Mercedes-Benz GLS 2023 Operator'S Manual Download Page 285

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Uncouple the trailer.

Place the cover on the ball neck mount.

Vehicle towing instructions

The vehicle is not suitable for use of tow bar sys-

tems used for flat towing or dinghy towing, for

example. Attaching and using tow bar systems

can result in damage to the vehicle. When you are

towing a vehicle with tow bar systems, safe driving

characteristics cannot be guaranteed for the tow-

ing vehicle or the towed vehicle. The vehicle-

trailer combination may swerve from side to side.
Observe the following information:

Permitted towing methods (

page 366)

Notes on towing with both axles on the ground

(

page 367)

Driving and parking 283

Summary of Contents for GLS 2023

Page 1: ...enu item Vehicle information Start with the quick guide or broaden your knowledge with practical tips Here you can find comprehensive information about operating your vehicle and about services and gu...

Page 2: ...Mercedes Benz AG Vehicle manufacturer Mercedes Benz AG Mercedesstra e 120 70372 Stuttgart Germany Front passenger air bag warning Air bag warning sticker for USA and Canada WARNING Risk of injury or d...

Page 3: ...ay vary and depends on the following factors R Model R Order R National version R Availability Your vehicle may therefore differ in individual cases from that described and shown in the illus trations...

Page 4: ...tes for persons with electronic medical aids 30 Problems with your vehicle 31 Reporting safety defects 31 Limited Warranty 32 QR code for rescue card 32 Data storage 32 Copyright 37 Occupant safety 38...

Page 5: ...ument display and on board computer 284 Overview of instrument display 285 Overview of the buttons on the steering wheel 286 Operating the on board computer 286 Overview of displays in the instrument...

Page 6: ...wheel 405 Technical data 408 Notes on technical data 408 Vehicle electronics 408 Regulatory radio identification and notes 410 Vehicle identification plate VIN and engine number overview 411 Operatin...

Page 7: ...vi ronmentally responsible disposal Observe environmental notes NOTE Damage to property due to failure to observe notes on material damage Notes on material damage inform you of risks which may lead t...

Page 8: ...Left hand drive vehicles 6 At a glance Cockpit...

Page 9: ...n off 291 C z Calls up navigation 293 D Calls up radio or media 293 E Calls up the telephone 293 F Switch panel for Individual wheel control vehicles without off road package or 258 Transfer case vehi...

Page 10: ...ts the steering wheel electrically 118 Switches the steering wheel heater on off 119 P Control panel On board computer 286 Cruise control 221 H Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC 224 Q Diagnostics conne...

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Page 12: ...Instrument display 10 At a glance Warning and indicator lamps...

Page 13: ...tem USA only 492 J Brakes yellow Canada only 492 A Electrical malfunction 488 B L Distance warning 495 C ABS 497 D Power steering 487 E h Tire pressure monitoring system 499 F 8 Reserve fuel with fuel...

Page 14: ...12 At a glance Overhead control panel...

Page 15: ...nt interior lighting on off 155 5 u Switches the rear interior lighting on off 155 6 p Switches the right hand reading lamp on off 155 7 me button 318 8 G SOS button 318 9 3 Opens closes the panorama...

Page 16: ...14 At a glance Door operating unit and seat adjustment...

Page 17: ...q Opens closes the tailgate 79 9 W Opens closes the right side window 86 A W Opens closes the rear right side window 86 B S Child safety lock for the rear side win dows 69 C W Opens closes the rear le...

Page 18: ...16 At a glance Control settings in the rear passenger compartment...

Page 19: ...ff 115 6 Adjusts the rear seats electrically 103 Mercedes Maybach vehicles adjusts a reclin ing rear seat electrically 103 7 Mercedes Maybach vehicles operates the memory function 122 8 Mercedes Mayba...

Page 20: ...18 At a glance Emergencies and breakdowns...

Page 21: ...ting fluids 412 Jump starting 364 6 Tow starting or towing away 367 7 Flat tire 355 8 Tow starting or towing away 367 9 Fuel filler flap with information label on fuel type 201 Information label on ti...

Page 22: ...hicle R Tips find information that prepares you for certain everyday situations with your vehicle R Animations watch animations of the vehicle functions R Messages receive additional information about...

Page 23: ...ntry on the tab bar in the multimedia system Instrument Display call up brief information as display messages in the instrument cluster Voice Control System call up via the voice control system For sa...

Page 24: ...the vehicle while sta tionary Drive carefully and maintain a suitable distance from the vehicle in front Avoid frequent sudden acceleration and braking Change gear in good time and use each gear only...

Page 25: ...manufactured or selected for Mercedes Benz vehicles and adapted to them Therefore only Mercedes Benz GenuineParts should be used More than 300 000 different Mercedes Benz Gen uineParts are available f...

Page 26: ...der The on demand feature is activated when operating the vehicle Speeding up activation Switch the vehicle off and lock it Unlock the vehicle after about two minutes and switch on the vehicle The on...

Page 27: ...in the Service and Guarantee booklet or simply call the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center USA on the hotline number 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 800 367 6372 or Cus tomer Service Canada on 1 800 387 0...

Page 28: ...ite if they come into contact with hot parts of the exhaust system When driving on an unpaved road or off road check the vehicle underside regu larly In particular remove trapped plant parts or other...

Page 29: ...damaged com ponent parts you may be electrocuted High voltage components may be damaged in an accident although the damage may not be visible Never perform modifications to compo nent parts of high v...

Page 30: ...ause undesired operation of the devices Les metteurs r cepteurs dans cette v hicule sont conforme aux CNR d Innovation Sciences et D veloppement conomique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempt...

Page 31: ...ave the following effects R Malfunctions in the vehicle system R Permanent damage to vehicle components Please refer to the warranty terms and conditions for this matter Moreover connecting equipment...

Page 32: ...of vehicle is not driven safely an acci dent can occur the vehicle can roll over and occupants can suffer serious or even fatal inju ries In a rollover crash an unbelted person is signifi cantly more...

Page 33: ...ufacturers under Title 49 Code of U S Federal Regulations Part 575 pursuant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could caus...

Page 34: ...er flap and on the opposite side on the B pillar In the event of an accident rescue services can use the QR code to quickly find the appropriate rescue card for your vehicle The current rescue card co...

Page 35: ...ed by control units This includes the following data for example R vehicle status information such as the speed longitudinal acceleration lateral acceleration number of wheel revolutions or the fasten...

Page 36: ...the selected equipment you can import data into vehicle infotainment functions yourself Depending on the vehicle equipment this includes the following data for example R multimedia data such as music...

Page 37: ...processed and used other than for the provision of services is done so exclusively on the basis of legal permis sion This is the case for example for a legally prescribed emergency call system a contr...

Page 38: ...trivial crash situation occurs no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driv ing conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and accident location is recorded However other parties such as...

Page 39: ...arks R Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Blue tooth SIG Inc R DTS is a registered trademark of DTS Inc R Dolby and MLP are registered trademarks of DOLBY Laboratories R ESP and PRE SAFE are regis...

Page 40: ...osition with their back against the seat backrest R Sit with their feet resting on the floor if possi ble R Always secure persons under 5 ft 1 50 m tall in an additional restraint system suitable for...

Page 41: ...ystem are determined based on the evaluation of the sensor values measured at vari ous points in the vehicle This process is pre emp tive in nature The restraint system components must be triggered de...

Page 42: ...difficulties to persons suffering from asthma or other pulmonary conditions Provided it is safe to do so leave the vehicle immediately or open the window in order to prevent breathing difficulties Ai...

Page 43: ...n and the seat The seat belts on the following seats are equipped with a special seat belt retractor R Front passenger seat R Rear passenger compartment seats Activate or deactivate the special seat b...

Page 44: ...for example Modified Emergency Tensioning Devices could accidentally trigger or fail to function as inten ded Never modify the seat belt system for example the seat belt seat belt buckle Emergency Te...

Page 45: ...aint system when the front passenger seat is unoccupied and a seat belt is buckled When the front passenger seat is unoccupied and the seat belt tongue of the seat belt is engaged in the seat belt buc...

Page 46: ...tone may sound When the driver s and front passenger s doors are closed and the driver and front passenger have fastened their seat belts the seat belt warning will go out In the following cases the s...

Page 47: ...rect page 49 NOTE Deployment of components of the restraint system when the front passenger seat is unoccupied In an accident the components of the restraint system may deploy unnecessarily on the fro...

Page 48: ...n forwards or against the door or side window You may otherwise be in the deployment area of the airbags R The occupants must always keep their feet on the floor Do not put your feet on the cockpit fo...

Page 49: ...es to the vehicle occupants by deploying This may be the case in particular if the airbag is integrated into the seat Always stow and secure objects cor rectly Before commencing your journey make sure...

Page 50: ...seat page 66 A person on the front passenger seat must observe the following information R Fasten seat belts correctly page 40 R Sit in an almost upright seat position with their back against the seat...

Page 51: ...of the front passenger air bag is dis played via the PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps after the self test R ON is lit the front passenger air bag may deploy during an accident The indicator lamp goes...

Page 52: ...ure of the child the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp may be off In this case do not fit the rearward facing child restraint system to the front passenger seat Instead fit the rearward facing chil...

Page 53: ...cupied by a person of smaller stature e g a teenager or small adult the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is either lit continuously or remains off depending on the classification If the PASSENGER...

Page 54: ...ell or behind the seat The automatic adjustment of the seat position may result in damage to the seat and or the object Stow objects in a suitable place Backing up the PRE SAFE system measures If an a...

Page 55: ...ht system R Triggering an automatic emergency call page 326 R Switching off the engine To start the vehicle again switch the vehicle off and on once more page 176 Depend ing on the type and severity o...

Page 56: ...seat R a rearward facing child seat R a forward facing child seat R a child booster seat with a backrest and seat belt guide Mercedes Benz recommends using a child booster seat with a backrest The chi...

Page 57: ...he child restraint system The child can then not be protected or restrained as intended Be sure to comply with the manufactur er s installation instructions for the child restraint system and its corr...

Page 58: ...or this child restraint system by the child restraint system s manufacturer Use only child restraint systems that are in proper working condition WARNING Risk of injury or death caused by the use of d...

Page 59: ...cle When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Keep the vehicle SmartKey out of reach of children WARNING Risk of fatal injury due to expo sure to extreme heat or...

Page 60: ...the vehicle immediately in accord ance with the traffic conditions Activate the special seat belt retractor again and correctly secure the child restraint system When enabled the special seat belt re...

Page 61: ...y or the red lock verification indicator will be visible folding the rear seat back mechani cally WARNING Risk of injury or death if the permissible gross mass of the child and child restraint system...

Page 62: ...e third row of seats adjust the front seat so that it does not touch the child restraint system and move the seat backrest on the front seat into an upright position if necessary O If the head restrai...

Page 63: ...aint system is installed tilt the backrest on the reclining rear seat back slightly Remove upholstered lining 1 Vehicles without reclining rear seats fold upholstered lining 1 upwards Turn the support...

Page 64: ...seat backrest is not engaged and locked in place this will be shown on the display on the Instrument Display folding the rear seat back electrically or the red lock verification indicator will be visi...

Page 65: ...ead restraint bars If cargo compartment cover 3 is installed guide Top Tether belt 5 downwards between cargo compartment cover 3 and seat back rest 2 Hook Top Tether hook 6 of Top Tether belt 5 into T...

Page 66: ...tallation instructions If necessary slide head restraint 1 down wards page 110 Make sure that you do not interfere with the correct routing of Top Tether belt 4 Securing the child restraint system wit...

Page 67: ...seat backrest of the rear seat O If the head restraint of the child seat cannot be fully extended when it is installed in the vehicle this will result in restrictions on the maximum size setting for c...

Page 68: ...stem on the front passenger seat the front passenger air bag must always be deactivated This is the case only if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is lit continuously page 49 R If the PASSENGER...

Page 69: ...could affect the function of the automatic front passenger airbag shut off Do not place any objects between the seat surface and the child restraint sys tem Always make sure that the child restraint...

