone, "Canceling the alarm" ( page 76). To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, switch off the tow-away alarm before towing the vehicle, or when parking - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 78
Voice Control* telephone Voice Control* navigation Voice Control* address book Voice Control* radio Voice Control* CD/DVD changer/MP3 Voice Control* command list Voice Control* troubleshooting Voice Control* individualization 77 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 79
service work on electronic components carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz 30 mph (approximately 50 km/ h), your car covers a distance of 44 feet (approximately your route more easily and guide you conveniently and safely to yourdestination read navigational maps, instructions, or downloaded - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 80
button in the center console ( page 80). COMAND calls up the menu last selected. COMAND components In your vehicle, COMAND can be used to operate: audio functions the navigation system the telephone* and communication functions (SMS*) various vehicle settings COMAND consists of the following: COMAND - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 81
115 148 79 89 89 i During Dynamic Rear View Monitor* operation ( page 413) it is not possible to operate the COMAND shortcut buttons. Use the COMAND shortcut buttons to select main menus directly. 1 Status line 2 Main menus 3 Main area 4 Submenus 5 Climate control settings A white bar under the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 82
i The layout of the menus may vary depending on your vehicle's equipment. This manual shows the menus for a fully equipped vehicle. Instrument cluster multifunction display This section describes features and controls via the COMAND controller, display and shortcut buttons only. Please refer to - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 83
Control systems COMAND introduction Telephone keypad* With the help of the telephone keypad, you can use your mobile phone if it is inserted in the cradle ( page 460). COMAND controller Use the COMAND controller to select menu functions shown on the COMAND display. You can operate the COMAND - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 84
Control systems COMAND introduction Symbol How to use the COMAND controller Press briefly. Press and hold until the selected action has been carried out. Function Select menu item. Exit full-screen image with - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 85
Page Vehicle 115 Exterior Lighting Delayed Switch-off 202 Locator Lighting 116 Exterior Mirror Convenience Settings Automatic Locking Easy Entry/Exit Feature Interior Lighting Delayed Switch-off Interior Ambient Light Rear Window Sunshade* Trunk Opening-height Restriction Tow-away Alarm Page 220 221 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 86
Control systems COMAND introduction Calling up the main menu Vertical menus Horizontal menus Illustration: audio main menu You can call up the main menu of a main menu in the following manner: Moving to the main menu line: Slide qm. Selecting a main menu: Slide omp or rotate ymz. Confirming - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 87
entry as soon as it can be clearly identified. In this case, you do not need to switch to the list. 1 Symbol for other selection options (e.g. county) Selecting a line: Slide rmq or rotate ymz. 86 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 88
options are available for list entries featuring symbol 1. For example, cities marked with symbol 1 indicate that the selected country has more than one city featuring menu of the currently active operating mode. Example of how to use COMAND In the descriptions below, the main menus always serve as - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 89
Control systems COMAND introduction Selecting "Audio" in the main menu: Slide qm. Confirming selection: Press n. A selection list with the functions of the "Audio" main menu appears. Select "Save Station" from selection list by rotating ymz or sliding rmq. Select desired position. Selecting "Radio - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 90
navigation messages: Press and hold F during an announcement until the announcement is switched off. You will see the message "The driving instructions have been muted." for a short while. 1 Thumbwheel Adjusting: Turn , thumbwheel. The volume of the currently selected audio source changes. Adjusting - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 91
Control systems COMAND introduction Volume of navigation announcements You can adjust the volume of the navigation announcements independently from the volume of the respective audio source. During a navigation announcement: turn thumbwheel , or press æ or ç on the multifunction steering wheel. - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 92
side or the passenger's side. Fader is used to determine whether the sound focus should be shifted toward the front or rear of the vehicle Select "Sound" sound as intended by the sound engineers during the original recording. harman/kardon LOGIC7® converts all two-channel stereo sound material into - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 93
Control systems COMAND introduction i By selecting "LOGIC7® OFF", all compatible formats as they are present on the medium are played back. Due to the vehicle's spatial characteristics, an optimal sound experience is not ensured on all seats. Selecting a setting: Slide rmq or rotate ymz. Saving - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 94
Control systems COMAND FM/AM radio COMAND FM/AM radio Submenu overview i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 79). Radio (except Weather Band) Station List (in FM waveband only) Save Station Frequency Entry Show Station Info (in FM waveband only) Presets (except - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 95
: radio mode in FM waveband Selecting stations/channels You have the following selection options: The station list The search function The station presets The manual frequency entry The channel list Selecting stations using the station list i The number of times you have to press the M shortcut - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 96
"Radio" "FM/AM Selecting stations using station presets Selecting stations by entering the frequency manually "Station List". i This function is the main area is selected. The preset menu appears. The dot R in front of a preset position indicates that the currently selected station is saved there. - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 97
range, COMAND tunes in to the next lowest frequency. You have the following options: Saving stations manually Saving stations using Autostore Selecting channels using the channel list Saving stations manually Option 1 Select "Audio" "Audio" Radio" "FM" or "AM". Select "Radio " "FM/AM Selecting - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 98
order of their reception quality. All stations saved manually in the preset memory will be lost if COMAND finds 20 stations. If COMAND finds less than 20 stations, for example 9, then the stations saved in preset positions 1 - 9 will be over written. Option 1 Press n when the main area is selected - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 99
radio service provider is required for the satellite radio operation described in this chapter. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center among others music, sports, news, and entertainment free of commercials. Sirius Satellite Radio uses a fleet of i Satellite radio service may be unavailable or - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 100
which then appears depends on the activation status of the satellite radio service. The following options are possible: Satellite radio service is not activated Only the preview channel is activated Satellite radio service is fully activated This information is required when calling the Sirius - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 101
service using the channel search function or the channel list. i The channels are categorized. Categories al- Tuning in channels low you to tune to stations broadcasting a certain type of program. You have the following selection options: The channel search function The channel presets The manual - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 102
message: Press n. Tuning in channels using manual channel number entry i This function is not possible when only the preview channel is activated. If you try to tune in a channel in this instance, you will see the screen described in the section "Satellite radio service is not activated" ( page 99 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 103
n. Tuning in channels using the channel list Select "Audio" "Audio" "Sat Radio" "Sat Radio" "Channel List". The channel list appears. The dot R in front of a list entry indicates the currently selected channel. Select channel by rotating ymz or sliding qmr and press n. Option 2 Press n when the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 104
up the channel preset screen using option 1: Press n briefly. In options 2 and 3: Press and hold Service Center i It may be necessary to call the Sirius Service Center if, for example: You want to cancel the subscription or re-subscribe at a later date You forget to pay the bill You sell the car - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 105
of accident by being distracted from road and traffic conditions if you load a CD/DVD while the vehicle is in motion. COMAND is classified as a Class 1 laser product. You must not open the casing. There is a risk of exposure to invisible laser radiation if you open the casing, or if the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 106
prior consent of the copyright holder, not even for private use. Make sure that you know the applicable copyright regulations and that you comply with these. i COMAND does not support ID3 tags. Permissible MP3 formats COMAND supports the MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 format. i This format is generally known - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 107
may not be able to be played by COMAND. There may be playback problems when playing copied discs. There is a large variety of discs, disc-writing play discs that you have written/copied yourself. There may be playback problems if you use CD-R or CD-RW type discs you have copied yourself with a - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 108
hold discs by the edge. Handle discs carefully to prevent playback problems. Avoid getting scratches, fingerprints and dust on discs. Clean discs the center outwards. Only use a pen designed for such a purpose to label discs. Place discs back in their boxes after use. Protect discs from heat and - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 109
with the contact must point towards the slot. If the PCMCIA card contains a storage medium with MP3 tracks, COMAND switches to MP3 mode. i COMAND supports commercially available PCMCIA cards or PCMCIA card adapters with storage media that may not be designed for the temperatures which occur in the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 110
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Ejecting CDs and DVDs i If you eject one disc while playing another Ejecting a PCMCIA card Warning! G disc, the DVD changer interrupts playback. Playback continues once the disc has been ejected. Only eject a disc when the vehicle is stationary. - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 111
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Submenu overview i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 79). CD or DVD-A or MP3 Pause/Stop/Play Tracks/Track (audio DVD mode only) List/Tracks A-Z Show track list (audio CD mode and audio DVD mode) Display - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 112
PCMCIA card ( page 108). or Select "Audio" "Audio", then "CD" or "DVD-Audio" or "MP3". or Press the M shortcut button once or twice. 1 Current playback option 2 Track number 3 Disc number 4 Disc name (only if saved on the disc) 5 Track name (only if saved on the disc) 6 Track time 7 Graphic time and - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 113
is selected. The media list appears. The dot R indicates the current medium. Select a medium or folder. COMAND changes the medium. 1 Current playback option 2 Medium type 3 Disc number (not on PCMCIA card) 4 Track name 5 Current folder path 6 Current folder 7 Track time 8 Graphic time and track - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 114
has been playing for less than 8 seconds, it skips to the start of the previous track. If you have switched on the "Random Tracks" playback option, the order of the tracks is random. Selecting from the track list Select "Audio" "Audio". i In MP3 mode, the list shows all the tracks in - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 115
appears. A dot R indicates the format currently selected. Changing setting: Slide qmr or rotate ymz. Exiting menu: Slide omp. Playback options The following options are available: "Normal Track Sequence" Tracks playback in the order on the disc (e.g. track 1, 2, 3, etc.). "Random Tracks" Tracks - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 116
to use the cellular phone while driving, please use the handsfree feature and be sure to pay attention to the traffic situation at all times. Use the being connected to an external antenna) from inside the vehicle while the engine is running. Doing so could lead to a malfunction of the vehicle's - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 117
telephone keypad. Operation using the mobile phone and Bluetooth headset is described in the respective separate Operating Instructions. Caller ID 911" emergency call. If you attempt to make an outgoing call, the "No Service" message will appear for a short while. If the mobile phone is not inserted - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 118
once. Pressing this button again within 1.5 seconds enters the + character. "911" emergency call Warning! G The "911" emergency call system is a public service. Using it without due cause is a criminal offense. i This function places a call to the local 911 provider. It does not initiate a Tele - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 119
the emergency call After the digits have been entered, you will see the question "Do you want to dial the 911 emergency number?". Use COMAND controller to select "Yes". The telephone makes the connection. Wait until the emergency call center answers and describe the emergency situation. Select - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 120
Many mobile phones can be protected from unauthorized use with an unlock code (see mobile phone operating instructions). If you wish to use the phone functions when the unlock code is active and/or PUK2 are provided by your telephone service provider. Enter PUK/PUK2 digits into mobile phone. 119 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 121
Control systems COMAND telephone* Telephone submenu overview i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 79). Name Call lists (only when the mobile (not during a call) phone is inserted in the cradle) Display COMAND phone Display call list selection: book Calls - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 122
a telephone number using the telephone keypad ( page 125) Entering the telephone number using the COMAND controller phone is logged in with another provider's network Network status "No Service" = No network available 5 To show COMAND phone book ("Name") guide you through the next steps. 121 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 123
Dialed". The corresponding list appears. Illustration: list of incoming calls 1 To close list 2 To switch list display ("123" or "ABC") 3 To call up options 4 Name or telephone number of a caller 5 Unknown caller 6 Telephone number of a caller i In the list of dialed calls, you will see the name - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 124
" section ( page 133). Adding to an existing entry in the COMAND address book Slide omp or rotate ymz and select list entry ( page 122). Select "Options" "Save" "Add". i List entries that show a telephone number are neither saved in the COMAND address book, nor in the phone book on the mobile phone - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 125
or on the multifunction steering wheel. or Press 0 on the multifunction steering wheel. Use the mobile phone (see mobile phone operating instructions). or Use the Bluetooth headset (see headset operating instructions). i There is a detailed description of searching for an COMAND address book entry - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 126
accepted the call using the Bluetooth headset, the Use COMAND controller to select "S". i If you place an outgoing call and receive a busy signal, the telephone automatically starts to redial as long as the provider and the mobile phone support this function (see mobile phone operating instructions - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 127
in the speed-dial preset locations on the mobile phone and call up the speed-dial presets (see mobile phone operating instructions). Calling up speed-dial presets using the COMAND controller Switching screen to telephone mode: Call up main telephone menu ( page 121). Entering number of a speed-dial - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 128
> symbol disappears. Sending a character string via DTMF i This function is not possible with every mobile phone. If the mobile phone supports the function, you can use it during the call connection and also during a call. Switching the hands-free microphone on or off Switching screen to telephone - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 129
is immediately sent. i The use of a Bluetooth headset requires Bluetooth to be activated and the Bluetooth headset to be authorized ( page 217). The call transfer is controlled by pressing the PTT button on the Bluetooth headset (see headset operating instructions). Normally, it is sufficient to - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 130
Control systems COMAND telephone* From the Bluetooth headset to the hands-free system On most Bluetooth headsets, you press the PTT button on the headset twice quickly to transfer the call (see headset operating instructions). From the hands-free system to the mobile phone If the mobile phone has a - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 131
Control systems COMAND telephone* Entries with category symbol 1 come from the mobile phone. The following category symbols are possible: = symbol for "Mobile" category = symbol for "Home" category = symbol for "Work" category = symbol for "Fax" category Illustration: a phone book with name display - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 132
( page 80). Selecting an entry in the COMAND phone book Selecting entries using the smart speller Switch from the list to the smart speller if necessary. (subentries) under the main entry, subentry list is closed 4 To call up options 5 Symbol / for open subentry list 6 List of phone book entries 7 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 133
entry at the top of the list is automatically highlighted. Selecting using the list If necessary, switch from the smart speller to the list entries featuring subentries, the detailed view is only available for the subentries and not for the main entry. Select entry ( page 131). Select "Options" " - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 134
language. Moving cursor in the data field: Select Y or Z. i This function is used to create a new entry in the address book and to enter the data (first name, last name and telephone number) manually. Select "Options" "New Entry" in the COMAND phone book list. Selecting a number category: Select - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 135
from the COMAND phone book and from the address book. Deleting: Select entry ( page 131). Select "Options" "Delete". Saving a phone book entry from the mobile phone in the address book i This function is used to save an existing phone book entry from the mobile phone in the address book. The - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 136
search menu for address book entries appears. Search for desired entry using smart speller function. i There is a detailed description of how to Yes", a selection list will appear containing the four existing numbers. Select "Options" 1 Data field 2 Input mark (cursor) 3 Input characters "Save" - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 137
not, depending on your selection. i This function is used to add a telephone number to an existing address book entry. The telephone number can be entered manually. Select address book entry ( page 131). i All entries with the Select "Options" symbol or without a symbol are address book entries - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 138
Message Service) SMS functions The following functions are available: Receive Read The following conditions must be fulfilled in order to use the functions Date and time the highlighted SMS message was received 2 To call up options 3 Highlighted SMS message 4 Symbol for unread SMS message 5 Back to - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 139
Rotate ymz or slide qmr and then press n. Showing abbreviated sender display in full Select SMS message "Details". "Options" Calling an SMS sender Select SMS message "Call". "Options" The telephone connects the call. Saving SMS sender as new COMAND address book entry Selecting an SMS message: in - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 140
. Reading an SMS message In the SMS inbox, select an SMS message and press n. The SMS message appears. Calling an SMS sender Press n "Call". Using data in a text message Saving SMS sender as new address book entry i If the SMS message contains telephone numbers or navigable address data, you can - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 141
the vehicle is in motion, a passenger should enter the destination. Study manual and select route before driving. Bear in mind that at a speed of your attention from the road and driving. Please always use this feature instead of consulting the map display for directions. Mercedes-Benz Center. 140 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 142
Handle discs carefully to prevent read problems. Avoid getting scratches, fingerprints and dust on discs. Use a commercially-available cleaning cloth to ( page 142) i If you carry out the update with the engine switched off and the vehicle battery has insufficient power, COMAND may automatically - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 143
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Loading a DVD into the DVD changer Press one of the magazine tray buttons 2. If a disc is loaded, it will be ejected. Take disc out of slot 1. Wait until LED for magazine button 2 which you pressed flashes quickly. Slide DVD into slot 1 with printed - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 144
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Map data is already installed You will see a message that the map data is already installed and a prompt will appear asking you whether you want to continue with the update. Select "Yes" or "No". If you select "No", COMAND automatically ejects the DVD - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 145
software update by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center After a system software update by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, the installed map as described in the "Updating the map software" section ( page 141). Use map software which is compatible with the system software. The update may not - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 146
it, the navigation system will continue to be non-operational. Initial use or use following a system software update In both these cases, the navigation system than 2 hours. It will be necessary to resume the canceled route guidance manually ( page 192). i The journey is interrupted if you park the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 147
. The message "Navigation Unavailable. Please refer to the operating instructions." appears. Deleting message: Switch COMAND off and back on. The message will then appear again. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Units of measurement The units of measurement in navigation mode are - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 148
systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Navigation system menu overview i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 79). Guide Route Position (only with route guidanc e active) Call up route info Call up route browser Call up the detour function 6 Destination (only - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 149
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Calling up the map display and switching to navigation mode Press the N shortcut button once or twice. i The number of times you have to press the or In the main menu line, select "Navi". Both of these will call up the map display. You will see the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 150
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Showing: Press n in the full-screen map display. Adjusting the map scale Saving current vehicle position as destination in last destinations list Showing menu system, if necessary: Press n. Saving: Select "Position" sition". "Save Po- i It is only - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 151
i You can make the following settings regardless of whether route guidance is active or inactive. Map orientation i If you have moved the map, you can use this function to rapidly return the map to the position of the vehicle or destination. It is only possible to center the map on the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 152
addition, POI symbols may be covered by the map's labels. The following settings are possible: "Standard symbols" (symbol determined by the factory settings) Illustration: map with geo-coordinate display switched on 1 Current height above sea level 2 Number of GPS satellites from which signals for - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 153
