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Summary of Contents for 2010 GL 350 BlueTEC

Page 1: ...GL Operator s Manual...

Page 2: ...tor s Manual G Warning Warning notices draw your attention to hazards that may endanger your health or life or the health or life of others Highlights hazards that may result in damage to your vehicle...

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

Page 4: ......

Page 5: ...Index 4 Introduction 20 At a glance 25 Safety and security 35 Controls in detail 69 Operation 225 Practical hints 283 Technical data 359 Contents 3...

Page 6: ...nt air bag off indicator lamp Canada only 46 322 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp USA only 42 322 Knee bag 40 Messages in the multifunction display 291 OCS Occupant Classification Syst...

Page 7: ...ng condition 73 Replacing 326 Battery Vehicle 348 Charging 350 Jump starting 350 Messages in the multifunction display 296 308 Bead tire 255 Beverage holders see Cup holders Bleeding the fuel system d...

Page 8: ...8 187 Climate control 175 Deactivating system 177 185 Front defroster 179 189 Residual heat and ventilation 180 191 Temperature 178 187 Clock 28 135 Cockpit 27 Cold tire inflation pressure 255 Collaps...

Page 9: ...er 129 Distronic 149 Maintenance service indicator 273 Messages in the multifunction display 287 Multifunction display 127 Outside temperature 129 135 Symbol messages 299 Text messages 288 Trip comput...

Page 10: ...ee 4 ETS Emergency in case of First aid kit 284 Flat tire 336 Hazard warning flasher 101 Roadside Assistance 21 216 Towing the vehicle 352 Emergency calls Tele Aid 215 Emergency engine shutdown 357 Em...

Page 11: ...r bags Front axle oil 369 Front lamps see Headlamps Front passenger front air bag 40 Messages in the multifunction display 291 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp Canada only 46 322 Front...

Page 12: ...0 Head restraints 82 Adjustment 82 84 Comfort head restraint 84 NECK PRO active front head restraints 53 NECK PRO active front head restraints resetting 325 Heated steering wheel 93 Height adjustment...

Page 13: ...placing 74 Replacing batteries 326 Restoring to factory setting 71 73 Selective setting 71 73 Starter switch positions 80 KEYLESS GO Starter switch positions 80 Kickdown 117 Kilopascal air pressure un...

Page 14: ...term exceeded 274 Manual headlamp mode Low beam headlamps 98 Maximum engine speed see Vehicle specification Maximum loaded vehicle weight 256 Maximum load rating tires 255 Maximum permissible tire in...

Page 15: ...arshift control 118 Heating 93 Memory function 96 Overview 30 N Navigation menu 130 Navigation system see Separate operating instructions NECK PRO active front head restraints 53 Resetting 325 Nets pa...

Page 16: ...PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp Canada only see Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp Canada only PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp USA only see Front passenger front air bag off indicator l...

Page 17: ...eserve fuel Messages in the multifunction display 309 Warning lamp 29 Reset button 28 124 Reset tool NECK PRO active front head restraints 325 Restraint systems see Occupant safety Rims 256 365 Roadsi...

Page 18: ...c 151 Resume function 147 152 Sport Utility Vehicle see SUV SRS Indicator lamp 29 36 318 Messages in the multifunction display 301 Standing water driving through 262 Starter switch positions KEYLESS G...

Page 19: ...free microphone 34 Menu 142 Operation 142 Phone book 143 Redialing 144 Temperature Interior temperature 178 187 Outside 129 135 Tether anchorage points see Children in the vehicle Tie down rings 200 T...

Page 20: ...railer hitch 269 Weights and ratings 269 Transfer case 119 Gear ranges 120 LOW RANGE mode 120 Switching LOW RANGE mode 121 Transmission see Automatic transmission Transmission fluid level 231 Transmis...

Page 21: ...Indicator and warning Warning sounds Distance warning function 155 Distronic 149 Driver s or passenger s seat belt 51 Parking brake 300 Parktronic system 169 Seat belt telltale 317 Warranty coverage...

Page 22: ...ge caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty We continuously strive to improve our product and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right...

Page 23: ...reason of repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days Written notification should not be sent to a dealer it should be addr...

Page 24: ...fuels will damage the catalysts RGasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating and improper fuel can cause engine damage Sport Utility Vehicle G Warning This Sport Utility Vehicle is designed...

Page 25: ...t towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility for further inspection or repairs Proper use of the vehicle Proper use of the vehicle requires...

Page 26: ...Headquarters 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE West Building Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from www safercar gov Vehicle data recording Information regar...

Page 27: ...Exterior view 26 Cockpit 27 Instrument cluster 28 Multifunction steering wheel 30 Center console 31 Overhead control panel 33 Door control panel 34 25 At a glance...

Page 28: ...104 Wiper blade replacing 334 Wiper blade cleaning 278 Rear lamps 328 A Fuel filler flap 226 B Doors Locking and unlocking 70 323 C Exterior rear view mirrors 94 D Towing eyes 353 E Front lamps 328 F...

Page 29: ...ove box lid release glove box lock 208 F Glove box 207 G Power outlet 212 H Center console 31 Function Page I Starter switch 80 J Steering wheel adjustment manual 91 K On board diagnostics OBD socket...

Page 30: ...e speed limiter indicator lamp2 Function Page Brake warning lamp USA only 316 d ESP warning lamp 318 Distance warning lamp3 319 J Brake warning lamp Canada only 316 h Combination low tire pressure TPM...

Page 31: ...or lamp 100 F Fuel gauge with Fuel tank reserve warning lamp 320 Function Page 8 Fuel filler flap indicator The fuel filler flap is located on the rear right hand side G Multifunction display with Out...

Page 32: ...to move within a menu to select previous or next track scene or stored station within Audio DVD menu 129 to switch to the phone book and select a name or number within Telephone menu 142 Press and ho...

Page 33: ...switch 159 C Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp USA only 42 322 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp Canada only 46 322 Function Page D Storage compartment 207 E Alarm syste...

Page 34: ...for Downhill Speed Regulation DSR 155 D Rotary switch for vehicle level control 159 E Alarm system indicator lamp 67 Function Page F Seat ventilation driver s side 90 G Seat heating driver s side 90 H...

Page 35: ...ion Page Left front reading lamp on off 101 Automatic interior lighting 101 Rear interior lighting on off 101 Front interior lighting on off 101 A Right reading lamp on off 101 B Front right interior...

Page 36: ...de door handle 74 Central locking unlocking switch 75 Exterior rear view mirror adjustment 94 Selection buttons for exterior rear view mirror adjustment 94 Power folding exterior rear view mirrors 95...

Page 37: ...Vehicle equipment 36 Occupant safety 36 Panic alarm 61 Driving safety systems 61 Anti theft systems 66 35 Safety and security...

Page 38: ...estraint system components or their wiring as well as tampering with interconnected electronic systems can lead to the restraint systems no longer functioning as intended Air bags or Emergency Tension...

Page 39: ...es it indicate a fire in the vehicle The dust might cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this you may wish to get out of the vehicle as...

Page 40: ...Manual G Warning Accident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in a rear seat There is a possibility for a side impact air bag related injury if occupants especially c...

Page 41: ...itional trim material seat covers badges etc over the steering wheel hub front passenger front air bag cover outboard sides of the seat backrests door trim panels or door frame trims RDo not install a...

Page 42: ...the front passenger front air bag The air bags will not deploy in impacts which do not exceed the system s preset deployment thresholds You will then be protected by the fastened seat belts The front...

Page 43: ...ssenger side impact air bag will not deploy if the OCS senses that the front passenger seat is empty and the front passenger seat belt is not fastened With the front passenger seat empty and the seat...

Page 44: ...seat The system does not deactivate Rthe front passenger side impact air bag Rthe window curtain air bag Rthe Emergency Tensioning Devices ETDs To be classified correctly the front passenger must sit...

