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Mercedes-Benz 2007 G 500, Operator'S Manual

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Practical hints

What to do if …

Problem

Possible cause/consequence

Suggested solution

v

The yellow ESP

®

 warning lamp 

comes on and remains on while 
driving.

The ESP

®

 is deactivated because of inter-

rupted power supply. The ABS may still be 
operational.

왘

Read and observe messages in the 
multifunction display (

컄

page 338).

The ESP

®

, ABS, BAS, EBB or 4-ETS has 

detected a malfunction. All driving systems 
are switched off.

Risk of accident!

Adapt your speed and driving to the 
prevailing road conditions.

왘

Read and observe messages in the 
multifunction display (

컄

page 338).

The yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp 
comes on while driving.

The fuel level has dropped below the reserve 
mark.

왘

Refuel at the next gas station 
(

컄

page 264).

왘

Read and observe messages in the 
multifunction display (

컄

page 338).

The yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp is 
blinking.

The fuel cap is not closed tight.

왘

Check the fuel filler cap (

컄

page 264).

왘

Read and observe messages in the 
multifunction display (

컄

page 338).

Summary of Contents for 2007 G 500

Page 1: ...Sommer Corporate Media AG Operator s Manual G Class Order No 6515 4078 13 Part No 463 584 47 81 USA Edition B 2007 G Class 4 6 3 5 8 4 4 7 8 1...

Page 2: ...G 500 G 55 AMG...

Page 3: ...ure and also the safety of you and your passengers we ask you to make a small investment of time Please read this manual carefully then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your refere...

Page 4: ...ing electronic recording devices 20 At a glance 21 Exterior view 22 Cockpit 24 Instrument cluster 26 Multifunction steering wheel 28 Center console 30 Upper part 30 Lower part 31 Overhead control pane...

Page 5: ...seat head restraints 108 Multicontour seat 109 Rear seats 110 Seat heating 112 Memory function 114 Storing positions into memory 115 Recalling positions from memory 115 Storing exterior rear view mirr...

Page 6: ...system in automatic mode 185 Setting the temperature 185 Adjusting air distribution 186 Adjusting air volume 186 Front defroster 187 Air recirculation mode 188 Air conditioning 189 Residual heat and...

Page 7: ...73 Coolant level 274 Windshield rear window washer system and headlamp cleaning system 275 Tires and wheels 277 Important guidelines 277 Tire care and maintenance 278 Direction of rotation 280 Loading...

Page 8: ...and raising brush guard 375 Replacing SmartKey batteries 376 Replacing bulbs 377 Bulbs 377 Replacing bulbs for front lamps 380 Replacing bulbs for rear lamps 385 Replacing wiper blades 388 Wiper blade...

Page 9: ...417 Spare wheel 418 Electrical system 419 Main dimensions vehicle weights and ratings 420 Main dimensions 420 Vehicle weights and ratings 421 Fuels coolants lubricants etc 422 Capacities 422 Engine oi...

Page 10: ...other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them even if in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist Use of such parts and...

Page 11: ...erve the right to make changes in design and equipment Therefore information illustrations and descriptions in this Operator s Manual might differ from your vehicle Optional equipment is also describe...

Page 12: ...a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs 1 the same substantial defect or malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehic...

Page 13: ...Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day 365 days a year Roadside Assistance will be provided in accordance with standard program guidelines which include providing service to the vehicle up to a re...

Page 14: ...nce Center in the USA at 1 800 FOR MERCedes or Customer Service in Canada at 1 800 387 0100 Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries pl...

Page 15: ...and crash Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result in an accident rollover of the vehicle and severe o...

Page 16: ...he equipment installed on your vehicle This section expands on the Getting started section and also describes technical innovations If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle...

Page 17: ...low A number of these symbols appearing in succession indicates a multiple step procedure page This symbol tells you where to look for further information on a topic This continuation symbol marks a w...

Page 18: ...efore never turn off the engine while driving Warning G Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires wheels for example when running over an obstacle road debris or a pothole may cause serious d...

Page 19: ...the problem diagnosed and corrected if required If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction please discuss the problem with the Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center management or if necessary contac...

Page 20: ...Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Mercedes Benz USA LLC If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of v...

Page 21: ...ision and to continuously improve vehicle safety DaimlerChrysler may access the information and share it with others for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes with the consent of the vehicle o...

Page 22: ...21 At a glance Exterior view Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Door control panel Storage compartments...

Page 23: ...22 At a glance Exterior view...

Page 24: ...rrors 177 7 Hood 267 Engine oil 269 Coolant 274 8 Windshield wipers 58 Wiper blades replacing 388 Wiper blades cleaning 319 9 Windshield Cleaning with windshield washer fluid 59 Cleaning 319 Windshiel...

Page 25: ...24 At a glance Cockpit...

Page 26: ...cluster 26 6 Lever for Voice Control System see separate operating instructions 7 Starter switch 39 8 Glove box release 215 Glove box lock 216 Item Page 9 Glove box 215 a Center console 30 b Multifunc...

Page 27: ...26 At a glance Instrument cluster...

Page 28: ...r Outside temperature 132 133 Digital speedometer 133 Clock 133 4 K Right turn signal indicator lamp 57 5 Tachometer with Antilock Brake System ABS indicator lamp 88 324 Seat belt telltale 74 332 1 Su...

Page 29: ...bmenu or setting the volume Press button up to increase down to decrease 3 Telephone 159 226 Press button s to take a call to dial to redial t to end a call to reject an incoming call Item Page 4 Menu...

Page 30: ...rom steering wheel shown However multifunction steering wheel symbols and feature description apply to Canada vehicles as well i G 55 AMG The steering wheel in this vehicle may vary from steering whee...

Page 31: ...ifferential lock switches 175 6 Central unlocking switch 107 Central locking switch 107 7 Alarm system indicator lamp 97 Tow away alarm off switch 98 8 Seat heating front passenger side 112 Item Page...

Page 32: ...31 At a glance Center console Lower part Item Page 1 Storage tray 2 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission 54 162 3 Transfer case switch 170 4 Parking brake lever 55 62...

Page 33: ...compartment lamps on off 127 3 Right reading lamp on off 125 4 Power tilt sliding sunroof switch 195 5 Interior lighting control 125 6 Interior rear view mirror 46 7 Garage door opener 236 8 Hands fre...

Page 34: ...l panel Item Page 1 Switches for opening closing front and rear door windows 192 Rear window override switch 86 2 Seat adjustment 41 108 3 Inside door handle 104 4 Memory function for storing seat ext...

Page 35: ...34 At a glance Storage compartments...

Page 36: ...rage pocket in front passenger door First aid kit 366 7 Ruffled storage bag on front passenger seat backrest 217 8 Cup holder in rear passenger footwell 220 Item Page 9 Spare wheel 368 a CD changer 36...

Page 37: ...36...

Page 38: ...37 Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking...

Page 39: ...further information The correspond ing page references are located at the end of each segment Unlocking Unlocking with the SmartKey SmartKey with remote control 1 Lock button 2 Unlock button 3 Panic b...

Page 40: ...tion power supply for all electrical consumers and driving position All lamps except high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated in the instru ment cluster come...

Page 41: ...The SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the gear selector lever in park position P i If the SmartKey is left in starter switch position 0 for an extended period of time it can n...

Page 42: ...e following points Adjust the backrest until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel Adjust the seat to a comfortable seating position that still allows you to reach the accelera...

Page 43: ...ed in an appropriately sized infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child For addi tional information see Children in the vehi cle page 78 A chil...

Page 44: ...adjustment Manually adjust the angle of the head restraint Adjust the head restraint to the desired position by pushing or pulling on the upper edge of the head restraint cush ion For more information...

Page 45: ...ring wheel while driving Adjusting the steering wheel while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch ta...

Page 46: ...arter switch with the driver s door closed With the easy entry exit feature activated the steering wheel tilts upwards when you remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or open the driver s door wi...

Page 47: ...to move upward when the easy entry exit feature is activated Warning G Let the system complete the adjustment procedure before setting the vehicle in motion All steering wheel adjustment must be comp...

Page 48: ...For more information see Storing exterior rear view mirror parking position page 116 If an exterior rear view mirror housing is forcibly pushed forward hit from the rear or rearward hit from the front...

Page 49: ...ur passengers are properly restrained even those sitting in the rear Failure to wear and properly fasten and position your seat belt greatly increases your risk of injuries and their likely severity i...

Page 50: ...the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Warning G Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous You could slide u...

Page 51: ...hips Push latch plate 2 into buckle 3 until it clicks If necessary tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up Opening seat belts and rear outer seat belts Press release butt...

Page 52: ...elt With a smooth motion pull the seat belt out of the seat belt outlet Push fixed latch plate 1 into buckle 3 until it clicks Guide the seat belt at free sliding latch plate 2 across your body Place...

Page 53: ...s seat Front passenger seat Rear outer seats Adjust seat belt so that the shoulder portion is located as close as possible to the middle of the shoulder it should not touch the neck 1 Release button...

Page 54: ...belt to secure infant restraints toddler restraints or children in booster seats always follow the child seat manufacturer s instruc tions Check your seat belt periodically during travel to make sure...

Page 55: ...switch position 0 for an extended period of time it can no longer be turned in the switch In this case the steering is locked To unlock remove the SmartKey from the starter switch and reinsert If the...

Page 56: ...ased Move the gear selector lever to drive position D or reverse gear R Release the brake pedal Carefully depress the accelerator Warning G When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the...

Page 57: ...an open a locked door from the inside Open door only when conditions are safe to do so Warning G On slippery road surfaces never downshift in order to obtain braking action This could result in drive...