shown. Height display 1 is an approximation because the navigation system uses the GPS signals for the calculation. The map display list appears. message. Display options with geo-coordinate display switched on If the crosshair is displayed on the map view (map was moved manually), only display - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 154
. i If Russian or Chinese is set as the system language, the address must be entered using Latin letters. Setting the system language ( page 216). The following destination entry options are available: Entering a destination by address Entering a destination from the destination memory Entering - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 155
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Menu items in the address input menu Some menu items will not or not yet be available, depending on the sequence in which you enter the address and the data version. Example: If you have not made any entries, menu items "House No.", " - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 156
. Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection. During character entry, you can also manually switch to the list of states without input characters at any time. Switching manually to list of states without input characters: Slide qm. or Select ? in the second line from the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 157
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Entering a province (Canada) In the address input menu, select "State/Prov" "Provinces (Canada)". A list of provinces appears. Select desired province. The address input menu appears again. It shows the abbreviation for the selected - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 158
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Entering the zip code List of zip codes with input characters i It is not possible to enter a zip code if you have already entered other address data aside from the state (USA) or province (CDN). You can only enter those zip codes - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 159
character entry, you can also manually switch to the list of zip codes without input characters at any time. Switching manually to list of zip codes not available cannot be selected. "Map": using the map to enter a destination ( page 174) i In this case, using the map for destination entry is based - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 160
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) "Street": entering a street ( page 161) "Center": entering a center ( page 164) "POI": entering a point of interest ( page 177) Entering a town or city List of towns or cities with input characters When this list appears, the input - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 161
selection. During character entry, you can also manually switch to the list of towns/cities without input characters at any time. Switching manually to the list of towns/cities without input characters 3. 1 Symbol for more selection options Selecting a town or city: Slide qmr or rotate ymz. 160 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 162
take you to a further sub-selection. If there are no other selection options, the address input menu appears again. It shows one of the following items map. The menu items which are not available cannot be selected. "Map": using the map to enter a destination ( page 174) "Save": saving a destination - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 163
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) In the address input menu, select "Street". The list of streets appears either with or without the input characters ( page 163). Whether or not the input characters appear depends on how many streets are available for the selected - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 164
manually to the street list without input characters: Slide qm. or Select ? in the second line from the bottom and press n. 1 Symbol for more selection options available cannot be selected. "Map": using the map to enter a destination ( page 174) i In this case, using the map for destination entry is - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 165
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) "House No.": entering the house number ( page 166) "Intersection": entering the intersection ( page 169) Entering a center List of centers with input characters When this list appears, the input characters 7 are automatically - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 166
. Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection. During character entry, you can also manually switch to the list of centers without input characters at any time. Switching manually to the list of centers without input characters: Slide qm. or Select ? in the second line from - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 167
items are now available may depend on the data version of the digital map. The menu items which are not available cannot be selected. "Map": using the map to enter a destination ( page 174) Entering a house number i The house number can only be entered after the street has been entered. You can - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 168
characters ( page 169). Whether or not the input characters appear depends on how many house numbers are available in the selected street. i In this case, using the map for destination entry is based on the town or city seen in the address input menu. "POI": entering a point of interest ( page 177 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 169
. Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection. During number entry, you can also manually switch to the list of house numbers without input characters at any time. Switching manually to the list of house numbers without input characters: Slide qm. or Select ? in the second line - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 170
characters ( page 171). Whether or not the input characters appear depends on how many intersections are available for the selected street. i In this case, using the map for destination entry is based on the town or city seen in the address input menu. Selecting house numbers: Slide qmr or rotate - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 171
Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection. During character entry, you can also manually switch to the list of intersections without input characters at any time. Switching manually to the list of intersections without input characters: Slide qm. or Select ? in the second line - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 172
the current route guidance. i The town/city input menu appears if the intersection entered cannot be clearly attributed to a town or city. i In this case, using the map for destination entry is based on the town or city seen in the address input menu. Canceling selection: Select "Back" and press - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 173
). i Route calculation requires a certain amount of time. The time depends on the distance from the destination, for example. COMAND calculates the route using the digital map data. The calculated route may differ from the actual road situation, e.g. due to road construction or incomplete map data - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 174
. You see the destination memory list without input characters. Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection. You can also manually switch to the destination memory list without input characters at any time. Deleting individual characters: Select ) in the bottom line and press - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 175
destination is at the top of the list. Select desired destination. Starting route calculation: Select "Start", see also ( page 171). i Depending on the factory settings of the vehicle, it may not be possible to enter a destination while the vehicle exceeds a preset speed. As soon as the vehicles - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 176
be predefined destinations from the following predefined categories: "Mercedes-Benz Center" "Hospital" "Gas station" "Parking lot" "Restaurant" However, you can also enter destinations other than the predefined ones. i You can use the stopover function to influence the route guidance calculation - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 177
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) If COMAND finds destinations, you will see a list of the destinations and details of how far away they are in the right-hand side of the display. The information about how far away the destinations are can take a few seconds to be - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 178
in the "Entering a town or city" section ( page 159). After entering the town or city, continue with designating the POI category ( page 178). Option 2 Enter an address in the address input menu ( page 153). Select "POI". Continue with designating the POI category ( page 178). Entering a POI in - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 179
and POIs sorted by distance within a radius of about 12 mi around the vehicle position are available. You can extend the search radius using the list options ( page 183). POI within a given town: If you have only entered the state (USA) or province (CDN) and the town or city, alphabetically - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 180
the input characters. Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection. You can also manually switch to the main category list without input characters at any time. Switching manually to the main category list without input characters: Slide qm. or Select ? in the second line from - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 181
Control systems COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) Main category list without input characters Confirming selection: Press n. Main categories with symbol 2 contain either POIs or subcategories. Further operation depends on whether the selected main category contains subcategories or - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 182
Control systems COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) Confirming selection: Press n. After selecting a subcategory, a list of POIs appears. It contains the POIs available within the search radius of the subcategory. POI list Depending on the situation, COMAND first shows the following - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 183
Control systems COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) Entering name of POI Select "Options" "Spell". While the characters are being selected as described below, the top list entry 1 always shows the POI that best corresponds to the input data - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 184
make another selection. You can also manually switch to the POI list without input characters at any time. Switching manually to the POI list without input Start", see also ( page 171). POI list without input characters List options Options in category and POI lists If you enter a POI in the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 185
selected entry: Select "Options" "Details". The detailed page 171). A prompt appears asking whether the POI should be used as the destination. Select "Yes" or "No". If you select POIs in the vicinity of the vehicle's current position. Select "Guide" in the map view with the menu system displayed ( - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 186
. For example, if the traffic routing has been changed or the direction of a one-way road has been reversed. COMAND guides you to the destination using navigation commands in the form of audible navigation announcements and route guidance displays. i The route guidance displays can only be seen - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 187
Control systems COMAND navigation system (route guidance) Preparation phase COMAND prepares you for the upcoming driving maneuver. Based on the example display below, the driving maneuver is announced with the "Prepare to turn left" message. The display is not split and shows the map over the full - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 188
Control systems COMAND navigation system (route guidance) Maneuver phase COMAND announces the next driving maneuver. Based on the example display below, the driving maneuver is announced 150 feet in advance with the "Now turn left" message. The display is also split into two halves, as for the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 189
a partially digitized area COMAND guides you through fully digitized areas for way street or that a street cannot be driven on. When using route guidance in a partially digitized area, you must therefore be If you try to call up an announcement manually, ( page 191) you will hear the announcement - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 190
suggested route because, for example, the road is closed or not open for car traffic. If, during route guidance, COMAND leads you back into a fully digitalized off-road destinations, which you can enter using the map, for example. In these cases, COMAND guides you for as long as possible with - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 191
no road available on map at current position of the car, vehicle is off road. COMAND is also able to guide you to a destination from such a location. At then the vehicle is in an off-map location. COMAND is also able to guide you to a destination from such a location. At the start of the route - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 192
the road and driving. Please always use this feature instead of consulting the map display announcement ( page 89). or Call up an announcement manually using "Navi" 6 and adjust the volume ( page switched off. You will see the message "The driving instructions have been muted." for a short while. i - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 193
route section. Marked route section 1 is always highlighted in white and outlined in red. i The route browser shows an overview of the route. You can use the route browser to move along the route section by section and view information about and details of each section of the route. Select "Route - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 194
guidance) Displaying route information Select "Route" "Route Info" in map view with the menu system displayed ( page 148). The route information appears. i COMAND uses the time set in COMAND as the basis for calculating the estimated arrival time. The clock must be set correctly in COMAND ( page - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 195
Control systems COMAND navigation system (during route guidance) Detour function Starting route calculation: Select "Start", see also ( page 171). Deleting blockage: Select "Navi" "Route" "Detour" "Delete". Select "Back". i The detour function blocks a section of the route ahead of you. You can set - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 196
Select "Destination" "Save Destination" during route guidance. You can now select save options. or Select "Save as 'My Address'." Select "Save Without Name". COMAND saves the destination in the destination memory and uses the address as the destination name. 1 Selected data field with input mark - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 197
Control systems COMAND navigation system (destination memory) Entering data: Proceed as described in the "Changing the data field" operating step in the "Creating a new address book entry" section ( page 203). Assigning a destination to an address book entry Select desired address book entry. - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 198
Control systems COMAND navigation system (destination memory) i If the navigable address data of the destination to be deleted has also been assigned to an address book entry, COMAND deletes the data there as well. If the corresponding address book entry does not contain any further data, such as - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 199
list entry "My Address" is highlighted. Press n. Further operation depends on whether you want to enter the address manually or use an address book entry as your own address. Entering an address manually If you want to assign your own address for the first time: Select "Save new entry". or If you - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 200
Control systems COMAND navigation system (destination memory) Using the address book entry as your own address If you want to assign your own address for the first time: Select "Assign Address Book Entry". - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 201
qm repeatedly until the input characters disappear. The list entry "My Address" is automatically highlighted as long as you have not entered any characters using the input characters. If you have entered characters from the list of input characters: Rotate ymz or slide qm repeatedly until the list - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 202
the current vehicle position as a destination in the list of last destinations. Saving the crosshair position in the list of last destinations i If you have manually moved the map, you will see a crosshair on the map ( Seite 149). You can save the crosshair position as a destination in the list of - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 203
Control systems COMAND address book General notes The address book contains the entries that are saved in the COMAND address book memory. The entries are permanently available even if the phone is not inserted in the cradle*. When you insert the mobile phone into the cradle*, COMAND reads-in the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 204
Control systems COMAND address book Creating a new address book entry Changing data field: Slide rmq repeatedly until desired entry is highlighted. or Select [ or ] repeatedly until desired entry is highlighted. Entering data into a field: Select desired characters one by one from the input - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 205
menu appears with the smart speller. i You cannot delete phone book entries from the mobile phone. Search for desired entry ( page 204). Select "Options" "Delete". A deletion prompt appears. Select "Yes" or "No". The entry will either be deleted or not, depending on your selection. 1 Symbol for - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 206
Control systems COMAND address book Entries with category symbol 3 come from the mobile phone. The following category symbols are possible: = symbol for "Mobile" category = symbol for "Home" category = symbol for "Work" category = symbol for "Fax" category = symbol for "Pager" category = symbol for - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 207
Adding a telephone number data field ( page 208) Calling a number saved in an entry ( page 209) Starting route guidance to an entry ( page 209) Options for voice entries ( page 210) Displaying a complete address book entry Searching for the desired entry Search for an address book entry ( page 204 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 208
Control systems COMAND address book Selecting a different data field Rotate ymz or slide qmr. Displaying abbreviated content in full Select "Options" "Details". Select a phone book entry from the mobile phone using the COMAND address book menu ( page 202). Press n. The detailed view appears. i The - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 209
to a telephone number data field Display the details of an entry and highlight the telephone number data field ( page 206). Select "Options" "Add Number". Select a number category, e.g. "Home". Select a telephone category, e.g. "Land Line". Select "Save". COMAND adds the data field to the entry - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 210
Search for an address book entry ( page 204). Display the details of an entry and highlight the address data field ( page 206). Select "Options" "Navigate". i For the route calculation, the navigation system requires the correct spellings of the state (province), the town/city or zip code, the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 211
book entry. Search for the address book entry with or without a voice entry ( page 204). Select "Options" "Voice Name" "Add" or "Change". Subsequent operation is controlled by voice. Voice Control* guides you through the dialogs. If all data is available and matches the digital map data, the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 212
deletes the voice entry depending on your selection. Listening to a voice entry Search for the address book entry with a voice entry ( page 204). Select "Options" "Read Aloud". "Voice Name" i The mobile phone must be inserted in the cradle* and the COMAND have read out the mobile phone book data - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 213
a phone book entry in the mobile phone ( page 206). Select "Options" "Save" "Add". If you select "Yes", a selection list will Bluetooth. The external device is inside the vehicle, switched on and authorized ( page 217). Importing: Start data transfer on the external device (see operating instructions - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 214
215) Voice Control* settings Language ( page 216) Language settings Favorite ( page 216) Assign favorite button Services ( page 217) Bluetooth settings Reset ( page 213) Reset COMAND to factory settings Display settings Switching the display on or off Switching off: Select "Vehicle" "Display OFF - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 215
or switch automatic Daylight Saving Time to standard time changeover (and vice versa) on or off. Switching manually: Select "Daylight Savings Time (Summer)" or "Standard time (Winter)". The dot R in front of a list entry indicates the current setting. Switching automatic changeover on or off: Select - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 216
list appears. The dots R in front of the list entries indicate the help window is switched on. Individualization Using individualization, you can fine-tune digits in the first part and specific commands in the second part. guide you through the individualization by means of acoustic instructions - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 217
assign the following predefined functions to the favorite button P: "Rear Window Sunshade" You can use the favorite button to extend or retract the rear window sunshade. This is the default list of predefined functions appears. The dot R in front of the list entry indicates the current setting. 216 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 218
the standard for short-range wireless data transmission of up to approximately 10 meters. Bluetooth can be used to exchange vCards or make calls using a headset. Activate or deactivate Bluetooth Select "Vehicle" "System Settings" "Services" "Deactivate Bluetooth". You have activated or deactivated - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 219
Bluetooth device Call up Bluetooth device list ( page 217). Select unauthorized device. Select "Authorize". Displaying details of a Bluetooth device Call up Bluetooth the operating instructions for the device. 1 Authorized and detected device - device and padlock symbol are the same color 2 Device - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 220
into COMAND: Select ?. If necessary, enter the same passkey into the Bluetooth device (see the operating instructions for the device). The device is authorized. De-authorizing a Bluetooth device Call up Bluetooth device list ( page 217). Select authorized device. Select "De-authorize". A prompt - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 221
Mirror Convenience Settings Automatic Locking Easy Entry/Exit Feature Interior Ambient Light Interior Lighting Delayed Switch-off Rear The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 79). Use this function to set whether and how long you would like the exterior lighting to - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 222
of COMAND can be found on ( page 79). With the locator lighting feature activated and the exterior lamp switch in position *( page 346), the following switch to position * before turning off the engine. Parking lamps Tail lamps License plate lamps Front fog lamps Door entry lamps in the mirror - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 223
sure the function "Locator Lighting" is set. Turn the exterior lamp switch to position * when exiting the vehicle. Exterior mirror on front passenger's side automatically tilts downward when the vehicle is reversing Select "Vehicle". The main area is active. Selecting "Exterior Mirror Convenience - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 224
79). Selecting a function: Slide qmr or rotate ymz. A checkmark appears in the corresponding box when the option has been selected. Confirming selection: Press n. Slide omp to exit. Use this function to activate or deactivate the automatic central locking ( page 313). With the automatic central - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 225
could open the driver's door and unintentionally activate the easy-entry/exit feature, which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. Use this function to activate and deactivate the easy-entry/exit feature ( page 328). The following settings are available for the easy-entry/exit - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 226
Control systems COMAND vehicle menu Selecting a setting: Slide qmr or rotate ymz. Confirming selection: Press n. Setting interior ambient lighting i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 79). You can adjust the brightness of the interior lighting on a scale of "0" - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 227
components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 79). Use this function to set whether and how long you would like the interior lighting delayed switch-off feature is deactivated "15 sec.", "30 sec.", "45 sec.", or "60 sec.", the delayed switch-off feature is activated Select - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 228
rear window sunshade Trunk opening-height restriction on/off i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 79). This function is used to extend or retract the rear sunshade. i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 79). You can select - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 229
). i You can program the tow-away alarm function ( page 216) using the favorite button in the center console. When you press the favorite button off. Confirming selection: Press n. To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature ( page 76), switch off the tow-away alarm before towing the vehicle - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 230
