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Instrument cluster

Overview

Function

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Speedometer

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Multifunction display

158

Tachometer

156

Fuel filler flap location
indicator: the fuel filler cap
is to the rear on the right.

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Function

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Fuel gauge

Coolant temperature gauge

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Reset button

160

Instrument cluster

At a glance

Summary of Contents for G 550

Page 1: ...G Class Operator s Manual ...

Page 2: ...ttention to hazards that endanger your health or life or the health or life of others Warning notices draw your attention to hazards that could cause damage to your vehicle i This symbol indicates useful instructions or further information that could be helpful to you X This symbol designates an instruction you must follow X Several consecutive symbols indicate an instruction with several steps Y ...

Page 3: ...cedes Benz therefore reserves the right to introduce changes in the following areas Rdesign Requipment Rtechnical features Therefore you cannot base any claims on the illustrations or text content in this Operator s Manual The following are integral components of the vehicle ROperator s Manual RBrief Instructions1 RService Booklet REquipment dependent supplements Keep these documents in the vehicl...

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Page 5: ...ts steering wheel and mirrors 75 Lights and windshield wipers 89 Climate control 105 Driving and parking 115 On board computer and displays 155 Loading stowing and features 191 Maintenance and care 213 Roadside Assistance 227 Wheels and tires 245 Technical data 273 Contents 3 ...

Page 6: ...tlets Alarm system see ATA Anti lock Braking System see ABS Anti Theft Alarm system see ATA Anti theft system ATA Anti Theft Alarm system 59 Tow away alarm 60 Ashtray 198 ATA Anti Theft Alarm system Activating deactivating 59 Function 59 Switching off the alarm 59 AUTO lights Display message 172 Automatic car wash 221 Automatic transmission Driving tips 123 Emergency running mode 126 Important saf...

Page 7: ...ps 225 Washing by hand 222 Wheels 222 Windows 223 Wiper blades 223 Wooden trim 225 Cargo compartment enlargement 194 Cargo tie down rings 196 CD player CD changer Operating on board computer 161 Center console Overview 29 Central locking Automatic locking on board computer 165 SmartKey 62 Changing bulbs Headlamps 96 Changing gears 123 Checklist After driving off road 143 Before driving off road 14...

Page 8: ...unction notes 147 Cup holders 197 Customer Assistance Center CAC 20 Customer Relations Department 20 D Daytime running lamps Switching on off on board computer 164 Delayed switch off Exterior lighting on board computer 164 Interior lighting on board computer 165 Demisting the windshield 110 Differential locks 129 Digital speedometer 160 Display cleaning instructions 224 Display messages Calling up...

Page 9: ...SP Electronic Traction Support see 4ETS Emergency call see mbrace Emergency release Fuel filler flap 133 Vehicle 68 Emergency running mode Automatic transmission 126 Emergency tensioning device Function 49 Safety guidelines 35 Emissions purification Service and warranty information 17 Engine Display message 174 Irregular running 120 Starting problems 120 Starting the engine with the SmartKey 117 S...

Page 10: ...e box in the transmission tunnel 244 In the battery case 244 Notes 242 G Garage door opener Clearing the memory 211 Notes 208 Opening closing the garage door 210 Programming the remote control 209 Gear or selector lever cleaning guidelines 225 Genuine Mercedes Benz parts 274 Genuine wood trim and trim strips cleaning instructions 225 Glove box 193 Gradient climbing capability maximum 146 GTW Gross...

Page 11: ...ight function 94 Daytime running lamps 91 Display message 172 Driving abroad 90 Fog lamps 92 Hazard warning lamps 93 High beam headlamps 93 Light switch 90 Low beam headlamps 91 Rear fog lamp 92 Turn signals 93 Limited Warranty 21 Load anchorage 196 Loading guidelines 192 Locking Automatic 68 Emergency locking 68 From inside the vehicle central locking button 67 Low beam headlamp display message 1...

Page 12: ...ur seat 81 Multifunction display 158 Multifunction steering wheel 28 Operating the on board computer 157 N Navigation On board computer 162 see separate operating instructions NECK PRO head restraints Operation 42 Resetting after being triggered 43 Notes on breaking in a new vehicle 116 Notes on driving Gravel roads 144 O Occupant safety Children in the vehicle 49 System overview 34 Octane number ...

Page 13: ...Programming SmartKeys 63 Pulling away Automatic transmission 118 R Radio Changing stations on board computer 160 see separate operating instructions Range on board computer 167 Rear bench seat Folding forward 195 Rear compartment Setting the air vents 113 Rear door Display message 181 Opening closing 69 Rear fog lamp display message 173 Rear seat bench Folding into an upright position 195 Rear vie...

Page 14: ...witching the seat ventilation on off 82 Seat ventilation Indicator lamp Malfunction 83 Sensors cleaning instructions 224 Service indicator see Service interval display Service interval display 219 Displaying a service message on board computer 220 Service products Brake fluid 280 Capacities 277 Coolant engine 280 Engine oil 279 Fuel 277 Important safety notes 276 Notes 276 Refrigerant air conditio...

Page 15: ...3 Steering wheel heating 83 Storing settings memory function 88 Steering wheel heating Indicator lamp Malfunction 84 Stowage compartments Armrest under 193 Glove box 193 Stowage pockets 194 Stowage space Cup holders 197 Important safety information 193 Submenu on board computer Convenience 165 Vehicle 165 Summer opening see Convenience opening feature Summer tires 248 Sun visor 198 Supplemental Re...

Page 16: ...W Gross Vehicle Weight definition 267 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating definition 267 Increased vehicle weight due to optional equipment definition 267 Kilopascal kPa definition 268 Labeling overview 262 Load bearing index definition 269 Load index 265 Load index definition 268 Maximum loaded vehicle weight definition 267 Maximum load on a tire definition 268 Maximum permissible tire pressure defi...

Page 17: ...Function notes 149 Malfunction 152 Range of the sensors 150 Warning display 150 Unlocking Emergency unlocking 68 From inside the vehicle central unlocking button 67 V Vanity mirror Sun visor 198 Vehicle Data acquisition 21 Emergency unlocking 68 Equipment 17 Individual settings on board computer 162 Loading 256 Lowering 234 Maintenance 18 Parking up 135 Raising 233 Reporting problems 20 Towing awa...

Page 18: ... torque 234 Wheels and tires Important safety notes 246 Window curtain air bag Operation 39 Windows see Side windows Windows cleaning instructions 223 Windshield heater 110 Windshield heating see Windshield defroster Windshield washer system 218 Notes 281 Windshield wipers Important safety notes 101 Replacing the wiper blades 103 Switching on off 102 Troubleshooting 104 Winter Driving in winter 14...

Page 19: ... the vehicle or personal injury Vehicle damage resulting from the disregard of the instructions is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Vehicle equipment This manual describes all the standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator s Manual Country specific differences are possible Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped w...

Page 20: ...and Guarantee Booklet with you when bringing the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes Benz Center The customer service advisor will record every service for you in the Service and Guarantee Booklet Roadside Assistance The Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance Program offers technical help in the case of a breakdown Your calls to the toll free Roadside Assistance Hotline are answered by our agents 24 hour...

Page 21: ...It can go places and perform tasks for which conventional 2 wheel drive passenger cars are not intended This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from conventional passenger cars in driving conditions which may occur on streets highways and off road use This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than many passenger cars As with other vehicles of this type if ...

Page 22: ...s in this manual Rthe Technical data section in this manual Rtraffic rules and regulations Rlaws and safety standards pertaining to motor vehicles G Warning There are various warning stickers affixed to your vehicle Their purpose is to alert you and others to various dangers Therefore do not remove any warning stickers unless the sticker clearly states that you may do so If you remove any warning ...

Page 23: ... Damage to your vehicle that arises from culpable contraventions against these instructions are not covered either by Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty or by the New or Used Vehicle Warranty of Daimler AG Data stored in the vehicle Information about electronic data acquisition in the vehicle Including California Code Supplement 9951 Your vehicle records electronic data If your vehicle is equipped wit...

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Page 25: ...Exterior view 24 Cockpit 25 Instrument cluster 26 Multifunction steering wheel 28 Center console 29 Overhead control panel 30 Door control panel 31 23 At a glance ...

Page 26: ...nd closing the doors 62 D Exterior mirrors 85 Parking position 87 E Front lamps 98 Function Page F Hood 214 G Windshield wipers 101 Cleaning the wiper blades 223 Replacing the wiper blades 103 H Cleaning the windows 223 I Sliding sunroof 72 J Headlamp cleaning system 93 K Wheels and tires 246 Tire pressure monitor 253 L Brush guard 207 M Towing eyes 240 24 Exterior view At a glance ...

Page 27: ...r see the separate operating instructions C Ignition lock 117 D Glove box lock 193 E Glove box 193 Function Page F Center console 29 G Multifunction steering wheel 28 H On board diagnostics connection I Opens the hood 214 J Adjusts the steering wheel 83 Steering wheel heating K Light switch 90 L Adjusts the exterior mirrors 85 Cockpit 25 At a glance ...

Page 28: ...dometer Multifunction display 158 Tachometer 156 Fuel filler flap location indicator the fuel filler cap is to the rear on the right 131 Function Page A Fuel gauge B Coolant temperature gauge 156 C Reset button 160 26 Instrument cluster At a glance ...

Page 29: ...urn signal 93 A ABS 185 B Seat belt 184 C SRS 187 D Engine diagnostics Canada only 188 Function Page E Engine diagnostics USA only 188 F Reserve fuel 188 G High beam headlamps 93 H Tire pressure monitor 189 I Brakes USA only 183 J Brakes Canada only 183 Instrument cluster 27 At a glance ...

Page 30: ... operating instructions WX Selects submenus in the Settings menu 162 Changes values Adjusts the volume Function Page 6 Makes accepts or rejects ends a call 167 A VU Selects a menu scrolls back and forth 159 B Scrolls back and forth within a menu 159 28 Multifunction steering wheel At a glance ...

Page 31: ...tem ATA 60 Tow away alarm 60 D Seat ventilation 82 E Hazard warning lamps 93 F PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 39 Function Page G COMAND see separate operating instructions H Dual zone automatic climate control 107 I Ashtray 198 Cigarette lighter 199 J Stowage tray K Automatic transmission selector lever 122 L Transfer case switch 126 M Parking brake 135 Center console 29 At a glance ...