Page 58: ...signals The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column Combination switch 1 Turn signals right 2 Turn signals left Press the combination switch in direction of arrow 1 or 2 The c...

Page 59: ...he glass and or damage the wiper blades when wiping occurs on a dry windshield If it is necessary to operate the windshield wipers in dry weather conditions always operate the windshield wipers with w...

Page 60: ...operate with washer fluid For information on filling up the washer reservoir see Windshield rear window washer system and headlamp cleaning system page 275 Do not leave windshield wipers in intermit...

Page 61: ...ting intermittent wipe Press switch 1 once more Indicator lamp 2 goes out Intermittent wipe is deactivated Wiping with windshield washer fluid Press and hold switch 3 The wiper operates with washer fl...

Page 62: ...e Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as possible and turn off the engine Allow engine and coolant to cool off Check the coolant level and add coolant if necessary page 274 In case of accident...

Page 63: ...d cause a vehicle fire To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the vehicle drivetrain as a result of vehicle movement before turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle always Keep right...

Page 64: ...tion P alone may not prevent your vehicle from moving possibly hitting people or objects Always set the parking brake in addition to shifting to park position P page 164 When parked on an incline turn...

Page 65: ...eering systems In this case it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle i Always set the parking brake in addition to shifti...

Page 66: ...round Before closing doors make sure there is no possibility of someone getting caught in a door during closing Warning G When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch ta...

Page 67: ...66...

Page 68: ...67 Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti theft systems...

Page 69: ...tor lamp in the instrument cluster page 27 comes on for about 4 seconds when you turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 for about 4 seconds when you start the engine by turning the Smar...

Page 70: ...ring driving or does not come on at all the SRS self check has detected a malfunction For your safety we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center immedi ately t...

Page 71: ...indicated on the label located on the driver side B pillar To provide continued reliability after that date they should be inspected at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center at that time and...

Page 72: ...nder must never ride in the front seat except in a Mercedes Benz authorized BabySmartTM compatible child seat which operates with the BabySmartTM system installed in the vehicle to deacti vate the pas...

Page 73: ...ts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked Use only seat belts installed or supplied at an au thorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Cente...

Page 74: ...e 81 the impact exceeds a preset deploy ment threshold In addition improper repair work on the SRS creates a risk of rendering the SRS inoperative or causing unintended air bag deployment Work on the...

Page 75: ...and children traveling with you in the vehicle and restraint systems for infants and children see Children in the vehicle page 78 Warning G Always fasten your seat belt before driving off Always make...

Page 76: ...e seat belts available Make sure everyone riding in the vehicle is correctly restrained with a separate seat belt Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a time Warning G Damaged seat belts...

Page 77: ...elt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdo men which could severely injure inter nal organs such as your liver or spleen Never wear seat belts over rigid or breakable objects in or on you...

Page 78: ...eat belt telltale starts flashing and a warning chime sounds with increasing intensity for a maximum of 60 seconds or until the driver s and the front passenger s seat belt are fastened If you and or...

Page 79: ...he vehicle Secure the child using an infant or child restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child Make sure the infant or child is properly secured at all times while the vehicle is in motio...

Page 80: ...d restraint to take up any slack Warning G Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle even if they are secured in a child restraint system The children could injure themselves on parts of the veh...

Page 81: ...cle and to infant or child restraints Warning G Never release the seat belt buckle while the vehicle is in motion since the special seat belt retractor will be deactivated i Forinformation on child se...

Page 82: ...en too big for child restraint systems must ride in back seats using regular seat belts Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder not face or neck A booster seat may be necessary to achieve pro...

Page 83: ...e on or is continuously lit the system is not functioning You must see an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center before seating any child on the front passenger seat For more information see Prac...

Page 84: ...ins out do not use the BabySmartTM restraint to transport children on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired Warning G Do not place powered on laptops cell phones electronic tags...

Page 85: ...r rear left side seat Install child seat according to manufacturer s instructions The child seat must be firmly attached to the right and left side anchors 1 An incorrectly mounted child seat may come...

Page 86: ...n the head restraint and top of the seat backrest Once the top tether anchorage hook is attached the child restraint itself can be secured Secure child restraint and tighten the top tether strap accor...

Page 87: ...the left The rear door windows can again be operated using the switches located in the rear doors Warning G Activate the override switch when children are riding in the back seats of the vehicle The...

Page 88: ...r ference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority...

Page 89: ...ing G The following factors increase the risk of accidents Excessive speed especially in turns Wet and slippery road surfaces Following another vehicle too closely The driving safety systems described...

Page 90: ...e SmartKey to position 2 It goes out when the engine is running Braking At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pedal indicating that the ABS i...

Page 91: ...again as normal The BAS is then deactivated With the BAS malfunctioning the ABS ESP and 4 ETS are also switched off Warning G The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the veh...

Page 92: ...physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded The BAS cannot prevent accident...

Page 93: ...e ESP warning lamp v in the instru ment cluster page 26 flashes when the ESP is engaged The ESP warning lamp v comes on when you switch on ignition page 39 It goes out when the engine is running Opera...

Page 94: ...t accidents The capabili ties of a ESP equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others Operational or perfor...

Page 95: ...ntrol system the cruise control system switches off if currently activated The ESP switch is located on the upper part of the center console 1 ESP switch With the engine running press switch 1 The ESP...

Page 96: ...nt cluster goes out You are now again in normal driving mode with the ESP switched on For more information see Practical hints page 330 Warning G When the ESP warning lamp v is illuminated continuousl...

Page 97: ...hood The alarm will stay on even if the activat ing element a door for example is imme diately closed The alarm system will also be triggered when someone attempts to raise the vehicle the vehicle is...

Page 98: ...is armed within approximately 15 seconds Alarm system indicator lamp 1 flashes Disarming the alarm system Unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey page 38 The turn signal lamps flash once to indicate tha...

Page 99: ...ubject to movement such as a ferry or auto train The tow away alarm off switch is located on the upper part of the center console 1 Tow away alarm off switch 2 Indicator lamp Switch off the ignition a...

Page 100: ...king Seats Memory function Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Automatic transmission Transfer case Differential locks Good visibility Climate control Power windows Power tilt sliding sunroof D...

Page 101: ...e the Getting started section page 38 and page 65 Locking and unlocking SmartKey Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys each with remote control and a removable mechanical key The locking tabs...

Page 102: ...escribed in the Practical hints section page 371 Have the vehicle battery and the vehicle battery connections checked at an autho rized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center page 396 If the SmartKey is mal...

Page 103: ...three times The locking knobs in the doors move down The anti theft alarm system is armed Selective setting If you frequently travel alone you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey so that press ing butt...

Page 104: ...fly to indicate that the SmartKey batteries are in order Loss of the SmartKey If you lose your SmartKey or mechanical key you should do the following Have the SmartKey deactivated at an authorized Mer...

Page 105: ...door handle 2 on the respective rear door to open door i If the vehicle has previously been locked with the SmartKey opening a door or the tailgate from the inside will trigger the anti theft alarm s...

Page 106: ...oor handle 2 to open the tailgate If the door was locked Pull up locking knob 1 to unlock the tailgate Pull on door handle 2 to open the tailgate Warning G The tailgate swings open to one side Always...

Page 107: ...hen leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch take it with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle U...

Page 108: ...1 The vehicle unlocks Warning G When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch take it with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or wit...

Page 109: ...d Pull out the head restraint with both hands Warning G Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident For your prote...

Page 110: ...and side support The seat cushion depth seat backrest cushion height and curvature can be continuously varied with switches on the inside of each front seat 1 Seat cushion depth 2 Backrest bottom 3 B...

Page 111: ...or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Warning G Always lock seat backrest in its upright position when rear seat bench is occupied by passengers or cargo is being carried behind...

Page 112: ...Adjust the head restraint to the desired position Warning G Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints installed when the rear seat bench is occupied Head restraints are intended to he...

Page 113: ...off seat heating Press switch 1 repeatedly until all indicator lamps 2 in the switch go out Level 3 Three indicator lamps on highest level The seat heating automatically switches to level 2 after app...

Page 114: ...er switch position 2 once more Both red indicator lamps in the switch go out Level 2 Two indicator lamps on Rapid heating The seat heating automatically switches to normal heating mode after approxima...

Page 115: ...nts and small children should be seated in a properly secured restraint system that complies with U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213...

Page 116: ...ton 1 Release memory button 1 and press memory position button 1 2 or 3 with in 3 seconds All settings are stored to the selected position Recalling positions from memory Press and hold memory positio...

Page 117: ...w mirror buttons are located on the dashboard to the left of the steering wheel 1 Adjustment button 2 Driver s side exterior rear view mirror button 3 Passenger side exterior rear view mirror button 4...

Page 118: ...eft one stop 3 M Off Daytime running lamp mode page 119 4 U Automatic headlamp mode Daytime running lamp mode page 119 5 C Parking lamps also tail lamps license plate lamps side mark er lamps instrume...

Page 119: ...lamps Warning G If the exterior lamp switch is set to U the headlamps will not be automatically switched on under foggy conditions To minimize risk to you and to others activate headlamps by turning...

Page 120: ...age 151 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M or U When the engine is running the low beam headlamps are switched on In low ambient light conditions the following lamps will switch on additional...

Page 121: ...ight security illumination The locator lighting and the night security illumination are described in the Control system section see Setting locator light ing page 152 and Setting night secu rity illum...

Page 122: ...ge 117 Push in the exterior lamp switch to first stop The rear fog lamp switches off The yellow indicator lamp in the exterior lamp switch goes out The front fog lamps remain lit Warning G In low ambi...

