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Operator’s Manual

GL-Class

Order No. 6515 4276 13 Part No. 164 584 74 81 Edition A 2008

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Summary of Contents for GL 320 CDI

Page 1: ...Sommer Corporate Media AG Operator s Manual GL Class Order No 6515 4276 13 Part No 164 584 74 81 Edition A 2008 GL Class 1 6 4 5 8 4 7 4 8 1...

Page 2: ...GL 320 CDI GL 450 GL 550 164 boo Seite 1 Freitag 30 M rz 2007 12 54 12...

Page 3: ...of you and your passen gers we ask you to make a small invest ment of time Please read this manual carefully then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference Please follow the...

Page 4: ...6 Instrument cluster 28 Multifunction steering wheel 30 Center console 31 Upper part Vehicles without enhanced off road package 31 Upper part Vehicles with enhanced off road package 32 Lower part 33 O...

Page 5: ...SS GO 120 Opening the doors from the inside 120 Tailgate Power tailgate 121 Automatic central locking 128 Locking and unlocking from the inside 128 Seats 130 Easy entry exit feature for third row seat...

Page 6: ...212 Climate control 214 Deactivating the climate control system 218 Operating the climate control system in automatic mode 218 Setting the temperature 219 Adjusting air distribution 219 Adjusting air...

Page 7: ...ge compartments 315 Parcel nets 319 Cup holders 320 Ashtrays 321 Cigarette lighter 323 Power outlets 324 Floormats 325 Seat cover under third row seats 326 Heated steering wheel 327 Telephone 328 Tele...

Page 8: ...y 415 Rotating tires 418 Winter driving 420 Winter tires 420 Snow chains 421 Maintenance 422 Maintenance service indicator message 422 Calling up the maintenance service indicator display 424 Resettin...

Page 9: ...cy engine shut down 545 Technical data 547 Parts service 548 Warranty coverage 549 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet 549 Identification labels 550 Layout of poly V belt drive 552 GL 320...

Page 10: ...ore cannot be held responsible for them even if in indi vidual cases an official approval or authori zation by governmental or other agencies should exist Use of such parts and acces sories could adve...

Page 11: ...nges in design and equipment Therefore infor mation illustrations and descriptions in this Operator s Manual might differ from your vehicle Optional equipment is also described in this manual includin...

Page 12: ...if one or more of the following oc curs 1 the same substantial defect or mal function results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven that de fec...

Page 13: ...ves 24 hours a day 365 days a year Roadside Assistance will be provided in accordance with standard program guide lines which include providing service to the vehicle up to a reasonable distance from...

Page 14: ...ght this vehicle used be sure to send in the Notice of Purchase of Used Truck found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet or call the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center in the USA at 1...

Page 15: ...les have a signifi cantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result in an accident rollover of the vehicle and severe or fatal injury Before y...

Page 16: ...ed on your ve hicle This section expands on the Getting started section and also describes techni cal innovations If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle this section will...

Page 17: ...on indicates a multiple step procedure page This symbol tells you where to look for further information on a topic This continuation symbol marks a warning which is continued on the next page This con...

Page 18: ...engine while driving Warning G Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires wheels for example when running over an obstacle road debris or a pothole may cause serious damage and impair the ope...

Page 19: ...d corrected if required If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction please discuss the problem with the Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center management or if necessary contact us at one of the follo...

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

Page 21: ...y improve vehicle safety DaimlerChrysler may access the information and share it with others for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee in respon...

Page 22: ...a glance Exterior view Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Door control panel Storage compartments 164 boo Seite 21 Freitag 30 M rz 2007 12 5...

Page 23: ...22 At a glance Exterior view 164 boo Seite 22 Freitag 30 M rz 2007 12 54 12...

Page 24: ...wer folding 209 6 Towing eye bolt Installing towing eye bolt 540 7 Tires and wheels 384 555 Checking tire inflation pressure 395 General information 384 Flat tire 519 Spare wheel 494 8 Hood 378 Openin...

Page 25: ...24 At a glance Cockpit 164 boo Seite 24 Freitag 30 M rz 2007 12 54 12...

Page 26: ...tem Page a Glove box 315 CD changer 315 AUX socket 315 b Power outlet 324 c Center console 31 d Starter switch 42 e Steering wheel adjustment manual 49 f Hood lock release 378 g Parking brake release...

Page 27: ...26 At a glance Instrument cluster 164 boo Seite 26 Freitag 30 M rz 2007 12 54 12...

Page 28: ...indicator lamp1 l Distance warning lamp2 263 440 1 Lamp without function It illuminates when the ignition is on It should go out when the engine is running 2 Vehicles without Distronic Warning lamp w...

Page 29: ...28 At a glance Instrument cluster 164 boo Seite 28 Freitag 30 M rz 2007 12 54 12...

Page 30: ...tank reserve warning lamp 446 4 Fuel filler flap indica tor The fuel filler flap is located on the rear right hand side 374 b Multifunction display with Outside temperature indicator or digital speed...

Page 31: ...ting the volume Press button up to increase down to decrease Item Page 4 Voice Control System on1 see separate operating instructions 5 Moving within a menu Press button j for next display k for previ...

Page 32: ...ktronic system deactivation switch 291 6 Vehicle level control switch 281 7 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 85 447 448 Item Page 8 Storage compartment 317 9 Alarm system indicator lam...

Page 33: ...differential locks 205 6 Switch for LOW RANGE mode 202 7 Switch for Downhill Speed Regulation DSR 274 8 Rotary switch for vehicle level control 283 Item Page 9 Alarm system indicator lamp 110 a Seat v...

Page 34: ...partment with 317 Power outlet1 or Ashtray with cigarette lighter1 1 Depending on vehicle configuration 324 321 2 Cup holder 320 3 Armrest storage tele phone compartment release 317 4 Card ticket hold...

Page 35: ...unroof switch 251 8 Tele Aid emergency call system button 334 9 Interior rear view mirror 208 a Front right reading lamp 149 Item Page b Front left reading lamp 149 c Garage door opener 339 d Vehicles...

Page 36: ...rror adjustment 51 4 Selection buttons for exteri or rear view mirror adjust ment Power folding exterior rear view mirrors 51 209 5 Switches for opening clos ing front and rear door windows 246 6 Rear...

Page 37: ...36 At a glance Storage compartments 164 boo Seite 36 Freitag 30 M rz 2007 12 54 12...

Page 38: ...ool kit spare wheel 490 8 First aid kit 490 9 Cup holder 321 a Door pocket b Parcel net on driver s seat backrest 319 Item Page c Door pocket d Holder for gas cards 211 e Depending on vehicle con figu...

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Page 40: ...39 Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking 164 boo Seite 39 Freitag 30 M rz 2007 12 54 12...

Page 41: ...100 Press unlock button on the SmartKey All turn signal lamps flash once The vehicle unlocks The locking knobs in the doors move up The anti theft alarm system is disarmed The locator light ing comes...

Page 42: ...urther than approximately 3 feet 1 meter away from the respective door Warning G When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children u...

Page 43: ...ess activated in the instrument cluster come on The indicator and warning lamps ex cept high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps if activated will go out when the engine is ru...

Page 44: ...rt stop button can be easily removed by pulling it out of the starter switch 1 KEYLESS GO start stop button 2 Starter switch KEYLESS GO start stop button 3 USA only 4 Canada only The SmartKey with KEY...

Page 45: ...n while driving refer to Lamps in instrument cluster page 436 For information on starting the engine using the KEYLESS GO start stop button see Starting with KEYLESS GO page 57 For more information on...

Page 46: ...re slightly angled when holding the steer ing wheel Adjust the seat to a comfortable seating position that still allows you to reach the accelerator brake pedal safely The po sition should be as far b...

Page 47: ...significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint When moving the seats make sure there are no it...

Page 48: ...irrors Warning G Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints Head restraints are intend ed to help reduce injuries during an accident With a rear seat occupied make sure to move the resp...

Page 49: ...nt to the desired position by pushing or pulling on the lower edge of the head restraint cush ion For more information see Seats page 130 Steering wheel Easy entry exit feature This feature allows for...

Page 50: ...s door and unintentionally activate the easy entry exit feature which could result in an accident and or serious personal injury i The last set steering wheel position is stored when the ignition is s...

Page 51: ...out the steering wheel adjust ment locked may cause an unexpected steering wheel movement which could cause the driver to lose control of the vehi cle Make sure the steering wheel is secure ly locked...

Page 52: ...s Adjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffic condi tions Interior rear view mirror Manually adjust the interior rear view mi...

Page 53: ...mirror button illuminated If an exterior rear view mirror was forcibly pushed forward hit from the rear or forcibly pushed rearward hit from the front reposition it by applying firm pressure until it...

Page 54: ...hout your seat belt buckled you are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash the possibility of injury or deat...

Page 55: ...es The seat backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a position that is as upright as possible and the belt is properly positioned on the body Warning G Never let more p...

Page 56: ...d not touch the neck Never pass the shoulder portion of the belt under your arm For this purpose you can adjust the height of the belt outlet page 55 Position the lap belt as low as possible on your h...

Page 57: ...t belts as this may severely weaken them In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced Contact an...

Page 58: ...r switch to position 3 page 42 and release it The engine starts automatically Starting with KEYLESS GO You can start your vehicle without the SmartKey in the starter switch using the KEYLESS GO start...

Page 59: ...utton 1 once The engine starts if the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO is in the vehicle Diesel engine Make sure the automatic transmission is set to P The transmission position indicator in the multifunction...

Page 60: ...ng attempts can drain the battery Get a jump start page 536 If the engine does not start after several starting attempts there could be a mal function in the engine electronics or in the fuel supply s...

Page 61: ...tifunction display when driving off you have forgotten to release the parking brake Release the parking brake page 59 i Once the vehicle is in motion the automatic central locking system engages and t...

Page 62: ...g column Combination switch 1 High beam 2 High beam flasher Push the combination switch in direction of arrow 1 The high beam headlamp indicator lamp A in the instrument cluster comes on page 26 For m...

Page 63: ...d release The corre sponding turn signal will flash three times Do not operate the windshield wipers when the windshield is dry Dust that accumulates on a windshield might scratch the glass and or dam...

Page 64: ...n at all in the combination switch position U or V set the combination switch to the next higher wiper speed have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Cent...

Page 65: ...window wiper switch 2 Wiping rear window with washer fluid 3 Intermittent wiping 4 Rear window wiper off 5 Wiping rear window with washer fluid 6 Rear window wiper indicator Switch on the ignition pa...

Page 66: ...amp cleaning system page 383 Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires An ignition cable may be damaged gasoline engine only The engine electronics may not be operating properly...

Page 67: ...ocal fire and or police authori ties If the extent of the damage cannot be de termined Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center or call Roadside Assistance If no damage can be determined...

Page 68: ...injury or damage to the vehicle drivetrain as a result of vehicle movement before turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle always Keep right foot on brake pedal Firmly depress parking brake ped...

Page 69: ...ry Warning G Getting out of your vehicle with the automatic transmission not fully engaged in position P is dangerous Also when parked on an incline position P alone may not prevent your vehicle from...

Page 70: ...is in position 0 page 41 Observe instructions when taking the vehicle through an automatic conveyor type car wash page 428 If you turn off the engine using the SmartKey and remove the SmartKey from t...

Page 71: ...ren are around Before closing doors make sure there is no possibility of someone getting caught in a door during closing Warning G When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter...

Page 72: ...rm system is armed For more information see Locking and unlocking page 112 Locking with KEYLESS GO 1 Lock button on the outside door handle Press lock button 1 on an outside door handle With the tailg...

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Page 74: ...73 Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti theft systems 164 boo Seite 73 Freitag 30 M rz 2007 12 54 12...

Page 75: ...ns work in conjunction with each other The SRS system conducts a self test when the ignition is switched on and in regular intervals while the engine is running This facilitates early detection of mal...

Page 76: ...come on at all the SRS self check has detected a malfunction For your safety we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center immedi ately to have the system checke...

Page 77: ...backrest Fasten your seat belt and make sure it is properly positioned on your body page 53 Since the air bag inflates with considerable speed and force a proper seating and hands on steering wheel po...

Page 78: ...d under use an appropriately sized infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat recom mended for the size and weight of the child 2 Always wear seat belts properly i Air bags are designed to dep...

Page 79: ...ectrical electronic equipment on or near SRS components and wiring Keep area between air bags and occupants free from objects e g packages purs es umbrellas etc Do not hang items such as coat hangers...

