2010 S 400 Hybrid

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S 400 HYBRID
Supplemental Operating Instructions
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Symbols
The following symbols are found in this
Supplemental Operating Instructions
Booklet:
G Warning!
Warning notices draw your attention to
hazards that may endanger your health or life,
or the health or life of others.
! Highlights hazards that may result in

damage to your vehicle.
i Helpful hints or further information you

may find useful.
X This symbol points to instructions
for you to follow.
X A number of these symbols
appearing in succession indicates
a multiple-step procedure.
Y page This symbol tells you where to look
for further information on a topic.
YY This continuation symbol marks a
warning or procedure which is
continued on the next page.
Display Text in displays, such as the control
system, are printed in the type
shown here.

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Our company and staff congratulate you on

the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.
Your selection of our product is a
demonstration of your trust in our company
name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your desire
to own an automobile that will be as easy as
possible to operate and provide years of
service.
Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of
many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To
help assure your driving pleasure, and also
the safety of you and your passengers, we ask
you to make a small investment of time:
RPlease read this manual carefully, then
return it to your vehicle where it will be
handy for your reference.
RPlease follow the recommendations
contained in this manual. They are
designed to acquaint you with the
operation of your Mercedes-Benz.
RPlease pay attention to the warnings and
cautions contained in this manual. They are
designed to help improve the safety of the
vehicle operator and occupants.
We extend our best wishes for many miles of
safe, pleasurable driving.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
A Daimler Company
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Contents 3
Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ........................................... 7
Safety and security ............................... 9
Controls in detail ................................. 12
Practical hints ..................................... 20
Technical data ..................................... 32

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4 Index
A Combustion engine
Malfunction ...................................... 25
ABS (Antilock Brake System) ............. 10 Starting ............................................ 16
Warning lamp ................................... 24 Consumption statistics (COMAND) . . . 16
Anticorrosion/antifreeze .................... 36 Control system
Antilock Brake System Overview .......................................... 14
see ABS Coolant
Automatic transmission Anticorrosion/antifreeze ................. 36
Messages in the multifunction Capacities ........................................ 35
display ............................................. 21 Cruise control ...................................... 11
Axle oils ................................................ 35
D
B
Displays
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 11 Charging condition high-voltage
Battery battery (COMAND) ........................... 15
Charging .......................................... 28 Charging condition high-voltage
Charging condition high-voltage battery (instrument cluster) ............. 15
battery (COMAND) ........................... 15 Messages in the multifunction
Charging condition high-voltage display ............................................. 20
battery (instrument cluster) ............. 15 Multifunction and COMAND
Jump starting ................................... 29 display ............................................. 15
Messages in the multifunction DISTRONIC PLUS ................................. 11
display ............................................. 22 Driving and parking
Safety notes ..................................... 26 Safety notes ..................................... 16
see High-voltage battery Driving off ............................................ 17
Brake Assist System Driving safety systems
see BAS ABS .................................................. 10
Brakes BAS .................................................. 11
Messages in the multifunction RBS .................................................. 10
display ............................................. 23 Driving systems
Warning lamp ................................... 24 Cruise control .................................. 11
Brake system DISTRONIC PLUS ............................. 11
see RBS Driving tips .......................................... 18
DISTRONIC PLUS ............................. 18
C
Capacities and recommended E
fuel/lubricants .................................... 34 ECO Start/Stop function .................... 17
Charging condition high-voltage Electric drive
battery (COMAND) ............................... 15 Engine number ................................. 32
Climate control system ...................... 19 Engine
COMAND see Combustion engine
Charging condition high-voltage Engine number
battery ............................................. 15 Electric drive .................................... 32
Fuel consumption ............................ 16 Enviromental protection ....................... 7
Generated electric power ................ 16 ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
Overview .......................................... 14 Warning lamp ................................... 24

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Index 5
F J
Flat tire Jump starting ....................................... 29
Spare wheel ..................................... 34 Jump start terminal
Fluids Removing/installing cover ............... 28
Automatic transmission fluid ........... 35
Brake fluid ....................................... 35 L
Capacities ........................................ 34
Lamp
Engine coolant ................................. 35
see Lamps, indicator and warning
Engine oil ......................................... 35
Lamps, indicator and warning ............ 24
Power steering fluid ......................... 35
Washer and headlamp cleaning ABS .................................................. 24
system ............................................. 35 Brakes (red) ..................................... 24
Fuel ESC .................................................. 24
Instrument cluster ........................... 24
Capacity, fuel tank ........................... 35
RBS .................................................. 24
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. .......... 34
SRS .................................................. 26
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................... 35
M
H Message
High voltage
Minispare wheel
see Safety notes
see Spare wheel
High-voltage battery ........................... 10
Multifunction display
Charging .......................................... 29
Symbol messages ............................ 22
Charging condition (COMAND) ........ 15
Text messages ................................. 21
Exhaustive discharge ....................... 27
Vehicle status messages ................. 20
Messages in the multifunction
Multifunction display messages
display ............................................. 22
Automatic transmission ................... 21
Removing/installing cover ............... 27
Battery ............................................. 22
Hood
Brakes ............................................. 23
Messages in the multifunction
Display malfunction ......................... 20
display ............................................. 22
Hood ................................................ 22
HYBRID system
Automatic switch-off .................. 10, 26
Overview .......................................... 13 O
READY indicator lamp ...................... 16 Operating safety .................................... 7
I P
Indicator lamp Parking ................................................. 18
Instrument cluster .............................. 14 R
Lamps .............................................. 24
Introduction ......................................... 12 RBS (Recuperative Brake
System) .......................................... 10, 12
Malfunction ................................ 24, 26
Warning lamp ................................... 24
READY indicator lamp ......................... 16

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6 Index
Rear axle oil ......................................... 35 V