distance between unprotected parts of the body and the air vents. If necessary, use the air distribution adjustment ( page 230) to direct the air to air vents the automatic climate control via COMAND or via the buttons on the front and rear* automatic climate control panel ( page 424). The following - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 231
You can adjust the air distribution separately for the driver's and front passenger's side. tomatic function of the climate control system is Adjusting air volume Select climate control settings distribution, left or right. Air Use buttons Q ( page 426) in the center console or COMAND climate control - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 232
cooling on or off The cooling function, only operational when the engine is running, cools the vehicle interior down to the selected temperature and not an indication of a malfunction. The "ACOFF" function is used to permanently switch off the cooling function of the automatic climate control system - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 233
setting for the front passenger's side using COMAND operate a button from the automatic climate control for the front passenger's side turned itself off. Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Exiting menu: Press back button L in the center console ( - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 234
Control systems COMAND automatic climate control Selecting "Footwell Temperature": Slide qmr or rotate ymz and then press n. Adjusting air flow from air vents i In automatic mode, this setting optimizes the air flow when outside temperatures are high. The "Airflow" setting defines air distribution - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 235
for the rear climate control, you can: switch back to operating the front climate control system switch off the rear climate control switch the automatic function of the rear climate control from automatic to manual Select climate control settings tral climate control menu. Climate control settings - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 236
menu. Cen- The current setting is indicated by a dot R. Selecting "Front Climate Control": Slide qmr or rotate ymz. The current setting is indicated by control settings shows the climate control settings for the driver and front passenger. The rear climate control is switched off. Confirming - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 237
and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 79). The following seat adjustments can be made via COMAND: Settings Lumbar support Multicontour seat*, front Drive-dynamic multicontour seat* Page 237 237 240 1 Seat menu button Press O. The main area is active. Switching to the bottom menu - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 238
cushion and backrest) of the front multicontour seats is increased. PRE-SAFE® Adjusting sides of seat cushion This function is used to adjust the air chambers in seat 4 Current setting To support the spine, you can individually adjust the backrest contour of the front seats by regulating the air - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 239
the air chambers in the lumbar area of the backrest. Select seat ( page 236). Selecting "Lumbar": Slide omp or rotate ymz. Adjusting thigh support This function is used to adjust the air chambers for the thighs. Select seat ( page 236). Selecting "Thighs": Slide qmr or rotate ymz. This function is - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 240
the point of greatest curvature upward or downward horizontal: adjust the degree of curvature Adjusting backrest curvature in shoulder area This function is used to adjust the air chambers in the shoulder area of the backrest. Select seat ( page 236). Selecting "Shoulders": Slide omp or rotate ymz - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 241
seats Drive-dynamic multicontour seats, front* For information on manual multicontour seat settings, see "Multicontour seats*, front" ( page 237). Confirming selection ® The Drive-dynamic multicontour seat automatically adjusts the lateral support provided by the backrest to your driving style. The - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 242
system enables you to: call up information about your vehicle change vehicle settings For example, you can use the control system to find out when your vehicle is next due for service, to call up statistical data on your vehicle, and much more. Warning! Multifunction display G A driver's attention - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 243
display and the settings in the control system are controlled using the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel. 1 Multifunction display in a circular pattern: Press & or ( repeatedly to switch menus. The number of menus available in the system depends on which optional equipment is installed - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 244
Control systems Instrument cluster control system Menus Trip ( page 245) Standard display Commands/submenus Navi ( page 246) Audio ( page 248) Telephone* ( page 249) Answer a call Show route guidance instruc- Select radio station tions, current direction traveled Fuel consumption statistics - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 245
on or off Switch radar sensors* on or off Switch on the Dynamic Rear View Moni- Call up maintenance service display tor* automatically Check engine oil level* i The headings used in the menus table are designed to facilitate navigation within the system and are not necessarily identical to those - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 246
since start 4 Average fuel consumption since start i All values that are based on the last start are reset when you turn off the vehicle's engine for more than four hours ( page 365). 1 Distance driven since last reset 2 Time elapsed since last reset 3 Average fuel consumption since last reset - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 247
Control systems Instrument cluster control system Resetting fuel consumption statistics Press ( or & to select the "Trip" menu. Press % or $ to select the function you wish to reset. Press #. Distance to empty Press ( or & to select the "Trip" menu. Press % or $ to select "Range". In the display you - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 248
Control systems Instrument cluster control system Route guidance active The image on the multifunction display depends on whether you are being notified of a driving maneuver. No notification of driving maneuver Notification of driving maneuver without lane recommendation Navigation status displays - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 249
to select a station. 1 Station frequency 2 Waveband Press æ or ç to adjust the volume. i You can only change the frequency band and save new stations using COMAND ( page 93). Select satellite radio* channel (USA only) The satellite radio is treated as a radio application. Turn on COMAND and select - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 250
use the cellular phone while driving, please use the handsfree feature and be sure to pay attention to the traffic situation at all times. Use to Sirius satellite radio service provider is required for the satellite radio operation. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details and - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 251
no network available, the multifunction display reads "No Service". If the telephone is on, as soon as ) from inside the vehicle while the engine is running. Doing so could lead to resulting in an accident and/or personal injury. You can use the functions in the "Telephone" menu to operate your - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 252
cluster control system i When you insert a Mercedes-Benz approved mobile phone into the cradle*, the control for more than 4 seconds, the control system shows the first four entries of the letter next used. Release the button to stop the quick search. The search stops automatically at the end of the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 253
can change the settings of your driving systems. Displaying distance graphic* Please refer to the "Driving systems" section of this manual ( page 385) for instructions on how to activate DISTRONIC Plus*. Press s. Press ( or & to select the "Assistance" menu. Press % or $ to select the "Distance - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 254
Service" menu is used for calling up messages checking tire inflation pressure electronically with the Advanced TPMS* (standard on U.S. vehicles) activating Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) calling up the maintenance service indicator display check engine do not replace the owner's and/or driver's - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 255
up the maintenance service indicator display For information about maintenance ( page 532). Checking engine oil level (S 600)* For information about checking engine oil level ( page 494). Settings menu performed on the vehicle and by bringing the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 256
) With "Daytime driving lamps" mode selected and the exterior lamp switch at position M or *, the low beam headlamps are switched on when the engine is running. In low ambient light conditions the following lamps will switch on additionally: Parking lamps Tail lamps License plate lamps Side marker - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 257
facilities. i Please ask an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where you must switch off the Manual you attempt to activate Park Assist*: Park Assist currently unavailable See Oper. Manual you attempt to activate DISTRONIC Plus* or Park Assist*: Radar sensor deactivated See Oper. Manual - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 258
Warning! G Navigation announcements are intended to direct you while driving without diverting your attention from the road and driving. Please always use this feature instead of consulting the map display for directions. Consulting the symbols or map display for directions may cause you to divert - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 259
"Vehicle" and "Navi". The commands and digit sequences can be spoken without pausing between the individual words. If an unavailable or incorrect command is used, the Voice Control System will prompt you for a new command by asking "Please repeat" or "Please repeat your entry". In order to provide - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 260
activated (for example "Help" commands). Local Commands These are commands specific to the currently active system shown in the COMAND display (for is active on the COMAND display, you have to switch to the radio using the command "Radio" before you can operate the radio. i During Voice Control - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 261
Control systems Voice Control* introduction Controls Operation via the multifunction steering wheel Item 1 Press button: ! to activate Voice Control to accept a call 2 Press button: L to cancel Voice Control 3 Setting the volume Press button: æ volume up ç volume down Telephone Press button: s to - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 262
Help". Press æ or ç. The volume is increased or decreased during voice output, or set volume for voice output using the COMAND volume thumbwheel on the lower part of the front central console ( page 89). Displays COMAND Display In addition to the acoustic help function, a visual help function ( page - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 263
to use the cellular phone while driving, please use the handsfree feature and be sure to pay attention to the traffic situation at all times. Use the being connected to an external antenna) from inside the vehicle while the engine is running. Doing so could lead to a malfunction of the vehicle's - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 264
the COMAND display. "Help telephone" The Voice Control System features a comprehensive help function. Use the command "Help telephone" and the Voice Control System will read out an option list of available functions and commands that can be used in conjunction with the telephone ( page 215). "Enter - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 265
spoken string of digits, or in digit blocks (three to five digits in each block). After each digit block (separate the digit blocks by using an approx. 0.5 second pause), the Voice Control System repeats the recognized digits and waits until you continue speaking. When dialing 1800 numbers, you may - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 266
or, with longer phone numbers, in form of digit blocks (three to five digits). After each digit block (separate the digit blocks by using an approximately 0.5 second pause), the Voice Control System repeats the recognized digits and waits until you continue speaking. s Dial number t Please say the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 267
cancels the save procedure. Sample dialog: "Dial name" (COMAND address book) Use the command "Dial name" to place a phone call by selecting a name call-up performance, however, you should speak and save the names you intend to use yourself. i You can also add a name to an entry by calling up the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 268
numbers are associated with one entry, you can recall the desired telephone number by using the following commands: "Call John Smith home" "Call John Smith work" "Call John Smith home cell phone" "Call John Smith home car" "Call John Smith home land line" "Call John Smith work cell phone" "Call John - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 269
Control systems Voice Control* telephone "List phone book" and dialing a phone number Use the command "List phone book" to listen to all voice entries in the phone book with a phone number stored, and select an entry and dial - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 270
laws and road signs, even if they contradict navigation system instructions. For safety reasons, you should only select a destination when diverting your attention from the road and driving. Please always use this feature instead of consulting the map display for directions. Consulting the symbols - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 271
the destination memory cancel route guidance turn guide instructions on or off Before you can operate navigation using the Voice Control System, you have "/"Help" Use the command "Help navigation" to read out an option list of available functions and commands that can be used in conjunction - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 272
from among a number of last selected states or provinces. Dialog for entering a complete address "Enter destination" Use the command "Enter destination" to enter a complete destination address. The system guides you through the dialog. As soon as a valid address has been entered, you can start route - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 273
one t Number one accepted t Do you want to start route guidance? "Points of interest" Use the command "Points of interest" to select a point of interest (POI) such as airports, railroad stations, gas stations etc. Sample dialog: u The system displays a numbered list search categories: Find menu - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 274
Voice Control* navigation "Next POI" With the commands "Next gas station" "Next parking lot" "Next Mercedes-Benz service" "Next restaurant" "Next hospital" you can select POIs in your vicinity. Sample dialog: "Save destination" Use the command "Save destination" to save the current destination in - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 275
" to have the Voice Control System repeat the last guidance instruction. If guidance voice output was previously muted, using this command will deactivate the muting of the voice output. "Guidance instruction off" Use the command "Guidance instruction off" to mute the systems' guidance voice output - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 276
the desired level of map detail. "Zoom in completely", "Zoom out completely" These commands are used to adapt the map display directly to the smallest or largest map scale. "List destination memory" Use the command "List destination memory" to have the system read out all destination memory entries - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 277
in the USA or Canada. t Please select a line number s Number one t Number one, town accepted The city selected is adopted for route guidance. "Spell town" Use the command "Spell town" to enter a city name by spelling mode and see if it matches an entry available on the navigation DVD. Speak the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 278
displays a list of available city districts or centers on the COMAND display. Select the desired city center from that list. Sample dialog: "Street" Use the command "Street" to spell and select a street for the adopted city. Only street names available on the navigation DVD can be selected. Speak - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 279
systems Voice Control* navigation "Intersection", "cross street" Use the command "Intersection" to spell and select an . Sample dialog: t Please spell the name of the crossing street "House number" Use the command "House number" to select a house number for the street previously selected. - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 280
your attention first and foremost to the traffic situation you are in. Before your journey, please familiarize yourself with the address book functions. Only use the Voice Control System when road and traffic conditions permit you to do so. Otherwise you could be involved in an accident in which you - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 281
commands with the address book not open For a complete list of commands ( page 288). "Help address book" Use the command "Help address book" to have the Voice Control System read out an option list of all available commands for the address book. "Save name" ( page 265) "Dial name" ( page 266 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 282
book. Available commands with the address book open "Help address book" Use the command "Help address book" to have the Voice Control System read out an option list of all available commands for the address book. "Open " Use the command "Open " to open an entry in your - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 283
you the capability to: Select a station Seek a station Select a specific frequency Save up to 20 stations in your station list Select frequency Before your journey, please familiarize yourself with the radio functions. Only use the Voice Control System when road and traffic conditions permit you to - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 284
name s Smooth Jazz t Please say the station name again s Smooth Jazz t The station Smooth Jazz has been saved "Select station" (List saved stations) Use the command "Select station" (AM and FM only) to select a saved station name from your station list. Sample dialog: i The Voice Control System may - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 285
command (AM and FM only) to directly select a saved station name from your station list. Sample dialog: "List station list" and select station from list Use this command to list the entire station list, or to select an entry from the station list. Sample dialog: "Delete station" (List saved stations - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 286
Control systems Voice Control* radio "Delete station list" Use this command to delete the complete station list or one or more stations from the station list. Sample dialog: The system deletes the complete station - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 287
: "CD" "DVD" "MP3" Press !. Speak one of the following commands. Commands For a complete list of commands ( page 288). "Help CD" or "Help DVD" "Help MP3" Use the commands "Help CD" "Help DVD" "Help MP3" and the Voice Control System will read out a complete list of available commands for the CD, DVD - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 288
"Track 1" to "Track 39" to select one of up to 39 title numbers of a loaded medium. "Next track" Use the command "Next track" to select the next track. "Previous track" or "Repeat track" Use the command "Previous track" or "Repeat track" to play again the track you are listening to. "Group 1" to - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 289
Control systems Voice Control* command list Command list Chapter "Command list" gives you on overview of all commands available for use to control the Voice Control System. Which commands are available for use is dependent on the equipment level in your vehicle. i Some functions can be operated - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 290
Control systems Voice Control* command list go forward next page back go back previous page help radio help tuner help radio radio help tuner help help telephone help phone help address book help CD help disc help CD player help CD changer help audio DVD help DVDA help DVD audio help DVD audio - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 291
Control systems Voice Control* command list confirm confirm PIN confirm number confirm PIN number confirm PIN code confirm phone number confirm telephone number confirm password confirm unlock code repeat PIN repeat number repeat PIN number repeat PIN code repeat phone number repeat telephone - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 292
on switch on guidance instruction switch on guidance instructions switch on route guidance instruction switch on route guidance instructions guidance instructions off switch guidance instructions off switch route guidance instructions off switch off guidance instructions switch off route guidance - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 293
guidance terminate route guidance terminate navigation terminate nav terminate routing terminate destination guidance next gas station next Mercedes-Benz service next workshop next MB service next MB service point next MB service center next Mercedes service next Mercedes service point 292 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 294
list next Mercedes service center next Mercedes-Benz service point next Mercedes-Benz service center next service point next service center next destination memory recall destination memory car car phone land line phone - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 295
phone land line phone business land line telephone company work cell phone office mobile phone business cellular phone cell phone company home home car home car phone car home car phone home home land line home land line phone land line home land line phone home home cell phone home mobile cell - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 296
PIN accept PIN code accept lock code accept PIN number accept number accept telephone number accept name accept password OK finished - use - number - line - Audio commands audio audio off Radio radio (on) AM MW FM weatherband next station station search going up - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 297
Control systems Voice Control* command list Example: 95.5 FM ninety-five five ninety-five five megahertz ninety-five point five ninety-five point five megahertz frequency ninety-five five frequency ninety-five point five frequency ninety-five five megahertz frequency ninety-five point five megahertz - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 298
Control systems Voice Control* command list next MP3 other MP3 next medium other medium previous MP3 last MP3 preceding MP3 replay MP3 replay medium repeat medium last medium previous medium next directory other directory next folder other folder previous directory previous folder last directory - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 299
Control systems Voice Control* command list last DVDA preceding DVDA replay DVDA previous DVD audio last DVD audio preceding DVD audio replay DVD audio previous audio DVD last audio DVD preceding audio DVD replay audio DVD replay medium repeat medium last medium previous medium next directory other - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 300
an option list of all available functions and commands available in the particular submenu. You can also use the help function to access help for a specific Zero" to "Nine" may be used. Speaking phone numbers in digit blocks of 3 to 5 digits has proven a very reliable method for the input of phone - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 301
Control systems Voice Control* troubleshooting What to do if ...Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution When you create your address book entries, select names with the greatest possible acoustic differences. Speak the command "List station - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 302
Control systems Voice Control* troubleshooting Problem Voice Control System does not recognize commands. as the microphone is geared to the driver side. Speak the commands in a continuous manner using a normal tone. Avoid loud disturbances. Voice Control System does not recognize a The voice - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 303
the system will guide you through the individualization by means of acoustic instructions. i You to do so by the system. The individualization is used to adapt the Voice Control System to your own guide you through the individualization process. The system can be reset to the factory settings - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 304
Seats Steering wheel Mirrors Memory function Fastening the seat belts Lighting Windshield wipers Power windows Driving and parking Automatic transmission Instrument cluster Driving systems Automatic climate control Trunk Power tilt/sliding sunroof Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 305
, each with remote control and a removable mechanical key. The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two SmartKeys are of different color to help distinguish each SmartKey unit. The SmartKey provides an extended operating range. To prevent theft, however, it is advisable to only unlock - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 306