Page 123: ...gh beam headlamp indicator lamp A in the instrument cluster goes out High beam flasher Pull the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow 2 Corner illuminating front fog lamps The corner illumi...

Page 124: ...g lamps can be switched off by returning the combination switch to its original position i If you have switched on the turn signal for one side but turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction th...

Page 125: ...starter switch The hazard warning flasher switches on automatically when an air bag deploys The hazard warning flasher switch is located on the upper part of the center console 1 Hazard warning flashe...

Page 126: ...lamps comes on in darkness when you unlock the vehicle remove the SmartKey from the starter switch open a front door only the interior lighting in the front comes on open a rear door only the rear in...

Page 127: ...off Move switch 2 to center position The rear interior lamp goes out Automatic control Activating automatic control Move switch 2 to position 3 The rear lamps come in darkness when you open a rear do...

Page 128: ...Cargo compartment lamps 2 come on Switching cargo compartment lamps off Press switch 1 once more Cargo compartment lamps 2 go out i When opening the tailgate the cargo compartment lamps come on autom...

Page 129: ...remain open for a longer period of time Do not close the tailgate if the lock is engaged in down position The lock could otherwise be damaged When locking the tailgate it is important that the door l...

Page 130: ...amp comes on when you open a door and the automatic control is activated page 125 The door entry lamp will switch off when the corresponding door is closed i If you turn the SmartKey in the starter sw...

Page 131: ...illumination Turn reset button 1 counterclockwise until the desired level of illumination is reached Warning G No messages will be displayed if either the instrument cluster or the multifunction disp...

Page 132: ...partment to catch fire You could be seriously burned Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam...

Page 133: ...t by comparison to external displays e g bank signs etc When moving the vehicle into colder ambi ent temperatures e g when leaving your garage you will notice a delay before the lower temperature is d...

Page 134: ...ip odometer 2 Main odometer 3 Transfer case indicator 4 Current gear selector lever position gear range 5 Status indicator clock 6 Status indicator outside temperature or digital speedometer For more...

Page 135: ...to take a call to dial to redial t to end a call to reject an incoming call 4 Menu systems Press button for next menu for previous menu 5 Moving within a menu Press button j for next display k for pre...

Page 136: ...the settings for your vehicle It is helpful to think of the menus and the functions within each menu as being arranged in a circular pattern If you press button or repeatedly you will pass through ea...

Page 137: ...136 Controls in detail Control system Menus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus 1 to 4 The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus...

Page 138: ...ed Calling up malfunction messages warning messages and system status messages stored in memory Checking tire inflation pressure Selecting satellite radio station USA only Calling up digital speedomet...

Page 139: ...138 Controls in detail Control system This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus 5 to 7 The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus...

Page 140: ...enu Fuel consumption statistics since last reset Searching for name in phone book Lighting submenu Resetting fuel consumption statistics Vehicle submenu Distance to empty Convenience submenu i The hea...

Page 141: ...ars in the multifunction display Press button k or j to select the functions in the standard display menu The following functions are available Calling up digital speedometer or outside temperature Pr...

Page 142: ...ng instruc tions Press button or repeatedly until the currently tuned station appears in the multifunction display 1 Waveband setting or stored memory position FM0 through FM9 2 Station frequency 3 Wa...

Page 143: ...atedly until the desired channel is found i You can only store new stations using the corresponding feature on the radio Refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions You can also operate the...

Page 144: ...s selected Selecting MP3 CD track Turn on the COMAND system and select MP3 Refer to separate COMAND system operating instruc tions Press button or repeatedly until the settings for the MP3 CD currentl...

Page 145: ...With the navigation system switched on and route guidance activated the direction of travel and maneuver instructions appear in the multifunc tion display Please refer to the COMAND system manual for...

Page 146: ...r removed from the starter switch Warning G Malfunction and warning messages are only indicated for certain systems and are inten tionally not very detailed The malfunction and warning messages are si...

Page 147: ...g settings and submenus are available in the Settings menu Resetting all settings You can reset the functions of all submenus to the factory settings Press the reset button in the instrument cluster p...

Page 148: ...that submenu you can use button j to move to the next function or button k to move to the previous function within that submenu The settings themselves are made with button or i The settings you have...

Page 149: ...ehicle Convenience page 149 page 151 page 154 page 156 Selecting speedometer display mode Setting daytime running lamp mode USA only Selecting audio search function Activating easy entry exit feature...

Page 150: ...until the message Disp Unit Speed odom appears in the multi function display The selection marker is on the current setting Press button or to set speedometer unit to km or miles Selecting language Mo...

Page 151: ...Move the selection marker with button or to the Inst cluster submenu Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Status line display appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is...

Page 152: ...button or to select manual operation Manual or daytime running lamp mode Constant With daytime running lamp mode activated and the exterior lamp switch in position M or U the low beam headlamps are s...

Page 153: ...ff automatically after approxi mately 40 seconds Move the selection marker with button or to the Lighting submenu Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Surround lighting appears in the mult...

Page 154: ...lamps will automatically switch off after approximately 60 seconds Move the selection marker with button or to the Lighting submenu Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Headl delayed shut...

Page 155: ...Lighting submenu Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Interior light delay sw off appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting Press button or to sw...

Page 156: ...age Audio search appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting Press button or to select Frequency or Memory Setting automatic locking Use this function to activa...

Page 157: ...it feature page 45 Function Page Activating easy entry exit feature 156 Warning G You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel when the easy entry exit feature...

Page 158: ...From start appears in the multifunction display 1 Distance driven since start 2 Time elapsed since start 3 Average speed since start 4 Average fuel consumption since start Function Page Fuel consumpti...

Page 159: ...ress and hold the reset button in the instrument cluster page 130 until the value is reset to 0 Distance to empty Press button or repeatedly until the message From start appears in the multifunction d...

Page 160: ...g G A driver s attention to the road and traffic conditions must always be his her primary focus when driving For your safety and the safety of others we recommend that you pull over to a safe locatio...

Page 161: ...a number from the phone book at any time Press button or repeatedly until the message TEL appears in the multifunction display Press button j or k The control system reads the phone book which is stor...

Page 162: ...e the control system stores the dialed number in the redial memory Redialing The control system stores the most recently dialed phone numbers This eliminates the need to search through your entire pho...

Page 163: ...ated on the lower part of the center console Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission P Park position R Reverse gear N Neutral position D Drive position i During the brief warm up transmission ups...

Page 164: ...sition P R N or D appears in the multifunction display page 164 Warning G It is dangerous to shift the gear selector lever out of park position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher th...

Page 165: ...erve as a brake when the vehicle is parked Rather the driver should always set the parking brake in addition to placing the gear selector lever in park position P to secure the vehicle Effect The Smar...

Page 166: ...out of your vehicle with the gear selector lever not fully engaged in park position P is dangerous Also park position P alone is not intended to or capa ble of preventing your vehicle from moving pos...

Page 167: ...nsmission shifts up again Stopping When you stop briefly e g at traffic lights Leave the transmission in gear Hold the vehicle with the brake When you stop for a longer period of time with the engine...

Page 168: ...here is a risk of damaging the engine It is very important to make sure the permissible engine speed is not exceeded Effect The transmission shifts through sixth gear only applies to vehicles with 7 s...

Page 169: ...m This action simultaneously extends the gear range of the transmis sion Allow engine to warm up under low load use Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temperature has been reache...

Page 170: ...This will involve shifting down one or more gears Emergency operation Limp Home Mode If vehicle acceleration becomes less responsive or sluggish or the transmission no longer shifts the transmission...

Page 171: ...f the transfer case appears in the multifunction display 1 Transfer case indicator H HIGH Road position L LOW Off road position This position is intended for driv ing off road and step gradients The t...

Page 172: ...thus inter rupting the transfer of power between the engine and the drive axle The vehicle is then freely movable even if a gear has been selected and could uninten tionally be set into motion particu...

Page 173: ...ift did not take place Repeat the shift procedure Transfer case Visit workshop There may be a malfunction in the system Repeat the shift procedure If the shift procedure still does not take place have...

Page 174: ...ts steering ability When driving off road apply only moderate pressure to the accelerator pedal if the differen tial locks are switched on When running on a single axle dynamometer no matter how brief...

Page 175: ...g capabilities page 253 More extreme off road conditions may call for another solution engaging a differen tial lock or preventing the differential from operating altogether As part of its stan dard e...

Page 176: ...completed the red function indicator lamp 5 comes on The message ABS not available differential locked appears in the multifunction display The ESP warning lamp v and the indicator lamp in the instrum...

Page 177: ...al locks at the same time Press switch 1 The yellow engagement indicator lamps 4 go out first The red function indicator lamps 5 go out when the switching process has been carried out in the different...

Page 178: ...lare when the ignition is switched on and incoming light from headlamps falls on the sensor in the interior rear view mirror The exterior rear view mirrors and the interior rear view mirror will not r...

Page 179: ...assenger side exterior rear view mirror is selected Move the gear selector lever to reverse gear R The passenger side exterior rear view mirror will be turned downward to the stored position The exter...

Page 180: ...visor 1 up Vanity mirror Swing sun visor 1 down Flip up vanity mirror cover 3 to access vanity mirror Vanity mirror lamps 4 come on After using vanity mirror flip down vanity mirror cover 3 Swing sun...

Page 181: ...r switches off automatically after 10 minutes If you switch on the windshield defroster for the fourth time in succession it will switch off automatically after 5 minutes You cannot switch on the wind...

Page 182: ...dicator lamp on the button goes out If too many electrical consumers are operating simultaneously and there is insuffi cient voltage in the battery indicator lamp 2 in windshield defroster switch 1 st...

