Mercedes-Benz Actros and Arocs Trucks 2024 Operator’s Manual
The Mercedes-Benz Actros and Arocs Trucks 2024 Operator’s Manual is the definitive factory reference document for operating, maintaining, and managing the latest generation of Mercedes-Benz heavy-duty commercial vehicles. Published directly by Daimler Truck AG for model designation 963, this extensive 595-page publication provides fleet owners, transport operators, and professional commercial vehicle drivers with the exact factory protocols required to maximize uptime, ensure operational safety, and protect high-value heavy transport assets. Whether deploying an Actros 1845 tractor on long-distance interstate haulage or an Arocs 3342 severe-duty tipper across demanding off-road construction sites, this guide ensures every onboard subsystem is operated within manufacturer tolerances.
Document Identification & File Details
This digital publication represents the June 2024 factory release directly from Daimler Truck AG documentation engineering:
- Manual Type: Operator’s Manual / Owner’s Operating Instructions
- Brand: Mercedes-Benz Trucks (Daimler Truck AG)
- Vehicle Series & Models: Actros and Arocs (Product Series 963)
- Part / Item Number: A9605840267
- Publication Edition / Date: June 2024 (Copy Deadline: 06.03.2024)
- Document Language: English (ENG)
- Total Page Count: 595 pages
- File Delivery Format: Digital PDF
Driver Cockpit Layout, Digital Displays & MirrorCam System
Modern commercial transport demands complete mastery of cabin systems. The Mercedes-Benz Actros and Arocs Trucks 2024 Operator’s Manual breaks down every control interface across both Classic Cockpit and advanced multimedia dashboard configurations. Drivers receive step-by-step guidance on navigating the central instrument cluster, utilizing the economical green operating band on the tachometer to optimize fuel burn, interpreting dual brake circuit supply pressure gauges, and monitoring AdBlue consumption in real time.
A major focus of this edition is the factory operating procedure for the digital MirrorCam system. Replacing traditional glass exterior mirrors with high-definition digital cameras and A-pillar interior monitors, the MirrorCam architecture includes sophisticated operational modes detailed extensively in this manual:
- Split-Screen Display Field: Upper screen section displays the primary driving mirror field of view, while the lower section provides an integrated wide-angle perspective.
- Automatic Semitrailer Tracking: Dynamic cornering assistance that tracks the articulated rear edge of the trailer during turning maneuvers based on tractor articulation angle and vehicle speed.
- Manoeuvring View: Low-speed wide-angle visibility mode for docking and tight terminal navigation, activated automatically upon engaging reverse or manually below 10 km/h.
- Distance Indicator Lines & Overtaking Assistant: Calibrated visual reference lines displayed on monitors to gauge following distance, lane clearance, and safe merging intervals at speeds exceeding 30 km/h.
- Camera Arm Self-Protection & Lens Heating: Automatic thermal lens heating preventing snow and ice build-up, plus warning indicators (including the 4-degree deviation alert) when the external camera arm is knocked out of its calibrated position.
Powertrain, Transmission & Traction Control Architecture
Equipped across long-haul, distribution, and construction segments, the Actros and Arocs utilize sophisticated driveline systems managed through steering column stalks and dedicated console banks. This Mercedes-Benz Actros operator manual explains the full capabilities of the automated manual transmission and specialized auxiliary drives:
- Drive Programs & Shift Management: Operating guidelines for Automatic (A Economy) and Manual (M) shift strategies, including kickdown protocols, crawler mode for ultra-slow precision creeping, and the rocking-free function designed to extract bogged vehicles on soft terrain.
- Traction Management & Differential Locks: Sequential engagement protocols for transfer-case front-axle engagement, off-road reduction gearing, and inter-axle and inter-wheel differential locks using the rotary dash selector without causing driveline wind-up.
- Auxiliary Drives & PTO: Procedures for activating engine-driven (NMV) and transmission-driven power take-offs, preselecting constant working speeds, tipper body hydraulic engagement, and monitoring hydraulic auxiliary drive fluid levels and cooling fan assemblies.
- Turbo Retarder Clutch: Hydrodynamic clutch operation for wear-free starting under massive gross combination weights (GCW) and enhanced low-speed maneuvering on extreme inclines.
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) & Vehicle Safety
The 2024 release covers the newest European General Safety Regulation (GSR) electronic safety architectures implemented across the Actros and Arocs lineups. The Actros Arocs trucks operating instructions provide critical operating parameters, detection thresholds, and system limits for:
- Active Brake Assist 6 (ABA 6): Multi-lane radar and camera fusion providing automated emergency braking for stationary obstacles, moving vehicles, crossing pedestrians, and bicyclists directly ahead of the vehicle.
- Frontguard Assist: Near-field forward monitoring designed to prevent collision with vulnerable road users situated in the vehicle’s forward blind spot during departure.
- Sideguard Assist 2 / Active Sideguard Assist 2: Full-length passenger and driver-side radar coverage alerting operators to cyclists, pedestrians, and street furniture during turns and lane changes, with automated active braking intervention where specified.
- Predictive Powertrain Control (PPC): Satellite-supported topographic cruise control that automatically adjusts road speed, gear selection, and neutral coasting (EcoRoll) based on 3D road gradient terrain data.
- Electronic Parking Brake & Braking Assists: Operation of the automated spring-loaded parking brake, trailer independent brake control, hill holder, continuous engine brake staging, and the frequent-stop brake for urban delivery duty cycles.