unauthorized modification to this device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Factory setting Global unlocking: Press button Œ. All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking windows and tilt/sliding sunroof, or the tilt/ sliding panel* using the SmartKey ( page 355). 305 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 307
the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed. Restoring to factory setting: Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹ simultaneously for about 5 seconds until key portion of the two SmartKeys with KEYLESS-GO are of different color to help distinguish each SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO unit. The KEYLESS- - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 308
could release the electric parking brake, thereby putting themselves and others in danger. Switch off the engine and take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO with you even if you are only leaving the tilt/sliding sunroof, or the tilt/ sliding panel* using the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO ( page 355). 307 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 309
using KEYLESS-GO You can also use trunk lid. In order to start the engine with the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO: The be locked or the engine started via the KEYLESS-GO display with the engine running, the message front passenger seat or insert it in shirt pocket). If you have started the engine - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 310
in detail Locking and unlocking Remember that the engine can be started by anyone with a SmartKey with "Key still in vehicle" appears in the multifunction display. The vehicle will not be locked. Factory setting Global unlocking: Grasp an outside door handle. All turn signal lamps flash once. The - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 311
doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed. Global locking using lock button on trunk lid 1 Lock button on trunk lid Close all closing system*, KEYLESS-GO locking/closing switch ( page 440). Restoring to factory setting: Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹ simultaneously for about 5 seconds - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 312
mechanical key immediately to your car insurance company. Have the mechanical lock replaced if necessary. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO and replace it them necessary ( page 619). Use the mechanical key to unlock the driver's door ( page 614) and - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 313
. The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be within 3 ft. (1 m) of the vehicle. Press the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button ( page 317). Front doors Pull on door handle 2 on the respective front door to open door. If door was locked, locking knob 1 will move up. Rear doors Pull up locking knob 1 on the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 314
with the trunk closed as, among other dangers such as blocked visibility, exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior. You can deactivate the automatic locking using the COMAND system ( page 223). 313 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 315
locked with the SmartKey or the with KEYLESS-GO*, it will not unlock using the central unlocking switch 1. If the vehicle was previously locked with the switch 2 Central locking switch Locking: Press switch ‹. If the front passenger door is closed, the vehicle locks. Unlocking: Press switch - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 316
the starter switch and the automatic transmission is in a position other than P, the automatic transmission automatically shifts to P. When leaving the from the starter switch when the engine is not in operation. SmartKey For information on starting the engine using the SmartKey, see "Starting - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 317
with KEYLESS-GO* Vehicles equipped with the KEYLESS-GO feature are supplied with a SmartKey with integrated KEYLESS-GO function in the vehicle, the vehicle's electrical systems can be switched on or the engine can be started using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. 1 KEYLESS-GO start/stop button 2 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 318
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be located in the vehicle. Make sure the automatic transmission is set to P. Do not depress the brake pedal. Position 1 Press the . For information on starting the engine using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, see "Starting with KEYLESS-GO*" ( page 360). 317 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 319
when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be placed can adjust the lumbar support, multicontour seats for driver and front passenger, as well as drive-dynamic multicontour seats using COMAND ( page 236). 318 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 320
seat adjustment i If PRE-SAFE® has been activated, the front passenger's seat and/or electrically adjustable rear seats* will be forward or backward in the direction of arrow 4 until your legs are supported comfortably. Seat backrest tilt: Press the switch forward or backward in the direction - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 321
the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal Adjust desired seat using seat switches 1, 2 and 5. Adjusting front passenger seat from driver's seat/rear* Warning! ! Do not move the front passenger seat com- - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 322
button 1 to adjust the front passenger seat. The Indicator lamp in the button 1 comes on. Adjust front passenger seat using seat switches 2, 3, 4 you can operate the following features of the front passenger seat: seat adjustment seat heating/ventilation* 1 To select front or rear passenger seat 2 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 323
Controls in detail Seats Seat heating* The buttons for seat heating are located on the respective door. The red indicator lamps on the button come on to show the heating level selected. Level 3 Three indicator lamps on (highest level) The seat heating automatically switches to level 2 after - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 324
seat ventilation will switch back on again automatically as soon as sufficient voltage is available. i The seat ventilation for the driver' seat can be activated using summer opening feature ( page 355). 323 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 325
Head restraints Front power head restraints Head restraint tilt Warning! G Head restraint height For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Adjust head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 326
of another rear-end collision. Have this work carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 Head restraint side cushions 2 Adjusting head restraint forward and , the back of the head will not be supported in the event of a collision. As a result, rear seat occupants could be injured. 1 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 327
the ignition ( page 315). Press and hold switch 1 in the front center console and hold. The rear outer seats head restraints will place upright. Pull the rear center seat head restraint upright manually until it locks into position. Rear power head restraints* (rear outer - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 328
Multicontour seats*, rear You can adjust the rear outer multicontour seats using the buttons on the center console. G 1 Head restraint side cushions 4 To adjust position of backrest curvature (lordosis) 5 Lumbar region support 6 Side bolster adjustment 7 To select left rear passenger seat Switch - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 329
downward: Pull rocker switch 4 backward. Lumbar region support Selecting greater curvature: Press rocker switch 5 forward. Selecting injured by the moving steering wheel and driver's seat when the easy-entry/exit feature is activated. To cancel seat/steering wheel movement, do one of the following: - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 330
upward when the easy-entry/exit feature is activated. If the current seat position falls into a factory-set position range and the system recognizes rear when the easy-entry/ exit feature is activated. The adjustment procedure is briefly interrupted when the engine is started. i The last set - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 331
with KEYLESS-GO* removed from the vehicle, the steering wheel adjustment feature can be operated when the driver's door is open. Therefore, do unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 332
Controls in detail Steering wheel Heated steering wheel* The steering wheel heating warms up the leather area of the steering wheel. Switching on: Turn switch at the tip of stalk in the direction of arrow 1. The steering wheel is heated. Indicator lamp 3 comes on. i The steering wheel heating - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 333
view of the road and traffic conditions. Warning! Interior rear view mirror Manually adjust the interior rear view mirror. For more information, see "Auto- liquid state and by applying plenty of water. Exercise care when using the passenger side exterior rear view mirror. The mirror surface is - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 334
driving the vehicle through an automatic car wash, fold the exterior mirrors in vehicle is unlocked and the driver's or front passenger door are subsequently opened. i At mirrors do not fold out if they were previously folded in manually. i If you are driving at more than approximately 9 mph ( - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 335
manually by applying firm pressure until it snaps back into place. If an exterior rear view mirror housing is forcibly pushed rearward (hit from the front interior rear view mirror Warning! G Warning! G Exercise care when using the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror. The mirror surface is - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 336
1 Selector switch for right or left exterior mirror Press switch 1 repeatedly until the exterior mirror on the front passenger side is selected. 10 seconds after you have put the automatic transmission out of reverse gear R immediately once your vehicle exceeds a speed of approximately 6 mph (10 km - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 337
Steering wheel position Exterior rear view mirrors position The following settings are stored when using the buttons on the front passenger door: Seat position and lumbar support Multicontour seat*: previously selected setting Drive-dynamic multicontour seat*: activation/deactivation The following - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 338
! Do not operate the power seats using the memory button if the seat backrest is in an excessively reclined position. Doing so could cause damage to front or rear seats. First move seat backrest to the stored positions. The multicontour seat* and/or lumbar support will continue to be adjusted. 337 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 339
parking position" ( page 335). Stop the vehicle. Make sure the ignition is switched on ( page 315). Press switch 3 until the exterior mirror on the front passenger side is selected. Adjust the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror with button 2 so that you see the rear wheel and the road curb - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 340
can only provide the protection they were designed to afford if the occupants are using their seat belts ( page 45). A child's risk of serious or fatal injuries when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be placed - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 341
clicks. If necessary, tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up. To release the seat belt, press release button 4 and guide latch plate back to belt outlet. Warning! G Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 342
the abdomen. Place the seat backrest in a nearly upright position. Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a time. Do not for the driver's and front passenger's seats as well as for the rear outer seats. Comply with the instructions on how to properly fasten Mercedes-Benz Center. 341 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 343
modified for symmetrical low beams. Relevant information can be obtained at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Exterior lamp switch The exterior lamp switch is located on the ) C Indicator lamp for parking lamps ‡ Indicator lamp for front fog lamps † Indicator lamp for rear fog lamp 342 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 344
low ambient lighting conditions may result in an accident. The automatic headlamp feature is only an aid to the driver. The driver is responsible for daytime running lamp mode activated and the engine running, the low beam headlamps cannot be switched off manually. For information on how to activate - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 345
detail Lighting i The front fog lamps and rear fog lamp cannot be switched on manually with exterior lamp switch using the control system, see "Daytime driving lamps mode on/off (USA only)" ( page 255). When the engine is running, and you turn the exterior lamp switch to position C or B, the manual - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 346
goes out ( page 342). Rear fog lamp (driver's side only) Switch on the front fog lamps ( page 345). Pull out exterior lamp switch to second stop. The rear and/or the low beam headlamps on. Fog lamps should only be used in conjunction with low beam headlamps. Consult your State or Province Motor - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 347
( page 221) and "Setting night security illumination" ( page 220). Headlamp cleaning system i The headlamps are automatically cleaned if, at the same time, the engine is running the lights are switched on the windshield wipers have wiped the windshield with washer fluid 15 times When you switch off - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 348
are turning. Corner-illuminating lamps will operate with: the engine running during darkness the headlamps switched on The respective right turn signal ( page 342). i When you shift the automatic transmission in reverse gear R, the inverse corner-illuminating lamp comes on automatically depending - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 349
activated. If you do not lock the vehicle, all lamps will be switched off after 30 minutes. When you open the door, you can still use the lighting for the storage compartment, glove box and vanity mirror without in the starter switch in position 1 or 2 or the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 350
approximately 5 minutes. An interior lamp switched on manually does not go out automatically. Manual control Switching on/off front interior lighting: Press button 3. Switching on/off the ON position for extended periods of time with the engine turned off could result in a discharged battery. 349 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 351
headlamps, the door handle lamps will remain lit for approximately 5 minutes. i The interior lighting is factory-set to automatic mode ( page 349). The setting selected for the interior lighting is used for the trunk lighting as well. Door entry lamps For better orientation in the dark, the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 352
engine by turning the SmartKey to position 0 and withdraw SmartKey from starter switch or turn off the engine authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Switch car has been driven through an automatic car wash, then wax or other residue is on the windshield. Shortly after washing the car in an automatic car - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 353
front door is opened. This protects persons getting into or out of the vehicle from being sprayed. Intermittent wiping will be continued when all doors are closed and the automatic transmission is set to position D or R or the wiper setting is changed using the combination - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 354
the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. 1 Left front door window 2 Right front door window 3 Left rear door window 4 Right rear door window 353 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 355
also open or close the windows using the SmartKey, see "Summer opening feature" ( page 355) and "Convenience closing feature" ( page 356). Depending , the power windows can be operated: until you open the driver's or front passenger door for at least 5 minutes Switch on the ignition ( page 315 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 356
. i The seat ventilation* for the driver's seat is automatically set to the highest level if activated via summer opening feature. i The rocker switches on the rear doors can also be used to close the rear side window sunshades on the other side of the vehicle. i The rocker switches on the driver - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 357
The windows move down and the tilt/sliding panel tilts and opens after approximately 1 second. Release button Πto interrupt procedure. Convenience closing feature When you lock the vehicle, you can close the side windows and tilt/sliding sunroof or tilt/sliding panel* simultaneously. Afterward, you - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 358
the driver's door handle. Release button ‹ to interrupt procedure. i If you press ‹ while one of the front side windows is open and one of the rear side windows is closed, for example, then the front side window and the rear side window sunshade will be closed. To prevent this from happening, first - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 359
side window sunshades* close. Release sensor surface 1 to interrupt procedure. i If you touch the sensor surface while one of the front side windows is open and one of the rear side windows is closed, for example, the front side window will be closed as well as the rear side window sunshade*. 358 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 360
use the "touch-start" function. Warning! G Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission Turn the SmartKey to position 3 and release it again immediately. The engine then starts automatically. i You can also start the engine with the automatic transmission set to N. Inhalation of exhaust gas - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 361
to an unlocked vehicle. KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button i You can also start the engine with the automatic transmission set to N. i If you wish to start the vehicle with the SmartKey instead of the KEYLESS-GO feature, remove the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button from the starter switch and proceed as - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 362
, there could be a malfunction in the engine electronics or in the fuel supply system. Call Roadside Assistance. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Driving off Depress the brake pedal. The gear selector lever can now be used. Shift automatic transmission to D or R. Carefully depress the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 363
and release. The corresponding turn signal flashes three times. Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires An ignition cable may be damaged. The engine electronics may not be operating properly. ! Shift the automatic transmission to P or R only when the vehicle is stopped in - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 364
Controls in detail Driving and parking Have the problem repaired by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The coolant temperature is above 248°F (120°C) The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine. Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as possible and turn off - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 365
Your vehicle's electric parking brake is automatically released when: The engine is running. Transmission is in position D or R. The hood is closed. You have fastened your seat belt. 1 Handle for electric parking brake Manually releasing electric parking brake Pull handle 1. The red indicator lamp - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 366
and parking Manually engaging electric parking parking brake will engage. Turning off the engine i When parked on an incline, turn front wheels towards the road curb. i You situation, you can also brake your vehicle while driving by using the electric parking brake. While driving, press handle for - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 367
is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Damaged seat belts must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i If you turn off the engine using the SmartKey and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch with the automatic transmission in a position other than P, the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 368
i During the brief warm-up, automatic transmission upshifting is delayed. This allows the catalytic converter to heat up more quickly to operating when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal. G Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission Make sure - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 369
parking brake is released automatically ( page 364). Shifting from D, R, or N to P If you want to select park position P with the automatic transmission being in drive position D, reverse gear R or neutral position N: i The gear selector lever returns to its original position. Release the brake - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 370
engine switched off and the automatic transmission set to neutral position N ( page 371), e.g. in an automatic car wash, do not press the handle for electric parking brake. ! Allow engine to warm up under low load use the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Shift the automatic transmission directly - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 371
engine using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button and open the driver's door, the automatic transmission will shift to park position P automatically. Keep in mind that turning off the engine using Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 Current automatic transmission position ! If the automatic transmission position - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 372
by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Warning! ! If you want the gear position to remain in neutral position N (for example when the vehicle is pulled through a car wash) do not remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or, when using KEYLESS-GO* do not turn off the engine using the KEYLESS - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 373
out of park position P, which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. ç The automatic transmission shifts through second gear only. Allows the use of engine's braking power when driving: on steep downgrades 1 Current gear range in mountainous regions under extreme operating - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 374
driving style influences the automatic transmission's shifting behavior: Less throttle More throttle Kickdown Use kickdown when you want maximum acceleration. Press the accelerator past the point of resistance. Depending on the engine speed the automatic transmission shifts into a lower gear. Ease - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 375
starting off on a level road or downhill grades with the automatic transmission in neutral position N with the electric parking brake set if brake pedal. C Comfort S Sport For comfort driving For standard driving The program mode selector switch is used to adjust shift program suspension tuning - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 376
gas. The engine then operates at lower rpms and the wheels are less likely to spin. Program mode S: Engine, automatic transmission engine to warm up under low load use. Do not place full load on the engine Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Never change the program mode when the automatic transmission - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 377
will involve shifting down one or more gears. i To avoid overrevving the engine when down1 Right button: upshift 2 Left button: downshift shifting, the automatic transmission will not shift to a lower gear if the engine's max. speed would be exceeded. i You cannot shift with the steering wheel - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 378
in a safe location. Shift to park position P. Turn off the engine. Wait at least 10 seconds before restarting. Restart the engine. Shift to drive position D (for second gear) or reverse gear R. Have the automatic transmission checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. 377 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 379
be found in the "At a glance" section of this manual ( page 28). The instrument cluster is activated when you: added caution. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Turn off the engine, get out of the vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle until the engine has cooled down. - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 380
. Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Outside temperature indicator Warning! sensor is located in the front bumper area. Due to its location, the sensor can be affected by road or engine heat during idling or slow driving - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 381
Cruise control automatically maintains the speed you set for your vehicle. The use of cruise control is recommended for driving at a constant speed for extended conditions do not allow safe driving at a steady speed. The use of cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. Rapid changes in - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 382
point) or 5 mph increments (past resistance point) (Canada: 1 km/h or 10 km/h) 3 Cancel cruise control 4 Resume to last set speed if the automatic transmission is set to position P, R, or N if ESP® is switched off Setting current speed Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed. Briefly lift the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 383