Recuperation statistics (COMAND) . . . 16
Rims ...................................................... 33 Vehicle
Risk of fire Disuse .............................................. 27
see Safety notes Towing ............................................. 31
Vehicle fire
see Safety notes
S
Vehicle modifications ........................... 7
Safety Vehicle specification
see Operating safety S 400 HYBRID .................................. 32
Safety notes ........................................... 9
Spare wheel ......................................... 34 W
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
Indicator lamp .................................. 26 Warning labels ....................................... 9
Start/Stop function Wheels, sizes ....................................... 33
see ECO Start/Stop function Winter tires .......................................... 33
Starting
see Combustion engine
Stop-and-go traffic .............................. 17
Submenu
Multifunction and COMAND
display ............................................. 14
Resetting values (COMAND) ............ 16
T
Technical data
Capacities fuels, coolants,
lubricants etc. .................................. 34
Coolant ............................................ 36
Engine oils ....................................... 36
Rims and tires .................................. 33
Spare wheel ..................................... 34
Vehicle specification
S 400 HYBRID .................................. 32
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ............................................. 35
Tires ...................................................... 33
Towing
Vehicle ............................................. 31
Trailer hitch ............................................ 7
Turning off
see ECO Start/Stop function

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Introduction 7
Enviromental protection situtations. Otherwise other road users could

be seriously or fatally injured.
Have the high-voltage battery disposed of in
an environment-friendly manner by an G Warning!
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have all work on the vehicle, especially safety-
related work, work on safety-relevant
G Warning! systems, work on the HYBRID system as well
The HYBRID system is energized by high as maintenance work, carried out by an
voltage. The components of the HYBRID authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
system are indicated by yellow warning
labels. High-voltage cables are orange- i For more information on operating safety,
colored.
refer to the Operator’s Manual.
You could be seriously or even fatally injured
when you
Rtamper with components or high-voltage Vehicle modifications
cables of the HYBRID system
G Warning!
Rtouch components or high-voltage cables Improper work on the HYBRID system or
of the HYBRID system after the vehicle has modifications of the vehicle can cause vehicle
been involved in an accident systems to cease functioning properly. You
Rtouch damaged components of the HYBRID could lose control over the vehicle and cause
system an accident.
Do not remove the high-voltage battery of the Therefore, have work on the HYBRID system
HYBRID system. Have the high-voltage and modifications of the vehicle such as
battery disposed of in an environment- installation or modification of vehicle
friendly manner by an authorized Mercedes- equipment carried out by an authorized
Benz Center. Mercedes-Benz Center
i For more information on the high-voltage i For more information on operating safety,
battery, see (Y page 26). refer to the Operator’s Manual.
Operating safety Trailer hitch

! Retrofitting the vehicle with a trailer hitch
G Warning! is not permissible. Damage caused by
When your vehicle is in electric drive mode the retrofitting the vehicle with a trailer hitch is
engine produces significantly lower noise not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
levels. Other motorists or pedestriants, Warranty.
especially those who are visually or hearing
impaired, may be unable to hear your vehicle
while it is in motion. This is particularly true
when driving at lower speeds and during
parking maneuvers. At all times, it is the
responsibility of the driver to be aware of their
surroundings, especially in these low speed

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8 Introduction
Proper use of the vehicle

Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are
familiar with the following information and
rules:
Rthe safety precautions in this manual
Rthe “Technical data” section in this manual
Rthe Operator's Manual

Rtraffic rules and regulations
Rmotor vehicle laws and safety standards

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Safety and security 9
Safety notes You could be seriously or even fatally injured

when you
Warning labels
Rtamper with components or high-voltage
G Warning! cables of the HYBRID system
Various warning labels are attached to your Rtouch components or high-voltage cables
vehicle. These warning labels are intended to of the HYBRID system after the vehicle has
make you and others aware of various risks. been involved in an accident
Do not remove any of these warning labels
Rtouch damaged components of the HYBRID
unless explicitly instructed to do so by
information on the label itself. Removing system
warning labels may cause you and others to Do not remove covers of components of the
be unaware of certain risks which may result HYBRID system that carry the yellow warning
in an accident and/or personal injury. label. Do not tamper with any components or
with the orange high-voltage cables of the
Danger of electric shock HYBRID system.
The components of the HYBRID system are
indicated by yellow warning labels to make
you aware of high voltage. High-voltage
Engine compartment
cables are orange-colored. Before opening the hood do the following:
X Engage the electronic parking brake.
X Shift the automatic transmission into park
position P.
X Switch off the ignition.
The green or yellow READY indicator lamp
(Y page 16) in the instrument cluster
goes out.
X Remove the SmartKey from the starter
switch or remove the SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO from the vehicle.
X Observe the safety notes on the danger of
electric shock in this manual.
X Observe the safety notes regarding the
hood in the Operator’s Manual.
G Warning!
The HYBRID system is energized by high
voltage.

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10 Safety and security
Automatic HYBRID system switch-off RBS (Recuperative Brake System)

The HYBRID system switches off The RBS supports you while braking by
automatically if electronic controlled brake boost and allows
Rthe Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) for regeneration of braking energy. RBS must
activates the restraint systems in an be activated when the vehicle is parked each
accident time before driving off.
X Make sure the automatic transmission is in
Ra short circuit in the HYBRID system is
park position P.
detected
X Switch on the ignition.
Ra plug connection of the HYBRID system is
X Apply the brake pedal fully and release it.
disconnected
The RBS is activated.
These measures help to prevent you from While you activate the RBS, less brake pedal
coming into contact with high voltage. pressure than usual is required and the brake
pedal travel is longer. When you release the
brake pedal, the brake pedal travel is as usual
High-voltage battery again.
G Warning! For more information on the RBS, see
The high-voltage battery of the HYBRID (Y page 12).
system is located in the engine compartment G Warning!
on the passenger side of the front wall. When
If the RBS malfunctions, the yellow RBS
the pressure inside the high-voltage battery
warning lamp é and/or the red brake
exceeds a certain value, for example in case
warning lamp $ (USA only) or J
of a vehicle fire, inflammable gas will escape
(Canada only) in the instrument cluster comes
via a duct. The inflammable gas escapes to an
on. Read and observe the messages in the
area close to the passenger-side front wheel.
multifunction display that may appear. Find
This prevents the high-voltage battery from
the subentry “Malfunction” of the entry “RBS
exploding.
(Recuperative Brake System)” in the index of
Stay away from this area of the vehicle. this manual and follow the steps described in
that section.
Driving safety systems G Warning!