Pneumatic Level Control, Axle Loading & Cabin Ergonomics
Heavy hauling demands precise axle load distribution and chassis height adjustment. This operator’s handbook details the factory procedures for controlling air suspension via the cab remote unit, dashboard switches, or digital on-board menus. Operators can program and recall custom driving levels, activate road paver mode for asphalt laying equipment, engage raised chassis heights for bulk tipper stability, and utilize the starting-off aid to transfer weight to the drive axle on slick surfaces. In multi-axle configurations, detailed instructions outline the raising and lowering of trailing axles and the automated centering of steerable auxiliary axles.
For driver comfort and cab functionality across ClassicSpace, CompactSpace, StreamSpace, BigSpace, and GigaSpace cabs, the manual details seat suspension damping adjustments, pneumatic lumbar support, integrated seat climate control and massage cycles, bunk folding mechanisms in M-cab and L-cab formats, and the executive SoloStar Concept lounge interior featuring fold-out tables and corner relaxation seating.
Preventive Maintenance, Operating Fluids & Emergency Assistance
Minimizing workshop visits begins with disciplined daily maintenance. The Mercedes Actros and Arocs heavy truck manual serves as an essential shop companion by defining routine check routines and fluid specifications:
- Front Maintenance Flap Inspection: Accessing the engine oil dipstick/top-up point, coolant expansion reservoir, hydraulic clutch fluid circuit, and windscreen/headlamp washer system.
- Exhaust Gas Aftertreatment (BlueTec): Refilling instructions and operational parameters for BlueTec 4, BlueTec 5, and BlueTec 6 SCR systems, handling AdBlue storage and quality requirements, reading instrument cluster emission diagnostic telltales, and manually initiating diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration.
- Cab Tilting & Under-Cab Engine Operation: Critical safety protocols for mechanical-hydraulic and electro-hydraulic cab tilting, including secondary safety latches, interior loose-object clearing, and utilizing auxiliary engine start/stop buttons on the engine block while the cab is tilted.
- Emergency Procedures: Fuel system draining and priming instructions following fuel starvation, releasing spring-loaded brake cylinders mechanically for towing, jump-starting 24-volt battery arrays, and accessing the central electrical fuse carrier and automatic circuit breakers.
- Wheels & Tires: Inspection standards for standard single tires, twin tires, and heavy-duty Trilex wheel rim assemblies, including exact wheel nut torque specifications and pressure monitoring thresholds.
Chapters Covered
Extracted directly from the factory publication, the Mercedes-Benz Actros and Arocs Trucks 2024 Operator’s Manual contains the following comprehensive chapters and sub-sections:
Complete PDF Bookmark Tree
Complete Bookmarks
The complete bookmarks in the “Mercedes-Benz Actros and Arocs Trucks 2024 Operator's Manual” are as follows:
Table of contentsp. 5
+Document organisationp. 17
+Use and meaning of symbolsp. 17
Useful informationp. 17
Factual and environmental informationp. 17
Warning noticesp. 17
Symbols and structuring aidsp. 17
+General notesp. 18
Environmental protectionp. 18
Mercedes-Benz Genuine Partsp. 18
+Information about attachments, add-on equipment, installations, and conversionsp. 19
Information on body/equipment mounting directivesp. 19
Operator's Manualp. 20
Operating safetyp. 21
+Declarations of Conformity and National Notesp. 22
Electromagnetic compatibilityp. 22
+Jackp. 22
For the United Kingdom only:p. 23
Diagnostics connectionp. 24
Notes on changes to the engine outputp. 25
Qualified specialist workshopp. 25
Vehicle registrationp. 25
Correct use of the vehiclep. 26
+Information on the REACH regulationp. 26
EU and EFTA countries only:p. 26
Notes for persons with electronic medical aidsp. 26
Liability for material defectsp. 27
+Data storagep. 27
+Data processing in the vehiclep. 27
Electronic control unitsp. 27
Personal datap. 27
Legal requirements regarding the disclosure of datap. 28
Operational data in the vehiclep. 28
Convenience and infotainment functionsp. 29
Smartphone integration (e.g. Android Auto or Apple CarPlay®)p. 29
+Information on service providersp. 30
Wireless network connectionp. 30
Manufacturer's servicesp. 30
Third party servicesp. 30
Data protection informationp. 30
Copyrightp. 31
+At a glancep. 32
Cockpitp. 32
Overhead control panelp. 34
+Instrument clusterp. 36
Classic cockpit displaysp. 36
Classic Cockpit warning/indicator lampsp. 37
+Switch panelsp. 39
+Switch panels in the cockpitp. 39
Driver cockpitp. 39
Door control unitsp. 41
Door control unitsp. 43
Bunk switch panelp. 45
Multifunction steering wheelp. 46
Combination switch and multifunction leverp. 48
+Occupant safetyp. 50
+Restraint systemp. 50
Protection provided by the restraint systemp. 50
Limitations of the protection provided by the restraint systemp. 50
Operational readiness of the restraint systemp. 51
Restraint system malfunctionp. 51