. The last speed set is stored for later use. i Cruise control switches off automatically when you 73) you set the automatic transmission to N while driving The segments in the multifunction display go acoustic warning sounds. i Upon switching off the engine, the last stored speed is deleted. i - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 384
the vehicle set speed in 5 mph (Canada 10 km/h) increments. When using this feature, keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle ways. i When you use the cruise control lever to decelerate, the brake system will automatically brake the vehicle if the engine's braking power does - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 385
the vehicle set speed in 5 mph (Canada 10 km/h) increments. When using this feature, keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle " function) Warning! G i The last stored set speed is deleted when the engine is turned off. i The set speed value is decreased in 5 mph (Canada - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 386
ahead. DISTRONIC Plus can only apply a maximum of 40% of the vehicle's braking power. DISTRONIC Plus may not detect narrow vehicles possibly driving in front of you, such as motorcycles and vehicles driving in an offset formation. It is the driver's responsibility at all times to be attentive to - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 387
its operational characteristics. We strongly recommend that you review the following information carefully before operating the system imperative at all times, regardless of whether or not DISTRONIC Plus is activated. Use of DISTRONIC Plus can be dangerous on winding roads as conditions do not allow - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 388
speed and keep a set distance from moving objects in front of it. i Due to its radar-emitting nature want to refer to this section of your Operator's Manual when asked. Any unauthorized modification to this device displays in the speedometer dial i Do not use DISTRONIC Plus if you are driving on - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 389
following distance, which creates a danger of a collision. Immediately brake your vehicle to increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. The warning sound is intended as a final caution that you have not interceded with your own braking inputs to avoid a potentially - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 390
Controls in detail Driving systems Displaying the distance graphic In the "Assistance" menu under "Distance display" you see the current settings for DISTRONIC Plus. The information shown in the multifunction display depends on whether DISTRONIC Plus is activated or deactivated. DISTRONIC Plus - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 391
obstacles: Do not place any objects in the footwell. Make sure that the floor mats and carpets are securely in place. Do not rest your foot underneath the cannot activate DISTRONIC Plus: up to 2 minutes after starting the engine if the engine is switched off if you step on the brake pedal while - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 392
the DISTRONIC Plus lever and the target distance using the distance setting switch on the DISTRONIC Plus lever ( page 396). Switching on when approaching a stationary vehicle If the vehicle in front of you is stationary, you can only switch on DISTRONIC Plus if your vehicle is also at a standstill - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 393
Plus is switched off using the DISTRONIC Plus lever you accelerate the system or the power supply is malfunctioning, e.g. due to battery failure the electrical components in the engine compartment or the fuses have been manipulated When DISTRONIC Plus detects that the vehicle in front of you is - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 394
: DISTRONIC PLUS passive The distance to a slower moving vehicle in front of you will not be set. Your vehicle speed will then You can increase the vehicle speed in 5 mph (Canada 10 km/h) increments. When using this feature, keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has reached - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 395
lever to decelerate, the brake system will automatically brake the vehicle if the engine's braking power does not brake the vehicle sufficiently. You can decrease the vehicle speed in 5 mph (Canada 10 km/h) increments. When using this feature, keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 396
or switched off with the ESP® switch ( page 73) you set the automatic transmission to P, R, or N while driving the radar sensors are switched off ( page last stored speed is deleted when you turn off the engine. i Upon switching off the engine, the last stored speed is deleted. If the vehicle - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 397
Plus by varying the time setting between 1.0 and 2.0 seconds. Using this time setting and the current set speed of your vehicle, to a stop. ! Setting the automatic transmission to N while driving cancels the DISTRONIC Plus. However, the automatic transmission should not be set to N while driving - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 398
intermittent warning sounds. If these warnings are issued, you must brake manually to maintain a safe distance and avoid a collision with the vehicle and deactivating The distance warning function can be activated or deactivated using the instrument cluster control system ( page 252). After the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 399
DISTRONIC PLUS currently unavailable See Oper. Manual appears in the multifunction display. For front is in a sharp turn, DISTRONIC Plus could lose sight of a vehicle traveling in front unavailable See Oper. Manual disappears during driving and radar sensors have been manually switched off in the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 400
Controls in detail Driving systems Turns and bends Offset driving Lane changing In turns or bends, DISTRONIC Plus may not detect a moving vehicle in front, or it may detect one too soon. This may cause your vehicle to brake late or unexpectedly. A vehicle traveling in your lane but offset from - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 401
DISTRONIC Plus does not brake for obstacles or stationary vehicles. If, for example, the vehicle detected in front of you changes lanes to bypass an obstacle or stationary vehicle in front of it, DISTRONIC Plus will not brake for the obstacle or stationary vehicle. DISTRONIC Plus may inadvertently - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 402
Controls in detail Driving systems Airmatic (S 550 only) Airmatic automatically selects the optimum suspension tuning and ride height for your vehicle. Airmatic consists of two components: Level control system Adaptive Damping System (ADS) The ADS automatically selects the optimum damping for the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 403
. The program mode selector switch (S/C) ( page 374) is used to adjust the suspension tuning: Driving program Suspension tuning C Comfort cluster. i The selected vehicle level setting remains stored in memory even if the engine is turned off and restarted except when you exceed a speed of 75 mph ( - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 404
by current driving conditions. Otherwise: Fuel consumption may increase. Handling may be impaired. i The selected vehicle level setting remains stored in memory even if the engine is turned off and restarted. 403 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 405
the right-hand side of the instrument cluster. Selecting a higher level Start the engine. If indicator lamp 2 is off: Press switch 1. Indicator lamp 2 comes on tuning The program mode selector switch (C/S) ( page 374) is used to adjust the suspension tuning: Driving program Suspension tuning C - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 406
off the engine. The Parktronic system monitors the surroundings of your vehicle with six sensors in the front bumper and four sensors in the rear bumper. G them. i Interference caused by other ultrasonic signals (e.g. working jackhammers, car wash, or the air brakes of trucks) can cause the system - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 407
or damage the sensors, see "Cleaning the Parktronic* system sensors" ( page 538). Front sensors Center Corners Rear sensors Center Corners approx. 48 in (120 cm) approx. result. Ultrasonic signals from outside sources (e.g. truck air brakes, car wash, or jackhammers) may impair the operation of the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 408
detail Driving systems Warning indicators Visual signals indicate to the driver the relative distance between the sensors and an obstacle. The warning indicator for the front area is in the instrument cluster. The warning indicator for the rear area is on the roof liner in the rear. The position of - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 409
system on/off The Parktronic system can be switched off manually. The Parktronic button with the indicator lamp is on the Indicator lamp 2 goes out. Have the Parktronic system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. If only the red distance segments illuminate and - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 410
engine. While the transmission is in position N, Park Assist is switched off if you secure the vehicle in place with the electric parking brake. The Park Assist system monitors the surroundings of your vehicle with four sensors in the front bumper off the Park Assist using the Park Assist button - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 411
Controls in detail Driving systems Range of the sensors The sensors of the Park Assist system are integrated in the front and rear bumpers. Make sure that the bumpers are clear of dirt, ice and slush in the area of the sensors, as otherwise, Park Assist may not function properly, see "Cleaning the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 412
detail Driving systems Warning indicators Visual signals indicate to the driver the relative distance between the sensors and an obstacle. The warning indicator for the front area is in the instrument cluster. The warning indicator for the rear area is on the roof liner in the rear. The position of - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 413
a corresponding tone for the warning indicator in the rear area. Switching Park Assist system on/off The Park Assist system can be switched off manually. The Park Assist button with the indicator lamp is located on the control panel on the right-hand side of the instrument cluster. Switching off - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 414
on the COMAND display. In addition, the Dynamic Rear View Monitor contains guide lines to help you with reverse parking (back-in parking) and parallel 31). Please note that objects which do not touch the ground, such as the bumper of a vehicle parked behind you, a trailer hitch, or the back of a - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 415
those located very close to or below the rear bumper, or above the recessed grip of the luggage the vehicle, but also to the area in front of and to the sides of the vehicle. a qualified technician. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not use the Dynamic Rear View Monitor if the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 416
, or damage the vehicle or objects. Mounting tires/rims of other specification than the original equipment tires/rims may impair the function of the Dynamic Rear View Monitor. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! G i If you activate a different function on the driver's COMAND - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 417
touch the ground, such as the bumper of a vehicle parked behind you, a trailer hitch, or the back of a truck, may appear to be further away than they actually are. In this case, you should not use the guide lines to judge distance as the use of the guide lines to judge distance increases the risk - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 418
position R (reverse gear). Use the COMAND controller ( page 82) to select "reverse parking" function 6. You will see the guide lines for reverse parking on ) parallel to the vehicle that is in front of the desired parking space. in such a way that the front of the parked vehicle is parallel to your - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 419
Controls in detail Driving systems Use the COMAND controller ( page 82) to select "parallel parking" function 2. You will see the guide lines for parallel parking on the COMAND display. Back up carefully parallel to parked car until the respective vertical blue guide line 1 is at the end of the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 420
a standstill, turn steering wheel as far as it will go in the opposite direction. The guide lines for straight driving 7 and cornering 6 appear in the COMAND display. Back up using the set wheel angle until blue guide line 7 for straight driving is parallel to the edge of the parking space, e.g. the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 421
obstacles earlier on. Warning! G Night View Assist is only an aid to support you while driving and cannot substitute your careful attention. Do not rely on be diminished. G Night View Assist cannot record objects immediately in front of or next to the vehicle. When maneuvering, continue to look - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 422
* or B or if the daytime driving lamps are switched on the automatic transmission is not in position R Press button 1. The Night View Assist image appears on is no longer available. If you would like to change a setting using the steering wheel buttons, you must first switch off Night View Assist. - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 423
others, stop before trying to remove window fogging or cleaning the window in front of the Night View Assist camera. Bear in mind that at a speed second. 1 Recessed handles on camera cover Fold camera cover downward using recessed handles 1. Check settings of automatic climate control and change - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 424
Controls in detail Driving systems Night View Assist* malfunction Problem Possible cause Suggested solution Replace windshield wiper blades ( page 627). Clean windshield ( page 539). Replace windshield. Remove condensation ( page 539). Defrost windshield ( page 429). The - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 425
Controls in detail Automatic climate control 424 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 426
skin in the immediate area of the air vents. Always keep sufficient distance between unprotected parts of the body and the air vents. If necessary, use the air distribution adjustment ( page 230) to direct the air to air vents in the vehicle interior that are not in the immediate area of - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 427
and volume, left 2 Temperature control, left 3 Manual fan speed adjustment, left 4 Front defroster Item 5 Air recirculation 6 Automatic climate control on/off 7 Residual engine heat and ventilation (REST) 8 Rear window defroster Item 9 Manual fan speed adjustment, right a Temperature control - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 428
is operational whenever the engine is running. You can operate the climate control system in either the automatic or manual mode. The system is hot, ventilate the interior before driving off, see "Summer opening feature" ( page 355). The automatic climate control will then adjust the interior - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 429
lamp on button U goes out. The automatic function is switched off. You can adjust the air distribution ( page 230) or air volume ( page 429) manually. i When operating the climate control system in automatic mode, you will only rarely need to adjust the temperature, air volume and air distribution - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 430
is switched off. Press button Q up to increase or down to decrease air volume. The indicator lamps on buttons U ( page 426) goes out. Front defroster You can use this setting to defrost the windshield, for example if it is iced up. You can also defog the windshield and the side windows. i Keep - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 431
up or down. The indicator lamp on the button comes on. ! The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep battery drain to a minimum, switch off the defroster . G i Maximum cooling MAXCOOL is only available when the engine is running. Any accumulation of snow and ice should be - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 432
recirculation mode will not switch on automatically. nience closing or opening feature Warning! G G Never operate the side windows and the tilt/ down. The indicator lamp on the button goes out. i The manually selected air recirculation mode is deactivated automatically: after 5 minutes if the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 433
or tilt/sliding sunroof (or tilt/sliding panel*) will only return to its previous position if it has not been moved to another position using the respective window switch or tilt/sliding sunroof (or tilt/sliding panel*) switch after it was closed with button ,. A window or tilt/sliding sunroof - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 434
switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior. This feature makes use of the residual heat produced by the engine. Activating Switch off the ignition ( page 315). Press button T ( page 426) up or down. The indicator lamp on the button comes on. Deactivating Press button - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 435
settings for heating and cooling as given in the instructions for the front climate control ( page 424). Otherwise the windows could distribution, left (automatic, manual) 3 Air volume (automatic, manual) 4 Mode selector 5 Air distribution, right (automatic, manual) 6 Temperature control, - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 436
COMAND ( page 234), the ) symbol appears in the display of the rear control unit. The rear climate control system can no longer be adjusted using the rear control unit. Switching on automatic mode: Press button 4 ( page 434) up or down repeatedly until "AUTO" mode is selected in display. Switching - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 437
Controls in detail Trunk Opening trunk from outside Opening trunk from inside You can open the trunk from the inside if the vehicle is stationary. Vehicles without trunk opening/closing system* Warning! G Only drive with the trunk closed as, among other dangers such as blocked visibility, exhaust - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 438
of an optional MB sport luggage container). using the COMAND system ( page 227). Closing trunk The vehicle is only locked when the turn signals flash three times. If you are carrying a second SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO with you, you can still lock the vehicle. Closing trunk from outside manually - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 439
it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. 1 Remote trunk opening/closing* switch (vehicles with trunk opening/closing system - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 440
opening/closing* switch can be operated. Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. In vehicles with trunk opening/closing system* you can close the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 441
KEYLESS-GO*) In vehicles with trunk opening/closing system* and KEYLESS-GO*, you can close the trunk and lock the vehicle simultaneously from the outside using the KEYLESS-GO locking/closing switch. With the hood and all doors closed, all turn signal lamps flash three times to confirm locking. The - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 442
result in malfunctions. The tilt/sliding sunroof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur ( page 617). Warning! G When close the tilt/sliding sunroof using the SmartKey, see "Summer opening feature" ( page 355) and "Convenience closing feature" ( page 356). Depending - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 443
the sunroof switch in the direction of arrow 3 for approximately 1 second. Check the Express-operation feature ( page 442). If the tilt/sliding sunroof opens completely, the sunroof is synchronized. Otherwise repeat synchronized after the tilt/sliding sunroof has been closed manually ( page 617) 442 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 444
roller sunblind Extending or retracting: Move the roof panel switch to the resistance point in the required direction of arrow 1 or 2 until the front roller sunblind has reached the desired position. Express-extending: Move the roof panel switch past the resistance point in direction of arrow 1 and - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 445
Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. When opening or closing panel can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur ( page 617). 444 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 446
tilt/sliding panel or open a side window slightly. i You can also open or close the tilt/sliding panel using the SmartKey, see "Summer opening feature" ( page 355) and "Convenience closing feature" ( page 356). Depending on current position, the tilt/sliding panel may also open or close when the air - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 447
The tilt/sliding panel and front roller sunblinds must be synchronized after the tilt/sliding panel has been closed manually ( page 617) after a in direction of arrow 2 for approximately 1 second. Check the Express-open feature of the tilt/sliding panel ( page 445). If the tilt/sliding panel opens - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 448
panorama roof with tilt/sliding panel* you can fully open the trunk Only use roof racks approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to avoid damage to the vehicle. Follow the manufacturer's installation instructions. Otherwise, an improperly attached roof rack system or its load could become - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 449
it clockwise to position 3. Unlocking: Insert the mechanical key into the glove box lock and turn it counterclockwise to position 2. Storage compartments in the front armrest Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs. Do not place anything on the rear-window shelf. Never drive vehicle - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 450
Press button 2 and swing center armrest upward. Storage compartments below the front seats Opening: Press mark 1. Closing: Swing eyeglasses compartment upward until it A small convenience parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell. It is for small and light items, such as road maps, mail, etc - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 451
Controls in detail Loading and storing Storage compartments in rear passenger compartment Armrest with integrated storage compartment Storage compartment between rear seats ! Before storing the armrest in the backrest, close the storage compartment cover. ! Do not sit on or lean your body weight - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 452
weight category. The ruffled storage pocket is intended for storing light-weight items only. Ruffled storage pockets 1 are located on the back of the front seats. Heavy objects, objects with sharp edges or fragile objects may not be transported in the ruffled storage pocket. In an accident, during - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 453
equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When not in use, keep the cup holders closed. An open cup "Front" is in the proper installation position. Cup holder in rear Cup holder in front center console 1 Mark 2 Handle Opening: Press mark 1 on the front. Closing - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 454
with control panel* in rear armrest 1 Compartment for cup holder Opening: Press front of cup holder 1. Trunk Storage spaces under trunk floor You can fold back the front and rear parts of the trunk floor. 1 Trunk floor 2 Storage spaces 4 hooks are located in the trunk. Carefully secure cargo by - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 455
trunk and can be used to attach cargo items such as bags. Retainer for Operator's Manual pouch Use Velcro strap 1 to fasten Operator's Manual pouch 2 in 1. ! Do not use the retaining hooks to tie down cargo. G i You can purchase a suitable umbrella at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 454 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 456
Useful features Useful features Sun visors Glare from front Swing sun visor 1 down. Warning! Vanity mirror in rear G Glare from front and sides Do not use to the side. Opening: Press mark 1. Vanity mirror in sun visor To use vanity mirror, lift up cover 2. Vanity mirror lamp 3 comes on. The - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 457
Controls in detail Useful features Rear window sunshade The switches are on the rear doors. Switch parking brake to secure vehicle from movement. Set automatic transmission to P. With the automatic transmission set to P, turn off the engine. i The rear window sunshade is switched off at - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 458
Controls in detail Useful features Opening ashtray Press mark on cover plate 2 forward. Removing Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. To avoid possible injury - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 459
Controls in detail Useful features The lighter will pop out automatically when hot. date 12V DC electrical accessories (up to a maximum of 85 W) designed for use with the standard "cigarette lighter" plug type. Keep in mind, however, that connecting accessories to the lighter socket (for example - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 460
radio transmitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna. i Various mobile phone cradles can be installed in the cockpit. These mobile phone cradles can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The functions and services available to you while using the mobile phone - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 461
Useful features The cradle is located in the center armrest. Open telephone compartment ( page 448). Inserting mobile phone in mobile phone cradle Once the mobile phone has been inserted in the mobile phone cradle, calls can only be made via the hands-free system* or Bluetooth operating instructions, - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 462
