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Summary of Contents for 2013 GL X166

Page 1: ...GL Operator s Manual Nur f r internen Gebrauch For internal use only...

Page 2: ...s Operator s Manual you will find the following symbols G WARNING Warning notes draw your attention to hazards that endanger your health or life or the health or life of others H Environmental note En...

Page 3: ...ay differ according to Rmodel Rorder Rcountry variant Ravailability Mercedes Benz therefore reserves the right to introduce changes in the following areas Rdesign Requipment Rtechnical features Theref...

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Page 5: ...ts steering wheel and mirrors 103 Lights and windshield wipers 121 Climate control 137 Driving and parking 157 On board computer and displays 263 Stowage and features 329 Maintenance and care 359 Brea...

Page 6: ...220 Active Service System see ASSYST PLUS ADAPTIVE BRAKE 74 Adaptive Brake Assist Display message 289 Function notes 70 Adaptive Damping System see ADS Adaptive Damping System Adaptive Highbeam Assis...

Page 7: ...itch off ECO start stop function 163 Automatic headlamp mode 122 Automatic transmission Changing gear 169 DIRECT SELECT lever 166 Display message 311 Drive position ECO start stop function 168 Drive p...

Page 8: ...s 373 Car wash 366 Display 371 Exhaust pipe 370 Exterior lights 369 Gear or selector lever 372 Interior 371 Matte finish 368 Night View Assist Plus 371 Notes 365 Paint 367 Plastic trim 371 Power washe...

Page 9: ...ow defroster 152 Rear control panel 142 Rear control panel 3 zone automatic climate control with additional rear compartment climate control 144 Setting the air distribution 149 Setting the airflow 15...

Page 10: ...or lighting 278 Diagnostics connection 27 Diesel 437 Diesel particle filter 182 Differential locks display message 302 Digital speedometer 269 DIRECT SELECT lever see Automatic transmission Display me...

Page 11: ...68 Electronic brake force distribution 73 ESP Electronic Stability Program 71 Important safety information 66 Overview 66 PRE SAFE Brake 74 STEER CONTROL 76 Driving systems 360 camera 225 Active Blin...

Page 12: ...ocation 427 Technical data 429 Emergency Tensioning Devices Function 59 Safety guidelines 44 Emergency unlocking Tailgate 93 Emissions control Service and warranty information 24 Engine Check Engine w...

Page 13: ...7 Refueling 172 Tank content reserve fuel 435 Fuel filler flap Opening closing 173 Fuel filter display message 300 Fuel level Calling up the range on board computer 269 Fuel tank Capacity 435 Problem...

Page 14: ...ambient lighting on board computer 277 Setting the color of the ambient lighting on board computer 277 J Jack Storage location 376 Using 418 Jump starting engine 385 K KEYLESS GO Convenience closing...

Page 15: ...ng Locking doors Automatic 88 Emergency locking 89 From inside central locking button 87 Locking centrally see Central locking Locking verification signal on board computer 278 Low beam headlamps Chan...

Page 16: ...234 Notes on breaking in a new vehicle 158 O Occupant Classification System OCS Faults 53 Operation 49 System self test 52 Occupant safety Children in the vehicle 59 Important safety notes 42 OCS Faul...

Page 17: ...with power tilt sliding panel Opening closing 100 Opening closing the roller sunblind 100 Problem malfunction 102 Resetting 101 Panorama sliding sunroof Important safety notes 98 Parking 178 Importan...

Page 18: ...ic 118 Rear window defroster Problem malfunction 152 Switching on off 151 Rear window wiper Replacing the wiper blade 136 Switching on off 135 Refueling Fuel gauge 33 265 Important safety notes 172 Re...

Page 19: ...see Rear seats Selector lever Cleaning 372 Sensors cleaning instructions 369 Service see ASSYST PLUS Service menu on board computer 275 Service products Brake fluid 439 Coolant engine 440 DEF special...

Page 20: ...otes 114 Paddle shifters 170 Steering wheel heating 115 Storing settings memory function 120 Steering wheel heating Problem malfunction 115 Switching on off 115 Steering wheel paddle shifters 170 Stow...

Page 21: ...h loading 333 Time see Separate Operator s Manual TIREFIT kit 378 Tire pressure Calling up on board computer 402 Checking manually 401 Display message 308 Maximum 400 Notes 399 Not reached TIREFIT 380...

Page 22: ...ing Standards 409 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards definition 414 Unladen weight definition 415 Wear indicator definition 416 Wheel rim definition 414 see Flat tire Top Tether 63 Towing Importan...

Page 23: ...405 Locking in an emergency 89 Locking SmartKey 81 Lowering 421 Maintenance 25 Parking for a long period 181 Pulling away 161 Raising 418 Reporting problems 28 Securing from rolling away 418 Towing a...

Page 24: ...shield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid 364 Filling capacity 441 Notes 440 Windshield wipers Problem malfunction 136 Rear window wiper 135 Replaci...

Page 25: ...le is stationary Rdrive carefully and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front Ravoid frequent sudden acceleration Rchange gear in good time and use each gear only up to of its maximum engin...

Page 26: ...ties printed in the Service and Warranty Information booklet Your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will exchange or repair any defective parts originally installed in the vehicle in accordance with the...

Page 27: ...rranty booklet Canada You will find both in your vehicle literature portfolio Change of address or change of ownership In the event of a change of address please send us the Notification of Address Ch...

Page 28: ...ntrol When driving off road or working the vehicle hard do not overload it And always wear your seat belts at all times In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than...

Page 29: ...board diagnostics connection can obstruct the area around the pedals The equipment or the cables could come between the pedals in the event of sudden braking or acceleration This may affect the functi...

Page 30: ...fety Act of 1966 If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration...

Page 31: ...urposes Rwith the consent of the vehicle owner Ron the instruction of prosecuting authorities Rfor use in arbitration of disputes that involve Daimler AG its affiliates or its sales and service organi...

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Page 33: ...Cockpit 32 Instrument cluster 33 Multifunction steering wheel 35 Center console 36 Overhead control panel 39 Door control panel 40 31 At a glance...

Page 34: ...el 39 D Climate control systems 138 E Ignition lock 159 Start Stop button 159 Function Page F Adjusting the steering wheel manually 114 G Adjusting the steering wheel electrically 114 Steering wheel h...

Page 35: ...Displays and controls Function Page Speedometer with segments 266 Fuel gauge Tachometer 266 Function Page Coolant temperature 265 A Multifunction display 268 B Instrument lighting 265 Instrument clus...

Page 36: ...y Canada only B Electric parking brake yellow 323 C Distance warning 327 D Turn signals 125 E h Tire pressure monitor 328 Function Page F 6 SRS 323 G Seat belt 316 H Diesel engine preglow 161 I Coolan...

Page 37: ...or ends a call 272 Exits phone book redial memory 6 Makes or accepts a call Switches to the redial memory WX Adjusts the volume 8 Mute Function Page A Selects a menu 266 9 Selects a submenu or scrolls...

Page 38: ...tion Page COMAND see the separate operating instructions c Seat heating 113 s Seat ventilation 114 c PARKTRONIC 212 A ECO start stop function 162 Function Page B Hazard warning lamps 126 C 45 Indicato...

Page 39: ...D controller see the separate operating instructions H d ON OFFROAD menu button 254 I LOW RANGE off road gear 252 Function Page J Level control 204 K DSR Downhill Speed Regulation 248 L p Manual drive...

Page 40: ...AND controller see the separate operating instructions H Selects off road program 250 Selects the drive program AMG vehicles 170 Function Page I DSR Downhill Speed Regulation 248 J Level control 209 K...

Page 41: ...3 Opens closes the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel with roller sunblinds 100 Function Page C Eyeglasses compartment 332 D F Roadside Assistance call button mbrace system 347 E G SOS butto...

Page 42: ...tion 120 Adjusts the seats 105 A 7Z Adjusts and folds the exterior mirrors in out electrically 117 Function Page B W Opens closes the side windows 94 C Opens closes the hinged power side windows 94 D...

Page 43: ...Useful information 42 Panic alarm 42 Occupant safety 42 Children in the vehicle 59 Driving safety systems 66 Theft deterrent locking system 76 41 Safety...

Page 44: ...ation to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The Product label with FCC ID and IC certification number can be found in the battery case of the SmartKey i Canada only T...

Page 45: ...has detected a malfunction if the 6 SRS indicator lamp Rdoes not light up at all Rdoes not go out after approximately four seconds after the engine is started Rlights up after the engine is started or...

Page 46: ...eat bolsters outer side of rear bench seat backrest seat bolsters roof lining trim RDo not install additional electrical electronic equipment on or near SRS components and wiring RKeep area between ai...

Page 47: ...he air bag Occupants who are not wearing their seat belt are not seated properly or are too close to the air bag can be seriously injured or killed by an air bag as it inflates with great force instan...

Page 48: ...lts it is not possible for the air bags to provide their supplemental protection In the event of other types of impacts and impacts below air bag deployment thresholds the air bags will not deploy The...

Page 49: ...oyed in situations where a low impact severity is predicted You will then be protected by the fastened seat belt Front passenger front air bag will only deploy if Rthe system based on the OCS weight s...

Page 50: ...gs are deployed if the system detects high vehicle deceleration or acceleration in a lateral direction or also if the vehicle rolls over and the system determines that side impact air bag deployment c...

Page 51: ...ld restraint the 45 indicator lamp will illuminate when the engine is started and remain illuminated This indicates that the front passenger front air bag is deactivated When the OCS senses that the f...

Page 52: ...A child in a rear facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates in a collision which could occur under some...

Page 53: ...he Emergency Tensioning Devices To be classified correctly the front passenger must sit Rwith the seat belt fastened correctly Rin a position that is as upright as possible with their back against the...