If the RBS malfunctions, less brake pedal
ABS (Antilock Brake System)
pressure than usual may be required and the
Braking brake pedal travel may be longer. The brake
system still functions with full effectiveness.
When the ABS engages during braking, the If required, you have to depress the brake
ABS/ESC warning lamp ÷ in the pedal further. Adapt your speed and driving
instrument cluster (Y page 14) flashes. The accordingly.
brake pedal will pulsate only in certain
situations, for example on a slippery road. G Warning!
i For more information on the ABS, refer to Have work on the RBS, e.g. brake pad
the Operator's Manual. replacement, carried out by qualified
technicians only.

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Safety and security 11
When working on the RBS, certain

precautions must be taken, e.g. when putting
the brake system back into service.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center. Service conducted by qualified
technicians is required particularly for safety-
relevant work and work on safety-relevant
systems such as the RBS.
i For more information on the braking

system and for driving instructions, refer to
the Operator’s Manual.
BAS (Brake Assist System)

If you apply the brakes very quickly, the RBS
provides full brake boost as fast as possible.
In doing so, less brake pedal pressure than
usual is required and the brake pedal travel is
longer.
X Apply continuous full braking pressure until
the emergency braking situation is over.
The ABS will prevent the wheels from
locking.
i For more information on the BAS, refer to
Driving systems
Cruise control/DISTRONIC PLUS*
When the cruise control or the DISTRONIC
PLUS brake the vehicle, the brake pedal is not
depressed.
For information on driving with the
DISTRONIC PLUS, see (Y page 18).
i For more information on the cruise
control and the DISTRONIC PLUS, refer to
* optional Z

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12 Controls in detail
Introduction Driving off and accelerating consumes the

most energy. Thus, the electric drive supports
The HYBRID technology combines an the combustion engine with the energy stored
economical combustion engine with a in the high-voltage battery. The energy is also
powerful electric drive. The HYBRID system used for semi-electrical driving, for operation
selects the most efficient operating mode for of the electric compressor of the cooling
each driving situation automatically. You can system and to support the 12-volt on-board
drive the vehicle in the usual manner. power supply. The hybrid drive thereby
The HYBRID system turns the combustion contributes significantly to the fuel economy
engine off when stopping as often as possible of your vehicle.
in order to save fuel. You will just have to For information on driving and parking, see
continue to keep the brake pedal depressed (Y page 16).
or to activate the HOLD function. Thus, the The current operating mode of the HYBRID
engine should normally never run at idle system can be displayed in the multifunction
speed. display and in the COMAND display
When you remove the foot from the brake (Y page 14).
pedal or accelerate when the HOLD function The COMAND can also display a chart of the
is activated, the combustion engine starts fuel consumption and the electric power that
automatically. You can drive off as usual. has been generated (Y page 16).
G Warning!
When the green READY indicator lamp in the RBS
instrument cluster is on while the combustion
engine is off, the combustion engine has been With the RBS activated (Y page 10), the
turned off automatically. All vehicle systems electric drive functions as a generator when
continue to be active. When you open the coasting and braking. HYBRID converts the
driver’s door, unbuckle the seat belt, or take energy of movement into electric power and
your foot off of the brake pedal, the stores it in the high-voltage battery. The high-
combustion engine starts automatically. The voltage battery does not require additional
vehicle could start to drive off. An accident charging by other means.
causing serious or even fatal personal injury
to you and/or others could be the result.
Therefore, always do the following before
leaving the vehicle:
REngage the electronic parking brake.
RShift the automatic transmission into park

position P.
RSwitch off the ignition. The green or yellow
READY indicator lamp goes out.

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Controls in detail 13
Overview HYBRID system
Component Component
: 12-volt battery ? Electric drive
; Voltage transformer A Electric refrigerant compressor for
(transforms the voltage of the 12-volt the climate control system
battery and the high-voltage battery in
both directions for best possible
B Power electronics
power management) (control the high-voltage system)
= High-voltage battery
C Combustion engine

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Instrument cluster
Function Page The current operating mode of the HYBRID

system can be displayed in the multifunction
: ÷ ABS/ESC warning 10, display and in the COMAND.
lamp 24 The COMAND can also display a chart of the
; $ Brake warning lamp, fuel consumption and the electric power that
has been generated (Y page 16).
USA only 24
J Brake warning lamp,
Canada only 24 Selecting submenu in the
= é Recuperative Brake multifunction display
System (RBS) warning lamp 24 Use the buttons on the multifunction steering
wheel.
? Green or yellow READY
indicator lamp for the X Press button = or ; to select the
HYBRID system 16 Trip menu.
X Press button 9 or : to select the
A Multifunction display
with: HYBRID menu.
Charging level high-voltage
battery 15
Selecting submenu in the COMAND
display
Control system and COMAND X Select Vehicle Q Hybrid Q Energy.
i For information on the instrument cluster

control system and COMAND operation,

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Multifunction display and COMAND 3 High-voltage battery

display examples 4 Charging condition of high-voltage
battery in percent
5 Flow of energy
The HYBRID components that are currently
active are highlighted in the multifunction
display and the COMAND display.
Example illustration: Operating mode display

1 Combustion engine
2 Electric drive
Multifunction COMAND display Operating mode

display
The electric drive functions as a
generator when coasting and
braking. HYBRID converts the
energy of movement into electric
power and stores it in the high-
voltage battery.
The arrows that indicate the flow
of energy are green.
Boost effect – the electric drive
supports the combustion engine
when driving off and when
accelerating.
of energy are red.
Normal driving – the combustion

engine powers the vehicle.
of energy are white.