Page 80: ...y interfere with or prevent the deployment of the front side impact air bags or the rear side impact air bags Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center for availability i The front air ba...

Page 81: ...are deployed on the impacted side of the vehicle in impacts exceeding a preset deploy ment threshold independently of the front air bags In addition the window curtain air bags 2 are deployed in certa...

Page 82: ...e able to properly approximate the occupant s weight category Furthermore the occupant weight may ap pear to increase or decrease due to objects hanging on the seat other passen gers pushing on the se...

Page 83: ...r front air bag is deacti vated When the OCS senses that the front passen ger seat is classified as being empty the 59 indicator lamp will illumi nate when the engine is started and remain illuminated...

Page 84: ...ht of the child The infant or child restraint must be properly secured with the vehicle s seat belt the seat belt and top tether strap or lower anchors and top tether strap fully in accordance with th...

Page 85: ...child and secure child restraint with the vehicle s seat belt according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions For children larger than the typical 12 month old child the front passenger front...

Page 86: ...he air bag system and OCS Do not place more than 4 4 lb 2 kg into the parcel net on the back of the front passenger seat Otherwise the OCS may not be able to properly approximate the occupant weight c...

Page 87: ...dian provinces Even where this is not the case all vehicle occupants should have their seat belts fastened whenever the vehicle is in motion For more information see Fastening the seat belts page 53 W...

Page 88: ...e under the seat belt in a collision If you slide under it the belt would apply force at the ab domen or neck That could cause serious or even fatal injuries The seat backrest and seat belt provide th...

Page 89: ...se the chance of head and neck in juries The belt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdomen which could severely injure internal or gans such as your liver or spleen Never wear belts over...

Page 90: ...ning chime stops sounding the seat belt telltale stops flashing but continues to be illu minated The seat belt telltale will only go out if both the driver s and the front passen ger s seat belt with...

Page 91: ...sing of the pyrotechnic emer gency tensioning device our safety instruc tions must be followed These are available at any authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Warning G Only use seat or head re...

Page 92: ...e without the seat head restraints installed when the rear seats are occupied Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident With a rear seat occupied make sure to move the re...

Page 93: ...by law in all 50 states the District of Columbia the U S territories and all Canadian provinces Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight The child restraint system s metal parts for...

Page 94: ...d that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible Regardless of seating position children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropriate infant or child restr...

Page 95: ...mp is illumi nated If the 59 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...

Page 96: ...icle even if the children are secured in a child restraint system A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious personal injury Warning G Children too big for a...

Page 97: ...the second row seat backrest For installing an infant and child restraint system at the third row seats use the cargo tie down rings in the cargo compartment page 303 1 Anchorage ring cover Remove anc...

Page 98: ...re the top tether strap is not twisted the head restraint is installed and positioned such that the top tether strap can pass freely between the head restraint and top of seat back rest top tether str...

Page 99: ...krests are in an upright po sition and are properly locked Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the seat backrests If a seat backrest is not properly locked the seat backrest could fold...

Page 100: ...ted in the rear doors Enabling Press override switch 1 once more The switch disengages from its recessed position back to its original position The rear door windows can again be operated using the sw...

Page 101: ...is device may not cause harmful interfer ence and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthorized modification to this de...

Page 102: ...witch on the ignition It goes out when the engine is running Warning G The following factors increase the risk of accidents Excessive speed especially in turns Wet and slippery road surfaces Following...

Page 103: ...ls are locked cyclically to short en the braking distance dig in effect This affects steering the vehicle For more information see Practical hints page 435 Warning G When the ABS is malfunctioning the...

Page 104: ...ps stabilize the vehicle during braking and steering maneuvers The ESP warning lamp v in the instru ment cluster page 26 flashes when the ESP is engaged The ESP warning lamp v in the instru ment clust...

Page 105: ...driver can prevent accidents The capabili ties of an ESP equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others Op...

Page 106: ...off if currently activated The ESP switch is located on the upper part of the center console 1 ESP switch With the engine running press ESP switch 1 The ESP warning lamp v in the instrument cluster c...

Page 107: ...re duce the vehicle speed to a non critical speed that allows the vehicle trailer combi nation to stabilize The ESP Trailer Stabilization is functional at vehicle speeds above approximately 40 mph 65...

Page 108: ...and the wheel begins to spin Warning G If the EBP is malfunctioning the brake sys tem is still functioning However the rear wheels may lock during hard braking caus ing you to lose control over the ve...

Page 109: ...by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Because the ESP operates automatically the engine and ignition must be shut off SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS GO start stop button in pos...

Page 110: ...activat ing element a door for example is imme diately closed The alarm system will also be triggered when the vehicle is opened with the mechan ical key see Unlocking the vehicle page 496 a door is o...

Page 111: ...he alarm system is disarmed Indicator lamp 1 goes out Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm With the SmartKey Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch or Press the or button on the SmartKey With KE...

Page 112: ...rument cluster Control system Automatic transmission Transfer case Differential locks Good visibility Climate control 3 zone automatic climate control Power windows Power tilt sliding sunroof Driving...

Page 113: ...nd unlocking For more information on locking and un locking see the Getting started section page 40 and page 70 SmartKey Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys each with remote control and a r...

Page 114: ...Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired o...

Page 115: ...ocking knobs in the doors move down The anti theft alarm system is armed Selective setting If you frequently travel alone you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey so that pressing button only unlocks th...

Page 116: ...equipped with KEYLESS GO come with two SmartKeys with KEYLESS GO each with remote control and a removable mechanical key The KEYLESS GO function is integrated into the SmartKey On these vehicles the v...

Page 117: ...ay not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Any unauthorized modification to this device c...

Page 118: ...3 ft 1 m of the respective door or the tailgate If the vehicle has been parked for more than 72 hours you must pull an outside door handle in order to activate the KEYLESS GO function In order to sta...

Page 119: ...cle If you leave the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO behind when exiting and locking the vehicle no message appears in the multifunction display Possibility 2 One SmartKey with KEYLESS GO in the vehicle no S...

Page 120: ...will then function as follows Unlocking driver s door and fuel filler flap Grasp the driver s outside door handle All turn signal lamps flash once The locking knob in the driver s door moves up The an...

Page 121: ...hanical key immediately to your car insurance company Have the mechanical lock replaced if necessary Any authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center will be glad to supply you with a re placement Open...

Page 122: ...GO opening a door from the inside will trigger the anti theft alarm system To cancel the alarm do one of the following With the SmartKey Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch Press the or button...

Page 123: ...in direction of arrow 2 and hold it there Lift handle 1 in direction of arrow 3 The tailgate is released and can be opened manually i Vehicles without KEYLESS GO The vehicle must be unlocked page 40 i...

Page 124: ...away from the cargo compartment opening when closing the tailgate Be especially careful when small children are around When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO f...

Page 125: ...multaneously from the driver s seat when the vehicle is at a standstill The switch is located in the driver s door 1 Remote tailgate switch Pull remote tailgate switch 1 until tailgate begins to open...

Page 126: ...closes While the tailgate is closing an acoustic signal sounds To interrupt the closing procedure Press or pull remote tailgate switch 1 page 124 Warning G Maintain sight of the area around the rear o...

Page 127: ...to make sure no one is in danger of being in jured To prevent possible personal injury always keep hands and fingers away from the cargo compartment opening when clos ing the tailgate Be especially ca...

Page 128: ...The locking knobs in the doors move down The anti theft alarm system is armed i Do not place the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO in the open cargo compartment You may lock yourself out i If the v...

Page 129: ...ess to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious personal injury i To prevent a possible inadvertent lockout the tailgate will open auto...

Page 130: ...e was previously centrally locked with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS GO it will not unlock using the central unlocking switch If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch and th...

Page 131: ...resistance point The seat backrest folds forward 1 Easy entry lever Pull and hold easy entry lever 1 once again in direction of arrow at resistance point Lift up the right second row seat until it fo...

Page 132: ...306 Easy exit feature for third row seats The easy exit strap is located on the right rear of the second row seat base 1 Easy exit strap To exit the vehicle when seated on a third row seat pull up and...

Page 133: ...ants have entered or exited the vehicle using the easy entry exit feature before driving off make sure the seats are properly locked the seat backrests are in an upright po sition and are properly loc...

Page 134: ...situation at all times Warning G For your protection drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust the head restraint so that it is close to the head as possible and the center of the he...

Page 135: ...ly positioned on the body Your seat must be adjusted so that you can correctly fasten your seat belt page 53 Never place hands under the seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted Af...

Page 136: ...lower head restraint 1 push release button 2 and press down on head restraint 1 Warning G With a rear seat occupied make sure to move the respective head restraint up from the lowest non use position...

Page 137: ...l head restraint 1 to its uppermost position Warning G Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints installed when the rear seats are occupied Head restraints are intended to help reduce...

Page 138: ...on 2 and adjust head restraint 1 to the desired posi tion page 135 Second row seat Fold the seat backrest rearward until it engages Third row seat Fold the seat backrest rearward page 305 For more inf...

Page 139: ...3 Backrest center 4 Backrest bottom Switch on the ignition page 42 Seat cushion depth Adjust the seat cushion depth to the length of your upper leg with switch 1 Backrest contour Adjust the contour of...

Page 140: ...icator lamps on highest level The seat heating automatically switches to level 2 after approx imately 5 minutes 2 Two indicator lamps on The seat heating automatically switches to level 1 after approx...

Page 141: ...ition page 42 Switching on Press button 1 repeatedly until the desired ventilation level is set Switching off Press button 1 repeatedly until all indicator lamps 2 go out Level 3 Three indicator lamps...

Page 142: ...lies with U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stan dards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210 2 With the memory function you can store up to three different configurations...

Page 143: ...to the selected position Recalling positions from memory Press and hold stored position button 1 2 or 3 until the seat steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors have fully moved to the stored posi...

Page 144: ...s 1 Standing lamps left turn left two stops 2 Standing lamps right turn left one stop 3 M Off Daytime running lamp mode page 145 4 U Automatic headlamp mode Daytime running lamp mode page 145 5 C Park...

Page 145: ...th the SmartKey in starter switch position 1 or the KEYLESS GO start stop button pressed once only the parking lamps and the side marker lamps will switch on and off depending on the brightness of the...

Page 146: ...ll switch off with a three minute delay When the engine is running and you turn the exterior lamp switch to position C the low beam head lamps the tail and parking lamps the side marker lamps and the...

Page 147: ...n the exterior lamp switch goes out Rear fog lamp driver s side only Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B page 144 Pull out the exterior lamp switch to second stop The rear fog lamp switches on...

Page 148: ...p indicator lamp A in the instrument cluster goes out High beam flasher Pull the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow 2 Corner illuminating front fog lamps The corner illuminating front fo...

Page 149: ...switch to its original position Driving in reverse Switching on corner illuminating front fog lamps Shift the automatic transmission to reverse gear R page 191 The front fog lamp opposite to your ste...

Page 150: ...zard warning flasher switch 1 again Interior lighting The controls for interior lighting are locat ed in the overhead control panel 1 Front left reading lamp switch 2 Rear interior lighting switch 3 A...

Page 151: ...or lighting switch 4 or 2 to switch on the respective interior light Press front rear interior lighting switch 4 or 2 again to switch off the respective interior light Switching front reading lamps on...

Page 152: ...lamps comes on when you open a door and the automatic control is activated The door entry lamps will switch off when the corresponding door is closed Cargo compartment lamp The cargo compartment lamp...

Page 153: ...front door or pressing the reset button without switching on the ignition or the exterior lighting activates the multifunction display illumination only for 30 seconds Warning G No messages will be di...

Page 154: ...errupted if the engine is operated within the red marking Outside temperature indicator The outside temperature is displayed in the multifunction display page 155 i The instrument cluster illumination...

Page 155: ...om parison to a thermometer placed next to the sensor not by comparison to external displays e g bank signs etc When moving the vehicle into colder ambi ent temperatures e g when leaving your garage y...

Page 156: ...multifunction display Multifunction display 1 Trip odometer 2 Main odometer 3 Transmission position indicator 4 Status indicator outside temperature or digital speedometer For more information on men...

Page 157: ...r CD operations under AUDIO for example These functions serve to call up relevant information or to customize the settings for your vehicle 1 Multifunction display Operating the control system 2 Telep...

Page 158: ...y you will pass through each function display one after the other in the current menu In the Settings menu instead of functions you will find a number of submenus for calling up and changing settings...

Page 159: ...detail Control system Menus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus 1 to 5 The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus 164 boo Seite 158 Freitag 30 M r...