Page 32: ...witch to control the interior lighting 94 Function Page B Rear view mirror 85 C Transmitter buttons for the garage door opener 208 D Indicator lamp for the garage door opener 208 E Microphone for mbrace emergency call system 3 telephone and Voice Control System4 F To switch the left hand reading lamp on off 95 3 The system is called TELE AID in Canada 4 See the separate operating instructions 30 O...

Page 33: ...e windows 71 Activates deactivates the override feature for the side windows in the rear compartment 54 Adjusts the seat electrically 78 Opens the door 67 Stores settings for the seat exterior mirrors and steering wheel 88 Door control panel 31 At a glance ...

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Page 35: ...Vehicle equipment 34 Occupant safety 34 Children in the vehicle 49 Panic alarm 54 Driving safety systems 55 Anti theft systems 59 33 Safety ...

Page 36: ... functioning as intended Air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices ETDs for example could deploy inadvertently or fail to deploy in accidents although the deceleration threshold for air bag deployment is exceeded Therefore never modify the restraint systems Do not tamper with electronic components or their software i See Children in the vehicle Y page 49 for further information on infants and child...

Page 37: ...r the environment Check your national disposal guidelines California residents see www dtsc ca gov HazardousWaste Perchlorate index cfm RAir bags and ETDs are designed to function on a one time only basis An air bag or ETD that has deployed must be replaced RDo not pass seat belts over sharp edges They could tear RDo not make any modification that could change the effectiveness of the seat belts R...

Page 38: ...tant for the driver and front passenger to always be in a properly seated position and to wear their respective seat belt For maximum protection in the event of a collision always be in normal seated position with your back against the seat backrest Fasten your seat belt and make sure it is properly positioned on your body Since the air bag inflates with considerable speed and force a proper seati...

Page 39: ...elines 1 Always sit as upright as possible wear the seat belt properly and for children 12 years old and under use an appropriately sized infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child 2 Always wear seat belts properly The air bags are only deployed if the air bag control unit detects the need for deployment Only in the event of such a situation...

Page 40: ...cupied Rthe 45 indicator lamp in the center console is not lit Y page 39 Rthe impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold The front passenger air bag is automatically enabled and disabled Both driver and passenger should always check whether the front passenger air bag is enabled or disabled The deployment of the driver s air bag does not mean that the front passenger air bag will also deploy If ...

Page 41: ... of seat belt use Rif the vehicle overturns and the system determines that window curtain air bag deployment can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt Rindependently of the front air bags Window curtain air bags will not deploy in impacts with deceleration rates which do not exceed the system s preset deployment thresholds for vehicle deceleration or acceleration You will t...

Page 42: ...uminated If the 4 indicator lamp goes out or remains out do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired A child in a rear facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates RIf you have to place a child in a forward facing child restraint on the front passenger seat move ...

Page 43: ...1 or 2 in the ignition lock The 45 indicator lamp goes out after approximately six seconds If the 45 indicator lamp does not light up or is always lit then the system is malfunctioning Have the BabySmart system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center before transporting a child on the front passenger seat For further information see Problems with air bag deactivation system Y page 42 G Warni...

Page 44: ...s nothing between the seat cushion and the child restraint system X Check that the child restraint system is installed correctly X If the 45 indicator lamp does not light up have the BabySmart system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the air bag deactivation system has been repaired NECK PRO head restraints ...

Page 45: ...his could result in injuries i Resetting the NECK PRO head restraints requires a lot of strength If you have difficulty resetting the NECK PRO head restraints have this work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X Tilt the top of the NECK PRO head restraint cushion forwards in the direction of arrow X Push the NECK PRO head restraint cushion down in ...

Page 46: ...e been approved by Mercedes Benz Do not make any modifications to the seat belts This can lead to unintended activation of the ETDs or to their failure to activate when necessary Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection Have all work carried out only by qualified technicians Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz C...

Page 47: ...th feet on the floor in front of the seat RWhen using a seat belt to secure an infant restraint system child restraint system or a child on a booster seat always follow the child seat manufacturer s instructions G Warning Do not pass seat belts over sharp edges They could tear Do not allow the seat belt to get caught in the door or in the seat adjustment mechanism This could damage the seat belt N...

Page 48: ...ppropriate height Y page 47 X If necessary pull upwards on the shoulder section of the seat belt to tighten the belt across your body For more information about releasing the seat belt with release button see Releasing seat belts Y page 48 Three point seat belt in the rear center Bracket for seat belt tongues Belt buckle for fixed belt tongue Release button for fixed belt tongue Fixed belt tongue ...

Page 49: ... belt retractor All seat belts in the vehicle with the exception of the driver s are equipped with a special seat belt retractor to which a child restraint system can be secured For further information on special seat belt retractors see Y page 51 Belt height adjustment You can adjust the belt height on the driver s and front passenger seat as well as on the outer rear seats Adjust the height so t...

Page 50: ...f the driver or front passenger seat belt is not fastened when the engine is started an additional warning tone will sound This warning tone ceases after a maximum of six seconds or when the driver and front passenger have fastened their seat belts If after six seconds the driver or front passenger have not fastened their seat belts and the doors are closed Rthe 7 seat belt warning lamp remains il...

Page 51: ...on if the vehicle decelerates or accelerates rapidly in a longitudinal direction during the initial stages of the impact Rin certain situations if the vehicle overturns and the system determines that it can provide additional protection If the Emergency Tensioning Devices ETDs are triggered you will hear a bang and a small amount of smoke may also be released Only in rare cases will the bang affec...

Page 52: ...roperly secured in accordance with the manufacturer s installation instructions for the infant or child seat restraint system All infant and child seat restraint systems must comply with the US Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210 2 A statement by the child restraint manufacturer of compliance with these standards can be found o...

Page 53: ...is illuminated If the 4 indicator lamp goes out or remains out do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired A child in a rear facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates RIf you have to place a child in a forward facing child restraint on the front passenger seat...

Page 54: ...child restraint must travel in seats using normal seat belts Position shoulder belt across the chest and shoulder not face or neck In order to attain the correct seating position for children weighing over 41 lb 18 kg it may be necessary to use a booster seat until they reach a height where a normal lap shoulder seat belt lies properly across their bodies without the need for a booster seat Instal...

Page 55: ...hild restraint system secured with ISOFIX and the rear seat It helps reduce the risk of injury even further The Top Tether anchorage points are located on the trunk floor behind the rear bench seat X Remove the cargo compartment cover Y page 196 X Move the head restraint upwards X Install the ISOFIX child restraint system with Top Tether Comply with the manufacturer s installation instructions whe...

Page 56: ...ld proof lock lever down in the direction of arrow X Make sure that the child proof locks are working properly X To deactivate press the child proof lock lever up in the direction of arrow Override feature for the rear side windows G Warning Observe Important safety notes Y page 49 G Warning When children ride on the vehicle s rear seats activate the override switch Otherwise the children could be...

Page 57: ...ctronic Brake force Distribution Important safety notes G Warning The following factors increase the risk of accidents RExcessive speed especially in turns RWet and slippery road surfaces RFollowing another vehicle too closely The driving safety systems described in this section cannot reduce these risks or prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle They cannot increase braking...

Page 58: ...es out when the engine is running Braking If ABS intervenes when braking you will feel a pulsing in the brake pedal X If ABS intervenes continue to depress the brake pedal with force until the braking situation is over X To make a full brake application depress the brake pedal with full force The pulsating brake pedal can be an indication of hazardous road conditions and functions as a reminder to...

Page 59: ... G Warning Under no circumstances should you deactivate ESP when the ESP warning lamp in the instrument cluster flashes Proceed as follows Rwhen driving off apply as little throttle as possible Rwhile driving ease up on the accelerator pedal Radapt your speed to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions failure to observe these guidelines could cause the vehicle to skid ESP cannot prevent ac...

Page 60: ...begins to lurch or when a wheel spins When you deactivate ESP RESP no longer improves driving stability Rthe engine s torque is no longer limited and the drive wheels can spin The spinning of the wheels results in a cutting action which provides better grip Rtraction control is still activated RESP still provides support when you brake Rand drive over 37 mph 60 km h ESP intervenes when the grip li...

Page 61: ...icle X To activate remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock X To deactivate switch on the ignition i The immobilizer is always deactivated when you start the engine In the event that the engine cannot be started when the starter battery is fully charged the immobilizer may be faulty Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call 1 800 FOR MERCedes in USA or 1 800 387 0100 in Canada ATA Anti ...

Page 62: ...e the tow away alarm is armed This occurs if the vehicle is jacked up on one side for example X To arm lock the vehicle with the SmartKey The tow away alarm is armed after approximately 30 seconds X To deactivate unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey The tow away alarm is deactivated automatically To prevent a false alarm deactivate the tow away alarm manually if your vehicle Ris being transported ...

Page 63: ...Vehicle equipment 62 SmartKey 62 Doors 67 Cargo compartment 69 Side windows 70 Sliding sunroof 72 61 Opening and closing ...

Page 64: ...selves when doing so or be seriously or even fatally injured by any passing traffic Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight The child restraint system s metal parts for example could become very hot and a child could be burned on these parts G Warning Do not carry heavy or hard objects in the passenger compartment or cargo compartment unless they are firmly secured in place Uns...

Page 65: ...t within approximately 40 seconds of unlocking the vehicle Rthe vehicle is locked again Rthe theft deterrent locking system is armed again X To lock centrally press the button Changing the settings of the locking system You can change the setting of the locking system in such a way that only the driver s door and the fuel filler flap are unlocked This is useful if you frequently travel on your own...

Page 66: ...quire special handling and regard for the environment Observe government disposal guidelines California residents see www dtsc ca gov HazardousWaste Perchlorate index cfm Checking the battery X Press the or button The SmartKey battery is working properly if battery check lamp lights up briefly If battery check lamp does not light up briefly during the test the SmartKey battery is discharged X Repl...

Page 67: ...tap the SmartKey against your palm until battery falls out X Insert the new battery with the positive terminal facing upwards Use a lint free cloth to do so X Insert the front tabs of the battery tray s cover first and then press to close it X Check the function of all SmartKey buttons on the vehicle SmartKey 65 Opening and closing Z ...

Page 68: ...the SmartKey canceled at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers X If necessary have the locks changed as well You have lost the mechanical key X Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers X If necessary have the locks changed as well The SmartKey cannot be turned in the ignition lock The SmartKey has been in position 0 for a considerable t...

Page 69: ...ed on these parts G Warning Do not carry heavy or hard objects in the passenger compartment or cargo compartment unless they are firmly secured in place Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo increases a child s risk of injury in the event of Rstrong braking maneuvers Rsudden changes of direction Ran accident Unlocking and opening the doors from the inside You can open a door anytime from inside...

