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Mercedes-Benz 2016 GL, Operator'S Manual

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Summary of Contents for 2016 GL

Page 1: ...GL Operator s Manual Order no P166 0043 13 Part no 1665847902 Edition A 2016 1665847902 1665847902 GL Operator s Manual...

Page 2: ...tion RSIRIUS is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc RHD Radio is a registered trademark of iBiq uity Digital Corporation RGracenote is a registered trademark of Gracenote Inc RZAGATSurvey an...

Page 3: ...enz therefore reserves the right to introduce changes in the following areas Rdesign Requipment Rtechnical features The equipment in your vehicle may therefore differ from that shown in the descriptio...

Page 4: ......

Page 5: ...eats steering wheel and mirrors 107 Lights and windshield wipers 129 Climate control 143 Driving and parking 163 On board computer and displays 271 Stowage and features 339 Maintenance and care 369 Br...

Page 6: ...ing space 230 Function notes 227 Important safety notes 227 Parking 229 Towing a trailer 231 ADAPTIVE BRAKE 76 Adaptive Brake Assist Display message 298 Function notes 72 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Disp...

Page 7: ...ights Display message 306 see Lights Automatic car wash care 376 Automatic engine start ECO start stop function 170 Automatic engine switch off ECO start stop function 169 Automatic headlamp mode 130...

Page 8: ...Display message 291 High performance brake system 196 Important safety notes 194 Maintenance 195 Parking brake 190 Riding tips 194 Warning lamp 326 Breakdown Where will I find 386 see Flat tire see To...

Page 9: ...tomatically 154 Cooling with air dehumidification 153 Defrosting the windows 158 Defrosting the windshield 157 Dual zone automatic climate con trol 145 General notes 144 Indicator lamp 154 Information...

Page 10: ...rd row of seats 350 Customer Assistance Center CAC 29 Customer Relations Department 29 D Data see Technical data Daytime running lamps Display message 305 Function notes 130 Switching on off on board...

Page 11: ...ng off road see Off road driving Driving safety systems ABS Anti lock Braking System 68 ADAPTIVE BRAKE 76 Adaptive Brake Assist 72 BAS Brake Assist System 69 BAS PLUS Brake Assist System PLUS 69 COLLI...

Page 12: ...formation 169 Important safety notes 169 Introduction 169 Electronic Stability Program see ESP Electronic Stability Program Emergency Automatic measures after an acci dent 60 Emergency release Driver...

Page 13: ...vehicle 387 TIREFIT kit 388 see Emergency spare wheel Floormats 368 Folding the rear bench seat for wards back 344 Fording Off road 197 On flooded roads 196 Frequencies Mobile phone 444 Two way radio...

Page 14: ...4 Hydroplaning 196 I Ignition lock see Key positions Immobilizer 78 Indicator lamps see Warning and indicator lamps Indicators see Turn signals Insect protection on the radiator 371 Instrument cluster...

Page 15: ...Rear fog lamp 131 Setting the brightness of the ambient lighting on board com puter 284 Setting the color of the ambient lighting on board computer 284 Standing lamps 132 Switching the daytime running...

Page 16: ...in the sun visor Mobile phone Frequencies 444 Installation 444 Menu on board computer 279 Transmission output maximum 444 Modifying the programming SmartKey 84 MOExtended tires 387 Mounting wheels Low...

Page 17: ...AMG menu 287 Assistance menu 281 Audio menu 278 Convenience submenu 285 Display messages 290 Displaying a service message 375 DISTRONIC PLUS 211 Factory settings submenu 286 Important safety notes 272...

Page 18: ...ing feature 92 Power washers 377 Power windows see Side windows PRE SAFE anticipatory occupant protection Display message 297 Operation 60 PRE SAFE Brake Activating deactivating 282 Display message 29...

Page 19: ...e control 159 Restraint system Display message 299 Introduction 44 Warning lamp 333 Warning lamp function 45 Reversing feature Panorama sliding sunroof 103 Roller sunblinds 104 Side windows 98 Sliding...

Page 20: ...Side impact air bag 52 Side marker lamp display mes sage 305 Side windows Cleaning 379 Convenience closing feature 99 Convenience opening feature 99 Hinged side windows 98 Important safety information...

Page 21: ...safety information 341 Stowage net 343 Stowage net 343 Summer tires 406 Sun visor 350 Surround lighting on board com puter 284 Suspension tuning AMG adaptive sport suspension system 223 SETUP on board...

Page 22: ...ssure elec tronically 414 Function notes 412 General notes 412 Important safety notes 413 Radio type approval for the tire pressure monitor 415 Restarting 415 Warning lamp 338 Warning message 414 TIRE...

Page 23: ...e Vehicle tool kit Top Tether 64 Tow starting Emergency engine starting 400 Important safety notes 397 Towing a trailer Active Parking Assist 231 Axle load permissible 458 Cleaning the trailer tow hit...

Page 24: ...ng 431 Maintenance 26 Parking for a long period 192 Pulling away 168 Raising 429 Reporting problems 29 Securing from rolling away 428 Towing away 397 Transporting 399 Unlocking in an emergency 92 Unlo...

Page 25: ...dows see Side windows Windshield Defrosting 157 Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid 374 Notes 453 Windshield wipers Problem malfunction 14...

Page 26: ...ngine Rdo not warm up the engine when the vehicle is stationary Rdrive carefully and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front Ravoid frequent sudden acceleration and braking Rchange gear in...

Page 27: ...that your vehicle may not feature all functions described here This also applies to safety relevant systems and func tions The equipment in your vehicle may therefore differ from that shown in the de...

Page 28: ...written notice to Mercedes Benz USA LLC Customer Assistance Center One Mercedes Drive Montvale NJ 07645 0350 Maintenance The Service and Warranty Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work w...

Page 29: ...There is a risk of an accident Always adapt your speed and driving style to the vehicle s driving characteristics and to the prevailing road and weather conditions Utility vehicles have a significant...

Page 30: ...s In such cases consult a qualified specialist workshop Declarations of conformity Vehicle components which receive and or transmit radio waves USA The wireless devices of this vehicle comply with Par...

Page 31: ...information when driv ing your vehicle Rthe safety notes in this manual Rthe vehicle technical data Rtraffic rules and regulations Rlaws and safety standards pertaining to motor vehicles Problems with...

Page 32: ...formation relating to vehicle operation mal functions and user settings This may include information about the performance or status of various systems including but not limited to engine throttle ste...

Page 33: ...SA LLC MBUSA expressly disclaims any and all lia bility arising from the extraction of this infor mation by unauthorized Mercedes Benz per sonnel MBUSA will not share EDR data with others without the...

Page 34: ...32...

Page 35: ...Cockpit 34 Instrument cluster 35 Multifunction steering wheel 37 Center console 38 Overhead control panel 41 Door control panel 42 33 At a glance...

Page 36: ...panel 41 D Climate control systems 144 E Ignition lock 165 Start Stop button 165 Function Page F Adjusts the steering wheel manually 121 G Adjusts the steering wheel electrically 121 Steering wheel he...

Page 37: ...r 8 the fuel filler cap is on the right hand side Function Page Tachometer 273 Coolant temperature 273 A Multifunction display 275 B Instrument cluster lighting 272 i Information on displaying the out...

Page 38: ...ada only B Electric parking brake yellow 333 C Distance warning 337 D Turn signals 132 E h Tire pressure monitor 338 Function Page F 6 Restraint system 44 G Seat belts 325 H Diesel engine pre glow 167...

Page 39: ...s or ends a call 279 Exits phone book redial memory 6 Makes or accepts a call Switches to the redial mem ory W X Adjusts the volume 8 Mute Function Page A Selects a menu 273 9 Selects a submenu or scr...

Page 40: ...or COMAND see the separate operating instructions c Seat heating 118 s Seat ventilation 120 c PARKTRONIC 224 A ECO start stop func tion 169 Function Page B Hazard warning lamps 133 C 4 5 PASSENGER AI...

Page 41: ...ol ler see the separate oper ating instructions H d ON OFFROAD menu button 262 I LOW RANGE off road gear 259 Function Page J Level control 213 K DSR Downhill Speed Regulation 257 L p Manual drive prog...

Page 42: ...52 Socket 353 G Audio or COMAND control ler see the separate oper ating instructions H Level control 219 Function Page I DSR Downhill Speed Regulation 257 J e Adaptive Damping System 218 Sets AMG adap...

Page 43: ...Opens or closes the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel with roller sunblinds 104 Function Page C Eyeglasses compartment 342 D F Roadside Assistance call button mbrace sys tem 358 E G SOS but...

Page 44: ...tion 127 Adjusts the seats 109 A 7Z Adjusts and folds the exte rior mirrors in out electri cally 124 Function Page B W Opens closes the side windows 98 C q Opens closes the tailgate 96 D Opens closes...

Page 45: ...Useful information 44 Panic alarm 44 Occupant safety 44 Children in the vehicle 61 Pets in the vehicle 67 Driving safety systems 68 Protection against theft 78 43 Safety...

Page 46: ...r bags RChild restraint system RChild seat securing systems The components of the restraint system work in conjunction with each other They can only deploy their protective function if at all times al...

Page 47: ...n a few seconds after the vehicle is started The components of the restraint system are in operational readiness A malfunction has occurred if the 6 restraint system warning lamp Rdoes not light up af...

Page 48: ...s as well as the seat belts in the third row RBelt force limiters for the front seat belts and the outer seat belts in the second row of seats as well as the seat belts in the third row If the seat be...

Page 49: ...in a child restraint system suitable for this Mercedes Benz vehicle The child restraint system must be appropriate to the age weight and size of the child Ralways observe the instructions and safety n...

Page 50: ...nted or fragile objects If you have such items located on or in your clothing e g pens keys or eyeglasses store these in a suitable place Ronly one person is using a seat belt at a time Infants and ch...

