2017 Mercedes-Benz B-CLASS Owner’s Manual

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class is a stylish, useful, and fuel-efficient luxury compact car that can be used in a lot of different ways. This high-end hatchback changes the way people think about getting around in cities. It has a sleek design and a roomy cabin that makes it easy to fit both people and things. The 2017 B-Class is made for modern ways of living. It has advanced technology features, an easy-to-use entertainment system, and a variety of driver-assistance technologies to make driving safer and more convenient. Under the hood, you can choose from a variety of efficient and environmentally friendly engines that make driving smooth and quick. The car’s agile handling and small size make it a great choice for city dwellers who want comfort and luxury in a small package. The 2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class is a great choice for families who want a car that is both useful and stylish. It is great for driving through busy streets or going on weekend trips.

Center console

Center console, upper section

1. Multimedia system (see the
   separate operating instructions)
2. Seat heating 82
3. Parking Assist
   PARKTRONIC 141
4. Activates RANGE PLUS 120
5. Hazard warning lamps 89
6. PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamp 39
7. Selects the drive program 114
8. Pre-entry climate control 105

Cargo compartment

Important safety notes

WARNING
If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip over or be flung around and thereby hit vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction.
Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around. Secure objects, luggage or loads against slipping or tipping before the journey.

The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above and behind the tailgate.
The opening dimensions of the tailgate can be found in the “Vehicle data” section
(Y page 286).
You should preferably place luggage or loads in the cargo compartment. Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 207).
Do not leave the SmartKey in the cargo compartment. You could otherwise lock yourself out.
The tailgate can be:
Ropened and closed manually from outside released with the emergency release from the inside

Tailgate emergency release

General notes
The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above and behind the tailgate.
The opening dimensions of the tailgate can be found in the “Vehicle data” section (Y page 286).
If the tailgate can no longer be unlocked:

• using the SmartKey, or
• using the remote operating switch in the door control panel:
  Use the emergency release on the inside of the tailgate.
  You can reach the emergency release via the cargo compartment.

Opening 

• Remove cargo compartment cover (Y page 213).
• Fold the rear seat backrest forward (Y page 211).
• Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey (Y page 68).
• Insert mechanical key ; into opening: in the trim and push it in.
• Open the tailgate.
• Insert the mechanical key into the SmartKey (Y page 68).

Side windows
Important safety notes

WARNING
While opening the side windows, body parts could become trapped between the side window and the door frame as the side window moves. There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that nobody touches the side window during the opening procedure. If somebody becomes trapped, release the switch or pull the switch to close the side window again.
While closing the side windows, body parts in the closing area could become trapped. There is a risk of injury.
When closing make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area. If somebody becomes trapped, release the switch or press the switch to open the side window again.
If children operate the side windows they could become trapped, particularly if they are left unsupervised. There is a risk of injury.
Activate the override feature for the rear side windows. When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.

Side window reversing feature
The side windows are equipped with an automatic reversing feature. If a solid object blocks or restricts a side window from traveling upwards during the automatic closing process, the side window opens again automatically. During the manual closing process, the side window only opens again automatically after the corresponding switch is released. The automatic reversing feature is only an aid and is no substitute for your attention when closing a side window.

WARNING
The reversing feature does not react:

• to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fingers
• while resetting
  This means that the reversing feature cannot prevent someone being trapped in these situations. There is a risk of injury.
  Make sure that no body parts are in close proximity during the closing procedure. If someone becomes trapped, press the switch to open the side window again.

Opening and closing the side windows
The switches for all side windows are located on the driver’s door. There is also a switch on each door for the corresponding side window.
The switches on the driver’s door take precedence.

1. Front left
2. Front right
3. Rear right
4.  Rear left

• Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock (Y page 109).
• To open manually: press and hold the corresponding switch.
• To open fully: press the switch beyond the point of resistance and release it.
  Automatic operation is started.
• To close manually: pull the corresponding switch and hold it.
• To close fully: pull the switch beyond the point of resistance and release it.
  Automatic operation is started.
• To interrupt automatic operation: press/ pull the corresponding switch again.

If you press/pull the switch beyond the point of resistance, automatic operation is started in the corresponding direction. You can stop the automatic operation by pressing/pulling the switch again.
You can continue to operate the side windows after switching off the drive system or removing the SmartKey. This function is avail-able for up to five minutes or until the driver’s or front-passenger door is opened.
When the override feature for the side win-dows is activated (Y page 58), the side win-dows cannot be operated from the rear.

Convenience opening
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or the Exclusive package: you can ventilate the vehicle before you start driving.
The SmartKey can also be used to carry out the following functions simultaneously:
Runlock the vehicle
Ropen the side windows
The convenience opening feature can only be operated using SmartKey.
The “convenience opening” feature is also available when the vehicle is unlocked.
Vehicles with the Exclusive package but without KEYLESS-GO: for the following operations, point the tip of the SmartKey at the door handle on the driver’s door. The SmartKey must be close to the driver’s door handle.

Seats

WARNING
You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving:

• adjust the driver’s seat, head restraint, steering wheel or mirrors
• fasten the seat belt
  There is a risk of an accident.
  Adjust the driver’s seat, head restraint, steering wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt before starting the vehicle’s drive system.

Observe the following when adjusting steering wheel :, seat belt ; and driver’s seat =:

• you are as far away from the driver’s air bag as possible
• you are sitting in a normal upright position
• your thighs are slightly supported by the seat cushion
• your legs are not entirely stretched and you can depress the pedals properly
• the back of your head is supported at eye level by the center of the head restraint
• you can hold the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent
• you can move your legs freely
• you can see all the displays in the instrument cluster clearly
• you should have a good overview of traffic conditions
• the seat belt is pulled snugly against the body and is routed across the center of your shoulder and across your hips in the pelvic area
  Further related subjects:
• Adjusting the seats electrically (Y page 80)
• Adjusting the steering wheel manually (Y page 83)
• Fastening the seat belt correctly (Y page 42)
• Adjusting the rear-view mirror and exterior mirrors (Y page 84)
• Vehicles with a memory function: saving the seat, steering wheel and exterior mirror settings using the memory function (Y page 85)

FAQ