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Displaying fuel consumption and responsibility of the driver to be aware of their

generated electric power surroundings, especially in these low speed
situtations. Otherwise other road users could
The COMAND display indicates the fuel
be seriously or fatally injured.
consumption and the generated electric
power for the last 15 minutes of driving. G Warning!
X Select Vehicle Q Hybrid Q
Make sure absolutely no objects are
Consumption. obstructing the pedals’ range of movement.
Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all
obstacles. If there are any floormats or
carpets in the footwell, make sure the pedals
still have sufficient clearance.
During sudden driving or braking maneuvers
the objects could get caught between or
under the pedals. You could then no longer
brake or accelerate. This could lead to
accidents and injury.
1 Fuel consumption Starting the engine

2 Generated electric power
Each bar in the chart represents the average
value for 1 minute.
Average fuel consumption 1 can differ from
the fuel consumption that is displayed in the
From Start submenu in the Trip menu.
Resetting values
: Green or yellow READY indicator lamp
The values are reset together when resetting
the trip computer in the From Start X Switch on the ignition.
submenu. Refer to the Operator’s Manual. X Apply the brake pedal fully and release it to
activate the RBS.
The RBS is activated. For more information
Driving and parking on the RBS, see (Y page 10).
Safety notes X Observe the notes on “Starting the engine”
in the Operator’s Manual and start the
G Warning! combustion engine.
When your vehicle is in electric drive mode the The vehicle is operational when the green
engine produces significantly lower noise or yellow READY indicator lamp : is
levels. Other motorists or pedestriants, illuminated.
especially those who are visually or hearing
when driving at lower speeds and during

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ECO Start/Stop function Ryou take your foot off the accelerator pedal
When the green READY indicator lamp : in Rthe hood is closed and properly engaged
the instrument cluster is on, the combustion Rthe automatic transmission is in drive
engine turns off automatically when
position D or neutral position N
Ryou stop the vehicle and keep the brake Rthe high-voltage battery is charged
pedal depressed
sufficiently
Ryou activate the HOLD function Rthe HYBRID system is operating
All vehicle systems remain active, for undisturbed
example the climate control system.
When you remove the foot from the brake i For information on driving with the
pedal or accelerate when the HOLD function DISTRONIC Plus, see (Y page 18).
is activated, the combustion engine starts When the conditions for turning off the engine
automatically. You can drive off as usual. automatically are not fulfilled, the yellow
READY indicator lamp : is illuminated. The
G Warning!
combustion engine does not turn off
When the green READY indicator lamp in the automatically when
instrument cluster is on while the combustion
Rthe self-diagnosis of the engine
engine is off, the combustion engine has been
turned off automatically. All vehicle systems management is still running
continue to be active. When you open the Rthe temperature of the coolant or the
driver’s door, unbuckle the seat belt, or take catalyst is too low
your foot off of the brake pedal, the Rthe climate control system of the vehicle
combustion engine starts automatically. The
requires the engine to run
vehicle could start to drive off. An accident
Rthe battery is being charged
causing serious or even fatal personal injury
to you and/or others could be the result. Rthe vehicle has moved backward shortly
Therefore, always do the following before before
leaving the vehicle: Rthe automatic transmission is in reverse
REngage the electronic parking brake. gear R
RShift the automatic transmission into park Rautomatic emission tests are in progress
position P.
After the combustion engine has been turned
RSwitch off the ignition. The green or yellow off automatically, it restarts automatically in
READY indicator lamp goes out. circumstances, when
Rthe charging condition of the high-voltage
The conditions for turning off the combustion
engine automatically are fulfilled when battery has reached the lower limit
Rthe Rthe settings of the climate control systems
combustion engine has reached its
operating temperature require the engine to run, for example at an
outside temperature over 100‡ (38 †)
Rthe driver seat belt is fastened and the
driver’s door is closed
Rthe vehicle has exceeded a speed of 9 mph Driving off
(15 km/h) after driving off. In subsequent
stop-and-go traffic, brief forward Depress the brake pedal and shift the
movement of the vehicle is sufficient automatic transmission into drive position D
or reverse gear R. If the message Apply

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Brake to Shift from 'P' appears in the additional information on the DISTRONIC
multifunction display: PLUS, refer to the Operator’s Manual.
X Depress the brake pedal with somewhat
greater force and select the desired
transmission position. Parking
i Read and observe messages that may G Warning!

appear in the multifunction display When your vehicle is in electric drive mode the
(Y page 20) engine produces significantly lower noise
For more information on driving off, refer to levels. Other motorists or pedestriants,
the Operator’s Manual. especially those who are visually or hearing
Driving when driving at lower speeds and during
Driving tips responsibility of the driver to be aware of their
RThink
surroundings, especially in these low speed
ahead and keep sufficient distance.
situtations. Otherwise other road users could
RAvoid frequent and rapid acceleration as be seriously or fatally injured.
well as abrupt braking.
RIn semi-electric operation, when driving off G Warning!
and when accelerating, the electric drive When the green READY indicator lamp in the
supports the combustion engine. instrument cluster is on while the combustion
engine is off, the combustion engine has been
RThe electric drive functions as a generator turned off automatically. All vehicle systems
when coasting the vehicle with the continue to be active. When you open the
automatic transmission in drive position D driver’s door, unbuckle the seat belt, or take
and during braking. your foot off of the brake pedal, the
i For more information on the ECO Start/ combustion engine starts automatically. The
Stop function, see (Y page 17). For vehicle could start to drive off. An accident
additional general driving instructions, causing serious or even fatal personal injury
refer to the Operator’s Manual. to you and/or others could be the result.
Therefore, always do the following before
Driving with activated DISTRONIC leaving the vehicle:
PLUS REngage the electronic parking brake.
When the DISTRONIC PLUS recognizes that RShift the automatic transmission into park
the preceding vehicle stops, it will brake your position P.
vehicle to a complete stop. The combustion RSwitch off the ignition. The green or yellow
engine is turned off automatically only after READY indicator lamp goes out.
both vehicles have come to a complete stop.
The green READY indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster continues to be
illuminated.
i For more information on the ECO Start/
Stop function, see (Y page 17). For

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The parking brake indicator lamp $
(USA only) or ! (Canada only) in the
instrument cluster comes on.
position P.
X Switch off the ignition.
The green or yellow READY indicator lamp
goes out.
i For more information on parking and on
turning off the combustion engine, refer to
Climate control
Notes
The climate control system is available when
the vehicle is operational and the green or
yellow READY indicator lamp is on.
The set temperature of the vehicle interior is
maintained for a certain period after the
combustion engine was turned off
automatically. Air recirculation switches on
automatically. The indicator lamp in rocker
switch g is not lit when the air
recirculation mode is switched on
automatically.
Air conditioning switched on

automatically
If the operating temperature of the high-
voltage battery is too high, it will be cooled by
the climate control system. The air
conditioning switches on automatically.
In such circumstances it is not possible to
switch off the air conditioning via COMAND
for several minutes.
i For more information on the climate
control system, refer to the Operator’s
Manual.