Page 45: ...nding on occupant weight sensor readings from the seat remain illuminated or go out With the 42 indicator lamp illuminated the front passenger front air bag is deactivated With the 42 indicator lamp o...

Page 46: ...eactivated Should the 42 indicator lamp not illuminate or go out while the restraint is installed please check installation Periodically check the 42 indicator lamp while driving to make sure the 42 i...

Page 47: ...perly fastened in a position that is as upright as possible with your back against the seat backrest RWhile seated an occupant should not position him herself in such a way as to cause the occupant s...

Page 48: ...ion when circumstances require you to place a child in the front passenger seat RChildren 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a Mercedes Benz authorized BabySmart compat...

Page 49: ...ith the special child seat installed properly the front passenger front air bag will not deploy The 42 indicator lamp will be illuminated except with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch or wi...

Page 50: ...n be considerably more severe without your seat belt properly buckled Without your seat belt buckled you are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriou...

Page 51: ...so that the shoulder section is located as close as possible to the middle of the shoulder It should not touch the neck Never pass the shoulder portion of the seat belt under your arm For this purpos...

Page 52: ...deactivation system Canada only Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a Mercedes Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat which operates with the BabySmar...

Page 53: ...seat belt by guiding latch plate Y page 50 Make sure the seat belt retracts completely Otherwise the seat belt and or latch plate could get caught or pinched in the door or in the seat mechanism This...

Page 54: ...ly see SRS indicator lamp Y page 36 The ETDs for the front seats will only activate if the front seat belts are fastened latch plate properly inserted into buckle The ETDs for the rear outer seats sec...

Page 55: ...the rear until the seat belt tension is reduced The locking mechanism releases When moving the seats make sure there are no items in the footwell or behind the seats Otherwise you could damage the se...

Page 56: ...traint adjustment see Head restraint height Y page 83 or see Head restraint fore and aft adjustment Y page 84 Correct driver seat adjustment G Warning In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle contro...

Page 57: ...or child is traveling with you in the vehicle X Secure the child using an infant or child restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child X Make sure the infant or child is properly secured at...

Page 58: ...special seat belt retractor will be deactivated i Information on child seats with mounting fittings for tether anchorages Y page 58 For information on LATCH type child seat anchors Y page 59 The use o...

Page 59: ...e air bag when it inflates in a crash If this happens serious or fatal injury will result RA child in a rear facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed...

Page 60: ...ests in their upright position after installing top tether straps or when the extended cargo compartment is not in use Make sure that seat backrests are secured properly by pushing and pulling on the...

Page 61: ...cover Child seat anchors LATCH type G Observe Safety notes see page 55 G Warning Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using regular seat belts Position shoulder belt across che...

Page 62: ...the rear doors enable you to secure each rear door individually You cannot open a secured rear door from the inside You can open the rear door from the outside when the vehicle is unlocked X Securing...

Page 63: ...rt 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interfere...

Page 64: ...tead Pumping the brake pedal defeats the purpose of the ABS and significantly reduces braking effectiveness The Antilock Brake System ABS regulates the brake pressure so that the wheels do not lock du...

Page 65: ...see page 62 The Electronic Brake Proportioning EBP enhances braking effectiveness by allowing the rear brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking effort in straight line braking without a l...

Page 66: ...he recommended tire size as specified in the Technical data section of this Operator s Manual i The Distronic system and cruise control switch off automatically when the ESP engages Electronic Tractio...

Page 67: ...alfunction Vehicle stability in standard driving maneuvers is reduced Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and to the non operating status of the ESP Avoid spinning of a driv...

Page 68: ...i Starting the engine will also deactivate the immobilizer In the event that the engine cannot be started yet the vehicle s battery is charged the system is not operational Contact an authorized Merc...

Page 69: ...lamps flash once to indicate that the alarm system is disarmed i Unless you open a door or the tailgate within approximately 40 seconds after unlocking the vehicle RThe vehicle will be locked again RT...

Page 70: ...68...

Page 71: ...g and parking 108 Automatic transmission 114 Transfer case 119 Differential locks 121 Instrument cluster 124 Control system 125 Driving systems 144 Overview of climate control sys tem functions and ai...

Page 72: ...m if necessary X Use the mechanical key to unlock the driver s door Y page 323 X Use the mechanical key to lock the vehicle Y page 324 X Have the vehicle battery and the vehicle battery connections ch...

Page 73: ...ce X Global unlocking Press button twice X Global locking Press button KEYLESS GO Vehicles equipped with KEYLESS GO come with two SmartKeys with KEYLESS GO each with remote control and a removable mec...

Page 74: ...r handle the message Key Not Detected appears in the multifunction display with the engine running the red message Key Not Detected appears in the multifunction display while driving off Find the Smar...

Page 75: ...ock button on an outside door handle Checking SmartKey batteries Example illustration SmartKey with KEYLESS GO X Press button or on the SmartKey Battery check lamp comes on briefly to indicate that th...

Page 76: ...inside even when it is locked unless it is secured with the child safety lock Y page 60 Open door only when conditions are safe to do so Example illustration driver s door If the vehicle has previous...

Page 77: ...he inside Rand the SmartKey is set to selective settings only the front door opened from the inside is unlocked If the vehicle has been locked centrally with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS GO it will no...

Page 78: ...elock automatically if the vehicle was locked when the tailgate was released from the inside If the tailgate lock does not engage automatically and if applicable the tailgate does not relock after a f...

Page 79: ...ure carefully to make sure no one is in danger of being injured To prevent possible personal injury always keep hands and fingers away from the cargo compartment opening when closing the tailgate Be e...

Page 80: ...ke sure the vehicle s on board electronics have status 0 Press button F on the SmartKey You can close the tailgate and lock the vehicle simultaneously from the outside using the KEYLESS GO locking clo...

Page 81: ...carefully to make sure no one is in danger of being injured To interrupt the closing procedure press or pull the door mounted remote tailgate switch If the tailgate comes into contact with an object w...

Page 82: ...p to prevent accelerated vehicle battery discharge or a completely discharged vehicle battery If the SmartKey cannot be turned in the starter switch the vehicle battery may not be sufficiently charged...

Page 83: ...s radio functions i If you now press the KEYLESS GO start stop button Ronce more the ignition position 2 is switched on Rtwice more the power supply is again switched off Ignition or position 2 X Pres...

Page 84: ...enter of the head restraint must support the back of the head at eye level RNever place hands under the seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted Failure to do so could result in an...

Page 85: ...emory function Y page 96 lets you store the settings for the seat position together with the settings for the steering wheel electrical and exterior rear view mirrors X Seat fore and aft adjustment Pr...

Page 86: ...with Rear Seat Entertainment System When adjusting the head restraint make sure your fingers do not become caught between the head restraint cushion and the monitor Failing to do so may lead to injur...

Page 87: ...in in direction of arrow at resistance point X Lift up the right second row seat until it folds forward You should now have sufficient space to access the vehicle s third row seat i Vehicles with memo...

Page 88: ...tely see Expanding cargo volume Y page 201 Returning second row seats to their original position G Warning When occupants have entered or exited the vehicle using the easy entry exit feature before dr...

Page 89: ...be seated and properly secured in an appropriately sized infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child For additional information see Children in...

Page 90: ...ckrest will move forward against your back X Release adjustment handle when the seat backrest has reached the desired position To make sure the seat backrest has engaged lean firmly against the seat b...

Page 91: ...se to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or...

Page 92: ...h Seat ventilation The blue indicator lamps in seat ventilation switch come on to show which ventilation level you have selected i The seat ventilation for the driver s seat can be activated using the...

Page 93: ...rned on The seat heating switches off automatically The seat heating will switch back on again automatically as soon as sufficient voltage is available Multifunction steering wheel Safety notes G Warn...

Page 94: ...ntentionally activate the easy entry exit feature which could result in an accident and or serious personal injury With the easy entry exit feature activated the steering wheel will return to its last...

Page 95: ...e steering wheel heating is suspended when the temperature of the vehicle interior is above 86 30 It is also suspended when the temperature of the steering wheel is above 95 35 When these conditions d...