Page 70: ...hicle are moving at a speed of more than 9 mph 15 km h There is therefore a risk of being locked out when the vehicle is being pushed towed or tested on a dynamometer You can switch the automatic locking function on and off using the on board computer Y page 165 Unlocking the driver s door mechanical key If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked centrally with the SmartKey X Take the mechanical key...

Page 71: ...accident and or serious personal injury They could Rinjure themselves on vehicle parts Rbe seriously or fatally injured by extreme heat or cold Rinjure themselves or have an accident with vehicle equipment that may still be in operation even after the SmartKey has been removed from the ignition such as the seat adjustment steering wheel adjustment or memory function If children open a door they co...

Page 72: ... in a child restraint system and do not give them access to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious personal injury They could Rinjure themselves on vehicle parts Rbe seriously or fatally injured by extreme heat or cold Rinjure themselves or have an accident with vehicle equipment that may still be in operation even after the SmartK...

Page 73: ...ows cannot be operated from the rear when the override feature for the side windows is activated X Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock X To open press the corresponding switch X To close pull the corresponding switch i If you press the switch beyond the point of resistance while opening an automatic opening closing process is started You can stop automatic operation by pressi...

Page 74: ...e vehicle Do not leave children unsupervised in the vehicle even if they are secured in a child restraint system and do not give them access to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious personal injury They could Rinjure themselves on vehicle parts Rbe seriously or fatally injured by extreme heat or cold Rinjure themselves or have an ...

Page 75: ...g sunroof Otherwise the seals could be damaged If the sliding sunroof cannot be opened or closed due to a malfunction contact a qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center The weather can change abruptly It could start to rain or snow Make sure that the sliding sunroof is closed when you leave the vehicle The vehicle electronics can be damaged if water enters the vehicle i...

Page 76: ... wall trim completely X Take lug wrench A out of the vehicle tool kit Y page 229 X Place lug wrenchA onto the hexagonal nut of the actuator X To open turn lug wrench A counter clockwise X To close turn lug wrench A clockwise X Reconnect the electrical connections X Re install rear wall trim When doing so hook lugs B of rear wall trim into vehicle side wall C X Re install edge protection X Close th...

Page 77: ...Vehicle equipment 76 Correct driver s seat position 76 Seats 77 Steering wheel 83 Mirrors 85 Memory functions 88 75 Seats steering wheel and mirrors ...

Page 78: ...page 79 When doing so make sure that you have adjusted the head restraint so that the back of your head is supported at eye level by the center of the head restraint Observe the safety guidelines on Y page 77 X Check whether steering wheel is adjusted properly Adjusting the steering wheel electrically Y page 83 When adjusting the steering wheel make sure Ryou can hold the steering wheel with your ...

Page 79: ...head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level Rnever place hands under the seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted Failure to do so could result in an accident and or serious personal injury G Warning The electrically adjustable seats can be operated at any time Therefore do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle A child ...

Page 80: ...eir rearmost position You could otherwise damage the seats and the rear bench seat Make sure that the sun visor is folded up before adjusting the backrest and head restraint height The head restraint and sun visor could otherwise collide when the head restraint is fully extended i If the front door is open the seats can be adjusted for up 30 minutes after the ignition has been switched off i The h...

Page 81: ...ur protection drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints Head restra...

Page 82: ... restraint up from the lowest non use position and have the occupant adjust the head restraint properly Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints installed when the rear seats are occupied Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident G Warning Make sure the rear seat head restraints engage when placing them upright manually Otherwise their protective func...

Page 83: ...our in the upper back region To adjust the side bolsters of the seat backrest Adjusting the 4 way lumbar support You can adjust the contour of the front seat backrests individually to provide optimum support for your back To raise the backrest contour To soften the backrest contour To lower the backrest contour To harden the backrest contour Switching the seat heating on off General notes The red ...

Page 84: ...vel 1 press the upper section of button The indicator lamp goes out X To select level 2 press the lower section of button Both indicator lamps light up X To deactivate level 2 press the lower section of button Both indicator lamps go out Problems with the seat heating If one or all of the indicator lamps in the seat heating button are flashing the seat heating has switched off automatically The ve...

Page 85: ... driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle The electrical steering wheel adjustment feature can be operated at any time Therefore do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious personal injury When you adjust the steering wheel make sure that Rthe steerin...

Page 86: ...many electrical consumers are switched on X Switch off electrical consumers which you do not need such as the rear window defroster or interior lighting Once the battery is sufficiently charged the steering wheel heating will switch back on automatically Steering wheel EASY ENTRY EXIT feature General notes The EASY ENTRY EXIT feature makes getting in and out of your vehicle easier You can activate...

Page 87: ...d to the previously set position The last position of the steering wheel is stored when you switch off the ignition or when you store the setting with the memory function Y page 88 i The steering wheel only moves upwards and towards the dashboard if it has not already reached the upper end stop Mirrors Rear view mirror X Adjust the rear view mirror by hand so you have a good overview of the traffi...

Page 88: ...ing settings section Y page 88 Exterior mirror out of position If an exterior mirror has been pushed out of position proceed as follows X Move the exterior mirror into the correct position manually The mirror housing is engaged again and you can adjust the exterior mirrors as usual Y page 85 86 Mirrors Seats steering wheel and mirrors ...

Page 89: ...hed on Parking position for the exterior mirror on the front passenger side General notes To make it easier to park you can store the front passenger side exterior mirror position in such a way that you can see the rear wheel on that side as soon as you engage reverse gear R Using the memory buttons on the driver s side you can store three parking positions per key Setting and storing the parking ...

Page 90: ...rs on the driver s and front passenger sides G Warning Do not activate the memory function while driving Activating the memory function while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle The buttons are located on the door control panel X Make sure that the key is in position 2 or that the respective door is open X Adjust the seat Y page 78 and head restraint Y page 79 X On the dr...

Page 91: ...Vehicle equipment 90 Exterior lighting 90 Interior lighting 94 Changing bulbs 96 Windshield wipers 101 89 Lights and windshield wipers ...

Page 92: ...Mercedes Benz Center as close to the border as possible before driving in these countries Converting to asymmetrical low beam after returning have the headlamps converted back to asymmetrical low beam at a qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible after crossing the border when returning Light switch Operation 1W Left hand standing lamps 2X Right hand...

Page 93: ...m headlamps When the engine is running if you turn the light switch to L the manual settings take precedence over the daytime running lamps Daytime running lamps in the USA In the USA the daytime running lamps are deactivated upon delivery from the factory X To switch on activate the daytime running lamps function in the on board computer Y page 164 X Turn the light switch to or Ã When the engine ...

Page 94: ... Warning If you suspect that driving conditions will be foggy turn the light switch to L before you start your journey Your vehicle may otherwise not be visible and you could endanger yourself and others G Warning In low ambient lighting or foggy conditions only switch from position Ã to L with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location Switching from Ã to L will briefly switch off the headlam...

Page 95: ...n the ignition lock to position 1 or 2 or start the engine X Pull the combination switch briefly in the direction of arrow The K indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up briefly Hazard warning lamps The hazard warning lamp switches on automatically if an air bag or the belt tensioners are triggered and the SmartKey is in position 1 in the ignition lock X To switch on press button All tur...

Page 96: ...rn signal and turn the steering wheel to the straight ahead position The cornering lamp may remain lit for a short time Headlamps and turn signal lamps fogged up on the inside The headlamps and the indicator lamps in the exterior mirrors may fog up on the inside if there is high atmospheric humidity X Drive with the headlamps switched on The level of moisture diminishes depending on the length of ...

Page 97: ... not in the ignition lock the interior lighting switches off after a short while X To switch off press the z symbol on rocker switch The interior lighting remain switched off even when it is dark if you Runlock the vehicle Ropen a door Rremove the SmartKey from the ignition lock Manual control Front interior lighting If the interior lighting has been switched on manually it will not be switched of...

Page 98: ...events the battery from discharging Changing bulbs Important safety notes Xenon bulbs G Warning Xenon bulbs carry a high voltage You could get an electric shock and be seriously or even fatally injured if you touch the electric contacts on Xenon bulbs Therefore never remove the cover from Xenon bulbs Do not change Xenon bulbs yourself but have them replaced at a qualified specialist workshop which...

Page 99: ...ill does not light up consult a qualified specialist workshop Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of vehicle safety You must therefore make sure that these function correctly at all times Have the headlamp setting checked regularly Before changing bulbs Have the following bulbs changed at a qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Radditional turn signals in the ext...

Page 100: ...screws X Remove cover X Remove screws i Only remove screws Do not turn adjustment screw A If adjustment screw A is turned the front fog lamp adjustment must be checked at a qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X Remove headlamp X Hold headlamp X Lightly press bulb holder B turn it counter clockwise to the stop and pull it out 5 These bulbs must be replaced at a qual...

Page 101: ...ise damage the paintwork X Switch off the lights X Remove screws X Remove lens X Lightly press bulb turn it counter clockwise and pull it out X Insert the new bulb and applying slight pressure turn it clockwise until it engages X Install lens X Replace and tighten screws Do not fasten the screws too tightly You could otherwise damage the lens X G 55 AMG fold the headlamp protection grille back and...

Page 102: ...wise damage the lens Changing the rear bulbs G 55 AMG only headlamp protective grid You must remove the headlamp protection grille before you can change the bulbs in the tail lamps G 55 AMG headlamp protection grille X Unscrew screws X Swing headlamp protection grille to the right Make sure that the headlamp protection grille does not strike against painted surfaces You could otherwise damage the ...

Page 103: ...rom the bulb holder X Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and turn it clockwise until it engages X Install lens X Tighten screws Do not fasten the screws too tightly You could otherwise damage the lens Windshield wipers Important safety notes G Warning Wiper blades are components that are subject to wear and tear Replace the wiper blades twice a year preferably in the spring and fall Otherwis...

Page 104: ...frequency is set automatically according to the intensity of the rain Intermittent wiping is interrupted if you stop and open a front door This protects people getting into and out of the vehicle from being sprayed with water Intermittent wiping continues when all doors are closed and Ryou shift the automatic transmission to drive position D or reverse gear R or Ryou change the wipe setting on the...

Page 105: ...thout a wiper blade and it falls onto the windshield the windshield may be damaged by the force of the impact Mercedes Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades replaced by a qualified specialist workshop e g at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Removing the wiper blade X Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock X Fold the wiper arm away from the windshield until it engages X Position the ...