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Vehicle status messages in the Rwarning/indicator lamps

multifunction display Rmalfunction/warning messages
Notes Rfailure of any systems
Warning and malfunction messages appear in Driving characteristics may be impaired.
the multifunction display located in the If you must continue to drive, do so with added
instrument cluster. Certain warning and caution. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
malfunction messages are accompanied by Benz Center as soon as possible.
an audible signal.
High-priority messages are shown in red in On the pages that follow, you will find a
the multifunction display. Messages of lower compilation of the warning and malfunction
priority are also shown in yellow or white. messages specific to the HYBRID system. For
all other warning and malfunction messages,
Address these messages accordingly and
follow the additional instruction given in this
Supplemental Operating Instructions Booklet
and in the Operator’s Manual.
Clearing display messages
Some display messages with low priority are
G Warning!
cleared from the multifunction display after
All categories of messages contain important several seconds. Other display messages
information which should be taken note of remain displayed in the multifunction display
and, where a malfunction is indicated, until you clear them manually.
addressed as soon as possible at an
Certain messages of high priority cannot be
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
cleared from the multifunction display. Such
Failure to repair the condition noted may messages will appear in the multifunction
cause damage not covered by the Mercedes- display until the causes for these messages
Benz Limited Warranty, or result in property have been repaired.
damage or personal injury.
Use the buttons on the multifunction steering
G Warning! wheel.
No messages will be displayed if either the X Clear the messages using button a or
instrument cluster or the multifunction %.
display is inoperative. Certain messages are stored in the vehicle
As a result, you will not be able to see status message memory. For information
information about your driving conditions, on calling up vehicle malfunction, warning
such as and system status messages stored in
Rspeed memory, refer to the Operator’s Manual.
Routside temperature

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Text messages
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions

Apply to Shift You have attempted to shift the automatic transmission into
Brake from 'P' drive position D, reverse gear R or neutral position N without
depressing the brake pedal or without depressing it fully.
X Depress the brake pedal fully.
Service Do not The HYBRID system is malfunctioning. The engine speed of

Required turn the combustion engine may be limited to 2000 rpm. When
engine you turn the combustion engine off, it cannot be restarted.
off or The ECO Start/Stop function is not available. In addition, an
start acoustic warning sounds.
engine X Do not turn off the combustion engine.
again X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Engine The high-voltage battery has been charged via the voltage
Can Now transformer automatically.
Be Started X Start the combustion engine and drive the vehicle for some
time in order to charge the 12-volt battery and the high-
voltage battery.

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Symbol messages
L The hood is open. The combustion engine cannot be started.

Risk of accident!
X Close the hood.
c Charging The high-voltage battery is discharged. You have switched on

Hybrid the ignition while the 12-volt battery was being charged with
Battery an approved charge unit or while jump starting the vehicle.
Please The high-voltage battery is being charged via the voltage
Wait transformer automatically. The message Engine Can Now
Be Started appears in the multifunction display after a few
minutes.
X Start the combustion engine.
X Disconnect the charge unit and drive the vehicle for some
time in order to charge the 12-volt battery and the high-
voltage battery.
If the display message Engine Can Now Be Started does
not appear after a few minutes:
X Try to start the combustion engine.
X If the combustion engine cannot be started: Contact an
c Malfunctio The combustion engine cannot be started. In addition, an

n acoustic warning sounds.
X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The combustion engine is running and the HYBRID system is

malfunctioning. In addition, an acoustic warning sounds.
The combustion engine is running and the HYBRID system is

malfunctioning. In addition, an acoustic warning sounds.
Extreme operating conditions such as driving through
standing water can cause very high moisture in the engine
compartment.
The message disappears once the engine compartment is dry.

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d Malfunctio The engine stalled when driving off.

n X Shift the automatic transmission into park position P.
X Switch off the ignition and switch it back on.
The HYBRID system is malfunctioning. The ECO Start/Stop

function may have failed and the vehicle may accelerate
slower than usual.
The combustion engine cannot be started.

J Caution The brake system is very hot due to extreme brake load.
Brakes Relieve the load on the brake system.
Overheated X
Exercise a more anticipatory driving style.
Drive
X Use the engine’s braking power on downgrades. Shift the
Carefully
automatic transmission into a lower gear.
X Continue to drive with added caution so the air stream can
cool the brakes.

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What to do if ...
Lamps in instrument cluster
Problem Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions

é The RBS is malfunctioning.
The yellow RBS Risk of accident!
(Recuperative Brake Brake pedal travel may be longer than usual and the braking
System) warning lamp behavior of the vehicle may change. The ECO Start/Stop function
is on while the may also be switched off.
combustion engine is
X Read and observe messages that may appear in the
running. In addition, an
acoustic warning may multifunction display (Y page 20).
sound. X Continue driving with added caution.
$ The RBS is malfunctioning.

(USA only) Risk of accident!
J Brake pedal travel may be longer than usual and the braking
(Canada only) behavior of the vehicle may change.
The red brake warning X Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do
lamp is on while the
so. Do not continue to drive.
combustion engine is
X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately.
running. An additional
acoustic warning X Read and observe messages that may appear in the
sounds. multifunction display (Y page 20), see Operator’s Manual.
The brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir is too low.
Risk of accident!
X Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do
so. Do not continue to drive.
X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately.
X Read and observe messages that may appear in the
multifunction display (Y page 20), see Operator’s Manual.
Do not add brake fluid. This will not solve the problem.
÷ The ESC, the ETS, or the ABS has come into operation because of
The yellow ABS/ESC detected traction loss for at least one wheel.
warning lamp flashes Risk of accident!
while driving. The cruise control or the DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
X When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible.
X While driving, ease up on the accelerator pedal.
X Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road and weather
conditions.
X Do not switch off the ESC.
Exceptions, see Operator’s Manual.