Page 51: ...Dam aged seat belts can no longer fulfill their protective function and must be replaced Visit a qualified specialist workshop Basic illustration X Press release button hold belt tongue firmly and gui...

Page 52: ...situations Not all air bags are deployed in an accident The different air bag systems function inde pendently from one another Y page 58 However no system available today can com pletely eliminate in...

Page 53: ...jects e g coat hangers hang on the grab handles or coat hooks Rno accessories such as cup holders are attached to the vehicle within the deploy ment area of an air bag e g to doors side windows rear s...

Page 54: ...creased risk of injury or even fatal injury You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by Mercedes Benz Front side impact air bags and second row rear side impact...

Page 55: ...seat belt is not inserted into the front passenger seat belt buckle Prerequisites To be classified correctly the front passenger must sit Rwith the seat belt fastened correctly Rin an almost upright...

Page 56: ...t air bag is deployed G WARNING If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is lit the front passenger front air bag is disabled It will not be deployed in the event of an accident and cannot perform...

Page 57: ...ult of the classification is dependent on among other factors the child restraint system and the child s stature It is recommended that you install the child restraint system on a suitable rear seat R...

Page 58: ...jury When the front passenger seat is occupied always ensure that Rthe classification of the person in the front passenger seat is correct and the front passenger front air bag is enabled or disa bled...

Page 59: ...he seat cushion and the child seat X Make sure that the entire base of the child restraint system rests on the seat cushion of the front passenger seat The backrest of the forward facing child restrai...

Page 60: ...d you will hear a bang and a small amount of powder may also be released The 6 restraint system warn ing lamp lights up Only in rare cases will the bang affect your hearing The powder that is released...

Page 61: ...in the deployment of an air bag Nor do they provide an indication of air bag deployment The vehicle can be deformed considerably without an air bag being deployed This is the case if only parts which...

Page 62: ...situation detec ted Rthe front seat belts are pre tensioned Rif the vehicle skids the sliding sunroof and the side windows are closed so that only a small gap remains The panorama roof with power til...

Page 63: ...ehicle G WARNING If persons particularly children are subjected to prolonged exposure to extreme heat or cold there is a risk of injury possibly even fatal Never leave children unattended in the vehic...

Page 64: ...ll a rearward facing child restraint system on the center rear seat the rear arm rest must be folded back as far as possible You can obtain further information about the correct child restraint system...

Page 65: ...allation instructions that are inclu ded with the child restraint system Observe the warning labels in the vehicle inte rior and on the child restraint system LATCH type ISOFIX child seat secur ing sy...

Page 66: ...t according to the manufacturer s instruc tions Top Tether Introduction Top Tether provides an additional connection between the child restraint system secured with a LATCH type ISOFIX child seat moun...

Page 67: ...ckrest and the cargo net if the cargo net is installed X Tension Top Tether belt B Always comply with the child restraint system manufactur er s installation instructions when doing so X Move head res...

Page 68: ...the vehicle belt outlet If neces sary adjust the vehicle belt outlet and the front passenger seat accordingly Always observe the child restraint system manufacturer s installation and operating instru...

Page 69: ...ake sure that the child proof locks are working properly X To deactivate press the child proof lock lever down in the direction of arrow Override feature for the rear side win dows X To activate deact...

Page 70: ...try driving conditions always use winter tires M S tires and if necessary snow chains Only in this way will the driving safety systems described in this section work as effectively as possible ABS Ant...

Page 71: ...situation is over ABS prevents the wheels from locking The brakes will function as usual once you release the brake pedal BAS is deactivated BAS PLUS Brake Assist System PLUS General information BAS...

Page 72: ...driving at a speed above 20 mph 30 km h if you depress the brake pedal sharply BAS PLUS automatically raises the brake pressure to a value adapted to the traf fic situation BAS PLUS provides braking a...

Page 73: ...ment 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 Due to the nature of the system particularly complica...

Page 74: ...the brakes vigorously Adaptive Brake Assist will automatically increase the braking force to a level suitable for the traffic conditions X Keep the brake pedal depressed until the emergency braking si...

Page 75: ...ion Traction control remains active even if you deactivate ESP In appropriate driving situations activate the off road program Y page 258 Off road 4ETS Electronic Traction Sys tem A 4ETS system specif...

Page 76: ...no longer sta bilizes the vehicle There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident Only deactivate ESP in the situations descri bed in the following It may be best to deactivate ESP in the fol l...

Page 77: ...eds of about 37 mph 60 km h ESP trailer stabilization does not work if ESP is deactivated or disabled because of a malfunction Crosswind Assist General information Strong crosswinds can cause your veh...

Page 78: ...s yourself and try to take evasive action In the event of a partial application of the brakes the vehicle is braked with up to 50 of the full braking pressure G WARNING PRE SAFE Brake cannot always cl...

Page 79: ...eed is between approx imately 4 mph 7 km h and 124 mph 200 km h i If there is an increased risk of collision preventive passenger protection measures PRE SAFE are activated If the risk of collision wi...

Page 80: ...tKey or KEYLESS GO Indicator lamp flashes The alarm sys tem is armed after approximately 15 seconds X To deactivate using the SmartKey unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or X Insert the SmartKey int...

Page 81: ...Assistance Center This is done either by text message or data connection The emergency call system sends the mes sage or data provided that Ryou have subscribed to the mbrace ser vice Rthe mbrace ser...

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Page 83: ...Useful information 82 SmartKey 82 Doors 90 Cargo compartment 93 Side windows 97 Sliding sunroof 102 81 Opening and closing...

Page 84: ...of children G WARNING If persons particularly children are subjected to prolonged exposure to extreme heat or cold there is a risk of injury possibly even fatal Never leave children unattended in the...

Page 85: ...of KEYLESS GO with those of a con ventional SmartKey Unlock the vehicle by using KEYLESS GO for instance and lock it using the button on the SmartKey When locking or unlocking with KEYLESS GO the dis...

Page 86: ...the driver s door press the button once X To unlock centrally press the but ton twice X To lock centrally press the button The KEYLESS GO function is changed as fol lows X To unlock the driver s door...

Page 87: ...batteries out of the reach of children If a battery is swallowed seek medical attention immediately Mercedes Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist workshop Th...

Page 88: ...ur palm until battery falls out X Insert the new battery with the positive ter minal facing upwards Use a lint free cloth to do so X Make sure that the surface of the battery is free of lint grease an...

Page 89: ...owerful 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 bu...

Page 90: ...n the ignition lock Problem Possible causes consequences and M Solutions You cannot lock or unlock the vehicle using the SmartKey The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged X Vehicles wit...

Page 91: ...ion X Unlock Y page 92 or lock Y page 92 the vehicle using the mechanical key X Have the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop You have lost a Smart Key X Have the SmartKey d...

Page 92: ...njury When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Never leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle Always keep the SmartKey out of reach of children G WARN...

Page 93: ...m the outside You can open a front door from inside the vehicle even if it has been locked If a locked door is opened from the inside the previous unlock status of the vehicle will be taken into consi...

Page 94: ...unlock and open the driver s door the anti theft alarm system will be triggered Y page 78 X Take the mechanical key out of the Smart Key Y page 85 X Insert the mechanical key into the lock of the dri...

Page 95: ...y particu larly in the event of sudden braking or a sud den change in direction Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around Secure objects luggage or loads against slipping or tipping bef...

Page 96: ...ull handle and release it The tailgate opens automatically Closing X Pull the tailgate down using recess X Allow the tailgate to drop into the lock X Lock the vehicle if necessary with the button on t...

Page 97: ...closing area during the closing process There is a risk of injury Make sure that nobody is in the vicinity of the closing area during the closing process Use one of the following options to stop the c...

Page 98: ...opened Therefore make sure that there is sufficient clearance above and behind the tailgate i Tailgate opening dimensions Y page 454 i Notes on the automatic reversing feature for the tailgate Y page...

Page 99: ...nical key in the direction of the arrow and open the tailgate X Insert the mechanical key into the Smart Key Side windows Important safety notes G WARNING While opening the side windows body parts cou...

Page 100: ...closing the side win dows The switches for all side windows are located 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 tak...

Page 101: ...s without KEYLESS GO point the tip of the SmartKey at the door handle on the driver s door X Press and hold the button until the side windows and the sliding sunroof or the panorama roof with power ti...

Page 102: ...d On vehicles with a panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel X Press and hold the button again until the roller sunblinds of the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel close X To interrupt co...

Page 103: ...panel until the side win dow is completely closed Y page 98 X Hold the switch for an additional second X If the respective side window remains closed after the button is released then it has been set...

Page 104: ...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 closed The side window is...

Page 105: ...closing movement Rduring resetting Rwhen closing the sliding sunroof again man ually immediately after automatic reversing This means that the reversing feature cannot prevent someone being trapped i...

Page 106: ...automatic opening closing process is started in the corre sponding direction You can stop automatic operation by pressing pulling the switch again Automatic operation for raising is available only wh...

Page 107: ...ing direction You can stop automatic operation by pressing pulling the switch again Resetting the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel and the roller sunblinds If the panorama roof with power t...

Page 108: ...g sunroof still cannot be opened or closed as a result of a malfunction contact a qualified specialist workshop Problem Possible causes consequences and M Solutions The sliding sunroof can not be clos...

Page 109: ...Useful information 108 Correct driver s seat position 108 Seats 109 Steering wheel 121 Mirrors 124 Memory function 127 107 Seats steering wheel and mirrors...

Page 110: ...that Ryou are as far away from the driver s air bag as possible Ryou are sitting in a normal upright position Ryou can fasten the seat belt properly Ryou have moved the backrest to an almost vertical...

Page 111: ...s seat head restraint steering wheel or mirrors Rfasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident Adjust the driver s seat head restraint steer ing wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt befor...