Page 96: ...be made Adjustments can only be made with the indicator lamp for the respective exterior rear view mirror button illuminated X Press adjustment button up down left or right according to the desired s...

Page 97: ...e passenger side exterior rear view mirror moves to the preset parking position X Adjust the passenger side exterior rear view mirror with adjustment button so that you see the rear wheel and the road...

Page 98: ...on the ignition X Folding in Briefly press button Both exterior rear view mirrors fold in i At speeds above approximately 30 mph 47 km h you will not be able to fold the exterior mirrors in X Folding...

Page 99: ...headlamps modified for symmetrical low beams Relevant information can be obtained at any authorized Mercedes Benz Center i Vehicles equipped with active Bi Xenon headlamps The active Bi Xenon headlamp...

Page 100: ...adlamps by turning exterior lamp switch to L when driving or when traffic and or ambient lighting conditions require you to do so In low ambient lighting conditions only switch from position to L with...

Page 101: ...the exterior lamp switch to position L the manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode The corresponding exterior lamps come on Y page 97 USA only When the engine is running...

Page 102: ...ion see Switching locator lighting on or off Y page 136 and Switching night security illumination Headlamps delayed shut off feature on or off Y page 137 Combination switch Turn signals X Press the co...

Page 103: ...lly press hazard warning flasher switch to switch it off Headlamp cleaning system The headlamps will be cleaned with a high pressure water jet automatically when the engine is running and you have Rsw...

Page 104: ...on off Press switch c X Switching rear interior lighting on off Press switch v X Switching front reading lamps on off Press respective switch p Ambient lighting The brightness of the ambient lighting...

Page 105: ...ld wipers off 2 Slow intermittent wiping8 3 Fast intermittent wiping9 4 Slow continuous wiping 5 Fast continuous wiping B Single wipe Wiping with washer fluid X Switch on the ignition X Turn the combi...

Page 106: ...ld wipers wipe one time without washer fluid Wiping with washer fluid X Press the combination switch in direction of arrow B past the resistance point The windshield wipers operate with washer fluid i...

Page 107: ...rear door windows from the rear is not possible when you activate the override switch Y page 60 G Observe Safety notes see page 55 G Warning When opening or closing the windows make sure there is no d...

Page 108: ...ring express operation Press or pull the respective switch again Closing when a door window is blocked G Warning Make sure that nobody can become trapped and be seriously or even fatally injured when...

Page 109: ...g feature When the weather is warm you can ventilate the vehicle before driving off by simultaneously Ropening the door windows Ropening the hinged quarter windows Ropening the tilt sliding sunroof Rs...

Page 110: ...cedure Driving and parking Safety notes G Warning Make sure absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedals range of movement Keep the driver s footwell clear of all obstacles If there are any floorm...

Page 111: ...t operating temperature preglow indicator lamp may not stay on and you can start the engine without preglowing With KEYLESS GO G Warning As long as the SmartKey is in your vehicle the vehicle can be s...

Page 112: ...X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance The engine does not start You cannot hear the starter The battery may not be charged sufficiently X Get a jump start Y page 350...

Page 113: ...th the brake pedal depressed Without the brake pedal depressed the gear selector lever can be moved up or down However the parking pawl remains engaged not allowing shifting to occur X Wait for the ge...

Page 114: ...n the front wheels towards the road curb RTurn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or press the KEYLESS GO start stop button RTake the Smar...

Page 115: ...tically Always shift the automatic transmission into park position P before turning off the engine Otherwise the vehicle could roll away which could result in an accident and or serious personal injur...

Page 116: ...ng is delayed This allows the catalytic converter gasoline engine or oxidation catalyst diesel engine to heat up more quickly to operating temperature Gear selector lever Gearshift pattern for automat...

Page 117: ...only will shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N automatically Always shift the automatic transmission into park position P before turning off the engine Otherwise the vehicle could...

Page 118: ...rtKey in the starter switch Shifting into reverse gear R X With the vehicle at a standstill depress the brake pedal X Move the gear selector lever up past the resistance point Shifting into drive posi...

Page 119: ...ved freely pushed or towed To avoid damage to the transmission never shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N while driving Exception If the ESP is switched off or malfunctioning shift...

Page 120: ...ift into a lower gear range manually if the automatic transmission hunts between gears on inclines A lower gear range and reduction of speed reduces the potential to overload or to overheat the engine...

Page 121: ...ndicator disappears from the multifunction display The automatic transmission will shift from the current gear range directly into drive position D Shifting into optimal gear range X Pull and hold lef...

Page 122: ...systems Y page 61 Gear ranges There are two possible settings HIGH RANGE Road position for all normal driving situations LOW RANGE mode off LOW RANGE Off road position for traveling on rough terrain L...

Page 123: ...tching LOW RANGE mode off switching from LOW RANGE to HIGH RANGE The shifting procedure can only be performed when the following conditions are met RThe engine is running RThe automatic transmission i...

Page 124: ...ght off road driving Transfer case position LOW Y page 120 also enhances off road driving capabilities More extreme off road conditions may call for another solution engaging a differential lock or pr...

Page 125: ...when the differential locks are manually engaged increasing the risk of an accident For safety reasons the locks are automatically released at a vehicle speed above 31 mph 50 km h Nevertheless you sh...

Page 126: ...ng indicator lamps Rmalfunction warning messages Rfailure of any systems Driving characteristics may be impaired If you must continue to drive do so with added caution Contact an authorized Mercedes B...

Page 127: ...duction The control system is activated as soon as the starter switch is in position 1 Y page 80 The control system enables you to call up information about your vehicle and to change vehicle settings...

Page 128: ...enu pressing the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel will alter what appears in the multifunction display The information available in the multifunction display is arranged in menus and accomp...

Page 129: ...r For more information on menus displayed in the multifunction display see Menus and submenus Y page 127 Menus and submenus i The headings used in the menus table are designed to facilitate navigation...

Page 130: ...p digital speedometer or outside temperature Y page 129 RCalling up maintenance service indicator display Y page 274 Checking coolant temperature G Warning Driving when your engine is overheated can c...

Page 131: ...or video equipment which you have currently switched on The following functions are available RSelecting radio station Y page 129 ROperating audio devices audio media Y page 130 ROperating video DVD Y...

Page 132: ...and hold button or The current track does not appear during Audio AUX mode operation Operating video DVD X Switch on the COMAND system and select DVD Video Refer to separate COMAND system operating i...

Page 133: ...vate Distronic Vehicle status message memory menu Use the Vehicle status message memory menu to scan malfunction and warning messages that may be stored in the memory Such messages appear in the multi...

Page 134: ...collection of submenus with which you can make individual settings for your vehicle The following settings and submenus are available in the Settings menu RResetting to factory settings Y page 132 RS...

Page 135: ...ster submenu RSelecting speedometer odometer display mode Y page 134 Canada only RSelecting digital speedometer display mode Y page 134 RSelecting language Y page 134 RSelecting display digital speedo...

Page 136: ...or Miles Selecting digital speedometer display mode X Press button V or U repeatedly until the Settings menu appears in the multifunction display X Press button X Move the selection marker with butto...

Page 137: ...system operating instructions for information on how to set the time and date Setting the time This function is not available if your vehicle is equipped with the COMAND system and navigation module...

Page 138: ...X Press button W or X to switch the daytime running lamp mode On or Off With daytime running lamp mode activated and the exterior lamp switch in position or the daytime running lamps are switched on w...

Page 139: ...pears in the multifunction display X Press button X Move the selection marker with button W or X to the Lighting submenu X Press button or repeatedly until the message Ambient Light Level appears in t...

Page 140: ...s function to set whether you would like the interior lighting to remain on for 10 seconds during darkness after you have removed the SmartKey from the starter switch X Press button V or U repeatedly...

Page 141: ...s one of the memory position buttons RPress memory button M Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Children could open the driver s door and unintentiona...

