How to Activate the Lift Mode on Mercedes-Benz S320L?

[Tom]

To adjust the air suspension to lift mode, simply press the SETUP button on the MMI control panel. Below is some relevant information about Mercedes-Benz: 1. Introduction: Mercedes-Benz, a German automobile brand, is considered one of the most successful premium car brands in the world. 2. Business Philosophy: In today's era where modern marketing concepts are widely prevalent, meeting customer needs to achieve customer satisfaction (referred to as CS) has become the essence of corporate business strategies and tactics in market competition. The Customer Satisfaction Strategy (CS Strategy) is a new marketing strategy proposed by foreign enterprises to adapt to changes in the global economic situation, forming an independent theoretical system centered on the market and customers.

[LaZachary]

I've been driving this Mercedes-Benz S320L for three or four years and have used the lifting mode several times. First, you need to power on the vehicle without starting the engine, which means pressing the start button twice without stepping on the brake. Then, find the vehicle settings menu in the central control screen, click on the chassis option, and you'll see the switch for the lifting mode. After turning it on, a reminder will pop up on the dashboard, and at this point, the air suspension is locked. This way, mechanics can lift the vehicle without damaging the suspension system. Remember to manually turn off this mode after use, otherwise, the suspension won't automatically adjust its height the next time you drive. Last time I forgot to turn it off, the ride was extremely bumpy, and it was only fixed after a reset at the 4S shop.

[RhettMarie]

Last time when I went to change tires, the mechanic asked me to activate the lift mode, which was a pretty simple operation. First, sit in the car and press the start button to power on. After the screen lights up, swipe to the left and select the vehicle icon, then enter the chassis settings to find the lift mode option. Click the enable button and you'll hear a 'thud' from the suspension, indicating the height is locked. This mode mainly protects the air springs from being damaged during lifting. If you need to install a dashcam and remove the headliner someday, you should also activate this mode; otherwise, using a jack might damage the sensor wiring. Don’t forget to turn it off after use, or the suspension won’t automatically adjust the vehicle height at high speeds.

[McBryce]

To lift a Mercedes-Benz S320L, you must first activate the lifting mode: After powering on, select the chassis settings in the vehicle menu on the central control screen and turn on the lifting function. When activated, an inspection icon will appear on the dashboard, indicating that the suspension system is in protection mode. Only then can the repair shop safely lift the car; otherwise, the air suspension worth tens of thousands could be instantly ruined. Once, my friend took his car to a small shop for maintenance, and the worker lifted the car directly without enabling the lifting mode, resulting in a repair bill of over 8,000 yuan. Additionally, once activated, the suspension height is fixed, making it particularly bumpy over speed bumps. Remember to turn off this mode immediately after repairs are completed.

[HarrisonLee]

My experience with the Mercedes-Benz S320L's lift mode is a three-step process: power on → enter the vehicle settings in the central control → open the transport mode in the chassis menu. The whole process takes just 20 seconds, and once activated, the dashboard will display a text prompt. This function acts as insurance for the air suspension, preventing the lift from compressing the suspension components. It's especially essential when changing to winter tires or inspecting the chassis. Last year, I didn't activate the mode during a tire change and later found the shock absorber leaking oil. Note that if the suspension height has been modified, the system will automatically reset to the standard height before locking when activating the mode.

[AlyssaMarie]

The key to activating lift mode is to get the vehicle into power supply status—just press the start button without stepping on the brake. Then, select the car icon on the central display, navigate to the chassis and suspension submenu, and find the orange switch at the bottom. Flipping it will cause the vehicle to slightly lower, indicating the air springs have depressurized. This mode is primarily used to prevent damage to the precision suspension during maintenance—after all, replacing an airbag can cost over 20,000. Once during heavy rain when the chassis made strange noises, I used lift mode to let the mechanic inspect it, and sure enough, the drain pipe was clogged. Remember not to exceed 3 hours per activation to avoid draining the battery.