Page 106: ... reasons you should remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock X Remove the cause of the obstruction X Switch the windshield wipers back on The windshield wipers are inoperative The windshield wiper drive is malfunctioning X Select another wiper speed on the combination switch X Have the windshield wipers checked at a qualified specialist workshop 104 Windshield wipers Lights and windshield wipers...

Page 107: ...Vehicle equipment 106 Overview of climate control sys tems 106 Operating the climate control sys tem 107 Setting the air vents 112 105 Climate control ...

Page 108: ...others Automatic climate control controls the temperature and the humidity in the vehicle interior and filters undesirable substances from the air Automatic climate control is only operational when the engine is running6 Optimum operation is only achieved when you drive with the side windows and the sliding sunroof closed i Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period during warm weather e g using the...

Page 109: ...c Y page 109 D To activate deactivate air recirculation mode Y page 111 E To defrost the windshield USA only Y page 110 E z To defrost the windshield Canada only Y page 110 Operating the climate control system Notes about using THERMATIC automatic climate control 2 zone The following contains notes and recommendations on optimum use of dual zone automatic climate control RActivate climate control ...

Page 110: ...ooling with air dehumidification on off Important information The cooling with air dehumidification function is only available when the engine is running The air inside the vehicle is cooled and dehumidified according to the temperature selected G Warning If you switch off the cooling function the vehicle will not be cooled when weather conditions are warm The windows can fog up more quickly Windo...

Page 111: ...activated X To switch off press the Ã button The indicator lamp in the Ã button goes out Automatic air distribution and airflow are deactivated Setting the temperature Different temperatures can be set for the driver s and front passenger sides X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock X To increase reduce turn controls and clockwise or counter clockwise Y page 107 Only change the temperat...

Page 112: ...ulation mode off i If necessary also activate the windshield defroster Y page 110 X To deactivate press the 7 or z8 button The indicator lamp in the 7 or z8 button goes off The previously selected settings come into effect again or X Press the Ã button The indicator lamp in the Ã button lights up The indicator lamp in the z button goes out Airflow and air distribution are set to automatic mode Def...

Page 113: ...ny accumulation of snow and ice should be removed from the rear window before driving Visibility could otherwise be impaired endangering you and others The rear window defroster has a high current draw You should therefore switch it off as soon as the window is clear as it only switches off automatically after several minutes If the battery voltage is too low the rear window defroster may switch o...

Page 114: ...ual heat of the engine to continue heating the stationary vehicle for up to 30 minutes after the engine has been switched off The heating time depends on the coolant temperature and on the interior temperature that has been set i The blower will run at a low speed regardless of the airflow setting i If you activate the residual heat function at high temperatures only the ventilation will be activa...

Page 115: ...the center air vents Center air vents Center air vent left Center air vent right Center vent thumbwheel right Center vent thumbwheel left X To open close turn thumbwheels and to the right or left Setting the side air vents Side air vents Side air vent Swiveling side air vent Control for side air vent X To open close turn thumbwheel to the left or right Setting the rear compartment air vents X To o...

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Page 117: ...Vehicle equipment 116 Breaking in notes 116 Driving 116 Automatic transmission 121 Refueling 131 Parking 134 Driving tips 136 Driving systems 147 115 Driving and parking ...

Page 118: ... a maximum engine speed of 4500 rpm briefly Rchange gear in good time i You should also observe these notes on running in if the engine or parts of the drive train on your vehicle have been replaced i Always observe the respective speed restrictions Driving Important safety notes G Warning Make sure absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedals range of movement Keep the driver s footwell clear...

Page 119: ...onger be turned in the ignition lock The steering is then locked To unlock remove the SmartKey and reinsert it into the ignition lock The steering is locked when you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock X Remove the SmartKey when the engine is switched off The starter battery could otherwise be discharged If you cannot turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock the starter battery may not be cha...

Page 120: ...on from position P to a different position if you depress the brake pedal Only then is the selector lever lock released X Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed X Shift the automatic transmission to position D or R i Before driving off wait until the gear change is fully completed X Release the parking brake Y page 135 X Release the brake pedal X Carefully depress the accelerator pedal Do n...

Page 121: ...l away X Take your foot off the brake pedal i Once you have taken your foot off the brake pedal the vehicle is held for around one second X Pull away Hill start assist will not function if Ryou are pulling away on a level road or a downhill gradient Rthe transmission is in position N Rthe parking brake is applied RESP is malfunctioning Driving 119 Driving and parking Z ...

Page 122: ...tarter motor can be heard The reserve fuel warning lamp is on The needle of the fuel gauge is pointing to the reserve range and does not drop any further The fuel tank is empty X Refuel the vehicle The engine does not start You cannot hear the starter motor The on board voltage is too low because the starter battery is too weak or discharged X Jump start the vehicle Y page 238 If the engine does n...

Page 123: ...al position N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal G Warning On slippery road surfaces never downshift in ord...

Page 124: ...ctor lever is in position D you can influence the gearshifts made by the automatic transmission by Rrestricting the shift range Rchanging gear yourself Transmission positions B Park position Do not shift the transmission into position P Y page 134 unless the vehicle is stationary The parking lock should not be used as a brake when parking In addition to engaging the parking lock you must always ap...

Page 125: ...riction if selected Rthe position of the transfer case HIGH or LOW Rthe position of the accelerator pedal Rthe road speed Driving tips Accelerator pedal position Your style of driving influences how the automatic transmission shifts gear Rlittle throttle early upshifts Rmore throttle late upshifts Kickdown Use kickdown for maximum acceleration X Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure po...

Page 126: ...s the shift range i If the engine exceeds the maximum engine speed when shifting down the automatic transmission protects against engine damage by not shifting down i If the maximum engine speed for the shift range is reached and you continue to accelerate the automatic transmission shifts up in order to prevent the engine from overrevving even if the shift range is restricted Derestricting the sh...

Page 127: ...gear the selector lever must be moved towards D again Automatic transmission 125 Driving and parking Z ...

Page 128: ...arning tone You have Rswitched off the engine Ropened the driver s door Rnot moved the selector lever to position P X Move the selector lever to P Releasing the parking lock manually In the event of a malfunction it is possible to release the selector lever lock manually to move it out of position P e g if you wish to have the vehicle towed X Apply the parking brake X Insert a suitable implement i...

Page 129: ...ng this procedure do not turn off the engine or shift the automatic transmission into another gear If you do not wait until the shifting procedure has been entirely completed then it might not be correctly performed The transfer case might be in neutral thus interrupting the transfer of power between the engine and the drive axle The vehicle is then freely movable even if a gear has been selected ...

Page 130: ...omatic transmission will not hold the vehicle The parking brake must be engaged to hold the vehicle in place RTC Shift Procedure Canceled The transfer case has not performed the gear change process X Carry out the gear change process again Make sure to meet all conditions for changing gears RTransfer Case Service Required There is a malfunction in the transfer case X Do not shift the transfer case...

Page 131: ... in the drivetrain balances out the different rotational speeds and therefore enables driving through bends The disadvantage of differentials the wheels with the least road grip are driven the hardest Example a wheel on a driven axle stands on snow covered ground and thus has no traction This wheel receives the strongest driving power from the differential as the force progression takes the path o...

Page 132: ...trol of the vehicle and cause an accident If you select a differential lock ABS 4ETS ESP and BAS will be deactivated Activate the differential locks Roff road Rto deactivate ABS 4ETS ESP and BAS while off road Rwhen fording Ron snow covered icy or dirty road surfaces For further information on driving off road see Y page 142 The switches are located on the center console Function indicator lamps r...

Page 133: ... seconds of normal driving ABS 4ETS ESP and BAS are activated The ABS not available Differential Locked message disappears from the multifunction display and the å and warning lamps in the instrument cluster go out X Switch the transfer case to road gear HIGH Y page 126 i If red function indicator lamps do not go out when you disengage the differential locks bring the vehicle to a stop in accordan...

Page 134: ...nder Fuel Y page 277 by consulting an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or visiting http www mbusa com USA only Use a filter when refueling from a fuel can Otherwise the fuel lines and or injection system could be blocked by particles from the fuel can Refueling Fuel filler flap When you open or close the vehicle with the key the fuel filler flap is automatically unlocked or locked The position of t...

Page 135: ...ing the vehicle A locking pin otherwise prevents the fuel filler flap from closing after the vehicle has been locked Fuel filler flap emergency release G Warning Avoid contact with the vehicle walls as they may contain sharp edges Otherwise you could injure yourself while releasing the fuel filler flap The emergency release is located in the cargo compartment on the right hand side when viewed in ...

Page 136: ...jammed X Manually unlock the fuel filler flap using the emergency release Y page 133 X Consult a qualified specialist workshop Parking Important safety notes G Warning Do not park this vehicle in areas where combustible materials can come into contact with the hot exhaust system Do not park the vehicle on dry grassland or harvested grain fields Combustible materials such as grass hay or leaves cou...

Page 137: ... parking brake while the vehicle is in motion can cause the rear wheels to lock up You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident In addition the vehicle s brake lights do not light up when the parking brake is engaged G Warning When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch take it with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehi...

Page 138: ... covering a distance of 44 feet approximately 14 m every second Drive sensibly save fuel Observe the following tips to save fuel X The tires should always be inflated to the recommended tire pressure X Remove unnecessary loads X Remove roof carriers when they are not needed X Warm up the engine at low engine speeds X Avoid frequent acceleration or braking X Have all maintenance work performed at t...

Page 139: ...ific service work must be carried out at regular intervals and in accordance with the Mercedes Benz service requirements Details can be found in the Service Booklet Brakes Important safety notes G Warning On slippery road surfaces never downshift in order to obtain braking action This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control Your vehicle s ABS will not prevent this type of cont...

Page 140: ...tenance If the brake warning lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and you hear a warning tone even though the parking brake has been released the brake fluid level may be too low Observe additional warning messages in the multifunction display The brake fluid level may be too low due to brake pad wear or leaking brake lines Have the brake system checked immediately This work should be carried ...

Page 141: ...s designed for heavy loads This may lead to noise when braking This will depend on Rspeed Rbraking force Renvironmental conditions such as temperature and humidity The wear of individual components of the brake system such as the brake pads linings or brake discs depends on the individual driving style and operating conditions For this reason it is impossible to state a mileage that will be valid ...