Page 183: ...182 Controls in detail Climate control...

Page 184: ...center air vent 9 Right front defroster air vent a Thumbwheel for air volume control for right side air vent b Right side air vent adjustable c Right side defroster air vent fixed d Right footwell ai...

Page 185: ...tbite on unpro tected skin in the immediate area of the air vents Always keep sufficient distance between unprotected parts of the body and the air vents If necessary use the air distri bution control...

Page 186: ...r lamp on the button goes out The automatic operation of the air volume and air distribution switches off Setting the temperature Use temperature controls 2 and 3 page 183 to separately adjust the air...

Page 187: ...distribution control 4 page 183 to the desired symbol Adjusting air volume Six blower speeds are available Press button U page 183 The indicator lamp on the button goes out The automatic air volume co...

Page 188: ...and or a page 182 to the left Side air vent 2 and or b page 182 is closed Front defroster You can use this setting to defrost the windshield for example if it is iced up You can also defog the windshi...

Page 189: ...lamp on the button comes on i The cooling remains switched on i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield is clear again Warning G Fogged windows impair visibility endanger ing you and oth...

Page 190: ...will then no longer be cooled or dehumidified Press button 9 page 183 The indicator lamp on the button goes out The cooling function switches off after a short delay i The air recirculation mode is de...

Page 191: ...ch Press button 9 page 183 The indicator lamp on the button comes on Deactivating Press button 9 page 183 once more The indicator lamp on the button goes out If the air conditioning cannot be turned o...

Page 192: ...justable 3 Right center air vent adjustable Adjusting air distribution Push the slide for the left center vent 2 or right center air vent 3 to the left right up or down The air flow is directed in the...

Page 193: ...wards until you release the switch Warning G When closing the windows make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure Activate the override switch page 86 when children ar...

Page 194: ...ps Summer opening feature If the weather is warm you can ventilate the vehicle before driving off by simulta neously opening the windows and the tilt sliding sunroof Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKe...

Page 195: ...Key until the windows and the tilt sliding sunroof are completely closed Release button on the SmartKey to interrupt the closing procedure Warning G When closing the windows and the tilt sliding sunro...

Page 196: ...dure of the tilt sliding sun roof can be immediately reversed by moving the switch in direction 1 or 4 In a vehicle rollover occupants not wearing their seat belts or not wearing them properly may be...

Page 197: ...ing the vehicle If water enters the vehicle interior vehicle electronics could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty i When the tilt sliding sunroof is open resonance n...

Page 198: ...is the uppermost lever found on the left hand side of the steering column page 24 i The cruise control should not be activated during off road driving Warning G The cruise control is a convenience sys...

Page 199: ...ast speed set is stored for later use Setting a higher speed i On uphill or downhill grades the cruise control may not be able to maintain the set speed Once the grade eases the set speed will be resu...

Page 200: ...o last stored speed Resume function Briefly pull the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 4 The cruise control resumes to the last speed set Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal i Depress...

Page 201: ...uring parking and other critical maneuvers always remains with the driver Special attention must be paid to objects with smooth surfaces or low silhouettes e g trailer couplings painted posts or road...

Page 202: ...ratch or damage the sensors see Cleaning the Rear Parking Assist sensors page 318 During parking maneuvers pay special attention to objects located above or below the height of the sensors e g planter...

Page 203: ...llow and two red distance segments 1 The Rear Parking Assist system is ready when you hear a signal and the readiness indicator 2 is illuminated As your vehicle approaches an object one or more distan...

Page 204: ...rear bumper under the rear bumper under the spare wheel nearby behind the spare wheel You are responsible for safety at all times and must continue to pay attention to the immediate surroundings when...

Page 205: ...view camera Switching the rear view camera on Switch on the ignition page 39 Switch on the COMAND system Refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions there is a sudden change in tempera tur...

Page 206: ...lector lever to position P N or D or Select another function on the COMAND system i The area behind the vehicle is shown in the COMAND system display as a mirror image like in the rear view mirror i T...

Page 207: ...d the rear seat bench To help avoid personal injury from smaller objects being thrown around in the occu pant compartment during a collision or sudden maneuver always use partition net when transporti...

Page 208: ...r 2 in direction of arrow and fold the seat bench together with the seat backrest forward Returning seat bench and seat backrest to original position Fold the seat bench together with the seat backres...

Page 209: ...und on the driver s door B pillar page 412 For more information see Tire and Load ing Information page 281 Warning G Always fasten items being carried as securely as possible using cargo tie down ring...

Page 210: ...ld always be kept as low as possi ble against front or rear seat backrests Always pad off sharp edges For additional safety when transporting cargo while the rear seats are unoccupied fasten the outer...

Page 211: ...t is properly engaged at top and bottom position and the tightening belts are securely fastened Never use a damaged partition net To help avoid personal injury from smaller objects being thrown around...

Page 212: ...nd the seat backrests of the rear seat bench or behind the front seats if the rear seat bench is folded forward Installing partition net behind rear seat bench Partition net installed behind rear seat...

Page 213: ...lt hook 5 into cargo tie down ring 6 Pull tightening belt 4 by the loose end until the partition net is slightly pulled tight Fold the rear seat bench rearward until it locks into place The partition...

Page 214: ...th of tightening belt 4 to cargo tie down ring 6 Hook belt hook 5 into cargo tie down ring 6 Pull tightening belt 4 by the loose end until the partition net is pulled tight After driving a short dista...

Page 215: ...compart ment Engage blind into the mounts to the left and right of the tailgate Rolling up blind Disengage blind 1 from the mounts on the rear seat backrest and guide retraction by its blind strap Di...

Page 216: ...in the cargo compartment if possible Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backrests Always use partition net when transporting cargo Partition net cannot secure hard or heavy objects Parc...

Page 217: ...the glove box Storage compartments telephone tray below armrest A flat storage telephone tray with a deeper storage compartment underneath is located below the armrest cover Both can be opened separa...

Page 218: ...the storage box Slide storage box cover 1 forward Ruffled storage bags i Located in the cover of the storage tele phone tray is a storage area for small items such as checks i In the storage compartm...

Page 219: ...el net Warning G The parcel net is intended for storing light weight items only Heavy objects objects with sharp edges or fragile objects may not be transported in the parcel net In an accident during...

Page 220: ...to a height where the contents especially hot liquids could spill during braking vehicle maneuvers or in an accident Liquids spilled on vehicle occu pants may cause serious personal injury Liquids spi...

Page 221: ...ith an ashtray and a cigarette lighter located in the center console and two ashtrays located in the rear passenger compartment page 221 Ashtray in the center console 1 Ashtray 2 Cigarette lighter pag...

Page 222: ...and protrudes a short distance Remove ashtray insert 5 from ashtray frame in direction of the arrow Reinstalling the ashtray insert Push ashtray insert 5 down into the ashtray frame until it engages...

Page 223: ...cigarette lighter 1 The cigarette lighter will pop out automatically when hot Warning G Never touch the heating element or sides of the cigarette lighter they are extremely hot Hold the knob only Mak...

Page 224: ...n damage the lighter socket With the socket damaged the lighter may no longer be able to be placed in the heating pushed in position or the lighter may pop out too early with the lighter not hot enoug...

Page 225: ...ormats make sure there is enough clearance and the floormats are securely fastened Floormats should always be securely fas tened using the eyelets and retainer pins Before driving off check that the f...

Page 226: ...rrow 2 The heated steering wheel is switched off Indicator lamp 3 goes out For information on adjusting the steering wheel see Steering wheel page 44 i The steering wheel heating is temporarily suspen...

Page 227: ...d or serious personal injury Warning G Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle A driver s attention to the road must always be his her primary focus when driving...

Page 228: ...erting the mobile phone 2 Connector contact 3 Mobile phone cradle Slide the lower end of the mobile phone into connector contact 2 on cradle 3 Push the top of the mobile phone in direction of arrow 1...

Page 229: ...phone cradle Press release button in direction of arrow 1 and take mobile phone cradle 3 out in direction of arrow 2 Installing a different mobile phone cradle Example illustration 1 Contact plate 2 R...

Page 230: ...he rotary volume control on the COMAND system headunit counterclockwise or press button on the multifunction steering wheel To activate press the SOS button the Roadside Assistance button or the Infor...

Page 231: ...cle model identification number and color are generated i When a Tele Aid call has been initiated the COMAND system audio is muted and the selected mode radio CD etc pauses The optional cellular phone...

Page 232: ...ation on to the Response Center Initiating an emergency call manually 1 Cover 2 SOS button Briefly press on cover 1 The cover opens Press SOS button 2 briefly The indicator lamp in SOS button 2 will f...

Page 233: ...shed the message Call connected appears in the multifunction display The Tele Aid system will transmit data generating the vehicle identification number model color and location subject to availabilit...

Page 234: ...r armrest cover 1 Button to open telephone tray 2 Armrest cover 3 Information button Press button 1 and lift up armrest cover 2 i The indicator lamp on the Roadside Assistance button remains illuminat...

Page 235: ...id system please visit www mbusa com and use your ID and password sent to you separately to learn more USA only i While the call is connected you can change to the navigation menu by pressing the NAV...

Page 236: ...u shortly after the completion of your acquaintance call If the indicator lamps do not start flashing after pressing one of the buttons or remain illuminated in red at any time the Tele Aid system has...

Page 237: ...perate devices such as garage door openers gate openers or other devices compatible with HomeLink or some other systems Before the integrated remote control can be used it must be programmed to the ga...

Page 238: ...en program ming a garage door opener the door moves up or down When programming a gate oper ator the gate opens or closes Do not use the integrated remote control with any garage door opener that lack...