Page 54: ...could cause injuries to the child in case of an accident instead of increasing protection for the child Follow the manufacturer s instructions for installation of child restraint systems The 45 indic...

Page 55: ...the system not to be a child The OCS is malfunctioning X Have the OCS checked as soon as possible at a qualified specialist workshop X Observe the additional messages in the multifunction display Y p...

Page 56: ...tour seat the air pressure in the side bolsters of the seat backrest is increased Rif the vehicle skids the sliding sunroof panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel and the side windows are closed...

Page 57: ...The use of seat belts and infant and child restraint systems is required by law in Rall 50 states RU S territories Rthe District of Columbia Rall Canadian provinces Even where this is not required by...

Page 58: ...should be positioned as low as possible on the hips to avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen RPlace the seat backrest in a position that is as upright as possible RCheck your seat belt during tra...

Page 59: ...justment function adjusts the driver s and front passenger seat belt to the upper body of the occupants The belt strap is tightened slightly when Ryou engage the belt tongue in the belt buckle and you...

Page 60: ...the driver s seat belt is fastened If after six seconds the driver or front passenger have not fastened their seat belts and the doors are closed the 7 seat belt warning lamp lights up Runtil the dri...

Page 61: ...The belt force limiters for the front seats are synchronized with the front air bags which take on a part of the deceleration force This results in the force exerted on the occupant being distributed...

Page 62: ...The only means to completely eliminate this risk is to never place a child in a rear facing child restraint in the front seat We therefore strongly recommend that you always place a child in a rear f...

Page 63: ...ARNING When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock Always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle even if they ar...

Page 64: ...interior or on the infant or child restraint Special seat belt retractor G WARNING If you release the seat belt when driving the special seat belt retractor is deactivated The released seat belt cann...

Page 65: ...Securing rings and for two LATCH type ISOFIX child restraint systems can be found on the left and right Ron the rear seat backrests of the outer seats in the second row Ron the backrests of the seats...

Page 66: ...m with Top Tether Comply with the manufacturer s installation instructions when doing so X Route Top Tether belt B under head restraint between the two head restraint bars X Guide Top Tether belt B do...

Page 67: ...light The child restraint system s metal parts for example could become very hot and the child could be burned on these parts Child proof locks for the rear doors G WARNING Children could open a rear...

Page 68: ...road surface Please pay special attention to the notes on tires recommended minimum tire tread depths etc Y page 394 In wintry driving conditions always use winter tires M S tires and if necessary sno...

Page 69: ...king force thus shortening the stopping distance The brakes will function as usual once you release the brake pedal BAS is deactivated BAS PLUS Brake Assist System Plus i Observe the Important safety...

Page 70: ...e G WARNING BAS PLUS does not react Rto people or animals Rto oncoming vehicles Rto crossing traffic Rwhen cornering As a result BAS PLUS may not intervene in all critical situations There is a risk o...

Page 71: ...ance warning lamp will light up in the instrument cluster X Brake immediately in order to increase the distance from the vehicle in front or X Take evasive action provided it is safe to do so For the...

Page 72: ...rnering As a result Adaptive Brake Assist may not intervene in all critical conditions There is a risk of an accident Always pay careful attention to the traffic situation and be ready to brake Adapti...

Page 73: ...otes i Observe the Important safety notes section Y page 66 G WARNING If ESP is malfunctioning ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle Additionally further driving safety systems are deactivated This i...

Page 74: ...d on RVehicles without the ON OFFROAD package Y page 250 RVehicles with the ON OFFROAD package Y page 250 Deactivating activating ESP G WARNING If you deactivate ESP ESP no longer stabilizes the vehic...

Page 75: ...essing the brake firmly In this situation ESP assists you and can detect if the vehicle trailer combination begins to lurch ESP slows the vehicle down by braking and limiting the engine output until t...

Page 76: ...oximately 4 mph 7 km h to approximately 124 mph 200 km h Due to the nature of the system particularly complicated driving conditions may cause unnecessary warnings or the unnecessary intervention of P...

Page 77: ...t PRE SAFE Brake may neither give warnings nor intervene in all critical situations There is a risk of an accident Always pay careful attention to the traffic situation and be ready to brake In order...

Page 78: ...Theft deterrent locking system Immobilizer X To activate with the SmartKey remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock X To activate with KEYLESS GO switch the ignition off and open the driver s door X...

Page 79: ...or X Press the Start Stop button on the dashboard The SmartKey must be inside the vehicle The alarm is switched off The alarm is not switched off even if you close the open door that has triggered it...

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Page 81: ...Useful information 80 SmartKey 80 Doors 86 Cargo compartment 89 Side windows 93 Sliding sunroof 98 79 Opening closing...

Page 82: ...e themselves when doing so or be seriously or even fatally injured by any passing traffic Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight The child restraint system s metal parts for examp...

Page 83: ...imes You can also set an audible signal to confirm that the vehicle has been locked The audible signal can be activated and deactivated using the on board computer Y page 278 When it is dark the surro...

Page 84: ...ck the driver s door press the button once X To unlock centrally press the button twice X To lock centrally press the button The KEYLESS GO function is changed as follows X To unlock the driver s door...

Page 85: ...G WARNING The SmartKey batteries contain perchlorate material which may require special handling and regard for the environment Observe government disposal guidelines California residents see www dts...

Page 86: ...SmartKey against your palm until battery falls out X Insert the new battery with the positive terminal facing upwards Use a lint free cloth to do so X Make sure that the surface of the battery is fre...

Page 87: ...werful source of radio waves X Lock unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the SmartKey Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver s door handle from close range and press the or but...

Page 88: ...and do not give them access to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious personal injury They could Rinjure themselves on vehicle parts...

Page 89: ...e inside You can centrally lock or unlock the vehicle from the inside The buttons are located on both front doors To unlock To lock X To unlock press button X To lock press button If the front passeng...

Page 90: ...ctivate the power closing feature by tampering with the lock mechanism You could otherwise injure yourself G WARNING Make sure that the doors and tailgate are always fully closed Otherwise a door or t...

Page 91: ...argo compartment Important safety notes G WARNING When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock Always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave childre...

Page 92: ...t You can Rclose the tailgate manually from outside Ropen and close the tailgate automatically from outside Ropen and close the tailgate automatically from inside Rlimit the opening angle of the tailg...

Page 93: ...nd To stop the closing procedure do one of the following RPress or pull the remote tailgate opening closing switch on the driver s door RPress the tailgate closing switch RPress the KEYLESS GO locking...

Page 94: ...small children are around G WARNING Make sure the tailgate is closed when the engine is running and while driving Among other dangers deadly carbon monoxide CO gases may enter vehicle interior resulti...

Page 95: ...longer be opened from outside the vehicle use the emergency release on the inside of the tailgate Opening X Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey Y page 82 X Insert mechanical key into the openi...

Page 96: ...ated on the driver s door There is also a switch on each door for the corresponding side window The switches on the driver s door take precedence Front left Front right Rear right Rear left X Turn the...

Page 97: ...andle X Press and hold the button until the side windows and the sliding sunroof or the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel are in the desired position If the roller sunblinds of the panorama...

Page 98: ...interrupt convenience closing release the button Using KEYLESS GO The KEYLESS GO key must be outside the vehicle All the doors must be closed X Touch recessed sensor surface on the door handle until...

Page 99: ...until the side window is completely closed Y page 94 X Hold the switch for an additional second X If the corresponding side window remains closed after the button has been released the side window ha...

Page 100: ...with increased force If a side window is obstructed again during closing and reopens again slightly X Immediately after the window blocks pull the corresponding switch again until the side window has...

Page 101: ...with a sliding sunroof or a panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel In this section the term sliding sunroof refers to both types of sliding sunroof Operating the sliding sunroof Opening and closi...

Page 102: ...on lock X Press or pull the 2 switch in the corresponding direction i If you press the 2 switch beyond the point of resistance an automatic opening closing process is started in the corresponding dire...

Page 103: ...iding panel and the roller sunblinds if the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel or the roller sunblinds do not move smoothly X Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock X Pull...

Page 104: ...rama roof with power tilt sliding panel In this section the term sliding sunroof refers to both types of sliding sunroof Problem Possible causes consequences and M Solutions The sliding sunroof cannot...

Page 105: ...Useful information 104 Correcting the driver s seat posi tion 104 Seats 105 Steering wheel 114 Mirrors 117 Memory function 120 103 Seats steering wheel and mirrors...

Page 106: ...When doing so make sure that you have adjusted the head restraint so that the back of your head is supported at eye level by the center of the head restraint X Observe the safety guidelines on steeri...

Page 107: ...e the following points Radjust the seat backrest until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel Radjust the seat to a comfortable seating position that still allows you to reach t...

Page 108: ...ankets coats bags seat covers child seats or booster seats Make sure that there are no objects in the footwell or behind the seats when resetting the seats There is a risk that the seats and or the ob...

Page 109: ...adjust the side bolsters of the head restraint push or pull right and or left hand side bolster into the desired position X To adjust the fore and aft position of the head restraint push or pull the...

Page 110: ...ewed in the direction of travel X Push the head restraint down until you hear it engage in position Rear seats 2nd and 3rd row of seats Important safety notes G WARNING If the seat and backrest are no...

Page 111: ...eats in the third row are empty and not blocked before folding them down The 3rd row of seats consists of two electrically foldable individual seats which can be lowered into the cargo compartment If...

Page 112: ...Grasp the panel recess X Pull the panel in the direction of the arrow and remove it X To close fold the corresponding seat up or down Y page 109 X Once the seat is folded halfway up or down briefly pr...