Page 160: ...ire inflation pressure Selecting satellite radio station Vehicle level Checking coolant temperature Operating CD player Differential locks Calling up digital speedometer or outside temperature Calling...

Page 161: ...in detail Control system This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus 6 to a The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus 164 boo Seite 160 Freitag 30 M rz 2...

Page 162: ...n off Fuel consumption statistics since start Loading phone book Instrument cluster submenu DSR Downhill Speed Regulation pro grammed default speed Fuel consumption statis tics since the last reset Se...

Page 163: ...king coolant temperature 162 Calling up digital speedometer or outside temperature 163 Calling up maintenance service indicator 424 Warning G Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some flui...

Page 164: ...he engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248 F 120 C Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty i During severe oper...

Page 165: ...d The station search depends on the se lected setting in the Vehicle submenu of the control system page 180 Pressing button k or j will either start a frequency scan or select the next stored radio st...

Page 166: ...ctions Press button or repeatedly until the settings for the MP3 CD currently being played appear in the multifunction display 1 MP3 mode 2 Current track Press button k or j repeatedly until the desir...

Page 167: ...he di rection of travel and maneuver instruc tions appear in the multifunction display Please refer to the COMAND system manual for instructions on how to activate the route guidance system Off road m...

Page 168: ...status the vehicle s system has recorded The vehicle status message memory menu only appears if messages have been stored Press button or repeatedly until the vehicle status message memory appears in...

Page 169: ...the driver s door this puts the starter switch in position 0 same as with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch Settings menu In the Settings menu there are two functions The function Reset to...

Page 170: ...n Page Resetting all settings 169 Submenus in the settings menu 170 Instrument cluster submenu 172 Time Date submenu 174 Lighting submenu 175 Vehicle submenu 178 Comfort submenu 181 i The settings you...

Page 171: ...ged by hierarchy Scroll down with button scroll up with the button With the selection marker on the desired submenu use the j button to access the individual functions within that sub menu Once within...

Page 172: ...e time Setting daytime running lamp mode USA only Compass adjustment Activating easy entry exit fea ture Selecting language Setting the date Setting locator lighting Compass calibration Setting fold i...

Page 173: ...ing language Move the selection marker with button or to the Instrument Cluster submenu Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Language appears in the multifunction display The selection mar...

Page 174: ...the Instrument Cluster submenu Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Status Line Display appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting Press button or...

Page 175: ...ration for setting the hour Press button or to set the hour Setting the date This function is not available if your vehicle is equipped with the COMAND system and navigation module Move the selection...

Page 176: ...unning In low ambient light conditions the following lamps will switch on additionally Parking lamps Tail lamps License plate lamps Side marker lamps For more information on the daytime running lamp m...

Page 177: ...hting Function appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting Press button or to switch the locator lighting function On or Off Turn the exterior lamp switch to po...

Page 178: ...position 2 and back to 0 The headlamps delayed shut off feature is deactivated It will reactivate as soon as you reinsert the SmartKey in the starter switch Vehicles with KEYLESS GO Press KEYLESS GO...

Page 179: ...vehicle is equipped with the COMAND system and navigation module Determine your location on the basis of the following zone maps Zone map North America Zone map South America Press button or to move t...

Page 180: ...nna masts for example could impair compass calibration Switch off electrical consumers e g climate control windshield wipers or rear window defroster Close all doors and the tailgate Start the engine...

Page 181: ...atic central locking Use this function to activate or deactivate the automatic central locking With the automatic central locking system activated the vehicle is centrally locked at vehicle speeds of...

Page 182: ...ilable Activating easy entry exit feature Use this function to activate and deactivate the easy entry exit feature page 48 Function Page Activating easy entry exit feature 181 Setting fold in function...

Page 183: ...k repeatedly until the message Fold In Mirrors When Locking appears in the multi function display The selection marker is on the current setting Press button or to switch function On or Off Vehicle c...

Page 184: ...t setting Press button or to switch the distance warning function On or Off 1 Symbol for activated distance warning function If the distance warning function is activated you will see the symbol in th...

Page 185: ...since start 4 Average fuel consumption since start i Once DSR is switched on you can adjust the set speed using the cruise control lever page 276 Function Page Fuel consumption statistics since start...

Page 186: ...tistics which you want to reset appear in the multifunction display Press and hold the reset button in the instrument cluster page 152 until the respective values are reset to 0 Distance to empty Pres...

Page 187: ...n operate it using the control system Warning G A driver s attention to the road must always be his her primary focus when driving For your safety and the safety of others we rec ommend that you pull...

Page 188: ...peatedly until the message TEL appears in the multifunction display Press button j or k The control system reads the phone book which is stored in the telephone This may take several minutes The messa...

Page 189: ...tores the dialed number in the redial memory Redialing The control system stores the most recently dialed phone numbers This eliminates the need to search through your entire phone book Press button o...

Page 190: ...column Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission P Park position R Reverse gear N Neutral D Drive position i During the brief warm up transmission upshifting is delayed This allows the catalytic co...

Page 191: ...e parking brake page 59 Release the brake pedal Carefully depress the accelerator pedal to drive off when it is safe to do so i The current transmission position P R N or D appears in the multifunctio...

Page 192: ...Shifting from D R or N to P If you want to select park position P with the transmission being in drive position D reverse gear R or neutral position N With the vehicle at a standstill depress the brak...

Page 193: ...e changing gears manually Transmission positions The current transmission position appears in the multifunction display 1 Current transmission position i When the vehicle needs to be moved with the en...

Page 194: ...or open a front door the transmission will shift to park position P automatically Keep in mind that turning off the engine with the SmartKey alone only will automatically shift the transmission to neu...

Page 195: ...Shift into reverse gear R only when the vehicle is stopped Neutral No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle When the brakes are released the vehicle can be moved freely pushed or towe...

Page 196: ...ssion shifts automatically All forward gears are available Warning G Getting out of your vehicle without shifting into park position P is dangerous Also park position P alone is not intended to or cap...

Page 197: ...gently Never abruptly step on the accelerator Rocking the vehicle Rocking the vehicle by shifting between drive position D and reverse gear R can help free a vehicle stuck in mud or snow The engine co...

Page 198: ...er gear range and reduction of speed reduces the chance to overload or overheat the engine For more information on trailer towing see the Operation section page 364 Gear ranges With the automatic tran...

Page 199: ...irst gear only For maximum use of engine s braking effect on very steep or lengthy downgrades Allow engine to warm up under low load use Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temper...

Page 200: ...nsmission will shift from the current gear range directly to gear range D Shifting into optimal gear range Press and hold left shift button 1 The transmission will automatically select the gear range...

Page 201: ...rgency operation mode In this mode only second gear and reverse gear can be activated Stop the vehicle in a safe location Shift to park position P Turn off the engine Wait at least 10 seconds before r...

Page 202: ...em or the transfer case which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Because the ESP operates automatically the engine and ignition must be shut off SmartKey in starter switch position 0...

Page 203: ...do not switch off the engine shift the automatic transmission into another gear If you do not wait until the shifting proce dure has been entirely completed then it might not be correctly performed T...

Page 204: ...deactivated For messages in the multifunction display see Practical hints section page 488 i You can cancel the procedure by pressing the LOW RANGE switch again while the indicator lamp is flashing T...

Page 205: ...sis tance Meanwhile the opposite wheel sit ting on dry pavement where it could get enough grip to start the vehicle moving sits idle because it receives no power The Electronic Traction System ETS ad...

Page 206: ...ff road conditions which cannot be handled by the systems automatic 4 ETS the ESP man ual switch position LOW of transfer case this vehicle comes equipped with Switching differential locks The rotary...

Page 207: ...es i At speeds up to 19 mph 30 km h it is possible to manually lock the differential locks for driving on rough terrain Warning G Never drive on a paved surface with the center and rear axle different...

Page 208: ...es on Example illustration 5 Center differential is completely locked If the differential locks have been manually engaged the tires will scuff on the road surface when cornering because the differenc...

Page 209: ...For more information on setting the rear view mirrors see Mirrors page 51 Interior rear view mirror antiglare position 1 Lever Tilt the mirror to the antiglare position by moving lever 1 towards the w...

Page 210: ...view mirror out completely page 210 When the exterior rear view mirrors fold properly upon locking the vehicle the exte rior mirrors are synchronized Otherwise repeat the above steps Warning G The au...

Page 211: ...t more than approximately 30 mph 47 km h you will not be able to fold the exterior mirrors in If an exterior rear view mirror housing is forcibly pushed forward hit from the rear or forcibly pushed re...

Page 212: ...ounting 7 When you do not experience glare any more swing sun visor 1 up Vanity mirror Swing sun visor 1 down Flip up cover 4 to access vanity mirror 5 Vanity mirror lamp 3 comes on After using vanity...

Page 213: ...sunshade from mounting 1 Rear window defroster The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power To keep battery drain to a minimum switch off the defroster as soon as the rear window is clear T...

Page 214: ...on the button goes out If the rear window defroster switches off too soon and the indicator lamp starts flashing too many electrical consumers are operating simul taneously and there is insufficient...

Page 215: ...214 Controls in detail Climate control 164 boo Seite 214 Freitag 30 M rz 2007 12 54 12...

Page 216: ...nter air vent adjustable 7 Right center air vent adjustable 8 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent 9 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right side and door air vent a Right s...

Page 217: ...upply for rear passenger compartment on off USA only Canada only 7 Temperature control right 8 AC cooling on off Residual heat ventilation 9 Air distribution directs air through center and side air ve...

Page 218: ...ts of the body and the air vents If necessary use the air distribution controls page 216 to direct the air to air vents in the vehicle interior that are not in the immediate area of unprotected skin W...

Page 219: ...volume switches off The selected blower speed is shown in the air volume display b page 216 Warning G When the climate control system is switched off the outside air supply and cir culation are also...

Page 220: ...r 7 page 216 slightly clock wise The climate control system will corre spondingly adjust the interior air tem perature Decreasing Turn temperature control 1 and or 7 page 216 slightly coun terclockwis...

Page 221: ...left and right are open Closing the center air vents Turn thumbwheels 5 and 8 page 214 to the left The corresponding center air vents on the left and right are closed Opening the side air vents Turn...

Page 222: ...the tem perature when the front defroster is switched on The air flow will remain on the windshield and door windows Press button to decrease or button Q to increase air volume page 216 to the desire...

Page 223: ...e approximately 41 F 5 C for air drying If the automatic air distribution is switched off Press air distribution button 9 or a page 216 Air recirculation mode Switch to air recirculation mode to preve...

Page 224: ...tomatically i The air recirculation mode is deactivated automatically after 5 minutes if the outside temperature is below approximately 41 F 5 C after 5 minutes if the air conditioning and air drying...

Page 225: ...vat ed Air conditioning The air conditioning is operational while the engine is running and cools the interior air to the temperature set by the operator In addition the air conditioning dehumidi fies...

Page 226: ...at produced by the engine Activating Switch off the ignition page 42 Press button 9 page 216 The indicator lamp on the button comes on Deactivating Press button 9 page 216 The indicator lamp on the bu...

Page 227: ...separate COMAND System operating instructions 1 Left rear center air vent adjustable 2 Right rear center air vent adjustable 3 Rear climate control on automatic mode 4 Air distribution directs air thr...

Page 228: ...he controls Adjusting manually Press the desired air distribution control 4 or 5 The indicator lamp in the U button goes out Adjusting automatically Press button U page 226 The indicator lamp on the b...

Page 229: ...228 Controls in detail 3 zone automatic climate control 164 boo Seite 228 Freitag 30 M rz 2007 12 54 12...

Page 230: ...center air vent adjustable 7 Right center air vent adjustable 8 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent 9 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right side and door air vent a Righ...

Page 231: ...utomatic climate control on off USA only Canada only 9 Temperature control right a Automatic climate control on off b Air distribution passenger side c Air distribution passenger side d AC cooling on...

Page 232: ...s rays the out side temperature and the selected temperature You can operate the auto matic climate control in either the auto matic or manual mode Warning G When operating the automatic climate con...

Page 233: ...ering you and others Have a clogged filter replaced as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Warning G Follow the recommended settings for heat ing and cooling given on th...

Page 234: ...tically Deactivating Press one button of the air distribution page 230 or press button or Q page 230 The indicator lamp on button U goes out Depending on which button you press the air distribution bu...

Page 235: ...distribution controls 3 h or j for the driver s side or 7 b or c page 230 for the passenger side to separately adjust the air distribution on each side of the passenger compartment The following symb...