Controls in detail Useful features Removing mobile phone from mobile phone cradle Changing mobile mobile phone cradle Example illustration 1 Release catch for mobile phone 2 Mobile phone cradle i When using a flip-style mobile phone, open flip top before removing from the cradle while a call is - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 463
Useful features Tele automatic and manual emergency roadside assistance, and information The speaker volume of a Tele Aid call can be adjusted when using the and to lower, press button ç or use the COMAND volume thumbwheel , on the lower part of the front central console ( page 89). To activate - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 464
Useful features An emergency call can also be initiated manually by opening the cover next to the interior rear view mirror labeled SOS, then briefly pressing the button located under the cover. For instructions on initiating an emergency call manually at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 465
Useful features The Tele Aid system is available if it has been activated and is operational. Activation requires a subscription for monitoring services, pass the information on to the Response Center. Initiating an emergency call manually G G If the indicator lamp in the SOS button is flashing - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 466
Assistance dispatcher will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes-Benz technician or arrange to tow your vehicle to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For services such as labor and/or towing, charges may apply. Refer to the Roadside Assistance Manual for more information. These programs are - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 467
Information regarding the operation of your vehicle, the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or Mercedes-Benz USA products and services is available to you. For more details concerning the Tele Aid system, please visit www.mbusa.com and use your ID and password (sent to you separately) to learn - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 468
a Mercedes-Benz Center or POIs (Points of Interest). i If you select "No", you can save the address in your address book ( page 202). i The destination download feature is available if the relevant mobile phone network is available and data connection is possible. Call priority If other service - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 469
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) in the USA or Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 in Canada. i The remote door unlock feature the audio system is muted. The optional mobile phone (if installed) switches off. If you must use this phone, the vehicle must be - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 470
on the multifunction display. Automatic Maintenance Call The 2007 S-Class is equipped with a feature which considerably enhances the care of your vehicle. . This feature allows your preferred Mercedes-Benz Center to significantly improve the process of arranging your service appointment and - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 471
operator, the gate opens or closes. Do not use the integrated remote control with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door that cannot - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 472
Controls in detail Useful features longer than 30 seconds). This procedure erases any previous then rapidly. Do not run the engine while programming the integrated remote control. Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), and inhaling - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 473
feature. "training" button may also be referred to as "learn"or "smart" button. If there is difficulty locating the transmitting button, refer to the garage door opener operator's manual code devices) with the rolling code feature, follow these instructions after completing the "Programming" portion - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 474
detail Useful features If you live in Canada or if you are having difficulties programming a gate operator (regardless of where you live) by using . Reprogramming a single signal transmitter button To program a device using a signal transmitter button previously trained, follow these steps: Switch - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 475
further difficulties with programming the integrated remote control, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or call Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. i Canada only: This device complies - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 476
Controls in detail Useful features Infrared reflecting windshield Your vehicle is equipped with infrared reflecting glass, which reduces the amount of radiated heat entering the vehicle interior through the windows. The infrared reflecting glass also prevents the transmission of signals through the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 477
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Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care 477 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 479
engine speeds (no more than 2/3 of maximum rpm in each gear). Avoid accelerating by kick-down. Do not attempt to slow the vehicle down by shifting to a lower gear using you may gradually increase vehicle and engine speeds to the permissible maximum. All of the above instructions, as may apply to your - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 480
engine to warm up under low load use. Avoid frequent acceleration and deceleration. Have all maintenance work performed at the intervals specified in the Maintenance Booklet and as required by the Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 481
instructions brake system inspected immediately. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried expected braking effect. Maintain a safe distance from vehicles in front. Resting your foot on the brake pedal will cause excessive and - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 482
brake pad wear. When using the engine's braking power, a drive wheel may not spin for an extended period of time, e.g. on slippery road surfaces. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Simultaneously depressing the accelerator - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 483
the vehicle. In addition, shift the automatic transmission to P. When parking on hills, always turn front wheels towards the road curb. If you feel or tires appear unsafe, have the vehicle towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or tire dealer for repairs. Although the applicable federal motor - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 484
Operation Driving instructions Tire traction The safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road. You should pay particular attention to the condition of the road whenever the outside temperatures are close to the freezing point. Warning! Mercedes-Benz recommends - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 485
page 518). If you are uncertain about the correct reading of the information given on a tire's sidewall, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to assist you. Winter driving instructions The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt acceleration - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 486
to electrical components or wiring of the engine or transmission, or could result in water being ingested by the engine through the air intake causing severe internal engine damage. Any such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. G Warning! Make sure not to endanger any - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 487
Operation Driving instructions Passenger compartment Driving abroad Control and operation of radio transmitters COMAND, is the preferred place to carry objects. Abroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If you plan to drive into areas which are not listed in the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 488
from inside the vehicle while the engine is running. Doing so could lead to a malfunction of the vehicle's electronic system, possibly resulting in an accident and/or personal injury. Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with monolithic-type catalytic converters, an important element in conjunction with - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 489
to factory specifications. Any adjustments on the engine should, therefore, be carried out only by qualified Mercedes-Benz Center authorized technicians. Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way. The specified service jobs must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes-Benz servicing - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 490
At the gas station At the gas station Refueling The fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Locking and unlocking the vehicle automatically locks and unlocks the fuel filler flap. Turn off the engine ( page 366). Shift the automatic transmission to - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 491
up or overfill. Warning! i Only use premium unleaded gasoline with a minimum Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet. Check regularly and before a long trip i Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can cause the yellow engine cause a gas discharge. This could cause the gas to spray - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 492
Operation At the gas station Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system For more brake pad thickness and leaks immediately. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem. For more information, see "Practical hints" ( page - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 493
Operation Engine compartment Hood Lift the hood slightly. Warning! G gas-filled struts. G You could be injured when the hood is open - even when the engine is switched off. Parts of the engine can become very hot. To prevent burns, only touch the components described in the Operator's Manual - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 494
hood is open and the engine is running. Make sure the hood is properly closed before driving. When closing the hood, use extreme caution not to catch the ignition system with the engine running while starting the engine if ignition is "on" and the engine is cranked manually G Be careful that you - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 495
drive assemblies. Using special additives not approved by Mercedes-Benz may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. More information on this subject is available at any Mercedes-Benz Center. Switch on the ignition ( page 315). Press ( or & to select the menu "Service". Press - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 496
siphoned or drained off. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ! Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could cause damage to the engine and catalytic converter (gasoline engine) not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. For more information on messages in the multifunction - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 497
engine oils and oil filters, refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet in your vehicle literature portfolio, or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Using engine oils and oil filters of specification result in engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. i - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 498
If you notice transmission fluid loss or gear shifting malfunctions, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center check the automatic transmission. Active Body Control damage to the engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Screw filler cap 1 back on filler neck - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 499
Operation Engine compartment Using a rag, turn cap 1 slowly approximately one half turn more information on coolant, see the "Technical data" section ( page 665). S 550 with Airmatic Using a rag, slowly open the cap approximately 1/2 turn to relieve excess pressure. If opened immediately, - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 500
Operation Engine compartment Warning! G ! Only use washer fluid which is suitable for plastic lenses. 668). Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flammable. Do not spill washer solvent/antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may ignite and burn. You could be seriously burned. To open washer - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 501
tires on the front wheels first (on vehicles with same-sized wheels all around). Warning! G Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the tire tread is badly worn, or if the tires have sustained damage, replace them. When replacing rims, only use Genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 502
Tire care and maintenance Tire inspection Life of tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including condition and inflation. Spare tires will age and degrade over time even if never used, and thus should be inspected and replaced when necessary. Regularly check the tires - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 503
in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with oil, grease and gasoline. Cleaning tires ! Never use a round nozzle to power wash tires. The intense jet of water can result in damage to the tire. Always replace a damaged tire. G 1 TWI (TreadWear - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 504
or rear). Never exceed the GVWR or GAWR for either the front axle or rear axle. i Spare wheels may be mounted against the direction of rotation (spinning) even with a unidirectional tire for temporary use only until the regular drive wheel has been repaired or replaced. Always observe and follow - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 505
blowout. Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. 1 Load limit information on the Tire and on placard examples are for illustration purposes only. Load limit data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustrations below - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 506
the number of occupants that can be in the vehicle. Observe front and rear seating capacity. Your vehicle is equipped with either placard shown on placard examples are for illustration purposes only. Seating data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustrations below - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 507
, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your The following examples use a load limit of 1500 lbs. This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are using the actual load - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 508
3: 160 lbs Occupant 4: 140 lbs Occupant 5: 120 lbs Occupant 1: 200 lbs Occupant 2: 190 lbs Occupant 3: 150 lbs Occupant 1: 150 lbs 2 1500 lbs 3 front: 1 rear: 2 front: 1 540 lbs 1500 lbs - 540 lbs = 960 lbs 3 1500 lbs 1 150 lbs 1500 lbs - 150 lbs = 1350 lbs The higher the weight of all - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 509
Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. You can obtain the GVWR and GAWR from the Certification label loaded in it. Your Mercedes-Benz has been designed primarily to carry passengers and their cargo. Mercedes-Benz does not recommend trailer towing with - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 510
tire inflation pressures listed apply to the tires installed as original equipment. i Data shown on placard examples are for illustration purposes only. Tire data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustrations below. Refer to placard on vehicle for actual data - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 511
Operation Tires and wheels Placard (Example B) Important notes on tire inflation pressure Warning! Be sure to readjust the tire inflation pressure for normal driving speeds. You should wait until the tires are cold before adjusting the tire inflation pressure. Some vehicles may have supplemental - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 512
normal. Do not let air out to match the specified cold tire inflation pressure. Otherwise, the tire will be underinflated. Checking tire inflation pressure manually Follow the steps below to achieve correct tire inflation pressure: Remove the cap from the valve on one tire. Firmly press a tire gauge - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 513
the tires. Tire inflation pressure inquiries are made using the multifunction display. The present inflation pressures are inflation pressure gauge of an air hose, e.g. gas station equipment, and the vehicle's control system can Service". Press $ or % to select "Tire pressure". Press #. 512 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 514
inflation pressure for those tires). As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure using the TPMS telltale flashing and illumination sequence. The telltale extinguishes after a few minutes driving if the malfunction has been corrected. i Operating radio transmission - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 515
before attempting to reactivate the TPMS. i The menu overview can be found on ( page 243). Using the tire placard on the driver's door B-pillar ( page 503) or, if available, the supplemental ( page 315). Press ( or & to select the menu "Service". Press $ or % to select "Tire pressure". 514 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 516
Operation Tires and wheels Press #. The message Tire pressure monitor reactivated appears in the multifunction display. After a few minutes driving, the current tire inflation pressure values are accepted as reference values and then monitored. If you wish to cancel activation: Press L. or Press $ - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 517
or tires If you have installed new wheels or tires Using the tire placard on the driver's door B-pillar ( page 315). Press ( or & to select the menu "Service". Press $ or % to select "Tire pressure". Press Flat Indicator can only warn you in a reliable manner if you have set the correct tire - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 518
excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being overheated. Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires Underinflated tires Underinflated tires can: cause excessive and uneven tire wear adversely affect fuel - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 519
Tires and wheels Tire labeling Besides tire name (sales designation) and manufacturer name, a number of designation, load and speed rating i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. For more information, - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 520
used, the tire size molded into the sidewall may have no letter or a letter preceding the tire size designation. No letter preceding the size designation (as illustrated above): Passenger car . At the tire manufacturer's option, any tire with a speed can support. For example, a load rating of - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 521
"service description". page 518) and tire speed rating 6 ( page 518) are also referred to as "service description above 149 mph (240 km/h) At the tire manufacturer's option, any tire with a speed capability above 149 mph (240 also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Even when - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 522
mph (300 km/h) must include a "ZR" in the size designation AND the service description must be placed in parenthesis. Example: 275/40 ZR 18 (99Y). and the Rubber Association of Canada (RAC) and have been designed specifically for use in snow conditions. Load identification Speed rating 1 1 up to - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 523
following the letter designating the tire speed rating 6 ( page 518). No specification given: absence of any text (like in above example) indicates a The code 4 ( page 522) may, at the option of the manufacturer, be used as a descriptive code for identifying significant characteristics of the tire - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 524
maximum tire load is the maximum weight the tires are designed to support. Warning! G Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified steering problems, or brake failure. 1 Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 525
wheels All passenger car tires must conform of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 526
grade C corresponds to the minimum level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. tire failure. i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 527
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory and additional optional equipment, but - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 528
regular production options weighing over 5 lbs (2.3 kilograms) in excess of those standard items which they replace, not previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim. Rim A metal support for - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 529
"Tire size", "Tire type code" and "Date of manufacture". Tire load rating Numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can support. Tire ply composition and material used This indicates the number of plies or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread and sidewall. Tire - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 530
use Genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for your vehicle's rims. Tire rotation can be performed on vehicles with tires of the same dimension all around. If your vehicle is equipped with tires of the same dimension all around, tires can be rotated, observing a front-to-rear rotation pattern - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 531
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This service engine can be started, even at low ambient temperatures. Tire change. Winter tires Always use have been designed specifically for use in snow conditions. Use of winter from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! G G If you use your spare tire - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 532
chains is not permissible with all wheel/tire combinations. Snow chains should only be used on the rear wheels. Follow the manufacturer's mounting instructions. Only use snow chains that are approved by Mercedes-Benz. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 533
in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet and maintenance service indicator at the designated times/mileage will result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Maintenance service indicator message The maintenance service indicator message will notify you when your next - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 534
. Resetting the system without performing the proper service as called for by the maintenance service indicator will result in engine damage and/or other vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. You can call up the maintenance service indicator display at any time to check - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 535
nor recommended by Mercedes-Benz because of the possibility of incompatibility between materials used in the production process and others applied later. Warning! G Many cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are poisonous, others are flammable. Always follow the instructions on the particular - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 536
as well as references to Mercedes-Benz approved car-care products. Power washer Paintwork, painted body components ! Follow the instructions provided by the power washer manufacturer on maintaining a distance between the vehicle and the nozzle of the power washer. Never use a round nozzle to power - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 537
Anticorrosion Wax, should be applied to the engine compartment after every engine cleaning. Before applying, all control linkage Hand-wash Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight. Only use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo. Thoroughly spray - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 538
you may scratch or damage the lens surface. 1 DISTRONIC Plus system sensor cover Switch off the ignition ( page 315). Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water and a non-scratching cloth to clean sensor cover 1. ! To prevent scratches or damage - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 539
The sensors are integrated in the front and rear bumpers and cannot be seen from the outside. ! Do not use any dry, rough or hard cloths Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water and a soft, non-scratching cloth to clean sensors 1 on the bumpers - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 540
, please contact a qualified specialist workshop such as a Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 Recessed handles of camera cover Use recessed handles 1 to swing camera cover downward. 2 Camera Clean inside of windshield in front of camera 2 with a soft cloth. Use recessed handles 1 to swing camera cover up - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 541
Clean the windshield with washer fluid shortly after cleaning the car in an automatic car wash ( page 352). ! The windshield wipers must be the window interior, do not use a dry cloth, abrasives, solvents or cleaners containing solvents. Do not touch the inside of the front, rear or side windows with - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 542
clean cloth and a mild window cleaning solution. An automotive glass cleaner is recommended. Light alloy wheels If possible, clean wheels once a week. Use Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care, a soft bristle brush and a strong spray of water for cleaning the light alloy wheels. Plastic and rubber parts - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 543
cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care. Carpets Use Mercedes-Benz approved Carpet and Fabric Care for cleaning adequate protection. Upholstery Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the tendency to give off coloring (e.g. when wet, etc - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 544