Page 113: ...until it folds forwards i Vehicles with memory function The corresponding front seat moves slightly forwards Entry position Exit position G WARNING To help avoid personal injury when folding the seat...

Page 114: ...That could cause serious or even fatal injuries X To lock the seat fold back the seat until it engages X Fold back the backrest until it engages X Lean back firmly against the backrest to ensure that...

Page 115: ...hing the seat heating on off Activating deactivating G WARNING Repeatedly setting the seat heating to level 3 may result in excessive seat temperatures The health of passengers that have limited tempe...

Page 116: ...ess button repeatedly until all the indicator lamps go out i If the battery voltage is too low the seat ventilation may switch off i You can open the side windows and the sliding sunroof using the Con...

Page 117: ...Rstoring settings Y page 120 Steering wheel heating Activating deactivating X Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock X To switch on off turn the lever in the direction of ar...

Page 118: ...eering wheel when the EASY ENTRY EXIT feature is active The steering wheel swings upwards when you Rremove the SmartKey from the ignition lock Ropen the driver s door and KEYLESS GO is in position 1 R...

Page 119: ...indicator lamp goes out again after some time You can adjust the selected mirror using adjustment button as long as the indicator lamp is lit X Press adjustment button up down or to the left or right...

Page 120: ...ding the mirrors Y page117 until you hear a click and then the mirror engage in position The mirror housing is engaged again and you can adjust the exterior mirrors as usual Y page 117 Automatic anti...

Page 121: ...ion the front passenger side exterior mirror in such a way that you can see the rear wheel on that side as soon as you engage reverse gear This setting can be stored using memory button M X Make sure...

Page 122: ...of the seat backrest and head restraint Rdriver s side steering wheel position Rdriver s side position of the exterior mirrors on the driver s and front passenger sides X Adjust the seat Y page 106 X...

Page 123: ...Useful information 122 Exterior lighting 122 Interior lighting 129 Replacing bulbs 131 Windshield wipers 134 121 Lights and windshield wipers...

Page 124: ...mal Have the headlamps converted at a qualified specialist workshop as close to the border as possible before driving in these countries Conversion to asymmetrical low beam after returning Have the he...

Page 125: ...cle during the day The daytime running lamps function is required by law in Canada It cannot therefore be deactivated When the engine is running and the vehicle is stationary if you move the selector...

Page 126: ...and instrument cluster lighting 4 Automatic headlamp mode controlled by the light sensor 5L Low beam high beam headlamps BR Rear fog lamp The rear fog lamp improves visibility of your vehicle for the...

Page 127: ...lled by the light sensor 5L Low beam high beam headlamps BR Rear fog lamp Switching on the parking lamps ensures the corresponding side of the vehicle is illuminated X To switch on the standing lamps...

Page 128: ...its normal position The blue K indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out i Vehicles with Adaptive Highbeam Assist when Adaptive Highbeam Assist is active it controls activation of the high bea...

Page 129: ...lists and animals Active when the lights are switched on Cornering light function The cornering light function improves the illumination of the road over a wide angle in the direction you are turning...

Page 130: ...e between low beam and high beam automatically The system recognizes vehicles with their lights on either approaching from the opposite direction or traveling in front of your vehicle and consequently...

Page 131: ...strument cluster goes out Headlamps fogged up on the inside The headlamps may fog up on the inside if there is high atmospheric humidity X Switch on the lights and drive off The level of moisture dimi...

Page 132: ...control off A p To switch the right hand front reading lamp on off B To switch the automatic interior lighting control on X To switch on set the switch to center position B X To switch off set the swi...

Page 133: ...important aspect of vehicle safety You must therefore make sure that these function correctly at all times Have the headlamp setting checked regularly Other bulbs G WARNING Bulbs and lamps can become...

Page 134: ...e switch off the lights X Turn the front wheels inwards X Remove securing pin using a suitable tool X Slide cover up and remove it X To install insert cover again and slide it down until it engages X...

Page 135: ...bulb holder and pull lever downwards X Align housing cover and turn it clockwise until it engages Changing the rear bulbs Opening and closing the service flap Left hand service flap Right hand servic...

Page 136: ...ns always use washer fluid when operating the windshield wipers If the windshield wipers leave smears on the windshield after the vehicle has been washed in an automatic car wash wax or other residues...

Page 137: ...re that the on board electronics are in state 0 Otherwise the wiper motor could be switched on suddenly and cause injury Never open the hood if a windshield wiper arm has been folded away from the win...

Page 138: ...ion of the arrow until it releases X Remove wiper blade Installing the wiper blade X Place new wiper blade onto wiper arm X Hold wiper arm and press wiper blade in the opposite direction to the arrow...

Page 139: ...Useful information 138 Overview of climate control sys tems 138 Operating the climate control sys tems 146 Setting the air vents 153 137 Climate control...

Page 140: ...ced as soon as possible at a qualified specialist workshop Climate control regulates the temperature and the humidity in the vehicle interior and filters undesirable substances out of the air Climate...

Page 141: ...ff Y page 147 A Switches the rear window defroster on off Y page 151 B Sets the temperature right Y page 148 C Activates deactivates air recirculation mode Y page 152 D Sets the air distribution Y pag...

Page 142: ...mperature right Y page 148 C Activates deactivates air recirculation mode Y page 152 D Sets the air distribution Y page 149 E Increases the airflow Y page 150 F Reduces the airflow Y page 150 G Switch...

Page 143: ...RSet the temperature to 72 22 ROnly use the defrosting function briefly until the windshield is clear again ROnly use air recirculation mode briefly e g if there are unpleasant outside odors or when i...

Page 144: ...control on off Y page 146 E Sets the air distribution Y page 149 F Increases the airflow Y page 150 G Reduces the airflow Y page 150 H Display I Adjusts the climate control settings Y page 148 J Activ...

Page 145: ...right Y page 148 C Switches rear compartment climate control on off D Switches climate control on off Y page 146 E Sets the air distribution Y page 149 F Increases the airflow Y page 150 G Reduces the...

Page 146: ...h air dehumidification Y page 147 or activates deactivates the residual heating function Y page 153 A Switches the rear window defroster on off Y page 151 B Sets the temperature right Y page 148 C Swi...

Page 147: ...Activates deactivates cooling with air dehumidification Y page 147 or activates deactivates the residual heating function Y page 153 A Switches the rear window defroster on off Y page 151 B Sets the...

Page 148: ...re are unpleasant outside odors or when in a tunnel The windows could otherwise fog up since no fresh air is drawn into the vehicle in air recirculation mode RUse the ZONE function to adopt the temper...

Page 149: ...is normal and not a sign that there is a malfunction i The cooling with air dehumidification function uses refrigerant R134a This coolant does not contain chlorofluorocarbons and therefore does not da...

Page 150: ...age 148 X To select manually press the _ button or X Press the I or K button The indicator lamp in the button goes out Adjusting the climate mode settings You can select the following climate mode set...

Page 151: ...page 142 Only change the temperature setting in small increments Start at 72 22 Setting the air distribution Air distribution settings Front control panel P Directs the airflow through the center ven...

Page 152: ...perature setting for the driver s side is not adopted for the front passenger side and the rear compartment X To deactivate press the button The indicator lamp above the button goes out Dual zone auto...

Page 153: ...tton The indicator lamp in the button lights up X To activate press off road button again The indicator lamp goes out The previously selected settings are restored When you activate MAX COOL climate c...

Page 154: ...ation mode for brief periods Otherwise the windows could fog up thus impairing visibility and endangering yourself and others This may prevent you from observing the traffic conditions and thereby cau...

Page 155: ...tilation will be activated The blower runs at medium speed X To deactivate press the button The indicator lamp in the button goes out Residual heat is deactivated automatically Rafter approximately 30...

Page 156: ...g with air dehumidification function Otherwise temperature sensitive items stored in the glove box could be damaged Air vent thumbwheel Air vent When automatic climate control is activated the glove b...

Page 157: ...n close turn thumbwheel to the left or right B pillar air vent in the headliner B pillar air vent Thumbwheel for B pillar air vent X To open close turn thumbwheel up or down 3rd row of seats B pillar...

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Page 159: ...Useful information 158 Breaking in notes 158 Driving 158 Automatic transmission 166 Refueling 172 Parking 178 Driving tips 181 Driving systems 190 Towing a trailer 255 157 Driving and parking...

Page 160: ...lect shift ranges 3 2 or 1 when driving slowly e g in mountainous terrain After 1 000 miles 1 500 km you can increase the engine speed gradually and accelerate the vehicle to full speed i You should a...

Page 161: ...g coins or metal foil inside metallic objects e g a metal case This can impair the functionality of the KEYLESS GO key Do not keep the KEYLESS GO key in the temperature controlled cup holder Y page 3...

Page 162: ...activate the windshield wipers for example i The power supply is switched off again if Rthe driver s door is opened and Ryou press Start Stop button twice when in this position Switching on the igniti...

Page 163: ...is activated and the engine starts i The Start Stop button can be used to start the vehicle without inserting the SmartKey into the ignition lock The Start Stop button must be inserted into the igniti...

Page 164: ...foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal Never leave the vehicle when it is held by hill start assist X Remove your foot from the brake pedal The vehicle is then held for about a second X Pu...

Page 165: ...ghts up If all conditions for automatic engine switch off Y page 163 are fulfilled the symbol is shown in green in the multifunction display If not all conditions for automatic engine switch off are f...

Page 166: ...ne switch off the climate control system only operates at a reduced capacity If you require full climate control capacity the ECO start stop function can be deactivated by pressing the ECO button Y pa...

Page 167: ...exposed to a thermal load that was too high X Allow the starter motor to cool down for approximately two minutes X Try to start the engine again If the engine still does not start X Consult a qualifie...