Page 236: ...ss button to decrease or button Q to increase air volume page 230 to the desired level The indicator lamp on button U goes out The automatic mode is switched off The selected blower speed appears in t...

Page 237: ...volume decreases increases to the next lower higher blower speed and heating switches to the tempera ture that was set before the front de froster was switched on The indicator lamp on button goes out...

Page 238: ...des the fastest possible cooling of the vehicle interior when windows and tilt sliding sunroof are closed Air recirculation mode Switch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors from enter...

Page 239: ...rculation The indicator lamp on button is not lit when the system switches to air recirculation automatically i The air recirculation mode is deactivated automatically after 5 minutes if the outside t...

Page 240: ...n mode is deactivat ed Air conditioning The cooling function only operational when the engine is running cools the vehi cle down to the selected interior tempera ture The cooling function also dehumid...

Page 241: ...d air distribution for all temperature zones These settings only need to be made once and the automatic climate control system will automatically regulate the settings for all temperature zones quickl...

Page 242: ...ton goes out Rear automatic climate control The control panel is located at the rear of the front center console i How long the system will provide heating depends on the coolant temperature the batte...

Page 243: ...able 3 Temperature control 4 Air distribution and air volume automatic manual 5 Air distribution directs air through the center air vents 6 Air distribution directs air through the footwells and side...

Page 244: ...assenger compartment using temperature control 3 page 242 After approximately 3 seconds after the last adjustment the display switch es back to its standard display and the indicator lamp on button go...

Page 245: ...ndingly adjust the interior air temperature for the rear passenger compartment Decreasing the temperature Turn temperature control 3 page 242 slightly counterclock wise The rear automatic climate cont...

Page 246: ...ribution Move air vent slider 2 to the left right up or down to direct the air in the de sired direction Air vents in the roof liner over the third row seats 1 Thumbwheel for air volume control 2 Air...

Page 247: ...unction will stop the window and open it slightly If a door window encounters an obstruction that blocks its path in a circumstance where you are closing a door window by pulling and holding the switc...

Page 248: ...witch 1 2 3 or 4 page 247 past the resistance point and release The corresponding door window opens completely Fully closing the door windows Express close Pull switch 1 2 3 or 4 page 247 past the res...

Page 249: ...e switch 1 To stop the hinged quarter window Press and release switch 1 once more Closing Press and release switch 2 To stop the hinged quarter window Press and release switch 2 once more i If the upw...

Page 250: ...iving off by simulta neously opening the door windows opening the hinged quarter windows opening the tilt sliding sunroof switching on the seat ventilation for the driver s seat Aim transmitter eye of...

Page 251: ...ntil the windows and the tilt sliding sun roof are completely closed Release the lock button on the outside door handle to interrupt the closing procedure Warning G When closing the windows and the ti...

Page 252: ...rtions of them may protrude from the passenger compart ment When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO from the starter switch take it with you and lock your vehic...

Page 253: ...nst sun rays When sliding the sunroof open the screen will also retract Switch on the ignition page 42 Opening and closing To open close raise or lower the tilt sliding sunroof move the sunroof switch...

Page 254: ...ed during the closing procedure the tilt sliding sunroof will stop and reopen slightly Warning G If the tilt sliding sunroof encounters an ob struction that blocks its path in a circum stance where yo...

Page 255: ...ox Switch on the ignition page 42 Press and hold the sunroof switch in the direction of arrow 3 page 252 until the tilt sliding sunroof is fully raised at the rear Hold the sunroof switch in the direc...

Page 256: ...level control page 279 which controls the vehicle level Adaptive Damping System ADS page 278 which adjusts the vehicle suspension characteristics Parktronic page 288 and rear view camera page 293 whi...

Page 257: ...a constant speed The 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 Deactivate the cruise control when driving...

Page 258: ...lay USA only Cruise XXX Miles Canada only XXX km h Canceling cruise control There are several ways to cancel the cruise control Step on the brake pedal The cruise control is canceled The last speed se...

Page 259: ...pear Setting the automatic transmission to N while driving cancels the cruise control However the automatic transmission should not be set to N while driving except to coast when the vehicle is in dan...

Page 260: ...a brief moment until the vehicle has reached the set speed Warning G If you decrease the set vehicle speed keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has reached the set speed Dece...

Page 261: ...ead of you Distronic will function in the same way as standard cruise control page 255 Warning G The set speed stored in memory should only be set again if prevailing road conditions permit Possible a...

Page 262: ...ake road and traffic condi tions into account Only use Distronic if the road weather and traffic conditions make it advisable to travel at a constant speed Warning G Use of Distronic can be dangerous...

Page 263: ...speed unless deactivated Distronic is designed and intended only to maintain a set speed and keep a set dis tance from moving objects in front of it i USA only This device has been approved by the FC...

Page 264: ...the speedometer If Distronic calculates that there is a dan ger of collision The distance warning lamp l in the instrument cluster comes on page 27 An intermittent warning sounds Immediately apply th...

Page 265: ...ing inputs to avoid a potentially danger ous situation Do not wait for the operation of the warning signal to intercede with your own braking This will result in potentially dangerous emergency brakin...

Page 266: ...Preset distance threshold to the pre ceding vehicle 4 Your vehicle Cruise control lever The Distronic system is operated by means of the cruise control lever The cruise control lever is the uppermost...

Page 267: ...ss in direction of arrow 2 page 265 Distronic is activated and the current speed is set The currently set speed appears in the status indicator of the multifunction display USA only DTR XXX Miles Cana...

Page 268: ...h Canada 1 km h increments each time you lift the cruise control lever up to the resistance point i The set value is increased in 5 mph Canada 10 km h increments each time you lift the cruise control...

Page 269: ...e pedal or Briefly tip the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 3 page 265 Distronic will be deactivated The last set speed will be stored in memory i The set speed value is decreased in 5 mph C...

Page 270: ...malfunction page 441 you set the automatic transmission to N while driving The Distronic speed segments in the speedometer page 263 will go out and an acoustic warning will sound Warning G Distronic s...

Page 271: ...o maintain the speed se lected by the driver unless a moving obsta cle proceeding directly ahead of it in the same travel direction is detected e g fol lowing another vehicle ahead of you at your set...

Page 272: ...the Distronic system sensor cover page 430 Turns and bends In turns or bends Distronic may not detect a moving vehicle in front or it may detect one too soon This may cause your vehicle to brake late...

Page 273: ...inue to warn you when recognizing a stationary obstacle or a slower vehicle moving in your vehicle s path and the danger of a collision exists The distance warning lamp l in the instrument cluster com...

Page 274: ...nable you to avoid a collision especially when traveling on varying road surface conditions and with varying driver reaction Complex driving situations are not always fully recognized by the distance...

Page 275: ...grammed using the control system page 183 The next time DSR is switched on DSR will use the newly pro grammed default speed to regulate the vehicle s speed Once DSR is switched on you can adjust the s...

Page 276: ...t as soon as you remove the foot from the accelerator pedal with the DSR switched on the DSR will start regulating the vehicle s speed including use of brakes if required Depending on the programmed s...

Page 277: ...n direction of arrow 1 page 276 Release the cruise control lever The vehicle speed increases in incre ments of 1 mph Canada 1 km h Reduce set speed Briefly press the cruise control lever down to the r...

Page 278: ...r when driving off road in terrain and crossing water The off road driving program adjusts the engine power and shifting of the automatic transmission to be more suitable for the off road use of the v...

Page 279: ...ars Air suspension program Your vehicle is factory equipped with vehicle level control which regulates the ride height of the vehicle The Adaptive Damping System ADS optimizes your vehicle s suspensio...

Page 280: ...hicle level control The vehicle level control automatically regulates the ride height to reduce fuel consumption improve driving stability by lowering the center of gravity The vehicle automatically r...

Page 281: ...of gravity also rises There fore always ensure that the vehicle level is as low as possible With higher ride height the ESP may activate earlier in certain situations Adapt your speed and driving to p...

Page 282: ...The in dicator lamp is on Highway For driving on paved roads in fair or better condition The indicator lamp is off i The third available level is the high speed level that is set automatically Level R...

Page 283: ...vel Start the engine page 41 If indicator lamp 2 page 281 is on Press switch 1 page 281 Indicator lamp 2 flashes The vehicle adjusts to the highway level The following message appears in the multifunc...

Page 284: ...e i The message can be cleared by pressing the k or button j on the multifunction steering wheel i The vehicle is lowered automatically to the highway level if the vehicle speed is above 55 mph 88 km...

Page 285: ...aveling at higher speeds At speeds be low 40 mph 64 km h at the latest it will be re turned to the highway level i The high speed level is not available if tow ing a trailer For more information on to...

Page 286: ...3 lower middle and upper indicator lamps flashes The vehicle adjusts to the correspond ing off road level For example the following message appears in the multifunction display while the level is bei...

Page 287: ...e currently driving If you maintain or reduce your speed you will see for example the following message in the multifunction display while the vehicle is lowering The vehicle is lowered to off road le...

Page 288: ...page 41 If one or more of the indicator lamps page 281 are on Press switch 2 page 283 repeatedly until all lit indicator lamps 3 flash The vehicle adjusts to the highway level The following message ap...

Page 289: ...a supplemental system It is not intended to nor does it replace the need for extreme care The responsibility during parking and other critical maneuvers always remains with the driver Special attentio...

Page 290: ...r Range of the sensors To function properly the sensors must be free of dirt ice snow and slush Clean the sensors regularly being careful not to scratch or damaging the sensors see Cleaning the Parktr...

Page 291: ...d in the rear passenger compartment under the roof Front area warning indicator 1 Left side of the vehicle 2 Right side of the vehicle 3 Readiness indicators Each warning indicator is divided into fiv...

Page 292: ...ion P or the parking brake is set Rear area An intermittent acoustic warning lasting a maximum of 2 seconds will sound as the first red distance segment illuminates and a constant acoustic warning las...

Page 293: ...unds the Parktronic system sensors are dirty e g slush snow or ice or there is an interfer ence from other radio or ultrasonic signals e g working jackhammers car wash or the air brakes of trucks The...

Page 294: ...wise they could be injured Warning G The rear view camera either will not function or will not function to its full capability if the tailgate is open it is raining very hard snowing or foggy it is ni...

Page 295: ...t the automatic transmission in position R page 191 The area behind the vehicle appears in the COMAND system display Shift the automatic transmission into P N or D to switch off the rear view camera i...

Page 296: ...lb 90 kg Take into consideration that when the roof is loaded the handling characteristics are dif ferent from those when operating the vehi cles without a roof loaded Load the carriers in such a way...

Page 297: ...ger journeys check all the screws on the bars to make sure that they are se cure and tighten them if necessary Repeat these checks at regular intervals as road surface conditions dictate and at least...

Page 298: ...cross bars accessory racks and the load carried together Always adapt your driving style to the road traffic and weather conditions and drive with added caution when the roof is loaded Always drive wi...

Page 299: ...ded Allen wrench until clamping claw 5 is wide open 6 Front crossbar 7 Rear crossbar 8 Gaps 9 Markings a Roof rails Place front crossbar 6 between markings 9 on roof rails a 4 Screw for clamping claw...

Page 300: ...crossbars at the designat ed locations and pay attention to the stickers 3 FRONT and REAR page 298 4 Screw for clamping claw 5 Clamping claw b Screws for adjusting clamping width 2 in total for each...

Page 301: ...of crossbar Install the crossbars as described page 298 Removing the crossbars 1 Key 2 Cover cap 3 Sticker FRONT or REAR 4 Screw for clamping claw 5 Clamping claw Unlock cover cap 2 with key 1 Remove...

Page 302: ...cure ly as possible using cargo tie down rings and fastening materials appropriate for the weight and size of the load In an accident during hard braking or sud den maneuvers loose items will be throw...

Page 303: ...th the following instructions when loading the vehicle and transporting cargo Always place items being carried against front or rear seat backrests and fasten them as securely as possi ble The heavies...

Page 304: ...footwell behind the driver s and passenger seat 1 Cargo tie down ring Third seat row Two cargo tie down rings are located be hind the third row seat backrest For information on how to fold the third...

Page 305: ...ss you are transporting cargo the back rests must remain properly locked in the up right position In an accident during hard braking or sud den maneuvers loose items will be thrown around inside the v...

Page 306: ...tment Example button for the right third row seat 1 Button for returning third row seats to upright position 2 Button for folding the third row seats Push in the head restraints of the third row seats...