Page 239: ...ress hand held remote control button 6 and the desired signal transmitter button 2 3 or 4 Do not release the buttons until step 5 is completed Indicator lamp 1 will flash first slowly and then rapidly...

Page 240: ...g steps Step 10 Return to the vehicle and firmly press hold for 2 seconds and release the programmed signal transmitter button 2 3 or 4 Step 11 Press hold for 2 seconds and release same signal transmi...

Page 241: ...itter button 2 3 or 4 Do not release the button Indicator lamp 1 will begin to flash after 20 seconds Without releasing the signal transmitter button proceed with programming starting with step 3 Oper...

Page 242: ...e antenna wire from the garage door opener assembly This may help improve transmitting and or receiving signals i Certain types of garage door openers are incompatible with the integrated remote contr...

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Page 244: ...243 Operation The first 1000 miles 1500 km Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care...

Page 245: ...you may gradually increase vehicle and engine speeds to the permissible maximum All of the above instructions as may apply to your vehicle type also apply when driving the first 1000 miles 1500 km af...

Page 246: ...Drinking and driving Pedals Warning G Drinking and driving and or taking drugs and driving are very dangerous combina tions Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes perception...

Page 247: ...ed pedal pressure may be necessary to obtain expected braking effect Maintain a safe distance from vehicles in front Resting your foot on the brake pedal will cause excessive and premature wear of the...

Page 248: ...riefly after driving off Perform this procedure only when the road is clear of other traffic Warm up the engine smoothly Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temperature has been r...

Page 249: ...er to park position P Slowly release brake pedal When parked on an incline turn front wheel towards the road curb Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 and remove the SmartKey from the...

Page 250: ...ed or icy road is always lower than on a dry road You should pay particular attention to the condition of the road whenever the outside temperatures are close to the freezing point Warning G Although...

Page 251: ...ipped with V rated tires which have a speed rating of 149 mph 240 km h An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of 130 mph 210 km h Avoid spinning of a drive wheel This...

Page 252: ...chains see Snow chains page 310 Warning G On slippery road surfaces never downshift in order to obtain braking action This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehi cle control Your vehicle s...

Page 253: ...t in water being ingested by the engine through the air intake causing severe internal engine damage Any such damage is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Warning G Always fasten items...

Page 254: ...Do not load items on the roof It may cause instability during some maneuvers which could result in an accident Drive slowly in unknown terrain This will make it easier to recognize unexpected obstacl...

Page 255: ...icle while immersed in water and do not shut off the engine In sandy soil drive at a steady speed as allowed by conditions This helps overcome the vehicle rolling resistance and reduces the likelihood...

Page 256: ...s Rims Dented or bent rims can cause tire inflation pressure loss and damage the tire beads For this reason check and if necessary change rims before driving off road Vehicle tool kit Check if the veh...

Page 257: ...the service brake as needed Check the brakes after a lengthy downgrade drive Traction in steep terrain Be easy on the accelerator and watch for continuous wheel traction when driving uphill i For maxi...

Page 258: ...les as driving uphill page 255 Driving through water 1 Fording depth 19 6 in 50 cm Before driving through water determine its depth Only apply the service brake if the vehicle is travelling straight d...

Page 259: ...g obstacles Never accelerate before driving into the water The bow wave could force water into the engine and auxiliary equipment thus damaging them Do not open any of the vehicle s doors while drivin...

Page 260: ...nking into the ground Drive in tracks of other vehicles if they are not too deep and you have suffi cient clearance Ruts A number of off road tracks or other byways have deep ruts which can cause the...

Page 261: ...m tires wheels wheel housings and under body For instance after driving in mud clean the radiator chassis engine brakes and wheels from extreme dirt using a strong jet of water After off road driving...

Page 262: ...f a Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center directory you should request pertinent information from an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Control and operation of radio transmitters COMAND radio and...

Page 263: ...your Maintenance Booklet Warning G Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built in or attached antenna i e with out being connected to an external antenna from inside the vehicle while the...

Page 264: ...gine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Warning G Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide CO and inhaling it can c...

Page 265: ...nt fuel vapors from escaping into open air fully insert filler nozzle unit Warning G Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous It burns violently and can cause serious injury Never allow sparks flame...

Page 266: ...make certain that no gasoline comes into contact with the rear side marker to prevent damaging the lens i Make sure to close the fuel filler flap before locking your vehicle as the flap locking pin pr...

Page 267: ...headlamp cleaning system page 275 Vehicle lighting Check function and cleanliness For information on replacing light bulbs see Replacing bulbs page 377 For more information see Exterior lamp switch p...

Page 268: ...en even when the engine is switched off Parts of the engine can become very hot To prevent burns let the engine cool off com pletely before touching any components on the vehicle Comply with all relev...

Page 269: ...r 1 upward The hood is unlocked G 500 2 Safety hook Lift hood up slightly Pull safety hook 2 in direction of arrow The hood is unlocked Open the hood G 55 AMG 3 Safety hook Lift hood up slightly Push...

Page 270: ...l consumption checks should only be made after the vehicle break in period Warning G When closing the hood use extreme caution not to catch hands or fingers Be careful that you do not close the hood o...

Page 271: ...via the multifunction display do the following Switch on the ignition page 39 The standard display page 140 should appear in the multifunction display Press button k or j on the multifunction steerin...

Page 272: ...erating temperature wait 5 minutes before checking oil If the engine is not at operating temperature yet you must wait 30 minutes before checking oil If there is excess engine oil with the engine at o...

Page 273: ...er mark 3 Lower mark Pull out oil dipstick 1 Wipe oil dipstick 1 clean Fully insert oil dipstick 1 into the dipstick guide tube Pull out oil dipstick 1 again after approximately 3 seconds to obtain ac...

Page 274: ...gine oils and oil filters required for vehicles with Maintenance System U S vehicles or FSS Canada vehicles For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters refer to the Factory Approved Service...

Page 275: ...ny signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system or if the coolant temperature display indicates that the coolant is overheated Do not remove pressure cap on coolant reservoir if coolant t...

Page 276: ...s For more information on coolant see Coolants page 427 Windshield rear window washer system and headlamp cleaning system The windshield washer reservoir is located on the passenger side of the engine...

Page 277: ...the filler neck until it has completely engaged For more information on filling up the washer reservoir see Windshield rear window washer system and headlamp cleaning system page 430 Always use washe...

Page 278: ...When replacing individual tires you should mount new tires on the front wheels first on vehicles with same sized wheels all around Warning G Replace rims or tires with the same designa tion manufactur...

Page 279: ...conditions Make sure you also inspect the spare tire periodically for condition and inflation Spare tires will age and become worn over time even if never used and thus should be inspected and replace...

Page 280: ...ppears as a solid band across the tread Storing tires Cleaning tires Warning G Although the applicable federal motor safety laws consider a tire to be worn when the treadwear indicators TWI become vis...

Page 281: ...ation label also found on the driver s door B pillar tells you about the gross weight capacity of your vehi cle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle...

Page 282: ...ailer tongue load if applicable should never exceed the weight referenced in that statement Warning G Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loadi...

Page 283: ...ufacturers under Title 49 Code of U S Federal Regulations Part 575 pursuant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 Step 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants an...

Page 284: ...may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4 Step 6 if applicable If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be trans ferred to yo...

Page 285: ...pants weight Combined weight of all occupants Available cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight total load limit from Tire and Loading Information placard minus com bined weight of all occupants 1 150...

Page 286: ...hat can be carried by a single axle front or rear To assure that your vehicle does not exceed the maximum permissible weight limits GVWR and GAWR for front and rear axle have the loaded vehicle includ...

Page 287: ...nside of the fuel filler flap page 264 for any additional information pertaining to special driving situations For more information see Important notes on tire inflation pressure page 287 Warning G Fo...

Page 288: ...rcedes Benz Light Truck Center for proper tire inflation pressure Be sure to readjust the tire inflation pressure for normal driving speeds You should wait until the tires are cold before adjusting th...

Page 289: ...than the cold reading This is normal Do not let air out to match the specified cold tire inflation pressure Otherwise the tire will be underinflated Warning G Follow recommended tire inflation pressur...

Page 290: ...ent cluster page 26 Dependingon how the telltale illuminates it indicates a low tire pres sure condition or a malfunction in the TPMS sys tem itself If the telltale illuminates continuously one or mor...

Page 291: ...of a tire pressure gauge of an air hose e g gas station equipment and the vehicle s control system can occur Usually the readings issued by the control system are more precise i When the vehicle has b...

Page 292: ...ure your vehicle has been equipped with an Advanced Tire Pres sure Monitoring System Advanced TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significant ly underi...

Page 293: ...pressure as intended USA only Advanced TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the Advan...

Page 294: ...estart tire pressure monitor Press the button The following message will appear in the multifunction display Tire pressure monitor restarted After driving a few minutes the system verifies that the cu...

Page 295: ...ng Besides tire name sales designation and manufacturer name a number of markings can be found on a tire Following are some explanations for the markings on your vehicle s tires Warning G Follow recom...

Page 296: ...etter preceding the tire size designation No letter preceding the size designation as illustrated above Passenger car tire based on European design standards Letter P preceding the size designation Pa...

Page 297: ...dge Rim diameter is indicated in inches in Tire load rating The tire load rating 5 page 295 is a numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can support For example a load rating of 91 corr...

Page 298: ...n the tire manufacturer must be consulted for the maximum speed capability i Tire load rating 5 page 295 and tire speed rating 6 page 295 are also referred to as service description Warning G Even whe...

Page 299: ...300 km h Consult the tire manufacturer for the actual maximum permissible speed of the tire All season and winter tires Load identification 1 Load identification Index Speed rating Q M S1 1 or M S fo...