Page 70: ...ld in the vehicle If persons particularly children are subjected to prolonged exposure to intense heat or cold there is a risk of severe injury or even death Never leave persons particularly chil dren...

Page 71: ...ff via the switch on the corresponding rear door or driver s door Notes on pets in the vehicle WARNING Risk of accident and injury due to animals left unsecured or unattended in the vehicle If you lea...

Page 72: ...Never leave animals in the vehicle unat tended Always correctly secure animals while driving e g using a suitable animal car rier 70 Occupant safety...

Page 73: ...of reach of children NOTE Damage to the SmartKey caused by magnetic fields Keep the SmartKey away from strong magnetic fields Vehicle key with panic alarm 1 To lock 2 Indicator lamp 3 Unlocks 4 Opens...

Page 74: ...tton twice R Vehicles with KEYLESS GO if you touch the inner surface of the door handle on the driv er s door only the driver s door and the fuel filler flap will be unlocked Deactivating the function...

Page 75: ...e internal burns to occur within two hours There is a risk of fatal injury Keep batteries out of the reach of chil dren If the cap and or the battery compart ment does not close securely do not use th...

Page 76: ...tery using the indicator lamp page 71 Replace the SmartKey battery if necessary page 73 Use the replacement key Use the emergency key to lock or unlock page 77 Have the SmartKey checked at a qualified...

Page 77: ...ssenger and rear doors This does not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap The vehicle is not unlocked R if you have locked the vehicle using the Smart Key R if you have locked the vehicle using KEYLESS...

Page 78: ...ible causes R The function of the SmartKey has been deacti vated R The SmartKey battery is weak or discharged Activate the function of the SmartKey page 72 Check the battery using the indicator lamp p...

Page 79: ...on a roller dyna mometer Power closing function WARNING Risk of becoming trapped when the doors close automatically Body parts or objects can become trapped causing injuries Ensure that no body parts...

Page 80: ...edes Maybach vehicles the vehicle is equip ped with electrically extendable running boards If you have selected the automatic mode in the mul timedia system page 79 the running board will extend autom...

Page 81: ...ction The running boards extend at the side during extension During retraction the running boards are integrated in the side skirt Make sure that there is sufficient space during extension and retract...

Page 82: ...te is stopped in an intermediate position pull it upwards Release it as soon as it begins to open If an obstacle obstructs the tailgate during the automatic opening process blockage detection will sto...

Page 83: ...le To close the tailgate pull the tailgate down wards slightly Release it as soon as it begins to close WARNING Risk of becoming trapped dur ing automatic closing of the tailgate Body parts may become...

Page 84: ...automati cally open again slightly Automatic blockage detection with reversing function is only an aid It is not a substitute for your attentiveness when you are closing the tailgate During the closin...

Page 85: ...e detection range of the sensors NOTE Vehicle damage due to uninten tional opening of the tailgate R When using an automatic car wash R When using a high pressure cleaner Deactivate the function of th...

Page 86: ...not secured correctly R Work is being done on the trailer hitch trailers or rear bicycle racks Deactivate the function of the key page 72 or do not carry the key about your person in such situations...

Page 87: ...the emergency key Requirements R Not for Mercedes Maybach vehicles R The rear seat backrest has been folded forward R The cargo compartment cover has been removed Remove the emergency key page 73 Inse...

Page 88: ...ea If someone is trapped release the but ton immediately or press the button in order to reopen the side window WARNING Risk of becoming trapped when children operate the side windows Children could b...

Page 89: ...ua tions During the closing process make sure that no body parts are in the closing area If someone becomes trapped press the W button to open the side window again Convenience opening ventilating the...

Page 90: ...osed R The sliding sunroof will be closed R The panoramic sliding sunroof will be closed To interrupt convenience closing release the button To continue convenience closing press and hold the button a...

Page 91: ...ry page 73 Sliding sunroof Opening and closing the sliding sunroof The term sliding sunroof also refers to the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel WARNING Risk of becoming trapped when the sli...

Page 92: ...TE Damage caused by protruding objects Objects that protrude from the sliding sunroof may damage the seals Do not allow anything to protrude from the sliding sunroof NOTE Damage to the sliding sunroof...

Page 93: ...vehicle interior raise the slid ing sunroof The roller sunblind will open slightly Operating the roller sunblind for the sliding sun roof from the rear passenger compartment To open press button 1 To...

Page 94: ...ped or Briefly press the button in any direction during the automatic closing process The closing process will be stopped Automatic functions of the sliding sunroof The term sliding sunroof also refer...

Page 95: ...of is closed The sliding sunroof will be closed with increased force If the sliding sunroof is obstructed again and opens again slightly Repeat the previous step The sliding sunroof will be closed aga...

Page 96: ...erated with the buttons for the side windows in the driver s door and in the rear doors 1 Rear left side window roller sunblind 2 Rear right side window roller sunblind To close fully briefly pull the...

Page 97: ...ically in the following situations R after the vehicle is unlocked with the Smart Key R after the vehicle is unlocked using KEYLESS GO R after the start stop button is pressed with the SmartKey in the...

Page 98: ...w away alarm Multimedia system 4 5 Settings 5 Quick Access Activate or deactivate Tow away Protection The tow away alarm is activated again in the fol lowing cases R The vehicle is unlocked again R A...

Page 99: ...R when the panoramic sliding sunroof is open Activating deactivating interior protection Multimedia system 4 5 Settings 5 Quick Access Activate or deactivate Interior Motion Sensor Interior protectio...

Page 100: ...as possible taking the following points into consideration R You are sitting in an upright position R Your thighs are slightly supported by the seat cushion R Your legs are not fully extended and you...

Page 101: ...motion Before starting the vehicle in particular adjust the driver s seat head restraint steering wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt WARNING Risk of becoming trapped if the seat height is adju...

Page 102: ...center of your shoulder WARNING Risk of injury due to excessive strain on the grab handle If you apply your full body weight to the grab handle or pull it abruptly the grab handle may be damaged or b...

Page 103: ...correct seat adjustment Requirements R The power supply is switched on You can call up the following functions for the front passenger seat R Seat adjustment R Seat heating R Seat ventilation R Memor...

Page 104: ...he rear passenger compartment page 103 Mercedes Maybach vehicles if the front passenger seat is in the foremost position you can set the seat backrest at a very steep angle This will provide a better...

Page 105: ...iddle seat backrest is adjusted together with the left seat 1 Head restraint height 2 Seat backrest inclination 3 Seat fore and aft position Save the settings with the memory function page 122 Adjusti...

Page 106: ...ched on To set the fully reclined position press button 1 R The rear seat will move into the fully reclined position R The rear seat head restraint will move R The leg rest will rise R The front passe...

Page 107: ...ely in the vehicle Folding the rear seats on the second row of seats forwards and back electrically WARNING Risk of injury due to seat backrests folded forwards If the seat backrest of the rear seat i...

Page 108: ...ter arm rest is folded up R Vehicles with an extended center console the stowage compartment in the center console is closed R Vehicles with a folding rear armrest the rear armrest has been folded up...

Page 109: ...the third row of seats The head restraint will move downwards The seat backrest will move into the front position The rear seat will move forwards until it unlocks The rear seat will then tip forward...

Page 110: ...uter sides and rear sides of the seats on the second row of seats Release loops on the second row of seats Release loops on the rear sides of the second row of seats Pull one of release loops 1 Fold t...

Page 111: ...ad restraints of the front and rear seats Otherwise you will not be able to adjust the height and angle of the head restraints correctly Adjust the head restraint fore and aft position so that it is a...

Page 112: ...when you adjust the seat backrest inclination using the button on the door operating unit Adjusting the head restraints of the rear seats mechanically Depending on the vehicle equipment you can mechan...

Page 113: ...ts to the very bottom Installing removing the head restraint of the mid dle rear seat on the second row Removing Release the middle rear seat backrest and fold it forward slightly page 130 Pull the he...

Page 114: ...hion hold addi tional cushion 1 against the head restraint and push press studs 2 into the counterpie ces The push button on the bottom of the head restraint is located in a recess To remove the addit...

Page 115: ...ver s seat steering wheel outside mirrors and seat contour will auto matically be adapted to the driver Select On or Off This setting is available only for individual user profiles For the guest profi...

Page 116: ...Can promote deeper respiration and hence improve circula tion and blood pressure R Active Workout Backrest and Active Work out Cushion These programs require your cooperation Alternating between tens...

Page 117: ...switch on the seat heating To protect against overheating the seat heating may be temporarily deactivated after it has been switched on repeatedly NOTE Damage to the seats caused by objects or docume...

Page 118: ...seat heating will automatically switch down from the three heating levels after 8 10 and 20 minutes until the seat heating is switched off Setting the panel heating Multimedia system 4 5 Settings 5 V...

Page 119: ...hicle settings while the vehicle is in motion You could lose control of the vehicle in the fol lowing situations in particular R If you adjust the driver s seat the head restraint the steering wheel o...

Page 120: ...to the steering wheel Locking Fold release lever 1 up as far as it will go Check and make sure that the steering col umn is locked by moving the steering wheel Adjusting the steering wheel electrical...

Page 121: ...ING Risk of becoming trapped dur ing adjustment of the easy entry and exit feature You and other vehicle occupants particularly children could become trapped Ensure that no one has a body part in the...

Page 122: ...s seat will move back to the last driving position in the following cases R You switch the power supply or the vehicle on when the driver s door is closed R You close the driver s door when the vehic...

Page 123: ...R Front seat R Outside mirrors R Head up display R Steering column R Seat contour Operating the memory function Storing Set the desired position for all systems Briefly press the V memory button and...

Page 124: ...raint You can save the following settings for the rear passenger compartment seat R Position of the seat backrest and head restraint R Seat heating distribution of the heated sec tions of the seat cus...

Page 125: ...e button does not light up Press corresponding preset position button 4 or T The rear passenger compartment seat will move to the stored position Operating the front passenger seat and rear passenger...

Page 126: ...tons on the door operating unit in the rear passenger compartment page 98 Ensure that the indicator lamp in button 1 lights up Press memory button M and within three sec onds press preset position bu...

Page 127: ...or be thrown around and thereby hit vehi cle occupants There is a risk of injury particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction Always stow objects in such a way that the...

Page 128: ...nt passenger air bag shut off or damage the system Please observe the notes on the function of the automatic front passenger air bag shut off page 48 WARNING Risk of accident or injury when using the...

Page 129: ...into contact with these parts of the vehicle you could burn yourself Always be particularly careful around the tailpipe and the tailpipe trims and super vise children especially closely in this area A...

Page 130: ...depending on vehicle equipment 3 Stowage telephone compartment with cup holder in the front center console 3 Mercedes Maybach vehicles stowage tele phone compartment with temperature con trolled cup...

Page 131: ...table panels together and swing in the folding table Opening the stowage box in the backrest in the rear compartment NOTE Damage to the rear armrest due to body weight When folded out the rear armres...

Page 132: ...NING Risk of accident if the seat and seat backrest are not engaged The seat and seat backrest can fold forwards There is a risk of the following in particular R The vehicle occupant may be pressed ag...

Page 133: ...g rear armrest the rear armrest has been folded up Seven seater example To fold the left or right seat backrest for wards briefly press one of buttons 1 The head restraint on the seat backrest will mo...

Page 134: ...t briefly pull one of buttons 1 The rear seat will fold back Vehicles with a center seat backrest the cen ter seat backrest will fold back together with the left seat backrest If a seat backrest is no...

Page 135: ...buttons 1 In the cargo compartment briefly press one of buttons 1 Folding back the seat backrest on the third row of seats Left hand drive vehicle example In the rear passenger compartment briefly pre...

Page 136: ...rtic ularly in the event of abrupt changes in direc tion sudden braking or an accident Always stow objects in such a way that they cannot be thrown around Secure objects luggage or loads against slipp...

Page 137: ...efore commencing your journey R Horizontal position Installing or removing the cargo compartment cover Requirements R The cargo compartment cover is rolled up Removing the cargo compartment cover Pres...

Page 138: ...on sudden braking or an accident Always stow objects in such a way that they cannot be thrown around Secure objects luggage or loads against slipping or tipping over e g by using tie downs even if you...