Page 142: ...nd that Rthe maximum permissible still water depth is 50 cm Ryou should drive no faster than at walking pace Off road fording Fording depth 20 in 50 cm The fording depth must not exceed 20 in 50 cm when the vehicle is loaded and ready to drive The water depth must not exceed 20 in 50 cm Note that the possible fording depth is less in flowing water i You may only drive through freshwater RObserve t...

Page 143: ...ration section Y page 248 Driving with summer tires Observe the notes in the Winter operation section Y page 248 Slippery road surfaces G Warning The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an ice warning device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice The road may still...

Page 144: ...he risk of losing control of the vehicle and rolling over General notes Read this section carefully before driving your vehicle off road Practice by driving over more gentle off road terrain first Familiarize yourself with the characteristics of your vehicle and the gear shift operation before driving through difficult terrain The following driving systems are specially adapted to off road driving...

Page 145: ...ing on a steep incline If the engine oil warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion stop the vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible Check the engine oil level The engine oil warning lamp warning must not be ignored Continuing the journey while the symbol is displayed could lead to engine damage X Wheel changing tool kit check that the jack is working and make sure you have the whee...

Page 146: ...ver if you do so remember to correct the tire inflation pressure before continuing your trip Driving with reduced tire inflation pressure increases the risk of losing control of the vehicle and rolling over Observe the following rules when driving on sand Rshift the transfer case to LOW Y page 126 Ravoid high engine speeds Rlimit the shift range of the automatic transmission according to the off r...

Page 147: ...heel first then rear wheel Drive with particular care when driving over an obstacle while driving up or down a steep slope The vehicle could otherwise tilt and slide sideways or tip over Driving in mountainous terrain Approach departure angle Approach departure angle front Approach departure angle rear G 550 37 31 G 55 AMG 33 28 RObserve the safety notes Y page 142 and the general notes Y page 142...

Page 148: ...ront wheels have a tendency to spin 4ETS detects this and brakes the wheels accordingly The rear wheel torque is increased making it easier to drive off Brow of hill When driving on an uphill gradient reduce pressure slightly on the accelerator immediately before reaching the top of the hill do not shift the transmission to position N Use the vehicle s own impetus to drive over the top of the hill...

Page 149: ... do not allow safe driving at a constant speed RThe use of the cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads Rapid changes in tire traction can result in wheel spin and loss of control RDeactivate the cruise control when driving in fog The Resume function should only be operated if the driver is fully aware of the previously set speed and wishes to resume this particular preset speed Cruise co...

Page 150: ... to a value that the prevailing road conditions and legal speed limits permit Otherwise sudden and unexpected acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle could cause an accident and or serious injury to you and others X Press the cruise control lever up for a higher speed or down for a lower speed X Keep the cruise control lever pressed until the desired speed is reached X Release the cruise contr...

Page 151: ...seconds on a brake test dynamometer When doing this turn the key to position 0 or 1 in the ignition Failure to do this can cause damage to the drive train or the brake system Function or performance tests may only be performed on a 2 axle dynamometer If you wish to operate the vehicle on such a dynamometer please consult an authorized Mercedes Benz Center beforehand You could otherwise damage the ...

Page 152: ... air brakes or a pneumatic drill could cause the ultrasonic backing up aid to malfunction Minimum distance Center Approx 8 in approx 20 cm Corners Approx 8 in approx 20 cm If there is an obstacle within this range all warning displays flash and a warning tone sounds If the distance falls below the minimum the distance may no longer be shown Warning displays The warning display shows the distance b...

Page 153: ...tent warning tone Rfifth segment you will hear a faster intermittent warning tone Rsixth segment you will hear a very fast intermittent warning tone This indicates that you have now reached the minimum distance Driving systems 151 Driving and parking Z ...

Page 154: ... backing up aid is malfunctioning and has switched itself off X Have the ultrasonic backing up aid checked at a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible Rear view camera Important safety notes The rear view camera is an optical parking aid It shows the area behind your vehicle in the COMAND display G Warning Make sure no persons or animals are in or near the area in which you are parking ...

Page 155: ...posed to a very bright white light Rthe immediate surroundings are illuminated with fluorescent light the display may flicker Rthere is a sudden change in temperature e g if you drive into a heated garage from the cold lens condensation Rthe camera lens is dirty or covered Rthe rear of your vehicle is damaged In this case have the position and setting of the camera checked by a qualified specialis...

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Page 157: ...le equipment 156 Important safety notes 156 Displays and operation 156 Menus and submenus 159 Display messages 169 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 183 155 On board computer and displays ...

Page 158: ...ue to drive do so with added caution Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible G Warning Malfunction and warning messages are only indicated for certain systems and are intentionally not very detailed The malfunction and warning messages are simply a reminder with respect to the operation of certain systems They do not replace the owner s and or driver s responsibility to main...

Page 159: ...ove the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice The road may still be icy especially in wooded areas or on bridges Changes in the outside temperature are displayed after a short delay Operating the on board computer The on board computer is activated as soon as you turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition lock You can control the multifunction display and the se...

Page 160: ... scrolling through the phone book Multifunction display To activate the multifunction display Rswitch on the ignition Rswitch on the lights Ropen the door Rpress the reset button on the instrument cluster The multifunction display shows you values and settings as well as possible messages Display area for menus or submenus Status bar with outside temperature or speed Y page 163 Transfer case posit...

Page 161: ...monitor Y page 253 Rservice interval display Y page 219 RG 55 AMG oil level Y page 215 Audio menu Y page 160 Navigation menu Y page 162 Message memory12 menu Y page 169 A Settings menu Y page 162 B Trip computer menu Y page 166 C Telephone menu Y page 167 12 The menu is only visible when there is a display message Menus and submenus 159 On board computer and displays Z ...

Page 162: ...s displayed here13 G Warning The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an ice warning device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice The road may still be icy especially in wooded areas or on bridges Digital speedometer example Outside temperature example X Press the ...

Page 163: ...te operating instructions X Press the V or U button on the steering wheel to select the Audio menu COMAND display example Current CD for CD DVD changer Current track X To select the next previous track briefly press the or button X To select a track from the track list rapid scrolling press and briefly hold the or button The current track does not appear in audio AUX mode Auxiliary audio mode exte...

Page 164: ...ction display If the name of the street is part of the navigation system data this will also be displayed Route guidance active The multifunction display shows navigation instructions for example Setup menu Introduction In the Settings menu you have the following options Rrestoring the factory settings Rchanging the instrument cluster settings Rchanging the light settings Rchanging the vehicle set...

Page 165: ...on to select a different display Selecting the language The Language function allows you to select the language for the instrument cluster X Press the V or U button on the steering wheel to select the Settings menu X Press the button to select submenus X Press the W or X button to select the Inst cluster submenu X Press the button to select Language X Press the W or X button to select the desired ...

Page 166: ...amp Rthe tail lamps Rthe fog lamps Rthe side marker lamp The surround lighting switches off automatically after 40 seconds or when the driver s door is opened X Press the V or U button on the steering wheel to select the Settings menu X Press the button to select submenus X Press the W or X button to select the Lighting submenu X Press the button to select Surround lighting X Press the W or X butt...

Page 167: ... Press the V or U button to select a different display Vehicle Activating deactivating the automatic door locking feature If you select the Automatic Locking function the vehicle is centrally locked above a speed of around 9 mph 15 km h i For more information on the automatic locking feature see Y page 68 X Press the V or U button on the steering wheel to select the Settings menu X Press the butto...

Page 168: ...bmenu was reset X Press the V or U button to select From Start Trip computer After start example Distance Time Average speed Average fuel consumption X Press the button to select From Start or the button to select From Reset in the submenu Trip computer From reset example Distance Time Average speed Average fuel consumption The trip computer function From Start is automatically reset when Rthe ign...

Page 169: ...of 44 feet approximately 14 m every second X Switch on the mobile phone and COMAND see the separate operating instructions X Press the V or U button on the steering wheel to select the Telephone menu You will see one of the following display messages in the multifunction display RReady or the name of the network provider the mobile phone has found a network and is ready to receive RBluetooth Ready...

Page 170: ...nected the call duration appears in the multifunction display If it is stored in the phone book the name is also displayed Otherwise the number dialed is displayed or X If you do not want to make a call press the button Redialing The on board computer stores the last phone numbers which have been dialed X Press the V or U button on the steering wheel to select the Telephone menu X Press the 6 butt...

Page 171: ...l the causes for the messages have been remedied Certain display messages are accompanied by an audible warning tone or a continuous tone Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator s Manual Message memory menu The on board computer saves certain display messages You can call up the display messages in the message memory menu The message ...

Page 172: ... only have the mbrace system checked at a qualified specialist workshop X Canada only have the Tele Aid system checked at a qualified specialist workshop Restraint System Malfunction Service Required G Risk of injury The restraint systems are malfunctioning X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately G Warning In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above the SRS may...

Page 173: ...ngs replaced as soon as possible at a qualified specialist workshop USA only J Canada only Check Brake Fluid Level G Risk of accident There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir X Pull over as soon as it is safe to do so X Do not continue driving under any circumstances X Engage the parking brake X Consult a qualified specialist workshop X Do not add brake fluid This does not co...

Page 174: ...t hand or rear right hand turn signal is defective Another lamp has taken over its function X Replace the bulb Y page 96 b Turn Signal Left Side Mirror or Turn Signal Right Side Mirror The turn signal in the left hand or right hand exterior mirror is defective These messages will only appear if all of the turn signal s LEDs have failed X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Turn Signal Front Le...

Page 175: ...multifunction display Regularly check the license plate lamp If necessary visit a qualified specialist workshop b Turn off lights or remove key You have left the key in the ignition lock X Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock b Switch Off Lights The lights are still switched on when you leave the vehicle X Turn the light switch to or Ã Y page 90 b Front Foglamp Left or Front Foglamp Right Th...

Page 176: ...tions Some electronic systems are unable to send information to the on board computer The coolant temperature gauge and the tachometer could be defective X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Top Up Coolant See Operator s Manual The coolant level is too low X Add coolant following the warning notes when doing so Y page 217 X If you need to add coolant more often than usual have the engine coolan...

Page 177: ... whether the poly V belt is torn If the poly V belt is torn Do not continue driving The engine could otherwise overheat X Consult a qualified specialist workshop If the poly V belt is OK X Wait until the display message disappears before restarting the engine Otherwise there is a risk of engine damage X Pay attention to the coolant temperature display X Visit a qualified specialist workshop G Warn...

Page 178: ...d specialist workshop If the poly V belt is OK X Visit a qualified specialist workshop The battery voltage is too low X Switch off electrical consumers that are not required X Have the battery and alternator checked at a qualified specialist workshop The battery has been charged or the vehicle has been jump started X Have the battery and alternator checked at a qualified specialist workshop 4 Chec...