Page 168: ...ELECT lever is on the right of the steering column i The DIRECT SELECT lever always returns to its original position The current transmission position P R N or D appears in the transmission position d...

Page 169: ...l N and Ryou continue to depress the brake pedal Further information on the ECO start stop function Y page 162 Shifting to neutral N G WARNING When leaving the SmartKey in the starter switch do not le...

Page 170: ...ry depress the brake pedal X Push the DIRECT SELECT lever down past the first point of resistance Transmission positions B Park position Do not shift the transmission into position P Y page 178 unless...

Page 171: ...tation of the shift range Rthe position of the accelerator pedal Rthe road speed Driving tips Kickdown Use kickdown for maximum acceleration X Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point T...

Page 172: ...The shift range selected is shown in the multifunction display The automatic transmission shifts only as far as the selected gear Driving situations You can use the engine s braking effect 5 The brak...

Page 173: ...N OFFROAD package press the program selector button Y page 170 The letter M appears in the multifunction display Upshifting X Pull the right hand steering wheel paddle shifter Y page 170 The automatic...

Page 174: ...ied specialist workshop for a performance test Because ESP is an automatic system the engine and ignition must be switched off SmartKey in position 0 or 1 or Start Stop button in position 0 or 1 when...

Page 175: ...e engine Do not switch on the ignition if you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel Otherwise the fuel will enter the fuel system Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could result in damage to the f...

Page 176: ...sert the filler neck of the fuel pump nozzle into the tank and refuel X Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle switches off i Do not add any more fuel after the pump stops filling for the first time...

Page 177: ...the ignition on for approximately ten seconds Y page 159 X Start the engine continuously for up to ten seconds until it runs smoothly If the engine does not start X Turn the ignition on again for app...

Page 178: ...portant safety notes on the refilling procedure DEF is a water soluble fluid for the exhaust gas aftertreatment of diesel engines It is Rnot poisonous Rcolorless and odorless Rnot flammable When you o...

Page 179: ...ings up X Turn blue DEF filler cap counter clockwise and remove it DEF filler cap is secured with a plastic strip DEF refill bottle Only screw on the DEF refill bottle hand tight It could otherwise be...

Page 180: ...an accident Do not switch off the ignition while driving G WARNING If you leave children unsupervised in the vehicle they could set it in motion by for example Rreleasing the parking brake Rshifting...

Page 181: ...shifts to N automatically If you then open one of the front doors the automatic transmission shifts to P i In the event of an emergency the engine can be turned off while the vehicle is in motion by p...

Page 182: ...utomatically when all of the following conditions are fulfilled Rthe engine is running Rthe transmission is in position D or R Rthe seat belt has been fastened Ryou depress the accelerator pedal If th...

Page 183: ...ngering yourself and others Remember that your vehicle covers a distance of 44 ft approximately 14 m a second when it is traveling at only 30 mph approximately 50 km h G WARNING If you switch off the...

Page 184: ...surface in an attempt to increase the engine s braking effect the drive wheels could lose their grip There is an increased danger of skidding and accidents Do not shift down for additional engine bra...

Page 185: ...ed for Mercedes Benz vehicles or which are not of an equivalent quality could affect your vehicle s operating safety Servicing the brakes If the red brake warning lamp lights up in the instrument clus...

Page 186: ...on in the event of heavy rain or in conditions in which hydroplaning may occur you must drive in the following manner Rlower your speed Ravoid ruts Rbrake carefully Driving on flooded roads Do not dri...

Page 187: ...s carbon monoxide CO may enter the vehicle This is the case e g if the vehicle becomes trapped in snow There is a risk of fatal injury If you leave the engine or the auxiliary heating running make sur...

Page 188: ...grinding noises have the brake system checked in a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible Adapt your driving style to the different braking characteristics Driving off road increases the l...

Page 189: ...ayed could lead to engine damage X Engine oil level check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary When driving on steep gradients the engine oil level must be sufficiently high to ensure a corre...

Page 190: ...could become stuck in loose ground Rdrive in the tracks of other vehicles if possible Make sure that the tire ruts are not too deep the sand is sufficiently firm the ground clearance of the vehicle i...

Page 191: ...vel 1 22 22 Off road level 2 24 24 Off road level 3 26 26 RComply with the rules for off road driving RDo not drive at an angle on slopes inclines or gradients but instead follow the direct line of fa...

Page 192: ...nts select shift range 1 RActivate DSR If this is not sufficient brake gently When doing so make sure that the vehicle is facing in the direction of the line of fall RCheck that the brakes are working...

Page 193: ...e seconds In the multifunction display the segments between the stored speed and the maximum speed light up Activation conditions To activate cruise control all of the following activation conditions...

Page 194: ...Otherwise sudden and unexpected acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle could cause an accident and or serious injury to you and others X Press the cruise control lever up for a higher speed or d...

Page 195: ...cannot take street and traffic conditions into account Complex driving situations are not always fully recognized by the DISTRONIC PLUS This could result in wrong or missing distance warnings G WARNIN...

Page 196: ...act to oncoming vehicles Deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS Rwhen changing to the right lane if the vehicles in the left lane are driving slower Rwhen driving into a filter lane or an expressway exit Rin compl...

Page 197: ...e preset distance to the vehicle in front If there is no vehicle in front DISTRONIC PLUS operates in the same way as cruise control in the speed range between 20 mph Canada 30 km h and120 mph Canada 2...

Page 198: ...it up or down DISTRONIC PLUS is selected X To adjust the set speed in 1 mph increments 1 km h increments briefly press the cruise control lever up to the pressure point for a higher speed or down for...

Page 199: ...has been detected Therefore the DISTRONIC PLUS distance display in the instrument cluster should be activated Y page 274 i You can use the cruise control lever to set the stored speed and the control...

Page 200: ...ts you when Ryou are driving faster than 40mph 60 km h RDISTRONIC PLUS is maintaining the distance to a vehicle in front Ryou switch on the appropriate turn signal RDISTRONIC PLUS does not detect a da...

Page 201: ...se the set vehicle speed to a value that the prevailing road conditions and legal speed limits permit Otherwise sudden and unexpected acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle could cause an acciden...

Page 202: ...apply the brakes in order to slow down further and bring the vehicle to a standstill There are several ways to deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS X Briefly press the cruise control lever forwards or X Brake un...

Page 203: ...front segments between speed of the vehicle in front and stored speed light up i For design reasons the speed displayed in the speedometer may differ slightly from the speed set for DISTRONIC PLUS Dis...

Page 204: ...n a sharp turn the DISTRONIC PLUS could lose sight of the preceding vehicle Your vehicle could then accelerate to the previously selected speed The DISTRONIC PLUS regulates only the distance between y...

Page 205: ...ONIC PLUS has not detected the vehicle cutting in yet The distance to this vehicle will be too short Narrow vehicles DISTRONIC PLUS has not yet detected the vehicle in front on the edge of the road be...

Page 206: ...hicle level while the vehicle is in motion This enables the vehicle to adjust to the new level as quickly as possible The vehicle level may change visibly if you park the vehicle and the outside tempe...

Page 207: ...u press the or a button on the multifunction steering wheel the message will disappear Once highway level has been reached all indicator lamps go out The vehicle automatically selects highway level if...

Page 208: ...eel the message will disappear i Up to off road level 2 you can hide the messages using the or a button on the multifunction steering wheel Once off road level 2 has been reached the lower and center...

Page 209: ...y lowered to highway or high speed level You will see a message in the multifunction display for example Lowering HOLD function General notes The HOLD function can assist the driver in the following s...

Page 210: ...ctivated automatically if Ryou accelerate and the transmission is in position D or R Ryou shift the transmission to position P Ryou depress the brake pedal again with a certain amount of pressure unti...

Page 211: ...ll angle when cornering is reduced Rthe driving style is agile If you select ADS sport mode Rthe roll angle is reduced significantly Rthe driving style is even more agile Level control Important safet...

Page 212: ...r has been closed Basic settings The extent to which the vehicle is raised or lowered depends on the basic setting selected Select raised level for off road driving or highway high speed level for nor...

Page 213: ...han 50 mph 80 km h or Rdrive between 40 mph 64 km h and 50 mph 80 km h for approximately 20 seconds Depending on the ADS mode selected Y page 208 the vehicle is lowered to high speed level at high spe...

Page 214: ...re comfortable Therefore select this mode if you favor a more comfortable driving style Select comfort mode also when driving fast on straight roads e g on straight stretches of freeway X Press button...

Page 215: ...ow and other objects that absorb ultrasonic waves Ultrasonic sources such as an automatic car wash the compressed air brakes on a truck or a pneumatic drill could cause PARKTRONIC to malfunction PARKT...

Page 216: ...ow segments showing operational readiness light up The selected transmission position and the direction in which the vehicle is rolling determine which warning display is active when the engine is run...

Page 217: ...required PARKTRONIC measures the minimum detection range to an obstacle from the bumper not the ball coupling PARKTRONIC is deactivated for the rear area when you establish an electrical connection be...

Page 218: ...might be spaces where parking is prohibited driveways unsuitable surfaces etc Active Parking Assist measures the parking space as you drive past it Any later changes to the parking space are not take...

Page 219: ...own or partially occupied by trailer drawbars might be identified incorrectly or not at all Rsnowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking space being measured inaccurately Rpay attention to the PARKTR...

Page 220: ...ways responsible for safety and must continue to pay attention to your immediate surroundings when parking and maneuvering You could otherwise endanger yourself and others G WARNING When parking you n...

Page 221: ...of the vehicles parked in front and behind it and the conditions of the location In some cases Active Parking Assist may guide you too far into a parking space or not far enough into it In some cases...