Page 139: ...necessary To remove pull the belt clamps until the lash ing straps are loose Remove hooks 2 from eyelets 3 on the left and right Remove the top guide rod from holders 1 Overview of the tie down eyes...

Page 140: ...ve the notes on loading the vehicle page 125 Subject the bag hooks to a maximum load of 6 6 lbs 3 kg and do not attach any goods to them 1 Bag hook Coat hook on the tailgate This equipment is availabl...

Page 141: ...ving the maximum permitted head room clearance If the vehicle height is greater than the maxi mum permitted headroom clearance the roof and other parts of the vehicle may be dam aged Observe the signp...

Page 142: ...tom Also comply with the notes on loading the vehicle page 125 R Drive attentively and avoid suddenly pulling away braking and steering as well as rapid cornering R When transporting roof loads and wh...

Page 143: ...h on on cup holder 1 press button 2 repeatedly until the blue keep cool or red keep warm indicator lamp on the button lights up If you use the heating function the metal insert of the cup holder will...

Page 144: ...ocket leave the cover of the stowage compart ment open Using the 115 V socket in the rear passenger compartment DANGER Risk of fatal injuries due to a damaged connecting cable or a damaged socket You...

Page 145: ...pecific to the country you are in R Only connect devices up to a maximum of 150 W 1 3 A R Do not use multiple socket outlets Depending on the vehicle equipment the design of the center console and sto...

Page 146: ...covered vent grille on the refrigerator box If you cover the vent grille for the refrigerator box it may overheat Always make sure that the vent grille is not covered The vent grille for the refriger...

Page 147: ...2 repeatedly until both indicator lamps go out Wireless charging of the mobile phone and con nection with the exterior antenna Notes on wirelessly charging the mobile phone WARNING Risk of injury due...

Page 148: ...w age compartment caused by liquids If liquids enter the mobile phone stowage compartment the compartment may be dam aged Ensure that no liquids enter the mobile phone stowage compartment Always obser...

Page 149: ...system display The mat can be removed for cleaning e g using clean lukewarm water Wirelessly charging a mobile phone in the rear passenger compartment NOTE Damage to the drawer in the center console o...

Page 150: ...in the driver s footwell may impede pedal travel or block a depressed pedal This jeopardizes the operating and road safety of the vehicle Stow all objects in the vehicle securely so that they cannot g...

Page 151: ...rresponding seat on the second row of seats forwards Removing floor mats Pull the floor mat off holders 2 Remove the floor mat Vehicles with a third row of seats all vehicles except Mercedes Maybach v...

Page 152: ...switch position 5 L Low beam high beam 6 R Switches the rear fog light on off When low beam is activated the T indicator lamp for the parking lamp will be deactivated and replaced by the L low beam i...

Page 153: ...In such cases turn the light switch to L The automatic driving lights are only an aid You are responsible for vehicle lighting Switching the rear fog light on off Requirements R The light switch is in...

Page 154: ...rection of arrow 2 or 4 The corresponding turn signal light will flash three times To indicate permanently push the combina tion switch beyond the point of resistance in the direction of arrow 2 or 4...

Page 155: ...ctive until after the vehicle has left the roundabout or the intersection Active headlamps Active headlamps function R The headlamps follow the steering move ments R Relevant areas are better illumina...

Page 156: ...ions Adaptive Highbeam Assist automatically switches between the following types of light R Low beam R High beam At speeds greater than 19 mph 30 km h R If no other road users are detected the high be...

Page 157: ...4 5 Settings 5 Light 5 Locator Lighting When Locator Lighting is active the exterior light ing lights up for 40 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked When you start the vehicle the sur round lighting...

Page 158: ...ones The ACCENT AMBIANCE and ROOF zones can be set separately Activating multi color lighting Select Color Select Multi color Select a color combination Activating multi color animation Select Color S...

Page 159: ...matic wiping normal 3 Automatic wiping frequent 4 Continuous wiping slow 5 Continuous wiping fast Turn the combination switch to the corre sponding position 1 5 Single wipe washing push the button on...

Page 160: ...WARNING Risk of becoming trapped if the windshield wipers are switched on while wiper blades are being replaced If the windshield wipers begin to move while you are changing the wiper blades you can...

Page 161: ...the new wiper blade into the wiper arm in the direction of arrow 1 Slide catch 2 in the direction of arrow 3 until it engages in the locking position Make sure that the wiper blade is seated cor rect...

Page 162: ...MAGIC VISION CONTROL Moving the wiper arms into the replacement posi tion Switch off the vehicle Within around 15 seconds press the button on the combination switch page 157 The wiper arms will move i...

Page 163: ...iper blades regu larly and replace them in the event of visible damage or ongoing smearing Replacing the rear window wiper blade WARNING Risk of becoming trapped if the windshield wipers are switched...

Page 164: ...ticular R If you adjust the driver s seat the head restraint the steering wheel or the mirror while the vehicle is in motion R If you fasten your seat belt while the vehi cle is in motion Before start...

Page 165: ...e mir rors press and hold button 2 You will hear a click and the mirror will audibly click into place The outside mirror will now be set to the correct position Automatic anti glare mirror function WA...

Page 166: ...es parking easier In the following situations the front passenger outside mirror will swivel downwards in the direc tion of the rear wheel on the front passenger s side R The parking position is store...

Page 167: ...quipment such as toll systems can be mounted only on areas 1 of the wind shield that are permeable to radio waves Areas permeable to radio waves 1 are best visi ble from outside the vehicle when the w...

Page 168: ...re on the driver s side 2 A Calls up the air conditioning menu 3 H Sets the airflow or switches off climate control 4 Sets climate control to automatic mode page 168 5 Defrosts the windshield 6 Switch...

Page 169: ...set the airflow to level 0 using the H button If climate control is switched off the windows may fog up more quickly Switch climate control off only briefly Switching the climate control in the rear...

Page 170: ...Multimedia system 4 Climate Menu Call up the air conditioning menu page 167 Select a row of seats To set the air distribution select P or O Set the airflow Several air distributions can be selected a...

Page 171: ...Defrosting windows Windows fogged up on inside Press the button If the windows remain fogged up press the button Windows fogged up on outside Switch on the windshield wiper Press the button Switching...

Page 172: ...rior from a fla con located in the glove box Select AIR FRESHENER Keep pressing until the desired intensity is reached Inserting or removing the flacon of the fragrance system WARNING Risk of injury f...

Page 173: ...flacon Information on the windshield heater The windshield heater is switched on automati cally when the button is activated In addition it is automatically switched on when necessary Air vents Adjus...

Page 174: ...air vents turn control ler 2 to the left or right as far as it will go To adjust the air direction hold air vent 1 in the center and move it up or down or to the left or right Adjusting the rear pass...

Page 175: ...rcedes Maybach vehicles To open or close turn controller 1 as far as it will go Opening or closing the air vent in the glove box NOTE Damage to temperature sensitive objects in the glove box Temperatu...

Page 176: ...To open or close turn controller 1 of air vent 2 clockwise or counter clockwise 174 Climate control...

Page 177: ...ded in the vehicle If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle they could in particular R open doors thereby endangering other persons or road users R get out and be struck by oncoming traffic R...

Page 178: ...enclosed space without sufficient ventilation WARNING Risk of fire due to flammable material in the engine compartment or the exhaust system Flammable materials may ignite Therefore check regularly t...

Page 179: ...n the power supply or the vehicle with the start stop button Observe any information regarding display mes sages that can be displayed on the instrument display Starting the vehicle via Remote Online...

Page 180: ...he key before trying to start the vehicle again with the smartphone You can switch off the vehicle at any time as fol lows R Via the Smartphone App R By pressing the or button on the key Further infor...

Page 181: ...observe the safety notes and informa tion on ESP page 214 Pulling away with optimized acceleration WARNING Risk of skidding and having an accident from wheels spinning When you use optimized accelera...

Page 182: ...ure that there is always sufficient room for the pedals Do not use loose floor mats and do not place floor mats on top of one another WARNING Risk of accident due to incor rect footwear Incorrect foot...

Page 183: ...rugs and driving are very dangerous combinations Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes perceptions and judgment The possibility of a serious or even fatal acci dent are grea...

Page 184: ...e If the vehicle height is greater than the maxi mum permitted headroom clearance the roof and other parts of the vehicle may be dam aged Observe the signposted headroom clear ance If the vehicle heig...

Page 185: ...of the engine and cause engine damage Observe the following if you must drive through water R Observe the maximum permissible fording depth page 422 R Drive at a maximum speed of 6 mph 10 km h water m...

Page 186: ...road driving Adjust the vehicle speed to suit the road surface conditions If there is damage consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental damage due to non obse...

Page 187: ...rance is sufficient Fording Also observe the following information when ford ing R Vehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL select the highest possible vehicle level page 250 Vehicles with E ACTIVE BODY CONTROL...

Page 188: ...ograms Observe the status display on the instrument display concerning this Mercedes Maybach vehicles the Glide mode function is not available The engine will be switched off automatically in the foll...

Page 189: ...n the vehicle is at a standstill an intelligent stop inhibitor e g a stop sign has been detected R The s symbol appears the ECO start stop function is deactivated or there is a malfunc tion If the eng...

Page 190: ...egment will empty when the following driving style is adopted R 1 Fluctuations in speed R 2 Heavy braking R 3 Sporty acceleration The ECO display will show you when you have driven economically R The...

Page 191: ...vent will be shown for a short time after it has been passed If there is no response to the Foot off the Accelerator prompt the segments will remain white If the event involves a vehicle in front all...

Page 192: ...se fail to recognize dangers Depending on the engine and equipment the vehicle has different drive programs Use the DYNAMIC SELECT switch to change between the following drive programs The drive progr...

Page 193: ...rive programs depending on the engine The ESP settings in the drive programs and A are designed for stability Therefore choose one of these drive programs espe cially when transporting roof loads in t...

Page 194: ...vehicle is started a prompt appears asking whether the last active drive program should be restored If the ECO start stop function was deactivated an additional prompt appears asking if the function s...

Page 195: ...choosing the route take into account the vehicle characteris tics the ground conditions and your driving skills Do not let the system distract you from what is happening on the route Select Offroad S...

Page 196: ...rmly and do not accelerate at the same time WARNING Risk of accident and injury due to children left unattended in the vehicle If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle they could in particular...

Page 197: ...door is opened Depress the brake pedal and engage neutral i when the car is stationary The N Permanently Active Risk of Rolling Away message appears in the Instrument Dis play Release the brake pedal...

Page 198: ...ch to transmission position i while the vehicle is rolling bring the vehicle to a standstill and open the driver s door when the vehicle is stationary R Engaging park position j automatically is requi...

Page 199: ...shift the gears manually in drive program using the steering wheel paddle shifters select the p setting for the transmission Shifting To shift up pull steering wheel paddle shifter 2 To shift down pu...

Page 200: ...lled R You do not depress the accelerator or brake pedal except for light brake applications Glide mode can also be activated if you have selected the Eco setting for the drive in the drive program Gl...

Page 201: ...road driving situations R LOW RANGE Off road gear for driving off road when fording and on steep uphill or downhill inclines Properties of the LOW RANGE off road gear R Reduced maximum permissible sp...

Page 202: ...31 mph 50 km h Pull LOW RANGE 1 rocker switch The shift request stays active for a maximum of 30 seconds If all requirements for shift operation have not been fulfilled within this time shift operatio...

Page 203: ...closed during the refueling process If you or other people come into contact with fuel observe the following Immediately rinse fuel off your skin with soap and water If fuel comes into contact with yo...

Page 204: ...could result in damage to the fuel system and the engine The repair costs are high Consult a qualified specialist workshop Have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained completely NOTE Damage to the fuel...

Page 205: ...ecurely parked suffi ciently it can roll away in an uncontrolled way even at a slight downhill gradient On uphill or downhill gradients turn the front wheels so that the vehicle rolls towards the curb...

Page 206: ...ing away Always secure the vehicle against rolling away NOTE Damage due to the vehicle lowering Vehicles with AIRMATIC or E ACTIVE BODY CONTROL The vehicle can lower because of temperature difference...

