Description of Indicator Based Service [A - H]

Flexible service system (FSS) (service indicator):

Service Indicator:

Service Symbols:

Multifunction Steering Wheel:

Buttons On Multifunction Steering Wheel:

The FSS permits a flexible service schedule that is directly related to the operating conditions of the vehicle.

The service symbol appears together with a message in the multifunction indicator prior to the next suggested service.

Depending on operating conditions throughout the year, the next service is calculated and displayed in days or distance remaining.

The message is displayed for approximately 10 seconds when turning the electronic key in starter switch to position 2, or while driving when reaching the service warning threshold.

The symbols and messages indicate the type of service to be performed:

One of the following messages will appear in the display (e.g. Service A):

"SERVICE A - IN xx DAYS"
"SERVICE A - IN xx MILES" (Canada: KM)
"SERVICE A - EXCEEDED BY xx DAYS"
"SERVICE A - EXCEEDED BY xx MILES" (Canada: KM)
"SERVICE A - DUE NOW"

The next service due date is displayed either in days or in miles, depending on your driving style.

Once the suggested service term has passed, the symbol and message appear for approximately 30 seconds and a signal sounds every time when turning the electronic key in starter switch to position 2.

The service indicator disappears automatically after 30 seconds or if the knob for instrument cluster illumination in the instrument cluster is pressed.

Calling up service indicator manually:

Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 2.

Call up the trip odometer and main odometer by pressing button 3 or 4 on the multifunction steering wheel until the display appears.

Press button 5 or 6 until the FSS indicator appears.

The next or previous system is displayed by pressing button 3 or 4.

Important!

The FSS indicator is not an engine oil level indicator.

Note:

When disconnecting vehicle battery for one or more days at a time, such days will not be counted. Any such days not counted by the FSS can be added by your Mercedes-Benz Center.

The interval between services is determined by the type of driving for which the vehicle is used. For example, driving at extreme speeds, and cold starts combined with short distance driving in which the engine does not reach operating normal temperature, reduce the interval between services.

Following a completed A or B service the Mercedes-Benz Center sets the counter mileage to 10,000 miles (Canada: 15,000 km) and 365 days.

The counter can also be set by any individual. To do so:

Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 2.

To call up the trip odometer and main odometer, press button 3 or 4 on the multifunction steering wheel until the display appears.

Press button 5 or 6 until the FSS indicator appears.

Press the reset knob on the instrument cluster for approximately 4 seconds.

The multifunction display will show the question:

"DO YOU WANT TO RESET SERVICE INTERVAL? - CONFIRM BY PRESSING R"

Press the reset knob on the instrument cluster again for approximately 4 seconds to reset the service indicator until a signal sounds.

The new service indicator is displayed with the reset distance of 10,000 miles (Canada 15,000 km).

If the FSS counter was inadvertently reset, have a Mercedes-Benz Center correct it.

However you choose to set your reference numbers, the scheduled services as posted in the Service Booklet must be followed to properly care for your vehicle.