Page 142: ...ress button X Move the selection marker with button W or X to the Comfort submenu X Press button or repeatedly until the message Fold In Mirrors When Locking appears in the multifunction display The s...

Page 143: ...ce DSR is switched on you can adjust the set speed using the cruise control lever Y page 157 Trip computer menu Use the Trip computer menu to call up statistical data on your vehicle The following inf...

Page 144: ...eset automatically to 0 after 99999 miles or 9999 hours whichever occurs first Distance to empty X Press button U or V repeatedly until the message From Start appears in the multifunction display X Pr...

Page 145: ...Bluetooth yet X Connect the telephone to the COMAND system via Bluetooth RReady or name of the network provider if available The telephone has found a network and is ready for use You can operate it...

Page 146: ...ronic RHill start assist system RDownhill Speed Regulation DSR ROff road driving program vehicles without enhanced off road package RAir suspension program Adaptive Damping System ADS and vehicle leve...

Page 147: ...re securely in place RDo not rest your foot underneath the brake pedal as it could otherwise be trapped You could otherwise cause an accident and injure yourself and or others Setting current or highe...

Page 148: ...may take a brief moment until the vehicle has made the necessary adjustments Increase or decrease the set vehicle speed to a value that the prevailing road conditions and legal speed limits permit Ot...

Page 149: ...o that you follow that vehicle at your preset following distance RIf there is no vehicle directly ahead of you the Distronic will function in the same way as standard cruise control Y page 144 G Warni...

Page 150: ...g and the vehicle could skid Rthe Distronic system sensor cover is dirty or visibility is diminished due to snow rain or fog for example The distance control system functionality could be impaired Alw...

Page 151: ...nts come on around set speed The vehicle speed displayed on the speedometer can briefly vary from the speed setting on the Distronic system When the Distronic detects a vehicle directly ahead the crui...

Page 152: ...ot under the brake pedal your foot could become caught Distronic menu in the control system Use the DISTRONIC menu to display the current settings for your Distronic system The information shown in th...

Page 153: ...Rwhen the ESP is switched off or has switched off due to a malfunction The vehicle speed displayed on the speedometer can briefly vary from the speed setting on the Distronic system Setting the curre...

Page 154: ...nd the vehicle will accelerate or decelerate Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has reached the set speed Setting stored speed Resume function G Warning The set speed store...

Page 155: ...retion to select the appropriate setting given road conditions traffic driver s preferred driving style and applicable laws and driving recommendations for safe following distance X Increasing distanc...

Page 156: ...rs in the multifunction display For cleaning and care of the Distronic system sensor cover see Y page 278 i If the message DISTRONIC Available Again appears during driving the dirt e g slush has disso...

Page 157: ...to avoid a collision especially when traveling on varying road surface conditions and with varying driver reaction Complex driving situations are not always fully recognized by the distance warning fu...

Page 158: ...The DSR regulates the vehicle s speed in automatic transmission positions D or R i In addition make use of the engine s braking effect by shifting the automatic transmission into a lower gear You can...

Page 159: ...display i If the DSR is switched on at a speed above 20 mph Canada 30 km h the message DSR Max Speed 20 MPH Canada 30 km h appears in the multifunction display For information on how to program the se...

Page 160: ...control lever down past the resistance point in direction of arrow X Release the cruise control lever The vehicle speed decreases in increments of 5 mph Canada 10 km h Each time the set speed is chan...

Page 161: ...ing safety and tire comfort are increased The fine tuning of the damping is dependent on Ryour driving style Rroad surface conditions Ryour personal settings Vehicles without enhanced off road package...

Page 162: ...wer the vehicle while it is standing still Limbs could become wedged into or under the vehicle For safety reasons the vehicle can only be lowered with all doors and the tailgate closed Lowering is int...

Page 163: ...e Trailer towing Y page 269 Raised level Only select the raised level if appropriate for the driving situation encountered Otherwise the fuel consumption may increase and or the handling characteristi...

Page 164: ...hicle speed is above 55 mph 88 km h or if the vehicle speed stays between 40 mph 64 km h and 55 mph 88 km h for approximately 20 seconds Vehicles with enhanced off road package Basic settings The foll...

Page 165: ...at low speed exclusively The vehicle has a very high center of gravity in off road level 3 This increases the overturning hazard RSelect off road level 3 exclusively for clearing impracticable situati...

Page 166: ...off road level 3 you will see for example the following message in the multifunction display Once off road level 3 is reached you will see for example the following message in the multifunction displ...

Page 167: ...function display RDepending on the ADS setting Y page 159 the vehicle will be lowered to the highspeed level when traveling at higher speeds At speeds below 25 mph 40 km h at the latest it will be ret...

Page 168: ...erve instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground Only conduct operational or performance tests on a two axle dynamometer If such tests are necessary contact an authorized Mercede...

Page 169: ...levated crossbars or road curbs Such objects may not be detected by the system and can damage the vehicle During parking maneuvers pay special attention to objects located above or below the height of...

Page 170: ...ng on the distance When the seventh distance segment illuminates you have reached the minimum distance RFront area An intermittent acoustic warning lasting a maximum of 2 seconds will sound as the fir...

Page 171: ...zed Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible If only the red distance segments illuminate and no acoustic warning sounds the Parktronic system sensors are dirty e g dirt ice snow and slush Another cau...

Page 172: ...cker Rthere is a sudden change in temperature e g if you drive into a heated garage from the cold lens condensation Rthe camera lens is dirty or covered Rthe rear of your vehicle is damaged In this ca...

Page 173: ...closer than the red guideline Red guideline indicates an approximate distance of 10 in 0 25 m from the rear of the vehicle Yellow guidelines indicate an approximate distance of 3 ft 1 m from the rear...

Page 174: ...trol separately for each zone in the vehicle Rear automatic climate control Y page 185 The rear automatic climate control allows separate climate settings for the rear compartment Air vents G Warning...

Page 175: ...air volume control for adjustable left center air vent X Opening closing Turn thumbwheels and in the required direction Side air vents Example illustration driver s side Left side defroster air vent f...

Page 176: ...vents in the roof liner over the third row seats Vehicles with 3 zone automatic climate control only Left air vent adjustable Right air vent adjustable Thumbwheel for air volume control for adjustable...

Page 177: ...p this setting selected only until the windshield or the side windows are clear again Y page 179 Increasing air volume Y page 179 A Air distribution directs air through the windshield and side air ven...

Page 178: ...to lack of fresh air Y page 180 K Interior temperature sensor L Climate control on off i Switches on the climate control system The indicator lamp in button goes out Y page 177 Notes on climate contr...

Page 179: ...ton on the climate control panel If you press button to reactivate the climate control system the defrosting mode is activated Deactivating the rear climate control from the front X Deactivating Press...

Page 180: ...senger side are also used for the rear passenger compartment X Deactivating Press button I or K The indicator lamp in button goes out The automatic operation of air volume switches off The selected bl...

Page 181: ...ume and the temperature when the front defroster is switched on The air flow will remain on the windshield and front door windows X Press button I to decrease or button K to increase air volume to the...

Page 182: ...ting Press button d The indicator lamp in the button goes out i The manually selected air recirculation mode is deactivated automatically Rafter 5 minutes if the outside temperature is below approxima...

Page 183: ...me automatic mode i Switches on the automatic mode The indicator lamp in button comes on Y page 187 Front defroster i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the side windows are clear...

Page 184: ...86 E Air distribution directs air through center and side air vents Y page 188 F Air distribution directs air through the footwells and side air vents Y page 188 G Air volume display H Decreasing air...

Page 185: ...d side air vents Y page 188 Front defroster i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the side windows are clear again Y page 189 A Increasing air volume Y page 189 B Rear window defro...

Page 186: ...esidual heat ventilation i With the engine turned off it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior Y page 191 J Display K Decreasing air volume Y page 189 L Air recirculation i Only us...

Page 187: ...before its scheduled replacement interval A clogged filter will reduce the air volume to the interior and the windows could fog up impairing visibility and endangering you and others Have a clogged f...