Page 222: ...available Canceling Active Parking Assist X Stop the movement of the multifunction steering wheel or steer yourself Active Parking Assist will be canceled at once The Park Assist Canceled message app...

Page 223: ...a is exposed to very bright light Rif the area is lit by fluorescent light or LED lighting the display may flicker Rif there is a sudden change in temperature e g when driving into a heated garage in...

Page 224: ...between all the colored guide lines that are displayed by the rear view camera in the COMAND display G WARNING Please note that objects that do not touch the ground may appear to be further away than...

Page 225: ...function Backing up straight into a parking space without turning the steering wheel White guide line without turning the steering wheel vehicle width including the exterior mirrors static Red guide l...

Page 226: ...ring wheel turned Red guide line for the vehicle width including the exterior mirrors for current steering wheel angle dynamic X Stop the vehicle when it is almost exactly in front of the parking spac...

Page 227: ...ling Red guide line at a distance of approximately 10 in 0 25 m from the ball coupling Trailer drawbar marker assistant Trailer drawbar A Symbol for the Coupling up a trailer function X Use the COMAND...

Page 228: ...or the vehicle General notes The 360 camera is a system consisting of four cameras The system analyzes images from the following cameras RRear view camera RFront camera RTwo cameras in the exterior r...

Page 229: ...ng instructions Activating the 360 camera using reverse gear The 360 camera images can be automatically displayed by engaging reverse gear X Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignitio...

Page 230: ...from the rear of the vehicle D Bumper The guide lines are shown when the transmission is in position R The distance specifications only apply to objects that are at ground level Top view with picture...

Page 231: ...g the exterior mirrors left side of vehicle Top view with trailer view Symbol for the trailer view setting Trailer drawbar marker assistant Red guide line at a distance of approximately 12 in 0 30 m f...

Page 232: ...nd 112 mph 180 km h If ATTENTION ASSIST detects typical indicators of fatigue or increasing lapses in concentration on the part of the driver it suggests you take a break ATTENTION ASSIST assesses you...

Page 233: ...e camera Ryou are driving on bends uphill gradients or downhill gradients G WARNING Night View Assist Plus is only an aid designed to assist driving It is not a substitute for attentive driving Do not...

Page 234: ...ary and cannot check whether Night View Assist Plus is working Pedestrian recognition G WARNING Pedestrian recognition may be impaired or inoperative if Rpedestrians are partially or entirely obscured...

Page 235: ...always be his her primary focus when driving For your safety and the safety of others stop the vehicle before attempting to clean fogged up windows or the windshield area in front of the Night View As...

Page 236: ...y fail to detect some vehicles and is no substitute for attentive driving Blind Spot Assist cannot detect road and traffic conditions It may fail to detect narrow vehicles such as motorcycles or bicyc...

Page 237: ...ay attention to traffic conditions and your surroundings Otherwise you may fail to recognize dangers in time cause an accident and injure yourself and others Blind Spot Assist monitors the area up to...

Page 238: ...sponding turn signal a double warning tone sounds Red warning lamp flashes If the turn signal remains on detected vehicles are indicated by the flashing of red warning lamp There are no further warnin...

Page 239: ...e vehicle s speed braking in good time and steering correctly Always adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions Always pay attention to traffic conditions and your sur...

Page 240: ...ge consists of DISTRONIC PLUS Y page 193 Active Blind Spot Assist Y page 239 and Active Lane Keeping Assist Y page 243 Active Blind Spot Assist Important safety notes G WARNING Active Blind Spot Assis...

Page 241: ...port the course correcting brake application Active Blind Spot Assist uses the forward facing radar sensor system The free space in the direction of travel is then evaluated Active Blind Spot Assist s...

Page 242: ...in time cause an accident and injure yourself and others Yellow indicator lamp red warning lamp When Active Blind Spot Assist is activated indicator lamp in the exterior mirrors lights up yellow at sp...

Page 243: ...prevailing road and weather conditions Always pay attention to traffic conditions and your surroundings Otherwise you may fail to recognize dangers in time cause an accident and injure yourself and ot...

Page 244: ...sist does not keep your vehicle in its lane It is only an aid and may detect the lane markings on the road incorrectly or not at all The system may be impaired or may not function if Rseveral or no la...

Page 245: ...rs later if Rthe road has narrow lanes Ryou cut the corner on a bend Lane correcting brake application G WARNING Active Lane Keeping Assist does not keep your vehicle in its lane It is only an aid des...

Page 246: ...ng style with high cornering speeds or high rates of acceleration RESP is switched off Rthe transmission is not in position D Ron vehicles with a trailer tow hitch the electrical connection to the tra...

Page 247: ...g on road driving and the off road programs when driving off road Y page 250 The following program messages remain in the multifunction display until the corresponding vehicle level has been set Up to...

Page 248: ...ission selects the automatic drive program for a sporty driving style RThe sporty accelerator pedal curve is selected e g the accelerator pedal no longer has to be pressed as far to accelerate RThe sp...

Page 249: ...stem adapts comfortable damping characteristics to the current operating and driving conditions RThe automatic transmission selects the automatic drive program for a comfortable driving style that pro...

Page 250: ...eration can result in loss of vehicle control causing an accident and or serious personal injury to you and others Do not switch on DSR in a situation where rapid deceleration could result in a loss o...

Page 251: ...han 28 mph Canada 45 km h The DSR symbol appears in the multifunction display with the Off message The status indicator in the multifunction display goes out You also hear a warning On vehicles with t...

Page 252: ...ou have mounted snow chains on your vehicle For information about driving off road see Y page 186 Off road programs vehicles with the ON OFFROAD package General notes The off road programs assist you...

Page 253: ...ing at speeds below 60 mph 100 km h The Drive Program OFFROAD 1 Max Speed 60 mph 100 km h message appears in the multifunction display Off road program 2 X Selector wheel engaged briefly press selecto...

Page 254: ...ton LOW RANGE off road gear indicator lamp HIGH RANGE Position for all normal on road driving conditions LOW RANGE Off road position for driving off road and fording The transmission ratio between the...

Page 255: ...ORT message then appears in the multifunction display From LOW RANGE to HIGH RANGE Only change from LOW RANGE to HIGH RANGE if Rthe engine is running Rthe transmission is in position N Ryou are drivin...

Page 256: ...unds The gear change process has not been completed LOW RANGE is in the neutral position There is no connection between the engine and the drive wheels Do not drive any further You could otherwise dam...

Page 257: ...opping distance and can even cause the braking system to fail There is a risk of an accident Never use the brake pedal as a footrest Never depress the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal at the same...

Page 258: ...ee the tire pressure table in the fuel filler flap Y page 414 You will find installation dimensions and loads in the Technical data section Y page 442 The maximum noseweight of the trailer drawbar on...

Page 259: ...altitude Installing the ball coupling G WARNING If the ball coupling is not installed and secured correctly it can become detached while the vehicle is in motion and fall onto the road There is a ris...

Page 260: ...Check the ball coupling bolt and spring cotter for correct installation If the ball coupling cannot be correctly mounted remove the ball coupling Under these circumstances the ball coupling must not b...

Page 261: ...h 8 km h RHigh speed level is not available These restrictions apply to all accessories powered through a connection to the trailer power socket of your vehicle e g a bicycle carrier Observe the maxim...

Page 262: ...he shift range Select shift range 4 3 2 or 1 A lower gear and lower speed reduce the risk of engine failure RWhen driving downhill shift to a lower gear to utilize the engine s braking effect Avoid co...

Page 263: ...dded to the rear axle load to avoid exceeding the permissible gross axle weight The permissible gross vehicle weight is indicated on the identification plate on the B pillar on the driver s side of th...

Page 264: ...power supply The trailer socket of your vehicle is equipped at the factory with a permanent power supply The permanent power supply is supplied via trailer socket pin 4 The trailer s permanent power s...

Page 265: ...information 264 Important safety notes 264 Displays and operation 265 Menus and submenus 268 Display messages 281 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 315 263 On board computer and di...

Page 266: ...such as Rspeed Routside temperature Rwarning indicator lamps Rmalfunction warning messages Rfailure of any systems Driving characteristics may be impaired If you must continue to drive do so with add...

Page 267: ...h is set to T or L the brightness is dependent upon the brightness of the ambient light i The light sensor in the instrument cluster automatically controls the brightness of the multifunction display...

Page 268: ...temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice The road may still be icy especially in wooded areas or on bridges The outside temperature display is i...

Page 269: ...one menu starts rapid scrolling if the phone book is open a RConfirms a selection display message RIn the Tel telephone menu switches to the telephone book and starts dialing the selected number RIn t...

Page 270: ...ehicles with the ON OFFROAD package Y page 250 LOW RANGE LOW RANGE off road gear Y page 252 _ Adaptive high beam Assist Y page 128 ATTENTION ASSIST Y page 230 ECO start stop function Y page 162 Lane K...

Page 271: ...han four hours R999 hours have been exceeded R9 999 miles have been exceeded The From Reset trip computer is automatically reset if the value exceeds 9 999 hours or 99 999 miles Displaying the range a...

Page 272: ...X Switch on the audio system with Becker MAP PILOT or COMAND see the separate operating instructions X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the Navi menu Route guidance not active Dire...

Page 273: ...rea of the digital map off map position RNo Route no route could be calculated to the selected destination Audio menu Selecting a radio station Waveband Station frequency with memory position i Statio...

Page 274: ...ected Video DVD operation Display CD DVD changer example Current DVD in the CD DVD changer Current scene X Switch on COMAND and select video DVD see the separate operating instructions X Press the or...

Page 275: ...Tel menu Dialing a number from the phone book X Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the Tel menu X Press the 9 or a button to switch to the phone book X Press the 9 or button to selec...