Page 307: ...while driving Third row seat occupants must like all vehi cle occupants keep both feet on the floor in front of their seat Otherwise occupants could slide under their seat belt in a colli sion If occ...

Page 308: ...in direction of arrow Fold seat cushion 2 forward 3 Lever Pull and hold lever 3 in direction of arrow at resistance point The seat backrest folds down Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling o...

Page 309: ...e third row seats all the way page 135 Remove cargo compartment cover blind page 311 Press and hold button 2 for each side until the third row seats are fully fold ed The cargo compartment is fully ex...

Page 310: ...roperly locked in position before driving off Do not drive with seats not properly locked Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat not properly locked as this can be danger ous The seat could move...

Page 311: ...d Cover from the mounts behind second row seats 3 Cover Press on cover 3 at its upper edge as indicated by arrow With the cargo compartment cover blind in stalled do not pile luggage higher than the l...

Page 312: ...d second row seats 1 Release button 2 Blind Roll the blind up Push release button 1 Pull blind 2 to the left against the spring pressure until the spring in the cover audibly engages Remove the blind...

Page 313: ...n the hook and loop fasteners on the cargo net package Roll out the cargo net Unfold the cargo net The cargo net bars must audibly engage Warning G Make sure the cargo net is properly engaged top and...

Page 314: ...ning belt Hook belt hook 1 into cargo tie down ring 2 in direction of arrow Pull tightening belt 3 by the loose end in direction of arrow until the cargo net is pulled tight After driving a short dist...

Page 315: ...rgo net bar 2 out of holder 1 see Installing the cargo net page 313 Press the red button on the upper and lower cargo net bar Fold the cargo net Roll up the cargo net Close the hook and loop fasteners...

Page 316: ...separate COMAND system operating instructions Warning G To help avoid personal injury during a colli sion or sudden maneuver exercise care when storing objects in the vehicle Put lug gage or cargo in...

Page 317: ...ock the glove box separately e g when the vehicle is in the shop for service Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO page 496 1 Unlocking glove box 2 Locking glove box...

Page 318: ...1 Button to open storage telephone compartment i Depending on vehicle configuration the lower storage compartment contains an ashtray page 321 i In vehicles with enhanced off road package the upper s...

Page 319: ...rage compartments in the front of the rear seats 1 Storage compartment cover 2 Release button Briefly press release button 2 on storage compartment cover 1 The storage compartment opens automatically...

Page 320: ...objects with a combined weight of more than 4 4 lb 2 kg into the parcel net on the back of the front passen ger seat Otherwise the Occupant Classifi cation System OCS page 81 may not be able to proper...

Page 321: ...dent Liquids spilled on vehicle occu pants 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 kee...

Page 322: ...arrow Pull cup holder 1 out in direction of ar row First insert the cup holder 1 and then insert bridge 2 Ashtrays Depending on vehicle configuration your vehicle is equipped with an ashtray and a cig...

Page 323: ...atically Removing rear ashtray insert Grip the insert on the sides and pull it out upwards Reinstalling rear ashtray insert Install ashtray insert Close the ashtray Cigarette lighter Switch on the ign...

Page 324: ...with access to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious personal injury The lighter socket can accommodate 12V DC electrical accessorie...

Page 325: ...that the maximum current drawn does not exceed 55 A i The power outlets can be used to accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories e g auxiliary lamps up to a maximum of 240 W If the engine is off the b...

Page 326: ...arance and that the floormats are securely fastened Floormats should always be securely fas tened using eyelets 2 and retainer pins 1 page 326 Before driving off check that the floormats are securely...

Page 327: ...o reach under the seats Removing seat cover Example passenger side Fold the respective seat halfway in or out page 305 Reach into the recess in the seat cover Pull the seat cover in the direction of t...

Page 328: ...or information on the steering wheel see Multifunction steering wheel page 30 i The steering wheel heating is turned off tem porarily and the indicator lamp 2 remains on when the temperature of the ve...

Page 329: ...ing in an accident and or serious personal injury Warning G Please do not forget that your primary re sponsibility is to drive the vehicle A driver s attention to the road must always be his her prima...

Page 330: ...ree device to respond dur ing phone calls If applicable remove the cover for the external antenna connection from the back of the mobile phone and store it in a safe place Be sure to comply with the m...

Page 331: ...ake mobile phone out of mobile phone cradle 2 Changing mobile phone cradle If you require a different cradle for your mobile phone remove the present cradle before installing a new one Removing an exi...

Page 332: ...at the vehicle s battery is charged properly connected not damaged and cel lular and GPS coverage is available The speaker volume of a Tele Aid call can be adjusted by using the volume control on the...

Page 333: ...When a Tele Aid call has been initiated the COMAND system audio is muted and the select ed mode radio CD etc pauses The optional cellular phone if installed inserted in cradle switches off If you must...

Page 334: ...ber and color are generated A voice connection between the Response Center and the occupants of the vehicle will be established automatically soon af ter the emergency call has been initiated The Resp...

Page 335: ...cy call e g the rele vant cellular phone network is not available The message Call Failed appears in the multifunction display for approximately 10 seconds Should this occur assistance must be sum mon...

Page 336: ...vailability of cellular and GPS signals A voice connection between the Roadside Assistance dispatcher and the occupants of the vehicle will be established Describe the nature of the need for as sistan...

Page 337: ...you For more details concerning the Tele Aid system please visit www mbusa com and use your ID and password sent to you sep arately to learn more USA only i The indicator lamp on the Roadside Assistan...

Page 338: ...e Response Center established then the Tele Aid system could not initiate an Information call e g the relevant cel lular phone network is not available The mes sage Call Failed appears in the multifun...

Page 339: ...trolled devices It provides a convenient way to re place up to three hand held remote con trols used to operate devices such as garage door openers gate openers or oth er devices compatible with HomeL...

Page 340: ...ge door opener the door moves up or down When programming a gate operator the gate opens or closes Do not use the integrated remote control with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and rever...

Page 341: ...Step 4 Using both hands simultaneously press hand held remote control button 6 and the desired signal trans mitter button 2 3 or 4 Do not release the buttons until step 5 is com pleted Indicator lamp...

Page 342: ...or 2 seconds and release the pro grammed signal transmitter button 2 3 or 4 Step 11 Press hold for 2 seconds and release same signal transmitter button a sec ond time to complete the training pro cess...

Page 343: ...signal transmitter button proceed with programming starting with step 3 Operation of integrated remote control Switch on the ignition page 42 Select and press the appropriate inte grated signal transm...

Page 344: ...garage door opener assembly This may help improve transmitting and or receiving signals i Certain types of garage door openers are in compatible with the integrated remote control If you should experi...

Page 345: ...radiated heat entering the vehi cle interior through the windows The infrared reflecting glass also prevents the transmission of signals through the glass by in vehicle electronic devices e g electro...

Page 346: ...Operation The first 1000 miles 1500 km Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care 164 boo Seite 345 Freitag 30 M rz 2007 12 54...

Page 347: ...2 3 of maximum rpm in each gear Shift gears in a timely manner Avoid accelerating by kick down Do not attempt to slow the vehicle down by shifting to a lower gear using the gear selector lever Select...

Page 348: ...illy areas Drinking and driving Pedals Warning G Drinking and driving and or taking drugs and driving are a very dangerous combina tion Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes...

Page 349: ...rakes overheating thereby significantly reducing their effec tiveness It may not be possible to stop the vehicle in sufficient time to avoid an acci dent Operational or performance test must only be c...

Page 350: ...ck Center All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by qualified technicians only Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Only install brake pads and brake f...

Page 351: ...light up when the parking brake is engaged Make sure not to endanger any other road users when you engage the parking brake When driving off on a slippery surface do not allow a drive wheel to spin fo...

Page 352: ...ving Warning G If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance or you suspect that possi ble damage to your vehicle has occurred you should turn on the hazard warning flash ers carefull...

Page 353: ...make sure normal balanced handling characteristics On packed snow they can reduce your stopping distance compared to summer tires Stopping distance however is still consid erably greater than when th...

Page 354: ...er will be glad to assist you Winter driving instructions The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt acceleration braking and steering maneuvers Do not...

Page 355: ...ot engage the transfer case in position LOW when driving on ice or packed snow At speeds below 18 mph 30 km h vehicle steering is adversely affected by the Off road ABS page 102 Warning G Make sure no...

Page 356: ...unknown terrain This will make it easier to recognize unexpected ob stacles and avoid damage to the vehicle To help avoid the vehicle rolling over never turn it around on steep inclines If the vehi c...

Page 357: ...locks page 204 Downhill Speed Regulation DSR page 273 Off road driving program Vehicles without enhanced off road package page 277 Air suspension page 278 Off road driving rules Engage the off road d...

Page 358: ...dy soil drive at a steady speed as al lowed by conditions This helps overcome the vehicle rolling resistance and reduces the likelihood of the vehicle sinking into the ground Do not initiate jumps wit...

Page 359: ...shovel and a small plank to put under the vehicle jack on sandy soil with you Driving in steep terrain Slope angle 1 Overhang angle front 2 Overhang angle rear Comply with the warnings page 355 and ru...

Page 360: ...o drive across the hilltop After climbing a hill driving in this manner prevents the vehicle from losing ground contact when cresting hills losing its forward momentum speeding up too much after climb...

Page 361: ...hrough water deter mine its depth i The special Off road ABS page 102 setting allows for precise and brief cyclical blocking of the front wheels permitting them to dig into loose ground Remember that...

Page 362: ...ing obstacles Never accelerate before driving into the water The bow wave could force water into the engine and auxiliary equipment thus damaging them Do not open any of the vehicle s doors while driv...

Page 363: ...le rolling resistance and re duce the likelihood of the vehicle sink ing into the ground Drive in tracks of other vehicles if they are not too deep and you have suffi cient clearance Ruts A number of...

Page 364: ...le back to a level suitable for road conditions e g High way High speed level page 279 Clean all exterior lamps and check for possible damage Check that the ruts are not too deep and your vehicle s cl...

Page 365: ...ion contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center The bumpers on your vehicle are not designed for use with clamp type hitch es Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to th...

Page 366: ...limit for Mercedes Benz approved hitch receiver Loading a trailer When loading a trailer you should ob serve that neither the permissible GTW nor the GVWR are exceeded Maximum permissible values are l...

Page 367: ...ins should be criss crossed under the trailer tongue They must be attached to the hitch receiver and not to the vehicle s bumper or axle Make sure to leave enough slack in the chains to permit turning...

Page 368: ...age 51 to permit unobstructed view beyond rear of trailer If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving slowly and then apply only the trailer brake controller by hand to ma...

Page 369: ...ce of engine overload ing and or overheating On very steep inclines not manageable with automatic transmission in 1 switch on off road driving program page 278 or LOW RANGE mode page 201 When going do...

Page 370: ...rself and or others as a result Make sure that you do not operate the ADS button page 279 or the vehicle level control system page 279 when cou pling decoupling the trailer Warning G As soon as you di...

Page 371: ...to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle The rear cargo compartment is the preferred place to carry objects Always use tie down rings and if so equipped always use t...

Page 372: ...ontrol of the pollutants in the exhaust emissions Keep your vehicle in proper operating condition by following our recommended maintenance instruc tions as outlined in your Maintenance Booklet Warning...

Page 373: ...8 F 120 C The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248 F 120 C Doing so may cause serious en gine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Warning...

Page 374: ...fire You could be seriously burned Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the engine hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming fr...

Page 375: ...n off the engine before refueling Whenever you are around gasoline or diesel fuel avoid inhaling fumes and skin or cloth ing contact extinguish all smoking materi als Direct skin contact with gasoline...

Page 376: ...vents closing after you have locked the vehicle i Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can cause the yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp to flash and the malfunction indicator lamp USA o...

Page 377: ...icle until the tank is empty the fuel system needs to be bled page 527 Diesel engine The engine is more susceptible to wear and damage if you use marine diesel fuel heating oil additives The exhaust a...

Page 378: ...on and cleanliness For infor mation on replacing light bulbs see Re placing bulbs page 504 For more information see Exterior lamp switch page 143 Tire inflation pressure For more information see Check...

Page 379: ...cle Comply with all relevant safety precautions Warning G 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 ru...

Page 380: ...y closed If you can raise the hood at a point above the headlamps then it is not properly closed Open it again and let it drop with somewhat greater force with the engine running while starting the en...

Page 381: ...dipstick 1 Wipe oil dipstick 1 clean Fully insert oil dipstick 1 into the dipstick guide tube Pull out oil dipstick 1 again after approximately 3 seconds to obtain accurate reading The oil level is c...