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The warning and The 12-volt battery is discharged.
indicator lamps in the X Get a jump start (Y page 29).
instrument cluster fail
or
to come on when
X Charge the 12-volt battery (Y page 28).
switching on the
ignition. or
Combustion engine

The combustion engine The high-voltage battery is discharged.
cannot be started. The The discharged high-voltage battery is being charged with the
warning and indicator ignition switched on, provided the 12-volt battery is charged
lamps in the instrument sufficiently and an approved charge unit is connected.
cluster come on when X Read and observe messages that may appear in the
switching the ignition.
multifunction display (Y page 22).
The message
Charging Hybrid
Battery Please
Wait appears in the
multifunction display.
The combustion engine The self-diagnosis has not been completed yet or the HYBRID
cannot be started. The system is malfunctioning.
multifunction display X Switch off the ignition and switch it back on.
does not display any X Try to start the combustion engine once more.
messages.
X If the combustion engine cannot be started: Contact an
The ECO Start/Stop The ECO Start/Stop function may be malfunctioning. The lamps
function does not start in the instrument cluster are on.
the combustion engine X Shift the automatic transmission into park position P.
when attempting to X Switch off the ignition and switch it back on.
drive off.
The HYBRID system is malfunctioning.


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RBS (Recuperative Brake System)

Less brake pedal X Apply the brake pedal fully and release it.
pressure is required The required brake pedal pressure and the brake pedal travel
and the brake pedal are back to normal.
travel is longer than
usual. The RBS is malfunctioning.
Risk of accident!
X Read and observe the messages in the multifunction display and
the notes on warning and indicator lamps in the instrument
cluster (Y page 24).
The brake pedal The RBS is providing electronic controlled brake boost. Read and
pulsates. observe the notes on the ABS/ESC warning lamp (Y page 10).
The HYBRID system switches of automatically

The HYBRID system Your vehicle was involved in an accident.
has switched off The HYBRID system remains switched off, if
automatically. Rthe combustion engine cannot be started again after a few
seconds
Rthe red SRS indicator lamp 6 in the instrument cluster
comes on
The HYBRID system A short circuit in the HYBRID system has occurred or a plug
has switched off connection of the HYBRID system was disconnected.
automatically. An X Read and observe messages that may appear in the
additional message multifunction display (Y page 20).
appears in the X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
multifunction display.
Battery Have any work on the batteries performed at

an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Notes
i Read and observe the safety notes
Your vehicle is equipped with a 12-volt (Y page 9) and the notes on the 12-volt
battery and a high-voltage battery. The high- battery in the Operator’s Manual.
voltage battery stores the power required for
the electric drive. The electric drive also
starts the combustion engine.

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G Warning! X Switch off the ignition.

The electrolyte, i.e. the battery fluid, is toxic The green or yellow READY indicator lamp
and caustic. Do not allow this fluid to come in (Y page 16) in the instrument cluster goes
contact with eyes, skin or clothing, for out.
example in case of an accident. X Remove the SmartKey from the starter
In case it does, immediately flush affected switch or remove the SmartKey with
area with water and seek medical help KEYLESS-GO from the vehicle.
immediately. X Observe the safety notes on the danger of
electric shock in this manual.
For information on the location of the 12-volt X Observe the safety notes regarding the
battery and the high-voltage battery, see hood in the Operator's manual.
(Y page 13).
X Open the hood, see Operator's Manual.
! Deep discharge caused by prolonged
periods of the vehicle not being used, can Removing
damage the high-voltage battery.
During such periods, operate the vehicle
every 4 weeks for several minutes in order
to charge the high-voltage battery.
During the charging process, switch off
electrical consumers that are currently not
needed, e.g. climate control system or seat
heating.
If necessary, get a jump start.
G Warning!
Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your
health. All exhaust gas contains carbon X Turn locks 1 clockwise by 90°.
monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause X Lift cover 2 as indicated by the arrows and
unconsciousness and lead to death. Do not remove it forward as seen in driving
run the engine in confined areas (such as a direction.
garage) which are not properly ventilated. X Store cover 2 in the trunk for example.
If you do not intend to operate your vehicle

for an extended period of time, contact an Installing
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center about
steps you need to observe.
Removing/installing high-voltage
battery cover
position P.

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X Place cover 1 onto the high-voltage ! The cover must be positioned and
battery carefully. installed properly. Otherwise moisture
X Push holder 2 onto pin 3. and/or dirt may impair fuse operation.
X Close the hood.
Charging the batteries

Charging the 12-volt battery
G Warning!
Never charge a battery while still installed in
the vehicle unless the accessory battery
charge unit approved by Mercedes-Benz is
X Turn locks 4 counterclockwise by 90°. being used. Gases may escape during
charging and could cause an explosion that
The cover is locked.
may result in personal injury, paint damage or
corrosion.
An accessory battery charge unit specially
Removing/installing jump start
adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and
contact cover
tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is
X Remove the high-voltage battery cover, see available. It permits the charging of the
(Y page 27). battery in its installed position. Contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for
information and availability.
Charge battery in accordance with the
separate instructions for the accessory
battery charger.
X Remove the high-voltage battery cover

(Y page 27).
X Remove the jump start terminal cover
(Y page 28).
X Follow the instructions in the separate
Removing operating instructions of the charge unit.
X Disengage tabs :.
X Remove cover ;.
X Store cover 2 in the trunk for example.
Installing
X Position cover ;.
X Press down on cover ; until tabs 1
engage.
X Install the high-voltage battery cover.