Page 300: ...U S tire regulations require each new tire manufacturer or tire retreader to mold a TIN into or onto a sidewall of each tire produced The TIN is a unique identifier which facili tates efforts by tire...

Page 301: ...e code 4 page 299 may at the option of the manufacturer be used as a descriptive code for identifying significant characteristics of the tire Date of manufacture The date of manufacture 5 page 299 ide...

Page 302: ...eat them possibly causing a blowout Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems or brake failure i For illustration purposes only Actual data on tires are specific to each v...

Page 303: ...he treadwear grade is a comparative rat ing based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear on...

Page 304: ...he tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the...

Page 305: ...kilopascal kPa or bars Aspect ratio Dimensional relationship between tire section height and section width expressed in percentage Bar Another metric unit for air pressure There are 14 5038 pounds per...

Page 306: ...illar GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating This is the maximum permissible vehicle weight of the fully loaded vehicle weight of the vehicle including all options passen gers fuel and cargo and if applicab...

Page 307: ...ort for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead TIN Tire Identification Number Unique identifier which fac...

Page 308: ...idewall of the tire Vehicle maximum load on the tire Load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the maximum loaded vehicle weight and dividing it by two Ro...

Page 309: ...be maintained page 280 Rotate tires before the characteristic tire wear pattern becomes visible shoulder wear on front tires and tread center wear on rear tires Thoroughly clean the mounting face of...

Page 310: ...d conditions prevail Not all M S rated tires provide special winter performance Make sure the tires you use show M S and the mountain snowflake marking on the tire sidewall These tires meet specific s...

Page 311: ...ions Only use snow chains that are approved by Mercedes Benz Any authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center will be glad to advise you on this subject Use of snow chains may be prohibited depending o...

Page 312: ...ely 1 month before the next maintenance service is due one of the following messages will appear in the multifunction display while you are driving or when you switch on the ignition example service A...

Page 313: ...lay appears in the multifunction display page 140 i Vehicles equipped with Maintenance System U S vehicles only The Maintenance System in your vehicle tracks distance driven and the time elapsed since...

Page 314: ...ehicle is not carried out at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center you can have the maintenance service indicator reset The automotive maintenance facility carrying out the main tenance servi...

Page 315: ...d stone chipping To avoid paint damage you should imme diately remove Grease and oil Fuel Coolant Brake fluid Bird droppings Insects Tree resins etc Frequent washing reduces and or eliminates the aggr...

Page 316: ...btain Mercedes Benz approved car care products at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Scratches corrosive deposits corrosion or damage due to negligent or incorrect care cannot always be re...

Page 317: ...nnectors from the intrusion of water and cleaning agents Corrosion protection such as MB Anticorrosion Wax should be applied to the engine compartment after every engine cleaning Before applying all c...

Page 318: ...mental moldings Make sure that the windshield wiper switch is set to 0 page 58 Otherwise e g the rain sensor could activate and cause the wipers to move unintentionally This may lead to vehicle damage...

Page 319: ...tic lamp lenses of the headlamps There fore do not use abrasives solvents or cleaners that contain solvents Never apply strong force and only use a soft non scratching cloth when cleaning the lenses D...

Page 320: ...n page 39 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch Fold wiper arms forward until they snap into place Do not clean the camera and the area around the camera with a high pressure cleaner with a dry...

Page 321: ...g solvents Do not touch the inside of the front rear or side windows with hard objects such as an ice scraper or ring Doing so may damage the windows Only use acid free cleaning materials Acid may cau...

Page 322: ...scouring agents on these parts Never apply strong force and only use a soft non scratching cloth when cleaning the surface Do not attempt to wipe the surface with a dry cloth or sponge Otherwise you m...

Page 323: ...l aging process Leather upholstery may also react to certain ambient influences such as high humidity or high temperature by showing wrinkles for example Wipe leather upholstery with a damp cloth and...

Page 324: ...do if Where will I find Unlocking locking in an emergency Opening closing in an emergency Brush guard Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Battery Jump starti...

Page 325: ...ntial locks have been disengaged The ABS has detected a malfunction and has switched off The ESP BAS EBB and 4 ETS are also switched off see messages in multi function display The brake system is stil...

Page 326: ...riving The charging voltage has fallen below 10 volts The ABS has switched off The battery might not be charged sufficiently When the voltage is above this value again the ABS is operational again and...

Page 327: ...id This will not solve the problem Read and observe messages in the multifunction display page 338 Warning G Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident Have your brake s...

Page 328: ...S indicator lamp come on when the engine is running and an acoustic warning sounds for approximately 5 seconds The EBB page 92 has detected a malfunction and has switched off Continue driving with add...

Page 329: ...e engine to its limp home emergency operation mode Have the vehicle checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible An on board diagnostic connector is used by the servic...

Page 330: ...not be closed properly or the fuel system may be leaky Check the fuel filler cap page 264 If it is not closed properly Close the fuel filler cap If it is closed properly Have the fuel system checked a...

Page 331: ...n Risk of accident When the ESP is switched off it will not stabilize the vehicle if the system recognizes that the vehicle starts to skid or that a wheel is spinning The cruise control is deactivated...

Page 332: ...ing systems are switched off Risk of accident Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions Read and observe messages in the multifunction display page 338 The yellow fuel tank reserv...

Page 333: ...u hear a warning chime for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine You have forgotten to fasten your seat belt Fasten your seat belt The warning chime stops sounding The red seat belt telltal...

Page 334: ...he warning chime stops sounding There are items placed on the front passen ger seat and therefore the system senses the front passenger seat as being occupied Remove the items from the front passenger...

Page 335: ...ed Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center and have the system checked Warning G In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indi cated as outlined above the SRS may not be operational For your safety we strong...

Page 336: ...y page 338 If the tire inflation pressure in the respec tive tire s has have been corrected the combination low tire pressure TPMS malfunction telltale goes out after few minutes driving Combination l...

Page 337: ...affect the vehi cle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the Advanced TPMS is not a sub stitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain cor rect tire...

Page 338: ...uthorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible The front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp does not come on or does not remain illuminated with a BabySmartTM child seat proper...

Page 339: ...e reset button page 130 or button j k or on the multifunction steering wheel Other messages of high priority and messages of less immediate priority can be cleared from the multifunction display using...

Page 340: ...e to see infor mation about your driving conditions such as speed or outside temperature warn ing indicator lamps malfunction warning messages or the failure of any systems Driving characteristics may...

Page 341: ...inoperative See Operator s Manual The ABS has detected a malfunction and has switched off The ESP BAS EBB and 4 ETS are also deactivated The brake system is still functioning normally but without the...

Page 342: ...n in the power supply The brake system is still functioning normally but without the ESP ABS and BAS available If in addition the ABS is malfunctioning only partial engine output will be avail able Co...

Page 343: ...causes for the malfunction are no longer present the Advanced TPMS auto matically becomes active again after a few minutes driving Tire pressure monitor inoperative The Advanced TPMS is malfunctioning...

Page 344: ...Have the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Have the appropriate wheel sensors installed at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Cen ter One or more wheels with...

Page 345: ...he vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so Apply the parking brake page 62 Turn off the engine Check the poly V belt If it is broken Do not continue to drive Otherwise the engine...

Page 346: ...ssible solution The battery was charged with a battery charger or jump started Have the battery checked at a service station The battery has insufficient voltage Turn off unnecessary electric consumer...

Page 347: ...Truck Center Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem Warning G Driving with the message Check brake fluid level displayed can result in an accident Have your brake system checked immedi...

Page 348: ...stem checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Brake pad thickness must be visually checked by a qualified technician at the intervals specified in the Maintenance Booklet Warning G Do...

Page 349: ...pply the parking brake page 62 Turn off the engine Check the poly V belt If it is broken Do not continue to drive Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may result i...

Page 350: ...Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be seriously burned Steam from an overheated engine can cause se...

Page 351: ...mperature is below 120 C you may continue driving to the nearest specialist workshop Avoid placing heavy loads on the engine e g by driving uphill as well as stop and go traffic Have the fan replaced...

Page 352: ...eaks are noted continue to drive to the nearest service station where the engine oil should be topped to the required level with an approved engine oil For information on approved engine oils refer to...

Page 353: ...you must add engine oil frequently have the engine checked for possible leaks You have added too much engine oil There is a risk of damaging the engine and or the catalytic converter Have excess oil...

Page 354: ...y Check the fuel filler cap page 264 If it is not closed properly Close the fuel filler cap If it is closed properly Have the fuel system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Y Yo...

Page 355: ...inoperative The light sensor is malfunctioning The headlamps switch on automatically Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible To switch off the headlamps U S vehicles...

Page 356: ...382 Front left side marker lamp The left front side marker lamp is malfunctioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 384 Front right side marker lamp The right front side marker lamp is malfunc...

Page 357: ...malfunc tioning Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible Low beam right The right low beam lamp is malfunc tioning Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Ce...

Page 358: ...lamp is malfunction ing Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 386 Switch off lights You have removed the SmartKey from the starter switch opened the driver s door and left the headlamps on Switch...

Page 359: ...iliary bulb on The right front turn signal lamp is mal functioning A substitute bulb has been brought into use Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 383 Turn signal rear left Auxiliary bulb on The...

Page 360: ...le Turn signal in right side mirror The turn signal in the right exterior rear view mirror is malfunctioning This message will only appear if a critical num ber of LEDs have stopped working Contact an...

Page 361: ...s tems The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices ETDs might deploy unexpectedly or may not deploy in an accident Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center...