Page 112: ...be dam aged i It is not possible to remove the head restraints from the front seats The rear compartment head restraints however can be removed Y page 112 For more information contact a qualified spe...

Page 113: ...arrow and push the head restraint down to the desired position Adjusting the fore aft position of the head restraint With this function you can adjust the distance between the head restraint and the...

Page 114: ...up to the stop X Press release catch and pull the head restraint out of the guides X To re install insert the head restraint so that the notches on the bar are on the left when viewed in the direction...

Page 115: ...il There is a risk of injury Make sure when adjusting a seat that no one has any body parts in the sweep of the seat Adjusting the backrest angle second row of seats You can adjust the angle of the ba...

Page 116: ...c folding briefly pull switch again X To fold down briefly press switch The seat folds down X To stop the automatic folding briefly press switch again Folding down up in the cargo compart ment Example...

Page 117: ...ction RThe seat backrests cannot restrain objects or loads in the cargo compartment There is an increased risk of injury Always make sure that the seat and backrest are engaged as described Rbefore tr...

Page 118: ...sition G WARNING When you adjust a seat you or other vehicle occupants could become trapped e g on the seat guide rail There is a risk of injury Make sure when adjusting a seat that no one has any bod...

Page 119: ...enly e g when accelerating braking changing direction suddenly or in the event of an acci dent Persons in the sweep of the seat could become trapped There is a risk of injury Always fold back a seat w...

Page 120: ...the third row for wards back Y page 113 Folding down the seats The seats can be folded down electrically if the vehicle is stationary and the respective rear door is open X Press button The head restr...

Page 121: ...cally switches down from level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten minutes The system automatically switches off approximately 35 minutes after it is set to level 1 X Turn the SmartKey to position 1...

Page 122: ...ventilation on off Switching on off The three blue indicator lamps in the buttons indicate the ventilation level you have selec ted X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni tion lock Y page 165 X...

Page 123: ...risk of injury When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle The electrically adjustable steering wheel can still be...

Page 124: ...page 127 Steering wheel heating Switching on off X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni tion lock Y page 165 X To switch on off turn the lever in the direction of arrow or Indicator lamp lights...

Page 125: ...always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle G WARNING If you drive off while the EASY ENTRY EXIT feature is making adjustments you could los...

Page 126: ...your vehicle if you do the following while driving Radjust the driver s seat head restraint steering wheel or mirrors Rfasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident Adjust the driver s seat head...

Page 127: ...on in the on board computer Y page 286 X Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the igni tion lock Y page 165 X Briefly press button Folding the exterior mirrors in or out automatically If the Fold in mir...

Page 128: ...aged or if the interior light ing is switched on Parking position for the exterior mir ror on the front passenger side Setting and storing the parking position Using reverse gear Button for the driver...

Page 129: ...e the memory function on the driver s side while driving you could lose control of the vehicle as a result of the adjustments being made There is a risk of an accident Only use the memory function on...

Page 130: ...e selected pre set position A tone sounds when the set tings have been completed The memory function can still be used if the SmartKey has been removed Calling up a stored setting X Press the button f...

Page 131: ...Useful information 130 Exterior lighting 130 Interior lighting 135 Replacing bulbs 136 Windshield wipers 139 129 Lights and windshield wipers...

Page 132: ...hand standing lamps 2 X Right hand standing lamps 3 T Parking lamps license plate and instrument cluster lighting 4 Automatic headlamp mode control led by the light sensor 5 L Low beam high beam headl...

Page 133: ...switched on using the on board computer Y page 284 If the engine is running and you turn the light switch to T or L the manual settings take precedence over the daytime running lamps Low beam headlam...

Page 134: ...of arrow or High beam headlamps X To switch on manually turn the Smart Key to position 2 in the ignition lock or start the engine X Vehicles without Adaptive Highbeam Assist turn the light switch to L...

Page 135: ...km h again after a full brake application i The hazard warning lamps still operate if the ignition is switched off Cornering light function The cornering light function improves the illu mination of t...

Page 136: ...carefully observe the traffic conditions and switch off the high beam headlamps in good time Adaptive Highbeam Assist cannot take into account road weather or traffic conditions Adaptive Highbeam Ass...

Page 137: ...Switches the left hand front reading lamp on off c Switches the front interior lighting on v Switches the rear interior lighting on or off Switches the front interior lighting automatic interior ligh...

Page 138: ...h voltage You can get an electric shock if you remove the cover of the Xenon bulb and touch the electrical con tacts There is a risk of fatal injury Never touch the parts or the electrical con tacts o...

Page 139: ...times Have theheadlamp settingchecked regularly Overview changing bulbs bulb types You can replace the following bulbs The bulb type can be found in the legend Halogen headlamps Low beam headlamp H7...

Page 140: ...lace the cover in the front wheel hous ing Y page 137 High beam headlamps halogen head lamps X Switch off the lights X Open the hood X Turn housing cover counter clockwise and remove it X Pull lever u...

Page 141: ...dry If it is necessary to switch on the windshield wipers in dry weather conditions always use washer fluid when operating the wind shield wipers If the windshield wipers leave smears on the windshie...

Page 142: ...le you are changing the wiper blades you could be trapped by the wiper arm There is a risk of injury Always switch off the windshield wipers and ignition before changing the wiper blades To avoid dama...

Page 143: ...ock X Fold wiper arm away from the rear win dow until it engages X Position wiper blade at a right angle to wiper arm X Hold wiper arm and press wiper blade in the direction of the arrow until it rele...

Page 144: ...d remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock or X Switch off the engine using the Start Stop button and open the driver s door X Remove the cause of the obstruction X Switch the windshield wipers back...

Page 145: ...Useful information 144 Overview of climate control sys tems 144 Operating the climate control sys tems 152 Setting the air vents 160 143 Climate control...

Page 146: ...ine is running Optimum operation is only achieved with the side windows and roof closed The residual heat function can only be acti vated or deactivated with the ignition switched off Y page 159 i Ven...

Page 147: ...midification on off Y page 153 A Switches the rear window defroster on off Y page 158 B Sets the temperature right Y page 155 C Switches air recirculation mode on off Y page 159 D Sets the air distrib...

Page 148: ...ter on off Y page 158 B Sets the temperature right Y page 155 C Switches air recirculation mode on off Y page 159 D Sets the air distribution Y page 156 E Increases the airflow Y page 156 F Reduces th...

Page 149: ...nce no fresh air is drawn into the vehicle in air recirculation mode RUse the ZONE function to adopt the tem perature settings on the driver s side for the front passenger side as well The indi cator...

Page 150: ...ts the air distribution Y page 156 F Increases the airflow Y page 156 G Reduces the airflow Y page 156 H Display I Adjusts the climate mode settings Y page 155 J Switches air recirculation mode on off...

Page 151: ...e 156 F Increases the airflow Y page 156 G Reduces the airflow Y page 156 H Display I Adjusts the climate mode settings Y page 155 J Switches air recirculation mode on off Y page 159 K Sets climate co...

Page 152: ...on off Y page 157 D Switches the rear climate control on off Y page 152 E Sets the air distribution Y page 156 F Increases the airflow Y page 156 G Reduces the airflow Y page 156 Switches off climate...

Page 153: ...te control on off D Activates deactivates the air conditioning Y page 152 E Sets the air distribution Y page 156 F Increases the airflow Y page 156 G Reduces the airflow Y page 156 H Display I Adjusts...

Page 154: ...off RVehicles with COMAND if you change the settings of the climate control system the climate status display appears for approx imately three seconds at the bottom of the screen in the COMAND displa...

Page 155: ...vailable when the engine is run ning The air inside the vehicle is cooled and dehumidified according to the temperature selected Condensation may drip from the underside of the vehicle when it is in c...

Page 156: ...tained automatically at a constant level The system automatically regulates the tem perature of the dispensed air the airflow and the air distribution Automatic mode will achieve optimal opera tion if...

Page 157: ...ect different temperature settings for the driver s and front passenger sides as well as for the rear compartment X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni tion lock Y page 165 X To increase or de...

Page 158: ...l you can also activate both air distribution positions simultaneously In order to do this press both air distribution buttons The air is then routed through all rear air vents i Regardless of the air...

Page 159: ...ld and the side windows Switch off the Windshield defrosting func tion as soon as the windshield is clear again Activating or deactivating X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni tion lock Y pag...

Page 160: ...page 157 i You should only select this setting until the windshield is clear again Windows fogged up on the outside X Press the _ button repeatedly until the P or O symbol appears in the dis play i Y...

Page 161: ...button lights up i In the event of high pollution levels 3 zone automatic climate control only or at high outside temperatures air recircula tion mode is automatically activated When air recirculation...

Page 162: ...te vicinity of the air vents There is a risk of injury Make sure that all vehicle occupants always maintain a sufficient distance to the air out lets If necessary redirect the airflow to another area...

Page 163: ...box can be ventilated for instance to cool its contents The level of airflow depends on the airflow and air distribution settings X To open or close turn thumbwheel to the right or left Setting the r...

Page 164: ...l for B pillar air vent X To open or close turn thumbwheel up or down Third row of seats B pillar air vent in the headliner B pillar air vent Thumbwheel for B pillar air vent X To open or close turn t...

Page 165: ...l information 164 Notes on breaking in a new vehi cle 164 Driving 164 Automatic transmission 173 Refueling 182 Parking 189 Driving tips 192 Driving systems 202 Towing a trailer 263 163 Driving and par...

Page 166: ...t full throt tle during this period RChange gear in good time before the tach ometer needle is of the way to the red area of the tachometer RDo not manually shift to a lower gear to brake the vehicle...

Page 167: ...ere possible avoid spinning the drive wheels when pulling away on slippery roads You could otherwise damage the drive train Mercedes AMG vehicles at low engine oil temperatures below 68 20 the maximum...