Function of the restraint system in the event of an accidentp. 51
+Seat beltsp. 52
Protection provided by the seat beltp. 52
Limitations of the protection provided by the seat beltp. 53
Fastening and adjusting the seat beltsp. 54
Releasing the seat beltp. 55
Function of the seat belt warning for the driver and co-driverp. 55
+Airbagp. 55
Airbag installation locationp. 55
Protection provided by the airbagp. 55
Limitations of the protection provided by the airbagp. 56
+Travelling safely with children in the vehiclep. 57
Always observe when children are travelling in the vehiclep. 57
Be diligentp. 57
The generic term child restraint systemp. 57
Observe laws and regulationsp. 57
+Detecting risks, avoiding dangersp. 58
Securing systems for child restraint systems in the vehiclep. 58
Advantages of a rearward-facing child restraint systemp. 58
Always secure child restraint systems correctlyp. 58
Do not make modifications to child restraint systemsp. 59
Only use child restraint systems which are not damagedp. 59
Avoid direct sunlightp. 59
Observe the following when stopping or parkingp. 60
Securing the child restraint system with the seat belt on the co-driver's seatp. 60
Notes on pets in the vehiclep. 61
+Opening and closingp. 62
+Electronic keyp. 62
Overview of electronic keysp. 62
Using the emergency key elementp. 62
Deactivating the function of the keyp. 63
Carry out lamp check with the keyp. 63
Unlocking and locking the central locking systemp. 63
Operating the convenience central locking systemp. 65
Cab lock anti-intrusion protectionp. 67
+ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)p. 67
Notes on ATAp. 67
Switching ATA on/offp. 68
Replacing the key batteryp. 70
Problems with the locking systemp. 71
Getting in and outp. 71
+Side windowsp. 72
Opening and closing the side windowsp. 72
Resetting the side windowsp. 73
+Roofp. 74
Operating the sliding sunroof and the pop-up roofp. 74
Opening and closing the roof hatchp. 78
Opening and closing the circular roof hatchp. 78
Retracting/extending the roller sunblindp. 80
+Driver cockpitp. 81
Notes on the seatsp. 81
Operating the seatp. 83
+Bunks and daybeds in the L cabp. 87
Overview of bunks and daybedsp. 87
Information on the ladderp. 87
Folding the top bunk up/downp. 87
Folding the bottom bunk up/downp. 89
Notes on seat/daybed combinationsp. 91
Folding the top bunk up/downp. 92
To pull out or push in bottom bunkp. 93
+SoloStar Conceptp. 93
Using the front passenger's seat and folding tablep. 93
Folding the bunk down/upp. 94
+Bunks in the M-cabp. 96
Overview of bunks in the M cabp. 96
Bottom standard bunk/upholstered stowage spacep. 96
Use bottom standard bunk (partitioned)p. 97
Adjusting the multifunction steering wheelp. 98
+Outside mirrorsp. 99
Adjusts the outside mirrorsp. 99
Activate/deactivate the mirror heaterp. 100
+MirrorCam systemp. 100
Notes on the MirrorCam systemp. 100
Function of the MirrorCam systemp. 102
Operating the MirrorCam systemp. 103
Adjusting the field of visionp. 104
+Overview of display situations in the displayp. 107
Distance linesp. 107
Overtaking assistantp. 108
Explanation of the symbols in the displayp. 109
+Exterior lightingp. 109
Lamp checkp. 109
Light switch overviewp. 109
Switching dipped beam on/offp. 110
Switch daytime running lights on/offp. 111
Switching automatic driving lights on/offp. 111
Switch front and rear fog light on/offp. 112
Cornering light functionp. 112
How Adaptive Highbeam Assist worksp. 112
+Combination switchp. 114
Using the high beam and headlamp flashingp. 114
Using the turn signal indicatorsp. 115
Switch the illuminated Mercedes star on/offp. 115
Switch the rotating beacon on/offp. 116
Switch position lamps on roof on/offp. 116
Activate/deactivate additional headlampp. 116
Switch interior lighting on/offp. 117
+Replacing bulbsp. 119
Notes on changing a bulbp. 119
Bulbsp. 120
Replacing front bulbsp. 121
Replacing rear bulbsp. 127
Replacing interior lighting bulbsp. 128
Changing additional bulbsp. 128
Partially masking headlights – left-hand/right-hand trafficp. 130
+Good visibilityp. 132
Using the windscreen wipersp. 132
Using the windscreen washer systemp. 133
Switch the windscreen heater on/offp. 133
+Notes on winter operationp. 134
Headlampsp. 134
Windscreen wipersp. 134
+Power supplyp. 134
Using the battery disconnect switchp. 134
+Overview of socketsp. 135
12 V socketsp. 136
24 V socketsp. 136
24 V power socketp. 137
Use 12 V voltage converterp. 137
+Practical tipsp. 137
Using the cigarette lighterp. 137
Activate/deactivate the smoke detectorp. 138
+Stowage spaces and stowage compartmentsp. 139
Notes on stowage spaces and compartmentsp. 139
Opening and closing stowage compartmentsp. 140
Notes on the cosmetic mirrorp. 142
Folding the folding table in/outp. 143
Notes on cup/bottle holdersp. 144
Couple/uncouple the compressed-air connection in the cabp. 144
+Communicationp. 145
Notes on the audio device (radio)p. 145
Operate audio devices (radio) with the bed/bunk switch panelp. 145
+Telephonep. 146
Notes on the telephonep. 146
Using the notebook holderp. 146
+Air conditioningp. 148