Page 276: ...ess the a button The current selection is displayed X To activate deactivate press the a button again When the distance warning function is activated the multifunction display shows the symbol if the...

Page 277: ...Deactivated or Active Blind Spot Assist Sensors Deactivated message appears the radar sensor system is deactivated X Activate the radar sensor system Y page 279 For further information about Blind Spo...

Page 278: ...d Odometer function You will see the selected setting km or miles X Press the a button to save the setting The selected unit of measurement for distance applies to Rthe digital speedometer in the Trip...

Page 279: ...lect the Amb Light function You will see the selected setting X Press a to confirm X Press the or 9 button to adjust the brightness to any level from Off to Level 5 bright X Press the a or button to s...

Page 280: ...Lights submenu X Press a to confirm X Press or 9 to select the Interior Lighting Delay function When the Interior Lighting Delay function is activated the vehicle interior is displayed in red in the...

Page 281: ...ect the Sett menu X Press the or 9 button to select the Convenience submenu X Press a to confirm X Press or 9 to select the Easy Entry Exit function If the Easy Entry Exit function is activated the ve...

Page 282: ...ring wheel to select the Sett menu X Press the or 9 button to select the Factory Setting submenu X Press a to confirm The Reset All Settings message appears X Press the or 9 button to select No or Yes...

Page 283: ...shows high priority display messages in red Some high priority display messages cannot be hidden The multifunction display shows these messages continuously until the causes for the messages have been...

Page 284: ...steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affected The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase If ESP is not operational ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle T...

Page 285: ...N ASSIST BAS PLUS and PRE SAFE Brake may also have failed In addition the and warning lamps light up in the instrument cluster The self diagnosis function might not be complete for example ATTENTION A...

Page 286: ...qualified specialist workshop T Inoperative See Operator s Manual EBD electronic brake force distribution ABS ESP BAS PRE SAFE HOLD hill start assist crosswind driving assistance and ESP trailer stab...

Page 287: ...only Parking Brake See Operator s Manual The yellow warning lamp lights up The electric parking brake is malfunctioning To apply X Switch the ignition off X Press the electric parking brake handle fo...

Page 288: ...ls towards the curb X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The yellow warning lamp lights up The red F USA only Canada only indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking b...

Page 289: ...battery or restarting the engine X Engage or release the electric parking brake If it remains impossible to apply or release the electric parking brake X Switch off the ignition and turn it back on X...

Page 290: ...alist workshop X Do not add brake fluid This does not correct the malfunction Check Brake Pad Wear The brake pads linings have reached their wear limit X Visit a qualified specialist workshop G mbrace...

Page 291: ...ainst rolling away Y page 178 X Clean the bumpers Y page 369 X Restart the engine PRE SAFE Functions Currently Limited See Operator s Manual Vehicles with the Active Driving Assistance package PRE SAF...

Page 292: ...qualified specialist workshop Further information on occupant safety Y page 43 6 Front Left Malfunction Service Required or Front Right Malfunction Service Required SRS has malfunctioned at the front...

Page 293: ...sk of injury X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 6 Left Side Curtain Airbag Malfunction Service Required or Right Side Curtain Airbag Malfunction Service Required There is a malfunction in the lef...

Page 294: ...seat X Make sure that there are no objects on the seat adding to the weight The system may otherwise detect the additional weight and interpret the seat occupant s weight as greater than it actually i...

Page 295: ...X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 178 X Switch the ignition off X Have the oc...

Page 296: ...her you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Y page 132 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Left Low Beam or Check Right Low Beam The left or right hand low beam headlamp is defec...

Page 297: ...eck whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Y page 132 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Left Brake Lamp or Check Right Brake Lamp The left or right hand brake lamp is...

Page 298: ...ualified specialist workshop b Check Front Left Sidemarker Lamp or Check Front Right Sidemarker Lamp The left or right front side marker lamp is defective X Check whether you are permitted to replace...

Page 299: ...alified specialist workshop b Switch Off Lights The lights are still switched on when you leave the vehicle A warning tone also sounds X Turn the light switch to Adaptive Highbeam Assist Inoperative A...

Page 300: ...n cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire Steam from the overheated engine can also cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the hood There is a ri...

Page 301: ...t Next Refueling The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level A warning tone also sounds X Check the oil level when next refueling at the latest Y page 362 X If necessary add engine oil Y pag...

Page 302: ...ace Air Filter Vehicles with a diesel engine the engine air filter is dirty and must be replaced X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Check Fuel Filter Vehicles with a diesel engine there is water...

Page 303: ...hen select the desired vehicle level again RVehicles with the ON OFFROAD package Y page 204 RVehicles with the AIRMATIC package Y page 209 X Observe the notes on towing a trailer Y page 255 Compressor...

Page 304: ...alist workshop ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM Malfunction See Operator s Manual The Active Curve System is faulty The vehicle s handling characteristics are severely impaired A warning tone also sounds G WARNING...

Page 305: ...parking secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 178 X Have the vehicle checked at a qualified specialist workshop LOW RANGE Max Speed 25 mph You have exceeded the maximum speed for the gearshif...

Page 306: ...eping Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist is operational again If the display message does not disappear X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traff...

Page 307: ...on as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 178 X Clean the sensors Y page 369 X Restart the engine Blind Spot Assist Inoperative Ac...

Page 308: ...fter having been temporarily unavailable You can now reactivate DISTRONIC PLUS Y page 193 DISTRONIC PLUS Currently Unavailable See Operator s Manual DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily inoperative Possible...

Page 309: ...rom the accelerator pedal DISTRONIC PLUS mph An activation condition for DISTRONIC PLUS is not fulfilled X Check the activation conditions for DISTRONIC PLUS Y page 193 Cruise Control Inoperative Crui...

Page 310: ...nspect the tires Y page 377 X Check the tire pressures and if necessary correct the tire pressure X Restart the tire pressure loss warning system when the tire pressure is correct Y page 402 Check Tir...

Page 311: ...accident X Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking maneuvers Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 178 X If ther...

Page 312: ...can be received from the wheel sensors The tire pressure monitor is temporarily malfunctioning X Drive on The tire pressure monitor restarts automatically as soon as the problem has been solved h Tire...

Page 313: ...e Y page 402 X If necessary correct the tire pressure h Correct Tire Pressure The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires or the tire pressure difference between the wheels is too great...

Page 314: ...hout shifting the transmission from position D If transmission position R N or P is selected X Notify a qualified specialist workshop or breakdown service Only Shift to P when Vehicle is Stationary Th...

Page 315: ...steer There is a risk of an accident X Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required X If you are able to steer safely carefully drive on to a qualified specialist workshop X If you are...

Page 316: ...ember to take the KEYLESS GO key with you when you leave the vehicle Key Not Detected red display message The KEYLESS GO key is not in the vehicle A warning tone also sounds If the engine is switched...

Page 317: ...lified specialist workshop Close Doors to Lock Vehicle At least one door is open A warning tone also sounds X Close all doors and lock the vehicle again Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument c...

Page 318: ...lt Y page 56 The warning lamp goes out There are objects on the front passenger seat X Remove the objects from the front passenger seat and stow them in a secure place The warning lamp goes out The re...

Page 319: ...tional display messages in the multifunction display USA only J Canada only The red brake system warning lamp comes on while the engine is running A warning tone also sounds There is not enough brake...

Page 320: ...ut the functions listed above The wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard for example The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affected The braking distance in an emergency b...

Page 321: ...unctions listed above The front and rear wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard for example The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affected The braking distance in an emer...

Page 322: ...lly X Visit a qualified specialist workshop USA only J Canada only The red brake warning lamp the yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamps and the yellow ABS warning lamp are lit while the engine is runni...

Page 323: ...see Y page 71 X Adapt your driving style to suit the road and weather conditions If ESP cannot be activated X Have ESP checked at a qualified specialist workshop The yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lam...

Page 324: ...nctions listed above The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can thus increase If ESP is not operational ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle There is an increased risk of skidding an...

Page 325: ...lit while the engine is running There is a malfunction in the SRS Supplemental Restraint System G WARNING The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered unintentionally or in the...

Page 326: ...n which you are currently driving Vehicles with a diesel engine the fuel tank has been run dry Y page 175 X Start the engine three to four times after refueling If the yellow Check Engine warning lamp...

Page 327: ...t temperature is no longer being monitored There is a risk of engine damage if the coolant temperature is too high X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine paying attention to...

Page 328: ...ou need to add coolant more often than usual have the engine coolant system checked X Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked e g by snow slush or ice X Do not start the en...

Page 329: ...X At coolant temperatures under 248 120 drive to the next qualified specialist workshop X Avoid subjecting the engine to heavy loads e g driving in mountainous terrain and stop and go traffic Driving...

Page 330: ...op the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking maneuvers Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 178 X Observe the additiona...

Page 331: ...Useful information 330 Stowage areas 330 Features 338 329 Stowage and features...

Page 332: ...g fuel vehicle tool kit spare wheel installed accessories vehicle occupants and luggage cargo The gross load limit and the gross vehicle weight rating GVWR for your vehicle must never be exceeded The...

Page 333: ...vent stored objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during Rbraking Rvehicle maneuvers Ran accident Glove box X To open pull handle and open glove box flap X To close fold glove...

Page 334: ...in which objects such as an iPod can be stored Eyeglasses compartment X To open press marking The eyeglasses compartment opens downwards X To close press marking again and eyeglasses compartment retur...

Page 335: ...s road maps mail etc Do not use stowage nets to transport heavy bulky sharp edged or fragile objects In an accident during hard braking or during a change of direction they could be thrown around insi...

Page 336: ...WARNING Never drive a vehicle with the tailgate open Deadly carbon monoxide CO gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death Release and fold the seat cushion upwards before...