Page 168: ...trally using the but ton on the front door Y page 91 you can continue to start the engine with the Start Stop button The engine can be switched off while the vehi cle is in motion by pressing and hold...

Page 169: ...carbon monoxide Inhaling these exhaust gases leads to poisoning There is a risk of fatal injury Therefore never leave the engine running in enclosed spaces with out sufficient ventilation G WARNING F...

Page 170: ...tic locking feature Y page 285 It is only possible to shift the transmission from position P to the desired position if you depress the brake pedal Only then is the parking lock released If you do not...

Page 171: ...omatically The vehicle may begin moving There is a risk of accident and injury If you wish to exit the vehicle always turn off the ignition and secure the vehicle against rolling away General notes EC...

Page 172: ...ssion out of position P Ryou switch to drive program S or M Mercedes AMG vehicles Ryou switch to an off road program except Mercedes AMG vehicles Ryou unfasten your seat belt or open the driver s door...

Page 173: ...ive pro gram S or M is active the automatic trans mission switches to drive program C If the indicator lamp on the ECO button is off the ECO start stop function has been deac tivated manually or as th...

Page 174: ...attempts to start the engine as these will drain the battery If the engine does not start after several attempts X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The engine does not start You cannot hear the...

Page 175: ...safety notes G WARNING If the engine speed is above the idling speed and you engage transmission position D or R the vehicle could pull away suddenly There is a risk of an accident When engaging trans...

Page 176: ...Push the DIRECT SELECT lever in the direc tion of arrow P Engaging park position P automatically Park position P is automatically engaged if Ryou switch off the engine using the Smart Key and remove t...

Page 177: ...he SmartKey from the ignition the automatic transmission shifts to P automati cally With the Start Stop button if you then open the driver s door or the front passenger door the automatic transmission...

Page 178: ...t shift the transmission to N while driving Otherwise the auto matic transmission could be dam aged No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive wheels Releasing the brakes will allow you to m...

Page 179: ...gear even if cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS are activated Program selector button Vehicles with the ON OFFROAD package X Press program selector button The letter M appears in the multifunction displ...

Page 180: ...sumption resulting from the automatic transmission shifting up sooner Rthe vehicle pulling away more gently in forward and reverse gears unless the accelerator pedal is depressed fully Rthe vehicle ha...

Page 181: ...accelerate the automatic transmission automatically shifts up in order to prevent engine damage X To shift down pull on the left hand steer ing wheel paddle shifter Y page 178 The automatic transmiss...

Page 182: ...lector button Y page 177 The letter M appears in the multifunction display X Mercedes AMG vehicles press the pro gram selector button Y page 177 repeat edly until M appears in the multifunction displa...

Page 183: ...ts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed X Shift back up once the desired speed is reached i All vehicles except Mercedes AMG vehicles if you apply full throttle the automatic transmission shi...

Page 184: ...fied 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 185: ...the engine The repair costs are high Notify a qualified specialist workshop and have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained completely Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a gasoline engine Do not...

Page 186: ...he inside of filler flap X Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel pump nozzle into the tank hook in place and refuel X Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle switches off Do not add any more...

Page 187: ...dry X Refuel the vehicle with at least 5 3 US qt 5 liters of diesel X Turn the ignition on for approximately ten seconds Y page 165 X Start the engine continuously for up to ten seconds until it runs...

Page 188: ...uthorized Mercedes Benz Center with any questions or if necessary contact Road side Assistance Y page 26 If the outside temperature is below 12 11 it may be difficult to top up If DEF is frozen and th...

Page 189: ...ystallized use a sponge and cold water to clean it DEF residues crystallize after time and contam inate the affected surfaces DEF is not a fuel additive and must not be added to the fuel tank If DEF i...

Page 190: ...l disposable hose with overfill protection You can obtain this from any authorized Mercedes Benz Center DEF is available in a variety of containers and receptacles Only use the disposable hose with th...

Page 191: ...ignition while driving G WARNING If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi cle they could set it in motion by for example Rrelease the parking brake Rshift the automatic transmission out of the p...

Page 192: ...cator lamps in the instrument cluster go out If you switch the engine off with the trans mission in position R or D the automatic transmission shifts to N automatically If you then open the driver s o...

Page 193: ...mp in the instrument clus ter goes out i The electric parking brake can only be released Rif the SmartKey is in position 1 in the ignition lock Y page 165 or Rif the ignition was switched on using the...

Page 194: ...ngaged Parking the vehicle for a long period If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than four weeks the battery may be damaged by exhaustive discharging If you leave the vehicle parked for longer...

Page 195: ...and drive Do not drink or take drugs and drive or allow anyone to drive who has been drinking or tak ing drugs Emission control G WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbo...

Page 196: ...nd Constant observe the gear shift recommendations i On long journeys at a constant speed e g on the highway only the bar for Constant will change i The ECO display summarizes the driving characterist...

Page 197: ...nce RBrake occasionally to remove any possible salt residue Make sure that you do not endanger other road users when doing so RCarefully depress the brake pedal and the beginning and end of a journey...

Page 198: ...s For this reason it is impossible to state a mileage that will be valid under all circum stances An aggressive driving style will lead to high wear You can obtain further informa tion about this from...

Page 199: ...pery road 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 e...

Page 200: ...is could cause the vehicle to tip over more easily on uphill or downhill gradients There is a risk of an accident Select the lowest possible vehicle level There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if R...

Page 201: ...that is suitable for the terrain To avoid damaging the vehicle make sure there is always sufficient ground clearance RCheck that items of luggage and loads are stowed safely and are well secured Y pa...

Page 202: ...vate DSR Y page 257 X Lower the vehicle level again to a level suit able to the road conditions e g to the high way level X Clean the headlamps and rear lights and check for damage X Clean the front a...

Page 203: ...ys keep a safe distance from the vehi cle when doing so in order to avoid injury as a result of unexpected vehicle movements After driving off road or over obstacles check the vehicle for possible dam...

Page 204: ...an angle down steep inclines Steer into the line of fall and drive with the front wheels aligned straight Oth erwise the vehicle could slip sideways tip and rollover RShift to a lower gear using the...

Page 205: ...ng in your lane Do not use cruise control Rin road and traffic conditions which do not allow you to maintain a constant speed e g in heavy traffic or on winding roads Ron slippery road surfaces Brakin...

Page 206: ...ere is a risk of an acci dent Pay attention to the road and traffic condi tions before calling up the stored speed If you do not know the stored speed store the desired speed again X Briefly pull the...

Page 207: ...tected with the aid of the radar sensor system DISTRONIC PLUS brakes automatically so that the set speed is not exceeded You must select a lower gear in good time on long and steep downhill gradients...

Page 208: ...such situations There is a risk of an accident Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit uation and be ready to brake G WARNING DISTRONIC PLUS cannot always clearly iden tify other road users an...

Page 209: ...o high when driving in the right hand lane that you overtake vehicles in the left hand lane Rbe so high when driving in the left hand lane that you overtake vehicles in the right hand lane If there is...

Page 210: ...to a slower moving vehicle in front will then not be maintained You will be driving at the speed you determine by the position of the accelerator pedal Activating at the current speed last stored spe...

Page 211: ...ed with Rthe battery is disconnected Rthe accelerator pedal has been depressed e g by a vehicle occupant There is a risk of an accident If you wish to exit the vehicle always turn off DISTRONIC PLUS a...

Page 212: ...LUS keeps to the vehicle in front dependent on vehicle speed You can see this distance in the multifunction display Y page 211 X To increase turn control in direction DISTRONIC PLUS then maintains a g...

Page 213: ...l hear a warning tone You will see the DISTRONIC PLUS Off message in the multi function display for approximately five sec onds Displays in the instrument cluster Displays in the speedometer Example D...

Page 214: ...Rcornering going into and coming out of a bend Rvehicles traveling on a different line Rother vehicles changing lanes Rnarrow vehicles Robstructions and stationary vehicles Rcrossing vehicles In such...

Page 215: ...AD package Important safety notes Level control adapts the vehicle level auto matically to the current operating and driving situation This results in reduced fuel con sumption and improved handling M...

Page 216: ...he vehicle s driving characteristics and to the prevailing road and weather conditions When driving on extremely rough terrain select a high vehicle level in good time Make sure there is always suffic...

Page 217: ...lly selects highway level if you are driving at a speed above 70 mph 115 km h or if you drive at a speed between 62 mph 100 km h and 70 mph 115 km h for approximately 20 seconds The vehicle is lowered...

Page 218: ...isplay Vehicle Rising Max Speed 12 mph 20 km h The Max Speed 12 mph 20 km h mes sage draws your attention to the maximum speed permitted for off road level 3 Once off road level 3 has been reached you...

Page 219: ...hen driv ing off road on steep uphill or downhill gra dients or on slippery or loose surfaces The HOLD function cannot hold the vehicle on such surfaces Important safety notes G WARNING When leaving t...

Page 220: ...icle automatically if the HOLD function is activa ted when the vehicle is stationary and Rthe driver s door is open and the driver s seat belt is unfastened Rthe engine is switched off unless it is au...

Page 221: ...driving fast on straight roads e g on straight stretches of highway Active Curve System The Active Curve System uses active stabil izers to optimize both driving comfort and vehicle agility Depending...

Page 222: ...and all vehicle occupants should always wear your seat belts General notes Further information about Driving off road Y page 198 Level control adapts the vehicle level auto matically to the current op...

Page 223: ...d X Start the engine If indicator lamp is not lit X Press button Indicator lamp flashes The vehicle rises to raised level During the adjustment the Vehicle Rising message for example appears in the mu...

Page 224: ...g lowered G WARNING The vehicle is lowered if Ryou have selected the Comfort or Sport suspension tuning and Rlock the vehicle after switching off the engine Persons in the vicinity of the wheel arch o...

Page 225: ...y roads X Press button once Indicator lamp lights up You have selec ted Sport mode The AMG Suspension System SPORT mes sage appears in the multifunction display Sport mode The very firm setting of the...