Page 207: ...sent the auxiliary heating running in an enclosed space without sufficient ventilation WARNING Risk of injury by becoming trapped when opening and closing a garage door When you operate or program a g...

Page 208: ...flashes green Program ming was successful Additionally the roll ing code must be synchronized with the door system If indicator lamp 4 does not light up or flash green repeat the procedure Release all...

Page 209: ...nformation on pro gram R on the toll free HomeLink Hotline on 1 800 355 3515 R on the Internet at https www homelink com mercedes Opening or closing a garage door Requirements R The corresponding butt...

Page 210: ...elt tongue is not inserted in the seat belt buckle of the driver s seat and the driver s door is opened There is a system malfunction The power supply is insufficient The vehicle is stationary for a l...

Page 211: ...s displayed and the red F USA or Canada indicator lamp flashes When the vehicle has been braked to a stand still the electric parking brake is applied The red F USA or Canada indicator lamp lights up...

Page 212: ...ergy loss will be minimized during extended periods of non opera tion Standby mode is characterized by the following R The starter battery is preserved R The maximum non operational time appears in th...

Page 213: ...accident if you fail to adapt your driving style nor override the laws of physics They cannot always take into account road weather or traffic condi tions Information on vehicle sensors and cameras So...

Page 214: ...abilization page 215 R EBD Electronic Brakeforce Distribution page 216 R STEER CONTROL page 216 R HOLD function page 217 R Hill Start Assist page 218 R ATTENTION ASSIST page 218 R Cruise control page...

Page 215: ...ivated automatically when you select the F or G drive program Off road ABS is specially adapted for driving off road R The front wheels lock cyclically during braking R The braking distance is shorten...

Page 216: ...ne output is adapted according to the situation ESP is deactivated if the ESP OFF warn ing lamp lights up continuously on the instrument cluster R Driving stability will no longer be improved R Vehicl...

Page 217: ...SP Crosswind Assist is active at vehicle speeds between approx 47 mph 75 km h and 125 mph 200 km h when driving straight ahead or cornering slightly R The vehicle is stabilized by means of individual...

Page 218: ...er Activating deactivating ESP with Off road pack age or E Active Body Control NOTE Mercedes AMG vehicles Observe the notes in the Supplement You could otherwise fail to recognize dangers Pull rocker...

Page 219: ...eater than 30 Activating deactivating the HOLD function WARNING Risk of an accident due to the HOLD function being active when you leave the vehicle If the vehicle is only braked with the HOLD functio...

Page 220: ...ehicle rolling away After a short time Hill Start Assist no longer holds the vehicle Swiftly move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal Do not leave the vehicle when it is being held...

Page 221: ...d the symbol appears in the assistance graphic in the Instrument Display After the vehicle is started ATTENTION ASSIST is automatically activated The last selected sensitivity level remains stored Sys...

Page 222: ...s AMG vehicles cruise control is availa ble up to a maximum speed of 155 mph 250 km h Displays in the Instrument Display R h gray cruise control is selected but not yet activated R h green cruise cont...

Page 223: ...control Select M with the right rocker switch Activating cruise control Press rocker 1 switch M up or N down The current speed is stored and maintained by the vehicle or Select J with the left rocker...

Page 224: ...iving Assistance Package 15 mph 20 km h 130 mph 210 km h The maximum speed is reduced when driving in LOW RANGE off road gear page 198 Other features of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC R Adjusts the...

Page 225: ...splayed cycli cally when the vehicle is ready to pull away If you depress the accelerator pedal beyond the setting of the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC the system is switched to passive mode The Su...

Page 226: ...speed WARNING Risk of accident due to insuffi cient deceleration by Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC brakes your vehicle with up to 50 of the possible deceler ation If...

Page 227: ...ut a stored speed press rocker switch 1 up M or down N or select J with the left rocker switch or To activate with a stored speed select J with the left rocker switch Remove your foot from the acceler...

Page 228: ...r switch up To increase the specified distance press the right rocker switch down Function of Active Speed Limit Assist If a change in the speed limit of 12 mph 20 km h or more is detected and automat...

Page 229: ...onomical comfortable or dynamic manner When the route event has been passed the vehicle accelerates again to the stored speed The set distance to the vehicle in front vehicles detected ahead and speed...

Page 230: ...adworks R In bad weather or road conditions R If the accelerator pedal is depressed R In the event of electronically displayed speed limitations Adapt the speed to the traffic situation Setting route...

Page 231: ...and uphill gradients the DSR brakes the vehicle minimally or not at all When DSR is activated and the transmission is in position h k or i DSR controls the driving speed The target speed can be set to...

Page 232: ...1 Indicator lamp 2 lights up The symbol appears in the multifunction display To deactivate pull rocker switch 1 Indicator lamp 2 and the symbol go out Switch DSR on off without Offroad package or E Ac...

Page 233: ...side the center of the lane forexample to form a rescue lane If the detection of lane markings and vehicles ahead is impaired Active Steering Assist switches to passive mode The system provides no sup...

Page 234: ...on is not sufficient to keep the vehi cle in the lane or to drive through exits The system may be impaired or may not function in the following instances R There is poor visibility e g due to snow rai...

Page 235: ...ect a Steering Assist Function of Active Emergency Stop Assist If the system detects that the driver has not steered the vehicle for a considerable period of time or has removed their hands from the s...

Page 236: ...next to the steering wheel symbol Themessage for Lane Change to the Left exam ple also appears If Active Lane Change Assist has been activated with the turn signal indicator but a lane change is not...

Page 237: ...ge Assist Multimedia system 4 5 Settings 5 Assistance 5 Active Lane Change Assist Select the function Active Brake Assist Function of Active Brake Assist Active Brake Assist consists of the following...

Page 238: ...n good time Always pay careful attention to the traffic situation do not rely on Active Brake Assist alone Be prepared to brake or swerve if neces sary If Active Brake Assist is deactivated or the fun...

Page 239: ...e vehicle is traveling at speeds above approx imately 4 mph 7 km h the autonomous braking function may intervene in the following situations R at speeds up to approximately 124 mph 200 km h when appro...

Page 240: ...ncel the brake applica tion when one of the following conditions is fulfil led R You maneuver to avoid the obstacle R There is no longer a risk of collision R An obstacle is no longer detected in fron...

Page 241: ...objects cannot always be clearly identified R If pedestrians or vehicles move quickly into the sensor detection range R If pedestrians are hidden by other objects R If the typical outline of a pedestr...

Page 242: ...arning is to be just a visual warning or an acoustic one as well Display in the Instrument Display Instrument display in the widescreen cockpit 1 Maximum permissible speed 2 Maximum permissible speed...

Page 243: ...with Driving Assistance Package Select Limit Adoption Switch the function on or off The speed limits detected by Traffic Sign Assist are automatically adopted by Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC If o...

Page 244: ...aight ahead is displayed Use of the traffic light information service requires the regular transmission of vehicle positions and driving directions to Mercedes Benz The data is immediately anonymized...

Page 245: ...untdown display The information in the Instrument Display is shown after selecting the display contents in the Assistance menu If another menu is selected the traffic light countdown is not displayed...

Page 246: ...Risk of accident despite Active Blind Spot Assist Active Blind Spot Assist does not react to the following R if you overtake a vehicle too closely so that it is in the blind spot area R if vehicles tr...

Page 247: ...to the side for other traffic or obstacles Warnings may be interrupted when driving along side long vehicles for example trucks for a pro longed time Blind Spot Assist is not operational when reverse...

Page 248: ...cantly R A driving safety system intervenes e g ESP or Active Brake Assist R ESP is deactivated R A loss of tire pressure or a defective tire is detected R You are driving with a trailer and the elect...

Page 249: ...s a lane marking R A front wheel drives over this lane marking Conditions for a course correcting brake applica tion vehicles without Driving Assistance Package Lane markings were detected on both sid...

Page 250: ...cle in front is too short and thus the lane markings cannot be detected R If the lane markings change quickly e g lanes branch off cross one another or merge R If the road is very narrow and winding R...

Page 251: ...mm R Sport approx 0 6 in 15 mm R Sport approx 1 0 in 25 mm If the entry exit level function is activated the vehicle is lowered to the Sport level to facilitate entering exiting the vehicle When driv...

Page 252: ...terwards You or anyone else in the vicinity of the wheel arches or the underbody could thus become trapped The vehicle can also be lowered after being locked When leaving the vehicle make sure that no...

Page 253: ...and 50 mph 80 km h R After selecting a different drive program using the DYNAMIC SELECT switch The vehicle is adjusted to the height of the active drive program Lowering the vehicle vehicles without...

Page 254: ...80 km h When driving briefly between 40 mph 65 km h and 50 mph 80 km h The vehicle is lowered to off road level 1 R Off road level 1 When driving faster than 71 mph 115 km h When driving briefly betw...

Page 255: ...30 km h Multimedia system 4 5 Settings 5 Schnellzugriff Quick access Select Lower When Getting In On The vehicle is lowered to low level 2 to facili tate entering and exiting The availability of this...

Page 256: ...1 briefly Indicator lamp 2 goes out The vehicle will be raised to the currently selected level The vehicle is automatically set to the level of the selected drive program if you drive at speeds great...

Page 257: ...Sport level R ROAD SURFACE SCAN is deactivated R The curve inclination function is active Drive program A R The suspension setting is comfortable R The vehicle is set to the normal level R When drivi...

Page 258: ...1 mph 115 km h the vehicle is lowered When driving at speeds below approx imately 47 mph 75 km h the vehicle is raised Drive program G R The suspension setting is suitable for difficult off road terra...

Page 259: ...AD SURFACE SCAN is automatically activated if the following conditions are met R Drive program A or N is selected R The vehicle is set to the normal level R You are driving at a speed between 4 mph 7...

Page 260: ...nd the tires or underneath the vehicle Make sure that nobody is under the vehi cle or in the immediate vicinity of the wheel arches when individual wheel con trol is activated NOTE Risk of damage due...

Page 261: ...or the underbody could thus become trapped The vehicle can also be lowered after being locked When leaving the vehicle make sure that nobody is in the vicinity of the wheel arches or the underbody Re...

Page 262: ...e vehicle is adjusted to the height of the active drive program Operation with a trailer or bicycle rack If the electrical connection has been correctly established to the trailer or bicycle rack R Fr...

Page 263: ...on has been correctly established to the trailer or bicycle rack R Up to approx 12 mph 20 km h off road lev els 1 2 and 3 can be selected regardless of the drive program R Up to approx 19 mph 30 km h...

Page 264: ...l wheel control Individual wheel control enables the vehicle level to be set separately for each wheel Select Individual Wheel Ctrl Set the vehicle level for the desired wheel You can also use the tou...

Page 265: ...ehicles without Parking Assist PARKTRONIC The following camera views are available in the multimedia system Normal view 1 Yellow guide line vehicle width driven sur face depending on the current steer...

Page 266: ...e current steering angle dynamic 3 Red guide line at a distance of approximately 1 0 in 0 3 m from the rear area 4 Yellow warning indicator of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC obstacles at a distance between...

Page 267: ...by other light sources e g when you are driving out of a garage In this case pay particular attention Have the display repaired or replaced if forexample pixel errors considerably restrict its use 36...

Page 268: ...display of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC 3 Your vehicle from above The color of the individual segments of warning display 2 is based on the distance to the detec ted obstacle R Yellow segments obstacles...

Page 269: ...s apply to road level In trailer mode the guide lines are shown at the level of the trailer hitch Trailer view vehicles with a trailer hitch If you select trailer view and no trailer is coupled to the...

Page 270: ...oth ers or collide with objects when parking the vehicle For technical reasons the standard height of the vehicle may be altered if the vehicle is carrying a heavy load and can result in inaccuracies...

Page 271: ...he responsibility for safe maneuvering and parking remains with you Make sure that there are no persons animals or objects in the maneu vering area while maneuvering and parking in exiting parking spa...

Page 272: ...play Optionally obstacles detected by Parking Assist PARKTRONIC from a distance of approximately 3 3 ft 1 0 m in front 2 and 2 0 ft 0 6 m on the sides 3 can also be displayed in the head up dis play S...