Notes on climate controlp. 148
Overview of air conditioning system functionsp. 148
+Cooling with air dehumidificationp. 149
Notes on cooling with air dehumidificationp. 149
Switching cooling with air dehumidification (air-conditioning system) on/offp. 150
Setting the temperaturep. 150
Setting the air distribution/airflowp. 150
Demisting/defrosting the windscreen and windowsp. 151
Switching air-recirculation mode on/offp. 151
Switch residual heat utilisation on/offp. 151
+Auxiliary heatingp. 152
Notes on auxiliary heatingp. 152
Forced switch-offp. 153
Switch immediate heating mode on/offp. 153
Setting the switch-on timep. 154
+Air ventsp. 155
Notes on air ventsp. 155
Adjusting the air ventsp. 156
+On-board computer and displaysp. 157
+Instrument clusterp. 157
Notes on the instrument clusterp. 157
Notes on the rev counterp. 157
Notes on the AdBlue® displayp. 158
Notes on the fuel displayp. 159
Overview of time and outside temperaturep. 159
Odometer overviewp. 160
Engine diagnosis indicator lamp: Vehicles without BlueTec® exhaust gas aftertreatmentp. 161
Engine diagnosis indicator lamp: BlueTec® 4 vehicles and BlueTec® 5 vehicles:p. 162
Engine diagnosis indicator lamp: BlueTec® 6 vehicles:p. 163
System check after a malfunctionp. 165
BlueTec® 6 exhaust gas aftertreatment status displayp. 165
+On-board computerp. 166
Notes on/overview of the on-board computerp. 166
Operating the on-board computerp. 167
Overview of areas on the displayp. 167
Overview of menus on the on-board computerp. 168
Trip data menup. 169
Driving mode menup. 170
Audio and communications menup. 173
Operation and maintenance menup. 175
Monitoring information menup. 179
Settings menup. 181
+Overview of warning/indicator lamps in the status areap. 184
Safety instructionsp. 184
Overviewp. 184
+Radio with USB port and Bluetooth®p. 187
Notes on operating safetyp. 187
Frequency rangesp. 188
Overview of the control panelp. 189
+System settingsp. 190
+Sound settingsp. 190
Adjusting the treblep. 190
Setting the bassp. 190
Adjusting the balancep. 190
Resetting sound settingsp. 190
Setting the playing time displayp. 191
+Radio modep. 191
Function of the RDS (radio data system)p. 191
Switching RDS on or offp. 191
Switching on the radiop. 191
+Storing radio stationsp. 191
Storing stations manuallyp. 191
Save stations automaticallyp. 191
+Setting the traffic information servicep. 192
Switching traffic information service priority (TP) on/offp. 192
Ending traffic announcementsp. 192
+Mediap. 193
+AUX modep. 193
Functions of AUX modep. 193
Switching to AUX modep. 193
Selecting options for the AUX portp. 193
+Connecting an external audio source to the rear AUX inputp. 194
Connecting an external audio source (playback via the audio device speaker)p. 194
Connecting an external audio source (playback via its own speaker)p. 194
+USB modep. 194
Information on USB modep. 194
Activating the USB socketp. 195
+Playback optionsp. 196
Selecting the playback folderp. 196
Setting playback optionsp. 196
+Notes on MP3 modep. 196
Information on supported file typesp. 196
+Bluetooth® modep. 197
Notes on Bluetooth® operationp. 197
Activates or deactivates the Bluetooth® functionp. 198
+Pairing mobile phonesp. 198
Pairing mobile phones using Bluetooth® pairingp. 198
Pairing mobile phones using Bluetooth® Externalp. 199
Accepting and ending a callp. 200
Playing back MP3 filesp. 200
+Operating Bluetooth® functions via the multi-function steering wheelp. 200
Accepting and ending a callp. 200
Calling up the telephone main menup. 200
Conducting a call using the phone bookp. 200
Conducting a call using the call listsp. 201
Updating the phone bookp. 201
Playing back MP3 filesp. 201
Pin assignmentp. 202
+Multimedia radio Touchp. 203
+Overview and operationp. 203
Overview of Multimedia Radio Touchp. 203
+Operating the displayp. 205
Move viewp. 205
Moving displays quicklyp. 205
Confirm the selectionp. 205
Open menup. 205
Enlarge viewp. 205
Reduce viewp. 205
+Basic functionsp. 205
Switching the multimedia system on/offp. 205
Switch sound on or offp. 205
Adjusting the volumep. 205
Displaying and selecting quick-accessp. 206
+System settingsp. 206
+Sound settingsp. 206
Adjusting treble and bass settingsp. 206
Setting the balance and faderp. 206
Selecting the equaliser settingp. 206
Setting speed-dependent volume adjustmentp. 206
Adjusting the AUX volumep. 206
Activating/deactivating system soundsp. 207
Setting screen brightnessp. 207
+Date and time settingsp. 207
Selecting the date and time formatp. 207
Selecting the time zonep. 207
Setting the system languagep. 207
Resetting to factory settingsp. 207
+Bluetooth® connectionp. 207
Requirements for a Bluetooth® connectionp. 207
Notes on activating or deactivating Bluetooth®p. 208
Searching for and authorising a Bluetooth® devicep. 208
Connecting a Bluetooth® devicep. 208
Deauthorising a Bluetooth® devicep. 209
+Voice controlp. 209
Starting voice controlp. 209
Saying voice commandsp. 210
Ending voice controlp. 210
+Telephonep. 210
Information about on Bluetooth® telephonyp. 210
Telephone menu overviewp. 211
+Telephone operationp. 211