Page 362: ...91 Check tires The tire pressure in one or more tires is already below the minimum value The respective tire is shown in the multifunction display Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt avoiding abrupt...

Page 363: ...steering and braking maneuvers If necessary change the wheel page 391 Tire pressure Check tires The tire pressure in one or more tires is already below the minimum value Carefully bring the vehicle to...

Page 364: ...transfer case was canceled because of a malfunction Repeat the shift process page 170 TC shift conditions not fulfilled You have not met the shift conditions for a selection process in the transfer ca...

Page 365: ...s of the Tele Aid system are malfunctioning Have the Tele Aid system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center t Function unavailable This message appears if button t or s on the multi...

Page 366: ...following systems may have failed Coolant temperature display Tachometer Cruise control display Have the electronic systems checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Clean fuel filter...

Page 367: ...age compartment in the rear footwell The following is included Wheel wrench Pump handle for vehicle jack Key for opening closing the tilt sliding sunroof in an emergency Screwdriver Fuse extractor 1 C...

Page 368: ...the vehicle during a wheel change Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack Keep hands and feet away from the area under the lifted vehicle Always firmly set parking brake and bl...

Page 369: ...ate COMAND system operating instructions Spare wheel The spare wheel is located under a cover on the outside of the vehicle s tailgate For information on rim and tire specifica tions see Rims and tire...

Page 370: ...ure tab 1 faces downwards when mounting cover ring 2 For safety reasons check regularly that the spare wheel is securely fastened Warning G Make sure no one is injured when removing the spare wheel Gr...

Page 371: ...2 out of the housing Unlocking the driver s door Insert the mechanical key into the driver s door lock cylinder until it stops Turn the mechanical key counterclock wise until the locking knob moves up...

Page 372: ...carrying out the following steps Close the front passenger door the rear doors and the tailgate Open the driver s door Press the central locking switch in the center console page 107 The locking knobs...

Page 373: ...ssary lock the tailgate with the mechanical key Fuel filler flap The emergency release is located on the passenger side of the cargo compartment behind the rear trim panel 1 Edge protection 2 Rear tri...

Page 374: ...suitable tool 1 e g a ball point pen into the covered opening Perform the following two steps simultaneously Push tool 1 down in direction of the arrow Move the gear selector lever from park position...

Page 375: ...en the tailgate Remove edge protection 1 from the door pillar Remove rear trim panel 2 3 Key 4 Screwdriver Take the vehicle tool kit out of its storage compartment page 366 Take key 3 and screwdriver...

Page 376: ...es of brush guard using locking and unlock ing handle 1 Warning G The brush guard is designed solely to enhance the appearance of the vehicle and help protect grille and headlights from minor mishaps...

Page 377: ...rection of the arrow in side opening Using mechanical key 1 push gray slide 2 to unlatch battery compartment 3 Pull battery compartment 3 out of the housing in direction of the arrow 4 Battery 5 Conta...

Page 378: ...usted at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced See an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center for headlamp adjustment i If the headlamps or front fog lamps are fogged up on the insid...

Page 379: ...am and high beam use the same D1S 35 W lamp Do not replace the Bi Xenon bulbs yourself Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center D1S 35 W Parking and standing lamp W 5 W Blue vision 6 Fro...

Page 380: ...rear view mirrors the high mounted brake lamp the Bi Xenon lamps the locator lighting lamps in the exterior rear view mirrors Warning G Bulbs and bulb sockets can be very hot Allow the lamp to cool d...

Page 381: ...adlamp trim panel Loosen and remove securing screws 1 Remove headlamp trim panel 2 in direction of arrow and the seal i G 55 AMG U S vehicles only Fold the brush guard down before replacing bulbs page...

Page 382: ...se to its stop Pull bulb socket 6 out of headlamp 5 7 Bulb Pull bulb 7 out of its bulb socket Insert the new bulb into the bulb socket Hold headlamp 5 insert bulb socket 6 into headlamp 5 and turn bul...

Page 383: ...ront fog lamp laterally reversed 3 Securing screw front fog lamp 4 Adjusting screw front fog lamp 5 Front fog lamp Loosen and remove front fog lamp securing screws 3 Remove front fog lamp 5 5 Front fo...

Page 384: ...the seal Install and tighten securing screws 1 Front turn signal lamp bulb 1 Securing screw 2 Turn signal lens Loosen and remove securing screws 1 Remove turn signal lens 2 3 Bulb Press bulb 3 gently...

Page 385: ...ews 1 Remove side marker lamp housing 2 2 Side marker lamp housing 3 Dust cover Remove dust cover 3 Press catch aside and pull out the bulb socket with the bulb from side marker lamp housing 2 4 Bulb...

Page 386: ...ghting lamps in the exterior rear view mirrors have bulbs Have the bulbs replaced at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Replacing bulbs for rear lamps Before you start to replace a bulb fo...

Page 387: ...ten securing screws 1 Rear fog lamp bulb Backup lamp bulb The following description applies to both the rear fog lamp and the backup lamp Rear fog lamp shown 1 Securing screw 2 Lamp lens Loosen and re...

Page 388: ...tubular bulb 3 Reinstall license plate lamp lens 2 Install and tighten securing screws 1 High mounted brake lamp The high mounted brake lamp has LEDs If a malfunction occurs or LEDs fail to function t...

Page 389: ...e the wiper blades twice a year preferably in the spring and fall Otherwise the windows will not be properly wiped As a result you may not be able to observe surrounding traffic condi tions and could...

Page 390: ...wiper blade 2 Installing 1 Wiper blade 2 Safety tab 3 Attachment link 4 Wiper arm Guide wiper blade 1 so that opening goes through wiper arm 4 Press wiper blade 1 into arch of wiper arm 4 until safety...

Page 391: ...page 162 Turn off the engine page 64 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch Have any passenger exit the vehicle at a safe distance from the roadway Warning G If the spare tire is more than 6 yea...

Page 392: ...the axle not being worked on Warning G For your safety remove spare wheel from spare wheel carrier before undertaking any further steps Warning G The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the v...

Page 393: ...andle three pieces 1 Indent for activation of release bolt 2 Take the pump handle out of the vehicle tool kit Assemble the pump handle for the jack Jack 2 Release bolt Set indent 1 of the pump handle...

Page 394: ...Removing the wheel Remove the wheel bolts Remove the wheel Do not position the jack on the body of the vehicle as this may cause damage to the vehicle Warning G The jack is intended only for lifting t...

Page 395: ...Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or rusted Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately Do not continue to drive under these circumstan...

Page 396: ...the jack piston in again and close the lowering screw page 392 Store the jack in the designated storage compartment page 367 After changing the wheel secure the damaged wheel on the spare wheel carrie...

Page 397: ...e Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of improperly Large 12 volt storage batteries contain lead Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal Many state...

Page 398: ...attery avoid improper connection of jumper cables smoking etc Warning G Jump starting must only be done using the jump start terminals located in the engine compartment page 400 Warning G Do not place...

Page 399: ...ufacturer Never invert the terminal connections The battery its filler caps and the vent tube must always be securely installed when the vehicle is in operation Warning G Never charge a battery while...

Page 400: ...ry explosion and severe injury or death Never lean over batteries while connecting or jump starting you might get injured Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid Do not allow this fluid to come in contac...

Page 401: ...with the charged battery and run at idle speed Connect negative terminal 3 and the negative terminal of the charged battery with the jumper cable Clamp the cable to the charged battery first Start the...

Page 402: ...the gear selector lever must be in neutral position N and the SmartKey must be in starter switch position 2 When towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground the vehicle may be towed only for dist...

Page 403: ...the vehicle doors lock if a wheel is turning at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph 15 km h or above To prevent the vehicle doors from locking deactivate the automatic central locking page 155 i To...

Page 404: ...sion damage or malfunctions in electrical equipment Move the gear selector lever to neutral position N Shift the transfer case to neutral position N In case of transfer case damage or for towing vehic...

Page 405: ...Towing eye Stranded vehicle Freeing a stranded vehicle on which the wheels are dug into sand or mud should be done with the greatest of care especially if the vehicle is heavily loaded Avoid pulling t...

Page 406: ...compartment on the driver s side page 406 in the front passenger footwell page 406 in the middle tunnel page 407 in the battery box page 408 Before replacing fuses Apply parking brake page 62 Make sur...

Page 407: ...assenger door 1 Mounting screw 2 Cover Unscrew mounting screws 1 Remove cover 2 in direction of the arrow 3 Mounting screw 4 Cover Unscrew mounting screws 3 Remove cover 4 in direction of the arrows D...

Page 408: ...orward i To make changing the fuses easier fuse box 5 can be folded down slightly i We recommend having the fuses changed at a Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center When reinstalling front passenger seat t...

Page 409: ...ssenger side 1 Mounting screw 2 Cover Unscrew mounting screws 1 Remove cover 2 in direction of the arrow Fuse box in battery box The battery box is located under a cover in the rear footwell Replaceme...

Page 410: ...hnical data Parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly V belt drive Engine Rims and tires Electrical system Main dimensions vehicle weights and ratings Fuels coolants lubrica...

Page 411: ...rvice More than 300000 different parts for Mercedes Benz models are available Genuine Mercedes Benz Parts are sub jected to stringent quality inspections Each part has been specifically developed manu...

Page 412: ...nties New Vehicle Limited Warranty Emission System Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California Maine Massachusetts and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty Replacement parts and accessories...

Page 413: ...assenger side front wheelhouse page 413 on the lower edge of the windshield page 413 Example certification label U S vehicles 2 VIN 3 Paintwork code Example certification label Canada vehicles 2 VIN 3...