Page 382: ...evel the vehicle must be parked on level ground the coolant temperature must be below 158 F 70 C Only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicles with Maintenance System For a listi...

Page 383: ...nts page 567 Warning G In order to avoid potentially serious burns Use extreme caution when opening the hood if there are any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system or if the coolan...

Page 384: ...r with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit and water or commercially available premixed windshield washer sol vent antifreeze dependingon ambient temperatures For more information see Windsh...

Page 385: ...should mount new tires on the front wheels first on vehicles with same sized wheels all around Warning G Replace rims or tires with the same designa tion manufacturer and type as shown on the origina...

Page 386: ...u also inspect the spare tire periodically for condition and inflation Spare tires will age and become worn over time even if never used and thus should be inspected and replaced when necessary Life o...

Page 387: ...cross the tread Storing tires Cleaning tires Warning G Although the applicable federal motor safety laws consider a tire to be worn when the treadwear indicators TWI become visible at approximately 1...

Page 388: ...s for the original equipment tires on your vehicle 2 The certification label also found on the driver s door B pillar tells you about the gross weight capacity of your vehi cle called the Gross Vehicl...

Page 389: ...placard The combined weight of all occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue load if applicable should never exceed the weight referenced in that statement Warning G Do not overload the tires by exc...

Page 390: ...ant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 Step 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s Tire and...

Page 391: ...ulated in step 4 Step 6 if applicable If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be trans ferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the availab...

Page 392: ...eight of all occupants Available cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight total load limit from placard minus combined weight of all occupants 1 1500 lbs 5 front 2 rear 3 Occupant 1 150 lbs Occupant 2...

Page 393: ...ed the GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The to tal allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle front or rear To assure that your vehicle does not ex ceed the maximum permissible weight lim...

Page 394: ...e 374 for any additional infor mation pertaining to special driving situa tions For more information see Important notes on tire inflation pressure page 394 Warning G Follow recommended tire inflation...

Page 395: ...Truck Center for proper tire inflation pressure Be sure to readjust the tire inflation pressure for normal driving speeds You should wait until the tires are cold before adjusting the tire inflation p...

Page 396: ...om the valve on one tire Firmly press a tire gauge onto the valve Read tire inflation pressure on tire gauge and check against the recom mended tire inflation pressure on the Tire and Loading Informat...

Page 397: ...tem of the valve with e g a tip of a pen Then recheck the tire inflation pressure with the tire gauge Warning G When the multifunction display shows the message Tire Pressure Check Tires one or more o...

Page 398: ...lat Indicator does not provide a warning for wrongly selected tire inflation pressures Always adjust tire inflation pres sure according to the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door...

Page 399: ...i The Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS is equipped with a combination low tire pressure TPMS malfunction telltale in the instrument cluster page 27 Depending on how the telltale illuminates it ind...

Page 400: ...with a tire pressure monitor ing system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly underinflated Accord ingly when the low tire pressure telltal...

Page 401: ...he installation of in compatible replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one...

Page 402: ...the driver in all four tires A warning is issued to alert you to a decrease in pressure in one or more of the tires Tire pressure inquiries are made using the multifunction display The present inflati...

Page 403: ...rake the vehicle You might lose control over the vehicle i With a spare wheel without wheel sensor mounted the system may still indicate the tire inflation pressure of the removed wheel for some minut...

Page 404: ...for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitor ing system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires are...

Page 405: ...function display Tire pressure displayed after driving for a few minutes Press the reset button page 152 The following message will appear in the multifunction display Restart tire pressure monitor Wa...

Page 406: ...ated tires Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling characteristics cause uneven tire wear be more prone to damage from road hazards adversely affect ride comfort increase stopping distance Wa...

Page 407: ...age 415 7 Tire size designation load and speed rating page 406 8 Load identification page 410 9 Tire name Tire size designation load and speed rating 1 Tire width 2 Aspect ratio in 3 Radial tire code...

Page 408: ...e The aspect ratio is arrived at by dividing section height by section width Tire code The tire code 3 page 406 indicates the tire construction type The R stands for radial tire type Letter D means di...

Page 409: ...a blowout Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems or brake failure i Tire load rating 5 page 406 and Tire speed rating 6 page 406 are also referred to as service descrip...

Page 410: ...abil ity of the tire is limited to 186 mph 300 km h Any tire with a speed capability above 186 mph 300 km h must include a ZR in the size designation AND the service description must be placed in pare...

Page 411: ...arry at a specified pressure DOT Tire Identification Number TIN U S tire regulations require each new tire manufacturer or tire retreader to mold a TIN into or onto a sidewall of each tire produced Th...

Page 412: ...ion on retreaded tires see page 384 Tire size The code 3 page 411 indicates the tire size Tire type code The code 4 page 411 may at the option of the manufacturer be used as a descriptive code for ide...

Page 413: ...lustration purposes only Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration Warning G Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit...

Page 414: ...grades Warning G Never exceed the max tire inflation pressure Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or unevenly adversely affe...

Page 415: ...s of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor mance Temperature The temperature grades are A the high est B and C representing the tire s resis tance to the generation of hea...

Page 416: ...The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascal kPa or bars Aspect ratio Dimensional relations...

Page 417: ...on each axle must never exceed the GAWR for the front and rear axle indicated on the certification label located on the driver s door B pillar GTW Gross Trailer Weight The GTW is the weight of the tr...

Page 418: ...Pounds per square inch A standard unit of measure for air pressure bar kilopascal kPa Recommended tire inflation pressure Recommended tire inflation pressure for normal driving conditions is listed o...

Page 419: ...ermissible weight on trailer tongue Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are de...

Page 420: ...e wear The same rotation spinning direction must be maintained page 387 Rotate tires before the characteristic tire wear pattern becomes visible shoulder wear on front tires and tread center wear on r...

Page 421: ...M S rated tires provide special winter performance Make sure the tires you use show the mountain snowflake marking on the tire sidewall These tires meet specific snow traction performance requirement...

Page 422: ...ins on the spare wheel page 558 Warning G If you use your spare tire when winter tires are fitted on the other wheels be aware that the difference in tire characteristics may very well impair turning...

Page 423: ...Service A Due Now The maintenance services will be indicated by showing a service type A through type H in the multifunction display Types A through H are classified based on estimat ed time needed to...

Page 424: ...stru ment cluster The maintenance service indicator message is cleared and the standard display appears in the multifunction display page 162 Maintenance service term exceeded If you have exceeded the...

Page 425: ...tenance service indicator in the maintenance relevant information for your vehicle Such informa tion is available from any authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center or di rectly from Mercedes Benz i...

Page 426: ...aggressiveness and potency of the above adverse influences More frequent washings are necessary to deal with unfavorable conditions near the ocean in industrial areas smoke exhaust emissions during w...

Page 427: ...Quickly remove tar stains before they dry and become more difficult to remove A tar remover is recommended Paintwork painted body components Mercedes Benz approved Paint Care should be applied when w...

Page 428: ...rbody do not forget to clean the inner sides of the wheels Hand wash Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight Only use a mild car wash detergent such as Mercedes Benz approved Car...

Page 429: ...c transmission to park position P Release the brake pedal Remove the KEYLESS GO start stop button from the starter switch page 43 Insert the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO into the starter switch Switch on...

Page 430: ...they may vibrate Do not use chrome cleaner on ornamental moldings Although ornamental moldings may have chrome appearance they could be made of anodized aluminum that will be damaged when cleaned with...

Page 431: ...n scratching cloth to clean sensors 1 on the bumpers To prevent scratches or damage never apply strong force and only use a soft non scratchy cloth when cleaning the sensor cover 1 Do not attempt to w...

Page 432: ...erts with a clean cloth and detergent solution Do not clean the camera and the area around the camera with a high pressure cleaner with a dry cloth and high pressure with aggressive cleaning agents Yo...

Page 433: ...r side windows and the power tilt sliding sunroof or rear panorama roof with hard objects such as an ice scraper or ring Doing so may damage the windows Only use acid free cleaning materials Acid may...

Page 434: ...apply strong force and only use a soft non scratching cloth when cleaning the surface Do not attempt to wipe the surface with a dry cloth or sponge Otherwise you may scratch or damage the surface Nev...

Page 435: ...g the upholstery Wood trims Dampen cloth using water and use damp cloth to clean wood trims in your vehicle Warning G Only use seat or head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by Merc...

Page 436: ...in an emergency Resetting activated head restraints Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Bleeding the fuel system diesel engine only Battery Jump starting Tow...

Page 437: ...unit is malfunctioning other systems such as the navigation system or the automatic transmission may also be malfunctioning Continue driving with added caution Wheels may lock during hard braking redu...

Page 438: ...a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so Apply the parking brake page 67 Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem Warning...

Page 439: ...mp and the yellow ESP warning lamp come on and an acoustic warn ing sounds The Electronic Brake Propor tioning EBP has switched off due to a malfunction The ABS the BAS and the ESP are also switched o...

Page 440: ...gency opera tion mode Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center An on board diagnostic connector is used by the service station to link the vehicle...

Page 441: ...Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Vehicles with diesel engine Your fuel tank is empty After refueling start turn off and restart the engine three or four times in succession The limp home mode is canc...

Page 442: ...caution Observe additional messages in the multifunction display that may appear Have the system checked at an autho rized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible v The yellow ESP warning...

Page 443: ...or a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine You have forgotten to fasten your seat belt Fasten your seat belt The warning chime stops sounding The red seat belt telltale comes on while the veh...

Page 444: ...ere are items placed on the front passen ger seat and therefore the system senses the front passenger seat as being occupied Remove the items from the front pas senger seat and put them in a safe plac...

Page 445: ...ead and observe messages in the multifunction display If the tire inflation pressure in the respec tive tire s has have been corrected the combination low tire pressure TPMS mal function telltale goes...

Page 446: ...affect the vehi cle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driv er s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure e...

Page 447: ...ploy unexpectedly in an accident Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Warning G In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indi cated as outlined above the...

Page 448: ...malfunctioning Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Also read and observe any messages in the multifunction display and follow corrective steps...

Page 449: ...ks briefcases etc lodged behind or around the seat head restraints pushing against roof etc The system may recognize such forces as supplemental weight If the front passenger front air bag off indicat...

Page 450: ...button j k or on the multifunction steering wheel Other messages of high priority and mes sages of less immediate priority can be cleared from the multifunction display using the reset button page 15...

Page 451: ...bout your driving conditions such as speed or outside temperature warn ing indicator lamps malfunction warning messages or the failure of any systems Driving characteristics may be impaired If you mus...

Page 452: ...soon as possible Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident ABS ESP Unavailable See Operator s Manual The ABS and the ESP have been switched off because of insufficient po...

Page 453: ...malfunctioning Have cruise control checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Cruise Control MPH You have attempted to set a speed while driving below 20 mph 30 km h Accelerate to a sp...

Page 454: ...h on the ESP page 106 The automatic transmission is set to position P R or N Set the automatic transmission to position D page 191 The vehicle is secured with the parking brake Release the parking bra...

Page 455: ...by external interferences e g high frequency sources such as toll stations speed measuring systems etc Leave the area of the external interference Activate Distronic again page 266 when the message D...

Page 456: ...fog Clean the Distronic cover in the radiator grille page 430 Restart the vehicle Distronic becomes operational again without the engine being restarted when dirt on the radiator grille has fallen off...

Page 457: ...r N Before you leave the vehicle make sure that the automatic transmission is set to position P and that the parking brake is engaged Drive to workshop without shifting gears The automatic transmissio...

Page 458: ...accident In addition the yellow ESP warning lamp v comes on The ESP or the ESP display is malfunctioning Continue driving with added caution Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Ligh...

Page 459: ...ction display does not disappear Have the generator alternator and the battery checked Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible If the yellow ESP w...

Page 460: ...selector lever although the vehicle is still in motion Stop the vehicle Apply the parking brake page 67 SRS Restraint Sys Malfunction Service Required The system is malfunctioning Drive with added cau...

Page 461: ...ition page 42 Remove child and child restraint from front passenger seat and properly secure the child in rear seat employing the child restraint if necessary Remove any other items from on and around...

Page 462: ...ime the seat is unoccupied Wait at least 60 seconds for the system to complete the necessary check cycles and to make sure neither message appears in the multifunction display If above conditions are...

Page 463: ...ont passenger seat for the following Apply the parking brake page 67 Switch off the ignition page 42 Have the front passenger vacate the seat and exit the vehicle Adjust the seat in a height position...