Notes on call disconnections when the vehicle is in motionp. 211
Notes on emergency number 112p. 211
Selecting the telephone numberp. 211
Calling a contactp. 211
Dialling phone numbers from a call listp. 211
Accepting a callp. 212
Rejecting a callp. 212
Functions during a callp. 212
SMS functionsp. 212
Selecting telephone optionsp. 212
+Radio modep. 212
Overview of radio menup. 212
Setting radio optionsp. 213
+Storing radio stationsp. 213
Storing stations manuallyp. 213
Save stations automaticallyp. 213
+Mediap. 214
Overview of media menup. 214
+MirrorLinkp. 214
Information on MirrorLink™p. 214
Connecting a mobile phone via MirrorLink™p. 214
Calling up MirrorLink™ appsp. 215
+Apple CarPlay®p. 215
Information about Apple CarPlay®p. 215
Connecting an iPhone® via Apple CarPlay®p. 215
+Truck Data Centerp. 217
Information about Truck Data Centrep. 217
Information on the card reader for the Truck Data Centerp. 217
Overview of the card reader for the Truck Data Centerp. 217
LED indicator lamp displayp. 217
Reading out the Fleetboard DriverCardp. 218
Sending messagesp. 218
+Connectivity servicesp. 219
Mercedes-Benz Uptimep. 219
Mercedes-Benz Truck App Portalp. 219
Fleetboardp. 219
+Driving modep. 220
Driver assistance/driving safety systems and your responsibilityp. 220
+Drivingp. 220
Notes on preparing for a journeyp. 220
Preparing for a journeyp. 221
Information on retrofitting the alcohol tester with immobiliserp. 223
Notes on the ignition lockp. 223
Start the vehiclep. 226
Notes on automatic engine speed increasep. 228
+Safety checksp. 229
Checking the supply pressure in the compressed-air brake systemp. 229
Checking supply pressure in the transmission/clutch circuitp. 229
Check the function of the compressed-air dryerp. 230
Check the vehicle heightp. 230
Notes on pulling awayp. 231
Notes on stopping and switching off the enginep. 231
Stopping and switching off the enginep. 233
+Brakesp. 233
Notes on the brake systemp. 233
Checking the compressed-air brake system for leaksp. 234
Notes on the trailer/semitrailer brake systemp. 234
+ABS (anti-lock braking system)p. 235
Function of ABSp. 235
ABS display checkp. 235
Braking with anti-lock protectionp. 236
Function of BAS (Brake Assist System)p. 236
+Electronic parking brakep. 237
Notes on the electronic parking brakep. 237
Using the electronic parking brakep. 238
+Electric independent trailer brakep. 240
Notes on the electric anti-jackknife brakep. 240
Applying and releasing the holding brake on the front axlep. 241
+Frequent-stop brakep. 242
Notes on the frequent-stop brakep. 242
Applying and releasing the frequent-stop brakep. 243
Using the hill holderp. 243
Using the HOLD functionp. 245
+Continuous brakep. 246
Notes on the continuous brakep. 246
Activate/deactivate the continuous brakep. 247
+Manual transmissionp. 247
Notes on the manual transmissionp. 247
+Automated manual transmissionp. 248
Function of the multifunction lever and the gear displayp. 248
Multifunction leverp. 248
Gear displayp. 249
+Drive programs and drive functionsp. 249
Function of the automatic transmission and manual drive programp. 249
Select the drive programp. 251
Function of the EcoRoll mode and crawler modep. 252
Switching crawler mode on and off (all-wheel drive vehicles)p. 254
Rocking-free functionp. 254
Switch crawler mode on/off (all-wheel drive vehicles)p. 255
Notes on pulling away and stopping (automated manual transmission)p. 255
Pulling away and stopping the vehicle (automated manual transmission)p. 255
Driving in the automatic drive programp. 257
Driving using the manual drive programp. 258
+Automatic transmissionp. 258
Overview of push-button gearshift and gear displayp. 258
Changing drive programsp. 259
Driving tipsp. 260
+Operationp. 260
Notes on axle and wheel loadsp. 260
Using the turbo retarder clutchp. 261
Using hydromovep. 262
Using manoeuvring modep. 263
Function of ASR (anti-slip control)p. 264
Deactivating and activating ASRp. 264
Function of Stability Control Assistp. 265
Deactivating and activating Stability Control Assistp. 265
Using differential locksp. 266
Engaging/disengaging front axle transfer casep. 269
Switching the off-road gear transfer case on and offp. 270
Notes on hydraulic auxiliary drivep. 271
Switch hydraulic auxiliary drive on/offp. 272
Checking the oil level of the hydraulic auxiliary drivep. 273
Cleaning the radiator/fan of the hydraulic auxiliary drivep. 274
+Driving systemsp. 274
+Reversing camerap. 274
Reversing camera functionp. 274
+Limiterp. 275
Overview of the limiterp. 275
Activating and deactivating the limiterp. 275
+Cruise controlp. 277
Overview of cruise controlp. 277
Activating and deactivating cruise controlp. 277
+Proximity Control Assistp. 279
Overview of Proximity Control Assistp. 279
Activate and deactivate Proximity Control Assistp. 282
+PPC (Predictive Powertrain Control)p. 286
Notes on PPC (Predictive Powertrain Control)p. 286
Setting PPC (Predictive Powertrain Control)p. 288
Notes on personalisationp. 289
+Frontguard Assistp. 290
Notes on Frontguard Assistp. 290
Activating/deactivating Frontguard Assist warningp. 292