Page 226: ...uld damage the vehicle or the objects The sensors may not detect snow and other objects that absorb ultrasonic waves Ultrasonic sources such as an automatic car wash the compressed air brakes on a tru...

Page 227: ...rning displays show the distance between the sensors and the obstacle The warning display for the front area is located on the dashboard above the center air vents The warning display for the rear are...

Page 228: ...NIC Indicator lamp Deactivates activates PARKTRONIC If indicator lamp is on then PARKTRONIC is deactivated Active Parking Assist is then also deactivated i PARKTRONIC is automatically activated when y...

Page 229: ...suitable parking space Active steering intervention can assist you during parking You may also use PARKTRONIC Y page 224 Important safety notes Active Parking Assist is merely an aid It is not a repl...

Page 230: ...anging loads tail sections or loading ramps of goods vehicles G WARNING If there are objects above the detection range Active Parking Assist may turn prematurely You may cause a collision as a result...

Page 231: ...Assist will be can celed i In tight parking spaces you will achieve the best parking results by backing up as far as possible When doing so also observe the PARKTRONIC messages X Stop as soon as PARK...

Page 232: ...st Active Accelerate and Brake Observe Surroundings mes sage appears in the multifunction display X Let go of the multifunction steering wheel X Reverse the vehicle or drive forwards being ready to br...

Page 233: ...ive Parking Assist Once the electrical connection is established between your vehicle and the trailer Active Parking Assist is no longer available PARKTRONIC is deactivated for the rear area Rear view...

Page 234: ...er tow hitch using the COMAND controller select symbol for the Reverse parking function or sym bol for Coupling up a trailer see the separate COMAND operating instructions The symbol of the selected f...

Page 235: ...l readiness indicator Rear warning display Vehicles with PARKTRONIC if PARKTRONIC is operational Y page 225 an additional operational readiness indicator will appear in COMAND display If the PARKTRONI...

Page 236: ...page 232 The lane and the guide lines are shown X Drive past the parking space and bring the vehicle to a standstill X While the vehicle is at a standstill turn the steering wheel in the direction of...

Page 237: ...pecifications Otherwise you could dam age the trailer and vehicle Vehicle center point on the yellow guide line at a distance of approximately 3 ft 1 0 m from the rear of the vehicle Trailer drawbar B...

Page 238: ...l view Rtop view and forward view images from the exterior mirror cameras front wheel view i The top view and trailer view are available for vehicles equipped with a trailer tow hitch When the functio...

Page 239: ...ith the image from the rear view camera Activating the 360 camera with COMAND X Press the W button see the separate COMAND operating instructions X Select System by turning cVd the COMAND controller a...

Page 240: ...idth including the exterior mirrors for current steering wheel angle dynamic Yellow lane marking tires at current steer ing wheel angle dynamic A Yellow guide line at a distance of approx imately 3 ft...

Page 241: ...to the vehicle behind you i This setting can also be selected as an enlarged front view Top view with images from the exterior mirror cameras Symbol for the setting with the top view and forward view...

Page 242: ...in the range between 50 mph 80 km h and 112 mph 180 km h If ATTENTION ASSIST detects typical indicators of fatigue or increasing lapses in concentra tion on the part of the driver it suggests you take...

Page 243: ...light and displays a monochrome image in COMAND The image displayed in COMAND corresponds to a road lit up by high beam headlamps This enables you to see the road s course and any obstacles in good t...

Page 244: ...when the vehicle is being driven at speeds of approximately 6 mph 10 km h This means that you do not have the full visual range while the vehicle is stationary and cannot check whether Night View Assi...

Page 245: ...p or dirty on the inside or outside the Night View Assist Plus display is affected X To defrost check the automatic air condi tioning settings Y page 158 and fold down the camera cover Y page 382 X To...

Page 246: ...wo lateral rear facing radar sen sors A warning display in the exterior mirrors draws your attention to vehicles detected in the monitored area If you then switch on the corresponding turn signal to c...

Page 247: ...due to fog heavy rain or snow Rnarrow vehicles e g motorcycles or bicy cles Rthe road has very wide lanes Rthe road has narrow lanes Ryou are not driving in the middle of the lane Rthere are barriers...

Page 248: ...rn signal remains on detected vehicles are indicated by the flashing of red warning lamp There are no further warning tones Switching on Blind Spot Assist X Make sure that Blind Spot Assist is activa...

Page 249: ...r lane The Lane Keeping Assist does not keep the vehicle in the lane The system may be impaired or may not func tion if Rthere is poor visibility e g due to insuffi cient illumination of the road or d...

Page 250: ...nal to change lanes you will also receive a visual and audible collision warning If a risk of lateral collision is detec ted corrective braking may help you avoid a collision Before a course correctin...

Page 251: ...not detect all traffic situations and road users There is a risk of an accident Always make sure that there is sufficient dis tance on the side for other traffic or obstacles Active Blind Spot Assist...

Page 252: ...ring range you receive a visual and acoustic collision warning You then hear a double warning tone and red warning lamp flashes If the turn signal remains on detec ted vehicles are indicated by the fl...

Page 253: ...activated The indicator lamp lights up yellow in the exterior mirrors and the Active Blind Spot Assist Currently Unavail able See Operator s Manual message appears in the multifunction display Active...

Page 254: ...re broken lane markings Warning vibration in the steering wheel A warning may be given if a front wheel passes over a lane marking It will warn you by means of intermittent vibration in the steer ing...

Page 255: ...f road program is activated vehicles without the ON OFFROAD package Roff road program 1 or 2 is activated vehi cles with the ON OFFROAD package Rthe LOW RANGE off road gear is activated vehicles with...

Page 256: ...ff road programs when driving off road Y page 258 The following program messages remain in the multifunction display until the corre sponding vehicle level has been set Up to off road level 2 you can...

Page 257: ...ects 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 accel erate RThe sporty stee...

Page 258: ...tic transmission selects the automatic drive program for a comforta ble driving style that provides for opti mum fuel consumption changing gear at optimum points RWhile pulling away the differential l...

Page 259: ...ation the road surface and the differ ence between driving speed and the set speed If you fail to adapt your driving style DSR can neither reduce the risk of accident nor over ride the laws of physics...

Page 260: ...kage General notes The off road programs assist you in driving off road The engine s performance charac teristics and the gearshifting characteristics of the automatic transmission are adapted for thi...

Page 261: ...h Select off road program 2 for rough terrain e g for steep and or rough terrain or driving on rocky terrain i Your vehicle has an automatically activa ted differential lock for the transfer case It...

Page 262: ...and the gearshifting charac teristics of the automatic transmission are adapted for this purpose Further information about Driving off road Y page 198 You will find information about driving safety sy...

Page 263: ...s complete indica tor lamp goes out In the multifunction display the LOW RANGE Off message appears and status indicator goes out While indicator lamp is flashing you can cancel the gear change by pres...

Page 264: ...also sounds 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 other...

Page 265: ...he vehicle trailer combination begins to lurch you could lose control of it The vehi cle trailer combination could even rollover There is a risk of an accident On no account should you attempt to stra...

Page 266: ...talling dimensions and loads under Technical data Y page 457 Driving tips Observe the information on ESP trailer sta bilization Y page 75 and on pulling away with a trailer Y page 168 The maximum perm...

Page 267: ...re every journey ensure that the ball coupling is secured with the bolt and the corresponding spring cotter G WARNING If the ball coupling is not installed correctly or not secured with the bolt provi...

Page 268: ...nces the ball coupling must not be used for trailer towing If the ball coupling cannot be locked and the key cannot be removed remove the ball cou pling and clean it If the ball coupling can still not...

Page 269: ...trailer The chains should be cross wound underthetrailer drawbar Theymust be fastened to the vehicle s trailer cou pling not to the bumper or the axle Leave enough play in the chains to make tight cor...

Page 270: ...temperature increases dra matically while the air conditioning system is switched on switch off the air condition ing system Coolant heat can also be dissipated by opening the windows and switching th...

Page 271: ...he vehicle i Mercedes Benz recommends a trailer load where the trailer drawbar noseweight accounts for 8 to 15 of the trailer s per missible gross weight i The weight of additional accessories pas sen...

Page 272: ...trailer s permanent power supply is switched off in the event of low vehicle supply voltage and after six hours at the latest A qualified specialist workshop can provide more information about instal...

Page 273: ...information 272 Important safety notes 272 Displays and operation 272 Menus and submenus 275 Display messages 290 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 324 271 On board computer and di...

Page 274: ...ately If the operating safety of your vehicle is impaired pull over as soon as it is safe to do so Contact a qualified specialist workshop The on board computer only shows messages or warnings from ce...

Page 275: ...a risk of injury Let an overheated engine cool down before opening the hood If there is a fire in the engine compartment keep the hood closed and contact the fire department A display message is show...

Page 276: ...lected number RIn the Audio menu stops the station search function at the desired station Right control panel RRejects or ends a call RExits the telephone book redial memory 6 RMakes or accepts a call...

Page 277: ...age 227 CRUISE Cruise control Y page 202 LOW RANGE LOW RANGE off road gear Y page 259 _ Adaptive Highbeam Assist Y page 134 ECO start stop function Y page 169 HOLD function Y page 217 DSR Downhill spe...

Page 278: ...eset if the value exceeds 9 999 hours or 99 999 miles ECO display The ECO display is not available for Mercedes AMG vehicles X Press the or buttonon thesteer ing wheel to select the Trip menu X Press...

Page 279: ...s RTrip odometer R From Start trip computer R From Reset trip computer RECO display i If you reset the values in the ECO display the values in the From start trip computer are also reset If you reset...

Page 280: ...or the next change of direc tion if the digital map supports this data Dur ing the change of direction new lanes may be added Lane not recommended you will not be able to complete the next change of d...