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Disconnecting the charge unit

X Disconnect the charge unit. Follow the
instructions in the separate operating
instructions of the charge unit.
X Install the jump start terminal cover
(Y page 28).
X Install the high-voltage battery cover
(Y page 27).
X Close the hood.
X Drive the vehicle for some time in order to
X Connect the positive terminal clamp of the charge the 12-volt battery and the high-
charge unit with jump start terminal 1. voltage battery.
X Connect the negative terminal clamp of the
charge unit with jump start terminal 2.
X Charge the 12-volt battery. Jump starting
Charging the high-voltage battery When the 12-volt battery is discharged, the
combustion engine can be started with
With the ignition switched on, the discharged jumper cables and the battery of another
high-voltage battery is being charged via the vehicle.
voltage transformer, provided the 12-volt Observe the following:
battery is charged sufficiently. During the
RJump starting should only be performed
charging procedure the charge unit must
remain connected to the jump start when the combustion engine and the
terminals. catalytic converter are cold.
RDo not jump start if the battery is frozen.
i The high-voltage battery can only be
charged via the 12-volt battery of your Let the battery thaw out first.
vehicle. Observe the safety notes ROnly jump start from batteries with the
(Y page 9). same voltage rating (12 V). Jump starting
with a more powerful battery could damage
X Switch on the ignition. the vehicle’s electrical system, which is not
The lamps in instrument cluster are on. The covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
message Charging Hybrid Battery Warranty.
Please Wait appears in the multifunction
ROnly use jumper cables with sufficient
display.
cross-section and insulated terminal
Start the combustion engine when the
clamps.
message Engine Can Now Be Started
appears in the multifunction display after a RAlways make sure the jumper cables are
few minutes. not on or near pulleys, fans or other parts
that move when an engine is started or
running.
RShould the battery be drained completely,
let the donating power source charge the
vehicle for several minutes before
reattempting the starting process.

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i Jumper cables and additional information Your vehicle is equipped with two jump start
on jump starting are available at any terminals in the engine compartment.
! Jump starting should only be performed

using the jump-start terminals located in
the engine compartment.
Avoid repeated and lengthy starting
attempts.
Do not attempt to start the engine using a
battery quick-charge unit.
If the engine does not run after several
unsuccessful starting attempts, have it
checked at the nearest authorized X Connect jump start terminal = with
Mercedes-Benz Center. positive terminal ; of the external battery
Excessive unburned fuel generated by with a jumper cable. Clamp the jumper
repeated failed starting attempts may cable to jump start terminal 3 first.
damage the catalytic converter and may X Connect negative terminal 1 of the
present a fire risk. external battery with jump start terminal
Make sure the jumper cables do not have 4 with a jumper cable. Clamp the jumper
loose or missing insulation. cable to negative terminal 1 of the
Make sure the cable clamps do not touch external battery first.
any other metal part while the other end is
still attached to a battery.
Starting the combustion engine
X Start the engine of the vehicle with the
Connecting the jumper cables
charged battery and run it at an engine
X Make sure the two vehicles do not touch. speed slightly above idle speed.
X Remove the high-voltage battery cover X Switch on the ignition of your vehicle.
(Y page 27). The lamps in the instrument cluster come
X Remove the jump start terminal cover on. Wait to start the combustion engine, if
(Y page 28). the message Charging Hybrid Battery
Please Wait appears in the multifunction
display.
Start the combustion engine only after the
message Engine Can Now Be Started
has appeared in the multifunction display.
This may take a few minutes.
If no messages appear in the
multifunctional display, you can start the
combustion engine directly.
X After the combustion engine of your vehicle
has been started, leave the engines of both
vehicles running at idle speed.

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Disconnecting the jumper cables

X Disconnect the jumper cables in reverse
order, starting with jump start terminal 4
(Y page 30).
X Install the jump start terminal cover
(Y page 28).
X Install the high-voltage battery cover
(Y page 27).
X Close the hood.
X Drive the vehicle for some time in order to
charge the 12-volt battery and the high-
voltage battery.
Towing the vehicle
i For information on towing and

transporting the vehicle refer to the
Operator’s Manual.
G Warning!
When you depress the brake pedal for the first
time when towing, less brake pedal pressure
is required and the brake pedal travel is longer
than usual. The same applies if a malfunction
occurs, for example when the vehicle system
voltage is too low. If required, you have to
depress the brake pedal further. Adapt your
speed and driving accordingly.
Depress the brake pedal fully and release it
again before towing. When all necessary
systems are operational again, the required
brake pedal pressure and the brake pedal
travel are back to normal.

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Identification labels Engine S 400 HYBRID
i For more information on the identification Maximum engine 6 500 rpm

labels, refer to the Operator’s Manual. speed
Firing order 1-4-3-6-2-5
Electric drive Poly-V-belt 2 404 mm
The engine number is engraved on the
housing of the electric drive. For more Electric drive S 400 HYBRID
information contact an authorized Mercedes-
Type Permanent-field
Benz Center.
synchronous motor
Output 20 hp (15 kW)
Vehicle specification S 400 HYBRID
(221.195) Maximum 160 Nm
starting torque
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes- Electrical system S 400 HYBRID
Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment. Alternator 14 V/180 A
Engine S 400 HYBRID Battery 12 V/95 Ah
Engine, type 272 Spark plugs, type Bosch Y 7 MPP33
Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, Spark plugs, 0.031 in (0.8 mm)
gasoline injection electrode gap
No. of cylinders 6 Spark plugs, 15 - 18 lb-ft
tightening torque (20 - 25 Nm)
Bore 3.66 in (92.90 mm)
Stroke 3.39 in (86.00 mm)
Main dimensions S 400 HYBRID
Total piston 213.5 cu in
Overall vehicle 206.7 in (5 250 mm)
displacement (3 498 cm3) length
Compression 11.7:1 Overall vehicle 83.5 in (2 120 mm)
ratio
width2
Output acc. to 275 hp/6 000 rpm
Overall vehicle 58.2 in (1 479 mm)
SAE J 13491 (205 kW/6 000 rpm)
height
Maximum torque 258 lb-ft/ Wheelbase 124.6 in (3 165 mm)
acc. to SAE J 1349 3 000 - 5 500
(350 Nm/ Track, front 63.0 in (1 600 mm)
3 000 - 5 500 rpm)
1 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
2 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.