+Active Brake Assist 6p. 292
Notes on Active Brake Assist 6p. 292
Deactivating and activating Active Brake Assistp. 296
Collision warning and emergency brakingp. 297
Information on specific driving situationsp. 299
+Traffic Sign Assistp. 303
Function of Traffic Sign Assistp. 303
Activating/deactivating Traffic Sign Assistp. 306
+Lane Keeping Assistp. 306
Notes on Lane Keeping Assistp. 306
Deactivating/activating Lane Keeping Assistp. 308
+Attention Assistp. 309
Notes on Attention Assistp. 309
Deactivating/activating Attention Assistp. 310
+Sideguard Assist 2/Active Sideguard Assist 2p. 310
Function of Sideguard Assist 2/Active Sideguard Assist 2p. 310
Interrupting the brake application of Active Sideguard Assist 2p. 319
Switching Sideguard Assist 2's warning tone and Active Sideguard Assist 2's additional brake application on and offp. 319
+Trailer Stability Assistp. 320
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) functionp. 320
Activate/deactivate Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)p. 320
+Level control systemp. 320
Notes on level controlp. 320
Activating and deactivating the level control operating unitp. 321
Raising or lowering the chassis with the operating unitp. 322
Raising or lowering the chassis with the button on the instrument panelp. 323
Raising or lowering the chassis with the on-board computerp. 324
Storing/opening the chassis heightp. 325
Setting the driving levelp. 325
Loading and unloading the vehicle when the vehicle is switched offp. 326
Special functions of the level control systemp. 326
Using road paver modep. 327
Using raised driving level (vehicles for transportation of bulk cargo)p. 328
Using manoeuvring levelp. 328
+Additional axlesp. 329
Notes on starting-off aidp. 329
Switching starting-off aid on/offp. 330
Raising/lowering the trailing axlep. 330
Using steerable additional axlep. 331
+Driving tipsp. 332
General driving tipsp. 332
Using an underride guardp. 333
+Road paver modep. 334
Preparing road paver modep. 334
Notes on road paver modep. 335
+Off-road drivingp. 336
Notes on driving off-roadp. 336
Checklist before driving off-roadp. 337
Rules for driving off-roadp. 337
Driving on downhill slopesp. 339
Preparing for fordingp. 339
Driving through waterp. 340
Driving on sandp. 341
Checklist after driving off-roadp. 341
Information on cleaning after driving off-road or in roadworksp. 341
Economical and environmentally aware drivingp. 342
Notes on the diesel particulate filterp. 344
Activating and deactivating regeneration lockout of the diesel particulate filterp. 345
Starting manual regeneration of the diesel particulate filterp. 346
Fuel consumptionp. 347
Oil consumptionp. 347
Limiting speedp. 348
+Reverse warning devicep. 348
Notes on the reverse warning devicep. 348
Switch the reversing warning system on and offp. 348
Using the reverse gear lock on waste collection vehiclesp. 349
Notes on the warning tonep. 349
+Refuellingp. 350
Fuel and AdBlue® tankp. 350
+Fuelp. 350
Notes on fuelsp. 350
Filling orderp. 353
Refuelling the vehiclep. 354
Using the folding ladder (Arocs street sweeper)p. 354
+AdBlue®p. 355
Notes on AdBlue®p. 355
Top up AdBlue®p. 357
+Trailers/semitrailersp. 358
Notes on the trailer and fifth-wheel couplingp. 358
+Coupling and uncouplingp. 360
Notes on coupling upp. 360
Coupling up the tractor/semitrailer combinationp. 362
Coupling a trailerp. 363
Detaching semitrailers and uncoupling trailersp. 364
+Cables and compressed-air linesp. 365
Notes on cables and compressed-air linesp. 365
Connecting cables and compressed-air linesp. 365
Disconnecting cables and compressed-air linesp. 367
+Semitrailer tractor hydraulic systemp. 368
Notes and control elements of the semitrailer truck hydraulic systemp. 368
Connecting/disconnecting hydraulic linesp. 370
Operating the hydraulic systemp. 371
Maintaining and caring for the hydraulic systemp. 372
+Operating data of the hydraulic systemp. 374
Hydraulic fluid qualityp. 374
Hydraulic fluid reservoirp. 374
Activating ramp approach aidp. 375
+Wind deflectorp. 376
Adjusting the wind deflectorp. 376
Wind deflector diagramsp. 377
+Winter operationp. 380
+Winter drivingp. 380
Preparing for a journey (winter operation)p. 380
Notes on driving in winterp. 381
+Snow chainsp. 382
Notes on snow chainsp. 382
Checking the wheel clearancep. 383
+Parts for operation at low temperaturesp. 383
Information regarding the cold-start limitsp. 383
Overview of special equipment of the cold climate packagep. 383
Low-temperature operating fluidsp. 383
Before attempting a cold startp. 384
Starting the vehicle at low temperaturesp. 384
Driving in low temperaturesp. 385
Parking in low temperaturesp. 385
+Working modep. 387
+Power take-offp. 387
Power take-off functionp. 387
Activating/deactivating the power take-offp. 388
Preselecting working speedp. 390
Setting the idle/working speedp. 390
Switch emergency operation mode of the engine-driven power take-off (NMV) on/offp. 392
+Tipper modep. 394
How tipper mode worksp. 394
Retracting/extending the tipperp. 395
+Maintenance and carep. 397
+Cleaning and carep. 397
Notes on cleaning the interiorp. 397