Page 281: ...apid scrolling press and hold the 9 or button until the desired track has been reached If you press and hold 9 or the rapid scrolling speed is increased Not all audio drives or data carriers support t...

Page 282: ...You can end or reject a call even if you are not in the Tel menu X Press the button on the steering wheel to reject or end a call Selecting an entry from the telephone book X Press the or button on t...

Page 283: ...ing wheel to select the Assist menu X Press 9 or to select Assistance graphic X Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel The multifunction display shows the DISTRONIC PLUS distance display in the a...

Page 284: ...ivated the symbol appears in the multifunc tion display in the assistance graphics dis play For further information about ATTENTION ASSIST see Y page 240 Activating deactivating Blind Spot Assist X Pr...

Page 285: ...n the steer ing wheel to select the Sett menu X Press the or 9 button to select the Instrument Cluster submenu X Press a to confirm X Press the or 9 button to select the Display Unit Speed Odometer fu...

Page 286: ...ambient lighting color X Press the or buttonon thesteer ing wheel to select the Settings menu X Press the or 9 button to select the Lights submenu X Press a to confirm X Press the or 9 button to selec...

Page 287: ...on display X Press the a button to save the setting Vehicle submenu Activating deactivating the automatic door locking mechanism If you activate the Automatic Door Lock function the vehicle is central...

Page 288: ...ustment function is activa ted the vehicle seat belt is shown in orange in the multifunction display X Press the a button to save the setting For further information on belt adjustment see Y page 49 S...

Page 289: ...lect the AMG menu Upshift indicator upshift indicator UP indicates that the engine has reached the overrevving range when in the manual drive program Engine transmission oil temperature when the engin...

Page 290: ...X Press a to confirm The intermediate time is displayed for five seconds Starting a new lap RACETIMER Fastest lap time best lap Lap X Press a to confirm New Lap i It is possible to store a maximum of...

Page 291: ...speed This function is shown if you have stored at least one lap and stopped the RACETIMER X Press or on the steering wheel to select the AMG menu X Press the 9 button repeatedly until the overall eva...

Page 292: ...e shown in red in the multifunction display Some high pri ority display messages cannot be hidden The multifunction display shows these messages continuously until the causes for the mes sages have be...

Page 293: ...d braking characteristics may be severely affec ted The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase If ESP is not operational ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle There is an inc...

Page 294: ...ble due to a malfunction COLLISION PREVENTION 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 m...

Page 295: ...qualified specialist workshop T Inoperative See Operator s Manual EBD electronic brake force distribution ABS ESP ESP trailer stabilization BAS PRE SAFE the HOLD function hill start assist Crosswind A...

Page 296: ...nly or Canada only indicator lamp flashes and a warning tone sounds You are using the electric parking brake for emergency braking Y page 190 F USA only Canada only Parking Brake See Operator s Manual...

Page 297: ...ls towards the curb X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The yellow warning lamp lights up The red F USA only or Canada only indicator lamp flashes for about ten sec onds after the electric parki...

Page 298: ...rking brake is malfunctioning e g because of over voltage or undervoltage X Remove the cause for the overvoltage or undervoltage e g by charging the battery or restarting the engine X Engage or releas...

Page 299: ...any circumstances X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 189 X Consult a qualified specialist workshop X Do not add brake fluid This does not correct the malfunction Check brake pad wear Th...

Page 300: ...ture range Rthe on board voltage is too low When the causes stated above no longer apply the display mes sage disappears Adaptive Brake Assist or the PRE SAFE Brake is operative again If the display m...

Page 301: ...ms are operative 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 traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle agains...

Page 302: ...e event of an accident may not be triggered There is an increased risk of injury X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 6 Rear Center Mal function Service Required The restraint system has malfunctio...

Page 303: ...PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp in the center console and the multifunction display and check the fol lowing Seat unoccupied and ignition switched on Rthe PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp mus...

Page 304: ...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 is X Keep the...

Page 305: ...ft Corner ing Light or Check Right Cornering Light The left or right hand cornering light is defective X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Left Low Beam or Check Right Low Beam The left or...

Page 306: ...orkshop b Left brake lamp or Right brake lamp The left or right hand brake lamp is defective X Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Y page 137 or X Visit a qualified specialist...

Page 307: ...p is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Left Daytime Running Light or Check Right Day time Running Light The left or right hand daytime running lamp is faulty X Visit a qualified s...

Page 308: ...essage is dis played Adaptive Highbeam Assist is operational again Adaptive Highbeam Assist Inoperative Adaptive Highbeam Assist is faulty X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Engine Display messag...

Page 309: ...slush or ice X Do not start the engine again until the display message goes out and the coolant temperature is below 248 120 Other wise the engine could be damaged X Pay attention to the coolant tempe...

Page 310: ...refueling at the latest Y page 371 X If necessary add engine oil Y page 372 X Have the engine checked at a qualified specialist workshop if you need to add engine oil more often than usual Information...

Page 311: ...too low The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking X Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed If the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed X Close the fuel...

Page 312: ...ntion Assist Take a Break Based on certain criteria ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or a lack of concentration on the part of the driver A warning tone also sounds X If necessary take a break Du...

Page 313: ...X Have the system checked at a qualified specialist workshop Max speed 12 mph You are exceeding the speed permissible for the selected off road level In addition the vehicle level display appears bet...

Page 314: ...off road level 2 The display message informs you of the maximum speed per missible for off road level 3 X Do not exceed 12 mph 20 km h until the vehicle has reached off road level 2 8 Different lock...

Page 315: ...um speed for the gearshift process X Drive more slowly The gear change is made LOW RANGE Shift to position N briefly You have reduced the vehicle speed but the automatic transmis sion is not in positi...

Page 316: ...ing Assist inopera tiveorActive Lane Keeping Assist inoperative Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist is defective X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Blind Spot Assist Currently Unava...

Page 317: ...closed You have inadvertently touched the multifunction steering wheel while steering intervention was active X While steering intervention is active make sure that the multi function steering wheel i...

Page 318: ...the on board voltage is too low A warning tone also sounds When the causes stated above no longer apply the display mes sage disappears DISTRONIC PLUS is operational again If the display message does...

Page 319: ...workshop Cruise control mph A condition for activating cruise control has not been fulfilled You have tried to store a speed below 20 mph 30 km h for example X If conditions permit drive faster than...

Page 320: ...ure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 189 X Check the tires and if necessary follow the instructions for a flat tire Y page 387 X Check the tire pressures and if necessary correct the tire pres...

Page 321: ...age 189 X Check the tires and if necessary follow the instructions for a flat tire Y page 387 X Check the tire pressure Y page 412 X If necessary correct the tire pressure Warning Tire Mal function Th...

Page 322: ...re pressure monitor is deactivated X Mount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors The tire pressure monitor is activated automatically after driving for a few minutes Tire Press Moni tor Inoperati...

Page 323: ...A warning tone also sounds If transmission position D is selected X Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the transmission from position D If transmission position R N or P is sele...

Page 324: ...cked or 3rd seat row right Not locked The third row of seats is not engaged on the left hand or right hand side X Fold back the third row of seats until it engages Power steering Mal function See Oper...

Page 325: ...from Ignition The SmartKey is in the ignition lock X Remove the SmartKey Obtain a New Key The SmartKey needs to be replaced X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Replace Key Battery The SmartKey ba...

Page 326: ...s X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 189 X Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock and bring into key mode Remove Start But ton and Insert Key RThe SmartKey detection function has a t...

Page 327: ...arning 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 red seat belt warn i...

Page 328: ...ult a qualified specialist workshop X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir G WARNING The braking effect may...

Page 329: ...rake system continues to function normally but without the functions listed above The wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard for example The steerability and braking characteristics may be seve...

Page 330: ...nt G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally but without the functions listed above The front and rear wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard for example The steerability and br...

Page 331: ...nt cluster ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated G WARNING The brake system continues to function normally but without the functions listed above The front and rear wheels could therefore lock if you brake...

Page 332: ...nce in an emergency braking situation can increase If ESP is not operational ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident X Observe the additional disp...

Page 333: ...list workshop The yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamps are lit while the engine is running ESP BAS BAS PLUS COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST ESP trailerstabilization PRE SAFE PRE SAFE Brake theHOLDfunc tio...

Page 334: ...without the functions 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...

Page 335: ...g The restraint system is faulty G WARNING The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be trig gered unintentionally or in the event of an accident may not be triggered There is an increas...

Page 336: ...ch you are currently driving Vehicles with a diesel engine the fuel tank has been run dry Y page 185 X Start the engine three to four times after refueling If the yellow Check Engine warning lamp goes...

Page 337: ...nt 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 t...

Page 338: ...If you have to add coolant frequently have the engine cooling 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 engine a...

Page 339: ...to the nearest qualified specialist workshop X Avoid subjecting the engine to heavy loads e g driving in moun tainous terrain and stop and go traffic Driving systems Problem Possible causes consequen...

Page 340: ...raking maneuvers Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 189 X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display X Chec...

Page 341: ...Useful information 340 Stowage areas 340 Features 349 339 Stowage and features...

Page 342: ...areful around the exhaust tail pipe and the tail pipe trim Allow these components to cool down before touch ing them The gross vehicle weight GVW is the vehicle weight including fuel vehicle tool kit...

Page 343: ...hat objects do not pro trude from stowage spaces parcel nets or stowage nets RClose the lockable stowage spaces while driving RStow and secure objects that are heavy hard pointy sharp edged fragile or...

Page 344: ...ored Eyeglasses compartment X To open press marking The eyeglasses compartment opens down X To close press marking again and the eyeglasses compartment moves up and engages Make sure that the eyeglass...

Page 345: ...et in front passenger footwell Stowage net on the back of the front seats Stowage net in cargo compartment Observe the loading guidelines Y page 340 and the safety notes regarding stowage spaces Y pag...