Page 188: ...ar climate control from the rear X Deactivating Press button The indicator lamp in the button comes on X Reactivating Press button The indicator lamp in the button comes on Air conditioning The air co...

Page 189: ...he rear passenger compartment X Deactivating Press button I or K The indicator lamp in button goes out The automatic air volume is switched off and is controlled according to the desired setting The a...

Page 190: ...unterclockwise Rear temperature with rear climate control panel X Increasing decreasing Turn temperature control Y page 185 slightly clockwise or counterclockwise Adjusting air distribution USA only T...

Page 191: ...reviously selected level Front defroster You can use this setting to defrost the windshield for example if it is iced up You can also defog the windshield and the side windows i Keep this setting sele...

Page 192: ...d air distribution are switched off X Press buttons O c16 and P 16 Air recirculation mode Switch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors from entering the vehicle from the outside e g be...

Page 193: ...minutes Rif the battery voltage drops Rif the coolant temperature is too low Using driver side settings for all temperature zones This feature is only available in Canada vehicles You can use the set...

Page 194: ...event of an accident the glass may shatter This may result in an opening in the roof In a vehicle rollover occupants not wearing their seat belts or not wearing them properly may be thrown out of the...

Page 195: ...window slightly Raising X Raising manually Press and hold the sunroof switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow X Release the sunroof switch when the desired position is reached X Express o...

Page 196: ...authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance X Vehicles with SmartKey Switch off the ignition and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch X Vehicles with KEYLESS GO Switch off the...

Page 197: ...n label located on the driver s door B pillar Y page 242 For more information see Tire and Loading Information Y page 242 The handling characteristics of a fully loaded vehicle depend greatly on the l...

Page 198: ...Benz accessories contact your authorized Mercedes Benz Center Roof rails Crossbars The maximum roof load of any add on roof equipment is reduced by the unladen weight of the crossbars 13 7 Ibs 6 2 kg...

Page 199: ...property including damage to your vehicle G Warning A roof load creates a greater surface area exposed to the wind and causes the vehicle to have a higher center of gravity thereby changing the vehic...

Page 200: ...rail X Make sure clamping claw A lies flush against the inside of roof rail F as shown in the illustration If necessary adjust clamping width of crossbar Y page 199 X Slightly tighten screw on both si...

Page 201: ...tions and pay attention to the stickers FRONT and REAR Y page 198 Screw for clamping claw A Clamping claw G Screws for adjusting clamping width 2 in total for each side H Cover strip X Pull cover stri...

Page 202: ...2 kg into the parcel net on the back of the front passenger seat Otherwise the OCS may not be able to properly approximate the occupant weight category G Warning Parcel nets are intended for storing l...

Page 203: ...n transporting cargo Unless you are transporting cargo the seat backrests must remain properly locked in the upright position In an accident during hard braking or sudden maneuvers loose items will be...

Page 204: ...If a third row seat is not engaged properly for example the message 3rd Row Of Seats Right Not Locked appears in the multifunction display Y page 125 X Press button again until the message disappears...

Page 205: ...he seat backrest folds down X Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the seat backrest Folding third row seats Use the left button indicated by L to fold down the left third row seat Use t...

Page 206: ...operly locked Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat not properly locked as this can be dangerous The seat could move forward and the seat backrest could fold You could slide under the seat belt...

Page 207: ...nd release X Rolling up Disengage cargo compartment cover blind and guide retraction by its handle Before removing or installing cargo compartment cover blind behind the third row seats fold the left...

Page 208: ...aneuver The cargo net cannot prevent the movement of large heavier objects into the passenger compartment in an accident Such items must be properly secured using the cargo tie down rings in the cargo...

Page 209: ...X Press the red button on the upper and lower cargo net bar X Fold the cargo net X Roll up the cargo net X Close the hook and loop fasteners on the cargo net package Front storage compartments G Warn...

Page 210: ...er console In vehicles with enhanced off road package the upper storage compartment contains a control panel Y page 123 X Press the front of the cover briefly The cover opens automatically Front armre...

Page 211: ...on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty When not in use keep the cup holder closed An open cup holder may cause injury to you or others when contacted d...

Page 212: ...glare can endanger you and others Sun visor Additional sun visor Vanity mirror lamp Vanity mirror cover A Holder e g for gas cards B Vanity mirror C Mounting Glare through the windshield X Flip sun v...

Page 213: ...ess on button to disengage the third row sunshade from mounting Ashtrays Center console ashtray i A storage compartment is located under the ashtray insert The storage compartment is not heat proof Th...

Page 214: ...necting or using plugs that do not fit properly can damage the lighter socket With the socket damaged the lighter may not function properly any longer The cigarette lighter is not designed for use wit...

Page 215: ...ll on the cable to unplug a plug from the 115V AC socket Do not use a damaged connection cable The 115V AC socket may not be connected to another 115V AC power source Do not use converters to a ground...

Page 216: ...d Mercedes Benz Center Tele Aid In order to activate the Tele Aid system a subscriber agreement must be completed To ensure your system is activated and operational please press Information button E t...

Page 217: ...ate as expected In case of an emergency help will have to be summoned by other means Have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes Benz Center or contact the Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 FOR...

Page 218: ...11 emergency call system is a public service Using it without due cause is a criminal offense Initiating an emergency call manually X Briefly press on cover to open X Press SOS button briefly The indi...

Page 219: ...tion Sign and Drive services USA only Services such as a jump start a few gallons of fuel or the replacement of a flat tire with the vehicle spare wheel are obtainable at no charge i If the indicator...

Page 220: ...ls can only be terminated by a Customer Assistance Center representative All other calls can be terminated by pressing button on the multifunction steering wheel or the respective button for ending a...

Page 221: ...our vehicle was stolen X Report the incident to the police The police will issue a numbered incident report X Pass this number on to the Customer Assistance Center along with your password The Custome...

Page 222: ...emote control A of the device you wish to train approximately 2 to 12 in 5 to 30 cm away from the signal transmitter button or to be programmed while keeping indicator lamp in view X Step 4 Using both...

Page 223: ...transmitter buttons repeat the steps above starting with step 3 Gate operator Canadian programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds o...

Page 224: ...located on the reverse side of the remote The integrated remote control is compatible with radio frequency devices operating between 280 390 MHz RPut a new battery in hand held remote control A This w...

Page 225: ...ltifunction display The compass displays the direction into which the vehicle is currently traveling N NE E SE S SW W or NW Floormats G Warning Whenever you are using floormats make sure there is enou...

Page 226: ...g Fold the respective seat halfway in or out Y page 201 X Reach into the recess in the seat cover X Pull the seat cover in direction of arrow X Remove the seat cover to reach under the seats X Install...

Page 227: ...e equipment 226 The first 1000 miles 1500 km 226 At the gas station 226 Engine compartment 228 Tires and wheels 233 Winter driving 257 Driving instructions 259 Maintenance 273 Vehicle care 275 225 Ope...

Page 228: ...ning Gasoline and diesel fuels are highly flammable and poisonous They burn violently and can cause serious injury Never allow sparks flames or smoking materials near gasoline or diesel fuel Turn off...

Page 229: ...ith a minimum Posted Octane Rating of 91 average of 96 RON 86 MON Information on gasoline quality can normally be found on the fuel pump Please contact gas station personnel in case labels on the pump...

Page 230: ...eratures diesel engine Do not fill the tank with gasoline Do not blend diesel fuel with gasoline or kerosene The fuel system and engine will otherwise be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes B...

Page 231: ...on and the engine is turned manually G Warning Vehicles with diesel engine The engine is equipped with a high voltage electronic control unit for the injection system Because of the high voltage it is...

Page 232: ...be made after the vehicle break in period Do not use any special lubricant additives as these may damage the drive assemblies Using special additives not approved by Mercedes Benz may cause damage not...

Page 233: ...oil entering the ground or water Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off It could cause damage to the engine and emission control system not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty X Screw f...