Page 273: ...Parking Assist PARKTRONIC function which warns the driver about obstacles at the side of the vehi cle A warning is issued when obstacles are detected between the front and rear detection range In ord...

Page 274: ...tacles on the sides must be detected again before a new warn ing can be issued System limits The system limits for Parking Assist PARKTRONIC apply to passive side impact protection The following objec...

Page 275: ...he Parking Assist PARKTRONIC warning tones should commence when the vehicle is further away from an obstacle Select Warn Early All Around Activate or deactivate the function Activating deactivating au...

Page 276: ...R ESP intervenes R You open the doors or the tailgate while driv ing System limits If the exterior lighting is malfunctioning Active Parking Assist is not available Objects located above or below the...

Page 277: ...are not suitable for parking suchas R Parking spaces where parking is prohibited R Parking spaces on unsuitable surfaces Parking with Active Parking Assist Press button 1 The media display shows the v...

Page 278: ...into the selected parking space During the parking procedure with Active Parking Assist the lane markings are dis played in green in the camera image On completion of the parking procedure the Parking...

Page 279: ...ide with objects or other road users Pay attention to objects and other road users Where necessary stop the vehicle or cancel the parking procedure with Active Parking Assist If for example the Please...

Page 280: ...king Assist PARKTRONIC is activated R If you shift the transmission position to k or h when the vehicle is stationary R If the detected obstacle is less than approx 3 3 ft 1 0 m away R If the maneuver...

Page 281: ...is designed for the requirements of trailer operation Do not modify the ball neck or the trailer hitch The values approved by the manufacturer can be found on the identification plates and in the Tech...

Page 282: ...ation must not exceed a maximum speed of 62 mph 100 km h for reasons con cerning the operating permit This also applies in countries in which the permissible maximum speed for car trailer combinations...

Page 283: ...etween the vehicle body and the tires or underneath the vehicle When coupling up or uncoupling a trailer make sure that The doors or tailgate are not opened or closed You do not initiate the level con...

Page 284: ...W and to the power supply that is switched on via the igni tion lock Uncoupling a trailer WARNING Risk of being crushed and becoming trapped when uncoupling a trailer When uncoupling a trailer with a...

Page 285: ...ng tow bar systems can result in damage to the vehicle When you are towing a vehicle with tow bar systems safe driving characteristics cannot be guaranteed for the tow ing vehicle or the towed vehicle...

Page 286: ...f the vehicle Only operate this equipment when the traffic situation permits If you cannot be sure of this stop the vehicle whilst paying attention to road and traffic conditions and operate the equip...

Page 287: ...istance Assist DISTRONIC 2 Outside temperature 3 Digital speedometer 4 Time 5 Right display area of the instrument display example tachometer tachometer average fuel consumption ECO display navigation...

Page 288: ...verview of the buttons on the steering wheel 1 P Back Home button on board computer Press and hold shows standard display 2 Touch Control on board computer 3 Control panel for cruise control or Active...

Page 289: ...r swipe to the left or right on the left hand Touch Control To call up a menu submenu or possible set tings on the menu or confirm a selection or setting press the left hand Touch Control To scroll th...

Page 290: ...ions and traffic signs page 240 For an overview of the indicator and warning lamps see page 484 Head up Display Function of the head up display NOTE Mercedes AMG vehicles Observe the notes in the Supp...

Page 291: ...menu swipe to the right on the left hand Touch Control Settings menu 5 will be selected To call up the Settings menu press the left hand Touch Control To adjust the position swipe upwards or downwards...

Page 292: ...y area You can hide display areas 2 to 4 that are not required In audio mode the station name or track will be shown temporarily when the audio source is being actively operated In addition the lat es...

Page 293: ...the description and images in this Operator s Manual For example route guidance with augmented reality is not avail able in all equipment variants Overview of the MBUX multimedia system 1 Touch Contr...

Page 294: ...le 3 Calls up the global search 4 SOS NOT READY only when the Mercedes Benz emergency call system is not available 5 Mercedes me connect active 6 Transmission of vehicle position active 7 Signal stren...

Page 295: ...be found in the Mercedes me connect terms and conditions and data protection information The function is country dependent Operating the MBUX multimedia system Using Touch Control 1 Calls up the home...

Page 296: ...to the left of right selects the previ ous or next radio station music track 3 Calls up the home screen 4 Touchpad To select a menu option swipe and press To use handwriting recognition write a char...

Page 297: ...points when operating mobile communications equipment and especially your voice control sys tem R Observe the legal requirements for the coun try in which you are driving R If you use the voice contro...

Page 298: ...es System limits display messages and notes for rectification The system may be impaired or may not function in the following situations R The camera in the overhead control panel may heat up due to o...

Page 299: ...the inside rearview mirror the read ing light for the driver or the front passenger is switched on or off Above the front passenger seat Stretching out a hand above the front passenger seat By stretc...

Page 300: ...owing notes WARNING Risk of becoming trapped dur ing adjustment of the driver s seat after calling up a driver profile Selecting a user profile may trigger an adjust ment of the driver s seat to the p...

Page 301: ...most probable navigation destinations media sources radio sta tions or contacts The requirements for that are the selection of a profile your consent to the recording of data and sufficient collected...

Page 302: ...lay Styles Instrument lighting Display brightness Edge lighting Day night design R Control elements Keyboard language and handwriting recog nition Sensitivity of the touchpad Sensitivity of the Touch...

Page 303: ...ched off R Notes and warnings have been read and accepted R The electric parking brake has been applied If all requirements have been fulfilled the down loaded system update is installed The multimedi...

Page 304: ...ia system generates an eight digit PIN Enter this PIN on the device to be connected Confirm the entry Connecting using a button Select the options r of the desired Wi Fi network Select Connect via WPS...

Page 305: ...FC Activate NFC on the mobile device see the manufacturer s operating instructions Hold the device to be connected at the vehi cle s NFC interface Select Finished The mobile device is now connected to...

Page 306: ...ed to the factory settings Vehicles with rear telephony The handset must be in the cradle while the system is reset A prompt appears again asking whether you really wish to reset Select Yes The multim...

Page 307: ...ion on Multimedia system 4 5 Navigation Navigation Alternatively press the z button The map displays the current vehicle position The navigation menu is shown The navigation menu is hidden if route gu...

Page 308: ...avigation announcements on or off 4 Calls up the ON THE WAY menu To show Route Overview To select Alternative Routes Report Traffic Incident Car to X To call up the TRAFFIC menu To display Traffic Ann...

Page 309: ...icle occupants is first transmitted manually and is preset with one person The number of vehicle occupants can be transmit ted automatically In the process the number of seat belts worn is determined...

Page 310: ...voice input 9 Sets the written language A Switches to digits special characters and symbols B Switches to upper case or lower case letters Enter the destination in 2 The entries can be made in any or...

Page 311: ...ble For the destination you can enter an address a POI or a three word address Enter the destination in input line 2 The search results are displayed Select the destination in the list The detailed vi...

Page 312: ...on the media display The camera image will be shown instead of the navigation map before a turning maneuver and will show additional information To return to the navigation map tap on the camera symb...

Page 313: ...d Select View Select Map Elements Activate Traffic Incidents Free Flowing Traffic and Delay If traffic information has been received then traffic incidents such as roadworks road blocks local area rep...

Page 314: ...e in all countries Select Z and activate Parking Tap on j in the map Select a parking option The map shows the parking options in the vicinity The following information is displayed if avail able R De...

Page 315: ...system 4 5 Mercedes me Apps 5 Dashcam If several USB devices are connected with the multimedia system select a USB device page 313 Select the Individual Recording or Loop Recording recording mode If...

Page 316: ...As a driver only operate mobile commu nication devices when the vehicle is sta tionary As a vehicle occupant use mobile com munication devices only in the designa ted area e g in the rear passenger co...

Page 317: ...the range of functions of the mobile radio unit to be connected see the manu facturer s operating instructions Network connection The following cases can lead to the call being dis connected while the...

Page 318: ...two phone mode 3 Battery status of the connected mobile phone 4 Signal strength of the mobile phone network 5 Options 6 Device manager 7 Messages 8 Numerical pad 9 Contact search Telephony operating m...

Page 319: ...4 5 Phone Searching for a mobile phone Select Select Connect New Device Connecting a mobile phone Authorization follows using secure simple pairing Select a mobile phone A code is displayed in the mu...

Page 320: ...e R Accident and Breakdown Management R Mercedes Benz customer center for general information about the vehicle You can find information on the following topics R Activation of Mercedes me connect R O...

Page 321: ...r country In the event an accident or breakdown is detec ted the emergency guide shows safety notes in the multimedia system display This may take a few seconds The availability of collision detection...

Page 322: ...rs the message is hidden and reap pears at a later time Data transferred during a Mercedes me call When you make a service call via Mercedes me data is transmitted This enables targeted advice and a s...

Page 323: ...to process the incident forwarded to the service partner authorized by the Mercedes Benz customer center Please take note of the data pro tection information on the Mercedes me Internet page https www...

Page 324: ...ent of a breakdown or accident fur ther vehicle data is sent which enables optimal support by the Mercedes Benz customer cen ter and the authorized service partner or breakdown assistance R Addition t...

Page 325: ...the Mercedes me Portal then services and offers from Mercedes Benz will be available to you For more information consult an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or visit the Mercedes me portal https me sec...

Page 326: ...phone Integration to the multimedia system Also for use with two phone mode with Smartphone Integration only one additional mobile phone can be connected using Bluetooth with the multimedia system The...

Page 327: ...system is reset page 304 The following driving status data is transmitted R Transmission position engaged R Distinction between parked standstill rolling and driving R Day night mode of the instrument...

Page 328: ...s not mean the system is ON As such eCall does not replace dialing 911 in the event of an accident An emergency call can be made automatically or manually Only make emergency calls if you or others ar...

Page 329: ...rol use the Voice Control System voice commands The emergency call has been made R A voice connection is made to the Mercedes Benz emergency call center R A message with accident data is transmitted t...

Page 330: ...se and sharing of the eCall system data please contact MBUSA s Customer Assistance Center at 800 FOR MERC For Canada please contact MBC s Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 387 0100 Customer requests...

Page 331: ...elect twice the current track is repeated R Select three times the function is deactivated 9 Random playback Select to play back the tracks in random order Skip forwards back Select to skip to the nex...

Page 332: ...uetooth audio profiles A2DP and AVRCP R The audio equipment is visible for other devi ces Multimedia system 4 5 Media 5 Bluetooth 5 With Bluetooth audio you can play back music files from an external...

Page 333: ...o return to the home screen j Messaging Select to call up messaging Skip forwards back Select to skip to the next or to the previous station Z Settings Select to have further options shown Settings ca...

Page 334: ...off the sound f Store radio stations Select to save a station in the presets 4 Station list Select to have the station list shown Search Select to search in the active menu You can search for artists...

Page 335: ...digital quality radio channels providing commer cial free music sports news and entertainment for example SIRIUS XM satellite radio employs a fleet of high performance satellites to broadcast around...

Page 336: ...ic seam lessly 5 Playback control Select to show the timeline Tap any point on the timeline to skip forwards or back Navigate to the end of the timeline to return to live mode 6 Play Select to start o...

Page 337: ...your account Multimedia system 4 5 Radio 5 SiriusXM 5 Z Options Select Service Information The service information screen appears show ing the radio ID and the current subscription status Establish a...

Page 338: ...r Select Manage Sports Alerts Select Delete All Entries All alerts are deleted Sound settings Overview of functions in the sound menu The setting options and functions available depend on the sound sy...

Page 339: ...eel Bear in mind the following related topic R Operating the on board computer page 286 Information on regular maintenance work NOTE Premature wear through failure to observe service due dates Mainten...

Page 340: ...he optimal transmission time of the maintenance request to the service partner is subject to technical limita tions that may cause the maintenance recom mendation to be perceived as too early or too l...

Page 341: ...e customer center and the service partners Mercedes Benz AG is continuously working on the expansion of this service The fault detection depends on the country vehicle model and equipment Data transfe...