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Main dimensions S 400 HYBRID Weights S 400 HYBRID

Track, rear 63.2 in (1 606 mm) Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)
Turning circle 40.0 ft (12.2 m) Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)
Rims and tires

Same size tires
S 400 HYBRID
18" wheels Rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset 1.69 in (43 mm)
All-season tires3 255/45 R18 99H M+S
Winter tires3,4,5 255/45 R18 99V M+Si
S 400 HYBRID
19" wheels Rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 19 H2
Winter tires3,4,5 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load) M+Si
Mixed size tires
S 400 HYBRID
19" wheels Front axle Rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 19 H2
All-season tires3 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load)
M+S
Rear axle Rims (light alloy) 9.5 J x 19 H2
All-season tires3,6 275/40 R19 101V M+S
3 Radial-ply tires.
4 For use with snow chains contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
5 Not available as factory equipment.
6 Must not be used with snow chains.

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S 400 HYBRID7
19" wheels Front axle AMG rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 19 H2
All-season tires3 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load)
M+S
Rear axle AMG rims (light alloy) 9.5 J x 19 H2
All-season tires3,6 275/40 R19 101V M+S
Spare wheel
S 400 HYBRID
Rim (steel) 4.5 B x 19 H2
Minispare tire6 T 155/70 R19 113M
Recommended tire inflation pressure 61 psi (4.2 bar)
Capacities fluids. Otherwise you could endanger persons

or the environment.
Vehicle components and their respective Keep service fluids out of the reach of
lubricants must match. Therefore only use children.
products tested and approved by Mercedes- For health reasons, you should prevent
Benz. service fluids from coming into direct contact
For information on tested and approved with your skin or clothing.
products, contact an authorized Mercedes- If a service fluid is swallowed, contact a
Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA physician immediately.
only).
G Warning!
Comply with all valid regulations with respect
to handling, storing, and disposing of service
7 Vehicles with AMG Sport Package.

3 Radial-ply tires.
6 Must not be used with snow chains.

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Model Capacity Fuels, coolants,

S 400 HYBRID lubricants, etc.
Engine with oil filter 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) Approved engine

oils
Automatic 9.8 US qt (9.3 l) MB Automatic
transmission Transmission Fluid
Rear axle 1.2 US qt (1.1 l) Hypoid gear oil
Power steering approx. 1.1 US qt (1.0 l) MB Power Steering
Fluid or approved
Dexron III ATF
Brake system 0.63 US qt (0.6 l) MB Brake Fluid
(DOT 4+)
Cooling system approx. 11.6 US qt 11.0 l) MB 325.0
Anticorrosion/
Antifreeze
Fuel tank 23.8 US gal (90.0 l) Premium unleaded
gasoline (Minimum
Fuel tank reserve approx. 2.9 US gal (11.0 l) Posted Octane 91
[Avg. of
96 RON/86 MON])
Air conditioning — R134a refrigerant
system and special
PAG lubricant oil
(never R 12)
Washer system and 6.9 US qt (6.5 l) MB Windshield
headlamp cleaning Washer
system Concentrate8, see
Operator's Manual
Washer fluid mixing
ratio, see Operator's
Manual
8 Mixed with water or commercially available premixed washer solvent/antifreeze.

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Approved engine oils i For more information on approved engine

oils, refer to the Operator's Manual.
Use the table below to determine the
MB sheet number.
Coolants
Model Engine, MB
type sheet The engine coolant is a mixture of water and
S 400 HYBRID anticorrosion/antifreeze.
number
The cooling system was filled at the factory
272 229.5 with a coolant providing freeze protection to
approximately -35‡ (-37†) and corrosion
protection.
i MB sheet numbers are printed on the
outside of oil containers.
Model Approximate freeze protection

S 400 HYBRID -35‡ (-37†) -49‡ (-45†)
Cooling system 5.0 US qt (4.75 l) 5.5 US qt (5.2 l)
! Add premixed coolant solution only.

Adding water and MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/
Antifreeze separately from each other,
could cause engine damage not covered by
the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
i For more information on coolants, refer to

the Operator's Manual.

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Service and Literature

Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has
trained technicians and Genuine Mercedes-
Benz Parts to service your vehicle properly.
For expert advice and quality service, contact
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
If you are interested in obtaining service
literature for your vehicle, please contact an
We consider this the best way for you to
obtain accurate information for your vehicle.
For further information you can find us on the
Mercedes-Benz web-site www.mbusa.com
(USA only) or www.mercedes-benz.ca
(Canada only).
G Warning!
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 may damage the vehicle or its
equipment, which may in turn result in
personal injury.
If you have any questions about carrying out
any type of service, turn to the advice of an
We reserve the right to make changes in

design and equipment.
Therefore, information, illustrations and
descriptions in this Supplemental Operating
Instructions might differ from your vehicle.
Reprinting, translation and copying, even of
excerpts, is not permitted without our prior
authorization in writing.
Press time May 13, 2009
GSP/OIS
Printed in U. S. A.

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Proper use of the vehicle

Rthe Operator's Manual

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Safety and security 9

Safety notes You could be seriously or even fatally injured

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10 Safety and security

Automatic HYBRID system switch-off RBS (Recuperative Brake System)

Driving safety systems G Warning!

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When working on the RBS, certain

i For more information on the braking

BAS (Brake Assist System)

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Introduction Driving off and accelerating consumes the

RShift the automatic transmission into park

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Overview HYBRID system

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Function Page The current operating mode of the HYBRID

i For information on the instrument cluster

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Multifunction display and COMAND 3 High-voltage battery

Example illustration: Operating mode display

Multifunction COMAND display Operating mode

Normal driving – the combustion

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Displaying fuel consumption and responsibility of the driver to be aware of their

1 Fuel consumption Starting the engine

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i Read and observe messages that may G Warning!

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X Engage the electronic parking brake.

Air conditioning switched on

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Vehicle status messages in the Rwarning/indicator lamps