Practical hints What to do if ...? Where will I find ...? Unlocking/locking in an emergency Opening/closing in an emergency Resetting activated head restraints (S 600 only) Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Batteries Jump starting Towing the vehicle Fuses - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 545
comes on while the engine is running. The ABS Problem - Have the system checked at an authoIf the ABS control unit is malfunctioning, rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as other systems such as Parktronic*, DISpossible. TRONIC Plus*, navigation system, Park AsFailure to follow these instructions - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 546
What to do if ...? Problem Possible cause/consequence The red brake warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. In addition, the ). Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. ; - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 547
drive any further. Consult a Mercedes-Benz Center. Under no circumstances should you top up the brake fluid. This will not solve the problem. 0 (USA only) ! the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. You can be seriously - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 548
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. An on-board diagnostic connector is used by the service station to link the vehicle to the shop diagnostics system. It allows the accurate identification of system malfunctions through the readout of diagnostic trouble codes. It is located in the front left area - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 549
What to do if ...? Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution ± The yellow engine malfunc- A loss of the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Your fuel tank is empty. After refueling, start, turn off, and restart the engine three or four times in succession. The - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 550
Practical hints What to do if ...? Problem Possible cause/consequence Only vehicles with DISTRONIC You are too close to the vehicle in front of Plus*: The red distance warning you to ESP®. Exceptions: ( page 73). Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. l l v 549 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 551
Practical hints What to do if ...? Problem Possible cause/consequence The yellow ESP® warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The ESP® is Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Refuel at the next gas station ( page 489). Fasten your seat - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 552
Practical hints What to do if ...? Problem Possible cause/consequence The red seat belt telltale remains illuminated after driving off. The vehicle's speed does not exceed 15 mph (25 km/h). Suggested solution < You and/or your front passenger have forFasten your seat belts. gotten to fasten your - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 553
on while the engine is running. There is a malfunction in the supplemental restraint systems. The air bags or emergency tensioning devices (ETDs) could deploy unexpectedly or fail to activate in an accident. Suggested solution Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 554
Practical hints What to do if ...? Problem Possible cause/consequence Combination low tire presThe Advanced TPMS* multifunction display ( page 557). Have the Advanced TPMS* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. After the malfunction has been remedied the combination low tire pressure/TPMS - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 555
vehicle placard or the tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires). As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 556
lamp Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution The system is malfunctioning. Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Also read and observe any messages in the multifunction display and follow corrective steps ( page 564). 59 The front passenger - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 557
Practical hints What to do if ...? Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution The system is , have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. Also read and - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 558
accordingly and follow the additional instructions given in this Operator's Manual. Certain messages of high priority cannot be cleared from the multifunction display using # or L on the multifunction please do so with added caution. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. 557 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 559
of and, where a malfunction is indicated, addressed as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Failure to repair condition noted may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or result in property damage or personal injury. i Switching on the ignition causes - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 560
system cools down. Release electric parking brake ( page 364). Have cruise control checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Possible cause/consequence You have tried to Shift the automatic transmission to D, R or N without stepping on the brake. You have tried to switch on cruise control below - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 561
page 256). Switch on the radar sensors* using the instrument cluster control system. Clean the though you have switched off the raSee Oper. Manual dar sensors* on the vehicle. DISTRONIC Plus to other vehicles or objects, i.e. road sign restart the engine if: or similar to this, for a long time the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 562
in front being displayed in the multifunction display ( page 385). Possible solution Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Release the accelerator pedal. Drive faster than 20 mph (30 km/h) and activate DISTRONIC Plus* again. ESP® is deactivated. The automatic transmission - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 563
in position D, R or N. Before you leave the vehicle, make sure that the automatic transmission is shift to position P and that the parking brake is engaged. Front passenger airbag disabled See Oper. Manual Front passenger front air bag is Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as possible and - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 564
as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! G If the 59 indicator lamp remains illuminated with an adult occupant on the front passenger seat even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any passenger use the front passenger seat until the system has been - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 565
Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Front passenger airbag enabled See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Front passenger front air bag is Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as possible and check the front activated while driving even passenger seat for the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 566
as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! G If the 59 indicator lamp remains illuminated with an adult occupant on the front passenger seat even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any passenger use the front passenger seat until the system has been - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 567
) ( page 532). You have tried to Shift the automatic transmission to P using the gear selector lever although the vehicle is still in motion. Possible solution Have the maintenance service carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Stop the vehicle. Park Assist You attempt to activate - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 568
system. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Have the maintenance service carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the maintenance service carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Shift the automatic transmission to P or N ( page - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 569
wheels without proper sensors were No wheel sensors installed. Have the Advanced TPMS* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the wheel sensors installed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. As soon as all wheels with sensors have been mounted, the Advanced TPMS* is switched back - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 570
shift to position D: without shifting gears ed out of the set position because of a malWithout changing the automatic transmission from function. position D, drive to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If the automatic transmission is shift to position N, R or P: Do not drive. Consult an authorized - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 571
soon as it is safe to do so. Call Roadside Assistance. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ABC* is malfunctioning. The ABC* message is continuously shown. Do not turn steering wheel too far to avoid damaging the front fenders. Listen for scraping noises. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 572
ABC* system is restricted. This can impair the handling. Possible solution Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Do not drive off. Wait until the message disappears from the multifunction display. You may then drive off. Vehicle - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 573
braking, reducing steering capability. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. ABS and ESP currently unavailable See Oper. Manual ABS, ESP® as well as PRE-SAFE® are not available due - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 574
safe to do so and notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. (USA only) (Canada only) Warning! the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. You can be seriously burned - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 575
a malfunction. BAS is also switched off. As a result, PRE-SAFE® is also inoperative. Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. (Canada only) 574 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 576
Service See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence S 600 only: The brake system sensors are malfunctioning. The brake system continues to function normally with full brake force boost. Possible solution Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 577
do if ...? Display Parking brake See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence Possible solution (USA only) The parking brake is malfunctionDrive off carefully ( page 364). ing. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. (Canada only) or Release electric parking brake - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 578
Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Parking brake See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence The red indicator lamp for the electric parking brake flashes. Possible solution Pull handle for electric parking brake ( page 364). (USA only) - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 579
to do if ...? Display Parking brake See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence The red indicator lamp for the parking brake ( page 364). or Carefully drive off ( page 364). Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. (USA only) (Canada only) or Release electric parking brake - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 580
Manual Possible cause/consequence Possible solution (USA only) (Canada only) When you engage or release the electric Carefully drive off ( page 364). parking brake, the red indicator lamp for Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz the battery or restart the engine. The electric parking brake is - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 581
See Oper. Manual Possible cause transmission to P warning lamp for the electric parking brake ( page 367). lights up. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. Protect vehicle from rolling away while parked by using a chock from the vehicle tool kit ( page 613). Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 582
Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Please release parking brake Possible cause/consequence Possible solution (USA only) The red indicator lamp for the electric parkRelease electric parking brake. ing brake flashes and you also hear a warn- or ing tone. Carefully drive off ( page 364). You - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 583
v warning lamp in the instrument cluster comes on. The ABS is still operational. Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. 582 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 584
switched off Have the system checked at an authorized due to a malfunction. In addition, the v Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. and ; (USA only) or 3(Canada only) Failure to follow these instructions increases the warning lamps come on in the instrument risk of an accident. cluster. Brake - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 585
comes on. The brake system functions normally. Currently unavailable See Oper. Manual ESP® and PRE-SAFE® are switched off due to undervoltage. It Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 586
raised. The Airmatic* warning lamp goes out after several seconds. STOP, car too low The Airmatic* is malfunctioning. The Airmatic* warning lamp lights damaging the front fenders. Listen for scraping noises. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 587
overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage to the engine. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If it is intact: Drive immediately to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The battery is no longer charging. Possible causes: alternator malfunctioning broken poly - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 588
parts. You can be seriously burned. ! Do not ignore the low engine coolant level warning. Extended driving with the message and symbol displayed may cause serious engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Do not drive without a sufficient amount of coolant in the cooling - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 589
should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. During severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go traffic, the coolant temperature may rise close to 248°F (120°C). 588 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 590
. If it is intact: Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed. Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Observe the coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster ( page 28). (Continued on next page) 589 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 591
do if ...? Display Coolant level Stop vehicle! Switch engine off Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Restart the engine. If this message disappears from the multifunction display: Drive immediately to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If this message does not disappear from the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 592
Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Gas cap open Possible cause/consequence Possible solution A loss Close the fuel cap. If it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. You are driving with the hood open. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 593
recognized Possible cause/consequence The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is not recognized while the engine is running because the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is not in the vehicle. the vehicle. If necessary, operate vehicle using SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* in starter switch under KEYLESS-GO* button ( page - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 594
forget key This display appears (for a maximum of Insert SmartKey in the starter switch. 60 seconds) if the driver's door is opened or with the engine shut off and no SmartKey in Take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* with the starter switch. you when leaving the vehicle. This message is only - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 595
Possible solution Change the position of the SmartKey in the vehicle. If necessary, operate vehicle using SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* in starter switch under KEYLESS-GO* button ( page 316). SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* must be replaced. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. 594 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 596
lamp is malfunctioning. The right-hand corner-illuminating lamp is malfunctioning. The left low beam lamp is malfunctioning. Possible solution Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 621). Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 597
is malfunctioning. A substitute bulb is being used. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 598
replaced as soon as possible. Turn signal, Front Left Turn signal, Front Right High beam, Left High beam, Right License plate lamp, Left License plate lamp, Right Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Replace the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 599
342). Switch off lights or remove key Front foglamp, Left Front foglamp, Right Rear foglamp, Left Rear used. Turn the exterior lamp switch to M ( page 342). Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 600
being used. The front left side marker lamp is malfunctioning. The front right side marker lamp is malfunctioning. The rear left side marker lamp is malfunctioning. The rear right side marker lamp is malfunctioning. The left reverse lamp is malfunctioning. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 601
diodes have stopped working. A substitute bulb is being used. The right tail lamp/brake lamp is malfunctioning. This message will only appear if all light emitting diodes have stopped working. Possible solution Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Visit an authorized - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 602
Night View Assist* is malfunctioning. Possible solution Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Night View Assist currently unavailable The on Night View Assist* while the automatic transmission was in position R. Turn the exterior lamp switch to * or B ( page 342). - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 603
Night View Assist* but the light switch is not set to * or B. In addition, the automatic transmission is in position R. Night View Assist only when it is dark Engine oil level Stop vehicle! Switch engine off Possible solution Turn the exterior lamp switch to * or B ( page 342). Shift the automatic - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 604
Possible cause/consequence USA only: S 600 only: Add 1.0 qts. engine oil The engine oil level is too low. at next refueling Canada only: Add 1.0 l engine oil at next refueling Check engine oil level S 550 only: at next refueling The engine oil level has dropped to approximately the minimum level - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 605
required level with an approved oil specified in the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet. ! The engine oil level warnings should not be ignored. Extended driving with the symbol displayed could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. 604 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 606
restraint system may not work properly. Possible solution Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Malfunction on front left side Visit workshop Malfunction on Front Right side Visit workshop Malfunction on Rear Left side Visit workshop Drive with added caution to - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 607
the SRS is indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 608
One or more main functions of the Tele Aid system are malfunctioning. Possible solution Have the Tele Aid system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Tire pressure Caution, tire defect Vehicles with Advanced TPMS*: One or more tires are deflating. Vehicles with Advanced TPMS*: One or - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 609
Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Tire pressure Check tires Possible cause/consequence Vehicles with Advanced TPMS*: The pressure is too low in one or more tires. Possible solution Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. Check and adjust tire - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 610
wheels differ too radically from one another. Possible solution Have the Advanced TPMS* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the wheel sensors installed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The tire pressure for the respective tire is shown in the multifunction display after a few - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 611
cause/consequence Possible solution You have attempted to turn off the engine Shift the automatic transmission to P with the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button ( page 367). and opened the driver's door with the autoor matic transmission not shift to position P. Close the driver's door. You are driving - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 612
the compartment underneath the trunk floor. Lift up trunk floor cover and engage trunk floor handle in upper edge of trunk. You can now remove the tools and accessories. The vehicle tool kit includes: One towing eye bolt One wheel bolt wrench with socket wrench One alignment bolt One pair of gloves - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 613
jack take-up brackets built into both sides of the vehicle. To help avoid personal injury, use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack. Keep hands and feet away from the area under the lifted vehicle. Always - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 614
Minispare wheel is stored in the compartment underneath the trunk floor. Setting up the collapsible wheel chock The collapsible wheel chock plate outward 2. Guide the tabs of the lower plate all the way into the openings of the base plate 3. 1 Minispare wheel with spare wheel bolts in container on - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 615
Unlocking the vehicle If you are unable to unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*, open the driver's door and the trunk using the mechanical key. Removing the mechanical key Unlocking the driver's door i Unlocking the driver's door and/or the trunk with the mechanical key will - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 616
door and the rear doors move down. If the vehicle battery is disconnected or drained: Press down the locking knobs of the front passenger door and the rear doors manually. Exit the vehicle. Close the driver's door. Enter the vehicle through the rear left door. Press down the locking knob of the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 617
Manual" appears on the driver's display. 1 Fuel filler flap 2 Release tool 3 Protective cap Shift the automatic transmission front of or behind the vehicle. Otherwise, an accident could occur resulting in injury or fatality. Shift the automatic transmission to P and secure your vehicle in place using - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 618
should an electrical malfunction occur. The drive mechanism is behind the left sun visor. 2 Crank Take crank 2 from the Operator's Manual pouch. Switch on the ignition ( page 315). Insert crank 2 through the hole. Turn crank 2 clockwise to: 1 Cover Remove cover 1. slide roof panel/sunroof closed - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 619
(front seats) have been triggered in an accident, the active head restraints must be reset. Otherwise, the active head restraints cannot offer any additional protection in the event of another rear-end collision. Take reset tool 1 out of the Mercedes-Benz vehicle literature pouch. Guide reset - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 620
GO* are discharged, the vehicle can no longer be locked or unlocked. It is recommended to have the batteries replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of improperly. Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 621
Practical hints Replacing SmartKey batteries Pull battery compartment 2 out of the housing. Using a line-free cloth, insert new batteries 3 under contact springs 4 with the positive terminal (+) side facing up. Return battery compartment 2 ( page 619) into housing until it - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 622
has been replaced. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for headlamp adjustment. i If the headlamps or front fog lamps are fogged up on the Substitute bulbs will be brought into use when the following lamps malfunction: Brake lamps Rear fog lamps Front parking lamps Tail lamps Turn signal lamps - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 623
Practical hints Replacing bulbs Bulbs Front lamps Lamp 1 Bi-Xenon headlamp: Low and high beam1 2 Additional (driver's HiP 16 W side only) Bi-Xenon headlamps: Low beam and high beam use the same D1S-35W lamp. Do not replace the Bi-Xenon bulbs yourself. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 622 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 624
bulb. Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas. A bulb can explode if by a qualified technician. Only use 12-volt-bulbs of the Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the LEDs and bulbs for the following lamps replaced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. the Bi-Xenon lamps the front turn signal lamps the front - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 625
Practical hints Replacing bulbs Installing Guide washer fluid reservoir into mounting so that the bottom to change the bulbs of the front headlamp on the left-hand side. The washer fluid reservoir is on the front left-hand side of the engine compartment. Washer fluid reservoir (example illustration - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 626
Practical hints Replacing bulbs High beam flasher lamp In vehicles with Bi-Xenon headlamps, you can only change the halogen bulb for the high-beam flasher lamp. Turn cover 2 ( page 624) counterclockwise and remove it. Turn bulb holder 1 counterclockwise until it disengages. Take out bulb holder 1. - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 627