Page 179: ...t the specified level Observe the legal requirements There is water in the engine oil X Have the engine oil checked 4 At next gas station add 1 0 qt engine oil USA only At next gas station add 1 0 liter engine oil Canada only The engine oil level is too low X Check the oil level Y page 215 X If necessary add engine oil Y page 216 X Have the engine checked for leaks if you need to add engine oil mo...

Page 180: ...r cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking X Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed X If the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed close the fuel filler cap X If the fuel filler cap is closed visit a qualified specialist workshop Clean Fuel Filter There is water in the fuel filter The water must be drained off X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Driving systems D...

Page 181: ...asuring the tire pressure X Drive on The tire pressures appear in the multifunction display after you have been driving for a few minutes Tire Pres Check Tires G Risk of accident The tire pressure monitor has detected a significant pressure loss X Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking maneuvers Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so X Check the tires X Check ...

Page 182: ...e monitor Y page 255 Wheel Sensor Missing There is no signal from the tire pressure sensor of one or several wheels The pressure of the affected tire is not displayed in the multifunction display X Have the defective tire pressure sensor replaced at a qualified specialist workshop Tire Pres Monitor Currently Unavailable Due to a source of radio interference no signals can be received from the whee...

Page 183: ...ry correct the tire pressure Y page 252 Vehicle Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions The rear door is open X Close the rear door M G Risk of accident Vehicles with anti theft alarm system The hood is open A warning tone also sounds X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Apply the parking brake X Close t...

Page 184: ...l The transfer case is in the neutral position X Shifting the transfer case into HIGH or LOW Transfer Case Service Required There is a malfunction in the transfer case X Do not shift the transfer case X Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible at a qualified specialist workshop G Warning If the transfer case is in Neutral the park position P of the automatic transmission will not hold the vehi...

Page 185: ...soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions Do not continue driving under any circumstances X Engage the parking brake X Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display Do not add brake fluid This does not correct the error G Warning Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accid...

Page 186: ...p goes out G Risk of injury 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 7 The red seat belt warning lamp flashes and an intermittent audible warning sounds G Risk of injury The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt In addition you are driving faster than 15 mph 25 km ...

Page 187: ...gine is running G Risk of accident The on board voltage is too low ABS has been deactivated due to undervoltage ESP BAS EBD and 4ETS are also therefore deactivated The brake system continues to function normally but without the functions listed above The wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard for example X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display X Drive on caref...

Page 188: ...ng because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin X Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as necessary when pulling away X Ease off the accelerator pedal after pulling away X Adapt your driving style to suit the road and weather conditions X Do not deactivate ESP Exceptions Y page 57 å The yellow ESP OFF warning lamp is lit while the engine is running G Risk of a...

Page 189: ...s may either be triggered unintentionally or in the event of an accident not be triggered at all X Drive on carefully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately G Warning In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above the SRS may not be operational For your safety we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately to have the system...

Page 190: ...y Canada only The yellow engine diagnostics warning lamp lights up while the engine is running The fuel system pressure is 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 X If the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed close the fuel filler cap X If the fuel filler cap is closed visit a qualified specialist wor...

Page 191: ...s one If your vehicle has tires which are a different size to those on the tire and load data label or those specified in the tire pressure table if there is one you should determine the correct tire pressure for these tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitor TPMS An indicator lamp lights up if one or more of your tires are significantly underinf...

Page 192: ...s may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of incompatible replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction indicator after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly 190...

Page 193: ...Vehicle equipment 192 Loading guidelines 192 Stowage compartments 193 Stowage areas 194 Features 197 191 Loading stowing and features ...

Page 194: ...istribution of the load within the vehicle You should therefore load your vehicle as shown in the illustrations Load distribution The gross vehicle weight GVW is the vehicle weight including fuel vehicle tool kit spare wheel accessories fitted vehicle occupants and luggage load The gross load limit and the gross vehicle weight rating GVWR for your vehicle must never be exceeded The gross load limi...

Page 195: ...ding on the vehicle s equipment you will find an AUX IN jack or a Media Interface installed in the glove box A Media Interface is a universal interface for portable audio equipment e g for an iPod or USB device see the separate Audio or COMAND operating instructions X To open pull handle and open glove box flap X To close fold glove box flap upwards until it engages The glove box can only be locke...

Page 196: ...oring light weight items only such as road maps mail etc Heavy objects objects with sharp edges or fragile objects may not be transported in the parcel nets In an accident during hard braking or sudden maneuvers they could be thrown around inside the vehicle and cause injury to vehicle occupants Parcel nets cannot protect transported goods in the event of an accident The parcel nets are located in...

Page 197: ... the seat backrest X Pull release lever and fold the seat backrest up Make sure that the seat belt does not become trapped when folding the rear seat backrest back Otherwise it could be damaged X Fold the seat backrest back until it engages audibly in the seat catch X Install the head restraint Folding the rear bench seat forwards X Fold the seat backrest forward Y page 195 X Pull release lever Th...

Page 198: ... corners Rpad sharp edges for protection There are four cargo tie down rings in the cargo compartment mounted at the sides Cargo compartment cover Important safety notes When loading the vehicle make sure that you do not stack the load in the cargo compartment higher than the lower edge of the side windows Do not place heavy objects on top of the cargo compartment cover The cargo compartment cover...

Page 199: ...it into the cup holder Use lids on open containers and do not fill containers to a height where the contents especially hot liquids could spill during braking vehicle maneuvers or in an accident Liquids spilled on vehicle occupants may cause serious personal injury Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty When not in use keep the cup h...

Page 200: ...r you and others Sun visor Bracket Mirror cover Mirror light Glare from the side X Fold down sun visor X Pull sun visor from bracket X Swing sun visor to the side Vanity mirror in the sun visor Mirror lights will only function if the sun visor is clipped into bracket X Fold down sun visor X Fold up mirror cover Mirror lights are switched on automatically Ashtray Ashtray in the cockpit X To open pr...

Page 201: ...osure to extreme heat or cold Rinjure themselves or cause an accident with vehicle equipment that can be operated even if the SmartKey is removed from the ignition lock or removed from the vehicle such as seat adjustment steering wheel adjustment or the memory function If children open a door they could injure other persons or get out of the vehicle and injure themselves or be injured by following...

Page 202: ...or accessories with a maximum power consumption of 180 W 15 A e g lamps or for mobile phones If you use the sockets for long periods when the engine is switched off the battery may discharge X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock Socket in the front passenger footwell X Lift up the cover of the socket The cigarette lighter socket can be also used Y page 199 It can also be used if the ke...

Page 203: ...is damaged or torn out of the trim do not use or touch the 115V AC socket Using a 115V AC socket that is damaged or torn out of the trim could cause serious personal injury to you and or others 115 V power socket provides an alternating voltage of 115 V so that small electronic devices can be connected These devices such as games consoles chargers and laptops should not consume more than a maximum...

Page 204: ... ID and password will be sent to you by post You can use this password to log in to the mbrace section under Owners Online at http www mbusa com16 The mbrace system is available if Rit has been activated and is operational Activation requires an available mobile phone network a valid SIM card and a service subscription to a surveillance service provider Rthe battery is sufficiently charged Rthe co...

Page 205: ...the steps mentioned the system may not be activated If you have any questions concerning activation please contact one of the following service hotlines RUSA Response Center under 1 888 990 9007 RCanada Customer Service under 1 888 923 8367 An emergency call is dialed automatically if an air bag or Emergency Tensioning Device is triggered i An automatically dialed mbrace emergency call cannot be c...

Page 206: ... SOS signal and cannot make voice contact with the vehicle occupants Roadside Assistance button X Open the stowage space under the armrest Y page 193 X Press and hold Roadside Assistance button for more than two seconds A call to a Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance Representative is initiated The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button flashes while the call is active The Connecting call mess...

Page 207: ...dicator lamp flashes while the connection is being established The Connecting call message appears in the multifunction display and the COMAND system is muted If a connection can be established the Call Connected message appears in the multifunction display If a mobile phone network is available and there is sufficient GPS reception the mbrace system transmits data to the Response Center for examp...

Page 208: ...your vehicle If you know the destination you can download the address or obtain the location of points of interest POIs or important destinations in the surrounding area You are prompted to confirm route guidance to the address entered X Select Yes using the or button on COMAND X Press 9 on COMAND to confirm The system calculates the route and subsequently starts the route guidance with the addres...

Page 209: ...s located However only the law enforcement is informed of the location of the vehicle i If the anti theft alarm system remains activated for longer than thirty seconds mbrace is automatically connected to the Response Center Brush guard USA only G Warning The brush guard is designed solely to enhance the appearance of the vehicle and help protect grille and headlamps from minor mishaps either on o...

Page 210: ...stop and reverse features as required by U S federal safety standards this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 A garage door that cannot detect an object signaling the door to stop and reverse does not meet current U S federal safety standards When programming a garage door opener park vehicle outside the garage Do not run the engine while programming the integra...

Page 211: ...l attempts You should test every position for at least 20 seconds before trying another position X Keep transmitter button B on garage door remote control A pressed until indicator lamp starts to flash rapidly The programming has been successful if indicator lamp flashes rapidly X Release transmitter buttons or on the integrated remote control and transmitter button B on the garage door remote con...

Page 212: ...mote control A sending a strong and precise signal to the integrated remote control on the rear view mirror Rwhen programming hold garage door remote control A at varying distances and angles from the transmitter button which you are programming Try different angles at a distance between 2 and 12 inches 5 to 30 cm or the same angle at varying distances Rif there is another garage door remote contr...

Page 213: ... driver s side G Warning Whenever you are using a floormat make sure there is enough clearance and that the floormat is securely fastened The floormat should always be securely fastened using the fastening equipment Before driving off check that the floormat is securely in place and adjust it if necessary A loose floormat could slip and hinder proper functioning of the pedals Do not place several ...

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Page 215: ...Vehicle equipment 214 Engine compartment 214 Maintenance 219 Care 220 213 Maintenance and care ...

Page 216: ...t burns let the engine cool completely before touching any components on the vehicle Comply with all relevant safety precautions G Warning To help prevent personal injury stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running The radiator fan may continue to run for approximately 30 seconds or may even restart after the engine has been turned off Stay clear of fan blades G Warn...