Page 342: ...away from moving parts WARNING Risk of injury from touching live components The ignition system and the fuel injection sys tem operate with a high voltage You could receive an electric shock Never tou...

Page 343: ...as you let it go If the hood can still be lifted slightly open the hood again and close it with a little more force until it engages correctly Engine oil Checking the engine oil level using the on bo...

Page 344: ...r is defective or not connected Consult a qualified specialist workshop R Engine Oil Level System Currently Unavail Close the hood Refilling engine oil WARNING Risk of burns from hot compo nent parts...

Page 345: ...ap 1 counter clockwise and remove it Add engine oil Replace cap 1 and turn it clockwise until it engages Check the oil level again page 341 Checking the coolant level WARNING Risk of burns from hot co...

Page 346: ...has been approved for Mercedes Benz Further information on coolant page 417 Refilling the windshield washer system WARNING Risk of burns from hot compo nent parts in the engine compartment Certain com...

Page 347: ...been washed brake carefully while paying attention to the traffic conditions until the braking effect has been fully restored NOTE Damage caused by automatic brak ing If one of the following functions...

Page 348: ...move the wax from the windshield and wiper rubbers this will prevent smearing and reduce wiper noise Automatic car wash mode In car wash mode the vehicle is prepared for driv ing into the automatic ca...

Page 349: ...ACTIVE BODY CONTROL the vehicle is lowered to the previously set chassis level Activating deactivating automatic car wash mode Requirements R The vehicle is stationary R The engine is running Multimed...

Page 350: ...hand is permitted only in specially designated wash bays Use a mild cleaning agent e g car shampoo Wash the vehicle with lukewarm water using a soft car sponge When doing so do not expose the vehicle...

Page 351: ...es Benz R Insect remains Soak with insect remover and rinse off the treated areas afterwards R Bird droppings Soak with water and rinse off afterwards R To prevent water stains dry a foil wrapped vehi...

Page 352: ...ndshield thoroughly with cleaning agents recommen ded for Mercedes Benz Failure to observe the application instructions may result in damage smear marks or glare Remove external fogging or dirt on the...

Page 353: ...ts may break away Do not use any care or cleaning products containing solvents to clean the cockpit WARNING Risk of injury or fatal injuries from bleached seat belts Bleaching or dyeing seat belts can...

Page 354: ...as differences in structure marks caused by growth and injury or subtle color differences These surface properties are characteristics of leather and not material faults What s more leather is subject...

Page 355: ...R Use cleaning and care products recommen ded for Mercedes Benz R Do not use a microfiber cloth R Do not use oil based cleaning and care prod ucts Fabric seat covers R Vacuum up dirt such as crumbs or...

Page 356: ...mber of washes 2 Maximum wash temperature 3 Do not bleach 4 Do not iron 5 Do not tumble dry 6 Do not dry clean 7 This is a class 2 vest The requirements defined by the legal standard are only fulfille...

Page 357: ...lat tire immediately with an emergency spare wheel or spare wheel Alternatively consult a qualified special ist workshop Tires with run flat characteristics Observe the information and warning notes o...

Page 358: ...With MOExtended tires run flat tires you can continue to drive your vehicle even if there is a total loss of pressure in one or more tires How ever the affected tire must not show signs of clearly vi...

Page 359: ...ere are large cuts or punctures in the tire larger than damage previously men tioned R The wheel rims have been damaged R After journeys with very low tire pressure or with flat tires Do not continue...

Page 360: ...lant bottle replaced in a qualified specialist workshop every five years Do not remove any foreign objects which have entered the tire Affix part 1 of the TIREFIT sticker to the instrument cluster wit...

Page 361: ...tire pressure of 200 kPa 2 0 bar 29 psi has not been attained Switch off the tire inflation compressor Unscrew the filling hose from the valve of the defective tire Please note that tire sealant may l...

Page 362: ...rofessionally e g at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Stow the tire sealant bottle and the tire infla tion compressor Pull away immediately Stop driving after approximately ten minutes and check the...

Page 363: ...d to the road conditions In the event of a short circuit or a similar incident contact a qualified specialist workshop immediately Do not drive on Always have work on the battery carried out at a qual...

Page 364: ...ited when handling the battery Avoid creating sparks Electrolyte or battery acid is corrosive Avoid contact with the skin eyes or clothing Wear suitable protective clothing in particular gloves an apr...

Page 365: ...t tery terminals with the engine running WARNING Risk of explosion due to a mix ture of explosive gases A mixture of explosive gases can escape from the battery during charging and jump starting Fire...

Page 366: ...e that neither you nor the bat tery is electrostatically charged R Keep away from fire and naked flames R Do not lean over the battery Observe the additional following points when charging the battery...

Page 367: ...es run for several minutes During starting assistance before disconnect ing the jumper cable switch on an electrical consumer on your own vehicle e g the rear passenger compartment window defroster or...

Page 368: ...ny existing or supplied cell caps Otherwise gases or battery acid could escape R Make sure that detachable parts are recon nected in the same way Tow starting or towing away Overview of the permitted...

Page 369: ...ry is connected and charged A discharged battery has the following effects R The vehicle cannot be switched on R The electric parking brake cannot be released or applied R The transmission cannot be s...

Page 370: ...the towing device NOTE Damage due to incorrect connec tion of the tow bar Only connect the tow rope or tow bar to the towing eyes You can also attach the tow bar to the trailer hitch Deactivate the a...

Page 371: ...brake to secure the vehicle against rolling away Only secure the vehicle by the wheels Vehicles with ADS PLUS Adaptive Damping Sys tem PLUS WARNING Risk of an accident when trans porting vehicles with...

Page 372: ...orrect positioning of the vehicle Do not position the vehicle above the connection point of the transport vehi cle Towing eye storage location Example towing eye Towing eye 1 is located under the carg...

Page 373: ...utomatic transmission must not be tow started Vehicles with automatic transmissions must not be tow started Electrical fuses Notes on electrical fuses WARNING Risk of accident and injury due to overlo...

Page 374: ...left hand side of the vehicle when viewed in the direction of travel page 372 R Fuse box on the driver s side of the cockpit page 373 R Fuse box in the front passenger footwell page 373 R Fuse box in...

Page 375: ...he fuse box is on the driver s side on the side of the cockpit under a cover To open and close it consult an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Opening and closing the fuse box in the front passenger foo...

Page 376: ...k of hydroplaning is increased in particular where speed is not adapted to suit the conditions Thus you should regularly check the tread depth and the condition of the tread across the entire width of...

Page 377: ...hi cle by Mercedes Benz or snow chains with the same quality standard R Comply with the installation instructions of the snow chain manufacturer R If snow chains are installed the maximum per missible...

Page 378: ...suffer from irregular wear which can significantly impair the brak ing properties and the handling characteris tics Avoid excessively high tire pressures Tire pressure which is too high can cause R In...

Page 379: ...re pressure loss Only screw standard valve caps or valve caps specifically approved by Mercedes Benz for your vehicle onto the tire valve Notes on towing a trailer Always inflate the rear axle tires t...

Page 380: ...tip of a pen Then check the tire pressure again using the tire pressure gauge Screw the valve cap onto the valve Further related subjects R Notes on tire pressure page 375 R Tire pressure table page 3...

Page 381: ...res or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly The system checks the tire pressure and the tire temperature of the tires fitted to the vehicle by means of a tire pressure...

Page 382: ...tions R The tire pressure has been changed R The wheels or tires have been changed or newly installed On board computer 4 Service 5 Tires Swipe downwards on the Touch Control on the left hand side of...

Page 383: ...ed to travel in the vehicle R Maximum permissible load 3 comprises the gross weight of all vehicle occupants load and luggage R Recommended tire pressure 1 for cold tires The recommended tire pressure...

Page 384: ...is installed Please consult an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer if you have any ques tions about towing a trailer with your vehicle Even if you have calculated the total load carefully you should still...

Page 385: ...Example 2 Number of people in the vehicle driver and occu pants 5 1 Distribution of the occupants Front 2 Rear 3 Front 1 Weight of occupants Occupant 1 150 lbs 68 kg Occupant 2 180 lbs 82 kg Occupant...

Page 386: ...oad maximum gross vehicle weight rating from the Tire and Loading Information plac ard minus the gross weight of all occupants 1500 lbs 680 kg 750 lbs 340 kg 750 lbs 340 kg 1500 lbs 680 kg 200 lbs 91...

Page 387: ...the US Department of Trans portation s Uniform Tire Quality Grading Stand ards tire manufacturers are required to grade their tires on the basis of the following three per formance factors 1 Tread we...

Page 388: ...from tire over heating and tire failure Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause excessive heat build up and possi ble tire failure Observe the...

Page 389: ...R Manufacturing date manufacturing date 5 provides information about the age of a tire The 1st and 2nd positions represent the cal endar week and the 3rd and 4th positions state the year of manufactur...

Page 390: ...Exceeding the specified tire load rating or the permissible speed rating may lead to tire dam age and to the tires bursting Therefore only use tire types and sizes approved for your vehicle model Obs...

Page 391: ...cifies the maximum load bearing capacity of a tire e g 91 corresponds to 1 356 lbs 615 kg The load bearing capacity of the tire must be at least half the gross axle weight rating of your vehi cle Do n...

Page 392: ...tire traction on snow Load index 8 R No specification given standard load SL tire R XL or Extra Load extra load tire or rein forced tire R Light Load light load tire R C D E a load range that depends...

Page 393: ...uel tools the spare wheel any accessories installed occupants luggage and the trailer nose weight if applicable The gross vehicle weight must not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating GVWR as specifi...

Page 394: ...performance brakes level control system a roof luggage rack or high performance batteries is not included in the curb weight and the weight of the accessories TIN Tire Identification Number a unique...

Page 395: ...the active safety systems such as ABS ESP and 4MATIC and marked as follows R MO Mercedes Benz Original R MOE Mercedes Benz Original Extended run flat tires only for certain wheels R MO1 Mercedes Benz...

Page 396: ...specialist workshop NOTE Damage to summer tires at low ambient temperatures At low ambient temperatures tears could form when driving with summer tires causing per manent damage to the tires At tempe...

Page 397: ...the driver s field of vision R Break in new tires at moderate speeds for the first 60 miles 100 km R Replace the tires after six years at the latest regardless of wear R When replacing with tires tha...

Page 398: ...cool dry and preferably dark place R Protect the tires from contact with oil grease or fuel Overview of the tire change tool kit Apart from some country specific variants vehi cles are not equipped w...

Page 399: ...ont and rear of the wheel that is diagonally opposite the wheel you wish to change Raise the vehicle page 398 Additionally for Mercedes Maybach vehicles Retract the running boards page 79 To remove st...

Page 400: ...fic jack that has been approved by Mercedes Benz to raise the vehi cle R The jack is only designed for raising and hold ing the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed and not for main...

Page 401: ...raised Only position the jack at the appropriate jacking point of the vehicle The base of the jack must be positioned vertically under the jacking point of the vehicle NOTE Damage to the vehicle due...

Page 402: ...retracted page 79 R The stone chipping protective covers are removed page 396 Position support 2 of jack 4 on jack sup port point 1 Turn ratchet wrench 3 clockwise until jack 2 sits completely on jac...

Page 403: ...s replaced Do not continue driving Observe the information on the choice of tires page 392 For tires with a specified direction of rotation an arrow on the side wall of the tire indicates the cor rect...

Page 404: ...aximum of 59 lb ft 80 Nm Then tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a diago nal pattern in the order indicated 1 to 5 to the specified tightening torque of 111 lb ft 150 Nm WARNING Risk of accident due to...

Page 405: ...aximum permissible speed with an emergency spare wheel installed is 50 mph 80 km h R Do not install the emergency spare wheel with snow chains R Replace the emergency spare wheel after six years at th...

Page 406: ...ages Unscrew the cap from the valve on the emer gency spare wheel Screw union nut 2 of filler hose 1 onto the valve Make sure on and off switch 4 of the tire inflation compressor is set to 0 Insert pl...

Page 407: ...ons The collapsible spare wheel is an emergency spare wheel which is only suitable for use for a limited period of time and in a restricted manner in the event of a flat tire e g until the nearest wor...