Page 234: ...able Do not spill washer solvent antifreeze on hot engine parts because it may ignite and burn You could be seriously burned Always use washer solvent antifreeze where temperatures may fall below free...

Page 235: ...of the wheels and the tires may no longer be correct G Warning Worn old tires can cause accidents If the tire tread is worn to minimum tread depth or if the tires have sustained damage replace them Wh...

Page 236: ...ilure Your vehicle is equipped with the Tire and Loading Information placard located on the driver s door B pillar Y page 242 The tire inflation pressure should be checked regularly Only adjust the ti...

Page 237: ...uthorized Mercedes Benz Center i Driving comfort may be reduced when the tire inflation pressure is adjusted to the value for speeds above 100 mph 160 km h as specified on the tire inflation pressure...

Page 238: ...ing Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail fr...

Page 239: ...re X If you have overfilled the tire release tire inflation pressure by pushing the metal stem of the valve with e g a tip of a pen Then recheck the tire inflation pressure with the tire gauge X Insta...

Page 240: ...re blowout caused by a foreign object In this case bring the vehicle to a halt by carefully applying the brakes and avoiding abrupt steering maneuvers Restarting the tire pressure loss warning system...

Page 241: ...e a month when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar or the tire inflation press...

Page 242: ...cumstances X Switch on the ignition X Press button V or U on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the standard display appears in the multifunction display Y page 128 X Press button or un...

Page 243: ...m loaded vehicle condition If such information is provided it can be found on the inside of the fuel filler flap X Using the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Y page 2...

Page 244: ...ehicle show how much weight it may properly carry 1 The Tire and Loading Information placard can be found on the driver s door B pillar This placard tells you important information about the number of...

Page 245: ...occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue load if applicable should never exceed the weight referenced in that statement Seating capacity i Data shown on Tire and Loading Information placard example...

Page 246: ...able cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4 X Step 6 if applicable If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual...

Page 247: ...bs 540 lbs 150 lbs Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Step 3 Available cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight total load limit from Tire and Loading Information placard minus combined weight of all occupa...

Page 248: ...overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly causin...

Page 249: ...side of the tire Replace the tire if you find any of the above conditions Make sure you also inspect the spare tire periodically for condition and inflation Spare tires will age and become worn over...

Page 250: ...idewall i For illustration purposes only Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire s...

Page 251: ...nflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause excessive heat build up and possible tire failure The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s r...

Page 252: ...the inner side of the wheels tires during each rotation Check for and ensure proper tire inflation pressure For information on wheel change see Flat tire Y page 336 Tire labeling Besides tire name sal...

Page 253: ...height by section width Tire code Tire code indicates the tire construction type The R stands for radial tire type Letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction letter B means belted bias ply const...

Page 254: ...ove 186 mph 300 km h ZR above 149 mph 240 km h RAt the tire manufacturer s option any tire with a speed capability above 149 mph 240 km h can include a ZR in the size designation for example 245 40 ZR...

Page 255: ...purchasing new tires If you are uncertain about the correct reading of the information given on a tire s sidewall any authorized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to assist you Load identification i F...

Page 256: ...on retreaded tires see Y page 233 Tire size Code indicates the tire size Tire type code Tire type code may at the option of the manufacturer be used as a descriptive code for identifying significant...

Page 257: ...GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle weight The gross vehicle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR for the front and rear axle indicated on the certificatio...

Page 258: ...omfort Supplemental information pertaining to special driving situations can be found on the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap Rim A metal support for a tire or a tir...

Page 259: ...e replaced They are no longer suitable for winter operation G Warning If you use your spare wheel when winter tires are fitted on the other wheels be aware that the difference in tire characteristics...

Page 260: ...d depending on location Always check local and state laws before installing snow chains RDo not use snow chains on the spare wheel i When driving with snow chains you may wish to switch off the ESP Y...

Page 261: ...eration and deceleration RHave all maintenance work performed at the intervals specified in the Maintenance Booklet and as required by the Maintenance system Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center...

Page 262: ...aking action may be somewhat reduced and increased pedal pressure may be necessary to obtain expected brake effect Maintain a safe distance from vehicles in front To help prevent brake disk corrosion...

Page 263: ...derate loads you should occasionally test the effectiveness of the brakes by applying above normal braking pressure at higher speeds This will also enhance the grip of the brake pads G Warning Make su...

Page 264: ...me maneuvers which could result in an accident Drive slowly in unknown terrain This will make it easier to recognize unexpected obstacles and avoid damage to the vehicle To help avoid the vehicle roll...

Page 265: ...lgate windows and tilt sliding sunroof closed whenever driving off road RAdjust vehicle speed to condition of terrain The more uneven rutty and steeper the terrain the lower the speed should be Drive...

Page 266: ...caps Rims RDented 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 RCheck if th...

Page 267: ...ne when the front wheels have then the tendency to slip due to the weight shifting towards the rear axle The 4 ETS recognizes the situation and limits the torque for the front wheels by braking them S...

Page 268: ...ge 158 or LOW RANGE mode Y page 120 before driving through water RShift automatic transmission into gear range 1 or 2 Y page 118 RAvoid high engine speeds REnter and leave the water only at a shallow...

Page 269: ...iming one of the front wheels at the center of the obstacle and repeat same with the rear wheel Special attention is needed when you cross obstacles on a steep incline The vehicle could slide sideways...

Page 270: ...ommend that you inspect the vehicle for possible damage after each off road trip Recognizing any damage and a subsequent timely repair reduces the chance of a possible breakdown or accident later on P...

Page 271: ...um permissible GTW to be towed 7500 lb 3402 kg Trailer Tongue Weight Rating TWR is the maximum permissible weight on the trailer tongue 600 lb 272 kg limit for Mercedes Benz approved hitch receiver Lo...

Page 272: ...ilock brakes If you do neither the vehicle s brakes nor the trailer s brakes will function properly i The provided vehicle electrical wiring harness for trailer towing has a brake signal wire for hook...

Page 273: ...hould begin to sway reduce the vehicle s speed immediately Do not attempt to straighten out the tow vehicle and trailer by increasing the speed RIf the transmission shifts between gears on inclines re...

Page 274: ...hould request dealer network information for your destination from any authorized Mercedes Benz Center Control and operation of radio transmitter Safety notes G Warning Please do not forget that your...

Page 275: ...have the vehicle maintained in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet and maintenance service indicator at the designated times mileage will result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz...

Page 276: ...dline appears in the multifunction display i If the battery was disconnected the days of disconnection will not be included in the count shown by the maintenance service indicator To arrive at the tru...

Page 277: ...tc Frequent washing reduces and or eliminates the aggressiveness and potency of the above adverse influences More frequent washings are necessary to deal with unfavorable conditions Rnear the ocean Ri...

Page 278: ...done every 3 to 5 months depending on the climate and washing detergent used Mercedes Benz approved Paint Cleaner should be applied if the paint surface shows signs of embedded dirt i e loss of gloss...

Page 279: ...mission remains in neutral position N Observe instructions see Remaining in neutral position N Y page 115 When leaving the automatic car wash make sure the mirrors are folded out After running the veh...

Page 280: ...ar view camera lens Be careful not to apply wax to rear view camera lens when waxing the vehicle If necessary remove the wax using the Mercedes Benz approved Car Shampoo with plenty of water Do not cl...

Page 281: ...creased corrosion of the brake disks and brake pads Non approved wheel cleaners may also damage the wheel paint if the vehicle is not driven after cleaning Therefore the vehicle s brake system should...

Page 282: ...yment of the front side impact air bags Rdeployment of the rear side impact air bags Ractivation of the NECK PRO active front head restraints Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for availabilit...

Page 283: ...help to maintain their shine and the classy appearance X Use Mercedes Benz approved Chrome Polishing Paste each time the vehicle has been washed especially during the winter Do not use alkaline clean...