Page 217: ... from a height of approximately 8 inches 20 cm X Check that the hood has engaged properly If the hood can be raised slightly it is not properly engaged Open it again and close it with a little more force Engine oil Notes on oil level Depending on the driving style the vehicle consumes up to 0 9 US qts 0 8 l of oil over a distance of 600 miles 1000 km The oil consumption may be higher than this whe...

Page 218: ...ge appears the engine oil level is too high X Have excess oil siphoned off Do not add too much oil Adding too much oil can result in damage to the engine or the catalytic converter Have excess oil siphoned off If the Switch ignition on to check engine oil level message appears X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock If the Observe Waiting Time message appears X If the engine is at normal...

Page 219: ...board computer when doing so or fill carefully to the maximum mark on the oil dipstick i The difference in quantity between the MIN mark and the MAX mark on the dipstick is approximately 2 1 US qts 2 l Do not add too much oil If the oil level is above the max mark on the dipstick too much oil has been added This can lead to damage to the engine or the catalytic converter Have excess oil siphoned o...

Page 220: ...r bar in the filler neck when warm there is enough coolant in coolant expansion tank X If necessary add coolant that has been tested and approved by Mercedes Benz X Replace cap and turn it clockwise as far as it will go For further information on coolant see Y page 280 Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system The washer fluid reservoir is used for both the windshield washer system and...

Page 221: ...authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately Do not top up the brake fluid This will not rectify the malfunction Only check the brake fluid level when the vehicle is stationary and on a level surface The brake fluid level is correct if it is between MIN marking and MAX marking on the brake fluid reservoir Maintenance Service interval display Service messages Information on the type of service and s...

Page 222: ...further information e g regarding service work at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or directly from Mercedes Benz If the service interval indicator has been inadvertently reset this setting can be corrected at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Have the service work carried out as described in the Service Booklet There may otherwise be increased wear resulting in damage to the vehicle or to the ...

Page 223: ...an then be parked up Care of the exterior Automatic car wash G Warning Braking efficiency is reduced after washing the vehicle This could cause an accident For this reason you must drive particularly carefully after washing the vehicle until the brakes have dried You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car wash from the very start Never clean your vehicle in a Touchless Automatic Car Wash as thes...

Page 224: ...tc Relectrical components Rbattery Rconnectors Rlights Rseals Rtrim elements Rventilation slots Damaged seals or electrical components can lead to leaks or failures Cleaning the wheels Do not use acidic wheel cleaning products to remove brake dust This could damage wheel bolts and brake components Do not park the vehicle for an extended period right after cleaning it particularly after having clea...

Page 225: ...ed specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Do not use wash programs with a hot wax treatment under any circumstances i Use only insect remover and car shampoo from the range of recommended and approved Mercedes Benz care products Cleaning the windows G Warning Switch off the windshield wipers and remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock before cleaning the windshield or the wi...

Page 226: ...a X Use clear water and a soft cloth to clean camera lens Do not clean the camera lens and the area around the rear view camera with a power washer Cleaning chrome parts Impurities combined with the effects of road grit and corrosive environmental factors may cause flash rust to form on the surface You can restore the original shine of the chrome parts by cleaning them regularly especially in wint...

Page 227: ...rs polishes or waxes There is otherwise a risk of damaging the surface Do not use chrome polish for trim strips The trim strips have a chrome look but are mostly made of anodized aluminum and can lose their shine if chrome polish is used Use a damp lint free cloth instead when cleaning the trim strips Chrome polish can be used to remove very heavy soiling from trim strips which you are sure are ma...

Page 228: ...not dry the seat belts by warming them above 176 80 or placing them in direct sunlight G Warning Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection Cleaning the headliner and carpets X Headliner if it is very dirty use a soft brush or dry shampoo X Carpets use the carpet and textile cleaning agents recommended and approve...

Page 229: ...Vehicle equipment 228 After an accident 229 Where will I find 229 Flat tire 232 Battery 235 Jump starting 238 Towing and tow starting 240 Electrical fuses 242 227 Roadside Assistance ...

Page 230: ...t of your vehicle which was available at the time of purchase Country specific differences are possible Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described This also applies to safety relevant systems and functions 228 Vehicle equipment Roadside Assistance ...

Page 231: ...ve been triggered Your vehicle has been involved in a rear end collision X Reset the NECK PRO head restraints Y page 43 Where will I find First aid kit i Check the expiration date on the first aid kit at least once a year Replace the contents if necessary and replace missing contents The first aid kit is located in the stowage compartment in the front passenger door X Remove first aid kit from the...

Page 232: ...while installing the vehicle jack there are no cables on the holder in order to avoid them becoming trapped Make sure that while installing the vehicle jack there are no cables on the holder in order to avoid them becoming trapped Exterior spare wheel bracket General notes G Warning If the spare tire is more than 6 years old or is not the same model as the regular tires have the spare tire replace...

Page 233: ... wheel from the sides Keep hands from beneath the wheel X Remove wheel nuts X Remove the spare wheel Mounting the wheel After changing a wheel X Repair or replace the damaged wheel as soon as possible and secure the spare wheel in place again X Secure the damaged wheel on the spare wheel bracket with wheel nuts When doing so make sure that the wheel cannot come loose X When refitting cover panel m...

Page 234: ...r the spare wheel and the normal wheel With the spare wheel mounted handling is impaired Do not exceed a maximum speed of 50 mph 80 km h Preparing the vehicle X Prepare the vehicle as described Y page 232 G Warning You must remove the spare wheel from the spare wheel carrier before lifting the vehicle Otherwise the vehicle could fall off the jack and injure you or others X Remove the vehicle tool ...

Page 235: ...lock the wheels with wheel chocks or other sizeable objects before raising the vehicle with the jack Do not disengage the parking brake while the vehicle is raised Make sure that the ground on which the vehicle is standing and where you place the jack is solid level and not slippery If necessary use a large underlay On slippery surfaces such as tiled floors you should use a non slip underlay for e...

Page 236: ...sted Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately Do not continue to drive under these circumstances Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tightened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to come off This could cause an accident Make sure to use the correct wheel bolts G Warning Only ...

Page 237: ...urther information consult a qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Have the battery charge checked more frequently if you use the vehicle mainly for short trips or if you leave it standing idle for a lengthy period Only replace a battery with a battery that has been recommended by Mercedes Benz Consult an authorized Mercedes Benz Center if you wish to leave your vehi...

Page 238: ... use the vehicle In this case have the battery disconnected at a qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center You can also charge the battery with a charger recommended by Mercedes Benz Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for further information The battery breather hose and cover of the positive terminal clamp must be installed securely during operation i Remove the...

Page 239: ...argers allow the battery to be charged while still installed Only use battery chargers with a maximum charging voltage of 14 8 V Only charge the battery using the jump starting connection point The jump starting connection point is in the engine compartment Y page 238 X Open the hood Y page 214 X Connect the battery charger to the positive terminal and earth point in the same order as when connect...

Page 240: ...ed the engine can be jump started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jumper cables Observe the following points X The battery is not accessible in all vehicles If the other vehicle s battery is not accessible jump start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump starting device X You may only jump start the vehicle when the engine and catalytic converter are cold X Do not start ...

Page 241: ...nor vehicle and run it at idling speed X Connect negative terminal of donor battery B to earth point A of your vehicle using the jumper cable connecting the jumper cable to donor battery B first X Start the engine X First remove the jumper cable from earth point A and negative terminal then from positive terminal and positive terminal each time disconnecting from the battery on your own vehicle fi...

Page 242: ...ith sling type equipment This could damage the vehicle Do not use the towing eyes for recovery purposes as this could damage the vehicle If in doubt recover the vehicle with a crane When towing pull away slowly and smoothly If the tractive power is too high the vehicles could be damaged Your vehicles is equipped with an automatic transmission Therefore you must not have the vehicle tow started The...

Page 243: ... i The transmission can only change gear when the battery has sufficient charge If you cannot move the selector lever to N you must remove the propeller shafts to the driven axles Transporting the vehicle Use the towing eyes to pull the vehicle if it needs to be transported on a trailer or transporter X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock X Move the selector lever to N X Shift the tran...

Page 244: ...r axle raised and with wheel rollers under the front axle Electrical fuses Important safety notes The fuses in your vehicle serve to close down faulty circuits If a fuse blows all the components on the circuit and their functions stop operating G Warning Only use fuses approved by Mercedes Benz with the specified amperage for the system in question and do not attempt to repair or bridge a blown fu...

Page 245: ...pare fuses are in the main fuse box on the dashboard Y page 243 You can find the fuse extractor in the vehicle tool kit Y page 229 Dashboard fuse box Do not use a pointed object such as a screwdriver to open the cover in the dashboard You could damage the dashboard or the cover X Open the driver s door X To open pull cover outwards in the direction of the arrow and remove it Fuse box in the front ...

Page 246: ... of the guide rails Stop clamp of the right guide rail reverse image for the left Stop clamp Spacing X To remove the stop clamps remove both stop clamps of the front passenger seat guide rails using a screwdriver When replacing the stop clamps make sure you maintain the correct spacing X To open the fuse box move the front passenger seat to its foremost position X Remove screws X Remove cover in t...

Page 247: ...246 Winter operation 248 Tire pressure 249 Loading the vehicle 256 Maximum tire load 260 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 261 Tire labeling 262 Definitions for tires and loading 266 Changing a wheel 269 Wheel and tire combinations 270 245 Wheels and tires ...

Page 248: ...e cannot always be recognized on retreads The operating safety of the vehicle cannot be assured when such tires are used G Warning If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance or you suspect that possible damage to your vehicle has occurred you should turn on the hazard warning flashers carefully slow down and drive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from the road I...

Page 249: ...s consider a tire to be worn when the tread wear indicators TWI become visible at approximately 1 16 in 1 6 mm we recommend that you do not allow your tires to wear down to that level As tread depth approaches 1 8 in 3 mm the adhesion properties on a wet road are sharply reduced Depending upon the weather and or road surface conditions the tire traction varies widely Do not use tires that are exce...

Page 250: ... the Rubber Manufacturers Association RMA and the Rubber Association of Canada RAC regarding snow traction and were specially developed for driving on snow Only these tires will allow driving safety systems such as ABS and ESP to function optimally in winter as these tires have been designed specifically for driving on snow Use M S tires of the same make and tread on all wheels to maintain safe ha...

Page 251: ... Y page 57 when pulling away with snow chains installed This way you can allow the wheels to spin in a controlled manner achieving an increased driving force cutting action Tire pressure Tire pressure specifications G Warning Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel economy and are ...