Page 408: ...ag inside the open cargo compartment floor Observe the information on mounting tires page 392 Open the cargo compartment Loosen the lashing straps Unhook the retaining spring hooks of the lash ing str...

Page 409: ...and off switch 3 on the tire inflation compressor to I The tire inflation compressor is switched on The tire is inflated The tire pressure is shown on manometer 2 Pump the tire to the specified tire p...

Page 410: ...two way radios If you use two way radios in the vehicle improperly their electromagnetic radiation can disrupt the vehicle s electronics This is the case in the following situations in particu lar R...

Page 411: ...ments for detachable parts If your vehicle has installing for two way radio equipment use the power supply and antenna connectors provided in the pre installation Observe the manufacturer s supplement...

Page 412: ...nd in the app Regulatory radio identification Indonesia and Israel Manufacturer information about radio based vehi cle components for Indonesia and Israel can be found using the key phrase Regulatory...

Page 413: ...tification number Vehicle identification plate Canada only 1 Maximum permissible gross vehicle weight 2 Maximum permissible front axle load 3 Maximum permissible rear axle load 4 Paint code 5 VIN vehi...

Page 414: ...se 3 VIN vehicle identification number as a label at the lower edge of the windshield Operating fluids Notes on operating fluids NOTE Mercedes AMG vehicles Observe the notes in the Supplement You coul...

Page 415: ...in the Mercedes Benz Specifications for Oper ating Fluids by entering the designation at https bevo mercedes benz com in the Mercedes Benz BeVo app R at a qualified specialist workshop WARNING Risk of...

Page 416: ...E10 fuel Never refuel with one of the following fuels R Diesel R Gasoline with more than 10 ethanol by volume e g E15 E85 E100 R Gasoline with more than 3 methanol by volume e g M15 M30 M85 M100 R Gas...

Page 417: ...occurring Only add cleaning additives recommen ded by Mercedes Benz to the fuel Mercedes Benz recommends that you use brand name fuels with additives In some countries the fuel available may not have...

Page 418: ...9 51 229 52 229 61 229 71 229 72 GLS 580 4MATIC 229 52 229 61 Engine oil specifications Mercedes Maybach Model MB Freigabe or MB Approval Mercedes Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC 229 5 229 51 recommended for l...

Page 419: ...perating fluids page 412 WARNING Risk of fire and injury from antifreeze If antifreeze comes into contact with hot com ponent parts in the engine compartment it may ignite Allow the engine to cool dow...

Page 420: ...highly flam mable It could ignite if it comes into contact with hot engine component parts or the exhaust system Make sure that no windshield washer concentrate spills out next to the filler opening N...

Page 421: ...Work on the climate control system may be car ried out only at a qualified specialist workshop All applicable regulations as well as SAE standard J639 must be adhered to The information label for the...

Page 422: ...6 0 4 oz 160 10 g GLS 580 4MATIC 5 6 0 4 oz 160 10 g Filling capacity for PAG oil Mercedes Maybach Model Mercedes Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC 2 9 0 4 oz 80 10 g Vehicle data Vehicle dimensions The heights...

Page 423: ...75 9 in 1928 mm Minimum vehicle height high way driving level 71 7 in 1823 mm Wheelbase 123 4 in 3135 mm Maximum ground clearance AIRMATIC 10 1 in 259 mm Maximum ground clearance Offroad package 11 3...

Page 424: ...maximum permissible fording depth is exceeded when driving through standing water R When driving through the water a bow wave forms R Water accumulates when driving through running water Do not exceed...

Page 425: ...in mountainous terrain Angle of approach departure vehicles without AMG Styling All models 1 Front 2 Rear Vehicles with AIR MATIC Normal level 23 20 Raised level 27 24 Vehicles with Off road package N...

Page 426: ...to an incline of 45 page 183 Observe the notes on driving in mountainous terrain Gradient climbing ability Model Maximum gradi ent climbing abil ity Vehicles without Offroad package 80 Vehicles with...

Page 427: ...ould be observed Do not exceed the permissible load capacity Observe the additional notes on load capacity Missing values were not available at the time of going to press Tongue weight Model Maximum t...

Page 428: ...ration Missing values were not available at the time of going to press Trailer operation axle load Model Axle load All models Trailer operation axle load Mercedes Maybach Model Axle load Mercedes Mayb...

Page 429: ...ht Pressing displays further information on the media display Press the symbol to hide the display message Display messages to be acknowledged can be hid den by pressing the back button P or with the...

Page 430: ...G Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident Have the restraint system check...

Page 431: ...son is sitting too close to the cockpit Make sure both before and during the journey that the status of the front passenger airbag is correct Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffi...

Page 432: ...on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can occur Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions Make sure that no objects a...

Page 433: ...Key Battery The SmartKey battery is discharged Replace the battery page 73 Key Not Detected white display message The SmartKey is currently undetected Change the location of the SmartKey in the vehic...

Page 434: ...e vehicle If the SmartKey is in the vehicle and still not recognized Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions Place the SmartKey in the marked space for starting the engi...

Page 435: ...SmartKey in the vehicle Place the SmartKey in the marked space for starting the engine with the SmartKey page 177 Lights Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Check Left Low B...

Page 436: ...dlamp Mode Inoperative The light sensor for automatic driving lights is malfunctioning Visit a qualified specialist workshop Active Headlamps Inopera tive The active headlamps are malfunctioning Visit...

Page 437: ...lified specialist workshop Adaptive Highbeam Assist Currently Unavailable See Operator s Manual Adaptive Highbeam Assist is temporarily unavailable The system limits have been reached page 153 Once th...

Page 438: ...qualified specialist workshop Vehicle Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Update Successfully Com pleted Installation of the software update has been successfully completed...

Page 439: ...R The running boards can be retracted via the multimedia system only when the vehicle is stationary page 79 R The running boards and the side skirt must be free of dirt ice and snow Otherwise they are...

Page 440: ...fic conditions and switch the vehicle off and on again If the display message still appears consult a qualified specialist workshop Head up Display Inopera tive The head up display has an internal err...

Page 441: ...d stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions Do not continue driving under any circumstances Consult a qualified specialist workshop C At least one doo...

Page 442: ...the tailgate open Close the tailgate LOW RANGE Only When Vehicle Is Stationary One or more shifting conditions have not been met Stop the vehicle Engage neutral i Repeat the gear change LOW RANGE Shif...

Page 443: ...g conditions are met page 199 LOW RANGE Malfunction The transfer case is malfunctioning Do not shift the transfer case Use the electric parking brake to secure the vehicle against rolling away Consult...

Page 444: ...y To deactivate the gear change press the LOW RANGE button again Repeat the gear change Gearbox Protection Limit 18 mph Disable LOW RANGE The oil temperature in the transfer case is too high In the on...

Page 445: ..._ Cannot Fold Forward 2nd Seat Row Right Adjust Front Seat The right seat backrests on the second row of seats cannot be folded forward Adjust the corresponding front seat Check Washer Fluid The washe...

Page 446: ...button while the vehicle is in motion Information about switching off the vehicle while driving page 176 Cannot Start Engine See Operator s Manual The vehicle cannot be started Switch the vehicle off...

Page 447: ...ith other escaping hot operating fluids Before opening the hood allow the engine to cool down In the event of a fire in the engine compartment keep the hood closed and call the fire service Wait until...

Page 448: ...ission Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Only Shift to P when Vehi cle is Stationary It is possible to select the park position j only if the vehicle is stationary Depress...

Page 449: ...You have attempted to select transmission position k Depress the brake pedal Select transmission position k Driver s Door Open Transmission Not in P Risk of Vehicle Rolling Away The driver s door is n...

Page 450: ...nsmission Malfunction Stop The transmission is malfunctioning The transmission shifts to neutral i automatically Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions Depress the brak...

Page 451: ...iary Battery Malfunc tion red display message Vehicles with automatic transmission The auxiliary battery for the transmission is no longer being charged Visit a qualified specialist workshop Vehicles...

Page 452: ...qualified specialist workshop Where necessary also secure the parked vehicle against rolling away The yellow indicator lamp and the red F USA only or Canada only indicator lamp are lit The electric pa...

Page 453: ...brake manually If the electric parking brake cannot be applied or the red F USA only or Canada only indicator lamp con tinues to flash Do not continue driving Consult a qualified specialist workshop...

Page 454: ...itch the vehicle off and switch it back on Release and then apply the electric parking brake manually page 209 If it is still not possible to apply the electric parking brake Visit a qualified special...

Page 455: ...ctric parking brake is applied while you are driving R A condition for automatic release of the electric parking brake has not been fulfilled page 208 R You are performing emergency braking using the...

Page 456: ...only Check Brake Fluid Level There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir WARNING Risk of an accident due to low brake fluid level If the brake fluid level is too low the braking eff...

Page 457: ...Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Off The HOLD function is deactivated because the vehicle is slipping or a condition for activation is not fulfilled Reactivate the HOLD function later or c...

Page 458: ...ivation conditions for cruise control page 221 Cruise Control Inoperative Cruise control is malfunctioning Visit a qualified specialist workshop Cruise Control Off Cruise control has been deactivated...

Page 459: ...perator s Manual Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is temporarily unavailable The ambient conditions are outside the system limits page 222 As soon as the ambient conditions are within the system limit...

Page 460: ...RONIC is operational again Switch on Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC page 224 Inoperative The Downhill Speed Regulation is malfunctioning Visit a qualified specialist workshop Not in the Current Driv...

Page 461: ...e with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle If the display message does not disappear consult a qualified specialist workshop Active Steering Asst Cur rently Unavailable Due to Multiple Emer...

Page 462: ...t DISTRONIC and Active Steering Assist are still available The ambient conditions are outside the system limits page 228 As soon as the ambient conditions are within the system limits the system will...

Page 463: ...lations or Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle If the display message does not disappear consult a qualified specialist workshop Blind Spot Assist Curren...

Page 464: ...d Spot Assist Currently Unavailable See Operator s Manual Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily unavailable The system limits have been reached page 244 Once the cause of the problem is no longer pr...

Page 465: ...able See Operator s Manual Active Lane Keeping Assist is temporarily unavailable The ambient conditions are outside the system limits page 246 As soon as the ambient conditions are within the system l...

Page 466: ...or temporarily unavailable The brake system steer ing and drive system will continue to function normally Drive on carefully Once the causes of the problem are no longer present the driving systems a...

Page 467: ...t time with the aid of a heater The restriction is temporary Driving systems and driving safety systems may be malfunctioning or temporarily unavailable The brake system steer ing and drive system wil...

Page 468: ...e E ACTIVE BODY CONTROL system is malfunctioning The system is outside the operating temperature range or the on board electrical system voltage is too low Once the cause of the problem is no longer p...

Page 469: ...teering movements Continue driving carefully and do not exceed 50 mph 80 km h If possible stop in accordance with the traffic conditions and switch the vehicle off and on again If the display message...

Page 470: ...ed limit R You have changed the vehicle level by pressing the button R Operation with a trailer or bicycle rack if an electrical connection has been correctly made you have exceeded the speed limit R...

Page 471: ...the vehicle will continue rising to the selected vehicle level Drive on in a manner appropriate for the current level Make sure that there is sufficient ground clearance Selected Level Not Availa ble...

Page 472: ...WARNING Risk of skidding if ABS and ESP are malfunctioning The wheels may lock during braking and ESP does not perform any vehicle stabilization The steerability and braking characteristics are heavi...

Page 473: ...icle stabilization The steerability and braking characteristics are heavily impaired and the braking distance may increase In addi tion other driving safety systems are switched off Drive on carefully...

Page 474: ...SP is malfunctioning Other driving systems and driving safety systems e g BAS may also be malfunctioning The brake system will continue to operate normally The braking distance in an emergency braking...

Page 475: ...arefully Have the brake system checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop Active Brake Assist Func tions Currently Limited See Operator s Manual Vehicles with the Driving Assistance Packag...

Page 476: ...ce Package Active Brake Assist is temporarily unavailable or only partially availa ble Drive on carefully or Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle If the d...

Page 477: ...Battery Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions 12 V Battery See Opera tor s Manual The vehicle is off and the condition of charge of the 12 V battery is too low Switch off elec...