Page 346: ...engaged in position Release and fold the seat cushion upwards before folding the rear bench seat forward Otherwise the backrests may be damaged When the backrest is folded forwards the front seats can...

Page 347: ...secure a load with the Top Tether anchorages the Top Tether anchorages could be pulled out during braking abrupt changes in direction or in the event of an accident The load could slip tip over or be...

Page 348: ...safety notes G WARNING On its own the cargo compartment cover cannot secure or restrain heavy objects items of luggage and heavy loads You could be hit by an unsecured load during sudden changes in di...

Page 349: ...en objects could be flung around thus striking vehicle occupants There is a risk of injury particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction Always close the cargo compartmen...

Page 350: ...ceed the maximum roof load and adjust your driving style Mercedes Benz recommends that you only use roof carriers that have been tested and approved for Mercedes Benz vehicles This helps to prevent da...

Page 351: ...s strong and direct sunlight The passenger compartment in the area of the center con sole can otherwise be damaged by the con centrated and reflected sunlight Do not keep the KEYLESS GO key in the tem...

Page 352: ...holder metal insert Do not use hard or sharp objects to clean the cup holder Use only a soft cloth to clean it Cup holder in the rear seat armrest Do not sit on or support your body weight on the rear...

Page 353: ...usly The roller sunblind can jump out of the retainers and spring back suddenly when driving at high speeds e g when driving on the freeway This could damage the inertia reel Therefore either close th...

Page 354: ...t slides out slightly to the right X Lift insert up and out X To re install the insert place insert into the holder and press down on the right until it engages Cigarette lighter G WARNING You can bur...

Page 355: ...ude such items as chargers for mobile phones If you use the sockets for long periods when the engine is switched off the battery may discharge i An emergency cut out ensures that the on board voltage...

Page 356: ...devices to the power socket Note that work and repairs on the 115 V power socket should only be carried out by qualified specialist personnel General notes The 115 V power socket provides an alter nat...

Page 357: ...Ensure that you do not pull on the cord Features 355 Stowage and features Z...

Page 358: ...have a license agreement to acti vate the mbrace service Make sure that your system is activated and operational To log in press the MB Info call button If any of the steps mentioned are not carried...

Page 359: ...have to be summoned by other means Have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center or contact the following service hotlines RUSA Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1...

Page 360: ...rmation on the emergency RIf there is no response from the vehicle occupants an ambulance is immediately sent to the vehicle If no voice connection can be established to the Mercedes Benz Customer Ass...

Page 361: ...ssistance Center either sends a qualified Mercedes Benz technician or makes arrangements for your vehicle to be transported to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center You may be charged for servic...

Page 362: ...on COMAND Call priority When service calls are active e g Roadside Assistance or MB Info calls an emergency call can still be initiated In this case an emer gency call will take priority and override...

Page 363: ...r a desti nation address into the entry field X To send the destination address to the e mail address of your mbrace account click on the corresponding button on the website i Example If you select Se...

Page 364: ...ely locked within four days of the ignition being turned off After this time remote closing may be delayed by 15 to 60 minutes After 30 days the vehicle can no longer be locked remotely X Contact the...

Page 365: ...fer vehicle diagnostics data Voice connection may be interrupted dur ing data transfer message appears The vehicle data can now be sent to the Customer Assistance center X Press OK to confirm the mes...

Page 366: ...ed call The area can be determined as either a circle or a polygon with a maximum of ten corners You can specify up to ten areas simultane ously Different settings are possible for each area USA only...

Page 367: ...he engine running in enclosed spaces with out sufficient ventilation Programing Programming buttons Pay attention to the Important safety notes Y page 365 Garage door remote control A is not inclu ded...

Page 368: ...your vehicle nor any persons objects are present within the sweep of the door or gate X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni tion lock Y page 165 X Get out of the vehicle X Press the programmin...

Page 369: ...es and angles from the button which you are programming Try var ious angles at a distance between 2and 12 inches 5to 30 cm or at the same angle but at varying distances RIf another remote controlis av...

Page 370: ...ed There is a risk of an accident Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are stowed correctly and that they cannot enter the driver s footwell Install the floormats securely and as specified in ord...

Page 371: ...Useful information 370 Engine compartment 370 ASSYST PLUS 374 Care 375 369 Maintenance and care...

Page 372: ...ment keep the hood closed and contact the fire department G WARNING The engine compartment contains moving components Certain components such as the radiator fan may continue to run or start again sud...

Page 373: ...e required by law and must be accurate at all times Engine oil General notes Depending on your driving style the vehicle consumes up to 0 9 US qt 0 8 liters of oil per 600 miles 1 000 km The oil consu...

Page 374: ...ot spilled next to the filler neck Let the engine cool down and thoroughly clean the engine oil off the com ponents before starting the engine H Environmental note When adding oil take care not to spi...

Page 375: ...the cap Wear eye and hand protection when opening the cap Open the cap slowly half a turn to allow pressure to escape X Park the vehicle on a level surface Only check the coolant level when the vehi c...

Page 376: ...next service due date Information on the type of service and service intervals see the separate Maintenance Booklet You can obtain further information from an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or at htt...

Page 377: ...pecified maintenance interval takes only the normal operation of the vehicle into account Under arduous operating conditions or increased load on the vehicle mainte nance work must be carried out more...

Page 378: ...ons of the vehicle In particular make sure that Rthere is enough ground clearance between the vehicle underbody and the guide rails of the automatic car wash Rthe clearance width of the automatic car...

Page 379: ...ed by residue on the wind shield Washing by hand In some countries washing by hand is only allowed at specially equipped washing bays Observe the legal requirements in all coun tries concerned X Do no...

Page 380: ...ll the paint cleaner recommended and approved by Mercedes Benz should be used Do not use these care products in the sun or on the hood while the hood is hot X Use a suitable touch up stick e g MB Touc...

Page 381: ...ows with hard objects e g an ice scraper or ring There is otherwise a risk of damaging the windows Clean the water drainage channels of the windshield and the rear window at regular intervals Deposits...

Page 382: ...running board with alkaline or acidic cleaners such as wheel cleaner Do not use acidic wheel cleaners to remove brake dust The aluminum inserts could other wise be damaged Cleaning the sensors If you...

Page 383: ...ase in an environmentally responsible manner Do not clean the ball coupling with a power washer Do not use solvents Please note the care instructions in the trailer coupling manufacturer s operating i...

Page 384: ...ing agents to clean the cockpit Do not affix the following to plastic surfa ces Rstickers Rfilms Rscented oil bottles or similar items You can otherwise damage the plastic Do not allow cosmetics insec...

Page 385: ...n these from a quali fied specialist workshop Leather is a natural product It exhibits natural surface characteristics for example Rdifferences in the texture Rmarks caused by growth and injury Rsligh...

Page 386: ...headliner and carpets X Headliner if it is very dirty use a soft brush or dry shampoo X Carpets use the carpet and textile clean ing agents recommended and approved by Mercedes Benz 384 Care Maintena...

Page 387: ...Useful information 386 Where will I find 386 Flat tire 387 Battery vehicle 391 Jump starting 395 Towing and tow starting 397 Fuses 400 385 Breakdown assistance...

Page 388: ...s the vehicles are not equipped with a tire change tool kit Some tools for chang ing a wheel are specific to the vehicle For more information on which tools are required to perform a wheel change on y...

Page 389: ...that the passengers are not endangered as they do so Make sure that no one is near the danger area while a wheel is being changed Anyone who is not directly assisting in the wheel change should for ex...

Page 390: ...ended that you additionally equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you mount tires that do not feature run flat properties e g winter tires A TIREFIT kit may be obtained from a quali fied specialist...

Page 391: ...seek medical attention immediately Do not operate the tire inflation compres sor for longer than eight minutes at a time without a break It may otherwise overheat The tire inflation compressor can be...

Page 392: ...th perchloroethylene at a dry cleaner as soon as possible Tire pressure not reached If a pressure of 180 kPa 1 8 bar 26 psi has not been attained after five minutes X Switch off the tire inflation com...

Page 393: ...orkshop i In cases such as the one mentioned above contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Or call 1 800 FOR MERCedes in the USA or 1 800 387 0100 in Can ada X Correct the tire pressure if it is st...

Page 394: ...g the battery as well as when jump starting Always make sure that neither you nor the battery is electrostatically charged A build up of electrostatic charge can be caused for example Rby wearing clot...

Page 395: ...P after disconnecting the battery The vehi cle is secured against rolling away You can then no longer move the vehicle The battery and the cover of the positive terminal clamp must be installed secur...

Page 396: ...mpera tures below freezing point When jump start ing the vehicle or charging the battery gases can escape from the battery There is a risk of an explosion Allow the frozen battery to thaw out before c...

Page 397: ...It is important that you observe the described order of the battery terminals when connecting and disconnecting a battery RWhen jump starting make sure that the battery poles with identical polarity a...

Page 398: ...eave the battery that is being used to jump start connected for a few minutes before attempting to start This charges the battery slightly RMake sure that the two vehicles do not touch Make sure that...

Page 399: ...kshop Towing and tow starting Important safety notes G WARNING Functions relevant to safety are restricted or no longer available if Rthe engine is not running Rthe brake system or the power steering...

Page 400: ...door are opened which could lead to damage to the transmission Do not tow with sling type equipment This could damage the vehicle Vehicles with differential locks make sure the differential locks are...

Page 401: ...ion 0 X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni tion lock On vehicles with KEYLESS GO use the SmartKey instead of the Start Stop button Y page 165 X Depress and hold the brake pedal X Shift the au...

Page 402: ...ear bench seat only use fuses with the suffix S Otherwise components or systems could be dam aged The fuses in your vehicle serve to close down faulty circuits If a fuse blows all the compo nents on t...

Page 403: ...ield wipers and the ignition before opening the hood 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 correctly on the fuse bo...