Page 252: ...ons for cold tires on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the B pillar on the driver s side i The specifications given on the following Tire and Loading Information placard are examples Tire pressure specifications are vehicle specific and may deviate from the data shown here The tire pressures applicable to your vehicle can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard on your vehi...

Page 253: ...approved tires installed at the factory example If a tire size precedes a tire pressure the tire pressure information following is only valid for that tire size The load conditions partially laden and fully laden are defined in the table for different numbers of passengers and amounts of luggage The actual number of seats may differ from this Tire pressure table with tire sizes example Some tire p...

Page 254: ... they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris potholes etc Maximum permissible tire pressure example i The actual values for tires are vehicle specific and may deviate from the values in the illustration Always observe the recommended tire pressure for your vehicle when adjusting the tire pressure Y page 249 Checking the tire pressures Important safety notes G Warning Follow ...

Page 255: ...dicates whether a tire pressure is too low or the tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning RIf the warning lamp is lit continuously the tire pressure on one or more tires is significantly too low The tire pressure monitor is not malfunctioning RUSA only if the warning lamp flashes for 60 seconds and then remains lit constantly the tire pressure monitor is malfunctioning G Warning The TPMS...

Page 256: ...o ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly i USA only If the tire pressure monitor is malfunctioning it may take more than 10 minutes for the tire pressure warning lamp to inform you of the malfunction by flashing for 60 seconds and then remaining lit When the malfunction has been rectified the tire pressure warning lamp goes out aft...

Page 257: ... a short time This is rectified after a few minutes of driving and the tire pressures are displayed for the correct positions Restarting the tire pressure monitor G Warning It is the driver s responsibility to set the tire inflation pressure to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure Underinflated tires affect the ability to steer or brake the vehicle You might lose control over the vehicle W...

Page 258: ...lowout Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems or brake failure Two instruction labels on your vehicle show the maximum possible load 1 The Tire and Loading Information placard on the B pillar on the driver s side The Tire and Loading Information placard shows the maximum permissible number of occupants and the maximum permissible vehicle load It also contains detail...

Page 259: ...er of occupants allowed to travel in the vehicle This information can be found on Tire and Loading Information placard Determining the maximum load Step by step instructions The following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Title 49 Code of U S Federal Regulations Part 575 pursuant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 X Step 1 Locate the stateme...

Page 260: ...ailable cargo and luggage cargo capacity calculated in step 4 X Step 6 if applicable If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle Y page 260 258 Loading the vehicle Wheels and tires ...

Page 261: ...um weight of occupants and cargo data from the Tire and Loading Information placard 1500 lbs 680 kg 1500 lbs 680 kg 1500 lbs 680 kg Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Step 2 Number of people in the vehicle driver and occupants 5 3 1 Distribution of the occupants Front 2 Rear 3 Front 1 Rear 2 Front 1 Weight of the occupants Occupant 1 150 lbs 68 kg Occupant 2 180 lbs 82 kg Occupant 3 160 lbs 73 kg Occup...

Page 262: ...ating the maximum permissible load that can be carried by one axle front or rear axle To ensure that your vehicle does not exceed the maximum permissible values gross vehicle weight 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 The trailer load nose...

Page 263: ...an be found on the tire sidewall between the tread shoulder and maximum tire width For example Tread wear Traction Temperature 200 AA A All passenger car tires must conform to the statutory safety requirements in addition to these grades Tread wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified U S government t...

Page 264: ...perly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause excessive heat build up and possible tire failure The temperature grades are A the highest B and C These represent the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laborator...

Page 265: ...ht and tire width and is shown as a percentage The aspect ratio is calculated by dividing the tire width by the tire height Tire code tire code specifies the tire type R represents radial tires D represents diagonal tires B represents diagonal radial tires Optionally tires with a maximum speed of over 149 mph 240 km h may have ZR in the size description depending on the manufacturer e g 245 40 ZR ...

Page 266: ...mer tires Index Speed rating ZR Y above 186 mph 300 km h ZR above 149 mph 240 km h ROptionally tires with a maximum speed rating of more than 149 mph 240 km h may have ZR in the size description depending on the manufacturer e g 245 40 ZR 18 The service specification is made up of load bearing index A and speed index B RIf the size description of your tire includes ZR and there are no service spec...

Page 267: ...d index as specified in the tires section Y page 272 e g if you buy new tires Further information about reading tire data can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop e g an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Load identification i Tire data is vehicle specific and may deviate from the data in the example In addition to the load bearing index load index may be imprinted after the letters tha...

Page 268: ...cific characteristics of the tire Date of manufacture date of manufacture A provides information about the age of a tire The first and second positions represent the week of manufacture starting with 01 for the first calendar week Positions three and four represent the year of manufacture For example a tire that is marked with 3208 was manufactured in week 32 in 2008 Characteristics of the tire i ...

Page 269: ...re is mounted GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating The GAWR is the maximum gross axle weight rating The actual load on an axle must never exceed the gross axle weight rating The gross axle weight rating can be found on the vehicle identification plate on the B pillar on the driver s side Speed index The speed index is part of the tire identification It specifies the speed range for which the tire is appr...

Page 270: ...culated by dividing the maximum axle load of one axle by two PSI pounds per square inch Standard unit of measurement for tire pressure Aspect ratio Relationship between tire height and tire width in percent Tire pressure This is pressure inside the tire applying an outward force to every square inch of the tire s surface The tire pressure is specified in pounds per square inch psi in kilopascal kP...

Page 271: ...d and luggage load plus 68 kilograms 150 lb multiplied by the number of seats in the vehicle Changing a wheel Flat tire The Roadside Assistance section Y page 232 contains information and notes on how to deal with a flat tire It also provides instructions on changing a wheel or mounting the spare wheel Interchanging the wheels G Warning Rotate front and rear wheels only if the tires are of the sam...

Page 272: ...ted power jets to clean your vehicle especially for cleaning tires You could otherwise damage the tires and cause an accident Wheel and tire combinations Please bear the following in mind G Warning Replace rims or tires with the same designation manufacturer and type as shown on the original part For further information contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center If incorrectly sized rims and tires...

Page 273: ...he Tire and Load Information placard with the recommended tire pressures is attached to the B pillar on the driver s side Further information about driving at high speeds or driving with vehicle loads that are lighter than the maximum vehicle load can be found in the tire pressure table on the inside of the fuel filler flap Check tire pressures regularly and only when the tires are cold Comply wit...

Page 274: ...s22 24 Alloy wheels V1 V2 265 60 R18 109HM Si 7 5J x 18 H2 ET 63 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm Spare wheel All weather tires22 Alloy wheels V1 V2 265 60 R18 110 VM S 7 5J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm 22 Radial tires 23 Use of snow chains is not permitted 24 Not available as standard equipment or optional equipment at the factory 272 Wheel and tire combinations Wheels and tires ...

Page 275: ...Vehicle equipment 274 Genuine Mercedes Benz parts 274 Warranty 274 Vehicle identification plates 275 Service products and capacities 276 Vehicle data 281 273 Technical data ...

Page 276: ... model H Environmental note Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major assemblies and parts which are of the same quality as new parts They are covered by the same Limited Warranty entitlements as new parts Always specify the vehicle identification number and engine number when ordering genuine Mercedes Benz parts You will find these numbers on the vehicle identification plates on your vehicle f...

Page 277: ...y vehicle and can deviate from the data shown here The correct data for your vehicle can be found on the vehicle identification plate that is mounted on your vehicle Vehicle identification number VIN The vehicle identification number VIN can be found in the following locations Ron the vehicle identification plate Y page 275 Rstamped into the chassis on the right hand side when viewed in the direct...

Page 278: ...hould therefore only use products that have been tested and approved by Mercedes Benz Information on tested and approved products can be obtained at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or on the Internet at http www mbusa com USA only G Warning Comply with all valid regulations with respect to handling storing and disposing of service fluids Otherwise you could endanger persons or the environment K...

Page 279: ...l 95 0 l Reserve All models Approximately 5 3 US gal 20 0 l Air conditioning system All models Refrigerant R134a and special PAG lubricant never R 12 Windshield headlamp cleaning system All models 7 4 US qt 7 0 l MB windshield washer concentrate25 Y page 281 Mixing ratio for washer fluid Y page 281 Fuel Important safety notes G Warning Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous It burns violently ...

Page 280: ... fuel does not exceed 10 e g REthanol RTAME RETBE RIPA RTBA For MTBE the concentration should not exceed 15 The concentration of methanol in gasoline including other additives must not exceed 3 Using mixtures of methanol and ethanol is not permitted Gasohol a mixture of 10 ethanol and 90 unleaded gasoline can be used All of these mix fuels must fulfill the fuel requirements e g Rknock resistance R...

Page 281: ...erwise you may damage the engine and the exhaust gas aftertreatment Mercedes Benz recommends MOBIL OIL The table shows which engines oil have been approved for your vehicle Model Engine model MB Approval G 550 273 229 5 G 55 AMG 113 229 5 i MB Approval is indicated on the oil bottles Additives Do not use additives in engine oil This could damage the engine Engine oil viscosity Viscosity describes ...

Page 282: ...olant mixture even in countries where high temperatures prevail Otherwise the engine cooling system is not sufficiently protected from corrosion and the boiling point will be too low If the coolant has antifreeze protection down to 35 37 the boiling point of the coolant in the pressurized system is approximately 266 130 Your vehicle has a range of aluminum components Use of aluminum components in ...

Page 283: ... because it may ignite and burn You could be seriously burned X Use windshield washer concentrate MB SummerFit X At temperatures above freezing add 1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts water e g 1 34 fl oz 40 ml MB SummerFit to 1 gal 4 0 l of water X At temperatures below freezing add 1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts washer fluid e g 1 34 fl oz 40 ml MB SummerFit to 1 gal 4 0 l of water Vehicle data V...

Page 284: ...cle weights Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR 31 6615 lbs 3000 kg Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR front32 3263 lbs 1480 Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR rear32 3965 1800 kg 27 GVWR is the maximum total vehicle weight permissible Gross Vehicle Weight GVW is the vehicle weight including fuel service products spare wheel accessories installed load and if applicable trailer drawbar load The GVW must never e...

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Page 287: ...s and about Daimler AG can be found on the following websites http www mbusa com USA only http www mercedes benz ca Canada only Editorial office Not to be reprinted translated or otherwise reproduced in whole or in part without written permission of Daimler AG As at 07 06 2010 ...

Page 288: ...Order no 6515 4117 13 Part no 463 584 70 82 Edition A 2011 É4635847082ÆËÍ 4635847082 ...

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