Page 478: ...qualified specialist workshop Stop Vehicle See Opera tor s Manual The 12 V battery is no longer being charged and the condition of charge is too low NOTE Possible engine damage if you continue drivin...

Page 479: ...of fire Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions If possible stop the vehicle in the open air and ensure that all vehicle occupants get out Supporting vehicle functions...

Page 480: ...the Engine Can Now Be Started display message does not appear after a few minutes Try to start the vehicle If the vehicle does not start consult a qualified specialist workshop Cannot Start Engine See...

Page 481: ...oning The tire pressure monitoring system cannot issue a warning if there is pressure loss in one or more of the tires Tires with insufficient tire pressure may impair the driving characteristics as w...

Page 482: ...ng may be greatly impaired You could then lose control of the vehicle Observe the recommended tire pressures Adjust the tire pressure if necessary Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic condi...

Page 483: ...vehicle Do not drive with a flat tire Do not exceed the maximum permissible driving distance in emergency mode and the maximum permissible speed with a flat MOExtended tire Observe the notes on flat t...

Page 484: ...with overheated tires Overheated tires can burst Reduce speed so that the tires cool down Engine oil Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions 5 Check Engine Oil Level Add 1 quart...

Page 485: ...level reduced 5 Engine Oil Level Low Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off The engine oil level is too low NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with insufficient engine oil Avoid long journeys with insufficie...

Page 486: ...st workshop 5 Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Measured The electrical connection to the oil level sensor has been interrupted or the oil level sensor is faulty Visit a qualified specialist workshop Warning...

Page 487: ...e red page 492 Canada electric parking brake red page 492 USA Recuperative Brake System page 492 J Canada brakes yellow page 492 USA brakes red page 492 J Canada brakes red page 492 Driving systems L...

Page 488: ...s planned in an accident Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop Drive on carefully Note the messages on the instrument display Consult a qualifie...

Page 489: ...Warning indicator lamp Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Power steering warning lamp red The red power steering warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is running The power assistance or the...

Page 490: ...additional warning tone the coolant temperature has exceeded the maximum permissible temperature WARNING Risk of burns when opening the hood If you open the hood in the event of an overheated engine...

Page 491: ...ntil the engine has cooled down Check the coolant level page 343 Make sure that the air supply to the radiator is not obstructed Avoiding high loads on the engine drive to the nearest qualified specia...

Page 492: ...w Check Engine warning lamp lights up Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible at a qualified specialist workshop Electrical malfunction warn ing lamp The red electrical malfunction warning lamp i...

Page 493: ...quences and M Solutions 8 Fuel reserve warning lamp lights up The yellow fuel reserve warning lamp lights up while the engine is running The fuel supply has dropped into the reserve range Refuel Displ...

Page 494: ...rking brake indi cator lamp red Canada only The electric parking brake yellow indicator lamp The red electric parking brake indicator lamp flashes or is lit The yellow electric parking brake indicator...

Page 495: ...ARNING Risk of an accident due to a brake system malfunction If the brake system is malfunctioning braking characteristics may be impaired Drive on carefully Have the brake system checked immediately...

Page 496: ...ing is malfunctioning increased brake pedal force may be necessary for braking The braking characteristics may be impaired The braking distance can increase in emergency braking situations Stop in a s...

Page 497: ...he distance Function of Active Brake Assist page 235 Active Brake Assist warning lamp The Active Brake Assist warning lamp is on Due to dirty sensors or a malfunction the system is not available or th...

Page 498: ...messages on the instrument display Suspension warning lamp red The red AIRMATIC E ACTIVE BODY CONTROL warning lamp is lit A malfunction has occurred in AIRMATIC E ACTIVE BODY CONTROL NOTE The vehicle...

Page 499: ...skidding if EBD or ABS is malfunctioning The wheels may lock during braking The steerability and braking characteristics are heavily impaired and the braking distance may increase In addition other d...

Page 500: ...abilization In addition other driving safety systems are switched off Drive on carefully Have ESP checked at a qualified specialist workshop ESP OFF warning lamp The yellow ESP OFF warning lamp is lit...

Page 501: ...r warning lamp pressure loss malfunction flashes for approximately one minute and then remains lit The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning WARNING There is a risk of an accident if the t...

Page 502: ...the tires WARNING Risk of an accident due to insufficient tire pressure R The tires can burst R The tires can wear excessively and or unevenly R The driving characteristics as well as the steering an...

Page 503: ...Function 222 Increases decreases the speed 224 Route based speed adaptation 227 Storing a speed 224 Active headlamps 153 Active Lane Change Assist Activating deactivating 235 Function 234 Active Lane...

Page 504: ...RMATIC 248 Air vents Glove box 173 Setting 171 Air water duct 345 Airbag Protection 45 Airflow Setting 166 AIRMATIC Air suspension 248 Setting entering exiting level 253 Setting the vehicle level 250...

Page 505: ...113 Automatic transmission Changing gears 194 DIRECT SELECT lever 194 Drive programs 190 DYNAMIC SELECT switch 190 Engaging drive position 196 Engaging neutral 195 Engaging reverse gear 195 Kickdown 1...

Page 506: ...notes 178 Buttons Steering wheel 286 C Calls Mercedes me 318 Camera 360 Camera 265 Cleaning 350 Information 211 Rear view camera 262 ROAD SURFACE SCAN 257 Select view 268 Car key 71 Car wash 345 Car t...

Page 507: ...Basic instructions 53 Special seat belt retractor 58 Chock 396 Clean varnish 348 Cleaning Air water duct 345 Automatic car wash 345 Car parts 350 Decorative foil 349 Paint 348 Power washers 347 Vehicl...

Page 508: ...TY 408 Cockpit Dashboard 6 Coffee cup symbol ATTENTION ASSIST 218 Collapsible spare wheel Inflating 406 Removing 406 Collision detection parked vehicle Information 209 Combination switch Lights 151 Wi...

Page 509: ...inattentiveness ATTENTION ASSIST 218 Diagnostics connection 28 Digital Operator s Manual 20 Dinghy towing Tow bar system Pulling towing 283 DIRECT SELECT lever Automatic transmission 194 Engaging driv...

Page 510: ...e Oil Level Cannot Be Measured 484 5 Engine Oil Level Low Stop Vehi cle Turn Engine Off 483 5 Engine Oil Pressure Stop Switch Off Engine 484 5 Engine Oil Reduce Oil Level 483 6 Front Left Malfunction...

Page 511: ...elease the Parking Brake 454 d Vehicle Ready to Drive Switch the Ignition Off Before Exiting 437 Vehicle Rising Please Wait 468 Vehicle Rising 468 Warning Tire Malfunction 481 Wheel Sensor s Missing 4...

Page 512: ...8 Check Brake Pads See Operator s Manual 455 Cruise Control Inoperative 456 Cruise Control Off 456 Device Detected at Diagnostics Con nection See Operator s Manual 475 Driver s Door Open Transmission...

Page 513: ...Start Stop button for at least 3 sec onds or press 3 times 444 Traffic Sign Assist Currently Unavaila ble See Operator s Manual 461 Traffic Sign Assist Inoperative 461 Transmission Malfunction Stop 4...

Page 514: ...Driving system Driving safety system 212 Driving tips Drinking and driving 180 General driving tips 180 Off road driving 183 Optimized acceleration 179 Drowsiness detection ATTENTION ASSIST 218 DSR Do...

Page 515: ...fety vest 354 Warning triangle 355 Emergency braking Active Brake Assist 235 Brake Assist System 213 Carrying out 209 Electric parking brake handbrake 207 Emergency call Automatic 326 Manual 327 Emerg...

Page 516: ...355 Flacon 170 Flat tire Changing a wheel 396 MOExtended 356 Notes 355 TIREFIT kit 357 Flat towing Tow bar system Pulling towing 283 Floor mats 148 Fog lamp 151 Foil covering On camera sensors 211 Ra...

Page 517: ...80 Genuine parts 22 Glide mode 198 Glove box Air vent 173 H Handbrake Electric parking brake 207 Handling characteristics Unusual 374 HANDS FREE ACCESS 83 Handset Stowage compartment 130 Hazard warnin...

Page 518: ...dual drive program Configuring 192 Inside rearview mirror Rearview mirror 163 Installing Snow chains 375 Tires 401 Wheels 401 Instrument cluster Function notes 285 Instrument display Function notes 28...

Page 519: ...ching removing the additional cushion 105 Level control AIRMATIC 248 E ACTIVE BODY CONTROL 254 Light switch 150 Lighting Interior lighting 155 Lights Activating deactivating the surround lighting 155...

Page 520: ...ance Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC 224 Maintenance ASSYST PLUS Vehicle 25 Maintenance Management Notes 338 Transferred data 338 Malfunction Restraint system 39 Maneuvering assistance Activating dea...

Page 521: ...s 122 Menu on board computer Head up display 289 Overview 286 Mercedes me App Activating on demand features 24 Information 323 Mercedes me calls Arranging a service appointment 320 Calling the Mercede...

Page 522: ...E SAFE 52 Seat belt 40 Off road Assist Setting 261 Off road driving Off road driving 183 Off road ESP Electronic Stability Pro gram Switching on off 216 Offroad Score Displaying 193 On board computer...

Page 523: ...ng Assist 273 PARKTRONIC 269 Parking Assist Active Parking Assist 273 PARKTRONIC 269 Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Activating 272 Adjusting warning tones 273 Function 269 Side impact protection 271 Switch...

Page 524: ...98 Selecting profile options 299 Programs Drive programs 190 Pulling away Hill Start Assist 218 Optimized acceleration 179 Q QR code rescue card 32 Qualified specialist workshop 29 R Radar and ultraso...

Page 525: ...eserve Fuel 415 Resetting MBUX reset function 304 Residual heat 169 Responsibility Driving safety systems 211 Restraint system Basic instructions for children 53 Function in the event of an accident 3...

Page 526: ...orwards to get in third row of seats 105 Folding the backrest on the third row of seats forwards 133 Fully reclined position 104 Lumbar support 102 Massage program 114 Mechanically unlocking the backr...

Page 527: ...ith the SmartKey 87 Opening closing 86 Opening closing with the SmartKey 88 Problem 88 Size designation Tires 388 Skid chains 375 Sliding sunroof Automatic functions 92 Closing with the SmartKey 88 Op...

Page 528: ...y Assist 277 Hill Start Assist 218 Optimized acceleration 179 Status display Front passenger air bag 49 Steer Assist Active Steering Assist 231 STEER CONTROL 216 STEER CONTROL Steer Assist 216 Steerin...

Page 529: ...e opening angle 84 Opening 79 Opening dimensions 420 Tank content Fuel 415 Reserve 415 Technical data Axle load trailer operation 426 Component specific information 410 Information 408 Regulatory radi...

Page 530: ...table 377 TIREFIT kit 357 Tire pressure monitor Function 378 Tire pressure monitoring system Restarting 380 Tire pressure table 377 Tire Quality Grading 385 Tire sealant 357 Tire tread 374 Tire chang...

Page 531: ...366 Traction grade 385 Traffic information Activating 311 Traffic Jam Assistant Active Stop and Go Assist 228 Traffic light data service Display in the Instrument Display 241 Turning the display on o...

Page 532: ...Medical aids 30 Parking for an extended period 210 Problem notification 31 Pulling 283 QR code rescue card 32 Raising 398 Standby mode function 210 Starting start stop button 176 starting emergency op...

Page 533: ...trol System Function 295 Starting 295 W Warning system ATA 95 Warning triangle 354 355 Warning indicator lamp ABS warning lamp 497 Active Brake Assist warning lamp 495 J Brake system warning lamp Cana...

Page 534: ...oving installing hub caps 397 Wheel rotation 395 Wheels Breakdown 355 Care 350 Checking 374 Checking the tire pressure manually 378 Checking the tire temperature 379 Definitions 390 DOT Tire Identific...

Page 535: ...18 Windshield washer system 344 Windshield wiper Activating deactivating 157 Replacing the wiper blades with MAGIC VISION CONTROL 160 Windshield wipers Replacing the wiper blades 158 Winter operation...

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