Page 404: ...cover up in the direction of 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 cov...

Page 405: ...ant safety notes 404 Operation 404 Winter operation 406 Tire pressure 408 Loading the vehicle 416 All about wheels and tires 419 Changing a wheel 427 Wheel and tire combinations 432 Emergency spare wh...

Page 406: ...nformation and warn ing notices on MOExtended tires tires with run flat characteristics Accessories that are not approved for your vehicle by Mercedes Benz or that are not being used correctly can imp...

Page 407: ...edes Benz for your vehicle Do not use any other valve caps or systems e g tire pressure monitoring systems Regularly check the pressure of all the tires particularly prior to long trips Adjust the tir...

Page 408: ...equipped with MOExtended tires are not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory It is therefore recommended that you additionally equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you mount tires that do no...

Page 409: ...aged Vehicles with Adaptive Damping Sys tem ADS do not use the sports mode if you have installed snow chains The vehicle may otherwise be damaged On some tire sizes there is not enough space for snow...

Page 410: ...r your vehicle can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard and tire pres sure table on the vehicle General notes The recommended tire pressures for the tires mounted at the factory can be...

Page 411: ...n increased load and or Rif you want to drive at higher road speeds i The tire pressures for increased loads and or higher road speeds shown in the tire pressure table may have a negative effect on dr...

Page 412: ...cold tires The tire pressure would otherwise be too low Observe the recommended tire pressures for cold tires Ron the Tire and Loading Information placard on the B pillar on the driver s side Rintheti...

Page 413: ...o so press down the metal pin in the valve using the tip of a pen for example Then check the tire pressure again using the tire pressure checker X Screw the valve cap onto the valve X Repeat these ste...

Page 414: ...ncorrect values will be monitored X Also observe the notes in the section on tire pressures Y page 408 X Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock Y page 165 X Press the or but...

Page 415: ...pressure telltale USA only Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate if the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the...

Page 416: ...y the on board computer In this case do not reduce the tire pressures The operation of the tire pressure monitor can be affected by interference from radio trans mitting equipment e g radio headphones...

Page 417: ...g Information placard on the driver s side B pillar Y page 408 Additional tire pressure values for different loads can also be found on the tire pressure table on the inside of the fuel filler flap Y...

Page 418: ...plate informs you of the gross vehicle weight rating It is made up of the vehicle weight all vehicle occu pants the fuel and the cargo You can also find information about the maximum gross axle weight...

Page 419: ...ursuant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 X Step 1 Locate the statement The com bined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s T...

Page 420: ...trailer Y page 264 Step 1 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Combined maximum weight of occupants and cargo data from the Tire and Loading Information placard 1500 lbs 680 kg 1500 lbs 680 kg 1500 lbs 680...

Page 421: ...ght and maximum gross axle weight rating have your loaded vehicle including driver occupants cargo and full trailer load if applicable weighed on a suitable vehicle weighbridge Trailer load noseweight...

Page 422: ...vered or icy road is always lower than on dry road surfa ces You should pay special attention to road con ditions when temperatures are around freez ing point Mercedes Benz recommends a minimum tread...

Page 423: ...load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in Tire code Rim diameter A Load bearing index B Speed rating General depending on the manufacturer s standards...

Page 424: ...he speed limits Drive carefully and adapt your driving style to the traffic condi tions Summer tires Index Speed rating Q up to 100 mph 160 km h R up to 106 mph 170 km h Index Speed rating S up to 112...

Page 425: ...electronic speed limiter permits Make sure that your tires have the required speed rating e g when buying new tires The required speed rating for your vehicle can be found in the Tires section Y page...

Page 426: ...For further information about retreaded tires see Y page 432 Tire size identifier describes the tire size Tire type code tire type code can be used by the manufacturer as a code to describe specific...

Page 427: ...e gross axle weight rating can be found on the vehicle identification plate on the B pillar on the driver s side Speed rating The speed rating is part of the tire identifica tion It specifies the spee...

Page 428: ...t least three hours and Rif the vehicle has not been driven further than 1 mile 1 6 km Tread The part of the tire that comes into contact with the road Bead The tire bead ensures that the tire sits se...

Page 429: ...his could damage the elec tronic components Only have tires changed at a qualified spe cialist workshop Always observe the instructions and safety notes in the Mounting a wheel section Y page 428 The...

Page 430: ...he Start Stop button from the ignition lock Y page 165 X If included in the vehicle equipment remove the tire change tool kit from the vehicle X Safeguard the vehicle against rolling away i Apart from...

Page 431: ...le RTo raise the vehicle only use the vehicle specific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes Benz If used incor rectly the jack could tip over with the vehi cle raised RThe jack is design...

Page 432: ...ended opening on the jacking point X Make sure the foot of the jack is directly beneath the jacking point X Turn ratchet wrench until jack sits completely on jacking point and the base of the jack lie...

Page 433: ...se wheel bolts that have been designed for the wheel and the vehicle For safety rea sons Mercedes Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes Benz vehicles and...

Page 434: ...tires featuring run flat characteristics RMO1 Mercedes Benz Original only cer tain AMG tires Mercedes Benz Original Extended tires may only be used on wheels that have been specifically approved by M...

Page 435: ...t at the factory It is therefore recommended that you addi tionally equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you mount tires that do not feature run flat properties e g winter tires A TIREFIT kit may...

Page 436: ...18 Tires Alloy wheels 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...

Page 437: ...2 44 in 62 mm R 20 Tires Alloy wheels BA 275 50 R 20 109 H M S3 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 Whee...

Page 438: ...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 wheels BA 265 55 R 19 109 H M Si BA 8...

Page 439: ...11 H M S3 BA 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 44 in 62 mm Winter tires R 19 Tires Alloy wheels BA 265 55 R 19 109 H M S i BA 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 44 in 62 mm R 20 Tires Alloy wheels BA 275 50 R 20...

Page 440: ...heel and tire dimensions as well as the tire type must be correct AMG vehicles with Minispare emer gency spare wheel use the Minispare emergency spare wheel only on the rear axle If you mount the Mini...

Page 441: ...un ted emergency spare wheel is not the same as the current tire pressure of the emer gency spare wheel Removing the emergencyspare wheel Vehicles with a Minispare emergency spare wheel under the carg...

Page 442: ...inispare emergency spare wheel X To stow the emergency spare wheel place the Minispare emergency spare wheel into the emergency spare wheel bag and close the emergency spare wheel bag X Place the emer...

Page 443: ...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 441 Wheels and tire...

Page 444: ...442...

Page 445: ...rmation regarding technical data 444 Vehicle electronics 444 Identification plates 446 Service products and filling capaci ties 447 Vehicle data 454 Vehicle data for off road driving 455 Trailer tow h...

Page 446: ...gnetic radiation from incor rectly operated RF transmitters can interfere with the vehicle electronics for example Rif the RF transmitter is not connected with an exterior antenna Rthe exterior antenn...

Page 447: ...enna posi tions must be approved by Mercedes Benz The maximum transmission output PEAK at the base of the antenna must not exceed the following values Waveband Maximum transmission output Short wave 3...

Page 448: ...ate is used only as an example This data is different for every vehicle and can deviate from the data shown here You can find the data applicable to your vehicle on the vehicle identification plate Ve...

Page 449: ...use products recommended by Mercedes Benz Damage which is caused by the use of products which have not been recommended is not covered by the Mercedes Benz warranty or goodwill ges tures They are lis...

Page 450: ...he fuel system and the engine Notify a quali fied specialist workshop and have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained completely Only refuel using unleaded premium grade gasoline with at least 91 AKI 95...

Page 451: ...ends that you use branded fuels that have additives The quality of the fuel available in some coun tries may not be sufficient Residue could build up in the injection system as a result In such cases...

Page 452: ...ith DEF and do not dilute DEF with water This may destroy the BlueTEC exhaust gas after treatment system Purity Impurities in DEF e g due to other ser vice products cleaning agents or dust lead to Rin...

Page 453: ...ditives Do not use any additives in the engine oil This could damage the engine Engine oil viscosity Viscosity describes the flow characteristics of a fluid If an engine oil has a high viscosity this...

Page 454: ...a suitable coolant mixture even in countries where high temperatures prevail Otherwise the engine cooling system is not sufficiently protected from corrosion and overheating i Have the coolant regular...

Page 455: ...part MB SummerFit to 100 parts water At temperatures below freezing X Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of water and washer fluid e g MB Winter Fit For the correct mixing ratio refer to...

Page 456: ...time of going to print Mercedes AMG vehicles Capacity Refrigerant PAG oil All other models Capacity Refrigerant 37 0 0 4 oz 1050 10 g PAG oil 3 9 0 4 oz 110 10 g Vehicle data General notes Please not...

Page 457: ...9 8 in 249 mm Minimum ground clear ance 7 4 in 188 mm Turning radius 40 8 ft 12 45 m Maximum roof load 220 lb 100 kg All other models Vehicle length 202 0 in 5130 mm Vehicle width including exterior...

Page 458: ...ff road level 1 28 23 Off road level 2 30 25 Off road level 3 33 27 Mercedes AMG vehicles Normal level in sport mode with AMG adaptive sport suspension system activated 19 19 Raised level 23 22 Vehicl...

Page 459: ...els have a tendency to spin 4ETS recognizes this and brakes the wheels accordingly The rear wheel torque is increased making it easier to drive off For further information about the maximum gradient c...

Page 460: ...ar noseweight the drawbar nose weight is not included in the trailer load 600 lbs 272 kg Permissible rear axle load when towing a trailer 3970 lbs 1800 kg GL 63 AMG 4MATIC Permissible trailer load unb...

Page 461: ...Ball position of the ball coupling When choosing a ball coupling the dimensions stated in the illustration must not be exceeded Trailer tow hitch 459 Technical data Z...

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