Page 464: ...he seat is unoccupied Wait at least 60 seconds for the system to complete the necessary check cycles and to make sure neither message appears in the multifunction display If above conditions are met y...

Page 465: ...an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Tire Pressure Check Tires The Run Flat Indicator indicates that the pressure is too low in one or more tires Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt avoid...

Page 466: ...re inflation pressure in the multifunction display Have the Advanced TPMS checked by an autho rized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Have the wheel sensors installed by an authorized Mercedes Benz Lig...

Page 467: ...d capability Considerably greater brake pedal force is required and the stopping dis tance is increased Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so Apply the parking brake pa...

Page 468: ...ive Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Inoperative Downhill Speed Regulation is malfunctioning Have the Downhill Speed Regulation checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck...

Page 469: ...The EBP the ABS and the ESP have switched off due to a mal function The BAS is also switched off The brake system is still func tional but without the EBP the ABS and the ESP available Continue drivin...

Page 470: ...id This will not solve the problem Warning G Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident Have your brake system checked immediately Do not add brake fluid befo...

Page 471: ...Apply the parking brake page 67 Turn off the engine Check the poly V belt If it is broken Do not continue to drive Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may result...

Page 472: ...me fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be seriously burned Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the hood...

Page 473: ...not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may burn if it comes into contact with hot engine parts You could be seriously burned Do not ignore the low engine c...

Page 474: ...the required level with an approved engine oil For information on approved engine oils refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet USA only or contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Tr...

Page 475: ...e closed properly or the fuel system may be leaky Check the fuel cap page 374 If it is not closed properly Close the fuel cap If it is closed properly Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mer...

Page 476: ...lly locked nor can the engine be started again after the engine is stopped The SmartKey with KEYLESS GO is momentarily not detected Change the position of the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO in the vehicle O...

Page 477: ...Truck Center as soon as possible Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle The SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO in the starter switch does not belong to the vehicle Find the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLES...

Page 478: ...s possible AUTO Light Inoperative The light sensor is malfunction ing The headlamps switch on automatically Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible To switch off the...

Page 479: ...eplace the bulb as soon as possible page 510 Front Foglamp Right The right front fog lamp is malfunctioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 510 High Beam Left The left high beam lamp is malf...

Page 480: ...e bulb as soon as possible page 514 Low Beam Left The left low beam lamp is malfunctioning Halogen headlamp Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 507 Bi Xenon headlamp Contact an authorized Merced...

Page 481: ...malfunctioning A substitute bulb is being used Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 509 Parking Lamp Front Right The right front parking lamp is malfunctioning A substitute bulb is being used Rep...

Page 482: ...h KEYLESS GO from the vehicle and left the parking lamps or the rear fog lamp on Turn the exterior lamp switch to M page 143 Tail Lamp Left The left tail lamp is malfunction ing A substitute bulb is b...

Page 483: ...soon as possible page 509 Turn Signal Front Right The right front turn signal lamp is malfunctioning A substitute bulb is being used Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 509 Turn Signal Left Mirr...

Page 484: ...ions of the Tele Aid system are malfunctioning Have the Tele Aid system checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Tele Aid Battery The emergency power battery for the Tele Aid system i...

Page 485: ...eering and braking maneuvers If necessary change the wheel Caution Tire Defect One or more tires are deflating Vehicles with Advanced TPMS The respective tire is indicated in the multifunction display...

Page 486: ...pressure in one or more tires is already below the minimum value Vehicles with Advanced TPMS The respective tire is indicated in the multifunction display Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt avoid i...

Page 487: ...h depending on the set vehi cle level Have the vehicle checked at an autho rized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Compressor Cooling Down You have selected a higher vehicle level Due to frequent leve...

Page 488: ...oad level 3 to off road level 2 Do not drive faster than 20 mph 30 km h until the off road level 2 is reached Reduce speed to under 20 MPH You are driving too fast for the set vehicle level Do not dri...

Page 489: ...ontinue driving with added caution The lock function is unavailable Wait for the lock system to cool down The differential locks will be reactivat ed as soon as they have cooled down Stop vehicle enga...

Page 490: ...k Center as soon as possible Max Speed 25 MPH Speed too high for shifting proce dure Continue driving more slowly Max Speed 40 MPH Speed too high for shifting proce dure Continue driving more slowly S...

Page 491: ...ored under the cargo compartment floor The vehicle tool kit includes Towing eye bolt Wheel wrench Alignment bolt Vehicle jack Fuse chart Collapsible wheel chock Wheel bolts for spare wheel 1 Cargo com...

Page 492: ...r cargo compartment lip 5 You can now access the vehicle tool kit To remove the vehicle tool kit storage well casing proceed as described on page 495 With the cargo compartment cover blind installed b...

Page 493: ...g on vehicle production date your vehicle may be equipped with a scissors type jack located under the cargo compartment floor If so equipped only use this jack when jacking up the vehicle as otherwise...

Page 494: ...psed The handle must be folded in storage position Scissors type vehicle jack Storage position Take the reversible ratchet out of the vehicle tool kit Operational position 1 Scissors type vehicle jack...

Page 495: ...G The dimensions of the Minispare wheel are different from those of the road wheels As a result the vehicle handling characteristics change when driving with a Minispare wheel mounted Adapt your drivi...

Page 496: ...Loosen retaining screw 2 by turning it counterclockwise Remove vehicle tool kit storage well casing 3 You can now access the Minispare wheel Remove Minispare wheel 1 i For information on how to mount...

Page 497: ...Unlocking the driver s door Insert mechanical key 2 into the driver s door lock until it stops Turn mechanical key 2 counterclock wise to position 1 and hold it there Pull the door handle until the lo...

Page 498: ...ont passenger door and the rear doors manually Exit the vehicle Close the driver s door Enter the vehicle through the rear left door Press down the locking knob of the driver s door Exit the vehicle C...

Page 499: ...lot of lock 1 page 497 Turn lock 1 counterclockwise by 90 in direction of arrow Remove cover 2 page 497 3 Fuel filler flap release Pull red fuel filler flap release 3 in direction of arrow The fuel fi...

Page 500: ...l go Firmly press the top of the active head restraint cushion towards the head restraint cover in direction of arrow 3 until it engages Warning G For safety reasons have the active head re straints c...

Page 501: ...Vehicles with Rear seat entertainment system Take the reset tool out of the Mercedes Benz vehicle literature pouch 1 Reset tool 2 Active head restraint 1 Reset tool 2 Active head restraint 3 Rectangul...

Page 502: ...gages Repeat this procedure on the active head restraint for the second front seat After resetting the active head restraints store reset tool 1 in the Mercedes Benz vehicle literature pouch For infor...

Page 503: ...tteries Lithium type CR 2025 or equivalent Remove mechanical key 1 from the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO page 496 1 Mechanical key 2 Battery compartment Insert mechanical key 1 into opening Pr...

Page 504: ...batteries 3 under contact springs 4 with the positive terminal side facing up Return battery compartment 2 into housing until it locks into place Slide mechanical key 1 back into the SmartKey or Smar...

Page 505: ...when a bulb has been replaced See an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center for headlamp adjustment i If the headlamps or front fog lamps are fogged up on the inside as a result of high humid ity...

Page 506: ...enon bulbs yourself Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center D1S 35 W 4 Additional turn signal lamp LED 5 Side marker lamp WY 5 W Lamp Type 6 Turn signal lamp 3457 AK S 8 30 2 2 cp bulb...

Page 507: ...ockets can be very hot Allow the lamp to cool down before chang ing a bulb Keep bulbs out of reach of children Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas A bulb can explode if you touch or move it when hot...

Page 508: ...hood page 378 1 Housing cover for low beam halogen headlamp 2 Housing cover for high beam halogen bulb high beam and high beam flasher 3 Bulb socket for parking and standing lamp bulb 4 Bulb socket fo...

Page 509: ...ngages Place cover 1 on the opening in the headlamp housing Turn cover 1 clockwise until it engag es Bi Xenon low beam high beam headlamp High beam bulb halogen headlamp 1 High beam headlamp cover 2 B...

Page 510: ...lamp bulb 1 Bulb socket for turn signal lamp Turn bulb socket 1 counterclockwise Pull bulb socket 1 out of the headlamp housing Pull the turn signal bulb out of bulb socket 1 Insert the new turn signa...

Page 511: ...Front fog lamp or corner illuminating front fog lamp Insert a suitable object e g screwdriv er at point indicated by the arrow and pry out cover 1 Cover 1 is released Swing cover 1 outwards and take i...

Page 512: ...l it engages Additional turn signal lamps bulbs The additional turn signal lamps in the exterior rear view mirrors have LEDs If a malfunction occurs or LEDs fail to func tion the entire turn signal un...

Page 513: ...rtment Insert a suitable object such as a coin into the slot of lock 1 Turn lock 1 counterclockwise by 90 in direction of arrow Remove storage compartment 2 Opening the passenger side trim panel 1 Loc...

Page 514: ...ly Depending on which bulb needs to be replaced turn the respective bulb 1 5 counterclockwise Pull the bulb out of the housing Insert the new bulb into the bulb sock et Turn the bulb in the bulb socke...

Page 515: ...the center Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important To check and readjust a head lamp follow the steps described Park the vehicle on a level surface 25 feet 7 6 m from a vertical test screen...

Page 516: ...nt until the headlamp is adjust ed as shown 1 page 514 Turn clockwise for upward movement and counterclockwise for downward move ment Graduations screw 2 0 50 pitch screw 3 0 67 pitch The left and rig...

Page 517: ...suddenly turn on and cause injury Warning G Wiper blades are components that are sub ject to wear and tear Replace the wiper blades twice a year preferably in the spring and fall Otherwise the window...

Page 518: ...ff wipers and remove SmartKey from starter switch vehicles with KEYLESS GO Make sure the vehicle s on board electronics have status 0 before replacing a wiper blade Otherwise the motor could suddenly...

Page 519: ...per arm 1 and disengage wip er blade 2 by carefully sliding it in direction of arrow Remove wiper blade 2 Installing 1 Wiper arm 2 Wiper blade Insert wiper blade 2 into wiper arm 1 Hold wiper arm 1 an...

Page 520: ...from the starter switch Warning G The dimensions of the Minispare wheel are different from those of the road wheels As a result the vehicle handling characteristics change when driving with a Minispar...

Page 521: ...the vehicle briefly for wheel changes It is not suited for performing maintenance work under the vehicle To help avoid personal in jury use the jack only to lift the vehicle dur ing a wheel change Nev...

Page 522: ...ally opposite to the wheel being changed Changing wheel on a slight decline Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack on a level surface However should circumstances require you to do so on a slig...

Page 523: ...er side Example illustration Place wheel chock or another sizeable object behind both wheels on the side opposite to the side on which the wheel is to be changed 1 Wheel wrench On wheel to be changed...

Page 524: ...on an incline Warning G The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take up brackets Make sure the jack arm is fully seated in the jack take up bracket If you do not posit...

Page 525: ...lly seated in take up bracket 2 and the jack base evenly meets the ground Continue to turn crank ratchet 4 until the wheel is a maximum of 1 2 in 3 cm from the ground Removing the wheel 1 Alignment bo...

Page 526: ...paint damage place wheel flat against hub and hold it there while installing first wheel bolt Warning G Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or rusted Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts...

Page 527: ...erve a tightening torque of 110 lb ft 150 Nm Store jack and all other vehicle tool kit items back into the storage well Warning G Have the tightening torque checked after changing a wheel The wheels c...

Page 528: ...e 41 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 3 page 41 and hold it there for a maximum of 40 seconds or until the engine runs surge free If the engine does not start Wait for approximately...

Page 529: ...ling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal Many states require sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling i Mercedes Benz recommends to have the battery replaced at an autho...

Page 530: ...Truck Center for more information The factory equipped VRLA battery is leak proofed Only use a battery as replacement that has the same security features and is of identical size voltage and capacity...

Page 531: ...it be performed by a qualified technician or an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center only Please read the instructions fully before beginning operation and only undertake it if you feel fully...

Page 532: ...see illustration until you reach the perforated part Start cutting at the point indicated by the arrows Cut carpet using a sharp object knife etc Enter the front passenger compart ment Move the front...

Page 533: ...cal systems using the KEYLESS GO start stop button Open the driver s door With the driver s door open the vehicle s on board electronics have status 0 same as with the SmartKey removed from the starte...

Page 534: ...Negative terminal Disconnect battery negative lead 8 from negative terminal Remove positive terminal cover Disconnect the battery positive lead 7 Step 7 Removing 9 Battery ventilation hose a Attachmen...