Page 337: ...backrest back until it engages Make sure not to trap the seat belt while doing so X Swing seat cushion back X Pull up and adjust the head restraints if necessary Y page 107 Securing cargo Cargo tie do...

Page 338: ...objects on top of the cargo compartment cover The cargo compartment cover may be installed behind the 2nd or 3rd row of seats Extending and retracting the cargo compartment cover X To extend pull the...

Page 339: ...ding the ribbing press handle downwards Handle folds upwards X Swing the cargo compartment floor upwards using handle until it rests against the cargo compartment cover X Fold out hook on the undersid...

Page 340: ...s in motion Depending on the vehicle equipment ensure that when the roof carrier is installed you can Rraise the sliding sunroof fully Ropen the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel fully Ropen...

Page 341: ...oremost position X To close pull cover back as far as it will go You can remove the cup holder s rubber mat for cleaning Clean with clear lukewarm water only Temperature controlled cup holder in the f...

Page 342: ...side trim on the left and right hand sides Sun visors Overview G WARNING Do not use the vanity mirror while driving Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visors closed while the vehicle is in motion Refl...

Page 343: ...ore either close the side window or retract the roller sunblind before driving at high speeds X To extend pull the roller sunblind out by tab and hook it onto retainers at the back of the window The r...

Page 344: ...only Make sure any children traveling with you do not injure themselves or start a fire with the hot cigarette lighter The cigarette lighter in the center console in the front compartment is not inten...

Page 345: ...V AC power socket in the vehicle with the same caution and care that you would take with power sockets at home Keep fluids away from the 115 V AC power socket Do not use liquids or sharp tools to cle...

Page 346: ...not within a permissible voltage range Rthe temperature of the DC AC converter is temporarily too high Rsome small electronic devices have a constant nominal power of less than 150 W but a very high...

Page 347: ...indicator lamp in one or more of the following buttons continues to light up red after the system self diagnosis SOS button Roadside Assistance call button F MB Info call button RThe mbrace Inoperativ...

Page 348: ...s Shortly after the emergency call has been initiated a voice connection is automatically established between the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center and the vehicle occupants If the vehicle occu...

Page 349: ...ercedes Benz Customer Assistance center can ascertain the nature of the problem Y page 351 The Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center either sends a qualified Mercedes Benz technician or organizes f...

Page 350: ...ge appears in the multifunction display X To end a call press the button on the multifunction steering wheel or X Press the corresponding button for ending a phone call on the audio system or on COMAN...

Page 351: ...ansferred via mbrace directly to your vehicle s navigation system Specifying and sending the destination address X Go to the website http www maps google com and enter a destination address into the e...

Page 352: ...ur identification number and password i Vehicle remote opening is only possible if the corresponding mobile phone network is accessible Vehicle remote closing The remote closing feature can be used wh...

Page 353: ...vehicle remote malfunction diagnosis is able to be started the Request for vehicle diagnosis received Start vehicle diagnosis message appears in the display X Press Yes to confirm the message X If th...

Page 354: ...ther information can be found in the COMAND Online and Internet services and Download destination route sections Speed alert You can define the upper speed limit which must not be exceeded by the vehi...

Page 355: ...ciousness and possible death The HomeLink garage door opener integrated in the rear view mirror allows you to operate up to three different door and gate systems i Certain garage door drives are incom...

Page 356: ...m Several attempts might be necessary You should test every position for at least 25 seconds before trying another position X Press and hold button B on remote control A until indicator lamp lights up...

Page 357: ...ming the integrated garage door opener on the rear view mirror take note of the following instructions RCheck the transmitter frequency of garage door drive remote control A This can usually be found...

Page 358: ...age door opener before selling the vehicle Compass Calling up the compass Information on operating the compass can be found in the separate COMAND operating instructions Floormats G WARNING Whenever y...

Page 359: ...ange To enable operation of radio controlled equipment e g toll recording systems areas on the windshield are permeable to radio waves In these areas you can install radio controlled systems These are...

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Page 361: ...Useful information 360 Engine compartment 360 Maintenance 364 Care 365 359 Maintenance and care...

Page 362: ...Manual and observe the relevant safety notes G WARNING To avoid injury stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running The radiator fan may continue to run for approximately...

Page 363: ...he hood has engaged properly If the hood can be raised slightly it is not properly engaged Open it again and close it with a little more force Radiator Vehicles with a diesel engine do not cover the r...

Page 364: ...oils and oil filters that have been approved for vehicles with a service system You can obtain a list of the engine oils and oil filters tested and approved in accordance with the Mercedes Benz Specif...

Page 365: ...ylene glycol which may burn if it comes into contact with hot engine parts X Park the vehicle on a level surface Only check the coolant level when the vehicle is on a level surface and the engine has...

Page 366: ...obtain further information from an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or at http www mbusa com USA only i The ASSYST PLUS service interval display does not show any information on the engine oil level O...

Page 367: ...ing with frequent intermediate stops and use in mountainous terrain or on poor road surfaces For example if the vehicle is used under arduous operating conditions have air filters engine oil and oil f...

Page 368: ...Rthe ventilation heating is switched off the OFF button has been pressed Rthe windshield wiper switch is in position 0 Otherwise the vehicle might be damaged In car washes with a towing mechanism make...

Page 369: ...maintain a distance of at least 11 8 in 30 cm between the vehicle and the power washer nozzle Information about the correct distance is available from the equipment manufacturer Move the power washer...

Page 370: ...so apply to light alloy wheels with a clear matte finish i The vehicle should preferably be washed by hand using a soft sponge car shampoo and plenty of water i Use only insect remover and car shampoo...

Page 371: ...dshield X Carefully clean the wiper blades with a damp cloth X Fold the windshield wiper arms back again before switching on the ignition Cleaning the exterior lighting Only use cleaning agents or cle...

Page 372: ...er and a soft cloth i If you are traveling faster than 20 mph 30 km h or the SmartKey is in position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock the cover of the 360 camera closes automatically Cleaning the exhaust p...

Page 373: ...commercially available microfiber cloth and TFT LCD display cleaner X Dry the display surface using a dry microfiber cloth Cleaning Night View Assist Plus G WARNING Always remember that your primary r...

Page 374: ...en cleaning the trim pieces If the chrome plated trim pieces are very dirty you can use a chrome polish If you are unsure as to whether the trim pieces are chrome plated or not consult an authorized M...

Page 375: ...provide adequate protection Do not clean the seat belts using chemical cleaning agents Do not dry the seat belts by warming them above 176 80 or placing them in direct sunlight X Use clean lukewarm w...

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Page 377: ...Useful information 376 Where will I find 376 Flat tire 377 Battery vehicle 381 Jump starting 385 Towing and tow starting 387 Fuses 390 375 Breakdown assistance...

Page 378: ...place missing items Vehicle tool kit General notes The vehicle tool kit can be found in the stowage well under the cargo compartment floor i Apart from certain country specific variations the vehicles...

Page 379: ...page 204 X Switch off the engine X Vehicles without KEYLESS GO remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock X Vehicles with KEYLESS GO open the driver s door The on board electronics have status 0 whic...

Page 380: ...ition ROutside temperature The driving distance possible in run flat mode may be reduced by extreme driving conditions maneuvers or it can be increased through a moderate style of driving The maximum...

Page 381: ...tire inflation compressor for longer than eight minutes at a time without a break It may otherwise overheat The tire inflation compressor can be operated again once it has cooled down TIREFIT sticker...

Page 382: ...st be at least180 kPa 1 8 bar 26 psi G WARNING If the required tire pressure is not reached after the specified time the tire is too badly damaged The tire sealant cannot repair the tire in this insta...

Page 383: ...ave the tire sealant bottle replaced as soon as possible at a qualified specialist workshop X Have the tire sealant bottle replaced every four years at a qualified specialist workshop Battery vehicle...

Page 384: ...tteries Wash battery acid immediately with water and seek medical attention H Environmental note Batteries contain dangerous substances It is against the law to dispose of them with the household rubb...

Page 385: ...battery charge level checked more frequently if you use the vehicle mainly for short trips or if you leave it standing idle for a lengthy period Consult a qualified specialist workshop if you wish to...

Page 386: ...unit specially adapted for Mercedes Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes Benz is available as an accessory It permits the charging of the battery in its installed position Contact an aut...

Page 387: ...ith identical polarity are connected RIt is particularly important to observe the described order when connecting and disconnecting the jumper cables RNever connect or disconnect the battery terminals...

Page 388: ...ng X Secure the vehicle by applying the electric parking brake X Shift the transmission to position P X Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove it Y page 159 On vehicles with K...

Page 389: ...o be towed or tow started is greater than the permissible gross weight of your vehicle Rthe towing eye could detach itself Rthe vehicle trailer combination could rollover There is a risk of an acciden...

Page 390: ...weight must not exceed the maximum permissible gross vehicle weight of your vehicle Information on your vehicle s gross vehicle weight rating can be found on the vehicle identification plate Y page 43...

Page 391: ...Depress and hold the brake pedal X Shift the automatic transmission to position N X Release the brake pedal X Release the electric parking brake X Leave the SmartKey in position 2 in the ignition loc...

Page 392: ...G WARNING Only use fuses that have been approved for Mercedes Benz vehicles and that have the correct fuse rating for the systems concerned Do not attempt to repair or bridge faulty fuses Using fuses...

Page 393: ...Fold cover inwards until it engages Fuse box in the engine compartment Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open When closing the cover make sure that it is lying correc...

Page 394: ...the arrow and remove it from the fuse box i The fuse allocation chart is located in a recess at the side of the fuse box X To close place cover on the fuse box X Press cover down until you feel the c...