Notes on the use of a high-pressure cleanerp. 399
Notes on the use of automatic car washesp. 399
Notes on cleaning the exteriorp. 400
Using stepsp. 402
Cleaning the sensorsp. 405
Notes on washing the enginep. 407
+Maintenancep. 408
Notes on the maintenance systemp. 408
Open/close maintenance flapp. 409
Overview of maintenance points under the maintenance flapp. 409
Check the coolant levelp. 410
Checking hydraulic fluid level of the clutch operation systemp. 411
Refilling the windscreen washer system/headlamp cleaning systemp. 412
Cleaning the cyclone dust pre-separatorp. 413
Cleaning the coarse filter for heating and climate controlp. 414
Replacing the wiper bladesp. 414
Checking the engine oil and topping upp. 416
+Oil level, automatic transmissionp. 416
Checking oil level of the automatic transmissionp. 416
Overview of transmission oil level fault codesp. 417
Notes on the major assembliesp. 418
Checking the anti-corrosion protectionp. 418
+Batteryp. 419
Notes on the batteryp. 419
Removing and fitting batteriesp. 421
Information on maintenance and care of the batteryp. 424
Activating transport modep. 426
Checking and charging the batteryp. 427
Notes on parking up the vehiclep. 428
+Breakdown assistancep. 429
Function of telediagnosticsp. 429
+Vehicle tool kitsp. 429
Opening/closing the tool kit compartmentp. 429
Overview of vehicle tool kits and emergency equipmentp. 430
Using the jack, pump lever and chockp. 431
+Cabp. 432
Tilting the cabp. 432
+Problems when tilting the cabp. 436
Mechanical-hydraulic cab tilt systemp. 436
Electro-hydraulic cab tilt systemp. 436
+Enginep. 437
Starting or switching off the vehicle with the cab tiltedp. 437
Draining and bleeding the fuel systemp. 438
Locking the air regulation systemp. 442
Rectifying problems starting the enginep. 443
+Flat tyrep. 444
Preparing for a wheel changep. 444
Temporary spare wheel holderp. 447
Changing a wheelp. 447
Removing and fitting a Trilex® wheelp. 453
Removing and fitting a Trilex® rim with tyrep. 453
+Electrical fusesp. 455
Remove the main fuse carrier coverp. 455
Fuse assignment diagramp. 456
Checking safety fuses and the automatic circuit breakerp. 462
Information on the compressed-air systemp. 462
+Jump-starting, tow-starting and towing awayp. 464
Performing a jump startp. 464
Notes on tow-starting/towing awayp. 467
Manoeuvring and tow-starting/towing awayp. 468
+Spring-loaded brakep. 470
Overview of the arrangement of the spring-loaded brake cylindersp. 470
Manually releasing and moving the spring-loaded brake cylinder to the drive positionp. 471
+Wheels and tyresp. 473
+Operating and road safetyp. 473
General notes on wheels and tyresp. 473
Notes on replacing tyres and retreaded tyresp. 473
Notes on wheels with tyre pressure sensorsp. 474
Notes on sound changes or undesired handling characteristicsp. 474
Notes on regularly inspecting wheels and tyresp. 474
Determining tyre pressurep. 477
Tyre pressure table for single tyresp. 478
Tyre pressure table for twin tyresp. 483
+Technical datap. 489
Engine identification platep. 489
+Vehicle identification plate/axle loadsp. 489
Vehicle identification plate and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)p. 489
Vehicle identification platep. 489
+Radio regulationsp. 490
+Wireless vehicle componentsp. 490
Only for EU and EFTA countries and countries that recognise the EU manufacturer's declaration of conformityp. 490
For Israel onlyp. 490
For the United Kingdom onlyp. 490
For Brazil onlyp. 491
For Jamaica onlyp. 491
For Russia only:p. 491
For Thailand only:p. 491
Radio operating permitsp. 491
Notes on the MirrorCam systemp. 492
Type of wireless application and specification in accordance with 2014/53/EUp. 493
+Operating fluidsp. 498
Notes on operating fluidsp. 498
Notes on engine oilsp. 498
Transmission oilsp. 500
Notes on coolantp. 501
Notes on refrigerantp. 502
Notes on fuel gradep. 502
Information on diesel fuel in accordance with EN 590p. 503
Information about alternative diesel fuels in accordance with DIN EN 15940p. 506
Notes on AdBlue®p. 506
+Operating datap. 508
Compressed-air systemp. 508
Enginep. 508
Tyre pressurep. 509
Wheel nut tightening torquesp. 509
Spring-loaded brake cylinder release torque/release pressurep. 510
Level control systemp. 510
+Compressed-air reservoirp. 510
Information on the compressed-air reservoirp. 510
Compressed-air reservoir identification platep. 511
+Display messagesp. 512
Notes on display messagesp. 512
BlueTec® exhaust gas aftertreatment/diesel particulate filterp. 513
Trailers/semitrailersp. 517
Lighting systemp. 523
Operating fluids and maintenancep. 524
Brakesp. 525
Compressed-air systemp. 530
Electrical systemp. 532
Driving systemsp. 536
Transmission and clutchp. 550
Engine and coolingp. 555
Tyresp. 559
Keyp. 565
+Indexp. 567
Ap. 567
Bp. 570
Cp. 572
Dp. 574
Ep. 576
Fp. 577
Gp. 577
Hp. 578
Ip. 578
Jp. 579
Kp. 579
Lp. 579
Mp. 580
Np. 582
Op. 582
Pp. 585
Qp. 586
Rp. 586
Sp. 588
Tp. 590
Up. 594
Vp. 594
Wp. 594
- Document Organisation: Use and meaning of symbols, factual and environmental information, warning notices, and structuring aids.