Page 535: ...530 Step 10 Reconnecting If the battery has been removed first carry out step 8 in reverse order page 534 Open the driver s door Make sure all electrical consumers are turned off Make sure the SmartK...

Page 536: ...ttery power e g due to reconnection Set the clock page 174 Vehicles with COMAND system with naviga tion module Time and date are set auto matically Synchronize the door windows page 249 Synchronize th...

Page 537: ...over batteries while connecting or jump starting you might get injured Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes skin or clothing In case it does immed...

Page 538: ...le to charged battery 4 first Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery and run at idle speed Connect negative terminals 1 and 5 of the batteries with the second jumper cable Clamp the cabl...

Page 539: ...Towing with sling type equipment over bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports To prevent damage during transport do not tie down vehicle by its chassis or suspension parts Use the towing eyes S...

Page 540: ...t is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle Adapt your driving accordingly When towing the vehicle with all wheels on the gro...

Page 541: ...cle or you are being towed the towing eye bolt can be screwed into threaded holes which are located behind covers on the right hand side of each bumper 1 Cover Towing of the vehicle should only be don...

Page 542: ...ckwise to its stop and tighten with wheel wrench Removing towing eye bolt Loosen towing eye bolt 2 counter clockwise with wheel wrench Unscrew towing eye bolt 2 Store the towing eye bolt and wheel wre...

Page 543: ...l ly if the vehicle is heavily loaded Avoid pulling the vehicle abruptly or diago nally since it could result in damage to the chassis alignment Never try to free a vehicle that is still cou pled to a...

Page 544: ...be on P Turn off all electrical consumers Turn off the engine page 41 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch Vehicles with KEYLESS GO Open the driver s door this puts the starter switch in posit...

Page 545: ...ses page 379 Fuse box in cargo compartment The fuse box is located in the cargo com partment behind the passenger side trim panel 1 Lock 2 Cover Removing installing cover Open the tailgate page 122 In...

Page 546: ...Closing Hook cover 1 into the opening at the front Press cover 1 back on until it engag es Emergency engine shut down If the engine cannot be turned off as de scribed in the Getting started section pa...

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Page 548: ...Parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly V belt drive Engine Rims and tires Electrical system Main Dimensions Weights Fuels coolants lubricants 164 boo Seite 547 Freitag 30...

Page 549: ...ifferent parts for Mercedes Benz models are available Genuine Mercedes Benz Parts are subject ed to stringent quality inspections Each part has been specifically developed man ufactured or selected fo...

Page 550: ...ranty Emission System Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California Maine Massachusetts and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes...

Page 551: ...the lower edge of the windshield page 551 Example certification label U S vehicles 2 Paintwork code 3 VIN Example certification label Canada vehicles 2 Paintwork code 3 VIN i Data shown on certificati...

Page 552: ...le 5 Emission control information label includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission standards 6 Engine number engraved on engine 7 VIN lower edge of windshield i When ordering...

Page 553: ...er steering pump 5 Air conditioning compressor 6 Crankshaft 7 Idler pulley 8 Generator alternator GL 450 GL 550 1 Idler pulley 2 Idler pulley 3 Automatic belt tensioner 4 Power steering pump 5 Air con...

Page 554: ...in 92 90 mm Stroke 3 62 in 92 00 mm 3 38 in 86 00 mm Total piston displacement 182 cu in 2987 cm3 285 cu in 4663 cm3 Compression ratio 17 7 1 10 7 1 Output acc to SAE J 1349 215 hp 4000 rpm 160 kW 40...

Page 555: ...gasoline injection No of cylinders 8 Bore 3 86 in 98 00 mm Stroke 3 56 in 90 50 mm Total piston displacement 333 2 cu in 5461 cm3 Compression ratio 10 7 1 Output acc to SAE J 1349 382 hp 6000 rpm2 28...

Page 556: ...zed Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center A placard with the recommended tire inflation pressure is located on the driver s door B pillar page 550 Some vehicles may have supplemental tire inflation pressur...

Page 557: ...0 R20 109W All season tires1 265 60 R18 110H M S 275 55 R19 111H M S Rims light alloy 8 J x 18 H2 8 5 J x 19 H2 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 36 in 53 mm 2 20 in 56 mm 2 20 in 56 mm Winter tires1 2 1 R...

Page 558: ...tires1 2 1 Radial ply tires 2 Must not be used with snow chains 295 40 R21 111V XL Extra Load M S Rims light alloy 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 20 in 56 mm Winter tires1 3 3 Not available as factory...

Page 559: ...e inflation pressure on the yellow label located on the Minispare wheel rim If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the Minispare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator...

Page 560: ...V 1 7 kW 12 V 1 7 kW Battery 12 V 95 Ah 12 V 95 Ah Spark plugs NGK PLKR7A NGK PLKR7A Electrode gap 0 031 in 0 8 mm 0 031 in 0 8 mm Tightening torque 15 19 lb ft 20 25 Nm 15 19 lb ft 20 25 Nm Model GL...

Page 561: ...eight depending on set vehicle level 72 4 in 75 6 in 1840 mm 1920 mm Overall vehicle height depending on set vehicle level vehicles with enhanced off road package 72 4 in 76 8 in 1840 mm 1950 mm Wheel...

Page 562: ...561 Technical data Weights Weights Roof load max 198 lb 90 kg 164 boo Seite 561 Freitag 30 M rz 2007 12 54 12...

Page 563: ...n or clothing If a service fluid is swallowed contact a physician immediately Model Capacity Fuels coolants lubricants etc Engine with oil filter GL 320 CDI 9 0 US qt 8 5 l Approved engine oils GL 450...

Page 564: ...ne engine Premium unleaded gasoline Minimum Posted Octane 91 Avg of 96 RON 86 MON Diesel engine ULTRA LOW SULFUR HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL 15 ppm SULFUR MAXIMUM Air conditioning system All models R 134a ref...

Page 565: ...als longer than those called for by the Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Please follow Maintenance System re...

Page 566: ...can cause serious personal injury Never allow sparks flame or smoking mate rials near gasoline Turn off the engine before refueling Whenever you are around gasoline avoid in haling fumes and skin or...

Page 567: ...sitation Unstable idle Knocking pinging Misfire Power loss In areas where carbon deposits may be encountered due to lack of availability of gasolines which contain these additives Mercedes Benz recomm...

Page 568: ...approved products of equal specification refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet USA only or contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center To provide important corrosion prote...

Page 569: ...strongly recommended for use in your vehicle MB 325 0 Anticorrosion Antifreeze agent Before the start of the winter season or once a year in hot southern regions you should have the anticorrosion anti...

Page 570: ...adlamp washer fluid mixing ration For temperatures above freezing point use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit and water 1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts water 1 34 fl oz 40 ml MB SummerFit...

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Page 572: ...ressure Air recirculation mode 222 237 Air suspension program 278 Adaptive Damping System ADS 278 Messages in the multifunction display 486 Vehicle level control 279 Air vents 227 Air vents Rear 245 A...

Page 573: ...when driving 128 Automatic transmission 56 Accelerator position 195 Emergency operation limp home mode 200 Gear ranges 197 Gear selector lever 56 189 Gear selector lever position 192 Gear shifting mal...

Page 574: ...der Capacities and recommended fuel lubricants 562 Card holder 33 37 320 Cargo compartment cover blind 310 Cargo net 312 Cargo tie down rings 302 Carpets Cleaning 433 Carriers 295 Catalytic converter...

Page 575: ...ent and Data System see COMAND System Cold tire inflation pressure 416 Collapsible wheel chock 494 COMAND System see separate operating instructions Combination switch 61 62 64 147 Compass 344 Adjustm...

Page 576: ...204 Messages in the multifunction display 488 Switching 205 Difficulties While driving 65 While starting 59 Digital clock see Clock Digital speedometer 155 163 Dimensions Vehicle 560 Direction of rot...

Page 577: ...60 Tips 195 With Distronic 270 Driving off 60 Driving safety systems 4 ETS 107 ABS 101 BAS 103 EBP 107 ESP 103 Driving systems 255 Adaptive Damping System ADS 278 Air suspension program 278 Cruise con...

Page 578: ...450 GL 550 552 Belt layout GL 320 CDI 552 Break in recommendations 380 Cleaning 427 Compartment 378 Emergency engine shut down 545 Malfunction indicator lamp 29 Maximum engine speed 153 553 Number 55...

Page 579: ...g lamps 146 Corner illuminating front fog lamps 147 Messages in the multifunction display 478 Rear fog lamp 146 Replacing bulbs 510 4 ETS 107 Off road 4 ETS 108 Front air bags 79 Front defroster 221 2...

Page 580: ...189 Messages in the multifunction display 459 Position indicator 192 197 Transmission position 192 Global locking unlocking see Key SmartKey Glove box 315 Good visibility 208 Gross Axle Weight Rating...

Page 581: ...1 147 High mounted brake lamp 505 Hill start assist system 196 Hinged quarter windows see Power windows Hood 378 Messages in the multifunction display 474 Opening 378 Hooks Loading 304 Horn 25 HVAC se...

Page 582: ...ure 249 Opening the tilt sliding sunroof Summer opening feature 249 Remote control 112 Replacing batteries 502 Selective setting 114 Starter switch positions 42 Starting the engine 56 Turning off the...

Page 583: ...ics 29 439 440 ESP 27 441 Fog lamps Front rear 143 Front passenger front air bag off 31 32 80 Fuel reserve 29 446 High beam headlamps 29 Instrument cluster 26 28 436 437 438 439 440 441 442 443 444 44...

Page 584: ...message 423 Maintenance System 422 Resetting service indicator 424 Service indicator message 422 Service term exceeded 423 Maintenance System 422 Manual headlamp mode see Headlamps Maximum cooling MAX...

Page 585: ...battery 466 Windshield washer fluid 483 Multifunction steering wheel 30 156 Button operation 156 N Navigation system 166 See separate COMAND System operating instructions Net Cargo 312 Net Parcel 319...

Page 586: ...ssenger footwell 319 Front seat backrests 319 Parking 67 350 On hills 67 Over things that burn Potential consequences 67 371 Parking brake 59 67 Lamps Indicator and warning 437 Messages in the multifu...

Page 587: ...ture 249 Synchronizing Door windows 249 Practical hints 490 Premium unleaded gasoline 565 Problems While driving 65 With starting see Starting difficulties With the vehicle 18 Product information 9 Pr...

Page 588: ...mps Front 504 505 510 High beam headlamps 504 505 508 License plate lamps 504 505 514 Low beam headlamps 504 505 507 Parking standing lamps 504 505 509 511 513 Side marker lamps Front 504 505 507 510...

Page 589: ...Selector lever see Gear selector lever Self test Lamps in the instrument cluster 436 OCS 86 Tele Aid 332 Vehicle battery 528 Service and warranty information 10 Service intervals see Maintenance Serv...

Page 590: ...er switch 25 42 Positions 42 Starting difficulties Engine 59 Starting Engine 56 Steep terrain Driving 358 Steering column 49 50 Steering wheel 48 Adjustment Electrically 50 Adjustment Manually 49 Butt...

Page 591: ...ne 553 Engine oil 562 564 Engine oil additives 564 Fuel requirements 565 Fuels coolants lubricants etc 562 Gasoline additives 566 Main dimensions 560 Premium unleaded gasoline 565 Rims 555 Tires 555 W...

Page 592: ...wn rings 302 Tightening torque Screws crossbars 298 299 300 Wheel bolts 526 Tilt sliding sunroof see Power tilt sliding sunroof Time 174 TIN 410 417 Tire and Loading Information Placard 388 Terminolog...

Page 593: ...alfunction telltale 444 Traction 352 414 418 Tread 418 Tread depth 386 420 Treadwear indicators 418 Vehicle maximum load on 418 Wear pattern 419 Winter tires 420 Tongue Weight Rating see TWR Tools 490...

Page 594: ...ing in an emergency 496 Modifications and alterations Operating safety 17 Proper use of 17 Total load limit 418 Towing 538 Washing 425 Weights 561 Vehicle and trailer weights and ratings 365 Vehicle c...

Page 595: ...tening torque 526 Wheel Tires and 384 Wheels Sizes 556 Window curtain air bags 80 Windows see Power windows Windows cleaning 431 Windshield Cleaning 431 Cleaning wiper blades 431 Cleaning Windshield w...

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Page 600: ...serve the right to make changes in design and equipment Therefore information illustrations and descriptions in this Operator s Manual might differ from your vehicle Reprinting translation and copying...

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