Page 395: ...ant safety notes 394 Operation 394 Winter operation 396 Tire pressure 398 Loading the vehicle 405 All about wheels and tires 409 Changing a wheel 416 Wheel and tire combinations 421 Emergency spare wh...

Page 396: ...g safety Before purchasing and using non approved accessories visit a qualified specialist workshop and inquire about Rsuitability Rlegal stipulations Rfactory recommendations Information on the dimen...

Page 397: ...e pressure of all the tires particularly prior to long trips Adjust the tire pressure as necessary Y page 398 Observe the notes on the emergency spare wheel Y page 427 The service life of tires depend...

Page 398: ...es e g winter tires A TIREFIT kit can be obtained from a qualified specialist workshop Winter operation General notes Have your vehicle winterproofed at a qualified specialist workshop at the onset of...

Page 399: ...re is not enough space for snow chains To avoid damage to the vehicle or tires observe the Wheel and tire combinations section under Tires and wheels For safety reasons Mercedes Benz recommends that y...

Page 400: ...re specifications that are valid for your vehicle can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard and tire pressure table on the vehicle General notes The recommended tire pressures for the t...

Page 401: ...and a sudden loss of pressure For more information contact a qualified specialist workshop Important notes on tire pressure G WARNING If the tire pressure drops repeatedly the wheel valve or tire may...

Page 402: ...lapsible spare wheel depending on vehicle equipment Underinflated or overinflated tires Underinflation G WARNING Tires with pressure that is too low can overheat and burst as a consequence In addition...

Page 403: ...r tires Tire pressure loss warning system Canada only Important safety notes While the vehicle is in motion the tire pressure loss warning system monitors the set tire pressure using the rotational sp...

Page 404: ...in period the tire pressure loss warning system will monitor the set tire pressures of all four tires If you wish to cancel the restart X Press the button or X If the Tire Pressure Now OK message app...

Page 405: ...a warning message will appear if the tire pressure drops significantly The tire pressure monitor does not warn you of an incorrectly set tire pressure Observe the notes on the recommended tire pressu...

Page 406: ...heel to select the Serv menu X Press the 9 or button to select Tire Pressure X Press button a The current tire pressure for each wheel will be displayed in the multifunction display If the vehicle has...

Page 407: ...he new tire pressures are then accepted as reference values and monitored If you wish to cancel the restart X Press the button The tire pressure values stored at the last restart will continue to be m...

Page 408: ...rmation placard Number of seats Maximum number of seats indicates the maximum number of occupants allowed to travel in the vehicle This information can be found on the Tire and Loading Information pla...

Page 409: ...s 1 to 3 The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load capacities with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants The following examples use a maximu...

Page 410: ...750 lbs 340 kg 750 lbs 340 kg 1500 lbs 680 kg 540 lbs 245 kg 960 lbs 435 kg 1500 lbs 680 kg 150 lbs 68 kg 1350 lbs 612 kg Vehicle identification plate Even if you have calculated the total load carefu...

Page 411: ...the tire Where applicable the tire grading information can be found on the tire sidewall between the tread shoulder and maximum tire width Example RTreadwear grade 200 RTraction grade AA RTemperature...

Page 412: ...heat build up and possible tire failure The temperature grades are A the highest B and C These represent the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested...

Page 413: ...ize ratio between the tire height and tire width and is shown as a percentage The aspect ratio is calculated by dividing the tire width by the tire height Tire code tire code specifies the tire type R...

Page 414: ...he service specification must be given in parentheses Example 275 40 ZR 18 99 Y The speed rating Y indicates that the maximum speed of the tire is over 186 mph 300 km h Ask the tire manufacturer about...

Page 415: ...are vehicle specific and may deviate from the values in the illustration DOT Tire Identification Number TIN U S tire regulations prescribe that every tire manufacturer or retreader must imprint a TIN...

Page 416: ...ation Normal occupant weight The number of occupants which the vehicle is designed for multiplied by 68 kilograms 150 lb Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A uniform standard to grade the quality...

Page 417: ...is bar There are 100 kilopascals kPa to 1 bar Load index In addition to the load bearing index the load index may also be imprinted on the sidewall of the tire This specifies the load bearing capacity...

Page 418: ...pecifies the maximum permissible weight that the ball coupling of the trailer tow hitch can support Treadwear indicators Narrow bars tread wear bars that are distributed over the tire tread If the tir...

Page 419: ...indicates its correct direction of rotation Storing wheels Store wheels that are not being used in a cool dry and preferably dark place Protect the tires from oil grease gasoline and diesel Cleaning t...

Page 420: ...he openings in base plate Securing the vehicle on level ground X On level ground place chocks or other suitable items under the front and rear of the wheel that is diagonally opposite the wheel you wi...

Page 421: ...g rubber mats Rdo not use wooden blocks or similar objects as a jack underlay Otherwise the jack will not be able to achieve its load bearing capacity due to the restricted height Rthe maximum clearan...

Page 422: ...driving There is a risk of accident Never oil or grease wheel bolts In the event of damage to the threads contact a qualified specialist workshop immediately Have the damaged wheel bolts or hub thread...

Page 423: ...letters AB are visible X Turn the ratchet wrench until the vehicle is once again standing firmly on the ground X Place the jack to one side X Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a crosswise pattern in t...

Page 424: ...ssures for various operating conditions can be found Ron the Tire and Loading Information placard with the recommended tire pressures on the B pillar on the driver s side Rin the tire pressure table o...

Page 425: ...The tires and wheel rims as well as further information can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop Wheel and tire combinations 423 Wheels and tires Z...

Page 426: ...els BA 265 60 R 18 110 H M S BA 8 0 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 2 22 in 56 5 mm R 19 Tires Alloy wheels BA 275 55 R 19 111 H M S3 BA 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 44 in 62 mm Winter tires R 18 Tires Alloy w...

Page 427: ...OExtended3 4 BA 8 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 2 44 in 62 mm All terrain tires R 19 Tires Alloy wheels BA 275 55 R 19 111 H M S3 BA 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 44 in 62 mm Winter tires R 19 Tires Alloy w...

Page 428: ...111 V XL M S3 BA 10 0 J x 21 H2 Wheel offset 1 81 in 46 mm All terrain tires R 19 Tires Alloy wheels BA 275 55 R 19 111 H M S3 BA 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 44 in 62 mm Winter tires R 19 Tires Allo...

Page 429: ...ed under Mounting a wheel Y page 417 You should regularly check the pressure of the emergency spare wheel particularly prior to long trips and correct the pressure as necessary Y page 398 The applicab...

Page 430: ...and on tensioning straps from the cargo tie down rings X Remove the bag with the Minispare emergency spare wheel X Open the bag and remove the Minispare emergency spare wheel X To stow the emergency s...

Page 431: ...nical data Minispare emergency spare wheel Tires Alloy wheels T 165 90 R19 119 M Tire pressure 420 kPa 4 2 bar 61 psi 4 5 B x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 58 in 40 mm Emergency spare wheel 429 Wheels and tire...

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Page 433: ...432 Information regarding technical data 432 Genuine Mercedes Benz parts 432 Warranty 432 Identification plates 433 Service products and filling capaci ties 434 Vehicle data 441 Trailer tow hitch 442...

Page 434: ...of the same quality as new parts They are covered by the same Limited Warranty entitlements as new parts Air bags and Emergency Tensioning Devices as well as control units and sensors for these restr...

Page 435: ...Mercedes Benz Center i If you lose the Service and Warranty Information booklet contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center to arrange a replacement It will be mailed to you Identification plates Vehic...

Page 436: ...rvice fluids from coming into direct contact with your skin or clothing If a service fluid is swallowed contact a physician immediately H Environmental note Dispose of service products in an environme...

Page 437: ...which has come into contact with fuel Tank capacity Model Total capacity All models 26 4 US gal 100 0 l Model Of which reserve All models Approx 3 2 US gal 12 0 l Gasoline Fuel grade Do not use diese...

Page 438: ...ling Y page 173 Additives Operating the engine with fuel additives can increase wear and tear to the fuel system high pressure pump and lead to contamination of the entire fuel system The repair costs...

Page 439: ...fuel system For this reason they are not approved For more information consult the gas station staff The bio diesel B5 label on the gasoline pump must clearly state that the standard for ULSD has been...

Page 440: ...treatment system Assuring the purity of DEF is particularly important with respect to avoiding malfunctions in the BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment system If DEF is pumped out of the DEF tank e g du...

Page 441: ...re to be used The low temperature characteristics of engine oils can deteriorate significantly e g as a result of aging soot and fuel deposits It is therefore strongly recommended that you carry out r...

Page 442: ...ing point of the coolant during operation is approximately 266 130 The antifreeze corrosion inhibitor concentration in the engine cooling system should Rbe at least 50 This will protect the engine coo...

Page 443: ...r with a mixture of water and windshield washer fluid e g MB WinterFit Adapt the mixing ratio to the outside temperature RDown to 14 10 mix 1 part MB WinterFit to 2 parts water RDown to 4 20 mix 1 par...

Page 444: ...b 100 kg GL 450 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY GL 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC Vehicle length 201 6 in 5120 mm GL 550 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY Vehicle length 202 6 in 5146 mm Trailer tow hitch Mounting dimensions If you ha...

Page 445: ...m gradient climbing capability of 12 from a standstill 7500 lbs 3402 kg Maximum drawbar noseweight the drawbar noseweight is not included in the trailer load 600 lbs 272 kg Permissible rear axle load...

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Page 447: ...anada only Editorial office You are welcome to forward any queries or suggestions you may have regarding this Operator s Manual to the technical documentation team at the following address Daimler AG...

Page 448: ...Order no 6515 0430 13 Part no 166 584 09 81 Edition B 2013 16658409811 1665840981 Nur f r internen Gebrauch For internal use only...

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