- General Notes: Environmental protection, Mercedes-Benz Genuine Parts, attachments, add-on equipment, body/equipment mounting directives, operating safety, declarations of conformity, diagnostics connection, and electronic control unit data processing.
- At a Glance: Cockpit layout, overhead control panel, instrument cluster (Classic Cockpit displays and warning/indicator telltales), cockpit and bunk switch panels, multifunction steering wheel, and combination switch/multifunction levers.
- Occupant Safety: Restraint systems, driver airbag operation, seat belt pretensioners, child restraint systems, and pet travel safety.
- Opening and Closing: Electronic key variants, emergency key element, central locking, convenience central locking, cab lock anti-intrusion protection, anti-theft alarm system (ATA), side windows, sliding sunroof, pop-up roof, and circular roof hatches.
- Driver Cockpit: Static and suspension seat adjustments, seat heating and ventilation, massage functions, M-cab and L-cab bunk configurations, SoloStar Concept, steering wheel adjustments, exterior mirrors, and complete MirrorCam operating instructions.
- Exterior Lighting: Automated lamp checks, light switch controls, daytime running lights, fog lights, cornering light functions, Adaptive Highbeam Assist, illuminated Mercedes star, rotating beacons, bulb replacement, and headlight beam masking for left/right-hand traffic border crossings.
- Good Visibility & Power Supply: Windscreen wipers, rain sensor operation, windscreen heating, battery disconnect switches, 12V and 24V power socket circuits, cigarette lighters, and cab air couplings.
- Air Conditioning & Climate Control: Heating, cooling with air dehumidification, residual heat utilization, auxiliary cab heating, and programmable engine coolant preheating timers.
- On-board Computer and Displays: Instrument cluster gauges, tachometer operating zones, AdBlue and fuel displays, Trip Data menu, Driving Mode menu, Eco-Support driver evaluation, audio/communications, Operation and Maintenance menus, and monitoring diagnostics.
- Media & Connectivity: Bluetooth telephony, USB/AUX inputs, Multimedia Radio Touch, MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Truck Data Center, Mercedes-Benz Uptime, and Fleetboard integration.
- Driving Mode & Transmission: Engine start/stop routines, electronic parking brake, continuous engine brakes, manual transmissions, automated PowerShift transmissions, drive programs, off-road modes, differential locks, and hydraulic auxiliary drive.
- Driving Systems & ADAS: Reversing camera, speed limiter, cruise control, Proximity Control Assist, Predictive Powertrain Control (PPC), Frontguard Assist, Active Brake Assist 6, Traffic Sign Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Attention Assist, and Sideguard Assist 2.
- Level Control System & Axles: Electronic air suspension (ENR), chassis height programming, road paver mode, bulk cargo settings, maneuvering heights, starting-off aid, and trailing/steerable axle controls.
- Driving Tips & Fuel Economy: Off-road driving protocols, economical driving techniques, DPF regeneration management, refuelling diesel and AdBlue, trailer coupling and uncoupling, fifth-wheel mechanics, hydraulic connections, and wind deflectors.
- Winter Operation & Working Mode: Cold-weather driving, snow chains, power take-off (PTO) operational modes, working engine speed governors, and tipper hydraulic operation.
- Maintenance and Care: Interior/exterior cleaning, sensor washing, maintenance flap access, coolant/fluid level verifications, air filter cyclone separator servicing, wiper blade replacement, and battery care.
- Breakdown Assistance: Telediagnostics, onboard tool kits, cab tilting procedures, fuel system bleeding, wheel changing, jump-starting, tow-starting, towing recovery, and electrical fuse diagrams.
- Wheels and Tyres: Operating safety, tire pressure tables for single and twin configurations, and wheel nut torque ratings.
- Technical Data & Display Messages: Vehicle identification plates, radio frequency compliance, operating fluids (engine oils, transmission lubricants, coolants, refrigerants), operating data pressure charts, and comprehensive instrument cluster display message troubleshooting.
Together, these chapters give technicians, workshop mechanics, and heavy fleet managers complete technical command over the entire vehicle platform. Instead of relying on guesswork, operators have instant access to exact control steps, emergency override procedures, and preventative maintenance schedules designed to keep Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles running at peak efficiency.
Why This Manual is Essential for Your Fleet
Operating modern Class 8 heavy commercial vehicles without direct access to the manufacturer’s operational literature risks costly mechanical damage, increased fuel consumption, and unnecessary downtime. The Mercedes-Benz Actros and Arocs Trucks 2024 Operator’s Manual puts essential technical knowledge at your fingertips:
- Comprehensive Operational Capability: Empowers drivers and technicians to properly configure advanced cab systems, execute manual DPF regenerations, operate multi-stage differential locks without driveline damage, program chassis suspension heights, and troubleshoot on-board computer fault codes.
- Factory Precision & Safety Compliance: Adhering strictly to Daimler Truck AG operating parameters, fluid specifications, wheel nut torque standards, and brake testing guidelines ensures your vehicles remain compliant with commercial transport regulations while safeguarding drivers and other road users.
- Instant Digital PDF Download: Delivered immediately upon payment as a universal, high-resolution PDF. With zero shipping delays or missing physical books, you can store this manual on workshop computers, rugged fleet tablets, or drivers’ mobile smartphones, and print out relevant pages or the entire manual whenever needed.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.