Page 414: ...ndshield Example illustration G 500 6 Engine number engraved on engine 7 Emission control information label includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission stan dards 8 Vacuum line...

Page 415: ...oning compressor 4 Crankshaft 5 Coolant pump 6 Generator alternator 7 Idler pulley G 55 AMG The G 55 AMG has two poly V belts belt one shown in purple belt two shown in black 1 Idler pulley 2 Automati...

Page 416: ...97 00 mm 3 82 in 97 00 mm Stroke 3 31 in 84 00 mm 3 60 in 92 00 mm Total piston displacement 303 0 cu in 4966 cm3 331 8 cu in 5439 cm3 Compression ratio 10 1 9 1 Output acc to SAE J 1349 292 hp 5500...

Page 417: ...uthorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center The Tire and Loading Information placard with the recommended tire inflation pressures is located on the driver s door B pillar Some vehicles may have supple...

Page 418: ...mm All season tires1 1 Radial ply tires 265 60 R18 110V M S Model G 55 AMG G 55 AMG Rims light alloy 7 5 J x 18 H2 9 5 J x 18 EH2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm 1 97 in 50 mm Summer tires1 2 1 Radial ply...

Page 419: ...data Rims and tires Spare wheel Model G 500 G 55 AMG Rim light alloy 7 5 J x 18 H2 7 5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm 1 69 in 43 mm All season tire1 1 Radial ply tire 265 60 R18 110V M S 265 60...

Page 420: ...enerator alternator 14 V 150 A 14 V 180 A Starter motor 12 V 1 7 kW 12 V 1 7 kW Battery 12 V 90 Ah 12 V 90 Ah Spark plugs Bosch F 8 DPER Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2 NGK ILFR6A Electrode gap 0 039 in 1 0 mm...

Page 421: ...AMG U S vehicles only 186 6 in 4740 mm Overall vehicle width exterior rear view mirrors folded out 78 9 in 2005 mm 78 9 in 2005 mm Overall vehicle width exterior rear view mirrors folded in 71 7 in 18...

Page 422: ...Vehicle Weight GVW comprises weight of vehicle including fuel tools spare wheel installed accessories passengers cargo and if applicable trailer tongue load The GVW must never exceed the GVWR 6615 lb...

Page 423: ...nly or inquire at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Warning G Comply with all valid regulations with respect to handling storing and disposing of service fluids Otherwise you could endang...

Page 424: ...l lock mechanism 0 47 0 63 US qt 0 45 0 6 l Brake fluid DOT 3 4 SAE J 1703 Front axle G 500 G 55 AMG 1 5 US qt 1 4 l 1 5 US qt 1 4 l Hypoid gear oil SAE 85W 90 Hypoid gear oil Castrol SAF XJ Rear axle...

Page 425: ...12 7 l MB 325 0 Anticorrosion Antifreeze Air conditioning system R 134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant oil never R 12 Windshield rear window washer system and headlamp cleaning system approx 7...

Page 426: ...cles or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System U S vehicles or FSS Canada vehicles will result in engine damage not covered by the Me...

Page 427: ...arning G Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous It burns violently and can cause serious personal injury Never allow sparks flame or smoking materials near gasoline Turn off the engine before refu...

Page 428: ...ting of approved product s Follow directions on product label Do not blend other fuel additives with fuel This only results in unnecessary cost and may be harmful to the engine operation Coolants The...

Page 429: ...ability of the solution Therefore do not use more than this amount of anticorrosion antifreeze If the coolant level is low water and MB 325 0 Anticorrosion Antifreeze should be used to bring it up to...

Page 430: ...cal data Fuels coolants lubricants etc Anticorrosion antifreeze quantity Model Approximate freeze protection 35 F 37 C 49 F 45 C G 500 6 35 US qt 6 0 l 7 0 US qt 6 6 l G 55 AMG 6 76 US qt 6 4 l 7 4 US...

Page 431: ...sher solvent antifreeze depending on ambient temperatures Windshield rear window and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing point use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB Su...

Page 432: ...Engine oil 273 Additional turn signals 378 Adjusting 41 Air distribution 186 Air volume 186 Exterior rear view mirrors 46 Head restraint fore and aft adjustment 43 Head restraint height 43 Head restr...

Page 433: ...At the gas station 264 ATF automatic transmission fluid 273 Audio menu 141 Selecting radio station 141 Audio search function 155 Auto dimming for rear view mirror 177 Automatic central locking Activat...

Page 434: ...ecuring 375 Bulbs replacing Additional turn signals 378 Backup lamps 378 386 Brake lamps 378 386 Front fog lamps 378 382 Front lamps 378 Front turn signal lamps 378 383 High beam lamps 378 High mounte...

Page 435: ...estraint systems 68 79 LATCH child seat anchors 83 Child safety switch see Blocking of rear door window operation Cigarette lighter 222 Cleaning Gear selector lever 321 Headlamps 177 Headliner 321 Lea...

Page 436: ...Standard display menu 140 Submenus 135 137 139 TEL menu 159 Trip computer menu 157 Vehicle status message memory menu 144 Vehicle submenu 154 Convenience feature 194 Convenience submenu 156 Activatin...

Page 437: ...g off 176 Switching on 175 Difficulties While driving see Problems while driving With starting 54 Direction of rotation tires 280 Discharged battery Jump starting 399 Disconnecting Vehicle battery 398...

Page 438: ...perations Closing tilt sliding sunroof 374 Locking the vehicle 371 Opening tilt sliding sunroof 374 Unlocking the tailgate 371 Unlocking the vehicle 370 Emergency Tensioning Device see ETD Emission co...

Page 439: ...Front towing eye 404 Front turn signal lamp Replacing bulbs 383 Fuel 265 Additives 427 Gasoline additives 427 Message in display 365 Premium unleaded gasoline 265 424 426 Refueling 264 Requirements 4...

Page 440: ...items cleaning 321 Hazard warning flasher 124 Switching off 124 Switching on 124 Head restraints 108 Power seats 43 Headlamp cleaning system 275 Headlamps Automatic control 118 Cleaning 318 Cleaning s...

Page 441: ...nterior lighting Automatic operation 125 Delayed shut off 154 Manual operation 126 Interior lighting front 125 Interior lighting rear 126 Interior rear view mirror Adjusting 46 Intermittent wipe 60 Ac...

Page 442: ...essage in display 354 Lighter see Cigarette lighter Lighting 117 Automatic headlamp mode 118 Combination switch 122 Daytime running lamp mode 119 Exterior lamp switch 117 Front fog lamps 121 High beam...

Page 443: ...dlamp mode 118 Manual operation Interior lighting control 126 Manual operations Fuel filler flap 372 Locking the vehicle 371 Tilt sliding sunroof 374 Unlocking gear selector lever 373 Unlocking the dr...

Page 444: ...54 Brake pads 347 Coolant 347 350 Cruise control 350 Doors 350 Electronic systems 365 Engine oil 351 352 ESP 341 Front fog lamps 355 Fuel 365 Fuel filler cap 353 Fuel reserve tank 353 High beam headla...

Page 445: ...only 272 One touch gearshifting 168 Canceling gear range limit 169 Extending gear range 168 Limiting gear range 168 Opening Doors from the inside 104 Fuel filler flap 264 Fuel filler flap manually 372...

Page 446: ...g 320 Poly V belt drive Layout 414 Positions memory function Recalling from memory 115 Storing into memory 115 Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires 294 Power assista...

Page 447: ...raints Installing 111 Removing 111 Rear towing eye 404 Rear view camera 203 Rear view mirror auto dimming 177 Rear view mirrors see Mirrors Rear window defroster 181 Activating 181 Deactivating 181 Re...

Page 448: ...Rolling up Cargo compartment cover blind 214 RON 265 Roof rack 206 Rubber parts Cleaning 320 S Safety Occupant 68 Safety belts see Seat belts Safety systems Driving 88 Satellite radio USA only 142 Sea...

Page 449: ...ce functions 156 Factory SmartKey 102 Lighting control system 151 Memory function 115 Menus and submenus 135 Resetting all control system 146 Settings menu Functions in 146 Individual vehicle settings...

Page 450: ...opping Side windows 193 Tilt sliding sunroof 196 Storage bags In rear passenger compartment 217 Storage box In front of armrest 217 Storage compartments 34 215 Armrest 216 Below armrest 216 Cup holder...

Page 451: ...425 Brake fluid 425 Coolant 422 Coolants 427 Electrical system 419 Engine 415 Engine oil 425 Engine oil additives 425 Fuel requirements 426 Fuels 422 Gasoline additives 427 Lubricants 422 Main dimens...

Page 452: ...86 288 Tire inspection 278 Tire load rating 306 Tire ply composition and material used 306 Tire speed rating 250 297 306 Tire terminology 304 Tire traction 249 Tires 277 416 Advanced Tire Pressure Mon...

Page 453: ...ding Standards 307 Units Setting speedometer units 149 Unlocking 38 100 Driver s door in an emergency 370 Fuel filler flap 264 Gear selector lever manually 373 Global 102 In an emergency 370 Selective...

Page 454: ...ervice indicator 313 Parking brake 55 Seat belt telltale 332 333 Warranty coverage 411 Washer fluid see Windshield washer fluid Washing the vehicle 315 Wear pattern tires 308 Weights and ratings 421 W...

Page 455: ...er blades Cleaning 319 Installing 389 Removing 388 Replacing 388 Wiper washer Rear window 60 Wiping And washing simultaneously 59 Intermittent 60 Interval 58 With windshield washer fluid 59 Wood trims...

Page 456: ...w mercedes benz ca We reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment Therefore information illustrations and descriptions in this Operator s Manual might differ from your vehicle Reprinting...

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