into holder and press it all the way down. Insert bulb holder 1 into guide in headlamp. The tab of the bulb holder must be positioned on the replaced. Have the turn signal unit replaced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Front side marker lamp bulbs Since replacing the side marker lamp bulbs - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 628
installed wiper blades may cause windshield damage. For your convenience, we recommend that you have this work carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Vehicles with SmartKey Turn SmartKey in starter switch position 1. Turn combination switch to wiper setting u ( page 351). With wiper arm - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 629
Practical hints Replacing wiper blades Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO* Turn off the engine ( page 366). Take foot off brake pedal. Turn combination switch to wiper setting u ( page 351). Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop button ( page 317) repeatedly until - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 630
that the front wheels are in a straight ahead position. Shift the automatic transmission to P. Turn off the engine ( use only. When driving with Minispare wheel mounted, ensure proper tire inflation pressure and do not exceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Drive to the nearest Mercedes-Benz - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 631
wheel from the wheel well under the trunk floor ( page 613). Lifting the vehicle Prevent the level surface: Place the wheel chock in front of and another sizeable suitable object behind use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 632
not suited for performing maintenance work under the vehicle. Never start the engine when the vehicle is raised. Never lie down under the raised vehicle. is a maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground. Never start engine while vehicle is raised. Warning! Removing the wheel G Position the jack only - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 633
these circumstances! Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tightened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to come off. This could cause an accident. Make sure you are using the correct wheel bolts. G Remove the wheel. Mounting the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 634
the trunk floor ( page 611). 1 - 5 Wheel bolts Tighten the five wheel bolts evenly, following the diagonal sequence illustrated (1 to 5), until all bolts are tight. Observe a tightening torque of 110 lb-ft (150 Nm). G Only use Genuine equipment Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts. Other wheel bolts may come - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 635
its rated service life. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for battery maintenance intervals. If you use your vehicle mostly for short-distance trips, you will need to have the battery charge checked more frequently. When replacing the batteries, always use batteries approved by Mercedes-Benz. If you - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 636
discharge or connect an accessory battery charge unit expressly approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to maintain the battery charge. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information. ! The factory-equipped VRLA battery is leak-proofed. Only use a battery as replacement - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 637
engine and switch off the vehicle's internal electrical functions ( page 637) before you disconnect or remove the battery's terminal clamps. You could otherwise destroy electronic assemblies such as the generator. Have the battery checked regularly by an authorized Mercedes-Benz must use the - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 638
accordance with the separate instructions for the accessory battery charger. i For your convenience, have the starter battery removed by a Mercedes-Benz Center. Pull out the battery ventilation hose from the battery (depending on battery arrangement in your vehicle model, the ventilation hose is - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 639
starter battery. Observe the operating instructions in the manual for the charging device while engine ( page 359). Check vehicle functions. Do not drive without a properly installed and connected consumer battery. Have any work on the consumer battery carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 640
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Only use jumper cables with sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps. Always make sure that the jumper cables are not on or near pulleys, fans or other parts that move when an engine A battery will also produce hydrogen gas, which is flammable and very - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 641
transmission to P. Turn off all electrical consumers, except hazard warning flashers or work lights. Open the hood ( page 492). Start the engine smoke. Observe all safety instructions and precautions when handling automotive starter battery is located in the engine compartment on the passenger side ( - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 642
before. Restart engine. While the engine is running, switch off several electrical consumers such as the blower. Disconnect jumper cables first from ground point 4 and negative terminal 3, then from positive terminals 1 and 2. Have the battery checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 643
Practical hints Towing the vehicle Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dolly equipment. This method is preferable to other types of towing. necessary to have the vehicle moved to a safe location - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 644
2, the vehicle doors lock if the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel be done using the properly installed towing eye bolt. Never attach deactivated ( page 223). With the engine not running, there is no power assistance accordingly. i The automatic transmission will remain locked in - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 645
page 611). 1 Cover on right side of front bumper Screw towing eye bolt clockwise into its stop and tighten with wheel wrench. Removing towing eye bolt Loosen towing eye bolt counterclockwise with wheel wrench. Unscrew towing eye bolt. Store towing eye bolt and wheel wrench in the vehicle tool kit in - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 646
rear center armrest ( page 647) In the engine compartment on the driver's side ( page 646) In the engine compartment on the passenger side ( page 647) G Only use fuses approved by Mercedes-Benz with the specified amperage for the system in question. Using other fuses may cause an overload leading - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 647
kit in the trunk ( page 611). Fuse box, driver's side (example illustration from S 550) Fuse boxes in engine compartment Opening Take the crank from the Operator's Manual pouch. Loosen screws 1 with crank. Remove jumper 3. Remove cover 2. Closing Attach cover 2. Attach jumper 3. Tighten screws - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 648
lugs 2 Cover Opening Press retaining lugs 1. Remove cover 2. Closing Attach cover 2. Press cover 2 down manually. 1 Cover Using your hands, pull cover 1 in the direction of the arrow and remove. Closing Hook cover 1 into the opening at the front. Press cover 1 back on until it engages. 647 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 649
hints Fuses Fuse box in the rear passenger compartment Closing Press cover 1 backward and engage. Emergency engine shut-down If the engine can no longer be stopped using the SmartKey or the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button, the engine can be turned off by withdrawing 3 fuses. For easy removal of fuses - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 650
Technical data Parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly-V-belt drive Engine Rims and tires Electrical system Main dimensions and weights Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. 649 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 651
parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service. More than 300 000 different parts for Mercedes-Benz models are available. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subjected to stringent quality inspections. Each part has been specifically developed, manufactured or selected for and - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 652
are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories warranties, copies of which are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet Should you lose your Service and Warranty Information booklet, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 653
rear center armrest. Vehicle Identification Number 2 is underneath a cover in the center armrest. Example illustration from S 550 3 Engine number (engraved on engine) 4 VIN, visible (lower edge of windshield) 5 Emission control information label, includes both federal and California certification - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 654
Technical data Layout of poly-V-belt drive Layout of poly-V-belt drive S 550 S 600 1 Idler pulley 2 Idler pulley 3 Automatic belt tensioner 4 ABC* tandem pump (pump for power-steering assistance and ABC* chassis) 5 Air conditioning compressor 6 Crankshaft 7 Coolant pump 8 Generator (alternator) 1 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 655
rpm (520 Nm/3000 rpm) 6500 rpm 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 2404 mm 3 Model Engine Mode of operation No. of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement engine, gasoline injection 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 656
available as standard or optional factory equipment, but can be purchased from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Depending on vehicle model and the standard or optional factory-equipped wheel rim/tire configuration on your vehicle (Appearance Package, Sport Package etc.), equipping your vehicle - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 657
Summer tires1 1 1, 2, 3 8.5 J x18 H2 1.69 in (43 mm) - 255/45 R18 99H M+S 255/45 R18 99H M+S. All-season tires Winter tires 1 2 3 Radial-ply tires For use with snow chains contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Not available as factory equipment. 656 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 658
S 600 Front axle: Rims (light alloy) AMG rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) AMG rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires 1 S 550* S 600* 8.5 J x 19 H2 - 1.69 in (43 mm) 255/40 R19 96Y 9.5 J x 19 H2 - 1.69 in (43 mm) 275/40 R19 101Y S 550 (Sport Package - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 659
19 1.38 in (35 mm) T 155/70 R19 113M1 Must not be used with snow chains. ! Please compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle Minispare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator's Manual, inflate the spare wheel tire to the recommended tire inflation pressure - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 660
Technical data Electrical system Electrical system Model Generator (alternator) Starter motor Starter battery Spark plugs Electrode gap Tightening torque S 550 14 V/180 A 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/35 Ah NGK PLKR 6A Bosch Y 7 MPP - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 661
Technical data Main dimensions and weights Main dimensions Model Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle height Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear Weights Max. roof load Max. trunk load 220 lb (100 kg) 220 lb (100 kg) S 550 (221.171) S 600 (221.176) 204.7 in ( - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 662
use only products tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at your Mercedes-Benz damaging to health. Switch off the engine before refueling. Model Engine with oil filter Automatic transmission Rear axle Hydraulic system for ADS - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 663
Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Model Front wheel hubs Brake system Cooling system All models All models Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. approx. 2.1 oz Airmatic* 1 S 600 All models All models All models All models All models Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate "MB - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 664
Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Engine oil additives Do not blend oil additives with engine oil. They may damage the engine. Damage or malfunctions resulting from blending oil additives are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 665
Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Premium unleaded gasoline ! To maintain the engine's durability and per- Fuel requirements Use only premium unleaded fuel: The octane number (posted at the pump) must be 91 min. It is an average of both the Research (R) octane number - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 666
fuel additives other than those tested and approved by us for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles listed in the Factory Approved Service Products Pamphlet are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Coolants The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 667
in the Maintenance Booklet is only applicable if MB 325.0 anticorrosion/antifreeze solution or other Mercedes-Benz approved products of equal specification (see Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet) are used to renew the coolant concentration or bring it back up to the proper level. To - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 668
Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity Model S 550 Vehicles without rear passenger compartment climate control* Vehicles with rear passenger compartment climate control* S 600 (main cooling system) S 600 (low temperature cooling system) Approx. - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 669
Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing point, use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate "MB SummerFit" and water: 1 part "MB . Do not spill washer solvent/antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may ignite and burn. You could be seriously burned. 668 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 670
up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered. Accessory weight ( page 526) Adaptive Brake Brake system that is coupled with bolt Metal pin with thread. The centering pin is an aid used when changing a tire to align the wheel with the wheel hub. A-pillar Front connecting - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 671
to connect Bluetooth devices wirelessly. Bluetooth technology uses the freely available ISM (Industrial Scientific Medical) wireless network that works at 2.45 GHz. Ranges of up to ten meters are possible with Bluetooth. CAC (Customer Assistance Center) Mercedes-Benz customer service center, which - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 672
System) Information and operating center for vehicle sound and communications systems, including the radio and navigation system, as well as other optional equipment (CD changer, telephone*, etc.). C-pillar The C-pillar is the rear connecting pillar between the roof and the vehicle body (->B-pillar - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 673
In addition, the Dynamic Rear View Monitor contains guide lines to help you with reverse parking and parallel so. It is part of the Mercedes-Benz anti-theft protection program. Electric system is a public service. Using it without due cause is a criminal offense. Engine number The number set by - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 674
for the next maintenance service accordingly. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ( page 526) Gear range Number of gears which are available to the automatic transmission for shifting. The automatic gear shifting process can be adapted to specific operating conditions using the selector lever. GPS - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 675
engine use of a SmartKey. Kickdown Depressing the accelerator past the point of resistance shifts the transmission used for normal acceleration needs. Kilopascal (kPa) ( page 527) LED (Light Emitting Diode) Semiconductor element that converts service, and calls for the next maintenance service - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 676
readings from the front passenger seat. Overspeed range Engine speeds within the red marking of the tachometer dial. Avoid this engine speed range, as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Parktronic system* System which uses visual and - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 677
engine. Power train Collective term designating all components used to generate and transmit motive power to the drive axles, including: Engine Clutch/torque converter Transmission ( page 527) REST (Residual engine heat utilization) Feature that uses the engine heat stored in the coolant to - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 678
provided by the ->GSM telephone service provider. Necessary for accessing a mobile communication network. SMS (Short Message Service) With this function you can system consists of three types of response: automatic and manual emergency, Roadside Assistance and information. Tele Aid is initially - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 679
bolts are tightened. TIN (Tire Identification Number) ( page 527) Tire load rating ( page 528) Tire ply composition and material used selected setting and speed. The driver can choose manually within a range of ground clearance, for car phones, portable cell phones and audio systems (radio, CD, etc - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 680
display 572 Accelerator position, automatic transmission 373 Accessory weight 526 Accident 363 Active headlamps 401 Air bags 45 Children 61 Front 49 Front passenger front air bag indicator lamp 53 OCS 50 Alarm system see Anti-theft alarm system Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 611, 631, 669 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 681
(COMAND) 234 Defrosting 429 Operating the rear climate control* from the front 234 Operating via COMAND 229 Rear window defroster 430 Selecting Mono mode Shifting procedure 369 Starting the engine 359 Steering wheel gearshift control 375 Transmission fluid 497 Transmission positions 370 B Backup - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 682
see Cup holder Bi-Xenon headlamps see Headlamps Bluetooth Settings (COMAND) 217 Brake assist system (BAS 622 Brake lamps 622 Fog lamps 622 Front lamps 622 High beam 622 High mounted Catalytic converter 487 CD Ejecting (COMAND) 109 Loading (COMAND) 107 Menu overview (COMAND) 110 Playback options - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 683
vehicle 61 Air bags 61 Indicator lamp front passenger front air bag off 53, 555 Indicator lamp, front passenger front air bag off 53 Infant and child Control system instrument cluster menus Assistance* 252 Audio 248 Navi 246 Service 253 Settings 254 Telephone* 249 Trip 245 Vehicle status message - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 684
350 Cruise control 380, 671 Activating 381 Canceling 382 Driving downhill 382 Driving uphill 382 Message in display 559 Setting current speed 381 Setting to last stored speed ("Resume" function) 384 Cup holder Cleaning 541 In front speedometer 255 Dimensions, Vehicle 660 Maintenance service indicator - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 685
Control panel 38, 39, 42 Entry lamps 350 Inside door handle 312 Locking 305, 309 Locking front Adjusting (COMAND) 240 Driving 359 Abroad 486 Hydroplaning 483 In winter 484 Instructions 359, 479 Problems (COMAND) 109 Loading (COMAND) 107 Playback options (COMAND) 114 Selecting a medium (COMAND) 112 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 686
Switching on 415 View through the camera 413 E Easy-entry/exit feature 328 COMAND menu 224 EBP 71 ELCODE 672 Electric parking brake 364 control 488 Emission control information label 652 Emission control system warranties 14 Engine Belt layout 653 Cleaning 536 Compartment 492 Coolant 497, 662 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 687
the vehicle 633 Mounting the Minispare wheel 629 Preparing the vehicle 629 Flexible Service System see FSS Fluids Automatic transmission fluid 661 Brake fluid 662, 663 Capacities 661 Engine coolant 497, 662, 665 Engine oil 496, 661, 663 Power steering fluid 661 Windshield washer and headlamp - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 688
lever 367 Gearshift pattern 367 Messages in display 562, 566, 567, 569, 610 Position 369 Shifting procedure 369 Transmission position 370 Global restraints 325 Front seat 324 Luxury active head restraints (S600 only) 59 Rear seat 325 Resetting activated luxury active head restraints (S600 only) 618 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 689
226 In the rear 350 Reading lamps in the front 349 Reading lamps in the rear 350 Interior rear view mirror engine 366 Unlock button 304 Key, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 306 Battery check lamp 306, 310 Closing, Trunk 440 Factory setting 309 Global locking and unlocking 309 Important notes on using - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 690
549 Engine diagnostics 547 Engine malfunction 547 ESP® 549 Front passenger front air bag off 53, 555 Fuel reserve 550 Instrument cluster 544 Maintenance service 346 Instrument cluster illumination 81, 378 Interior 348 Manual headlamp mode 343 Trunk 350 Limp-home mode 377 Line of fall 674 Loading - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 691
Service and Warranty Information Booklet 651 Low beam headlamps Replacing bulbs 622 Lowering Vehicle 633 Lubricants 661 Lumbar support COMAND) 110 Operation (COMAND) 111 Playback options (COMAND) 114 Selecting a folder (COMAND seats* 327 Multicontour seats*, front Adjusting (COMAND) 237 Multifunction - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 692
Doors 590 EBP (Electronic Brake Proportioning) 574 Engine 547 Engine oil 494, 602 ESP® 572, 582 Fog lamps 598 Front passenger front air bag 562 Fuel cap 591 Gear position, Automatic transmission 367, 370 New vehicle break-in 478 Night View Assist* 420 Cleaning the windshield in front of the camera - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 693
vehicle 61 Fastening the seat belt 339 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 53 Infant and service 533 Overhead control panel 37 Override switch 67 Overspeed range, Engine -V-belt drive 653, 676 Layout 653 Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires 517 Power - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 694
SAFE® Problems While driving 362 With vehicle 20 Product information 13 Production options weight 527 Program mode see Automatic transmission, Automatic Range (distance to empty) 246 Reading lamps in the front 349 Reading lamps in the rear 350 Rear door window Blocking operation 67 Rear fog lamp - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 695
Front lamp bulbs 623 Rear lamp bulbs engine heat utilization) 677 REST see Residual engine heat and ventilation Rest tool Depository 618 Restraint systems Messages in display 605 See Children in the vehicle See SRS Reverse gear position, Automatic transmission * Calling Sirius Service Center (COMAND - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 696
318 Drive-dynamic multicontour* in the front, Adjusting (COMAND) 240 Easy entry/exit feature 328 Folding back and placing upright rear head restraints 325 Head restraints 324 Lumbar support (COMAND) 237 Memory function 336 Multicontour* in the front, Adjusting (COMAND) 237 Operating via COMAND - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 697
, Engine 359 Steering column 330 Steering wheel Adjustment 330 Cleaning 542 Easy entry/exit feature 328 Heated steering wheel* 331 Power steering fluid 661 Steering wheel gearshift control Automatic transmission 375 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 469 Storage compartments 448 Cup holder 452 Front - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 698
Index Symbols used in this operator's manual 18 System settings (COMAND) Bluetooth settings 217 Display 213 Favorite button Assistance 465 Roadside Assistance button 465 SOS button 464 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 469 System self-check 462 Telematics 677 Telephone cradle Changing 461 Telephone* - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 699
rating 519, 528 Load rating, Maximum 523, 527 Minispare wheel 613, 658 Ply composition and material used 528 Problems under-/overinflation 509 Retreads 500 Rotating 529 Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) 515 Service life 501 Sizes 655 Snow 530 Speed rating 484, 520, 528 Storing 502 Supplemental tire - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 700
622 Front bulbs 622 Messages in display 596 Rear bulbs 622 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 528 Uphill driving Cruise control 382 Upholstery, Cleaning and care of Useful features 455 542 V Vanity mirrors In the sun visor 455 Vehicle Batteries 634 Breaking-in period 478 Care 534 Dimensions - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 701
Instructions 447 Load limit 504 Roof rack* 447 Terminology 526 Vehicle maximum load on the tire 528 Vehicle Recovery services, off (COMAND) 215 Telephone 262 Troubleshooting 299 W Warning indicators Park Assist* Parking brake 365 Warranty coverage 651 Washing the vehicle 534 Wear pattern, Tires 529 - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 702
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- 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 704
information you can find us on the Mercedes-Benz web-site www.mbusa.com or www.mercedes-benz.ca. Warning! G To help avoid personal injury, be extremely careful when performing any service work or repairs. Improper or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts or materials - 2007 Mercedes S-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 705
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Sommer\ Corporate\ Media\ AG
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Operator’s Manual
S-Class
Order No. 6515 2186 13
Part No. 221 584 13 81
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Edition A
2007
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Operator’s Manual S-Class