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Page 285: ...ing manually 323 Resetting activated NECK PRO active front head restraints 325 Replacing SmartKey batteries 326 Replacing bulbs 328 Replacing wiper blades 334 Flat tire 336 Bleeding the fuel system di...

Page 286: ...ehind the cover X Turn lock by 90 in direction of the arrow X Fold down cover The first aid kit can be removed Vehicle tool kit The vehicle tool kit is located in the space underneath the cargo compar...

Page 287: ...required for a wheel change such as a jack or a wheel wrench Some tools required for a wheel change are specific to your vehicle Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center to obtain the tools approve...

Page 288: ...ld be injured as the jack is designed only for the purpose of changing a wheel When using the jack observe the safety notes in the Mounting the spare wheel section and the notes on the jack X Take the...

Page 289: ...Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Notes Warning and malfunction messages appear in the multifunction display located in the instrument cluster Certain warning and malfunction messag...

Page 290: ...e On the pages that follow you will find a compilation of the most important warning and malfunction messages that may appear For your convenience the messages are divided into text messages Y page 28...

Page 291: ...Continue driving with added caution Wheels may lock during hard braking reducing steering capability X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to foll...

Page 292: ...s on again The message in the multifunction display disappears and the ESP warning lamp d goes out ESP Unavailabl e See Operator s Manual The self diagnosis may not be completed yet The display will c...

Page 293: ...uch as books briefcases etc lodged behind or around the seat head restraints pushing against roof etc The system may recognize such forces as supplemental weight and sense that an occupant on the fron...

Page 294: ...If above conditions are not met the system is not working properly Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible G Warning If the 42 indicator lamp remains out even...

Page 295: ...nition Monitor the 42 indicator lamp in the center console Y page 45 and the multifunction display in the instrument cluster for the following With the seat unoccupied and the ignition switched on Rth...

Page 296: ...han 20 mph 30 km h if the situation allows and set the speed X Check the activation conditions for cruise control Y page 145 DISTRONIC Km h Canada only One of the activation conditions for Distronic h...

Page 297: ...tor s Manual Distronic is deactivated because the functionality is impaired by external interferences e g high frequency sources such as toll stations speed measuring systems etc X Leave the area of t...

Page 298: ...g the automatic transmission out of drive position D drive to an authorized Mercedes Benz Center If the automatic transmission is set to neutral position N reverse gear R or park position P X Do not d...

Page 299: ...ng and braking maneuvers Observe the traffic situation around you X Check the tires and if necessary change the wheel Y page 336 X Check and adjust tire inflation pressure as required Y page 237 X Res...

Page 300: ...vailabl e The Advanced TPMS cannot monitor the tire inflation pressure due to a nearby radio interference source or insufficient power supply As soon as the causes of the malfunction have been rectifi...

Page 301: ...ecommended tire inflation pressures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being ove...

Page 302: ...e Fluid Level There is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir Risk of accident X Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so X Engage the parking brake X Do not drive any...

Page 303: ...the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident which could result in serious or fatal injury or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury Driving syste...

Page 304: ...level 3 X Do not drive faster than 12 mph 20 km h Being lowered Max 12 MPH The vehicle is being lowered from off road level 3 to off road level 2 X Do not drive faster than 12 mph 20 km h until the o...

Page 305: ...ce Required If parked engage pk brake The LOW RANGE system is malfunctioning X Do not drive faster than 50 mph 80 km h X Engage the parking brake if parked X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center...

Page 306: ...the SmartKey out of the vehicle Don t Forget Your Key This message appears for a maximum of 60 seconds if the driver s door is opened with the engine turned off and no SmartKey in the starter switch T...

Page 307: ...with the SmartKey in the starter switch Key Not Detected message appears in white The SmartKey with KEYLESS GO is momentarily not detected X Change the position of the SmartKey in the vehicle X If nec...

Page 308: ...is too hot X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it is safe to do so X Turn off the engine immediately X Engage the parking brake X Only start the engine again after the message disappears You cou...

Page 309: ...an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X If it is intact Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes...

Page 310: ...Check engine oil level at next refueling The engine oil level is too low X Check the engine oil level Y page 230 and add engine oil as required Y page 231 X If you must add engine oil frequently have...

Page 311: ...ir filter is clogged X Have the air filter checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Clean Fuel Filter There is water in the fuel filter X Have the water drained at an authorized Mercedes Benz Cen...

Page 312: ...Lamp Right The left or right backup lamp is malfunctioning X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 328 b Brake Lamp Left or Brake Lamp Right The left or right brake lamp is malfunctioning A subs...

Page 313: ...lamp Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 328 X Bi Xenon headlamp Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible b License Plate Lamp Left or License Plate Lamp Right The left o...

Page 314: ...eadlamps on X Turn the exterior lamp switch to or Y page 97 or X With the rear fog lamp switched on Push in the exterior lamp switch to its stop b Tail Lamp Left or Tail Lamp Right The left or right t...

Page 315: ...view mirror is malfunctioning This message will only appear if all LEDs have stopped working X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Tires Display messages Possible causes con...

Page 316: ...ffect handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Do not overinflate tires Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort wear unevenly increase stop...

Page 317: ...the multifunction display Y page 287 X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident The yel...

Page 318: ...ine is running and an acoustic warning sounds There is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir Risk of accident X Do not drive any further Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as it is safe t...

Page 319: ...nt passenger have forgotten to fasten your seat belts X Fasten your seat belts The seat belt telltale goes out There are items placed on the front passenger seat and therefore the system senses the fr...

Page 320: ...lt in serious or fatal injury or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury Problem Possible causes consequences and M Solutions d The yellow ESP warning lamp com...

Page 321: ...essages that may appear in the multifunction display As soon as the brakes have cooled off the 4 ETS switches on again The message in the multifunction display disappears and the ESP warning lamp d go...

Page 322: ...icle checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center i Some states may by law require you to visit a workshop as soon as the engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on Check local re...

Page 323: ...r B pillar or the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard...

Page 324: ...artTM child seat installed on the front passenger seat X Have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Canada only 42 The front passenger front air bag off indicato...

Page 325: ...ainst roof etc The system may recognize such forces as supplemental weight X If the front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp remains out have the system checked as soon as possible at an autho...

Page 326: ...ress the central locking switch Y page 75 The locking knobs of the front passenger door and the rear doors move down X If the vehicle battery is disconnected or drained Press down the locking knobs on...

Page 327: ...e NECK PRO active front head restraints checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center after a rear end collision G Warning When pushing back the head restraint cushion make sure your fingers do not be...

Page 328: ...n authorized Mercedes Benz Center G Warning Batteries contain poisonous and corrosive substances Therefore keep the batteries out of reach of children If a battery is swallowed seek medical help immed...

Page 329: ...chanical key back into the SmartKey X Check the operation of the SmartKey SmartKey with KEYLESS GO X Insert mechanical key into opening X Press mechanical key in direction of arrow Battery compartment...

Page 330: ...lamps contain pressurized gas A bulb can explode if you Rtouch or move it when hot Rdrop the bulb Rscratch the bulb Wear eye and hand protection Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps it is dangerous...

Page 331: ...High beam flasher lamp H7 55 W Parking and standing lamp W 5 W Turn signal lamp 3457A A Side marker lamp WY 5 W Bi Xenon headlamps Type High beam flasher lamp High beam flasher spot lamp H7 55 W Parki...

Page 332: ...ype and with the specified watt rating RSwitch the lights off before changing a bulb to prevent short circuits RAlways use a clean lint free cloth when handling bulbs RYour hands should be dry and fre...

Page 333: ...ed to have such work done by a qualified technician Low beam bulb halogen headlamps only B Bulb socket for low beam headlamp X Turn housing cover counterclockwise and remove it X Turn bulb socket B wi...

Page 334: ...w bulb into the bulb socket X Place bulb socket or A back into the housing and turn it clockwise until it engages Replacing bulbs for rear lamps Before you start to replace a bulb for a rear lamp do t...

Page 335: ...out of its bulb socket X Gently press the new bulb into its bulb socket and turn it clockwise until it engages X Rear fog lamp bulb Pull the bulb out of its bulb socket X Gently press the new bulb int...

Page 336: ...t have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Replacing wiper blades Safety notes G Warning For safety reasons switch off the wipers and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch v...

Page 337: ...ngage wiper blade by carefully sliding it in direction of arrow X Remove wiper blade Installing wiper blades Front wiper blades X With guide tab sliding into opening place wiper blade onto wiper arm i...

Page 338: ...o not exceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph 80 km h Contact the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible to have the spare wheel replaced with a regular road wheel Never operate the vehi...

Page 339: ...proximately 0 16 in 4 mm and tire damage caused by driving with extremely low tire inflation pressure or on a flat tire or a damaged wheel Do not drive the vehicle under such circumstances Contact the...

Page 340: ...ons Differences in usage are expressly declared Version 1 Version 2 X Version 1 only Open flap C on the electric air pump X Pull plug and air hoseA out of the pump housing X Screw the air pump s air h...

Page 341: ...t 10 m This serves to better distribute the TIREFIT sealant material inside the tire X Inflate the tire again G Warning If a tire inflation pressure of 26 psi 1 8 bar is not attained the tire is too s...

Page 342: ...Recommended duration of use A maximum of 300 miles 500 km at 50 mph 80 km h or below with the recommended tire inflation pressure X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible to ob...

Page 343: ...e you place the jack is solid level and not slippery If necessary use a large underlay On slippery surfaces such as tiled floors you should use a non slip underlay for example a rubber mat Do not use...

Page 344: ...o the side on which the wheel is to be changed X On the wheel to be changed loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts approximately one full turn with wheel wrench X Assemble the jack Y page 286 Th...

Page 345: ...lt X Remove the remaining bolts Do not place wheel bolts in sand or dirt This could result in damage to the wheel bolts and wheel hub threads X Remove the wheel Attaching the spare wheel G Warning Alw...

Page 346: ...n repaired X Clean contact surfaces of wheel and wheel hub To avoid paint damage place wheel flat against hub and hold it there while installing first wheel bolt X Guide the spare wheel onto the align...

Page 347: ...that there is a loss of tire inflation pressure X Do not exceed the maximum speed of 50 mph 80 km h G Warning In emergency mode your vehicle s driving characteristics are diminished in such situation...

Page 348: ...inated for the above condition it will remain illuminated until the engine was cycled on and off four times in a row AdBlue diesel engine only The BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment system requires a...

Page 349: ...dBlue and do not dilute AdBlue with water Otherwise the BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment system could be damaged Damage caused by using additives or diluting with water are not covered by the Merced...

Page 350: ...icle at a speed of at least 10 mph 16 km h The message Check Additive See Operator s Manual disappears after approximately 1 minute i If the message Check Additive See Operator s Manual still appears...

Page 351: ...or sparks away from battery avoid improper connection of jumper cables smoking etc G Warning Do not place metal objects on the battery as this could result in a short circuit Use leak proof batteries...

Page 352: ...ock Y page 135 Vehicles with COMAND system with navigation module Time and date are set automatically RSynchronize the door windows Y page 107 RSynchronize the power tilt sliding sunroof Y page 194 RS...

Page 353: ...t while the other end is still attached to a battery If the battery is discharged the engine can be started with jumper cables and the fully charged battery of another vehicle or an equivalent starter...

Page 354: ...scharged battery and run at idle speed You can now turn on the electrical consumers Do not switch on the headlamps under any circumstances X Remove the jumper cables from negative terminals and B firs...

Page 355: ...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 Adapt your driving accordingly Avoid pulling the vehicle abruptly o...

Page 356: ...counterclockwise X Unscrew towing eye bolt X Reinstalling cover Engage cover Y page 353 on the right and press on the left X Store the towing eye bolt and wheel wrench back into the vehicle tool kit T...

Page 357: ...ler hitch receiver should be pulled backward in its own previously made tracks Fuses Introduction The electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to switch off malfunctioning power circuits If a fuse is bl...

Page 358: ...the dashboard using the lever X Using your hands pull fuse box cover out and remove X Closing Hook fuse box cover into holders on the front of the dashboard X Press fuse box cover back on until it eng...

Page 359: ...Remove cover X Closing Install everything in reverse order Emergency engine shutdown If the engine cannot be turned off as described Y page 113 you may use the following emergency procedure X Take the...

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Page 361: ...ty coverage 360 Identification labels 360 Vehicle specification GL 350 Blue TEC 164 825 362 Vehicle specification GL 450 164 871 362 Vehicle specification GL 550 164 886 363 Rims and tires 365 Fuels c...

Page 362: ...d by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Also it could compromise the vehicle s durability or safety Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service a...

Page 363: ...tion purposes only These data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustration Refer to certification label on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle Passenger s...

Page 364: ...201 1 in 5108 mm Overall vehicle width23 83 6 in 2124 mm Overall vehicle height 72 4 75 6 in 1840 1920 mm 24 72 4 76 8 in 1840 1950 mm 25 Wheelbase 121 1 in 3075 mm Track front 64 8 in 1645 mm Track r...

Page 365: ...height 72 4 75 6 in 1840 1920 mm 28 72 4 76 8 in 1840 1950 mm 29 Wheelbase 121 1 in 3075 mm Track front 64 8 in 1645 mm Track rear 64 9 in 1648 mm Ground clearance 8 0 10 9 in 202 277 mm 28 8 0 12 1...

Page 366: ...in 0 8 mm Spark plugs tightening torque 15 18 lb ft 20 25 Nm Main dimensions GL 550 Overall vehicle length 200 8 in 5101 mm Overall vehicle width31 83 6 in 2124 mm Overall vehicle height 72 4 75 6 in...

Page 367: ...or the vehicle may be the result i Further information on tires and rims is available at any authorized Mercedes Benz Center The Tire and Loading Information placard with the recommended tire inflatio...

Page 368: ...your vehicle For more information contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center 366 Rims and tires Technical data...

Page 369: ...42 Model GL 350 BlueTEC GL 450 GL 550 21 wheels AMG rims light alloy Wheel offset 10 J x 21 H2 1 46 in 37 mm All season tires35 36 295 40 R21 111V XL Extra Load M S 35 Radial ply tires 36 Must not be...

Page 370: ...T 165 90 D19 119M or T 165 90 R19 119M Recommended tire inflation pressure 61 psi 4 2 bar Fuels coolants lubricants etc Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match Therefo...

Page 371: ...models 1 6 US qt 1 5 l MB Automatic Transmission Fluid Power steering All models approx 1 1 US qt 1 0 l MB Power Steering Fluid or approved Dexron III ATF Brake system All models 0 63 US qt 0 6 l MB B...

Page 372: ...Maintenance System or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by t...

Page 373: ...ver allow sparks flames or smoking materials near gasoline Turn off the engine before refueling Whenever you are around gasoline avoid inhaling fumes and any skin or clothing contact Extinguish all sm...

Page 374: ...entage of biodiesel e g B20 as well as straight biodiesel may cause severe damage to your engine fuel system and are not approved Please ask your service station personnel for further information If t...

Page 375: ...n AdBlue preheating system The vehicle can thus be operated at temperatures below 12 11 Special additives Only use AdBlue complying with ISO 22241 Do not add additives to AdBlue and do not dilute AdBl...

Page 376: ...mount of anticorrosion antifreeze If the coolant level is low water and MB 325 0 Anticorrosion Antifreeze should be used to bring it up to the proper level have cooling system checked for signs of lea...

Page 377: ...for temperatures above freezing point X Mix with commercially available premixed washer solvent antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point Washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above the f...

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Page 379: ...a Canada only G Warning To help avoid personal injury be extremely careful when performing any service work or repairs Improper or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts or...

Page 380: ...Order no 6515 4318 13 Part no 164 584 15 83 Edition B 2010 1645841583 1645841583...

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